Fun at the Fair 2016

2016 Mower County

Fun At The

FAIR August 9-14

Published by the

Mower County Shopper

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EVENTS

Are you a victim of crime?

Crime Victims Resource Center (CVRC) provides support services to individuals who have been victims of crime.

Some of the specific crimes we work with are: •A ccidents involving intoxicated driver •A ssault • Burglary • Child Abuse •D omestic Abuse/Assault

• Elder abuse •H arassment • Sexual Abuse/Assault • Stalking • Terroristic Threats • Theft

Services are free and confidential.

Crime Victimes Resource Center 101 14th Street NW, Austin • 507-437-6680

Mower County Free Fair 700 12th St SW, Austin Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 7:30 am-10:00 pm; Sunday 7:30 am-5:30 pm

www.mowercountyfair.com

Table of Contents Schedule of Events................................................................................... 4-11 2016 Fair Square Entertainment................................................................. 13 Grand Stand Line-Up & Entertainment.................................................. 14-15 Live Entertainment in the Fair Beer Garden................................................ 17 Senior Citizens............................................................................................ 18 Watkins Family Food Stand......................................................................... 19 Mower County Dairy Princess...................................................................... 20 What is Your Favorite Part of the Mower County Free Fair?.................... 22-23 4-H Fun.................................................................................................. 24-25 Sunday Worship Service by Cornerstone Church......................................... 26 Favorite Fair Ad Contest.............................................................................. 28 Local County Fairs and State Fair Dates for 2016/Carnival Information..... 30 Mower County Fairgrounds Map.................................................................. 31 Kids Coloring and Puzzle Page..................................................................... 32 FFA at the Mower County Fair in 2016........................................................ 33 Rodeo Article with ‘Spicy Pork Ribs’ recipe................................................... 34 Schedule of events is current as of July 7, 2016 and subject to change.

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9:00 am 4-H Horse Show, Performance & Games, Horseless Horse and Cloverbuds. Horse Arena 11:00 am-7:00 pm Creative arts and photography entries accepted

MONDAY, AUGUST 8 9:00 am-6:00 pm Horticulture exhibits accepted Noon-7:00 pm Entries and judging of exhibits in 4-H Hall 3:00-8:00 pm 4-H Rabbits and Posters in place 4-H Livestock Interviews, Crane Pavilion 4:00-7:00 pm 4-H Swine weigh-ins 5:00-7:00 pm 4-H Sheep & Goat weigh-ins 8:00 pm 4-H Beef and Dairy must be in place

TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 Opening Day - $2 ea Ride Tuesday Parking charges from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm 8:30 am 4-H Rabbit Show, Rabbit Barn 9:00-11:00 am 4-H Beef weigh-ins 9:00 am-2:30 pm Midwest Steer and Heifer Weigh-ins 4-H Swine Pictures with Jerry Sampson FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens

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Noon All Exhibits and Concessions in place

All Exhibit buildings open 4-H Livestock in place including horses 1:00-3:00 pm FFA Agri-Science Judging 2:00 pm Livestock Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reception, Crane Pavilion FFA Sheep Show, Sheep Barn 3:00 pm Terry Schmidt, Classic Hits Pianist, Fair Square 4:00 pm 4-H Horse Fun Show, Horse Arena 4:30 pm Parade on Grounds 5:00 Opening Ceremony, Fair Square National Anthem, sung by Six Appeal Vocal Band Pride of Mower Awards presentation, Fair Square 4-H Lamb Lead, Crane PavilionNorth Arena 5:00-10:00 pm Carnival Ride Preview-All rides $2.00 each 6:00 pm 4-H Sheep Show, Crane PavilionNorth Arena 7:00 pm Midwest Steer and Heifer Show, Crane Pavilion Six Appeal Vocal Band, Fair Square 7:00 pm MOTOKAZIE SUPERCROSS AT THE GRANDSTAND 8:00 pm Echo Messenger, Beer Garden Six Appeal Vocal Band, Fair Square

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9:00 pm Six Appeal Vocal Band, Fair Square 10:00 pm Fireworks

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 DAY CARE DAY Parking charges from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm 8:00 am Light Horse Show, Horse Arena 9:00 am 4-H Dairy Show, Crane Pavilion, North Arena 4-H Poultry Show, Poultry Barn 10:00 am Daycare Activities, Fair Square (pre-registration required) Creative Arts Building opens

