2018 Pope County Fair

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1 Register 4-H Projects for the Fair by June Pope County Fair 4-H Premium Book Pope County Extension 130 E Minnesota Ave Glenwood, MN pope@umn.edu MTW: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

2 Table of Contents FairEntry quick start guide 3 Food Stand 11 4-H Fair & Related Event Schedule 4-5 Club Projects 12 4-H Exhibit Rules 6 State Fair Eligibility & Registration 7 Public Presentations: Demonstrations & Performing Arts 13 Static Projects (Adventures Youth Leadership) Competitive Event Deadline, Consequences & Exemptions 7 Animal Science Projects 24 Static Exhibits Rules 8 Science of Animals Educational Exhibit 24 Animal Science Exhibits Rules 8-10 Interview 24 Ag Society Rules for 4-H Exhibits 10 Beef - Swine Premium Schedule 10 Reminders 32 Please carefully review the information provided in this premium book, to ensure a great Fair experience. Review All deadlines and carefully read project requirements and descriptions. Contact the office with questions. Stephanie Grimes 4-H Program Coordinator CONTACT US Shayla Bosch Extension Office Support Specialist Pope County Extension 130 E Minnesota Ave Glenwood, MN pope@umn.edu MTW: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 2

3 FairEntry QUICK START GUIDE Created: March 28, 2016 Reviewed: March 27, 2017 GETTING STARTED FairEntry requires Chrome, Safari, Firefox or Internet Explorer version 11 (earlier versions of IE won t work, due to security concerns). In order to register for 4-H at your county fair, each youth must be enrolled as an active 4-H member and you must know your 4HOnline family login ( address and password). For more info go to H.umn.edu/4honline To register for the fair, go pope.fairentry.com, click on the green button to Sign in with 4HOnline. REGISTERING FOR FAIR If this is your FIRST TIME logging in, you will see a welcome screen follow the prompts to Register (create) an exhibitor Add entries to that exhibitor. Repeat for additional exhibitors and/or entries. When completed with exhibitors and entries, click Continue to Payment and submit the Invoice. (There are no fees or payments needed, but this step is required to complete your registration.) LOGGING BACK IN ANOTHER TIME When logging back in, you will find your family profile in one of three situations : Invoice un-submitted - You can continue adding or completing entries on that invoice. Invoice submitted, but not approved - New entries not allowed- but you can review previous entries until your invoice is approved. Invoice submitted and approved - You can add entries by starting a new invoice. NAVIGATION HINTS Click on the fair Title to return to your family Dashboard at any time. When working on an invoice, you can often click on any of the navigation buttons even if they are not green. This can be helpful for going back and forth while working on entries. 3 If you need help or computer access feel free to stop by the office. Monday Wednesday 8 4:30

4 H Fair & Related Event Schedule DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION Sunday, June 10 11:59 p.m. Horse Show entries due in FairEntry pope.fairentry.com Monday, June 25 11:59 p.m. All entries Due to FairEntry pope.fairentry.com Club Projects - Entry Due Due to office: Health Papers for All Animals to pope@umn.edu Saturday, June 30 9 a.m. Horse Show Pope Co. Fairgrounds Sunday, July p.m. Set Up Day all families should attend Final Head Count for each Species due Livestock Interviews (Pre register in FairEntry by June 25th) Pope Co. Fairgrounds Monday, July 9 4:00 p.m. Lamb Lead Narration Fashion Review Narratives Due to Ext Office Final Exhibit Drops due to Ext Office popeclothingproject pope@umn.edu Tuesday, July :30 p.m. All Building & Club Exhibits entered Pope Co. Fairgrounds 1-5 p.m. Demonstration & Preforming Arts Judging 4-H Building 3:30-8 p.m. Vet Check Pope Co. Fairgrounds Wednesday, July a.m. Vet Check Pope Co. Fairgrounds 9:30 a.m. Lama Show Pope Co. Fairgrounds 12 p.m. Poultry Show Jack Morris Arena 1-3 p.m. Vet Check 3 p.m. All Animals Must be Stalled/Penned 3-5 p.m. Check in and Weighing of all Livestock Pope Co. Fairgrounds Thursday, July 19 8 a.m. Goat Show 12 p.m. Dairy Show 3 p.m. Rabbit Show 6 p.m. Sheep Show Pope Co. Fairgrounds Jack Morris Arena Friday, July 20 7:30 a.m. Swine Show Pope Co. Fairgrounds 11 a.m. Beef Show Jack Morris Arena 5 p.m. Auction & State Fair Sign Up Closes 4-H Building 6 p.m. 4-H Showcase Fashion Review, Outstanding Building Exhibits, Livestock Interview Winners Stage 4

