Everything You Need To Know About Entering The Fair
When and Where do I Deliver my Entries? Bring all entries except those noted below to the fairgrounds between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 24. Please bring entries early. Take them to the Dogwood Event Center (the second metal building). *For livestock, live animal exhibits and live-judging baking contests, see those sections of the fair guide.
Do I Need to Register in Advance? Adult: Online advanced registration is encouraged to speed up check-in. Please complete online registration by August 16th, 2021. You can still register onsite during entry drop- off. Youth: Online advance registration is encouraged to speed check-in. Please complete online registration by August 16th, 2021. You can still register onsite during entry drop- off. Livestock: Online advance registration is required by July 31, 2021, (livestock, poultry and rabbits). Horses will register on site the day of the show.
How do I prepare my entries? Each category will explain how to label, mount or display an exhibit. See the general rules at the beginning of each department for details.
When will they be judged? Judging is from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, except livestock and baking contests. No individual or exhibitor may accompany judges during their deliberations. Decisions of judges will be final. You can see how your entries did when the Fair opens to the public at 4 p.m. Thursday, August 26.
What do I get if my entry wins? Adults: Blue, Red, and White ribbons will be awarded in each category, as long as quality is deemed worthy. Rosettes will be awarded to the top three blue ribbons entries in each department, with premiums of $25 for the Blue Rosettes; $15 for the Red Rosettes and $10 for White Rosettes. Youth: Ribbons and Rosettes will be awarded only in the 9 -19 age groups. Each blue ribbon gets $3, plus rosette premiums are the same as adults. Children under nine will get a purple ribbon and $1 for each entry. Livestock: Varies by exhibit. No premiums will be awarded if, in the opinion of the judges, an exhibit is misrepresented or unworthy in quality.
When do I pick up my entries? Pick-up is between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Monday, August 30. Exhibits unclaimed by 6 p.m. will be considered abandoned and will be discarded and premiums forfeited.
Other rules to be aware of: All exhibits must be made or grown by the exhibitor within the past year, unless otherwise noted. Only one entry per individual will be allowed in each category, unless otherwise noted. Only items that do not fit into a specific category may be exhibited in the “other” category. Entries are openly displayed to the public, so enter exhibits at your own risk. Security is provided. However, Haywood County Fairgrounds, Inc. cannot guarantee that exhibits will not be stolen, broken or soiled and will not be not be held liable for the above. No live animals in exhibits are permitted in the exhibit halls. Through not recommended, exhibits not personally delivered should be carefully labeled with name/address of the exhibitor and the contents of the package.
DIVISION II – FARM EXHIBITS
DEPARTMENT A – AGRONOMY
Awards and Judging: Blue, Red, and White Rosette Ribbons in each class.
CLASS A – CORN 1000 Best 10 Ears of Yellow Corn (not nubbed) 1001 Best 10 Ears of White Corn (not nubbed) 1002 Tallest Stalk of Corn 1003 Other Field Corn
CLASS B – CURED HAY 1004 Orchard Grass, 5lbs. neatly tied 1005 Fescue Grass, 5lbs. neatly tied 1006 Other Hay, 5lbs. neatly tied 1007 Alfalfa
CLASS C – SILAGE 1008 Silage, 5lbs. in plastic bag 1009 Haylage, 5lbs. in plastic bag
CLASS D – SUGAR CANE 1011 Five Stalks, Biggest Heads – Cane 1012 Tallest Stalk of Cane Molasses
DEPARTMENT B – HORTICULTURE Awards and Judging: 1ST, 2ND, and 3rd place ribbons in each category. Haywood County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program is sponsoring special premiums for rosette ribbons: Blue, $100; Red, $75; and White, $50.
CLASS A – GARDEN SHOW
1015 Cornfield Beans, 10 each 1055 Gourds, Dipper, 1 each 1016 Cut Short Beans, 10 each 1056 Gourds, Small (< 8” diameter), 3 1017 Beans, Green Bush, 10 each each 1018 Beans, Green, Pole, 10 each 1057 Gourds, Large (>8” diameter) 3 each 1020 Beans, Greasyback, 10 each 1058 Gourds Birdhouse, 1 each 1021 Beans, ½ Runner, 10 each 1059 Gourds, Warty, 3 each 1024 Beans, Other, 10 each 1060 Gourds, Other, 1 each 1025 Beans, Most Unusual, 5 each 1061 Greens, Collard, 1 bunch 1026 Beets, 5 each 1062 Greens, Kale, 1 bunch 1027 Beets, Largest 1063 Greens, Head Lettuce, 1 head 1029 Brussel Sprouts, 5 each 1064 Greens, Lettuce, 1 bunch 1030 Green Cabbage Head, 1 head 1065 Greens, Mustard, 1 bunch 1031 Cabbage, Other, 1 head 1066 Greens, Spinach, 1 bunch 1032 Candy Roster, 1 1067 Greens, Turnip, 1bunch 1033 Candy Roster, Largest, 1 1069 Herbs in a vase, 1 bunch 1034 Carrot, 5 each 1070 Horseradish, 1 root 1035 Carrots, Largest, 1 1071 Kershaw, 1 1038 Chard, Red, 5 Stalks 1072 Kershaw, Largest, 1 1041 Corn, Sweet, Bicolor, 5 Ears 1073 Melon, Watermelon, 1 (slip shuck; do not cut off tips) 1074 Melon, Watermelon Largest, 1 1042 Corn, Sweet, White, 5 Ears 1075 Melon, Other, 1 (slip shuck; do not cut off tips) 1076 Mushroom, Cultivated (edible) 1043 Corn, Sweet, Yellow, 5 Ears 1081 Okra, Green, 5 each (slip shuck; do not cut off tips) 1082 Okra, Red, 5 each 1044 Corn, Ornamental, 5 Ears 1083 Okra, Vine, 5 each (slip shuck; do not cut off tips) 1085 Onion, Red, 5 each 1045 Cucumbers, Pickling, 5 each (tops removed to 2” and skinned) (max diameter 2”) 1086 Onions, White, 5 each 1046 Cucumbers, burpless, 3 each (tops removed to 2” and skinned) 1047 Cucumbers, Slicing, 3 each 1087 Onions, Yellow, 5 each 1048 Cucumbers, other, 3 each (tops removed to 2” and skinned) 1050 Eggplant, 1 each 1088 Onions, Scallions, Bunching, 5 each 1051 Eggplant, Japanese, 3 each (do not cut off tops) 1052 Garlic, Hardneck, 5 heads 1089 Onions, Shallot, 5 each 1053 Garlic, Elephant, 5 heads (do not cut off tops) 1054 Garlic, Softneck, 5 heads 1090 Parsnips, 5 each 1091 Peanuts, 10 each 1124 Squash, Yellow Straight neck, 3 each 1092 Peas, Black-eyed, 10 each 1125 Squash, Zucchini, 3 each 1093 Peas, Crowder, 10 each (up to 10”) 1094 Peas, Shelling, 10 each 1126 Squash, Zucchini, Largest 1 1095 Peas, Snow, Edible Pod, 10 each 1127 Squash, Other, 3 each 1096 Peas, Sugar Snap, 10 each (specific variety) 1097 Peas, Shelled for Display, 10 each 1128 Sunflower, Seeds in Head, 1 each 1098 Peppers, Banana, 3 each 1129 Sunflower, Largest, 1 1099 Peppers, Bell, Green, 3 each 1130 Tomatillo, Ripened Husk, 3 each 1100 Peppers, Bell, Red, 3 each 1131 Tomatoes, Commercial, 3” or larger, 1101 Peppers, Bell, Yellow, 3 each 1 tray (approx. 20 tomatoes per tray) 1102 Peppers, Other Sweet, 3 each 1132 Tomatoes, Commercial, under 3” (specify variety) Red, 1 tray (approx. 30 tomatoes per 1103 Peppers, Small Hot Pepper, 5 each tray) (up to 5”) 1133 Tomatoes, Commercial, under 3” 1104 Peppers, Large Hot Pepper, 5 each Yellow, 1 tray (approx. 30 tomatoes (over 5”) per tray) 1105 Peppers, Other Hot, 5 each 1134 Tomatoes, Red, Over 2”, 5 each (specify variety) 1135 Tomatoes, Red, Up to 2”, 10 each 1107 Potatoes, Red, 5 each 1136 Tomatoes, Yellow, Over 2”, 5 each 1108 Potatoes, White, 5 each 1137 Tomatoes, Yellow, Up to 2”, 10 each 1109 Potatoes, Yellow, 5 each 1138 Tomatoes, Roma, Type, 5 each 1110 Potato, Largest 1139 Tomatoes, Pink, 5 each 1111 Potatoes, Sweet, 5 each 1140 Tomatoes, Heirloom, 5 each 1112 Potatoes, Sweet, Largest (specify variety) 1113 Pumpkin, 1 1141a Tomatoes, Other, Up to 2” -10 each, 1114 Pumpkin, Largest 1 (specify variety) 1116 Radishes, 5 each 1141b Tomatoes, Other, over 2” – 5 each (cut tops off to 1”) (specify variety) 1117 Rhubarb, 5 Stems 1142 Tomato, Largest 1 1118 Squash, Acorn, 3 each 1143 Turnip, 3 each 1120 Squash, Butternut, 3 each 1144 Vegetables, other, 1 each 1122 Squash, Patty Pan/Scallop, 3 each (specify variety) 1123 Squash, Yellow Crookneck, 3 each 1145 Vegetables, Any, Ugliest, 1 each
Class B- Grapes 1149 Grapes, Concord, 3 bunches 1150 Grapes, Other, 3 bunches (specify variety)