Horticulture Building opens

FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens 11:00 am-3:00 pm 4-H Rabbit Skillathon, Rabbit Barn Noon All Buildings and Exhibits open Hula Hoopsters, Fair Square 1:00 pm 4-H Goat Show, Crane Pavilion APS Robotics, Fair Square

2:00 pm 4-H Cow-Calf followed by Cloverbuds and the 4-H Beef Show, Crane Pavilion Terry Schmidt, Classic Hits Pianist, Fair Square 3:00 pm Carnival Opens 3:00-10:00 pm Open Class Sheep Entries accepted 4:00 pm APS Robotics, Fair Square 4:30 pm Parade on grounds Lyle Pacelli High School Band, Fair Square after the parade 5:00-10:00 pm Wristband Rides, $22, Carnival 6:00-7:30 pm Rip Doozit, Fair Square 7:30 pm ELVIS & THE LAS VEGAS EXPERIENCE-GRANDSTAND

Rabbits must be in place 7:30-9:30 pm Teen Dance, Fair Square 8:00 pm FFA, Open Class beef and dairy may arrive 8:00 pm Smokescreen, Beer Garden 10:00 pm All Exhibit buildings close

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 SENIOR CITIZENS DAY Parking charges from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm 8:00 am Open Class Rabbit Show, Rabbit Barn 8:00-10:00 am 4-H Llama Entry 8:30 am All Swine Show, Barrows, Gilts and Showmanship, Crane Pavilion 10:00 am FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens

Creative Arts Building opens

Horticulture Building opens Noon All Buildings and Exhibits open All FFA, Open Dairy and Beef must be in Buildings Noon-3:00 pm Alley Katz Band, Fair Square Noon-6:00 pm Cowboy/Whip Cracking demonstrations, Roving on Grounds 1:00 pm Carnival Opens - Kids Day Wristbands 1-4 pm $15 1:00-3:00 pm 4-H Horse Fun Show, Horse Arena 2:00 pm Demonstration Day, 4-H Stage 3:00-3:30 pm AHS Robotics, Fair Square 4:00 pm FFA Beef Show, Crane PavilionNorth Arena 4:30 pm Parade on grounds 5:00 pm Performing Arts, 4-H Stage Sherwin Linton & the Cotton Kings, Fair Square 5:00-10:00 pm Wristband Rides, $22, Carnival 5:30 pm Open Class Beef Show, Crane Arena 6:30 pm Sherwin Linton & the Cotton Kings, Fair Square 7:00 pm NTPA TRACTOR PULLGRANDSTAND 8:00-9:00 pm Sherwin Linton & the Cotton Kings, Fair Square 8:00-10:00 pm 4-H Horses Released 9:00 pm Lost Highway, Beer Garden 10:00 pm All Exhibit Buildings close

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Parking charges from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm 9:00 am Open Class & FFA Dairy Show, Crane Pavilion, North Arena

All horses must be out of barns 10:00 am FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens

Creative Arts Building opens

Horticulture Building opens 4-H Cat & Pet Show, 4-H Garden

4-H Dog Posters, 4-H Garden 10:00 am-2:00 pm Midwest Hog show entries accepted Noon All Buildings and Exhibits open FFA Swine weigh-in 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show, Fair Square Noon-2:00 pm Midwest Market Hog Show weigh-in Noon-6:00 pm Cowboy/Whip Cracking demonstration, Roving on Grounds 1:00 pm Carnival Opens - Wristband 1-5 pm - $22 Water Balloon Contest, Fair Square 2:00 pm 4-H Fashion Review, Fair Square 3:00 pm FFA Swine Show, Crane Pavilion

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5:00 pm 4-H Deadline to sign up for all State Fair Project Areas (Except Llama’s and Dogs) 6:00 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show, Fair Square 7:00 pm Rush Hour, Fair Square 7:30 pm ‘Mower County Homegrown’ GEAR DADDIES WITH SIX MILE GROVE-GRANDSTAND 8:30 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show, Fair Square 9:00 pm Them Pesky Kids, Beer Garden 10:00 pm All Exhibit Buildings close

SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Family Day at the Fair

Parking charges from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm 8:00 am 4-H Livestock Ribbon Auction, Buyers Breakfast, 4-H Building 9:00 am Mule & Donkey Show, Horse Arena 4-H Ribbon Auction, Crane Pavilion

