Fergus Fall Fair 2023 Program

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Dog/pet policy: Pets are prohibited and are NOT allowed entry to the Fergus Fairgrounds except canine, pet, and show competitors. *Licensed guide dogs and service animals are welcome on the Fergus Fairgrounds but must be under the control of the owner at all times.

INDEX – COMMITTEE MEMBERS –

CONTACT

info@wellington4-h.ca

info@fergusfallfair.ca

Rebecca Hannam

Krista Bates

Denise Kankainen

Terrie Theaker

Leah Veldhuizen

Andrew Taylor

Susan Harrop

Jason Schill

Henry Vervoort

Jane Shaw

Neil & Wendy Whittaker

Erin Knight

Sarah Wallace-Taylor

Sarah Wallace-Taylor

Jane Shaw

Ted Kent

Henry Vervoort

Krista Bates

Dillon Bernier

Steve Weir

Patti Klein

Jennifer Craig

Bonnie DenHoed

John Northcote

Mike McCulligh

Laura Ecclestone

Robert Ecclestone

Paul Rappolt

June Switzer

Jennifer Craig

Krista Bates

Judy Eckhardt

Jonathan Parkinson

Susan Harrop

Jim McFarlane

John Worton

Joan McBurney

volunteer@fergusfallfair.ca

webmaster@fergusfallfair.ca

Susan Harrop

Mary Fraser

PHONE #

519-400-3609

519-766-8252

519-780-7750

519-787-1669

519-820-2133

519-362-7409

519-835-9738

519-841-4845

519-994-3408

janeshawaic@gmail.com

519-856-9621

519-820-0718

519-362-4576

519-362-4576

janeshawaic@gmail.com

519-843-3371

519-994-3408

519-766-8252

226-821-1899

519-824-4753

519-843-7055

519-803-2562

519-846-8466

226-979-4922

519-843-4539

519-843-5110

519-843-9976

519-843-3532

519-855-4201

519-803-2562

519-766-8252

519-846-2214

226-755-3656

519-835-9738

519-822-4997

519-821-2412

519-843-4968

519-835-9738

519-843-4498

COMPLETE YOUR ENTRIES ON LINE www.assistexpo.ca/fergus-agricultural-society. Note: tags will still need to be used with each entry for display purposes. Entry forms and tags are available prior to the fair at: Ennotville Garage, Geddes’ Garage – Alma, Joanie’s, Elora Information Centre and Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex office. Any questions can be directed to info@fergusfallfair.ca or Wendy Whittaker (519-856-9621).

SPECIAL Events

STUNT TEAM

O CANADA

AND 3:30 - 4 P.M.

DIAMONDS IN THE RUFF

2 SHOWS ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Committee:

Joan McBurney 519-843-4968

Come & experience dog obedience / agility / tricks / kids games. Lots of petting and questions after the show.

WILL BE SUNG ON THE TRACK FRIDAY NIGHT

by Dominic Vlajnic from Adrian Jones School of Music AND SATURDAY NIGHT

by Maddy Mount from Adrian Jones School of Music

CLASSIC CAR SHOW

SUNDAY ONLY 10 – 3 P.M.

Committee: Neil & Wendy Whittaker 519-856-9621, Steve and Florence Jordan Car show will take place in the centre field of the fairgrounds. Free admission to driver and 1 passenger.

CHILI COOK–OFF “Great Bowls Of Fire”

Committee: Sandra Howatt showatt48@gmail.com, Jane Shaw janeshawaic@gmail.com and Sarah Shaw

One entry per person. Entries must be tagged by 5:00 p.m.

Entries become property of the Fergus Agricultural Society. Chili must be pre-cooked, hot and ready to serve. First, second and third prize will be selected by local judges. Entries will be accepted near the tractor pull registration area at the track.

ALL FAIR VISITORS ARE INVITED TO JOIN US AT THE TRACTOR PULL FOR A BOWL OF CHILI, BUN AND POP FOR JUST $5.00

SHEEPDOG HERDING DEMOS

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY SHOWS

Featuring Viki Kidd / Sponsored by Edge Realty Solutions Come, listen, watch as Viki highlights the history of Border Collie Trials around the world. After a herding demo, questions are welcomed.

AGRICULTURE TENT

Corn Box & Colouring Station, Farmer for a Day, Activity stations for ages 10 and under

FERGUS FALL FAIR FARM MARKET

Products made by over 40 local vendors

BEER GARDENS

FRIDAY & SATURDAY EVENING beside the Truck/Tractor Pull track

OTHER EVENTS

SATURDAY (in tent unless specified)

Come

Touch-a-Tractor

Everyday Farm Equipment on display

11:00 – 11:45 a.m. Craft Demo with Irene Bultena

12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Food Demo with Chef Chris Jess

1:15 – 1:45 p.m. Natalie Ayranto from Adrian Jones School of Music

1:45 – 2:00 p.m. Cheerleaders (grass area outside tent)

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Magic + Juggling + Comedy with Noah Noguriea (tent and walking around)

3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Amanda Braam from Adrian Jones School of Music

SUNDAY (in tent) Noon Baby Show

1:30 – 2:00 p.m. Lucas Rogerson & Family

DOG/PET POLICY:

Pets are prohibited and are NOT allowed entry to the Fergus Fairgrounds except canine, pet, and show competitors.

*Licensed guide dogs and service animals are welcome on the Fergus Fairgrounds but must be under the control of the owner at all times.

President’s Message

2023 marks our 186th Fall Fair! Please join us and help make this year a wonderful experience for young and old. Our dedicated and passionate team of Volunteers, Board Members and Committees have prepared a Fair Weekend to remember.

This year’s Fair theme is “Country Fun For Everyone” and that is what we hope you will experience through our Agricultural Heritage Events, Animal Displays, Harvest Crops, Preserves and other Baking and Craft Displays.

Our Truck and Tractor pulls are a highlight along with other entertainment such as Dog Shows, Sheep Herding, Horses, Cattle, Dancers, Music under the Tent and many more exciting attractions. Of course the Midway will be there along with lots of Food Vendors and Products to peak your interests.

Our Fair Ambassador Program will be held again this year on Sunday, September 10th at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex Hall in Fergus. Please join us for a dinner and meet the 2023 contestants.

Watch on Social Media for more information about this year’s Fair including “Breakfast On The Farm” and a “Music Concert”!!!!

OFFICERS

Past President Tayler Black 519-803-6244

President Jennifer Craig 519-803-2562

1st Vice President Paul Rappolt 519-843-3532

2nd Vice President ........................ Denise Kankainen 519-780-7750

Secretary ........................................... Wendy Whittaker 519-856-9621 5932 Third Line Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0

Treasurer ...................................................... Paul Knierim 519-856-2275

2023 AGM Date Friday, January 26, 2024

Place to be determined

DIRECTORS

3 Year Term: Jane Shaw, Stephanie Matthews, Joanne Buell, John Worton, Krista Bates

2 Year Term: Mary Fraser, Cathy Wierstra, Dillion Bernier, Jade Ritter

1 Year Term: Rebecca Hannam, Jessica Swanston, Henry Vervoort, Joan McBurney

JUNIOR DIRECTORS

Allison Kropf, Rachel Driedger

LIFE MEMBERS

John Broadfoot, Peter DenHoed, Bonnie Denhoed

FINANCIAL REVIEW - RLB LLP

Jennifer Craig Fergus Agricultural Society President

Special Mentions

Centre Wellington Parks & Recreation

The Grand 101.1 FM Grand River Agricultural Society Royal Canadian Legion, Fergus and thank you ... to all of the individuals who work hard to run the Fair!

Grants

Thank you to the following groups for their annual support of the Fergus Agricultural Society:

County of Wellington

Guelph/Eramosa Township

Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Grand River Agricultural Society

Thank You!

junior director

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a Junior Director, contact the Fair President.

Open to anyone between the ages of 16 and 23. These one-year positions offer leadership development & the opportunity to share talents & ideas.

Volunteer positions available

Volunteers are the energy and the heart of the Fair!

We are grateful for people of all ages, including volunteer hours for school, work or leisure.

If you have a specific area of interest, you may contact the head of any committee member from the list on page 3.

To find out more, please contact us at: volunteer@fergusfallfair.ca.

in memorial

The Fergus Agricultural Society has devoted this space to remember all those no longer with us. To those who have dedicated time supporting and promoting our fair, we are thankful for their immense contributions.

Gary Jefferson - President 1982-1984, Director, Chairperson

Harold Hall - President 1974 & 1975, Director, Chairperson

Doris Bawman - Secretary - Treasurer

Eleanor Calder - Director, Chairperson

I would like to take this time to invite and welcome everyone to the 186th annual Fergus Fall Fair! It has been such a privilege to be able to represent such a wonderful community, Agricultural Society and Fall Fair as the 2022-2023 Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador.

Ambassador’s Message

Emily Lennox

2022 – 2023 Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador

I would like to take this time to invite and welcome everyone to the 186th annual privilege to be able to represent such a wonderful community, Agricultural Society Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador.

I am a little over halfway through my journey as Fair Ambassador, and I have loved every minute of it. Up to this point in my journey I have participated and had the opportunity to go to many local and ambassador events including the Centre Wellington Santa Claus parades, the Erin Fall Fair, the District 7 Annual Meeting, and the OAAS Convention. Through these opportunities I have had the chance to meet and become friends with other fellow ambassadors, network with fair board members and local volunteers, interact with the public and help to bring awareness to what agriculture is all about. It has been a great way for me to grow as a person in my public speaking abilities and confidence.

I am a little over halfway through my journey as Fair Ambassador, and I have loved point in my journey I have participated and had the opportunity to go to many local including the Centre Wellington Santa Claus parades, the Erin Fall Fair, the District OAAS Convention. Through these opportunities I have had the chance to meet ambassadors, network with fair board members and local volunteers, interact with awareness to what agriculture is all about. It has been a great way for me to grow abilities and confidence.

I want to take some time to thank and give well deserved recognition for the many volunteers, sponsors, Agricultural Society members, and community members that contribute to making the Fergus Fall Fair and the Ambassador Program such a success. Without them, the fair wouldn’t be as amazing as it is, and I wouldn’t have had the awesome year that I had as Ambassador.

I want to take some time to thank and give well deserved recognition for the many Society members, and community members that contribute to making the Fergus Program such a success. Without them, the fair wouldn’t be as amazing as it is, awesome year that I had as Ambassador.

The Fergus Fall Fair takes pride in community involvement, providing countless members to participate, learn, and have fun at our Fair. From the baking, crafts, events during the Fair, there is something for everyone of any age to enjoy!

The Fergus Fall Fair takes pride in community involvement, providing countless opportunities to community members to participate, learn, and have fun at our Fair. From the baking, crafts, livestock, midway, shows and other events during the Fair, there is something for everyone of any age to enjoy!

The Fergus Fall Fair is rooted in tradition, however, it is ever evolving. Whether you come every year, or this year is your first year visiting the Fair, there is bound to be something to peak your interest. We are so excited to welcome everyone back to the Fairgrounds this year and I hope to see everyone out!

The Fergus Fall Fair is rooted in tradition, however, it is ever evolving. Whether your first year visiting the Fair, there is bound to be something to peak your interest. everyone back to the Fairgrounds this year and I hope to see everyone out!

Sincerely,

Sincerely,

Emily Lennox

Emily Lennox

Emily Lennox

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Emily Lennox

2022-2023 Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador

Committee: Chair: Krista Bates 519-766-8252, Mary Fraser, Jade Ritter, Dillon Bernier, Emily Lennox

The Fergus Agricultural Society strives to promote excellence and instill leadership, confidence and independence in our outgoing young men and women by hosting this program. The program provides contestants with leadership opportunities, communication and interview skills.

Open to a single person between the ages of 17 and 25 as of August 1, 2023.

The new Fair Ambassador will learn about and promote agriculture as he/she represents the Fergus Agricultural Society at various events in the Centre Wellington community for one year and at

the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) Ambassadors of the Fairs Competition in August 2024.

Each contestant will be required to give a two to three minute prepared speech, answer an impromptu question, prepare a poster display board about themselves and have a short interview with a panel of judges. Participants must be single and non-parental.

Ambassador will win a scholarship and each contestant will receive a memorable keepsake.

*Contestants must register by August 28, 2023.

Note: There will be an Information Meeting in July at the C.W. Community Sportsplex Pavilion. Please reach out to Krista Bates for more information.

Ambassador Sponsors 2023

BRENDA ECCELSTONE, SHEAR PLEASURE

CW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CODY & KRISTA BATES

ELORA APOTHECARY, PHARMASAVE

FERGUS AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY

GRAYSTONE ACRES

I LOVE CHOCOLATE

KATRINA JOY PHOTOGRAPHY

MCARTHUR - BESSEY AUCTIONS

MARY FRASER

RBC

RON WILKINS JEWELLERS LTD.

SENSATIONAL YOU

THIRTY-ONE

TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON

SILENT AUCTION

Bidding will begin at the Ambassador Competition Sunday, September 10, 2023; continues during the fair weekend and closes at 4pm Sunday, September 17, 2023.

In support of the Ambassador Scholarship.

Sponsors: Almost Anything Wood

Drimmie Florist

Fergus Fair Ambassador Committee

Fraberts Fresh Food

Guelph Lakes Golf Course

Jessica West Photography

Judy Eckert

Rustic Ribbon Co.

Sunday, September 10, 2023 Ambassador of the Fair Leadership Program Thank

Susan Harrop

Wendy Whittaker

(Independent Norwex Consultant)

Rules and Regulations

1. All exhibits and livestock must be the property of the person in whose name each is entered.

2. The attention of exhibitors is particularly directed to the special regulations of each class.

3. No premium shall be awarded for which there is not more than one competitor unless by special recommendation of the judges.

4. No person shall receive more than one premium in any section. This applies only to exhibits in the buildings and tents.

5. No person shall be allowed to go near the judges during the inspection of stock, etc., except the directors whose duty it shall be to preserve order and point out the various lots. Any person interfering with the judges shall forfeit the premiums to which they might otherwise be entitled. ABSOLUTELY NO UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT TOLERATED.

6. The decision of the judge(s) shall be final and no appeal shall be considered except in the case of protest. Any protests shall be made in writing and shall be delivered within 24 hours of the award to the Secretary. In the absence of competition in any section or the entry be inferior quality, judges may award only such prizes as they deem the entry worthy of.

7. Any exhibitor or interested persons who make such protest shall be required to deposit the sum of two dollars and if said protest is not sustained, the said amount shall be retained by the Society. The president, first vice president and first named director in the section shall constitute a committee to determine such protests. The directors reserve the right in all cases to interpret their own rules.

8. Each exhibitor must have their own number. There will be no entry fee for Youth Section but 10% of prize money will be deducted on all other sections. Exhibitors earning less than $15.00 will not be subject to 10% deduction.

