2021 Douglas County Fair 4-H Premium Book

MONDAY, JUNE 1

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9

THURSDAY, JULY 15

TUESDAY, AUGUST 3

2021 4-H COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE

Registra on opens in FairEntry (douglasmn‐county.fairentry.com)

6:00 p.m. .

11:59 p.m. .

9:30 a.m.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 6

MONDAY, AUGUST 9

SATURDAY, AUGUST 14

MONDAY, AUGUST 16

TUESDAY, AUGUST 17

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18

THURSDAY, AUGUST 19

FRIDAY, AUGUST 20

SATURDAY, AUGUST 21

SUNDAY, AUGUST 22

. It’s County Fair Time, Now What Workshop

Fair Registra on Deadline

Clothing/Tex les/Quil ng Judging & Fashion Review Judging 7:00 p.m. .

9:00 a.m.

6:00 p.m. .

8:00 a.m.

12:00 ‐ 7:00 p.m.

1:00 ‐ 7:00 p.m.

5:00 ‐ 7:00 p.m.

5:00 p.m. .

6:30 p.m.

1:00 ‐ 7:00 p.m.

. .Public Fashion Review & Performing Arts Judged

4‐H Dog Show

.Pre County Fair Clean‐Up

4‐H Horse Show

4‐H Project Judging (non‐perishable items)

Animal Science Interviews

Club Exhibits Judged (except container gardening)

.Pet Show & Pet Displays Judged

Cat Show & Cat Displays Judged

Livestock Vet Check 1:00 ‐ 7:00 p.m.

4‐H Project Judging (perishable items)

7:00—8:30 a.m. . . . . Vet Check Last Call for Milking Dairy & Horses Only 9:00 a.m. ‐ 12:00 p.m.

.Animal Weighing & Verifica on 10:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

3:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m.

12:30 p.m.

4:00 p.m.

.Rocket Launch

4 ‐H Poultry Show

4‐H Rabbit Show

4 ‐H Goat Show

.4 ‐H Dairy Show

Lamb Lead followed by 4‐H Sheep Show Time to be Determined

8:30 a.m. .

7:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

Livestock Demonstra on Judging

.4‐H General Livestock Shows (swine & beef)

Last Call to Accept State Fair Trips

Market Livestock Auc on 12 noon

All State Dog & Horse Show Paperwork Due 1:30 p.m.

State Fair Mee ng for General Encampment 2:30 p.m.

State Fair Mee ng for Livestock Encampment 4:30 p.m.

Round Robin Showmanship Registra on 5:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. .

7:00 a.m ‐ 12:00 p.m. . .

7:00 a.m ‐ 12:00 p.m. .

.Round Robin Showmanship

.4‐H Animals Released

. .. . 4‐H Premium Checks Available for Pickup

4‐H General/Sta c Exhibits Released

Building Hours 10:00 a.m. –10:00 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday

2021 DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR 4-H EXHIBIT RULES

1. Eligibility

All 4‐H work in Douglas County complies with the rules of the state contest. Complete fair registra on online by July 15, please see page 38 for more informa on and details. Please plan ahead if you will be gone or on vaca on around the July 15 deadline. Failure to meet this deadline results in the loss of auc on eligibility and loss of eligibility for State Fair trips including State Dog, Llama/Alpaca and Horse Shows. You may exhibit for blue, red, white placing only—no champion or reserve champion. Clubs must pre‐register for banners, community pride, container gardening, scarecrows, videos and scrapbooks.

a. Absentee ‐ 4‐H members who have a conflict with the general project conference judging in their county of membership may be eligible for absentee judging. Please contact Extension office prior to judging.

b. Disabili es and Injury ‐ If a 4‐H member is unable to par cipate in the conference judging process by himself/herself due to a disability or injury. Please refer to policy, at: h ps://extension.umn.edu/about‐4‐h/understanding‐4‐h‐policies

2. Registra on

All exhibits in the 4‐H building will be conference judged.

Projects Judged on Monday Entry Day : Aerospace, Aqua c Robo cs, Bicycle, Cats, Child & Family Development, Ci zenship, Cloverbuds, Club Community Pride, Computer, Consumer Educa on, Cra s & Fine Arts, Dog Educa on, Electric, Engineering Design, Entomology, Exploring Animals, Exploring the Environment, Fishing Sports, Forest Resources, Geology, Global Connec ons, Health, Home Environment, Horse Related, Horseless Horse, Needle Arts, Pets, Photography, Robo cs, Rube Goldberg Machine, Safety, Science of Ag, Self Determined, Shoo ng Sports, Shop, Small Engines, Tractor, Vet Science, Video, Water/Wetlands, Wildlife and Youth Leadership. This is the only day these exhibits will be judged.

Projects Judged on TUESDAY Entry Day: Cloverbuds, Foods, Food Review, Vegetable Gardening, Potatoes, Fruit, Flower & Indoor Gardening, Lawn & Landscape, Plant & Soil Science (agronomy) and Club Container Gardening. This is the only day these exhibits will be judged.

Members are expected to bring their own exhibits to be judged. Parents cannot par cipate in conference judging except for cloverbuds and special situa ons approved prior to judging.

The Douglas County Fair Board reserves the right to prohibit the display of any and all items found to be objec onable.

3. Gate Admission

Each 4‐H exhibitor will receive a gate pass when they register their exhibits at the 4‐H Building. There are no free passes for parents, leaders, volunteers or Extension staff. Season passes can be purchased at the Fairboard office located in the Grandstand during Entry Day Monday and Tuesday (subject to Fair Board discre on.) The Extension Office has no control over gate admission passes. IF YOU DO NOT EXHIBIT, YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A PASS!

4. Exhibit/Livestock Release‐County Fair Board Rule

According to the Douglas County Fair Board if you remove your exhibits (general or livestock) early, the Douglas County Fair Board

has the right to withhold your premium money. Any second viola on of this rule will also exclude the individual from exhibi ng at any future Douglas County Fair.

5. Responsibility

The fair management or the University of Minnesota Extension is not responsible for lost or damaged exhibits.

6. Cloverbud Policies

The University of Minnesota Extension 4‐H Cloverbud Program is designed specifically for youth in grades Kindergarten through second grade (K‐2). Please refer to policy, at: h ps://extension.umn.edu/ways‐par cipate‐4‐h/4‐h‐cloverbuds

7. Premiums

The Douglas County Fair Board awards premium money. Exhibi ng 4‐H members may pick up their 4‐H Premium check any me between 7 a.m.—12 p.m. on Sunday, August 22 at the 4‐H Exhibit Building.

8. Code of Conduct

A standard of behavior for all involved in our program is one of the key components for crea ng a welcoming learning environment that is physically and emo onally safe. Please refer to code of conduct for youth and adults located at: h ps://extension.umn.edu/about‐4‐h/ understanding‐4‐h‐policies#code‐of‐conduct‐1611910

9. Grievance Policy

University of Minnesota 4‐H has developed a Grievance Process and grievance form to handle any grievance that should arise during the County Fair. The appeal form consists of: Statement of Grievance, Reasons for Grievance, Circumstances rela ng to Grievance, Outcome Desired and Signatures of those filing the complaint.

This Grievance form must be accompanied by $50 cash or money order only. If the decision is ruled against the person(s) filing the grievance, the money will be deposited in the County 4‐H program account for programming purposes; otherwise the money will be returned. Commi ee decisions are final.

If there are tes ng costs associated with the grievance, the individual(s) filing the grievance are responsible for paying the tes ng costs. Tes ng costs commonly involve investment of $200 or more. Tes ng costs can be es mated for the party filing the grievance and that amount must be paid up‐front.

During the county/state fair, grievances must be filed within 24 hours (1 day) of the incident. Any other grievances that are not at county/state fair must be filed within 3 days of the incident. These must be turned in to Extension personnel.

Appeal forms may be obtained in the 4‐H building at the fairgrounds. The complaint/appeal will be resolved at the first Leader’s Council Board mee ng following the fair. If it is an urgent situa on, an emergency mee ng will be called.

EXHIBITS

1. Poster exhibits suggested size is 22” wide x 28” high. They may be smaller.

2. Educa on/Science Tri‐Fold Exhibits for all project areas suggested size is 12" deep x 24" wide x 32 or 36" high. (Center back 24" wide x 32 or 36” high, right and le wings each 12” wide x 32 or 36” high.)

All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the judge. Project judging criteria:

Exhibit quality.

Educa onal value

25%

25%

Knowledge and ability to explain . . . 50% Decision of the judge is final and may not be appealed.

3. Floor Space for any exhibit should not exceed 20 square feet. If your exhibit exceeds this space limita on, contact the Extension office for prior approval.

4. Large Exhibits to be displayed at State Fair that do not fit in the trailer will have to be delivered and picked up from the state fairgrounds by member.

5. All exhibits must be labeled with name, club, and county. Other appropriate informa on for the project (i.e., vegetable varie es) should be included. If the exhibit has mul ple pieces, each part needs to be labeled and should indicate 1 of 4, 2 of 4, etc.

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Livestock Exhibi on Requirements

1. All beef, dairy, dog, goat, horse, Llama/Alpaca, poultry, rabbit, sheep and swine shown in 4‐H livestock shows must have the required State 4‐H ID system, ear tag and/or ta oo. Animals ID data must be submi ed online, arrive in the Extension office, or be postmarked no later than May 17 (with the excep on of Market Beef due February 16, Junior Doe Kid due July 1, June 1 Junior Meat Goat Doe Kids and July 1 Junior Dairy Goat Doe Kids.)

2. All animals exhibited must be owned solely by the member, member’s family or leased by agreement. The family includes the 4‐Hers’s parents or guardians and siblings living together as a family unit. The defini on of family includes an extended family where the animals may be owned by grandparents with the 4‐Her’s parents ac vely involved with and working on the farm. Animals owned in partnership with non‐family members (as defined above) must be leased and follow guidelines within lease agreement. Registered animals, not leased, must be registered in the exhibitor's name and/or the exhibitor's family name.

3. 4‐H'ers exhibi ng livestock at the County Fair are responsible for the care and feeding of animals they exhibit. This includes cleaning pens or stalls at the end of the fair.

4. All livestock exhibits, must be pre‐registered by July 15

Members in animal projects may exhibit one animal per class, unless stated otherwise. Exhibits registered a er this deadline cannot place higher than a blue ribbon. All 4‐H'ers 3rd grade and up exhibi ng

livestock at the fair are eligible to par cipate in showmanship. 4‐H'ers must show his/her own animals.

5. Livestock Interviews

Interviews for all members showing livestock are to be completed during project judging on Monday of the fair between 1:00 and 7:00 p.m. in the Erickson Pavilion.

6. All grooming of livestock, including clipping, trimming and blocking (all species) must be clearly done by the exhibitor, members of the immediate family or any other registered Minnesota 4‐H member. Immediate family members are defined as being parents, step parents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers or sisters. The 4‐Her exhibi ng the animal should be present and involved in the fi ng process at the fair.

7. All animal health regula ons will be in effect as s pulated by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County Agricultural Society.

8. Livestock Health Requirements

a. General Requirements (applies to all species) – Livestock, poultry, pets, known by the exhibitor to have an infec ous communicable disease or to have been exposed to an infec ous, communicable disease, or to be from a quaran ned herd or flock may not be entered in an exhibi on. Warts and ringworm are considered communicable diseases. Therefore, livestock affected by these diseases cannot be exhibited. A statement from a veterinarian that an animal is being treated for these diseases is NOT acceptable.

b. Ca le – Required to have: Board of Animal Health tag, 4‐H ear tag or registered animal with ta oo.

c. Rabbits – No specific requirements, see general requirements above.

d. Swine – The previously required pseudorabies test will only be required for hogs origina ng from outside Minnesota.

e. Poultry except waterfowl and pigeons – All fowl must be iden fied with a leg or wing band and be accompanied by an official record of a nega ve test for pullorum‐typhoid disease conducted within 90 days prior to entry to the exhibi on or a record of origin from parent stock tested nega ve within 12 months prior to entry to the exhibi on. In addi on, turkeys must be tested nega ve or originate directly from parent stock that is tested nega ve for S. typhimurium and mycoplasmas. Poultry leg bands should be picked up in the Extension Office prior to the County Fair. Bands must be on the legs of birds BEFORE birds enter the poultry barn.

f. Sheep & Goats – ALL Sheep and Goats must be iden fied with official iden fica on approved for use in the Na onal Scrapie Eradica on Program.

Sheep or goats not having the official tag/ta oo cannot be shown at the county or state fair. These official tag/ta oo #’s can be ordered from the Minnesota Board of Animal Health at 651‐296‐2942 (ext. 30) or toll free at 866‐873‐2824 (ext. 30). There is no cost for this service. These official tags are in addi on to the Minnesota 4‐H ID tags also required for sheep.

9. All livestock exhibitors must follow IAFE Show Ethics, see h ps://s3.amazonaws.com/iafe/website/documents/ ShowRingCodeofEthics.pdf for details.

10. Manure should be piled ONLY in the designated area. Showmanship will be held in all classes of livestock. Exhibitors will be divided by age groups in all livestock classes. The judge shall select a Champion and Reserve Champion Junior, Intermediate and Senior Showman from each specie. Junior is for grades 3‐5; Intermediate for grades 6‐8 and Senior is for grades 9 and up. The champion and reserve champion senior, intermediate and junior showman in beef, dairy, goat, horse, poultry, rabbit, sheep and swine are able to par cipate in the Round Robin Showmanship contest held on Saturday, August 21 at 5:00 p.m. in the Erickson Pavilion. Registra on begins at 4:30 p.m.

SHOWMANSHIP

STATE FAIR OR STATE SHOW ELIGIBILITY

1. Trips for State Fair, State Horse Show, and State Dog Show will be selected from blue ribbon exhibits only and animal science interview trip (see State Dog Show Rules for excep ons). Exhibit classes eligible for State Fair are marked with an asterisk ( * ).

2. Members selected to represent the county at State Fair and State Horse Show must have completed sixth grade. Dog exhibitors 3rd grade and up are eligible for State Dog Show in classes in which they earned a blue ribbon.

3. To be eligible for a livestock trip to the State Fair, 4‐H'ers must have completed Livestock Quality Assurance/Ethics Training prior to county fair. State Policy: All youth par cipa ng as a State Fair 4‐H livestock exhibitor in beef, dairy, sheep, swine, poultry, rabbits, meat goat, dairy goat and lama must have completed a livestock quality assurance training in which there are two training op ons 1) a 3 hour in‐person workshop (LQA&E), or 2) a 1 hour on‐line training (YQCA). Youth comple ng either quality assurance training op on will receive a cer ficate of comple on.

4. Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4‐H members may par cipate in ac vi es such as Share‐the‐Fun, demonstra ons, Arts‐In, cooking events, animal science educa onal exhibits or judging teams.

5. Each year a State Fair aged 4‐H’er can exhibit both a livestock project AND a general project at the State Fair. Addi onally 4‐H’ers can u lize non‐premium group ac vi es such as judging and Share the Fun.

6. Compe ve events, deadlines, consequences and exemp on op ons. Every Minnesota 4‐H member is eligible for a “one‐ me” member exemp on. This exemp on provides the ability (one‐ me in a 4‐H member’s career) for the 4‐H member to acknowledge they missed a 4‐H deadline related to enrollment or compe ve event par cipa on and waive the consequences for the named deadline. See h ps://docs.google.com/document/ d/1x2QFUd5Ly_dwDdeZor_CswpdUaxiz‐OxQznMdopRLKU/edit? usp=sharing

2019 4‐H Food Stand Sponsors

AgCountry Farm Credit Services

American Dairy Association of Douglas County Carl & Sharlene Wittenburg

Douglas Area Trail Association (DATA)

Douglas County Corn and Soybean Growers & their checkoffs

Gardonville Cooperative

Jenni-O Turkey

Lakes Gas Company, Miltona Lennes Bros Electric, Inc.

Millerville Creamery

Miltona Custom Meats & Sausages

Minnesota Valley Irrigation

Nelson Creamery

Osakis Creamery

Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management

SunOpta Grains and Foods Groups

Viking Garage Door

PREMIUM SCHEDULE

Animal Science Projects Blue Red White Beef

CLUB COMMUNITY PRIDE Judged Monday

V001002* Community Pride

Two exhibits will be selected for State Fair.