Class C- Apples 1154 Commercial Display, consisting of 5 trays and two or more varieties Single Trays; Apples 1155 Delicious, Golden 1156 Delicious, Red 1157 Cortland 1158 Ida Red 1159 Jonathan 1160 McIntosh 1161 Sheepnose 1162 Rome 1163 Jonagold 1164 Stayman 1165 Other (specify variety) Plate Displays; Apples 1166 Delicious, Golden, 3 each 1167 Delicious, Red, 3 each 1168 Granny Smith, 3 each 1169 Apple, Other, 3 each (specify variety)
Plate Displays; Other Fruits 1177 Blackberries, 1 pint in glass container 1178 Raspberries, 10 each 1179 Blueberries, 10 each 1180 Peaches, 3 each 1181 Pears, 3 each 1182 Strawberries, 1 pint in glass container 1182 Any other small fruit or berry not already listed, 10 each (specify variety)
DEPARTMENT C – PLANTS AND FLOWERS AWARDS AND JUDGING: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons in each category. Haywood County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program is sponsoring special premiums for rosettes: Blue, $100; Red, $75; White, $50. Only one entry per exhibitor in any single class. Cut flowers may be shown in any size clear glass bottle, jar or vase supplied by the exhibitor Class A – Artistic Arrangement 1200 Plume Celosia, 3-5 stems 1184 Most artistic arrangement of 1201 Cockscomb Type Celosia, 3-5 stems cultivated flowers: one variety 1202 Marigolds, 3-5 stems (companion material permitted) 1203 Nasturtiums, 3-5 stems 1185 Most artistic arrangement of 1206 Zinnias, 3-5 stems cultivated flowers: more than one 1207 Collection of Any Annual Flower variety Not Listed 3-5 stems (specify (companion material permitted) variety) 1186 Most artistic arrangement of 1208 Any Rare or Unusual Annual Not cultivated and wildflowers: more Listed, 1 stem (specify variety) than one variety 1209 Annual Flower Specimen, 3-5 stems 1187 Arrangement of wildflowers native 1210 Sunflower, 3-5 stems to Carolina mountains (wild seeds, fruit, foliage permitted; Class C- Perennials accessories permitted; materials from 1212 Collection of Chrysanthemums, 3-5 the state conservation list may not be stems used.) 1213 Collection of Phlox, 3-5 stems 1189 Arrangement of fruits and/or 1214 Rose, Specimen, 1 stem vegetables (Container supplied by 1215 Collection of Roses, 3-5 stems exhibitor) 1216 Flowering Shrub, 3-5 stems 1190 Arrangement of dried plant material 1217 Flowering Vine, 3-5 stems (accessories permitted but other 1218 Collection of any Perennial Flowers materials not permitted) Not Listed, 3-5 stems (specify 1191 Gourd arrangement (companion variety) material permitted) 1219 Shasta Daisy, 3-5 stems 1192 Holiday arrangement, all-natural 1220 Cone Flower, Any color, 3-5 stems materials (accessories permitted) 1221 Rudbeckia, 3-5 stems 1222 Hydrangea, 3-5 stems Class B- Annuals 1223 Perennial Flower Not Listed, 3-5 1193 Dahlia, Cactus- Under 10”, 1 stem stems (specify variety) 1194 Dahlia, Cactus- 10” and over, 1 stem 1224 Rare or Unusual Perennial Flower 1195 Dahlia, Formal/Informal, Under 8”, Specimen, 3-5 stems (specify 1 stem variety) 1196 Dahlia, Formal/Informal, 8” and over, 1 stem 1197 Dahlia, Any One Variety, 1 stem 1198 Dahlia, Pompon, Under 2”, 1 stem 1199 Dahlia Collection, More than one variety Class D- Plotted Plants 1225 African Violet, Shade of Violet 1226 African Violet, Pink 1227 African Violet, Any Other Color 1228 Asparagus Fern 1229 Begonia, Angel Wing/Dragon Wing 1230 Begonia, Foliage (Rex) 1231 Begonia, Waxleaf 1232 Fuchsia 1233 Geranium 1234 New Guinea Impatiens 1235 Impatiens (Sultana) 1236 Double Impatiens (Sultana) 1237 Tuberous Begonia 1239 Coleus 1240 Gloxinia 1241 Ferns 1245 Philodendron 1246 Cacti, Flowering 1247 Cacti 1248 Orchid 1249 Pepper (ornamental) 1251 Rare or Unusual Specimen (specify variety) 1252 Succulent 1253 Any Other Potted Annual (specify variety) 1254 Any Other Potted Perennial (specify variety) 1255 Jade 1256 Foliage Hanging Basket 1257 Foliage Plant, Specimen 1258 Flowering Hanging Basket 1259 Potted Herbs
Class E- Dish Garden 1259 Cultivated Dish Garden, 4”-10” 1260 Cultivated Dish Garden, Over 10” 1261 Terrarium 1263 Potted Evergreen (specify variety)
DIVISION III HOME ECONOMICS AWARDS AND JUDGING: First, Second and Third place ribbons will be awarded in all categories. Entries must be the work of the exhibitor. Exhibitors are allowed more than one entry per class. Entry can win prize only one time. Three rosettes will be awarded in each department: 1st place: $25, 2nd place: $15, 3rd place: $10.
Labeling Rules: All canned goods MUST have a label on the jar which states the processing method (pressure canner/boiling water bath canner) and the processing time. Jars submitted without labels will be disqualified. The recommendations in the current Ball Blue Book and the USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning (available online) will be the judging standard.
DEPARTMENT A – FOOD PRESERVATION Criteria for Judging Class A & B Color 20 points That of the natural fruit or vegetable Liquid 10 points Appropriate for product and method of processing Appearance 40 points Uniformly well-ripened products; no defective or over-ripe fruits or vegetables. Only young fruits and vegetables should be canned. Appropriate size 10 points Uniformity of shape and size appropriate for product. Pack 10 points Arrangement with reference to symmetry and best use of space within the jar. Attractiveness of pack should be considered but not time-wasting fancy packs. Jar Fill 10 points Containers should be filled to level specified by standard recommendations. CLASS A – CANNED FRUITS CLASS B – CANNED VEGETABLES Pint or Quart Jars Pint or Quart Jars 2001 Apples, sliced 2015 Beets 2002 Applesauce 2016 Beans, Cornfield 2003 Blackberries 2017 Beans, Green 2004 Raspberries 2018 Carrots, Sliced or Diced 2005 Cherries 2020 Corn, Creamed Style 2006 Peaches 2021 Corn, Whole Kernel 2007 Pears 2023 Greens (Chard, Cress, Mustard, 2008 Plums Turnip, Kale, Spinach, Poke) 2009 Pie Filling 2024 Okra 2010 Other Canned Fruits 2025 Peas, Green 2026 Peas, Black-Eyed 2027 Pumpkin 2028 Soup Mixture 2029 Sweet Potatoes 2030 Tomatoes, Whole 2031 Tomatoes, Cut 2032 Soup, Other 2033 Other Canned Vegetables
CLASS C – PRESERVES Half-Pint or Pint Jars – should be filled to ¼” of top of standard canning jars and must be processed in a boiling water bath for airtight seal (no paraffin).
Preserves contain whole fruits or fruit pieces that retain their shape and are clear, shiny, tender and plump. The fruits are suspended in a clear syrup that is the consistency of honey or soft jelly.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING Shape 10 points Small fruit should be whole and have original shape as nearly as possible; larger fruits should maintain sliced shape. Clearness & Color 25 points Fruit should be translucent and not too dark; liquid should be clear. Flavor 30 points Natural fruit flavor, not overpowered with too much sugar. Texture 10 points Tender, but firm and plump. Pack and Fill 5 points Arrangement of fruit with reference to symmetry of jar; filled to ¼” of top, water bath processed. Consistency 10 points Juice should be of honey consistency or slightly jellied. Proportion of Syrup to Fruit 10 points One-third juice; two-thirds fruit.
CLASS C – PRESERVES 2040 Apples 2047 Plum 2041 Blackberry 2048 Raspberry 2042 Blueberry 2049 Strawberry 2043 Cherry 2050 Strawberry-Rhubarb 2044 Grape 2051 Watermelon Rind 2045 Peach 2052 Other Preserves 2046 Pear
CLASS D – JAMS, BUTTERS, CONSERVES, MARMALADES Half-Pint or Pint Jars – should be filled to ¼” of top of standard canning jars and must be processed in a boiling water bath for airtight seal (no paraffin).
Jams are made from crushed fruits cooked to a smooth consistency that will mound up on a spoon, but not jelly firm. Butters usually have spices added. Conserves are fruit mixtures of jam consistency often containing citrus. A true conserve contains nuts and raisins. Marmalades contain small pieces of fruit or citrus peel evenly suspended in a transparent jelly.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING Smoothness 20 points Tender fruit with smooth texture. Flavor 35 points Natural fruit flavor, not overpowered with added ingredients or spices. Consistency & Texture 30 points Tender and will mound in spoon; not tough, sticky, or gummy; spread easily. Color & Clearness 10 points Shiny fruit color; marmalades clear with suspended citrus. Jar Fill/Process 5 points Filled to ¼” of top of standard canning jars and water bath processed.