9. The sum of $6.00 will be retained by the Treasurer, as a membership fee for the ensuing year, from all parties who obtain prizes. Prize money will be paid by cheque and mailed as early as possible. CHEQUES NOT CASHED BY DECEMBER 15 OF THE CURRENT YEAR WILL BE VOID.

10. Members will be provided one complimentary voucher, good for $6 off cost of admission.

11. All entry tags must be securely attached to the article which they represent, except in the case of animals/fowl in which case tickets must be attached to the pen or coop.

12. While directors will take every possible precaution under the circumstances to secure the safety of the articles sent to the fair, the owners thereof must take the risk of exhibition and should any article be accidentally injured, lost or stolen, the directors will give all assistance in their power towards recovery but will not make any payment for the value thereof. Exhibitor to be responsible for delivering and removing entries from fair. NO mailed exhibits accepted.

13. An enclosure will be provided where possible to protect all exhibits in the exhibit hall.

14. It shall be the condition of entry that the Society shall not be liable for any loss to an exhibitor occasioned by fire, accident, and condition of structure, theft, or the negligence of other exhibitors or of officials or otherwise whatsoever.

15. All animal show entrants will complete and sign a disclaimer. Each exhibitor is responsible for his/her own liability insurance and must be prepared to show proof (i.e. Certificate of Liability showing insurance company, policy number, expiry date and minimum limits).

16. The directors reserve the right at any time to cancel this prize list and they will not be held responsible for the payment of prize money if circumstances beyond their control should arise.

17. In case of bad or unfavourable weather or other reasons causing receipts to fall short of payment of the expenses, a proportionate amount exclusive of membership will be deducted from such prizes and enable the Directors to balance the account without loss.

18. The society will not be responsible for any printing or other palpable errors in this prize list.

19. Enter online at www.assistexpo.ca/fergus-agricultural-society. Note: tags will still need to be used with each entry for display purposes. Entry forms and tags are available prior to the fair at: Ennotville Garage, Geddes' Garage - Alma, Joanie's, Elora Information Centre and Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex office. Any questions can be directed to info@fergusfallfair.ca or Wendy Whittaker (519-856-9621).

20. An exhibitor found guilty of breaking any rule in the premium list shall forfeit all the prizes to which he or she might otherwise be entitled.

21. Any animal deemed an unworthy individual in the livestock classes by the respective judges should not be awarded a prize.

22. Not more than two entries per dairy class by one exhibitor.

23. No animal shall be exhibited in more than one section except as one of a herd or a brood mare, which may be shown as one of a team. This does not apply to horses in the single outfit or special competitions. All cattle must be haltered.

24. Cows must have had calves within twelve months or be evidently in calf and all mature animals must have raised stock within the present year.

25. Exhibitors of purebred cattle, goats, and sheep must produce to the secretary, satisfactory certificates that the pedigrees of the animals are registered in the Dominion Herd Book. These certificates must in all cases be produced if demanded before animals are entered for exhibition.

26. Heavy draft and agricultural horses must be exhibited before a wagon.

27. A Brood Mare is a mare with a foal suckling at her side.

28. Exhibitors of horses, cattle, goats and sheep must bring their entry to the ring when called by the judges, otherwise they will not be considered.

29. If threats of contagious diseases, please contact committee chair regarding the continuance of each class for showing of livestock.

30. All exhibits of grain, roots, garden produce and flowers must be grown in the current year on land occupied by the exhibitor.

31. All exhibits in food, handicraft, art and photography must be made by the exhibitor(s) and named appropriately.

32. Nothing shall be removed from the main hall until 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. Those removing entries and/or ribbons before specified time and date will forfeit their prize.

33. An animal is not permitted to enter the premises/fairgrounds unless the animal has an intact approved tag or identifier.

34. Pets are prohibited and are NOT allowed entry to the Fergus Fairgrounds except canine, pet, and show competitors. *Licensed guide dogs and service animals are welcome on the Fergus Fairgrounds but must be under the control of the owner at all times.

Tractor Pull

Friday, September 15, 2023 - 6:30 p.m.

WEIGH IN AT 5:00 p.m.

Contact: Jim McFarlane H: 519-822-4997 / C: 519-766-2600

John Worton H: 519-821-2412 / C: 519-766-8955

Mini Modified & Truck Pull

Saturday, September 16, 2023 - 6:00 p.m.

WEIGH IN AT 5:00 p.m.

Contact: Jim McFarlane H: 519-822-4997 / C: 519-766-2600

John Worton H: 519-821-2412 / C: 519-766-8955

Rules:

1. All OTTPA rules per current rulebook will govern this pull.

2. All general rules will apply and OTTPA memberships will be required.

3. OTTPA rules governing maximum RPM will be in effect.

4. Vintage draw bar height of 20” with approved wheelie-bars, otherwise an 18” height is required. Stock tractors maximum draw bar height is 20” from the top of the hitching device to the ground.

5. Drivers must be at least 16 years of age.

6. All weights must be securely fastened.

7. Stock tractors must burn stock fuel.

8. No weights behind the rear axle except as per OTTPA rules.

9. Class 7, 8 and 9 must run factory stock RPM.

10. All tractors must meet weight of class. No demo pulls.

11. Snell 2000 or newer helmets required.

Tractor Classes:

1. 7,000 lb. Modified Farm Stock

2. 8,000 lb. Modified Farm Stock

3. 7,500 lb. Pro Stock

4. 10,500 lb. Modified Farm Stock

5. 9,000 lb. Pro Stock

6. 10,000 lb. Pro Stock

Ekotune – King of the Pull 11,000

Prize Money Classes:

Class 1 - $800.00

Class 2 - $1,200.00

Class 3 - $1,250.00

Class 4 - $1,600.00

Class 5 - $1,750.00

Class 6 - $1,000.00

King of the Pull: Special Class – Special Prize Money

Class Sponsors:

Burnett Farms Ltd.

Deterco Builders Inc.

John & Lillian Worton

Norm Craigie

Regional Tractor Sales Ltd.

Neil & Wendy Whittaker

Willow Ledge Farms Ltd.

Woodrill Ltd.

Premier Equipment Ltd.

Shantz Farm Equipment Ltd.

Ed Stewart’s Equipment

Wellington Plumbing

David Moore and Associates

Jim & Shirley McFarlane

Equipment Ontario

Swanston’s Connect Equipment Corporation

Mark Martin – Complete Home Exteriors

Rules:

1. All OTTPA rules per current rulebook will govern this pull.

2. All general rules will apply and OTTPA membership will be required.

3. Maximum draw bar height stock trucks 22”.

4. No weights ahead of truck box.

5. Each truck may compete in only one class. No demo pulls.

6. Local truck class - see local class rules.

7. Snell 2000 or newer helmets required.

8. Must have hitch in order of truck to pull.

Classes:

1. Mini Modified Tractors

2. 5,500 lb. Hot Stock 4x4 Trucks

3. 6,000 lb. 4x4 Super Stock Trucks

4. 6,200 lb. Super Modified 4x4 Trucks

5. 6,100 lb. Modified Tractors

6. 8,200 lb. Pro-Modified Diesel 4x4 trucks

7. Super Street Diesel (2.6)

8. Pro-stock Diesel (3.0)

9. Pro-street Semi Trucks

10. 6,000 lb. Local 4x4 Trucks - GAS ONLY

11. 8,500 lb. Local 4x4 Trucks - DIESEL

Prize Money Classes:

Class 1 - $2,200.00

Class 2 - $800.00

Class 3 - $1,900.00

Class 4 - $2,200.00

Class 5 - $1,975.00

Class 6 - $2,200.00

Class 7 - $1,600.00

Class 8 - $2,000.00

Class 9 - $2,000.00

Class 10 - $360.00

Class 11 - $360.00 1st

Class Sponsors:

Station Earth

CG Equipment

Swaving Welding Engines from Hal

The Ostic Group

Ennotville Garage

Bruce Heath Collision Serv. Jim White Auto Service

Waverdale Fleet Service Geddes’ Garage of Alma Ltd.

Skerritt Excavating Inc.

Conestogo Agri Systems Inc.

Dakota’s Truck Service Ltd.Leslie Equipment Service Ltd.

Ecclestone Financial Group Inc.

Hasson Collision Ltd.

TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL SPONSORS

APC AUTO PARTS

BRUCE HEATH COLLISION SERVICE

BURNETT FARMS LTD.

CARLANE AUTO CENTRE - GUELPH

CG EQUIPMENT

CONESTOGO AGRI SYSTEMS INC.

CONNECT EQUIPMENT CORPORATION

CORE FUELS

DAKOTA’S TRUCK SERVICE LTD.

DAVID MOORE AND ASSOCIATES

DETERCO BUILDERS INC.

DREXLER CONSTRUCTION

ECCLESTONE FINANCIAL GROUP

ED STEWART’S EQUIPMENT

EKOTUNINGCOM

ENGINES FROM HAL

ENNOTVILLE GARAGE

EQUIPMENT ONTARIO

FLEMING FAST FREIGHT INC.

GEDDES’ GARAGE

HASSON COLLISION LTD

HOLLY McFARLANE PHOTOGRAPHY

JIM & SHIRLEY McFARLANE

JIM WHITE AUTO SERVICE

JOHN & LILLIAN WORTON

LESLIE EQUIPMENT SERVICE LTD.

MARK MARTIN - COMPLETE HOME EXTERIORS

MERV & BRENDA AUGER

NEIL & WENDY WHITTAKER

NORM CRAIGIE

PEAVEY MART - GUELPH

PREMIER EQUIPMENT LTD.

RELIABLE FORD

REGIONAL TRACTOR SALES LTD.

ROCKWOOD ELECTRIC

RONA CASHWAY BUILDING CENTER - FERGUS/ELORA

SHANTZ FARM EQUIPMENT

SKERRITT EXCAVATING INC.

STATION EARTH

SWAVING WELDING

THE OSTIC GROUP

TRUE AUTO CARE

WAVERDALE FLEET SERVICE

WHITTAKER ELECTRIC

WILLOW LEDGE FARMS LTD.

WOODRILL LTD.

Photo courtesy of Rob and Holly McFarlane Photography

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Heavy Horse Show

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Judging to start at 10:00 a.m. sharp.

Chairman: John Northcote 226-979-4922

Committee: Marc Mennel, Margaret Northcote, Carolyn Ridler, Alan Sinclair, Courtney Rogerson

Entry Fee: 10% of Prize Money Won

We will accept entries at the announcer’s table before the show. Each exhibitor must have liability insurance on horses and sign a Fergus Fall Fair Disclaimer.

Line Classes

CLASS 1: Clydesdales CLASS 2: Percheron

CLASS 3: Belgian CLASS 4: Commercials

Shown in order listed. Each breed will be shown separately.

Sections 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

1. Brood Mare $50 $40 $35 $30 $25

2. Yeld Mare $50 $40 $35 $30 $25

3. Filly/Colt (current year) $50 $40 $35 $30 $25

4. Filly/Colt (1 year old) $50 $40 $35 $30 $25

5. Filly/Gelding (2 year old) $50 $40 $35 $30 $25

6. Filly (3 year old) $50 $40 $35 $30 $25

CLASS 5: Best Draft Horse on the Grounds

For best Clydesdale, Percheron, Belgian or Commercial draft horse on line. One entry per exhibitor.

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th & down $50 $40 $30 $25 $20

CLASS 6: Junior Showmanship

Open to Juniors between the ages of 7 and 18 years old (inclusive) as of January 1st of current year, showing a draft horse on the line.

The following areas will be considered: Walk, Trot, Turn, Watching Judge, Backing up, Presentation, Suitability of Show Person to Horse, General Handling, Grooming, Decorations, Appointments, General Appearance and Proper Dress, Alertness and Capability. Stallions one year old or over may not be used.

The Junior Showmanship class is part of both the Ontario Percheron and Ontario Clydesdale Associations Showmanship Awards Programs.

Sections: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th & down

1. Junior (7-13 years) $30 $20 $15 $10 $10

2. Senior (14-18 years) $30 $20 $15 $10 $10

CLASS 7: Draft Horse Under Saddle

(Junior Showperson will be given time to saddle)

Sections: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th & down

1. Ages 13 and up $30 $20 $15 $10 $10

Approved helmet required - English or Western Tack while riding a Purebred Draft Horse.

Hitch Classes

CLASS 8 (Note: Sections may be combined & shown together if there are fewer than three entries) Sections:

Notes:

Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4: Hitched to a wagon or cart.

Section 13: Lady Driver to be 19 years or older and accompanied by a gentleman. Judged on driving ability and showmanship.

The Fergus Agricultural Society thanks all exhibitors, donors, sponsors and volunteers for helping to make our Heavy Horse Show a success.

Sponsors: Dr. Robert Wright Veterinary Services, The Ostic Group, The Armstrongs, Grand River Agricultural Society, Robert & Carolyn Ridler of Maple Stone Farms, Wm. Gregory Boggs, Robert Black and Son (Blacks Mineral Supplements), Peter, Rose and Lucas Curtis of Crawford Farms, Margaret & John Northcote of True North Percherons, Ontario Percheron Horse Association Inc., Alan & Nancy Sinclair, Susan & David James of Rosedale Clydesdales, Ontario Clydesdale Horse Association and Marc & Shirley Mennel of ShirMar Belgians.

Western Games

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Please complete registration online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/entries by Friday, September 15. Events to begin at 12:30 p.m.

Committee: Mike McCulligh, Andrea McCulligh 519-843-4539

CLASS 10

All horse show entrants will complete a disclaimer form at the Fair before the competition.

Rules:

1. A membership fee of $6.00 will apply to all entrants.

2. 10% of prize money won will be deducted as an entry fee.

3. All minors must wear helmets with harnesses and proper footwear.

4. A horse or pony may be entered in an event more than once but a rider may enter the event in only one class.

5. In the event of not enough entries, classes will be combined or cancelled.

6. Prize money will be mailed out after the Fair.

7. Prize ribbons to be given to 5th place with the exception of the Juniors who will received merit ribbons after 5th place.

Prizes: 1st -$25.00, 2nd -$15.00, 3rd -$10.00

Sections:

1. Open pole bending

2. Junior pole bending

3. Open flag race

4. Junior flag race

5. Open keyhole race

6. Junior keyhole race

7. Open apple bob race

8. Junior apple bob race

9. Open dash for cash

10. Open barrel race

11. Junior barrel race

12. Open rope race partner A

13. Open rope race partner B

14. Open Texas Speed

Program may be subject to change.

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Beef Cattle

Committee: Jason Schill 519-841-4845, Scott Bessey, Allan Wallace, John Broadfoot, Denise Kankainen, Jeanine Moyer

Premises ID: ON4212904

ALL CLASSES AT DISCRETION OF SHOW COMMITTEE.

Judging will take place at approximately 1:00 p.m.