Open Sheep Show, Sheep Barn 10:00 am FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens

Creative Arts Building opens

Horticulture Building opens 10:00 am-3:00 pm Meat Goat entries accepted Noon All Buildings and Exhibits open Carnival Opens - Wristbands 12-4 pm - $22 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show, Fair Square AHS Robotics, near the Children’s Farm Yard

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Noon Bean Bag Tournament, Beer Garden Hula Hooping Fun, Roving on Grounds Noon-6:00 pm Cowboy/Whip Cracking demonstration, Roving on Grounds 1:00 pm Livestock Judging Contests, Crane Pavilion Parade on grounds

Meat Goat weigh-in 1:00-3:00 pm Amateur Talent Contest, Fair Square 3:00 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show, Fair Square 4:00 pm LP & the 45’s, Fair Square 5:00 pm Meat Goat Show, Crane Pavilion Draft Horses must be on grounds 6:00 pm Draft Horse Show-Hitch Classes, Horse Arena 4-H Supreme Champion Showmanship Contest, Crane Pavilion 6:30-8:30 pm Ms. Jaz-ee Balloon Artist, Roving on Grounds 7:00 pm GREAT FRONTIER BULL RIDING IN - GRANDSTAND 7:30 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show, Fair Square 8:00 pm 4-H Dance 8:30 pm Teen Dance, Fair Square 9:00 pm Slamabama, Beer Garden 10:00 pm All Exhibit Buildings Close

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 Military Appreciation Day

Parking charges from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Free parking with active or retired military ID 9:00 am 4-H Dog Show Agility, Obedience and Showmanship, Crane Pavilion 10:00-11:30 am Cornerstone Church worship service, Fair Square 11:00 am-3:00 pm Ms. Jaz-ee Balloon Artist, Roving on Grounds

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Noon All Buildings and Exhibits open Carnival Opens APS Robotics, Fair Square Noon-4:00 pm Hula Hooping Fun, Roving on Grounds 1:00 pm Parade on grounds Forté Milers, Fair Square 1:30 pm 4-H Round-up, 4-H building 2:00 pm MASTERS OF DISASTER DEMO DERBY-GRANDSTAND

Kids Pedal Pull, street by 4-H Livestock Released

APS Robotics, Fair Square 3:00 pm Forté Milers, Fair Square 4:30 pm Edition II, Fair Square 6:00 pm 4-H Swine load out

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SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FOR SERVICES AND USE OF EQUIPMENT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR: • Mower County Highway Department • Austin Park and Rec • City of Austin Street Department • Mower County • City of Austin • Minnesota Department of Corrections Sentencing to Service

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2016 Fair Square Entertainment Line Up TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 3:00 pm Terry Schmidt, Classic Hits pianist 5:00 pm Opening Ceremony Pride of Mower Awards presentation 7:00 pm Six Appeal Vocal Band 8:00 pm Six Appeal Vocal Band 9:00 pm Six Appeal Vocal Band WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 10:00 am Daycare Activities Noon Hula Hoopsters 1:00 pm APS Robotics 2:00 pm Terry Schmidt, Classic Hits pianist 4:30 pm Lyle/Pacelli Band 6:00 pm Rip Doozit 7:30-9:30 pm Teen Dance THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 Noon Alley Katz Band 3:00 pm AHS Robotics 5:00 pm Sherwin Linton & the Cotton Kings 6:30 pm Sherwin Linton & the Cotton Kings 8:00 pm Sherwin Linton & the Cotton Kings

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 Noon 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show 1:00 pm Water Balloon Contest 2:00 pm 4-H Fashion Review 3:30 pm Rush Hour 6:00 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show 7:00 pm Rush Hour 8:30 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Noon 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show 1:00-3:00 pm Amateur Talent Contest 3:00 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show 4:00 pm LP & the 45’s 7:30 pm 3rd Lair BMX/Skate Show 8:30 pm Teen Dance SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 10:00 am Cornerstone Church worship service Noon APS Robotics 1:00 pm Forté Milers 2:00 pm APS Robotics 3:00 pm Forté Milers 4:30 pm Edition II