Requirements

‐ The exhibit may include a three‐sided display, video, or other visual method which visually highlights the en re project or certain parts in a manner which tells the public what posi ve effects the project had on the community.

‐ One or more youth who par cipated in the project may represent the club in conference judging. Adult leaders may not par cipate in conference judging.

CLUB SCRAPBOOK Judged Monday

V001003 Club Scrapbook

Requirements

‐ Show and explain your club ac vi es and par cipa on in community and county events. Adult leaders may not par cipate in conference judging.

General 4‐H Projects

Club Exhibits (Video, Banner, Etc.) 15.00 12.00 10.00

Cloverbud/Par cipa on 2.00

Demonstra ons 4.00 3.00 2.00 Fashion Review 4.00

General/Sta c Projects 4.00 3.00 2.00

Rocket Launch Par cipa on 4.00

County Fun Shoot Par cipa on 4.00

CLUB ACTIVITIES

Procedures for Entering Club Projects

Staff will register clubs for all club exhibits, we are challenging you.

All 4‐H Club Community Pride, Video, Banners, Scrapbooks & Scarecrow club entries must be entered at the fair on Monday, August 16 by 5:00 pm. (4‐H Club Container Gardening exhibits need to be entered on Tuesday, August 17 by 5:00 p.m.) Adult leaders may not par cipate in conference judging.

Exhibit classes eligible for State Fair are marked with an asterisk (*)

The only club exhibit conference judged is Community Pride.

CLUB BANNER ‐ Judged Monday

V001001 Club Banner

Two banners will be selected for exhibit at State Fair

Requirements

‐ Banner must be 3' x 5' and designed to hang ver cally.

‐ It must be completed and equipped with a dowel (minimum size 3’ 8”) with cord or rope a ached and ready to hang.

‐ Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or two‐sided.

‐ Club name on 3 x 5 card pinned to back. (Any assembly technique can be used.)

‐ Only the current year will be judged.

‐ Judging will be based on club work throughout the year, completeness, neatness and crea vity.

‐ This is not conference judged.

CLUB SCARECROWS Judged Monday

V001004 Club Scarecrows

Requirements

‐ Entry must be prepared so it is on a 6' post, in a chair, etc. It must be constructed well enough so that it will remain secure during the en re length of the fair and stand upright on it’s own or stuck in a straw bale, ground, etc.. Iden fy exhibit clearly with club name.

‐ We will have a “scarecrow garden” located outside the 4‐H Exhibit Building.

CLUB CONTAINER GARDENING Judged Tuesday

V001005 4‐H Club Container Gardening

Requirements

‐ Plant arrangement in a large outdoor planter. The exhibit should be iden fied with the club name.

‐ Arrangement will be judged on color combina on, plant condi on and arrangement/a rac veness of exhibit.

‐ You will need to supply your own planter, soil and plan ng material.

CLUB VIDEO Judged Monday

V001006 4‐H Club Video

Requirements

‐ Showcase your club at the Douglas County Fair. Show audiences what you have accomplished this year in 4‐H.

‐ All videos must have been made/created during the current 4‐H year. When appropriate (i.e. historical sequences) older video clips could be used for that purpose only.

‐ Video must be presented on DVD, USB, flash drive or data cd.

‐ Videos will be on display throughout the fair on a large television. Please preview your video this way and make sure it is forma ed for TV viewing.

CLOVERBUDS

Requirements

‐ Cloverbud members have completed kindergarten through grade 2.

‐ The Cloverbud Program is non‐compe ve; all exhibits receive a Cloverbud par cipa on ribbon.

‐ Cloverbuds should be enrolled by May 17 and fair registra ons received by July 15.

‐ Cloverbud members may exhibit mul ple general building exhibits and one livestock exhibit. In addi on, cloverbuds may also par cipate in fashion review, demonstra on day and/or food review.

‐ Cloverbud 4‐H members are not allowed to show in non‐cloverbud lots. Any member showing in non‐cloverbud lots must have completed third grade.

‐ Please refer to the Cloverbud Policy for any ques ons at h ps://extension.umn.edu/ways‐par cipate‐4‐h/4‐h‐cloverbuds

Statewide MN 4‐H Cloverbud Policy: The responsible person must be in control of the animals at all mes and never turn the control over to the cloverbud.

It is the expecta on that the responsible person will be in control of the animal at all mes of the 4‐H experience including but not limited to all of the following situa ons: to and from the trailer, to and from the wash rack, to and from the barns, in the barns, in the stall, to and from the show arena and in the show arena.

It is not acceptable to use more than one lead rope or halter with any animal as this turns at least some control over to the cloverbud. During judging, the cloverbud should walk next to the parent/ responsible person, available to learn from the project leader and/or to dialog with the evaluator/judge. A responsible person could be a 6th grade or older 4‐H member.

Cloverbuds ‐ General 4‐H Projects

Judging for cloverbud general 4‐H projects will be held Monday August 16, from 12:00‐7:00 pm or Tuesday, August 17 at the 4‐H building on the fairgrounds. General Project Exhibits released between 7 AM and 12 PM on Sunday, August 22. See page 3 for lis ng of what project areas are judged on Monday and what on Tuesday. 4‐H’ers must be checked in no later than 6:30 p.m. for judging.

N001001 General Building Exhibit

Cloverbud Demonstra ons

N001002 4‐H Demonstra on (Judged June 24)

Cloverbud Clothing ‐ (Judged August 3 at Extension Office)

N002001 Clothes You Make

N002002 Clothes You Buy

N002003 Non Clothing

N002004 Recycled Clothing

N002005 Fashion Review (Clothes You Make & Buy)

Cloverbud Live Pet/Cat (Pet @ 5 pm/Cat @ 6:30 pm Aug 16)

N009001 Cloverbud Live Pet Exhibit

N004001 Cloverbud Live Cat Exhibit

*A parent, adult or responsible person will handle the pet or cat at all  mes. All cats must have rabies shot. You must bring copy of health papers to show.

Cloverbud Beef (Shown at 4‐H Beef Show on Friday, Aug. 20)

N003001 Cloverbud Beef

Cloverbud Dairy (Shown at 4‐H Dairy Show on Thur, Aug. 19)

N005001 Cloverbud Dairy

Cloverbud Dairy Or Market Goat

(Shown at the 4‐H Dairy Goat Show on Thursday, August 19) N006001 Cloverbud Goat

Cloverbud Horse (Shown at the arena on Saturday, August 14)

N007001 Cloverbud Horse, Halter Pleasure

N007002 Cloverbud Horse, Western Pleasure N007003 Cloverbud Horse, Barrel Racing

Cloverbud Llama/Alpaca

(Shown at the Regional 4‐H Lama Show July 27) N008001 Cloverbud Lama

Cloverbud Poultry (Shown at Poultry Show on Wed, Aug. 18) N010001 Cloverbud Poultry

Cloverbud Rabbit (Shown at 4‐H Rabbit Show Wed, Aug. 18) N011001 Cloverbud Rabbit

Cloverbud Sheep (Shown at 4‐H Sheep Show on Thur Aug. 19) N012001 Cloverbud Sheep

Cloverbud Swine (Shown at 4‐H Swine Show on Fri., Aug. 20) N013001 Cloverbud Swine

Cloverbud Events Judged Before County Fair

 Llama & Alpaca Show ‐ July 27, held in Glenwood

 Demonstra ons ‐ June 24‐Extension Office

 Clothing/Tex les/Quil ng/Fashion Review Day & Performing Arts ‐  August 3.

This includes clothes you make, clothes you buy, non garment (pillow, bag, apron, backpack etc), recycled clothing, quil ng and fashion review).

 Horse Show ‐ August 14.

ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECTS

BEEF (one entry per lot allowed)

Breeding Heifer (Will be shown by age not breed)

Birth Dates

Spring Calf Jan 1, 2021 – April 30, 2021

Fall Calf Sept 1 , 2020– Dec. 31, 2020

Summer Yearling May 1 , 2020 – August 31, 2020

Junior Yearling Jan 1, 2020 – April 30, 2020

Senior Yearling Sept. 1, 2019– Dec. 31, 2019

Cow/Calf Calves must be born a er Jan. 1, 2021

A001001* Registered/Commercial Spring Calf

A001002* Registered/Commercial Fall Calf

A001003* Registered/Commercial Summer Yearling

A001004* Registered/Commercial Junior Yearling

A001005* Registered/Commercial Senior Yearling

A007001* Registered/Commercial Cow & Calf Pair

Requirements

‐ Beef heifer ownership ID forms and/or lease agreements must be in 4hOnline by May 15 of the current year.

M  B  (All Steers will be judged by weight class)

Birth Dates

Prospect Calf/Steer/Heifer Jan 1, 2021– April 30, 2021

Prospect Calf Dairy Steer Jan 1, 2021 – April 30, 2021

Dairy Steers Jan 1, 2020 – August 31, 2020

Crossbred Jan 1, 2020 – August 31, 2020

Dairy Steer/Beef Steer Jan 1, 2020 – August 31, 2020

Market Heifer Jan 1, 2020 – August 31, 2020

Prospect Calf / Feeder Calf

A009001* Prospect Calf/Heifer

A009002* Prospect Calf Steer (must be castrated)

A009003 Prospect Calf Dairy Steer (not eligible for State fair, must be castrated.)

Market Beef

A003001* Beef Steer

A003002* Market Heifer

Requirements

‐ Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; maximum weight is 1,500 pounds. Market animals exceeding the maximum weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State fair.

Dairy Steer

A005001* Purebred Dairy Steer

A005002* Crossbred Dairy Steer

Requirements

‐ Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; maximum weight is 1,600 pounds. Market animals exceeding the

maximum weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State fair.

‐ Purebred Dairy Steers must be 100% of one of the following Dairy Breeds to be accepted in the dairy steer show: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, and Jersey.

‐ Dairy Steers showing permanent teeth may be shown, but they can place no higher than a red ribbon and they will not be eligible for State Fair or auc on.

‐ Crossbred Dairy Steers must be at least 50% from the acceptable breeds listed for the Purebred Dairy Steer division, with the balance being from any other beef or dairy breed; however, the steers must show adequate dairy steer characteris cs, as determined by the screening commi ee. Exhibitors should be prepared to iden fy the breeds of their crossbred dairy steer.

Beef Tie Outs - Beef e outs are available for $ 10 per head (a cow/calf pair counts as two.) Your animal needs to be in the barn un l 9 PM and back inside the barn at 9 AM. Spots are reserved on a first come, first serve, basis. Spot is not secured un l payment is made at the Extension Office. Spots are limited and can be secured star ng July 1 by coming into the office and paying for the number of spots. Any unused spots will be refunded a er the fair.

DAIRY

(one entry per lot allowed, shown by age)

Birth Dates

Spring Heifer Calf

March 1, 2021 to May 31, 2021

Winter Heifer Calf Dec 1, 2020 to Feb 28, 2021

Fall Heifer Calf

Jr. Yearling

Sr. Yearling

Sept 1, 2020 to Nov 30, 2020

March 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2020

Sept. 1, 2019 to Feb 29, 2020

Two Years Old Sept 1, 2018 to Aug 31, 2019

Three Year Old Sept 1, 2017 to August 31, 2018

Cow, Four Years & Older Born before September 1, 2017

Holstein Registered

B001000 Spring Heifer Calf

B001001* Winter Calf

B001002* Fall Calf

B001003* Junior Yearling

B001005* Senior Yearling

B001007* Two Year Old Cow

B001009* Three Year Old Cow

B001010* Four Year Old Cow & Older

Holstein Grade

B002000 Spring Heifer Calf

B002001* Winter Calf

B002002* Fall Calf

B002003* Junior Yearling

B002005* Senior Yearling

B002007* Two Year Old Cow

B002009* Three Year Old Cow

B002010* Four Year Old Cow & Older

ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECTS

Crossbreds

B003000 Spring Heifer Calf

B003001* Winter Calf

B003002* Fall Calf

B003003* Junior Yearling

B003005* Senior Yearling

B003007* Two Year Old Cow

B003009* Three Year Old Cow

B003010* Four Year Old Cow & Older

Jersey, Registered

B004000 Spring Heifer Calf

B004001* Winter Calf

B004002* Fall Calf

B004003* Junior Yearling

B004005* Senior Yearling

B004007* Two Year Old Cow

B004009* Three Year Old Cow

B004010* Four Year Old Cow & Older

Jersey, Grade

B005000 Spring Heifer Calf

B005001* Winter Calf

B005002* Fall Calf

B005003* Junior Yearling

B005005* Senior Yearling

B005007* Two Year Old Cow

B005009* Three Year Old Cow

B005010* Four Year Old Cow & Older

Red & White Holstein, Registered & Grade

B006000 Spring Heifer Calf

B006001* Winter Calf

B006002* Fall Calf

B006003* Junior Yearling

B006005* Senior Yearling

B006007* Two Year Old Cow

B006009* Three Year Old Cow

B006010* Four Year Old Cow & Older

Mixed Color Breeds, Registered & Grade

B007000 Spring Heifer Calf

B007001* Winter Calf

B007002* Fall Calf

B007003* Junior Yearling

B007005* Senior Yearling

B007007* Two Year Old Cow

B007009* Three Year Old Cow

B007010* Four Year Old Cow & Older

Requirements

‐Senior Yearlings that have calved must compete in the two‐year‐old cow class.

‐ A 4‐H’er cannot exhibit an animal in the two year old class or cow class that was not iden fied in advance of the first freshening. Cows do not need to be shown prior to first freshening.

GOAT DAIRY

Birth Dates

Junior Doe Kid

(one entry per lot allowed)

April 1 to June 30, 2021

Senior Doe Kid Jan 1 to March 31, 2021

Dry Yearling Doe, Dairy Born in 2020, never kidded

Milking Yearling Doe Born in 2020

Milking two‐year‐old Doe Born in 2019

Milking ‐ 3 Years & Older Born 2018 or before

Alpine

D004001* Dairy Goat, Jr. Doe Kid

D004002* Dairy Goat, Sr. Doe Kid

D004003* Dairy Goat, Dry Yearling Doe

D004004* Dairy Goat, Milking Yearling Doe

D004005* Dairy Goat, Milking 2 Year Old Doe

D004006* Dairy Goat, Milking 3 Year Old Doe & Older

Nubian

D005001* Dairy Goat, Jr. Doe Kid

D005002* Dairy Goat, Sr. Doe Kid

D005003* Dairy Goat, Dry Yearling Doe

D005004* Dairy Goat, Milking Yearling Doe

D005005* Dairy Goat, Milking 2 Year Old Doe

D005006* Dairy Goat, Milking 3 Year Old Doe & Older

Saanen

D006001* Dairy Goat, Jr. Doe Kid

D006002* Dairy Goat, Sr. Doe Kid

D006003* Dairy Goat, Dry Yearling Doe

D006004* Dairy Goat, Milking Yearling Doe

D006005* Dairy Goat, Milking 2 Year Old Doe

D006006* Dairy Goat, Milking 3 Year Old Doe & Older

Toggenburg

D007001* Dairy Goat, Jr. Doe Kid

D007002* Dairy Goat, Sr. Doe Kid

D007003* Dairy Goat, Dry Yearling Doe

D007004* Dairy Goat, Milking Yearling Doe

D007005* Dairy Goat, Milking 2 Year Old Doe

D007006* Dairy Goat, Milking 3 Year Old Doe & Older

Grade

D008001*

D008002*

D008003*

D008004*

D008005*

D008006*

Other

D010001*

D010002*

D010003*

D010004*

D010005*

D010006*

Dairy Goat, Jr. Doe Kid

Dairy Goat, Sr. Doe Kid

Dairy Goat, Dry Yearling Doe

Dairy Goat, Milking Yearling Doe

Dairy Goat, Milking 2 Year Old Doe

Dairy Goat, Milking 3 Year Old Doe & Older

Dairy Goat, Jr. Doe Kid

Dairy Goat, Sr. Doe Kid

Dairy Goat, Dry Yearling Doe

Dairy Goat, Milking Yearling Doe

Dairy Goat, Milking 2 Year Old Doe

Dairy Goat, Milking 3 Year Old Doe & Older

GOAT MEAT

NOTE: Pygmy Goats (all breeds) are classed as Meat Goats.