CLASS D – JAMS, BUTTERS, CONSERVES, MARMALADES 2060 Apple Butter 2070 Raspberry Jam 2061 Blackberry Jam 2071 Strawberry Jam 2062 Blueberry Jam 2072 Strawberry-Rhubarb 2063 Grape Jam 2073 Mixed Berry Jam 2064 Orange Marmalade 2075 Other Butters 2065 Pear Jam 2076 Other Conserves 2066 Peach Butter 2077 Other Marmalades 2067 Pear Butter 2078 Mixed Flavor Jam 2068 Pear Honey (Pineapple Added) 2079 Peach Jam 2069 Plum
CLASS E – JELLY Half-Pint or Pint Jars – should be filled to ¼” of top of standard canning jars and must be processed in a boiling water bath for airtight seal (no paraffin).
Jellies are usually made by cooking fruit juice with sugar. It should be firm enough to hold its shape when turned out of the container but should quiver when the container is moved.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING Color 10 points Pronounced, yet natural color. Clearness 10 points Transparent and sparkling. Crystals 10 points Lack of – no sign of crystallization. Flavor 30 points Consistency 35 points Tender; breaks with distinct cleavage; angle hold shape; should not be syrupy, sticky or tough. Jar Fill/Process 5 points Fill jars to ¼” of top of standard canning jars and process in boiling water bath. CLASS E - JELLY 2085 Apple 2090 Plum 2086 Blackberry 2091 Raspberry 2087 Crabapple 2092 Strawberry 2088 Grape 2093 Blueberry 2089 Peach 2094 Other Jelly
CLASS F – JUICES & SYRUPS Half-pint, Pint and ½ Gallon Jars (Fruit Juice). Pint and Quart (tomato/vegetable juice). ½ pint (syrup) – should be filled to recommended headspace in standard canning jars depending on product and must be processed in a boiling water bath for airtight seal.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING Color 30 points Typical color of well-ripened tomato or fruit. Stability 30 points Absence of Defects 30 points No particles of fiber, skin or seed. Container 10 points Juices in standard canning jars that have been water bath processed and have airtight seals.
CLASS F – JUICES & SYRUPS 2100 Apple 2105 Other Fruit Juice 2101 Blackberry Juice 2106 Berry Syrup 2103 Grape Juice 2107 Grape Syrup 2104 Tomato Juice
CLASS G – PICKLES AND RELISHES Half-Pint, Pint or Quart Jars, depending on product. Should be filled to ½” of top of standard canning jars and must be processed in a boiling water bath for airtight seal.
Size & Shape 20 points Uniform in size and shape. Texture 30 points Firm, not tough, not soft or flabby. Color 15 points As near natural color as possible (unless specified). Flavor 25 points Natural flavor, not over-spiced. Proportion of pickle to liquid 10 points Jar filled with pickles; liquid to cover and fill spaces. Jar Fill/Process 5 points Standard canning jars should be filled to ½” of the top and processed in a boiling water bath.
CLASS G – PICKLES AND RELISHES 2110 Beans, Dill and Garlic 2126 Peach, Sweet 2111 Beans, Pickled 2127 Pear, Sweet 2112 Beets, Pickled 2128 Pepper Relish 2113 Bread and Butter Pickles 2129 Pickled Pepper 2115 Chow-Chow 2130 Sauerkraut (cabbage, pepper, onions, green 2131 Squash tomatoes) 2132 Tomato, Green 2116 Corn Relish 2133 Tomato Relish 2118 Cucumber Pickle, Dill, Whole 2134 Zucchini 2119 Cucumber Pickle, Dill, Sliced 2135 Pickles, Mixed 2120 Cucumber Pickle, Sweet 2136 Other Relish 2121 Dixie Relish 2137 Other Sweet Pickles 2123 Mustard Pickle 2138 Other Dill Pickles 2124 Okra Pickle 2139 Chutneys 2125 Onion Pickle
CLASS H – SAUCES, CATSUP, AND VINEGARS See specific product listing for details in jar recommendations and headspace.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING Color 35 points Typical color of vegetable or product. Stability 35 points Little or no tendency to separate after standing a few minutes. Absence of Defects 15 points No particles of fiber, skin or seed. Container 15 points Standard canning jars should be filled to recommended headspace and be pressure or boiling water bath processed per product recommendations to form an airtight seal. *
CLASS H – SAUCES, CATSUP, AND VINEGARS 2140 Chili Sauce 2141 Tomato Catsup 2142 Spaghetti Sauce with meat (Must be pressure canned.) 2143 Spaghetti Sauce no meat (Must be pressure canned.) 2144 Tomato Sauce 2145 Hot Pepper Sauce 2146 Salsa 2147 Other Sauces 2148 Vinegars *(no requirement for processing or standard jars).
CLASS I – MEATS Standard canning jars and head space recommendations for specific meat products should be used.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING Appropriate size 40 points Uniformity of shape and size appropriate for product. Liquid 40 points Appropriate for product and method of processing. Pack/Jar Fill 20 points Arrangement of the pack, no fat creeping up the sides. Containers should be filled to level specified by standard recommendations.
CLASS I - MEATS 2150 Fish, Canned 2151 Sausage, Canned 2152 Meat, Canned
CLASS J – DRIED Fruits, vegetables and herbs may be dried by any method. They should be placed in half pint or pint jars only, with tight fitting lids. Label contents and give method used for drying.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING Appropriate size 25 points Uniformity of shape and size appropriate for product. Moisture content 25 points Appropriate dryness for specific product. Flavor 25 points Natural flavor, not over spiced or overly sweet. Color 20 points As near natural color as possible. Pack/Jar Fill 5 points Appropriate jar size. Appropriate pack for specific product. Evidence of conditioning for fruits.
CLASS J - DRIED 2156 Dried Fruits 2157 Dried Vegetables 2158 Dried Leathers 2159 Dried Herbs, Culinary 2160 Dried Herbs, Medicinal 2161 Other Special Exhibits
CLASS K – FIVE JAR EXHIBITS
JUDGING CRITERIA Quality of Product 75 points Total Visual Presentation 25 points
2165 5 jar exhibit of canned fruit, 5 varieties 2166 5 jar exhibit of preserves, 5 varieties 2167 5 jar exhibit of jams, butters, conserves, marmalades, 5 varieties (half-pints and pints) 2168 5 jar exhibit of jellies, 5 varieties (half-pints and pints) 2169 5 jar exhibit of pickles, relishes (pints only) 2170 5 jar exhibit of sauces, 5 varieties 2171 Best exhibit of conserved products, consisting of 5 or more jars including: fruits, vegetables, pickles, jellies, jams and preserves
CLASS L – HONEY Rosettes awarded for best overall. Blue $25, Red $15, White $10. Rule for honey entry: EACH entry must include 3 jars no less than 14oz in size.
2180 Honey Extracted, Light, 3 jars 2181 Honey Extracted, Dark, 3 jars 2182 Honey Chunk, Light, 3 jars 2183 Honey Chunk, Dark, 3 jars
CLASS M – HONEY COMBS
2186 One deep comb for extracting 2187 One shallow comb for extracting 2188 One deep comb for chunk cutting
CLASS N – HONEY PRODUCTS
2190 Display of beeswax products – candles, carvings, models, novelties, etc. 2191 Cosmetic items containing beeswax. 2192 Beeswax in sizes and shapes commonly on sale by the apiarist. (not less than 1 lb.)
DEPARTMENT B – BAKED GOODS
AWARDS AND JUDGING: All entries must be the work of the exhibitor. Exhibitor must provide a legible recipe with the entry. First, second and third place ribbons will be awarded in each class, premium amounts pending, plus department B Baked Goods rosettes. Baked goods entries should be delivered to the Dogwood Event Center at 10 AM Saturday, August 28 for live judging. *Pie plates will be returned to the owners following the bake sale.
Take home a slice of the fair! Following the baking and pie contests at 10 AM Saturday, in the Dogwood Event Center there will be a bake sale for the delicious homemade entries.
King Arthur Flour Baking Contest
PRIZES: 1st place overall: $75 gift certificate to the Baker’s Catalogue/kingarthurflour.com and $25 cash prize 2nd place overall: $50 gift certificate to the Baker’s Catalogue/kingarthurflour.com and $15 cash prize 3rd place overall: $25 gift certificate to the Baker’s Catalogue/kingarthurflour.com and $10 cash prize SPECIAL RULES: Exhibitor must use King Arthur Flour in his/her recipe and is required to bring the opened bag of King Arthur Flour or submit a UPC label from the flour bag when he/she submits the entry. Exhibitor chooses his/her own recipe. All entries must be submitted on a disposable container (such as foil wrapped cardboard) and covered with plastic wrap for judging.
Class A Pound Cake – 1 cake Class B Yeast Breads – 1 loaf or dozen Class C Quick breads Class D Cookies & Brownies – 1 dozen
Class E - Barber Orchards Fruit Stand Double Crust Apple Pie Contest
PRIZES: 1st (blue) $25; 2nd (red) $15; 3rd (white) $10 SPECIAL RULES: Exhibitor chooses recipe. Crust must be made from scratch. Main ingredient must be apples, however other fruits or nuts may be added.