5 DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION Saturday, July 21 9 a.m. 4-H Livestock Auction Pope Co. Fairgrounds Jack Morris Arena 1 p.m. State Fair Meeting Pope Co. Fairgrounds Jack Morris Arena 3 p.m. Fun Horse Show Horse Arena 5 p.m. All Around Showmanship Jack Morris Arena 8:30 p.m. 4-H Dance Hosted by Youth Leaders Jack Morris Arena Sunday, July 22 7 a.m. Animal Release 9 a.m. Building Release / Clean-up Pope Co. Fairgrounds Saturday, August 11 9:00 am Dog Show Swift County Fair Wednesday, August 8 12:00 p.m. State Fair Static Exhibits Due to Ext Office Pope Co. Courthouse Extension Office Wednesday, August a.m. State Fair Livestock Bus & Semi Load Out 4-H Building August State Fair Livestock Encampment State Fair Grounds St. Paul August State Fair Lama Encampment State Fair Grounds St. Paul Encampment 3 August 30-Sept 1 State Fair Static Encampment State Fair Grounds St. Paul September 7-9 State 4-H Shooting Sports & Wildlife Invitational Fairmont September State 4-H Horse Show State Fair Grounds St. Paul September State 4-H Dog Show State Fair Grounds St. Paul Each club is assigned to help set up or clean up the 4-H Building & Food Stand: Fair Set Up Day: July 8th from 2-6 pm Club: Ben Wade Blazers, New Prairie Pioneers, Tails & Trails, Wayside Fair Clean Up Day: July 22nd from 9-11 am Club: Busy Beavers, New Horizons, Sharp Shooters, Villard Livewires, Waska Wonders 5

6 4-H Exhibit Rules 4-H participants are responsible for thoroughly reading and understanding the rules and guidelines for any specific exhibit or activity as outlined in the county and state fair premium books, newsletters, or information letters. You are responsible for adhering to the rules in this premium book and of the MN 4-H Program. 1. Eligibility: The Pope County 4-H Program and County Fair participation is open to youth in kindergarten through on year past high school who are actively enrolled in the Minnesota 4-H Program. All 4-H work in Pope County complies with the rules of the state contest and only those complying with the rules are eligible to exhibit. New members can join at any time but with limitations on county fair livestock exhibits if enrolling after May 15 th and all exhibits after June 25th. Failure to meet this deadline results in the loss of auction eligibility and loss of eligibility for State Fair trips including State Dog, Lama and Horse Shows. You may exhibit for blue, red, white placing only no champion or reserve champion. Review the Competitive Events table on page 7 for more information. 2. Project Members may exhibit only in projects they preregistered in by June 25 to be eligible for reserve, champion, auction, and state fair trips. All work on projects entered should be done by the 4-H member and completed during the current 4-H year. All exhibits must comply with all the requirements of the State 4-H Office and the University of Minnesota Extension for the project to be eligible for show. All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the judge. Registration for projects is done through pope.fairentry.com by June 25th (Horse by June 10th). 6 Registration: All exhibit registrations must be done online through FairEntry. Most project limits are 2 entries, review specific project description for exceptions. Some projects require support materials: pictures booklet, pattern, material note card, etc. so it is important to read carefully. 3. Absentee judging of projects: 4-H members who have a conflict with the project judging time in their county of membership may be eligible for absentee judging. You must contact the office by July 9 if requesting this process. *Judging experiences for youth with disabilities or injuries: If a 4 -H member is unable to participate in the conference judging process by himself/herself due to a disability or injury, please refer to the policy. Please got to policies/docs/competitive-events-youth-with-disabilities-injuries.pdf for more information. 4. Cloverbud Policies: Cloverbud members must have completed K-2 nd grade. All Cloverbud members are judged non-competitively and receive a participation ribbon and $2.00 premium. 5. Responsibility: The Pope County Ag Society or the University of Minnesota Extension is not responsible for lost or damaged exhibits. 