Birth Dates

Breeding Doe, Junior March 1 to May 31, 2021

Breeding Doe, Senior Dec 1, 2020 to Feb 28, 2021

Meat Breeding Sr. Yearling Doe Dec 1, 2019 to February 29, 2020, never kidded

Meat Breeding Jr. Yearling Doe March 1, 2020 to May 31 2020, never kidded

Meat Breeding Fall Yearling Doe June 1, 2020 to November 30, 2020

Market Goat Dec 1, 2020 to April 30, 2021

Market Goat

E020001*

Meat Market Goat‐Female/Altered Male (no bucks)

E020003* Dairy Meat Market Goat‐Altered Male (no bucks)

Requirements

‐ Market animals must be a minimum of 40 pounds, but not to exceed a maximum of 110 pounds by State Fair.

Note: For safety reasons, all market goats must be de horned/ disbudded. Meat breeding does may have horns and they do not need to be capped or blunted. However, if an animal is deemed a safety concern at the discre on of the commi ee, addi onal safety measures may be required.

Meat Breeding Goat

E030001* Meat Goat—Breeding Doe Junior (Registered or Grade)

E030002* Meat Goat ‐ Breeding Doe Senior (Registered or Grade)

E030005* Meat Breeding Fall Yearling Doe, Never Kidded

E030003* Meat Goat Market Breeding Junior Yearling Doe, Never kidded. (Registered or Grade)

E030004* Meat Goat Market Breeding Senior Yearling Doe, Never kidded. (Registered or Grade)

DOG

Dog Agility ‐ (two dogs

per class)

Dog Show held on Friday, Aug. 6 star ng at 9:00 am at fairgrounds

Cloverbuds are not permi ed to par cipate in dog training, they may exhibit an educa onal exhibit only. See dog related sec on under general 4‐H Projects of Premium Book.

C001001 Limited Agility

C001002* Agility Beginner

C001003* Agility Elementary

C001004* Agility Intermediate

C001005* Agility Senior

C001006* Agility Advance

C001010 Limited Jumpers

C001007* Jumpers lA

C001011 Jumpers IB

C001008* Jumpers II

C001009* Jumpers III

Dog Obedience ‐ (one dog per class)

Dog Show held on Friday, Aug. 6 star ng at 9:00 am at fairgrounds

C006001* Obedience, Founda on Class

C006002* Obedience, Beginner

C006003* Obedience, Graduate Beginner

C006004* Obedience, Novice

C006005* Obedience, Graduate Novice

C006006* Obedience, Pre‐Open

C006007* Obedience, Open

C006008* Obedience, Graduate Open

C006009* Obedience, Pre‐U lity

C006010* Obedience, U lity‐Unrestricted

C006011* Obedience, Veterans

C006012* Obedience, Brace

C006013* Obedience, 4 Dog Team

Dog Showmanship ‐(one dog per class)

Dog Show held on Friday, Aug. 6 star ng at 9:00 am at fairgrounds

C009001* Showmanship, Novice

C009002* Showmanship, Open

Dog Rally – (two dogs per class)

Dog Show held on Friday, Aug. 6 star ng at 9:00 am at fairgrounds

C003007* Rally Founda on C003001* Rally Pre‐Novice

C003002* Rally Novice

C003003* Rally Pre‐Advanced

C003004* Rally Advanced

C003005* Rally Excellent

C003006* Rally Veterans

Requirements

‐ A dog may be shown in the dog show or the pet exhibit, not both! ‐ 4‐Hers shall exhibit in the classes corresponding to the level of training they and their dog have received. Addi onal informa on,

class requirements, and rules/regula ons can be found in the Minnesota 4‐H Agility, Obedience, and Showmanship rules and guidelines (three separate publica ons) available on the MN 4‐H dog project website h ps://extension.umn.edu/projects‐and‐more/4‐h‐dog‐project

‐ All dogs must be vaccinated according to the requirements listed on the MN 4‐H Dog Project Iden fica on Form and Vaccina on Verifica on by May 15 deadline.

HORSE

Horse Helmet Policy

All 4‐Hers par cipa ng in any 4‐H sponsored mounted ac vity are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protec ve headgear. Helmet use is required when mounted. This policy also extends to 4‐H volunteers when they are working with 4‐H youth in a 4‐H volunteer role during mounted ac vi es.

Requirements

‐ 4‐H horse members must pre‐register for ALL OF THE CLASSES they want to par cipate in by entering them at mn.4honline.com by July 15.

‐ Cancella ons will be made the day of the show.

‐ All horses must be shown in a showmanship classes!

‐ Novice defini on for grades 3‐5 ‐ novice and regular as long as you feel necessary. Once you win trophy, you can no longer show as novice. Grades 6‐8 ‐ ride novice and regular un l rider wins blue ribbon.

English Equita on—Non‐Premium Based Classes

F001001*

F001002*

English Equita on Senior, Grades 9+

English Equita on Junior, Grades 3‐8

English Pleasure—Non‐Premium Based Classes

F006001*

F006002*

English Pleasure Senior, Grades 9+

English Pleasure Junior, Grades 3‐8

Western Horsemanship, All Gaits— Non‐Premium Based Classes

F012001* Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Grades 9+

F012002* Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Grades 6‐8

F012003

F012004

Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Grades 3‐5

Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Walk/Trot, All Ages. No points awarded, class for green horses/riders not ring ready for controlled lope. May not ride another western horsemanship class.

F012005 Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Novice

Remember to signup for static horse related exhibit on page 27!

Western Pleasure—Non‐Premium Based Classes

F015001* Western Pleasure, Grades 9+

F015002* Western Pleasure, Grades 6‐8

F015003 Western Pleasure, Grades 3‐5

F015004* Western Pleasure Bridle Path, All Grades Arabian, Morgan and other light breeds that display their breed characteris c, need to be shown with natural mane and tail. May not ride another western pleasure class.

F015005 Western Pleasure, Novice

F015007 Western Pleasure Walk/Trot, All Grades No points awarded, class for green horses/riders not ring ready for controlled lope. May not ride another western pleasure class or other cantering class.

Games—Non‐Premium Based Classes

F021001 Pole Weaving, Grades 9+

F021002 Pole Weaving, Grades 6‐8

F021003 Pole Weaving, Grades 3‐5

F022001 Jumping Figure 8, Grades 9+

F022002 Jumping Figure 8, Grades 6‐8

F022003 Jumping Figure 8, Grades 3‐5

F023001 Key Race, Grades 9+

F023002 Key Race, Grades 6‐8

F023003 Key Race, Grades 3‐5

F024001 Barrel Race, Grades 9+

F024002 Barrel Race, Grades 6‐8

F024003 Barrel Race, Grades 3‐5

Trail—Non‐Premium Based Classes

F040001* Trail Class, All Grades

Showmanship at Halter—Premium Based Classes

F060001* Showmanship at Halter Pleasure, Grades 9+

F060002* Showmanship at Halter Pleasure, Grades 6‐8

F060003 Showmanship at Halter Pleasure, Grades 3‐5

F060004 Showmanship at Halter, Novice

F060005* Showmanship at Halter Games, 2nd Horse, Grades 9+

F060006* Showmanship at Halter Games, 2nd Horse, Grades 6‐8

F060007 Showmanship at Halter Games, 2nd Horse, Grades 3‐5

Challenged Rider

F070001 Challenged Rider, Horse Assisted, All Grades

Requirements

‐ Everyone exhibi ng at the fair is encouraged to register for the horse judging interview on Monday. Points from this interview will count toward high points.

‐ Only mares and geldings can be shown.

‐ No riding on the fairgrounds except for judging.

‐ You must use your own 4‐H horse. No switching of horses.

‐ A nega ve Coggins test is required for all 4‐H horses exhibited at the fair. A copy must be turned into the Extension Office prior to any horse lessons, clinic, show, etc.

Horse Training ‐ Premium Based Classes

(Judged in arena on Saturday)

F100001* Horse Training, Steps 1‐6

F100002* Horse Training, Showmanship, All Ages

Requirements:

You must show your horse in a showmanship class in order to receive a premium and qualify for a State Horse show trip. Number of State Fair trips will be determined by project enrollment. You must bring your yellow and pink advancement records with you, with the appropriate steps completed. Grand and Reserve Horse Training award will be given. Training Judging will begin before Pleasure on Saturday, August 14.

Llama and Alpaca

A Llama/Alpaca may be iden fied and exhibited by more than one 4‐Her at the county level. However, the same Llama/Alpaca may only be exhibited by one 4‐Her at the MN State Fair.

G001001* Costume, all grades (no premium)

Youth 6th grade and up eligible for State Fair

G003001* Obstacle Course Public Rela ons, all grades . Non premium based class

Youth 6th grade and up eligible for State Fair

G060001* Showmanship, grades 9 & +

G060002* Showmanship, grades 6‐8

G060003 Showmanship, grades 3‐5

Birthdates Llama and Alpaca:

4‐H projects must be born prior to January 1, 2021

Gender:

No sexually intact male above 18 months is eligible for exhibi on. All castrated males born prior to Jan 1, 2021 are eligible for exhibi on. All females born prior to Jan 1, 2021 are eligible for exhibi on.

Show:

Llama and alpaca show will be a regional show on July 27 in Glenwood. Make sure to include classes when comple ng your county fair registra on due July 15.

POULTRY

(Must be different lots, for example they cannot be two pens of market chickens)

Chickens (May enter four different lots)

H001001* Market pen of two males or two females broilers, if under 4 lbs. or roaster, if over 4 lbs.

H001002* Breeding pen of one male & two females

H001003* Bantam Breeding pen of one male & two females

H001004* Egg produc on pen of two pullets, White egg layers (hatched a er March 1, 2021)

H001005* Egg produc on pen of two pullets, Brown egg layers (hatched a er March 1, 2021)

Show & Hobby (May enter two different lots)

H002001* Doves—Purebred breeding pair

H002002 Pen of two pheasants, quail, etc.

Ducks (May enter three different lots)

H003001* Market pen of two males or two females (Emphasizing meat market quali es)

H003002* Breeding pen of one male & two females (Judged on breed characteris cs)

H003003* Bantam Breeding pen of one male & two females

Geese (May enter two different lots)

H004001* Market pen of two males or two females (Emphasizing meat market quali es)

H004002* Breeding pen of one male & two females (Judged on breed characteris cs)

Guinea (May enter two different lots)

Note: ONLY Pearls, Whites and Lavender breeds can be shown:

H005001* Market pen of two males or two females –same breed

H005002* Breeding pen of one male & two females –same breed

Pigeons (May enter three different lots)

H006001* U lity, 1 Breeding Pair

H006002* U lity, 1 Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band, current year

H006003* Fancy, 1 Breeding Pair

H006004* Fancy, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band, current year

H006005* Flying, 1 Breeding Pair

H006006* Flying, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band, current year

Requirements

‐ One pair of breeding pigeons. A pair consists of one male and one female of the same breed or one male or one female.

‐ All birds must have been bred the previous year or earlier. This means birds must be at least one year old, thus a breeding pair.

‐ You must exhibit the same birds at state fair that you won trip with at the county fair.

The same birds cannot be exhibited two years in a row, even by another exhibitor.

‐ All birds must be banded. Must have previous year’s band or older on. Bands must be seamless and the correct size for the breed. Seamless bands within one size will be accepted.

‐ No health cer ficate is required. Any bird that looks ill or dis eased will not be allowed to be shown. It is recommended that you prac ce a vaccina ng program. Pigeon judging:

 Breed characteris cs = 50% (true to breed, refer to Pigeon Standard)

 Condi oning = 25% (clean feathers & feet, evidence of extra work in preparing bird for show.)

 Presenta on (Showmanship) = 25%

Turkeys (Domes c Only) (May enter two different lots)

H007001* Market pen of two males or two females

H007002* Breeding pen of one male & two females

Requirements

‐ Domes c only

‐ Poultry exhibited must be of this year's hatch, (except pigeons). All chickens and turkeys must have health cer ficate and must be iden fied by a numbered leg band. Leg bands should be picked up in the Extension Office prior to county fair. Bands must be on the legs of birds BEFORE birds enter the poultry barn.

‐ Breeding classes will be judged on breed characteris cs using the American Standard of Perfec on as a guide.

‐ Market classes will emphasize meat market quali es

‐ Please have pullorum papers ready at vet check.

Please Note: As an example, you may show four junior does or bucks, etc. but they must be different breeds.

You could bring one market and three breeding or two breeding and two market rabbits or four breeding rabbits.

RABBITS (may enter four lots of rabbits)

Crossbreds

I001001

I001002

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

I001003 Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

I001004 Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

I001005 Intermediate Buck (6‐8 months of age)

I001006 Intermediate Doe (6‐8 months of age)

Flemish Giant

I002001* Senior Buck (over 8 months of age)

I002002*

I002003*

I002004*

I002005*

I002006*

Senior Doe (over 8 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Intermediate Buck (6‐8 months of age)

Intermediate Doe (6‐8 months of age)

Havana

I003001*

I003002*

I003003*

I003004*

Holland Lop

I004001*

I004002*

I004003*

I004004*

Jersey Wooly

I005001*

I005002*

I005003*

I005004*

Mini Lop

I006001*

I006002*

I006003*

I006004*

Mini Rex

I007001*

I007002*

I007003*

I007004*

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Netherland Dwarf

I008001*

I008002*

I008003*

I008004*

New Zealand

I009001*

I009002*

I009003*

I009004*

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Senior Buck (over 8 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 8 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

I009005* Intermediate Buck (6‐8 months of age)

I009006* Intermediate Doe (6‐8 months of age)

Polish

I010001*

I010002*

I010003*

I010004*

Rex

I011001*

I011002*

I011003*

I011004*

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Sa n

I012001*

I012002*

I012003*

I012004*

I012005*

I012006*

Silver Mar n

I013001*

I013002*

I013003*

I013004*

Senior Buck (over 8 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 8 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Intermediate Buck (6‐8 months of age)

Intermediate Doe (6‐8 months of age)

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Other Purebred, Large

I014001*

I014002*

I014003*

I014004*

I014005*

I014006*

Senior Buck (over 8 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 8 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Intermediate Buck (6‐8 months of age)

Intermediate Doe (6‐8 months of age)

Other Purebred, Small

I015001*

I015002*

I015003*

I015004*

Market Rabbit

I016007*

Senior Buck (over 6 months of age)

Senior Doe (over 6 months of age)

Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)

Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)

Single fryer, 3½ to 5½ pounds, not over 70 days old

I016008* Pen of three fryers, 3½ to 5½ pounds, not over 70 days old (same breed)

Requirements

‐ All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Associa on are eligible. Rabbits will be judged according to ARBA standards.

‐ All breeding rabbits must be purebred. Purebred rabbits have a three‐genera on pedigree showing the ancestral background being of all the same breed, making it eligible for registra on.

‐ Rabbits must be entered in proper class according to its age on show date and will be judged by breed. Crossbreds may be shown but are not eligible for State Fair.

‐ Each rabbit must be permanently ta ooed in the le ear for iden fica on purposes.

‐ Other 4 Class (small) rabbit breeds include Dutch, Holland Lop, Jersey Wooly, Mini Lop, Mini Rex, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, American Fuzzy Lop, American Sable, Dwarf Hotot, English Angora, French Angora, Sa n Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Pe te, Standard Chinchilla, English Spot, Florida White, Harlequin, Havana, Himalayan, Lilac, Rhinelander, Silver, Silver Marten, Thrianta and Tan.

‐ Other 6 Class (large) rabbit breeds include New Zealand, Sa n, American Giant Angora, Bevern, California, Champagne Dargent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Crème Dargent, Flemish Giant, French Lop, Hotot, English Lop, Palomino and Silver Fox.

SHEEP

Birth Dates

Ewe Lamb Born a er Jan 1, 2021

Yearling Ewe Born between Jan 1 ‐ Dec 31, 2020

Cannot show evidence of four permanent incisors.

Market Lamb Born on or a er January 1, 2021

Ewe

J001002* Ewe Lamb, Black Face

J001003* Ewe Lamb, White Face

J001004* Ewe Lamb, Speckle Face

J002002* Yearling Ewe, Black Face

J002003* Yearling Ewe, White Face

J002004* Yearling Ewe, Speckle Face

Lamb Lead

J004002 Lamb Lead Senior, grades 6 & +

J004003 Lamb Lead Junior, grades 3‐5

Requirements

‐ The wool industry from fiber to finish. To lead a lamb at halter and to wear a garment made of at least 60% wool. Obtain rules from the Extension Office.