DEPARTMENT C – HOME FURNISHINGS
CLASS A – AFGHANS CLASS F – NEEDLEWORK
2400 Baby 2450 Original Cross Stitch 2401 Crocheted 2451 Counted Cross Stitch 2402 Knitted 2452 Stamped Cross Stitch 2403 Woven 2453 Cross Stitch not already listed 2404 Other 2454 Needlepoint 2455 Crewel CLASS B – BEDSPREADS 2456 Embroidery – Hand-embroidered item 2410 Crocheted 2457 Embroidery – machine-embroidered 2411 Knitted item 2412 Sewn 2413 Appliqued (not quilted) CLASS G – QUILTS 2414 Other 2460 Bed quilts, appliqued CLASS C – TABLE LINENS 2461 Bed quilts, pieced 2462 Bed quilts, mixed techniques 2420 Tablecloth 2463 Baby quilts 2421 Placemat 2464 Machine quilted 2422 Table Runner 2465 Yoyo quilt 2423 Napkins 2466 Other 2424 Matching Set 2425 Other CLASS H – RUGS
CLASS D – WALL HANGINGS 2470 Braided 2471 Hooked 2430 Crewel 2472 Crocheted 2431 Woven 2473 Other 2432 Macramé 2433 Quilted 2434 Other
CLASS E – PILLOWS 2440 Crocheted 2441 Quilted 2442 Knitted 2443 Sewn 2444 Other
DEPARTMENT D - CLOTHING CLASS A - SEWN CLOTHING; MEN & CLASS D – CROCHETED GARMENTS WOMEN 2350 Handbag/Purse 2300 Apron 2351 Hat 2301 Casual (Dress, Skirt, Pant, Shorts, 2352 Poncho/Wrap Blouse, Shirt, or Jumper) 2353 Scarf 2302 Dress (Dress, Skirt, pant, Blouse, 2354 Shawl Shirt or jumper) 2355 Sweater/Children 2304 Jacket 2356 Sweater/Infant 2305 Suit 2357 Sweater/Men 2306 Other sewn item not already listed 2358 Sweater/Women (specify item) 2359 Vest 2360 Other CLASS B - SEWN CLOTHING; INFANTS & CHILDREN CLASS E - DECORATED CLOTHING
2320 Dress clothing 2380 Decorated Sweatshirts 2321 Christening Gown 2381 Decorated Vests 2322 Coat 2382 Other Decorated Clothing 2323 Play clothes 2324 School clothes 2325 Sleepwear 2326 Smocked Garment 2327 Costume 2328 Other
CLASS C - KNITTED GARMENTS
2350 Handbag/Purse 2351 Hat 2352 Poncho/Wrap 2353 Scarf 2354 Shawl 2355 Sweater/Children 2356 Sweater/Infant 2357 Sweater/Men 2358 Sweater/Women 2359 Vest 2360 Other
DEPARTMENT E – CRAFTS
CLASS A - CERAMICS / POTTERY CLASS E - WOODWORKING
2480 Wheel throwing glazed 2530 Furniture 2481 Wheel throwing decorated 2531 Toys 2482 Hand formed 2532 Birdhouses 2483 Coil Built 2533 Other 2484 Other CLASS F - PAINTING CLASS B - JEWELRY 2540 Painting, oil 2490 Ring 2541 Painting, pastel 2491 Earrings 2542 Painting, charcoal 2492 Brooch / Pin 2543 Painting acrylic 2493 Bracelet 2544 Graphics, drawing, and prints 2494 Necklace 2545 Tole 2495 Other 3546 Sketches 2547 Watercolors CLASS C – BASKETRY 2548 Pen and ink 2549 Painted saws 2500 Rattan, Flat, oval 2550 3 painted rocks 2501 Rattan, round reed 2551 Other 2502 Combination material 2503 Ribbed work CLASS G - HOLIDAY DECORATIONS 2504 Coiled non - fabric 2505 Miniatures 2600 Christmas tree ornaments, 3, knit 2506 Natural gathered materials 2601 Christmas tree ornaments, 3, 2507 Twill Woven crocheted 2508 Decorated Painting 2602 Christmas tree ornaments, 3, 2509 Hardwoods needlepoint 2510 Other 2603 Christmas Tree ornaments, 3, Other from fabric CLASS D – WOODCARVING 2605 Christmas tree ornaments, 3, Other materials 2520 Animals 2606 Christmas tree skirt 2521 Toys/ dolls 2607 Christmas stocking 2522 Birds 2608 Christmas Wall hangings 2523 Fowl 2609 Any other holiday ornament/ 2534 Human Figures decorations 2525 Relief 2610 Bread dough decorations 2526 Walking canes 2611 Early American Decorative Articles 2527 Other 2012 Other decorated articles
CLASS H - OTHER CRAFTS 2634 Origami, paper 2635 Stenciling 2620 Brooms 2636 Gourds 2621 Chair seating 2637 Pumpkins, Painted 2622 Leather 2638 Pumpkins, Carved 2623 Dolls 2639 Taxidermy 2624 Stuffed animals 2640 Stained Glass 2625 Computer art 2613 Other 2627 Rock craft 2628 String art CLASS I - REDUCED, REUSED, 2629 Silk flowers RECYCLED 2630 Shell craft This craft item must be made from materials 2631 Blown glass that served a previous purpose. Include a 2632 Candles description of materials used to make your 2633 Metal punch reduced, reused, recycled craft
DIVISION IV – PHOTOGRAPHY TRADTIONAL & DIGITAL
DEPARTMENT A - AMATEUR Rules: Competition is limited to amateur photographers only. An amateur photographer is defined as one who does not now earn, nor in the past has earned, any income through photography. Photos which have previously won a ribbon in the Haywood County Fair are not eligible. The number of entries will be limited to two per person, per category.
Presentation: All Photos must be matted, but not mounted or framed. The name, address, and phone number of the photographer is to be displayed on the back of the mat so that no name is visible from the front before judging. Print size can be no larger than 11”x14”. A standard mat or mount, not poster board or flimsy cardboard, must be used. No oval mats.
3000 Color, Portraits 3001 Color, Children’s Portraits 3002 Color, Flowers and Plants 3003 Color, Landscape and Scenic 3004 Color, Animals 3005 Color, Farm Life 3006 Color, Seasons 3007 Color, Architecture 3008 Color, Human Interest 3009 Color, Insect 3010 Color, Selfie 3011 Black and White, Portraits 3012 Black and White, Children’s Portraits 3013 Black and White, Flowers and Plants 3014 Black and White, Landscape and Scenic 3015 Black and White, Animals 3016 Black and White, Farm Life 3017 Black and White, Seasons 3018 Black and White, Architecture 3019 Black and White, Human Interest 3020 Black and White, Insect 3021 Black and White, Selfie
DIVISION V – SECTION 1: YOUTH AND 4-H DIVISION
The youth division is divided into two age groups for judging. Ages 9-13 and ages 14-19. Judging procedures and criteria for these divisions are the same for the adult divisions, so please consult rules under those sections of the fair guide. All the exhibits must be the works of youth and be made in the last year. Rosettes will be awarded in the 9-13 and 14-19 groups only. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons will be awarded with $3 for blue ribbon. For ages 5-8, entries will be based on quality of the exhibit rather than by the rules stated above. Youth ages 5-8 will receive a purple ribbon and $1 entry. 4-H members are invited to enter display of their 4-H club or something they have learned in 4-H for the current year. Display are limited to tri-fold presentation board or 2 poster boards per entry. Department A: Ages 5-8 Department B: Ages 9-13 Department C: Ages 14-19
CLASS A: BAKED GOODS ** In addition to entry wrap a cookie, piece of cake, or a biscuit separately for the judges to sample.
4000 Mixes (¼ of a cake) 4006 Other muffins (5) 4001 Non-mixes (¼ of a cake) 4007 Quick Bread ½ loaf 4002 Cupcakes (5) 4008 Yeast bread ½ loaf 4003 Cookies (5) 4009 Biscuits (5) 4004 Brownies (5) 4010 Other baked goods 4005 Cornmeal muffins (5) 4011 Decorated baked goods
CLASS B – CANDY
4025 Fudge (5 squares) 4027 Other candies (5 pieces) 4026 Peanut Butter (5 Squares)
CLASS C – CANNED GOODS
Rules: Must be standard half pint, pint or quart jar. Non-standard canning jars will not be accepted. Label at bottom with name, age and address. Canned goods must have a label on the can that states the processing method and the processing time. The recommendations in the current Blue Ball Book and the USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning will be the judging standard.
4050 Beans 4057 Strawberry Jam 4064 Pickles 4051 Tomatoes 4058 Grape Jam 4065 Relishes 4052 Other veggies 4059 Other Jam 4066 Peaches 4053 Fruit 4060 Apple Jelly 4067 Other canned 4054 Juice, Vegetable 4061 Blackberry jelly goods 4055 Juice, Fruit 4062 Grape Jelly 4056 Blackberry jam 4063 Other Jelly FIVE JAR EXHIBITS
4075 Vegetables, 1 4079 Jelly, 1 variety 4083 Jams and jellies, variety 4080 Jams, 1 variety mixture 4076 Fruits, 1 variety 4081 Vegetables, 4084 Tomato juice 4077 Pickles mixture 4085 Other 5 jar exhibit 4078 Relishes, 1 variety 4082 Fruits, mixture
CLASS D – CLOTHING
All entries must be made by the exhibitor within the year. Bring all items on hangers. Entries must be labeled with exhibitor’s name, age, and address.
