Johnson County Fair July 22-25, 2018 Auction July 26, 2018

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Johnson County Fair

July 22-25, 2018 Auction July 26, 2018

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Boards, Youth Council, Staff, Clubs, FFA & Fairboard.………………………………..………3 4-H & FFA Schedule of Events ……………………………………………………………………..……6 Objectives and General Rules for Exhibitors………………………………………………………8 Iowa Youth Code of Ethics (For ALL Exhibitors)…………………………………………… ..….11 Fair Duties and Map…………………………………………………………………………………….…..13 Pizza Pop Stand Duties……………………………………………………………………………..….….15 Animal & Livestock Division Rules……………………………………………………………….……16 Auction………………………………………………………………………...……………………....21 Beef, Advanced Feeders……………………………………………………………..………….25 Beef, Breeding…………………………………………………………………………..…….…….22 Beef, Market…………………………………………………………………………………...…….23 Bucket Bottle…………………………………………………………………………………………26 Dairy Cattle……………………………………………………………………………………………27 Dairy & Meat Goat……………………………………………………………………….………..28 Dog………………………………………………………………………………………………….…....30 Herdsmanship………………………………………………………………………………….…….33

Horse & Pony………………………………………………………………………………………..34 Livestock Judging…………………………………………………………………………...........40

Pet………………………………………………………………………………………………..….…..41 Poultry……………………………………………………………………………………………..…..42 Rabbit………………………………………………………………………………………..…….…..43 Sheep……………………………………………………………………………………..…….……..48 Showmanship…………………………………………………………………………….…………49 Swine…………………………………………………………………………………….……………..50

Non-Livestock Static Exhibit Rules…………………………………………………….……………..52 Copyright Permissions……………………………………………………………………………..……..55 Judging Schedule for Non Animal Exhibits……………………………………………………….56

Ag & Natural Resources Department………………………………………………......56 Bucket of Flowers…………………………………………………………………………………..………..59 Clothing Event…………………………………………………………………….…………………….……..60

Communications……………………………………………………………………….………….62 Creative Arts……………………………………………………………………………….………..65 Family & Consumer Sciences…………………………………………………………..…….67 Hay bale Decorating Contest……………………………………………………….………..77 Mr. 4-H Contest……………………………………………………………………………..……..77 Personal Development…………………………………………………………………..……..69 Scarecrow Contest…………………………………………………………………………..……59 Science, Engineering & Technology…………………………………….………………..71 Share The Fun…………………………………………………………………….………………..72 Senior Recognition…………………………………………………………………………..…..73 State Fair Exhibits……………………………………………………………………..………….73 Working Exhibits………………………………………………………………………..…………74

Clover Kid Opportunities…………………………………………………………………………….……74

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2018 EXTENSION COUNCIL

Connie Brinton Lori Donahoe Marianne Klouda

John Schneider Scott Ritter Luann Pisarik

Scott Stutsman Denise Maier Karissa Wikert

2018 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Ronda Beasley Marge McArtor Bonnie Winslow-Garvin Donna Stutsman Jenna Miller

Linda Monroe Kevin Vondracek Andy Tomas Eileen Stumpf

Angela Hotz Alison Roe Travis Brockett Audra Nearad

2017-2018 4-H COUNTY YOUTH COUNCIL

Audra Schultz Cade Shramek Olivia Schultes Courtney Vondracek Amanda Whetstone Caroline Young Nataline Young

Aspen Erenberger Kailee Marshek Madi Meyer Logan Pfannebecker Ellie Ruppenkamp Quinn Schmidt Kolbe Schnoebelen

Sydney Alt Kaylie Barker Nicole Breese Jacob Boller Connor Burr Karli Burr Alyse Erenberger

ADVISORS: Dave and Michele Raim

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IOWA STATE & COUNTY EXTENSION STAFF

Gene Mohling……….....…………………………………….Regional Extension Education Director Janet Martin……………………………………………….Youth Program Specialist/Urban Program Camie Marshek…………………………………………..……County Youth Outreach Educator/4-H Brittnee Schneider…………………………………………………………………..…….Office Coordinator Shannon Bielicke..………………………………………………………………………….Program Associate Amey Kollar……………………………………………………………………………………Program Associate

JOHNSON COUNTY 4-H CLUB LEADERS (GRADES 4-12)

Coralville Excellence - Tracy Christopher Cosgrove Hustlers - Mary & Sid Greiner Deer Creek Ramblers – Sally Fisher East Lucas Clovers - Elaine Boeding, Nancy McReynolds Frelincs – Sheila Alt & Sam Nelson Golden Rule/Golden Stars - Mary Burr, Janet Driscoll, Brandi Slattery Graham Champions - Rhonda Miller & Josh Divoky Greencastle Barnstormers - Erek Sittig & Jessica Roman Johnson County Horse & Pony – Noel Maier, Kate Dale, Stevi Lacquement MacBride’s Pride - Lisa Haugland, Brenda Lindemann, Michelle Dvorsky Monroe Hustlers - Lisa Nearad, Bonnie Nemec Prairiemasters - Rich Burr Ramblin Recks & Rosies - Deanne Eden, Olivia Reschly, Mark Greve Sharon Center Sensations - Susan Young & Teresa Cox Sharp Shooters – Melissa & Shawn Swartzendruber, Ralph Cox, Greg Brenneman, Dean Colton Victory – Kimberly Martin

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CLOVER KID GROUPS (Grades K-3)

Cosgrove Hustlers Clover Kids - Mary Greiner, Deer Creek Ramblers Clover Kids (K-3) - Sally Fisher Frelincs Clover Kids (K-3)- Carrie Ronan & Samantha Griffitts Golden Rule/Golden Stars Clover Kids (K-3) - Mary Burr, Brandi Slattery Monroe Hustlers Clover Kids - Brooke Nemec, Beth Uthoff, Bonnie Nemec Sharon Center Sensations Clover Kids (K-3) – Tami Plank Solon Clover Kids– Amey Kollar Team Clover Kids (K-3) - Myrissa Gingerich

2018 FFA CHAPTERS

Iowa Mennonite FFA 1421 540th St., SW, Kalona 52247 319-683-2586 Lone Tree FFA 303 S Devoe St., Lone Tree 52755 319-629-4614 Mid-Prairie FFA PO Box 150, Wellman 52356 319-646-6091 West Branch FFA PO Box 279, West Branch 52358 319-643-7216

JOHNSON COUNTY AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Gary Bontrager -, President Gerald (Bub) Stockman Bill Rockafellow, Vice President Brad Fisher Charlie Isaacs, Secretary Howie Pewitt Michell Freeman, Treasurer Dean Miller Randy Lackender, Past President Kevin Hotz Brenda Christner, Business Manager Chris Tank Joan Dinnel

Ron Bandy

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Johnson County 4-H & FFA Fair 2018 SCHEDULE OF 4-H/FFA YOUTH EVENTS

TUESDAY, JULY 17

6pm Montgomery Hall Set Up

WEDNESDAY, JULY 18

5pm Prepare ALL Barns

FRIDAY, JULY 20

8:30am-3pm Project Judging of Static (non-animal) Exhibits, Montgomery Hall

8:30am Interviews for Bucket Bottle Exhibitors; Extension Office

5:00pm Model Rocket Launch, South Parking Lot

SATURDAY, JULY 21

6am Livestock may start arriving (except rabbits)

6am-9am ALL Market, Breeding Beef and Bucket Bottle calves brought checked and weighed at scale house. Scanning will take place at this time.

8:30am-9:30am Advanced Feeder Pens weighed and checked in at scale house

9am-12pm Poultry weigh in and check in

9am Dog Obedience Show, South Arena

11am-2pm Clover Kid static (non-animal) exhibit judging, Basement Montgomery Hall

12pm,Noon All animals and livestock must be in place (except rabbit)

12:30pm Sheep Weigh In/Check In

1:30pm Goat Weigh In/Check In (or the conclusion of sheep weigh in)

SUNDAY, JULY 22

7am-10am Rabbit Check In

TBA Swine Weigh In

8:30 Sheep Exhibitor Meeting, South Arena

8:30am-10am Horse Check In, South Outdoor Arena

9am Sheep Show, South Arena

10am Horse Show, South Outdoor Arena

10am Bucket of Flowers and Scarecrow entries due, Master Garden Area

10am All round bale decorating complete

10am-9pm Open House, Montgomery Hall

1pm-3pm Educational Presentations, Montgomery Hall

1pm Pet Show, South Arena

2pm Livestock Judging Contest, North Arena

2:30pm Clover Kid Pet Show, South Arena

10am-9pm Open House, Montgomery Hall

5pm Clothing Event Style Show, Variety Tent

5:30pm Mr. 4-H Contest, Variety Tent

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MONDAY, JULY 23

8:30am Swine Judging, North Arena

8:30am-10am Pony Check In, South Outdoor Arena

10am Pony Show, South Outdoor Arena

10am Rabbit Showmanship Contest; Rabbit Barn Breezeway

10am-9pm Open House, Montgomery Hall

10am-12pm Educational Presentations, Montgomery Hall

12:30pm Rabbit Exhibitor’s Meeting, Rabbit Barn Breezeway

1pm Rabbit Judging, Rabbit Barn

1pm-3pm Cow/Calf Check In, Scale House

2pm-6pm Working Exhibits, Montgomery Hall Basement

4:30pm Beef Exhibitor Meeting

6pm Share The Fun, Variety Tent

TUESDAY, JULY 24

7am-9am Cow/Calf Check In, Scale House

8:15am Dairy/Meat Goat Exhibitors’ Meeting, South Arena

8:30am Dairy/Meat Goat Judging, South Arena

10am-9pm Open House, Montgomery Hall

10am-12pm Educational Presentations, Montgomery Hall

11am Dairy Beef Judging, North Arena

12:30pm Judging of Advanced Feeder Pens

1:30pm Breeding Beef Show, North Arena

5pm Poultry Pageant/Crowing Contest

7pm Celebrity Bucket Bottle Costume Contest, North Arena

WEDNESDAY, JULY 25

8am Dog Agility and Rally, South Arena

9am Poultry Judging, Poultry Barn

10am-9pm Open House, Montgomery Hall

10am Bucket Bottle Judging, North Arena

12pm Market Beef Judging, North Arena

3pm Release Dairy Cattle

5pm Release of livestock EXCEPT animals for Auction

5:30pm Clover Kid Graduation, Variety Tent

5:30pm 4-H Award Ceremony and Senior Recognition, Variety Tent

7pm Ice Cream Party for 4-H Members & Families; Sponsored by Johnson County Ag Association

8pm Release of Exhibits in Montgomery Hall, Scarecrows, Bucket of Flowers

THURSDAY, JULY 26

7am Sheep Barn Clean Up

8am LIVESTOCK AUCTION

SATURDAY, JULY 28

5pm RAIN DATE ONLY Model Rocket Launch, meet at Extension Office

*** Schedule as of 4-18-18, please see website for changes.

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OBJECTIVES FOR THE COUNTY FAIR TO PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR 4-HERS TO Demonstrate, learn, and apply practical, university-researched methods of production,

management, or marketing of accomplishments. Continue life skill development in the areas of self-concept, decision-making,

communication, learning to learn, coping with change, citizenship, and leadership. Measure their progress and skills against individual goals and accepted standards. Participate in a variety of program opportunities at or beyond the county level. Gain personal satisfaction, meet new people, share ideas, and learn to work cooperatively.

TO PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO: See an updated, comprehensive image of Iowa's Youth and 4-H Program. View a showcase of accomplishments of 4-Hers. Learn new ideas from a variety of 4-H projects and experiences.

GENERAL RULES

1. RESPONSIBILITY All exhibits will be under the direction of the department project leader(s). Fair management will use diligence to ensure safety of all animals or articles entered for

exhibition, after their arrival and placement; but under no circumstances will they be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury.

Members and parents are responsible for knowing project rules and guidelines, which are the same for all 4-H and FFA members. All exhibits, activities, and programs must represent appropriate safety procedures in the development of exhibits around the evaluation process.

Exhibitor tents, grooming chutes, and personal property/equipment can NOT be delivered and/or set up before 5:00 p.m. on the Wednesday evening before fair.

All members will be required to keep all stalls and grounds neat and clean.

The Johnson County 4-H/FFA Fair is a youth event, with the safety of

exhibitors and exhibits a top concern. Exhibitors are expected to be

cooperative, courteous, and positive 4-H representatives, using appropriate

behavior and language. The use of drugs and alcohol is prohibited on the

fairgrounds. No smoking is allowed in any buildings.

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2. ELIGIBILITY Exhibitors must be bona fide Johnson County 4-H Members who filed enrollments in the

Johnson County Extension Office by May 15; or vocational agricultural members who are certified by their instructors by May 15.

Members must be enrolled in the specific project area in which a project is entered by May 15. Exhibits must be the work of the member as an outgrowth of a 4-H project.

Exhibitors must have completed 4th – 12th grade and have not graduated from high school prior to January 2015. 4-H/FFA members become ineligible to exhibit upon completion of the calendar year of high school graduation.

3. GRADE DIVISIONS – Official 4-H grades determined as of last September 15:

JUNIOR: 4th, 5th, and 6th grades INTERMEDIATE: 7th and 8th grades SENIOR: 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grades

4. ENTRIES All animal identifications must be received by May 15th. Members are to enter animal identification in individual 4honline accounts. FFA members will complete a paper 106 form and submit to their advisor. Advisors will submit to Johnson County Extension Office by May 15. Livestock class entries (former blue cards) must be registered online through Fair Entry by July 1. Static (Montgomery Hall) project entries now REQUIRE pre-entry. Pre-entry must be made in Fair Entry by Monday, July 16 at 11:59 p.m. Each exhibit maybe entered in one project area only.

5. SUBSTITUTE EXHIBITORS If for any reason a member cannot exhibit a project on judging day, the member is expected to notify the Johnson County Youth Coordinator prior to judging day.

A) Montgomery Hall Exhibits- The project(s) must be delivered to the Extension Office by 8:30am the day of judging (Friday). Staff and volunteers will see the project is judged when time allows. The project will be evaluated on the attached write up and information. Outside input will be grounds for disqualification of projects.

B) Animals/Livestock- County Youth Coordinator will communicate with project leader before approval can be given. Substitute exhibitors MUST wear the arm band/exhibitor number of the person for whom they are showing for.

6. APPROPRIATE DRESS FOR EXHIBITING/SHOWING Members (livestock exhibitors) must 4-H/FFA t-shirts and jeans. White shirt and white pants are suggested for showing dairy and dairy goats. English attire may be worn in English horse pleasure and equitation classes. Members are encouraged to wear 4-H t-shirts when with a judge or before an audience.

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7. PLACINGS (Livestock) All exhibits will be judged on a purple, blue, red, and white grouping basis. Project leader(s) determine which classes are grouped for selection of champions when

champions are not named for each class. Red/white ribbon exhibits cannot be considered for champion, reserve champion, state fair,

or honorable mention. There are no added premiums for grand champion, reserve grand champion, champion,

reserve champion, state fair, or honorable mention placing. $4200 total will be allocated for all departments with each qualified exhibit sharing equally.

It will be distributed to clubs with a listing of each exhibitor’s earnings.

8. All protests of any nature must be in writing and filed with the project leader(s) by 5:00

p.m. on Wednesday of the county fair for the department from which the complaint arises. Complaints will be given due consideration according to evidence available to the project leader(s), the 4-H Youth Development Committee, and Fair Board and/or Extension staff as appropriate.

9. Signs advertising breeders, feed companies, other products, etc., will not be allowed.

10. No 4-H/FFA member may stay on the grounds during the fair from 11:00 p.m. till 5:00 a.m.!

PARKING & LOADING POLICY

The Fair Board is concerned about pedestrian safety, fire and ambulance service, insurance liability, waste removal, and general congestion on the fairgrounds so a parking policy will be in effect during the fair. Horse trailers are restricted to the south side of the fairgrounds. Livestock trailers must park on the far north side. Trailers not parked in designated areas will be removed at the owner’s expense. Exhibitors may load/unload as needed, but are expected to remove vehicles as soon as possible. Veterinarian, service, and delivery vehicles will be allowed to park on grounds.

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IOWA YOUTH CODE OF ETHICS

Youth are expected to be sincere, honest and act in sportsmanlike ways at all times. Youth represent the entire program and their behavior reflects on their parents, leaders, club and the entire youth program. All adults involved with the youth program, leaders as well as parents, are expected to set positive examples and serve as positive role models by what they say and do. Any youth who breaks the Code of Ethics or allows another person (adult or peer) to talk them into violating the Code of Ethics agrees to forfeit all prizes, awards and premiums. The youth may also be prohibited from exhibiting at this and future exhibitions including the Iowa State Fair and other county, state or regional exhibitions. Youth agree to follow these guidelines:

1. I will do my own work, appropriate for my age and physical and mental development. This includes research and writing of exhibit explanations, preparing exhibits (such as sewing, cooking, refinishing, etc), care and grooming of animals, etc. Adult assistance should help guide and support me, not do it for me.

2. All exhibits will be a true representation of my work. Any attempt to take credit for other’s work, alter the conformation of animals, or alter their performance is prohibited. Copyright violation or allowing others to complete your exhibit is considered misrepresentation and is prohibited.

3. I will treat all people and animals with respect. I will provide appropriate care for animals.

4. I will present exhibits that are safe for consumption. All food exhibits will be safe to exhibit and for judges to evaluate. Other exhibits will be safe for judges to evaluate and for exhibition.

