2018 LINN COUNTY FAIR BOOK
Iowa Youth Code Of Ethics Youth are expected to be sincere, honest and act in sportsmanlike ways at all mes. Youth represent the en re program and their behavior reflects on their parents, leaders, club and the en re youth program. All adults involved with the youth program, leaders as well as parents, are expected to set posi ve examples and serve as posi ve role models by what they say and do. Any youth who breaks the code of ethics or allows another person (adult or peer) to talk them into viola ng the code of ethics agrees to forfeit all prizes, awards and premiums. The youth may also be prohibited from exhibi ng at this and future exhibi ons including the Iowa State Fair and other county, state or regional exhibi ons. Youth agree to follow these guidelines: 1. I will do my own work, appropriate for my age and physical and mental development. This includes research and wri ng of exhibit explana ons, preparing exhibits (such as sewing, cooking, refinishing, etc), care and grooming of animals, etc. Adult assistance should help guide and support me, not do it for me. 2. All exhibits will be a true representa on of my work. Any a empt to take credit for other’s work, alter the conforma on of animals, or alter their performance is prohibited. Copyright viola on or allowing others to complete your exhibit is considered misrepresenta on and is prohibited. 3. I will treat all people and animals with respect. I will provide appropriate care for animals. 4. I will present exhibits that are safe for consump on. All food exhibits will be safe to exhibit and for judges to evaluate. Other exhibits will be safe for judges to evaluate and for exhibi on. 5. All food animals that may be harvested immediately following the show shall be safe for consumers, and shall have met all withdrawal mes for all medica ons, and be free of viola ve drug residue. 6. If any animal requires medical treatment while at the fair or exhibi on, only a licensed veterinarian may administer the treatment. All medica ons that are administered shall be done according to the label instruc ons of the medica on used. 7. My animal’s appearance or performance shall not be altered by any means, including medica ons, external applica ons and surgical procedures. Any animal that is found to have changed its appearance or its performance shall be disqualified from the show, and have penal es assessed against the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian by the management of the fair or exhibi on. 8. I will follow all ownership and possession rules and, if requested, will provide the necessary documenta on. 9. I will follow all livestock health requirements for this fair or exhibi on, according to the state health requirements as printed in the premium book of the fair or exhibi on. I will provide animal health cer ficates from a licensed veterinarian upon request from the management of the fair or exhibi on. 10. By my entering an animal in this fair or exhibi on, I am giving consent to the management of the fair or exhibi on to obtain any specimens of urine, saliva, blood, or other substances from the animal to be used in tes ng. If the laboratory report on the analysis of any sample indicates a presence of forbidden drugs, this shall be evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that the sample tested by the laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in ques on, its integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collec on and preserva on, transfer to the laboratory and analysis of the sample are correct and accurate and the report received from the laboratory pertains to the sample taken from the animal in ques on and correctly reflects the condi on of the animal at the me the sample was taken, with the burden on the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian to prove otherwise. 11.I am responsible for my exhibit and I will not allow others to violate this code on my behalf. By my entering an exhibit in this fair or exhibi on I will accept any disciplinary ac on taken by the management of this fair or exhibi on for any viola on of this code of ethics and any other rules of compe on of the fair or exhibi on without recourse against the fair or exhibi on. 12.I want my exhibit to be an example of how to accept what life has to offer, both good and not so good, and how to live with and learn from the outcome. 13.I will not be involved in any illegal ac vi es while par cipa ng in 4‐H and FFA events, including but not limited to alcohol, tobacco or drug use. I agree to conduct myself in an honest, ethical, and upstanding manner and I understand that disciplinary ac ons will result if these rules are violated. I understand that I am expected to represent the program in a posi ve manner. I have read, understand and agree to follow this code of ethics, and any other rules of compe on of the fair or exhibi on as printed in its premium book.
Table of Contents Exhibitor Code of Ethics ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 1 Volunteers & Clubs ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 3 4‐H Objec ves for the Linn County Fair ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 5 Linn County Fair Risk Management Prac ces ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 6 NEW! Grievance Policy ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 7 General Rules & Regula ons ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 8 Animal Division Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 10 Herdsmanship & Showmanship ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 11 Livestock Auc on ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 12 Health Requirements ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 13 Beef Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 14 Bucket/Bo le Calf Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 18 Cat Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 19 Dairy Ca le Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 20 Dog Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 21 Dairy Goat Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 25 Meat Goat Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 27 Horse and Pony Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 29 Pet Show Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 32 Poultry Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 33 Rabbit & Cavy Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 36 Sheep Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ 44 Swine Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙46 Club Booth & Building Exhibit Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙48 Fashion Review/Clothing Selec on Rules ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙56 NEW! Clover Kid Pet Show, Lego Challenge, Locally Linn∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙61 Fair Week Events ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙63 Thank You—Livestock Auc on 2017 Buyers & Recogni on Donors∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙65 Fairgrounds Map ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙69 Animal Check‐In & Release Schedule ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙70 Buildings Exhibit Hours: 4-H Youth Council Food Stand Hours: Wednesday, June 27………. 9am—8pm Wednesday, June 27 …………………8:30am—5pm Thursday, June 28 ………… 9am—8pm Thursday, June 28 ………………. 8:30am—8:00pm Friday, June 29 ………………9am—8pm Friday, June 29 …………………... 8:30am—8:00pm Saturday, June 30 ……………9am—8pm Saturday, June 30 ……………………. 7am—8:00pm Sunday, July 1 …………… 9am—8pm Sunday, July 1 ……………………… 8:30—5pm Monday, July 2 ………………. Closed Monday, July 2 ……………………….8:30am—1pm
Extension Office Hours: Wednesday, June 27………. 8am—5pm Thursday, June 28 ………… 8am—5pm ISUEO Office number for Friday, June 29 ………………8am—5pm fair: Saturday, June 30 ……………8am—5pm Sunday, July 1 …………… 8am—5pm 319‐213‐3658 Monday, July 2 ………………. 8am—2pm
2 Iowa State University Linn County Extension & Outreach Board of Supervisors Linn County Staff James Houser, District 1 Stacey Walker, District 2 Jim Harken Ben Rogers, District 3 Regional Director Brent Oleson, District 4 RaeAnn Gordon John Harris, District 5 Linn County Director Melissa Blair Nutrition Educator Morgan Boniface FFA Advisors Parent Education Consortium Erin Moeller, Alburnett Community School Eric Christianson Kiley Baerg, Central City Community School Local Government Field Specialist Barb Lemmer, Linn-Mar Community School Kristi Cooper Tom Murray, North Linn Community School Family Life Specialist Kiley Baerg, Springville Community School Mary Dlouhy 4-H Assistant Missy Drzycimski Parent Education Consortium Linn County Youth Julie Fagle Programs Committee CIRAS Specialist Marcia Jordan: Chair, Marion Morgan Grabau Mike Rice Vice Chair Mount Vernon 4-H Summer Assistant Gayle Zingula Secretary, Central City Laura Neuzil Mike Eilers, Center Point Food Corps Justin Martin, Central City Johanna Rahbusch Ruth Neppl, Marion Bookkeeper Susan Rosauer, Walker Janice Savel Sharon Scott, Marion Office Assistant Tammy Vavricek, Center Point Amy Schmitt County Youth Outreach Educator Donna Smith BELH Program Assistant FIRST Lego League Nathan Spalding Food Corps FIRST Lego League Junior Ann Torbert FIRST Tech Challenge 4-H Youth Development Specialist 4-H Teams JD Waybill 4-H Summer Assistant Amazing Creatures Paula Wood Creative Minds BELH Program Assistant Creative Kidz Kate Yoder Lego Champs County Youth Coordinator Lego Sharks Lego Stars Lion Lego Rainbows Linn County Little Lego Crafters Extension Council Little Masters Swamp Monsters Dan Abel, Toddville Tachyon Travelers Mike Anderson, Cedar Rapids Water Lego Masters of the World Alan Beach, Cedar Rapids Pat Harstad, Toddville Victoria Keegan, Cedar Rapids If you would like to join a team or learn more Sara Mentzer, Marion about the 4-H FIRST Teams, please contact Amy David McDonald, Central City Schmitt: [email protected] OR 319-377-9839 Claire Smith, Cedar Rapids Patricia Webster, Cedar Rapids
4-H Clubs/Leaders
Advisors Barnyard Buddies Marcia Engel • Mary Dlouhy • Mike Rice, Doug Rice, Angela June Crow Schrader • Adam Schrader Swartzendruber, Dan Edwards, Lisa Edwards Youth Council Officers: Jena Davis, President Central City Achievers Paige Wolf, Vice President Joyce & Leon Soukup
Julia Rathje, Secretary Coggon Clippers Tracie Martinson, Treasurer Molly Hogan & Stace Humphreys
Youth Council Cabinet: College Challengers Sean Hamilton, State Council Brenda Hamilton Grace Pisarik, State Council Andrew Bowen Dandy Doers Matt Hennessey Deb Brenneman Mirannda Schneider Kettelkamkp Indian Creek Seth Crow Schrader Kathy Clemens, Marcia Jordan, Holly Kayla Tlusty Ryan, Sharon Scott-Bowers, Sharon Scott Youth Council Members: Makenna Blackford Mt. Vernon Trailblazers Riley Blackford Brad Stoner Jorge Boland Kolton Brandt Electric Mustangs Carrie Robertson Bryce Brenneman Jeret Crow Schrader NE Super Stars Anna Curtis Kandy Sands & Kristen Snider Rebecca Edwards Sammy Edwards Prairie Union Wildcats Isabella Engel Jennifer Dunn, James Jordan, Elijah Fleming Kylie Mysak Luke Frosch The Lucky Club Logan Griebel Brenda Oehler, Michelle Nicholas, Macy Griebel Rani Grant, Sarah Schildmeier, Collin Hallier Destry Schildmeier Bailey Hatch Savannah Hatch Wapsie Hustlers Jamison Janson Marcey Liebe & Amy Dake Parker Janson Amy Letts Wapsi Willoers Matt Niec Trudy Waybill, Dana Schmidt, Eric Schmidt, Anita Meeker Savannah Niec Caitlin Robertson Washington Busy Beavers Casey Robertson Kim Bowen, Laura Niec, Michaela Rowell Ginny Luchauer, Jeff Barrick Reya Sands Janelle Staal Whittier Willing Workers Rebecca Stevens Barbie Waltz & Jennifer Unash Sam Stoner 007 Squad Delaney Sturtz Kate Yoder, Josh Yoder, Justin McNeill, Eric Schmidt, Jory Schaldecker
4 4‐H Objec ves for the Linn County Fair For 4‐H Youth: To provide a se ng that encourages 4‐H’ers to further demonstrate, learn, and apply prac cal and university researched methods of produc on, management, and/or marke ng of their 4‐H accomplishments. To assist in the con nuing life skill development of 4‐H’ers in the areas of self con‐ cept, communica on, decision making, learning how to learn, coping with change, ci zenship, and leadership. To provide an opportunity for 4‐H’ers to measure their progress and skills against individual goals and accepted standards. To provide an opportunity for 4‐H’ers to par cipate in a variety of program oppor‐ tuni es beyond the county level. To provide an opportunity for 4‐H’ers to gain personal sa sfac on, meet new peo‐ ple, share ideas and learn to work coopera vely with others.
For Public: To create an updated, comprehensive image of Iowa’s 4‐H Youth Development program to the fair public. To provide a showcase for accomplishments of 4‐H’ers. To s mulate interest and learn new ideas from the variety of 4‐H projects and expe‐ riences available.
General Policies Persons desiring booths, vacant ground or other privileges from the Fair Associa on should contact the Vendor Manager. Linn County Fair Associa on will not consider any presenta on of immoral shows or other such happenings. Alcohol is not allowed on the Linn County fairgrounds during the fair week except in the beer garden and grandstand during the grandstand events. This applies to youth and adults. If found, alcohol will be emp ed and further ac on will be deter‐ mined by the Fair Board and Extension Representa ves. Illegal drugs are not acceptable on the fair grounds. Offenders will be subject to prosecu on to the full extent of the law. Report all complaints immediately to the Linn County Fair Associa on.
Thank you to the Linn County Fair Board for all of their hard work, organization, and dedication to making the fair a memorable event for all who participate & visit.
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RISK MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Severe Weather: Once official notification of approaching hazardous weather has been received: 1. Seek shelter in storm refuge loca ons away from win‐ dows. Buildings deemed as a storm refuge include: LDM Building bathrooms & storage closet, cow/calf barn, Block Building Bath‐ rooms, and Conserva on Building Bathrooms. 2. Check your immediate area to ensure that doors, windows and ob‐ jects that may become airbone by high winds are secure. 3. Check to be sure that livestock in your area are properly secured. 4. If you are in a tent structure, evacuate to a storm refuge loca on. Do not allow fairgoers or yourself to seek shelter in a tent structure. 5. If you are in a camper, evacuate to a storm refuge loca on. Do not allow fairgoers or yourself to seek shelter in a camper.
Fire: 1. Call 911 and find an adult who can radio for Emergency Contact (Fair Security, Livestock Commi ee Chair(s), or Extension Staff) ‐ CODE RED 2. No fy Emergency Contact for Area when me permits. 3. Immediately evacuate all person from the area, Do not a empt to evacuate livestock. 4. If fire can be contained and ex nguished safely, then every a empt should be made to do so. 5. Seal off high‐risk area and secure the area to keep people out un l relieved by Fair Security or law enforcement. 6. Report detailed notes of crisis event to Fair Board and/or Extension Staff. (Incident Report)
Linn County Fairgrounds address: 201 Central City Road, Central City, IA
Who do I call in case of an emergency: Call 911 and radio for Fair Security. For non emergencies radio for Fair Security or call fair phone number 319‐929‐3247.
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NEW RULE FAIR 2018 GRIEVANCE (COMPLAINT POLICY) 1. Any par cipant in the county fair (exhibitors, parents, volunteers, etc.) shall have 24 hours to file a claim concerning any protests, challenges of disciplinary ac on, or complaints concerning any rules/decisions. No claims will be considered based on the quality of the judges. 2. All claims must be wri en on the official Grievance Form which will be made availa‐ ble at the 4‐H Fair Office. All claims must be accompanied by a nonrefundable $100 cash deposit which must be submi ed to a 4‐H staff member in the 4‐ H Fair Office. These funds will go to Youth Programs for educa onal funding in the next fiscal year. 3. Once a claim is filed it will be reviewed by the County Youth Coordinator and the Extension Educa onal Director as speedily as possible. Their decision in the ma er will be final. In some instances, the County Youth Coordinator and Extension Educa‐ onal Director may seek the advice of Youth Programs, Livestock Commi ees, and Extension Council to come to a decision. 4. If a par cipant, parent, volunteer, etc. has a complaint they shall follow the proce‐ dures in the aforemen oned paragraph. In the event that a par cipant, parent, volunteer, etc. behavior becomes disrespec ul (yelling, swearing, throwing items, etc.) the par cipant will be asked to leave the fairgrounds for a minimum of one hour to calm down. 5. If the par cipant, parent, volunteer, etc. does not leave willingly, a member of the fair board will be called to the incident. Extension Staff and 4‐H livestock commi ee chairs reserve the right to escort the par cipant, parent, volunteer, etc. from the grounds or call the police/sheriff’s department for assistance. 6. Depending on the severity of the behavior, the par cipant may be prohibited from par cipa ng in future 4‐H events. In extreme cases, the State 4‐H office will be contacted for assistance.
7 General Rules & Regula ons 1. The Linn County Fair Associa on and Linn County Extension will not be held responsible for any par cipant’s accident or loss. Exhibitors are responsible to maintain insurance to cover any loss to persons or property which may occur. 2. The Linn County Fair Associa on and Linn County Extension will exercise due care for the safety of animals or ar cles entered for exhibi on a er their arrival, but will not be responsible for damage or loss by fire, the , etc. All par cipants exhibit at their own risk. 3. The Linn County 4‐H and FFA events are conducted by Iowa State University Extension Service in Linn County and the Linn County Fair Board in coopera on with Agriculture Educa on Departments at Alburne , Central City, Linn‐Mar, Springville, and North Linn Community Schools. 4. Pre‐registra on for fair 2017 will be done via Fairy Entry, an online database. Club leaders will have instruc ons on how to pre‐register. All animal projects must pre‐register by May 15th, 2017. Sta c exhibits are highly recommended to pre‐register by June 1st, 2017. FFA members should request informa on from their instructor or the Extension Office. 5.
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7. All 4‐H and FFA exhibitors at the Linn County Fair must comply with the Iowa Youth Code of Ethics. Any youth who breaks the code of ethics or allows another person (adult or peer) to talk them into viola ng the code of ethics agrees to forfeit all prizes, awards and premiums. The youth may also be prohibited from exhibi ng at this and future exhibi ons including the Iowa State Fair and other county, state or regional exhibi ons. 8. No weapons are allowed on the Fairgrounds.
Eligibility of Exhibitors 4‐H/FFA Agriculture Science instructors will cer fy the eligibility of FFA par cipants and students in agriculture educa on. To exhibit in the Fair, a youth must be re‐ enrolled in 4‐H by November 30, 2017. New members may enroll a er Novem‐ ber 30, 2017 but are not eligible to show animal projects. 2.
3. All exhibitors must be in 4th grade or above by September 15, 2017. 4. Grade divisions are determined by grade completed September 15, 2017: Juniors ‐ 4th, 5th, 6th grade; Intermediate ‐ 7th and 8th grade; Seniors ‐ 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th grade. 5. Any Iowa resident can show in the Open Class. See Fair Board Open Class sec on. Clover Kids 1. Children in grades K‐3 as of September 15, 2017 may bring up to 3 items for display purposes only. 2. Each item will receive a recogni on ribbon.
8 3. Items are conference judged by an older 4‐H’er on Monday, June 25, 2018 from 12‐5pm. Items may be brought to the Clover Kid check in sta on in the Lynn Dunn Memorial Building on Monday, June 25, 2018.
4. Entry tags must be completed. See schedule for me of release. Early Removal of Exhibits 1. Exhibitors will not receive premium money for exhibits removed early. 2. In addi on they will not be eligible to exhibit in next year’s fair in that project area and club booths 3. An exhibit is classified as any project exhibited at fair. Protests 1. All judge’s decisions are final, except in proven cases of mistake, fraud or misrepresenta on not discovered at the me of the award. 2. Protests of any nature must be in wri ng, signed and dated and filed with the Commi ee or superintendent of the department from which the complaint arises. Issues of animal eligibility must be submi ed before the judging begins. All complaints will be given considera on by the superintendent and/or the appropriate commi ee. 3. It is the responsibility of the department commi ee\superintendent to determine eligibility of exhibits in that department. The decisions of the com‐ mi ee\superintendent in this regard are final. Evalua on Evalua on of exhibits is designed to be a learning experience for the exhibitor. Judges are selected on the basis of their knowledge of a project area and their ability to evaluate that project. It is the responsibility of the judge to point out good quali es of the exhibit and to make sugges ons as to improvements needed or desired. Judges must evaluate each exhibit based on its individual merit. State Fair: The exhibit meets all standards. The exhibitor has clearly stated an appropriate learning goal and included accurate informa on on how and what was learned in preparing the exhibit. The exhibit and workmanship are extraordinary. Blue: The exhibit has exceeded the minimum standards. The exhibitor has clearly stated an appropriate learning goal, included informa on on how and what was learned in preparing the exhibit. The exhibit shows good workmanship. Red: The exhibit has met the minimum standards and shows effort by the exhibitor, but has room for improvement in one or more areas of workmanship. The exhibitor needs to improve the learning goal statement and/or informa on on what was learned in preparing the exhibit. White: The exhibit does not meet all of the minimum standards and expected quality of workmanship. Improvements are recommended in the learning goal statement, finished exhibit and the informa on on what was learned in preparing the exhibit. Only the exhibitor will be allowed in the immediate judging areas. Premiums The Linn County Fair Associa on provides 4‐H and FFA premiums. 2017 premiums will be Blue $3, Red $2 and White $1. Communica on awards will be Ex‐ cellence $3; Merit $2 and Par cipa on $1. Advanced animal showmanship classes do not receive premiums. All premium money will go directly to the club with a list itemizing how much each member should receive. The club will distribute the premiums to individuals. All premium checks must be cashed within 3 months of being issued or they will be considered VOID. 9 Animal Division Rules and Regula ons Note: All General Rules & Regula ons apply. 1. Viola on of the rules and regula ons will be evaluated by the department commi ee. This may result in disqualifica on of the exhibit from showing and/ or selling in that project area. 2. A member may have only ONE ENTRY PER CLASS unless otherwise stated in that department. 3. All animals must be in the member's care from the me the animal becomes the project. 4. OWNERSHIP: All animals must be owned by the 4‐H or FFA member or in partnership with a family member. See excep ons under HORSE/PONY DEPARTMENT and DOG DEPARTMENT. Members may be asked to show a cancelled check or wri en agreement to prove ownership. For complete owner‐ ship rules see 4H202 available from the Extension Office or Online from the Iowa 4‐H Youth Development web page. 5. All animals must be iden fied to an individual 4‐H/FFA member. 4‐H and FFA registra on is on‐line by May 15, 2018. All regula ons on the 4‐H iden fica on form will be enforced. 4‐H members must iden fy in 4honline and Fair Entry. FFA members will iden fy via Fair Entry. 6. Ear tag numbers, ta oos, and registra on numbers listed on entry forms must correspond to those listed on the 4‐H animal iden fica on form. 7. All exhibits must be in place and remain on the grounds according to the mes listed on the schedule unless released by the department commi ee. NO ENTRIES WILL BE STALLED PRIOR TO STATED ENTRY TIMES. Conflicts with other shows will be considered by the appropriate department commi ee. One dock will be reserved for commercial hauls. 8. Animals shall be kept in stalls, pens or kennels except for feeding and showing. 9. All animals must be under control while on the fairgrounds. Animal behavior will be evaluated by department commi ee and exhibitors may be asked to remove the animal from the fairgrounds. 10. Safety should be everyone's PRIMARY CONCERN. No unshielded fans (blades, belts, or other hazardous equipment) are allowed to be used on the fairgrounds. There will be NO allowance for fans placed in any of the ca le aisles. The use of bu fans is prohibited. 11. It is the intent that the exhibitors take responsibility for caring and grooming their own animals. If assistance is needed it should be aimed at helping the exhibitor learn new skills and be done by an immediate family member (father, mother, brother, sister, grandparent), legal guardian, Linn County 4‐H club leader, current Linn County 4‐H or FFA member, or department commi ee member. Any excep ons must be pre‐approved by the department commi ee and an Extension staff member. 12. Only 4‐H, FFA members and show officials are permi ed in the show ring while classes are being judged. Viola ons of this rule might result in disqualifica on of the exhibitor. 13. At least one set of lights will remain on in the barn at night for security purposes. Fans will be le on or off at the discre on of the livestock commi ee based on temperatures. 14. All members exhibit at their own risk. (See General Rule #1) 15. Subs tute Showman: Excusing a member from personally exhibi ng his/her animal defeats one of the important objec ves of 4‐H. 4‐H does not approve of the use of subs tute showmen except in extreme cases. The exhibitor may se‐ lect another Linn County 4‐H or FFA member to show in cases of sickness, mili‐ tary service, other 4‐H commitments, or when a member has more than one animal in a class. The subs tute showman must be approved by the department 10 superintendent or commi ee. 16. All 4‐H and FFA members exhibi ng a meat animal or food producing animal are required to take a FSQA class annually or the FSQA test prior to fair. 17. Animals offered for sale in an auc on are considered to have changed owner‐ ship. There will even if bought back by the original owner . There will be NO “No Sales!” All animals offered for sale are terminated as 4‐H projects. 18. Affidavit forms required at Check in for Swine, Market Beef, Market Lamb, and Meat Goat. 19.