Judging Criteria: 100 Points 40 points General appearance 40 points Color combination, Cleanliness, Originality, Texture Combination, Pressing, Workmanship. 20 points Cut on Grain, Appropriateness and Choice of Seams, Seams Finishes, Hem Finish, Appropriate Choice and Application of Closures (button, zippers, snaps, hooks, and eyes) Design in Relation to Fashion and Fabric Selection
4100 Casual dress 4107 Clothing Accessory 4115 Any boys garment 4101 Dressy dress 4108 Formal 4116 Other clothing 4102 Skirt 4109 Sportswear youth 4103 Blouse 4110 Swimwear 4117 Tote 4104 Skirt/ Blouse 4111 Machine knitting 4118 Decorated/ Painting combo 4112 Doll clothes apparel 4105 Suit 4113 Vest 4119 Quilted Items 4106 Sleepwear 4114 Apron 4120 Other Sewing
CLASS E – CRAFTS
Label back, bottom, or inside with exhibitors name, age, and address.
4125 Applique 4137 Models (cars) 4126 Baskets 4138 Models (planes) 4127 Candles, decorated 4139 Models (ships) 4128 Candles, homemade 4140 Models (rockets 4129 Ceramics 4141 Models (other vehicles) 4130 Christmas Ornaments 4142 Models - Architecture (castles) 4131 Fabric Frames 4143 Models - Architecture (lighthouses) 4132 Jewelry 4144 Models - Architecture (farms) 4133 Leather Crafts 4145 Models - Architecture (other) 4134 Macramé 4146 Natural Materials (pinecones, seeds, 4135 Metal, tooled etc.) 4136 Metal, tin punch 4147 Needle crafts (embroidery, crewel, 4154 Stuffed Toys needle point, etc.) 4155 Tie Dying 4148 Pillows 4156 Weaving 4149 Pottery (thrown) 4157 Wood Carving 4150 Pottery (sculpted) 4158 Wood Working - Exhibit 4151 Pottery (other) 4159 Wood Working - Furniture 4152 Non-fired Clay Items 4160 Wall Hanging - Ready for Hanging 4153 Stenciling
**All paintings and artwork must be mounted and ready to hang. No loose-leaf or coloring pages.** 4161 Oil / Acrylic Painting - General 4178 Painted Fabric Item 4162 Oil / Acrylic Painting - Landscape 4179 Stained Glass 4163 Oil / Acrylic Painting - Still Life 4180 Other Crafts 4165 Pen Sketch 4181 Lego Creation 4166 Charcoal Sketch 4182 Fair Coloring Contest (if you wish to 4167 Crayon Sketch - Original enter this contest, print and color the picture 4168 Pencil Sketch - Original provided on the fair website – this picture is 4169 Water Color - Original the only eligible coloring page for this 4170 Computer Art - Color class.) 4171 Computer Art - Black and White 4183 Scarecrow Contest (for this class, 4172 Seasonal Art call the fairgrounds, then pick up your 4173 Painted Rocks scarecrow form at the fairgrounds, dress it as 4174 Decorated Rock you wish, and return on fair entry day. 4175 Sand Art Scarecrows will be displayed around the 4176 Crochet fairgrounds!) 4177 Knitted Item
CLASS F - GARDEN VEGETABLES
Exhibit on paper plate. Label bottom with name, age and address. Rotting vegetables will be thrown out and ribbons saved for pickup. Number in ( ) indicates number to be exhibited.
4200 Irish Potatoes (3) 4213 Carrot - Largest 4201 Tomatoes (3) 4214 Cantaloupe (1) 4202 Sweet Bell Peppers (3) 4215 Cantaloupe, Largest 4203 Hot Peppers (3) 4216 Okra (5) 4204 Green Beans (5) 4217 Nuts (60) 4205 Sweet Corn (3) 4218 Gourds, Small (3) 4206 Corn, Ornamental (3) 4219 Gourds, Largest (1) 4207 Squash, Acorn (3) 4220 Pumpkin, Best (1) 4208 Squash, Butternut (3) 4221 Pumpkin, Smallest 4209 Squash, Yellow Neck (3) 4222 Pumpkin, Largest 4210 Onions (3) 4223 Watermelon, Best (1) 4211 Cucumbers (3) 4224 Watermelon, Largest 4212 Carrots (3) 4225 Sweet Potatoes (3) 4226 Zucchini (1) 4230 Beets (3) 4227 Candyroaster, Best (1) 4231 Other Vegetable 4229 Eggplant (1) 4232 Other Vegetable, Largest
CLASS G - FRESH FRUITS
Place exhibit on plate. Label on bottom with name, age and address. Rotting vegetables will be thrown out and ribbons saved for pickup. Number in ( ) indicates number to be exhibited. 4250 Apple (3) 4251 Grapes (1 bunch) 4252 Pears (3) 4253 Other Fresh Fruits
CLASS H - CUT FLOWERS
Must be in container for displaying. Number in ( ) indicates number to be exhibited. 4300 Zinnias (3) 4310 Dahlias (1) 4301 Asters (3) 4311 Gladiolus (1) 4302 Marigolds, Dwarf (3) 4312 Wildflowers 4303 Marigolds, Giant (3) 4313 Sunflowers 4304 Petunias (3) 4314 Roses 4305 Snapdragons (3) 4315 Geraniums (3) 4306 Scarlet Sage (3) 4316 Dried Flowers 4307 Cockscomb 4317 Begonia 4308 Chrysanthemums (3) 4318 Impatiens 4309 Nasturtium (3) 4319 Other Cut Flowers
CLASS I - POTTED PLANTS
4350 Dish Gardens 4352 Terrarium (No Live Animals) 4351 Hanging Baskets 4353 Other Potted Plants
CLASS J - ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENT
4375 Most Artistic Arrangement of Cultivated Flowers 4376 Most Artistic Arrangement of Cultivated and Wild Flowers 4377 Most Artistic Arrangement of Wild Flowers Native to Carolina Mountains; Wild seeds 4378 Arrangement of Fruit and/or Vegetables (container supplied by exhibitor) 4379 Arrangement of Dried Plants Material (other material not permitted; but accessories are permitted) 4380 Gourd Arrangements, with companion material
CLASS K – COLLECTIONS
Label on back with name, age and address. Maximum box size: 18 ¾” x 23 ¾” x 3”. All collections MUST be covered/wrapped for viewing. 4385 Leaf Prints 4389 Rock Collections 4386 Leaf Collections 4390 Recycling Materials Exhibit 4387 Seed Collections 4391 Other Collections 4388 Flower Collections CLASS L – ELECTRIC
4400 Lamps 4401 Other Electric Items
CLASS M – ENTOMOLOGY Label on back of box or case with name, age, and address. Maximum box size: 18 ¾” x 23 ¾” x 3”. Only boxes with these dimensions will be eligible for State competition.
4410 Insect Collection
CLASS N - PHOTOGRAPHY TRADITIONAL AND DIGITAL The number of photography entries is limited to two per person, per category. PRESENTATION: All photos are to be matted or mounted. No pictures should be framed. A standard mat or mount should be used; no flimsy poster board or cardboard. The name, address, and phone number of the photographer are to be on the back of the mat or mount so that no name is visible on front of mat or mount before judging. Print size can be no smaller than 4” X 6”; and no larger than 8” X 10”. Mat or mount size can be no larger than 11” X 14”. No oval mats.
4450 Color, Landscape and Scenic 4459 Black and White, Landscape and 4451 Color, Portraits Scenic 4452 Color, Flowers and Plants 4460 Black and White, Portraits 4453 Color, Animals 4461 Black and White, Flowers and Plants 4454 Color, Farm Life 4462 Black and White, Animals 4455 Color, Seasons 4463 Black and White, Farm Life 4456 Color, Architect 4464 Black and White, Seasons 4457 Color, Human Interest 4465 Black and White, Architecture 4458 Color, Selfie 4466 Black and White, Human Interest 4467 Black and White, Selfie
YOUTH EXHIBIT BOOTHS
Youth Organizations and clubs may set up exhibit booths at the fair at no cost. Open to Career and Technical Education chapters, 4-H, FFA, Scouts and others. Booth space of approximately 5’ by 5’ must be reserved and approved by contacting the Fairgrounds Manager at 828-400-1704 or [email protected]. Booth space is free, but no shows will be required to pay a $15 fee. Electric hookup $30.