6. Insurance: Accident insurance is in effect for any enrolled 4-H member and screened volunteer while participating in or attending any scheduled and adult supervised 4-H activity. Any accidents need to be reported to the 4-H Program Coordinator. Please note: this policy does not cover certain activities, including Cloverbuds while working with animal projects. The insurance does not include liability coverage. Each 4-H family is liable for any damage or personal injury caused by their animals while at the county fair. 4-H families are encouraged to check their liability insurance before bringing animals to the fair. 7. *Code of conduct: A standard of behavior for all involved in our program is one of the key components for creating a welcoming learning environment that is physically and emotionally safe. Please refer to the complete code of conduct for details. 8. *Grievance Policy: The 4-H grievance process provides a vehicle by which to respond to 4-H member's concerns relating to their 4-H program participation. A grievance may be filed and a local volunteer grievance committee convened to address rule violations and alleged wrongdoing. A grievance committee will not be convened for the following situations: a) decisions made by judges, which are final; b) missed deadlines which are covered through the "one-time member exemption process;" and, c) code of conduct related violations which will be addressed by staff according to an established process. A grievance form must be accompanied by $50 cash or money order only. If the decision is ruled against the person(s) filing the grievance, the money will be deposited in the County 4-H program account for programming purposes; otherwise the money will be returned. Committee decisions are final. 9. Procedure for entering Club Projects: Clubs must pre-register at the Extension Office by June 25 to be judged. Club projects will be judged with static projects on July or 2 youth from your club should be available for conference judging of club projects. Please register project by going to: Competitive events, deadlines, consequences, and exemption options: Every Minnesota 4-H member is eligible for a one-time member exception. This exception provides the ability (one-time in a 4-H member s career) for the 4-H member to acknowledge that they missed a 4-H deadline related to enrollment or competitive event participation and waive the consequences for the named deadline. Form must be completed and returned to the Extension Office. Review the Competitive Events table on page 7 for more information. 11.Entry Drops : If you sign up for an exhibit but later decide not to bring it to the County Fair, PLEASE notify the Extension Office staff as soon as possible AND NO LATER THAN JULY 9. This will help decrease unnecessary paper waste, as well as making judging and the County Fair run more smoothly. If you are unsure which class you will exhibit an animal in at the County Fair (breeding or market), sign up for both classes BUT make sure to notify the Extension Office or species superintendent how many animals you will be bringing total within that species by July 8 at Fair Set Up Day. Example: If you have a ewe lamb but are not sure if you will show it as a breeding ewe or market lamb you may sign it up for both classes on FairEntry. If you know at that time that you will only be bringing 2 lambs total, but have signed up for 4 different exhibit classes; the office the total number of lambs you will be bringing. If you do not know until closer to the County Fair exactly how many lambs you will be bringing, please tell your species specific superintendent by 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 8th. These numbers are used for stalling. 12. All Minnesota State 4-H Rules are in effect during any 4-H event, including the county fair. *You can view all the Minnesota 4-H Policy documents at:

7 STATE FAIR/STATE SHOW ELIGIBILTIY 1. Trips for State Fair, State Horse Show, and State Dog Show will be selected from blue ribbon exhibits only (see State Dog Show Rules for exceptions). Exhibit classes NOT eligible for State Fair are marked with an asterisk * and noted in the premium book. 2. Members selected to represent the county at State Fair and State Horse Show must have completed sixth grade. 3. To be eligible for a livestock trip to the State Fair, 4-Hers must have met all competitive deadlines and completed Quality Assurance/ Ethics Training. State Policy: All youth participating as a State Fair 4-H livestock exhibitor in beef, dairy, sheep, swine, poultry, rabbits, meat goat, dairy goat, and lama must have completed a livestock quality assurance training in which there are two training options 1) a 3 hour in-person workshop (LQA&E), or 2) a 1 hour on-line training (YQCA). Youth completing either quality assurance training option will receive a certificate of completion. 4. Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4-H members may also participate in activities such as Share-the-Fun, demonstrations, Arts-In, cooking events, animal science educational exhibits or judging teams. 5. Distribution of Unused Livestock Trips: Minnesota 4-H wants to provide as many 4-H members as possible the opportunity to experience the Minnesota State Fair judging process. To ensure that as many youth as possible have the opportunity to participate in a livestock experience at the Minnesota State Fair, staff and volunteers are asked to follow the outlined process for the distribution of unused livestock quota trips. STATE FAIR REGISTRATION 1. A State Fair trip sign-up poster will be posted in the 4-H Building. All State Fair Trip winners and Alternates must signify their desire to take a trip or decline by indicating Yes or No next to their name on the sign-up poster by 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 20th. Alternates should know that additional trips may be available and be on hand at 5:00 p.m. to claim trips. Connect with Extension Staff with your desire to attend state fair if you are an alternate. 2. If a 4-Her decides not to take a State Fair Trip after the County s Final Registration at the State Fair, they will not be refunded their State Fair expenses. 3. Adults, age 21 and over, interested in chaperoning at the State Fair must complete the Minnesota 4-H Volunteer Screening process and online Chaperone training prior to the County Fair to be considered. A mix of male and female chaperones is desired as well as those with expertise in certain project areas or previously as a State Fair Chaperone. 4. Adults interested in chaperoning at the State Fair should contact the 4 -H Program Coordinator as soon as possible to express interest and begin the volunteer screening process. 5. A mandatory State Fair meeting will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday of fair, in the Jack Morris Arena. All youth participating in State Fair and State Show must attend with their parents in order to complete paper work. 7

8 STATIC EXHIBITS 1. Members may exhibit, demonstrate, or take part only in projects in which they are enrolled by June 25. All work on projects entered should be done by the 4-H member and completed during the current 4-H year unless otherwise noted. 2. May enter 2 items, in most project areas unless otherwise noted. Register for fair by visiting pope.fairentry.com for each project bringing. (i.e. 2 photography needs to be entered twice.) 3. Poster exhibits may not exceed 22 wide x 28 high. They may be smaller. 4. Education/Science Tri-Fold Exhibits for all project areas may not exceed 12" deep x 24" wide x 36" high. (Center back 24" wide x 36" high, right and left wings each 12" wide x 36" high.) 5. All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the judge. 6. Floor Space for any exhibit should not exceed 20 square feet. If your exhibit exceeds this space limitation, contact the Extension office. 7. All exhibits must be labeled with name, club, and county. Other appropriate information for the project (i.e., vegetable varieties) should be included. If the exhibit has multiple pieces, each part needs to be labeled and should indicate 1 of 4, 2 of 4, etc. 8. Copyright Law and Infringement: a. Copyright is a form of protection given to authors and creators of original work. Original work includes a person s ideas captured in writing or as an image, photograph, song, audio recording, or visual recording. b. All original work including information found on the web is subject to copyright protection. The author/creator has exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, perform or make derivative works. c. Before using another person s work a part of your 4-H exhibit, be sure that the work is subject to fair use, has a creative commons license or that you have requested and received permission (in writing) to use the original work. If an exhibit infringes on copyright law, a decision may need to be made to remove the exhibit from display at the county or state fair. 8 Project judging criteria Exhibit quality 25% Educational value 25% Knowledge and ability to explain 50% Decision of the judge is final and may not be appealed. ANIMAL SCIENCE EXHIBITS OWNERSHIP & ANIMAL HEALTH 1. All animals shown in Minnesota 4-H animal science shows must have the required State 4-H ID system, ear tag and/or tattoo. All animals exhibited must be owned solely by the member, member s family or leased by agreement. Animals must be identified on the appropriate 4-H livestock ownership affidavit, worksheet, or lease agreement and the form(s) must be on file in 4HOnline or at the County Extension Office. 