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2016 Grandstand Line-up & Entertainment Tuesday, August 9 7:00 pm ~ Motokazie Supercross Wednesday, August 10 7:30 pm ~ Elvis - The Las Vegas Experience Thursday, August 11 7:00 pm ~ NTPA Tractor Pull Friday, August 12 7:30 pm ~ “Mower County Homegrown” Gear Daddies with Six Mile Grove Saturday, August 13 7:00 pm ~ Great Frontier Bull Riding Sunday, August 14 2:00 pm ~ Demolition Derby

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Gear Daddies

ear addies is an Americana/Rock band originally from Austin, MN. Members Martin Zellar (electric and acoustic guitar, harmonica and vocals), Nick Ciola (bass), Randy Broughten (electric and pedal steel guitar) and James “Billy” Dankert (drums and vocals), played their first shows together in 1984. Between 1986 and 1992, the band released three popular albums and became an important part of the Twin Cities music scene. Many of the fan’s favorite songs (“Stupid Boy”, “Color of Her Eyes”, “She’s Happy”, “Drank So Much” and many others) are credited to the exceptionally passionate writing skills possessed by Zellar, however Dankert has also contributed some of the compositions, including “Time Heals”, and “Blues Mary”.

Their most notable mainstream success was when they played “Stupid Boy” on Late Night with David Letterman in 1991. Zellar had this to say of the experience: “I was so nervous, and it all happened so quickly. I couldn’t tell you what the hell happened. I got done, and I was walking back and said to Randy (Broughten), ‘Did I sing all the words?

Did I do that?’ When I watched it that night in the hotel room I had no recollection of having lived it.”

Arguably, Zellar’s “I Wanna Drive the Zamboni” is the band’s best-known song, having been featured in the movies D2: The Mighty Ducks and Mystery, Alaska, as well as on the television program Malcolm in the Middle. It’s also a staple at hockey games throughout North America and Europe.

Gear Daddies have been mentioned as an influence on a number of bands that emerged in the Upper Midwest in the late 1980s through the 1990s, including: The Billy’s, Violet, Shoot Lucy, Dazy Head Mazy, Groundhouse and Six Mile Grove.

Currently, in addition to their respective individual pursuits, the guys of Gear Daddies reunite several times a year to perform throughout the Midwest. You can follow the band on Twitter at @geardaddiesband, on Facebook or their website: www.geardaddies.com.

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Motokazie was the vision of a 19 year old Pro racer from Minnesota - who was trying to create local racing venues for the Twin Cities. With no financial backing, borrowed equipment, an incredible amount of work, and an even more incredible amount of convincing, Motokazie put on its first races in 1997.

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Our events offer racing classes for the little kids (starting at age 4) to the big kids (up to age 55). We have 16 classes in Supercross, starting at 50cc Oil (beginner) to Pro Big bikes. We also have 5 different classes for Quad racers in our Supercross series.

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Mixed drinks available Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday.

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Thursday, August 11 is Senior Citizens Day at the Mower County Fair!

There are many fun and enjoyable attractions for Seniors at the fair.

Come early and enjoy the day. The Hormel Institute is providing free golf cart shuttle service from the parking areas to the Midway for all fair goers.

The FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens at 10 a.m. with all the animals provided by the FFA members.

The Creative Arts Building and Horticulture Building also open at 10 a.m. with many interesting entries submitted for judging. At noon all other Buildings and Exhibits will be open.

Be sure to stop by the Mower County Senior Center Cooling Station and enjoy a cool drink of water and a place to visit with friends and neighbors while you give your feet a rest. They are located next door to the St. Olaf Dining Room right across from the Crane Pavilion.

Don’t miss the free entertainment at Fair Square. At Noon the Alley Katz Band will be playing.

While you are in the area you will have many opportunities to enjoy all the great fair food – mini donuts, cheese curds, ice cream treats, corn dogs, gyros, pulled pork, pizza, funnel cakes and so much more.

The Austin High School Robotics will be on display at Fair Square at 3 pm and the daily parade on the grounds begins at 4:30 pm.

The fun continues through the afternoon and evening with non-stop entertainment. For all the details turn to Page 7 for the day’s full schedule.

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Watkins Stand is family a’fair’

By Sharry Watkins Dave and I purchased the concession stand in 1985, so this is our 31st year! Our kids Troy, Tami, Tina and Teri were 15, 13, 11 and 9 at the time. They are all now married and we have 6 grandchildren.