Herdsmanship • This is a club or chapter ac vity. • Rules will be posted in each barn. • Judging is based on the member’s conduct and courteousness to the public, cleanliness of stalls and alleys, animal’s appearance and comfort (hay, water, etc.), stall cards in place and a endants watching exhibits. • Exhibitors should have the alley or aisle near their exhibit clean and swept at all mes. • All livestock exhibitors are expected to clean out their stall area within the con‐ clusion of the show or release of animals. • Herdsmanship Awards may be awarded at the discre on of the livestock com‐ mi ees.
Reminders to Animal Exhibitors Give your animal enough food and water at adequate intervals. Remember, as the temperature climbs, animals need more water. • Provide your animal with clean, dry bedding. • Keep your animal clean. • Keep the barn and surrounding areas clean. Place used bedding, manure and feed in designated areas. • Handle your animal with care at all mes. Only you or someone who knows your animal, such as your parent, brother, or sister should handle your animal. People who are not familiar with animals will be walking around. Please be aware of them. • If your animal shows signs of illness or is injured, no fy the superintendent in your department or the fair office so a veterinarian can be contacted. • Plan a schedule with other 4‐H’ers or FFA members so at least one a endant is with your animals during the mes the fair is open to the public. • Be courteous to the public. Take pride in yourself and your project by knowing your facts and answering ques ons about how you care for your animals at home and at the fair. Many people are at the fair to learn.
11 Showmanship 1. The purpose of these classes is to create more interest in and a be er knowledge of exhibi ng livestock. The animal’s ribbon placing is not a factor. 2. Judging will be based on the showman's: Appearance, poise and calmness. Showing skills, including: Control of animal Con nuous a en on to instruc on Ability to stand and move animal as requested, showing animal to its best advantage. Knowledge of the animal, its care and management. 3. All exhibitors are eligible to par cipate. Such par cipa on is not counted in the member's exhibit limit in the department. 4. The member must show an animal for which they have filed a 4‐H animal iden fica on form. 5. Showmanship classes will be divided as follows: • Advanced—Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Showmanship exhibitors who previ‐ ously have won first place in their current age division may par cipate ONLY in this class. The advanced class will be held before the regular showmanship classes to help other members learn showmanship techniques. • Seniors—Grades 9‐12 • Intermediates—Grades 7‐8 • Juniors—Grades 4‐6 6. If there are not 5 entries per age division, classes may be combined at the discre on of the project commi ee. 7. Premiums for Senior, Intermediate and Junior classes will be: 1st ‐ $3.00; 2nd ‐ $2.00; 3rd ‐ $1.00. Winners in Advanced Class will receive ribbons.
Livestock Auc on • Livestock Auc on will begin promptly at 9:00 AM on July 2, 2018. A bidder’s breakfast will be served at 8 am in the small animal building. • Livestock exhibitors should ac vely recruit buyers. • Each member selling livestock in the auc on will pay $5.00 per animal when they sign up following their species show. Sign up with species superintendent a er the show. Deadline to sign up is 2 hours following the show. Sheep sign up by 10:00AM on Saturday. • Sale Weight: will be the same as weigh‐in for all livestock. Commercial haulers have priority. • There will be transporta on to the lockers for all buyers. • Appropriate a re must be worn by all those selling. (See General Rule #5) Limits to Auc on numbers: Limits in the livestock auc on will consist of Ca le (2), Sheep (1), Goat (1), Swine (1), pen of 3 meat birds (1). When an animal needs to be designated to the auc on: Two (2) hours a er the end of the 4‐H/FFA Championship drive of the species your ani‐ mal must be designated for the auc on if you plan to sell it during the 2017 Linn County Fair Livestock Auc on. Sign up with a commi ee from your species. Auc on Order: 2018 Linn County Fair Livestock Auc on will proceed in the following order: Swine, Poul‐ try, Goats, Sheep, Beef. The following year will be in reverse order. Placement of order for the sale (per species): Beef will sell top 5, then champions and reserve champions. All sellers will have
12 one animal in the first round and will go to the second round if they have another animal. Sheep, Goats, Poultry, and Swine: Champions will sell first then lo ery a er (draw from hat). Policy for animals once designated to the Auc on: All animals designated for the 2018 Linn County Fair Livestock Auc on MUST STAY ON THE FAIRGROUNDS and 4‐H'ers/FFA'ers are responsible for the care of the livestock un l they are loaded following the auc on, i.e. Feeding, watering, cleaning pens, helping load the animal, etc. THERE WILL BE NO‐NO SALES in the auc on. All animals once sold cannot be returned to seller. Animals need to be designated for sale barn, locker, or buyers op on at me of sale. (Excep on: Poultry exhibitors will be responsible for processing and deliv‐ ery, of sold birds, to buyer.)
Health Requirements For Exhibi on Of Animals, Poultry and Birds No individual health cer ficates will be required on Iowa origin animals or poultry exhibited at a county fair, 4‐H and/or FFA Exhibi on unless stated in department rules, but must be inspected when unloaded or shortly therea er by an accredited veterinarian. All animals moving from out of state into an Iowa county 4‐H/FFA fair must meet Iowa Animal and Livestock Importa on require‐ ments. Each show must have an official veterinarian. Quaran ned animals or animals from quaran ned herds cannot be exhibited. NOTE: Evidence of WARTS, RINGWORM, FOOT ROT, PINK EYE, DRAINING ABSCESSES or any other contagious or infec ous condi on will eliminate the animal from the show. Swine Swine exhibitors at county fairs that do not require a Cer ficate of Veterinary Inspec on, must sign and present an owner affidavit that the animals being exhibited did not originate from a quaran ned herd and to the best of their knowledge, swine dysentery has not been in evidence in their herd for the past 12 months. Animals exhibi ng visible clinical signs of atrophic rhini s will not be allowed to show. Sheep and Goats All sexually intact sheep must have an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin iden fica on tag (Ex. IA1234‐5678). All sexually intact goats must be iden fied with an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin iden fica on tag (Ex. IA1234‐5678) or by an official ta oo registered with USDA (to register, call 1‐866‐USDA‐TAG; 1‐866‐873‐2824). Wethers less than 18 months of age are required to have an individual iden fica on and a scrapie tag may be used, but a scrapie tag is not re‐ quired. Hobby Goats shown in the pet show must follow these standards as well. Dogs and Cats All dogs and cats exhibited must have a current rabies cer ficate and distemper shot. Dogs must have a Parvo shot. Cats and dogs showing signs of parasites will be excused from the fairgrounds. Poultry All poultry exhibited must come from US Pullorum‐Typhoid clean or equivalent flocks, or have had a nega ve Pullorum‐Typhoid test within 90 days of public exhibi on and the test must have been performed by an authorized tester. Please note: Poultry purchased from a hatchery and raised for exhibi on are not exempt from Pollurum‐Typhoid tes ng re‐ quirements. However, “Market Classes” of poultry consigned to a slaughter establishment are exempt from the Salmonella tes ng requirements. “Market Classes” of poultry must be separated from all other poultry by a distance of ten or more feet and/or an eight‐foot solid par on.
13 Beef Department Superintendents — Susan Rosauer, Tammy Vavricek Check‐in—Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 7—9:30am • Beef Barn Judging—Saturday, June 30, 2018 • 9:00am • Ca le Show Arena Release—Cow/Calf—Following Show, Market & Breeding Animals: Sunday, July 1, 2018 6am–10am Order of showing Cow/Calf Pairs, Breeding Heifers, Market Beef, Showmanship Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply)
1. All beef will be stalled between 7:00 and 9:30am on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Market beef and commercial heifers weigh‐in will be directly off the trailers Wednesday morning. All animals will be vet checked off the trailers Wednesday morning. Stall and tack assignments will be posted in the barn by Tuesday, June 26, 2018. 2. Youth are responsible for their own bedding for their stalls. Only wood products are allowed. NO HAY OR STRAW. 3. All market and breeding beef must be dehorned, prior to weigh in, no excep ons. Market Beef must be castrated prior to weigh in. 4. Two head per class minimum. Less than 2 animals per class will be reassigned to All Other Breeds (AOB) class. 5. Release me for non‐auc on animals will be 6am – 10am Sunday, July 1, 2018. 6. No health cer ficates are required for beef animals. A veterinarian will check the ca le as they arrive at the fair. 7. Calves will be shown as iden fied in 4hOnline at the beginning of the project. Breed iden es will be defined by the current year Breed Classifica on for IJBBA Sanc oned Show. No changes allowed at the fair. 8. A halter and neck e are mandatory for all calves during overnight hours. (Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun.) (This does not pertain to the cow/calf exhibits.) Note: All livestock must remain in the barns at night. No e outs at the trailers or elsewhere on the grounds. Barn curfew for beef is 10:00 p.m. (See Animal Division Rule 13) 9. Beef exhibitors are to wear proper 4‐H or FFA shirt in any compe on and during the auc on. This includes the beef show, showmanship, auc on, obstacle course, grooming contest and bucket bo le interviews. See general rule #4 10.
11. Generators will be allowed and will be placed for use only a er contac ng the beef commi ee for procedure. 12. Non‐compliance with any rule and/or any prac ce deemed unethical by the commi ee will result in being disqualified and barred from showing and selling. 13. Safety should be everyone’s primary concern. No unshielded fans (Blades, belts, or other items not covered) and other hazardous equipment are allowed to be used on the fairgrounds. There will be No allowance for fans placed in any of the ca le aisles. The use of bu fans is prohibited. All fans must face east. Limit of one fan per two calves. 14. Pain ng, dyeing and use of color agents on beef animals in not condoned by county fair superintendents. Beef projects which show evidence of this will not be permi ed into the show ring. If a color or coloring agent rubs off an animal rubbed with either a towel or a hand, that animal will be disqualified. Exhibitors can use colored grooming aids on hooves only. 15. All division champions will be wiped with a towel to check for color or coloring 14 agents prior to entering the show ring for the championship drive. If coloring agents or color are found, the exhibitor and animal will be disqualified. Special Premium A $10.00 premium will be given by the Linn County Ca lemen’s Associa on to those 4‐H members who complete a beef record, which includes a Beef Project Record and Animal Project Worksheet. All books must be turned into the Extension office September 15, 2018 to receive this money. These books will only be reviewed by the Beef Commi ee. FFA Members For those enrolled in both 4‐H and FFA, be advised that your total Market Beef project must be declared either 4‐H or FFA. You cannot show one market beef in 4‐H and another in FFA. Likewise, the en re Breeding Heifer project must be declared either 4‐H or FFA. However, you may choose to do market Beef project for 4‐H and Breeding Heifer project for FFA or the reverse. Livestock Auc on
“All‐Around” Beef Exhibitor Award Purpose: To recognize members who are ac ve in the different ac vi es the beef program offers. Object of Award—To earn points; not necessarily win a championship. Goal of Award—To increase involvement and knowledge of the beef program. Who sets Standards for this award—The youth on the Beef Commi ee are to review and must approve all changes to this award. Eligibility Guidelines for “All Around” Exhibitor Award 1. Open to all 4‐H and FFA Beef Project Members. (No Bucket/Bo le Calves) 2. Three age divisions: Junior, Intermediate, and Senior according to 4‐H guidelines. A Champion and a Reserve Champion will be named in each division. 3. Member must use their own animal, which is iden fied in 4‐H Online for all contests. 4. To be eligible for the “All‐Around Award” the member MUST a end at least one Linn County Beef workshop away from the county fair. Each workshop will earn 5 points towards award. 5. A completed beef record from the previous year or the current year can earn five points. 6. To further be eligible for the “All‐Around Award” the member MUST compete in a minimum of four of the following events taking place at the county fair: • Exhibit in the beef show • Obstacle Course Contest • Showmanship class • Team Grooming Contest • Judging Contest • Beef Quiz Bowl Contest 7. Dress code Note: Refer to rule #9 General Beef Rules. Points will be totaled and winners named prior to start of the Livestock Auc on
Market Beef 1. A member may have weighed in six market beef animals on December 9, 2017, but only three may be exhibited as market individuals at this fair. 2. Heifers and steers are eligible for the market beef class. 3. Heifers shown in market beef classes may not be shown in any breeding class. All 15 market heifers must have been weighed in on December 9, 2017. 4. All market beef must be ear tagged with an official 4‐H tag. The tag must be put in the ear at weigh‐in and must be in the ear when beef are brought to the fair. If a tag is lost, it is the member's responsibility to contact a member of the beef commi ee and have it replaced. Calves without tags in their ears will be ineligible to show. 5. There will be no ar ficial filling of calves or any other prac ce deemed unethical by the beef commi ee. 6. All market beef entries must weigh 1000 pounds or more in order to sell. Market beef can be exhibited at lower weights. 7. Breed/crossbred classes will be broken by weight as needed.
9. If an animal does not show in the beef show it will not be able to sell in the auc on. 10. Market beef selling in the auc on must be signed up by 2 hours a er comple on of the Beef Show. All beef equipment must also be removed by 10:00AM, Sunday July 1st from the barn. Fans, feed pans, and water pans can be le un l 8:00AM Monday, July 3rd. A er the auc on, exhibitors are to stay with their animal un l it is picked up. Livestock sale weight will be the same as weigh in weight for all market animals. Only Animals shown as a Market Beef qualify to sale in the auc‐ on. 11. All market beef weighed in December will be eligible for rate of gain ribbons and premiums. Rate of gain will be calculated and must be shown on the stall card. Pro‐rated premiums will be paid on the following basis: Market Steer • 2.3 lbs. per day and above Blue Award • 2.10 to 2.29 lbs. per day Red Award Under 2.09 lbs. per day White Award Market Heifer • 2.1 lbs. per day and above Blue Award • 1.9 to 2.09 lbs. per day Red Award Under 1.89 lbs. per day White Award
12. “Home raised” is a calf raised on your family farm from birth, shown by a son or daughter of the family and iden fied at the Linn County weigh‐in as such. 13. Champion and reserve champion market heifers are eligible to compete for grand champion market beef honors. 14. Market Animals must receive a blue ribbon for Rate of Gain to compete for Grand Champion Market Beef honors. If market beef do not make rate of gain of 2.3 per day for steers and 2.1 lbs. per day for heifers they cannot receive a blue ribbon.
16 Classes in order of showing 20001—Returning Bucket Bo le 20011—Market Red Angus 20002—Home Raised Market Steer 20012—Registered Market Saler 20003—Home Raised Market Heifer 20013—Market Shorthorn Plus 20004—Market Angus 20014—Market Shorthorn Purebred 20005—Market Belted Galloway 20015—Market Simmental 20006—Market Charolais 20016—Market Beef All Other Breeds 20007—Market Chianina 20017—Crossbred Market Steer 20008—Market Hereford 20018—Market Beef Heifer 20009—Market Limousine 20019—Top Ten Rate of Gain Market Beef 20010—Market Maine Anjou Breeding Heifers 1. Heifers must be born between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017. 2. Animals which are registered are eligible for compe on in breed classes and must have a visible ta oo prior to the fair. Ta oos will be checked. No illegible or fresh ta oos will be allowed to show. Reta ooing at the fair will not be allowed. All breeding heifers, registered, commercial or home raised are required to be ta ooed. 3. Registra on papers must be presented at check‐in me. Only original papers will be accepted. 4. A class for commercial breeding heifers is available for non‐registered breeding heifers. 5. Heifers shown in any breeding beef classes may not be shown in any market class. 6. Each exhibitor is limited to three heifers. 7. Breed classes will be broken by age as needed. Commercial heifer and home raised heifer classes will be broken by weight. 8. “Home raised” breeding heifer is a calf raised on your family farm from birth and shown by a son or daughter of the family. Classes in order of showing 20101—Breeding Returning Bucket Bo le 20110—Red Angus Heifer 20102—Home Raised Breeding Heifer 20111—Saler Heifer 20103—Angus Heifer 20112—Shorthorn Heifer Plus 20104—Charolais Composite Heifer 20113—Shorthorn Heifer Purebred 20105—Chianina Heifer 20114—Simmental Heifer Founda on 20106—Hereford Heifer 20115—Simmental Heifer High % 20107—Limousin Heifer 20116—Breeding Beef All Other Breeds 20108—Maine Anjou Heifer Maintainer 20117—Breeding Commercial Heifer 20109—Maine Anjou Heifer High %
Beef Cow Calf Pairs 1. Entry includes cow and her “NATURAL BORN” calf shown as one pair. 2. Class 20118 is open to females shown as a breeding heifer and iden fied as such with ta oo at the 2016 Linn County Fair. This includes all breeds and commercial breeding heifers. 3. Aged cow/calf class (20119) is open to females shown as breeding heifers at the Linn County Fair prior to 2017 and iden fied as such with a ta oo. This includes all breeds and commercial or crossbred cows. 4.
17 5. A member may have a maximum of two pair in the cow/calf division. 6. Cow and calf must be broke to lead. Cow and calf must be clean. Grooming is op onal. 7. Cow/calf pairs will be stalled on Wednesday June 27, 2018 between 7:00am and 9:30am. 8. Cow/Calf pairs will be released following the show, Saturday, June 30, 2018. 9. No Market Heifers are eligible to be shown in the Cow/Calf division. Classes in order of showing 20118—1st Calf Heifer with Calf 20119—Aged Cow with Calf Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines
90004—Beef Showmanship Advanced 90001—Beef Showmanship Junior 90003—Beef Showmanship Senior 90002—Beef Showmanship Intermediate
Bucket/Bo le Calf —Beef & Dairy Superintendents‐ Mike Rosauer & Chad Betenbender Check‐in —Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 7am—12pm • Interview—Friday June 29, 2018 • 8am • Ca le Show Arena Judging—Friday June 29, 2018 • 1pm • Ca le Show Arena Release—Saturday, June 30th following Beef Show & Sunday, July 1, 2018 6am–10am Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. Member must start project and have iden fied in 4‐H Online by May 15, 2018. 2. Member can enroll newborn or orphan calves. Calves must have been born between January 1 and April 30, 2018 with possession within 2 weeks of birth. 3. Calves MUST be bucket or bo le fed (no nursing permi ed a er 2 weeks of age). 4. Calves can be heifers or steers; beef or dairy; purebred or crossbred. NO BULL CALVES permi ed. All bull calves must be castrated by June 1. 5. Each member may iden fy and enroll up to 3 animals but will be allowed to exhibit only 1 animal at the fair. 6. Calves MUST have eartags or ta oos and will be checked at the fair. Animals without proper iden fica on will not be permi ed to show. 7. Bucket/bo le calves CANNOT be shown in any other project division. 8. Calves will be shown at halter and fi ed according to beef or dairy guidelines. The class will be divided according to the age of the exhibitor. Champion and Reserve Champion placings will be given in each division. 9. Project will be evaluated on four parts: Wri en records 200 Interview 100 General health/fi ng 100 Showmanship 100 Total Points Possible 500 10. Judging will be based on: a) What the member has learned about care and management of raising the calf. b) The fi ng and showing of the calf (according to beef/dairy guidelines). c) General health condi on and management of the calf and member’s knowledge of this area. d)Accurate and complete records of the project (quality and conforma on of the calf will not be the major factor considered in the bucket/bo le project). 18 11. Calves must arrive in accordance with the fair schedule. 12. Bucket Bo le exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up their stalls before they leave.