Fleece Show

J090001* Fleece Show, all grades.

Requirements

‐ Any 4‐H’ers enrolled in the sheep project may enter a fleece.

‐ 4‐H’ers must pre‐register on their county fair registra on.

‐ Fleece will be conference judged prior to the sheep show in the arena.

‐ Fleece must come from sheep in flock owned by the exhibitor.

‐ Fleece must be no less than 3” in length, but no more than 13 month growth.

Market

Lamb ‐ Ewe or Wether ( born a er Jan 1, 2021)

J003002* Market Lamb, Black Face

J003003* Market Lamb, White Face

J003004* Market Lamb, Speckle Face

Rate of Gain

All wethers and market ewes which qualify will be considered for a special rate of gain award. To qualify, animal must be weighed and iden fied at the county weigh day before May 15, 2021. The animal’s ini al weight combined with the county fair weight will be used to determine a grand and reserve rate of gain champion. Animals will be weighed on Wednesday.

Livestock showmanship contest (trophies awarded) beef, dairy, sheep, swine, rabbit, goat and poultry showmanship contests will be held. Judging is on the basis of fi ng and showing of the animal.

Showmanship

All showmanship champions and reserve champions in horse, goat, dairy, beef, swine, rabbit, sheep and poultry are eligible for Round Robin showmanship on Saturday

Junior Showmanship ‐ Grades 3‐5

Intermediate Showmanship ‐ Grades 6‐8

Senior Showmanship ‐ Grades 9 & +

SWINE

(one entry per lot allowed, two pigs total)

You may enter two swine lots only. For example, you may enter one breeding gilt and one market gilt or one market gilt and one barrow. You may not enter two of the same such as two breeding gilts.

Breeding Gilts

K001001* January Gilt

K001002* February Gilt

K001003* March Gilt

Market Barrow

K002001* Market Barrow (shown by weight)

Born on or a er January 1 of current year.

Recommended farrow date of February 1 or a er.

Market Gilt

K003001* Market Gilt

Born on or a er January 1 of current year. Recommended farrow date of Feb 1 or a er.

Science of Animals Exhibit

All Grades May Par cipate

Youth 6th grade and up eligible for State Fair

These exhibits are judged on Monday, August 16

be judged during livestock weekend and 4‐H’ers may exhibit both an animal and a science of animal educa onal exhibit or just a science of animal exhibit.

Giving a Demonstration

Is a Tradition in 4-H. Wechallengeyoutogiveitatry!

Giving a demonstration is much more powerful than simply telling someone how to do something new. A demonstration shows the step-by-step process for making or building something, presents an example of the way a product should look or taste, illustrates the correct way to do something, or teaches a new skill.

Giving a demonstration helps you:

 Learn more about a topic

 Helps you gain poise and self-confidence

 Helps you become more organized

 Is fun

Need some resources to get started? Contact us at the office at 320-762-3890.

Health/Breeding/Produc on/Zoono c Exhibits ‐ Judged Monday

L010001* Science of Animals, Beef

L010002* Science of Animals, Dairy

L010003* Science of Animals, Dairy Goat

L010004* Science of Animals, Meat Goat

L010005* Science of Animals, Poultry

L010006* Science of Animals, Rabbits

L010007* Science of Animals, Sheep

L010008* Science of Animals, Swine

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ Items constructed (such as feeding systems or show equipment) or science exhibits focusing on health, breeding, produc on or zoono c on one of the divisions listed above.

‐ These projects may be enhanced with 3‐dimensional displays, posters or notebooks State Fair trips will be available. Exhibits will

Login to mn.4honline.com and click events. Search for 4-H Demonstration in Douglas County and click register.

In Person & Pre-Recorded Demonstrations

In-person held Thursday, June 24 at 4 p.m. in Extension Meeting Room, pre-recorded demonstration will be accepted prior to June 21. Email recording to jkokett@umn.edu.

Livestock Demonstrations

Thursday, August 19 Douglas County Fair

If you have questions or need help, contact the office at 320-762-3890.

A Huge Thank You To Our Previous Year 2020 4-H CASH AWARD & AUCTION SPONSORS

B  S

A & C Engine Machining

Alex Rubbish & Recycling

Beheng Implement, Inc.

Bigger Associates

Douglas/Grant Pork Producers

Dr. Michael Collins, DDS

Dwain Schuette, State Farm Insurance

Larson Insurance

Lind Family Funeral & Cremation Services

Neighborhood National Bank

Nelson Creamery Association

Pro-Trainer

Seppanen’s Organic Farm

S  S

Alexandria Pro-Fab Co., Inc.

Aric N. Bartlett

Blairview Saddle Shop, Inc.

Dr. Todd G. Anderson, Central Lakes Orthodontics, P.A.

Farmers Union Insurance AgencyFaber Insurance, Inc.

Glenwood State Bank

Hubbard Feeds, Inc.

Joe-D-Acres, Joel Dahlheimer

Klinder Processing

Master Builders of West Central MN

Midwest Machinery Company

Ollie’s Service, Inc.

Pfeninger Trucking, Inc.

Pro-Maintenance Service

Ron’s Warehouse Sales

Thornton, Dolan, Bowen, Klecker and Burkhammer, P.A.

TFC Poultry Trent Froemming and Darrin Froemming

Van Ahn & Company, Inc.

Ag Marketing & Brokerage

Winning Edge Graphics

G  S

Alex Tax & Business Services, Inc.

Alexandria Veterinary Clinic

Bremer Bank

Douglas Area Trail Association (DATA)

Desautels Bartosiewski & Associates, CPA’s, LLC

Douglas County Association of Townships

Douglas County Farm Bureau

Douglas Machine, Inc.

Farmer’s Union Oil Company

Gardonville Coop Telephone Assoc

Golden K Kiwanis Club of Alexandria

Hart Travel LLC

Kensington Bank

Long Prairie Packing Company

SunOpta Grains and Foods Group

Viking Garage Door

A  S

AgCountry Farm Credit Services

Alexandria Veterinary Clinic

Bell Bank Land O’Lakes

Donald & Bernice Trousil

Douglas County Corn & Soybean Growers

E Arthur Brown Co

Gardonville Cooperative Telephone Association

Midwest Bank

Ollie’s Service Inc.

Runestone Electric Association

S  S /W

S

Alex Pro Firearms

Alexandria Shooting Park

Leaf Valley Sportsman

Leaf Valley Toms

Power Machining, Inc.

Prairie Woodcarvers

General/Static 4-H exhibits

Receive a ribbon placing based on the quality of your exhibit judged at county fair and your conference judging experience with the judge.

Blue Ribbon - In the judge's opinion the 4-H'er shows above average workmanship, knowledge, and effort.

Red Ribbon - In the judge's opinion the 4-H'er shows expected or average workmanship, knowledge, and effort.

White Ribbon - In the judge's opinion the 4-H'er shows below average workmanship, knowledge, and effort.

Grand/Reserve Champion RibbonThe judge feels the exhibit are the very best within a specific division.

Cloverbud Ribbon - Cloverbud exhibits are not judged on a competitive basis. Emphasis is placed on encouraging the child to share what they liked or learned about their exhibit/work/activity and developing their self-esteem and confidence.

Animal Science

Judging of animal science projects differs from general project judging. The assessment of this knowledge, as it is applied to the project, can occur in one or all of the three ways listed below. Youth will receive a ribbon placing as explained above.

Show Ring - Evaluation of the Animal -Physical characteristics; species and breed specific. Knowledge can be a determining factor if knowledge offered is not supportive of the animal, such as inaccurate birth date or weight of animal. Presentation Skills-youth’s ability to identify animal strengths and weaknesses and present animal at its optimal level.

Showmanship - Knowledge of youth related to the project and how the animal is presented, prepared/ groomed.

Animal Science Interviewsknowledge-youth’s ability to share growth and knowledge in area .

Presentation Skills-youth’s ability to communicate knowledge.

GENERAL/STATIC 4-H PROJECTS

Members may register for mul ple exhibits in each project lot

AEROSPACE

‐ Judged Monday

R010001* Grade 9+

R010002* Grade 6‐8

R010003 Grade 3‐5

R010004 Rocket Launch (all ages) ‐ Judged Wednesday

Requirements

‐ Flyable models should be ready for flight (engine should not be installed, do not include fuel); recovery system should be in place and opera ve. Airplanes should be balanced and ready for flight.

‐ Members should be familiar with safety codes in 4‐H curriculum.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Flyable models built from kit or your own design.

‐ Non flyable models built from kit or your own design.

‐ Exhibits can include model rocketry, model airplanes or flying display.

‐ Display of other equipment needed for aerospace project.

‐ Members will be evaluated on construc on techniques, knowledge about what makes an airplane fly or about the aircra represented by the model.

Rocket Launch This is an ac vity and not a judged event. All par cipants receive a $ 4 premium. Held Wednesday, August 18, 10 a.m., racetrack infield.

BICYCLE

‐ Judged Monday

R020001* Grade 9+

R020002*

R020003

Exhibit Sugges ons

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Display showing types of bikes, parts of a bike, maintenance, traffic rules, bicycling hazards, how to wear a helmet, equipment used to teach others about bike repair or first aid, etc.

‐ Notebook or picture story of a bike rodeo or other bike event you helped with, or research on some other aspect of bicycling that was presented to a class or service club.

CAT (judged Mon. Aug. 16 in Erickson Pavilion at 6:30 p.m.)

R030001* Grade 9+

R030002* Grade 6‐8

R030003 Grade 3‐5

R030004 Live Cat Exhibit (all ages)

Cat Show Requirements

‐ LIVE CAT EXHIBIT MUST BE DOMESTICATED ‐ Not Eligible for State Fair. Only one live cat animal entry per person.

‐ All cats must have rabies shots, you NEED to bring copy of health papers to the show.

‐ No cats under three months of age may be shown.

‐ Cats are to be taken home a er the show.

‐ Judging will consist of overall cleanliness of the cat, cleanliness of ears, mouth, breath, eyes, tail, skin and feet. Condi on of cat ‐health of skin, body, height, etc. and the presenta on and overall knowledge of the 4‐H’er about the cat. Be prepared to answer ques ons about your cat and its care.

‐ Only one overall cat plaque will be awarded for show & exhibit. Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Educa onal exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. Members must have a photograph of themselves with their cat shown on display or poster. Exhibits should show or explain something the 4‐H’er made, did or learned with their pet.

‐ Cat exhibit will be judged a er the cat show.

CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT ‐ Judged Monday

R040001*

R040002*

R040003

Requirements

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss, in conference judging, the age and other characteris cs of the child for whom the exhibit is intended and how the exhibit contributes to the child's growth, development, and well‐being.

‐ If the exhibit is designed to be interac ve with children, the item is to be used with children before exhibi ng and a photograph of this ac vity must accompany the exhibit. Signs of use will not detract from the placing of the exhibit.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Toy, game, puzzle, puppets, art/cra materials, etc., made from new or recycled/throw‐away material.

‐ Babysi ng kit/travel kit/rainy day kit, including at least one item made by exhibitor.

‐ Original book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook, audio or video tape and narra ve, ac vity book, safety manual for children, file about children and/or families.

‐ Scrapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc., on family heritage with descrip on of what was learned about self and family.

‐ A crea vely developed program and/or item used for or with a person with a special need (gi ed, developmentally delayed, physically impaired, etc.).

CITIZENSHIP ‐ Judged Monday

R050001* Grade 9+

R050002* Grade 6‐8

R050003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ 3‐Ring binder, report binder or 3‐sided display repor ng on community projects and/or ci zenship ac vi es which you or your club completed under your leadership. Include plans of ac on as well as the evalua on of each.

‐ A wri en narra ve and/or visual communica on presenta on of 8 to 10 minutes, using photos, video and/or slides, to show how you worked with others in your community to solve problems.

CLOTHING

AND

TEXTILES

‐ Judged August 3

R060001* Grades 9+ Clothes You Make

R060002* Grades 6‐8 Clothes You Make

R060003 Grades 3‐5 Clothes You Make

R060004* Grades 9+ Clothes You Buy

R060005* Grades 6‐8 Clothes You Buy

R060006 Grades 3‐5 Clothes You Buy

R060007* Grades 9+ Non Garment Exhibit

R060008* Grades 6‐8 Non Garment Exhibit

R060009 Grades 3‐5 Non Garment Exhibit

R060010* Grades 9+ Recycled Clothing

R060011* Grades 6‐8 Recycled Clothing

R060012 Grades 3‐5 Recycled Clothing

R061001* Grades 9+ Fashion Review Clothes You Make

R061002* Grades 6‐8 Fashion Review Clothes You Make

R061003 Grades 3‐5 Fashion Review Clothes You Make

R061004* Grades 9+ Fashion Review Clothes You Buy

R061005* Grades 6‐8 Fashion Review Clothes You Buy

R061006 Grades 3‐5 Fashion Review Clothes You Buy

R061007* Grades 9+ Fashion Review, Recycled Clothing

R061008* Grades 6‐8 Fashion Review, Recycled Clothing

R061009 Grades 3‐5 Fashion Review, Recycled Clothing

Clothes or Non Garment You Make Requirements

‐ Each garment must include an informa on tag lis ng: pa ern company name and number, fiber content of fabric and care instruc ons, member name and club.

‐ Garments may have been worn before showing, but should be cleaned before exhibi ng.

‐ Items constructed should be appropriate for skill level and experience of exhibitor.

Clothes or Non Garment You Make Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ A project such as a pillow top, tote bag, chef’s apron, skirt with elas c waistband, backpack, etc.,

‐ A constructed garment made from a pa ern

‐ Crea ve sewing such as wearable art, costume, or use of techniques such as kni ng, cross‐s tch, etc., incorporated into garment.

‐ Clothing or tex les display showing a "fact" or "why" related to clothing selec on, care.

‐ Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color photo of original garment and explana on of steps used.

IMPORTANT

NOTE—clothing, non-clothing, quilting and fashion review exhibits are judged prior to the county fair on Tuesday, August 3 at the Extension Office. This includes sewn pillows, bags, aprons, quilts, mittens etc. Please call if you have questions.

Clothes or Non Garment You Buy Requirements

‐ The purchased garment or ou it must be accompanied by an 8‐1/2"x 11" binder with, at minimum, the following informa on:

a) Colored photo of member wearing the garment.

Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes.

b) Cost of garment. Explana on of why garment was purchased and examples of ways it will be used in exis ng ward robe, and include inventory of wardrobe.

‐ Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned and pressed before exhibi ng.

Clothes or Non Garment You Buy Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan.

‐ A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care, etc.

Fashion Review Clothes You Make or Buy Requirements

Par cipants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased as a part of their 4‐H clothing project.

‐  We ask that members par cipate in the style show on Tuesday, August 3 star ng at 7 p.m. to be held at Lake Community Church in order to be considered for state fair or court of honor.

COMPUTER  ‐ Judged Monday

R080001*

Grade 9+

R080002* Grade 6‐8

R080003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Computers may be used in judging, but emphasis is on documenta on, screen print, and summary. 4‐H'ers are responsible for providing and securing any hardware used for judging; hardware may not be le on display.

‐ Reports and wri en summaries should be bound in a booklet or placed in a folder.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Display showing the parts of a computer and how they work, consumer choices involved when buying a computer, how computer so ware can be put to use. Include statement of purpose, wri en plan for use, and examples of use.

‐ Program/so ware developed by the 4‐H member including a statement of objec ves, and discussion of program.

‐ Program/so ware be original or adapted, by the member, from an exis ng program.

CONSUMER EDUCATION ‐ Judged Monday

R090001*

R090002*

R090003

Requirements

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Exhibitor should be able to explain his/her choices and the reasons for those choices.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Label comparison showing different types of labels and/or models of same included.

‐ Consumer comparison comparing several models of the same item, showing feature, costs, etc., with best item selected and reasons why.

CRAFTS & FINE ARTS ‐

Judged Monday

‐ Members can exhibit in both Fine Arts AND Cra s.