All animals must be loaded and unloaded in designated area.

All animals must show in designated ring to win prizes.

Exhibitors of Purebred Cattle must produce to the secretary satisfactory proof that the pedigrees of the animals are registered in the Dominion Herd Book. These certificates must in all cases be produced before the animals are entered for exhibition. Certificates to be in truck with cattle.

Exhibitors are limited to one entry in each section, except two entries may be in any two sections.

If there are three animals or less, they will be combined with other animals to make a class (at discretion of show committee).

Open Show exhibitors pre-register with show committee prior to 10:00 a.m. on day of show. All announcements on day of show take precedence over printed classes.

All decisions of the judge on day of the show are final.

Rules:

1. Steers to be on grounds between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.

2. Classes will be evenly distributed according to hip height.

3. One exhibitor is limited to six animals.

4. Cattle must be broken to halter and under control of exhibitor.

5. All exhibitors to check with their insurance agent regarding liability insurance.

6. “Normal Health of Animals” rules apply.

7. Animals shown in Class 12 cannot be shown in Class 11 (with the exception of section 5 - Pairs of Animals).

Breeding Open Beef Show CLASS 11

1. Pee Wee Open Showmanship

Cash and trophy to be received at the Fair. Open to anyone under the age of 10.

Sponsored by McArthur Bessey Auctions and John Broadfoot.

Section 2 to 10 prizes:

$40.00, $35.00, $30.00, $25.00, $20.00, $15.00, $10.00

2. Bull calf, born after Jan. 1, 2023 - minimum 6 months

3. Bull yearling, born May 1, 2022 to Dec. 31, 2022

4. Bull yearling, born Jan. 1, 2022 to April 30, 2022

5. Bull, born 2021

6. Female calf, born after Jan. 1, 2023 - minimum 6 months.

7. Female yearling, born April 1, 2022 to Dec. 31, 2022.

8. Female yearling, born Jan. 1, 2022 to March 31, 2022.

9. Female cow, calf at foot.

10. Female, mature, calf at foot.

Grand Champion Animal-1st and 2nd placed animals from each class to win a Bag of feed to 1st and 2nd Sponsored by Sharpes

Banners to be awarded to Champion and Reserve animals, sponored by Breakfast on the Farm.

Market Beef CLASS 12

To encourage the production of top quality beef in Centre Wellington and surrounding area.

Sections:

Prizes: 1st $40.00, 2nd $35.00, 3rd $30.00, 4th $25.00, 5th $15.00, 6th $10.00, 7th $10.00

1. Commercial Animal Prizes Farmers Plus

Prizes: 1st $30.00, 2nd $25.00, 3rd $20.00, 4th $20.00, 5th $20.00, 6th $20.00, 7th $20.00, 8th $20.00

2. Pair of Animals

Prizes: 1st and 2nd to recieve a bag of feed. Sponsored by Jones Feed Mill

3. a) Interclub Jr. Showmanship Ages 9-14

b) Interclub Intermediate Showmanship Ages 14-17

c) Interclub Senior Showmanship Ages 18 and over

4. Open Showmanship

For past and present 4-H parents. Animals must have been shown in Classes 11 and 12 at this fair. No entry fee. Sponsored by John Broadfoot and family

Grand Champion Animal Bag of feed to 1st and 2nd Sponsored by Sharpes

Banners to be awarded to Champion and reserve animals, sponsored by Fergus Agricultural Society.

NOTE: All 4-H members exhibiting in the open section of the fair receive $10.00 from the Fergus Agricultural Society.

DAIRY Cattle

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Committee: Henry Vervoort 519-994-3408, Shawn Vervoort

Premises ID: ON4212904

Judging will take place at 12:30 p.m. sharp.

CLASS 13 – Holsteins

CLASS 14 – All Other Breeds

All animals must be loaded and unloaded in designated area.

Prizes for Sections 1 to 5: $40.00, $30.00, $20.00, $10.00 each additional entry

1. Junior Heifer, March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

Sponsored by Grand River Robotics

2. Intermediate Heifer, December 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023

Sponsored by Floradale Feed Mill

3. Senior Heifer, September 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022

Sponsored by DeBoer’s Farm Equipment

4. Summer Yearling, June 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022

Sponsored by Conestogo Agri Systems

5. Junior Yearling, March 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022

Sponsored by Partner Ag and Upper Grand Vet Services

6. Champion and Reserve for Class 13 (Holstein) for Sections 1-5

7. Champion and reserve for Class 14 (Other Breeds) for Sections 1-5

Sponsors for 6 & 7

Champion Prize: Rosette and $25.00

Sponsored by Conestogo Agri Systems Inc.

Reserve Prize: Rosette and $15.00 Sponsored by Pit King Ltd.

SPECIALS

8. Children’s Novelty Showmanship Class

All dairy breeds. Calf to be born after January 1, 2023. Calf to be shown by boy or girl under 10 years of age as of January 1, 2023. No membership fee is required.

Prize: All entries - $10.00

Sponsored by Henry and Margaret Vervoort

All 4-H members exhibiting in the open section of the fair will receive $10.00 sponsored by Fergus Agricultural Society.

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4-H Clubs

4-H is 4U!

We’re a community organization for young people between the ages of 9 and 21 before January 1st of this year. The Wellington County 4-H Association offers fun programming focused on agriculture, wildlife conservation, recreation, sewing, cooking and more.

Interested in learning more? Contact the 2023 Wellington County 4-H Association at www.wellington4-h.ca or info@wellington4-h.ca or admin@wellington4-h.ca

4-H executive for 2023 -2024

Past President President

1st Vice

2nd Vice Treasurer Secretary

4-H Dairy Achievement Day

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Judging to take place at 12:00 noon

ERAMOSA DAIRY LEADERS: Jason French 226-821-2693, Lyndon Stewart, Alison West

4-H Dairy Classes

Junior Yearling March 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022

Summer Yearling June 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022

Senior Heifer September 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022

Intermediate Heifer December 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023

Junior Heifer March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

Awards:

Grand Champion Calf

Reserve Champion Calf

Grand Champion Show Person Reserve Champion Show Person

Showmanship Age - Dairy

Achievement program showmanship classes will be divided in to four groups depending on number of participants.

Novice 9 to 11 years old

Junior 12 to 14 years old

Intermediate 15 to 17 years old

Senior 18 to 21 years old

Jennifer Pollock

Krista Bates

Taylor Black

Debbie Brander

Lynne Flewelling

Mary Fraser

4-H Beef Achievement Day

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Judging to take place at 10:30 a.m.

ERAMOSA BEEF LEADERS: Jason Schill 519-841-4845, Allan Wallace

4-H Beef Classes

Yearling Heifer, January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2022

Senior Heifer, April 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Junior Heifer, January 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023

Steer· selected to reach market condition by the date of the achievement program.

Showmanship Age - Beef Showmanship classes at the achievement programs will be divided into three groups depending on number of participants.

Junior 9 to 12 years old

Intermediate 13 to 16 years old

Senior 17 to 21 years old

Specials

The below special prizes will be presented at the annual club banquet.

1. Top Junior Beef Showman: award donated by Schill Family

2. Top Intermediate Beef Showman: award donated by Allan Wallace.

3. Top Senior Beef Showman: award donated by McArthur Bessey Auctions.

4. Most Improved Eramosa 4-H Beef Member: award donated by Dr. Ken Bateman.

5. Top Beef Steer: award donated by Sharpe Farm Supplies Ltd.

6. Top Beef Heifer: award donated by Sharpe Farm Supplies Ltd.

7. Top Member in Eramosa Beef Club: award donated by RBC Royal Bank Agriculture - Fergus.

Graduating members will receive recognition courtesy of the Eramosa 4-H Beef Club.

4-H Education Display

CLASS 15

1. Open to all 4-H clubs in Wellington County active in fall 2022 or present year 2023.

2. Each club may only place one exhibit at any one fair.

3. All entries to be placed in hall on the Thursday prior to Fair weekend between 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. or on Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

4. Late entries may exhibit but awards will not be provided.

5. Not to be removed untill 4:30 p.m. Sunday.

6. Topic to be related to your current club work. Noncompetitive and competitive 4-H clubs may enter their exhibits on the club's current year topic.

7. No entry fee. Please REGISTER your exhibit including club name and contact person with the FAIR SECRETARY.

Prizes: 1st, $25.00, 2nd $15.00, 3rd $10.00, 4th $10.00, 5th $10.00, 6th $10.00

Sponsored by the Wellington Federation of Agriculture and Partner Ag.

Junior Poultry Show

Sunday, September 17, 2023

CONTACT: June Switzer 519-855-4201, Theresa Knierem

Open to 4-H members and youth ages 21 and under (as of Jan. 1st of the current year) Birds must arrive by 9:30 a.m. and must remain on the grounds until 4:00 p.m. Cages will be provided with shavings, but please provide your own feed and water systems. Birds will be judged on Conformation (condition, health, plumage true to breed etc.) and there will also be table Showmanship classes.

CLASS 29

Standard

Prizes: 1st -$5.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00

Sections:

1. ISA Brown/Red Sexlink a) female b) male

2. Barred Rock a) female b) male

3. Leghorn a) female b) male

4. Rhode Island Red a) female b) male

5. Orpington a) female b) male

6. Wyandotte a) female b) male

7. Azure Blue a) female b) male

8. Black Sexlink a) female b) male

9. Marans a) female b) male

10. Any other breed a) female b) male

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Bantam

Prizes: 1st – $5.00, 2nd – $3.00, 3rd – $2.00

1. Sebright a) female b) male

2. Silky a) female b)male

3. Any other breed a) female b) male

CLASS 31

Egg Prizes: 1st -$5.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00

1. Brown Eggs – 6 in a ½ carton /container

2. White Eggs – 6 in a ½ carton /container

3. Coloured Eggs – 6 in a ½ carton /container

CLASS 32

Poultry Showmanship

Class time is 2:30-3:30pm

4-H Showmanship

1. Novice: 9-11

2. Junior 12-14

3. Intermediate 15-17

4. Senior 18-21

Open Showmanship:

5. Under 8 years

6. Open 9-16

7. Open 17 -Adult

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Sunday, September 17, 2023 – 11:00 a.m.

Committee: Jonathan Parkinson (cell) 226-755-3656

Irwin Jackson, Spencer Jackson 519-856-4490

Prize for Champion & Reserve Champion Junior Show Person: Rosette

Rules:

1. All sheep to be on the grounds by 9:00 a.m. on day of show.

2. All entry forms to be completed and to the Secretary by August 31st or will not be eligible to show.

3. All animals must be owned by and registered in the name of the exhibitor - papers to be made available.

4. Exhibitors limited to two entries in each sect ion and single entries in groups.

CLASS 16 Suffolks

CLASS 17 Dorsets

CLASS 18 Southdowns

CLASS 19 AOB Long wool

CLASS 20 AOB Short wool

Prizes for sections 1 to 6: $25.00, $20.00, $18.00, $15.00, $12.00, $10.00, $8.00, $6.00

1. Ewe ‘ Yearling’- 3rd pr. of temporary incisors must be in place

2. Ewe - 1st pr. of temporary incisors must be in place

3. Ram ‘Yearling’ - 3rd pr. of temporary incisors must be in place

4. Ram - 1st pr. of temporary incisors must be in place

5. Get of Sire - born on the property of exhibitor

6. Breeders Flock - owned by exhibitor. Each animal must have been shown in previous classes above.

Prizes for Champion Ewe & Champion Ram from Classes 16 to 20: Rosette

CLASS 21

Supreme Animals of the Show

Prizes for class 1 and 2: $25.00.

1. Supreme Ewe

2. Supreme Ram

3. Supreme Flock

CLASS 22

Junior Show - To follow Wellington 4-H Achievement Day

Exhibitors to be under the age of 21 as of January 1 of current year.

Rules:

1. All exhibitors must show a ewe lamb.

2. All lambs must be sheared after July 1 and be washed (prior to the show).

3. All exhibitors must be able to handle their lamb on their own with the exception of Section 3 – Costume Class

Prizes: $15.00, $10.00, $8.00,$7.00, $6.00

$6.00 prize to be awarded to each entry after 5th place in the younger section. Prizes to 5th place only in the older section.

Section 1 - Confirmation 9 - 14 years as of January 1st

Section 1a - Confirmation 15 -21 years as of January 1st

Section 2 - Showmanship 10 -16

Section 2a - Showmanship 17 - 21

Section 3 - Costume Class 9 and under

Sponsored by Grober Nutrition and Canadian co-operative Wool Growers - Cookstown.

Wellington Sheep Club 4-H Achievement Day

Leaders: Leslie Cook, Julie Townsend

All animals are to be on the grounds for 7:30 a.m. Show Starts at 8:30 a.m.

Exhibitors are expected to wear black pants or jeans and a white collared shirt. No running shoes, rubber boots or hats will be allowed in the show ring.

CONFIRMATION

CLASS 20 – Junior Lamb – Born after March 1

CLASS 21 – Senior Lamb – Born from January 1 & February 28

CLASS 22 – Market Lamb – Born after March 1

CLASS 23 – Market Lamb – Born from January 1 & February 28

CLASS 24 – Champion Lamb

SHOWMANSHIP SHOWPERSON’S AGES AS OF JANUARY 1

Class 1 – Pee-wee under 9 years

Class 2 – Novice – 9-11 years

Class 3 – Junior 12-14 years

Class 4 – Intermediate 15 – 17 years

Class 5 – Senior 18 – 21 year

Class 6 – Champion and Reserve Showman

Committee: Patti Klein 519-843-7055, John DeGroot Jr., Irene Farrow

Show Secretary: Mark Keir

Show Vet

Sponsored by Upper Grand Veterinary Services

Rules:

1. All animals to be registered no later than the Thursday, prior to the fair.

2. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please state on your entry form the number of pens required. Those who are not entered by the above date risk not having enough pens for their animals.

3. All animals must have registration papers available prior to the start of the show.

4. All animals must pass mandatory health check prior to the show. Vet inspection will take place between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on the day of the show. Animals failing to pass or arriving too late for inspection cannot be shown.

5. Each breeder is allowed only two animals per class, except the milking classes where a breeder will be allowed three animals in two sections. Only two prizes per exhibitor will be awarded per class.

6. All Canadian Goat Society rules shall govern this show.

CLASS 28A

1. Open Junior Showmanship – 11 years of age and under Prizes: $10.00, $8.00, $7.00, $5.00 each additional entry

2. Open Intermediate Showmanship – 12 to 16 years of age Prizes: $10.00, $8.00, $7.00, $5.00 each additional entry

3. Open Senior Showmanship – 17 to 21 years of age Prizes: $10.00, $8.00, $7.00, $5.00 each additional entry

Top Overall Showman

Consists of 1st and 2nd place winners in Junior, Intermediate and Senior Showmanship classes.