Classes in order of showing 20201—Bucket/Bo le Calf ‐ Junior 20202—Bucket/Bo le Calf ‐ Intermediate 20203—Bucket/Bo le Calf ‐ Senior Cat Department Superintendent—Jeff Barrick Check‐in—Friday, June 29, 2018 9:30‐9:45 am • Small Animal Building Judging—Friday June 29, 2018 10:00 am • Small Animal Building Release—Friday, June 29, 2018 • A er Show Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. A cat or ki en shown in the cat show cannot be shown in any other show at the Fair. 2. Ki ens must be at least four months of age and less than 12 months of age by show date. 12 months and older are cats. 3. Pregnant cats and cats with nursing li er may not be exhibited. 4. Cats/Ki ens are to be entered Friday between 9:30 and 9:45 am. They should be brought in a secure container or be on a leash. All cats must be checked in and health checked prior to being placed in exhibit area. Current rabies vaccina on papers and verifica on of distemper shot must be presented at this me. Please read the Health Requirements under the General Animal Division rules carefully.. 5. Cages will NOT be provided. The show will be a pet carrier/pet cage show. (It can be larger than a standard small cat carrier.) A cage that works best for the pet should be used. All exhibitors must provide a cage/carrier. Tip of the toenail needs to be clipped before the fair. 6. Cats MUST REMAIN in cages when not being shown or on deck. 7. Non‐compliance of rules will result in forfeiture of earned premiums as well as elimina on from the remaining classes that day. 8. Evalua on will be based on the following criteria: Cleanliness and grooming of cat Conforma on of cat Knowledge of exhibitor, coat length, color, breed (or similar to) and coat pa ern (bi‐color, tabby, mackerel, etc.), of the cat being shown Unusual appearance of cat: Tailless, six‐toed, etc. Handling: How exhibitor presents handles animal, display of the cage, and knowledge of animal 5 ques ons pertaining to the cat project will be used to break es 9. Showmanship will not be included in the cat show 10. No ki ens or cats are to be in the vicinity of the small animal barn without vaccina on records and a vet check on the day of the show. 11. An exhibitor may not exhibit more than two animals per class. 12.Cats will be released following the show. Classes in order of showing 30001—Ki en, 4‐11 Month, Any Color 30002—Short Hair Adult, Any Color 30003—Medium Hair Adult, Any Color 30004—Long Hair Adult, Any Color 19 Dairy Ca le Department Superintendent — Mike Eilers Check‐in—Wednesday, June 27, 2018• 10:00 am‐12:00pm • Cargill Dairy Barn Judging—Sunday July 1, 2018 • 10:00am • Ca le Show Arena Release—Sunday, July 1, 2018—2:00‐5:00pm
To show in order listed Calves of each breed will be shown in the following order. Calves will be followed by yearling of each breed, etc. 1) Holstein 3) Jersey 5) Milking Shorthorn 2) Guernsey 4) Brown Swiss 6) Ayrshire Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. General Livestock Rules and Regula ons and 4‐H General Rules and Regula ons apply in this department. 2. Entries are open to registered and iden fied grade dairy animals that meet the stated 4 ‐H & FFA and State Fair rules and regula ons and were born before May 1, 2018. Ani‐ mals entered are limited to those iden fied as either a 4‐H or FFA project, but not both. Exhibitors may NOT show as both a 4‐H and FFA exhibitor. 3. 4‐H animals must have been iden fied in 4hOnline by May 15. 4. Any yearling heifer that has freshened prior to me of judging must be evaluated in a 2 ‐year‐old class. 5. Each animal must be registered or properly iden fied. All levels of registry are accepta‐ ble. Animals whose registra on papers or iden fied grade papers are not approved by the Superintendent will not be allowed to enter the show. 6. Exhibitors may enter up to six head with no more than two entries per class. 7. SUBSTITUTIONS ‐ Exhibitors may subs tute provided the subs tute animal was listed in 4hOnline by May 15. 8. Animals exhibited in this department must be housed in stalls designated by the Super‐ intendent or forfeit all premiums earned. 9. All animals will be judged on conforma on only. 10. First and Second place winners from calf and yearling classes will compete for Junior Championship. First and Second place in each of the cow classes are eligible for Senior Championship. Junior and Senior Champions will compete for Grand Champion. 11. If numbers in class warrant, the Superintendent will split classes accordingly. 12. Dairy animals are to be entered in classes according to ages as follows: All Breeds Junior calves born March 1, 2018 to April 30, 2018 Intermediate calves born December 1, 2017 to February 28, 2018 Senior calves born September 1, 2017 to November 30, 2017 Summer yearlings born June 1, 2017 to August 31, 2017 Junior yearlings born March 1, 2017 to May 31, 2017 Winter yearlings born December 1, 2016 to February 28, 2017 Senior yearlings born September 1, 2016 to November 30, 2017 Two‐year‐old born September 1, 2015 to August 31, 2016 Three‐year‐old born September 1, 2014 to August 31, 2015 Cows born before September 1, 2014
AYRSHIRE 40005—Junior Yearlings 40001—Junior Calves 40006—Senior Yearlings 40002—Int. Calves 40007—2 Year Olds 40003—Senior Calves 40008—3 Year Olds 40004—Summer Yearlings 40009—Aged Cows
20 BROWN SWISS Guernsey Holstein 40010—Junior Calves 40019—Junior Calves 40028—Junior Calves 40011—Int. Calves 40020—Int. Calves 40029—Int. Calves 40012—Senior Calves 40021—Senior Calves 40030—Senior Calves 40013—Summer Yearlings 40022—Summer Yearlings 40031—Summer Yearlings 40014—Junior Yearlings 40023—Junior Yearlings 40032—Junior Yearlings 40015—Senior Yearlings 40024—Senior Yearlings 40033—Senior Yearlings 40016—2‐year‐olds 40025—2‐year‐olds 40034—2‐year‐olds 40017—3‐year‐olds 40026—3‐year‐olds 40035—3‐year‐olds 40018—Cows, Aged 40027—Cows, Aged 40036—Cows, Aged
Jersey Milking Shorthorn Crossbred 40037—Junior Calves 40046—Junior Calves 40055—Junior Calves 40038—Int. Calves 40047—Int. Calves 40056—Int. Calves 40039—Senior Calves 40048—Senior Calves 40057—Senior Calves 40040—Summer Yearlings 40049—Summer Yearlings 40058—Summer Yearlings 40041—Junior Yearlings 40050—Junior Yearlings 40059—Junior Yearlings 40042—Senior Yearlings 40051—Senior Yearlings 40060—Senior Yearlings 40043—2‐year‐olds 40052—2‐year‐olds 40061—2‐year‐olds 40044—3‐year‐olds 40053—3‐year‐olds 40062—3‐year‐olds 40045—Cows, Aged 40054—Cows, Aged 40063—Cows, Aged Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines
90021—Dairy Ca le Advanced 90023—Dairy Ca le—Intermediate 90022—Dairy Ca le—Senior 90024—Dairy Ca le—Junior
Dog Department Superintendent—Amy Le s Check‐in—Monday July 2, 2018 • 8:00‐9:00am• Indoor Arena Judging—Monday July 2, 2018 • 9:00am• Indoor Arena Showmanship, followed by Obedience, then Agility Release‐A er show and Presenta on of Ribbons Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. A dog must be owned by the 4‐H/FFA member or in partnership with a family member. 2. A dog may be iden fied by only one member unless it is the only dog owned by the family. 3. A member may only show one dog per obedience class, unless permission is given by the dog commi ee. A member is only allowed to enter and show in one showmanship class. Members may show more than one dog in agility and rally. 4. Any dog that shows aggressive behavior towards any dog or human or cannot be kept under control, will be asked to leave immediately. 5.
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6. All members must a end an orienta on class and county sponsored classes and/ or show par cipa on in outside training classes. The required number of county sponsored lessons to exhibit is 6 of 9 classes offered for 1st – 3rd year members. 4th year and above members are encouraged to a end classes, but are not re‐ quired to a end to be fair eligible. Outside classes will only be accepted if taken between January 1st and June 15th of the current year. Outside class verifica on forms are due no later than June 15th at the Extension Office, along with copy of current vaccina on records. Please note: Exhibitors must a end the required number of classes in each event—obedience, agility, and showmanship. Failure to a end will result in ineligibility to show at fair. 7. Members are required to personally sign‐in on the a endance sheet provided by instructor. Failure to sign in each me the member a ends will be noted as ab‐ sentee and the class will no count. Instructor will also note par cipa on in each por on of the class night and late arrivals, leaving early may result in class me not coun ng. 8. Exhibitors are only allowed to remain in a specific obedience level (prenovice and novice) for 2 years (excep on 1 year for subnovice). Once an exhibitor and dog have received a blue ribbon in a level, the exhibitor is automa cally required to progress to the next level. Excep on: If the 4‐H dog obedience instructor feels the dog is not ready for classes in the next level, the member may remain at the same level for lessons and showing for the following year. If a dog achieves an AKC or UKC tle or equivalent during the current 4‐H/FFA year, the dog will be allowed to show in its current level, but must move up the following year. For purposes of these rules, AKC tles will be used as the standard: A. Prenovice A obedience—Open only to dogs and members with no previous showing experience and dog has no tles in rally or obedience through other organiza ons. B. Prenovice B obedience—For dogs or members with previous show experience or dogs with obedience or rally tles. C. Sub Novice Obedience—For dogs or members who have not received a quali‐ fying score (170 or higher, minimum 50% in each category on score sheet) at the previous year’s fair in the Prenovice B class. Dogs must not have finished any legs towards any CD tle nor any experience shown in higher levels. Member may have experience in upper levels. D. Novice A obedience—Dog and member with no previous showing experience at the novice level. Dog must have no obedience or rally tles from other organiza ons. E.
F. Grad Novice—Dog and member must have previous showing experience at the grad novice level. Dog may have CD obedience or RA rally tles, but nothing higher. G. Open—Dog and/or member may have previous open level showing experience, but dog must not have a CDX or higher obedience tle and shall not have RE or higher tle. H. On leash agility—For dogs shown in prenovice or subnovice obedience only. Dogs shown in novice or higher obedience are not allowed to show in on leash agility. Dog is shown on lead. I. Advanced Agility—is run off leash and member and dog must have had previous experience in agility and are showing in novice or higher obedience. 9. Dogs are to remain in the area on leash or crated un l show me and their class is called. 10. Showmanship classes will start with Junior showmanship, followed by 22 Intermediate and Senior. If Overall showmanship is awarded, it will be deter‐ mined from the winners of each class. Obedience class running order will be: Open, Grad Novice, Novice, Sub Novice then Prenovice. Agility class order to be determined the day or fair. 11. No wolves or wolf‐dogs will be admi ed due to State of Iowa Department of Agriculture rabies no fica on. 12. No female dog in season may be exhibited. No pregnant or nursing females may be exhibited or present on the show grounds or at training classes. Females must have weaned puppies at least 4 weeks prior to showing and must be completely dry. 13. Puppies must be at least six months old on show date. 14. All exhibitors entering showmanship or agility at county fair must also enter and exhibit in at least one obedience class. The dog used in showmanship may be a different dog than the member’s obedience entry. Dogs entered in agility must also be entered and exhibited in an obedience class. If a family is sharing one animal, one member must show the dog in obedience and another can then show the dog in showmanship and/or agility. 15. Proper equipment must be used, as explained at dog obedience classes. No prong, mar ngale, halter, gentle leader or training collars may be used when showing. Buckle (either leather or nylon) or choke (metal or nylon) collars are acceptable. Prenovice obedience exhibitors must have a 6’ leash. Buckle collars only in agility. All tags or iden fica on items must be removed from collars. Appropriate showmanship collars are allowed for showmanship only. Small toys, treats or “bait” may be used in showmanship only. No treats, bait or toys allowed in the obedience or agility rings at fair. 16. Show a re: blue jeans or khakis, tennis shoes or close toed shoes. NXT Bank 2018 Fair t‐shirt. No sandals, shorts, capris, or hats. 17. Dogs should be brought to the grounds between 8:00am and 9:00am Monday July 2, 2017, for vet check. 18. Exhibitor conduct: Exhibitors shall not strike dogs nor use any other unnecessarily harsh physical means of disciplining dogs. 19. It is understood that fair is a busy me and parents are encouraged to be help to their child as needed. Remember, this is the child’s project and that the majority of the care and handling should be done by the project member. Commi ee members will be available to hold dogs as needed or to assist members before they enter the ring.
21. Exhibitors must receive the following points to receive appropriate ribbons in Dog Obedience: All obedience levels, break downs for Blue/Red/White ribbons: Blue 200‐170 Red 169‐100 White 99‐0 One first place trophy will be given per class. Dogs that leave the ring will be asked to return to finish the exercises, but will be considered disqualified and receive a white ribbon. Also any dog that urinates or defecates during their ring me will be considered disqualified and receive a white ribbon. There will be a high scoring regular class dog (prenovice, subnovice and novice classes) and a high scoring advanced class dog (grad novice, open and u lity). Any e will be first broken by the on leash heeling scores (regular classes or off leash
23 heeling (advanced classes). Any addi onal e will results in a heel off to be deter‐ mined by the judges. 21. Exhibitors must receive the following percentages of their total score in order to receive the appropriate ribbon in Agility: Blue 100‐85% of total score Red 84‐70% of total score White 69‐0% of total score Score is based on the total number of obstacles x 10 points per sta on. Example of deduc ons that may occur during a run: 1 point for each missed contact, 1 point for ght lead or direc ng dog with lead, 3 points for retry on obstacle, 5 points for incomplete obstacle and 10 points for refusal or missed obstacle. Judge will have the final say on all deduc ons. Dogs that leave the course will be asked to return to the ring to finish their run, but will be considered disqualified and receive a white ribbon. 22. Showmanship: Placing and ribbons are at the discre ons of the judge but will be based on the following criteria: 30% will be based on the Dog: behavior and training, grooming and overall ap‐ pearance 70% will be based on the Exhibitor: training of dog, appearance, skills in handling dog and a significant por on of their overall placing will be based on knowledge ques ons.
Showmanship Classes: Judging will be based on member’s personal appearance, handling of dog and grooming of dog. Members must meet requirement as stated in Rule #6. 90013—Dog Showmanship & Grooming ‐ Junior ‐ Grades 4th ‐ 6th 90014—Dog Showmanship & Grooming ‐ Intermediate ‐ Grades 7th ‐ 8th 90015—Dog Showmanship & Grooming ‐ Senior ‐ Grades 9th ‐ 12th 90016—Dog Showmanship & Grooming ‐ Advanced—previous year’s class who have not aged up to the next level.
Obedience Classes: 30201—Obedience—U lity Differs from Open by consis ng of scent discrimina on of a leather and metal ar cle, directed retrieve, heeling and signal exercise, directed jumping and out of sight sits and downs. 30202—Obedience—Open Exercise: Heel off leash, drop on recall, 3 min out of sight long sit and 5 min long down, retrieve on the flat and over high jump. Broad jump recall. 30203—Obedience—Graduate Novice Heeling on leash, Figure 8 off leash, drop on recall, dumbbell recall, recall over broad jump, recall over high jump, 3 min out of sight long down. 30204—Obedience—Novice A
30205—Obedience—Novice B Same exercises as Novice A (See class qualifica ons above) 30206—Obedience—Sub Novice Heel on leash, Figure 8 on leash, recall off leash, stand for exam off leash, sit‐stay for one minute and down for three minutes, off leash. 30207—Obedience—Pre‐Novice A All exercises on leash‐Heeling pa ern, figure 8, stand for exam, 6’ on lead recall, 1 min long sit and 3 min long down. 30208—Obedience—Pre‐Novice B Same exercises as Prenovice A (See class qualifica ons above) 24
Agility Classes in order of showing: 30301—Agility—On Leash‐under 16” For those dogs that par cipate in prenovice and sub novice obedience. Dogs will measure under 16” at the withers. Dogs under 18 months of age that are over the height limit, at the decision of the agility instructor, may also par cipate in this class. Dogs will remain on leash and be scored. Times will also be recorded but only used in the event of a e. Dog may not have any agility tles. Dog must hit both up and down contact points to avoid deduc ons. 30302—Agility—On Leash‐16” and over For those dogs that par cipate in prenovice and sub novice obedience. Dogs will measure over 16” at the withers or any dog that is under 16” and the handler requests a higher jump height. Dogs will remain on leash and be scored. Times will also be recorded but only used in the event of a e. Dog may not have any agility tles. Dog must hit both up and down contact points to avoid deduc ons 30303—Agility—Advanced under 16” Course will be run off leash. Dogs must have at least one year’s showing experience and be in novice or higher level obedience. Dogs will measure under 16” at the withers. Dog may have agility tles. NOTE: Any dog that cannot be controlled off leash will not be allowed to show in this level. This event is med with penal es added for obstacle faults. Dogs must hit both up and down contact points to avoid deduc ons. Weave guide wires are op onal. 30304—Agility—Advanced‐over 16” Course will be run off leash. Dogs must have at least one year’s showing experience and be in novice or higher level obedience. Dogs will measure over 16” at the withers or any dog under 16” that the handler requests a higher jump height. Dog may have agility tles. NOTE: Any dog that cannot be controlled off leash will not be allowed to show in this level. This event is med with penal es added for obstacle faults. Dogs must hit both up and down contact points to avoid deduc ons. Weave guide wires will be removed! Dairy Goat Department Commi ee—Marcia Jordan, Tammy Mysak Check‐in—Thursday, June 28, 2018 • 7:00–8:30am • Indoor Arena Judging— Thursday, June 28, 2018 • Dairy Goat 10:00am, Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. The base date for compu ng age of goats in all classes will be June 28, 2018. 2. Health requirements: Any evidence of foot rot, sore mouth, breathing problems, pinkeye, open sores or any other contagious disease will eliminate the animal from the show. See Health Requirement sec on regarding Scrapies rules. Disqualified animals must be removed from the grounds immediately! All animals will be checked by a vet prior to the show. 3. All goats must arrive Thursday, June 28, 2018 from 7:00–8:30am. Dairy Goats will be released a er the show. 4. All goats will be penned in the stalls in the Indoor Arena. Goats must be collared at all mes and broke to lead. Grooming must be done in the indoor Arena. 5. ID tags and ta oos should have been placed on animals by May 15th. Therefore, no tagging or ta ooing will be allowed on fairgrounds. 6. Hobby goats will have their own class in the PetShow. 7. All exhibitors will be assigned pens at check‐in. Considera on will be taken for number and size of goats. 8. Due to space limita ons, tack pens will only be allowed if space permits and Superintendent approves. Tack will be stored in a designated area if there are no tack pens. 25 9. It is the intent that the exhibitors take responsibility for caring and grooming their own animals. If assistance is needed it should be aimed at helping the exhibitor learn new skills and be done by an immediate family member (father, mother, brother, sister, grandparent, legal guardian, Linn County 4‐H club leader, current Linn County 4‐H or FFA member, or department commi ee member. Dairy Goat Show 1. A member may exhibit a maximum of two goats in each class, but no more than eight goats in the en re Dairy Goat Show. 2.