CRAFTS

R100001* Cra s ‐ Grade 9+

R100002* Cra s ‐ Grade 6‐8

R100003 Cra s ‐ Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as a cra /kit.

‐ Emphasis is on the crea ve process and the employment of design elements and principles. The cra /kit exhibit develops from someone else's ideas and can be exactly replicated or replicated with modifica ons.

‐ All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be marked down if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on pain ngs, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.)

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring masterful cra smanship.

‐ Basket making, e dye, beading, ceramics, leather tooling, calligraphy, work from kits, etc.

FINE ARTS ‐ Judged

Monday

R100004* Fine Arts ‐ Grade 9+

R100005* Fine Arts ‐ Grade 6‐8

R100006 Fine Arts ‐ Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as an original fine art.

‐ Emphasis is on the crea ve process and the employment of design elements and principles. The fine art exhibit should show proof that it is developed from the 4‐Hers own ideas and imagina on.

‐ All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be marked down if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on pain ngs, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.)

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring mastery.

‐ Original work in drawing pain ng, sculpture, print process, tex les, po ery, etc.

CROP SCIENCES/AGRONOMY‐

Judged Tuesday

CROP SCIENCE

Requirements

‐ Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a rela onship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.

‐ Include a 3x5 index card lis ng the variety, soil and agronomy informa on of the crop if exhibit is a crop sample.

‐ Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

CORN

R110001* Grade 9+

R110002* Grade 6‐8

R110003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ A two‐quart exhibit of shelled corn, placed in a clear two‐quart jar or two clear one‐quart jars.

‐ A display of ears of dent corn, consis ng of 6‐10 ears of corn of the same variety.

‐ A bundle of corn stalks, consis ng of stalks of the same variety.

‐ An educa onal display illustra ng corn’s plant reproduc on, different types of corn, plant growth factors, plant characteris cs, plant part iden fica on, growing and using plants, plant growth and food produc on, examples of a plant disease, etc.

SMALL GRAINS & LEGUMES ‐Judged Tuesday

R110004* Grade 9+

R110005* Grade 6‐8

R110006 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ A two‐quart exhibit of any small grain variety’ must be placed in a clear two‐quart jar or two clear one‐quart jars. This could include wheat, oats, rye, barley, etc.

‐ A two‐quart exhibit of soybeans; placed in a clear two‐quart jar or two clear one‐quart jars.

‐ An adequate sample of a specialty crop such as sugar beets, edible beans, black beans, kidney beans, field produced sweet corn, peas, carrots, potatoes, popcorn, etc. Dried products should be in a two‐quart jar; fresh products on a plate or flat box.

‐ A dried sample, in a 3‐5 inch ed, dried bundle, clear container of ensiled forages or in a sample 4‐6 inch slab of a bale of forage. Forages include alfalfa, warm season grasses, cool season grasses, sorghum, na ve grasses, silage, etc. It is recommended that a sample analysis of your forage accompanies the sample. (Kits from DHIA are available at the Extension Office or h p:// www.stearnsdhialab.com/)

‐ A dried sample, in a 3‐5 inch ed, dried bundle of the same variety.

‐ An educa onal display illustra ng one of the following ideas: plant reproduc on, plant growth factors, plant characteris cs, usage of plants, plant growth and food produc on, examples of a plant disease, etc. of a small grain.

DEMONSTRATIONS & ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATION

(JUDGED JUNE 24 IN THE EXTENSION OFFICE)

Any of the demonstra ons/presenta ons may be done individually or as a team.

O001001* 4‐H Demonstra on O003001* Illustrated Presenta on O004001* Youth in Ac on O002001* 4‐H Livestock Demonstra on (Judged August 20)

All Demonstra on Requirements

‐ We ask that demonstra ons be presented at demonstra on day. Sign up for a me using the lots above.

‐ Demonstra on / Illustrated Presenta ons may be related to any project that the member is enrolled in or to any area of interest or exper se the 4‐Her has.

‐ Presenta ons may be an individual or a two‐person team. Individual presenta ons shall not exceed 15 minutes in length and team presenta ons should not exceed 25 minutes in length.

‐ Demonstra ons are an oral presenta on that includes actually demonstra ng the hands‐on steps required to accomplish a task or process. This most o en includes the use of physical objects and actual doing or showing. For example, a demonstra on could involve using bedding plants, po ng soil and related items to demonstrate how to plant a flower pot. At the end of the Demonstra on there should be something of a "finished product". Demonstra ons may also include the use of suppor ng visuals like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Suppor ng visuals can include technology based op ons like presenta on so ware (i.e. MS PowerPoint). However, the focus of the Demonstra on should be on the "doing", not the suppor ng visuals.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Members can bring a demonstra on and general exhibit during general encampment at State Fair.

‐ 4‐H members may select any topic of interest or area of exper se.

‐ Demonstra on day is June 24 in the Extension Mee ng Room or virtually.

‐ Illustrated Presenta ons are an oral presenta on that presents an idea, concept, viewpoint or experience in an educa onal or informa ve format. For example, an Illustrated Presenta on could be a report on leadership lessons learned through a trip to Washington DC or an educa onal presenta on that explores sustainable energy op ons. Illustrated Presenta ons most o en consist of interac on with suppor ng visuals like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Suppor ng visuals can include technology based op ons like presenta on so ware (i.e. MS PowerPoint). Suppor ng visuals may include tangible items, but generally li le or no ac vity takes place with the item.

‐ Youth in Ac on presenta ons are interac ve, con nuous presenta ons that are approximately 45 ‐ 50 minutes in length. Topics selected for a Youth in Ac on demonstra on may be related to a project in which the member is enrolled or to any other area of interest or exper se the member has. Involving the audience in the process is the primary focus of Youth in Ac on and cons tutes a major por on of the evalua on results.

‐ Presenta on So ware (i.e. MS PowerPoint) may be used for both Demonstra ons and Illustrated Talks. If Presenta on So ware is used in a Demonstra on, the presenta on so ware should supplement the Demonstra on (hands on demonstra ng should s ll be the basis of the entry). If used for an Illustrated Talk, the presenta on so ware can be the basis for the en re talk; however the member must interact with the presenta on and informa on ‐not just step to the side and let the presenta on play. (Self‐presen ng entries created with presenta on so ware should be burned on to a DVD and entered in the “Video” class.)

If presenta on so ware is u lized, judging will include the effec ve use of the so ware. For informa on on effec vely using visuals in presenta ons and/or presenta on so ware please see h ps://extension.umn.edu/projects‐and‐more/4‐h‐communica on‐demonstra on‐project

Special NOTE: if presenta on so ware is u lized in either a Demonstra on or an Illustrated Talk, the 4‐Her is responsible for securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging.

Livestock Demonstra on Requirements

‐ There will be no Cloverbud category

‐ Livestock Demonstra ons will be judged on Thursday, August 19 at the county fair.

‐ Each County will be allowed one addi onal livestock trip for the livestock demonstra on being presented at State Fair.

‐ All livestock demonstra ons must incorporate a live animal into the demonstra on.

‐ At State Fair, the 4‐Her must demonstrate on livestock weekend and can also par cipate is all other species ac vi es (show, interviews, showmanship).

DOG RELATED (judged Mon. Aug. 16, Entry Day)

R120001*

Grade 9+

R120002* Grade 6‐8

R120003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Educa onal exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures.

‐ Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc

ELECTRIC

‐ Judged Monday

R130001* Grade 9+

R130002* Grade 6‐8

R130003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ A wiring diagram or schema c must accompany all electric and electronic exhibits

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Working electrical item constructed for home, yard, or farm.

‐ Diagram of wiring in your home/farm showing switch loca ons, fuse boxes, wire size, capaci es, fuse sizes, total bulk wa age, appliance wa age, number of circuits, and type of wiring installa on.

‐ Electronic item built from kit, plan, or own design with an explana on of what it is and how it is used.

‐  Display ideas: Careers in electrical field, electrical experiment (may or may not have worked), educa onal display used in teaching others, etc. (must not exceed 20 square feet of floor space).

ENGINEERING DESIGN

‐ Judged Monday

See h ps://extension.umn.edu/projects‐and‐more/4‐h‐stem‐projects for more informa on.

AQUATIC ROBOTICS

‐ Judged Monday

R135001* Grade 9+

R135002* Grade 6‐8

R135003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements:

‐ Design and build their own remote‐operated vehicle (ROV)

‐ Use and adapt it to monitor water quality

‐ Teams of a least 3 youth, or individuals may exhibit

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ Display, binder, poster illustra ng the process of doing the ac vity/ project

‐ Exhibit of ROV

ENGINEERING DESIGN ‐

R135004*

R135005*

R135006

Requirement:

Judged Monday

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Include descrip on of the problem/challenge being solved

‐ Include descrip on of the process/steps taken to solve problem Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐Display, binder, poster illustra ng the process of ac vity/project

‐Exhibit of engineering design product

‐Display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career

‐Create a rollercoaster, use KNEX or other materials to engineer

‐Create a bridge to sustain 5 pounds of weight (use everyday items)

‐Engineer a catapult/trebuchet‐use everyday items to create a machine to launch a marshmallow a minimum of 3 feet

‐Engineer wind turbine to solve problem (wind energy to li bucket)

‐Build simple machine to complete simple task (use everyday items)

‐Create a product to solve real life situa on (use everyday items)

ENGINEERING DESIGN CHALLENGE

Judged Monday

R135010*

‐

Level 1 Team Member (grades 3‐8)

R135011* Level 2 Team Member (grades 9 & Up)

Youth in grades 6 and above can par cipate in Level 2 if they have at least two years previous experience in Level 1. Each member (regardless of age) needs to register in one of these classes.

An Engineering Design Challenge machine is based on Rube Goldberg, an overly complex contrap on designed to accomplish a single task. The best created machines use a variety of everyday items in a whimsical way to create a serious of chain –reac on steps to accomplish a simple task. In the contest, youth not only employ physics and engineering, but humor and storytelling, to create their machine. This ac vity is a team event of at least 3 and no more than 10 members.

Requirements:

Please refer to the Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 and 2 Rule Books at h ps://extension.umn.edu/projects‐and‐more/4‐h‐engineering‐design‐challenge

1. for complete details.

2. Teams of at least 3 youth

3. Minimum of 10 steps

4. Machine must operate in 2 minutes or less

5. Exhibit physical size limited to 6 x 6 x 6 .

6. Explain one thing/step on the machine that they use science content and skills to help solve a problem/challenge

7. Keep wri en record illustra ng the process of doing the project.

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐Engineering Design Challenge machine itself

‐Display, binder, poster illustra ng the process of doing the project

In 2021, the State Engineering Design Challenge state showcase event for level 1 & 2 teams will be held virtually. However, challenge teams are invited to showcase their machine and project at their county fair and state fair and can also have general projects judged.

ROBOTICS ‐ Judged Monday

R135007* Grade 9+

R135008* Grade 6‐8

R135009 Grade 3‐5

Note: The goal of the 4‐H robo cs program is for the 4‐H members to explore science, technology and engineering through designing and building a func oning robot. The robot can be either programmable or remote controlled. The robot can be created by an individual or a group.

Requirements:

‐ Exhibits must be labeled with name, and county on all pieces of exhibit. Fair staff will not be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged robots or parts.

‐ Exhibits may have a one page report explaining the func on, purpose and construc on of the robot.

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ A robots, a display, diagrams of programming, booklets, etc.

ENTOMOLOGY ‐ Judged Monday

R140001*

Grade 9+

R140002* Grade 6‐8

R140003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

Insect Collec on exhibits:

A. Collec ons shall be contained in a glass topped case; approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3" to 24" x 18" x 3" (drawers available for purchase in varying sizes). Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal posi on. Place project label on lower right corner of glass top. Only one case per exhibitor is allowed.

B. Specimens must be collected. Purchased insects are not acceptable.

C. Exhibitors must be the collector of the specimens in the project.

D. Specimens must be properly pinned with insect pins. Small insects may need to be placed on cardboard points.

E. Specimens must be properly labeled.

1) The loca on, date, and collector must be included on the labels. County and state (and country, when applicable) are minimum loca on informa on that should be included. It is valuable to include nearest town or township where the specimen was collected, the type of habitat it was collected from (e.g. on elm tree; on lake shore; indoors.), and the common name of the insect.

2) All labels should be visible so they can be read. Use permanent ink marker or pencil to write labels. Labels produced by a computer printer are acceptable. Ballpoint ink or non‐permanent markers are not acceptable.

F. For more specific informa on on pinning, labeling, and other informa on, see Collec ng and Preserving Insects, a MN 4‐H Entomology Resource, h ps://extension.umn.edu/4‐h‐environment‐earth‐science‐projects/4‐h‐entomology‐project

Non‐Collec on Project exhibits:

A. Emphasis of project must relate to an aspect of entomology.

B. Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss references and sources (e.g. books, magazines, world wide web, interviews with an expert etc.)

C. Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) will be accepted if the project can be self‐sustaining for up to 14 days without special care.

D. A wri en report or journal should accompany the project, introducing the subject, describing the process (materials and method), predic ng an outcome, sta ng the results, and discussing any conclusions. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables, or other figures may be used.

Exhibit Sugges ons

1. General Insect Collec on: must consist of a minimum of 50 species of adult insects represen ng at least 8 orders.

2. Specialty insect collec on can include but is not limited to a collec on of a single order (e.g. Coleoptera or Lepidoptera), a collec on of immature insects, a collec on of insects from a par cular habitat (e.g. aqua c, forest, or prairie) or a collec on of economic pests of a specific crop (e.g. insects a acking corn).

3. Non‐Collec on Project can include but is not limited to life history displays (e.g. insect life cycle), scien fic inves ga on (e.g. insect habitats or effects of environment factors on insects), or insects in current events.

EXPLORING ANIMALS ‐

Judged Monday

R150001* Grades 9+

R150002* Grades 6‐8

R150003 Grades 3‐5

Requirements

‐ This area is for 4‐H'ers who wish to learn more about a given specie. Animal ownership is not required

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ An educa onal exhibit to show or explain something 4‐H’er made, did or learned or may explore consumer issues

EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT ‐ Judged Monday

R160001* Grade 9+

R160002* Grade 6‐8

R160003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Display on environmental pollu on describing the causes, effects on people and other living things, and methods to correct the situa on.

‐ Display showing features of soils such as color, structure, texture.

‐ A display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects, animals, birds or fish. Include pictures or drawings and informa on on habits, foods, and shelter needs.

‐ Display showing erosion control prac ces such as minimum llage, terraces, contour strips, grassed waterways, field windbreaks, water control structures, etc.

FISHING SPORTS ‐

Judged Monday

R170001* Grade 9+

R170002* Grade 6‐8

R170003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Fish iden fica on. Describe the habitat and food needs of selected Minnesota fish; develop a panel display explaining the life history of a fish; create a model or exhibit iden fying the parts of a fish.

‐ Fishing Knots. Iden fy how and where each knot is used; fishing equipment which is made or repaired such as lures, fishing rods and reels, ice fishing rig, or other fishing equipment;

‐ Safety prac ces and techniques that are related to fishing or boa ng.

‐ Examples of how water quality affects the fish eco‐system.

FLOWER GARDENING ‐ Judged Tuesday

R180001* Grade 9+

R180002* Grade 6‐8

R180003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Label each container according to kind or variety.

‐ Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained in a fresh condi on with ease.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including outdoor fairy gardens)

‐ When exhibi ng cut flowers, we suggest: three stems of one variety of annual flower, or one stem of a hardy perennial, or one stem of summer flowering bulbs, or one blossom of a tea rose, or one stem of a hardy shrub rose.

‐ One variety of annual flower (three stems); one variety of hardy perennials (one stem).

‐ One variety of summer flowering bulbs (one stem), collec on of three different perennial garden flowers (one stem or stalk of each), collec on of four different annual garden flowers (one stem of each), single stem of one of the following: glad spike, rose, or dahlia.

‐ Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme.

‐ Display of dried flowers with a card explaining the drying method

‐ My Flower Garden ‐ Exhibit on poster board, not to exceed 22 x 28". Include a plan of the garden drawn to scale (see Flower Gardening Bulle n, page 3), the correct variety name and pictures (or photographs) of the flowers grown. Be prepared to discuss the process from soil prepara on to blooming.