Prize to be The Laura Bailey Memorial trophy

CLASS 23 Purebred Nigerian Dwarf

CLASS 24 Purebred Nubian

CLASS 25 Purebred Saanen

CLASS 26 Purebred Toggenburg

CLASS 27 All Other Purebreds

CLASS 28 Recorded Grades

Prizes: $18.00, $14.00, $12.00, $10.00, $4.00

Sponsored by CountrySense

SECTION

1. Kid, doe 3 months – 9 months

2. Yearling, doe over 9 months, under 24 months, never had a kid

3. Junior milker, doe, 12 months to under 2 years

4. Intermediate milker, over 2 years and under 3 years

5. Senior milker, over 3 years

6. Champion and Reserve Champion

7. Best Udder

Prizes: Rosette, salt block and Canadian Goat Society Certificate Sponsored by the Fergus Agricultural Society, Canadian Goat Society and Patti Klein.

Best Udder For Each Class (23 To 28):

First place animal in each milking class to be judged.

Prize: $15.00

Sponsored by the Fergus Agricultural Society

Best Goat Herd

Consisting of 4 does – 3 must be in milk, bred and owned by exhibitor. (Consisting of the same breed.)

Prizes: $25.00, $20.00

Best Kid In Show: Trophy

Sponsored by Eramosa Dairy Goats

Best Goat In Show: Trophy

Sponsored by The Klein Family

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Field Crops

Committee: Ted Kent 519-843-3371

Henry Vervoort 519-994-3408

Field Competition Ensilage Corn

Contact: Henry Vervoort 519-994-3408

CLASS 34

In order to qualify for prize money in ensilage corn competition, all entries must show a sheaf of corn in Class 35

1. Field Competition Prizes: 1st -$18.00, 2nd -$17.00, 3rd -$16.00, 4th -$15.00, 5th -$14.00, 6th -$13.00, 7th -$12.00, 8th -$11.00, 9th -$10.00, 10th to 15th place -$9.00

Sponsored by Sharpe Farm Supplies Ltd.

Grain

CLASS 35

Exhibits to be in place in the Agriculture Shed on the Friday of the Fair Weekend by 11:00 a.m. 10 lb. containers to be provided. No grain to be treated. All produce to be current year. Entries not to be removed until Sunday at 4:00 p.m.

Sections

1. White Beans, 5 lbs.

2. Soybeans, 10 stalks and roots

3. Spring Wheat, 10 lbs.

4. Fall Wheat, 10 lbs.

5. Barley, any variety, 10 lbs. 2 row

6. Barley, any variety, 10 lbs. 6 row

7. Mixed grain, any variety, 10 lbs.

8. Oats, any variety, 10 lbs.

9. Corn, husking, 12 ears

10. Corn for ensilage, 9 stalks

Prizes for sections 1 to 9:

1st -$8.00, 2nd -$7.00, 3rd -$6.00, 4th -$5.00, 5th -$4.00, 6th -$3.00

Prizes for section 10:

1st -$9.00, 2nd -$8.00, 3rd -$7.00, 4th -$6.00, 5th -$5.00, 6th -$4.00, $3.00, 8th -$3.00

Sponsored by Steve Lake – Pioneer Dealer.

Commercial Hay

Rules:

1. Exhibits to be in place in the Agriculture Shed on the Friday of the Fair Weekend by 11:00 a.m.

2. ALL HAY - 10" slice with a 14" x 20" face or equivalent of loose or chopped hay to be in clear plastic bags.

3. Entries not to be removed until Sunday at 4:00 p.m.

CLASS 36

1. First cut, 75% alfalfa

2. First cut, 75% or more legume other than alfalfa

3. First cut, at least 50% grass

4. Second cut, 75% or more legume

5. This year’s direct seeded hay

6. Haylage, 5 lbs. in CLEAR PLASTIC

Prizes: 1st -$8.00, 2nd -$7.00, 3rd -$6.00, 4th -$5.00, 5th -$4.00, 6th -$3.00

Sponsored by: Arnold Vervoort - Quality Seeds

Roots & Vegetables

Committee: Krista Bates 519-766-8252, Helen Leitch

Rules:

1. All entries to be placed in hall Thursday before Fair weekend between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. or on Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Entries arriving after 11:30 a.m. Friday will not be accepted.

2. All samples of roots and garden produce must be the growth of the present year on land occupied by the party entering the same.

3. First Time Exhibitor to mark tag with red dot (provided).

4. Exhibits in these classes open to Wellington County residents only.

5. Class 37 and 38 to be removed between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday by exhibitors only. Exhibitors must bring their pink sheet in to cross reference with tags.

6. Tomatoes are considered a fruit.

7. Exhibit will be disqualified if correct number of items are not displayed.

8. Please display on a neutral colour paper plate unless indicated, no bags

CLASS 37

Section 1 – 33 prizes: 1st -$4.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00

Prize money for Class 37 sponsored by Fergus Agricultural Society and Fraegrove Holsteins Inc.

Sections:

1. Beans, green (6)

2. Beans, yellow (6)

3. Beans, purple (6)

4. Beets (4) – show with 1 inch tops, roots on – not cut, washed but not scrubbed

5. Cabbage, any variety (1)

6. Carrots, table (4) - show with 1 inch tops, roots on – not cut, washed but not scrubbed

7. Coloured carrots, table (4) – show with 1 inch tops, roots onnot cut, washed but not scrubbed

8. Corn, table (6) - 3 cobs to be husked

9. Corn, decorative or Indian corn (3) - husks off

10. Cucumber, pickling (5)

11. Cucumber, slicing (3)

12. Garlic, hard neck variety (4) – show with ¼ inch roots and ½ inch stems

13. Garlic, braided

14. Onion, Spanish (3) – show with ½ inch tops and remove roots just below the base

15. Onion, red (5) – show with ½ inch tops and remove roots just below the base

16. Onions, other (5) – show with ½ inch tops and remove roots just below the base

17. Peppers, green, regular (4)

18. Peppers, red regular (4)

19. Peppers, any other colour, regular (4) - named

20. Peppers, HOT (4) – any variety named

21. Potatoes, red, any variety, 2 or 3 litre basket – variety named

22. Potatoes, yellow/white, any variety, 2 or 3 litre basket –variety named

23. Pumpkin, jack-o-lantern style (1)

24. Pumpkin, pie (1)

25. Squash, Butternut (1)

26. Squash, Hubbard (1)

27. Squash, Pepper/acorn (1)

28. Squash, Spaghetti (1)

29. Turnips (1)

30. Zucchini (1)

31. Odd-shaped vegetable – named

Sections 32 & 33

Sponsored by J.R. Scott (Scotty).

Prizes: 1st -$7.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$3.00

32. Best collection of homegrown herbs (minimum 6 varieties), displayed in a basket – Include list on recipe card.

33. Best display of 8 garden vegetables, 2 of each kind to be exhibited, any varieties. List the 8 vegetables on recipe card -no tomatoes.

Specials

To the first time exhibitor with the most points in sections 1-31.

Prize: Cash Award donated by Ted McDonald

Exhibitor with the most points in sections 1-31.

Prize: Cash Award donated by Ted McDonald

Fruits

Committee: Krista Bates 519-766-8252, Helen Leitch

Prize money for Class 38 sponsored by Fergus Agricultural Society and Fraegrove Holsteins Inc.

Rules:

1. All entries to be placed in hall Thursday before Fair weekend between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. or on Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Entries arriving after 11:30 a.m. Friday will not be accepted.

2. All fruits must have stems and must be grown on land occupied by the exhibitor.

3. Prizes will be awarded according to merit. No prize will be given if exhibit is of poor quality.

4. Exhibit will be disqualified if correct number of items are not displayed.

5. Tomatoes are considered a fruit.

6. Only one entry per section.

7. Please display on a neutral colour paper plate unless indicated, no bags.

CLASS 38

Prizes: 1st -$3.50, 2nd -$2.50, 3rd -$2.00

1. Apples, Courtland (5)

2. Apples, MacIntosh (5)

3. Apples, Gala (5)

4. Apples, any other hybrid variety (5), named or numbered

5. Collection of fall apples, 2 varieties, 3 of each – named by variety

6. Collection of pears (3) – named by variety

7. Two bunches of grapes, any variety – named by variety

8. Watermelon (1)

Sections 9 – 14 prizes: 1st -$4.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00, 4th -$1.00

9. Tomatoes, green with stems, regular variety size (5)

10. Tomatoes, green with stems, small variety size (6) (golf ball size or less)

11. Tomatoes, ripe, with stems, regular variety size (5)

12. Tomatoes, ripe, small variety with stems (6) (golf ball size or less)

13. Tomatoes, ripe, cherry, with stems (6)

14. Tomatoes, Roma, with stems (6)

Specials

To the 1st time exhibitor with the most points in sections 1-14.

Prize: Cash Award Donated by Ted McDonald

Exhibitor with the most points in sections 1-14.

Prize: Cash Award Donated by Ted McDonald

Giant Pumpkin Competition

Committee: Steve Weir 519-824-4753

CLASS 39

Prizes: 1st -$50.00, 2nd -$30.00, 3rd -$20.00

Section:

1. Open to all ages.

Rules:

1. Our competition is open to all individuals from Wellington County.

2. An exhibitor may enter only one specimen per class.

3. Exhibits to be in place in the Agriculture Shed by 11:00 a.m. the Friday of Fair weekend and will not be removed before Sunday at 4:00 p.m.

4. All pumpkins must be loaded on a skid/pallet so that the forklifts can easily lift the entry and take it to the scale.

5. A specimen must be healthy and completely undamaged. Vine must be trimmed to one inch (2.5 cm) from the stem (stalk) of fruit. Foreign material may not be included in the weighing. No carrying device may be included in the weighing.

6. The Committee shall not be responsible for any accidents, losses or breakage of entries, exhibit or displays.

7. The winner of Class 39 will not be required to give seeds to the Fergus Agricultural Society; however, any donated seeds are welcome and will be distributed without charge to fellow growers. Winners also agree that the use of his/her name and likeness may be used for promotional purposes without any further compensation.

Sponsored by Tom Nind Investment Advisor - CIBC Wood Gundy Guelph

Plants and Flowers

Committee: Paul Rappolt 519-766-2100, Giselle Maerz Rappolt 519-843-3532, Jean Klooster 519-766-3099, Joyce Sweeney 519-843-3254

1. Exhibitor must supply their own containers. Only Class 40 entries must be in a CLEAR vase or container.

2. Only one entry allowed in each section and all flowers to be grown by the exhibitor.

3. All entries to be placed in hall on Thursday before Fair weekend between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. or on Friday before Fair weekend between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Entries arriving after 11:30 a.m. on Friday will not be accepted.

4. Tags must be completed with all information requested and securely fastened to each exhibit.

5. Flowers to be removed between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday of Fair weekend.

6. Plants must have been in possession of exhibitor for 3 months, unless stated otherwise.

7. Should there be more than six entries in any section of Class 40, a fourth prize will be awarded.

8. First Time Exhibitor to mark all entry tags on top right corner with a red sticker (provided).

9. Judges use the criteria provided in the Ontario Judging Standards Handbook for Horticulture. If you have any questions about your entry, you can contact Paul Rappolt 519766-2100.

10. NOTE: Measurement of blooms, in Class 40, will be at time of judging.

Exhibitor with the most points of each class, (40 and 41) will receive a prize of $25.00. Sponsored by Elora and Salem

Horticultural Society. (Only one prize per exhibitor)

Exhibitor judged ‘Best in Show’ to receive a gift.

First time exhibitor with the most points in Plants and Flowers section to receive a gift.

CLASS 40 - Cut Flowers Terms:

Bloom: Individual flower, one to stem, do not leave buds showing.

Stem: May carry one or more flowers with foliage.

Spike: A thick upright stem carrying several flowers.

Spray: A portion of the plant with a number of flowers on one stem.

Floating: May NOT touch sides of clear container. Make sure the container is the appropriate size for the bloom.

All entries must be in a CLEAR container or vase.

Prizes: 1st -$4.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00, 4th -$1.50

Sections

1. Asters, 3 sprays, any colour

2. Any bloom, floating, named

3. Calendula, 5 blooms with foliage

4. Coleus, any variety, 3 stems

5. Cosmos, 3 sprays

6. Dahlia, 1 bloom, under 10 cm

7. Dahlia, 1 bloom, over 10 cm

8. Dahlia, 3 colours, 1 bloom each

9. Echinacea, 3 stems, any variety

10. Geranium, 3 blooms, any colour

11. Gladioli, 3 spikes, any colour

12. Lavatera, 3 sprays, any colour

13. Marigolds, 5 blooms, under 7 cm

14. Marigolds, 3 blooms, over 7 cm

15. Pansies, any variety, 5 stems

16. Petunia, any variety, 5 stems

17. Rudbeckia, 3 stems, any variety

18. Saliva, 5 stems, any colour

19. Sedum, 3 stems

20. Snapdragons, 5 stems, any colour

21. Sunflowers, 3 blooms, under 15 cm

22. Sunflower Seed Head, your largest and best one, based on size and appearance

23. Zinnias, 3 blooms, any colour, under 7 cm

24. Zinnias, 3 blooms, any colour, over 7 cm

25. Any annual not listed, 5 blooms or sprays, named

26. Any perennial not listed, 3 blooms or sprays, named

27. Any non flowering greenery, 3 stems, named

28. Three blooms, three different varieties, named

CLASS 41 - Bouquets and Floral Arrangements

Glass vases need NOT be clear for this section. Vases/containers are to be complimentary to bouquets and arrangements.