3. All goats must have their hooves properly cleaned, trimmed, and filed. Their coats must be cleaned and clipped for show. Horned animals will be discriminated against, but not disqualified. Dry does 24 months and older are disqualified. 4. All purebred and recorded grade goats must be recorded and ta ooed in accordance with ADGA rules. Registra on papers must be presented to the superintendent at the me of arrival. Registra on papers are not required for grade classes. Grade dairy goats must be iden fied by a scrapie eartag. 5. Exhibi ng 4‐H/FFA members should wear a white 4‐H/FFA shirt or a plain white shirt with white (or khaki) pants in the show ring. Classes in order of showing 50001—Registered doeling under 4 months 50002—Registered doeling 4 months and under 12 months 50003—Registered Yearling doe 12 months and under 24 months, has not freshened 50005—Registered doe 24‐36 months 50006—Registered doe 36 months and over 50007—Recorded Grade doeling under 4 months 50008—Recorded Grade doeling 4 months and under 12 months 50009—Recorded Grade Yearling doe 12 months and under 24 months, has not freshened 50010—Recorded Grade doe under 24 months, has freshened 50011—Recorded Grade doe 24‐36 months 50012—Recorded Grade doe 36 months and over 50013—Grade doeling under 4 months 50014—Grade doeling 4 months and under 12 months 50015—Grade Yearling doe 12 months and under 24 months, has not freshened 50016—Grade doe under 24 months, has freshened 50017—Grade doe 24‐36 months 50018—Grade doe 36 months and over 50019—Bucks under 6 months, grade or registered
Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines 90028—Dairy Goat Advanced 90027—Dairy Goat Senior 90026—Dairy Goat Intermediate 90025—Dairy Goat Junior
26 Meat Goat Department Commi ee—Barbie Waltz Weigh‐In—Sunday, April 22, 2018 • 12pm—1pm • Fairgrounds Check‐in—Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 1:00pm—3:00pm • Indoor Arena Judging— Thursday, June 28, 2018 • 2pm Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. The date for compu ng your goats age for show purposes will be: June 28, 2018. 2. Iden fying your project varies based on your entry type. Market goats (see descrip‐ on under Market Goat Specific Rules) must have a scrapie tag placed in the animal’s ear prior to the April weigh in and a 4‐H tag placed in that animals ear to be eligible to show at the county fair. All breeding does and bucks that are not registered (commercial), must be iden fied by a scrapie’s tag. Registered Boer Goats (percentage & fullblood bucks and does) must be iden fied with a ta oo that match‐ es the registra on paper for that animal. Registra on papers must be in the 4‐Her's or immediate family member's name to be eligible for show. Original registra ons must be presented at check in. 3. All animals must be iden fied and verified thru the 4‐H Online systems by May 15, 2018, therefore no tagging or ta ooing will be allowed on the fairgrounds. Animals must be entered in the Fair Entry system by May 15, 2018 4. All goats will be stalled in the indoor arena. All exhibitors will be assigned pens by the meat goat commi ee, who will take in to considera on that the exhibitor may be showing Dairy Goats and/or A.O.B.s. Due to limited space, tack pens may be allowed or a designated area will be available. Any grooming must be done in or around the indoor arena, being considerate of other shows that might be taking place. 5. Water must be available to your animal at all mes! No muzzles allowed. Wood shavings must be used in the goat pens and exhibitors must bring their own bedding. Drenching, use of false colorant, and any injec ons that alter the natural appearance of the animal will result in the disqualifica on of that animal. Exhibitors and families in viola on will have a report filed with Linn County 4‐H for review and course of ac on. 6. If a later release me is needed on Sunday, July 1st, an excep on needs to be re‐ quested in wri ng to the Meat Goat Commi ee prior to fair, who will then place the request to the Livestock Commi ee for final determina on. 7. All goats selling in the auc on MUST STAY on the fair grounds and will be re‐stalled by instruc on from the Livestock Commi ee during the project release me. As an exhibitor, you must con nue to provide the best care for this animal as it is s ll under your ownership. 8. Due to the risk of smooth collars causing a collapsed windpipe, only halters and pronged collars will be allowed while handling animals in and out of the showring. If your goat will not walk, do not drag your animal but ask for a healer’s assistance. It is perfectly acceptable to pick up goat kids and carry them around the ring, if they are under 3 months of age and healing a empts fail. 9. Exhibitors are to take responsibility for caring and grooming of their own animals. If assistance is needed, it should be given with the intent of helping the exhibitor learn new skills and be done by: mother, father, brother, sister, grandparent, legal guardi‐ an, Linn County 4‐H or FFA Leader, current 4‐H or FFA member or department com‐ mi ee member. 10. Exhibitors must wear the approved 2018 NXT Bank shirt, any color long pants and close‐toed shoes while in the show ring. Exhibitors are encouraged to help each oth‐ er, as has been done in years past. 11. As part of the project, members and families will be asked to: help set up, tear down pens and clean up shavings within the facili es. 4‐H and FFA members and their fami‐ lies will be asked to sign up for monitor me slots. If slots are not filled on a volunteer basis, mes will be assigned. We will work TOGETHER for those that have other live‐
27 stock show obliga ons. 12. In the Market Classes and Breeding Doe Classes there will be an overall placing of the for Best of Linn County Market Goat and Best of Linn County Breeding Doe. Thisis an award only, non‐premium recogni on. Meat Goat General Rules Exhibi ng 4‐H/FFA members should wear the approved 2018 NXT Bank t‐shirt with any color of pants. Market Meat Goat *A market animal is one that’s purpose is intended for slaughter, that may prevent it from being used effec vely in a breeding herd. A wether is a castrated male and must be free of the tes cles in their en rety by check‐in at fair. 1. Market goats may consist of wethers and doelings born August 1, 2017 or and date therea er. Market goats must s ll have their kid (milk) teeth in normal posi on at the me of check‐in. Animals not castrated or missing appropriate teeth will be dis‐ qualified. 2. Each member may weigh in up to 10 head in April, but may only exhibit 4 market goats at fair. All market goats must meet the iden fica on rules noted under the general rules. At check in for fair, no tubes, blankets or coats are allowed at vet check or weigh in. All market goats must weigh a minimum of 40 lbs. 3. Market goats must be disbudded/dehorned or have the horns pped blunt, hooves cleaned and trimmed and have their coats clean and clipped down to 3/8” of hair or less above the knees to include the neck and head. 4. Bracing of the market goats will be allowed provided: the animal’s hooves are not off of the ground for more than 10 seconds. All 4 feet of the goat must be on the ground while under inspec on by the judge. 5. All meat goats will be automa cally eligible for Rate of Gain ribbons and premiums. Rate of gain premiums will be paid on the following basis: Blue Award: .35 lb. per day and above Red Award: .25—.34 lb. per day White Award: Under .25 lb. per day
Breeding Meat Goats *A breeding doe’s purpose is intended to produce and raise kids. If any does over 24 months has not kidded and cannot prove current pregnancy, it will be disqualified 1. Breeding meat goats will consist of unregistered does of any meat breed, registered percentage Boer does or registered Fullblood Boer does (any age) and Meat goat bucks (under 8 months of age). 2. All breeding goats must have their coats clean and their hooves must be properly cleaned and trimmed. Horns will be allowed in breeding meat goats. Clipping/fi ng will be le up to the discre on of the exhibitor. 3. Exhibitors may iden fy up to 25 head breeding goats online but each member may exhibit no more than 2 goats in a class with a total of 8 goats in the meat goat show which includes up to 4 market goats.
All Other Breed Goats *With this being a developmental year for the All Other Breeds category, the commi ee is currently working to develop a list of breeds that will be allowed and will work with fami‐ lies to ensure that their entry/entries are best iden fied and correctly entered. 1. A.O.B.s will consist of your small breed goats such as Pygmy or Nigerian type breeds. 2. All goats must have their coats clean and their hooves must be properly cleaned and trimmed. Horns in the A.O.B. classes are at the discre on of the exhibitor, however if in the market class and horned, those horns must be blunt pped. 3. Clipping/fi ng will be le up to the discre on of the exhibitor. 28 4. Exhibitors may iden fy up to 15 head All Other Breed goats online but each member may exhibit no more than 2 goats in a class with a total of 8 goats under the meat goat, show which includes up to 4 market goats.
MARKET MEAT GOAT SHOW CLASSES Market Classes—To be further divided by weight 50101—Market goat with Boer influence 50102—Market meat goat with dairy breed influence 50103—Market Goat rate of gain Breeding Goat Classes 50104—Commercial Does under 12 months 50105—Commercial Does over 12 months 50106—Registered Percentage Boer Does under 12 months 50107—Registered Percentage Boer Does over 12 months 50108—Registered Full Blood Boer Does under 12 months 50109—Registered Full Blood Boer Does over 12 months 50110—Bucks under 4 months, commercial or registered 50111—Bucks over 4 months but under 8 months, commercial or registered All Other Breed Classes 50112‐Does under 12 months of age, commercial or registered 50113‐Does over 12 months of age, commercial or registered 50114‐Bucks under 4 months of age, commercial or registered 50115‐Bucks over 4 months but under 8 months of age, commercial or registered
Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines 90032—Meat Goat Advanced 90030—Meat Goat Intermediate 90031—Meat Goat Senior 90029—Meat Goat Junior
Horse Department Superintendent—Megan O’Connor Check‐in—Tuesday, June 26, 2018 8‐8:45AM • Outdoor Arena Judging—Tuesday, June 26, 2018 9AM• Outdoor Arena Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. Horse/Ponies may be owned by the 4‐H/FFA member or in partnership with an immediate family member (mother, father, sister, brother or legal guardian). 2. Leased horses/ponies are permi ed IF the member has taken 75‐80% ac ve role in care and training. If you own a horse you cannot lease addi onal horses for showing. Leased animals may not be exhibited in halter classes. 3. Each member may only exhibit three horses and three ponies at the fair. 4. Exhibitors will be par cipa ng in one of two divisions: 8th Grade and Under 9th Grade and Over 5. Horses and ponies are to be entered in the halter classes according to their age as follows: Weanling—animals born on or a er January 1, 2018 Yearling—animals born between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017 Two‐year‐olds— Three‐year‐olds— Aged—animals born before January 1, 2015
29 6. No stallions born before January 1 of current year. 7. Showing at Fair requirements: All members are required to a end: One orienta on AND Three Clinics Clinics may be: Linn County Sponsored Sponsored by another county Preapproved public clinics, horse shows, rodeos, or lessons (Preapproval must be in wri ng PRIOR to event. Events must be done January 1st—June 23rd. Documenta on of comple on will be required) 8. On show day, ponies and horses must arrive at me noted. Ponies and horses will be released following the show. Early dismissal must be pre‐approved, in wri ng, by com‐ mi ee and office. Leaving without permission will result in forfeiture of placings, rib‐ bons, and eligibility at the following year’s fair. 9. Only the 4‐H/FFA exhibitor may ride his/her horse/pony during the fair. Horses may be riddenonly in designated areas. Do not ride on the race track. *No tro ng or loping between the trailers. 10. All animals must be under control while on the fairgrounds. Animal behavior will be evaluated by department commi ee and exhibitors may be asked to remove the animal from the fairgrounds. 10.All youth par cipa ng in any 4‐H/FFA equestrian event or ac vity MUST wear American Society of Tes ng Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering Ins tute (SEI) approved protec ve head gear with chin strap and properly fi ed harness when mounted and riding in any Linn County 4‐H/FFA sponsored horse riding ac vity. It is the responsibility of the rider or parent or guardian of the minor rider, to ensure that the head gear complies with such approved standards and carries the proper seals, and is properly fi ed and in good condi on. Iowa State University, Extension staff, organizing commi ees or leaders are not responsible for checking head gear for compliance. Iowa State University makes no representa on or warranty, expressed or implied, about such head gear and cau ons riders that serious injury may result despite wearing head gear, as no helmet can protect against all foreseeable injuries in equestrian sports. 11.
12.Western a re: • Dark blue jeans without holes must be worn. A belt is required. • Western boots must be worn. (Fashion heels are prohibited.) • A solid, plain, front bu on or snap long‐sleeved, collared shirt of any color (including white) may be worn. The following is prohibited: personalized logos or embroidery, zippers, sheer or lace fabric, embellishments or bling of any kind including, but not limited to, sequins, rhine‐ stones, chains, etc. Shirt must be tucked in. 13.English a re: • Hunt seat type helmet must be worn. • Exhibitors must wear hunt coats of tradi onal colors such as navy, dark green, gray, black, or brown. Maroon and red are improper. • Breeches (or jodhpurs) are to be of tradi onal shades of buff, kha‐ ki, canary, light gray, or rust. • Shirts of any color with e or choker are preferred. • Hair must be neat and contained (as in net or braid). • Exhibitors must wear high Eng‐ lish boots or paddock (jodhpur) boots of black or brown. 14.Game class dress code: A solid, plain, front bu on or snap long‐sleeved, collared shirt of any color (including white) may be worn. The following is prohibited: personalized logos or embroidery, zippers, sheer or lace fabric, embellishments or bling of any kind, including, but not limited to, sequins, rhinestones, chains, etc. Shirt must be tucked in. Dark blue jeans without holes must be worn. A belt is required. Western boots must be worn. (Fashion heels are prohibited.) Spurs are permissible. Spurs must be dull and the rowels free‐moving. Chaps, ball caps, tank tops, T‐shirts, or jersey‐type shirts ARE NOT to be worn. Approved Protec ve headgear must be worn. 15.Western Pleasure, English, and Game Show Tack: Project members are required to 30 follow the State 4‐H Tack Requirements—see State Rule Book 16.If numbers warrant, any class may be divided or combined at the discre on of the project commi ee. 17.Exhibitors will receive premiums for their top 10 placings in the combined horse and pony classes. Only ribbons will be given for any addi onal placings. 18.First and second place winners of all halter classes will compete for Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Halter Horse or Halter Pony. 19. There will be high point and reserve high point awards given to the top 2 individuals in each division. a. Division classes are Showmanship, Walk‐Trot (English or Western), Western Pleasure, Western Horsemanship, English/Hunter Under Saddle, English/ Hunter Under Saddle Equi‐ ta on. b. Game division classes will be Barrels, Poles, Speed and Flags 20. Non‐compliance of rules will result in forfeiture of earned placing and premiums as well as elimina on from the remaining classes that day. This includes compliance with the dress code. 22.
24.Ponies are any animal under 14.1 hands. Ponies that are shod will have ½ inch deducted from height. Refer to the State 4‐H Rule book—all ponies will be measured following State 4‐H Rules. All ponies will be measured at a clinic prior to May 15th. A horse is any equine 14.1 hands and over (14.1 hands equals 57 inches). 26. State 4‐H Rules supersede all County Rules. 27. All biosecurity procedures will be followed due to EHV Myeloencephalopaphy. If you have ques ons, contact the Linn County Extension office. 28. Costume Class may be ridden single or double. Dress code does not apply except for boots and helmets. For safety reasons, your costume must be approved in advance by the horse commi ee. Halter & Pleasure Classes Classes in order of showing 60001—Pony Halter Weanlings and Yearlings 60002—Pony Halter 2‐3 Year Olds 60003—Pony Halter Mare 51” and under 60004—Pony Halter Gelding 51” and under 60005—Pony Halter Mare 51” and over 60006—Pony Halter Gelding 51” and over 60007—Mini Horse Halter ‐ Mare 60008—Mini Horse Halter ‐ Gelding 60009—Horse Halter Weanlings and Yearlings 60010—Horse Halter 2‐3 year olds 60011—Horse Halter Stock Type Mares 60012—Horse Halter Stock Type Geldings 60013—Horse Halter Classic Type, Horse or Pony Classic Type breed Arabian, Thoroughbred, and Hackney 60014—Horse Halter Mule, Dra , Donkey 60101—Lynn Dunn Memorial Walk/Trot Pleasure (Award donated by Lynn Dunn Family) 60102—Pony Walk‐Trot 9th grade and above 60103—Pony Walk‐Trot 8th grade and below 60104—Pony Western Pleasure 9th grade and above 60105—Pony Western Pleasure 8th grade and below 60106—Jr. Western Pleasure (Pony age 5 and under) 60107—Pony Western Horsemanship 9th grade and above 60108—Pony Western Horsemanship 8th grade and below 60109—Horse Walk‐Trot 9th grade and above 31 60110— Horse Walk‐Trot 8th grade and below 60111— Horse Western Pleasure 9th grade and above 60112— Horse Western Pleasure 8th grade and below 60113—Jr. Western Pleasure (Horse Age 5 and under) 60114— Western Horsemanship Horse 9th grade and above 60115— Western Horsemanship Horse 8th grade and below 60116—Pony Trail 9th grade and above 60117—Pony Trail 8th grade and below 60118— Horse Trail 9th grade and above 60119— Horse Trail 8th grade and below 60120—English Pleasure Pony 9th grade and above 60121—English Pleasure Pony 8th grade and below 60122—English Pleasure Horse 9th grade and above 60123—English Pleasure Horse 8th grade and below 60125‐ Horse English/Hunter Under Saddle Equita on—8th grade and below 60126—Horse English/Hunter Under Saddle Equita on—9th grade and above 60127– Pony English/Hunter Under Saddle Equita on—8th grade and below 60128– Pony English/Hunter Under Saddle Equita on—9th grade and above 60124—Horse and Pony Costume‐ All ages 60219—Joe Soukup Memorial Ranch Horse Pleasure—(Award donated by Joe Soukup Family)
Games Show
Barrels th Speed 60201—Pony—9 grade and above th th 60209— Pony—9 grade and above 60202—Pony—8 grade and below 60210— Pony— 8th grade and below 60203— Horse—9th grade and above 60211— Horse—9th grade and above 60204— Horse—8th grade and below 60212— Horse—8th grade and below Flags Poles 60205— Pony—9th grade and above 60213— Pony—9th grade and above 60206— Pony—8th grade and below 60214— Pony—8th grade and below 60207— Horse –‐9th grade and above 60215— Horse— 9th grade and above 60208— Horse—8th grade and below 60216— Horse— 8th grade and below
Egg and Spoon 60217— All ages horse or pony Showmanship Classes Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines 90037— Pony Showmanship ‐ 9th Grade and Above 90038— Pony Showmanship ‐ 8th Grade and Below 90039— Horse Showmanship ‐ 9th Grade and Above 90040— Horse Showmanship ‐ 8th Grade and Below
Superintendent—Jeff Barrick Check‐in—Friday, June 29, 2018 • 1:30‐1:45pm • Small Animal Building Judging—Friday, June 29, 2018 • 2:00pm • Small Animal Building Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. Entries may come from only properly enrolled 4‐H and FFA pet projects. 2. All 4‐H Pet projects must be iden fied in 4honline by May 15, 2018
32 3. Entry in the pet show cannot be shown in another show at the county fair for that year. If an animal is eligible to exhibit in another show at the Linn County Fair, it may not be exhibited in the pet show.
4. Entries are to be brought on Friday between 1:00pm and 1:45pm and will be released following judging. 5. Pet exhibitors should be prepared to answer the following ques ons concerning the care and feeding of their pet. This may be prepared in wri en form. This informa on can be later used as support informa on in the member's record book. • Type of pet (hamster, canary, guppy, etc.) • Classifica on of animal (rodent, bird, fish, etc.) and scien fic name • Pet's name • How long have you had your pet? • What is your pet's normal life expectancy? • Is your pet nocturnal or diurnal? • How o en do you feed your pet? What food? • Has your pet ever been sick, what was the problem? Did you take it to the vet? • How did you cure the problem? • Is your pet male or female? If female, has it ever raised babies? • Fish: Is it egg laying or live bearing? • Have you trained your pet to do anything special? What? • What do you like best about your pet? Least? • What have you learned in your project? 6. Evalua on of pets will be based on exhibitor’s responses to the judge’s ques ons plus the condi on of the pet (health and appearance) and the ability to handle or tell how they handle their pet when they do (fish, etc.) Five ques ons will be asked and scored to be used to break es.
8. 9. Exhibit must meet the appropriate conserva on or health requirement laws as established by the state of Iowa. Pot bellied pigs must follow health guidelines established for swine. Classes 30101—Fish 30105—Amphibians & Rep les 30102— Exo c Bird 30106—Alpacas & Llamas 30103—Gerbil 30107—Other 30104—Hamster
Poultry Department Superintendents—Holly Frosch Check‐in & Vet‐Check—Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 4:00‐6:00pm • Indoor Arena Judging— Saturday, June 30, 2018 • 9:00am • Indoor Arena Release—Sunday, July 1, 2018 • 7:00am—9:00am
Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. Exhibitors must be present when their birds are being judged. Subs tute showman: See General Rules. 2. 4‐H members may exhibit up to 10 entries. (A pair is considered 1 entry. The egg show is separate and does not count.) Exhibitors need to check the APA Standard of Perfec on, poultry catalogs, poultry websites, or other reliable sources to properly iden fy their birds before check‐in day. 33 3. Exhibitors will receive premiums for their top 10 placings. 4. All birds should be entered as follows: Cock—a male chicken greater than one year of age Hen—a female chicken greater than one year of age Cockerel—a male chicken less than one year of age Pullet—a female chicken less than one year of age
5. Youth must ID each bird by May 15, 2018. 6. All birds will be judged according to the most current edi on of the American Stand‐ ard of Perfec on, general health and care will be taken into strong considera on. Birds not listed by the American Poultry Associa on or the American Bantam Associa‐ on in the currently accepted breed list will be placed in the Mixed Breed Class un‐ less there is a proposed standard for classifica on. Non‐recognized breeds may be exhibited, but may result in a lower class placement due to the lack of an accepted standard. 7. Cages will be provided for birds. 4‐H members are invited to decorate their birds’ cages if they choose. Decora on should not interfere with the bird’s space or create a poten al hazard to the animal. 8. Give your poultry enough food and water at adequate intervals – especially plenty of water during hot temperatures. See Iowa Youth Code of Ethics. Poultry exhibitors will be responsible for their own birds. 9. 4‐H/FFA members should enlist the assistance of other member to care for, bring to the show ring, and exhibit their birds. Parents should supervise but not ac vely pre‐ pare birds for exhibi on or care for birds at the show. Remember, this is your 4‐H/ FFA member’s project. 10. Showmanship is judged throughout your bird’s stay at fair by commi ee and judge. Part of showmanship is the care and respect you give to your birds and to others. 11. All poultry* must test nega ve for pullorum‐typhoid by an authorized tes ng agent within 90 days prior to the fair or come from a cer fied Na onal Poultry Improve‐ ment Plan P‐T Clean flock. If not tested during the Linn County 4‐H P‐T Tes ng Clinic, all exhibitors must present either a) a copy of the exhibitor’s NPIP official flock cer fi‐ cate or b) USDA APHIS VS Form 9‐2 test report for birds being shown. This is the pro‐ tocol established by the United State Department of Agriculture and the Iowa De‐ partment of Agriculture and Land Stewardship in associa on with the Iowa Poultry Associa on. (*P‐T Tes ng is not required for doves or pigeons.) 12. All exhibitors are responsible for cleaning out cages and cleaning up the barn as soon as birds are released. No early removals. 13. All birds must comply with health requirements set up by commi ee, veterinarian, and judge. Birds considered unhealthy or sick will be required to be removed from the fairgrounds and taken home immediately. 14. Exhibitors need to keep their areas clean and swept during their stay at the fair. Please keep aisle clean for the public coming through the barn. 15. All 4‐H members planning on showing their poultry will be required to a end one orienta on mee ng as well as one clinic during the current project year. 16. All classes will be divided into four parts (except for Pairs Class and Pen of Three Meat Birds).