DIVISION V, SECTION 2 INVITED EXHIBITS Exhibits created by adults with Developmental Disabilities
Class A
4500 Baskets 4507 Baked Items 4501 Floral Arrangements 4508 Crochet or Knitted Items 4502 Needle Crafts 4509 Photography (See “Youth 4503 Pottery Photography” under Division Ⅴ 4504 Wood Working Class N for requirements) 4505 Painting (All art work must be 4510 Painted Rocks mounted and ready to hang. Frames 4511 Recycle Art are not required.) 4512 Other Crafts 4506 Sketches
DIVISION VI – LIVESTOCK Livestock Show Schedule Date Time Event Saturday, Aug 21 9 AM Horse Show Friday, Aug 27 5:30 PM Special Persons Show Friday, Aug 27 6:30 PM Sheep Show Friday, Aug 27 – Saturday, Judging: 8/27, 6 PM Poultry Show Aug 28 Show: 8/28, 8-5 Saturday, Aug 28 9 AM Goat Show Saturday, Aug 28 11 AM Dairy Show Saturday, Aug 28 Noon Beef Cattle Show Sunday, Aug 29 2 PM Swine Show Sunday, Aug 29 Noon Rabbit Show
HOW TO ENTER: All Junior livestock exhibitors must register online by July 31, 2021. There is no entry fee for youth shows. Show programs will be based on entry forms; one change per species. To register, go to www.smokymountaineventcenter.org. Note parking and exhibitor pass rules when registering. *Online registration does not apply to horses which are registered onsite. AWARDS AND JUDGING: Premiums and trophies will be awarded by the Haywood County Fair, Livestock Chairman Jim Cochran. Additional livestock premiums will be awarded by the Haywood County Cattleman’s Association and by the Haywood County Farm Bureau. *Two animals are required to constitute a class, unless otherwise noted. Classes may be combined at the discretion of the show committee.
GENERAL RULES Barn Space: Every attempt will be made to provide space for all entries. If barn space becomes limited, the barn committee will allocate space according to date entry is received and will limit entries from individual exhibitors to provide for as many different exhibitors as possible. Responsibility for Accident: The Smoky Mountain Event Center and the Haywood County Fair Committee and livestock committees shall not be responsible for any accident which may occur to, or by reason of, any animal or animals being exhibited at the fair. By entering, exhibitors agree to hold the Smoky Mountain Event Center and the Haywood County Fair Committee blameless and indemnify them against any legal proceedings arising from any such actions or accidents. Health Regulations: All livestock must be checked by an accredited veterinarian upon arrival at the livestock barn. EXHIBITOR REQUIREMENTS: Age: All livestock categories are open to youth 19 years of age and under. Age group for showmanship classes (age 8-13 and age 14-19) is determined by the exhibitors age as of show day, except Dairy, which is based on youth age as of Jan. 1, 2021. Animals shown by youths under the age of 8 will not be judged against one another. Responsibilities: All exhibitors will be expected to provide their own feed and equipment. Bedding will be available (sawdust). Exhibitors will be responsible for bedding their animals and keeping their areas neat and clean. Check-In: Swine must be checked in from noon to 2 PM Sunday, August 29. All other livestock will be checked in from 2-5 PM on Friday, August 27th. Release from Show: Livestock are released the day of their respective show following the last class of animals of their respective show that day. Exhibitors removing their livestock from the livestock barn prior to release time will forfeit their premiums. Safety: Exhibitors with unruly/unmanageable livestock that endanger the safety of exhibitors and spectators will be required to remove their livestock from the fairgrounds at the discretion of the check-in and rules enforcement committee. Exhibitors must follow posted traffic signs and park in designated areas during check-in and show hours. The rules enforcement committees’ decisions shall be final.
DEPARTMENT A – JUNIOR MARKET SWINE SHOW Only barrows and gilts are eligible for show.
Showmanship 5100 Non-Competitive Market Hog show for under age 8 5110 Junior Market Hog Showmanship, ages 8-13 5120 Senior Market Hog Showmanship, ages 14-19
Jr Market Swine Classes 5130 Market Swine (by weight)
DEPARTMENT B - DAIRY CATTLE SHOW
Only Dairy Heifers and Cows are eligible for show. Dairy Heifers and Cows must be shown at halter.
Please select the appropriate class and the breed code for your individual animals.
Breed Codes: Ayrshire – AY Guernsey – GU Jersey – JE Brown Swiss – BS Holstein - HO
5210 Baby Calf (born after 5/31/21) 5240 Fall Calf (born between 9/01/20 - 5220 Spring Calf (born between 3/01/21 - 11/30/20) 5/31/21) 5250 Yearling Heifer (born between 5230 Winter Calf (born between 12/01/20 9/01/19 - 8/31/20) - 2/28/21) 5260 Milking Cow (born before 9/01/19)
Showmanship 5340 Non-Competitive Showmanship, under 8 5350 Junior Dairy Showmanship, ages 8-11 5360 Intermediate Dairy Showmanship, ages 12-14 5370 Senior Dairy Showmanship, ages 15-19 *Showmanship champions will receive halters donated by Smoky Mountain Farmer’s Cooperative, Waynesville.
DEPARTMENT C - MEAT GOAT SHOW Only wethers and does are eligible for show. Goats must be shown at halter. Breeding doe classes will be shown by breed. Market classes will be determined based on the weight of the animal. Animals will be weighed during check-in.
5410 Market Meat Goat – Wethers Only 5420 Commercial Doe Meat Goat Kid (with all baby teeth) 5430 Commercial Doe (missing at least one baby tooth and older)
Showmanship 5550 Meat Goat and Breeding Doe Show 5570 Senior Goat Showmanship, ages 14- for under age 8 19 5560 Junior Goat Showmanship, ages 8-13
DEPARTMENT D - SHEEP SHOW Only wethers and ewes are eligible for show. Market Lamb Classes will be broken according to number of entries. Breeding Ewe classes will be shown by breed. Market classes will be determined based on the weight of the animal. Animals will be weighed during check-in.
MARKET LAMB SHOW 5620 Market Lamb Youth
COMMERCIAL EWE SHOW 5640 Spring Ewe Lambs comm. (born 5660 Yearling Ewes comm. (born 9/01/19 after 1/01/21) - 8/31/20) 5650 Fall Ewe Lambs comm. (born 5670 Ewes comm. (born before 9/01/19) 9/01/20 - 12/31/20)
BREED EWE SHOW Please choose both the class and the breed code of your animals.
Breed Codes: Dorset – DO Hampshire – HA Southdown – SO Katahdin – KA Other Purebred – OP
5690 Spring Ewe Lambs (born after 5710 Yearling Ewes (born 9/01/19 - 1/01/21) 8/31/20) 5700 Fall Ewe Lambs (born 9/01/20 - 5720 Ewes, (born before 9/01/19) 12/31/20)
Showmanship 5730 Market Lamb and Ewe Show for under age 8 5740 Junior Sheep Showmanship, ages 8-13 5750 Senior Sheep Showmanship, 14-19
DEPARTMENT E - BEEF CATTLE SHOW GENERAL RULES: Beef cattle must be shown at halter. Calves in cow/calf class must be 205 days old or younger. Steers and heifers must be home grown with 750 lb. maximum weight each. Animals will be weighed during check-in. -Pen of three feeder calves: may be shown at halter by juniors in correct class entered. Feeder calves must be dehorned, castrated and healed. -Heifers: shown by breed -Market Steers: open to the Western Showmanship Circuit counties (Haywood, Buncombe, Caldwell, Catawba, Macon & Madison). Market steer classes will be broken according to number of entries. Market classes will be determined based on the weight of the animal. FEEDER CALF/STEER SHOW 5830 Feeder Steers 350-750 lbs. 5850 Market Steer 5840 WNC Dairy Beef Steer Project BREEDING HEIFER SHOW Please choose both the correct class and the breed code for your animal. Breed Codes: Angus – AN Brahman – BR Charolais – CH Gelbvieh – GB Hereford – HF %Simmental – PS Red Angus – RA Shorthorn – SH Simmental – SM All Other Breeds – AOB 5860 Heifers (born March 21 or after) 5910 Heifers (born May-June 20) 5920 Heifers (born March-April 20) 5870 Heifers (born Jan-Feb 21) 5930 Heifers (born Jan-Feb 20) 5880 Heifers (born Nov-Dec 20) 5940 Heifers (born Nov-Dec 19) 5950 Heifers (born Sept-Oct 19) 5890 Heifers (born Sept-Oct 20) 5960 Cow/Calf Pair 5900 Heifers (born July-Aug 20)
COMMERCIAL HEIFER SHOW 5980 Heifers (born March-April 21) 6140 Heifers (born March-April 20) 5990 Heifers (born Jan-Feb 21) 6150 Heifers (born Jan-Feb 20) 6100 Heifers (born Nov-Dec 20) 6160 Heifers (born Nov-Dec 19) 6110 Heifers (born Sept-Oct 20) 6170 Heifers (born Sept-Oct 19) 6120 Heifers (born July-Aug 20) 6180 Cow/Calf Pair 6130 Heifers (born May-June 20)
Showmanship 6200 Feeder Steer and Heifer Show for 6240 Senior Beef Cattle Showmanship, Under age 8 ages 15-19 6210 Market Steer Western Showmanship, 6260 Int. Dairy Beef Steer Showmanship, Circuit Counties ages 12-14 6220 Junior Beef Cattle Showmanship, 6270 Senior Dairy Beef Steer ages 9-11 Showmanship, ages 15-19 6230 Int. Beef Cattle Showmanship, ages 12-14 *Showmanship Champions will receive halters donated by Smoky Mountain
Farmers Coop, Waynesville.
DEPARTMENT F – SPECIAL PERSONS SHOWMANSHIP SHOW Friday, August 27th 5:30 PM Sponsored by the McLeod Family, and Pisgah High School FFA.