‐ Educa onal Exhibit showing the principles of propaga on or reproduc on, nutri on, culture and physiology (how a plant lives and grows).

FOODS AND NUTRITION

BREADS ‐ Judged Tuesday

R190001* Grade 9+

R190002* Grade 6‐8

R190003 Grade 3‐5

* Only educa onal exhibits are State Fair Eligible Exhibit sugges ons

‐ Ideas include educa onal exhibit on nutri onal value of a bread product, study of basic ingredients in quick and/or yeast breads and their purpose, comparison of different types of flour etc., independent study related to project, or one loaf of na onality bread or ½ loaf of a yeast bread (include 8½ x 11” poster showing nutri onal value, recipe, and photo of the bread).

‐ No bread mixes allowed.

This is a chance to explore the foods project.

4-H’ers set up a display showing a favorite food and questions are asked about food preparation and nutrition in an interview setting. Need some resources to get started? Contact us at the office at 320-762-3890.

Food Review - Tuesday, August 17 between 1-7 PM Held at the Douglas County Fair in 4-H Exhibit Building

DAIRY FOODS ‐ Judged Tuesday

R190004* Grade 9+

R190005* Grade 6‐8

R190006 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit sugges ons

‐ Exhibits can include one serving of a dish with a dairy product(s) as the main ingredient (cheese, milk, yogurt, ice‐cream, bu er, etc.)

‐ Include a 8½ x 11” poster showing nutri onal value, recipe and photo of the food, study of nutri onal value of dairy products, proper storage and handling of dairy products, exhibits showing how dairy products affect health and/or economy of our county, state, country, and/or world; compare the nutrient content of different kinds of dairy products.

FOOD AND NUTRITION ‐ Judged Tuesday

R190007* Grade 9+

R190008* Grade 6‐8

R190009 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Exhibit may be food items and/or displays.

‐ Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the judge, references and informa on sources, nutri onal values, methods, menu, costs, etc., as appropriate to that exhibit.

‐ The exhibit may be a poster, mobile, three‐dimensional display, scrapbook, balance beam, charts, journals, pictures, slides, equipment, supplies, photographs, puppet play, skit, judging comparison, taped interview, file of ideas, research study, etc.

‐ Pictures, food models, plaster, plas c, papier‐mâché, etc., are preferable to perishable foods in an educa onal exhibit. Perishable foods should be used only if they add to or help explain the educa onal exhibit. If perishable food is a part of the exhibit, the food is to be brought just for judging.

‐ Exhibits containing perishable foods, which will be discarded, must include a colored photograph of the food. The photograph should be taken prior to the County Fair and a ached to the display. This photograph and a 3x5 note card lis ng nutri on informa on and the recipe will be displayed as the exhibit instead of the food.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ One serving of a nutri ous food (vegetable or fruit dish, snack, bread, dairy, etc.). Include 8½ x 11 poster showing nutri onal value, recipe, and a photo of the food.

‐ Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone else, using the dietary guidelines and MyPlate.

‐ Make a food or fitness plan for yourself or someone else and show how it relates to nutri onal and energy needs. (Example: an athlete on a volleyball team, a teen who doesn't have a lot of me).

‐ Adapt a recipe(s) to show healthier ingredient choices.

‐ Study of how physical fitness and/or food choices are related to disease (ex.: cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc.).

‐ Study of labels from similar food items, comparing important nutrient content like fat, fiber, and sugar.

‐ Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety.

‐ Nutri on/food science experiment.

FOOD PRESERVATION

R190010*

R190011*

R190012

Requirements

Judged Tuesday

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Exhibitor must be enrolled in Food & Nutri on project.

‐ All recipes, procedures, and mes followed must be according to current USDA and/or Na onal Center for Home Food Preserva on recommenda ons.

‐ All food preserva on exhibits must be labeled with a 2” x 3” label. Labels to include county, name, grade, product, style of pack, processing method (boiling water bath or pressure canner), date processed, processing me and recipe source. Pressure canned items indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many pounds of pressure used.

‐ Jars must be heat‐tempered glass canning jars.

‐ All jars must be sealed. Leave screw bands on two‐piece jar lids. Jellies and jams must be covered with lids.

‐ Use pint jars for fruit, vegetables, and fish; one‐half pint jars for jams and jellies; one quart jars for pickled products.

‐ Jellies and jams must be processed in boiling water bath according to USDA and/or University of Minnesota food preserva on publica ons, available through the Extension Office. Note: Paraffin is not acceptable.

‐ No ar ficial food coloring should be added to entries.

‐ Dried foods may be stored in glass jars, self‐sealing plas c bags or air ght plas c bags. The quan ty of dried foods should be: fruits and vegetables ‐ 1/2 cup or more of each, herbs ‐ 1/4 cup of each in whole leaf form, 3 strips of meat (i.e. venison or beef jerky).

‐ Preserved within the past year.

Exhibit sugges ons

‐ Suggested exhibits include one (1) jar or one (1) bag of product:

‐ Vegetables or fruits

‐ Jams, jellies, preserves, low‐sugar spreads (no frozen)

‐ Pickled products (fermented or added acid, including pickles, sauerkraut, relishes, salsa).

‐ Meats, poultry and/or fish. (Fish must be in pint jars.)

‐ Dried vegetables or dried fruits.

‐ Dried herbs.

‐ Beef or venison jerky.

‐ Food science experiment or educa onal display.

FOOD REVIEW ‐ Judged Tuesday

R191001* Grade 9+

R191002* Grade 6‐8

R191003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ The exhibit itself, all supplies and food is brought and set up on judging day.

‐ Exhibitors should bring to judging day one item of food from the menu; place se ngs which includes dishes, silverware, linens and centerpiece for the course in which the food is served; a recipe for that food mounted on an 8½ x 11” poster, preferably freestanding; a complete lis ng of menu items and photo of meal se ng mounted on an 8½ x 11” poster, preferably freestanding.

‐ The food review display must be no larger than 30” square.

‐ Food review will be judged on food knowledge, management knowledge, nutri on knowledge, menu, food and table se ng. The judge may or may not taste the food.

MICROWAVE COOKING ‐ ‐ Judged Tuesday

R190013* Grade 9+

R190014* Grade 6‐8

R190015 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ Can include one serving of a dish prepared in a microwave oven.

‐ Include 8½ x 11” poster showing nutri onal value, recipe and a photo of the food, independent study of topic related to project, or educa onal exhibit which might address menu and diet planning, buying, consumerism, safety, sanita on, storage, nutri on, science principles, etc.

FOREST RESOURCES ‐ ‐ Judged Monday

R200001* Grade 9+

R200002* Grade 6‐8

R200003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Exhibits should be mounted on cardboard or other sturdy material. Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ Collec on of leaves or needles with twigs iden fied with their common name. Common name should be printed near the iden fied leaf/needle.

‐ Photographic display of forest products include the name of the product/use to iden fy the photograph.

‐ Display showing tree growth; annual ring cross‐sec ons; make a seed collec on.

‐ Prepare a report with drawings about your favorite tree include name of tree, drawings or pictures of tree, facts and uses of the tree, and other appropriate informa on.

‐ Display showing layers of the forest; renewable versus non‐renewable resources; forestry careers; leaf and twig iden fica on; taxonomic keys; tree road maps.

‐ Display showing forest succession; tree and forest measurements; fire's effect on the forest; how trees grow; forest types; harves ng methods; entomology of the forest; pathology of the forest.

‐ Display showing forest products, including maple syrup produc on; wood products; Christmas trees or other forest resources (recrea on, wildlife, etc.).

‐ Display showing specialized woodland management, including shelterbelts/windbreaks and urban forestry.

FRUIT

Judged Tuesday

R210001* Grade 9+

R210002* Grade 6‐8

R210003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Include a 3 x 5 index card lis ng the varie es of fruit, name and club of exhibitor.

‐  An exhibit should consist of a collec on of 4‐6 fruits of strawberries, raspberries, cherries, gooseberries, currants or 4‐6 apples, plums, pears or 3 bunches of grapes.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Display showing a comparison of several varie es of the same fruit (labeled); display using a branch to illustrate proper pruning of fruit trees and explaining the process; illustrate the many uses of fruits (fresh, jams, juices, cooking, baking, salads and recipes); illustrate the use of fruits as natural dyes.

‐ Educa onal display illustra ng diseases (actual specimens) or insects (actual specimens) and methods of control.

GEOLOGY ‐ ‐ Judged Monday

R220001* Grade 9+

R220002* Grade 6‐8

R220003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ A ach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glass‐topped case of the same model as used by the entomologists (approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3"). Specimens should be approximately 2" x 2". Label each specimen using the label described on page seven of the Geology manual available in office. Size of label may be reduced to fit display case, if needed. A ach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on its edge. Member must have knowledge of how specimens are iden fied as to rock or fossil type.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Display of birthstones, a rock plate, or an egg carton collec on (see geology bulle n), six silly silicates.

‐ Rocks, minerals, or fossils from within Minnesota or on a definite theme such as metamorphism, weathering, quartz minerals, ores, or a theme of your own choosing.

‐ Polished rock types used to make decora ve items such as paperweights and jewelry; include an unpolished specimen of each rock type.

‐ Educa onal exhibit showing the "science how's and why’s" dealing with the principles of geology and natural earth sciences.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

R240001* Grade 9+

R240002* Grade 6‐8

R240003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

Judged Monday

‐ Poster or report explaining what you learned as a result of a cross‐cultural home stay experience.

‐ Report or display on mission trip, school trip, pen pal, etc.

HEALTH

Judged Monday

R250001* Grade 9+

R250002* Grade 6‐8

R250003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol and chemical abuse, ea ng disorders, sexuality, sexually transmi ed disease, pregnancy, stress, depression, etc..) of your choice.

‐ Report on a community project that you conducted on a health issue. Include objec ves, audience, metable, program descrip on, materials, community support and evalua on.

HOME ENVIRONMENT

R260001* Grade 9+

R260002* Grade 6‐8

R260003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

Judged Monday

‐ Members exhibi ng in this project should be prepared to discuss and/or have wri en informa on to show how their exhibit applies to the home, how and where it is used or displayed, and all details of how it was made or selected. They should know about the subject ma er of the specific exhibit, the materials used, how and why it was done, costs involved, and alterna ves considered.

‐ A photograph and report showing its place in the home.

environment must accompany exhibits that are items for the home.

‐ Pictures and wall hangings that are exhibited should be finished and ready to hang.

‐ Purchased kits ARE ALLOWED to be used.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Finished or refinished wood item, or reupholstered furniture.

‐ Repaired, restored, or remodeled item for the home.

‐ Chart and/or plan for the care and maintenance of the inside or outside of the home including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly jobs.

‐ An ar cle remade or reclaimed for the home with a link to the past, including history of use.

‐ Descrip on, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of a redecora ng or remodeling plan showing before and a er.

HORSE RELATED EXHIBIT

F105001*

Judged Monday

Horse Related, grades 9+

F105002* Horse Related, grades 6‐8

F105003 Horse Related, grades 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Anyone enrolled in the Horse project can exhibit in this division.

‐ Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or ar cle. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4‐H member has made, done, or learned in the project.

‐ Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present.

‐ Youth 6th grade and up are eligible for state horse show.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ An item made or repaired, related to the horse project.

‐ There are no specific dimensions.

HORSELESS HORSE (NO ANIMAL)

Judged Monday

F108001*

Horseless Horse, grades 9+

F108002* Horseless Horse, grades 6‐8

F108003 Horseless Horse, grades 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Must be enrolled in Horseless Horse to exhibit in this division.

‐ Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or ar cle. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4‐H member has made, done, or learned in the project.

‐ Exhibits are conference judged on Monday with the general 4‐H projects and with the exhibitor present and are eligible for state horse show.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Basis for judging

A racts a en on, holds interest ‐ 25%

Educa onal value, tells a story ‐ 25%

Members knowledge ‐ 50%

‐ Horseless horse offers the opportunity to study and learn about the horse to members that do not own or lease a horse. They will gain knowledge of major breeds, colors, gaits and safety. The project will enhance their apprecia on for the value of the horse and give you an understanding of care requirements. They will deliver sportsmanship, responsibility, coopera on, decision‐making skills and public speaking skills.

INDOOR GARDENING

Judged Tuesday

Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including indoor fairy garden).

R270001* Grade 9+

R270002* Grade 6‐8

R270003

Requirements

POTTED PLANTS:

Grade 3‐5

‐ Flowering plants should be in bloom.

‐ Foliage plants should be in vigorous condi on.

‐ Plants should be grown in the exhibited container for at least one month prior to fair.

PLANTS IN HANGING CONTAINERS:

‐ Container for the plant should not be more than 10" in depth or diameter.

‐ Maximum total length of hanger and plant should not exceed 4'

‐ Evalua on will include appropriateness of plant for a hanging container, condi on, arrangement, hanger to container to plant rela onship, and plants being well established.

TERRARIUMS:

‐ The terrarium may not exceed 24" in any dimension.

‐ Terrarium should be planted four to six weeks ahead of exhibi ng.

‐ Members must be able to iden fy all plant materials in their terrariums, know why they were selected for use (quality, container and design).

‐ Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including indoor fairy gardens.)

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Two or more varie es of house plants with common and botanical name.

‐ Terrarium or dish garden; consider terrarium material of general terrarium plant of na ve and woodland plants of Minnesota.

‐ Educa onal exhibit showing plant propaga on, plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a flowering plant, etc.

LAWN

AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN ‐ Judged Tuesday

R280001*

R280002*

R280003

Requirements

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Posters showing physiology of a tree are not eligible for state fair

‐ Evalua on will be based on design, neatness, plants used, and story told.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Landscape Plan drawn to scale with plants and major areas of yard labeled; should show changes and future plans. Photographs showing "before and a er" views are desirable.

‐ Design a project mee ng for this project area (in booklet form) including what you would teach, how you would teach it, goals of your mee ng, ac vi es you would include, and visual aids you would use.

NEEDLE ARTS ‐ Judged Monday

R290001* Grade 9+

R290002* Grade 6‐8

R290003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Each exhibit must include a consumer informa on tag, if appropriate, with the following informa on: pa ern company name and number, techniques, fiber content, cost, and care instruc ons.

‐ If item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed on a wall, it should be finished and ready to hang.

Exhibit sugges ons

‐ Any item made by the member using the techniques of kni ng, croche ng, embroidery and crewel, counted cross s tch, needlepoint, hardanger, hand quil ng, weaving, appliqué, latch hook, ta ng, other.

‐ Consumer Product Analysis: Comparison and evalua on of materials, supplies, or accessories used for a needle arts technique.

‐ Historical/Cultural Study: Story, poster, or display about a needle arts heirloom from your family or local history museum. Exhibit must in‐clude informa on about how item should be preserved.

PERFORMING ARTS

Judged August 3 at 7 PM at Lake Community Church

R300001* Grade 9+

R300002* Grade 6‐8

R300003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Requirements

‐ Exhibit can be either a performance or an exhibit that shows a member’s involvement or interest in the performing arts.

‐ To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of selec ng, planning, performing and reflec on on their project work.

‐ If the exhibit is an actual performance, the performance cannot last longer than 10 minutes.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Poster/display about involvement/interest in performing arts.

‐ A puppet and script made and created by member.

‐ Create and perform a short story, show, music selec on, etc., and include a write‐up about it.

‐ A journal or scrapbook (with wri en statements) of current performing arts experiences.

‐ An educa onal display of some aspect of music, drama, or performing.

PETS (exhibits and live pets judged Mon. Aug. 16 in Erickson Pavilion at 5:00 p.m.)

R310001* Grade 9+

R310002* Grade 6‐8

R310003 Grade 3‐5

R310004 Live Pet Exhibit (all ages)

Requirements

‐ LIVE PET EXHIBIT MUST BE DOMESTICATED ‐ Bring pet on leash, in cage or other controllable container. Not Eligible for State Fair.

‐ A dog, rabbit, pygmy goat, etc. may be shown as a pet or at the dog, rabbit, goat show, etc., not both.

‐ Exhibits will be judged on grooming, condi on and health of pet and knowledge of pet owner.

‐ Only one overall pet plaque is awarded.

‐ Pets are to be taken home a er the show.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Educa onal display explaining pet care, health, nutri onal needs, etc.; exhibit must include a photograph of 4‐Her with their pet. Educa onal exhibits will be judged following the pet show.