Prizes: 1st -$5.00, 2nd -$4.50, 3rd -$4.00

Sections

1. Bring your Best -a bouquet with flowers, you love, from your garden

2. I'm in the Pink -not red, not white, anything in between, a bouquet of flowers with foliage.

3. Let's Embrace Our Greens -show us what you can do with greenery. No Flowers

4. Make a bouquet that compliments your favourite vase, glass, ceramic or other.

5. Do you dry your own flowers? Make an arrangement with your own dried flowers, from this or last year.

6. Bring Back the Bees -a bouquet that would appeal to our honey providers.

7. Country Roads -a bouquet of flowers and grasses you collected along a country road.

8. Take Me Home, Country Roads -a bouquet for your parents or your grandparents.

9. Joys of Autumn -a bouquet of flowers with yellow and orange hues.

10. Mucking About -a bouquet of flowers in a child's rubber boot."Shades of Red"

11. Taste and Colour -an arrangement of colourful flowers in a wine glass.

Committee: Sarah Wallace-Taylor 519-362-4576, Denise Kankainen 519-780-7750, Muriel Allan, Jean Kent, Barry Wood, Mary Mennie, Judy Howes-Ward, Shelly Allan, Janice Wallace

Rules: Refer to 1, 2 and 7 under Culinary Arts plus the following:

1. All exhibits should be in or on clean containers.

2. In the egg classes, the judge will open one egg.

3. Exhibitor must produce entries within the year.

4. New rings and snap lids only where required.

CLASS 44

Prizes for classes 1 to 9 and 11 to 16: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00

Prizes: 1st -$5.00, 2nd -$4.00, 3rd -$3.00

Sections:

1. Maple Syrup, 250 or 500 ml, sealed, no wax. Amber grade as per OAAS competition rules.

2. Fruit Leather, 3 slices

3. Home-dried veggies, 50-100g, list vegetables on label,

4. Dried fruit, 50-100g - mixed, list fruit on label

5. Honey, liquid, 250 or 500 ml, does not have to be sealed

6. Dried Herbs - 3 herbs, labelled, 1 tbsp of each

7. Jerky - 3 slices, Meat to be named

8. Herbal vinegar - 250 ml or 500 ml bottle, label with name of herbs used and date of preparation

9. Spice mix -3 tbsp - Ingredients to be named

10. Gary Jefferson Memorial Pickled Eggs

11. Oil Vinegar Dressing for greens, 125 ml max.

12. Hen Eggs, white-1 dozen in a carton. Clearly show name of breed from which they came on entry tag.

13. Hen Eggs, brown-1 dozen in a carton. Clearly show name of breed from which they came on entry tag.

14. Largest chicken egg-displayed in a suitable egg cup along with name of breed

15. Fowl Eggs

16. Smallest Fowl Egg

Special Prizes

1. First place Exhibitor with most points in sections 1 to 9 and 11 - 16 - prize donated by Gerrie’s Garden Centre and Farm Market, Elora.

2. Section 10 - Gary Jefferson Memorial Pickled Egg Class sponsored by The Jefferson Family. Prizes $25, $15, 10.

Culinary Arts

Committee: Sarah Wallace-Taylor 519-362-4576, Denise Kankainen 519-780-7750, Muriel Allan, Jean Kent, Barry Wood, Mary Mennie, Judy Howes-Ward, Shelly Allan, Janice Wallace

Rules - Read Carefully:

1. All entries to be placed in the hall on Thursday before Fair weekend between 7:00pm and 8:30pm or Friday between 8:30am and 11:30am. Entries arriving after 11:30am on Friday will not be accepted.

2. First time exhibitor shall place a red sticker (provided by the fair) on each entry tag.

3. Class 45 and 46 (with exception of pies and cakes) to be removed between 4:30pm and 5:00pm on Sunday by exhibitors only. Exhibitors must bring their pink sheet to cross reference with tags. We also ask for exhibitors to sign for any gifts they have won from the special classes.

4. Class 46 Baked goods - All pies and cakes to be picked up Friday night between 7:00pm and 9:00pm. A slice of each will be displayed instead of the whole exhibit.

5. Specialty classes only - where you are to provide a box/ container of product used, exhibitor number to be written on the item or securely fashioned to the exhibitor tag.

6. We are requesting that three of the five exhibited cookies/ squares/tarts and all unclaimed pies and cakes will be donated to the Harvest Time Cafe - with many thanks.

7. All jars to be sealed with new lids and rings where applicable.

8. POINTS SYSTEM – 1st - 5 points, 2nd - 3 points, 3rd - 2 points

Men: We invite you to enter all Sections and Classes.

To view fair recipes, please visit us online at

Jams and Jellies

Items must be in 250 ml jar, sealed - no wax

7. Jelly, Blue Grape

8. Jelly, Pepper, any variety

9. Marmalade, Peach

10. Jam, Rhubarb

11. Jam, Strawberry

12. Jam, Apricot

13. Jam, Raspberry

14. Jam, Peach

15. Jam, Two fruit Strawberry (strawberry plus any other fruit, named)

Freezer Jam

Items must be in 250 or 500 ml jars, unsealed

16. Strawberry

17. Raspberry

18. Peach

Other

500 ml jars only, sealed, no wax, no food colouring

19. Chili Sauce

20. Pickled Corn

21. Nine Day Pickles

22. Sweet Dills

23. Zucchini Relish

24. Corn Relish

25. Spaghetti Sauce, no meat

26. BBQ Sauce

27. Pickled Beets

28. Dill Pickles - uncut

29. Bread & Butter Pickles

30. Salsa

31. Ketchup

32. Fruit Chutney

CLASS 45 - Canned Goods

Rules:

1. Exhibitors must use new snap lids for canning jars. All jars be submitted with rings.

2. Entry tag to be attached around the neck of the jar with an elastic band.

3. Label with name of item and date of processing (has to be with in the current fair year of September 2022-2023) must be attached to the jar not the lid.

4. Please use specified jar sizes only; otherwise entry will be disqualified.

5. Items can only be entered once.

Prizes: 1st -$5.00, 2nd -$4.00, 3rd -$3.00

Sections

Items must be in 250 or 500 ml jar, sealed - no wax

1. Strawberries

2. Pears

3. Peaches

4. Tomatoes Stewed

5. Applesauce

6. Red Cherries (sour)

33. Your choice of 2 sealed and labelled 500 ml jars of jams/ jellies. Displayed in a gift basket decorated in our fair theme. "Country Fun For Everyone"

Sponsor TC Trailers, Trevor and Colleen Cox, Arthur

All entries provided to the sponsor.

Prizes: 1st -$30.00, 2nd -$25.00, 3rd -$20.00, 4th -$15.00, 5th -$10.00, 6th -$5.00

Culinary Arts - continued

CLASS 46 - Baked Goods

Rules:

1. All bread and rolls in new zipper seal plastic bags.

2. All other baking, new zipper seal plastic bags and disposable plates.

3. No commercial mixes or pie fillings.

4. Tags to be fixed to the outside of bags

5. No warm baking will be judged.

6. Maximum size of cakes to be 9” x 9”

7. First Time Exhibitors - Please place a red sticker (provided by the fair) on each entry tag.

8. All bread to be made using conventional method except for Section 9 (Bread Maker Bread).

9. All pies and cakes to be picked up Friday night between 7:00pm and 9:00pm. A slice of each of each will be displayed instead of the whole exhibit..

Prizes: 1st -$6.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$4.00

1. White Bread, one loaf

2. Whole Wheat Bread, one loaf

3. Cheese Bread

4. Pan Buns, 6 together

5. Pan Buns, brown, 6 together

6. Raisin Bread

7. Sourdough Bread

8. Cinnamon Buns - not iced, 6 together

9. Bread maker

a) Multigrain (full completed cycle in maker) Bread maker

b) White Bread (dough only cycle and baked in oven)

Quick Breads

Muffin liners to be removed (if used) or you will be disqualified.

10. Banana Loaf, with nuts.

11. Zucchini Loaf, without nuts

12. Lemon Loaf

13. Scones, 5

14. Pizza Dough, max 9" displayed on a stiff board

15. Fruit Muffins, 5

16. Cranberry Lemon Muffins, 5.

Cookies & Squares

17. Tea Biscuits, 5

18. Chocolate Chip Cookies, 5

19. Peanut Butter Cookies, 5

20. Sugar cookies, farm animal shaped, decorated (5)

21. Drop Cookies, 5

22. Rice Crispy Treats, 5

23. Lemon Bars, 5

24. Chow Mien Hay Stacks, 5

25. Nanaimo Bars, 5

Cakes

No mixes unless specified. Maximum size to be 9” x 9”. Please place on stiff board covered with tin foil and in LOOSE

ZIPPERED PLASTIC BAGS – NO SARAN WRAP.

26. Carrot Cake

27. Theme Cake, “Country Fun for Everyone”

28. Vanilla cupcakes, 5, iced

29. Upside down pineapple cupcakes, 5

Men Only

30. Drop Cookies, 5

31. Cranberry Lemon Muffins, 5

32. Any loaf, any kind, no mix, no yeast

33. Carrot Cake

34. Loaf of bread, any kind (no mix)

Pies & Tarts

Pies minimum 6”. Tarts minimum 2”. No commercial fillings. No store bought crusts. No liners.

All pies to be submitted in tempered aluminum pie plates (using new disposable aluminum pie plates, tempered at 425 degrees for 15 minutes before using. Allow to cool completely before putting in pastry) No warm baking.

35. Tarts, Raspberry, 5

36. Quiche Tarts, 5

37. Coconut Tart, 5

38. Butter Tarts (per OAAS rules, see list on our website)

39. Pumpkin Pie

40. Dutch Apple Pie, oatmeal crumb top

41. Two Fruit Pie, fruit to be named

42. Blueberry Pie – with lattice top

43. Baked Pie Shell, no filling, not store bought

Candy

44. Nuts and Bolts, 1 cup

45. Peanut Brittle, 5 pieces

46. Eatmore Bars, 5

47. Pumpkin Fudge, 5

Christmas

48. Christmas Cake

49. Hello Dollies, 5

50. Peanut Butter Balls, 5

51. Butterscotch Confetti Squares, 5

52. Gingersnaps, 5

53. Macaroon Cookies, 5

54. Chocolate Covered Fruit, one cup

Special Diet

Must specify type of diet (i.e. Diabetic, Lactose Free, etc.).

55. Muffin, any kind, no mixes, 3

56. Squares, 5

57. Canned Fruit, any variety, sealed – no wax in 250 or 500 ml jars. Fruit must be named.

Specials

58. Paul Kankainen Special: Two Crust Apple Pie

1st prize goes to sponsor.

Prizes: $10.00, $4.00, $3.00

59. The Gund Company Special: Pecan Tarts

All entries go to sponsor.

Prizes: $30.00, $20.00, $15.00, $10.00

60. Wark Milk Transport Special:

Butter Tarts, 5 with butter wrapper attached.

Prizes: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00

61. Pecan Pie

1st prize entry goes to the sponsor.

Prizes: $25.00, $15.00, $10.00

Culinary Arts - continued

62. Lloyd Scott Enterprises Coconut Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies: Cookies, 5. All entries go to the sponsor.

Prizes: $20.00, $15.00, $10.00, $5.00

63. Judy Howse-Ward Special: 5 dog biscuits. To be judged on smell, appearance, texture and healthy ingredients only. Please include a list of ingredients.

Prizes: $30.00, $20.00, $15.00, $10.00

64. Barry Wood Special: 2 Crust Peach Pie First place to be sponsors.

Prizes: $10.00, $4.00, $3.00

65. Raisin Pie, 2 crust - 9”

1st prize to be sponsors.

Prizes: $12.00, $8.00, $5.00

66. Lucan & Brandon Moyer Special: Coconut Cream Pie with Meringue

1st, 2nd and 3rd entries to be kept by the sponsor.

Prizes: $15.00, $10.00, $5.00

67. ‘Bob’ Broadfoot Special: Elderberry Pie, 8” foil plate 1st prize entry to sponsor.

Prizes: $15.00, $10.00, $5.00

68. Almost Anything Wood Special: Raisin Butter Tarts, 5 on a plate. All entries provided to sponsor.

Prizes: $25.00, $15.00, $10.00

69. Muriel Allan Special – Worst/Best Failure

Entry planned for this year’s fair that did not turn out! Please include a sheet with explanation.

Prizes: $15.00, $10.00, $5.00

70. Wilkin Special: Butter scotch chip cookies, 5. All entries go to the sponsor.

Prizes $20.00, $15.00, $10.00, $5.00

71. Scottish Festival Special: 5 Shortbread cookies

Rolled and cut with cookie cutters. All entries provided to the sponsor

Prizes: $20.00, $15.00, $10.00, $5.00

72. Christine de Nottbeck Special: 5 gluten free shortbread cookies All entries provided to the sponsor.

Prizes: $20.00, $15.00, $10.00

Special Prizes

1. To the first time exhibitor with the highest points –Gift sponsored by I Love Chocolate Ltd., Fergus.

2. To the exhibitor with the most points in Class 45, Sections 1 to 32 – Gift certificate from The Gorge Country Kitchen, Elora.

PLEASE READ:

3. To the exhibitor with the most points in Class 46, Sections 1 to 29 and 35 to 57 – Gift certificate from Fraberts Fresh Food, Fergus.

4. To the exhibitor with the most points in Class 46, Sections 30 to 34 - Gift certificate sponsored by Greg Mennie.

Handicraft

Committee: Susan Harrop 519-835-9738, Bonnie DenHoed 519-846-8466, Deb Veldhuizen 519-831-5433, Shirley McFarlane, Ann Giesel, Judy Eckhardt, Cathy Wierstra, Jenny Vervoort, Martha Amidon, Gerri McCullough, Becky Koeslag, Eileen Parkinson, Konny Herrlinger, Jade Ritter & Arin Douglas

Rules:

1. All articles must have been completed within the last two years and cannot be shown more than two years.

2. One entry per person per section.

3. All entries to be placed in hall Thursday evening prior to Fair Weekend between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. or on Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Entries arriving after 11:30 a.m. Friday will not be accepted.

4. All entries must be CLEAN and must be made by the exhibitor unless otherwise stipulated.

5. Please attach tags to all handiwork with SAFETY PINS prior to entering.

6. Tags available prior to fair at Joanie's and Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.

7. The award for the exhibitor with the most points overall in the Handicraft Section cannot be won by the same person two years in succession. If this occurs, the overall prize will be awarded to the person with the second highest point. This is our attempt to encourage and recognize other participants involved.

8. Point System 5 - 3 - 1

9. First Time Exhibitor to mark all entry tags on top right corner with a red sticker (provided by fair).

10. A copy of the entry form to be retained by the exhibitor as proof of ownership when picking up your exhibits on Sunday afternoon between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - No Exceptions.

11. Should there be more than (6) six entries in any section and on the advice of the judge, a 4th prize of $1.00 less than the 3rd prize will be awarded.

12. If using a commercial pattern, the name of the pattern designer/inspiration must be included on the tag. The is a copyright issue.

CLASS 47

Prize to the exhibitor with the most points in Handicraft a gift donated by Spinrite Yarns.

Prize to the first time exhibitor with the most points in Handicraft a Gift Certificate from Len’s Mill Store.

ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES

ANNUAL CHAMPIONSHIP QUILT COMPETITION 2024

Champion Hand Quilted & Machine Quilted Class Rules

Quilt to be solely made and quilted by exhibitor and exhibited and judged at the local fair - total perimeter measurement to be a minimum of 324 inches. The quilt can be Square, rectangle etc

a) hand quilted - see 6A

b) machine quilted - see Class 2 and 6D

Grand Champion from Fergus proceeds to the District Competition (fall of current year) and if successful to the Provincial

Championship selection at the Annual Convention of the OAAS in the following year. Grand prizes will be awarded in both classes at the Annual Convention (quilt to be retained by owner).

OAAS Champion Quilt & Reserve Champion Quilts at Fergus –Rosette

Quilts And Afghans

Prizes for sections 1-8: 1st -$12.00, 2nd - $8.00, 3rd - $6.00 unless noted.