2. Animals without the required State 4-H ID will not be eligible for purple ribbons including Champion or Reserve Champion awards, rate of gain competition, auction participation or state fair/show trips advancement. 3. All animals must be examined by the official veterinarian on the day they are admitted to the exhibition and at least once daily during the exhibition. All out-of-state animals must meet Minnesota importation requirements. 4. No animal may enter or be at a public exhibition that is showing clinical signs of any infectious, contagious or communicable disease, including ringworm and warts. 5. All livestock health testing will be the responsibility of the 4-H family. If testing is required, the test papers must be presented to the Extension Office by the Fair Registration Deadline unless otherwise noted. If your animal requires vaccination, these must be given to the animal and vaccination certificates presented to the Extension Office by the Fair Registration Deadline of June The exhibitor will pay all vet costs incurred at the fair unless otherwise determined by the Ag Society. 7. In the event of injury or illness of animal, request for early release should follow these steps. 1. Parents come to Extension Staff with concern & vet recommendation. 2. Extension Staff goes to Fairboard for final approval from Ag Society. If the species superintendent from the Fairboard is not present at the time the animal is released, it is the family s responsibility to leave written documentation for the Fairboard species superintendent. 3. It is the 4-H family s responsibility to let both the Fairboard species superintendent & the 4-H species superintendent know of the early release. 4. The 4-H er does not lose their auction spot for that animal if the policy is followed. 8. All animal health regulations will be in effect as stipulated by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County Agricultural Society. SHOWMANSHIP 1. Livestock showmanship is available in beef, dairy, goat, lama, poultry, rabbits, sheep, & swine animal science classes. The junior contest for 4-H members who have completed grades 3-5, the intermediate contest for grades 6-8, and the senior contest for grade 9 and older. 4- Hers must show there own animals. 2. Only the top three places in each age division will receive a premium (blue, red and white). 3. Members must show within their own age division. They may not move up to a higher showmanship age division, even if they won champion or reserve champion in their age division in previous years. 4. The Champion and Reserve Champion Showmanship winners in each livestock species will be invited to compete in the All Around Showmanship Contest on Saturday. If the Champion or Reserve Champion Showmanship winner chooses not to participate, the third-place showmanship winner will be invited. Three species will be shown each year on a rotational schedule with dairy, meat goat, swine on year 1, beef, sheep, dairy goat on year 2. Species not shown in the ring, including poultry and rabbit, will be scored based on educational stations. Each species will be eligible for a maximum of 10 points. All Cattle Sheep & Goats BEDDING, EQUIPMENT, & BARN RULES The County Agricultural Society will furnish stalls, pens and the first day of bedding for all livestock exhibits. Dairy, sheep, and goats will receive straw bedding. Beef will use wood chips. All other species will receive shavings. Additional bedding, feed, water, etc. is the responsibility of the exhibitor. Bedding must be low in dust, free of pests and molds, and easily removed from the barns. 4-H ers exhibiting livestock at the county fair are responsible for the care and feeding of animals they exhibit, as deemed by vet. Exhibitors not providing proper animal care will be disqualified from exhibition. Cattle should be double tied with a halter and a neck tie. Bedding should be neatly blocked. Cattle may be taken to tie-outs at 9:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday Blankets are acceptable at any time.