6300 Special Persons Sheep Show
DEPARTMENT H – OPEN HORSE SHOW Saturday, August 21st, 2021 9 AM Entry Fees: $5 Admin Fee per rider Classes are $5 each, 5 for $20 Costume Class, $10 (fees from this class benefit Clothes to Kids) Vendor Booths $50 ($30 to Habitat for Humanity - Women Build, $20 HCFG) Stalls $20 Pony Rides $5 (benefits Clothes to Kids)
*Reserve the right to consolidate or cancel classes with less than five entries. *Registration will be held on-site 8/21 beginning at 8 AM.*
Classes / Schedule English Classes Lead Line Ground Poles 12 and Under Walk Only Ground Poles 13-17 Walk/Trot with Assistance Ground Poles 18+ Walk Trot 12 and Under Cross Rails 12 and Under Walk Trot 13-17 Cross Rails 13-17 Walk Trot 18+ Cross Rails 18+ Walk Trot Canter 12 and Under Go As You Please 12 and Under Walk Trot Canter 13-17 Go As You Please 12-17 Walk Trot Canter 18+ Go As You Please 18+
Fun Classes Bloomers Race Costume Class Egg & Spoon Driving
Gaited Classes Trail 12 and Under Go As You Please 18+ Trail 13-17 Flat Shod 12 and Under Trail 18+ Flat Shod 13-17 Go As You Please 12 and Under Flat Shod 18+ Go As You Please 13-17
Western Classes Lead Line Walk Jog 18+ Walk Only Walk Jog Lope 12 and Under Walk Jog with Assistance Walk Jog Lope 13-17 Walk Jog 12 and Under Walk Jog Lope 18+ Walk Jog 13-17 Go As You Please 12 and Under Go As You Please 12-17 Ranch 12 and Under Go As You Please 18+ Ranch 13-17 Trail Pleasure 12 and Under Ranch 18+ Trail Pleasure 13-17 Halter / In-Hand Trail Pleasure 18+
Speed Classes
Fastest Around the Track Barrels 12 and Under Buddy Pick Up Barrels 13 and Up Poles
DEPARTMENT I - POULTRY SHOW STANDARD, BANTAM, DUCK, GEESE, GUINEA, AND TURKEY SHOW Superintendent: Joshua Justice ([email protected]) Entry Deadline: July 31st, 2021 Check-in and Blood Test: Thursday, Aug. 26th 10 AM – 12 PM Release: Saturday, Aug. 28th 5 PM
GENERAL RULES FOR POULTRY SHOW 1. Birds will be entered in single classes only. 2. Birds will be judged in class listed on entry form. No class changes during check‐in. 3. All birds will be cared for and fed by the fair. 4. The fair will furnish cages and cups for food and water. 5. The fair management reserves the right to interpret, amend, or add to these rules. 6. All birds must be entered in the name of the bona fide owner, who must have owned the birds for at least 60 days prior to deadline. 7. All birds are entered at the risk of the owner, and the Haywood County Fair will not be responsible for any loss or damage, but will exercise all possible vigilance in the care of the birds. No one will be allowed to handle birds on display except the owners and officials of the show. 8. The American Standard of Perfection will be the guide of the judges in awarding premiums. The premiums will be paid on standard varieties listed in this show catalog, and then only to worthy specimens. 9. Decision of the judges will be final, and no appeal will be considered 10. No exhibitor may accompany judges during their deliberations except such attendants as are necessary to handle and show livestock and other such exhibits. Any exhibitor attempting to interfere with adjudication, or who publicly expresses disapproval of the decision of the judges, will be excluded from further competition and any premiums previously won will be forfeited. 11. No single-entry class will be judged. Single entry classes will be moved to the “Any Other” breed Class. 12. Fraud or deception as to breeding, or in any other form, will be exposed and exhibitor guilty of such violation will be excluded from further participation in the fair and all premiums previously won will be forfeited. 13. The right is reserved and will be used to reject entries received after all available space is taken, even if this occurs before specified time for closing entries. 14. Production breeds can be shown, but will not be judged. 15. This is an exhibition show and is NOT a sanctioned APA or ABA event. 16. Classes may be combined or separated at the discretion of the Department Committee. Judging assignments are not made until the day of the show.
Judging 1. Judges will use the latest American Standard of Perfection. Judges may withhold prizes if birds are not of sufficient merit. 2. Any person who interferes with judges will forfeit all premiums. The decision of the judges will be final. 3. After the judging, exhibitors can place any advertising material, by the exhibitor, with his coop.
Health Regulations 1. All bird entries will be presented for examination (including blood test and swabs) to a representative of the NCDA & CS Veterinary Division before being placed in the show. 2. All chicken entries will originate from U.S. pullorum‐typhoid clean or equivalent flocks or have a negative pullorum‐typhoid test within 90 days of admission to the fair. The test requirements may be satisfied by a negative test conducted by a representative of the NCDA & CS Veterinarian Division at the time birds are brought to the fair. 3. All birds must be identified with numbered tamper‐proof bands. Bands placed on birds tested at the fairgrounds by a representative of the NCDA & CS Veterinarian Division will satisfy the requirement. The Health Regulations of the Veterinary Division of the N.C. Department of Agriculture will be strictly enforced. Be sure to read these under “Rules & Regulations of the Livestock Division” before entering. Animals cannot be unloaded until checked in. 4. No poultry shall have received a live virus vaccine within 45 days prior to entering the fair. It is recommended that all birds be vaccinated for laryngotracheitis with a modified live virus vaccine at least 45 days and not more than one year before the show. 5. Birds will not be accepted which are showing any clinical signs of an infectious or communicable disease or are infected with lice and/or mites. 6. All poultry exhibited at the Haywood County Fair shall have been in the possession of the exhibitor for 60 days prior to the deadline. Exhibitors will fill out the entry form completely. 7. Coops used in transporting live birds to the fair shall not be allowed inside the exhibit tent. A Champion and a Reserve Champion will be awarded for Standard Chicken, Bantam Chicken, Duck, Geese, Guinea, and Turkey. Rules and Regulations 1. Competition is open to all North Carolina residents. 2. Youth that are 5 and under can exhibit as non-competitive. They will receive ribbons only, no premium payout. 3. Entries are limited to 5 chicken per breed per exhibitor. Premiums: TBD
Class A - Standard Breeds Class B - Bantam Breeds 001-American 007-Game Plymouth Rock Modern Game Dominiques Old English Games Wyandottes Any Other Game Rhode Island Red Buckeyes 008-Single Comb Clean Legged not Game New Hampshires Dorking Any Other American Dutch Frizzles 002-Asiatic Japanese Brahmas Naked Neck Cochins New Hampshire Any Other Asiatic Welsumers Any Other Single Comb Clean Legged not 003-English Game Cornish Orpingtons 009-Rose Comb Clean Legged Australorps Dominiques Any Other English Sebrights Wyandottes 004-Mediterranean Any Other Rose Comb Clean Legged Leghorn White-Faced Black Spanish 010-All Other Combs Clean Legged Sicilian Buttercups Cornish Any Other Mediterranean Polish Any Other Combs Clean Legged 005-Continental Lakenvelders 011-Feather Legged Welsumers Belgian Bearded D’Uccle Polish Faverolles Faverolles Silkies Any Other Continental Any Other Feather Legged
006-All Other Standard Breeds Modern game Old English Frizzles Naked Necks Araucanas Ameraucanas Any Other Standard
Class C - DUCK BREEDS Class D - GEESE BREEDS 012-Heavy Weight Class 016-Heavy Class Pekin Toulouse Rouen Embden Muscovy African Any Other Heavy Weight Any Other Heavy
013-Medium Weight Class 017-Medium Class Crested Sebastopol Blue Swedish Any Other Medium Buff Any Other Medium Weight 018-Light Class Chinese 014-Light Weight Class Tufted Roman Runner Egyptian Khaki Campbell Any Other Light Magpie Any Other Light Weight Class E – GUINEA 019-Guinea 015-Bantam Ducks Call Duck Class F - TURKEY BREED Mallard 020-Turkey Any Other Bantam Royal Palm Broad Breasted Bronze Bourbon Red Black Spanish Narragansett Any Other Turkey
DEPARTMENT J – JUNIOR RABBIT SHOW GENERAL RULES FOR RABBIT SHOW **IMPORTANT NOTE: IF THERE IS AN OUTBREAK OF THE RHD VIRUS IN NORTH CAROLINA PRIOR TO THE SHOW, THE SHOW WILL BE CANCELLED. THIS DISEASE CAN BE DETRIMENTAL, SO OUT OF AN ABUNDANCE OF CAUTION, THIS WILL BE DETERMINED IN EARLY AUGUST.** Superintendent: Courtney Smith ([email protected]) 1. Rabbits must be registered online by July 31st, 2021 2. Ribbons will be awarded for winners, with premiums TBD. 3. This show is held in accordance with the Show Rules of the American Rabbit Breeders Association. However, the is a fun show and not a sanctioned ARBA show, so there are no legs that will be recorded. 4. Exhibitors must have entries under control at all times. Rabbit tattoo in the ear is recommended but not required at this time. If rabbit has a tattoo, the number is to be recorded on the entry form. 5. Rabbits exhibited must be clean, free of parasites and in good health. The superintendent may send any animal home at their discretion. 6. Check-in for rabbits will be Sunday, August 29th 8AM – 9 AM. Show will be Sunday, August 29th at 12:00 noon. Rabbits will be released at the conclusion of the show.