Pen of Three Meat Birds
1. Meat bird entries must be purchased from Interstate Grain Service, Center Point with purchase arrangements made through the extension office—dates, price and quan ‐ ty. Entries must be 7 weeks by June 27, 2018. Exhibitor must provide copy of store receipt at check‐in. 1 meat bird class entry consists of 1 pen of three.
34 2. Judging Criteria AVERAGE DAILY GAIN: Pen with highest average daily weight gain. ADG = . UNIFORMITY : Birds should be of uniform weight, shape, and type. FLESHING: Birds should be well‐fleshed on breast, thighs, legs, and back. GENERAL APPEARANCE: Birds should be clean. SERIOUS DEFECTS: Unable to stand and move normally, blind, crooked breast bone, breast blisters, skin cuts, bruised flesh or other injuries, absence of flesh ing and finish (fat), objec onable dirt, staining and filth. 3. Exhibitors must sign up and prepay to sell their Pen of three in the 4‐H Livestock Auc‐ on at Poultry Check‐in. 4. 4‐H Pen of Three exhibitors are HIGHLY encouraged to do their own marke ng to help sell their birds before Auc on Day at fair! 5. Meat Birds will be released at the end of poultry judging. In order to par cipate in the auc on, member will present a photo of their pen of three during the auc on. Classes Meat Birds (Pen of Three) Pairs—All Breed Pairs 70001—Pen of Three 70037—Poultry Pairs
American Asia c English Mediterranean 70005—Pullet 70009—Pullet 70013—Pullet 70017—Pullet 70006—Cockrel 70010—Cockrel 70014—Cockrel 70018—Cockrel 70007—Hen 70011—Hen 70015—Hen 70019—Hen 70008—Rooster 70012—Rooster 70016—Rooster 70020—Rooster Con nental AOSB Commercial Egg Mixed Breed 70021—Pullet 70025—Pullet 70029—Pullet 70033—Pullet 70022—Cockrel 70026—Cockrel 70030—Cockrel 70034—Cockrel 70023—Hen 70027—Hen 70031—Hen 70035—Hen 70024—Rooster 70028—Rooster 70032—Rooster 70036—Rooster
Bantam Game Bantam Single Bantam Rosecomb Any Other Clean‐ 70038—Pullet Comb Clean Legged 70046—Pullet Legged Bantam 70039—Cockrel 70042—Pullet 70047—Cockrel 70050—Pullet 70040—Hen 70043—Cockrel 70048—Hen 70051—Cockrel 70041—Rooster 70044—Hen 70049—Rooster 70052—Hen 70045—Rooster 70053—Rooster Bantam Feather Duck‐Light & Duck‐Medium Breed Duck‐Heavy Breed Legged Bantam Breed 70062—Young Duck 70066—Young Duck 70054—Pullet 70058—Young Duck 70063—Young Drake 70067—Young Drake 70055—Cockrel 70059—Young Drake 70064—Old Duck 70068—Old Duck 70056—Hen 70060—Old Duck 70065—Old Drake 70069—Old Drake 70057—Rooster 70061—Old Drake
Turkey Pigeon Other (Pheasant, Geese 70070—Young Hen 70078—Female Squab Quail, Etc.) 70074—Young 70071—Young Tom 70079—Male Squab 70082—Pullet 70075—Young 70072—Old Hen 70080—Hen 70083—Cockerel 70076—Old Goose 70073—Old Tom 70081—Cock 70084—Hen 70077—Old Gander 70085—Rooster POULTRY EGG SHOW 1. Each exhibitor is limited to one entry per class, with a maximum of 4 entries per ex‐ hibitor. 35 2. Eggs entered must be produced by his or her own flock. Birds do not need to be iden‐ fied. 3. Exhibitor must be enrolled in the poultry project and have a ended the required FSQA classes. 4. Each entry must bear its own entry number and tag. 5. Each entry shall consist of 3 eggs. One egg will be cracked to judge the whites and yolks. This will be a random egg chosen at the judge’s discre on. 6. Judging Criteria All eggs shall be properly cleaned, dried, and boxed before received for judging. An entry that is apparently dirty or has an odor shall be disqualified. UNIFORMITY OF COLOR: All eggs should be consistent in color. UNIFORMITY OF SHAPE: All eggs should be consistent in shape. SHELL TEXTURE: Each egg is judged on shell texture in each of the following cate‐ gories: Rough, ridges, porous, blind check, wrinkled. An egg that is cracked or bro‐ ken shall have considerable deduc ons. CONDITION: Dirty – adhering dirt that would not be so severe to disqualify the egg; stained – not adhering; glassy or shiny surface – oils, egg whites, moisture. YOLK/WHITE INSPECTION: Yolk shape, color, and centering will be judged. Albumin clarity and shape along with chalazae and germ spot. DEFECTS: More than one yolk, staleness, polished or over‐prepared shells, a devel‐ oping embryo, excessive blood streaks and meat spots. 7. Egg Color is based off of the following criteria: White: The color as close as reasonably possible to white. Brown: The color as close as reasonably possible including dark and light brown. Beiges or creams are classified as pastel. Pastel: Includes blues, greens, pinks, beiges, or creams. Judges reserve the right to move eggs from one classifica on to another when they have been entered in the wrong class according to class defini ons. 7. Awards will be will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each class. All exhibitors will re‐ ceive a blue, red or white designa on on their entry. Addi onal Awards: Best Ban‐ tam, Best Large Fowl, Best Other, Best Overall Entry
Classes 70086—Bantam White Egg 70091—Large Fowl Pastel Egg 70087—Bantam Brown Egg 70092—Goose Egg 70088—Bantam Pastel Egg 70093—Duck Egg 70089—Large Fowl White Egg 70094—Quail Egg 70090—Large Fowl Brown Egg 70095—Other Egg
Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines
90044—Poultry Advanced 90046—Poultry—Intermediates 90045—Poultry—Seniors 90047—Poultry—Juniors Rabbit & Cavy Department Commi ee Chair— Hannah Dunlap Check‐in Rabbit—Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 2:00pm‐4:00pm • Small Animal Building Vet check for rabbits, poster entries due, Showmanship Study Guide Due Judging—Thursday, June 28, 2018 • 10:00am • Small Animal Building 9:00am to 10:00am—Showmanship wri en test 36 Rabbit Release— Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 7:00‐9:00 am Check‐in Cavy—Thursday, June 28, 2018 • 7:00am—8:00am • Small Animal Building Cavy Release — Thursday, June 28, 2018 at 5pm Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. Youth must meet 4‐H or FFA membership guidelines. All animals must be iden fied to an individual 4‐H or FFA member using a 4‐H animal iden fica on form in 4‐H Online. 2. A endance requirements to show a rabbit at the fair: First and Second year exhibitors must a end 2 Linn County Rabbit Workshops. Third year and above exhibitors must par cipate in one of the following: ▫ A end 1 Linn County Rabbit Workshop ▫ Par cipate in an approved area wide rabbit event (American Rabbit Breeder Associa on sanc oned show, mee ng or reginal rabbit clinics) from a list provid‐ ed to members. ▫ Serve as an approved mentor for younger 4‐H rabbit youth in lieu of the a end‐ ance requirement. Wri en report will be required. ▫ Serve on the 4‐H Rabbit Commi ee. 3. All rabbits are permanently earmarked by a ta oo in the le ear prior to the show (Including Meat Pen, Single Fryer, and Rabbit Fur classes). This must be done prior to arriving on the grounds for the fair show. Rabbits not ta ooed will be declined en‐ trance to the Linn County 4‐H and FFA Rabbit Show. Project workshops will be held throughout the year at which mes rabbits may be ta ooed, or faded ta oos can be touched up. 4. Maximum entries per exhibitor are 15 rabbits, which may include up to 2 meat pens (3 rabbits in each which count as 1 entry). Exhibitors will receive premiums for their top 10 placings for rabbit. 5. A rabbit may only be entered as Commercial, Fancy, Single Fryer, Meat Pen or Cross‐ bred. 6. A member may have any number of entries in a class except Home Raised. 7. Each exhibitor MUST par cipate in set up and clean up a er the show. Failure to do so will result in loss of premium money. Request for exemp on for set up OR clean up due to conflic ng ac vi es must be in wri ng and submi ed to the commi ee prior to the fair. This exemp on is given only by approval of the commi ee. 8.
Each member must pre‐register for classes in Fair Entry by May 15, 2017 ‐ itemizing classes entered, breed, ear ta oo or tag number, and birth date informa on for the rabbits entered.
Each rabbit must pass a health check. Sick animals will not be permi ed to com‐ pete, and will need to be removed immediately. Illnesses include but are not lim‐ ited to: Snuffles (thick white or yellow discharge from the nose), runny eyes, ear mites, diarrhea, abscesses, etc. All animals shown must be weaned. 9. Rabbits will be released on Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 7:00 am. Rabbits taken early will result in loss of premium money to the exhibitor and the exhibitor will not be allowed to exhibit at the next year’s fair. 10. Youth must own & care for their own rabbits and cannot show animals belonging to other individuals. All animals must be groomed, handled, and shown by the owner except in cases of sickness, military service, other 4‐H commitments, or when a mem‐ ber has more than one animal in a class. The exhibitor may then select another Linn County 4‐H or FFA member to show his/her exhibit. Obliga ons during the rabbit’s stay at the fair: Each exhibitor is responsible for bringing animals to the fair in their own carriers. Exhibitors must feed, water, and tend to their animals through the day. Coops will be provided by the Fair, and be maintained by Exhibitor including but are not lim‐ ited to: decora ons, fresh bedding, clean/clear walk way, fresh food/water, cooling devices, etc. 37 11. A copy of the American Rabbit Breeders Associa on (A.R.B.A.). STANDARD OF PER‐ FECTION is available at the Linn County Extension Office for reference to disqualifi‐ ca on and breed standard, which will be used to judge the rabbits at the show. 12. Selling rabbits at the fair is permi ed, but the price must be displayed on the cage. Only rabbits that have been shown may be displayed for sale at the fair. 4‐H’ers must be aware that offering an animal for sale, even if it does not sell, terminates the animal’s eligibility as a 4‐H project. See Animal Rule #17. 13. Dress Code: Blue or black jeans plus 2018 NXT Bank t‐shirt, solid shoes and NO hat, (See General Rules) required of all exhibitors during judging. Rabbit Classes 1. Judging Order of the day will be: Wri en Showmanship, Intro of Judge, Homeraised, Meat Classes, Commercial Rabbit Breeds, Fancy Rabbit Breeds, Crossbreds, Posters, Showmanship Oral, Best in Show—Awards, Photo Time 2. Please refer to ARBA STANDARD OF PERFECTION for specific weight and age re‐ quirements for each purebred or meat class. HOME RAISED 35201—Home Raised Rabbits
MEAT RABBIT 35101—Meat Pen Meat pens are judged on a) meat type, b) condi on, c) uniformity, and d) fur. Examples of meat pens include most Commercial Breeds and Fancy Breeds that reach 8 lbs. or more. They may include but are not limited to: Californians, New Zealand, Champagne d ’Argent, Crème d ’Argent, Sa n, French Lop, American Stable, Standard Rex, etc. Requirements: 1. Pen consists of three rabbits of the same breed, less than 10 weeks of age, weigh‐ ing between three(3) and five(5) pounds each the day of the show. 2. Entries can be bucks, does, or a combina on of bucks and does. 3. Entries do not have to be of the same li er, but do have to be the same color vari‐ ety and have to come from the same 4‐H project. 4. Entries in this sub‐division may be purebred or crossbred, but s ll follow the guide‐ lines for the class.
6. Youth may enter a maximum of two (2) meat pens. 7. Remark cards must show ear numbers of all 3 rabbits on 1 form. 8. The Best Meat Pen will receive a Rose e Ribbon. 35102—Single Fryer This class is for rabbits not over 10 weeks of age and weighing between (3) and five (5) pounds the day of the show. Examples of single fryers include most Commercial Breeds and a few Fancy Breeds that reach 8 pounds or more at adult weight. The breeds include but are not limited to: Cali‐ fornians, New Zealand, Champagne d ’Argent, Crème d 'Argent, Sa n, French Lop, etc. No single fryer can be entered as commercial, fancy or crossbred classes. The Best Sin‐ gle Fryer rabbit will receive a Rose e Ribbon. PUREBRED RABBIT CLASSES (Commercial and Fancy) Requirements: 1. Entries are limited to purebred rabbits of recognized breeds by the American Rabbit Breeders Associa on (A.R.B.A.) and will be judged accordingly against the Standard of Perfec on. 2. All rabbits must be iden fied on the Fair Entry Form by Breed Class # and name; Variety (color per American Rabbit Breeders Associa on standards); Age (see below for Commercial vs. Fancy); and Sex (Buck and Doe). There are no intermediate clas‐ ses in Fancy Rabbits category 3. Show order of breed classes will be determined a er check in. 4. The following special awards will be given: 38 Best of Breed & Best Opposite Sex will be selected from each breed and will re‐ ceive a Rose e Ribbon. Best Commercial & Reserve Commercial will be selected from the Best of Breed & Best Opposite Sex Commercial Breed and receive a trophy. Best Fancy & Reserve Fancy will be selected from the Best of Breed and Best Op‐ posite Sex Fancy Breed and receive a trophy. Best of Show will be selected between the champion Commercial and the champi‐ on Fancy & receive a trophy. Commercial Rabbits (6 Class) Ages: Senior: 8 months & over, Intermediate: 6 to 8 months, Junior: 6 months or young‐ er and of appropriate weights for each breed.
American Angora Giant Beveren Blanc de Hotot 35301—Senior Buck 35307—Senior Buck 35313—Senior Buck 35319—Senior Buck 35302—Senior Doe 35308—Senior Doe 35314—Senior Doe 35320—Senior Doe 35303—Int. Buck 35309—Int. Buck 35315—Int. Buck 35321—Int. Buck 35304—Int. Doe 35310—Int. Doe 35316—Int. Doe 35322—Int. Doe 35305—Junior Buck 35311—Junior Buck 35317—Junior Buck 35323—Junior Buck 35306—Junior Doe 35312—Junior Doe 35318—Junior Doe 35324—Junior Doe Californian Champagne d 'Argent Giant Chinchilla Checkered Giant 35325—Senior Buck 35331—Senior Buck 35349—Senior Buck 35337—Senior Buck 35326—Senior Doe 35332—Senior Doe 35350—Senior Doe 35338—Senior Doe 35327—Int. Buck 35333—Int. Buck 35351—Int. Buck 35339—Int. Buck 35328—Int. Doe 35334—Int. Doe 35352—Int. Doe 35340—Int. Doe 35329—Junior Buck 35335—Junior Buck 35353—Junior Buck 35341—Junior Buck 35330—Junior Doe 35336—Junior Doe 35354—Junior Doe 35342—Junior Doe American Chinchilla Cinnamon Crème D’Argent Flemish Giant 35343—Senior Buck 35355—Senior Buck 35361—Senior Buck 35367—Senior Buck 35344—Senior Doe 35356—Senior Doe 35362—Senior Doe 35368—Senior Doe 35345—Int. Buck 35357—Int. Buck 35363—Int. Buck 35369—Int. Buck 35346—Int. Doe 35358—Int. Doe 35364—Int. Doe 35370—Int. Doe 35347—Junior Buck 35359—Junior Buck 35365—Junior Buck 35371—Junior Buck 35348—Junior Doe 35360—Junior Doe 35366—Junior Doe 35372—Junior Doe English Lop French Lop New Zealand Palomino 35373—Senior Buck 35379—Senior Buck 35385—Senior Buck 35391—Senior Buck 35374—Senior Doe 35380—Senior Doe 35386—Senior Doe 35392—Senior Doe 35375—Int. Buck 35381—Int. Buck 35387—Int. Buck 35393—Int. Buck 35376—Int. Doe 35382—Int. Doe 35388—Int. Doe 35394—Int. Doe 35377—Junior Buck 35383—Junior Buck 35389—Junior Buck 35395—Junior Buck 35378—Junior Doe 35384—Junior Doe 35390—Junior Doe 35396—Junior Doe Rex Sa n Silver Fox Argent D’Bruns 35397—Senior Buck 353103—Sr. Buck 353109—Sr. Buck 353115—Sr. Buck 35398—Senior Doe 353104—Senior Doe 353110—Senior Doe 353116—Senior Doe 35399—Int. Buck 353105—Int. Buck 353111—Int. Buck 353117—Int. Buck 353100—Int. Doe 353106—Int. Doe 353112—Int. Doe 353118—Int. Doe 353101—Jr. Buck 353107—Jr. Buck 353113—Jr. Buck 353119—Jr. Buck 353102—Junior Doe 353108—Junior Doe 353114—Junior Doe 353120—Junior Doe
39 Fancy Rabbits (4 Class) Ages: Senior: 6 months & over, Junior: 3 to 6 months and of appropriate weights for each breed.
American Fuzzy Lop American Sable Angora, English Angora, French 35401—Senior Buck 35405—Senior Buck 35409—Senior Buck 35413—Senior Buck 35402—Senior Doe 35406—Senior Doe 35410—Senior Doe 35414—Senior Doe 35403—Junior Buck 35407—Junior Buck 35411—Junior Buck 35415—Junior Buck 35404—Junior Doe 35408—Junior Doe 35412—Junior Doe 35416—Junior Doe
Angora, Sa n Belgian Hare Britannia Pe te Standard Chinchilla 35417—Senior Buck 35421—Senior Buck 35425—Senior Buck 35429—Senior Buck 35418—Senior Doe 35422—Senior Doe 35426—Senior Doe 35430—Senior Doe 35419—Junior Buck 35423—Junior Buck 35427—Junior Buck 35431—Junior Buck 35420—Junior Doe 35424—Junior Doe 35428—Junior Doe 35432—Junior Doe
Dutch Dwarf Hotot English Spot Florida White 35433—Senior Buck 35437—Senior Buck 35441—Senior Buck 35445—Senior Buck 35434—Senior Doe 35438—Senior Doe 35442—Senior Doe 35446—Senior Doe 35435—Junior Buck 35439—Junior Buck 35443—Junior Buck 35447—Junior Buck 35436—Junior Doe 35440—Junior Doe 35444—Junior Doe 35448—Junior Doe
Harlequin Havana Himalayan Holland Lop 35449—Senior Buck 35453—Senior Buck 35457—Senior Buck 35461—Senior Buck 35450—Senior Doe 35454—Senior Doe 35458—Senior Doe 35462—Senior Doe 35451—Junior Buck 35455—Junior Buck 35459—Junior Buck 35463—Junior Buck 35452—Junior Doe 35456—Junior Doe 35460—Junior Doe 35464—Junior Doe
Jersey Wooly Lilac Mini Lop Mini Rex 35465—Senior Buck 35469—Senior Buck 35473—Senior Buck 35477—Senior Buck 35466—Senior Doe 35470—Senior Doe 35474—Senior Doe 35478—Senior Doe 35467—Junior Buck 35471—Junior Buck 35475—Junior Buck 35479—Junior Buck 35468—Junior Doe 35472—Junior Doe 35476—Junior Doe 35480—Junior Doe
Mini Sa n Netherland Dwarf Polish Rhinelander 35481—Senior Buck 35485—Senior Buck 35489—Senior Buck 35493—Senior Buck 35482—Senior Doe 35486—Senior Doe 35490—Senior Doe 35494—Senior Doe 35483—Junior Buck 35487—Junior Buck 35491—Junior Buck 35495—Junior Buck 35484—Junior Doe 35488—Junior Doe 35492—Junior Doe 35496—Junior Doe
Silver Silver Marten Tan 35497—Senior Buck 354101—Senior Buck 354105—Senior Buck 35498—Senior Doe 354102—Senior Doe 354106—Senior Doe 35499—Junior Buck 354103—Junior Buck 354107—Junior Buck 354100—Junior Doe 354104—Junior Doe 354108—Junior Doe
Thrianta Lionhead 354109—Senior Buck 354113—Senior Buck 354110—Senior Doe 354114—Senior Doe 354111—Junior Buck 354115—Junior Buck 354112—Junior Doe 354116—Junior Doe
40 CROSSBRED CLASSES Requirements: 1. Entries are limited to rabbits that do not qualify to show in the Purebred Rabbit Clas‐ ses. Refer to the A.R.B.A. STANDARD OF PERFECTION at the Extension Office, or with any breeder that shows rabbits, for the informa on that would place your animal in any PET classes (I.E. white toenails on a colored rabbit; variety or color not recog‐ nized by the ARBA,etc.) 2. This class will be judged on the health of the animal and knowledge of the exhibitor. 3. The animal will be entered by sex and by the age as follows: Buck/Doe, Juniors, Inter‐ mediate and Seniors. 4. Pet animals are eligible for premiums, and will be awarded ribbons. Classes: 35201—Crossbred Rabbit
CAVY CLASSES Requirements: 1. All showing cavies have to have an ear tag for iden fica on. 2. Weights: Junior: 12‐22 ounces Intermediate: 23‐30 ounces Seniors: 31+ ounces
Classes:
35506—Sr. Boars 35504—INT Bars 35502—Jr. Boars 35505—Sr. Sows 35503—INT Sows 35501—Jr. Sows
Cavy Compe on Classes Classes are not premium based. Awards will be given 35801—Cavy Quickest Dropper Contest Each par cipant can enter their cavy in this event. A cavy is placed in a 12 x 12 inchpen separately. The first cavy to go poop is the winner. 35802—Cavy Loudest Wheeker Contest Each par cipant can enter their cavy in this event. A cavy has 1:30 minutes to “wheek” as much as they can. Most weeks is the winner.