5. All food animals that may be harvested immediately following the show shall be safe for consumers, and shall have met all withdrawal times for all medications, and be free of volatile drug residue.

6. If any animal requires medical treatment while at the fair or exhibition, only the Official Fair Veterinarian may administer the treatment. All medications that are administered shall be done according to the label instructions of the medication used.

Comments and concerns are collected during county fair by the Youth Development

Committee, 4-H Youth Council, Fair Board, project leaders, club leaders, parents,

members, and staff. After the fair, an evaluation meeting is held for persons to share

comments and make suggestions for improvements. This open meeting is held in the

first few weeks following the county fair. Following the meeting, suggestions will be

shared with Fair Board, Extension Council, and Youth Development Committee for

discussion and final recommendations for next year. The 2018 Post Fair meeting will

be held on Monday, July 30 at 6:00pm in the Johnson County Extension Office.

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7. My animal’s appearance or performance shall not be altered by any means, including medications, external applications and surgical procedures. Any animal that is found to have changed its appearance or its performance shall be disqualified from the show, and have penalties assessed against the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian by the management of the fair or exhibition.

8. I will follow all ownership and possession rules and, if requested, will provide the necessary documentation.

9. I will follow all livestock health requirements for this fair or exhibition, according to the state health requirements as printed in the Premium Book of the fair or exhibition. I will provide animal health certificates from a licensed veterinarian upon request from the management of the fair or exhibition.

10. By my entering an animal in this fair or exhibition, I am giving consent to the management of the fair or exhibition to obtain any specimens of urine, saliva, blood, or other substances from the animal to be used in testing. If the laboratory report on the analysis of any sample indicates a presence of forbidden drugs, this shall be evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that the sample tested by the laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in question, its integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collection and preservation, transfer to the laboratory and analysis of the sample are correct and accurate and the report received from the laboratory pertains to the sample taken from the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the animal at the time the sample was taken, with the burden on the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian to prove otherwise.

11. I am responsible for my exhibit and I will not allow others to violate this Code on my behalf. By my entering an exhibit in this fair or exhibition I will accept any disciplinary action taken by the management of this fair or exhibition for any violation of this Code of Ethics and any other rules of competition of the fair or exhibition without recourse against the fair or exhibition.

12. I want my exhibit to be an example of how to accept what life has to offer, both good and not so good, and how to live with and learn from the outcome.

13. I will not be involved in any illegal activities while participating in 4-H and FFA events, including but not limited to alcohol, tobacco or drug use. I agree to conduct myself in an honest, ethical, and upstanding manner and I understand that disciplinary actions will result if these rules are violated. I understand that I am expected to represent the program in a positive manner. I have read, understand and agree to follow this Code of Ethics, and any other rules of competition of the fair or exhibition as printed.

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4-H FAIR DUTIES 4-H clubs, their members, and families are asked to perform service during the fair for 4-H activities to contribute to its success. The following duties are assigned with the help of club leader input. Clubs MUST inform the Extension Office if duty times are switched with another club. Leaders are encouraged to get parents and other adults to help with this responsibility.

4-H FAIR DUTIES SCHEDULES

MONTGOMERY HALL HOSTS/HOSTESSES Each shift needs at least 4 members and 2 adults (two members and one adult upstairs and two members and one adult downstairs). Please report at your assigned time to Montgomery Hall.

DAILY CLEAN UP – 2018

Bags and gloves can be picked up at the Maintenance Shop. Clean up may be completed by the clubs AFTER 8:00 PM on the night of their scheduled clean up. Each shift is paid $25 by the Johnson County Ag Association.

Sunday Night July 22 Tuesday Night July 24

Sec 1 Graham Champions Sec 1 ???

Sec 2 East Lucas Clovers Sec 2 MacBrides Pride

Sec 3 Graham Champions Sec 3 Cosgrove Hustlers

Monday Night July 23 Wednesday Night July 25

Sec 1 Ramblin’ Recks & Rosies Sec 1 ???

Sec 2 Ramblin’ Recks & Rosies Sec 2 ???

Sec 3 Prairiemasters Sec 3 ???

Sunday, July 22 10:00-2:00 Deer Creek Ramblers 2:00-6:00 Graham Champions 6:00-9:00 Graham Champions Monday, July 23 10:00-2:00 East Lucas Clovers 2:00-6:00 Golden Rule Golden Stars 6:00-9:00 FreLincs

Tuesday, July 24 10:00-2:00 Cosgrove Hustlers 2:00-6:00 MacBrides Pride 6:00-9:00 Victory Wednesday, July 25 10:00-2:00 Greencastle Barnstormers 2:00-6:00 Graham Champions 6:00-8:00 Monroe Hustlers

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DAILY CLEAN UP MAP

SECTION 1 SECTION 2

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SECTION 3

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Rest- Rooms

Rabbits &

Heritage Barn

Horse/Pony Poultry

Bucket Calves Dairy Cattle

Barn 1

Swine Barn

Barn 2

Beef Barn

Barn 3

Scale House

Adv. Feeders

North Arena

Beef Cattle

South Arena

Beef Cattle

Grooming

Area

Barn 4

Sheep & Goats

Barn 5

Commercial

Exhibit

Building B

Commercial

Exhibits

Building A

Montgomery

Hall

T

E

N

T

Food

Stand

Fairboard

Office

Outdoor

Show

Ring

S

T

A

G

E

Commercial

Exhibit

Building C

Wash

Rack

Horse

Arena

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PIZZA/POP STAND SCHEDULE Project Leader: Jim Burr

PIZZA/POP STAND SCHEDULE 2018

Each shift needs 3-5 members AND 1 adult.

SUNDAY, JULY 22: Audra Nearad & Angela Hotz

7:30-10:30 Deer Creek Ramblers

10:15-1:15 Monroe Hustlers

1:00-4:00 Coralville Excellence

3:45-6:45 Ramblin’ Recks & Rosies

6:30-9:00 Graham Champions

MONDAY, JULY 23: Kevin Vondracek &

Ronda Beasley

*** Pizza Pop Stand Notes:

7:30-10:30 Cosgrove Hustlers -All workers should bring a hat or hair net.

10:15-1:15 Graham Champions -Wear closed toe shoes.

1:00-4:00 Coralville Excellence -Last shift on Thursday will help close down; tear down tent.

3:45-6:45 Ramblin’ Recks & Rosies

6:30-9:00 PrairieMasters

TUESDAY, JULY 24: Andy Tomas & Marge

McArtor

7:30-10:30 Greencastle Barnstormers

10:15-1:15 FreLincs

1:00-4:00 MacBrides Pride

3:45-6:45 Deer Creek Ramblers

6:30-9:00 Horse & Pony

WEDNESDAY, JULY 25: Donna Stutsman &

Alison Roe

7:30-10:30 Sharon Center Sensations

10:15-1:15 MacBrides Pride

1:00-4:00 Monroe Hustlers

3:45-6:45 East Lucas Clovers

6:30-9:00 Victory

THURSDAY, JULY 26: Jim Burr

7:30-10:30 Golden Rule Golden Stars

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ANIMAL & LIVESTOCK DIVISION

1. Exhibits must have been owned, raised, cared for and managed by the member during this 4-H or FFA year. Animals in purebred breeding beef classes must show ownership and pedigrees at fair check-in time. Registration papers of purebred animals are acceptable if: 1) they are in the name of the 4-H/FFA member; 2) in partnership with a family farm name; 3) in a name used by the family for registration of other animals on that farm; 4) the name of the landlord if the 4-H/FFA member is the son or daughter of the tenant of the landlord.

2. Exhibitor tents, grooming chutes, personal property/equipment can NOT be delivered

and/or set up before 5:00 p.m. on the Wednesday evening before the fair. The Fair Board will provide bedding free of charge in the cattle barns to a depth of 8 inches.

3. Any project which has been offered for sale in an auction at a fair is considered to have

changed ownership and is ineligible to be exhibited in future 4-H classes. 4. For safety and liability reasons, all 4-H youth participating in any 4-H equestrian event or

activity MUST wear American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering Institute (SEI) approved protective head gear with chin strap and properly fitted harness when mounted and riding in any Johnson County 4-H-sponsored 4-H horse riding activity.

5. During the county fair, dog projects are only permitted on the grounds up to 2 hours before

their show and are restricted to the South Arena. This guideline is for the safety of all who attend the county fair. Dogs are not allowed in and around other livestock at any time.

6. Animals may not be unloaded on fairgrounds until 6:00 am Saturday of weigh ins. All

animals are to be in place by 12:00 NOON on Saturday except cow/calf pairs and rabbits. All market beef, breeding heifer, bucket bottle and advanced feeder entries must be entered Saturday through the scale house area. Cow/calf pairs, along with registration papers, will be brought to the fair on Monday, July 23 from noon-3:00 p.m. and/or Tuesday, July 24 from 7:00-10:00 a.m. Cow/calf pairs are released immediately after the show except for the Grand and Reserve Grand Cow/Calf pairs. These two pairs will remain on the grounds until champion livestock are released at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon. All loading of cattle shall be done from the south end of the tie-out facility.

7. Project Leaders have the authority to move and re-stall projects as they see fit in order to

enhance the display, provide move for animal comfort or to provide more room for club tack.

8. All beef, sheep, swine, horses, dairy, goats, and dog obedience must match official ID forms

turned in by May 15 or they will be disqualified. Lost ear tags must be reported to the Extension Office.

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9. Tie-outs will only be in areas designated by the Fair Board. No tie-outs will be allowed in show rings. Over-night tie outs are allowed in the tie-out facility west of Barn 5. Cattle may only be in the tie-outs during the hours from 7 p.m. to 8 a.m. Neckties are recommended for all market beef and breeding heifers.

10. Exhibitors are expected to display humane treatment and utilize safe, accepted

management practices with animals. No abuse of animals will be tolerated. Unnecessary roughness or discourtesy will dismiss the exhibitor from further competition for the entire show. Each exhibitor must keep his/her animal under control or be excused from the show ring.

11. One arm-card with exhibitor ID should be picked up at the scale house and used while

showing all animals. If two animals belonging to one member are shown in the same class, ask for a second ID arm card.

12. Animals should be groomed by 4-H/FFA exhibitors, with assistance from immediate family

members or other 4-H/FFA members. Non-family members may assist with grooming as long as the effort is an experiential process. Non-family members may assist with grooming is the exhibitor is occupied in the show ring exhibiting another animal.

13. Grooming chutes should not be set up in alleys. Members are expected to clean up after

themselves in the tack and grooming areas. The only person permitted to groom a calf in the show ring/ staging area is the exhibitor of the animal. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor/4-H family to monitor the show’s progress and be ready to enter the ring when the class is called; after the final call, judging will commence.

14. You may have a generator, however, if it interferes with any event or show you may be

asked to shut down for the duration of the event. Tack areas are to be used for their intended purpose; couches, TVs, and other items of a similar nature are not permitted.

15. Water tanks WILL NOT be provided. Butt fans for cattle are not allowed. All fans must be 5

½ feet off the ground for liability reasons (except for fans deemed necessary and approved by the Fair Board).

16. All livestock except swine and sheep consigned for slaughter and animals to be sold at

auction Thursday are released at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. All loading of cattle will be done from the south end of the tie out facility. In case of sickness, animals may be removed earlier by approval of department project leader(s). Exceptions: Cow/calf pairs are released after the completion of the show; dairy cattle are released Wednesday at 3:00 p.m.; horse/pony, pets, and dog obedience are released immediately after their shows. Failure to secure approval from the project leaders/Extension Director will be grounds for withholding premium money. This release policy will facilitate the family enjoyment of the fireworks, entertainment, and the youth activities on Wednesday evening.

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17. The state 4-H office has implemented a YQCA, Youth for the Quality Care of Animals requirement. All youth exhibiting in swine, beef (breeding & market), dairy cattle, goats, rabbits, poultry, and sheep must participate in an online training class prior to the county and state fair. This certification is annual. Watch your newsletters for more information.

18. Swine exhibitors must sign the “Animal Care and Management Disclosure Statement.” This

form will be available at swine weigh in. 19. Premise IDs are required for swine projects and must be on file in the Extension Office no

later than June 15. We recommend that all large animal exhibitors (beef, dairy, goats, sheep and/or swine) apply for and obtain a premise ID from IDALS. Applications are on-line at www.agriculture.state.ia.us/animalIndustry/pdf/premiseIDapp.pdf.

20. Animals cannot be shown at more than one county fair per year. If animal is shown as a 4-H

project in one county, it cannot be shown as an FFA project in another. 2018 HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR EXHIBITION OF LIVESTOCK, POULTRY, AND BIRDS AT THE

JOHNSON COUNTY 4-H & FFA FAIR

ANY EVIDENCE OF WARTS, RINGWORM, FOOT ROT, PINK EYE, DRAINING ABSCESSES, OR ANY OTHER CONTAGIOUS OR INFECTIOUS CONDITION WILL ELIMINATE THE ANIMAL FROM THE SHOW. ANIMAL(S) EXHIBITING ANY OF THE ABOVE WILL NEED TO BE REMOVED FROM THE FAIRGROUNDS IMMEDIATELY. No individual Certificate of Veterinary Inspection will be required on animals or poultry exhibited at County 4-H & FFA Fair, but the animals must be inspected when unloaded or shortly thereafter by an accredited veterinarian. Each show must have an official veterinarian. Quarantined animals or animals from quarantined herds cannot be exhibited. Sheep with prolapses cannot be exhibited and will be sent home. SWINE Swine exhibitors at county fairs that do not require a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection must sign and present an owner affidavit that the animals being exhibited did not originate from a quarantined herd and, to the best of their knowledge, swine dysentery has not been in evidence in their herd for the past 12 months. No testing is required for swine at an exhibition that involves only market classes, provided all swine are consigned directly to a slaughter establishment from the exhibition. Premise IDs are required for swine exhibitors. SHEEP AND GOATS All sheep must have an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag. All goats must be identified with an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag/collar or by an official registered tattoo. The required scrapie identification, for all sheep and goats, is because local sale barns may require that all sheep and/or goats sold through their facility have an individual scrapie tag.

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POULTRY AND BIRDS All poultry exhibited must come from U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid clean or equivalent flocks, or have had a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within 90 days of public exhibition and an authorized tester must have performed the test. DOGS AND CATS All dogs and cats exhibited must have a current rabies vaccination certificate. DECISION OF THE OFFICIAL SHOW VETERINARIAN WILL BE FINAL. A sign-up sheet for a veterinarian visit is in the scale house. These requirements are only a partial listing. To obtain a complete report on health requirements contact the Extension Office. Dr. Beyer will be the official veterinarian with support from other veterinarians.

***WARNING*** UNDER IOWA LAW, A DOMESTICATED ANIMAL PROFESSIONAL IS NOT LIABLE FOR DAMAGES SUFFERED BY, AN INJURY TO, OR THE DEATH OF A PARTICIPANT RESULTING FROM THE INHERENT RISKS OF DOMESTICATED ANIMAL ACTIVITIES, PURSUANT TO IOWA CODE CHAPTER 673. YOU ARE ASSUMING INHERENT RISKS OF PARTICIPATING IN THIS DOMESTICATED ANIMAL ACTIVITY. A number of inherent risks are associated with a domesticated animal activity. A domesticated animal may behave in a manner that results in damages to property or an injury or death to a person. Risks associated with the activity may include injuries caused by bucking, biting, stumbling, rearing, trampling, scratching, pecking, falling, or butting. The domesticated animal may react unpredictably to conditions, including, but not limited to, a sudden movement, loud noise, an unfamiliar environment, or the introduction of unfamiliar persons, animals, or objects. The domesticated animal may also react in a dangerous manner when a condition or treatment is considered hazardous to the welfare of the animal; a collision occurs with an object or animal; or a participant fails to exercise reasonable care, take adequate precautions, or use adequate control when engaging in a domesticated animal activity, including failing to maintain reasonable control of the animal or failing to act in a manner consistent with the person's abilities.

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LIVESTOCK QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION (see each fairbook section for detailed species rules)

Department Check-in/Weigh-In No livestock on grounds before 6am

Saturday

Exhibitor

Meeting

Leave Times Special Notes

Beef (Market & Breeding)

Saturday before fair

6-9am

Monday, 4pm

North Arena

After 5pm Wednesday

or Thursday morning

ALL beef must come

through check in

BEFORE stalling.

Advanced

Feeders

Saturday before fair 8:30-

9:30am ONLY.

NA Auction Provide water tanks

and feed bunks.

Cow Calf Pairs Monday from 1-3pm or

Tuesday7-9am

NA Released Immediately

after the show

Grand and Reserve

Overall Cow Calf Pair

will stay until final

release of animals.

Swine All swine must arrive and be

penned by noon on Saturday

before fair.

NA After 5pm Wednesday Weigh in will be held

on Sunday.

Sheep All sheep must arrive and be

penned by noon on Saturday

before fair. Weigh ins will begin

at 1pm.

NA After 5pm Wednesday

or Thursday morning

All sheep must have a

4-H/FFA tag and be

identified with it by

May 15.

Goats All goats must arrive and be

penned by noon on Saturday

before fair. Weigh ins will begin

at the conclusion of sheep weigh

in.

8:15am Tuesday After 5pm Wednesday

or Thursday morning

All goats must have a

4-H/FFA tag and be

identified with it by

May 15.