9 EXHIBIT ENTRY, GROOMING & SHOWRING 1. All livestock exhibitors must follow the IAFE Show Ethics policy. 2. All grooming of livestock, including clipping, trimming, and blocking (all species) must be done by the exhibitor, members of the immediate family, or any other registered Minnesota 4-H member. Immediate family members are defined as being parents, step parents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers or sisters. The 4-H member exhibiting the animal should be present and involved in the fitting process at the fair. Exhibitors in violation of this rule may show for ribbon only and will not be considered for champion, State Fair, or auction. 3. Exhibitors must be able to handle their animals in the show ring, barring uncontrollable circumstances. If the exhibitor and assistant cannot control the animal, the animal and exhibitor will be asked to leave the ring and will be given a placing determined by the judge. These animals asked to leave will not be allowed to return for the auction or State Fair lineup. 4. Livestock classes with less than 3 entries may be combined. 5. To show in the registered breed classes, animals must meet the registration requirements for that breed and registration papers must be available. Animals without proper registration papers must be shown as commercial, crossbred, or grade. 6. Approval for substituting another 4-H member to show an animal must be obtained from the 4-H Program Coordinator prior to the show. The request must be submitted in writing as soon as the member is aware of the situation. Substitutions may be allowed for emergency situations such as injury, illness, death in family, etc. Failure to submit a written request will result in loss Champion or Reserve Champion ribbon and awards, State Fair or state trip advancement, and Auction. A substitution request does not need to be made when a 4-H member has two animals in the same class. The substitute show person must be a currently enrolled Pope County 4-H member. 7. All Youth need to attend mandatory species exhibitor meetings held 15 minutes prior to show. 8. Youth need to be present for Animal verification and weighing from 3:00-5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. 9. Animal Sales and Advertising: No animals may be advertised for sale and no farm, ranch, or sale signs may be displayed or worn. The only signs other than Pope County 4-H stall cards and champion/reserve champion signs that may be displayed are educationally-based signs with performance or pedigree information, but no owner/exhibitor information. RATE-OF-GAIN An optional Rate-of-Gain contest is offered for market beef, dairy steers, market goats, market lambs, and market swine. Animals must be weighed by the ownership / weighing deadline and exhibited at the county fair. *Market lambs & goats must be weighed on County Weigh Day, on the scale provided. Animals will be weighed on Livestock Entry Day. The animal s initial weight combined with the County Fair weight divided by the number of days will be used to determine Champion and Reserve Rate of Gain in each species. All market animals with verified Rate-of-Gain data are eligible for premiums. Rate of Gain Premium Standards Beef Goat Sheep Swine Blue Red White < 2.0 <0.2 < 0.5 < 0.5 ANIMAL SCIENCE INTERVIEWS Animal Science Interviews provide members a way to process, reflect, and share upon their learning during the 4-H year in animal science projects. Interviews also provide members an opportunity to strengthen their communication skills, learn valuable life skills, and win awards. 1. Animal Science Interviews are strongly encouraged, but not required. 2. Members may interview in the species of their choice. They may not interview in more than one species. 3. Members need to pre-register for Animal Science Interviews. 4. Awards will be given to the Champion Interview in each grade division of each species. Cloverbuds are not eligible for awards but may participate in interviews for practice. 5. Awards will be presented during the show for that species and at the 4 -H showcase on Friday July 20 th at 6 p.m. 6. Interview will be held on Sunday, July 8th during fair setup. HERDSMANSHIP The purpose of 4-H Herdsmanship is to help 4-H members learn skills in making a favorable impression on the general public with their livestock exhibit as well as skills in courtesy, cooperation, and proper care of animals. HERDSMANSHIP is PRIDE in your 4-H Livestock Project, PRIDE in your 4- H Club, PRIDE in your family, and PRIDE in yourself. Herdsmanship Guidelines 1. Good general appearance of the club group. 2. Exhibitors should be courteous and ready to explain their project to the general public. 3. Exhibitors should be doing their own clipping, grooming, etc. (see MN 4 -H Grooming Rule). 4. Exhibitors should be doing their own feeding, watering, sweeping, cleaning, etc. (not parents). 5. Exhibitors are also judged on the cleanliness of alleys, aisles, stalls, pens, cages; bedding is dry, adequate but not excessive; show boxes and equipment not in the way; manure kept hauled away frequently. 6. Animals should be clean, groomed, properly tied or penned. 7. Decorations will not increase scores, but may reduce them if not maintained. 