We bought the stand from someone who was ready to get out of the business. We started selling the items they sold which included cheese curds, onion rings, corn dogs, hot dogs, foot longs, chili dogs and chicken sandwiches. Over time we realized we sold the most of 3 of the items and that is what we sell now. We started by using the recipe from the previous owners, but have tweaked it a bit over the years. It’s secret!

Starting a business like this is difficult, since fairgoers tend to purchase what they’ve tried before and liked. So we handed out many samples and still do!

Once they’ve tasted, they buy! And then they will come back the next year. Success depends on repeat customers, especially at a venue like the county fair. We truly appreciate their loyalty.

As the years have gone by, we have gradually reduced the number of events we participate in. We have worked as many as 9 events in a summer, but now have reduced it to 3 or 4. Now that the kids have grown up, the grandkids are stepping in and helping a lot. Tara, Emma, Tori and Anders are 16, 15, 14 and 13. Nearly the same ages as their parents when we started! We also have Kyle (6) and Adam (4) waiting in the wings! Our brother-in-law Bryce and his daughter, Lydia, also help us a lot. This has very much been a family and friends venture and we have all learned a lot about life, working together and making others happy!

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2016 Mower County Dairy Princess Stephanie Sukalski of LeRoy was crowned 2016 Mower County Dairy Princess at the 63rd Annual Dairy Princess Banquet, Saturday, April 2, at the Sacred Heart Auditorium in Adams.

Named Mower County Dairy Ambassadors: Abby Rossow, daughter of Mike and Vicki Rossow, of Dexter, sponsored by Mayer Milk Hauling; Rachel Kloeckner, daughter of John and Barb Kloeckner, of Adams, sponsored by Four Way Farms, Inc. and Foremost Farms; and Cassidy Reinartz, daughter of Steve and Darcey Reinartz, of Adams, sponsored by Northern Country Coop. The candidates were presented with “Austin Chamber Bucks� Ardis Jensen representing the Austin Chamber of Commerce.

Three girls were named 2016 Mower County Milkmaids. The milkmaids are; Emma Haugen daughter of Corey and Jen Haugen, Austin; Amelia Smith daughter of Ed Smith and Heather Schmitz, of Rose Creek; and Lydia Reinartz daughter of Steve and Darcey Reinartz, of Adams.

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“Watching my kids having fun.”

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“I enjoy seeing people I haven’t seen for awhile - and Watkins cheese curds!!”

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“visiting the livestock barns and watching the kids showcase their animals. It is fun to see young people engaged in raising livestock, and they are so proud to show off their skills!”

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Rachel’s Hope, director “The animals and exhibits.”

“The 4-H food stand and the exhibits”

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“Having fun with my family and seeing old friends”

“The rides and the game booths”

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“My entire family loves the new, improved Midway. It’s very kid friendly and my grandchildren really enjoy all the rides. It’s the highlight of their day at the fair.”

“Being able to see, meet and connect with the locals in a fun atmosphere. I am really looking forward to the experience this year at the Mower County Fair.”

Janine Bartlett

LPN, Smart Clinic at Sterling “Definitely the food! I like the cheese curds and mini doughnuts.”

Brad Boice

Public Works Supervisor/Entertainer “The people that you meet at the booths, shows, the board members and all the fair-goers are my favorite part. Everyone has so much fun and is in a great mood at the fair.”

Joel & Carrie Nelson Mower County 2016 Farm Family of the Year

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Submitted by Kristin Krell Mower County 4-H Program Coordinator August 8-14th, more than 300 youth from Mower County will showcase the learning and achievements they have accomplished in 4-H at the Mower County Fair.

4-H at Minnesota county fairs are not just fun annual events. Every summer, tens of thousands of 4-H youth participate in county fairs to showcase the knowledge and skills they’ve gained throughout the year, and to continue their learning experiences.

4-H youth spend months working on projects designed to equip them with essential life skills such as problem solving, decision making, project management, communications and public speaking. 4-H’ers then share their accomplishments and educate the public about their subject at their local county fair. They also lead visitors on tours of the 4-H buildings and barns, and conduct workshops and hands-on demonstrations for the public. 4-H’ers who demonstrate the highest achievements are then selected to participate in 4-H at the Minnesota State Fair!

County fairs not only make great memories, they help 4-H youth grow into successful adults.