Horse & Pony 8:30-10 am day of shows NA Released after show Please make sure all

exhibitors are

available for vet

checks

Rabbit 7-10am Sunday ONLY After 5pm Wednesday

or Thursday morning

ALL rabbit (except

meat pens and single

fryers) must be

tattooed in left ear.

Dairy All dairy must arrive and be

checked in by noon on Saturday

before fair.

NA After 3pm on

Wednesday

Bucket Bottle Saturday before fair

6-9am.

*These will stay all fair week.

NA After 5pm Wednesday

or Thursday morning

Interviews are held

Saturday before fair.

Poultry Saturday 9am-noon. NA After 5pm Wednesday

or Thursday morning

Dog, Pet and

Clover Kid Pet

Classes

Go straight to arena where show

is held.

NA Released after show Restricted to arena

area only. Rabies on

file before start of dog

classes.

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AUCTION Buyers’ Breakfast sponsored by RSM, Inc.

Thursday, July 26, 2018 8 a.m.

Project Leader: Ron Stutsman Assistant Project Leader: Scott Stutsman Project Leaders from each market animal department will find a place to consign respective animals as needed & arrange for transportation. The following guidelines for auction eligibility exist: Limit of two market beef per member; beef animals must be exhibited in their respective

classes to be eligible for the auction. First and second place in each market lamb and production lamb class are permitted to sell.

Limit of two lambs per youth. Local sale barns may require that all sheep and/or goats sold through their facility have an individual scrapie tag (the project leader will notify exhibitors of this requirement).

Grand & Res. Grand Champion swine permitted to sell as determined by the swine project leader. Limit of two hogs per youth (see swine department guidelines). Youth not earning a Gr./Res. Gr. honor may sell one pig of their choice in the auction.

Champion and reserve champion goat wethers (dairy and meat) with a limit of two projects per youth. Scrapies tag may be required to sell.

Champion and reserve champion market poultry projects and rabbit (pens and single fryer) projects permitted in auction. 4-H/FFA members NOT earning a Champion/Res. Ch. honor may sell one market Pen of 3 rabbits of their choice in the auction. No limit on number of entries sold.

Advanced feeder projects – buyer is allowed to purchase one calf or more of choice per pen on the first winning bid; the second round buys the remainder of the calves in the pen.

It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to be present at the time of the auction. If unable, it is the exhibitor’s responsibility to find a replacement for themselves and get the animal to the sale ring on time.

Auction begins with swine, advanced feeders, small animals and ends with market beef. Auction sign up times will be set by the project leader for each species. Animals sold at auction or changing ownership after being identified as a project are ineligible to show in future shows that year by any 4-H/FFA member.

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BEEF DEPARTMENT

Project Leaders: Tyler Stutsman & Tanner Stutsman

FOUNDATION BEEF HERD (Breeding Heifers and Cow/Calf)

1. A maximum of six heifers and six cow/calf pairs may be nominated per exhibitor. Of those

nominated, three breeding heifers plus three cow/calf entries may be show per exhibitor. All cows and two-year-old heifers must have been enrolled in a previous year by exhibitor. Two-year-olds with calves show in the cow/calf class. Cow/calf projects MUST have been a former heifer project of the member exhibiting the cow/calf project. Cow/calf projects must be broke to lead; all cattle will be tied; no pens will be used. All breeding heifer beef entries must be checked in on Saturday from 6:00 – 9:00am Cow/calf pairs will be brought to the fairgrounds on Monday, July 23 and be checked in from noon – 3:00 p.m. or on Tuesday, July 24 from 7:00 – 10:00 a.m. Heifers are checked in through the scale house. Cow/calf pairs are released immediately after the show except for the Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion pair which will remain on the grounds until Wednesday’s release time of 5:00 p.m.

2. Heifers and cows shown in foundation beef classes cannot be shown in any market beef

class or sold in the market beef sale. 3. After naming each breed/commercial champion/reserve champion, a grand/reserve grand

champion heifer will be selected. 4. All breeding heifers must be ear-tattooed, with tattoo number and birth date shown on

beef breeding animal and entered online by May 15. Tattoos will be checked on all heifers during Sunday night check-in. Registration papers for all purebred heifers must be presented during check-in. Unregistered heifers will show in commercial classes.

5. Exhibitors who certify a heifer with a postcard by May 15, with the name of the breeder,

that the heifer was born in Johnson County, are eligible for the Johnson County Bred Heifer Class/Award. The breeder is the owner of the calf at the time of birth. The highest-ranking Johnson County bred heifer in each class will not be eligible for consideration for grand champion unless already qualified. There will be an award for the “Breeder of the Johnson County Bred Heifer Champion.”

6. Individual breed heifers will show in their respective breed division. Proof of registration is required. If proof of registration is not shown at check time, animal will show in the commercial class.

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CLASS 20111 Cow/Calf 20112 Registered Heifer 20113 Commercial Heifer CLASS AGE CLASSES WILL BE: Cow w/ calf 1/1-6/30 year before last with calf Aged Cow w/ calf Born prior to above with calf Senior Heifer 10/1-12/31 last year Junior Yearling Heifer 7/1-9/30 last year Late Summer Yearling Heifer 5/1-6/30 last year Early Summer Yearling Heifer April last year Senior Yearling Heifer 1/1-3/31 last year Produce Heifer Last year 2-Year Old Heifer Born year before

-Selection of the Supreme and Reserve Supreme Heifer -Johnson County Bred Heifer Recognition (specific class entry not required; qualify by class placing, turn in Bred Card by May 15) -SHOWMANSHIP - Senior, Intermediate, Junior

MARKET BEEF

1. Entries are open to market beef calves that have been weighed and tagged at the county-sponsored weigh-in by January 15. The beef committee may provide implants for calves at the county-sponsored weigh-in prior to January 15. Individual market calves are shown as crossbred unless they appear to qualify for registry. A maximum of three individual market beef entries may be shown by one exhibitor, with a maximum of two of those offered at the auction. Retinal scans will be taken for ISF nominations Ak-Sar-Ben entries.

2. Weigh-in schedule: 6:00 to 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 21. No cattle will be weighed on

Sunday. Cattle must be weighed before they are penned or they will be ineligible to sell through the auction. Cattle will not be re-weighed for the auction, but sold based on fair weigh-in weights.

3. Calves will be shown in classes determined by breed, sex, and weight. The number of

classes will be determined by the project leader(s) based on the number of head and fair weights.

4. Exhibitors who certify with postcard by May 15, with a name of the breeder, that a calf was

born in Johnson County, are eligible for the Johnson County bred class. The breeder is the

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owner of the calf at the time of its birth. The highest-ranking Johnson County bred calf in each weight class returns for selection of champion Johnson County bred calf. The highest ranking Johnson County bred calf in each class will not be eligible for consideration for grand champion unless already qualified.

5. Animals should weigh between 1,000 – 1,400 lb. for ideal market weight. Animals under

900 lb. are shown in a feeder class and are not eligible for champion. They may sell in the auction.

6. Weigh-in ear tags will be used for sale order. Members with market beef must pay the

check-off fee and indicate which calves are to be listed for auction by 4:00 p.m. on the Wednesday of fair. The check-off fee and auction sign-up are done in the scale house. Auction sign up times will be set by the project leader for other species.

7. No false tail heads, foreign material that may be unhealthy for the animal, sweat collars, or

plastic ties above the tail ball may be used. All cattle must be polled. For security and liability purposes it is recommended that neckties be used.

8. Each calf will be given a rate-of-gain ribbon: purple for steers gaining 3.0 lb. per day or

more; blue for steers gaining 2.4 lb. to 2.99 lb. per day; red for steers gaining 2.00 to 2.39 lb. per day; white for steers gaining 1.99 lb. per day or less. Market heifers gaining 2.8 lb. per day or more receive a purple rate of gain; 2.2 lb. to 2.79 lb. per day receive a blue; red for 1.8-2.19 lb. per day; and white for 1.79 lb. per day or less. Re-weighs will NOT be made. Market beef projects must have the correct rate of gain label on the exhibitor; projects with incorrect gain cards will not be permitted into the ring.

9. The top rate-of-gain calves will be recognized for awards. The member’s armband will show

calf number and purple, blue, red, or white rate-of-gain ribbon placing during exhibition. Individual ADGs will be printed in the program. Advanced feeder projects are not eligible for rate-of-gain champion awards.

10. Purple ribbons will be awarded to top market calves in each class except feeders &

red/white rate-of-gain calves. Judges’ discretion will be allowed.

11. Project leader(s) have the right to send uncontrollable calves from the show ring back to the barns.

12. Beef Carcass Class: The class results will be based on scan information obtained on Saturday

during weigh ins. There will be a scanning fee per animal. The class is voluntary and exhibitors may nominate up to three head. Cattle from the Advanced Feeder Pens are required to enter this class. It will be the discretion of the project leader(s) to determine the number of animals to be paraded, if any, in the ring for the recognition of the champion carcass beef. Scan fees payable on Saturday, July 21.

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MARKET BEEF CLASSES

20556 2nd Year Bucket Bottle Calves 20557 Market Heifer (not shown in breeding division) 20588 Breed Market Steer 20559 Crossbred Market Steer -Show for Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Market Beef -Johnson County Bred Calf (entry not required; qualify by class placing, turn in Bred Card by May 15) -SHOWMANSHIP - Senior, Intermediate, Junior

ADVANCED FEEDER BEEF 20554 Advanced Feeder Calves (Judged at noon on Wednesday; awards will be presented on Thursday during Market Beef Show) Scoring Criteria for Advanced Feeder Class (100 pt.)

Rate of Gain (40 pt. max) Deduct 1 pt. for each 0.1 below 3.5 lb./day Heifers will be adjusted by a factor of 1.2 (i.e. Rate of gain of 2.5 lb./day times 1.2 results in final rate of gain 3.0) Feed Costs (15 pt. max) Deduct .25 pt. per rank Price (15 pt. max) Deduct .25 pt. per rank Heifers will be adjusted to standard pricing. Grade (15 pt. max) Deduct .25 pt. per rank Promptness (15 pt. max) Monthly records due by 15th of the following month; except June & July due Sunday night at weigh-in. Grade Scoring Grid

Quality Grade Yield Grade i.e. 3 head grade P, C+, C and 2,2,1 respectively

Prime+ 8 Select+ 2 1 = 5 Score 7, 5, 4 Quality

Prime 7 Select- 1 2 = 4 4, 4 , 5 Yield

Prime- 6 3 = 3 Total Score of 29/3 hd. Equals final score of 9.66

Choice+ 5 4 = 2

Choice 4 5 = 1

Choice- 3

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Pens may be heifers or steers and/or a combination of both genders. Animals nominated but not brought to the county fair due to death loss, health, poor performance or any reason will be counted against the total pen gain and grade scores (i.e. 5 head nominated in January, 4 head brought to county fair; the total pen gain and grade will be divided by 5 head not 4). Advanced Feeder Cattle will be tattooed at weigh-in. Re-tags will be done at weigh-in only; but youth will notify Extension Office immediately upon loss of tag.

Youth will nominate/weigh 3-6 head at the December/January weigh-in. Records will be maintained and sent to the Extension Office on a monthly basis by 15th of the following month except for June/July due Sunday at weigh-in. Extension Office provides the record book template and feed pricing. Market beef nominated for advanced feeder classes cannot compete at halter, do not count towards the 10 head limit for nomination as halter projects, and will not be eligible for rate-of-gain recognition. These animals may compete and be entered in the carcass classes. Advanced feeder cattle are eligible for sale in the auction.

BUCKET/BOTTLE CALF DEPARTMENT Project Leader: Jenna Miller Assistant Leader: Garth & Sharon Murry 1. Any newborn or orphan dairy, beef or crossbred calf, calved between January 1 and May

15 of this year, must be in member's possession within two weeks of birth; identified by a 4-H tag and identified in the members 4honline account by May 15. Tags are available at the Extension Office. No bulls allowed; steers or heifers only. 2nd year market bucket/bottle beef must be tagged/weighed at December/January beef weigh-in.

2. First year calves must be bucket or bottle-fed. (No nursing permitted after 2 weeks of age.) 3. Member may nominate 3 head but is limited to one first year bucket/bottle calf at fair. The

calf may not be shown in other classes this year. There is no Second Year Bucket/Bottle class in this division. A second year market bucket/bottle beef, that was shown the previous year, MUST move into the Market Beef or Breeding Beef project areas.

4. ***NEW First year calves will arrive at the fairgrounds beef scale from 6:00-9:00 a.m. on

Saturday. Calves will be stalled in designated area for the entire week of fair until the Wednesday 5pm release time. For safety purposes, calves are restricted to their pens following the show. Two color photos should be attached to the project report form and turned in at the Friday interview. Photos may be used to verify identification, should the calf be exhibited as a market bucket/bottle beef next year. Rate-of-gain on first year calves will be calculated for member use only.

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5. Classes will be shown at halter. Show sticks will not be used on first year calves. Classes may be sub-divided depending on the number of entries. There will be at least a separate class for each age division of members for first year calves only. Second year market bucket/bottle beef will be shown with market beef classes in one class, unless numbers require a split class (split by fair weight).

Interviews are Friday, July 20nd at the Extension Office. Exhibitors must sign up with the Extension Office for their interview time by 4:00 p.m. July 9.

Show ring exhibiting of first year calves will start at 10:00 am Wednesday.

Judging of 1st year calves will be based on: o What the member has learned about care and raising of the calf. o Member’s knowledge about the general health, condition, and management of the calf. o Member’s knowledge of fitting/showing the calf according to beef/dairy guidelines. o Scores are based 80% on interviews, 10% on showmanship, and 10% on records. o Scores will be posted in the beef barn after the show.

6. Member may keep the animal for breeding or market project next year or sell at private

treaty. Calves returning for market classes next year will not be tattooed. If returning as a breeding heifer, it will need a tattoo.

7. Champion Bucket Bottle may be won only once per grade division. – Must participate in

all three parts – interview, record book, and show – to be eligible to win. CLASSES 20550 1st year calves shown by senior members 20551 1st year calves shown by intermediate members 20552 1st year calves show by junior members

Open Class (K-3 youth) – See Open Class/Clover Kids Section

DAIRY CATTLE DEPARTMENT

Project Leader(s): Dean Miller Assistant Leaders: Mike Schaffer

1. A member may show one purchased heifer and ALL raised heifers (from former 4-H heifers owned by that member) in each class.

2. Entries are open to six breeds. Dual-purpose breed animals may show in only one department. Animals will be released on Wednesday, please see schedule for time.

3. Crossbred class must be a cross between the 6 dairy breeds listed (Ayrshire, Brown Swiss,

Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey and Milking Shorthorn).

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AGE CLASSES WILL BE: Junior calves born 12/1 last year through 3/31 this year Senior calves born 9/1 through 11/30 last year Junior yearlings born 3/1 through 8/31 last year Senior Yearlings born 9/1 year before last through Feb. last year Two-Year-Olds born During 12-month period before Senior Yearlings

(Any yearling which has calved shows as a 2-year-old) Cows Born prior to two-year-old class CLASS NAME CLASS NUMBER

Ayrshire Brown Swiss

Guernsey Holstein Jersey Milking Shorthorn

Crossbred

Junior Calf 21200 21206 21212 21218 21224 21230 21336

Senior Calf 21201 21207 21213 21219 21225 21331 21337

Junior Yearling 21202 21208 21214 21220 21226 21332 21338

Senior Yearling 21203 21209 21215 21221 21227 21333 21339

Two-Year-Old 21204 21210 21216 21222 21228 21334 21340

Cow 21205 21211 21217 21223 21229 21335 21341

Showmanship - Senior, Junior (See Showmanship section)

DAIRY & MEAT GOAT DEPARTMENT

Project Leader(s): Kevin & Joan Vondracek *** Goats should have a 4-H (or FFA) issued tag listed as the animal id in 4honline by May 15th. Does must have a 4-H tag (or FFA) or official tattoo per Iowa State Fair rules. The goats are required to have tag inserted in each animals ear by MAY 15th. Please contact the Extension Office for a tag and follow tag id protocol.

1. Exhibitors may show no more than two goats per class.

2. Exhibitors may weigh in no more than six dairy and/or meat goats. 3. All county fair and state fair meat and dairy goats must have been weighed and tagged at an

official verification site prior to May 15, as well as had retinal images collected for State Fair entries. All Ak-Sar-Ben Entries must have DNA pulled at May weigh in.

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4. Breeding does must have an official 4-H tag or tattoo (Per Iowa State Fair Rules- tattoo must follow official guidelines: Left Ear = Individual Animal Identifier; Right Ear = Herd Prefix) and birth date, as well as had retinal images from the nominated animals and information recorded in 4hOnline by May 15. Scrapies tags are not permitted as permanent form of identification. Families may pick up tag at the Extension Office or bring to May weigh in.

5. 1st and 2nd place wethers from each class, along with Champion and reserve champion

wethers are eligible for auction.

6. For meat and dairy wether classes, minimum weight is 35 pounds and maximum weight is 110 pounds.

7. Dairy and meat goats will be shown in separate classes.

8. Goats that have been shown at this fair in previous years with horns will be allowed at this show. All new dairy goats must be dehorned. Horns on meat goats are optional.

9. There will be a group milk-out for dairy goats at a time designated by the project leader.

10. Champion and reserve will be named among junior does and then a champion and reserve among senior does in the dairy meat goat classes.