Showmanship 1. No Advance entry required for par cipa on. All youth are highly encouraged to par cipate. To win a trophy or award, youth must complete both a wri en test and oral compe on. 2. Showmanship wri en test will be given at 9:00 AM on the day of the rabbit show, followed immediately by Breed Compe on. This test is mandatory for Intermedi‐ ates and Seniors, op onal for Juniors. Youth compete only against their own score from previous years, though the test may be used by the judge as a e breaker in Showmanship class if needed. Preference will be given to youth that have completed both the wri en test and oral compe on. 3. Oral Showmanship Classes will be judged immediately following Breed Compe on. 4. A copy of the 4‐H Showmanship Score Sheet is available at the Extension Office. This form will be used to judge showmanship classes. Showmanship consists of rabbit handling procedure, exhibitor appearance, exhibitor knowledge, and rabbit appear‐ ance.
41 5. To be eligible for any Showmanship awards, exhibitor must show at least 1 rabbit in the Linn County show.
7. Rose es will be given for Juniors, Intermediates, Seniors, and Advanced. 8. Study Guide will be sent out and given at workshops. Use SOP from ARBA for an‐ swers, an addi onal 10pts for Showmanship if the study guide is turned in at check in.
Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines 90017—Rabbit Showmanship—Junior 90019—Rabbit Showmanship—Senior 90018—Rabbit Showmanship— 90020—Rabbit Showmanship—Advanced Intermediate Rabbit Educa onal Poster Class Requirements: 1. Poster should be 22 inches by 28 inches in size. 2. Each exhibitor may enter one poster in each class of animal science or ARBA recog‐ nized rabbit breed. 3. Label the back with your name, grade and club. 4. Posters are to be checked in at the animal check‐in and taken home at animal re‐ lease me. 5. Ribbons will be awarded for all posters. The top poster in each class will receive a trophy.
Classes: A.R.B.A. Breed or Variety Poster Animal Science Posters—Anything 35001— Breed Poster ‐ Junior Rabbit/Cavy Related 35002— Breed Poster ‐ Intermediate 35004— Animal Science Poster ‐ Junior 35003— Breed Poster ‐ Senior 35005— Animal Sci Poster ‐ Intermediate 35006— Animal Science Poster ‐ Senior
Rabbit Hopping Classes General Rules: 1. Rabbit handlers are responsible for ensuring that they are in full control of their rabbit. Viola ons will result in warnings, followed by disqualifica on. 2. Rabbits entered need to be Iden fied on 4H‐Online. 3. Rabbits must be at least 4 months of age to compete. 4. Rabbits must be healthy and free of any diseases or parasites. They must check in at the general Rabbit and Cavy Check in with the licensed Vet. 5. Pregnant or nursing does are not permi ed to compete. In addi on, any doe who has had a li er in the past 8 weeks is barred from compe on. 6. Rabbit handlers will be responsible for cleaning up a er their rabbit/s. 7. Rabbits shall proceed through the course and over the jumps voluntarily. Rabbit handlers are prohibited form forcing or carrying rabbits through the course, but may li them over jumps if necessary. Assistance and encouragement may not involve yelling loudly or any other method that would subject a rabbit to excessive stress. Touching your rabbit with your feet is not permi ed.
42 8. Rabbit handlers must always embody good sportsmanship. Viola ons will result in warnings and disqualifica on.
9. Jump heights will be between 4 ‐ 20 inches depending on class. The Minimum distance between Jumps: 6 ‐ 8 feet depending on classes. 10. Level is based on the ability of the rabbit, not handler Compe on: 1. Handlers can run through the available course when the judge, mer, and rail se ers are ready. Time slots may be issued for each class/course for handlers to compete. The star ng point on the first run will be determined by the judge. 2. Rabbit handlers must wear closed‐toed shoes‐ heels are not recommended. Ath‐ le c footwear is recommended. 3. Only 1 rabbit is permi ed on the course at any me. 4. Maximum me through the course is 2 minutes. 5. Each rabbit may only have one rabbit handler. The rabbit handler must be the trainer. Rabbit owners with a disability that prevent them from par cipa ng may designate someone else to hop their entry. 6. Rabbit handlers are not permi ed to step over jumps. They must go around the jump. More than one viola on will result in disqualifica on. 7. Beginning and ending jumps myst always be present, and are not taken into ac‐ count on scoring (no faults will be given for displacing rails on these jumps). 8. The jumps must be hopped in the correct order, otherwise a “wrong way” to be declared, and the rabbit will be faulted. In order for a “wrong way” to be de‐ clared, a rabbit must have jumped an obstacle and all four feet must touch the ground. The start obstacle prior to the beginning of the course does not count in the wrong way judgement. 9. The final obstacle must be cleared in the right direc on for the clock to stop. Once the rabbit has touched all four feet on the ground a er clearing the final obstacle the clock is stopped, and the course is considered complete. 10. No treats (for you or your rabbit) will be allowed on the hopping course. 11. Rabbit handlers are allowed 3 runs through the compe on course. If there is a large number of rabbits entered, the judge can limit the compe on to 2 runs per handler. Faults: Faults will cons tute any of the following; 1. Upse ng and obstacle, or any part of the obstacle. One fault shall be issued for the upset, regardless of how many rails were upset. 2. Lopsided jump: to clear an obstacle the rabbit must jump with its body between the obstacle supports. A lopsided jump fault will be called if the rabbit jumps outside of the obstacle supports. 3. Li ing over undisturbed obstacles. A rabbit may be li ed over over around and obstacle, but one fault per obstacle will be issued. 4. False starts: a false start is issued when the rabbit starts the course before the judge has indicated to the rabbit handler that they are ready to go. One fault will be issued, and repeated false starts will result in disqualifica on.
43 5. Out of bounds: if a rabbit goes more than 5 foot off the course it shall be consid‐ ered and out of bounds fault. One fault shall be given for each out of bounds instance in a course. 6. Handler upse ng an obstacle also cons tutes as a fault. One fault will be given for handler upset. Equipment: 1. All rabbits must be ou i ed with a H‐Style Harness and leash. 2. No, vests, collars, or rope harnesses will be permi ed. 3. All rabbits must have harnesses and leashes on at all mes while on the course and in the prac ce areas. 4. Leash must be the same material as the harness (webbing material). 5. Leashes must be at least 4 feet in length. 6. No retractable or elas c leashes are permi ed. Classes 35701—Novice A: Straight Line‐ For those rabbits started into hopping, and their handlers. The best of 3 runs is your score, with faults counted first, then me. 35702—Novice B: Straight Line‐ For those rabbits that have already competed in hopping, and their handlers. The best of 3 runs is your score, with faults counted first, then me. 35703—Standard: Straight Line‐ This class is for those rabbits who are experi‐ enced and their handlers, who are up to the challenge of a compe ve course, with higher jumps, cat walks, and A frames. The best of 3 runs (judged by faults counted first, then me) will be your score. 35704—Advanced: Straight Line‐ This class is for those rabbits who have exceeded Novice A, B, and Standard and their handlers, who are up to the challenge of a compe ve course, with high jumps, cat walks, A frames, and weave poles. The best of 3 runs (with faults counted first, then me) will determine your score. 35705—Beginner Crooked Course: A course laid out with jumps arranged in a numbered pa ern similar to horse stadium jumping. The best of 3 runs is your score, with faults counted first, then me. 35706—High Jump: High jump test the limit of how high your rabbit can hop. Jump levels will start at 16 inches, increasing 2 inches at a me, three a empts at each height. One prac ce jump each direc on to see what your rabbit likes will start your run. Sheep Department Commi ee Chair— Jus n Mar n and Ma Brown Weigh‐In—Sunday, April 22, 2018 • 1:00—3:00pm • Fairgrounds Check‐in—Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 1:00‐3:00pm • Sheep & Swine Barn Weigh‐In—Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 3:30pm‐4:30pm Judging—Friday, June 29, 2018 • 1:30pm • Goat/Sheep/Swine Show Ring Release—Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 2:00‐5:00pm Rules (Note: All General Rules and Animal Division Rules Apply) 1. The scrapies rules apply to all ewes and rams. See Health Requirements Sec on
44 for Scrapies rules. All ewes must have scrapies tags at the weigh in. 2. All lambs must be born a er January 1, 2018. All lambs must be weighed‐in to be eligible to show. 2. Animals may be shown as only one of the following classifica ons: 1) Market Lambs (speckled, home raised, or open division) 2) Commercial Ewes (speckled, home raised or black face) Animals may not be moved to a different classifica on a er fair weigh‐in. 4. Pairs of Lambs can be any two combina ons of lambs (ewe and wether, ewe and ewe, market and market, market and commercial, etc.) 5. Sheep exhibits must arrive Wednesday between 1:00 pm and 3:00pm for weigh‐in and entry. 6. First year showmen may show lambs with a halter, if so desired. 7. Sheep project commi ee reserves the right to make final class designa ons. There will be absolutely NO REWEIGHS 8. Absolutely no tubes or blankets can be worn during vet check or at weigh‐in. 9. All lambs must be slick shorn. No wooled lambs will be weighed in on June 27, 2018. 10. Animals not housed on member’s property are subject to commi ee approval (see Animal Division rule #4). 11. All ram lambs must be banded before weigh‐in. No excep ons. 12. All lambs, market & commercial, must gain at least .3 pounds per day & be a mini‐ mum of 90 pounds to be eligible for any ribbon above a red & to place higher than 3rd place in their class. 13. Speckle Face division will now change to WBI (white breed influenced). All speckles, white and grey face (southdowns) will now show in this division at county fair. State fair will s ll show under standards of speckle and white face. Grey faces will be at the decision of the State Fair commi ee as far as final class designa on. Market Lambs 1. All market lambs must have been weighed in on April 22, 2018. All market lambs will be marked at weigh‐in with 4‐H tag. 2. Lambs in market classes may be purebred, grade or crossbred wethers or ewes and will be judged on market quality. 3. At spring weigh‐in an exhibitor may bring a maximum of eight lambs. At that me lambs must be designated speckle, home raised or black faced. A member may show at fair four individual market lambs. An exhibitor may show a maximum of 2 lambs in the speckled face division, 2 lambs in the home raised division or 4 market lambs in the black faced division, or any combina on thereof not to exceed 4 total individual market lambs for any one exhibitor. An exhibitor may also show two pairs of market lambs allowing a maximum of 8 market lambs per exhibitor. All speckle face lambs must be predominately speckled or brockle faced with the commi ee having the final decision. 4. Final designa on of specific lambs for individual market lamb class and pairs class must be made at fair weigh‐in me, June 27, 2018.
6. Market lambs must have been slick shorn sheared. Lambs are not to be fi ed. 7. All market lambs will be automa cally entered in the Rate of Gain class. 8. All market lambs weighed in April will be eligible for Rate of Gain ribbons and premiums. Rate of Gain premiums will be paid on the following basis: • .85 lb. per day and above Blue Award • .80 to .849 lb. per day Red Award 45 • Under .80 lb. per day No premium 9.
Classes 50301—Pair of Market Lambs 50304—Individual Market Lambs 50302—Home raised Market Lambs 50305—Champion Market Lamb 50303—WBI Market Lambs 50306—Rate of Gain Commercial Ewe Lambs 1. Lambs must be born between January 1 and April 22, 2018. 2. All commercial ewes must be weighed‐in April 22, 2018. All ewes will be marked at weigh‐in with a 4‐H tag. A maximum of four ewes may be shown. 3. Each exhibitor is limited to exhibit four commercial ewes total at fair. Each exhibitor is allowed to show a maximum of two ewes in each division (speckled face, black face, or home raised) or any combina on not to exceed four ewes total. All speckle face lambs must be predominately speckled or brockle faced with the commi ee having the final decision. 4. Commercial ewe lambs will be divided and shown by weight at fair. Classes 50202—Commercial Ewe—predominately black face and ears 50203—Commercial Ewe—speckled and white face 50204—Home Raised Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines
90036—Sheep Showmanship Advanced 90033—Sheep Showmanship Int. 90035—Sheep Showmanship Senior 90034—Sheep Showmanship Junior Sheep Classes Show Order 1) Showmanship 7) WBI Market Lambs 2) Home Raised Commercial Ewes 8) Black Faced Market Lambs 3) WBI Commercial Ewes 9) Rate of Gain 4) Black Face Commercial Ewes 10) Champion Market Lamb 5) Champion Ewe 11) Pair of Lambs 6) Home Raised Market Lambs
Swine Department Commi ee Chairs—Albert & Vicki Mar n Weigh-In—Saturday, March 10, 2018 • 1:00—3:00pm • Fairgrounds Weigh‐in—Wednesday, June 27, 2018 • 6:30‐10:00am • Goat/Sheep/Swine Show Ring Judging—Sunday, July 1, 2018 • 9:00am • Goat/Sheep/Swine Show Ring Release—Sunday, July 1, 2018 • 8:00pm Rules (Note: All General Rules and rules for Animal Division apply) 1. All pigs must have been checked‐in/tagged on March 10, 2018, from 1pm to 3pm. Each exhibitor can weigh in a maximum of 12 pigs. All pigs must have been castrated and ear notched prior to weigh‐in. 2. Each exhibitor must be PQA or FSQA cer fied and provide proof at fair weigh‐in.
46 4. An exhibitor may exhibit a maximum of 8 pigs. Two of those 8 must be purebreds. The remaining 6 pigs can be a combina on of up to 4 market and 4 derby pigs. No more than two gilts and two barrows may be exhibited in either the market or derby division. Market or derby pigs may be used in pen of three but a market pig may not be used as a derby and vice versa. The pen of 3 may be selected from the 8 pigs brought to fair. 5. Swine exhibits must arrive Wednesday according to the following schedule: 6:30—7am Families of swine project commi ee 7—7:30am Poultry Show exhibitors 7:30—10:00am Other swine exhibitors 6. Before unloading all exhibitors must meet all health requirements. 7. The Swine show is non‐terminal. Determina on of final des na on of the swine project(s) must be made within 1 hour of the comple on of the swine show. Those not designated within one hour of the comple on of the show will automa cally be consigned to the packer buyer. 8. All terminal swine must be consigned directly to a slaughter establishment from the fair. The swine commi ee will obtain bids from packer buyers and swine will be sold to the highest acceptable bidder. Hogs to be slaughtered at locker must be transported by that locker. Hogs going to locker need to be designated to the chairperson within 1 hour of the show. 9. Minimum weight is 230 pounds unless buyer will go lighter. If so, commi ee will no fy exhibitors before weigh in. If the buyer allows light pigs, under 230 pounds will be allowed to show but not eligible for the champion drive. A price reduc on on the light pigs should be expected. The upper limit has been completely li ed. The swine project commi ee encourages members to market their hogs at a profitable market weight. 10. A portable scale will be used. Scales will be checked a er every ten head. No pigs will be re‐weighed or permi ed to re‐enter scales. At weigh‐in me pigs must be iden fied for each class. 11. Any animal exhibi ng outward signs of carcass degrading traits will not be allowed to show. 12. Ques ons concerning a pig's eligibility to show will be directed to the Swine Commi ee. The pig(s) will be penned and dealt with last. 13. Individual pig and pen of three classes will be divided by fair weights. Derby pig classes will be divided by March 10, 2018 weights. 14. Carcass merit class will be scanned and ranked by “% lean”, no limit to number scanned, awards given to barrows and gilts. Cost of scanning will be paid at county fair weigh in. 15. Clipping will be allowed for the 2018 Linn County 4‐H Swine Show. The minimum hair length will be 1/2 inch. Any hog that is entered and found with less than 1/2 inch hair length will not be eligible for the champion drive and will be awarded a red ribbon. There will be no clipping or shaving allowed on the fairgrounds. All deci‐ sions regarding this ma er made by the swine commi ee will be final. 16. Any viola on of the above rules will disqualify the exhibitor from showing their project in the live or carcass classes or in par cipa ng in the auc on. Disqualified hogs will be sold on the truck. Repeat violators will be banned from showing. 17. No swine will be able to show if the swine commi ee discovers that the animal has been fed an bio c feed and is within the withdrawal period, including CTC. 18. All biosecurity procedures will be followed due to PEDV. If you have ques ons, con‐ tact Linn County Extension. Classes 80001—Individual Market Barrow 80002—Individual Market Gilt 80003—Market Pen of Three 80004—Purebred Market Barrow and Gilt 80101—Derby Barrow 80102—Derby Gilt 80103—Carcass Merit Barrow 80104—Carcass Merit Gilt 80201—Purebred Breeding Gilts 80202—Crossbred Breeding Gilts
47 Showmanship Classes in order of showing—Refer to General Showmanship Guidelines 90048—Swine Showmanship—Advanced 90047—Swine Showmanship—Senior 90046—Swine Showmanship—Intermediate 90045—Swine Showmanship—Junior Show Order: 1. Breeding Gilts 4. Market Barrow 7. Showmanship 2. Market Purebreds 5. Derby Gilt 8. Pen of three 3. Market Gilts 6. Derby Barrow
4‐H Club Booths 1. Booths are to be constructed by 4‐H’ers (with adult supervision). All construc on should be Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 2‐6pm or Sunday, June 24, 2018 from 5‐ 7pm. There will be absolutely no booth construc on during judging on Monday, June 25, 2018. Clubs should complete final booth arrangement by Wednesday noon. Judging will be Wednesday, June 27, 2018 a er 12:00pm. 2. Booth judging criteria includes the following: visibility of club name, 4‐H’ers first name, and age or grade; crea vity and effec ve use of display area. 3. All booths are expected to be kept neat and clean during the fair. 4. All exhibits, other than those chosen for State Fair, may be exhibited in the club booth. Livestock trophies and other awards may be displayed. 5. A club leader should be in the booth when the exhibits are released. 6. Club members are responsible for dismantling their booth. 7. The 4‐H theme for 2018 fair is “There’s No Place Like The Fair”. 8. Booths can be taken down Sunday, July 1, 2018 a er 8pm, but NO vehicles will be allowed on the fairgrounds. Any exhibitors projects that will need to be removed from fair grounds by vehicle will have to be picked up on Monday, July 2, 2018 from 8am—Noon.
Building Division Exhibit Check‐in and Judging: Monday, June 25, 2018 during assigned mes. Release: Sunday July 1, 2018, 8:00pm. Rules (Note: All General Rules and Regula ons apply.) This department is open to youth who are par cipa ng in 4‐H Youth Development Pro‐ grams conducted by Iowa State University Extension. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa State Fair 4‐H General Exhibit Rules, 4‐H General Rules and Regula ons, and all 4‐H department exhibit class rules and regula ons.
48 General Exhibit Rules 1. 4‐H’ers who have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent.) in 2018 are eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair. Excep on: Group exhibits from an en re club may include 4th grade members. 2. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4‐H’ers par cipa on in 4‐H projects or programs during the current 4‐H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program. 3. Exhibitors in 4‐H classes are not eligible to exhibit in a similar department of the FFA divisions or vice‐versa. See also “4‐H Department General Rules and Regula‐ ons”. 4. Exhibits previously entered in an FFA Ag Science Fair or any other FFA event or compe on may not be entered in any 4‐H exhibit class. 5. Exhibits that do not comply with the class descrip on, size guidelines, copyright restric ons, safety and approved methods will be disqualified and not put on pub‐ lic display. 6. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned:
Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size. Chart boards, graph boards, project presenta on boards, model displays, etc., may not exceed 48” x 48” in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.
Display boxes may not exceed 28” x 22” in height or width and 12” in depth. 7. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects), or songbird feathers and nests may NOT be used in any exhibit. 8. Copyrighted materials and designs may not be used in an exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. Exhibitors must include permission from the copyright holder/owner when using copyrighted materials. Exhibitors must give proper credit to the original source of all materials/designs used in exhibits. (See also special rules for Visual Arts and general copyright informa on for 4‐H’ers.) 9. The 4‐H’er’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evalu‐ a on process. Evalua on criteria will include demonstrated learning, workman‐ ship and techniques, and general appearance and design. Exhibitors will receive wri en evalua on comments on the exhibits and a blue, red, or white Iowa State Fair exhibitor’s ribbon. Refer to exhibit class evalua on rubrics for detailed evalu‐ a on criteria in each class. Rubrics are located on each 4 H project page at www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/ . 10. A wri en explana on, audio recording, or video recording is to be included as part of each exhibit. The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following ques ons about the exhibit:
What did you plan to learn or do? (What was your exhibit goal(s)?)