Yet, with over 400 youth in Mower County enrolled in 4-H and over 300 of them exhibiting at the county fair 4-H can be foreign to many youth and adults. Coming to your local county fair is a great opportunity to learn about 4-H. We love having visitors in the 4-H Building and answering questions. Below you can find commonly asked questions, we hope this helps non 4-Her’s get a better understanding of what is going on in the 4-H Building.

What are 4-H projects?

4-H projects are challenging, but practical, planned courses of study with learning experiences centered on a specific subject.

Hands-on, learn-by-doing involvement is the most important aspect of a project. Most projects have man-

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uals or project books that assist the 4-H member in the completion of the project. These manuals are age appropriate and can be tailored to meet younger or older expectations.

The project manual can be used by the family in learning fundamental skills and/or obtaining critical knowledge pertaining to the project.

Projects vary in length to completion. Some 4-H projects produce a tangible product upon completion. Most projects can be entered in the county fair as exhibits. County fair exhibits must be completed within that program year since the previous fair.

What does a 4-H project cost?

It varies. Members are responsible for the cost of supplies for projects. Some projects might use supplies from around the house while others might invest hundreds of dollars in their project. The cost of the project should be realistic to the family situation.

What is an exhibit?

An exhibit is an object or display designed to show something that the members have accomplished. Ideally it motivates members to learn and to have fun in a 4-H project. An exhibit is not an end in itself nor does it measure all the learning that takes place in a project. Self-recognition and self-satisfaction for having completed a project

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are important rewards. A ribbon is only one measure of success.

What is involved in exhibiting a fair project?

• Livestock Projects - When showing livestock, youth house their animal at the fair during fair week and are responsible for keeping their animal and area in the barn clean. Members work with other members of the club to keep their club’s area clean and presentable to the public. Each livestock area also has their own show that is held during the county fair, so youth will get to show their animal off to the judge and receive a ribbon. And don’t forget showmanship! That is the most important part of exhibiting an animal – the showmanship class is judged on how much youth know about their animal and how well they show it. This is a fantastic opportunity for growth and learning and should not be overlooked. Youth also complete a “Livestock Interview” which gives youth the chance to visit with a knowledgeable adult and share their knowledge of their livestock project • Non-Livestock Projects – A non-livestock exhibit/s youth bring them to the 4-H Building and talk to a judge about their project. The judges, who are caring and knowledgeable adults, will ask youth questions and give them advice on how they can learn more and grow more in their project. Youth will receive a ribbon for their projects.

The projects stay at the fair during the whole week in the 4-H Building.

What do the 4-H ribbon colors mean?

The Minnesota 4-H program awards ribbons based on the Danish System.

This means that in each 4-H competition, 4-H members are graded based on set standards. All exhibits, presen-

tations, etc. receive a ribbon based on where they fall on the standard scale. More than one color of a ribbon may be awarded in a category or area. In other words, several 4-H members may receive blue ribbons within the same category. The ribbon colors awarded are purple, blue, red

and white. The blue, red and white ribbons do not designate first, second and third. They represent the level of achievement.

Blue ribbons are awarded to 4-H’ers who exhibit outstanding work in the area or presentation by mastering a skill, increasing their knowledge and/or showing pride in workmanship and quality based on their age level.

Red ribbons are awarded to 4-H’ers whose project or exhibition is not as polished as those of the blue level. The 4-H’er may have learned a skill but not yet mastered it completely. Information may not be complete or accurate.

White ribbons are awarded to 4-H’ers whose project(s) may be incomplete or lacking in mastery of the skill.

Purple ribbons are awarded to denote the champion or reserve champion in a presentation or exhibit. The purple or champion ribbon is awarded to the one 4-H’er whose skills, knowledge or mastery has surpassed all others in the category/division.

Some events are awarded a participation ribbons to all participants. This is usually done for Cloverbuds (youth in grades K-2nd) level where competition is not developmentally appropriate and is highly discouraged.

To learn more about 4-H in Mower County, contact 4-H Program Coordinator Kristin Krell by calling 507-4379552, emailing kspinler@umn.edu or visiting the website, www.4-H.umn.edu.