11. Animals exhibiting any evidence of health problems or concerns will be sent home.

Dairy Junior Does: Female goats, never to have been in milk 21102 Junior Kid, born on or after April 1 this year 21104 Senior Kid, born January 1 through March 31 this year 21106 Dry Yearling, under 2 years, born after July 1 two summers ago thru December

last year Dairy Senior Does: Female goats that have kidded at least once 21108 Yearling milker, under 2 years, born after July 1 two summers ago 21110 Milker, 2 years and under 3 21112 Milker, 3 years and under 4 21114 Milker, 4 years and older 21116 Dam and daughter, any age animals, must be shown in individual classes also Wether: Must have been castrated by June 1 this year Weigh-in will be Monday morning, July 27 (at approximately 9:00 a.m.) 21201 Dairy Wether, born on or after November 1 last year 21202 Meat Wether or Doe, born on or after November 1 last year

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Meat Goats (Breeding) 21118 Junior Does under 1 year 21120 Senior Does over 1 year 21122 Dam and daughter, any age animals, must be shown in individual classes also

Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate, Junior (See Showmanship section)

Open Class (K-3 youth) – See Open Class Section

DOG DEPARTMENT

OBEDIENCE (Saturday, July 21; 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., South Arena)

Project Leader: Mark Greve Assistant Leader: Brooke Nemec, Heath Allard Junior Leaders: Elizabeth Uthoff Only dogs identified on the Dog Identification Report by May 15, 2018 may exhibit. An

exhibitor may show 2-4 dogs but have only 1 entry per class.

2. ALL DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH. During the county fair, dog projects are only permitted

on the grounds up to 2 hours before their show and are restricted to the South Arena. This guideline is for the safety of all who attend the county fair. Dogs are not allowed in or around other livestock at anytime.

3. Dogs must have a copy of current rabies and distemper vaccination on file at the

Extension Office. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to have this to the office before the start of dog project classes.

4. Dogs must be at least four months old at the start of dog project classes. 5. An exhibitor must attend at least five dog project classes to show in any classes at the

fair. Contact the project leader for dates and time or check the county website. 6. Exhibitors must show in an obedience class in order to exhibit in Agility or Rally.

Showmanship class is not required but greatly encouraged for all exhibitors. 7. The same dog cannot be entered in more than two obedience classes. 8. Any female dog in season may not be shown or brought on grounds.

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9. Experience of the exhibitor and dog along with past scores will be used to determine

class level. 10. Judging is based on the ability to handle the dog, along with appearance of the handler,

and grooming of the dog. Handlers are required to wear closed toe shoes- NO FLIP FLOPS or sandals. There is a total of 200 maximum points for obedience.

11. Showmanship is divided by grade level (junior, intermediate, and senior).

Showmanship can only be won once per grade level. Showmanship will be judged using the following showmanship 100 point score card: Exhibitor (appearance, grooming) 15 points Dog Grooming & Condition 15 points Handling 35 points Questions 35 points

12. Obedience class requires a well-fitting buckle collar or training collar as needed for control of the dog and a 6 foot leather leash. NO FOOD OR BAIT is allowed for obedience. If using a prong collar, a 10 point deduction may be given by the judge. Showmanship class requires a showmanship lead. Agility class requires a buckle collar. NO FOOD OR BAIT is allowed for Agility. Rally class requires a choke or buckle collar. Class Descriptions Beginner Novice A – For dogs and exhibitors in their first year of dog obedience training. Dogs will heal, sit for examination, figure 8, long sit, long down and recall (no finish) all on leash. A long sit is for one minute and a long down is for three minutes. Beginner Novice B – For dogs and exhibitors in their second year of dog obedience training or for an exhibitor who has previously shown dogs and is starting with a new dog in training. Dogs will heal, stand for examination, figure 8, long sit, long down and recall (no finish) all on leash. A long sit is for one minute and a long down is for three minutes. Sub-Novice - For dogs and exhibitors who have two years or more of training and whose dogs are not yet ready for off leash training. Dogs will heal, stand for examination, figure 8, long sit, long down and recall (with finish) all on leash. A long sit is for one minute and a long down is for three minutes. Dogs in this class cannot be entered in any previous class. Novice A – For dogs and exhibitors who are in their first year of off leash training. Dogs will heel and figure 8 on leash. Dogs will also be required to heel, stand for examination, recall, sit and stay off leash. A long sit is for one minute and long down is for three minutes. Novice B – For dogs and exhibitors in their second year of off leash training. Dogs will be required to heel, figure 8 on leash, stand for examination, recall, sit and stay off leash. A long

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sit is for one minute and long down is for three minutes. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in any previous class. Advance Novice – For dogs and exhibitors in their second year or more of off leash training. Dogs will heel on leash, stand for examination, heel, figure 8 and drop on recall off leash. Long sit is for 3 minutes with handler out of sight. Long down is 5 minutes with handler out of sight. Graduate Novice – For dogs and exhibitors in their third year or more of off leash training. All exercises are off leash. Heel, figure 8, recall over jump, drop on recall, recall with dumbbell and recall over broad jump. Long down or Sit is for 3 minutes with handler out of sight (judges choice). Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Beginner Novice through Novice B classes.

Open - For dogs and exhibitors in their third year or more of off leash training. All exercises are off leash. Heel, figure 8, recall over broad jump, drop on recall, and dumbbell retrieval on the flat and over the high jump. Dog will be required to do a long sit for 3 minutes and a long down for 5 minutes with handler out of sight. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Beginner Novice through Advanced Novice classes. CLASSES 34243 Beginner Novice A Obedience 34245 Beginner Novice B Obedience 34241 Sub-Novice Obedience 34251 Novice A Obedience 34253 Novice B Obedience 34255 Advance Novice Obedience 34257 Graduate Novice Obedience 34261 Open Obedience Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate, Junior (See Showmanship section)

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AGILITY AND RALLY JUDGING Wednesday, July 25; 8am

Novice Agility – For dogs and exhibitors who have exhibited in at least one of the above obedience classes. Dogs will be on leash throughout the course. This is a timed event. Open Agility – For dogs and exhibitors who have exhibited in Novice A or above obedience classes. Dogs will be off leash throughout the course. This is a timed event. Rally Class - Exhibitors will take their dog through a series of events determined by signs with instructions. These events are all taught as part of obedience training. Each series will include 12-15 events out of the 20 learned. This is a timed event. Exhibitors will be allowed to walk through the course without their dog before the start of the show. Novice Agility (all dogs must be measured by June 15th) DOGS ARE ON LEASH 34263 Small dog less than 15” 34265 Medium dog 15”-24” 34267 Large dog over 24” Open Agility (all dogs must be measured by June 15th) DOGS ARE OFF LEASH 34269 Small dog less than 15” 34271 Medium dog 15”-24” 34273 Large dog over 24” 34280 Open Class (course is determined by judge that day – all dog sizes) Rally Class 34285 Senior 34287 Intermediate 34289 Junior

HERDSMANSHIP Project Leader: Lyle Crow and the Johnson County Ag Assoc Awards will be given to clubs that have the neatest exhibit during the entire fair. All club exhibits count on the total score. Judging will be based on neatness of exhibit, cleanliness of alleyways, appearance of animals, and courtesy of attendants and others in the area. No special credit will be given for decorations. Premiums: 1st - $100; 2nd - $50; 3rd - $25; 4th - $10. 4-H Youth Program Development Committee awards a "Golden Scoop" traveling trophy with cash awards provided by the Johnson County Agricultural Association.

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HORSE AND PONY DEPARTMENT

All exhibitors are to be available from 8: 30am-10am

day of shows for Veterinarian checks.

Project Leader: Noel Maier & Kate Dale

Assistant Leaders: Stevi Lacquement

1. Johnson County 4-H Horse and Pony fair regulations are consistent with the 2015 publication

4-H Rules and Regulations for Equine Shows in Iowa.

2. Any horse or pony to be shown at a 4-H, including the Iowa State Fair, must be properly

identified with photos in 4honline by May 15th. A maximum of 5 horses/ponies can be identified

online for 4-H shows; of those, a maximum of 2 may be leased. Equines can be identified by

more than one 4-H member (immediate sibling or step-sibling only), but cannot be identified as a

4-H under on sibling and FFA under another sibling.

3. Leased equines must have a completed lease form, 4H 106C, uploaded into 4honline by May

15. Halter confirmation class horses must be owned; they cannot be leased.

4. 4-H animal projects are required to be in personal possession and regular care of the 4-H

member who owns/leases them. Under certain circumstances, animals can be physically housed

at a nearby location and within a reasonable distance to the member’s place of residence. The

member must take an active role in the daily care of the project animal(s).

5. Exhibitors may show one horse per class with a limit of 2 horses per exhibitor. Pony

exhibitors are also limited to the same - one pony per class with a limit of 2 ponies per exhibitor.

6. Mare and foal count as one entry. Exhibitors may show one additional horse or pony in the

yearling halter. Intact colts may be shown, but intact yearling and other stallions are ineligible.

7. Horses and ponies are classified according to height. Ponies are under 14.1 hands. Horses are

14.1 and above. There will be a 1/2 inch subtracted for shoes. Ponies may either be shown as a

horse or a pony, not both. Horses and ponies will be measured by a 4-H authority.

8. All horse & pony project members are required to attend at least the mandatory Spring

meeting and must participate in 3 clinics that cover each of the classes the member intends to

enter at the fair. The exhibitor and horse/pony must demonstrate abilities to exhibit in a class as

determined by the leader. A fun show may qualify as a clinic at the discretion of the leader.

Helmet Required

Since February 4, 2000, all 4-H youth participating in any 4-H equestrian event or activity

MUST wear American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering

Institute (SEI) approved protective head gear with chin strap and properly fitted harness

when mounted and riding in any Johnson County 4-H sponsored 4-H horse riding activity.

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9. Novice riders are defined as inexperienced riders in their first 3 years of the horse and pony

project, at the discretion of the leaders. Leaders reserve the right to move members of the novice

class into advanced if deemed appropriate.

10. All exhibitors are strongly encouraged to participate in a showmanship class. Showmanship

classes are the only classes broken up by grade, rather than novice or advanced. The quarter

system will be used. Stock type or Western type horses should have feet and legs squarely under

them. English or Classic-type horses may pose with feet slightly behind. The exhibitor should

never stand directly in front of a horse.

11. Exhibitors in English classes are permitted to wear English attire. The judge will be

instructed not to give extra credit for special attire. Exhibitors in Western performance classes

must wear a solid long sleeve button or snap down shirt with a collar, (tie is optional) and dark

blue jeans and belt. No bling, pattern, or design on the shirt. Chaps are not to be worn. Spurs

are optional. For game classes, a unaltered 4-H t-shirt is permitted. Hard-soled, heeled boots

are required for all classes.

12. Pleasure classes: All exhibitors must have their horses under complete control at all times.

Horses must enter the ring unassisted and the gate must be closed before starting the class or

course. Riders will not be allowed to leave the ring until their horses are walking under control.

Riders having difficulty in the ring and desiring to leave should request permission to be excused

from the ringmaster or judge.

13. Members must be mounted when entering the arena for timed events. All exhibitors must

have their mounts under complete control at all times. NO assistance to either the horse or rider

is permitted up to or past the arena gate. If an exhibitor/horse is assisted in any manner, the

exhibitor shall automatically be disqualified. The timed events will be run with a closed gate.

The entry must come to a halt and dismount after finishing the course before leaving the arena.

Acceptable timed patterns will include a turn or circle after crossing the timing line, but prior to a

halt. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

14. Any animal’s appearance or performance shall not be altered by any means, including

medications, external applications, and surgical procedures. Any animal that is found to have

changed its appearance or its performance shall be disqualified from the show, and have

penalties assessed against the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian by the management of the fair or

exhibition.

15. Only the 4-H/FFA member may ride on the day of the fair and only active members and

their immediate family (father/mother/guardian/sibling) are to handle the horse on the day of the

fair.

16. Trainers, friends or anyone else outside of immediate family are to refrain from offering

assistance. They are excluded from the arena, barn and staging area and should remain in the

spectator area. If an exhibitor, while inside the show arena, is assisted in any manner by another

person, the exhibitor shall automatically be disqualified. This rule does not apply to an exhibitor

that assists another for safety concerns, as determined by the judge.

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17. Mechanical hackamores or quick stops are not allowed. Absolutely no metal under the jaw is

permitted in association with a bosal. Leather or rawhide bosals are only permitted on horses five

years old or younger. Ports on shanked bits shall not exceed 1 1/2 ". Curb straps and chains may

be used. No wire curb restraints will be allowed. Exhibitors in violation of this rule will be

disqualified from the class and will be required to change said equipment prior to the next class.

Curb bits will conform to the specifications and regulations laid out in the "Rules and

Regulations for 4-H Equine Shows in Iowa." Tack will be checked at either the judge's discretion

or that of the 4-H Leaders.

18. Classes will be judged on the following basis:

Ability of member to exhibit animal at its best

Evidence of members good training of animal by animals performance

General condition of the animal

Tack will be considered in that it is properly fitted, clean and in good repair.

19. Classes with four entries or less may be combined with other classes at the discretion of the

judge or leader. Please be aware of this and ready at the gate.

20. Overall high point awards are given for pleasure and games. Points go with the horse and

rider combination and are totaled AFTER the show. 1st-5, 2nd-4, 3rd-3, 4th-2, and 5th-1. Points

will be weighted by the number of exhibitors/class (ie. 1st place in a class with three entries will

receive 3 points, 2nd place-2 points, 3rd place-1 point) There must be 5 or more entries to

receive 5 points for 1st place.

21. Horse and/or rider will be excused from a class for any behavior that is disruptive,

dangerous, or abusive to the horse, rider or other exhibitors. Being excused from 2 classes

will result in the rider being excused for the entire show.

22. All exhibitors must make their horses/ponies available for the veterinary inspection prior to

the show. The veterinary decisions about showing the animal are final.

23. All exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up their horse’s manure around trailer and in area

at every clinic and show. If an exhibitor receives a stall for the fair, they are required to clean it

out.

24. Exhibitors shall act respectfully and be courteous at all times. Good sportsmanship will

prevail. 4-H’ers should always be good sports and show good character traits. All exhibitors are

expected to be cooperative, courteous, and good 4-H representatives while participating in 4-H

events.

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Horseless-Horse Project (Mentored)

The horseless-horse project is designed to provide an opportunity for a 4-Her who does not own

a horse or have a 4-H lease agreement to gain valuable knowledge and experience.

1. Any 4-H/FFA member enrolled with the Johnson County Extension Office by May 15th is

eligible to participate in the horseless-horse project. The 4-H’er must enroll in the horseless-

horse project area.

2. Only 4-H/FFA members who are in grades 9-12 may serve as a mentor for the 4-H’er

enrolled in the project area. Any 4-Her who participates in the showmanship class of the

horseless-horse project must have a senior mentor.

3. The mentor shall provide an older, experienced, safe horse. The horse must be nominated and

identified on a horse 106 ID form by May 15 and be on file with the Extension Office under the

mentor's name.

4. Both the mentor and the horseless 4-H member must each attend together the mandatory

meeting in the spring and at least 3 clinics.

5. This project is based on the educational aspects of the project and showmanship at halter.

Showing is completed from the ground; no riding is permitted.

6. The member must submit an Animal Entry listing entry into the horseless-horse class by July

1, this will be done in the member Fair Entry account. The member will participate only in the

horseless-horse showmanship class. Only members enrolled in the horseless-horse project may

participate in this class. They may not participate in other performance or halter classes.

7. Members may present projects for conference judging in the non-animal division related to

horsemanship and equine science under the animal science department. The horseless-horse

project area may also be a topic for a working and/or educational presentations.

Please refer to Rules and Regulations for 4-H Equine Shows in Iowa for details on acceptable

tack and how classes are judged. This can be purchased or downloaded: https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/430

Pony Classes Pony Halter Classes 35600 Mare with Foal born January to fair day 35602 Yearling Filly & Gelding & Two-year olds, born last year or year 35606 Aged pony: 48" and under 35608 Aged Pony: Over 48" and under 57" Show for Champion Pony Halter, from top two in each halter category

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Showmanship Senior (grades 9+), Intermediate (grades 7-8), Junior (grades 4-6) and Horseless Horse Showmanship is strongly encouraged for everyone to do. It is an in-hand pattern class, handler is judged. Novice riders are inexperienced riders in their first 3 years of the horse and pony project.

Leaders reserve the right to move members of the novice class into advanced if deemed

appropriate.

Pony Performance Classes

35610 Advanced Bareback Pleasure (OT)

35612 Novice Bareback Walk-Trot (OT)

35614 Cart Class

35618 English Pleasure

35620 English Equitation

35622 Advanced Walk-Trot (OT)

35624 Novice Walk-Trot (OT)

35626 Advanced Western Pleasure

35628 Novice Western Pleasure

35630 Advanced Western Horsemanship

35632 Novice Western Horsemanship

35634 Advanced Ranch Riding

35636 Novice Ranch Riding

35638 Advanced Reining

35640 Novice Reining

35642 Advanced Trail (OT)

35644 Novice Trail (OT)

35646 In-hand Trail (for ponies not ridden)

(OT = Optional Tack. Either western or English may be used)

Pony Speed Classes

35650 Advanced Egg and Spoon

35652 Novice Egg and Spoon

35654 Advanced Handy Horse

35656 Novice Handy Horse

35658 Advanced Clover Leaf Barrels

35660 Novice Clover Leaf Barrels

35662 Advanced Flag Race

35664 Novice Flag Race

35666 Advanced Keyhole

35668 Novice Keyhole

35670 Advanced Pole Bending

35672 Novice Pole Bending

Fun Class

35674 Pony Costume Class

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Horse Classes

Horse Halter Classes

35680 Mare and Foal born January to fair

35682 Yearling Filly & Gelding and 2 year olds, born last year or the year before last

35684 Aged Gelding, 3 and over

35686 Aged Mare, 3 and over

Show for Champion Halter from top two in each halter category

Showmanship Senior (grades 9+), Intermediate (grades 7-8), Junior (grades 4-6) and Horseless Horse Showmanship is strongly encouraged for everyone to do. It is an in-hand pattern class, handler is

judged.