What steps did you take to learn or do this? 49 What were the most important things you learned? ***Check for addi onal requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutri on, photography, and visual art classes. 11. All judges’ decisions are final. 12. Each item in an exhibit must be securely labeled, including the name of the county, class number, and exhibitor’s name. 13. No entry fee is required. 14. All exhibits selected for State Fair must reach the 4‐H Exhibits Building on entry day, Tuesday, August 7, 2018. Excep ons: Exhibitors par cipa ng in alterna ve evalua on/ educa onal learning experiences will enter exhibits as determined for program par cipa on. 15. All exhibits must remain un l Sunday, July 1, 2018. RELEASE TIME 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM, Sunday, July 1, 2018. Other Exhibit Informa on 1. Due to security, 4‐H’ers are discouraged from sending items that have special meaning and historical value as the exhibit or part of an exhibit. 2. The Linn County Fair and Iowa State University Extension will use diligence to insure the safety of ar cles entered for exhibi on a er their arrival and placement. How‐ ever, they will not be responsible for damage or loss by accident, fire, the , etc. 3. The Linn County Fair Management will in no case assume or pay transporta on or delivery charges on ar cles sent for exhibi on. Class Descrip ons Note: All General Rules and rules for Building Division apply Animals 10110—Animal Science An exhibit (other than the animal itself) that shows the learning about a large or small animal including beef, dairy ca le, dairy goats, dogs, horse & pony, meat goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, sheep and swine. Ownership of any animal is not required. 10120—Veterinary Science An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy.
Agriculture and Natural Resources 10210—Crop Produc on An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field crops. 10220—Environment and Sustainability An exhibit that shows the connec ons between humans and their environment including energy, stewardship, conserva on, entomology, fish and wildlife, or forestry. Includes collec ons. 10230—Hor culture and Plant Science An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, small fruit produc on, vegetable and flower gardens, plant nutri on, careers, etc. (Garden crops, herbs and flower county classes are not eligible for State Fair.)
50 County Hor culture Classes: 10230A—Flower Arrangement Arrangement created by member using fresh or dried flowers. At least half of the flowers used must come from the member’s garden. A 3”x5” card sta ng how and where the arrangement will be used must be included. 10230B—Single Stem Flower 10230C—Houseplant Member must own plant for at least THREE months. A ach houseplant project work‐ sheet. 10230D—Vegetable Tray Each exhibit should consist of 5 different items. 10230E—Individual Vegetable Plate Exhibits should be displayed on paper plates (provided by exhibitor). Exhibits may come from the following choices: Beans, either snap, or yellow wax, 6 pods; Beets, 3 specimens; Cabbage, either round, or red, 1 head; Carrots, 3 specimens; Cucumbers, either for slicing (6‐8 inches) or dill (5 inches), 2 specimens; Cucumbers, for pickling, 5 specimens; Onions, either red, white or yellow, 3 specimens; Peppers, bell or sweet or green or any other sweet variety, 2 specimens; Peppers, hot, any variety, 3 specimens; Potatoes, white or red, 3 specimens; Squash, summer, any variety, 2 specimens; Sweet corn, 3 ears (exhibited with husks open on one side); Tomatoes, red slicing type, 3 specimens; Tomatoes, cherry type, 10 specimens; Herbs, any variety, 1 sprig; Any other vegetable, as described in 4‐H 462; Fruits, any home grown, such as rasp‐ berries, blackberries, 1 cup 10203F—Largest Vegetable Bring a sample of vegetable or fruit including the seed packet and be prepared to discuss growing technique with the judge. If not present on judging day, submit wri en material discussing growing technique 10240—Outdoor Adventures An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking or other outdoor ac vi es. 10250—Safety and Educa on in Shoo ng Sports An exhibit that shows learning about safe and responsible use of firearms and archery equipment or wildlife management. (The exhibit may not include actual firearms; archery equipment allowed if ps are removed from arrows). 10260—Other Agriculture and Natural Resources An exhibit that shows learning about agriculture or natural resources and does not fit in any of the classes listed above.
Crea ve Arts 10310—Music An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composi on and arrangements, instruments, musical styles or history. 10320—Photography An exhibit, either photo(s) or an educa onal display, that shows learning about photography from choosing a camera to modifying your photo. S ll photos only, not video. Photography Special Rules: 1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. They may be processed from nega ves, slides, or digital cameras and computer manipula on programs. Photographs must have been taken since your county fair of the previous year. 2. Photographs should be a minimum of 4” x 6”. Finished size (including moun ng/ ma ng) of single photographs may not exceed 11” x 14”. Excep on: Panoramic photos must not exceed 24” in length. 3. All photographs must be printed on photographic paper. Photos printed on can‐ vas, fabric, ceramic, etc. will only be accepted as part of an educa onal display that shows learning about photography prin ng techniques, display, merchandis‐ ing, etc.
51 4. Mounted photos can be (a) flush‐mounted [no board showing] on moun ng board, or (b) with mount borders [window mat or flat mount directly on board]. Exhibitors may cut their own moun ng boards, use ready‐cut window mats or have ma ng done professionally. 4‐Hers are responsible for design decisions such as border, color and size. Framed photographs (including floa ng frames) will not be judged. 5. Non‐mounted photos may be exhibited in a clear plas c covering. 6. A series is a group of photographs or slides [3 to 5] that are related or tell a step‐ by‐step story. Photographs must be mounted together in story order or se‐ quence. Slides should be numbered. Finished size of individual photographs in a series should not exceed 6” x 8”. 7. Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before changes. 8. Subject ma er of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4‐H se ng. 9. Photographs depic ng unsafe prac ces or illegal ac vi es will not be displayed. (Such as on Railroad tracks.) 10. Photography exhibitors should use the Photo Exhibit Label found at www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/page/iowa‐state‐fair‐4‐h‐handbook (under “Photography”) to provide required informa on for photo exhibits. 11. Exhibitors entered in 4‐H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA Pho‐ tography show and vice‐versa. 10325 – Digital Photography Exhibit A photo or series of photos submi ed electronically, not printed. Photos in this class will be submi ed, viewed, evaluated, and displayed electronically. Digital Photography Exhibit Special Rules: 1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. 2. Photographs will not be printed. 3. Entries may be a single photo or a series of photos. A series is a group of photo‐ graphs (3 to 5) that are related or tell a step‐by‐step story. Series photo entries must have all photos in the series viewable at the same me. 4. Photos entered should be submi ed in the highest resolu on possible. A finished file size of 1 MB –3 MB is recommended. 5. Photos should be submi ed in an acceptable and commonly used format for ease of viewing. 6. Subject ma er of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for pub‐ lic display in a 4‐H se ng. 7. Photographs depic ng unsafe prac ces or illegal ac vi es will not be displayed. 8. Iowa State Fair 4‐H photography exhibitors must use the Photo Exhibit Label to provide required informa on for photo exhibits. The Photo Exhibit Label may be submi ed electronically with the photo entry. 9. Photos entered in this class will be evaluated on the same evalua on criteria used for printed photographs. 10.Exhibitors entered in 4‐H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA Pho‐ tography show and vice‐versa. 10340 Alterna ve/Crea ve Photography – A single photograph or photographic image that has been created with an alterna ve photographic process, or a photograph that was crea vely edited or modified beyond reality in a crea ve, imagina ve and experimental way to make it more interes ng and visually engaging. Could be a composite of mul ple overlapped photographs. Alterna ve/Crea ve Photography Special Rules: 1. Photograph/Image must be mounted on foam core no smaller than 4”x4” and no larger than 10” x 10” in height and width. No ma ng and no framing is allowed, put your crea vity into the photography! 2. Photograph/Image can be created from film nega ve, digital nega ve, or digitally manipulated in computer. 3. Photograph must be on photo paper, canvas, or other flat material. 4. Exhibit must have Photo Exhibit Label on back with required informa on for photo
52 exhibits. Include informa on about the processes used. 5. Subject ma er must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4‐H se ng, photographs depic ng unsafe prac ces or illegal ac vi es will not be dis‐ played. 10345—Photography Idea/Educa onal Display An exhibit that demonstrates learning about photography that does not fit into any pre‐ vious photography class. This class includes photos printed on canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc. as part of an educa onal display showing learning about prin ng techniques, dis‐ play, merchandising, etc. 10350—Visual Arts An exhibit that shows learning through original art, explora on of an art technique, or study of any other visual arts topic. Visual Arts Special Rules: 1. Exhibits made from kits or preformed molds will not be accepted. Excep on: Preformed molds (greenware, whiteware) may be used to provide the appropriate surface for a process technique or applica on of original design. 2. If the exhibit is a finished art object, the source or inspira on of the design, design sketches, or other process for crea ng the object and design must be included. 3. Original works of art must be a crea ve expression of a design unique to the ar st, or represent a significant modifica on to an exis ng design to make a new and original statement by the ar st. 4. Exhibi on of deriva ve works created by a 4‐H’er is prohibited without the wri en permission of the original copyright holder/owner. Use of copyrighted or trademarked designs, images, logos, or materials in 4‐H visual arts exhibits is prohibited unless wri en permission has been obtained from the copyright or trademark holder/owner. For addi onal informa on, see 4‐H Exhibit Copyright Informa on at h p://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/visualart.htm 10305LCF—Visual Arts Exhibit Made using a Kit, Pa erns or Pre‐formed Mold. (Not eligible for State Fair.)
Family and Consumer Sciences 10410—Child Development
10420 Clothing and Fashion – Constructed/Sewn Garments & Accessories A constructed garment or accessory (sewn, kni ed, crocheted, or other process) that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thri y spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans. 10422 Clothing and Fashion – Purchased Garments & Accessories Purchased garments or accessories that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thri y spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans. 10424 Clothing and Fashion – Other Ideas/Educa onal Exhibits Any other educa onal exhibit that shows learning about clothing and fashion including but not limited to design illustra ons, explora on of clothing styles, careers, clothing care, etc. Clothing and Fashion Special Rule: Ou its or accessories which will be worn during the Awardrobe Clothing Event may not be entered as a 4‐H Iowa State Fair exhibit. 10430—Consumer Management An exhibit that shows learning through savvy budge ng, comparison shopping, money management, and consumer rights and responsibili es. 10440 Food & Nutri on – Prepared and Preserved Product An exhibit of a prepared or preserved food product that shows skills or learning about cooking, baking, ea ng and choosing healthy foods, safety prac ces, or food preserva‐ on through the making of a prepared or preserved food product.
53 See Food & Nutri on Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4‐H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” at h ps://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434 for addi onal informa on regarding prepared and preserved food products. 10445 Food & Nutri on – Educa onal Display An educa onal exhibit (poster, report, display) that shows skills or learning about cook‐ ing, baking, ea ng and choosing healthy foods, safety prac ces, or food preserva on. See Food & Nutri on Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4‐H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” for addi onal informa on regarding prepared and preserved food products. Food & Nutri on Special Rules 1. Any exhibit considered to be a food safety risk or portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged or displayed. 2. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consump on. 3. Food product exhibits must be prepared, baked or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers. 4. Products that require refrigera on will not be accepted, judged or displayed. 5. Meat jerky products are prohibited. 6. Two copies of the recipe must be included for any prepared food exhibit (one for the exhibit and one for the bake sale); credit the source of the recipe. 7. Preserved foods must include the Food Preserva on Exhibit Label. Only food processed a er August 1, 2016 is acceptable. Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preserva on must be used. 8. Preserved food exhibits must include two product samples. One will be opened for evalua on and discarded; the second will be placed on display and returned to the exhibitor. All perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display. 9. Prepared foods should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard. Place food product exhibit in a reclosable plas c bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag. 10. The use of alcoholic beverages in the prepara on or produc on of 4‐H food exhibits is NOT permi ed. 11. Baked food items will be subject to a bake sale or donated to charity. Please include a copy of the recipe. Money from sales will go to the 4‐H Youth Programs Account. Items will be sold as soon as possible. Addi onal Sugges ons 12. If exhibi ng cookies or bars, etc. have six items on plate. For comparison exhibits, three of each item is suggested. 13. Cakes, breads, and pies should be in their original shape as baked. 10450—Health An exhibit that shows learning through food choices, safe ac vi es and skills such as first aid and CPR, careers, and healthy lifestyle choices. 10460—Home Improvement An exhibit that shows learning in planning, improving and caring for your home living space. Exhibits may include new or refinished/reclaimed/restored items. 10470 Sewing and Needle Arts – Constructed item (sewn, kni ed, crocheted, or other process) that shows learning and skill in sewing, kni ng, croche ng, or other needle arts. May include the construc on of household items such as pillowcases, curtains, table runners, quilts, wall hangings, or other items. Exhibits in this class are not intended to be worn by humans. 10472 Sewing and Needle Arts – Other Ideas/Educa onal Exhibits Any other educa onal exhibit that shows learning about sewing and needle arts includ‐ ing but not limited to construc on techniques, use and care of fabrics and fibers, design illustra ons, decora ve processes, careers. 10480 Other Family and Consumer Science An exhibit that demonstrates learning about a family and consumer science topic that does not fit any previous Family & Consumer Science class listed.
54 Personal Development 10510—Ci zenship An exhibit that shows learning about or contribu ng to your community, your country or your world. 10520—Communica on
10530—4‐H Poster Communica on Exhibit Special poster exhibit to visually tell a story or idea about 4‐H to the general public. Exhibitors must use one of the following themes:
4‐H is… (open to 4‐H’er’s interpreta on) Join 4‐H 4‐H Grows… (4‐H.org na onal marke ng theme) Your Passport to Adventure (2018 Iowa 4‐H Youth Conference Theme) Nothing Compares to 4‐H Moments (Varia on of Iowa State Fair theme) Poster Communica on Special Rules: 1. Only one poster per 4‐H’er may be entered. 2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core board—size minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”. 3. Posters may be ver cal or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage. 4. Posters cannot be 3‐dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board. 5. Each poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form a ached to the back. 6. Posters cannot use copyrighted material or exact copies of other promo onal de‐ signs, such as the Iowa 4‐H Youth Conference theme logo. 7. 4‐H’ers may include the 4‐H clover in the poster. 8. All 4‐H Communica on Poster par cipants will be given Cer ficates of Recogni on and wri en evalua on comments. Outstanding posters will receive Seals of Merit. Superior poster will receive Seals of Excellence. 10540—Digital Storytelling Any exhibit that demonstrates the applica on of technology to produce a crea ve movie/film/video. Exhibits may include a finished movie or video, crea on of a detailed storyboard, edi ng techniques using digital video so ware, produc on techniques, or other display to share what was learned. Copyright permission must be obtained and presented for any non‐original material included as part of a film/movie/video. 10550—Leadership An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a posi ve way. 10560—Self‐Determined An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4‐H adventure and does not fit any other class.
Science, Engineering & Technology 10610 Mechanics Any exhibit that shows skills or learning about general mechanics or engineering solu ons or that involve a combina on of skills. 10612 Automo ve Repaired or restored vehicle. 10614 Electric Constructed or repaired ar cle or educa onal display that shows skills or learning about electric wiring, appliances, ligh ng, electrical energy sources, safety, etc. 10615 Small Engine Repaired or restored opera ng engine or educa onal display or other
55 type exhibit that shows skills or learning about small engines. This class includes repaired or restored lawn tractors, small motorcycles, go‐karts, etc. 10616 Tractor Repaired or restored tractor 10618 Welding Constructed item or educa onal display that shows skills or learning about welding. 10620Woodworking Any exhibit that shows learning about wood, woodworking tech‐ niques, and safe uses of woodworking tools and machines. Exhibits may include newly constructed or refinished/reclaimed/restored wood items. 10630Science, Engineering & Technology Any exhibit that shows learning about or helps explain how science and technology help us interact with the world. Topics include aero‐ space, biological and chemical sciences, computers & networking, earth & climate, geospa al mapping (GPS/GIS), robo cs, or any other applica on of Science, Engineering, or Technology. Science, Engineering & Technology Special Rule: Exhibitors entered in the 4‐H Science, Engineering & Technology classes may not enter in similar FFA Ag Mechanics classes and vice‐versa.
Fashion Review/Clothing Selec on Judging—June 12, 2018 at Linn County Extension & Outreach Office Registra ons— Due May 15, 2017 Fashion Show—July 1, 2018 • Noon • Free Entertainment Tent Rules 1. A 4‐H'er, 4th grade and up, may par cipate in both the county Clothing Selec on and Fashion Review. Garments/accessories may also be entered in the county fair as a clothing exhibit. Par cipants selected for State Fair must be senior members and may represent the county at State Fair in only one event in a given year. If garment/ accessories are chosen for State Fair in both Fashion Review and Clothing Selec on and as a State Fair exhibit, par cipant must choose which project area to enter the garment. 2. Ribbons will be presented to par cipants at the fair Fashion Show.
Clothing Selec on 1. Entrants must be in 4th grade by September 15, 2017. 2. Entrants must select and/or purchase an ou it that represents the 4‐H’ers goal or intended use for the selected ou it. 3. Entrant should plan and carry out a shopping experience that includes choosing shopping alterna ves, evalua ng fit, quality and construc on features, price and cost comparison. Note: Ou its may be selected and/or purchased from any source, including consignment shops, used clothing stores, etc. Clothing items which are home‐sewn are not eligible unless the completed garment was purchased from a used clothing source. Clothing items which are custom sewn specifically for the par cipant are not eligible. 4. Linn County may send three par cipants to the State Fair Clothing Selec on program. Par cipants must be one girl, one boy, and possibly one alternate. They must be senior members (9th ‐ 12th grade by September 15, 2017).
56 Fashion Revue 1. Entrants must be at least 4th grade by September 15, 2017. 2. Entrants must model one garment or ou it that they constructed, hand‐kni ed, machine‐kni ed, or crocheted during the current 4‐H year. 3. Garments or ou its consis ng of one to three pieces, such as party clothes, tailored suits, vest, slacks, skirt, ac ve sportswear and/or coats are acceptable in this category. 4. Blouses and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used under a coat or jacket for a touch of color at the neck (similar to a scarf) they may be made or selected. 5. All other accessories and undergarments may be made or selected. 6. Entrants must be enrolled in the clothing project this 4‐H year. 7. Four par cipants may be selected to represent Linn County in the State Fair Fashion Revue program with no more than two par cipants from any one category (female, male or minority). They must be senior members (9th‐12th grade by September 15, 2017) and enrolled in the clothing project for 2018.
The $15 Challenge 1. Entrants must be at least 4th grade by September 15, 2017. 2. Ou its must be purchased from a garage sale, consignment store or resale shop (i.e. Goodwill, Salva on Army or other store of this type). Hand‐me‐downs or clothing as gi s that were selected by the 4‐Her belong in Clothing Selec on. 3. Cost of ou it must be $15.00 or less, not including shoes, accessories or undergarments. 4. Receipt(s) MUST be turned in with Clothing Event Form. 5. The purchased ou it should represent the 4‐Her’s goal or intended use for the selected ou it. 6. Entrants should describe their experiences in choosing shopping alterna ves, evalua ng fit, quality and construc on features, price and cost comparison. 7. Linn County may send up to three par cipants to the State Fair $15.00 Challenge Program. Par cipants must be one girl, one boy, and possibly one alternate. They must be senior members (9th‐12th grade by September 15, 2017), enrolled in the clothing project for 2017. State Fair Clothing Event: TBA • ISU Memorial Union, Ames Area Intermediate Clothing Event: TBA Communica ons Division Purpose—The Communica on Department Event program provides opportuni es for 4‐ H youth to develop their personal communica on skills by sharing talents, knowledge, or informa on with others. The events provide a series of developmental experiences for different age levels. Rules (Note: All General Rules and Regula ons apply) 1. Educa onal presenta ons and working exhibits may be given by one or more 4‐H'ers of any combina on of juniors, intermediates or seniors. A team consis ng of mixed ages must be entered in the age division of the oldest team member. 2. A 4‐H'er may give both a working exhibit and presenta on, but the topic must be different. 3. Educa onal presenta ons and working exhibits are entered by 4‐H members using 4 ‐H Communica ons Contest entry forms, available from organiza onal leaders or the Extension Office. These must be submi ed to the Linn County Extension Office by May 15, 2017. The Communica ons Division schedule will then be mailed to
57 par cipants. 4. Dress or a re should be that which is most appropriate for the presenta on or working exhibit. Par cipants themselves should decide what a re is best. Whenever possible, members are encouraged to wear 4‐H apparel. 5. Educa onal presenta ons and working exhibits will receive one of the following awards: • PARTICIPATION AWARD—The award recognizes efforts made to achieve the goal of sharing ideas in an effec ve and interes ng way. • MERIT AWARD—4‐H'ers that have shown poise and good delivery methods will receive this award. • EXCELLENCE AWARD—4‐H'ers that have done an excellent job in prepara on and delivery will receive this outstanding recogni on. • STATE FAIR AWARD—4‐H'ers 5th grade and above as of September 15, 2015, who have received an excellence award will be considered for advancement to State Fair. Six presenta ons and four working exhibits may be chosen and will be announced on the respec ve judging days. A 4‐H member may par cipate in only one educa onal presenta on per year at the Iowa State Fair. 6. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regula ons. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission. 7. If selected for State Fair, Check with Extension Office for Dates.