Quilts must be made solely (pieced and quilted) by exhibitor unless otherwise stipulated. Name of pattern/designer to be attached when possible.

1. Beginner's first completed quilt – no size restriction

a) hand quilted

b) machine quilted – domestic – self guided

Sponsored by Susan Harrop.

2. Quilt, domestic/mid/long arm machine quilted - total perimeter minimum 324” - can be square, triangle, etc. Made solely by exhibitor.

a) edge to edge - pantograph or digital

b) self-guided - custom

Sponsored by Leslie Irvine & H.A. Kidd. Prizes may be gift or cash.

3. Modern quilt – minimum perimeter 200”.

a) solely pieced and quilted by exhibitor

b) pieced by exhibitor but quilted by another

Sponsored by Leslie Irvine.

4. ‘Quilt as you go Quilt’ – minimum perimeter 200”.

Sponsored by Eileen Parkinson

5. Christmas Quilt – minimum perimeter 200”.

6. Pieced Quilts

a) solely made and hand quilted by exhibitor - minimum perimeter 324”

b) pieced by exhibitor but quilted by another - piecing only to be judged - minimum perimeter less than 300”

c) pieced by exhibitor but quilted by another - piecing only to be judged - perimeter 300” or greater

d) pieced and domestic self-guided, machine quilted (not long arm) solely by exhibitor - minimum perimeter 324”

Sections 6 a) sponsored by Eileen Parkinson, 6b) sponsored by Len's Mill Store - with gift certificate. Section 6d) Cheryl Westlake

7. Designer’s Choice Quilt - no restrictions on textile and shape. Design innovation and/or originality expected and to include thread sketching or thread painting. Must be own original design. Sponsored by Ruth Kennedy.

8. Couch Throw Quilt - less than/equal to 324” perimeter, but greater than 200” perimeter

a) soley pieced and home domestic self guided, machine quilted by exhibitior

b) pieced by exhibitor, quilted by another

Prizes for sections 9 to 12: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00

9. Child's Quilt, purchased top - hand quilted

10. Child's Quilt, pieced and/or appliquéd -perimeter 132 -180"

a) hand quilted b) machine quilted

11. Wall Hanging - ready to hang - unframed

a) pieced, hand quilted

b) pieced and machine quilted

c) appliquéd and machine quilted

d) seasonal – any technique (not Christmas)

Handicraft - Continued...

12. Small Quilt perimeter no larger than 72”

a) hand quilted

b) machine quilted

To the exhibitor with the most points in Quilts (sections 1-12) a Gift Certificate from Country Lane Quilts- Melissa Stewart

To the exhibitor in 2nd place in Quilts a gift certificate from Len’s Mill Store

To the exhibitor in 3rd place in Quilts a gift certificate Fabricland

Judges Choice - Best Quilt of the Show Sponsored by Virginia Ingleby

Prizes for sections 13 to 14: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 All prizes to be Gift Certificates donated by Len’s Mill Store

13. Afghan, minimum 40” x 54”

a) knit b) crocheted

14. Lap afghan, minimum 30” x 36” to maximum 36” x 40”

a) knit b) crocheted

Best Afghan – Judge’s Choice – Rosette

Infant’s Wear

Health Canada Product Safety Bureau recommends children’s clothing have alternative closures instead of drawstrings, ribbons or ties at head and neck area to prevent strangulation hazard.

Prizes for sections 15-19: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00. Sponsored by String Theory Yarn Shop as Gift Certificates (not #19)

15. Two-piece set of jacket and bonnet/hat

a) knit, new born b) knit, over 6 month size

16. Knitted dress

17. Shawl

18. Blanket, approx. 30” x 45” a) knit b) crocheted

19. Bib - home sewn

To the exhibitor with the most points in Infant’s Wear - a gift certificate donated by Len’s Mill Store.

Children’s Wear (up to size 14)

Please read Health Canada Product Safety Bureau recommendations under Infant’s Wear. Prizes for sections 20 to 29: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00

20. Child's

a) slippers b) pajamas - 2 piece set

c) nightgown d) boxer shorts

21. Apron

22. Child’s sewn fabric dress

23. Sleep Sack

Classes 24-29 sponsored by String Theory Yarn Shop, Fergus as gift certificates

24. Pullover sweater, knit

a) solid colour b) multi-colour (not variegated)

25. Sweater - character and/or picture knitted in

26. Cardigan (with or without buttons)

27. Toque a) knit b) crocheted

28. Toddler – sweater and hat set

29. Mitts, knit

Adults Wear

Prizes: $10.00, $8.00, $6.00

Sponsored by Groves Hospital Volunteer Association

30. Sewn Adult Chemo Headwear – all entries donated

31. Knit/Crochet Adult Chemo Cap - all entries donated

Prizes for sections 32 to 35: $7.00, $6.00, $4.00

Sponsored by String Theory Yarn Shop, Fergus as Gift Certificates

32. Long Sleeve, worsted weight, knit

a) solid colour b) more than one solid colour (not variegated)

33. Crocheted/Knit handbag or purse

34. Long sleeve Cardigan (with or without buttons)

35. Yarn Cowl

Prizes for sections 36 to 46: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00

Classes 36-42 sponsored by String Theory Yarn Shop, Fergus as Gift Certificates

36. Prayer Shawl

37. Scarf

a) knit b) crocheted

38. Socks

a) more than one solid colour (not variegated yarn)

b) solid or variegated yarn

39. Headwear - adult winter toque/hat

40. Headwear - ski head-band

41. Headwear - messy bun/ponytail hat

42. Fingerless Gloves or Mittens

43. Blouse

44. Ladies’ skirt - sewn

45. Ladies’ top - sewn

46. Apron - made from a man's shirt

To the exhibitor with the most points in - SewingAdult and Children’s Wear Sections 20-23 and 43-46 - a gift certificate donated by Fabricland.

To the exhibitor with the most points in - Knitting/CrochetingAfghans, Adult and Children’s Wear Sections 13-14, 24-29, 32-42 - a gift certificate donated by Lens Mill.

Dining And Living Room Accessories

Prizes for sections 47 to 53: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00

47. Fabric table cloth

48. Fabric cushion

49. Mug Rug (2)

50. Hot Pads (2)

51. Table Runner - fabric

a) pieced b) machine decorative stitching

52. Fabric Table Topper - maximum 24” x 24”

53. Fabric bun basket liner

Handicraft - Continued...

Kitchen Accessories

Prizes for sections 54 to 61: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00

54. Decorated tea towel

55. Two different cotton dishcloths – knit

56. Two different cotton dishcloths – crocheted

57. Casserole carrier

58. Fabric Tea Cozy

59. Kitchen Apron

a) bib apron b) half apron

60. Set of two homemade place mats (no computerized quilting)

a) practical b) pieced (quilting optional)

c) festive/seasonal (not Christmas)

61. Homemade shopping bag - fabric

To the exhibitor with the most points in Dining Room, Living Room, and Kitchen Accessories - prize donated by Fergus Agricultural Society.

Crafts

In memory of Phyllis Willfang this section is sponsored in part by Garry Willfang.

Prizes for sections 62 to 64: $7.00, $5.00, $4.00

62. Purse/handbag with a closure (not knit/crocheted)

63. Creative stitchery picture, ready to hang

64. Cross-stitch picture, unframed, mounted with back visible

a) counted - greater than 12“ of stitching

b) counted - less than or equal to 12” of stitching

Prizes for sections 65 to 85: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00

65. Wall hanging (not quilted)

66. Article made using recycled material

a) fabric b) other

- please indicate original use separately, must be easily transported

67. Wedding/Party Favour

68. Bedroom slippers, any design, adult only

69. Decorated picture frame

70. Article of wool felting

71. Handmade greeting or note card - no envelopes please

*Please enter in a clear plastic bag*

a) stamped b) paper folding c) other

72. Stuffed toy, any design, any material

a) sewn b) knit/crochet

73. Novelty pincushion

74. Front door decoration - no wreaths

75. Outdoor front entrance decoration - no door decorations.

To the exhibitor with the most points in Crafts sections 62 to 75prize donated by Kankainen Family.

76. Decorated gift bag a) cloth b) paper

77. Wreath (not Christmas)

78. Halloween Trick or Treat bag

79. Hand coloured page – any medium to colour

80. One article of hand made jewelry - any medium, mounted

81. Article of string art – not greater than 60” perimeter

82. Woodworking article – no larger than 2 feet square

83. Digital Memory Scrapbook

84. Memory scrapbook - single page only

a) Birthday b) Wedding c) Vacation

85. Memory scrapbook - double page only

a) Fall Fair b) Generations

To the exhibitor with the most points in Crafts section 76 to 85 prize donated by Fabricland

Christmas Corner Collection

Sponsored in part by Robert Wierstra Excavating Ltd.

Prizes for sections 86 to 98: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00

86. Christmas wall hanging (ready to hang)

87. Front door decoration a) Wreath b) Other

88. Three different tree ornaments, mounted

89. Stocking

90. Tree skirt - any size

91. Christmas Angel, maximum height 18”

92. Placemats (2) - no computerized quilting

93. Painted Christmas item

94. Christmas table centrepiece

95. Apron

96. Memory scrapbook - double page (no digital)

97. Fabric Table runner a) quilted b) other

98. Three different gift tags - mounted Three different techniques required.

Joan Jefferson Special: Prize to the exhibitor with most points in Christmas section sponsored by the John Jefferson family in her memory.

Senior Citizens (60 And Over)

Sponsored in part by Sheree Bessey. Prizes for sections 99 to 105: $6.00, $5.00, $4.00

99. Photo taken during your childhood, including story of the event – mounted – not to exceed 12” x 14”

100. Lap quilt - piecing only to be judged.

101. Handmade doll clothing, displayed on a doll.

102. Handmade Christmas Card

103. My first attempt at a new craft as a Senior.

104. Hand crafted bookmark, any medium

105. Knitted Toy

To the exhibitor with most points in the Senior Citizens’ section –donation compliments of Victoria Park Seniors – Fergus

Specials

106. Triangle Sewing Centre, Guelph Article suitable for home décor or personal use created using fabric scraps from a previous project. Prize to be gift certificate for 1st and 2nd Place

107. Shirley McFarlane Special Small Halloween quilt not to exceed 72” in perimeter. Home machine quilted. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd.

108. Quilter’s Nine Patch, Elmira - A Bag

Larger than a coin purse, but smaller than a laundry bag – this bag can be an original design or one from a pattern. Entries will be judged on fabric choice, workmanship and trendy appearance. Let’s wow the judges!

Prizes -$15 & $10 (gift cards).

109. Susan Harrop Special

‘Snowmen Theme’ – wall hanging not to exceed 120” in perimeter - with one or more snowmen.

Prizes $10.00 & $8.00

110. Ruth Kennedy Special

Wallhanging – utilizing Paper Piecing.

Prizes: 1st - $10.00, 2nd - $6.00, 3rd - $4.00

111. Grand Quilt Guild, Fergus

Quilt Top - minimum perimeter 300”

Prizes: 1st - $20.00, 2nd - $15.00, 3rd - $10.00, 4th $5.00

112. Grand Quilt Guild, Fergus

Quilt Blocks with Variations

Take two traditional quilt blocks and create a variation for each block . Total =4 quilt blocks. Please pin all together in left hand corner with a safety pin.

Prizes: 1st - $8.00, 2nd - $6.00, 3rd - $4.00

113. Len's Mill Special

A quilted article incorporating at least two different borders.

Prizes: 1st - $15.00, 2nd - $10.00, 3rd - $5.00 (gift cards).

114. Judy Eckhardt Special

‘It started with a Panel’. An article that began as a panel. It must have additional piecing added to the panel as part of the design and be quilted by hand or machine. No computerized quilting. Maximum perimeter 190 inches.

Prizes: 1st - $12.00, 2nd - $8.00, 3rd - $5.00.

115. Henny Veldhuizen Special:

A flower theme wall hanging not to exceed 120” in perimeter.

Prizes: 1st - $25.00, 2nd - $15.00, 3rd - $10.00.

Sponsored by Almost Anything Wood.

116. Gerri McCullough Special:

A Wallhanging no larger than perimeter of 90 inches to reflect a ‘Fall Theme’.

Prizes: 1st - $25.00, 2nd - $15.00, 3rd - $10.00.

117. Frances Paulissen Special

Repurposed Garment - must include a photo of the original article. Prizes: 1st - $10.00, 2nd - $5.00, 3rd - $3.00.

118. Bonnie DenHoed Special

Three hand crafted greeting cards 3 different techniques. Prize to be gift.

119. Robert Wierstra Excavating Ltd. – Mitten Tree

One pair of home made mittens – no restriction on material, size nor pattern. All entries donated to a needy cause.

Prizes: 1st - $25.00, 2nd - $15.00, 3rd - $10.00.

120. Canadian Embroidery Guild - Guelph

Creative use of traditional and/or contemporary hand embroidery stitching techniques using the theme “Stitched Delights” . 3D items allowed.

Prizes: 1st - $10.00, 2nd - $6.00, 3rd - $4.00.

121. Elora Apothecary & Trailside Pharmacy

Seniors’ Survival Basket. A gift basket for a new ‘senior’ friend - no greater than 15” . Minimum 6 items with humour encouraged.

Prizes: 1st -$12.00, 2nd-$8.00, 3rd -$5.00

122. Guelph Guild of Handweavers and Spinners

Miscellaneous Needlecraft:

a) any handwoven article

b) article (woven, knit, crochet) using handspun fibre

Prizes: 1st $10.00, 2nd $6.00, 3rd $4.00

123. Caring Cuddles

A comfort item to be used by Frist Responders to comfort a child in an emergency situation – a small quilt, blanket, toy etc. All entries donated to the Fergus Fire Department. Sponsored by Grand River Physiotherapy/Trailside Physiotherapy

Prizes: $25.00, $15.00, $10.00.

SUPPORTED ABILITIES

CLASS 48A

Contact: Deb Veldhuizen 519-843-1681, Susan Harrop 519-835-9738

The Fergus Fall Fair encourages submissions from individuals over the age of 15 with developmental differences who reside in the County of Wellington. The following categories are chosen to showcase a vast variety of talents and skills. In fairness to ALL of the exhibitors in this section, we encourage each individual to produce their own authentic work with minimal assistance from others.

Prizes: 1st -$6.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$4.00, 4th -$3.00, 5th -$2.00 Sponsored by Almost Anything Wood, Fergus.

1. Photography – 2 mounted 4” x 6” pictures of nature

2. Creative Art – sketch, painting, sculpture, clay, wood, sewing. If mounted, no more than 12” x 18”

3. Creative Craft – sewing, knitting

4. Baking – 4 cookies or squares on a plate or a slice of cake, loaf or pie on a plate

5. Nature Themed Craft – made with items found outdoors.

Art

Committee: Terrie Theaker 519-787-1669, Chelsie Theaker

Rules:

1. All entries to be placed in hall on Thursday, prior to the fair between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. or on Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Entries arriving after 11:30 a.m. on Friday will not be accepted.