Novice riders are inexperienced riders in their first 3 years of the horse and pony project.

Leaders reserve the right to move members of the novice class into advanced if deemed

appropriate.

Horse Performance Classes

35688 Advanced Bareback Pleasure (OT)

35690 Novice Bareback Walk-Trot (OT)

35692 Advanced English Pleasure

35694 Novice English Pleasure

35696 Advanced English Equitation

35698 Novice English Equitation

35700 Advanced Walk Trot (OT)

35702 Novice Walk Trot (OT)

35704 Advanced Western Pleasure

35706 Novice Western Pleasure

35708 Advanced Western Horsemanship

35710 Novice Western Horsemanship

35712 Advanced Ranch Riding

35714 Novice Ranch Riding

35716 Advanced Reining

35718 Novice Reining

35720 Advanced Trail (OT)

35722 Novice Trail (OT)

35724 In-hand Trail (for horses not ridden)

(OT = Optional Tack. Either western or English may be used)

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Horse Speed Classes

35730 Advanced Egg and Spoon

35732 Novice Egg and Spoon

35734 Advanced Handy Horse

35736 Novice Handy Horse

35738 Advanced Clover Leaf Barrels

35740 Novice Clover Leaf Barrels

35742 Advanced Flag Race

35744 Novice Flag Race

35746 Advanced Keyhole

35748 Novice Keyhole

35750 Advanced Pole Bending

35752 Novice Pole Bending

Fun Class 35760 Horse Costume Class

LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST 2pm, Sunday, July 22; North Arena

Awards to be given at conclusion of scoring (approximately one hour after contest) Project Leader(s): Norm Ziskovsky, Keith Bothell, Joan Vondracek Assistant Project Leaders: Lone Tree, Mid Prairie and West Brach FFA Instructors Committee: Elsa Schmidt, Renee Thompson, Bridget Mahoney, Kevin Hotz 1. Each 4-H Club/FFA chapter may enter any number of teams. Each team will consist of 4

members, with all 4 scores applied to the team score. Members of a team do not have to be from the same club/chapter, but must be a member of a club/chapter in Johnson County.

2. Any number of individuals may compete for an individual placing. All team members are

automatically entered as individuals. 3. A maximum of 10 minutes will be allowed per class. All animals brought to the fair are

eligible to be selected for judging in these classes. 4. There will be no communication between contestants or with others outside the contest

area during the contest. Failure to abide will result in disqualification. 5. There will be a maximum of 6 classes (50 points per class) which include market and

breeding classes in swine, beef, sheep and goats. A maximum of 2 questions classes may be offered with questions asked after contestants have judged the class. The judge will designate classes to be used for questions prior to the contest. Contestants may not be permitted to observe animals while questions are asked.

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6. Ties between individuals will be broken by the higher score in questions, followed by the

number of perfect scores and the highest overall score. Ties between teams will be broken by the highest team score in questions, followed by the highest number of perfect scores.

7. Plaques will be awarded to the top two individuals and top two teams, with ribbons

awarded to 10th place. Awards may also include top teams and individuals in divisions.

PET DEPARTMENT (Sunday, 1pm South Arena)

Project Leader: Lisa Haugland 1. Each member is limited to 1 entry (a bowl of fish or such grouping is 1 entry). 2. During the county fair, dog projects are only permitted on the grounds at the time of their

show and are restricted to the South Arena. This guideline is for the safety of all who attend the county fair. Dogs are not allowed in or around other livestock at any time. Pets must be leashed, caged, or contained and kept away from animals and buildings. They are to be on the grounds during the time of judging only.

3. ***NEW in 2018 members will fill out Pet Show Questionnaire Form and return to the

Extension Office by Friday, July 20. Participants will be judged on their knowledge of their pet, their pet’s condition, and the member’s ability to handle them.

4. Dogs and cats must be at least four months old. 5. All dog and cat exhibitors in the pet show MUST have a current rabies certificate on file at

the Extension Office by July 1 (with their entries). No records on file at the time of the show will lead to disqualification. Health papers for other pets are not required.

6. Dogs entered in obedience classes may not be shown at the pet show.

CLASSES 34801 Junior Division 34802 Intermediate Division 34803 Senior Division Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate, Junior (See Showmanship section page)

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POULTRY DEPARTMENT Project Leader: Michele and David Raim Jr. Committee: All poultry exhibitors 1. Members may exhibit one pen in each class. Individual entries cannot come from pairs.

Check in will be from 9am-noon on Saturday, July 21. All market birds must be weighed in at check in on Saturday afternoon in Barn 1. The exhibitor must be present for the weigh-in.

2. Pullorum-typhoid testing will be held during the check in process in Barn 1. The State

Veterinarian requires that 100% of birds coming to the show MUST be tested or show proof that the exhibitor has a certified hatchery.

3. Meat classes will be weighed and average pen weight and variance will be calculated. Birds must be market ready; no early birds will be accepted.

4. Champion and reserve champion meat production pens may be offered at auction Thursday morning prior to the beef sale. The exhibitor must be present to assist with auction.

5. Poultry exhibiting any evidence of health problems or concerns will be sent home. No unsound entries will be accepted. 6. Standardized Egg Production Pullets (Pen of 3): California White chicks will be sold to 4-H &

FFA members wishing to have entries in this class. Chicks will be: Day old pullets. Wing banded with sealed and individually numbered bands. Available for pick up at the Extension Office around the first week of March. Watch for the

pick-up date as only one delivery will be scheduled. One lot of approx. 12 per member. The price for these will be available at the time of

delivery. Cost does include banding. A warm facility with supplemental heat is required for chicks this time of year. Exhibitors must show entries with their assigned wing/leg band numbers. 7. Production Broilers (Pen of 3): Broilers will be sold and provided to any 4-H & FFA members

wishing to have entries in this class. Broilers will be: Day old cockerels. Wing banded with sealed and individually numbered bands. Available for pick up at the Extension Office in June. One lot of 12 chicks per member. Exhibitors must show entries with their assigned wing/leg band numbers.

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CLASSES 26001 Standardized Egg Production Pullets: Pen of 3 (see item 6) 26002 Egg Production: Pen of 3 pullets under 24 weeks of age 26003 Egg Production: Pen of 3 hens 1 year or older 26004 Meat Production: Pen of 3 chickens under 3 mo. age 26005 Standardized Meat Production: Pen of 3 Broilers (entry required by May 15, see item 7)

26401 Meat Production: Pen of 3 ducks under 4 mo. age 26601 Meat Production: Pen of 3 geese under 5 mo. age 26201 Meat Production: Pen of 3 turkeys under 6 mo. age 26801 Non-Commercial, Bantam: Pair (1 male/female) of fancy fowl of same breed 26802 Non-Commercial, Bantam: Individual (male or female) of fancy fowl 27001 Non-Commercial, Standard: Pair (1 male/female) fowl of same breed. 27002 Non-Commercial, Standard: Individual (male or female) fowl 28001 Games Birds: Pair (1 male/1 female) of same breed (pheasants, quail, partridge) 28002 Games Birds: Individual (male or female) 28053 Hobby Birds: Pair (1 male/1 female) of same breed (pigeons, quineas, peafowl) 28504 Hobby Birds: Individual (male or female) Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate, Junior (See Showmanship section)

Poultry Fun Classes (These classes do not need pre-registered for and do not receive premiums.) Poultry Pageant/Crowing Contest: 5pm Tuesday in North Arena: Limit 1 bird/exhibitor. Bring

your favorite bird to north arena to compete in the poultry pageant/crowing contest. Poultry Poster Exhibit: An educational poster. Can cover topics about breed, care and current

poultry issues. Words should be no smaller than 14 size font and fit on one side of a 8.5x11 paper.

RABBIT DEPARTMENT

Project Leader: Jeff Englert Assistant Leader: Bill Englert, Charlie Fulton, Jason Fulton Youth Project Helpers: Senior 4-H/FFA Members *** Starting in 2018 ALL rabbits (except meat pens & single fryers) must be legibly tattooed in their left ear using letters and/or numbers. Rabbits will be checked in at the fair and the tattoo MUST match the tattoo given online in order to be shown- NO EXCEPTIONS! *** It is recommended that all rabbit exhibitors secure their cage doors at the fair with zip/cable ties or padlocks.

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1. Each member may exhibit eight Fancy and twelve Commercial rabbits, along with one Johnson County Bred Junior Rabbit. Exhibitors who raise more than one breed now have an additional opportunity to show in more than one breed. For example: You may enter more than one rabbit per breed and age category (you could sign up for Rex Sr. Buck class 33605 twice on your nomination in Fair Entry if you have 2 rabbits that fit that category). Remember maximum is eight Fancy breed and twelve Commercial breed rabbits. There is no maximum age limit on rabbits.

2. Check in will be from 7:00-10:00am on Sunday, July 22nd ONLY.

3. 4-H/FFA members must nominate online rabbits/rabbit classes in which they intend to participate by May 15. Single fryers and meat pens are exempt from the nomination process. A Help Sheet on nominating is available at: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/sites/www.extension.iastate.edu/files/johnson/Johnson%20Co%20Only%20Rabbit%20Help%20Sheet.pdf Nominations must be submitted by May 15. Animals identified as part of a 4-H project CANNOT be identified as an FFA project. All animals must be owned by and identified to the individual 4-H/FFA member. When registration papers are involved, the papers must be in the name of the member or in a family member’s name. Animals changing ownership after being identified as a project are ineligible to show in that year by any 4-H/FFA member.

4. Bucks & does will be classified according to age. Fancy breed rabbits are a smaller breed

used for fur (juniors are under six months of age, seniors are over six months of age). Commercial breed rabbits are larger and used for meat (juniors are under the age of six months, intermediates are rabbits 6-8 months of age, and seniors are over eight months of age).

5. Each recognized breed will be judged separately on their breed standard. Crossbreeds can

no longer be shown at the fair. Rabbits exhibiting any evidence of health problems or concerns will be sent home.

6. Rabbits that are aggressive or have bitten someone in the past are not allowed to be

shown. 7. Market pens will be weighed at the time of check-in. Exhibitors are required to

attend. Rabbits weighing more than their class specifications will be disqualified. No exceptions.

8. Champion & Reserve Champion Market Pens of 3 Rabbits are eligible for the auction on Thursday. 4-H/FFA members not earning a Champion/Reserve Champion honor may sell one market pen of 3 of their choice in the auction. This new rule allows for more 4-H/FFA members to be involved with the auction.

9. 4-H/FFA members may enter one rabbit per fur class according to their breed fur. The rabbit

must also be entered in one of the individual breed/age category classes.

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10. Johnson County Fair- Johnson County Bred Junior Rabbit. Each 4-H/FFA member is limited to one entry for this class and must meet all the criteria set forth in rules that were sent out to members, along with reference information on the Johnson County 4-H website.

11. Spayed or neutered rabbits can only be shown in the pet show.

12. 4-H/FFA members become ineligible to exhibit upon completion of the calendar year of high school graduation.

Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate, Junior (See Showmanship section)

Monday, July 23rd @ 10:00 a.m. Breezeway of Rabbit Barn PRODUCTION CLASSES (limit one entry per class) 33301 Light Market Pen of 3: Under 3 months and not weighing more than 4 ½ lbs. (ideally between 3 ½ -4 ½ lbs.) 33302 Heavy Market Pen of 3: Under 3 months and not weighing over 5 ½ lb. (ideally

between 4 ½ -5 ½ lbs.) 33303 Single Fryer: Under 3 months and not weighing over 5 ½ lbs. (ideally between 4-5

½ lbs.)

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INDIVIDUAL BREED CLASSES:

Fancy Breeds (formerly 4-Class Breeds)

Senior Buck Senior Doe Junior Buck Junior Doe

Belgian Hare 33525 33526 33527 33528

Britannia Petite 33529 33530 33531 33532

Dutch 33533 33534 33535 33536

Dwarf Hotot 33537 33538 33539 33540

English Angora 33541 33542 33543 33544

English Spot 33545 33546 33547 33548

Florida White 33549 33550 33551 33552

French Angora 33553 33554 33554 33556

Fuzzy Lop 33557 33558 33559 33560

Harlequin 33561 33562 33563 33564

Havana 33565 33566 33567 33568

Himalayan 33569 33570 33571 33572

Holland Lop 33573 33574 33575 33576

Jersey Wooly 33577 33578 33579 33580

Lilac 33581 33582 33583 33584

Mini Lop 33585 33586 33587 33588

Mini Rex 33589 33590 33591 33592

Mini Satin 33593 33594 33595 33596

Netherland Dwarf 33597 33598 33599 33600

Polish 33601 33602 33603 33604

Rex 33605 33606 33607 33608

Rhinelander 33609 33610 33611 33612

Sable 33613 33614 33615 33616

Satin Angora 33617 33618 33619 33620

Silver 33621 33622 33623 33624

Silver Marten 33625 33626 33627 33628

Standard Chinchilla 33629 33630 33631 33632

Tan 33633 33634 33635 33636

Thrianta 33637 33638 33639 33640

Lionhead 33641 33642 33643 33644

JOHNSON COUNTY BRED JUNIOR RABBIT: 33699 Johnson County Bred Junior Rabbit

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Commercial Breeds (formerly 6-Class Breeds)

Senior Buck Senior Doe 6-8 Buck 6-8 Doe Junior Buck Junior Doe

American 33701 33702 33703 33704 33705 33706

American Chinchilla 33707 33708 33709 33710 33711 33712

Argente Bruns 33713 33714 33715 33716 33717 33718

Beveren 33719 33720 33721 33722 33723 33724

Californian 33725 33726 33727 33728 33729 33730

Champagne D'Argent 33731 33732 33733 33734 33735 33736

Checkered Giant 33737 33738 33739 33740 33741 33742

Cinnamon 33743 33744 33745 33746 33747 33748

Creme D'Argent 33749 33750 33751 33752 33753 33754

English Lop 33755 33756 33757 33758 33759 33760

Flemish Giant 33761 33762 33763 33764 33765 33766

French Lop 33767 33768 33769 33770 33771 33772

Giant Angora 33773 33774 33775 33776 33777 33778

Giant Chinchilla 33779 33780 33781 33782 33783 33784

Hotot 33785 33786 33787 33788 33789 33790

New Zealand 33791 33792 33793 33794 33795 33796

Palomino 33797 33798 33799 33800 33801 33802

Satin 33804 33805 33806 33807 33808 33809

Silver Fox 33810 33811 33812 33813 33814 33815

FUR CLASSES (must also be entered in one or more of the breed classes, limit one entry per class) 33901 Normal White Breed Fur (New Zealand, Florida White, Mini-Lop, etc.) 33902 Normal Colored Breed Fur (Havana, Silver Marten, Holland Lop, etc.) 33903 Rex Fur (Mini Rex and Rex) 33904 Satin Fur (Satin and Mini Satin) 33905 Angora Wool (Jersey Wooly, English Angora, French Angora, Lionhead etc.)

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SHEEP DEPARTMENT

Project Leader: Mary Clausen Committee: Sid Greiner, Keith Bothell & Gerard Johnson Sheep Barn Clean-up: Thursday, July 26 at 7:00 a.m. (before the auction) ***ALL sheep should have a 4-H (or FFA) issued tag listed as the animal id in 4honline by May 15th. If you were unable to attend weigh ins, please contact the Extension Office for a tag and follow tag id protocol. 1. Each exhibitor may show up to a maximum of 5 market lambs in individual market classes.

Ewe lambs may be exhibited as market lambs, but lambs shown in market classes MAY NOT be shown in breeding classes. All lambs must be dropped after January 1 of this year. Check-in and weigh-in order will be: production lambs, market lambs, speckle-faced ewes, and commercial ewes.

2. Exhibitors are limited to 2 entries in each of the breeding classes. There is no ram or Pure

Bread ewe lamb class. State fair market lamb nominees and county fair production market lambs must be weighed in at a county weigh in. Three lambs may be weighed as production lambs (suggest 55-70 lb. at that time) from which one will be chosen by member for county fair production lamb class. That lamb may NOT be shown in the individual market class, but others weighed in May could be shown as individual market lambs. The production market class will be judged 50% on rate-of-gain and 50% on visual appraisal.

3. Market lambs must be docked, castrated, and ear tagged. Lambs showing prolapses will be

sent home immediately. All lambs brought to the county fair must have the federal scrapie eradication program tag. The scrapie tag is required regardless of whether the lamb is shown in market or breeding classes.

4. Market lambs must be shown unfitted or in shorn condition. 5. Commercial ewe lambs are any registered or non-registered ewe lambs that would make

replacement-breeding stock. Lambs may be shown at halter if trained to show at halter.

6. Animals need to be brought to the fairgrounds on Saturday before fair. All animals will need to be in place by 12pm, noon. Weigh ins will begin at 1pm. Following the weigh-in, market classes and breeding ewe lamb classes will be divided into weight breaks so an equal number will be in each class.

7. Lambs should weigh from 110-135 lb. Any lamb weighing less than 90 lb. will be shown in a feeder class not eligible for champions or auction. The county production lamb weigh-in is Tuesday, May 1 in Barn 5. All market lambs intended for the Iowa State Fair need to also be

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weighed in at a designated county weigh in. Fees will be charged per animal for all nominations for state fair and Ak-Sar-Ben.

8. Grand, reserve grand, champion, and reserve champion market and production lambs (this includes 1st & 2nd place lambs in each market/production lamb class) will be eligible for sale on Thursday, with weights based on from the weigh-in. The project leader will announce market options for other lambs and release times. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to be present at the time of the auction. If unable, it is the exhibitor’s responsibility to find a replacement for themselves and get the animal to the sale ring on time or it will not sell.

9. The fair board will provide chips for the first bedding and then offer chips for sale for re-

bedding. Only chips will be used for bedding. The project leader will monitor the cleanliness of exhibitor pens and may request that the bedding be changed due to odor or dirty or wet conditions.

10. No coaching will be allowed from or near the ring. This includes verbal or non-verbal

coaching. Violators will be escorted from the barn/showing area for the duration of the show.

CLASSES 30505 Commercial Speckle- and/or White-Face Ewe Lamb 30506 Commercial Ewe Lamb, Black Face 30507 Individual Production Lamb 31008 Individual Speckle-Faced Market Wether 31009 Individual Market Lamb

Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate, Junior (See Showmanship section) Open Class (K-3 youth) – See Open Class Section

SHOWMANSHIP

1. 4-H and FFA members owning and showing livestock/animal projects are eligible and

encouraged to compete in the showmanship contest in each livestock department in which they have exhibited. Exhibitors must show their own animals.

2. There is no pre-entry for showmanship classes. 3. Showmanship is based on the appearance and attitude of the exhibitor, the condition of the

animal, personal safety, grooming (clipping/cleanliness) of the animal, and presentation of the animal.

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4. Banners will be awarded to winners in each grade division in market beef, foundation beef herd, sheep, swine, dairy cattle, dog, pets, goat, horse, pony, rabbit, and poultry. The divisions are Junior (grades 4-6), Intermediate (grades 7 and 8), and Senior (grades 9-12). There will be junior (grades 4-7) and senior (grades 8-12) divisions only for dairy cattle.

5. Showmanship may be won only ONCE per grade division per department. Exhibitors must

compete in their own grade division.

SWINE DEPARTMENT

Project Leader: Dylan Schrock

Committee Members: Mike Waldschmidt, Steve Bothell, Kevin Hotz, Norm Novak, Bryan

Ovary, & Sarah Bothell

***ALL swine should have a 4-H (or FFA) issued tag listed as the animal id in 4honline by May 15th. All swine are required to have tag inserted in each animals ear by MAY 15th. Please contact the Extension Office for a tag and follow tag id protocol. If you need a swine committee member to volunteer and tag your animals for you, please notify the office by May 10.

1. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply

in this department.

2. It is suggested that market swine are to be farrowed on or after February 1 of this year

and must be enrolled as a swine project. All commercial gilts must be farrowed on or

after January 1 of this year.

3. ALL pigs must be nominated in 4honline by May 15. This includes ear notches.

4. ALL exhibitors are required to have a premise identification, provided by IDALS, on file

with the Extension Office by June 15. All youth are required to have passed or have a

current YQCA and send copy of completed certification by June 15 to the Extension

Office.

5. There shall be no coloring agents, powder or oil used on swine.

6. Due to packer demands and concerns, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that pigs are

not clipped. Hair should not be shorter than ½ inch. There will be NO clipping allowed

on the grounds.

7. The judge and project committee members will have the authorization to disqualify any

pigs that are severely unsound or any of the following:

a. Pigs with serious injury, evidence of stress or defect.

b. Pigs that are structurally unsound

c. Illness

8. All animals must be owned and identified by the individual 4-H member.

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9. Each exhibitor is limited to 6 pigs total. Members may have two entries per class. Each

pig may only be shown in one individual class.

10. Minimum weight- No swine weighing less than 225 lbs. will be allowed to show. Market

classes will be broken to approximately equal numbers; with the basis of division being

the weights of the animals. All pigs will be weighed for classification into weight classes

by project leader.

11. Fairboard will provide wood chips for the first bedding, and then offer chips for sale for

additional use. ONLY chips may be used as swine bedding. Swine must be watered in a

non-tipping pan or device.

12. No two pigs of one family, farm or exhibitor may have the same ear notches. Notches

must be made deeply in order to read them at fair. Project leader has the right to reject

any pig with improper ear notches.

13. Each member may select one pig to be sold at auction, two head maximum for those

earning Grand & Reserve Grand honors. If a youth has a Grand or Reserve Grand

Champion, they will be allowed to sell one more head if necessary, to reach the 2 head

quota. Grand or Reserve Grand Pairs may be sold as a pair or they may be split to sell as

individuals. Selling the 2 animals fulfills the exhibitors 2 head quota.

14. The movement of all swine following the county fair must be reported to the Iowa

Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS), through the Iowa Swine

Exhibitions Reporting Form under 2012 Legislation changes. If pigs are NOT being

sold to Tyson’s, via the fair trucking, the exhibitor must complete a Non- Terminal

Form and return it the project leader or Extension Office by 6pm the day of the

show. This form will include the seller’s and buyer’s address another contact

information. The exhibitor, parent, and buyer and/or seller must take responsibility not to

transfer disease from the fair to a swine production site. It is recommended pigs

returning from the fair after a non-terminal show be isolated from other pigs on the farm.

Please work with your veterinarian to establish a disease prevention/isolation plan.

15. All swine will be ranked in a Carcass Value Contest. Awards will be given to the Top

Barrow and Gilt. Members are responsible for paying scanning fees to the Johnson

County Extension Office at the time of scanning.

16. State Fair Pigs- All pigs must be identified in 4honline by May 15. It is the

responsibility of the youth to contact the Extension Office for Iowa State Fair DNA Tags.

17. Single Source Class

a. Youth may purchase up to 4 pigs, but only allowed to exhibit 3 at the county fair.

b. Youth must be sign up in the Extension Office for the single source class by March

12, 2018. There will be a minimum number of youth needed for this class in order to

proceed.

c. Pigs will be picked up at a location, later determined by swine committee.

d. All pigs will be selected and distributed randomly to youth.

e. Price will be set according to market value the day of pick up. Participants will be

responsible for payment upon receipt of the animal.

f. Any member purchasing pigs for the single source class will only be allowed to enter

those animals in the single source fair classes. Single Source pigs will only show

against single source pigs.

g. Youth participating in the single source division will still be eligible to exhibit other

swine in the market and breeding classes if desired.

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h. Champion Rate of Gain will be calculated from spring weigh in and distribution.

18. Breeding Gilt Class

a. Gilts must be farrowed on or after January 1 of this year.

b. Breeding gilt is not allowed to show in any market class divisions.

c. Overall Champion Breeding Gilt will represent Johnson County at the Southeast Iowa

Showdown.

19. Following the picking of the Grand Champion Market Barrow the judge will select an

overall Grand Champion that will represent Johnson County at the Southeast Iowa

Showdown.

CLASSES

32110 Breeding Gilt (max up to 2 entries)

32320 Single Source Pair

32322 Single Source Gilt

32325 Single Source Barrow

32511 Market Pair (max up to 2 entries)

32515 Market Gilt (max up to 2 entries)

32517 Market Barrow (max up to 2 entries)

Showmanship will follow picking of Grand Champion Swine (Senior, Intermediate, and Junior)

NON-ANIMAL DIVISION

GENERAL RULES

1. Group exhibits can be presented by an individual or group. Each group exhibit receives one premium. Each member of a group exhibit:

Must be enrolled in that project. Gets a county fair ribbon. If the exhibit is intended to be eligible for state fair, all group members must meet eligibility

requirements for state fair. For groups with junior members, 50% of the contributors must be in 7-12th grade. List 4th graders as contributors, but not group members for state fair exhibits.

2. An exhibit is to be an outgrowth of project work during the current 4-H year to show learning/skills developed to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the member or group. Exhibits may be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook, model, video, etc.

JUDGING OF ALL NON-ANIMAL EXHIBITS WILL BE DONE ON FRIDAY, JULY 20, IN MONTGOMERY HALL. Members should bring completed 4-H Fair Exhibit Entry Form and written materials as needed at their club’s assigned time. Check-in will be done upstairs at the north end of Montgomery Hall prior to judging. No one will be admitted for judging after 3:00 p.m.

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3. All non-livestock exhibits now require pre-entry in order to be submitted as a project on judging day. Members are required to enter each project into the Fair Entry system by, Monday, July 16 at 11:59 p.m. Item descriptions are required. (Ex. Acceptable- 8x10 photo of red barn and white daisies. Not Accepted- 8x10 photo with black mat.)

4. All exhibits must have one completed entry tag securely fastened to exhibit. These will be handed out to you upon check in on judging day. Please arrive early to allow time to tag your items. Entry tags and any written materials MUST BE SECURELY FASTENED to the exhibit.

5. Each item in an exhibit must be securely labeled with the exhibitor’s name. Labels should be placed on the back of posters and cards, and in an inconspicuous place on other items.

5. All exhibits will be conference judged. Exhibitors will rotate to a different judge for each

project area and visit in a conference setting. Parents are welcome as observers but are not to participate in conference between judge and member.

6. Junior members (grades 4, 5, 6) must include a written goal statement attached to the

project and should be prepared to verbally answer the following questions about each exhibit:

a) What did you plan to learn or do? (What was your exhibit goal(s)?) b) What steps did you take to learn or do this? c) What were the most important things you learned? ***Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutrition, photography,

and visual art classes. 7. A written explanation, an audio cassette, or video tape is to be included as part of each

exhibit for Intermediates and Seniors (grades 7-12). The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following questions about the exhibit:

a) What did you plan to learn or do? (What was your exhibit goal(s)?) b) What steps did you take to learn or do this? c) What were the most important things you learned? ***Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutrition, photography,

and visual art classes.

8. Exhibit classes are broad categories. Members are encouraged to use the Hot Sheets,

manuals, and program materials to determine goals and plan learning experiences.

9. The 4-H’er’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, workmanship and techniques, and general appearance and design. Exhibitors will receive written evaluation comments on the exhibits and a blue, red, or white Iowa State Fair exhibitor’s ribbon. Refer

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to exhibit class evaluation rubrics for detailed evaluation criteria in each class. Rubrics are located on each 4-H project page at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects

10. Exhibitors need to check the exhibit guidelines carefully and include any written information that might be required in each project area. (For example: Food and Nutrition has special requirements for labels, recipe requirements and so forth.)

11. Copyright logos, design, or trademark material should not be used for exhibits on public display at a fair or other setting without written permission. If written permission has been obtained for an exhibit it should be included in the written support materials of that exhibit. For display purposes, exhibits will then be labeled “Copyright permission granted.” You do not need permission to use the 4-H emblem. This is granted to you as a member of the 4-H program, as long as you are not making money from its use and you follow the guidelines governing the physical attributes of the 4-H clover.

12. RECOGNITION: Ribbons are given based on the Danish System of Judging. The Danish System places exhibits in groups representing standards met.

BLUE: Exhibit meets all standards well. RED: Exhibit meets some standards well, but could use improvement on other standards. WHITE: Exhibit needs improvement on many standards or is missing information critical to

the evaluation of standards. PURPLE: Exhibit exceeded standards. It is the best of the blues.

13. Exhibits will be released Wednesday between 8:00-8:30 p.m ONLY. All exhibits must be picked at this time.

14. Some exhibits could fit into more than one class. The exhibitor should determine the class that relates best to their exhibit goal. What was your goal?

15. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned:

Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size. (Note special size for Communications Poster)

Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, model displays, etc., may not exceed 48” x 48” in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.

Display boxes may not exceed 28" x 22" in height or width and 12" in depth. 16. Due to security, members are discouraged from using items that have special meaning and

historical value as the exhibit or part of an exhibit. 17. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects), or songbird feathers and

nests may NOT be used in any exhibit.

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18. To exhibit livestock & horticulture specimens (projects) at the Iowa State Fair, exhibits must

be entered on the Iowa State Fair Entry process by July 1. 19. Johnson County 4-Hers must be 7th grade & older (intermediate or senior) to exhibit at the

Iowa State Fair. Group projects/Share-The-Fun have their own qualifying criteria. 20. Eligible 4-Hers may have no more than 2 exhibits per year advance to state fair

(Communications Posters are not counted as an “exhibit”). 21. State fair winners will receive plaques during the Awards Ceremony on Wednesday. State

fair exhibitors are responsible for reading and complying with the Iowa State Fair General Exhibit rules for the exhibit to be eligible for Iowa State Fair participation.

22. Extension Office will coordinate transportation of 4-H exhibits that fit into a van, to and

from state fair. Volunteers are needed to drive. Transportation of large exhibits is the responsibility of the family. All exhibitors will pack their exhibit for travel. Please take into consideration the number of items the county is packing and transporting.

INSTRUCTION ON OBTAINING PERMISSION TO USE COPYRIGHT MATERIALS Often we get “ideas” by observation of others’ works of art, crafts, recipes, etc. It is very important to give credit to those individuals or companies who have created materials, resources, logos, trademarks, photographs, etc., that you may want to incorporate into a 4-H exhibit for the county fair. In many cases, requesting permission can do this. A sample letter is available from the Extension Office to help you with this. Getting permission to use someone’s work often takes a long time. Think ahead for the 2018 fair season. You will want to send two copies of your letter to the person or company from whom you are requesting permission. They will keep one copy and return the other to you. You should also send a self-addressed, pre-stamped envelope to aid in their convenience to respond to you. Remember-they do not have to grant you permission, but if you explain fully how you plan to use their work, they are more likely to grant permission. It is important to remember that giving credit to someone else is very important in any area of your work. In written papers it may be through the use of footnotes; with exhibit items, credit and permission should be included in the accompanying folders. As you put your ideas together, be sure to keep a list of where you got your ideas. If it is a book, magazine, or other printed material, include the name of the publication, the issue, volume, year, and page number from which it was taken. This type of documentation supports your efforts to give credit to the original individual or source. Remember-when in doubt, ask permission. For more information please visit: www.extension.iastate.edu/4hfiles/statefair/SFDocuments/SF1UseofCopyrightVI010401.pdf

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JUDGING SCHEDULE FOR ALL NON-ANIMAL EXHIBITS

Friday, July 20, 2018 – Montgomery Hall

No one will be admitted for judging after 3:00 p.m.

8:30 a.m.-11 am Graham Champions Cosgrove Hustlers Prairiemasters East Lucas Clovers Sharon Center Sensations Coralville Excellence

11:00- 1:00 pm Ramblin Recks & Rosies FreLincs Victory Macbride’s Pride Golden Rule/Golden Stars

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Horse & Pony Deer Creek Ramblers Greencastle Barnstormers Sharp Shooters Monroe Hustlers

AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Project Leader: Teresa Kasper Garden Project Leader: Bonnie Nemec CLASS 10110 Animal Science An exhibit (other than the animal itself) that shows the learning about a large or small animal including beef, dairy cattle, dairy goats, dogs, horse & pony, meat goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, sheep and swine. Ownership of any animal is not required. 10120 Veterinary Science An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy.

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10210 CROP PRODUCTION An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field crops. 10220 ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY An exhibit that shows the connections between humans and their environment including energy, stewardship, conservation, entomology, fish and wildlife, or forestry. Includes collections. 10230 Horticulture and Plant Science

An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, soils, small fruit production, vegetable and flower gardens, plant nutrition, careers, etc. (Garden crops and herbs are exhibited in classes in the 4-H Horticulture Department under 4-H Livestock.) 10235 Home Grounds Improvement – An exhibit that shows learning about landscape plans, selection of landscape plants, ornamental garden features, home yard improvement, storage sheds, careers, etc. 10240 Outdoor Adventures - An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking, or other outdoor activities. 10250 Safety and Education in Shooting Sports - An exhibit that shows learning about safe and responsible use of firearms and archery equipment or wildlife management. (The exhibit may not include actual firearms; archery equipment allowed if tips are removed from arrows.)

10260 Other Agriculture and Natural Resources - An exhibit that shows learning about agriculture or natural resources and does not fit in any of the classes listed above. Garden Specimens – Limit of 10 exhibits per member 40102: Beans, snap, six specimens 40111: Beets, globe, three specimens 40120: Cabbage, round, one head 40150: Cantaloupe or Muskmelon, any variety, one specimen 40115: Carrots, three specimens 40130: Cucumbers, for slicing, three specimens 40131: Cucumbers, dill, 3-5 inches, three specimens 40132: Cucumber, for pickling, six specimens 40141: Eggplant, oriental type, one specimen 40151: Honeydew Melon, one specimen 40146: Kohlrabi, white, three specimens 40160 Onions (dry), red, three specimens 40161: Onions (dry), white, three specimens 40162: Onions (dry), yellow, three specimens 40164: Onions (dry), green, three specimens 40174: Peppers, sweet, bell, blocky, any other, three specimens

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40176: Peppers, sweet, bell, elongated, any other, three specimens 40176: Peppers, sweet, banana, yellow, three specimens 40179: Peppers, hot, cayenne type, three specimens (includes cayenne, Thai) 40186: Peppers, hot, any other color or variety, three specimens (includes Cherry Bomb,

Mariachi, etc.) 40190: Potatoes, red, three specimens 40191: Potatoes, white, three specimens 40192: Potatoes, yellow/gold, three specimens 40205: Squash, summer, scallop or patty bun, three specimens 40206: Squash, summer, zucchini, green, three specimens 40207: Squash, summer, zucchini, yellow, three specimens 40208: Squash, summer, any other variety, three specimens 40212: Squash, winter, any other variety, three specimens 40215: Sweet Corn, yellow, three ears exhibited with husks open on one side 40216: Sweet Corn, yellow and white, three ears exhibited with husks open on one side 40217: Sweet Corn, white, three ears exhibited with husks open on one side 40225: Tomato, red slicing, three specimens 40226: Tomato, yellow slicing, three specimens 40227: Tomato, cherry type, red, large (one or more inches in diameter), six specimens 40228: Tomato, cherry type, red, small (less than one inch in diameter), six specimens 40231: Tomato, cocktail type (bite-size), grape, red, six specimens (includes Juliet) 40236: Tomato, other, three specimens 40152: Watermelon, any variety, one specimen 40153: Any other kind of vegetable, one specimen 40154: Standard market basket containing not less than five, or more than ten kinds of

vegetables displayed not larger than 5" x 11" x 18". Must include folder of garden plan. Herbs: 40401: Basil, three sprigs in a bottle/vase of water 40405: Chives, three sprigs 40403: Dill, two heads, tied near lower end and again just below the seed heads 40404: Mint, three sprigs 40405: Parsley, three sprigs in a bottle/vase of water 40406: Rosemary, three sprigs 40407: Any other individual herb, three sprigs in bottle/vase of water 40490: Herb collection: Five varieties in water, 1-4- 6” sprigs per jar

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Flowers: 40501: Flower arrangements- Flowers do not have to be grown in garden but must be

arranged by entrant. On a 3x5 card, or larger, state where grown or acquired, also where and how arrangement can be used.

40502: Succulent Dish- items used do not have to be grown in garden but must be arranged by entrant. On a 3x5 card or larger, state where grown or acquired, also where and how arrangement can be used.

40503: Single Flower specimen, grown by 4-H of FFA member. Cut to present best natural presentation of the type of plant. Use clear glass bottle or jar. Give the variety name for each.

40504: Dried, items used do not have to be grown in garden but must be arranged by entrant. On a 3x5 card or larger, state where grown or acquired, also where and how arrangement can be used.

40506: Other Garden Exhibit- Small fruit crop, heirloom varieties, unusual varieties. Refer to the following publication for display help: “Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit” 4H-462 http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/4H462.pdf

BUCKET OF FLOWERS Entry Time is 10am on Sunday

Project Leader: Johnson County Master Gardeners Class Numbers Juniors 40610 Intermediates 40611 Senior 40612 This event is only for Master Gardeners and 4-H/FFA members. Participants will plant flowers/ornamental plants in a 5 gallon bucket. Exhibitor’s name, along with the name of the plants, used should be provided and attached permanently to the bucket for display. The container should have drain holes. Styrofoam peanuts or plastic jugs should be placed in the bottom of the bucket to decrease weight. All participants will receive a ribbon. Buckets are to be delivered to the Master Gardener Tent by 10am on Sunday of the fair and picked up at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Awards will be provided in the following areas: Most Colorful, Most Unique, and Best Use of Plants.

SCARECROW CONTEST

Entry Time is 10am on Sunday Project Leader: Johnson County Master Gardeners

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Class Number 40620

1. Scarecrows must be freestanding, not over 6 feet tall or less than 3 feet tall. Scarecrows must be hand-made by Johnson County 4-H/FFA members or residents and be constructed of materials that withstand weather.

2. Points are based on creativity, originality, and how materials are utilized. Ribbons are awarded for 1st and 2nd in different age categories, most original, funniest, and scariest.

3. Scarecrows must be set up by 10am on Sunday in the Master Gardener Demo Garden area and will be displayed throughout fair. Participants need to remove their scarecrow by 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

2. Points are based on creativity, originality, and how materials are utilized. Ribbons are awarded for 1st and 2nd in different age categories, most original, funniest, and scariest.

3. Scarecrows must be set up by 5:00 p.m. on Monday in the Master Gardener Demo Garden area and will be displayed throughout fair. Participants need to remove their scarecrow by 8:00 p.m. on Thursday.

CLOTHING EVENT

Tuesday, July 10, Extension Office

Project Leader: 1. Exhibitors who are enrolled in the clothing project will receive a mailing from the Extension Office and will be required to sign up for a judging time themselves. 2. Clothing Event Forms will be available for pick up at the Extension Office and will also be

available online at: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/page/member-info 3. Each 4-Her will be scheduled for a 10-minute evaluation conference with a judge on July

10th, during which time they will model their complete outfit. 4. Completed garment description and narration forms should be presented to the project

leader prior to conference judging. Please attach a color photo of 4-Her in the garment. A 4-Her who participates in more than one category must decide the day of judging in which category they will model at the Style Show.

5. All 4-Hers will model during the fair on Sunday, July 22 @ 5:00PM in the Variety Tent. Youth will meet near the stage at 4:45 for line-up.

6. Clothing Event Forms along with the model’s photo and ribbon awarded will be displayed in Montgomery Hall during the fair.

7. A member may represent Johnson County in only one clothing event contest per year at the Iowa State Fair 4-H Awardrobe Clothing

8. Honorable Mention ribbons will be given to approximately 40% of the participants. 9. Golden Rule Golden Stars 4-H Club will give $15 to 1 model in each of the 3 categories. Each

model who participates in the Style Show will have their name placed in the drawing for the category in which they model. Winner's names will be drawn and announced at the end of the Style Show and the monetary award given at that time. Participants must be present to win.

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10. Four Fashion Revue participants (grades 9-12) will be eligible to represent Johnson County with no more than two (2) participants from any one category (female, male, or minority) at the Iowa State Fair 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event. Three Clothing Selection participants (one female, one male, one minority) will be eligible to represent Johnson County at the Awardrobe. Three $15 Challenge participants (one female, one male, one minority) will be eligible to represent Johnson County at the Awardrobe. 4-Hers may participate only one time in the Iowa State Fair Awardrobe Clothing Selection and The $15 Challenge programs. The date for the Iowa State Fair 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event is August 9.

SPECIAL CRITERIA Fashion Revue All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should:

a. Have been enrolled in a 4-H Clothing project in the current 4-H program year. b. Model a garment or outfit the entrant has constructed, hand-knitted, machine-knitted,

or crocheted during the current 4-H year. c. A garment or outfit consisting of one to three pieces such as party clothes, tailored

suits, vest, slacks, shirt, skirt, active sportswear and/or coats are acceptable as Fashion Revue entries.

d. Blouses, shirts, and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used to complete an outfit, they may be constructed or selected.

e. All other accessories and undergarments may be constructed or selected. Clothing Selection: Open to any Johnson County 4-Her All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should:

a. Select and/or purchase an outfit that represents the 4-Her’s goal or intended use for the selected outfit.

b. Have had individual planned or county experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price, and cost comparison.

The $15 Challenge: Open to any Johnson County 4-Her All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should:

a. Purchase an outfit that represents the 4-Her’s intended use for the selected outfit. b. Have had individual or county experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives,

evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price, and cost comparison. c. Outfits must be purchased at a garage sale, consignment store, or resale shop (i.e.

Goodwill, Salvation Army, or other stores of this type.) Hand-me-downs or clothing as gifts that were selected by the 4-Her belong in Clothing Selection.

d. Cost of outfit must be $15 or less, not including shoes, accessories or undergarments. e. Receipt(s) MUST be turned in with Clothing Event Form.

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COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

Extemporaneous Speaking: July 11 Educational Presentations: July 12 Share-the-Fun: July 23 Working Exhibits: July 23

EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS

Project Leader: 1. Winners of club presentation contests will advance to the county contest. 2. Clubs should select county teams and individuals in the following:

1-5 junior members / club – 1 presentation 6-10 juniors / club – 2 presentations 11-15 juniors / club – 3 presentations 16-20 juniors / club – 4 presentations 21+ juniors / club – 5 presentations 1-5 intermediate members / club – 1 presentation 6-10 intermediates / club – 2 presentations 11-15 intermediates / club – 3 presentations 16+ intermediates / club – 4 presentations 1-5 senior members / club – 2 presentations 6-10 seniors / club – 3 presentations 11-15 seniors / club – 4 presentations 16-20 seniors / club – 5 presentations 21+ seniors / club – 6 presentations

Additional presentations/club may be selected from ANY age division to participate at county contest at the rate of one presentation for every 10 club members. For example: total club membership is 12 = one additional presentation; total club membership is 25 = 2 additional presentations; total club membership is 37 = 3 additional presentations, etc. Teams must enter classes according to age of oldest team member. A team with a junior and intermediate must enter in intermediate division.

3. All county presenters will serve as junior evaluators at county presentation days. Each member will evaluate one other presentation, using same judging criteria. Judges, junior evaluators, and presenter will conference after each presentation. Judge’s decision is final.

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4. All participants will receive a participation ribbon. Approximately 20% of the participants will

receive an Award of Excellence and 30% will receive an Award of Merit. 5. Six presentations will be chosen for the state fair from the senior and/or intermediate grade

division. Six alternates will also be chosen. A 4-Her may be selected to go to state fair up to three times with an Educational Presentation.

6. Presentations may be 5-15 minutes. Dress/attire should be appropriate to presentation topic.

Where distinctive clothing is not involved, clothing that alerts the public that it is a 4-Her giving the presentation is strongly encouraged. Topic selection should be an outgrowth of the presenter’s 4-H experience or 4-H project work.

7. 4-Hers giving presentations involving food must be concerned about safe handling of the food

they are using. 4-Hers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. This is tremendously important if samples are available to the viewing public. Appropriate storage of the food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4-Hers. Plastic gloves and hairnets are just a couple items that should be considered and used as appropriate.

8. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted

material may not be distributed without permission. 1. State Fair presenters may select from dates to be determined by the Iowa State Fair. State

Fair entrants should be prepared to submit their State Fair choices directly after the Educational Presentation Contest. Presenters should select dates/times and submit them to the Extension Office; first choice is not guaranteed

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING CONTEST

Project Leader: 1. Participants must be senior 4-H’ers - completed 9th through 12th grade (or that equivalent)

in 2017-2018 school year.

2. Program format: a. Thirty minutes before the program, each participant will draw three of the available

topics, selecting one to speak on.

The selected topic will not be available to the other participants. The general nature of the topics will relate to 4-H. The other two topics drawn but not chosen will be returned to the available topics for the other participants.

b. A preparation room is to be used with one participant and one additional participant per speaking site admitted to a different room each 15 minutes as the program progresses. A participant may not leave the preparation room until it is time to speak, nor may a

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participant receive help from a parent, leader, other adult or any other youth. A program official will assist participants with the time requirements.

c. All reference material will be screened by a program official on the following basis:

Participant may bring his/her own books, magazines or newspaper clippings for reference during the thirty minutes of preparation.

Reference material must be printed material such as books or magazines (cannot be notes, outlines or speeches prepared by the participant or by another person for use in this program.

Some relevant reference material will be available in the preparation room. This material will consist of historical material related to the 4-H program.

d. Each speech shall be the result of the 4-H’ers own efforts using approved reference material that a participant may bring to the preparation room. No other assistance may be provided. Plain 3”x5” note cards will be provided for each participant in the preparation room. If notes are used, the 3”x5” note cards provided must be used in delivering the speech.

e. Only notes made during the preparation period may be used. f. Each speech shall be not less than four but no more than six minutes with five minutes

additional time allowed for related questions, which shall be asked by the judge. The participant will be shown time cards in an ascending order (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) by the time keeper. “Stop” will be said at six minutes.

g. The program timekeeper will introduce each participant by name and the county he/she represents. The participant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by title only.

h. Participants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters or audiovisuals of any sort. A podium not will be available.

3. Speeches will be evaluated using the following criteria: a. Content related to topic. b. Knowledge of the subject. c. Organization of material. d. Power of expression. e. Voice. f. Stage presence. g. General effect. h. Response to questions

4. A judge’s critique/conference with each participant will be included as a part of the

program

5. Two presenters will be selected to advance to the state fair. State fair presenters will perform date set by Iowa State Fair.

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CREATIVE ARTS DEPARTMENT Photography Project Leader: Brooke Nemec Visual Arts Project Leader: Teresa Kasper Assistant Leader: Teresa Cox CLASS 10310 Music An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composition and arrangements, instruments, musical styles or history. 10320 Photography - Limit of 5 exhibits per member An exhibit, either photo(s) or an educational display, that shows learning about photography from choosing a camera to modifying your photo. Still photos only, not video.

Photography Special Rules: 1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. They may be processed from

negatives, slides, or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs. Photographs must have been taken since your county fair of the previous year.

2. Photographs should be a minimum of 4” x 6”. Finished size (including mounting/matting) of single photographs may not exceed 11” x 14”. Exception: Panoramic photos must not exceed 24” in length.

3. All photographs must be printed on photographic paper. 4. Mounted photos can be (a) flush-mounted [no board showing] on mounting board,

or (b) with mount borders [window mat or flat mount directly on board]. Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use ready-cut window mats or have matting done professionally.

4-Hers are responsible for design decisions such as border, color and size. Framed photographs (including floating frames) will not be judged.

5. Non-mounted photos may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering. 6. A series is a group of photographs [3 to 5] that are related or tell a step-by-step

story. Photographs must be mounted together in story order or sequence. Finished size of individual photographs in a series should not exceed 6” x 8”.

7. Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before changes. 8. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public

display in a 4-H setting. 9. Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed. 10. Iowa State Fair 4-H photography exhibitors must use the Photo Exhibit Label to

provide required information for photo exhibits. 11. Exhibitors entered in 4-H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA

Photography show and vice-versa.

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20 photos will be chosen to display with the Traveling Photo Exhibit. Decisions will be made by the judges based on the same criteria used for initial judging purposes.

10325 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY- A photo or series of photos submitted electronically, not printed. Photos in this class will be submitted, viewed, evaluated and displayed electronically. Digital Photography Exhibit Special Rules:

1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. 2. Photographs will not be printed. 3. Entries may be a single photo or a series of photos. A series is a group of photographs (3

to 5) that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Series photo entries must have all photos in the series viewable at the same time.

4. Photos entered should be submitted in the highest resolution possible. A finished file size of 1 MB –3 MB is recommended.

5. Photos should be submitted in an acceptable and commonly used format for ease of viewing.

6. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting.

7. Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed. 8. Iowa State Fair 4-H photography exhibitors must use the Photo Exhibit Label to

provide required information for photo exhibits. The Photo Exhibit Label may be submitted electronically with the photo entry.

9. Photos entered in this class will be evaluated on the same evaluation criteria used for printed photographs.

10. Exhibitors entered in 4-H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA Photography show and vice-versa.

10340 Alternative/Creative Photography A single photograph or photographic image that has been created with an alternative photographic process, or a photograph that was creatively edited or modified beyond reality in a creative, imaginative and experimental way to make it more interesting and visually engaging. Could be a composite of multiple overlapped photographs.

Alternative/Creative Photography Special Rules:

1. Photograph/Image must be mounted on foam core no smaller than 4”x4” and no larger than 10” x 10” in height and width. No matting and no framing is allowed, put your creativity into the photography!

2. Photograph/Image can be created from film negative, digital negative, or digitally manipulated in computer.

3. Photograph must be on photo paper, canvas, or other flat material. 4. Exhibit must have Photo Exhibit Label on back with required information for photo

exhibits. Include information about the processes used. 5. Subject matter must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H

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setting, photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed.

10345 Photography Idea/Educational Display An exhibit that demonstrates learning about photography that does not fit into any previous photography class. This class includes photos printed on canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc. as part of an educational display showing learning about printing techniques, display, merchandising, etc.

10350 VISUAL ARTS – Limit of 8 exhibits per member An exhibit that shows learning through original art, exploration of an art technique, or study of any other visual arts topic.

Visual Arts Special Rules: 1. Exhibits made from kits or preformed molds will not be accepted. Exception:

Preformed molds (greenware, whiteware) may be used to provide the appropriate surface for a process technique or application of original design.

2. If the exhibit is a finished art object, the source or inspiration of the design, design sketches, or other process for creating the object and design must be included.

3. Original works of art must be a creative expression of a design unique to the artist, or represent a significant modification to an existing design to make a new and original statement by the artist.

4. Exhibition of derivative works created by a 4-H’er is prohibited without the written permission of the original copyright holder/owner. Use of copyrighted or trademarked designs, images, logos, or materials in 4-H visual arts exhibits is prohibited unless written permission has been obtained from the copyright or trademark holder/owner. For additional information, see 4-H Exhibit Copyright Information at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/visual-art .

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES DEPARTMENT

Project Leader: Ronda Beasley, Mary Clausen and Jean Donohue CLASS 10410 CHILD DEVELOPMENT An exhibit that shows learning about children. Examples: child care, growth and development, safety and health, children with special needs, and careers in child development. 10420 Clothing and Fashion – Constructed/Sewn Garments & Accessories A constructed garment or accessory (sewn, knitted, crocheted, or other process) that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans.

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10422 Clothing and Fashion – Purchased Garments & Accessories Purchased garments or accessories that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans. 10424 Clothing and Fashion – Other Ideas/Educational Exhibits Any other educational exhibit that shows learning about clothing and fashion including but not limited to design illustrations, exploration of clothing styles, careers, clothing care, etc. Clothing and Fashion Special Rule: Outfits or accessories which will be worn during the Awardrobe Clothing Event may not be entered as a 4-H Iowa State Fair exhibit. 10430 Consumer Management An exhibit that shows learning through savvy budgeting, comparison shopping, money management, and consumer rights and responsibilities. 10440 Food & Nutrition – Prepared and Preserved Product An exhibit of a prepared or preserved food product that shows skills or learning about cooking, baking, eating and choosing healthy foods, safety practices, or food preservation through the making of a prepared or preserved food product. See Food & Nutrition Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” at https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434 for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products. 10445 Food & Nutrition – Educational Display – An educational exhibit (poster, report, display) that shows skills or learning about cooking, baking, eating and choosing healthy foods, safety practices, or food preservation.

See Food & Nutrition Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products.

Food & Nutrition Special Rules: 1. Any exhibit considered to be a food safety risk or portray a food safety risk will not be

accepted, judged or displayed. 2. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption. 3. Food product exhibits must be prepared, baked or cooked using only food grade

utensils and containers. 4. Products that require refrigeration will not be accepted, judged or displayed. 5. Meat jerky products are prohibited. 6. The recipe must be included for any prepared food exhibit; credit the source of the

recipe. 7. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label. Only food

processed after August 1, 2017 is acceptable. Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation must be used.

8. Preserved food exhibits must include two product samples. One will be opened for

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evaluation and discarded; the second will be placed on display and returned to the exhibitor. All perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display.

9. Prepared foods should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard. Place food product exhibit in a reclosable plastic bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag.

10. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted.

10450 Health An exhibit that shows learning through food choices, safe activities and skills such as first aid and CPR, careers, and healthy lifestyle choices. 10460 Home Improvement An exhibit that shows learning in planning, improving and caring for your home living space, including extended personal living areas immediately adjacent to the home. Exhibits may include new or refinished/reclaimed/restored items. 10470 Sewing and Needle Arts Constructed item (sewn, knitted, crocheted, or other process) that shows learning and skill in sewing, knitting, crocheting, or other needle arts. May include the construction of household items such as pillowcases, curtains, table runners, quilts, wall hangings, or other items. Exhibits in this class are not intended to be worn by humans. 10472 Sewing and Needle Arts – Other Ideas/Educational Exhibits Any other educational exhibit that shows learning about sewing and needle arts including but not limited to construction techniques, use and care of fabrics and fibers, design illustrations, decorative processes, careers. 10480 Other Family and Consumer Science An exhibit that demonstrates learning about a family and consumer science topic that does not fit any previous Family & Consumer Science class listed.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Project Leader: Keely Nemec Assistant Leader: Teresa Cox CLASS 10510 Citizenship and Civic Engagement An exhibit that shows learning about or contributing to your community, your country or your world.

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10520 Communication An exhibit that shows learning about written, oral, and visual communication skills in their many forms. 10530 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit Special poster exhibit to visually tell a story or idea about 4-H to the general public. Exhibitors must use one of the following themes:

a. 4-H is… (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation) b. Join 4-H c. 4-H Grows… (4-H.org national marketing theme) d. Your Passport to Adventure (2018 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme) e. Nothing Compares to 4-H Moments (variation of Iowa State Fair theme)

Poster Communication Special Rules:

1. Only one poster per 4-H’er may be entered. 2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core

board—size minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”. 3. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink,

crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage. 4. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend

more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board. 5. Each poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to the

back. 6. Posters cannot use copyrighted material or exact copies of other promotional

designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.

7. 4-H’ers may include the 4-H clover in the poster. 8. All 4-H Communication Poster participants will be given Certificates of Recognition

and written evaluation comments. Outstanding posters will receive Seals of Merit. Superior poster will receive Seals of Excellence.

10540 Digital Storytelling Any exhibit that demonstrates the application of technology to produce a creative movie/film/video. Exhibits may include a finished movie or video, creation of a detailed storyboard, editing techniques using digital video software, production techniques, or other display to share what was learned. Copyright permission must be obtained for any non-original material included as part of a film/movie/video. 10550 Leadership An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a positive way. 10560 Self-Determined An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4-H adventure and does not fit any other class.

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SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Rocket Launch, Friday July 20, 5:00 p.m., South Parking Lot Rain Date ONLY- Saturday, July 28, 5 p.m.

Project Leader: Teresa Kasper Aerospace Project Leader: Steven Maier CLASS 10610 Mechanics Any exhibit that shows skills or learning about general mechanics or engineering solutions or that involve a combination of skills. 10612 Automotive Repaired or restored vehicle (Note: vehicles will be on display at the Iowa State Fair one day only, Thursday August 9.) 10614 Electric Constructed or repaired article or educational display that shows skills or learning about electric wiring, appliances, lighting, electrical energy sources, safety, etc. 10615 Small Engine Repaired or restored operating engine or educational display or other type exhibit that shows skills or learning about small engines. This class includes repaired or restored lawn tractors, small motorcycles, go-karts, etc. 10616 Tractor Repaired or restored tractor (Note: A conference judging opportunity for exhibitors in class 10616 will be offered during exhibit check-in. Tractors will be displayed outside throughout the Iowa State Fair. Release time Sunday, August 19, after 7:00 p.m.) 10618 Welding Constructed item or educational display that shows skills or learning about welding. 10620 Woodworking Any exhibit that shows learning about wood, woodworking techniques, and safe uses of woodworking tools and machines. Exhibits may include newly constructed or refinished/reclaimed/restored wood items. 10630 Science, Engineering & Technology Any exhibit that shows learning about or helps explain how science and technology help us interact with the world. Topics include aerospace, biological and chemical sciences, computers

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& networking, earth & climate, geospatial mapping (GPS/GIS), robotics, or any other application of Science, Engineering, or Technology. Science, Engineering & Technology Special Rule:

Exhibitors entered in the 4-H Science, Engineering & Technology classes may not enter in similar FFA Ag Mechanics classes and vice-versa.

July 20 at 5:00 p.m., Model Rocket Launch - South of Montgomery Hall

An exhibitor may enter only one rocket of their choice in the launch competition. After completion of the competitive launch, members may launch any additional rocket exhibit for

their own personal experience.

SHARE THE FUN Monday, July 23, 6:00 p.m.; Variety Tent

Project Leader: Lori Donahoe

Purpose: Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to share their skills and talents before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment.

1. Eligibility: 4-H’ers who have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2018. Exception: If the Share-The-Fun act involves a whole club, the following criteria must be applied to determine if the club can be entered in the Share-The-Fun Program at the Iowa State Fair: At least 80 percent of the performing group must have completed 5th through 12th grade in 2018.

2. Share-The-Fun performances must not exceed eight minutes in length. 3. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dance, and other entertainment will be

acceptable. All performances must be appropriate for presentation to a general audience.

4. Members may be in one “State Fair Qualifying Act” per year. A member may compete

in an individual act and group act per year, but must decide before the contest begins

which act they want to qualify for State Fair with. 5. All performers must turn in a completed 4-H Share-The-Fun Report form at event check-

in to confirm stage setup, cue music, etc. 6. Adult judges will critique acts and may select three acts for state fair. All members

selected for state fair will receive state fair ribbons. Alternate acts will be selected and may have the opportunity to advance to state fair. All participants will receive a participation ribbon.

7. If selected all acts should be prepared to submit their choices of dates for Iowa State Fair participation directly after the county Share the Fun Contest! These need to be given to the project leader; first choice is not guaranteed.

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8. Individual and group acts maybe selected to participate at the Iowa State Fair for up to two consecutive years. After two consecutive years, they are eligible to participate at the county level only. After the one year of State Fair ineligibility they will be eligible for advancement again following the same rotation.

SENIOR RECOGNITION Project Leaders: David and Michele Raim Junior Leaders: 4-H Youth Council Graduating senior 4-Hers will receive a plaque on Wednesday night in the Variety Tent (during the 4-H Awards program). Pictures and accomplishments of those returning the questionnaire will be on display in Montgomery Hall during the fair.

STATE FAIR EXHIBITS Project Leader: Ronda Beasley and Cindy Miller

A special area is assigned to display State Fair exhibits

Maximum size guidelines apply

Johnson County 4-H rules state 7th grade or older can advance to State Fair

Eligible 4-Hers may not advance more than 2 exhibits per year to State Fair ITEMS SELECTED FOR STATE FAIR:

Label EACH piece of the exhibit. ATTACH a card or folder responding to the following questions to the exhibit:

What did you plan to learn or do? (What was your exhibit goal?)

What steps did you take to learn or do this?

What were the most important things you learned? Be sure to have your State Fair exhibit in to the Extension office by 3:00pm August 6

(Food only have until 7:30 AM, August 7). If it is a considered a large exhibit you and your family are responsible for transporting the exhibit. ALL county exhibits must be checked in and checked out together at the assigned given time by the State 4-H Office. Johnson County Extension is not responsible for damage during transportation or while on display at the Iowa State Fair.

Please pack your exhibit in the smallest possible box or appropriate method as transportation space is limited.

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WORKING EXHIBITS Monday, July 23

Basement of Montgomery Hall Project Leader: Mary Greiner 1. Club presentation/working exhibit judge can select working exhibits eligible for the county

fair. Members may also sign up on their own. 2. Working exhibits provide an opportunity for youth to communicate and interact with an

audience in an informal way. Best subjects involve action by the youth or involve the audience in doing, feeling, tasting, smelling, or judging. Topic selection should be an outgrowth of the presenter’s 4-H experience or 4-H project work.

3. 4-Hers doing working exhibits that involve food must be concerned for the safety of the food they are using. 4-Hers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. Appropriate storage of food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be practiced by the 4-Hers. Plastic gloves and hairnets are just a couple of items that should be considered and used as appropriate.

4. Four working exhibits will be selected for the state fair. Alternates will also be chosen. 5. Members must have completed 7th grade to be selected. A member may participate once

at the state fair as an individual. A member can participate twice by involving at least one member (who has not previously participated at state fair working exhibits) in the second year working exhibit. Members will be scheduled for 30 minute periods.

5. State Fair presenters may select from the given dates for their performance: State Fair entrants should be prepared to submit their state fair choices directly after the Working Exhibit Contest! Members should select 2 dates/times and submit to the project leader; first choice is not guaranteed. State Fair presenters are given 45 minutes to present.

CLOVER KID OPPORTUNITITES

STATIC (Non-Livestock) Projects

Non Livestock Project Leader: Bonnie Penno Assistant Project Leaders: Youth Council Youth enrolled in the K-3 (grades Kindergarten -3rd) 4-H/Youth programs in Johnson County are eligible to exhibit in the Non-Animal Division. Entries will be accepted on Saturday, July 21 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the basement of Montgomery Hall. Please label each individual item with your Name and Club Name. Fasten an Entry Tag to each exhibit (available at the Extension Office or on exhibit day). Each youth will have the chance to meet with a judge to talk about their projects. We ask that youth only bring two projects to get judged. A participatory ribbon will be given. The exhibit is not eligible for premiums or county award honors. The purpose of the K-3 program is to focus on building age-appropriate skills in a non-competitive

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environment. Exhibits will need to meet county fair requirements. Youth must complete 4honline enrollment to the Extension Office by May 15 to participate.

Animals and Livestock

Goat & Sheep

For youth in grades kindergarten through 3rd grade (as of January 1, 2018)

Must be registered in the Extension Office by July 1. The parent must inform the Extension staff of the youth’s intent to participate in this project and provide the youth’s name, parent’s name, address, and phone number.

Youth may exhibit one animal per class.

The youth MUST be a resident of Johnson County or attend an adjoining school district (i.e. Mid-Prairie, College Community, West Brach, or Clear Creek-Amana).

Youth can borrow a goat/lamb already at the fair from a current 4-H/FFA member. The youth’s family must make arrangements to borrow the goat/lamb.

The purpose of the class is to: 1) Develop interest in the animal project areas; 2) Create a positive experience for the youth at the county fair in a non-competitive environment; 3) Develop self-esteem and confidence.

The class will be held at the conclusion of the showmanship classes of each division.

Bucket/Bottle Calf Project Area

For youth in grades kindergarten through 3rd grade (as of January 1, 2018)

Must be registered in the Extension Office by July 1. The parent must inform the Extension staff of the youth’s intent to participate in this project and provide the youth’s name, parent’s name, address, and phone number.

***NEW Any Clover Kid that would like to interview with a judge may sign up for an interview time that will take place on Friday, July 20th. Bucket Bottle records should be kept as best as they can and brought to the interview. Bucket Bottle project records can be obtained at the Extension Office.

Youth may exhibit one animal per class.

The youth MUST be a resident of Johnson County or attend an adjoining school district (i.e. Mid-Prairie, College Community, West Brach, or Clear Creek-Amana).

Must provide their own calf or ask to borrow a current 4-H/FFA bucket/bottle calf already at the fair.

Calves must be healthy and free of infectious disease. 4-H calf is limited to one class in the open division; this means only one younger sibling may

use a 4-Her’s calf. Calf must be born between January 1-July 1, 2018.

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Calves will show at the conclusion of the regular bucket/bottle program (approximately 10:30 a.m.).

This is a non-competitive event; all participants will receive the same recognition. There will be no interview or record book requirement.

Open class calves will be released immediately following the conclusion of the bucket/bottle show.

It is recommended that calves weigh less than 250 pounds; parent/helper may enter the ring and assist the youth during the class. Youth cannot bring the calf back the following year in the second year market beef class.

Pet Show ***Brand new in 2018 Clover Kid Pet Show***

Project Leader: Jenna Nearad We want this to be a fun experience for K-3 youth. They will have the opportunity to conference judge. This means they will talk one on one with the judge about their pet. If they have a pet at home that isn’t able to make it to the fair (i.e. too big, would spook easily) please have the youth fill out the Pet Show Form and return it to the Extension Office. They will still have the opportunity to meet with a judge to talk about their pet at the judging event. All Clover Kid Pet Show participants will receive the same recognition rosette. 7. Each member is limited to 1 entry (a bowl of fish or such grouping is 1 entry). We do ask

that youth are able to control the animal.

8. Entries should be made with the Extension office by July 1. 9. During the county fair, dogs and other pets are only permitted on the grounds at the time of

their show and are restricted to the South Arena. This guideline is for the safety of all who attend the county fair. Dogs are not allowed in or around other livestock at any time. Pets must be leashed, caged, or contained and kept away from animals and buildings. They are to be on the grounds during the time of judging only.

10. Members can fill out Pet Show Questionnaire Form and return to the Extension Office by

Friday, July 20 if they would like. They will discuss this during their conference judging. 11. All dog and cat exhibitors in the pet show MUST have a current rabies certificate on file at

the Extension Office by July 1 (with their entries). No records on file at the time of the show can lead to disqualification. Health papers for other pets are not required.

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Hay Bale Decorating Contest All registered Johnson County 4-H and FFA groups are allowed to decorate one large round bale. Groups must pre-registered with the County Youth Coordinator by July 1 to be guaranteed a bale. Bale usage is generously donated by a local famer for the week of the fair. Please do not do anything to jeopardize him using the bale after it’s fair use. Youth are allowed to decorate with spray paint and other items. Please limit what is used inside the bale (i.e. - wire to stabilize decorations). All items must be removed from the bale by the group between 7am and 11am on the Thursday after the auction. There is no theme required for the 2018 fair for your bales. Johnson County 4-H reserves the right to remove any decorations if deemed inappropriate. Prizes will be awarded at the Wednesday night awards ceremony.

Mr. 4-H Contest Calling all males grades 9-12 who want to show off their 4-H spirit! The Johnson County 4-H

Youth Council is hosting the Mr. 4-H Contest again this year. It will be a light-hearted and

casual competition designed to bring out some humor while seeing if you have what it takes to

hold the title of “Mr. 4-H.” There will be prizes awarded for participants! See fair schedule for

contest time.

To sign up or if you have any questions please contact the Extension Office to register.

AWARDS DEPARTMENT The Johnson County Ag Association provides premium funds for 4-H/FFA Youth exhibits brought to the fair each year as well as ribbons awarded during the fair. Consumers Cooperative Society provides for the 4-H exhibitor t-shirts for every 4-H member in Johnson County. Awards will be presented during each event throughout the week, when appropriate. State fair winners from Montgomery Hall will receive recognition Wednesday night, 5:30 p.m., Variety Tent.

2018 Johnson County Fair book and list of Awards Sponsors: www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/content/2018-johnson-county-4-h-ffa-fairbook

Johnson County Extension and 4-H & FFA Families would like to offer a special thank you to the hundreds of volunteers, parents, and

businesses that support 4-H/FFA throughout the year. Thank you for your support of area youth!

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4-H ribbons and awards

It’s about the PEOPLE,

the EXPERIENCES, the life long skills,

the memories and the COUNTY FAIRS.

It’s about being a ROLE MODEL,

giving back and MAKING THE BEST BETTER!

is about more than the