‐ Pet related exhibit, i.e. photo album, history of species display, animal care display.

Photography ‐ Judged Monday

PHOTOGRAPHY‐Digital/film

Photography is an exci ng project where the sky is the limit! For more details and explana ons, visit h ps://extension.umn.edu/projects‐and‐more/4‐h‐photography‐project

R320001*

R320002*

R320003

Equipment

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

Any electronic device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed (i.e. digital or film camera, underwater camera, me lapse camera, cell phone, tablet, drone)

Requirements

‐ All photos exhibited MUST have been taken/produced/enhanced by the exhibitor during the current 4‐H year.

‐ Exhibitor’s name, club and county on the back of the exhibit.

‐ When edi ng or using enhancements an unaltered 4 X 6” photo must be included on the back of the exhibit.

‐ NO picture frame or glass allowed for safety.

‐ Photos should be 4 X 6”, enlargements should be 5 X 7” or 8 X10” and mounted on mat board or poster board, neutral colors are best (white, tan, grey or black). Do not use construc on paper. Use 14 X 22" board for 5 or more photos. Cut a smaller board for 2 to 4 prints or a panorama.

Exhibit ideas

‐ Photo story of 3 to 7 (4 X 6") photos in a photo ma e or displayed on poster board to show a process (before and a er).

‐ Photo story can include documen ng, some examples might include:

 Town’s history, could include photos of residences: e.g. families, elderly, government officials, veterans, teachers, service officials (fire, police, medical), volunteers, founding families’ history, etc.

 4‐H project, or another member’s 4 ‐H project or your club’s community service

 Environmental issue(s) or a community need

 “A Day in the Life” of…(farm or city youth, an elementary, middle school or high school youth, etc.

‐ Common theme or subject of 3 to 7 photos (4 X 6") (i.e. people, buildings, landscape, animals, seasons, ac on, nature, weather, shapes, close‐ups, etc.).

‐ Panorama

‐ Enlargement or mul ple 4 X 6” photos to show photographic elements you learned about and includes explaining how you used your camera to take these images. Ideas include: Aperture priority, shu er speed, rule of thirds, leading lines, ISO, etc.)

‐ Enlargement or mul ple 4X6” photos to show photographic style. Ideas include: Illustrate ligh ng technique, journalis c photography, documentary photography, commercial photography, portrait setup, collage, etc.

‐ Slideshow ‐ compila on of photo images ‐ use tles, voice over, back‐ground selec ons to make a show, etc. For judging can show project on 14x22 poster board or computer, tablet or DVD.

‐ Calendar, brochure, event poster, etc. (NO scrapbooks).

PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE

R330001* Grade 9+

R330002* Grade 6‐8

R330003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

Judged Tuesday

‐ An educa onal display illustra ng one of the following ideas: plant reproduc on, soils, plant growth factors, plant characteris cs, growing and using plants, plant growth and food produc on, examples of a plant disease, and the life cycle of that disease explaining causes and control.

‐ Display or presenta on highligh ng technology used in agriculture such as GPS tools, drone use, implement technology, yield mapping, gene c engineering, seed traits, agricultural chemistry, precision agriculture, on‐farm research, side by side trials, etc.

‐ Display or presenta on highligh ng current pests in agriculture or hor culture. Could include life cycle, preven on or treatment, their impact on the plant, etc.

‐ A weed display or book iden fying different weeds in agriculture or hor culture. Highlight one week in depth, a class of weeds (such as grasses or broad leaves) or a collec on of different weeds. Could include iden fica on details, life cycle, weed control, the impact on crop produc on, etc.

‐ Note: do not include live or dried noxious weed samples in your display (check current lis ng at h ps://www.mda.state.mn.us/ plants/pestmanagement/weedcontrol/noxiouslist.aspx. If you are bringing in a sample of weed seeds, put it in a sealed container.

POTATOES

Judged Tuesday

R340001* Grade 9+

R340002* Grade 6‐8

R340003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ If displaying a potato box, you need 6‐10 potatoes of the same variety or 2‐3 varie es (this year’s crop) similar in size with variety iden fied on a 3x5 card.

‐ Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process. Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Display a box of potatoes that contain all the potatoes in that hill (all the potatoes one plant produced)

‐ Display a box of potatoes of 6‐10 potatoes

‐ Educa onal display illustra ng diseases and control, methods of mulching and reasons, causes and effects of sun scald.

QUILTING

(judged August 3 in the Extension Office)

R350001* Grade 9+

R350002* Grade 6‐8

R350003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Each Item should include informa on lis ng: pa ern book & name, fiber content of fabric & ba ng, and care instruc ons. If not quilted or hand ed by the 4‐Her, state who ed or hand/machine quilted the final project. (Note: depending on skill level of 4‐Her, someone else may do the final quil ng).

‐ Item may be either machine quilted, hand quilted, or hand ed.

Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ A quilted item, any finishing technique acceptable.

‐ Repair of an old quilt.

‐ A display showing the history of quil ng, fabrics and pa erns used in quil ng, or a topic of your choice.

SAFETY ‐ ‐ Judged Monday

R370001*

R370002*

R370003

Exhibit Sugges ons

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Explore a safety issue of choice. Ideas include traffic safety, home safety, farm safety, community safety, fire preven on, and first aid kit. Include an item for display representa ve of project ac vity.

‐ Prepare a First Aid Kit and explain reasons for items you included.

‐ Exhibit may be display, binder, poster, etc.

SELF DETERMINED ‐ ‐ Judged Monday

R380001*

R380002*

R380003

Requirements

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ This division is intended for an exhibit that doesn’t fit in any other project area. This is not a “catch‐all” category but rather inten onal self‐directed learning.

‐ A team may consist of not more than three (3) individuals from the same club or from up to 3 different clubs from the same county.

‐ To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of selec on, planning and management of a self‐determined learning experience

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Poster, display, or notebook showing the process of doing the ac vity/project

‐ Display of finished work

‐ Use this project area for geospa al exhibits and clowning exhibits.

SHOOTING SPORTS / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT

Judged

R390001*

R390002*

R390003

Monday

Grade 9+

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Exhibit may not exceed 12" deep x 24" wide x 36" high, except that a gun, bow and arrow, or taxidermy item may be included in a display and will not be considered in the calcula on of dimensions.

‐ MN & 4‐H regula ons handling/storing firearms must be followed.

‐No explosive materials are allowed. Arrows must be secured in such a manner so as to prevent their points or edges from being a hazard. Only spor ng firearms and bows will be exhibited, displayed or demonstrated.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Safety techniques applied to shoo ng ac vi es (e.g., range commands and range safety, eye and ear protec on, cleaning a firearm, dressing for safety‐first aid, survival skills, etc.).

‐ Shoo ng Skills (e.g., basic safety rules, basic parts and func ons of each piece of equipment, care and maintenance, accessories, posi on, etc.).

‐ Display illustra ng key field iden fica on features of a group of game animals (e.g., dis nguishing various species of puddle ducks, differences among five look‐alike species, of upland game birds, etc.).

‐ Leadership skills learned in your shoo ng sports club.

‐ History and nomenclature of trapping, hun ng, and firearms.

‐ Sportsmanship: Ethical behavior and responsibility, effects of values to wildlife of modern game laws and regula ons.

R390004 County Fun Shoot, Grade 3 & +

Requirements

‐ Par cipants must be enrolled in the shoo ng sports/wildlife project

‐ Par cipants receive $ 4 for par cipa on.

‐ Par cipants must have received a minimum of seven hours on the line marksmanship/safety instruc on per discipline with cer fied instructors

‐ Par cipants must have received a minimum of 5 hours of wildlife educa on this year.

SHOP ‐ ‐

Judged Monday

R400001* Grade 9+

R400002* Grade 6‐8

R400003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Exhibit must not take up more than 20 square feet of floor space.

‐ A ach a card to all exhibits describing construc on materials, unusual joinery finishing techniques, and total cost. Exhibit Sugges ons:

‐ Ar cle made of wood or metal

‐ Wooden or metal ar cle repaired, finished, or refinished.

‐ Display on proper es, uses, or processing of wood.

SMALL ENGINES ‐ ‐

Judged Monday

R410001* Grade 9+

R410002* Grade 6‐8

R410003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Small engine that has been recondi oned or repaired.

‐ A device constructed by a member u lizing a small engine.

‐  Display on the parts of an engine, etc.

TRACTOR

Judged Monday

R420001* Grade 9+

R420002* Grade 6‐8

R420003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Check space requirements for large exhibits with staff. Large exhibits may be displayed outdoors

‐ Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display.

Exhibit sugges ons

‐ A poster, video, display, notebook, represen ng your project learning.

‐ Restored, recondi oned, rebuilt tractor.

Exhibit may represent learning about tractor safety, history, use, purchasing decisions, establishing a custom business with your field or lawn tractor, or material prepared to train others.

VEGETABLE/HERB GARDENING

R430001* Grade 9+

R430002* Grade 6‐8

Judged Tuesday

Herb Exhibit sugges ons

‐ Educa onal display showing some aspects of raising or using herbs.

‐ An herb container garden planted in a tub, pot or planter

‐ A dried sample of herbs you have raised, harvested and dried (in an air ght container).

Vegetable Gardening Box Requirements

‐ Label vegetables with proper variety names

‐ When exhibi ng a collec on of vegetables, include six different kinds (for example: 1 large specimen + 3 medium specimen + 2 small specimen = 6 different vegetable specimens for this project choosing any combina on of the following:

One large specimen: cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.)

Three different medium sized vegetable specimens and 3 of each specimen: tomatoes, onions, peppers, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, etc.

Two small vegetable specimen’s and 6‐12 of each specimen: green beans, peas, lima beans, etc.

Potatoes may not be included (enter the potato project).

Vegetable Plate (label vegetables with proper variety names) Exhibit sugges ons:

‐ On a disposable plate, display a collec on of vegetables that include one or more kinds of vegetables, choosing any combina on of the following:

 Large vegetable specimen (1 sample) cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.

 Medium sized vegetable specimens (3 of each) tomatoes, potatoes, onion, peppers, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, asparagus, etc.)

 Small vegetable specimen (6‐12 of each) green beans, peas, cherry tomatoes, jalapenos, lima beans, etc.

R430004* Veg Gardening Educa onal Exhibit, all grades Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Display showing three varie es of the same vegetable.

‐ Educa onal display showing some aspect of vegetable gardening (e.g., the difference in development between thinned vs. unthinned vegetables).

‐ A mini garden planted in a tub, pail, or large planter.

‐ For ps in Harves ng and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit, you can refer to the following Iowa Extension website. Suggested exhibit quan ty for MN will vary from the publica on.

h p://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publica ons/4H462.pdf

LARGEST VEGETABLE CONTEST

R430005 Cabbage

R430006 Cucumber

R430007 Melons

R430008 Pumpkin

R430009 Squash

R430010 Tallest Field Corn Stalk

R430003 Grade 3‐5 (not eligible for state fair)

R430011* Herb Gardening—All Grades (those who completed 6th grade & up are state fair eligible

Details

‐ $ 2 award to the winner in each lot

‐ Vegetables will be judged on size, not weight

‐ Par cipants may enter in all lots

Judged Tuesday

VETERINARY SCIENCE

‐ ‐ Judged Monday

R440001* Grade 9+

R440002* Grade 6‐8

R440003 Grade 3‐5

Requirements

‐ Exhibit may include models, diagrams, and/or actual ar cles.

‐ Display or binder on diseases of animals, ringworm, heartworm, displaced abomasums, hip dysphasia, scours, etc.

VIDEO/FILMMAKING

‐ ‐ Judged Monday

See h ps://extension.umn.edu/projects‐and‐more/4‐h‐video‐project for more details and explana ons related to photography and video exhibits.

R450001* Grade 9+

R450002* Grade 6‐8

R450003 Grade 3‐5

R450004 Produc on Team of 2‐3 members per team (can come from different schools &/or grades)

Equipment: camcorder, flip camera, digital camera, me lapse camera or trail camera, cell phone, tablet

Equipment

Any electronic devise capable of capturing a video image; video camera, digital camera, DSLR, me lapse camera or trail camera, cellphone, tablet, Go Pro or drone with a ached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone).

Requirements

‐ All videos exhibited must have been recorded in the current 4‐H year.

‐ All videos exhibited must be made by the exhibitor OR if the video is made by a video produc on team, the exhibitor must be a member and must have created at least 50 percent of the finished video.

‐ Video must be presented on DVD, USB or flash drive.

‐ Video must include a tle and credits.

‐ The video must be original material, por ons from other sources must be documented and have a copyright release.

‐ The video must be original material, por ons from other sources must be documented and have a copyright release.

‐ The exhibitor’s name, grade, club, and exhibit class must be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces.

‐ It is recommended that the video/filmmaking exhibit be 3‐5 minutes and no longer than 10 minutes.

‐ Videos an also be delivered via Youtube, Vimeo, Frame .io or similar online based presenta on sites.

Exhibit Ideas

‐ A poster that illustrates how a video camera works, or how to care for video equipment, illustra on of computer video crea on, etc.

‐ Video short‐limited to 5 minutes or less (to insure full viewing by judge during judging process)

Showcase various video techniques.

A selected subject. Include a short storyboard or outline.

‐ Video made by blending computer technology and tradi onal camera created video.

‐ Video using data from trail camera or me lapse camera (stop ac on video)

‐ Video using Clayma on

WATER / WETLANDS

R460001*

R460002*

R460003

Exhibit Sugges ons

Grade 9+

‐ ‐ Judged Monday

Grade 6‐8

Grade 3‐5

‐ Display showing the five unique physical proper es of water; the hydrologic or water cycle; the quan es and uses made of water by families, municipali es, industries, animals, and plants;

‐ Display on water quality or management pollu on, conserva on, water quality standards, etc.

WILDLIFE BIOLOGY ‐ ‐ Judged Monday

R470001* Grade 9+

R470002* Grade 6‐8

R470003 Grade 3‐5

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ Display showing the life cycle of your favorite wild animal.

‐ Birdhouse, birdfeeder, or homemade bird book of local birds.

‐ An animal book of wild animals of Minnesota describe habitat, food, and shelter needs.

‐ A wildlife management plan show prac ces related to land use and forest management for wildlife.

‐ Basic concepts of Wildlife Management (waterfowl wingboards, birdhouse trails, game food habits, game animal habitat requirements, history of game management, etc).

YOUTH LEADERSHIP

R480001*

‐ ‐ Judged Monday

Grade 9+

R480002* Grade 6‐8

R480003 Grades 3‐5

Purpose:

Youth Leadership is a project area that requires the member to discover their skills and then develop those skills and share them with others. This might happen individually or with a group. Guidelines

Taking charge, leading a service project, and sharing the steps from beginning to end would be one example of a youth leadership project. Some ways to present your work would be (but are not limited to): three sided display boards, scrapbooks, and posters.

Exhibit Sugges ons

‐ A wri en narra ve of your leadership role in your club or county including: holding an elected office, commi ee work, camp counselor, part of event management, project organizer, on‐going yearly responsibili es in a planned club program and fund raising, etc.

‐ A lesson plan for an ac vity or a project mee ng that you have planned and presented. Include teaching outline, objec ves, informa on to be presented, techniques to be used, etc…

‐ Display, scrapbook, poster (but not limited to these), that documents you taking charge and leading a service project. Share the steps from beginning to end.

Opportunity to Earn Some “Green”

4‐H members who use recycled materials within their general project work will have an opportunity to receive a “Green Award” (cash) at the county fair. Youth who use recycled materials in their exhibit will receive a “Keeping it Green” s cker on their project and their name will be placed in a drawing for the “green” stuff. The goal is to get us thinking about how we can recycle, reuse and reduce!