JUDGING: Each exhibitor is responsible for carrying his or her rabbit to the judging table at the proper time when called. A judging schedule will be posted the day of the show, but posted schedules are subject to change. Watch carefully so that you do not miss your class. Classes may be combined or separated at the discretion of the department committee. Judging assignments are not made until the day of the show. AWARDS: Ribbons will be awarded as prizes. Meat Rabbit/Cross Breeds 1. Rabbits in this class may be either crossbred or purebred, but may NOT have been shown in any other class. Classes are as follows: a. Roaster Class: Under 6 months of age; max weight 8 lbs., minimum weight 5.5 lbs. b. Stewer Class: 6 months of age and older; minimum weight 8 lbs. c. Single Fryer Class: not over 10 weeks of age; max weight 5 lbs. d. Meat Pen Class: consists of 3 rabbits – all the same breed and variety. Rabbits do not have to come from the same litter. Rabbits cannot be over 10 weeks and each rabbit cannot weigh over 5 lbs. Standard Bred Rabbits (Commercial – Six Class rule applies) Six class rabbits are divided into the following six classes: Senior bucks or does (ages 8 months or older) Intermediate bucks or does (6-8 months old) Junior bucks or does (under 6 months) Ages based on the rabbits age on the date of the show. 1. Entries in these divisions are limited to purebred rabbits of A.R.B.A. recognized breeds and varieties. 2. Rabbits will be judged following the current A.R.B.A. standards and rules. Classes for Standard Bred/Commercial Rabbits 27100 Junior Buck 27103 Intermediate Doe 27101 Junior Doe 27104 Senior Buck 27102 Intermediate Buck 27105 Senior Doe
Sub Classes for Standard/Commercial Breeds American – 001 Crème D’argent – 010 Angora (Giant) – 002 Flemish Giant – 011 Beveren – 003 Hotot – 012 Californian – 004 Lop (English) – 013 Champagne D’argent – 005 Lop (French) – 014 Checkered Giant – 006 New Zealand – 015 Chinchilla (American) – 007 Palomino – 016 Chinchilla Giant – 008 Satin – 017 Cinnamon – 009 Silver Fox – 018
Standard Bred Rabbits (Fancy – Four Class Rule applies) Four class rabbits are divided into the following four classes: Senior bucks or does (ages 6 months or older) Junior bucks or does (under 6 months) Ages based on the rabbits age on the date of the show. 1. Entries in these divisions are limited to purebred rabbits of A.R.B.A. recognized breeds and varieties. 2. Rabbits will be judged following the current A.R.B.A. standards and rules. Classes for Fancy Rabbits 27200 Junior Buck 27202 Senior Buck 27201 Junior Doe 27203 Senior Doe Sub Classes for Fancy Breed American Fuzzy Lop – 001 Jersey Wooly – 017 American Sable – 002 Lilac – 018 Angora (English) – 003 Lion Head – 019 Angora (French) – 004 Lop (Holland) – 020 Angora (Satin) – 005 Mini (Lop) – 021 Belgin Hare – 006 Mini Rex – 022 Britannia Petite – 007 Mini Satin – 023 Chinchilla (Standard) – 008 Netherland Dwarf – 024 Dutch – 009 Polish – 025 Dwarf Hotot – 010 Rex – 026 English Spot – 011 Rhinelander – 027 Florida White – 012 Silver – 028 Harlequin (Japanese) – 013 Silver Marten – 029 Harlequin (Magpie) – 014 Tan – 030 Havana – 015 Thrianta – 031 Himalayan – 016
Youth Rabbit Showmanship 1. Showmanship will be judged on the rabbit show day. 2. Age divisions are by age on the day of the show: a. Novice – Age 8 and under b. Junior – 9-11 years old c. Intermediate – 12-14 years old d. Senior – 15-18 years old 3. Judging will be done according to the following guidelines: a. Exhibitor: appearance, attitude, interest b. Animal: condition, cleanliness, grooming/nails c. Presentation: posing, knowledge, control of animals SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES 27300 Novice 27302 Intermediate 27301 Junior 27304 Senior *The committee will take every precaution against loss or mishap, but will not be held responsible should any occur. Your participation constitutes your agreement to hold harmless the Haywood County Fairgrounds, Haywood County Fair Livestock Committee and the Haywood Fair Poultry/Rabbit Committee from claims and losses.
DIVISION VII - Haywood County Fair Invitational Open Tractor Driving Contest Following the FFA Tractor Driving Contest, the course will be opened to any individual (ages 14 and up) who wishes to drive the course and compete. Entry Fee: $5 per try Contest Date & Time: Thursday, August 26th 4:30 PM (Register on-site beginning at 3 PM) Contest Rules: 1. Participants will be scored on their performance using the attached scorecard. Performances will be timed and the time is calculated into the individual score. 2. Participants start will a score of 0 and points are given for each infraction earned. The participant with the lowest score wins. 3. The contest will be completed using a hydrostatic tractor. 4. Tractor may be left running while hooking to the trailer; make sure you apply parking brake and take the tractor out of gear. 5. The trailer used in the event will have a wheel base of 5’ and a tongue length of 78”. 6. Time ends when the tractor is backed into the shed and engine shut off. 7. Participants may complete the course as many times as they like, provided there is enough time for all participants to compete at least once. Participants may not drive the course 2 consecutive times. 8. Sign-ups for this event will occur the day of the event, beginning at 4 PM. Prizes: Prizes TBD
Tractor Driving Score Card Scoring No. Errors Times Points Off 1. Failure to check neutral position before starting engine. ______x 25 ______2. Failure to disengage clutch while starting engine. ______x 50 ______3. Failure to set both brakes or set transmission in park before dismounting tractor. ______x 50 ______4. Failure to check P.T.O. for disengagement prior to starting engine (score only once at beginning of driving). ______x 50 ______5. Moving tractor with brakes set ______x 10 ______6. Turning too short and fouling equipment ______x 50 ______7. Unnecessary side skidding, or spinning of wheels, or operating tractor at unsafe speed, each instance. ______x 100 ______8. Other unsafe practices (score for each offense) Extra riders. ______x 100 ______Seat belt on tractor not used. ______x 50 ______Other (discretion of judges). ______x ______Total Points Off (SAFETY) ______1. Each change in direction other than necessary for course. ______x 10 ______2. Markers or lines: Touched. ______x 40 ______Knocked down or lines crossed. ______x 50 ______Running over a post ______x100 ______3. Rough clutch engagement, riding clutch, clashing of gears, or engine stalled, each instance. ______x 10 ______4 Measurement in shed (measure to nearest inch) Inches off-center, front. ______x 10 ______Inches off-center, rear. ______x 10 ______Inches greater than one from center-rear-post ______x 10 ______5. Time: Minutes ______Seconds _____ Total Seconds ______x0.2 ______6. Time in excess of 8 minutes, 100 points ______
Total Score ______DIVISION VIII - HAYWOOD FAIR TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL
Stock Tractor Pull: 10 a.m. Saturday, August 28 The weight classes are: 3500, 4000, 4500, 5000, 5500, 6000, 6500, 7000, 7500, 8000, 9000, 10,000, 11,000, and 12,000. Trophies will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. $20 per hook. East Tennessee Tractor Pullers Association rules will apply. Sponsored by Smart Farms. Registration onsite at 9 AM.
Truck Pull: 1 p.m. Sunday, August 29 CLASSES: All pulls hook to Heartbreaker 2 Transfer Sled. The classes include 1. Mini; 4- and 6-cylinder Rangers, S-10’s, Toyotas, and Jeep Cherokees 2. Short wheel base half ton pickups 3. Full-size half ton V-8 Blazers, Broncos, Ram Chargers and Cherokees 4. Short wheel-base three quarter-ton pick-ups 5. Full-size three-quarter ton V-8 Blazers, Broncos, Ram Chargers and Cherokees 6. Long wheel-base half-ton pickups 7. Long wheel-base three-quarter ton pickups; 8. Diesels 9. Dual-wheel trucks 10. Over-all Class, consisting of winners from each class 11. 2.5 Open Diesel 12. Hot Farm Class
Awards: 1st place trophy and ribbons for 2nd through 4th place awarded in each class, plus a trophy for grand champion.
Registration: Register online in advance or onsite starting at noon. There will also be an Open Class (no prizes). Hook fee is $15; 2.5 Open Diesel $35. Gate fee for the fair applies to participants. For rules and registration visit www.smokymountaineventcenter.org.
Division IX - Fair Theme Decorating Contest
RULES AND REGULATIONS Each garden space will be 5’ x 5’. There are a limited number of display spaces available and they will be issued based on entries received first. The displays are to be educational, artistic, and should incorporate the Fair theme “Country Nights and Carnival Lights”. All material, including plant accessories, soil, mulch, etc. must be removed and the site should be cleaned and raked at the conclusion of the fair. Each participate will be provided one bale of hay and shock of corn for their display. You are not required to include shock and hay in display, but encouraged. All other decorations will be provided by the participate. Exhibitors are allowed to put a 2’ x 3’ yard sign outside of their display only after judging has been concluded. Signage before judging will disqualify displays. The fair is not held liable for any damage done to the displays.
Awards Ribbons and awards will be awarded by judges on Wednesday, August 25th.
Place Premiums Award Type/ Color
First Place $40 Blue Rosette Ribbon Second Place $30 Red Rosette Ribbon Third Place $20 White Rosette Ribbon Honorable Mention $10 Light Blue Rosette Ribbon
Department A 7000 – Garden Space Decorating