2. All works of art to have been done by the exhibitor within the last year, must be framed or mounted and ready to hang.

3. Judges shall in all cases withhold award or prize where the exhibit is not worthy even though there is no competition, and may award 2nd or 3rd prize if the exhibit does not meet proper standard of excellence.

4. Only one entry allowed per section by the exhibitor.

5. Entries to be removed Sunday, between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

6. Points awarded 1st - 3, 2nd - 2, 3rd - 1.

CLASS 49

Prizes for sections 1 to 32: $6.00, $4.00, $2.00

Children: Junior Kindergarten to Grade 2

1. Painting - water colour

2. Drawing - crayon

3. Drawing any medium related to "Me and My Friends or Family"

4. Any subject - any medium

Children: Grades 3 - 5

5. Cartoon - any medium

6. Collage

7. Painting - water colour

8. Drawing any medium related to Fair theme

9. Any subject - any medium

Children: Grades 6 - 8

10. Cartoon - any medium

11. Collage

12. Painting - water colour

13. Drawing any medium related to Fair theme

14. Any subject - any medium

Children: Grades 9 - 12

15. “Selfie” or self-portrait, any medium

16. Painting - oil or acrylic

17. Painting - water colour

18. Drawing - coloured pencils

19. Sculpture - any medium

20. Any subject - any medium

Ages 18 and Over – Any Medium

21. Landscape

22. Water scene

23. Seasonal (depicting any season)

24. Still life or flower(s)

25. Animal(s) or bird(s)

26. House, barn or public building in this area

27. Portrait

28. Painted wooden object

29. Agricultural scene

30. Sculpture

31. Abstract

32. Any subject - any medium

A gift donated by Theaker’s Collision Ltd. to the exhibitor with the highest points in each age group listed above.

Specials:

33. ‘Wheels in Motion’

Ages 12 and under. Any medium depicting anything with wheels bicycle, motorcycle, car, truck, tractor – even lawn mower. It can be past or futuristic – Have Fun!

Prizes: $25.00, $15.00, $10.00.

34. ‘Wheels in Motion’

Ages 13 and over. Any medium depicting anything with wheels bicycle, motorcycle, car, truck, tractor – even lawn mower. It can be past or futuristic – Have Fun!

Prizes: $25.00, $15.00, $10.00.

Sponsored by Theaker’s Collision Ltd.

Antiques

Committee: Denise Kankainen 519-780-7750, Mary Mennie, Jean Homer, Jessica Swanston

CLASS 50

Rules: Please read General Rules and Regulations.

1. Antiques must be 50 years of age or older. Preference given to oldest article shown if under 50 years.

2. Exhibitors must own article being entered.

3. In fairness to others, no dealers may enter.

4. All articles will be displayed in locked showcase.

5. All entries to be placed in hall on the Thursday before Fair weekend between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. or on the Friday morning before the Fair weekend between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Entries arriving after 11:30 a.m. on Friday will not be accepted.

6. The back copy of entry form to be retained by exhibitor OR copy of online entry form as proof of ownership when picking up exhibits on Sunday of Fair weekend between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. No exceptions.

7. Exhibitors may only enter one article per section.

8. Articles only to be removed by committee.

9. All entry tags must be securely fastened. NO TAPE TO BE USED.

10. No article to be higher than 8 inches in height.

Prizes: 1st -$3.00, 2nd -$2.50, 3rd -$2.00

Antiques are shown at own risk.

Sponsored by Steve Parr - Parr Auctions.

Photography

CLASS 51

Prizes: 1st - $5:00, 2nd - $3.00, 3rd - $2.00

Adult Photography Sections 1 to 13.

1. Birds in Nature -1 regular size photo

2. Waterways -1 regular size photo

3. Birthday Bash -1 regular size photo

4. What a Winter -1 regular size photo

5. Smile -1 regular size photo

6. Shadow -1 regular size print

7. Trails -1 regular size photo

8. Country Scene -1 regular size photo

9. Sunrises and Sunsets -1 regular size photo

10. My Favourite Things -1 regular size photo

11. Things with wings -1 regular size photo

12. Digital Composite -two regular size photo on black Bristol board with 1" border. First one is original and the other is the same as the original but something cropped out of it

13. Digital Crop -two regular size photo on black Bristol board with 1" border. First one is original and other is the same as the original but something cropped out of it.

Committee: Robert Ecclestone 519-843-9976, Amy Witzel

Rules:

1. All entries to be placed in the hall on Thursday before Fair weekend between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. or Friday before Fair weekend between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Entries arriving after 11:30 a.m. on Friday will not be accepted.

2. All photos to be taken by the exhibitor, and only one entry per class section.

3. No entry to have been shown more than one year. Regular size prints means no larger than four by six (4 inches by 6 inches).

4. All entries in Section 1 to 13 (Adult photography) must be mounted on black paper with one inch border, single mat only. Each photograph in Section 14 to 21 (Junior Photography) must be mounted on white paper with one inch border.

5. Regular size prints means no larger than four by six (4 inches by 6 inches).

6. Prizes will be awarded at the discretion of the judges. Prizes will be awarded only on merit.

7. The photography class is open to anyone except those who make their living from photography.

8. All entries to be removed Sunday between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

9. Entry tags must be attached to the bottom left corner of the mount.

Junior Photography Sections 14 to 21.

14. First Day of School -1 regular size photo

15. Fun at the Farm -1 regular size photo

16. Fall Fun Times -1 regular size print

17. Sun and Fun -1 regular size photo

18. My Pet -1 regular size photo

19. Look at Me -1 regular size photo

20. Me at the Fair -1 regular size photo

21. Bugs -1 regular size print

A $15.00 prize to the exhibitor with the most points in sections 1 to 13 and 14 to 21 sponsored by D & I Photo.

CLASS 52 - Love of Cats OPEN TO ALL AGES

This class is dedicated to a great Fall Fair friend Gayle Caudle who passed December 5th, 2021. Gayle was a great ambassador the the Fair whether it be through sponsorship/volunteering or bringing her family to the Fair. Gayle loved all animals, but cats were her favourite. Show us your favourite cat(s) photo.

Sections:

Favourite photo of cat(s) Prizes: 1st -$20.00, 2nd -$10.00 1- 5X7 mounted on red Bristol board with 1" border

Youth

Committee: Mary Fraser 519-843-4498, Cindy Lindsay 519-843-3656, Linda Wing, Lucy Dyment, Irene Bultena, Marilyn Abraham, Sarah Osborne, Amanda Wing

Rules:

1. Exhibitor must be the prescribed age as of the first day of the fair

2. For all youth sections 1 – 98, entrants’ AGE must be printed and circled at the top of the entry tag. Participant’s are encouraged to enter in age appropriate class. Other entries will be disqualified.

3. All exhibited food items must be on a paper plate and in a SEALED plastic bag. No mixes. Tag to be stapled to the outside of the bag

4. Entries to be dropped off in the hall on the Thursday prior to the Fair Weekend from 7 pm to 8:30 pm and/or Friday from 9 am to 11:30 am.

5. No article to be shown more than two (2) years.

6. *Please use recipes provided*

7. Parents are urged to allow the children to do the work and preparation of the exhibits without assistance. Please encourage them in every way, but remember that every bit of work you do for them defeats the objectives of the fair.

8. Entries to be removed Sunday between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm

Horticulture

How to prepare fruit and vegetables to show:

· choose medium carrots and potatoes.

· choose regular shaped vegetables.

· choose vegetables as nearly the same shape and size as possible.

· cut off tops leaving only one inch. choose vegetables which are free from blemishes. polish with an old cloth or pantyhose. choose large onions. Bend the tops over some time before pulling so that the tops will stop growing.

· allow onions to dry in the sun. Do not peel.

· potatoes must not be washed.

· pumpkins and squash must have stems attached.

· all fruit and vegetables MUST be grown in the family garden.

CLASS 53

Prize money sponsored in part by Fraegrove Holsteins Inc.

Sections 1-83. Prizes: 1st -$4.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00

Ages 6 and under

Top Points award donated by Brighten Up

Sections:

1. Decorated Cookie. A cookie made by Mom or Dad, decorated by the child

2. Longest Carrot (tops not included)

3. Ages 4 And Under - A page of colouring from a colouring book or computer on white paper, using waxed crayons, mounted on construction paper.

4. Ages 5 & 6 - a page of colouring from a colouring book or computer on white paper, using waxed crayons, mounted on construction paper.

5. Farmer mask made out of a paper plate - no styrofoam.

6. Most unusual shaped vegetable from the garden

7. Finger painting creation on 8.5" x 11" white paper.

8. Decorated pencil holder/container.

9. Cotton Ball Snowman.

10. Lunch bag puppet-Cowboy.

11. Refrigerator magnet under 4".

12. Necklace made using pasta and/or cereal maximum 24".

13. Collage of pictures of farms on 8.5 x 11 paper, no scrapbook pages.

14. Collection from a walk 6 items in a plastic container with a secure lid. No bigger than 6" x 8". (no live creatures)

15. Printing on lined paper the numbers 1 to 10.

Ages 7, 8, 9 years old.

Top Points award donated by Clive and Linda Wing.

16. Decorated Rice Krispie Squares - 3

17. Chocolate Chip Cookies - 3

18. Mud Pies - 3* Use recipe provided.

19. Brownies-iced, 3

20. Lemon Loaf* Use recipe provided.

21. Oddest shaped vegetable

22. Longest cucumber

23. Collection of 3 root vegetables 2 of each (displayed in a container with a lid, container no larger than 13")

24. Bouquet of flowers for teacher's desk.

25. A Fall Scene using a variety of seeds maximum size of 8.5 x 11.

26. My Favourite Pizza-modeling material displayed on a paper plate in a sealable plastic bag. Pizza no larger the 6".

27. Printing in pencil on lined paper, the following:

WHETHER THE WEATHER BE FINE

Whether the weather be fine

Or whether the weather be not, Whether the weather be cold Or whether the weather be hot, We’ll weather the weather

Whatever the weather, Whether we like it or not.

Anonymous

28. Painted clay flower pot - not to exceed 6”

29. A picture of fireworks on black paper. Use glitter, sequins etc.

30. Article made of duct tape – no larger than 12”

Mud Pies

2 cups sugar

1/2 tsp. vanilla

6 tbsp. cocoa

1 cup shredded coconut

1/2 cup butter

3 cups oatmeal

1/2 cup milk

Melt cocoa, butter, sugar and milk in saucepan over medium heat; bring to boil. Keep at a rolling boil for extra 1 minute. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Stir in coconut and oatmeal. Drop by teaspoonful onto waxed paper. Chill.

Lemon Loaf

3/4 butter or margarine

1 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup white sugar

2 eggs

2 cups all purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1 grated rind of lemon

1 cup sour milk (use 1 tbsp vinegar in milk to sour)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F. Cream butter and sugars together. Beat in eggs 1 at a time. Stir next 4 dry ingredients in a small bowl. Add flour mixture to butter mixture in 3 parts alternately with sour milk in 2 parts, beginning and ending with flour. Stir in lemon rind. Mix until blended. Spread in greased loaf pan. Bake in oven for about 40 minutes until an inserted wooden pick comes out clean.

Topping: Heat 1 ½ tbsp. Lemon juice and ½ cup brown sugar. Stir to dissolve. Spoon over hot loaf.

Ages 10, 11 and 12 years old

Top Points award donated by Cor & Irene Bultena

31. Ginger Cookies (3)

32. Rocky Road Squares (3)* Use recipe provided

33. Shortbread cookies (3)

34. Decorated Cupcake (3) related to the Fair theme “Country Fun for Everyone”

35. Banana Bread (loaf)

36. Collection of 3 root vegetables, 2 of each (displayed in container with a lid, no larger than 13”)

37. Single bloom in a vase

38. Longest zucchini

39. Tomatoes, 3 on a plate in a sealable bag, large varieties only.

40. Ingredients in a jar – Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cup Cookies* Use recipe provided

41. Decorated rain boot.

42. Using twigs and pebbles, create a miniature campfire, mounted on a 6x6" solid base.

43. Handmade Christmas Ornament 4" or under

44. Soap Carving using standard soap bar

45. Make a craft item found online. Print the picture from the website and attach it to your creation. No larger than 8".

*Rocky Road Squares

1 cup icing sugar

1 beaten egg

½ cup butter

1 pkg butterscotch or chocolate chips

2 cups miniature marshmallows

Graham wafers (enough to line pan)

Instructions:

Melt icing sugar, egg, butter and chips in double boiler over medium heat. Cool slightly to prevent marshmallows from melting. Stir in miniature marshmallows. Line an 8”x8” pan bottom with graham wafers. Pour mixture over wafers. Chill before cutting.

*Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

1 + 1/4 cup rolled oats

3/4 cup all purpose flour

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/8 tsp baking soda

1/2 cup coarsely chopped dry roasted peanuts

1 cup miniature chocolate-covered peanut butter cups, halved

In a quart jar layer oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and peanuts. Place peanut butter cups in a plastic bag. Set on top of peanuts in jar. Seal jar; include directions for making cookies.

Attach the following instructions to the jar.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil. Remove peanut butter cups from jar; set aside. Empty the remaining contents of the jar into a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk together ½ cup creamy peanut butter, ¼ cup softened butter, 2 eggs and ½ tsp vanilla. Add to flour mixture; stir just until combined. Gently stir in peanut butter cups. Use a ¼ cup measure or scoop to drop mounds of dough about 4 inches apart onto prepared cookie sheet. Flatten dough mounds to about ¾ inch thick. Bake for 12 – 14 minutes or until edges are brown. Cool on cookie sheet for 1 minute. Transfer to rack and let cool. (For regular sized cookies, drop by rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart on cookie sheet. Bake for 9 – 11 minutes.)

Ages 13, 14 and 15 years

Top Points award donated by Mary Fraser.

46. Maple Fudge (3) pieces, on a plate in a sealed plastic bag

47. White cupcakes, (3) iced using a decorator tip

48. ButterTart Squares (3), on a plate in a sealed plastic bag

49. Cinnamon Bun, (1) one on a plate in a sealed plastic bag

50. Favourite unbaked cookie (3), on a plate in a sealed plastic bag

51. Collection of 3 different Hosta leaves, 1 of each displayed in a vase

52. 3 colourful peppers on a plate in a clear sealable bag

53. Bouquet of home grown flowers shown in a mason jar

54. Woven article using ribbon

55. Painting on glass item, not a kit

56. Candle holders made from nature

57. Ingredients in a jar - Hazelnut Rocky Road Brownie Mix* Use recipe provided

58. Diamond Art no larger than 12"

59. Country Picnic table decoration, no water, maximum 10"

60. Adult colouring page using pencil crayons, mounted on black background with 1" border

Youth - Continued...