A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR PREVIOUS YEAR 2020

TROPHY AWARDS

BEEF

CHAMPION MARKET BEEF

Osakis Creamery Associa on

CHAMPION BEEF HEIFER

Missy Ri , Ag‐Vanced Crop Solu ons, Pioneer Brand Products

CHAMPION DAIRY STEER

Alex Country Store

CHAMPION COW/CALF

Olson’s Crooked Lake Farm

CHAMPION SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Zwieg Family

CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP

Thesing’s Riverside Simmentals

CHAMPION JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Eric & Shelby Thesing & Family

MARKET BEEF RATE OF GAIN

Pro‐Ag Farmers Coopera ve

DAIRY STEER RATE OF GAIN

Up North Concrete Paving, LLC

DAIRY

GRAND CHAMPION DAIRY

Echo Press Newspaper

JUNIOR CHAMPION DAIRY

Jassel Holsteins, Alan & Jessica Klimek

CHAMPION SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Alexandria Veterinary Clinic

CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP

Missy Ri , Ag‐Vanced Crop Solu ons, Pioneer Brand Products

CHAMPION JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Voyager Industries, Inc.

DOG

CHAMPION OBEDIENCE JR CLASS

Dr. Kai & Myrna Hunt

CHAMPION OBEDIENCE SR CLASS

Sponsor Needed

CHAMPION AGILITY

Dr. Kai & Myrna Hunt

CHAMPION JUMPERS

Alexandria Veterinary Clinic

OPEN SHOWMANSHIP

Clayton & Laurie Lahman

NOVICE SHOWMANSHIP

Spruce Hill Rangers 4‐H Club in memory of Grant Lindberg

JUNIOR RALLY O

Taveirne Auto Sales

SENIOR RALLY O

Affordable Pet Services

GOAT

CHAMPION JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Lions Club of Carlos

CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP

LeSha Massmann and Lexi Cramer

CHAMPION SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Up North Concrete Paving, LLC

CHAMPION DAIRY MARKET GOAT

Lions Club of Carlos

CHAMPION MEAT MARKET GOAT

Spruce Hill Rangers 4‐H Club

CHAMPION JUNIOR DAIRY GOAT

Derek, Alicia Meissner & family

CHAMPION SENIOR DAIRY GOAT

‐ Sponsor Needed ‐

CHAMPION MEAT BREEDING DOE

Jared Sanborn

HORSE

HI POINT PERFORMANCE

Lake Region Saddle Club

HI POINT TRAINING

Lake Region Saddle Club

HI POINT NOVICE

Lake Region Saddle Club

HI POINT GAMES

Lake Region Saddle Club

POULTRY

CHAMPION MARKET CHICKENS

Clayton & Laurie Lahman

CHAMPION BREEDING CHICKENS

Chris na Lakers

EGG PRODUCTION

Spruce Hill Rangers

CHAMPION MARKET TURKEY

Joyce and Kyle Olson

CHAMPION BREEDING TURKEY

Spruce Hill Rangers 4‐H Club

CHAMPION MARKET DUCKS

Spruce Hill Rangers 4‐H Club

CHAMPION BREEDING DUCKS

Lions Club of Carlos

CHAMPION MARKET GEESE

Lions Club of Carlos

CHAMPION BREEDING GEESE

Up North Concrete Paving, LLC

CHAMPION SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Spruce Hill Rangers 4‐H Club

CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP

Brandon Lions Club

CHAMPION JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Vernal Nelson

CHAMPION PIGEON

Dave Massmann Construc on, LLC

Dave & Kim Massmann

SHOW & HOBBY CHAMPION

Alex Country Store

RABBIT

CHAMPION BREEDING RABBIT

Lions Club of Carlos

CHAMPION MARKET PEN

Lions Club of Carlos

CHAMPION SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Prairie Lakes Dental, P.A.

CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP

Liberty Livewires 4‐H Club

CHAMPION JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Sponsor Needed ‐

SHEEP

CHAMPION WETHER

AgCountry Farm Credit Services

CHAMPION EWE

Alex Country Store

CHAMPION SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Up North Concrete Paving, LLC

CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP

Spruce Hill Rangers 4‐H Club

CHAMPION JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Ben, Stephanie Grimes & family

RATE OF GAIN

Pro‐Ag Farmer’s Coopera ve

A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR PREVIOUS YEAR 2019

TROPHY & GENERAL PLAQUE AWARDS

SWINE

CHAMPION BARROW

Gerald & Cheryl Johnson

CHAMPION GILT

Fernholz Farms. Inc.

CHAMPION SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Alex Power Equipment

CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE

SHOWMANSHIP

Alex Country Store

CHAMPION JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP

Douglas/Grant Pork Producers

MARKET GILT

Samantha Lahman, Extension Educator

GENERAL PROJECTS PLAQUES

AEROSPACE

Long Prairie Packing Co., LLC

BICYCLE

Douglas County 4‐H

BREADS

Moe 4‐H Club

CAT

Jackie Lanoue Family

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Molly Sailer

CITIZENSHIP

Sun Opta Grains and Foods Group

CLOTHES YOU BUY

Anderson Funeral Home

CLOTHES YOU MAKE

Anderson Funeral Home

COMPUTERS

Insty Prints

CONSUMER EDUCATION

Long Prairie Packing Co., LLC

CORN

Brandon Pro Ag

CRAFTS

Liberty Livewires 4‐H Club

DAIRY FOODS

Sun Opta Grains and Foods Group

ELECTRIC

Chris na Lakers 4‐H Club

ENGINEERING DESIGN

Chris na Lakers 4‐H Club

ENTOMOLOGY

Angela & Adam Lo esness & Family

EXPLORING ANIMALS

Meg Clark

EXPLORING ENVIRONMENT

Sun Opta Grains and Foods Group

FASHION REVIEW, CLOTHES YOU MAKE

Elden’s Fresh Foods

FASHION REVIEW, CLOTHES YOU BUY

Cub Foods

FINE ARTS

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

FISHING SPORTS

Zwieg Family

FOOD & NUTRITION

Elden’s Fresh Foods

FOOD PRESERVATION

Traveler’s Inn

FOOD REVIEW

Chris na Lakers 4‐H Club

FORESTRY

Zwieg Family

FRUIT

Long Prairie Packing Co., LLC

GEOLOGY

Moe 4‐H Club

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Sun Opta Grains and Foods Group

HEALTH

Lindy Lega

HOME ENVIRONMENT

Traveler’s Inn

HORSE RELATED/HORSELESS HORSE

Sun Opta Grains and Foods Group

INDOOR GARDENING

Bullet Lawn Care,

Les & Bonnie Dreger Family

LAWN & LANDSCAPE

Garfield Truss

MICROWAVE COOKING

Cub Foods

NEEDLE ARTS

Ben & Jean Wagner

OUTDOOR FLOWER GARDENING

Colorful Seasons & Nursery Garden Center

PERFORMING ARTS

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

PETS

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

PHOTOGRAPHY

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

PLANT & SOIL SCIENCE

Garfield Truss

POTATOES

Sun Opta Grains and Foods Group

PUBLIC PRESENTATION

Chris na Lakers 4‐H Club

QUILTING

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

ROBOTICS/AQUATIC ROBOTICS

Spruce Hill Rangers 4‐H Club

SAFETY

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

SCIENCE OF ANIMALS

Sun Opta Grains and Foods Group

SELF DETERMINED

Bullet Lawn Care,

Les & Bonnie Dreger Family

SHOOTING SPORTS

Alexandria Shoo ng Park

SHOP

Chris na Lakers 4‐H Club

SMALL ENGINES

Midwest Machinery

SMALL GRAINS

Brandon Pro Ag

TRACTOR

Midwest Machinery

VEGETABLES

Long Prairie Packing Co., LLC

VETERINARY SCIENCE

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

WATER/WETLANDS

Colorful Seasons & Nursery Garden Center

WILDLIFE BIOLOGY

Insty Prints

YOUTH LEADERSHIP

Kurt Hansberry & Kathryn Fischer

Thank you to AgCountry Farm Credit Services for sponsoring: Fashion Review Court of Honor Medals

AWARDS PRESENTED AT FALL ACHIEVEMENT BANQUET

Friends of 4‐H

The Friend of 4‐H Award recognizes a person, group or organiza on that has made an outstanding contribu on to the 4‐H Youth Development Program. Generally, persons outside of the 4‐H program are recognized with this award; however, 4‐H leaders working on a county or state level are also eligible.

4‐H Adult Volunteer Award

This award recognizes an adult that has been ac ve in the 4‐H program. They have consistently volunteered their me and support for a number of years.

Danforth “I Dare You” Award

Each year this award is presented to two junior leaders. The award is usually given to a first or second year junior leader who has been ac ve on the club and county level. We have dared them to achieve their highest poten al and to influence others through lives of service. Award winners receive an inspira onal book and cer ficate.

Key Award

Completed three years as a youth leader mee ng seven out of the following nine requirements including a ending youth leader workshops, club program planning, community service, hold club or county officer posi on, 4‐H promo on, youth project leader and serve on club or county commi ee.

Outstanding Project Awards

These awards are given to members with a strong background in a project area they have completed records for. To receive this award a member must show evidence of quality exhibits, evidence of knowledge learned in project, evidence of helping others learn about project through demonstra ons, project mee ngs or one‐to‐ one and evidence of leadership on the club and county level.

Best Secretary

This club secretary kept accurate minutes including accurate member a endance, recorded club goals and did all this with excep onal neatness.

Young Entrepreneurial Award

This $ 500 cash award is sponsored by Alexandria Rotary. It is given to two youth who have demonstrated entrepreneurial skills in a 4‐H project area.

Karl Glade Elks Ci zenship Award

This $ 500 cash award is sponsored by the Alexandria Elks. It is presented to a 4‐H member enrolled in youth leadership and or ci zenship. Member must show:

• Evidence of helping others learn through demonstra ons, project mee ngs or helping others one‐on‐one.

• Evidence of leadership at the club and county level of officer or commi ee member.

• Evidence of helping others and the ability to work with others. The commitment to follow through with ac vi es started.

Alexandria Runestone Lions Club Community Service Award

This $ 200 cash award is sponsored by the Alexandria Runestone Lions Club. It is presented to a 4‐H member demonstra ng out‐standing community service through leadership and hands on work.

Thornton Trophy

This award for 4‐H junior leadership was first given in 1932 by Ralph Thornton, Secretary of the Douglas County Fairboard (1915‐1951) and has been carried on by his son Joe, his daughter Elizabeth and grandson Mike. It consists of a silver pitcher and awarded based on a 4‐H members youth leadership career. Recipient is someone who has been ac ve on club, county and possibly state and na onal levels. This award is unique to Douglas County 4‐H.

Thank You’s

A special thank you to all those who sponsor awards tonight. Your contribu ons allow us to recognize individuals for jobs well done and help build pride in the Douglas County 4‐H program.

 Alexandria Elks

 Alexandria Rotary

 Douglas County Public Works

 Elizabeth Thornton and Michael Thornton

 Karen Bundermann, Photographer

Tuesday August 3

Clothing and Textiles day 9:30 a.m. 4-H Fashion Review, quilts and all clothing and textiles judged, Extension Office

Friday August 6

2021 4-H Judging Schedule

August 14

August 16

9 a.m. Dog Show 4-H Exhibit Building Horse Show 8 a.m. Dan Neller Horse Arena Noon— 7 p.m. Non-living project areas judged in 4-H Building (4-H’ers must be checked in & registered by 6:30 p.m. for judging)

Tuesday August 17

Vet Check of ALL livestock 1 - 7 p.m. in the Erickson Pavilion

Wednesday August 18

7 p.m. Public Fashion Review Lake Community Church Performing Arts Judged

1-7 p.m. Animal Science Interviews— Erickson Pavilion 5 p.m. Deadline to enter club exhibits

County Fair runs 5 PM TuesdaySaturday. Admission starts Tuesday at 5 PM 1-7 p.m. 4-H Building exhibits judged for food and nutrition and all gardening and plant science. (4-H’er must be checked in & registered by 6:30 p.m. for judging)

Pet Show & Display

5 p.m. Erickson Pavilion Cat Show & Display 6:30 p.m. Erickson Pavilion

August 19

9 a.m.— 12:00 p.m. Animal verification and weighing Open Line KXRA 8 a.m. Dairy & Market Goat judging Erickson Pavilion 12:30 p.m. Dairy Show Erickson Pavilion

August 20 Saturday August 21

General Livestock judged 8:30 a.m. Erickson Pavilion (swine & beef) Market Livestock Auction 9 a.m. Erickson Pavilion

Sunday August 22

7:00 a.m. Livestock released

7 a.m. to 12 p.m. 4-H checks disbursed & general exhibits released 4-H Building

10 a.m. Poultry Show Barn & Pavilion 3:00 p.m. Rabbit Show Erickson Pavilion 4-H Livestock Demos, Time and Location – TBD

9 a.m.3 p.m. County Fair Daycamp

Lamb Lead approx. 4 p.m. Erickson Pavilion followed by Sheep Show

7 p.m. deadline to confirm State Fair trips

1:30 p.m. State Fair meeting for general encampment Erickson Pavilion

2:30 p.m. Livestock State Fair Meeting Erickson Pavilion

4:30 p.m. Registration 5:00 p.m. Round Robin Showmanship

All livestock, general/sta c exhibits and horse 4 ‐H exhibitors need to check State Fair Line Up Sheet posted in 4 ‐H Building. If your name appears on the list, the 4‐H’er must write yes or no by their name on the State Fair list.

The deadline for confirming trips will be FRIDAY AT 7:00 p.m. If you do not confirm your trip, it will go to the next person on the list. Tenta ve State Fair mee ng is at 1:30 p.m. for general encampment and 2:30 p.m. for livestock encampment on Saturday!

State Dog & State Horse Show paperwork is due to 4 ‐H Building at noon on Saturday!

Please Note: We will NOT go hun ng for 4‐H members who delay in informing us if they are taking a trip! With the State Fair Encampments three days a er our fair – we need everyone to cooperate!

STATE FAIR INFORMATION/STATE FAIR ELIGIBILITY

1. 4‐H members selected for a trip to the State Fair must have completed 6th grade. A younger member may par cipate if he or she is a member of a group Share the Fun act where the majority of the members meet the age requirement. A parent or some other responsible adult must be with the group for adequate chaperoning.

2. A 4‐H member may par cipate in State Fair, State 4‐H Dog Show, State 4‐H Shoot and State 4‐H Horse Show.

3. Qualified 4‐H members may par cipate in State Fair ac vi es in the following ways:

A.) There is a limit of 6 ac vi es per par cipant. They can be group or individual ac vi es.

B.) Only one premium‐based project area exhibit is allowed (the excep on is public presenta ons. However, only one $6.00 premium will be paid per par cipant).

C.) Examples of ac vi es ‐ county arts‐in, team presenta on, individual presenta on, Engineering Design, Share the Fun, judging team, project exhibit, etc. (Par cipa on in mul ple ac vi es may not always be possible because of conflicts in schedules.)

4. Not all project areas have State Fair trips, and not all lots or county exhibits are acceptable at the State Fair. A purple ribbon doesn’t mean an automa c trip.

5. No exhibit will be judged at the State Fair unless the member can be present for the judging at the State Fair.

6. The Douglas County 4‐H Leader’s Council and County Extension Office will not assume responsibility for ar cles lost, stolen or broken at the State Fair or damaged in transit to or from the State Fair

ENCAMPMENTS

General Encampment – Douglas County

Livestock Encampment

Llama/Alpaca Encampment

State Shoot (Douglas County)

State Horse Show

State Dog Show

State Fair Dual Trip Policy

August 30-September 1

August 25-29

September 29-31 (tentative)

September 10-12

September 17-20

September 25-26

Each year a State Fair aged 4‐H’er can exhibit both a livestock project AND a general project at the Minnesota State Fair.

 Addi onally, 4‐H’ers can u lize non‐premium group ac vi es such as judging team, demonstra ons, Engineering Design Challenge (formerly Rube Goldberg) and Share the Fun.

 4‐H’ers pay only one program fee and receive only one $ 6 premium.

 Quotas

1. Livestock quotas will con nue to be unaffected by the dual trip policy.

2. General project areas will con nue to be increased by one when 4‐H’ers exercise the dual trip policy.

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR—2021

Special Considerations

Our goal is to make the County Fair a positive learning experience for all youth. Sometimes there are considerations and requests that we need to be aware of in order to make this possible. If you have any of these, please let us know.

Youth’s Name: Phone:

JUDGING EXPERIENCE:

Please share if there are considerations that would be helpful for a judge or staff to know about in order to make judging a positive experience. Examples: Learning Disability, Hearing Impaired

Project(S):

Considerations:

OTHER:

Please share if there are and other considerations that we should know about.

Considerations: