El Dorado County Fair Entry Guide Table of Contents

• ARTS FINE ARTS: Paintings, Drawings, Sculptures • TABLE SETTINGS & More, Plein Air Painting. Adult, 4-H, Youth, Teen, Fresh Flowers

• Homebrew, Commercial Microbrew • TECHNOLOGY & INDUSTRIAL Ag. Mechanics • CRAFTS

• WINE HOMEMADE • FIBER & SEWING Clothing/Sewing Fleeces and Fiber • RULES ETC. Basketry Wool Knitting & Crocheting Needle Arts Quilts

• FLOWERS & PLANTS Arrangements, Dried, Fresh, Silk, Gardens

• FOOD ITEMS Baking & Sweets Canning, Dried Foods Cheese Eggs

• FRUITS & VEGGIES Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs, Gardening, Displays

• LITERARY ARTS Poetry, Short Stories, Posters

• MINERALS & MINING

• PHOTOGRAPHY Adult, Teen, Youth, 4-H ARTS FINE ARTS: PAINTING/DRAWINGS/SCULPTURES & MORE PLEIN AIR PAINTING | FARM BUREAU PROJECT

FINE ARTS For Adult Fine Arts Entries J. Professional and Semi-Pro Exhibits may be sold. A 20% commission will be charged. Entries must be Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm or 12 AM online labeled “FOR SALE” and the price indicated on the entry form. If it is not listed for sale on entry form and

Entries Received: Mon. Sept 13 10 am to 6 pm price, it will not be listed. Price changes may not happen *Organ Room without a $5 change fee. Sales must occur during Fair & purchaser must pick up item on release date, Monday Judged: Sat. Sept 18 2 pm (Closed) following close of Fair. Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm K. Insurance desired on any entry must be carried by the exhibitor. The fair will assume no responsibility for any Judging will be CLOSED to the public. article that is lost, stolen, or damaged. L. No entries will be released without a claim check or ID. ADULT FINE ARTS M. No entries may be removed during the Fair. Department Chair: Hannah Dewater N. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three PROFESSIONAL EXHIBITORS are for those professional in a class. artists who TEACH, SELL, or have gallery shows. If you are O. STATE RULES APPLY hired to create a piece of art for a client, you are considered P. Entries will not be accepted if the above rules are a professional. not followed.

SEMI-PROFESSIONALS are for those who engage in arts ENTRY FEE: $4.00 PER ENTRY PER CLASS and crafts work as a HOBBY or for the love of the work, they may sell some art, however, do not make their living form the A “Best of Show” ribbon will be awarded in each sales, if you have made $1 or more in art, you are no longer Division. an amateur, except for cash prizes and Cash Awards. If you attend classes or clinics in art, you are no longer an Cash awards offered per class* amateur. SEMI PROFESSIONAL & AMATUER 1st 2nd 3rd AMATEURS are those that treat art as a hobby only. They $10 $6 $ 4 do not take professional classes; they have never made any PROFESSIONAL money in art, with the exception of cash prizes and awards. 1st 2nd 3rd $20 $15 $10 NOVICE artists, have never won a blue ribbon in any show *NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, in art. checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair office during regular fair office hours. ADULT RULES A. Entries must be the original work of the exhibitor within DIVISION 1 – FINE ARTS (Amateur) two years of the opening date of the fair to be eligible DIVISION 2 – FINE ARTS (Semi-Professional) for premium awards. DIVISION 3 – FINE ARTS (Professional) B. Entries shown in previous El Dorado County fairs will DIVISION 4 - Artists with disabilities. not be accepted. C. Professional exhibitors are not permitted to enter Semi- CLASS Professional. 1. Portraits – All Media. D. PROFESSIONAL ENTRIES MAY BE FRAMED, IF SO: 2. Oil or Acrylics- Other than portraits. FRAME/GALLERY WRAP and ready for hanging with 3. Watercolor – Other than portraits. screw eyes and wire, or they will not be hung. 4. Pastels – Any subject except Portrait E. Size of entries is limited to no larger than 36”x48”. 5. Prints: Etchings, Lithograph, Silk Screen, Block Prints F. All entries must have a title on the entry form. 6. Drawings: Pencil, Charcoal, Pen & Ink, Contemporary G. Copyright mark with date of creation is recommended in 7. Mixed Media all works. 8. Sculpture: Wood, Glass, Metal, Clay, Other, not listed H. Exhibitor’s name shall be printed on the back of the above entry. Exhibitor’s name should not be exposed on the 9. Farm Art - Must feature crop, agriculture landscape – front of picture. If a name is on the front, please cover Any Media with tape. 10. Hand Blown Glass – Original Work I. Nude studies or unpleasant, non-family friendly pieces 11. El Dorado County Fair– any media will not be accepted and/or displayed. 12. Any other Work of Art, not listed above (specify) 1

13. Artists with disabilities K. Youth Art judging will be done by the Danish Standards.

FREE TO ENTER UNTIL MAY 28 No Cash Awards – Ribbons Only LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – in each DIVISION

DIVISION 5 – 5 years and under Maximum size: 12” x 18” DIVISION 6 – 6 through 10 years Maximum size: 12” x 18” DIVISION 7 – 11 through 13 years Maximum size: 12” x 18” DIVISION 8 – AGES 14 though18 years Maximum size: 20” x 24” DIVISION 9 – Artists with disabilities. Maximum size: 12” x 18”

CLASS 1. Drawings – crayon, pencil, charcoal, felt tip pen, pen & For Youth & Teen Arts Entries ink, colored pencil, pastels 2. Oil and Acrylic - Canvas Okay. Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) 3. Watercolor

4. Mixed Media Received: Mon. Sept 30 10 am to 6 pm 5. Finger Paints (open only to Division 5) *Youth Arts & Crafts Building 6. Print making – block, stamp, thumb, any other, specify

Judged: Wed. Sept 18 10 am 7. Cartoon or Anime drawings/sketches. 8. Hand print art, create an art piece starting with one or Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm more hand prints.

9. Mosaic, Collage, 3D collage. 10. Group Project (involves 3 or more students) 11. Any other, not listed above, please specify. TEEN & YOUTH FINE ART

Department Chair: Caroline Mueller

RULES A. Exhibitors are limited to one entry per class and a total of five entries. B. Teen Art entries must be mounted on matte board, or construction paper. The fair reserves the right to reject any entry that cannot be hung. C. All entries must be the original work of the exhibitor. D. Exhibits must be adequately and correctly labeled on back of work (including name & age & title, if available). E. Exhibitors wishing insurance coverage must arrange for their own insurance. F. Overall dimensions must not exceed 20” x 24” for Teen Art & 12” x 18” for Youth Art. Entries will be disqualified if size is too large. G. Entries may be wrapped in plastic. H. The fair will use every precaution within its power for the safe preservation of all exhibits, but will not be responsible for loss or damage to any exhibit. I. Parent, Guardian or Teacher signature is required on entry form J. Teen Art judging will be done by the American Standards.

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Hand Print Art DIVISION 5 – 9, Class 8

Cartoon or Anime Art DIVISION 5 – 9, Class 7

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Plein Air Painting at the El Dorado County Fair

What is Plein Air Painting you ask? Plein Air translates to “open air.” This term is used to describe paintings that have been created outdoors, rather than in the studio. Photo references are not used. So come to the Fair and capture the fun and excitement of fair time on your canvas!

For Plein Air Painting During Traditional Fair ONLY

Forms Due By: Mon. Sept 20 4 pm FOR FREE FAIR ADMISSION Fri. Sept 24 2 pm SAME DAY SIGN UP – MUST PAY FOR FAIR ADMISSION

Check In: Fri. Sept 24 Noon – 2 pm *Fine Arts Department (Organ Room)

Judged: Fri. Sept 24 6 pm

ARTWORK TO BE DISPLAYED THROUGH FAIR Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 – 7 pm

Division: 10 Class: 1

Who: Adults age 18 or over. Pre-registration is not required, you may enter the day of competition. However, all pre- registered exhibitors will have a ticket at will call (Blue Gate) on day of contest. ENTRY FEE IS $10.00 | LIMIT ONE ENTRY PER EXHIBITOR Where: Check-in at the Fine Arts Department located in the Organ Room between Noon and 2:00 PM, on Friday of Fair. The artist’s canvas, paper, board, etc. must be stamped by the art exhibit staff prior to beginning work.

What: Bring your own art supplies; be ready to paint on location, within the Fairgrounds. Size limited to 36x36. Artwork must be affixed to a firm support board for display on easel. No matting or framing of art is allowed.

Judging: Artwork to be completed and in Organ Room by 6 PM for judging.

Prizes* 1st 2nd 3rd $100 $75 $25

Cash prizes will only be paid if there are 5 exhibitors or more. Questions? Call the Fairgrounds at 530-621-5860

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2021 Plein Air Contest | ENTRY FORM at the El Dorado County Fair Mail your entry form and $10.00 fee to: El Dorado County Fair, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville, CA 95667

You may enter by Monday Sept 20th in order to receive free admission in to the fair; however, you may enter the day of competition but will not receive free admission in to the fair.

Name: Address: City: St Zip Telephone: ( ) E-mail

The exhibitor agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Fair, El Dorado County and the State of California from and against any liability, claim, loss or expense (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of any injury or damage which is caused by, arises from or is in any way connected with participation in this program or event, excepting only that caused by the sole active negligence of the Fair. The Fair management shall not be responsible for accidents or losses that may occur to any of the exhibitors or exhibits at the Fair. The exhibitor is responsible for any injury or damage resulting from the exhibitor’s participation in the program or event. This includes any injury to others or to the exhibitor or to the exhibitor’s property. I certify this entry will be my own work. I acknowledge that I enter at my own risk and that these entries do not violate copyright or trademark laws. I certify that I have read the statement listed above.

Signature: (Original signature is mandatory)

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BEER LABELS DIVISION: 312

Homebrew & Microbrew Label Entries Fees, Forms & Entries Received: Jan. 4 – Jan. 18, 2021, 9 am to 4 pm Monday-Friday at Fair Office, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667

Results Displayed at the Fair in June

NO CASH AWARDS OFFERED

RIBBONS 1st – 3rd ONLY – American Judging ENTRY FEE $1 PER ENTRY

RULES

A. Label must be mounted on 5” x 8” card stock, Series entry card stock can be longer than 8” to fit multiple labels. B. Open to all, any brewer (commercial or homebrew), any artist or individual.

DIVISION 312 – BEER LABELS CLASS 1. Label Series 2. Classical 3. Whimsical 4. Artistic 5. Painted/Etched Bottle COMMERCIAL MICROBREW DIVISION: 311

Homebrew & Microbrew Entries 10. German Exportbier (5C) 11. German Pils (5D) Fees, Forms & Entries Received: Jan. 4 – Jan. 18, 2021, 9 am to 4 pm 12. Pale (7C) Monday-Friday at Fair Office, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667 13. Historical Beer – Pre-Prohibition (27) (or alternatives at http://eldoradocountyfair.org/brew-competition.html) by Jan 16 AMBER LAGER : Judging will be remote at udges own locations, by January 31, 2021. Judged j ’ CLASS # 14. International Amber Lager (2B) GOLD, SILVER, BRONZE AND BEST OF 15. Czech Amber Lager (3C) SHOW AWARDS 16. (6A) 17. Vienna Lager (7A) 18. Amber Kellerbier (7C) COMMERCIAL MICROBREW COMPETITION 19. California Common (19B) EL DORADO INVITATIONAL DARK LAGER ENTRY FEE: $8 PER ENTRY PER CLASS CLASS # 20. International Dark Lager (2C) COMMERCIAL RULES: 21. Czech Dark Lager (3D) 1. Open to all commercially licensed entities. 22. Dunkles (6C) 2. Entry to consist of four bottles or cans, preferably with no 23.Munich (8A) label other than the entry label 24. (8B) 3. Commercial entries must be produced at the licensed 25. Doppelbock (9A) premises by the exhibitor; no pilot batches. 26. Eisbock (9B) 4. Entries must have all necessary TTB/ABC brand and label PALE approvals and be commercially available at the time of CLASS # entry with the exception of “Seasonal” offerings (must 27. (1C) indicate when these are available). 28. Kölsch (5B) 5. Entries in categories where BJCP Style Guidelines require 29. British Golden Ale (12A) specific descriptions must have the necessary information 30. Australian Sparkling Ale (12B) on entry forms and bottle labels. 31. Blonde Ale (18A) Entry forms may be downloaded at: 32. American (18B) www.eldoradocountyfair.org IPA CLASS # ABOUT THE COMPETITION 33. English IPA (12C) This competition is organized in partnership with the 34. American IPA (21A) El Dorado County Fair Association, Hangtown Association of 35. Specialty IPA (21B) Zymurgy Enthusiasts (HAZE), and That Dam Brew Club 36. Double IPA (22A) (TDBC). This is an American Homebrewers Association AMBER / (AHA) sanctioned competition run in accordance with AHA CLASS # and BJCP rules unless they are in conflict with State Rules. 37. (7B) AHA/BCJP Rules and 2015 Style Guidelines are available at 38. Ordinary (11A) http://www.homebrewersassociation.org. Each panel will 39. Best Bitter (11B) have at least one BJCP qualified judge ranked Certified or higher. 40. Strong Bitter (11C) Be sure that each entry has an accompanying Entry 41. Scottish Light (14A) Form, with payment attached. Entries become the property of 42. Scottish Heavy (14B) the El Dorado County Fair and will not be returned. 43. Scottish Export (14C) Enter according to the following Fair category and 44. Irish Red Ale (15A) class #, using 2015 BJCP Style Guideline descriptions. 45. American Amber Ale (19A) Classes will be consolidated or split based on number of 46. Historical Beer – Kentucky Common (27) entries and style characteristics. 47. Dark Mild (13A) 48. British Brown Ale (13B) CLASS # 49. American Brown Ale (19C) 1. American Light Lager (1A) 50. Historical Beer – London Brown Ale (27) 2. American Lager (1B) / 3. International Pale Lager (2A) CLASS # 4. Czech Pale Lager (3A) 51. Baltic Porter (9C) 5. Czech Premium Pale Lager (3B) 52. English Porter (13C) 6. Munich Helles (4A) 53. American Porter (20A) 7. Festbier (4B) 54. Historical Beer – Pre-Prohibition Porter (27) 8. Helles Bock (4C) 55. Irish Stout (15B) 9. German Leichtbier (5A) 56. Irish Extra Stout (15C) PORTER / STOUT CONTINUED 108. Winter (30C) 57. Sweet Stout (16A) 109. Alternative Grain Beer (31A) 58. Oatmeal Stout (16B) 110. Alternative Sugar Beer (31B) 59. Tropical Stout (16C) 111. Clone Beer (34A) 60. Foreign Extra Stout (16D) 112. Mixed-Style Beer (34B) 61. American Stout (20B) 113. Experimental Beer (34C) 62. Imperial Stout (20C) 114. Dorada Pampeana (X1) 115. IPA Argenta (X2) CLASS # 116. Italian Grape Ale (X3) 63. British Strong Ale (17A) 64. (17B) CLASS # 65. Wee Heavy (17C) 117. Dry Mead (M1A) 66. English Barleywine (17D) 118. Semi-Sweet Mead (M1B) 67. American Strong Ale (22B) 119. Sweet Mead (M1C) 68. American Barleywine (22C) 120. Cyser (M2A) 69. Wheatwine (22D) 121. Pyment (M2B) WHEAT / BEER 122. Berry Mead (M2C) CLASS # 123. Stone Fruit Mead (M2D) 70. American (1D) 124. Melomel (M2E) 71. Weissbier (10A) 125.Fruit and Spice Mead (M3A) 72. Dunkles Weissbier (10B) 126. Spice, Herb or Vegetable Mead (M3B) 73. Weizenbock (10C) 127. Braggot (M4A) 74. Historical Beer – (27) 128. Historical Mead (M4B) 75. Historical Beer – Piwo (27) 129. Experimental Mead (M4C) 76. Historical Beer – Lichtenhainer (27) 77. Historical Beer – Roggenbier (27) CLASS # 78. Historical Beer – Sahti (27) 130. New World Cider (C1A) BELGIAN-STYLE ALE 131. English Cider (C1B) CLASS # 132. French Cider (C1C) 79. Witbier (24A) 133. New World (C1D) 80. Belgian Pale Ale (24B) 134. Traditional Perry (C1E) 81. Bière de Garde (24C) 135. New England Cider (C2A) 82. Belgian Blond Ale (25A) 136. Cider with Other Fruit (C2B) 83. (25B) 137. Applewine (C2C) 84. Belgian Golden Strong Ale (25C) 138. Ice Cider (C2D) 85. Trappist Single (26A) 139. Cider with Herbs/Spices (C2E) 86. Belgian (26B) 140. Specialty Cider/Perry (C2F) 87. Belgian (26C) 88. Belgian Dark Strong Ale (26D) SOUR ALE CLASS # 89. (23A) SAMPLE LABEL 90. (23B) 91. (23C) 92. (23D) Category: 93. (23E) Class #: 94. Fruit Lambic (23F) 95. Brett Beer (28A) Brew Name: 96. Mixed-Fermentation (28B) 97. Wild Specialty Beer (28C) Style Description: FRUIT / SPICE / HERB / VEGETABLE BEER CLASS # 98. Fruit Beer (29A) 99. Specialty Fruit Beer (29C)

100. Fruit and Spice Beer (29B) Brewery Name:

101. Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer (30A)

SMOKE-FLAVORED / WOOD-AGED Brewer’s Name (optional): CLASS # 102. Rauchbier (6B) 103. Classic Style (32A) Other Remarks: 104. Specialty Smoked Beer (32B) 105. Wood-Aged Beer (33A) 106. Specialty Wood-Aged Beer (33B) SPECIALTY BEER CLASS # 107. Autumn Seasonal Beer (30B) HOMEBREW DIVISION: 310

Homebrew & Microbrew Entries 3. International Pale Lager (2A) 4. Czech Pale Lager (3A) Fees, Forms & Entries Received: Jan. 4 – Jan. 18, 2021, 9 am to 4 pm 5. Czech Premium Pale Lager (3B) Monday-Friday at Fair Office, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667 (or 6. Munich Helles (4A) alternatives by Jan 16 at http://eldoradocountyfair.org/brew-competition.html) 7. Festbier (4B) Judged : Judging will be remote at judges’ own locations, by January 31, 2021. 8. Helles Bock (4C) Results will be updated on the Fair’s website shortly after they are decided. 9. German Leichtbier (5A) 10. German Helles Exportbier (5C) 11. German Pils (5D) Awards to Gold, Silver & Bronze 12. Pale Kellerbier (7C) 13. Historical Beer – Pre-Prohibition Lager (27) and BEST OF SHOW AMBER LAGER CLASS # ENTRY FEE $8.00 PER CLASS PER ENTRY 14. International Amber Lager (2B) No Premiums Offered 15. Czech Amber Lager (3C) LIMIT: UNLIMITED TOTAL ENTRIES 16. Märzen (6A) ONE (1) Entry per class 17. Vienna Lager (7A) Entry forms may be downloaded at: 18. Amber Kellerbier (7C) eldoradocountyfair.org/brew-competition.html 19. California Common (19B) DARK LAGER HOMEBREW RULES (All entries other than commercial) CLASS # • Gold, Silver, and Bronze are awarded based on merit. 20. International Dark Lager (2C) Overall Best of Show is awarded in both homebrew and 21. Czech Dark Lager (3D) commercial categories. 22. Dunkles Bock (6C) • American Homebrewer's Associations rules shall apply 23. Munich Dunkel (8A) unless they are in conflict with State Rules. AHA/BCJP 24. Schwarzbier (8B) Rules and Style Guidelines are available at 25. Doppelbock (9A) http://www.homebrewersassociation.org. 26. Eisbock (9B) • Special attention should be given to the Category and PALE ALE Style designations so that entries will be judged according CLASS # to the proper style. Entries in categories where BJCP 27. Cream Ale (1C) Style Guidelines require specific descriptions must have 28. Kölsch (5B) the necessary information on entry forms and bottle labels. 29. British Golden Ale (12A) • Each entry consists of four (4) bottles, 12 oz., brown or 30. Australian Sparkling Ale (12B) green glass, free of commercial labels, raised marks or 31. Blonde Ale (18A) lettering or other identifying markings that are not part of 32. (18B) the official entry label. For Strong Ale and Mead IPA categories only, four (4) 7 oz. bottles will be accepted. CLASS # Clear glass bottles will not be accepted in beer categories. 33. English IPA (12C) • Please attach with a rubber band a properly completed 34. American IPA (21A) official bottle ID label (no tape or glue). 35. Specialty IPA (21B) • BE SURE that each entry has an accompanying Entry 36. Double IPA (22A) Form, with payment attached. AMBER / BROWN ALE • Entries become the property of the El Dorado County Fair CLASS # and will not be returned. 37. Altbier (7B) • Commercially produced or those produced at a 38. Ordinary Bitter (11A) brewery on premises facility are not eligible. (Enter those 39. Best Bitter (11B) in the Commercial Competition.) 40. Strong Bitter (11C) • The competition organizer reserves the right to disqualify 41. Scottish Light (14A) any entries not meeting the above guidelines. 42. Scottish Heavy (14B) Enter according to the following Fair category and class #, using 2015 BJCP Style Guideline descriptions. Classes will be 43. Scottish Export (14C) consolidated or split based on number of entries and style 44. Irish Red Ale (15A) characteristics. 45. American Amber Ale (19A) 46. Historical Beer – Kentucky Common (27) PALE LAGER 47. Dark Mild (13A) CLASS # 48. British Brown Ale (13B) 1. American Light Lager (1A) 49. American Brown Ale (19C) 2. American Lager (1B) 50. Historical Beer – London Brown Ale (27)

PORTER / STOUT SMOKE-FLAVORED / WOOD-AGED CLASS # CLASS # 51. Baltic Porter (9C) 102. Rauchbier (6B) 52. English Porter (13C) 103. Classic Style Smoked Beer (32A) 53. American Porter (20A) 104. Specialty Smoked Beer (32B) 54. Historical Beer – Pre-Prohibition Porter (27) 105. Wood-Aged Beer (33A) 55. Irish Stout (15B) 106. Specialty Wood-Aged Beer (33B) 56. Irish Extra Stout (15C) SPECIALTY BEER 57. Sweet Stout (16A) CLASS # 58. Oatmeal Stout (16B) 107. Autumn Seasonal Beer (30B) 59. Tropical Stout (16C) 108. Winter Seasonal Beer (30C) 60. Foreign Extra Stout (16D) 109. Alternative Grain Beer (31A) 61. American Stout (20B) 110. Alternative Sugar Beer (31B) 62. Imperial Stout (20C) 111. Clone Beer (34A) STRONG ALE 112. Mixed-Style Beer (34B) CLASS # 113. Experimental Beer (34C) 63. British Strong Ale (17A) 114. Dorada Pampeana (X1) 64. Old Ale (17B) 115. IPA Argenta (X2) 65. Wee Heavy (17C) 116. Italian Grape Ale (X3) 66. English Barleywine (17D) MEAD 67. American Strong Ale (22B) CLASS # 68. American Barleywine (22C) 117. Dry Mead (M1A) 69. Wheatwine (22D) 118. Semi-Sweet Mead (M1B) WHEAT / 119. Sweet Mead (M1C) CLASS # 120. Cyser (M2A) 70. American Wheat Beer (1D) 121. Pyment (M2B) 71. Weissbier (10A) 122. Berry Mead (M2C) 72. Dunkles Weissbier (10B) 123. Stone Fruit Mead (M2D) 73. Weizenbock (10C) 124. Melomel (M2E) 74. Historical Beer – Gose (27) 125. Fruit and Spice Mead (M3A) 75. Historical Beer – Piwo Grodziskie (27) 126. Spice, Herb or Vegetable Mead (M3B) 76. Historical Beer – Lichtenhainer (27) 127. Braggot (M4A) 77. Historical Beer – Roggenbier (27) 128. Historical Mead (M4B) 78. Historical Beer – Sahti (27) 129. Experimental Mead (M4C) BELGIAN-STYLE ALE CIDER CLASS # CLASS # 79. Witbier (24A) 130. New World Cider (C1A) 80. Belgian Pale Ale (24B) 131. English Cider (C1B) 81. Bière de Garde (24C) 132. French Cider (C1C) 82. Belgian Blond Ale (25A) 133. New World Perry (C1D) 83. Saison (25B) 134. Traditional Perry (C1E) 84. Belgian Golden Strong Ale (25C) 135. New England Cider (C2A) 85. Trappist Single (26A) 136. Cider with Other Fruit (C2B) 86. Belgian Dubbel (26B) 137. Applewine (C2C) 87. Belgian Tripel (26C) 138. Ice Cider (C2D) 88. Belgian Dark Strong Ale (26D) 139. Cider with Herbs/Spices (C2E) SOUR ALE 140. Specialty Cider/Perry (C2F) CLASS # 89. Berliner Weisse (23A) 90. Flanders Red Ale (23B) SAMPLE LABEL 91. Oud Bruin (23C) Category: 92. Lambic (23D) Class #: 93. Gueuze (23E) 94. Fruit Lambic (23F) Brew Name: 95. Brett Beer (28A) 96. Mixed-Fermentation Sour Beer (28B) Style Description: 97. Wild Specialty Beer (28C) FRUIT / SPICE / HERB / VEGETABLE BEER CLASS # Brewer’s Name: 98. Fruit Beer (29A) 99. Specialty Fruit Beer (29C) Homebrew Club (optional): 100. Fruit and Spice Beer (29B) 101. Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer (30A) Other Remarks:

CRAFTS

ADULT GOURDS Department Chair: Jill Baker and Peggy Riha BEST OF SHOW RIBBON Cash Awards Offered per Class For Adult Entries st nd 1 2 Forms Due By: Wed. Sept. 1 4 pm (12 AM online) $5 $3

Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS Home Arts (Marshall) Building DIVISION 33 – ADULT GOURDS Judged:

Crafts Sat. Sept 18 11 am CLASS Gourds Sat. Sept. 18 11 am 1. Wood Burning (pyrography) Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm 2. Painting 3. Carving/Filigree 4. Coiling BEST OF SHOW RIBBON 5. Other Gourd Art Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd $5 $3 ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS DECORATED TEE SHIRTS LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a class. NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair office during regular fair office hours.

DIVISION 20 – ADULT HANDICRAFTS DIVISION 21 – MENTALLY/PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED

CLASS 1. Decorated Blue Jeans or Tee Shirt 2. China, painted 3. Boot Art (Decorate a boot) 4. Handcraft Jewelry 5. Tole Painting/Folk Art 6. Stained Glass, Mosaic, Blown, or Fused 7. Ceramics SOCK PUPPETS 8. Pottery, Hand built & Wheel 9. Room Box Setting/Doll Houses 10. Metal: knives, wrought iron, tin 11. Collections (specify, including size) 12. Handmade Dolls 13. Egg Decorating (specify) 14. FAIR THEME 15. Holiday Crafts 16. Handmade Cards 17. Sock Puppets 18. Rock, Painted 19. Wreaths 20. Hat Art (Decorate a hat) 21. Stirrup Art 22. Decorated Horse Shoe 23. Any Other, not listed above (specify)

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BIRDHOUSES & GARDEN TEEN & YOUTH CRAFTS STAKES Department Chair: Caroline Mueller For Teen, Youth, Club Craft & 4-H Entries (Also listed in Fruits & Veggie section) Department Chair: El Dorado County Master Gardeners Forms Due: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) Late entry forms may be with additional fee For Adult, Teen & Youth BIRDHOUSES & GARDEN STAKES Entries Entries Received: Mon. Sept 13 10 am to 6 pm *Youth Arts & Crafts Building Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) Judged: Wed. Sept 15 10 am Late entry forms may be with additional fee Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm

Entries Received: Wed. Sept 22 3 pm to 6 pm *Flowers & Plants Building (Floriculture) BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – In each Division Judged: Thurs. Sept 23 10:30 am NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY TEEN DIVISIONS – AMERICAN JUDGING Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm YOUTH DIVISION – DANISH JUDGING BIRDHOUSES LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON

Exhibitor should make birdhouses. If birdhouse was FREE TO ENTER purchased, exhibitor must do all decoration. Cash Awards Offered per Class st ND rd OVERALL DIMENSIONS MUST NOT EXCEED 20” x 28” 1 2 3 $ 5 $ 3 $ 1 DIVISION 24 – 5 years and under ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS DIVISION 25 – 6 through 10 years DIVISION 22 DIVISION 26 – 11 through 13 years DIVISION 27 – TEEN ages14 through 18 years CLASS DIVISION 28 – Mentally/Physically Challenged 1. Youth Other (specify) 2. Teen Other (specify) CLASS 3. Adult Other (specify) 1. Decorated Blue Jeans or Tee Shirt 2. China, painted 3. Boot Art (decorate a boot) GARDEN STAKES 4. Handcraft Jewelry (Also listed in Fruits & Veggie section) 5. DUCT TAPE ART 6. Stained Glass, Mosaic, Blown, or Fused Create a garden stake using any materials. Garden stake 7. Ceramics cannot be taller than 36” or wider than 12”. 8. Pottery, Hand built & Wheel Cash Awards Offered per Class 9. Room Box Setting/Doll Houses 1st 2ND 3rd 10. Gourds $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 11. Collections (specify, including size) ENTRY FEE: $1 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 12. Handmade Dolls 13. Egg Decorating (specify) DIVISION 23 14. FAIR THEME 15. Holiday Crafts CLASS 16. Model Horse Collection 1. Garden stakes 17. Handmade Cards 18. Sock Puppets 19. Rock, Painted 20. Paper Crafts (NO models or kits allowed) 21. Nature Craft 22. Decorated Horse Shoe 23. Any other, not listed above (specify)

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CLUB CRAFTS 4-H CRAFTS

Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Brownies, Campfire, etc. BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in EACH DIVISION BEST OF SHOW RIBBON FREE TO ENTER FREE TO ENTER Danish Judging DIVISION 29 LIMIT: 12 different exhibits, each to be listed separately by name on entry form. CLASS 1. Bead Work RULES 2. Patch Collection A. Entries can include projects such as painting (oil, water, 3. Woodworking pencil, pen and ink, pastels), drawing, dyeing of wool, as 4. Pinewood Derby Racecar well as others listed below. 5. Other, as approved by Leader, specify on Entry Form B. If a member is entering an item that is precut or pre- stamped, he/she should attach a note stating which portion of the item he/she personally completed. C. Members should select articles to do within their ability and will be judged on the neatness, artistry and finishing of the exhibit. All articles must be ready for display, with completed backs, bottoms, etc. D. An exhibit may consist of an item judged individually or a coordinated exhibit consisting of three to five items not entered elsewhere, emphasis to be on the coordination of colors, texture, patterns, and shapes.

NOTE: Skill level may vary for different projects. For example, the 4-H member can be in beginning calligraphy and intermediate macramé, with a total of 12 exhibits.

DIVISION 30 - BEGINNING (1st& 2nd Units) DIVISION 31 – INTERMEDIATE (3rd& 4th Units) DIVISION 32 – ADVANCED (5th& Above)

CLASS 1. Ceramics (Greenware, pottery or hydrocal) 2. Gourds 3. Stained Glass 4. Holiday Decorations 5. Calligraphy 6. Textile Painting 7. Doll making 8. Origami 9. Paintings 10. Beadwork 11. Other Household 12. Skin Care goat milk by-products (i.e. lotion, soap) 13. Goat hair by-products 14. Other, please specify on Entry Form.

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CLOTHING & SEWING Department Head: Jill Baker and Peggy Riha

For Adult, 4-H, Teen & Youth Clothing/Sewing Entries DIVISION 128 – CHRISTMAS Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) CLASS 1. Stocking Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 7 pm 2 Tree Skirt Home Arts (Marshall) Building 3. Wreath Judged: Sat. Sept 18 9 am 4. Tree Ornaments, 1 (one) single

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm 5. Wall Hanging (not quilted) 6. Designer Item 7. Other, not listed above, specify 8. Non-Competitive

ADULT DIVISION 129 – MENTALLY/PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED CLASS RULES 1. Any Clothing Item (specify) A. All small pieces, such as doilies, may be securely 2. Non-Competitive mounted on cardboard. B. Exhibits must be adequately cleaned and blocked. C. Stained, soiled or unsanitary items will not be accepted. DIVISION 130 – OTHER SEWING D. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. CLASS Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a 1. Wall Hanging (not quilted) class. 2. Pillow/PILLOWCASES 3. Baby or Crib Items NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, checks 4. Placemat/napkin sets not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair 5. Other, not listed above (specify) 6. Non-Competitive office during regular fair office hours.

HAND-WOVEN ITEMS – SEE WOOL DEPARTMENT BEST OF SHOW RIBBON

(Divisions 126 – 130) 4-H CLOTHING & SEWING

SPECIAL AWARD BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – in each Division Rosette Ribbon FREE TO ENTER

CLOTHING &SEWING SWEEPSTAKES AWARD LIMIT: 10 different exhibits, each to be listed separately and 1st 2nd 3rd identified by name (dress, blouse, etc.) on the entry form. $10 $7.50 $ 5 Different means unlike in material used, pattern or style.

CASH AWARDS OFFERED PER CLASS DIVISION 131 – BEGINNING 1st 2ND 3rd DIVISION 132 – INTERMEDIATE $ 5 $ 3 $ 1 DIVISION 133 – ADVANCED ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS CLASS LIMIT: THREE ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON 1. Single Item DIVISION 126 – SMOCKING AND FRENCH HEIRLOOM 2. Coordinated Outfit – Two Piece SEWING 3. Coordinated Outfit – Three or More Pieces CLASS 4. Any Other WEARABLE (needlework, weaving, accessory) 1. Children’s Wearing Apparel 5. Non-Wearable Item (dolls, home decoration items, etc.) 2. Other, not listed above (specify) 3. Non-Competitive TEEN/YOUTH CLOTHING &

DIVISION 127 – WEARING APPAREL SEWING CLASS Refer To Adult Department Rules. 1. Sleepwear (specify) BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – in EACH DIVISION 2. Dress, Child’s or Adult’s Dress NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY 3. Long, Formal, including Wedding FREE TO ENTER 4. Skirt or Pants LIMIT: THREE ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON 5. Vest DIVISION 134 – AGES 14 through 18 years 6. Blouse/shirt DIVISION 135 – 5 years and under 7. Jacket or Coat DIVISION 136 – 6 through 10 year 8. Outfit, Adult or Child, 2 or more pieces DIVISION 137 – 11 through 13 years 9. Wearing Apparel accessories (specify) CLASS 10. Wearing Apparel (specify) 1. Wearing apparel, any item (specify) 11. Non-Competitive 2. Wall Hanging 3. Any other, not listed above item (specify)

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FIBER & SEWING FLEECES, FIBER, BASKETRY & WOOL |KNITTING & CROCHETING

FLEECES, FIBER, BASKETRY & WOOL Department Chairperson: Nicole Zink THE EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR EXTENDS ITS APPRECIATION TO THE HANGTOWN FIBERS GUILD FOR THE HELP IN SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION OF OUR WOOL DEPARTMENT.

For Adult, Teen & Youth Fleeces, Fiber, Basketry, B. Wether fleeces must be included in Wether classes ONLY. Wool & Knitting/Crocheting Entries C. All fleeces entered must have been sheared from sheep Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) owned by the exhibitor. D. Wool and Mohair fleeces must be presented in the best Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm possible condition: skirted, properly rolled cut (flesh) *Corker Building side out, and placed in a large, clear, plastic bag. A 3 x Judged: 5 card must be inserted in the bag with the fleece listing Spun Fiber, Hand-woven/Fleeces: the following information: 1) Owners name & address, 2) Fri. Sept 17 9 am Breed and sex of animal, 3) Breed registration number if Basketry: Sat. Sept 18 Noon in a purebred class. Knitting & Crocheting: Sat. Sept 18 9 am New 2021 Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 pm to 6 pm This card must be inserted in an envelope to conceal the information while judging. A lock of rinsed fleece, not washed with soap, must RULES FOR ALL WOOL DIVISIONS be attached to the envelope. Entries not following STATE RULES APPLY this procedure, may be disqualified. Non greasy hair fleeces and fiber must also be 1. All entries MUST have been completed within two years presented in the best possible condition skirted, and of opening day of this fair. rolled in paper of an appropriate size. 2. Entries entered in previous El Dorado County Fair’s are E. Purebred fleece should be placed in a class most not eligible. appropriately fits that Breed’s Standard description of 3. NOVICE classes are for those exhibitors that have wool grade. Market or cross bred fleece should be never won a 1st Place or Blue Ribbon in the category placed in a class which most appropriately describes its that they are entering i.e.: Fleeces, Spun Fiber, Knitted individual wool grade. Items, etc. F. If the above rules and requirements are not met, the 4. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. entry may be refused at receiving. Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a class. G. The judge has the authority to reclassify or disqualify fleeces before making awards.

FLEECES 1 BEST OF SHOW RIBBON AWARDED IN FLEECE PEOPLE’S CHOICE “FAVORITE WOOL” RULES Sponsored by Hangtown Fibers Guild A. Only complete fleeces in the grease are eligible for 1st 2nd 3rd competition; manufacturers and dealers are excluded. $5 $ 4 $ 3 Fleeces shall not be more than 12 months growth. The NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, definition of “12 months” shall be the definition checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at commonly accepted by the wool trade. Thus, if a fleece the fair office during regular fair office hours. is actually slightly more than 12 months growth, due to unavoidable delay in obtaining shearers, or by weather, it shall be termed “12 months” wool. ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS DIVISION 82 – MARKET FLEECES/SHEEP DIVISION 80 – PUREBRED FLEECES/SHEEP DIVISION 83 – NOVICE MARKET FLEECES/SHEEP DIVISION 81 – NOVICE PUREBRED FLEECES/SHEEP CLASS CLASS 1. Crossbred White Fine Wool 1. Purebred White Fine Wool (Cormo, Merino, Rambouillet) 2. Crossbred White Medium or Down Wool 2. Purebred White Medium or Down Wool (BFL, Columbia, 3. Crossbred White Coarse/Long Wool Corriedale, Cheviot, CVM, Dorset, Finn, Jacob, Montadale, Oxford, Polworth, Polypay, Romeldale, Shetland, Southdown, DIVISION 84 – NATURE’S COLOR FLEECES/SHEEP Targhee) DIVISION 85 – NOVICE NATURE’S COLOR 3. Purebred White Coarse/Long Wool (Border Leicester, FLEECES/SHEEP Coopworth, Cotswold, Lincoln, Perendale, Romney, CLASS Wensleydale))

1. Natural Colored (not white) Fine 2. Natural Colored (not white) Medium or Down Wool SPUN FIBER 3. Natural Colored (not white) Coarse/Long Wool 1 BEST OF SHOW RIBBON AWARDED IN SPUN FIBER

4. Any color double-coated Wool (Icelandic, Karakul, Navajo Cash Awards Offered per Class Churro, some Shetland) 1st 2nd 3rd DIVISION 86 – WETHER FLEECES/SHEEP $5 $ 4 $ 3 DIVISION 87 – NOVICE WETHER FLEECES/SHEEP CLASS ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 1. White Wool

2. Natural Colored (not white) Wool RULES A. Skeins must be a minimum of 20 yards, must be tied in

4 places and must be accompanied by a sample of un- DIVISION 88 – ALL OTHER ANIMAL FLEECE spun fleece, fiber, or roving. DIVISION 89 – NOVICE ALL OTHER ANIMAL FLEECE B. A 3” x 5” card must accompany the skein and sample. CLASS The card must state: 1) fleece type, breed or fibers 1. Alpaca Huacaya, white used; 2) number of ply; 3) what fiber preparation was 2. Alpaca Suri, white used i.e. self-prepared, carded, combed or commercial. 3. Mohair, white If it is a blend, briefly describe how it was accomplished. 4. Llama, white OPTIONAL: If desired, exhibitor may attach 4”x 4” 5. Cashmere, white project sample that may be knitted, woven, crocheted or 6. Any Other, please specify, white other to be available for display and for touching by the

public after judging. DIVISION 90 – ALL OTHER NATURE’S COLOR ANIMAL

FLEECE DIVISION 92 – HAND SPUN YARN DIVISION 91 – NOVICE ALL OTHER NATURE”S COLOR DIVISION 93 – NOVICE HAND SPUN YARN ANIMAL FLEECE CLASS CLASS 1. White Yarn (100% Sheep Wool) – state breed 1. Alpaca Huacaya, natural colored 2. Natural Colored Yarn (100% Sheep Wool) – state breed 2. Alpaca Suri, natural colored 3. Dyed Yarn (100% Sheep Wool)- state dye type or 3. Mohair, natural colored method. 4. Llama, natural , natural colored colored 4. Mohair (100% Angora Goat Wool) 5. Cashmere, natural colored 5. Angora Rabbit (100%) 6. Any other, please specify, natural colored 6. Silk (100%)

7. Plant Fiber (cotton, ramie, hemp, flax, rayon, bamboo, etc.) 8. Luxury Fiber (llama, alpaca, camel, quiviut, etc. must at least be 75% featured fiber. 9. Designer Novelty Yarn (Natural, colored, white or dyed) 10. Designer Yarn with 1 ply commercial yarn for added interest. 11. Any other, mixed fiber blends not listed above. Specify.

HAND SPUN HANDMADE BASKETRY 1 BEST OF SHOW RIBBON AWARDED IN HAND SPUN- 1 BEST OF SHOW RIBBON AWARDED IN BASKETRY

HANDMADE Cash Awards Offered per Class RULES 1st 2nd 3rd A. A small skein of yarn (minimum of 10 yards) and a $5 $ 4 $ 3 sample of un-spun fleece, fiber or roving used in the item must be attached to a 3”X5” card. OPTIONAL: ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS Exhibitor may attach 4”x 4” project sample to be RULES available for display and for touching by the public after A. All entries must be the work of the exhibitor and judging. Linings and decorative elements of completed within two years of opening day of Fair. commercially made materials will be allowed – Note on B. Entries entered in previous El Dorado County Fair are card. not eligible. B. All small items, such as doilies, baby socks, etc may be C. All entries must be accompanied by a 3 x 5 index card securely mounted on cardboard or foam board. with the following info: C. Yarn must be hand spun by exhibitor and finished item Fiber content, If it was dyed, who dyed it and what type made by same sole exhibitor except for class 9 (group). of dye used, did you hand gather material, what is the D. All Items must be clean and blocked. end use of the item and briefly tell the judge (25 words or less) anything pertinent to its creation. CASH AWARD SPONSORED BY HANGTOWN FIBERS GUILD $20 Division 94 Best of Show DIVISION 96 – BASKETRY $20 Division 95 Best of Show CLASS 1. Woven or plaited DIVISION 94 – 100% HANDSPUN & HANDMADE ITEMS 2. Twined DIVISION 95 – NOVICE 100% HANDSPUN & HANDMADE 3. Coiled, pine needle ITEMS 4. Coiled, with any other materials CLASS 5. Miniature (maximum of 3 x 3 x 3) 1. 100% Handspun – Knitted – Afghan or blanket. 6. Rib Style 2. 100% Handspun – Knitted – Coat, sweater, vest, 7. Any other, not listed above. poncho or cocoon. 3. 100% Handspun – Knitted – Shawl, minimum 600 sq. inches 4. 100% Handspun – Knitted – Scarf, maximum 599 sq. inches 5. 100% Handspun – Knitted – Accessory: socks, hat, gloves 6. 100% Handspun – Crocheted – Afghan or blanket 7. 100% Handspun – Crocheted – Coat, sweater, vest, poncho or cocoon. 8. 100% Handspun – Crocheted – Shawl, minimum 600 sq. inches 9. 100% Handspun – Crocheted – Scarf, maximum 599 sq. inches 10. 100% Handspun – Crocheted Accessory: socks, hat, gloves 11. 100% Handspun - Hand-woven garment. 12. 100% Handspun - Hand-woven Rug. 13. 100% Handspun – Hand Woven any other item, household or other, specify. 14. 100% Handspun – Felt item, wet technique, specify. 15. 100% Handspun – Felt item, needle technique, specify. 16. 100% Handspun – Any item by two or more people – any technique, specify. 17. 100% Handspun- Other item, not listed above.

TEEN WOOL Refer To Adult Department Rules. NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY BEST OF SHOW RIBBON

FREE TO ENTER

DIVISION 97 – AGES 14 through 18 years CLASS 1. Crocheted afghan 2. Crocheted garment 3. Crocheted other, specify 4. Knitted Afghan 5. Knitted Garment 6. Knitted other, specify 7. Spun Yarn, identify fiber 8. Fleeces, identify animal 9. Weaving, specify

YOUTH WOOL

Refer To Adult Department Rules. Entries must use the Division Number appropriate to age group. Class Numbers are the same for all age groups. BEST OF SHOW RIBBON NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY FREE TO ENTER

DIVISION 98 – 5 years and under DIVISION 99 – 6 through 10 years DIVISION 100 – 11 through 13 years CLASS 1. Crocheted article, specify 2. Knitted article, specify 3. Handspun Yarn 4. Fleeces, specify type 5. Finger Knitting 6. Any other item, specify 7. Weaving, specify

KNITTING AND CROCHETING

7. Afghan, Baby, any size, one piece construction For Adult, Teen & Youth Fleeces, Fiber, Basketry, 8. Adult Garment, any, specify Wool & Knitting/Crocheting Entries 9. Child Garment, any, specify 10. Infant or Toddler Garment, any, specify Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) 11. Shawl Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm 12. Accessory (hat, scarf, purse, etc.) *Corker Building 13. Doily

Judged: 14. Toy or pillow Spun Fiber, Hand-woven/Fleeces: 15. Infant or toddler bib Fri. Sept 17 9 am 16. Exhibitor’s original design, specify Basketry: Sat. Sept 18 Noon 17. Any Holiday theme, wearable, specify Knitting & Crocheting: Sat. Sept 18 9 am 18. Any Holiday theme, non-wearable, specify Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 pm to 6 pm 19. Fair theme, any item, specify 20. Any other, not listed above, specify

DIVISION 106 – KNITTED ITEMS BEST OF SHOW RIBBON CROCHETED DIVISION 107 – NOVICE KNITTED ITEMS BEST OF SHOW KNITTED CLASS Either Best Knitted or Crocheted Item: 1. Afghan, stranded, Intarsia, modular, mosaic, other, specify $25 Gift Certificate 2. Afghan, solid color, any technique, specify Sponsored by Lofty Lou’s (www.knit.us) 3. Afghan, other, specify 4. Afghan, baby, any size Cash Awards Offered per Class 5. Infant Item, specify st nd rd 1 2 3 6. Toddler or child garment, specify $ 5 $ 3 $ 2 7. Adult coat, sweater or vest, solid color, any technique, specify ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 8. Adult coat, sweater or vest, with color work as in Class 1 $5 entry fee Sept 1-3 above.

9. Shawl 10. Accessory, hat, scarf, purse, mittens, fingerless mittens, etc., specify CLOTHING &SEWING SWEEPSTAKES AWARD 11. Exhibitor’s original design, knitted item, specify 1st 2nd 3rd 12. Any Holiday theme, wearable, specify $10 $7 $ 3 13. Any Holiday theme, non-wearable, specify

14. Fair theme, any item, specify RULES 15. Machine Knitted wearables STATE RULES APPLY 16. Machine Knitted Afghan A. All small pieces, such as doilies, may be securely 17. Machine Knitted, Other, specify mounted on cardboard or foam board. OPTIONAL: 18. Any other, not listed above, specify Exhibitor may attach 4” x 4” project sample to be available for display and for touching by the public after judging. DIVISION 108 – MACRAME B. “Kit” items much be identified as such. Project purchased CLASS as a kit with yarn and pattern selected. 1. Wall Hanging up to 12 x 24 C. Exhibits must be clean and blocked. Stained or soiled 2. Wall Hanging larger than 12 x 24 items may be rejected at receiving. 3. Wearable D. All items must be clean and “finished” in a manner 4. Other, specify appropriate for that item. For example: washing, pressing with or without steam and/or blocking. BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – HANDWOVEN E. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a DIVISION 109 – HAND WOVEN W/ COMMERCIAL YARNS class. DIVISION 110 – NOVICE HAND WOVEN W/ COMMERCIAL YARNS DIVISION 104 – CROCHETED ITEMS CLASS DIVISION 105 – NOVICE CROCHETED ITEMS 1. Small household items, placemat, napkin, dishtowel, CLASS etc. 1. Tablecloth, any 2. Blanket, larger than a baby item. 2. Afghan, squares or other shapes, pieced or sewn together 3. Rug, tapestry technique, larger than 576 square inches. 3. Afghan, multiple color designs, one piece construction 4. Rug, not tapestry technique with yarn weft, larger than 576 4. Afghan, single color (variegated if it’s the only color) one square inches. piece construction 5. Rug with alternative weft, not yarn, larger than 576 square 5. Afghan, other, specify inches. 6. Afghan, Baby, squares or shapes, pieced or sewn 6. Wall hanging, with sleeve or hanger attached, smaller than together construction 576 square inches.

7. Shawls and scarves. 8. Finished Garments made from Hand-woven fabric. 9. Household or utilitarian, specify 10. Any Holiday theme, wearable, specify 11. Any Holiday theme, non-wearable, specify 12. Fair Theme, any item, specify 13. All other items, not listed above, specify

NEEDLE ARTS CROSS STITCH | NEEDLE POINT | BEADING |EMBROIDERY Department Chairperson: Jill Baker and Peggy Riha

THE EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR EXTENDS ITS APPRECIATION TO THE HANGING BY A THREAD CHAPTER EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD OF AMERICA INC. FOR THE SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION OF OUR NEEDLE ARTS DEPARTMENT

For Adult Entries Stocking, Christmas Tree Skirt, Christmas Ornament, Christmas Wall Hanging, etc. Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) 8. Other Counted Techniques – Drawn Thread, Pulled

Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm Thread, Blackwork, Hardanger; etc. *Home Arts (Marshall) Building 9. Non-competitive, any above, please specify

Judged: Sat. Sept 18 9 am DIVISION 112 – NEEDLE POINT (Design Size refers to Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm stitched area; do not include mats or frame when measuring) CLASS 1. Large Framed Picture – Design Size bigger than 30” in ADULT either direction RULES 2. Medium Framed Picture – Design Size between 12” and A. All small pieces, such as doilies, may be securely 30” in either direction mounted on cardboard. 3. Small Framed Picture – Design Size up to 12” either B. Exhibits must be adequately cleaned and blocked. direction C. Items deemed to be offensive or not family friendly will 4. Not Framed – Pillows, Bell Pulls, Etuis, Wearables, be judged, however, not displayed. Boxes, Freestanding items, Christmas Stocking, D. Stained, soiled or unsanitary items will not be accepted. Christmas Tree Skirt, Christmas Ornament, Christmas Wall Hanging, etc. NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, 5. Non-competitive, any above, please specify checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair office during regular fair office hours. DIVISION 113 – EMBROIDERY CLASS BEST OF SHOW RIBBON 1. Framed items, Boxes SPECIAL AWARD 2. Not Framed – Pillows, Tablecloths, Household items, $10.00 and Rosette Ribbon Bags, Free-standing items, Bell Pulls, Etuis, Wearables, Boxes, Christmas Stocking, Christmas Tree Skirt, SPECIAL AWARD Christmas Ornament, Christmas Wall Hanging, etc. Eldest Senior winning a blue ribbon in Needle Arts. To 3. Gold Work compete for the special award the exhibitor must include 4. Stump Work, or Nue date of birth on entry form. 5. Other Embroidery Techniques – Needle weaving, Cut Work, Mountmellick, Schwalm, Huck Toweling, hem NEEDLE ARTS SWEEPSTAKES AWARD stitched lines, etc. st nd rd 1 2 3 6. Machine Embroidery $10 $7.50 $ 5 7. Non-competitive, any above, please specify Cash Awards Offered per Class (Divisions 111 – 117) st nd rd 1 2 3 DIVISION 114 – BEADING $ 5 $ 3 $1 CLASS ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 1. Shapes, Wearables, Freestanding, Christmas LIMIT: THREE ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON Ornament, etc. 2. Framed Item, when over 50% of work is done in beads. Gift Certificates for Best of Division 3. Non-competitive, any above, please specify Divisions 111 – 113 Sponsored by Kelsey’s Needle Krafts DIVISION 115 – OTHER FIBER ART CLASS 1. Rug Hooking DIVISION 111 – COUNTED THREAD (Design Size refers to 2. Punch Needle stitched area; do not include mats or frame when measuring) 3. Tatting 4. Needle Felting CLASS 5. Any other, not listed above 1. Large Framed Picture– Design Size over 30” in either 6. Noncompetitive, any above, please specify direction. 2. Medium Framed Picture – Design Size between 12” and 30” in either direction. DIVISION 116 – FAIR THEME 3. Small Framed Picture – Design Size up to 12” in either CLASS direction 1. Any Needle Arts with current year’s FAIR THEME 4. Not Framed – Pillows, Bell Pulls, Etuis, Wearables, included in design. Boxes, Freestanding items, Household items, Christmas 1

DIVISION 117 – MENTALLY/PHYSICALLY CHALENGE 4-H NEEDLE ARTS CLASS 1. Any Embroidery, Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, Beading, Refer to Adult Department Rules. other Fiber Arts or Fair Theme, please specify. Entries must use the Division Number appropriate to age group. Class Numbers are the same for all age groups.

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – in each Division TEEN & YOUTH NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY

NEEDLE ARTS FREE TO ENTER LIMIT: THREE ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON For Teen, Youth & 4-H Needle Art Entries

Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) DIVISION 123 – BEGINNING Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm DIVISION 124 – INTERMEDIATE *Home Arts (Marshall) Building DIVISION 125 – ADVANCED Judged: Thurs. Sept 16 9 am

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm CLASS 1. Stitchery, Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, Crewel Embroidery, Embroidery, Machine Embroidery, Beading,

Punch Needle, etc. Refer to Adult Department Rules. Entries must use the Division Number appropriate to age group. Class Numbers are the same for all age groups.

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – in each Division

FREE TO ENTER LIMIT: THREE ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON

NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY

DIVISION 119 – AGES 14 through 18 years DIVISION 120 – 5 years and under DIVISION 121 – 6 through 10 years DIVISION 122 – 11 through 13 years CLASS 1. Stitchery (Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, Crewel Embroidery, Embroidery, Machine Embroidery, Beading, Punch Needle, etc.)

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QUILTS THE EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR EXTENDS ITS APPRECIATION TO THE GOLD BUG QUILTERS FOR THE SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION OF OUR QUILTS DEPARTMENT

For Adult, Teen & Youth Quilt Entries DEFINITIONS 1. Quilts made by Two or More Persons – More than one Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) person involved in making the top, or quilting, or binding the Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm quilt. *Home Arts (Marshall) Building 2. Division 141 – Pieced Quilts – The top of the quilt is made by piecing fabrics together either by hand or machine. Judged: Fri. Sept 17 9 am 3. Division 142 – Appliqué Quilts – Techniques include: Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm hand, machine, turned edge, fused or soft/raw edge. 4. Division 143 – Hand Quilted Quilts – Quilts must be hand quilted, may be pieced by machine or by hand. RULES 5. Division 144 – Free Motion Quilting – Long arm or A. Division 141 – 149 – Entries must be at least 3 layers: 2 of domestic machine may be used. No computerized or fabric separated by layers of batting and held together by software designs allowed in this division. stitches. All entries must be quilted. 6. Division 145 – Computerized Quilting – The majority of B. Entries must be completed within the past year and never the quilt top done on an embroidery machine or longarm entered in previous county or state fairs. No antique quilts machine using software. will be accepted. 7. Division 146 – Mixed Techniques – A quilt using multiple C. All entries for Class 1-3 in Division 141, 142 and 146 must techniques such as embroidery and piecing, pieced be entirely made by the entrant (1 person). If two or more background with appliqué on top, mixed pieced and people worked on the entry (piecing, quilting, binding, appliquéd blocks. etc.), it must be entered in Class 4 (Quilts Made by 2 or 8. Division 147 – Miniature Quilts – A miniature quilt is a More). On a separate sheet of paper, list those who scaled-down version of a larger quilt. Traditional Class participated in the construction of the entry and turn it in includes pieced, applique, or a combination of both; on the day entries are received with the entry form. Innovative Class includes techniques that bring something D. All entries for Division 143, 1344, 145 and 147, Class 1 new to the quilt element reflecting creativity such as an idea, must be entirely made by the entrant (1 person). If two or method, fabric, embellishment, or surface design. more people worked on the entry (piecing, quilting, 9. Division 148 – Art Quilt – A quilt of any size that binding, etc.), it must be entered in Class 2 extensively uses non-traditional techniques to show E. Due to space limitations, some quilts may not be seen in originality in theory, design, color or techniques; must be an their entirety or hung. All ribbon winners will be fully original design not using a commercial pattern. displayed. Note: At the discretion of the quilt show 10. Division 149 – Specialty Quilts – A quilt of any size that coordinators, if a single class is determined to have too does not fit in the other categories such as: Photo Quilts, large a number of entries, it may be divided into two Memory and T-shirt Quilts, Yo-Yo, Cathedral Window, and groups; also, quilts may be reassigned for judging Whole Cloth. purposes. 11. Division 150 – Other Quilted Items – Class 1 must be 3 F. If your name appears on the entry, it must be concealed layers, 2 of fabric separated by a layer of batting and held with a temporary covering (i.e. paper or masking tape over together by stitches. Class 2 thru 4 is defined as a minimum the name on the entry). This will be reviewed at the time of of 2 layers held together with stitches and may or may not entry check-in. Please allow extra time at check-in for have batting/stabilizer. All entries must be quilted and will verification of entry specifications. be verified at entry check-in. G. All entries MUST have a standard 4-inch finished sleeve attached across the entire back top edge of the entry TEEN & YOUTH QUILTS H. YOU MUST LIST THE LENGTH AND WIDTH IN THE All Rules and Definitions apply DESCRIPTION ON ENTRY FORMS. First, Second or third place ribbons are at the discretion of the I. Large Quilts - Over 5100 square inches (width x length). judge.

J. Medium Quilts - Between 2916 and 5099 square inches FREE TO ENTER (width x length). LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON K. Small Quilts - Between 401 and 2915 square inches (width x length). DIVISION 138 – Youth: 8 years and younger L. Miniature Quilts - Must be miniature in scale and 400 DIVISION 139 – Youth: Ages 9 – 13 square inches max., 20x20 (width x length) or less. DIVISION 140 – Teens: Ages 14 – 17 Teen/Youth Classes – All Divisions: 1. Individual, made by 1 person 2. Group: Classroom, scouting/youth organization, 4-H, etc. (must involve 2 or more youths)

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ADULT QUILTS DIVISION 151 Fair Theme All techniques, all sizes, all forms accepted and made ENTRY FEE $3 per entry per class by 1 person. Can be 2 or 3 layers (fabric/batting) and DIVISION 141 Pieced Quilts held together with hand or machine stitches. CLASS All entries must be quilted. 1. Large 2. Medium 3. Small 4. Two or More Persons AWARDS & RIBBONS First, second or third place ribbons are at the discretion of the DIVISION 142 Appliqué Quilts judge. CLASS 1. Large 2. Medium st 3. Small YOUTH AND TEEN QUILTS 1 PLACE AWARDS: 4. Two or More Persons Ages 8 years and younger

$25 Cash Award + Ribbon DIVISION 143 Hand Quilted Quilts Sponsored by GOLDEN THREADS CLASS 1. One person 2. Two or More Persons Ages 9 – 13 $25 Cash Award + Ribbon

Sponsored by GOLDEN THREADS DIVISION 144 Free Motion Quilting

CLASS 1. One person Ages 14 – 17 $25 Cash Award + Ribbon 2. Two or More Persons Sponsored by GOLDEN THREADS

DIVISION 145 Computerized Quilting CLASS ADULT AWARDS: 1. One person Best of Show 2. Two or More Persons $25 Cash Award + Ribbon Sponsored by GOLD BUG QUILTERS, INC. DIVISION 146 Mixed Techniques CLASS Best Appliqué Quilt 1. Large $25 Cash Award + Ribbon 2. Medium Sponsored by GOLD BUG QUILTERS, INC. 3. Small 4. Two or More Persons Best Hand Quilted Quilt $25 Cash Award + Ribbon DIVISION 147 Miniature Quilts Sponsored by GOLD BUG QUILTERS, INC. CLASS 1. One person 2. Two or More Persons Best Machine Quilted Quilt $25 Cash Award + Ribbon DIVISION 148 Art Quilts Sponsored by GOLD BUG QUILTERS, INC. CLASS 1. One person 2. Two or More Persons Best Use of Color Quilt $25 Cash Award + Ribbon DIVISION 149 Specialty Quilts Sponsored by HIGH SIERRA QUILTERS CLASS 1. One person Best Specialty Quilt 2. Two or More Persons $25 Cash Award + Ribbon Sponsored by HIGH SIERRA QUILTERS DIVISION 150 Other Quilted Items (See Definition 11) CLASS Best Miniature Quilt 1. Table runners/toppers, tree skirts, placemats, etc. $25 Cash Award + Ribbon 2. Wearables: One piece items or multi-part ensembles, etc. Sponsored by HIGH SIERRA QUILTERS 3. Handbags, all forms of tote bags, etc. 4. Miscellaneous decorative or home décor items: bowls, Best Pieced Quilt holiday decoration/ornament $25 Cash Award + Ribbon 5. Other, please specify on entry form Sponsored by HIGH SIERRA QUILTERS

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FLOWERS & PLANTS ARRANGEMENTS | DRIED | FRESH | SILK | GARDENS Department Chair: El Dorado County Master Gardeners

T. FRESH FLOWERS OR PLANT MATERIAL must be used in all arrangements except those specifically indicated SWEEPSTAKES AWARDS otherwise. NO ARTIFICIALLY COLORED fresh plant 1st 2nd 3rd material or ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS are permitted. $25 $15 $ 10 U. FRESH FOLIAGE permitted in all arrangements unless otherwise noted. Succulents may be classed by foliage. NO ARTIFICIAL foliage may be used. RULES V. DRIED MATERIALS may be sparingly colored and STATE RULES APPLY treated. A. Exhibits in the Flowers & Plants Department must have W. Adult exhibitors must have owned potted plants at been grown by the exhibitor except for arrangement least 3 months prior to beginning day of Fair. (This classes. rule does not apply to Youth exhibitors) B. Exhibits must be adequately and correctly labeled NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed; checks not with common name of plant. picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair office C. Exhibits must be renewed and kept fresh by the during regular fair office hours. exhibitor daily from 8 to 9 am on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. D. The department chair will provide entry tags. Exhibitors GLOSSARY must verify that the information on them is correct. E. Entries are not to be touched or moved by the CUT FLOWERS exhibitor after being placed by the department chair. F. Sweepstakes will be awarded in accordance with State a. ANNUAL: A plant that completes its outdoor cycle of Rules IV-7. growth in one year. G. Judging will be done strictly according to the schedule. b. BIENNIAL: A plant that normally completes its outdoor The American System of judging will be used. cycle of growth in two years. c. : A plant that lives, blooms, and seeds for H. Entries must include the EXACT number of blooms, PERENNIAL stems, etc. specified. Leaves should be removed. more than two years. Trees and shrubs are hardwood I. Exhibitors must provide drainage saucers for all potted perennials. plants. d. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS: A plant that lives longer J. The fair will furnish containers for all entries in the cut than two years, but in colder climates dies back to the flower division. No bottles, tin cans, or fruit jars accepted. ground each winter. K. In Cut Flower Division, a stem should contain just one e. SPIKE: A flower structure with flowers, stem less or very flower, unless otherwise noted. The exceptions are: short stemmed, on a common length stalk, i.e., Gladiolus. Ageratum, Cosmos, Forget-Me-Nots, French Marigolds, f. SPRAY: Portion of a plant with a number of flowers on Petunias, and some roses. The portion of the stem of one stem, with at least two flowers open, i.e. Cosmos and these flowers may contain more than one bloom. Salpiglosses. L. No dressing, wiring, artificial flower or fillers permitted. g. STEM: The main ascending part of a plant. Wedging permitted, provided by the exhibitor. h. STALK: A stiff stem which may or may not branch one or M. Hybrid Tea Roses, Hybrid Perpetuals and large Exhibition more flowers and buds. Dahlias to be shown debudded. Stems should be i. BLOOM: Individual flowers, one blossom on a stem, i.e., approximately 9 to 12 inches or in proportion to the flower. H.T. Roses, Carnations, all disbudded. N. In Fresh Arrangements, plant material need not have been j. SPECIMEN: A single plant, fruit, vegetable, bloom or grown by the exhibitor. Foliage or accessories permitted in spike, spray, stalk or stem. all classes of the Arrangements Division unless otherwise k. NOVICE: One who has not won a blue ribbon in any noted. No artificial flowers or dried flowers allowed. organized flower show. A novice may enter Novice, O. No Dry Arrangement entry will be accepted if exhibit has Amateur, and Open Classes. been exhibited and placed at any previous El Dorado l. AMATEUR: One who has won 10 or fewer blue ribbons in County Fair. any organized flower show, and is not, or has not been, P. Every exhibit will be subject to departmental rules but the engaged in commercial . An amateur may enter association will in no case be responsible for any loss or Amateur and Open Classes. damage which may occur and entries are made and m. OPEN: Open to all, including judges, amateur accredited accepted on this condition. judges, instructors, and professionals. Q. All plant materials used in garden exhibits must be Management reserves the right to remove all unsightly material growing, unless otherwise specified. from any exhibit. R. Plant material and flowers should be well hardened and groomed. S. Plant material on State Conservation List may not be exhibited. ADULT 1

For Adult Entries CLASS 1. Coleus, any variety Forms Due: Tues. Sept 21 4:00 pm 2. Fern, Asparagus Types

Received: Wed. Sept 22 2 pm to 6 pm 3. Fern, Other, not listed above (specify) *Flowers & Plants (floriculture) Building 4. Fuchsia, with blooms, specify if hanging 5. Geranium, with blooms, any variety Judged: Thurs. Sept 23 10:00 am 6. Geranium, fancy leaf or scented Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm 7. Spider Plant 8. Creeping Charlie or Swedish Ivy 9. Philodendron 10. Wandering Jew POTTED PLANTS 11. Pothos Please state size of pot 12. Potted Plants, hanging, Other, not listed above (specify) Plants must be in pots NO LARGER than a 5 gallon pot 13. Potted Tree (specify) Cash Awards Offered per Class 14. Potted Shrub (specify) 1st 2nd 3rd 15. Potted Vine (specify) $ 5 $ 2 $ 1 16. Potted Plant, Other, not listed above (specify) 17. Nature’s Container, not manmade, over 18 inches ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 18. Mini Garden, 8 inches or under LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON 19. Water Garden 20. Orchid, in bloom 21. In a Wheelbarrow, Big or Small BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in each Potted Plant Division 22. Potted in a unique container. DIVISION 170 – BEGONIAS CLASS 1. Begonia, Tuberous, Camellia or Rose w/blooms 2. Begonia, Fibrous with blooms 3. Begonia, Other, not listed above (specify)

DIVISION 171 – CACTI AND SUCCULENTS CLASS 1. Barrel Cactus 2. Chamaecerous, Silvestri, Peanut Cactus 3. Echeveria; any species 4. Zygocactus, Christmas Cactus 5. Mammillaria 6. Succulent Planter 7. Cacti Planter 8. Succulent and Cacti Planter 9. Aloe, any species 10. Jade 11. Sansevieria, Snake Plant 12. Agave 13. Sempervivum DIVISION 176 – TERRARIUM 14. Cacti, Other, not listed above (specify) CLASS 15. Succulent, Other, not listed above (specify) 1. Terrarium, must be covered

DIVISION 172 – AFRICAN VIOLETS CLASS DRIED ARRANGEMENTS 1. Single Crown, White to Pink or Red, in bloom ONLY 2. Single Crown, Shades of Blue or Purple, in bloom Cash Awards Offered per Class 3. Multiple Crown, White to Pink or Red, in bloom st ND rd 4. Multiple Crown, Shades of Blue or Purple, in bloom 1 2 3 $5 $3 $ 1 DIVISION 173 – BONSAI CLASS ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 1. Bonsai, Conifer BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – Divisions 177 – 180 2. Bonsai, Broad Leaf DIVISION 177 – DRIED ARRANGEMENTS DIVISION 174 – MINIATURE POTTED ROSES CLASS CLASS 1. Fair Theme 1. Miniature Roses, any variety, with blooms 2. Wall Hangings 3. Gift Baskets & Packages Using Dried Arrangements 4. Wine Country – Arranged in a wine glass 5. Cowboy Boot Arrangement DIVISION 175 – POTTED PLANTS 2

DIVISION 183 - OPEN

MINIATURE ARRANGEMENTS CLASS Cash Awards Offered per Class 1. Country Gardens (all components grown in own garden) 1st 2nd 3rd 2. Ikebana Style (Traditional Japanese arrangement in a $5 $ 3 $ 1 shallow vase) ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 3. Cowboy Boot Arrangement LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON

DIVISION 178 - MINIATURE ARRANGEMENTS, DRY ONLY CLASS 1. Open - 5” in all dimensions (including vase) 2. Open – 3” in all dimensions (including vase)

FLORAL NICHES *SILK and/or DRIED*

NICHES: 22 ½” wide, 27” high, 18” deep are provided. LIMIT of 10 niches. Silk and dry plant materials only. Accessories are allowed in niche. Background cloth advised.

Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd 3rd $5 $3 $ 1

ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS LAVENDER LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON Cash Awards Offered per Class

1st 2nd 3rd DIVISION 179 – FLORAL NICHES $ 5 $ 3 $ 1

CLASS ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 1. Fair Theme LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON 2. El Dorado County Wine Country

3. Choose your own theme. BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – LAVENDER FLORAL NICHES DIVISION 184 – LAVENDER *FRESH* CLASS 1. Lavender NICHES 22 ½” wide, 27” high, 18” deep are provided. LIMIT of 2. Lavender products. 10 niches. Fresh materials only. Accessories are allowed. 3. Dried Lavender Arrangement.

DIVISION 180 – FLORAL NICHES CLASS 1. Choose your own theme (specify)

FRESH ARRANGEMENTS Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd 3rd $5 $3 $ 1 ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON

FRESH ARRANGEMENTS DIVISION 181 – NOVICE CLASS – 1. Country Gardens (all components grown in own garden) 2. Go Green (include recycled material 3. Cowboy Boot Arrangement

DIVISION 182 - AMATEUR CLASS – 1. Country Gardens (all components grown in own garden) 2. Into the Woods (a woodsy forest theme) 3. Cowboy Boot Arrangement

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CUT FLOWERS Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd 3rd DIVISION 188 – MARIGOLDS $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 CLASS ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 1. Large orange, 3 stems LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON 2. Large yellow, 3 stems BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – Divisions 185 – 191 3. French Dwarf, double, yellow shades, 1 stem 4. French Dwarf, double, orange shades, 1 stem DIVISION 185 – FLOWERING SHRUBS (other than roses) CLASS 1. Hydrangea, 1 stem 2. Butterfly Bush DIVISION 189 – PETUNIAS 3. Gardenia CLASS 4. Camellia 1. Double, pink, red or rose, 3 stems 5. Azalea 2. Double, other colors not listed, 3 stems 6. Other, not listed above, 1 stem, specify 3. Single, blue or purple, 3 stems 4. Single, pink, red or rose, 3 stems DIVISION 186 – ROSES 5. Single, white, 3 stems CLASS | Please specify variety if known, with the exception of 6. Single, giant ruffle or fringed, all colors, 3 stems classes 8, 11, 14 & 18 7. Single, bi-color, 3 stems 1. Single petaled rose, any color, 1 stem, 1 bloom 8. Other, not listed above, 3 stems

2. Hybrid tea, white, 1 stem, 1 bloom 3. Hybrid tea, yellow, 1 stem, 1 bloom DIVISION 190 – ZINNIA 4. Hybrid tea, pink, 1 stem, 1 bloom CLASS 5. Hybrid tea, orange, 1 stem, 1 bloom 1. Giant or Cactus, mixed, 3 stems 6. Hybrid tea, lavender, 1 stem, 1 bloom 2. Giant or Cactus, orange or yellow, 1 stem 7. Hybrid tea, red, 1 stem, 1 bloom 3. Giant or Cactus, rose, pink, purple or red, 1 stem 8. Hybrid tea, mixed colors, 3 stems, 3 blooms 4. Large variegated or bi-color, 1 stem 9. Grandiflora, any color, 1 stem, 1 bloom or spray 5. Pompon, not over 2”, orange or yellow, 3 stems 10. Floribunda, any color, 1 stem, 1 spray 6. Pompon, not over 2”, red or pink, 3 stems 11. Floribunda, mixed colors, 3 stems, 3 sprays 7. Pompon, not over 2”, white, 3 stems 12. Miniature, any color, 1 stem, 1 bloom 8. Midget, 5 stems 13. Miniature, any color, 1 stem, 1 spray 9. Other, not listed above, 3 stems 14. Miniature, mixed colors, 3 stems, 3 sprays DIVISION 191 – ANNUALS 15. Bi-color, any species, HT, Gr, Fl, 1 stem, 1 bloom or spray CLASS 16. Old-fashioned, 1 stem, 1 bloom or spray 1. Bachelor Button, 5 stems 17. Any Other, not listed above, 1 stem, 1 bloom or spray 2. Sweet Pea, 3 stems 18. Bouquet, mixed colors or all alike, 12 stems, 12 blooms 3. Cosmos, 5 stems

4. Dianthus, pinks, 5 stems DIVISION 187 – PERENNIAL 5. Pansy, mixed colors, 5 stems

CLASS 6. Salvia, 3 stems 1. Coreopsis, 3 stems 7. Aster, double, 3 stems 2. Daisy, any white, 3 stems, specify 8. Pansy, one color, 3 stems 3. Gloriosa Daisy, 3 stems 9. Sunflower, 1 stem 4. Daisy, other colored, 3 stems, specify 10. Dahlia, 1 stem 5. Geranium, 1 stem 11. Other, not listed above, specify, 3 stems 6. Daylily, 1 stem

7. Lilies, Asiatic, Aurelian, oriental/trumpet cross ( O.T.) or Oriental, 1 stem 8. Phlox, 1 stem 9. Snapdragon, 1 stem 10. Delphinium, 1 stem 11. Coneflower, 3 stems 12. Bearded Iris, 1 stalk 13. Carnation, 1 bloom 14. Holly hock, 1 stalk 15. Stock, 1 stem 16. Flowering Herbs, 5 stems, specify 17. Water lilies, 1 stem 18. Chrysanthemum, 1 stem 17. Joe Pye Weed, 1 stem 18. Ornamental peppers, 1 stem 19. Rudbeckia (Black Eyed Susan) 3 stems 20. Sumac, 1 stem 21. Other, not listed above, 3 stems, specify

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ADOPT A SPOT GARDENS Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm

Entries Completed: Fri. Sept 17 8 pm

Judged: Sat. Sept 18 9:30 am CLOSED

“Adopt-A-Spot” must be permanently planted and tended. Outdoor Garden entries must include Garden Name and Garden Number on the entry form.

DIVISION 192 – ADOPT A SPOT

AMERICAN JUDGING. Cash Awards Offered per Class

CLASS 1. Open

ENTRY FEE: $10 PER ENTRY PER CLASS

AWARDS: Best Overall Garden 1st 2nd 3RD 4th $100 $75 $50 Ribbon Best Use of Fair Theme 1st 2nd 3RD 4th $100 $75 $50 Ribbon Best Year-Round Garden 1st 2nd 3RD 4th $100 $75 $50 Ribbon

CLASS 2: Youth

ENTRY FEE: $5 PER ENTRY PER CLASS

AWARDS: Best Overall Garden 1st 2nd 3RD 4th $25 $15 $10 Ribbon Best Use of Fair Theme 1st 2nd 3RD 4th $25 $15 $10 Ribbon Best Year-Round Garden 1st 2nd 3RD 4th $25 $15 $10 Ribbon

Gardens will be inspected quarterly and a first place garden will be awarded $50 in the Fall, Winter & Spring for the best maintained garden at these non-published judging dates. Points will be given for gardens being well cared for, plants tended, dead headed, bug free and healthy, appealing and creative.

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FLOWER TABLE SETTINGS

ADULT | TEEN | YOUTH For Adult/Youth Entries

Forms Due: Tue. Sept 21 4:00 pm

Received: Wed. Sept 22 2 pm to 6 pm *Flowers & Plants Building

Judged: Thurs. Sept 23 10:00 am

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON - TABLESETTINGS

FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS *SILK ONLY* Displayed on your covered board, 24”x28”. Service for one, including napkin, dish(es), centerpiece, etc. NO FLATWARE.

Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2ND 3rd $5 $4 $ 1 ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON

DIVISION 457 – FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS SILK ONLY CLASS 1. Fair Theme

*FRESH FLOWERS*

Displayed on a covered board 24” x 28”. Service for one, including napkin, dish(es), centerpiece, etc. NO FLATWARE. ALL FRESH GREENS AND FLOWERS.

Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2ND 3rd $5 $4 $ 1 ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON

DIVISION 458 – FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS FRESH FLOWERS CLASS 1. Fresh Flowers at the Table

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For Teen, Youth & 4-H/FFA Flowers & Plants Entries YOUTH Forms Due: Tues. Sept 21 4:00 pm

Received: Wed. Sept 22 2 pm to 6 pm DRIED FLOWER and or SILK Farm Building ARRANGEMENTS Judged: Thurs. Sept 23 10:00 am

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 pm to 7 pm BEST OF SHOW Division 198 – 207 NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY FREE TO ENTER

SWEEPSTAKES AWARDS DIVISION 198 – AGES 6 through 10 years Includes all Teen, Youth, 4H & FFA CLASS 1st 2nd 3rd 1. Any Theme

$25 $15 $ 10 DIVISION 199 – AGES 11 through 13 years CLASS 1. Any Theme

TEEN POTTED PLANTS DRIED FLOWERS and or SILK NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY FREE TO ENTER ARRANGEMENTS DIVISION 200 - AGES 5 and under FREE TO ENTER - BEST OF SHOW RIBBON DIVISION 201 – AGES 6 through 10 years NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY DIVISION 202 – AGES 11 through 13 years DIVISION 203 – Physically/Mentally Challenged (through DIVISION 194 – AGES 14 through 18 years age 21) CLASS CLASS 1. Any theme 1. Potted Plants 2. Blooming Plants 3. Dish Garden POTTED PLANTS FREE TO ENTER - BEST OF SHOW RIBBON NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY FRESH FLOWER

DIVISION 195 – AGES 14 through 18 years ARRANGEMENTS CLASS NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY 1. Potted Plants FREE TO ENTER 2. Blooming Plants 3. Dish Garden DIVISION 204 – AGES 6 through 10 years DIVISION 205 – AGES 11 through 13 years CLASS FRESH FLOWER 1. Any Theme ARRANGEMENTS CUT FLOWERS FREE TO ENTER - BEST OF SHOW RIBBON NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY FREE TO ENTER

DIVISION 196 – AGES 14 through 18 years DIVISION 206 – AGES 6 – 10 years CLASS CLASS 1. Any theme 1. Annual (specify) large – 1 stem/ small – 3 stems 2. Perennial (specify) large – 1 stem/ small – 3 stems 3. Flowering Shrub (specify) 1 stem CUT FLOWERS 4. Rose (specify) 1 stem FREE TO ENTER - BEST OF SHOW RIBBON NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY DIVISION 207 – AGES 11 – 13 years CLASS DIVISION 197 – AGES 14 – 18 years 1. Annual (specify) large – 1 stem/ small – 3 stems CLASS 2. Perennial (specify) large – 1 stem/ small – 3 stems 1. Annual (specify) large – 1 stem/ small – 3 stems 3. Flowering Shrub (specify) 1 stem 2. Perennial (specify) large – 1 stem/ small – 3 stems 4. Rose (specify) 1 stem 3. Flowering Shrub (specify) 1 stem 4. Rose (specify) 1 stem

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DIVISION 214 – 4-H ORNAMENTAL FLOWERS & PLANTS 4-H/FFA POTTED PLANTS CLASS FLOWERS & PLANTS 1. Coleus, any variety 2. Fern, Asparagus types 3. Fern, other, not listed above (specify) BEST OF SHOW RIBBON DIVISIONS 208 – 215 4. Fuchsia, with blooms, specify if hanging NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY 5. Geranium, with blooms, any variety FREE TO ENTER 6. Geranium, fancy leaf or scented 7. Spider plant DIVISION 208 – FFA ORNAMENTAL FLOWERS & PLANTS 8. Creeping Charlie or Swedish Ivy CLASS 9. Philodendron 1. Potted Plants 10. Wandering Jew 2. Fresh floral arrangements 11. Pothos 3. Fresh floral corsages 12. Potted Plant – Hanging, Other, not listed above (specify 13. Potted Tree (specify) DIVISION 209 – 4-H ORNAMENTAL FLOWERS & PLANTS 14. Potted Shrub (specify) CLASS 15. Potted Vine (specify) 1. Fresh floral arrangements 16. Potted Plant, Other, not listed above (specify) 2. Fresh floral corsages 17. Natures Container, not manmade, over 18 inches 18. Mini Garden, 8 inches or under DIVISION 210 – 4-H ORNAMENTAL FLOWERS & PLANTS 19. Water Garden POTTED PLANTS – BEGONIA 20. Orchid, in bloom CLASS 21. In a Wheelbarrow, Big or Small 1. Begonia, Tuberous, Camellia or Rose w/blooms 22. Themed Container – Any Theme 2. Begonia, Fibrous w/blooms 3. Begonia, Other, not listed above (specify) DIVISION 215 – 4-H ORNAMENTAL FLOWERS & PLANTS POTTED PLANTS - TERRARIUM DIVISION 211 – 4-H ORNAMENTAL FLOWERS & PLANTS CLASS POTTED PLANTS – CACTI & SUCCULENTS 1. Terrarium, must be covered CLASS 1. Barrel Cactus 2. Chamaecerous, Silvestri, Peanut Cactus 3. Echeveria, any species 4. Zygocactus, Christmas Cactus 5. Mammillaria 6. Succulent Planter 7. Cacti Planter 8. Succulent and Cacti Planter 9. Aloe, Any Species 10. Jade 11. Sansevieria, Snake Plant 12. Cacti, Other, not listed above (specify) 13. Succulent, Other, not listed above (specify) 14. Sempervivum

DIVISION 213 – 4-H ORNAMENTAL FLOWERS & PLANTS – POTTED PLANT CLASS 1. Bonsai, Conifer 2. Bonsai, Broad Leaf 3. Miniature Roses, any variety with blooms

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BAKING & SWEETS Department Chair: Kelsey Walkover

For Adult, Teen, Youth, Family & 4H Baking/Sweets ADULT Entries BAKING & SWEETS SWEEPSTAKES AWARD Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) Sponsored by Frank Vilt’s Cakes (Includes Divisions 230-239) Entries Received: Mon. Sept 20 2 pm to 6 pm st nd rd *Home Arts (Marshall) Building 1 2 3 $15 $10 $ 5 Judged: * Fiery Fare Tues. Sept 21 9am DIVISIONS 230 - 238 * Breads Tues Sept 21 11 am Cash Awards Offered per Class * Youth, Teen & 4H Tues. Sept 21 12 pm 1st 2nd 3rd *Cakes & Cookies followed by Pies, Sweets& Grandma’s Kitchen 2 pm $ 3 $ 2 $ 1

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm ENTRY FEE: $2.00 PER ENTRY PER CLASS $3 PER ENTRY LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON RULES BEST OF SHOW RIBBON- Division 230-237 A. All baked goods become the property of the fair. B. The following QUANTITIES are REQUIRED: Muffins, Cookies, Brownies, Candies; ½ dozen (6) BREADS Cakes, Breads; ½ loaf or ½ cake 1/2 LOAF Only C. IF THE AMOUNT TO BE TURNED IN FOR JUDGING DIVISION 230 IS LESS THAN THE REQUIRED AMOUNT, THE ENTRY WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFIED. CLASS D. Entry form must list type of food. 1. Buttermilk or Sourdough E. All food entries must be displayed in zip lock bags. 2. French (Except Grandma’s Kitchen, Pies & Cakes) 3. Graham bread (½ or less whole wheat flour) F. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. 4. Raisin Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a 5. White class. 6. Whole Wheat (more than ½ whole wheat flour) 7. Sweet Breads NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed; 8. Low Sugar checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at 9. Gluten Free the fair office during regular fair office hours. 10. Other, not listed above (specify)

QUICK BREADS 1/2 LOAF, APPROX. 1/3 POUND DIVISION 231

CLASS 1. Banana Nut 3. Zucchini 2. Pumpkin 4. Gluten Free 5. Low Sugar 6. Cornbread 7. Other, not listed above (specify)

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BISCUITS, MUFFINS & ROLLS HALF-DOZEN (6) DIVISION 232

CLASS 1. Baking Powder Biscuits 2. Cinnamon Rolls or Pastries 3. Bran or whole grain Muffins 4. Rolls 5. Muffins (please specify) 6. Gluten Free 7. Low Sugar 8. Other, not listed above (specify)

LAYER CAKES ½ CAKE DIVISION 233

CLASS 1. Layer (specify) – Filling may be same as frosting or different.

CAKE ½ CAKE DIVISION 234

CLASS 1. Bundt Cake 2. Carrot Cake 3. Cake with Fruit 4. Pound Cake 5. Angel Food Cake 6. Coffee Cake 7. Cheesecake 8. Red Velvet 9. Cup cakes 10. Cake Pops 11. Gluten Free 12. Low Sugar 13. Other, not listed above (specify)

COOKIES MINIMUM: 6 COOKIES

Each cookie must be uniform in shape and size. No matter the size or shape, they must be uniform.

DIVISION 235

CLASS 1. Bar Cookies 2. Brownies 3. Chocolate Chip Cookies 4. Drop Cookies 5. Oatmeal Cookies 6. Peanut Butter Cookies 7. Rolled Cookies 8. Sugar Cookies 9. Gluten Free 10. Low Sugar 11. Snickerdoodle 12. Decorated Cookies, Fair Theme 13. Other, not listed above (specify) 2

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON: DIVISIONS 238 – 239 PIES & PASTRIES SUGGESTED SIZE: 6 INCH PIES MEN ONLY BAKING

DIVISION 236 DIVISION 238

CLASS CLASS | Please list type of cake, cookie, etc., on entry form. 1. 1. Cakes 2. Berry 2. Cookies 3. Cherry 3. Pies & Pastries 4. Other Fruit Pies 4. Bread 5. Lemon Meringue

6. Chocolate Cream 7. Other Cream Pies GRANDMA’S KITCHEN 8. Crème Puffs Judged on contents and container 9. Éclairs 10. Meat Pies (please specify). Cash Awards Offered per Class 11. Gluten Free 1st 2nd 3rd 12. Low Sugar $5 $3 $ 1 13. Other, not listed above (specify) ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS CONFECTIONS $5 per entry Sept 2 – 3rd

*SWEETS* DIVISION 239 MINIMUM: 1/3 POUND OR 10 PIECES CLASS DIVISION 237 1. Cookie Jar: 5 varieties (2 each, one in a zip lock bag for tasting, one in jar) of cookies in a fair-theme, CLASS decorated, transparent container. 1. Hard Candy 2. Bread Basket: 2 loaves of bread (1 yeast and 1 2. Ribbon Candy quick) and 2 varieties of jam or jelly in fair-theme 3. Petit Fours decorated basket. (Jam or jelly will not be tasted). 4. Fudge Supply in zip lock bags, a sample of breads in basket. 5. Candied Nuts 6. Low Sugar 7. Peanut Brittle 8. Toffee 9. Other, not listed above (specify)

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Cash Awards & BEST OF SHOW RIBBON DECORATED CAKES + A SPECIAL AWARD RULES A one-year subscription to Chili Pepper Magazine A. Decorated cakes of any type, including layer or loaf, that Sponsored by: DOUG NOBLE are suitable for special occasion or season are eligible. And cash prizes Sponsored by: DAVID BECKER B. Decorations must be edible, except for candleholders and figurines. A mix of Styrofoam or cardboard form may be Cash Awards Offered per Class used, provided the shape is one which could reasonably be 1st 2nd 3rd achieved through baking. $ 25 $ 15 $ 10 ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS SCORE CARD Execution of frosting technique 30% $3 per entry Sept 2-3rd Decoration (Exhibitor’s choice of theme) 70%

TOTAL 100% DIVISION 244 – FIERY FARE

CLASS 1. Breads – Minimum 1/3 loaf, and Muffins – ½ dozen 2. Pies – Minimum 6” 3. Cookies – Minimum 6

TEEN & YOUTH BAKING & SWEETS

Judged entries will be displayed in the Home Arts Building during Fair.

Cash Awards Offered per Class Age determined as of opening day of fair. 1st 2nd 3rd $5 $3 $ 1 TEEN entries: American Judging System ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS YOUTH entries: Danish Judging System $3 per entry May 22 – May 29 LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON NO CASH AWARDS - RIBBONS ONLY BEST OF SHOW RIBBON IN EACH DIVISION

DIVISION 240 – DECORATED CAKES FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2 -3rd CLASS 1. Wedding DIVISION 245 – AGES 5 and under 2. Birthday DIVISION 246 – AGES 6 through 10 years 3. Fair Theme DIVISION 247 – AGES 11 through 13 years 4. Other, not listed above (specify) DIVISION 248 – AGES 14 through18 years CLASS 1. Bread, any (½ loaf) UGLIEST DECORATED CAKE 2. Cake (½ cake) RULES 3. Candies (no plates, zip lock bags only) 1. Cakes should be decorated as ugly as can be. 4. Coffee cake 2. No cakes decorated in bad taste or that are not family 5. Cookies (no plates, zip lock bags only) friendly, will be accepted and/or displayed. 6. Decorated Cakes (full cake) 3. Entries will be judged on looks only, however, may be 7. Muffins or Biscuits tasted by judge. 8. Rolls 4. No live animals, such as bugs and worms, may be used. 9. Bar Cookies or Brownies (specify) 10. Pies, non-refrigerated $1 PER ENTRY 11. Pastries/Cream puffs $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd 12. Cup cakes Ribbons Only 13. Other, not listed above (specify) DIVISION 241: Youth DIVISION 242: Teen DIVISION 243: Adult

CLASS 1. Ugliest decorated cake FIERY FARE Baked goods must be made with chili peppers and other hot spices. Fiery Fare in memory of Ned Heaney 4

4-H BAKING & SWEETS

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in each Division

FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3

LIMIT: 2 ENTRIES PER CLASS, 10 ENTRIES FOR DIVISION

DIVISION 249 – BEGINNING (1st& 2nd year) DIVISION 250 – INTERMEDIATE (3rd& 4th year) DIVISION 251 – ADVANCED (5th year & above)

CLASS 1. Muffins and Biscuits 2. Breads (½ loaf) 3. Cakes (½ cake) 4. Cookies (non-bar cookies) 5. Bar Cookies and Brownies 6. Rolls 7. Candy and Sweets 8. Decorated Cakes (whole cake) 9. Favorite Food 10. Cup Cakes 11. Pastries/Crème Puffs 12. Pies 13. Other, not listed above (specify)

Note: Recipes must accompany each food entry for 4H.

FAMILY BAKING & SWEETS American Judging System NO CASH AWARDS - RIBBONS ONLY FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd

Items created by family members or a group of people working together.

DIVISION 252

CLASS 14. Bread, any (½ loaf) 15. Cake (½ cake) 16. Candies (no plates, zip lock bags only) 17. Coffee cake 18. Cookies (no plates, zip lock bags only) 19. Decorated Cakes (full cake) 20. Muffins or Biscuits 21. Rolls 22. Bar Cookies or Brownies (specify) 23. Pies, non-refrigerated 24. Pastries/Cream puffs 25. Cup cakes 26. Other, not listed above (specify)

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CANNING & DRIED FOODS THE EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR EXTENDS ITS APPRECIATION TO THE UC EXTENSION MASTER FOOD PRESERVERS FOR THE SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION OF OUR CANNED FOODS DEPARTMENT.

For Adult, Teen & Youth Canned Food Entries H. Canning Methods: All Low Acid Foods, all vegetables, tomatoes containing vegetables, meat, poultry or fish must Forms Due By: Wed/ Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) be canned Under Pressure. All high acid foods, jams, Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm jellies, soft spreads, fruit, pickles, tomatoes, condiments Home Arts (Marshall) Building and juices must be processed in a boiling water bath Borderline high acid fruit, Judged: Sat. Sept 18 9 am canner or a steam canner. such as figs, tomatoes, tomato products or Asian pears *Open to the Public must be made more acidic by adding lemon juice or citric Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm acid as directed in the USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning. For more information, refer to the National EDC Master Food Preservers may be offering a class at Center for Home Food Preservation website. the Fairgrounds for children in the Summer; NOTE: Open kettle or inversion methods will not be Date and time TBD. Contact the Fair office for dates. allowed to enter. Fair Office (530) 621-5860 I. Dried products must have a minimum of ½ cup in each jar. J. must be bottled in Grolsch-style bottles or LIMITED TO NON-COMMERCIAL ENTRIES ONLY tightly sealed container. Kombucha may not be stored at room temperature more than 14 days. RULES K. American Judging is traditional placing: One first place, A. State and Local Rules and Regulations shall apply. one second and one third places will be awarded. B. Exhibitors must have prepared their own entry since the Danish judging is when exhibits are judged upon their own close of last year’s fair, with the exception of “Family” merit. There may be more than one first place, second entries. These may be created together, as a family place or third place exhibits. project. L. DUE TO FOOD SAFETY ISSUES, WE RESERVE THE C. All products being considered for the cash awards which RIGHT TO REFUSE ACCEPTING PRODUCTS THAT DO have not otherwise been eliminated from consideration will NOT ABIDE BY THE ABOVE RULES be opened. M. TEEN Exhibitors may enter this division if they are at D. Each food entry must consist of two (2) identical least 14 years of age and have not yet had their 19th examples: one to be judged and one for the display birthday before the opening of the fair. TEENS will be exhibit. Vinegars, Cordials, , Honey, and Syrups judged “American” and will receive ribbons, no prize excluded. Please refer to Rule G below. money, with the exception of the Best of Show sponsored E. All jars must be standard clear canning jars with a two (2) by Marshall Grange #451. part lid and ring band closure. No products requiring N. YOUTH exhibitors may enter this division if they have not refrigeration will be accepted. All canning must be in yet had their 14th birthday before opening day of the fair. sealed jars. No paraffin wax. Youth exhibitors will be judged by the “Danish” system and F. Labels must be no larger than 1”x2” or round and may be will receive ribbons, however, no cash prizes with the placed on the side of the jar (exception youth, teen & 4H) exception of the Best of Show sponsored by Frosty Firs or on top of lid. Labels must state name of product, date Christmas Tree Farm of Apple Hill. canned, and method used. (Example: the initials W.B. for O. 4H Exhibitors may enter this division if they are a Water Bath, P.C. for Pressure Canner, S.T. for Steam member of an El Dorado County 4H club and enrolled in Canned). Food Preservation. 4H exhibitors are judged by the THE NAME OF EXHIBITOR MUST NOT BE ON THIS “Danish” system and receive ribbons, however, no cash LABEL. prizes with the exception of the Best of Show award New: TEEN, YOUTH & 4H: Both jars MUST be labeled on sponsored by Umpqua Bank, Pollock Pines. their lids. Fair staff will cover lid with an additional label as P. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. to keep anonymous. Adult entries MAY have labels on lid Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a and will be treated anonymously also. class.

G. Vinegars, Cordials, Liqueurs, Honey, or Syrups only: STATE RULES APPLY Containers must be as follows: One (1) Tamper-Proof, labeled bottle, jar, or other container for the display exhibit and one (1) labeled ½ pint or standard pint canning jar for the judging.

*NEW: High acid foods that require processing time of 45 minutes or less, may be processed in an atmospheric steam canner. The processing time is the same as for a boiling water canner, adjusted as necessary for altitude. For more information, go online to National Center for Home Food Preservation: http://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can_home.html 6

SPECIAL ADULT CATEGORY AWARDS CANNED FOODS SWEEPSTAKES AWARD Includes Divisions 260 through 274 st nd rd NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed; checks 1 2 3 not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair $10 $7 $5 office during regular fair office hours. BEST OF SHOW RIBBON (Division 260 - 271) Cash Awards Offered per Class st nd Paul Pecota Memorial Salsa Award 1 2 $25 Cash Award $ 2 $ 1 Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers

Gloria Herbert Mustard Award ADULT DIVISIONS $25 Cash Award Sponsored By: Master Food Preservers ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS $3 per entry Sept 1-3rd Ginger Brooks Memorial Jam Award LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER EXHIBITOR $25 Cash Award Sponsored By: Master Food Preservers BOTTLED JUICES Apple Hill® Growers Association Award Standard Clear Glass Jar – 1 pint to1 quart $25 Cash Award Sponsored By: Apple Hill® Growers Association DIVISION 260 CLASS Jane Stanley Memorial Dessert Sauce Award 1. or cider (specify)* $25 Cash Award 2. Berry juice Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers 3. Tomato juice 4. Other, not listed above juice (specify) Carol Czyzewski Memorial Pickle Relish Award *No fermented $25 Cash Award Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers BOTTLED KOMBUCHA Bernie & Evelyn Ritscher Pickle Award $25 Cash Award DIVISION 261 Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers CLASS

Pauline Keehn Memorial Pickled Asparagus Award 1. Unflavored $25 Cash Award 2. Flavored Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers a. Fruit and Juices b. Herbs and Spices Jean Hunter Best of Show in Family Canning c. Extracts $25 Cash Award d. Combined (fruit & spice or fruit and extract, etc.) Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers CANNED FRUITS Best BBQ Sauce $25 Cash Award Standard Clear Glass Jar – 1 pint to1 quart Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers DIVISION 262 Best Chili/Hot Sauce CLASS $25 Cash Award 1. Apricots Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers 2. 3. (specify) Best Canned Peaches 4. Cherries (specify) $25 Cash Award 5. Crabapples, spiced Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers 6. Figs, spiced 7. Grapes Best of all Pickled Cucumber 8. Peaches (specify) $25 Cash Award 9. Peaches, spiced Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers 10. Pears (specify) 11. Pears, spiced 12. Plums (specify) 13. Berries (specify) 14. Other Fruits, not listed above 15. Other spiced or flavored 16. Fruits, not listed above (specify)

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CANNED VEGETABLES, JAMS Standard Clear Glass Jar – ¼ pint to 1 pint MEATS, POULTRY & FISH Standard Clear Glass Jar – 1 pint to1 quart DIVISION 266 CLASS DIVISION 263 1. Apricot CLASS 2. Apricot & Pineapple 1. Beans (specify) 3. Blackberry 2. Tomatoes (specify) 4. Boysenberry 3. Fish, Meat, or Poultry (specify) 5. Cherry (specify) 4. Broth, Poultry (specify) 6. Fig 5. Broth, Beef 7. Grape 4. Other, not listed above (specify) 8. Kiwi 9. Nectarine 10. Peach LOW SUGAR 11. Pepper Standard Clear Glass Jar –1 pint to1 quart 12. Plum (specify) 13. Raspberry DIVISION 264 14. Strawberry CLASS 15. Any Fruit Combination 1. Bottled Juice 16. Seedless Berry Jam 2. Canned Fruit 17. Any Jam infused with alcohol (specify) 3. Jam (4 oz. - 1 pint accepted) 18. Other Berry, not listed (specify) 4. Jelly (4 oz. – 1 pint accepted) 19. Other, not listed (specify) 5. Other, not listed above (specify) JELLIES PICKLES Standard Clear Glass Jar – ¼ pint to1 pint Standard Clear Glass Jar –1 pint to 1 quart DIVISION 267 DIVISION 265 CLASS CLASS 1. Apples (specify) 1. Beets 2. Blackberry 2. Beans 3. Boysenberry 3. Asparagus 4. Grape (specify) 4. Bread and butter 5. Lemon 5. Cucumbers, dill, sliced 6. Mint (specify) 6. Cucumbers, dill, whole 7. Mixed flavors (specify 7. Cucumbers, sour 8. Orange 8. Cucumbers, sweet 9. Peppers (specify) 9. Sweet dill 10. Plum 10. Fig 11. Pomegranate 11. Peaches 12. Raspberry 12. Green Tomatoes 13. Strawberry 13. Sweet Jardinière 14. Wine Jelly 14. Peppers (specify) 15. Any Jelly infused with alcohol (specify) 15. Fruit (specify) 15. Other Berry, not listed above (specify) 16.Vegetable (specify) 16. Any other, not listed above (specify) 17.Watermelon 18. Sauerkraut PRESERVES Standard Clear Glass Jar – ¼ pint to 1 pint

DIVISION 268 CLASS 1. Apricot 2. Cherry 3. Fig 4. Fruit Combination 5. Peach 6. Plum 7. Strawberry 8. Tomato (specify) 9. Other, not listed (specify)

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MARMALADES & BUTTERS DRIED FOODS Standard Clear Glass Jar – ¼ pint to 1 pint BEST OF SHOW RIBBON (Division 273 – 276) DIVISION 269 STATE RULES APPLY CLASS 1. Apple butter Cash Awards Offered per Class 2. Butter, Other, not listed above (specify) 1st 2nd 3rd 3. Peach butter $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 4. Pear butter 5. Plum butter ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 6. Carrot marmalade $4 per entry Sept 2-3rd 7. Tomato marmalade LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON 8. Orange marmalade 9. Other, not listed above Citrus marmalade (specify) 10. Other, not listed above Fruit marmalade (specify) DRIED FRUITS ¼ pint, ½ pint, or 1 pint

CONDIMENTS & RELISHES DIVISION 273 Standard Clear Glass Jar – ¼ pint to 1 pint CLASS 1. Apples DIVISION 270 2. Apricots CLASS 3. Figs 1. BBQ sauce 4. Grapes (raisins) (specify) 2. Chili/Hot sauce 5. Nuts, any (specify) 3. Chutney 6. Peaches 4. Cucumber relish (specify) 7. Pears 5. Mustard 8. Other, not listed above (specify) 6. Salsa 7. Tomato Catsup 8. Vegetable relish (specify) DRIED VEGETABLES 9. Tomato Sauce ¼ pint, ½ pint, or 1 pint 10. Other, not listed above sauces (specify) 11. Other, not listed above (specify) DIVISION 274 CLASS 1. Mushrooms GOURMET 2. Peppers (specify) Standard Clear Glass Jar – ¼ pint to1 quart 3. Tomatoes (specify) 4. Onions (specify) DIVISION 271 5. Other, not listed above (specify) CLASS 1. Blackberry Syrup 2. Fruit syrup (specify) DRIED SEASONINGS 3. Drunken Fruit (specify) ¼ pint, ½ pint, or 1 pint 4. Flavored vinegars, herb (specify) 5. Flavored vinegars fruit DIVISION 275 6. Garlic, Horseradish, Shallot CLASS 7. Honey, 1. Parsley 8. Honey-comb 2. Seasoning combinations (specify) 9. Flavored Honey 3. Single Herb (specify) 10. Liqueurs or cordials 4. Flavored Salt (specify) 11. Other not listed above 5. Other, not listed above (specify) 12. Fruit conserves, (Conserves consist of 2 fruits and a nut, coconut or raisins) 13. Dessert Sauce DRIED MEATS & FISH ½ pint, 1 pint, or 1 quart

JODY’S CATCH-ALL DIVISION 276 Standard Clear Glass Jar – ¼ pint to1 pint CLASS 1. Any meat, smoked (specify) DIVISION 272 2. Any meat, dried (specify) CLASS 3. Any fish, smoked (specify) 1. Basket/Pail of CANNED foods – FAIR THEME or 4. Other, not listed above (specify) DISPLAYED WITH FAIR THEME. Include 3 – 5 items that will be judged on appearance only.

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TEEN DIVISIONS FAMILY AGES 14-18 Jean Hunter Best of Show, Family Canning Category $25 Cash Award American System of Judging Sponsored by: Master Food Preservers FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd STATE RULES APPLY American System of Judging LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 DIVISION 277 $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd CLASS LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON 1. Any Berry Jam Family Members or teams of Mentor and children may 2. Any Other Jam enter these classes. 3. Grape Jelly 4. Apple Jelly DIVISION 281 5. Any Other Jelly CLASS 6. Preserves, Conserves & Butter 1. Jam & Jellies 7. Pickles, Relishes 2. Preserves, Conserves & Butter 8. Canned Vegetables 3. Pickles, Relishes 9. Canned Fruit 4. Canned Vegetables 10. Dried Foods 5. Canned Fruit 11. Vinegars 6. Dried Foods 12. Flavored Salts 7. Vinegars 13. Other, not listed above (specify) 8. Flavored Salts 9. Other, not listed above (specify)

YOUTH AGES 5-13 4-H CANNED FOODS

FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 STATE RULES APPLY $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd Danish System of Judging

FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 Danish System of Judging $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – DIVISIONS 278 - 280 Winner will receive a $25 cash award BEST OF SHOW RIBBON Sponsored By: Frosty Firs Christmas tree Farm of LIMIT: 2 ENTRIES PER CLASS Apple Hill DIVISION 282 LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON CLASS 1. Any Berry Jam DIVISION 278 | 5 YEARS & UNDER 2. Any Other Jam DIVISION 279 | 6 – 10 YEARS OLD 3. Grape Jelly DIVISION 280 | 11 – 13 YEARS OLD 4. Apple Jelly 5. Any Other Jelly CLASS – FOR DIVISIONS 277 – 279 6. Preserves, Conserves & Butter 1. Any Berry Jam 7. Pickles, Relishes 2. Any Other Jam 8. Canned Vegetables 3. Grape Jelly 9. Canned Fruit 4. Apple Jelly 10. Dried Foods 5. Any Other Jelly 11. Vinegars 6. Preserves, Conserves & Butter 12. Flavored Salts 7. Pickles, Relishes 13. Other, not listed above (specify) 8. Canned Vegetables 9. Canned Fruit 10. Dried Foods 11. Vinegars 12. Flavored Salts 13. Other, not listed above (specify)

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CHEESE PRODUCTS Chairperson: Kelsey Walkover

For Adult, Teen & Youth Entries Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online)

Entries Received: Mon. Sept 20 2 pm to 6 pm *Home Arts (Marshall) Building

Judged Tues Sept 21 6pm Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm

RULES A. All entries must be made from pasteurized goat or cow milk. B. All entries must have been made by the entrant C. All entries must be placed in common zip-lock bags. D. A submission of four -one cubic inch samples sufficient for judging. E. Cheese must be in a 6 inch approximate square piece. F. Entries become the property of the El Dorado County Fair. G. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a class.

NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed; checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair office during regular fair office hours.

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in ADULT DAIRY CHEESES Rosette: Outstanding Cheese Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd 3rd $5 $3 $ 1 ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS $4 per entry Sept 2-3rd LIMIT: FOUR ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON

ADULT DAIRY CHEESES DIVISION 283 CLASS

1. Cottage Cheese 2. Cultured cheese (i.e. , Mascarpone) 3. Soft cheese (i.e. feta, ricotta, cream cheese) 4. Semisoft cheese (i.e. blue, brie, mozzarella) 5. Semi hard cheese (i.e. Monterey jack, cheddar, Swiss) 6. Hard cheese (i.e. aged jack, manchego, parmesan)

TEEN & YOUTH DAIRY CHEESE Teens are judged American Style Youth is judged: Danish Style

NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd DIVISION 284 | 5 YEARS & UNDER DIVISION 285 | 6 – 10 YEARS OLD DIVISION 286 | 11 – 13 YEARS OLD DIVISION 287 | 14 – 18 YEARS OLD CLASS – FOR DIVISIONS 283 – 286 1. Cheese

EGGS

For Eggs ONLY DURING TRADITIONAL FAIR

Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online)

Received: Mon. Sept 20 2 to 6 pm *Home Arts (Marshall) Building

Judged: Tues. Sept 21 9:30 am

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm

ALL EGG ENTRIES SHALL BE DELIVERED TO THE HOME ARTS BUILDING A. Entry shall consist of six (6) chicken eggs in carton. B. Eggs shall be judged on interior and exterior qualities and the judge reserves the right to break eggs if he deems it advisable in order to properly judge the exhibit. C. American System of Judging will be used. D. Classes may be combined to ensure 3 to a class. Premiums will only be paid if there are at least three in a class.

Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd $2 $1

ENTRY FEE: $1.00 PER ENTRY PER CLASS $2 per entry Sept 2-3rd

DIVISION 288 – EGGS – WHITE DIVISION 289 – EGGS – BROWN OR TINTS CLASS 1. Small (18 – 20.99 ounces per dozen) 2. Medium (21-23.99 ounces per dozen) 3. Large (24-26.99 ounces per dozen) 4. Extra Large (27 – 29.99 ounces per dozen) 5. Jumbo (30 and over ounces per dozen *** Weight is per dozen. 6 eggs equal to ½ that weight ***

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FRUITS & VEGGIES FRUITS | VEGETABLES | HERBS | GARDENING | DISPLAYS

THE EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR EXTENDS ITS APPRECIATION TO THE UC EXTENSION MASTER GARDENERS FOR THE SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION OF OUR AGRICULTURE/HORTICULTURE DEPARTMENT.

For Adult, Teen & Youth Fruits & Veggies Entries

Forms Due By: Tues. Sept 21 4 pm HOME GARDENER

Entries Received: Wed. Sept 22 2 pm to 6 pm Judge’s Choice Award (Divisions 300 – 311) *Farm Building

Judged: Thurs. Sept 23 10:30 am

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm VEGETABLES

ADULT NOTE: Unless otherwise stated, the type of vegetable desired The quality desired in Fruits & Veggies (agriculture and for exhibit will be the uniform commercial grade rather than horticultural) products exhibits is the quality that brings the best overgrown. Monstrosities will not be considered for Cash financial return in the commercial market, and such exhibits Awards. must be at least equal in maturity as that stage of ripeness required by Section 42513 of the Food and Agriculture Code in Sweepstakes Award – Divisions 300 – 303 order to be considered for Cash Awards. (Exception, non-ripe 1st 2nd 3rd classes) $15 $10 $ 5

Section 42513: “Mature” means having reached that stage of Cash Awards Offered per Class ripeness which will insure the completion of the ripening 1st 2nd 3rd process to a degree which will insure palatability, after the $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 removal of the product from the tree, plant, or vine. Section ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 42515: “Overripe” means having an advanced stage of maturity which causes the product to be undesirable for human consumption in a fresh state. VARIETY OF PRODUCT MUST BE ADEQUATELY AND CORRECTLY LABELED IN FRUITS AND BUSH VEGETABLES ACCORDANCE WITH DIVISION AND CLASS AS APPEARS PLATE DISPLAY IN THIS ENTRY GUIDE. IF THIS IS NOT DONE, ENTRY DIVISION 300 WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. CLASS 1. Beans, Snap, Green – 12 RULES 2. Beans, Snap, Wax – 12 STATE RULES APPLY 3. Peas, Snap – 12 A. Entry must include the exact number of fruit, vegetables, 4. Peas, Snow – 12 etc., as specified in the class description. 5. Peas, English – 12 B. El Dorado County Fair will furnish uniform containers for 6. Peppers, Bell – 4 plate displays. 7. Peppers, Other (specify) – 4 C. Leafy vegetables and herbs may be received in an 8. Tomato, Early Market – 5 enclosable plastic bag for freshness. 9. Tomato, Other (specify)– 5 D. BUNCHES MUST BE TIED. 10. Eggplant – 2 E. Fruits and vegetables may be entered in a “non-ripened” 11. Artichoke – 3 class and also may be from cold storage from previous 12. Asparagus – 1 bunch year’s crop. 13. Other (specify) - 5 NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair LEAF AND STEM VEGETABLES office during regular fair office hours. PLATE DISPLAY DIVISION 301 CLASS DEFINITIONS 1. Cabbage, Green – 1 head HOME GARDENER: A grower who raises produce for use by 2. Cabbage, Red – 1 head friends and family only. THE GROWER DOES NOT SELL 3. Chard, Swiss – 1 bunch THEIR PRODUCE. 4. Spinach – 1 bunch COMMERCIAL PRODUCER: A grower who sells this produce. 5. Lettuce, Leaf – 2 plants 6. Other, not listed above (specify) – 5 samples

ROOT, BULB, TUBER VEGETABLES 1 PLATE DISPLAY DIVISION 302 HERBS CLASS Cash Awards Offered per Class 1. Beets, Garden – 1 bunch of four, tied st nd rd 2. Carrots, any type (name) – 1 bunch of six, tied 1 2 3 3. Garlic – 6 $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 4. Garlic, elephant – 4 ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 5. Onions, flat – 5 JUDGES CHOICE AWARD, Sponsored by Gold Country Herb 6. Onions, globe – 5 Society $10 for each Division 304, 305, 306. 7. Onions, torpedo – 5 8. Onions, green – 1 bunch DRIED HERBS 9. Potatoes, white – 5 Whole Dried Leaves, in ½ pint jar with lid 10. Potatoes, red – 5 Limit, 2 entries per class per exhibitor 11. Turnips – 1 bunch DIVISION 304 12. Radishes – 1 bunch CLASS 13. Shallots – 5 1. Basil 14. Other, not listed above (specify) – 5 or 1 bunch, tied 2. Bay 3. Cilantro 4. Dill 5. Lavender 6. Marjoram 7. Rosemary 8. Oregano 9. Sage 10. Tarragon 11. Thyme 12. Any Other, not listed above cooking herb (specify)

FRESH HERBS 3 – 5 STEMS I pint jar with no lid Limit, 2 entries per class per exhibitor DIVISION 305 VINE CROPS CLASS PLATE DISPLAY 1. Basil DIVISION 303 2. Bay CLASS 3. Chives 1. Cucumbers, slicing green – 3 4. Cilantro 2. Cucumbers, pickling, dill size – 3 5. Lavender 3. Cucumbers, pickling, small size – 6 6. Oregano 4. Squash, table size green striped – 5 7. Rosemary 5. Squash, table size yellow – 5 8. Sage 6. Squash, table size, scalloped – 5 9. Scented Geraniums 7. Squash, mature fruits – 1 10. Tarragon 8. Miscellaneous edible vine crops – 3 11. Thyme 9. Other (specify) 12. Any Other, not listed above cooking herb (specify)

FRESH POTTED HERBS Planted in a container of your choice Limit, 2 entries per class per exhibitor DIVISION 306 CLASS 1. Basil 2. Lavender 3. Oregano 4. Sage 5. Scented Geranium 6. Rosemary 7. Tarragon 8. any Other, not listed above cooking herb (specify) 9. Fresh potted garden, minimum 3 varieties, same

species (specify) 10. Fresh herb garden, minimum 3 varieties, each of a different species (specify) 11. Fresh potted herb garden “FAIR THEME.”

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DECIDUOUS FRUITS FAMILY FARM DISPLAY

Sweepstakes Award – Divisions 307 – 311 4’x4’ areas in which families that produce agricultural products 1st 2nd 3rd for themselves and friends (not for sale) may enter a display to $15 $10 $ 5 educate the public about their farm and farming activities. Cash Awards Offered per Class Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd 3rd Sponsored by Fausel Ranch $15 $10 $5 1st 2nd 3rd ENTRY FEE: $10 PER ENTRY PER CLASS $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER FAMILY ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS FAMILY FARM DISPLAY NECTARINES DIVISION 312 PLATE DISPLAY (5 Specimens) CLASS DIVISION 307 1. Family Farm Display CLASS 2. Wheelbarrow garden 1. Any variety (specify)

PEACHES COMMUNITY & PLATE DISPLAY (5 Specimens) DIVISION 308 COMMERCIAL CLASS 1. Any variety (specify) FEATURE BOOTHS

Non-Manned - Display only Booths CHERRIES 8 x 8 space in Agriculture Building PLATE DISPLAY (5 Specimens) RULES: DIVISION 309 1. Must be Agriculture related. CLASS 2. Must be an El Dorado County Business or group/club. 1. Bing 3. Examples of Community displays: 4H groups, FFA 2. Royal Ann Chapters, Grange, Cattlewomen’s Association. 3. Rainier 4. Examples of Commercial Displays: Nurseries, 4. Other, not listed above (specify) landscaping, Apple Hill Farms, Ranches, Feed Stores, etc.

Cash Awards Offered per Class PLUMS st nd rd PLATE DISPLAY (5 Specimens) 1 2 3 DIVISION 310 $35 $30 $20 CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 1. President 2. Santa Rosa DIVISION 313 – FEATURE BOOTHS 3. Other, not listed above (specify) CLASS 1. Community Feature Booth 2. Commercial Feature Booth OTHER FRUITS PLATE DISPLAY (5 Specimens) DIVISION 311 CLASS 1. Citrus 2. Pomes 3. Any other, not listed above fruit (specify) 4. Non-Ripened Fruits (specify)

El Dorado County Fair Christmas Tree Growers Association & Event Center Feature Booth, 2018 Feature Booth 3

COMMERCIAL & HOME NUTS Commercial grade. Not less than one pound. GARDENERS Cash Awards Offered per Class st nd rd Judge’s Choice Award 1 2 3 (Divisions 314-318) $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS

DECIDUOUS FRUITS ALMONDS DIVISION 317 Sweepstakes Award – Divisions 314-316 CLASS Ribbons Only 1. Almonds, any variety (specify)

STANDARD PACKAGES WALNUTS Accepted commercial standard display container. (False DIVISION 318 bottom permitted.) To contain one full layer of packed fruit. CLASS Containers must be furnished by exhibitor. 1. Walnuts, Franquette 2. Walnuts, Hartley Cash Awards Offered per Class 3. Walnuts, Other, not listed above (specify) 1st 2nd 3rd $15 $10 $5 ENTRY FEE: $10 PER ENTRY PER CLASS MONSTROSITIES Judge’s Choice Award (Divisions 320 – 321) DIVISION 314 CLASS Cash Awards Offered per Class 1. Cherries 1st 2nd 3rd 2. Berries $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 3. Other, not listed above (specify) ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS

PROCESSED JUICES DIVISION 319 One-half Gallon Container CLASS 1. Banana Squash – 1 5. Onions, any kind - 1 Cash Awards Offered per Class 2. Squash, all others – 1 6. Peaches, any kind - 1 1st 2nd 3rd 3. Pumpkins, all kinds – 1 7. Walnuts, any kind - 1 $3 $2 $1 4. Tomatoes, any kind – 1 8. Others, not listed ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS above (specify) -1

DIVISION 315 CLASS ORGANIC PRODUCER 1. Processed Juice (Specify) Entries must be “Organically grown in accordance with the California Organic Foods Act of 1990” Cash Awards Offered per Class SMALL FRUITS & BERRY BASKETS 1st 2nd 3rd Standard berry basket for berries. $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 Standard Commercial basket for small fruits other than berries. ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd 3rd DIVISION 320 $3 $2 $1 CLASS ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 1. Tomatoes – 5 11. Peppers – 3 2. Lettuce – 3 12. Other Bush Veg. DIVISION 316 3. Other Leaf & Stem Veg. not listed above (specify) – 3 CLASS not listed above (specify) – 3 13. Cucumbers – 3 1. Blackberries 5. Berries, Other 4. Herbs – 1 bunch 14. Squash – 5 2. Strawberries 6. Small Fruit, Other 5. Carrots – 1 bunch 15. Other Vine Crops 3. Raspberries 7. Non-Ripened 6. Garlic – 5 not listed above (specify) – 3 4. Boysenberries 7. Onions – 5 16. Cherries – 5 8. Potatoes – 5 17. Nectarines – 5 9. Other Root, Bulb, 18. Other Fruit, not listed Tuber Veg., not listed above above (specify) - 5 (specify) – 5 19. Nuts – 1 pound 10. Beans – 12 20. Horseradish GIFT PACKS Open to Commercial Producers Only 4

Cash Awards Offered per Class 1st 2nd 3rd COMMERCIAL $10 $5 $2 ENTRY FEE: $5 PER ENTRY PER CLASS PRODUCERS

DIVISION 321 CLASS COMMERCIAL PLATE 1. Fresh Produce 2. Non-perishable or Processed agricultural products from DISPLAY El Dorado County Commercial Plate Display – Minimum of 2 varieties or 3. Mixed, Fresh and Processed items species represented; a minimum of 3 examples of each variety 4. Baked Goods or species. Cash Awards Offered per Class st nd rd 1 2 3 $5 $3 $ 1 GARDEN STAKES & ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS

DIVISION 325 YARD ART CLASS (Also listed in Fruits & Veggie section) 1. Tomatoes Create a garden stake using any materials. Garden stake 2. Bush Vegetables cannot be taller than 36” or wider than 12”. 3. Leaf & Stem Vegetables

Cash Awards Offered per Class 4. Root, Bulb & Tuber Vegetables 1st 2nd 3rd 5. Vine Crops $ 3 $ 2 $ 1 6. Cherries ENTRY FEE: $2 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 7. Apricots 8. Non-Ripened, specify DIVISION 23 9. Other, not listed above Fruit, specify CLASS 1. Garden stakes 2. Yard Art, specify TEEN & YOUTH FRUITS & VEGGIES For Adult, Teen & Youth Fruits & Veggies Entries

Forms Due By: Tues. Sept 21 4 pm

Entries Received: Wed. Sept 22 2 pm to 6 pm *Farm Building

Judged: Thurs. Sept 23 10:30 am

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm

RULES STATE RULES APPLY

Each entry in these divisions shall have been made or produced by the exhibitor. Entries shall be made on Junior Department entry forms provided by the fair. THE SIGNATURE OF A PARENT OR GUARDIAN IS REQUIRED. State and local rules apply to all entries and scorecards in corresponding Adult and Junior Department classes shall be used unless otherwise provided in these divisions. Exhibitors who are enrolled in any junior organizations for which classes are offered elsewhere are not eligible to enter these divisions.

A. Entries must use the Division Number appropriate to age of exhibitor. The age of exhibitor is determined as of first day of fair. B. CHILDREN SHALL RECEIVE ABSOLUTELY NO HELP FROM ADULTS, VIOLATION OF THIS RULE WILL BE CAUSE FOR DISQUALIFICATION.

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C. The American system of judging will be used for Teens, DIVISION 326 | 5 YEARS & UNDER the Danish system for youth. The Danish System of DIVISION 327 | 6 – 10 YEARS OLD Judging is based upon established standards of quality for DIVISION 328 | 11 – 13 YEARS OLD each type of product. In all Junior Departments, using the DIVISION 329 | 14 – 18 YEARS OLD Danish System of Judging, THE FOLLOWING

GUIDELINES SHALL BE USED BY THE JUDGES. Class Numbers are the same for all age groups.

FREE TO ENTER UNTIL MAY 23 CLASS – Plate Display BEST OF SHOW RIBBON – Division 326 – 329 1. Beets – 1 bunch of four, tied 2. Carrots – 1 bunch of six tied Judge’s Choice Award (Divisions 326 – 329) 3. Other Root, Bulb, Tuber Veggies not listed above (specify) – 5 or 1 bunch, tied JUDGING SCALE – DANISH SYSTEM 4. Lettuce – 1 bunch First Group Blue Superior: 92-100% 5. Cabbage, Spinach or Chard (please specify) – 1 bunch. Second Group Red Good: 84-91% 6. Peas (specify) – 9 Third Group White Average, acceptable: 70-83% 7. Beans (specify) – 12 Fourth Group No Ribbon: Poor, undesirable: 69% or less 8. Peppers (specify) – 4

9. Tomato Early Variety (specify) – 2 10. Asparagus – 1 bunch 11. Other Bush Vegetables not listed above-3 (specify) 12. Cucumbers (specify) – 3 13. Squash (specify) – 3 14. Other edible vine vegetables (specify) – 3

CLASS – HERBS 15. Dried: Whole Dried leaves in ½ pint jar with lid. (specify) 16. Fresh: 3-5 stems 1 pint jar with no lid. (Specify) 17. Fresh Potted: Planted in container of choice. (Specify)

CLASS – FRUIT – Plate Display (3 specimen’s) 18. Nectarines 19. Peaches 20. Cherries 21. Plums 22. Strawberries 23. Other (Specify)

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LITERARY ARTS POETRY | SHORT STORIES | POSTERS DEPARTMENT CHAIR: JODY GRAY & CAROLINE MUELLER (building displays)

Important Dates For Entries

Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online)

Entries Received: Mon. Sept 13 10 am - 4pm YOUTH *Youth Art Building Grades K-8 Judged: Wed. Sept 22 BEST OF SHOW RIBBON DIVISION 352 plus $10 Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm Best of Class $10 Cash Prizes sponsored by The Bookery

RULES - Division 352 – CREATIVE WRITING A. Stories must be written by one student, no group entries TEEN B. Stories must not be more than 750 words C. Stories must be Titled and original Grades 9-12 D. Fact or Fiction

E. Grammatically correct RULES - for Divisions 350 & 351 F. Danish Judging A. All entries must be original work, written in English, and G. Typed, preferably, or neatly handwritten unpublished. H. Written without reference to registered trademarks B. For judging purposes, the author’s name shall NOT I. Entry must be received on 8 ½ x 11 copy paper, which can appear on entries. be scanned in to a computer to be electronically C. Author should keep a copy of their work. transmitted. D. Entries may not be submitted to an editor or another contest during the period of this competition. CLASS E. For each entry, include a 3” x 5” card with author’s name, 1. K - 2nd Grades address, phone number, title of work, first sentence, 2. 3rd& 4th Grades division and class numbers. 3. 5th& 6th Grades F. Author retains all rights; however, the author must agree 4. 7th& 8th Grades that entries may be displayed and used for publicity

purposes at the discretion of the fair management. G. American Judging. H. Entry must be received on 8 ½ x 11 copy paper, which can be scanned in to a computer to be electronically transmitted.

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON DIVISIONS 350 – 351 plus $10 Cash Prizes sponsored by The Bookery 1st 2nd 3rd $5 $3 $2 LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON

FREE TO ENTER

DIVISION 350 – TEEN SHORT STORY CLASS 1. Short Story FORMAT: One copy of a short story on 8½” x 11” white paper with each page numbered, titled, TYPED, single-spaced. The story should be between 1000 and 3000 words. The story should be titled.

DIVISION 351 – TEEN POETRY CLASS 1. Poetry 2. Fair Theme FORMAT: One copy of each poem on an 8½” x 11” paper, TYPED, double-spaced. Maximum length: 24 lines. Any style, form or subject accepted. Booklets are okay. Titled.

POETRY & POSTERS

BEST OF SHOW RIBBON DIVISIONS 354 & 355 RIBBONS ONLY – NO CASH AWARDS

FREE TO ENTER UNTIL SEPT 1 $2 PER ENTRY Sept 2-3rd

LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON

RULES for Division 354 & 355 A. Create a poem and/or poster expressing your feelings and thoughts. Your poem may be a Haiku, Acrostic, Alliteration, or any other poetic format you choose. B. POEM RULES: The poem must be neatly written or typed using black ink on lined or unlined paper, 8 ½” x 11” white paper. You may create a border to frame your poem, no other illustrations should be added. On the back of the paper, please list your name, grade, school and teacher, if home schooled, please list “home schooled.” C. POSTER RULES: Posters must have a slogan or a title that matches the theme of the poster. On the back of the poster, please write, name, school and teacher, if home schooled, print “home schooled.” D. Danish Judging.

DIVISION 354 – POEMS Grades K-8th CLASS 1 Kindergarten Poetry 2. 1st& 2nd Grades Poetry 3. 3rd& 4th Grades Poetry 4. 5th& 6th Grades Poetry 5. 7th& 8th Grades Poetry

DIVISION 355 CLASS | BOOKLETS 1. Kindergarten Poetry Booklets 2. 1st& 2nd Grades Poetry Booklets 3. 3rd& 4th Grades Poetry Booklets 4. 5th& 6th Grades Poetry Booklets 5. 7th& 8th Grades Poetry Booklets CLASS | POSTERS 6. Kindergarten Posters 7. 1st& 2nd Grades Posters 8. 3rd& 4th Grades Posters 9. 5th& 6th Grades Posters 10. 7th& 8th Grades Posters MINERALS AND MINING

THE EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR EXTENDS ITS APPRECIATION TO THE EL DORADO COUNTY MINERAL & GEM SOCIETY Department Chairs: Bobbie Housand & Gene Davis FOR THE SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION OF THE MINERALS & MINING DEPARTMENT

For Adult, Teen & Youth Entries case(s). The maximum exterior dimensions of a case shall not exceed 48” wide x 24” deep x 24” high. Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) N. Exhibitors are not limited as to the numbers of entries;

Entries Received: Wed. Sept 22 10 am to 6 pm however, they can only receive one cash award per *Organ Room person per class or two cash awards per family per class. O. The judging criteria for each entry shall be available in the Judged: Thurs. Sept 23 8 am Fair Office upon request. Released: Mon. Sept 27 8 am to 6 pm P. The judge shall not award a premium or ribbon where there is insufficient merit. RULES Q. Judging shall be according to American Federation of A. The purpose of the exhibit is to create interest in gems Mineralogical Society (AFMS) Uniform Rules as and minerals for collecting and identification lapidary arts appropriate. These rules are available on the AFMS and earth sciences. website (www.amfed.org) or from the El Dorado County B. Any individual or organization may enter displays. There is Mineral and Gem Society. To the extent AFMS rules do no age limit. not apply, scoring shall be in accordance with El Dorado C. In the Mineral Specimens Division, specimens entered County Mineral and Gem Society procedures. Decision of may be from any source, but the judge shall show the judge in all matters is final. preference for California minerals. In all Divisions, the

judge shall show preference for displays that are most NOTE effectively educational, as shown by the information : Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, checks provided by the Exhibitor and the method of presentation. not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair The attractiveness of the display and the variety of office during regular fair office hours. material shall also be considered.

D. Each exhibitor is to include a Theme Label in the display giving a description of the Class. Examples: Variety of Worldwide Minerals, Self-Collected Minerals, Mounted Gemstones, Lapidary Arts – Slabs (work done by exhibitor), etc. If there is only one specimen the theme label may be incorporated into the descriptive label. E. In the Lapidary Arts Division, preference shall be given to work that has been done by Exhibitor. Required labeling is to indicate whether or not work was done by Exhibitor

F. Exhibitor is to correctly and adequately label specimens: G. Mineral specimens must be labeled as to identification of Name and Variety, and Location in which they were found. H. Fossil specimens must be labeled as to identification of Common Name, Phylum, Class or Subclass, Time Period, and Location in which they were found. I. Petrified wood, wood casting and plant life specimens must be labeled as to identification of Species, Time Period, and Location in which they were found. J. All previous first place competitive entries must have at least 20% new material. However, past first place winners may enter same exhibit in a non-competitive class. K. Cases: Fairgrounds shall provide cases including lights. Exhibitor shall provide case liners and risers. (Liners and risers are recommended to enhance the exhibit). Each entry is limited to one case or one-half case, depending upon material. Display supervisor may assign smaller displays (such as single-specimen mineral, jewelry, lapidary) a portion of a case. Exhibitor shall be contacted regarding case usage. L. Interior dimensions of display cases supplied by Fairgrounds are: 45” wide x 22” deep x 22” high. Interior dimensions of a half case are: 22 ½ wide x 22” deep x 22” high. M. Exhibitor may provide his or her own case(s). This should be noted on application along with exterior dimension of

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6. Lapidary Arts – Slabs or wedges with polished flat surfaces (5 to 15 specimens) ADULT 7. Transparencies – Thinly sliced and polished flat (over 18 years old) translucent or transparent lapidary material. May be lighted from the rear by mirrors or lights if need to display COMPETITIVE material to its best effect (5 to 15 specimens) 8. Display of Faceted Gemstones. (5 specimens)

DIVISIONS DIVISION 373 – NOVICE: LAPIDARY ARTS & GEMSTONES DIVISIONS 370 – 375 FOR BEGINNERS ONLY; Refer to Entry Rules C, and D CLASS BEST OF SHOW RIBBON 1. Belt buckle. Work on gemstone to have been done by PARTICIPATION RIBBON Exhibitor. (1 piece) JUDGE’S CHOICE RIBBON 2. Bola, pendant, ring, pin, earring, etc. Work on gemstone to have been done by Exhibitor. (1 piece/set) ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY Cash Awards Offered per Class DIVISION 374 – EDUCATIONAL st nd rd 1 2 3 Refer to Entry Rules C, D, Fb, and Fc $5 $ 3 $ 1 CLASS 1. Educational display relating to mineralogy, geology, DIVISION 370 – MINERAL SPECIMENS mining history, lapidary arts, or other earth science Refer to Rules C, D, and Fa. subject. All display work to have been done by exhibitor. CLASS 2. Any variety of worldwide fossil specimens. (3 to 10 1. Variety of worldwide minerals (10 to 25 specimens) specimens) 2. Single variety minerals (such as all quartz, all calcite) (5 to 3. Any variety of worldwide petrified wood, wood casting and 25 specimens) plant life specimens. (3 to 10 specimens). 3. Single fluorescent minerals (Labeled with florescent response/color) (1 specimen for competitive purposes). DIVISION 375 – JEWELRY, PROFESSIONAL: Exhibitor A Shared fluorescent case will be supplied. teaches or sells 4. Self-collected minerals (5 to 25 specimens) (Refer to Entry Rules C and D.) 5. One worldwide mineral (1 specimen) CLASS 6. Variety of California minerals (10 to 25 specimens 1. Handmade jewelry – metal work (no mounted stones). All work to have been done by exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) DIVISION 371 – JEWELRY (also see Division 375) 2. Mounted gemstones – faceting or cabochon work. All work Refer to Entry Rules C and D including metal work/settings to have been done by CLASS Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) 1. Handmade Jewelry--metalwork (no mounted stones). All 3. Mounted gemstones – faceting or cabochon work to have work to have been done by Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) been done by exhibitor. Commercial settings to be used. (3 2. Mounted gemstones--faceting or cabochon work. All work to 7 pieces) including metal work/settings to have been done by 4. Specialty techniques – wire wrap, filigree, channel work, Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) casting, enameling. All work to have been done by 3. Mounted gemstones -- faceting or cabochon work to have exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) been done by Exhibitor. Commercial settings to be used. (3 to 7 pieces) 4. Specialty Techniques – wire wrap, filigree, channel work, casting, enameling. All work to have been done by NON-COMPETITIVE Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces).

DIVISION 372 – LAPIDARY ARTS AND GEMSTONES DIVISION Refer to Entry Rules C, D, and E CLASS NO CASH AWARDS 1. Rough & finished examples from a variety of materials, (5 PARTICIPATION RIBBONS ONLY to 10 specimens, each specimen rough & finished). ENTRY FEE: $1 PER ENTRY 2. Cabochon style natural gemstones (not synthetic); (5 to 10 specimens). Cut from the same variety of materials (all DIVISION 376 – DISPLAY jade, all agate, etc.), unmounted. CLASS 3. Cabochon Style Natural Gemstones (not synthetic); must 1. Any Mineral, Jewelry, or Lapidary Display. consist of (5 to 10 specimens) cut from a variety of 2. Sea shells materials, mounted or unmounted. 3. Commercial mining and mineralogy 4. Specialty--This class includes all lapidary workmanship NOTE: Non-competitive exhibits can be anonymously not specifically included elsewhere; for example: ashtrays, displayed upon request. cubes, lamps, clocks, bookends, spheres. (Limit: 2 pair or 4 pieces) 5. Lapidary Arts. Nodules and/or geode halves (pairs or singles) with polished surface. (10 to 20 specimens)

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DIVISION 380 – NOVICE: LAPIDARY ARTS & GEMSTONES TEEN FOR BEGINNERS ONLY; Refer to Entry Rules C, and D (ages 14 through 18) CLASS DIVISIONS 377 – 379 1. Belt buckle. Work on gemstone to have been done by BEST OF SHOW RIBBON Exhibitor. (1 piece) 2. Bola, pendant, ring, pin, earring, etc. Work on gemstone to PARTICIPATION RIBBON have been done by Exhibitor. (1 piece/set) JUDGE’S CHOICE RIBBON DIVISION 381 – EDUCATIONAL NO ENTRY FEE Refer to Entry Rules C, D, Fb, and Fc NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY CLASS 4. Educational display relating to mineralogy, geology, DIVISION 377 – MINERAL SPECIMENS mining history, lapidary arts, or other earth science Refer to Rules C, D, and Fa. subject. All display work to have been done by exhibitor. CLASS 5. Any variety of worldwide fossil specimens. (3 to 10 1. Variety of worldwide minerals (10 to 25 specimens) specimens) 2. Single variety minerals (such as all quartz, all calcite) (5 to 6. Any variety of worldwide petrified wood, wood casting and 25 specimens) plant life specimens. (3 to 10 specimens). 3. Single fluorescent minerals (Labeled with florescent response/color) (1 specimen for competitive purposes). DIVISION 382 – JEWELRY, PROFESSIONAL: Exhibitor A Shared fluorescent case will be supplied. teaches or sells 4. Self-collected minerals (5 to 25 specimens) (Refer to Entry Rules C and D.) 5. One worldwide mineral (1 specimen) CLASS 6. Variety of California minerals (10 to 25 specimens 5. Handmade jewelry – metal work (no mounted stones). All work to have been done by exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) DIVISION 378 – JEWELRY (also see Division 381) 6. Mounted gemstones – faceting or cabochon work. All work Refer to Entry Rules C and D including metal work/settings to have been done by CLASS Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) 1. Handmade Jewelry--metalwork (no mounted stones). All 7. Mounted gemstones – faceting or cabochon work to have work to have been done by Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) been done by exhibitor. Commercial settings to be used. (3 2. Mounted gemstones--faceting or cabochon work. All work to 7 pieces) including metal work/settings to have been done by 8. Specialty techniques – wire wrap, filigree, channel work, Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) casting, enameling. All work to have been done by 3. Mounted gemstones -- faceting or cabochon work to have exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces) been done by Exhibitor. Commercial settings to be used. (3 to 7 pieces) 4. Specialty Techniques – wire wrap, filigree, channel work, casting, enameling. All work to have been done by Exhibitor. (3 to 7 pieces).

DIVISION 379 – LAPIDARY ARTS AND GEMSTONES Refer to Entry Rules C, D, and E CLASS 1. Rough & finished examples from a variety of materials, (5 to 10 specimens, each specimen rough & finished). 2. Cabochon style natural gemstones (not synthetic); (5 to 10 specimens). Cut from the same variety of materials (all jade, all agate, etc.), unmounted. 3. Cabochon Style Natural Gemstones (not synthetic); must consist of (5 to 10 specimens) cut from a variety of materials, mounted or unmounted. 4. Specialty--This class includes all lapidary workmanship not specifically included elsewhere; for example: ashtrays, cubes, lamps, clocks, bookends, spheres. (Limit: 2 pair or 4 pieces) 5. Lapidary Arts. Nodules and/or geode halves (pairs or singles) with polished surface. (10 to 20 specimens) 6. Lapidary Arts – Slabs or wedges with polished flat surfaces (5 to 15 specimens) 7. Transparencies – Thinly sliced and polished flat translucent or transparent lapidary material. May be lighted from the rear by mirrors or lights if need to display material to its best effect (5 to 15 specimens) 8. Display of Faceted Gemstones. (5 specimens) COMPETITIVE DIVISIONS 3

YOUTH NON-COMPETITIVE (ages 13 and under) DIVISION NO ENTRY FEE DIVISIONS 383 – 384 NO CASH AWARDS PARTICIPATION RIBBONS ONLY . NO ENTRY FEE

NO CASH AWARDS – RIBBONS ONLY DIVISION 385 – DISPLAY CLASS DIVISION 383 – MINERAL SPECIMENS 1. Teen: Any Mineral, Jewelry, or Lapidary Display. Refer to Rules C, D and Fa 2. Teen: Sea shells CLASS 3. Teen: Commercial mining and mineralogy 1. Variety of worldwide minerals (10 to 25 specimens) 4. Youth: Any Mineral, Jewelry, or Lapidary Display. 2. Single variety minerals, such as quartz, all calcite (5 to 25 5. Youth: Sea Shells specimens) 6. Youth: Commercial Mining and mineralogy 3. Single fluorescent mineral labeled with fluorescent response/color (1 specimen). A shared fluorescent case NOTE: Non-competitive exhibits can be anonymously will be supplied. displayed upon request. Note: El Dorado County Mineral and Gem Society shall provide a shared fluorescent display case. 4. Self-collected minerals. Specimens found by exhibitor. (5 to 25 specimens) 5. One worldwide mineral (limit 1 specimen) 6. Variety of California minerals (10 to 25 specimens) DIVISION 384 – EDUCATIONAL Refer to Rules C, D, Fb and Fc CLASS 7. Mineral-related display showing uses: Mineralogy, geology, mining history, etc. All work to have been done by exhibitor. 8. Any variety of worldwide fossil specimens (3 to 10 specimens) 9. Any variety of worldwide petrified wood, wood casting and plant life specimens (3 to 10 specimens)

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PHOTOGRAPHY ADULT | TEEN | YOUTH | 4H THE EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR EXTENDS ITS APPRECIATION TO THE EL DORADO CAMERA CLUB FOR THEIR HELP IN OUR PHOTOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT

DEPARTMENT CHAIR: HANNAH DEWATER

ART SALES: IF PROFESSIONAL OR SEMI-PRO ART WORK IS FOR SALE: PLEASE INDICATE SALE PRICE ON ENTRY FORM. EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR WILL RETAIN A 20% COMMISSION. SALES WILL BE HANDLED THROUGH THE FAIR OFFICE. ARTISTS WILL BE PAID BY CHECK APPROXIMATELY TWO WEEKS FOLLOWING THE FAIR. NOTE: SALES PRICE MAY NOT BE CHANGED AFTER ENTRY FORM IS SUBMITTED

ADULT/OPEN PHOTOGRAPHY

For Adult, Teen & Youth Photography Entries N. All FRAMED exhibits MUST BE IN A SUITABLE FRAME/GALLERY WRAP and ready for hanging with Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) , or they will not be hung. screw eyes and wire Entries Received: Mon. Sept 13 10 am to 6 pm O. *Organ Room P. Exhibitors may ONLY receive two cash awards per class. If more than two cash awards are placed, the two highest Judged: Sat. Sept 18 10 am - CLOSED will be paid and the next highest placing exhibitor in that Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm class will receive the award/s. Ribbons will be awarded as placed. Q. No Amateur or Novice exhibitors will be permitted to sell GENERAL RULES FOR ALL EXHIBITORS work displayed or judged at fair. Adult, Teen & Youth, Professional, Semi-Professional, R. Entries will not be accepted if above rules are not Amateur & Novice followed. STATE RULES APPLY A. Entries must be entered in the appropriate class to receive NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed, checks judging. Judge has the authority to move an exhibit to an not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair appropriate class. office during regular fair office hours. B. Entries must be the original work of the exhibitor, except for processing and mounting the final exhibition print. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS C. Entries must have been taken within the last 3 years. Are those photographers who engage in photography events D. Entries shown in any previous El Dorado County Fairs are or activities for monetary profit. not allowed. Example: Those professional artists who TEACH or SELL any E. Exhibitor’s name should be printed on the back of the art, have their work in a gallery or on a web site for sales or picture. Exhibitor’s name should not be exposed on front promotion or is hired, with monetary gain, to take pictures. of picture. If the name is on the front, please cover with tape. The following rules apply to Professional Exhibitors only F. Adult Photographs must have an image size of at least 35 S. Professional photographers are not permitted to enter square inches (i.e., 5”x7”) and no larger than 320 square Semi-Professional Divisions. inches (i.e., 16” x 20”) or up to 36”x48” including frame for T. Professional Photographs do not have to be framed. Professional entries. U. Canvas Wrap is acceptable for PROFESSIONAL only. G. Nude studies, unpleasant and “non-family friendly” photos V. If not framed: The mat board or foam core must be or art will not be accepted/displayed. WHITE. Colored matting or colored foam core WILL H. No entries will be released without a claim check or ID NOT be acceptable. Double matting is acceptable. I. No entries may be removed during the fair, prior to release Photographs should be affixed with photo safe double time. sided tape, 3M 77 Spray Mount, or hot set adhesive J. The fair will assume no responsibility for any entry that is backers. Do not use rubber cement. lost, stolen or damaged. K. J. Photographs printed on NON-TRADITIONAL PHOTO SEMI-PROFESSIONAL PAPER, must be entered in the “ALTERNATIVE” category Are those who take photographs as a hobby or for the love of or class. the work, does not have art in galleries or for sale online. Semi- L. Limit of one photograph per mat board or foam core. Pro’s may have taken workshops or classes in photography; M. Do not affix a hanger on the back of mat board or however, they do not teach, they may have sold art, however, foam core. The mat board or foam core will be hung by not as their livelihood, you may have a web site. adhesive Velcro strips. The Velcro strips will be provided A Semi-professional that wins BEST OF SHOW two or and attached to the back of the mat board or foam core by more times must move up to the Professional classes. Fair staff on the day the entry is received. Velcro removal may result in some damage to the back of the mat board or foam core. AMATEUR Photographers that take photos as a hobby; have never TRADITIONAL COLOR OR received any remuneration for their photos except for cash prizes or awards or the cost of creating the art work. Amateur MONOCHROME exhibitors may not have taken extensive classes or workshops (BLACK & WHITE) PHOTOGRAPHS –UNFRAMED in photography. Amateurs do not have a website. FRAMED OR UNFRAMED (PROFESSIONAL) An Amateur that wins BEST OF SHOW two or more times Traditional Prints are any photos taken with film or digital, must move up to the Semi-Professional classes. where the image has NOT undergone manipulation other than cropping, burning and dodging, normal color or density NOVICE balancing and spotting. Machine copy of original image is Exhibitors may not have won a 1st Place or Best of Show acceptable. Traditional white photo paper must be used. Ribbon in any Photography contest. Novice exhibitors do not and have not sold photos in the past nor have taken DIVISION 400 – NOVICE professional photo classes or workshops. DIVISION 401 – AMATEUR DIVISION 402 – SEMI-PROFESSIONAL The following rules apply to Semi-Professional, Amateurs DIVISION 403 – PROFESSIONAL & Novice exhibitors only CLASS W. Photos may not be framed in Novice, Amateur or Semi- 1. Color, Scenic Views Professional Divisions. 2. Color, Portraits X. Semi-Pro may use WHITE mat boards. Double matting is 3. Color, Farm or Ranch life acceptable. 4. Color, Animals Novice and Amateur may NOT use mat boards. They 5. Color, Events (Journalistic, Parades, Festivals, etc.) should be affixed to WHITE foam core or heavy card 6. Color, Sports & Action stock. 7. Color, Fair (Any year or theme) Y. Colored matting or colored foam core WILL NOT be 8. Color, Open – Any subject not listed above. acceptable. 9. Black & White, Scenic Views. Z. Photographs should be affixed to mat boards or foam core 10. Black & White, Portraits. with either photo safe double-sided tape, 3-M 77 Spray 11. Black & White, Farm or Ranch Life Mount, or hot set adhesive backers. These may be 12. Black & White, Animals purchased where art supplies are sold. Do not use 13. Black & White, Events (Journalistic, Parades, Festivals, rubber cement. etc.) 14. Black & White, Sports & Action 15. Black & White, Fair (Any year or theme) JUDGING CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC 16. Black & White, Open – Any subject not listed above. 17. Current Fair Theme Black & White or Color.

PROFESSIONAL ALTERNATIVE ENTRY FEES & PRIZES UNFRAMED $6.00 PER ENTRY PER CLASS FRAMED OR UNFRAMED (PROFESSIONAL) NO ENTRY LIMIT Alternative prints are images manipulated beyond traditional photography dodge & burn, color balance, and spotting. This includes hand coloring, cross processing, photo collage, BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in EACH DIVISION Photoshop, Painter Pro, Polaroid transfers, high dynamic Cash Awards offered in each Class in range (HDR), panorama stitch and other manipulations. Prints Professional Divisions st nd rd printed on “non-traditional” photo paper (including metal) are 1 2 3 considered alternative. $25 $15 $10

DIVISION 404 – NOVICE DIVISION 405 – AMATEUR DIVISION 406 – SEMI-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION 407 – PROFESSIONAL SEMI-PROFESSIONAL, AMATEUR & CLASS NOVICE 1. Scenic Views 2. Portraits ENTRY FEE & PRIZES 3. Farm or Ranch Life. $4.00 PER ENTRY PER CLASS 4. Animals NO ENTRY LIMIT 5. Events (Journalistic, Parades, Festivals, etc.) 6. Sports & Action BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in EACH DIVISION 7. Fair (any year or theme) Cash Awards Offered per Class in 8. Photo Collage – 3 or more images arranged and printed Non-Professional, Amateur & Novice Divisions as one print, with or without text 1st 2nd 3rd 9. Current Fair Theme. $10 $6 $ 4 10. Open – Any subject not listed above.

SCENES OF MOBILOGRAPHY UNFRAMED EL DORADO COUNTY Photos taken using electronic devices with built in digital Frames, colored matting, double matting NOT ACCEPTABLE cameras. Examples: Mobile phones, personal pocket computers, iPads, iPhones, compasses, field glasses, etc. El Dorado County scenes must have location identified on the All manipulation of photos taken with your electronic device entry form and on the back of the photograph. must be done through apps on the same mobile device. (If you Photographs may be of events in El Dorado County, use your iPhone, all manipulation of your photo is to be done landscapes, skylines, etc. However, “portraits” are not on your iPhone.) Through manipulation, more than one image accepted. may be combined in to one entry. If there are three (3) or more entries in one area of El Dorado County, those photos will be judged in their own separate class DIVISION 417 – NOVICE DIVISION 418 – AMATEUR DIVISION 408 – NOVICE DIVISION 419 – SEMI-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION 409 – AMATEUR DIVISION 420 – PROFESSIONAL DIVISION 410 – SEMI-PROFESSIONAL CLASS DIVISION 411 – PROFESSIONAL 1. People 2. Places CLASS 3. Animals 1. Color – El Dorado County - Please specify location 4. Scenery 2. Monochrome (Black & White) - El Dorado County Please 5. Action specify location 6. Random 3. Alternative – El Dorado County – Please specify location 7. Current Fair Theme

ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY UNFRAMED Any camera may be used: Astro camera, cell phone camera, tablet camera, digital camera, etc.

DIVISION 412 – NOVICE DIVISION 413 - AMATEUR DIVISION 414 - SEMI-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION 415 - PROFESSIONAL

CLASS 1. Night Sky - wide angle star fields including some aspect of Earth (trees, mountains, buildings, etc.) 2. Solar System – Planets and the Sun. SNAP SHOTS 3. Deep Space – Everything else through the telescope. UNFRAMED Photo may be any size snapshot, 5” x 7” or smaller Mount photo on WHITE Mat board or WHITE cardstock. SELFIES Do not frame, framed snapshots will not be accepted. UNFRAMED DIVISION 421 – NOVICE DIVISION 416 – SELF SNAPSHOTS DIVISION 422 – AMATEUR CLASS CLASS 1. NOVICE 1. Animals 2. AMATEUR 2. Friends 3. Semi-Professional 3. Vacation 4. Professional 4. Family 5. Scenery 6. Sports or Action 7. Current Fair Theme 8. Any other

PHOTOGRAPH OF YOUR HOME GARDEN To be on display in the Flowers and Plants Building. Entry Form deadline and receiving date/location in the FLOWERS & PLANTS section of the Entry Guide.

TEEN & YOUTH PHOTOGRAPHY

For Adult, Teen & Youth Photography Entries

Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online)

Entries Received: Mon. Sept 13 10 am to 6 pm *Organ Room

Judged: Sat. Sept 18 10 am - CLOSE Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm

RIBBONS ONLY – NO Cash Awards BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in each Division

FREE TO ENTER

RULES A. Photographs must have been taken by the exhibitor. B. All photographs must be mounted on white foam core or MOBILOGRAPHY heavy card stock unless otherwise specified, no larger UNFRAMED than 12” x 14”, and must be labeled with exhibitor’s name Photos taken using electronic devices with built in digital and age on back. Photographs should be affixed with cameras. Examples: Mobile phones, personal pocket either photo safe double-sided tape, 3-M 77 Spray Mount, computers, iPads, iPhones, compasses, field glasses, etc. All or hot set adhesive backers. These may be purchased manipulation of photos taken with your electronic device must where art supplies are sold. Do not use rubber cement. be done through apps on the same mobile device. (If you use C. Do Not affix a picture hanger on the back of the heavy your iPhone, all manipulation of your photo is to be done on card stock or foam core. The mat board or foam core will your iPhone.) Through manipulation, more than one image be hung by adhesive Velcro strips. The Velcro strips will may be combined in to one entry. be provided and attached by Fair staff on the day the entry is received. Velcro removal may result in some damage to DIVISION 428 – 5 years and under the back of the heavy card stock or foam core. DIVISION 429 – 6 through 10 D. No entries may be removed during the fair. DIVISION 430 – 11 through 13 E. Age determined by opening day of fair. DIVISION 431 – AGES 14 through 18 years F. No entries may have been entered in previous El Dorado CLASS County Fairs 1. People 2. Places DIVISION 423 – 5 years and under 3. Animals DIVISION 424 – 6 through 10 4. Scenery DIVISION 425 – 11 through 13 5. Action DIVISION 426 – AGES 14 through 18 years 6. Random CLASS 7. Current Fair Theme. 1. Monochrome (Black and White) 2. Color 3. Alternative (manipulated): Alternative prints are images SNAP SHOTS manipulated beyond traditional photography dodge & UNFRAMED burn, color balance, and spotting. This includes hand Photo may be any size snapshot, 5” x 7” or smaller coloring, cross processing, photo collage, Photoshop, Mount photo on WHITE Mat board or WHITE cardstock. Painter Pro, Polaroid transfers, high dynamic range Do not frame, framed snapshots will not be accepted. (HDR), panorama stitch and other manipulations. DIVISION 432 – 5 years and under DIVISION 433 – 6 through 10 SELFIES DIVISION 434 – 11 through 13 UNFRAMED DIVISION 435 – AGES 14 through 18 years DIVISION 427 CLASS CLASS 1. Animals 1. 5 years & under 2. Friends 2. 6 – 10 year olds 3. Vacation 3. 11 – 13 year olds 4. Family 4. Teen - Ages 14 – 18 years of age. 5. Scenery 6. Sports or Action 7. Current Fair Theme 8. Any other

4-H PHOTOGRAPHY

DIVISION 438 – Seventh through ninth year For 4-H Entries CLASS Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) 1. Black & White – People, Animals or Birds 2. Black & White – Landscape, seascape, buildings, Entries Received: Mon. Sept 13 10 am to 6 pm vegetation. *Organ Room 3. Color – People, Animals or Birds Judged: Sat. Sept 18 10 am Closed 4. Color - Landscape, seascape, buildings, vegetation.

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 pm to 7 pm 5. Special effects, manipulated photos. 6. Pinhole camera constructed by the exhibitor (must include picture taken with camera) 7. Current Fair Theme. LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER CLASS PER PERSON

RULES 4-H PHOTO STORY A. All pictures must be the work of the exhibitor, with the exception of processing and developing. SCRAPBOOK B. Pictures must have been taken within one year of the opening date of this fair by the exhibitor. RULES C. All pictures must be in accordance with the 4-H Club A. All writing must reflect the youth member’s age level and Photography Program and must meet 4-H requirements. personal writing style, and the final product must be D. All photographs must be mounted on white foam core or written by the youth member. heavy card stock unless otherwise specified, no larger B. All photos must be cut and adhered to the scrapbook than 12” x 14”, and must be labeled with exhibitor’s name pages by the youth member. and age on back. Photographs should be affixed with C. Each event must have a date. either photo safe double sided tape, 3-M 77 Spray Mount, D. Scrapbook must contain a minimum of 30 completed or hot set adhesive backers. These may be purchased pages. where art supplies are sold. Do not use rubber cement. E. An option for second and third year in project is adding an E. Do Not affix a picture hanger on the back of the heavy additional 15 pages to existing album. All rules from prior card stock or foam core. The mat board or foam core will year apply. (Each album can hold up to 45 pages or 90 be hung by adhesive Velcro strips. The Velcro strips will sides). be provided and attached by Fair staff on the day the entry F. Page one must include title, exhibitor’s name, age, year in is received. Velcro removal may result in some damage to project, club or chapter name, and county. the back of the heavy card stock or foam core. G. There must be a minimum of four sentences of text per F. Danish System of Judging. page with the exception of sides used for memorabilia and certificates that fill entire side. H. Stickers and decorative paper may be used to enhance ONE BEST OF SHOW RIBBON pages.

FREE TO ENTER DIVISION 439 – PHOTO STORY SCRAPBOOK CLASS DIVISION 436 – First & Second Year 1. Current year 4-H/FFA program CLASS 2. Personal 4-H/FFA career 1. Black & White – People, Animals or Birds 3. Personal Life 2. Black & White – Landscape, seascape, buildings, 4. Club Historian vegetation. 5. Historical Album 3. Color – People, Animals or Birds 6. Current Fair Theme. 4. Color - Landscape, seascape, buildings, vegetation. 5. Special effects, manipulated photos. 6. Pinhole camera constructed by the exhibitor (must include picture taken with camera) 7. Current Fair Theme.

DIVISION 437 – Third through sixth year CLASS 1. Black & White – People, Animals or Birds 2. Black & White – Landscape, seascape, buildings, vegetation. 3. Color – People, Animals or Birds 4. Color - Landscape, seascape, buildings, vegetation. 5. Special effects, manipulated photos. 6. Pinhole camera constructed by the exhibitor (must include picture taken with camera) 7. Current Fair Theme.

TABLE SETTINGS ADULT | 4-H | YOUTH | TEEN | FRESH FLOWERS Department Chairperson: Jill Baker & Peggy Riha (Adult), Eve Keener (Fresh & Silk Flowers)

RULES A. Exhibitors are limited to two entries per class. ADULT/YOUTH/TEEN/4H B. Buffet table settings are NOT acceptable. For Adult Table Settings Entries C. Half a table will be furnished by the Fair Association Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) (3’x3’). D. Centerpieces may be used, such as flowers, candies, etc. Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm E. Displaying the menu is required. A completely typed, Home Arts (Marshall) Building

printed or written menu on a 5”x7” card must be furnished. Judged: Sat. Sept 18 10 am Menu may be for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 to 7 pm F. Linen, placemats, china, glassware and flatware will be

furnished by the exhibitor. The Fair Association will take reasonable precautions against theft and damage. All NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed; checks accessories should be marked with the name of the not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair owner, but marking must not show in the exhibit when office during regular fair office hours. accessories are in place. G. Tables to be set for one place or two in accordance with BEST OF SHOW RIBBON Cash Awards Offered per Class the chosen setting. st nd rd H. If perishables are used, they must be kept fresh for 1 2 3 $5 $ 3 $ 2 duration of the fair. I. Sterling silver or other valuables must not be used in the setting. ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS J. Flatware may be in place for judging but MUST be LIMIT: ONE ENTRY PER CLASS PER PERSON removed after judging only flatware can be removed after judging. All other items MUST remain. DIVISION 450 – TABLE SETTINGS

K. Ideas for Themes: CLASS a. Movie Titles 1. Fair Theme 2. Other, please specify b. Book Titles

c. TV shows d. Nursery Rhymes e. Disney f. Song Titles g. Cartoon YOUTH, TEEN & 4H additional Rules: L. Entrant is to set the table setting independently without adult direction or supervision. M. Youth & 4H Divisions judged with the Danish System.

Due to social distancing all Judging will be Closed to spectators.

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YOUTH & TEEN TABLE

4-H TABLE SETTING SETTINGS NO CASH AWARDS _ RIBBONS ONLY NO CASH AWARDS - RIBBONS ONLY BEST OF SHOW RIBBON BEST OF SHOW RIBBON in each Division LIMIT: TWO ENTRIES PER EXHIBITOR FREE TO ENTER DIVISION 454 – 6 through 10 years DIVISION 451 - BEGINNING DIVISION 455 – 11 through 13 years DIVISION 452 - INTERMEDIATE DIVISION 456 – 14 through 18 years DIVISION 453 - ADVANCED CLASS 1. FAIR THEME CLASS 2. Other, please specify 1. Fair Theme 2. Other, please specify

FLOWER TABLE SETTINGS SILK & FRESH See Flowers and Plants Section

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FFA/4H AG MECHANICS Important Dates for Entries

Forms Due By: Wednesday Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online)

Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm *Corker Building

Judged: Sat. Sept 18 10 am

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 pm – 7 pm

Rules: 1. All exhibits must be produced by the exhibitor. 2. Electricity exhibits must be complete and in operating condition where applicable. 3. When necessary exhibits are to be mounted on a base for structural support and proper presentation. 4. Rocketry projects are to be entered in “Any Other” Ag. Mechanics, not listed.” 5. Metal working and wood working projects must include a description stating cost of material or Source and value if donated. 6. Projects entered must have been started and finished in the current school year. 7. Projects from assembly kits may not be entered.

ENTRY FEE: $3 PER ENTRY PER CLASS

Cash Awards Offered for Best of Show 1st 2nd 3rd $ 50 $ 25 $ 10

DIVISION 460: 4H DIVISION 463: FFA

CLASS 35. Metal Working (basic materials under $200) 36. Metal Working (basic materials $200 or more) 37. Wood Working (basic materials under $200) 38. Wood Working (basic materials $200 or more) 39. Restoration Projects 40. Electricity and Electronics 41. Welding Fabrication 42. Any Other Ag. Mechanical Project Not Listed

New 2022: Ability to Auction FFA and 4H Ag. Mechanics Projects during a Silent Auction ONLY IF TRADITIONAL FAIR

1. Ag Mech exhibitors must be enrolled in the current year's Ag Mech classes or 4-H project. No independents 2. Projects must be supervised by Ag teacher or 4-H leader. 3. Projects must have earned a blue ribbon to sell at the silent auction. 4. Only one item is able to be sold, but two items per person per class can be entered. 5. Exhibitors may sell a market animal and a silent auction item. 6. JLA Committee will keep the same percentage of auction earnings as in Livestock Sales. 7. If the project IS NOT to be Sold, it must be marked on the entry form, as “No Sale.” 8. If there is a minimum Bid amount, that MUST be marked on entry form. 9. Students selling projects are obligated to help with the auction activities on the auction day. 10. Items to be sold must be moved, by the exhibitor, to the sale area one hour before the auction is to begin, on sale day (Saturday of Fair) 11. Code of Conduct, Jr. Livestock and Local Fair Rules and Regulations apply here, as well as the uniform rule.

TECHNOLOGY & INDUSTRIAL DRAFTING | WOODWORK | METAL | CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT CHAIR: KIM ZINK

Important Dates for Entries DIVISION 460 – 4H DIVISION 461 – GRADES 7 - 9 Forms Due By: Wed. Sept 1 4 pm (12 AM online) DIVISION 462 – GRADES 10 - 12 Entries Received: Wed. Sept 15 10 am to 6 pm DIVISION 463 – FFA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS *Corker Building DIVISION 464 – ADULT STUDENTS in ROP

Judged: Sat. Sept 18 10 am DIVISION 465 – ADULT

Released: Mon. Sept 27 2 pm – 7 pm INDUSTRIAL ARTS CLASS 1. Printing Process (offset, block, embossing, etc.) 7th GRADE AND OLDER 2. Screen Process Printing 3. Logo and/or Typography RULES

STATE RULES APPLY A. Adults & Students may enter in each of the following DRAFTING categories: Drafting, Architectural Drafting, Graphic Arts, CLASS – WORK COMPLETED ON DRAFTING BOARD Electronics, Construction, and Manufacturing. A maximum 4. Mechanical Drafting – Multi-View Drawings (include of four (4) entries may be submitted by a student. orthographic projection) B. All signatures and information necessary to determine that 5. Mechanical Drafting – Pictorial or Multi-Views the exhibit is eligible must be on the entry form. Entry 6. Technical Illustration, Isometrics, Oblique and forms received without entry fees or required information Perspectives will be rejected and returned to exhibitor. C. Students and ROP: Only projects constructed, fabricated, CLASS – WORK COMPLETED ON COMPUTER or made in school under the supervision of an instructor by 7. Mechanical Drafting – Multi-View Drawings (include a student enrolled in an Industrial & Technology Education orthographic projection) course will be acceptable. Verification from registrar or 8. Mechanical Drafting – Pictorial or Multi-Views administrator may be required. 9. Technical Illustration, Isometrics, Oblique and D. Students and ROP: Only projects started on or after the Perspectives. first day of current school year are eligible for entry. E. Students enrolled in the Industrial & Technology Education Program below the 7th grade level will be permitted to ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING enter in the Industrial & Technology Education – WORK COMPLETED on DRAFTING BOARD Competition only if in the instructor’s opinion the student’s CLASS 10. Architectural Working Drawings, Construction Documents, project is worthy of entry. If entry is made it must compete (may include plans, elevations, sectionals, and details in the 7th and 8th grade level. 11. Architectural Renderings and Presentations, (may include F. Regional Occupation Program (ROP) students must enter color) the Division for the grade they are attending. 12. Plans and Models – Mechanical. (Any mechanical drawing G. If the project is for sale, please mark “for sale” with sale where a model is constructed, a cut-a-way is made or any price on Entry Form. All inquiries regarding sale of entry other 3-D method is used for illustration. Process photos will be referred directly to the exhibitor. are encouraged.)

13. Plans and Models – Architecture. (Any plan set and model FREE TO ENTER that may be constructed of foam core, cardboard, or stick BEST OF SHOW RIBBONS framing – no kits) Industrial Arts • Drafting • Architectural Drafting • Electronics Construction – Woods • Manufacturing CLASS – WORK COMPLETED ON COMPUTER No Cash Awards – Ribbons Only 14. Architectural Working Drawings, Construction documents (may include plans, elevations, sectionals, and details) 15. Architectural Renderings and Presentations, (may include color) 16. Plans and Models – Mechanical (Any mechanical drawing where a model is constructed, a cut-a-way is made or any other 3-D method is used for illustration. Process photos are encouraged.) 17. Plans and Models – Architecture. (Any plan set and model (model may be constructed of foam core, cardboard, or stick framing). (no kits)

CLASS - GROUP PROJECT 18. Where any two or more students collaborate on a project. CONSTRUCTION-WOODS

CLASS 19. Electric Guitars 20. Furniture Construction (project with materials value less than $150) 21. Furniture Construction (project with materials value greater than $150) 22. Hand Carving 23. Lathe Items 24. Toy, jigsaw items 25. Wood Turning 26. Any Other Project Not Listed (including construction projects and wood products) 27. Group Project (any two or more students having collaborated on a project)

MANUFACTURING

CLASS 28. Sheet Metal 29. Welding Fabrication/Wrought Iron 30. Machined 31. Castings/Sculpture/Decorative Items 32. Group Project (any two or more students having collaborated on a project) 33. Restoration Projects

HOMEMADE WINE Presented By El Dorado Home Wine Makers Association

Homemade Wine Entries EL DORADO COUNTY HOMEMADE WINE

Forms & Entries Received: July 1 - 22, 2021 9 am to 4 pm DIVISION CLASS At Fair Office Mon - Fri

Judged: → Sat. August 7 Wine Variety

BEST OF SHOW RED

BEST OF SHOW WHITE Vintage Date or NV AWARDS, NO PREMIUMS OFFERED New: Results, judging Notes & Awards will be mailed ENTRY FEE $11 PER ENTRY PER CLASS Vineyard (if known)

RULES STATE RULES APPLY Wine maker’s Name • All wines other than commercial wines or wines made by a wine maker employed by or owner of a bonded winery are eligible. Must be at least 21 years old. • An entry consists of one (1) bottle (1/5 qt or 750 ml) for judging and display. • Bottle must be labeled as shown below with 2” x 4” WINE LABEL COMPETITION gummed label, in addition to home/wine maker’s label. Wine Label Entries • Please remove any foil capsules prior to submitting. Forms & Entries Received: By Sept 1 4 pm • Entries become property of El Dorado County Fair and *At Fair Office will not be returned. • All classes will be judged single blind. Results Displayed at Fair: Thur. – Sun. Sept 23-26 • GOLD, SILVER and BRONZE ribbons will be awarded *No Phone Calls Please. on the Danish System. NO CASH AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 480 – HOMEMADE WINES RIBBONS 1st – 3rd ONLY – American Judging CLASS – ENTRY FEE $1 PER ENTRY 1. Zinfandel 2. Cabernet Sauvignon RULES 3. Cabernet Franc A. Label must be mounted on 5” x 8” card stock, Series 4. Petite Sirah entry card stock can be longer than 8” to fit multiple 5. Barbera labels. 6. Merlot B. Limit of two entries per exhibitor . 7. Sangiovese C. Open to all, any winemaker (commercial or homemade), 8. Syrah any artist or individual. 9. Red Blends (Please specify varietals) 10. Other Red Wines (Please specify varietal) DIVISION 481 – WINE LABELS CLASS CLASS – 1. Label Series 11. Chardonnay 2. Classical 12. Sauvignon Blanc 3. Whimsical 13. Chenin Blanc 4. Artistic 14. Viognier 5. Painted/Etched Bottle 15. White Blends (Please specify varietals) 16. Other White Wines (Please specify varietal)

CLASS – BLUSH WINE 17. Any Blush (Please specify varietal(s)

CLASS – 18. Any Red or White Dessert Wine (Please specify varietal(s)

CLASS – NON-GRAPE

19. Any Non Grape (Please specify)

LOCAL FAIR RULES & REGULATIONS ALL THE FOLLOWING RULES AND REGULATIONS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. CASH AWARDS MAY BE WITHHELD IF COMPLIANCE WITH PRINTED STATE AND LOCAL RULES IS NOT FULLY MET.

EXHIBITOR FAIR ADMISSION | $18.00 A $18.00 four-day gate admission wristband is available for all exhibitors (livestock and still) at this special reduced rate. Wristbands must be purchased at the time of entering. There are no unpaid or free passes for exhibiting in the Fair.

DEFINITIONS American Judging System: A judging process where each exhibit is not only judged on its own merit, but in comparison to other exhibits. Danish Judging System: A judging process ranking each exhibit according to how well it meets that standard, rather than how it compares with other exhibits. Judging Scale: 1st Group being “Superior” receiving a Blue Ribbon, 2nd Group being “Good,” receiving a Red Ribbon and 3rd Group being “Average” receiving a White Ribbon. Junior: Exhibitors ages 18 and under. The departments are divided into: Youth (13 and under) and Teen (14-18 years of age).

CASH AWARDS The El Dorado County Fair Board of Directors may prorate cash awards paid if the total amount to be paid exceeds budgeted amount. Judging Sheets will be used as evidence for payment of Cash Awards. Ribbons and tags are not acceptable as evidence. NOTE: Cash award checks WILL NOT be mailed; checks not picked up with entries must be picked up at the fair office during regular fair office hours. Checks will be combined. Cash awards will not be awarded if there are less than three exhibits in a class. Sponsored Cash Awards are not the responsibility of the Fair, if a Sponsor does not pay the Fair, those cash awards will not be awarded.

1. Entries must be mailed to El Dorado County Fair, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville, CA 95667, or presented in person at the Fair Entry Office, El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville 95667. All entries must be postmarked or in the possession of the El Dorado County Fair no later than the dates and times indicated in the Entry Guide. Entries should be made as early as possible. Entry fees and other required papers must accompany entry forms at the time of entry and will be accepted anytime following distribution of the Entry Guide. Checks should be payable to “EDCF” or “El Dorado County Fair Association”. All livestock registration papers are checked upon registration of entries. 2. All classes are open to the world, except Junior Livestock. 3. The theme of this year’s Fair is: “Stars & Stirrups.” 4. The fair management shall reserve the right to limit entries in ALL classes to facilities available and may limit the number of entries made by an exhibitor. Any return of entries under this rule will be done generally and without discrimination. 5. Checks for awards in all classes will be made out in the name and address appearing on the entry form. 6. ALL PREMIUM CHECKS ARE VALID FOR SIX MONTHS FROM DATE OF ISSUE. Requests for checks to be reissued will be subject to a $20 handling fee. All unclaimed premium checks as of December 31 will be considered donations to the El Dorado County Fair Association. 7. All discrepancies in payment of Cash Awards must be reported to Fair Management in writing, no later than 30 days after the close of the fair or they will not be considered. Ribbons will not be replaced by the fair after once being awarded. 8. All booths and exhibits will be constructed with the use of non-flammable material or material treated with flame retardant chemical. 9. No person or exhibitor will be permitted to distribute printed or advertising material or put up signs on the grounds without written permission of the fair manager. 10. Any display or exhibit not in keeping with the standards for division or class entered will not be allowed to remain on display after judging. Fair Management, who will be the sole judge of these standards, will make this decision. No refund of entry fees will be made for exhibits eliminated under this rule. 11. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to correctly fill out his own entry forms and thereby accepts responsibility for all errors thereon. Office personnel assist and answer questions but under no circumstances will complete entry forms for exhibitors. Judges may move items to classes that they feel exhibit fits better in. Entering classes correctly is sole responsibility of exhibitor. Exhibits entered incorrectly may be deemed ineligible before, during or after judging. 12. The Board of Directors may extend a grace period after any & all deadlines to accept late submissions with a $25.00 penalty. 13. Request for refunds must be formally written and presented to the fair manager for consideration. Refunds may be granted within the limits of the State Rules: Refunds may be made only because of sickness, accident or death, cancellations of a class or return of entries for lack of exhibit space. For animal classes, request must be made prior to Fair week or event, whichever comes first and MUST be accompanied by a veterinarian’s certificate. 14. Overpayment of entry fees totaling $10.00 or less will not be refunded. 15. No entries will be released without the official tag or ID proving ownership. 16. Each exhibitor shall be solely responsible for any direct or consequential loss, injury or damage done to or occasioned by and rising from animals or articles exhibited by him and shall indemnify the association against any legal proceedings in regard thereto. All property of every kind entered for competition or display or for any purpose being on the fairgrounds shall be subject to the control of this association. The association will exercise care and precaution for its safe preservation, but in no case will this association or its officers or agents be liable for damages or injury to a person or property of any exhibitor or patron of the fair, or be responsible for any accident, loss or damage of whatsoever nature that may occur on the fairgrounds or at any other place or time. Should property owners desire protection against loss or damage or injury from fire or other causes, they must make their own arrangements. 17. No entries may be nude studies or “non -family friendly.” 18. No food and beverage entries may contain cannabis or cannabis related ingredients.

DISPUTES THE MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE FINAL AND ABSOLUTE RIGHT TO INTERPRET THE RULES AND REGULATIONS, AND TO ARBITRARILY SETTLE QUESTIONS OR DIFFERENCES. Protests/Disputes will only be considered if there has been a violation of State or Local Rules. Decisions of judges, veterinarians, weigh masters, tail dock officials and timers cannot be disputed and are final. Protests (must be in writing) must be accompanied by a deposit of $100 or $200 if the protest relates to violations of State Rules X-XA (Animal Health Rules). The deposit will only be returned if the protest is upheld. Protest must be filed within 24 hours of the time of the cause of the protest. For more complete Protest Rules see “State Rules for California Fairs” online at www.cdfa.ca.gov