*Hazelnut Rocky Road Brownie Mix

1 ¼ cup granulated sugar

2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 ounce milk or dark chocolate, chopped (optional)

1 cup all purpose flour

¼ tsp baking soda

1/8 tsp salt

¼ cup chopped, toasted hazelnuts

1/3 cup tiny marshmallows

½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread

In a 1 quart jar layer sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped chocolate (if using). In a small bowl stir together flour , baking soda, and salt. Spoon over chocolate in jar. Top with hazelnuts and marshmallows. Spoon chocolate-hazelnut spread into a 4 ounce jar or a small resealable container to give with brownie mix.

Attach the following instructions to the jar.

Directions:

Preheat oven to 325 F. Line a 9x9x2 inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over the edges of the pan. Grease the foil; set the pan aside. Set aside the chocolate-hazelnut spread for the frosting. In a large bowl whisk together 2/3 cup melted butter and 3 eggs until well combined. Add the contents of the jar to the butter mixture; stir until well combined. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 35 minutes. (moist crumbs will remain attached to wooden toothpick inserted near centre of brownies.) Cool brownies in pan on a wire rack. For frosting, in medium bowl beat ¼ cup softened butter with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds. Add ½ cup powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Beat in reserved chocolate-hazelnut spread until smooth. If necessary, beat in 1 – 2 tsps milk to make frosting spreading consistency. Spread frosting over cooled brownies. Use foil to lift uncut brownies out of pan. Place on cutting board. Cut into bars.

Special Needs Category

(Theme is Country Fun For Everyone)

Prize Monies and Top Points Award donated by Jewels Under The Kilt

61. Painted Rock

62. Colouring page. Theme related

63. Decorated wooden spoon

64. A free drawn picture – Theme related

65. Necklace from buttons

66. Decorated flip flop

67. Collage – Theme related

68. The following sentence printed on line paper “Country Fun For Everyone”

OPEN CLASS

Ages 15 and under

Top points Award for the Open Class donated by Centre Wellington Dental

69. Tic-Tac-Toe board game and 3-D game pieces, all homemade/ decorated. Board to be under 8” square.

70. A "Three Little Pig" stick house made from pretzels, no larger than 8" in any direction

71. Wreath for a door, no larger than 12" in any direction

72. Pinecone animal, shown in a sturdy, shallow container

73. Handmade Nest with eggs, any medium

74. Any completed article – hand sewn

75. Any completed article – machine sewn

76. Wind Chimes up to 12" in length and 8" in width.

77. Largest maple leaf – pressed or waxed, mounted. Stem is not included when measuring..

78. Book mark

79. Painted stone, no larger than 6”

80. A single page of scrapbooking, including photos. One side to be judged, relating to theme: “Country Fun for Everyone”

81. Acrylic Pour Painting - On a piece of canvas no bigger than 8x10", creating a one of a kind piece of art.

82. Tallest stalk of corn, no roots*

83. Largest sunflower head – 2 inch stem attached*

*Note that Sections 82 & 83 sponsored by JR Scott (Scotty) will be displayed with the field crops*

Painting ones

Youth Specials:

Baking Specials

84. Jennifer Craig Special (Ages 15 and under) – 3 Scones with raisins. Prizes: 1st - $7.00, 2nd - $5.00, 3rd - $2.50

85. Rob Black Special 1st - $5.00, 2nd - $3.00, 3rd - $2.00

a) 3 plain oatmeal cookies (Ages 9 and under)

b) 3 peanut butter cookies (Ages 10 to 15 years)

86. Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies

Plain Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest

Open to all youth up to age 15 (as of December 31, 2023). The entry to consist of 8 homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies (no nuts) (max. 3" and min. 2") to be displayed on a firm, disposable plate. Judging to be based on presentation, general appearance, internal appearance and flavor. The winning entrant to participate in District 7 Competition in November.

Sponsored by: Intelligent Computer Systems

Prizes: 1st - $7.00, 2nd - $5.00, 3rd - $3.00

Youth - Continued

Horticulture Specials

Open to Centre Wellington students in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 as of September of the current year.

87. Gr. JK to Grade 2 – "Save the environment"

Create an arrangement in a recycled container. Use a minimum of 3 kinds of foliage and 2 flowers/vegetables from your garden/flower bed..

Sponsored by the Elora and Salem Horticultural Society.

Prizes: 1st - $7.00, 2nd - $5.00, 3rd - $3.00

88. Gr. 3 to Gr. 6 - " Miniature Scarecrow"

Make a scarecrow using all parts of an ear of corn including the stalk - accessories allowed. Maximum height 18" (46 cm.) tall.

Sponsored by the Elora and Salem Horticultural Society

Prizes: 1st - $12.00, 2nd - $9.00, 3rd – $6.00

89. JK to Gr. 6 – "Nature in Bloom"

Create an arrangement featuring grasses and fresh flowers. Accessories to include an item relating to the theme “Country Fun for Everyone”

Sponsored by the Fergus Horticultural Society

Prizes: 1st - $15.00, 2nd - $10.00

Quilting/Knitting/Crochet Specials

90. Grand Quilt Guild, Fergus.

3 Pieced Quilt Blocks. Hand or machine sewn. NO panels accepted. Open to youth 15 and under.

Prizes: 1st - $15.00, 2nd - $10.00, 3rd - $5.00

91. Judy Howse- Ward Special

Apprentice Program: Open to youth 15 and under. One completed piece of quilted work, minimum 60" perimeter, no maximum size. Entries can be hand or machine pieced and hand or machine quilted. No panels accepted.

Prizes: 1st - $10.00, 2nd - $6.00, 3rd - $4.00

92. I’m Learning to Knit

Open to youth ages 15 and under. An article of knitting demonstrating at least two different stitches (not counting cast on/off).

Sponsored by Susan Harrop

Prizes: 1st - Knitting Gift, 2nd - $3.00, 3rd - $2.00

Arts/Crafts Specials

94. Ferrier's Farm Stand Special

a) Hand Painted Pumpkin for Halloween (no stencils, no carving) Ages 9 and under

Prizes: 1st -$5.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00

b) Hand Painted Pumpkin for Halloween (no stencils, no carving) Ages 10 to 15 years

Prizes: 1st -$7.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$3.00

95. Michael Black Special

Create a 9 cm x 14 cm hand drawn bumper sticker promoting 'Country Life'. (coloured)

Prizes: 1st - $5.00, 2nd - $3.00, 3rd - $2.00

96. Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies

‘Youth Poster Competition’

Original Hand Made Design

Theme: Promoting Your Fair – name and date of fair must be clearly shown on the poster.

Size: Minimum 22 cm x 28 cm without border

Maximum 28 cm x 44 cm without border

Sponsored by Burnside Farms

Prizes: 1st -$7.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$3.00

a) Junior - youth up to and including grade 4

b) Intermediate - grade 5 to grade 8, inclusive

c) Senior - grade 9 to grade 12, inclusive

Entry to be mounted on Cardstock or Bristol Board to give a 2" border. Name of Fair, District, Owner and School to be clearly labeled on back of each entry. Judging to be based on overall appearance, ability to attract and hold attention, competition theme clear, and the quality of materials/end product. The winning entrant goes to this year's District Competition.

97. Centre Wellington Dental Special

Prizes: 1st -$10.00, 2nd -$6.00, 3rd -$4.00

Scarecrow -up to 3' high. Must be standing on a sturdy base.

98. Wellington County Farm & Home Safety Association

a) JK to SK - On 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper draw a picture on any safety topic. Include a sentence to explain the safety topic. A parent may assist with the sentence.

Prizes: 1st -$5.00, 2nd -$3.00, 3rd -$2.00

b) Gr 1 to Gr 2- On an 8" x 11" sheet of paper, draw a fire escape plan for your house. Show the location of the fire extinguishers and smoke alarms

Prizes: 1st -$10.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$3.00

c) Gr 3 to Gr 6 Use lego to create a farm scene that showcases practicing farm safety. Place the lego scene on sturdy base for display. 18" x 12" max size.

Prizes: 1st -$10.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$3.00

93. I’m Learning to Crochet

Open to youth ages 15 and under. An article of crocheting demonstrating at least two different stitches (not counting starting chain/bind off).

Sponsored by Susan Harrop

Prizes: 1st - Crochet Related Gift, 2nd - $3.00, 3rd - $2.00

d) Grade 7 - Grade 9. On an 8" x 11" sheet of paper draw a picture on any safety topic. Include a sentence on the picture to explain what your safety topic is.

Prizes: 1st -$10.00, 2nd -$5.00, 3rd -$3.00

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School Exhibits

Committee: Judy Eckhardt 519-846-2214

CLASS 54

Theme: ‘Country Fun For Everyone' PLEASE PRE-REGISTER FOR SPACE AVAILABILITY.

Rules:

1. Mural/Art displays open to all schools in the Centre Wellington Area.

2. One display per school.

3. School name is to be found on display.

4. Space allowed is 4 x 4 feet and space on the wall behind.

5. School exhibits to be placed in the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex Hall on the Thursday prior to the Fair Weekend between 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. sharp and must be removed on the Sunday between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Each school will receive a cheque of $25.00 for entering.

baby show

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Beginning at 12:00 noon in the Entertainment Tent.

CLASS 57

Committee Chair: Leah Veldhuizen 519-820-2133

All categories are open to all babies from 0 to 24 months. Please note the youngest babies are judged first, progressing by age.

NO ENTRY FORMS OR PAYMENT NEEDED. Please be prepared to pay gate admission.

0 to 3 months baby girl 0 to 3 months baby boy

4 to 6 months baby girl 4 to 6 months baby boy

7 to 12 months baby girl 7 to 12 months baby boy

13 to 18 months baby girl 13 to 18 months baby boy

19 to 24 months baby girl 19 to 24 months baby boy

SPECIAL CLASS: Fair Theme "Country Fun For Everyone". Open class: 0-24 months, dress up to represent the fair theme.

Sponsored by Baking by Becky, Brighten Up, Dribbity Bibbity Bibs, John and Lillian Worton in memory of Helen Waterhouse (Women’s President 1963), Kristina Cricuts, Magic Pepple Books, Norwex, Resprout, Ron Wilkin Jewellers Ltd., Sweet Teethers, The Knot and Loop, The Swan & Fox, Tupperware.

Cookie Decorating

Sunday, September 17, 2023

12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.

Committee: Erin Knight 519-820-0718

CLASS 58

Children of all ages are welcome to join Nancy Ingram and Erin Knight for some cookie decorating fun! Show your creativity as you decorate a special treat to take home or eat right away! Please meet us near the back of the Entertainment Tent by the main entrance from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday. Hope to see everyone there!

Sponsored by Dominion Lending - FC Funding, License # 10671, Independently Owned and Operated

Pedal Pull

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Committee: Laura Ecclestone 519-843-5110

Sara Machin

CLASS 59

Children get to enjoy some pint-sized fun on our mini track. Challenge your opponents using the pedal toy tractors and mini skids - almost like the big truck and tractor pulls. The roaring sound doesn't come from a motor but from the enthusiastic crowd!

1. 40 lbs. and under

3. 51 to 60 lbs.

5. 71 to 80 lbs.

7. 91 to 100 lbs.

2. 41 to 50 lbs.

4. 61 to 70 lbs.

6. 81 to 90 lbs.

Prizes sponsored by DeBoer’s Farm Equipment – Kubota Canada, Ecclestone Financial and TC Trailers.

YARD DISPLAY CONTEST

Committee: Susan Harrop 519-835-9738

Robert Ecclestone 519-843-9976

CLASS 55

OBJECTIVE: To create a display promoting the Fergus Fall Fair’s annual theme.

OPEN TO: Any residence within the Centre Wellington community area. One entry per residence.

Theme: “Country Fun for Everyone”

Rules:

1. No entry fee.

2. Displays must be in place and registered with a committee member no later than Saturday, September 2, 2023.

3. Display can be created with props and materials of your choice.

4. Display must be on private property and if in a rural area, a minimum of 10 feet away from fence lines.

5. Display to be accompanied by a sign that clearly states "See you at the Fergus Fall Fair, September 15, 16, 17". Sign must be visible from the road.

6. Displays must remain in place throughout the duration of the Fair weekend.

7. The judge(s) will judge entries on site, using the following criteria:

30% - Overall appearance (effective use of space, colour, neatness, uniqueness and general appeal)

30% - Incorporation of annual fall fair theme (originality)

40% - Promotional impact (visibility of fair dates, memorability)

8. All entries will receive one 8" x 10" picture to be displayed at the Fergus Fall Fair in the Exhibit Hall. Awards will be presented at the annual Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador Competition and Beef BBQ.

All qualifying entries to receive 2 vouchers to the fair.

Sponsored by

Fenton Farms and Kieswetter Custom Farming

Prizes: 1st - $100.00 + 4 Fair vouchers

2nd - $75.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

3rd - $40.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

4th - $30.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

5th - $20.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

6th - $10.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

Thanks

Business Display Competition

Committee: Susan Harrop 519-835-9738 Robert Ecclestone 519-843-9976

CLASS 56

OBJECTIVE: To create a display promoting the Fergus Fall Fair’s annual theme.

OPEN TO: Any business within the Centre Wellington community area. One entry per business.

Theme: “Country Fun for Everyone”

Rules:

1. No entry fee.

2. Displays must be in place and registered with a committee member no later than Saturday, September 2, 2023.

3. Display can be created with props and materials of your choice.

4. Display must be on private property and if in a rural area, a minimum of 10 feet away from fence lines.

5. Display to be accompanied by a sign that clearly states "See you at the Fergus Fall Fair, September 15, 16, 17". Sign must be visible from the road.

6. Displays must remain in place throughout the duration of the Fair weekend.

7. The judge(s) will judge entries on site, using the following criteria:

30% - Overall appearance (effective use of space, colour, neatness, uniqueness and general appeal)

30% - Incorporation of annual fall fair theme (originality)

40% - Promotional impact (visibility of fair dates, memorability)

8. All entries will receive one 8” x 10” picture to be displayed at the Fergus Fall Fair in the Exhibit Hall. Awards will be presented at the annual Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador Competition and Beef BBQ.

All qualifying entries to receive 2 vouchers to the fair.

Sponsored by The Wellington Advertiser and Downtown Fergus BIA

Prizes: 1st - $500.00 in Advertising with the Wellington Advertiser

2nd - $50.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

3rd - $40.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

4th - $30.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

5th - $20.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

6th - $10.00 + 2 Fair vouchers

For Sharing Your Fair Spirit!

Winners of 2022 Display competitions were: The Scott Family, Elora The Salon On The Grand, Fergus