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Freeborn County Fair (Albert Lea) August 2-7 Mower County Fair (Austin) August 9-14

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Goodhue County Fair (Zumbrota) August 9-14 Steele County Free Fair (Owatonna) August 16-21 Houston County Fair (Caledonia) August 17-21

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FFA

Article contributed by Kevin Brown, Southland FFA Advisor

at the Mower County Fair in 2016

Like always the FFA has a big presence at the Mower County Fair. Over 6 local chapters get involved in the week long activities. Chapters in the area who participate are: Southland, LeRoy- Ostrander, Hayfield, Grand Meadow, Stewartville , Austin, Spring Valley and Blooming Prairie.

Tuesday the week’s events kick off with the general entry day were non livestock entries such as Ag. Mechanics and crops exhibits are entered and judged by noon. The day also brings the FFA Sheep Show in the early afternoon and the always popular Children’s Barnyard which is open every day of the fair.

Each chapter is assigned a day to work in the barnyard and students from the local chapters bring in animals for this event.

Tuesday Livestock entries come to the fair at various times starting on Tuesday up through Thursday for FFA Dairy and Beef. All entries must be registered by July 15th in the Fair office to compete.

Wednesday there are no FFA Shows but kids are still tending their FFA Exhibits Thursday night the FFA Beef Show will take place in the North arena of the Crane Pavilion starting at 4:00 PM. Friday is the busiest day with the FFA/ Open Class Dairy Show in the morning. These two shows have been blended together for the last few years. The FFA swine Show is at 3:00PM prior to the Midwest Barrow Show .

Saturday is a big barnyard day for the FFA. As you can see the week of the fair is jam packed with events for FFA members and others to participate in and enjoy.

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Rodeo -

a fun event before and after competition Rodeo participants put their lives on the line each time they enter a competition. Drawing thousands upon thousands of spectators eager to watch the awe-inspiring skills of roping and riding various livestock, a rodeo is a series of events that tests competitors in a variety of ways.

It is believed that rodeo arose as a sport out of the necessities of working with cattle herding in areas all around the world, including Spain, Mexico, Canada, Australia, and the United States. Although rodeo is widely known as a cowboy’s sport throughout the western United States, its popularity extends far beyond American borders.

In North America, professional rodeos are established and sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys and Women’s Professional Rodeo Association, while the Australian Bushmen’s Campdraft and Rodeo Association is the largest rodeo organization in Australia.

When thinking of rodeo, it’s easy to envision cowboys atop bucking broncos, and this is a classic rodeo event. However, rodeo also encompasses bull riding, which is one of the sport’s most popular and dangerous events. Bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, ladies barrel racing, and rope and tie are also popular rodeo events.

Warmer weather usually marks the beginning of rodeo season across the United States. Rodeos typically draw large crowds, and they may be held in conjunction with county fairs and other warm-weather events, making for a well-rounded celebration.

When the competition has ended, the attention then typically turns to fun and food, most notably barbecue. For many, barbecue means savory ribs cooked and seasoned with savory sauces. This recipe

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for “Spicy Pork Ribs” from Jacqueline Bellefontaine’s “What’s Cooking: Barbecue” (Thunder Bay Press) is a delicious way to prepare and serve barbecued ribs.

Spicy Pork Ribs

(Serves 4-6) 2 pounds pork spareribs 2/3 cup sieved tomatoes 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons dark muscovado sugar 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon chili sauce Red chilis, to garnish Mixed salad greens, to serve

1. If you buy the spareribs in a single piece, carefully cut them into individual ribs using a very sharp knife.

2. Bring a large pan of water to a boil and add the pork ribs. Cook the ribs for 10 minutes, then drain them thoroughly.

Place the ribs in a large, shallow, nonmetallic dish.

3. To make the spicy sauce, combine the sieved tomatoes, red wine vinegar, sugar, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and chili sauce in a bowl until thoroughly blended.

4. Pour the sauce over the spareribs and toss to coat on all sides. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

5. Remove the spareribs from the sauce, repurposing the sauce for basting. Broil the spareribs over hot coals for 5 to 10 minutes, then move them to a cooler part of the barbecue. Cook for a further 15 to 20 minutes, turning and basting with the remaining sauce.

6. Transfer the spareribs to warm serving plates and garnish with the red chilis (if using). Serve with the mixed salad greens.

Chef’s tip: For authentic Southern-style ribs, make sure you buy pork spareribs and not rib chops. Pork spareribs are often sold cut into individual ribs, but it is quite easy to cut between the ribs with a sharp knife if you cannot find them already separated.

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