Educa onal Presenta ons Judging—Saturday, June 2, 2018 • 1:00pm—4:‐00pm • Summit Pointe Senior Living County Fair Presenta ons—Friday, June 29, 2018 • 9am—11am • LDM Purpose—This is an opportunity for 4‐H'ers to personally demonstrate their communica ons skills by presen ng knowledge, informa on or a process to gain a desired response from an audience. The 4‐H'ers subject should be an outgrowth of his/ her 4‐H experience. Rules 1. The topic of the presenta on should determine its length. Junior presenta ons must not exceed 15 minutes, intermediate and senior presenta ons must not exceed 20 minutes. Presenters will be verbally told to “STOP” when they exceed the me limit. 2. 4‐H'ers are expected to par cipate in the member evalua on phase of the presenta on program. 3. Par cipants are expected to be present during the en re group session in which they par cipated. Groups generally consist of four presenta ons. The adult evaluator will give comments at the end of each group. 4. 4‐H’ers giving presenta ons involving food must demonstrate safe handling of the food they are using. 4‐H’ers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all mes. 5. State Fair selected presenta ons must present at the County Fair, Friday June 29th in order to con nue onto the State Fair. Classes 11101—Junior Presenta on For county fair, youth must have completed 4th‐6th grade in 2018. To be selected for State Fair, youth must have completed 5th or 6th grade in 2018. 11102—Intermediate/ Senior Presenta on For youth who have completed 7th‐12th grade in 2018.
58 Working Exhibits Judging—Friday, June 29, 2018 • Assigned Times • Ag Educa on Tent Purpose—Working exhibits provide an opportunity for members to communicate and interact with an audience in an informal way. Many stages of the exhibit or product should be ready so that any step can be discussed. No set format need be used. Rules 1. The best subjects involve ac on by members or involve the audience in some doing, feeling, tas ng, smelling, or judging. The member's subject should be an outgrowth of his/her experience. It is important that the subject used in the working exhibit be of interest to county fair audiences. Sanitary and safe food handling procedures must be used. Safe food handling is especially important if food samples are available to the public. 2. Junior 4‐H’ers will be scheduled for 25 minutes. Intermediates and Seniors will be scheduled for 45 minute periods. 3. Par cipants will visit with the adult evaluator in a conference at the end of their scheduled me. Classes 11201—Junior Working Exhibit For county fair, youth must have completed 4th‐6th grade in 2018. To be selected for State Fair, youth must have completed 5th or 6th grade in 2018. 11202—Intermediate/Senior Working Exhibit For youth who have completed 7th‐12th grade in 2018.
Extemporaneous Speaking Judging—Saturday, June 2, 2018 • 1:00pm—4:‐00pm • Summit Pointe Senior Living County Fair Presenta ons—Friday, June 29, 2018 • 9am—11am • LDM Purpose—Extemporaneous speaking is designed to encourage the development of the life skill of communica ng with others through enhancing the ability to think, to organize, to speak, and to answer ques ons readily before an audience. Extemporaneous Speaking Rules 1. Par cipants must be senior 4‐H’ers ‐ completed 9th through 12th grade (or that equiv‐ alent) in 2018. 2. Each county may enter a maximum of two entries; individuals may par cipate once per year at the Iowa State Fair. 3. Program format: A. Thirty minutes before the program, each par cipant will draw three of the available topics, selec ng one to speak on. The selected topic will not be available to the other par cipants in the speaker’s as‐ signed room. The general nature of the topics will relate to 4‐H. The other two topics drawn but not chosen will be returned to the available topics for the other par ci‐ pants. B. A prepara on room is to be used with one par cipant per speaking site admi ed ini ally and one addi onal par cipant per speaking site admi ed each 15 minutes as the program progresses. A par cipant may not leave the prepara on room un l it is me to speak, nor may a par cipant receive help from a parent, leader, other
59 adult or any other youth. A program official will assist par cipants with the me requirements.
C. All reference material will be screened by a program official on the following basis: Par cipant may bring his/her own books, magazines or newspaper clippings for reference during the thirty minutes of prepara on. Reference material must be printed material such as books or magazines (cannot be notes, outlines or speeches prepared by the par cipant or by another person for use in this program). Some relevant reference material will be available in the prepara on room. This material will consist of historical material related to the 4‐H program. D. Each speech shall be the result of the 4‐H’ers own efforts using approved reference material that a par cipant may bring to the prepara on room. No other assis‐ tance may be provided. Plain note cards will be provided for each par cipant in the prepara on room. If notes are used, the note cards provided must be used in delivering the speech. E. Only notes made during the prepara on period may be used. F. Each speech shall be not less than four but no more than six minutes with five minutes addi onal me allowed for related ques ons, which shall be asked by the judge. The par cipant will be shown me cards in an ascending order (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) by the me keeper. “Stop” will be said at six minutes. G. The program mekeeper will introduce each par cipant by name and the county he/she represents. The par cipant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by tle only. H. Par cipants are not permi ed to use any props, gadgets, posters or audiovisuals of any sort. A podium not will be available. 4. Speeches will be evaluated using the following criteria: A. Content related to topic. B. Knowledge of the subject. C. Organiza on of material. D. Power of expression. E. Voice. F. Stage presence. G. General effect. H. Response to ques ons. A judge’s cri que/conference with each par cipant will be included as a part of the pro‐ gram. 5. State Fair selected presenta ons must present at the County Fair, Friday June 29th in order to con nue onto the State Fair.
60 Share The Fun Show date—Sunday, July 1, 2018 • 4:00pm • Free Entertainment Tent
Purpose—To provide an opportunity for 4‐H’ers to perform before an audience, purely for the sake of enjoyment, sharing the fun and fellowship of other 4‐H’ers. Rules 1. A Share the Fun act may be an individual or group who shares their talents with an audience. Skits, songs, stunts, short plays, dances, magic, instrumental, comedy, mime, square dancing and other forms of entertainment may be used. 2. An individual may enter a maximum of three acts (1 individual and 2 groups). 3.
4. Third grade associate members may par cipate in their club’s group entry but may not have an individual entry. 5. Each entry will be required to stay and watch all of the acts. Ribbons will be awarded to all par cipants at the end of the program. State Fair contestants will be announced at this me. We encourage all groups to stay and receive their recogni on. 6. Acts must be in good taste, sensi ve to diversity and culture/ethnic tradi ons of Iowans and/or U.S. ci zens.
NEW CONTESTS
CLOVER KID STUFFED ANIMAL PET SHOW Check‐in—Thursday, June 28, 2018 • 6pm—6:15pm • Beef Arena Show—Thursday, June 28, 2018 • 6:30pm • Beef Arena 1. Open to enrolled Clover Kid members in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. 2. Clover Kids will have the opportunity to show the audience their stuffed animal and discuss the animal with a Youth Council Member 3. Clover Kids may register their entry in Fair Entry by June 15th. 4. Par cipants will receive a par cipa on ribbon; no premium money will be given.
LEGO BUILD OFF CHALLENGE Registra on—Saturday, June 30th • 1pm—4pm • Loca on TBD Challenge—Saturday, June 30th • 1pm—4pm • Loca on TBD
Open to all K‐12 grade youth
LEGO builders, get ready for a fun challenge! Join us at the Linn County fairgrounds to build a masterpiece based on one of the challenge themes. We provide the materials and you provide the crea vity! 61 Rules: 1. Par cipants must submit an completed entry form with their crea on 2. Par cipants must only use materials provided at the event – LEGOs and specialty pieces 3. Par cipants will build a crea on based on 1 of the 3 Challenge Themes provided on the entry form. 4. Finished projects must be no larger than 8 inches x 8 inches x 8 inches (look over how many legos available…) 5. Par cipants must work individually on their project – no outside help on design 6. Par cipants have from 1:00pm‐4:00pm to create their masterpiece 7. All entries must be submi ed by 4pm (Judging will take place at 4pm with winners on display at the LDM building following) 8. One entry per person 9. Prizes will be awarded for originality & design in each of the age categories: Clover Kids (K‐3) Junior (4‐6) Intermediate (7‐8) Senior (9‐12) LOCALLY LINN CONTEST Purpose‐ Locally Linn presenta ons provide an opportunity for 4‐H mem‐ bers to demonstrate cooking skills before an audience. The 4‐H’er selects and prepares a recipe using at least 1 ingredient that is an outstanding product of Iowa: beef, pork, dairy, eggs, poultry, corn, etc. RULES 1. The Locally Linn contest will be held on Saturday, June 30th at 11am in the LDM Hall. Times for presen ng will be assigned. Schedules will accommodate those who are par cipa ng in other 4‐H/FFA events at the same me. 2. Criteria for judging: a. taste and flavor of the product b. organiza on of the 4‐H member c. originality of the recipe d. healthfulness of recipe—Were nutri on facts provided?) e. enthusiasm of 4‐H’er or team f. public’s enthusiasm for the food item g. 4‐H’er or team follows contest rules h. food safety demonstrated 3. Contestants may select any recipe using at least one ingredient that is an outstanding product of Iowa: beef, pork, dairy, eggs, poultry, corn, etc. 4. Contestants must provide their own ingredients and equipment. No mixes will be allowed for the Locally Linn product, though a mix may be an ingredient. Contestants will provide their own small appliances which they intend to use in the prepara on of their product. 5. The par cipant will not be allowed to talk during the presenta on and are not required to give a formal presenta on with introduc on and conclusion. However, they should be prepared to answer the ques‐ ons the judge might ask and explain what they did during their demonstra on. The recipe can be rela vely simple to prepare and should be appropriate to the age and skill of the member. 6. Each contestant must make a poster which includes the recipe used, source of the recipe, the par cipant's name and club. The outstanding 62 product of Iowa needs to be underlined on the poster. Posters will be used during the presenta on and placed in club booths following the conclusion of the event. Locally Linn recipes must be submi ed by June 15, 2018 via Fair Entry. Locally Linn products will not go to the Iowa State Fair. 7. Fi een (15) minutes will be allo ed for each Locally Linn presenta‐ on. Should an item that takes longer to cook than the prepara on me allows, a pre‐cooked sample must be brought. There will be an oven at the fairgrounds to keep foods warm only (no pre‐cooking will be done at the fairgrounds). 8. Products will be judged as the prepara on of the Locally Linn prod‐ ucts are being made and will conclude with a one on one conference with the judge. The contestant should have family members or friends clear their cooking area while the contestant is talking with the judge. 9. Appropriate sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4‐H’ers. Gloves are op onal. Hands must be washed thoroughly before going on stage. You will want to bring something to wash your hands between touching raw meat and other foods (such as ba‐ by wipes, wash clothes, etc.) Hairnets, bandanas, or caps must be worn by presenter. An apron must be worn and hair ed back. All par cipants must bring their own tablecloth for their presenta on. 10.Samples of the finished recipe should be given away to fair goers. It is suggested that you have enough samples to serve approximately 25 ‐ 50 people. Samples can be prepared ahead of the contest.
12. Possible foods for the Locally Linn Contest:
Classes: 01: Clover Kid (K – 3rd) 02: Junior (4th – 6th) 03: Intermediate (7th – 8th) 04: Senior (9th – 12th)
Fruit dip using yogurt Trail mix using a corn cereal Taco dip with ground pork Fruit pizza with an oatmeal crust Roasted soybeans Beef meatballs using ground beef No bake cookies with honey Mac & Cheese Beef spread on crackers Stuffed Pork Chops Seasoned popcorn snacks Devil Eggs Spiced apple cider beverage Egg Salad
Fair Week Events Linn County Alumni Display Sponsored by 4‐H Youth Council 4‐H Alumni – Come display your 4‐H exhibits from the past. The 4‐H Youth Council invites you to bring your exhibits, record books, club historian books, and other memo‐ rabilia from your 4‐H years. Bring your exhibits to the LDM Building, Saturday, June 23, 2018, from 2‐6:00 pm. Remember to sign the Alumni guest book and enjoy the fair.
63 Fair Board Cookout and Program Date: Wednesday, June 27, 2018 Loca on: Hospitality Tent Time: Serving me 5p.m. to 6p.m. Program begins at 6:00p.m. Contact: Susan Clarke 319‐329‐3271 The Linn County Fair Board would like all 4‐H and FFA members to be their guests at the annual cookout at the fairgrounds in Central City. (The Linn County 4‐H Youth Council program, Linn County 4‐H Senior Recogni on, Queen Corona on and Li le Miss and Mr. Linn County Fair crowning at 6pm in Grandstand.)
Ice Cream Social Sponsored by 4‐H Youth Council Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 1:30pm • Free Entertainment Tent (located by the gate) An ice cream social will be provided for the community’s enjoyment. Strawberry, rhu‐ barb, apple, cherry, peach, toll house and blueberry pies will be available. Everyone is invited to enjoy the a ernoon, visit and be “social” over pie and ice cream.
Pie Auc on Sponsored by 4‐H Youth Council Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 2:00pm • Free Entertainment Tent Purchase Linn County’s best pies at the Annual Youth Council Pie Auc on. Proceeds will support the Youth Council Scholarship fund sponsored by the Linn County 4‐H Youth Council. Be prepared for down‐home county fair fun and purchase your favorite pie at the auc on. This fund is used to support college scholarships for Linn County Youth Council members, par al scholarships for Linn County 4‐H Intermediate trip par cipants, par al scholarships for Linn County 4‐H Junior Camp par cipants, and par al scholar‐ ships for Youth Council members who par cipate in State 4‐H Youth Conference and the Ci zenship Washington Focus trip. This fund also supports local Na onal 4‐H Week recogni on.
Pancake Breakfasts Saturday, June 30, 2018, 6:30am—10:30am • LDMB Proceeds from this breakfast will support the 4‐H Youth Council Sunday, July 1, 2018, 7am—10:30am • LDMB Proceeds from this breakfast will support the 4‐H Youth Programs Commi ee.
Fair Dance Sponsored by 4‐H Youth Council Monday, July 2, 2018, 8pm—Midnight The dance will be held in the LDM Building. It is open to 4‐H and FFA members, their guests and 4‐H and FFA alumni. All persons will be charged $5.00 at the door. There will be no alcohol or illegal drugs allowed in the building. This applies to youth and adults. If found, all alcohol will be emp ed and further ac on will be determined by the Linn County Sheriff’s Department who will be on site during the dance. There will be no smoking in the building during the dance. A wai ng area for parents will be set up in Building #2. Official dance chaperones will be wearing iden fica on.
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65 THANK YOU TO ALL THE 2017 4-H FAIR RECOGNITION & TROPHY DONORS ABC Disposal Systems Inc Abraham's Equine Clinic AJ & Kim Lewis & Family All American Decorative Concrete LLC Anamosa Veterinary Clinic Arnold Motor Supply Austin Himes Club Lambs Balderston Farms Inc. Banacom Signs Betenbender Mfg., Inc. Betenbender Show Calves Blairs Ferry Pet Hospital Blue Creek Bunnies Greg & Diane Coberly Brown Family Lambs Brown Township Mutual Insurance Association Carson Grain Cedar Rapids Rabbit Breeders Association Crawford Transport, Inc. Crow Truck Pulling Cutter Shefelbine D&W Spraying - Diana, Wayne, & Curt Novak Dennis & Cheryl Uthof Don Kuhn Duane Kuhn Family Elite Orthodontics - Brady A. Novak, DDS MS & Karl E. Swenson, DDS MS Eppard Farmers Insurance F&M Bank F.J. Krob Farm Tek Farmers State Bank Forestry Consulting Services Greenbriar Riding Academy Greg Burris Simmental H&N Rabbitry,Caviary Rowe Nutrition, LLC Dealers Neill & Hannah Dunlap Hatch Farms Hills Bank and Trust Company Hilltop Ranch In Memory of Joe Soukup In Memory of Joe Soukup, Joe Soukup Family Innovative Ag Services Central City Interstate Grain Services
66 THANK YOU TO ALL THE 2017 4-H FAIR RECOGNITION & TROPHY DONORS Iowa Meat Goat Association Iowa Physical Theraphy J&J Crow Jean Dunn Jean Dunn & Family & Deb Oellerich Jeff & Laury Whitham Jeff & Marcia Jordan Jim Henderson Memorial John Grimm & Kent Feed Joyce & John Anderson Karen Dunlap in Memory of Craig Dunlap Kenny Keegan Family Kent & Tammy Mysak Keystone Savings Bank Kirk Sauer & Family Liebe Trucking Inc. Linn Coop Oil. Co. - Alburnett Linn County Cattlemen Linn County Farm Bureau Linn County REC Lois & Loyd Martin Longhorn Saddlery & Western Wear Lynne Rechterman Rechterman Rabbitry Mel & Tammy Vavricek Midwest Insurance Corporation Mike & Tammy Dougherty & Family Mitch & Debby Zumbach Monti West Black Cattle - Kelly & Lacy Short Monticello Veterinary Clinic Mount Vernon Bank & Trust Company Murray McMurray Hatchery Mysak Transmission Neal & Jennifer Horning & Daughters Nichole Gahridge North Linn FFA Novak Farms - Wayne & Diana Novak Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Prairie State/Select Sires Prairieview Ag Service Rathje Construction RFS Simmentals Mike & Susan Rosauer
67 THANK YOU TO ALL THE 2017 4-H FAIR RECOGNITION & TROPHY DONORS
Rick Elson Horseshoeing Rusty Anvil Ranch Riding Lessons Robert & Anna Broulik Rocking A Performance Horses Owned by Andi Wells Roger Patton Ruzicka's Meat Processing & Catering Scherrman's Implement Monticello & Dyersville Security State Bank, Springville Shulista Farms Solon Feed Mill Stone City General Store Pub Strellner Agency Group Tim & Kathy Clemens Todd Hunt Tom & Linda Sauer & Family - Dale Sauer Memorial University of Iowa Community Credit Union Waltzn’ Meadows Webster Farms - Wayne & Patricia Webster Welch Rabbitry Wright Way Trailers
68 Map subject to change, please see fair website for accurate map. www.thelinncountyfair.com
69 2018 Animal Check In Schedule Tuesday June 26th 8am ‐ 8:45am Halter & Pleasure Horse/Pony 1pm Fun & Games Horse/Pony Wednesday June 27th 6:30am ‐ 10am Swine 7am ‐ 9:30am Beef & Bucket Bo le 10am ‐ 12pm Dairy & Bucket Bo le 1pm ‐ 3pm Sheep/Meat Goat/AOB Goat 2pm ‐ 4pm Poultry 2pm ‐ 4pm Rabbit/Cavy Thursday June 28th 7am ‐ 8:30am Dairy Goat 7am—8am Cavy Friday June 29th 9:30am ‐ 9:45am Cat 1:30pm ‐ 1:45pm Pet Sunday July 1st 9am ‐ 9:30am Milking Dairy Cow Monday July 2nd 8am ‐ 9am Dog
2018 Release Tuesday June 26th A er Show Horse/Pony A er Show Horse/Pony Thursday June 28th A er Show Dairy Goat 5pm Cavy Friday June 29th A er Show Cat A er Show Pet Saturday June 30th A er Show Cow/Calf A er Show Bucket Bo le Sunday July 1st 6am ‐ 10am Beef & Bucket Bo le 7am ‐ 9am Goat 7am ‐ 9am Rabbit 7am ‐ 9am Poultry 2pm ‐ 5pm Sheep 2pm ‐ 5pm Dairy 8pm ‐ 9pm Swine Monday July 2nd A er Show Dog 70 2018 Shows/Events Monday June 25th 11am—6pm Sta c Project Judging LDM Building Tuesday June 26th 9am Halter & Pleasure Horse/Pony Horse Arena 1pm Fun & Games Horse/Pony Horse Arena Wednesday June 27th 5pm Fair Board Cookout Meal Hospitality Tent 6pm Opening Program Grandstand Thursday June 28th 9am Rabbit Showmanship Test Small Animal Building 10am Dairy Goat Show Goat/Sheep/Swine Ring 10am Rabbit & Cavy Show Small Animal Building 2pm Meat Goat & AOB Goat Show Goat/Sheep/Swine Ring 2pm Cavy Loudest Wheeker Contest Small Animal Building 2pm Cavy Quickest Dropper Contest Small Animal Building 4pm Beef Quiz Bowl Beef Ring 5pm Beef Grooming Contest Beef Ring 6:30pm Clover Kid Stuffed Animal Pet Show Beef Ring Friday June 29th 8am Bucket Bo le Interviews Beef Ring 9am State Fair Educa onal Presenta ons LDM Large Conference Room 10am State Fair Extemporaneous Speaking LDM Large Conference Room 10am Cat Show Small Animal Building 10am Beef Obstacle Course Beef Ring TBD Working Exhibits Loca on TBD 1pm Bucket Bo le Show Beef Ring 1:30pm Sheep Show Goat/Sheep/Swine Ring A er Show Sheep Family Fun Show Goat/Sheep/Swine Ring 2:00pm Pet Show Small Animal Building 4:30pm Beef Family Fun Show Beef Ring Saturday June 30th 6:30—10:30am Pancake Breakfast LDM Building 9am Beef Show Beef Ring 9am Poultry Show Indoor Arena 11am Locally Linn LDM Hall 1pm—4pm Lego Challenge Build Off Loca on TBD 2pm Rabbit Agility Small Animal Building 5pm Swine Olympics Goat/Sheep/Swine Ring Sunday July 1st 7am—10:30am Pancake Breakfast LDM Building 9am Swine Show Goat/Sheep/Swine Ring 10am Dairy Show Beef Ring 12pm Fashion Show Free Entertainment Tent A er Show Dairy Family Fun Show Beef Ring 1:30pm Ice Cream Social Free Entertainment Tent 2pm Pie Auc on Free Entertainment Tent 4pm Share The Fun Free Entertainment Tent Monday July 2nd 9am Dog Obedience & Agility Show Indoor Arena 9am Livestock Auc on Beef Ring 8pm—12am Fair Dance LDM Building