8. Radios/tape players may be played at low volume EXCEPT during shows when they must be turned off. 9. Because of congestion in the barn, all beef fitting chutes must be kept outside the barn, preferably north or east side of the cattle barn. Exhibitors must keep walkways safe and clear. Exhibitors must clean-up grooming areas after use. 10. Stay with your animals during feeding. Feed pans should be removed immediately after animals are finished eating. Procedures Herdsmanship will be judged twice per day except Entry Day, anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Herdsmanship will not be judged for a species during its show or immediately prior or after its show. The judge will take into consideration show time, milking, etc. Awards will be divided into 2 divisions dependent on the number of species members exhibit in of beef, dairy, goats, poultry, rabbit, sheep, and swine. Division I will include clubs that have exhibitors in 4 or more species. Division II will include clubs that have exhibitors in 3 or fewer species. Horse herdsmanship will be judged by family. Each club will be judged on their exhibits in each specie and then compete against other clubs within their division. The highest overall average score will win the division. Champion t-shirts will be awarded to the livestock members of the first place Division I and II clubs, and individual horse members at the Annual 4-H Awards program in Oct. 9

10 AUCTION Purpose: 1. To encourage growth of the entire county 4-H program. 2. To encourage 4-H livestock project participation. 3. To maintain livestock members in the county. 4. To provide training in livestock marketing. 5. To encourage improved livestock quality. 6. To acquaint the public with 4-H projects. Policies: 1. Youth must sign up for the Auction be 5:00 p.m. Friday of fair, by turning in their auction sign up sheet to the 4-H Fair Office. Sign up sheet is provided in their fair packet available in the 4-H office. 2. Animals sell for a premium; 4-Her keeps the animal Hers taking a livestock State Fair trip must take the animal going to State Fair through the auction. If a 4-H member earns a State Fair Livestock Trip and a State Horse Show or State Llama Show Trip, they must decide which animal they will take through the auction. 4-Her s may only take one animal through the auction. 4. From the Auction bid price, 20% goes to Pope County 4-H to benefit the good of the whole; 80% goes to the member to assist with State Fair expenses, project expenses, or saved for future education. 5. Auction line up will be random order Hers must bring their own animal through the auction unless prior approval has been granted by 4-H Staff. 7. Exhibitor absence from the show will disqualify an exhibitor from participating in the auction, unless prior approval from staff was given. 8. If an animal is released to go home prior to the auction by the Fair Veterinarian, the 4-H er does not lose their auction spot. 9. In the event the exhibitor earns an auction spot but is unable to be present for the auction, approval for substituting another 4-H member to show their animal through the auction must be obtained from Extension Staff. The request must be submitted in writing to the Extension Office by July 9th. Extension Staff will review it and a decision will be made before County Fair. Emergency requests may be made up to 5:00 p.m. Friday evening of the County Fair. Failure to submit a written request will result in loss of auction spot. Eligibility: Blue Ribbon or higher Beef, Dairy, Goat, Horse, Lama, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep, Swine Animals receiving Champion or Reserve Rate of Gain will be eligible to participate in the auction as Champions. Champion, Reserve Champion, and State Fair Trip Winners will be noted in the auction program H ers are responsible for inviting bidders to the auction. Watch for more information from the Extension Office with materials you can use to invite your bidders. 4-H LIVESTOCK SUPERINTENDENTS 4-H Livestock Superintendents serve as leaders for the project area in which they represent. As a leader, superintendents coordinate many events that lead up to and are held during the Pope County Fair. Beef Curt Blair & Jake Reed Poultry Richard Moen Barb Koubsky & Jen Dairy Nate & Angie Walter Rabbits Larson Goat Tony & Jodi Schoumaker Sheep Jessica Blair Susan Barsness & Kelly Horse Swine Al Becker & Kara Mrnak Anderson Lama Doreen Cihlar Herdsmanship Jen Larson Ag Society Rules for 4-H Exhibits 1. Premiums are paid by the Pope County Ag Society 2. Exhibit Release: Exhibitors need to meet exhibition requirements of the local County Fair Ag Society and the 4-H Youth Development Program from 4-H exhibit entry day through release time: If exhibition requirements are not met (and permission is not granted by 4-H Program Staff), youth will not be eligible for all show related premiums, awards, and participation in the state event. Approved early release is an exception to the rule and becomes a 4-H staff and fair board decision based on each situation. Static Exhibits in place by 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 17th for judging and display. Released at 9 a.m. on Sunday, July 22nd. Livestock must be stalled/penned by 3 p.m. Wednesday July 18th. Livestock is released at 7 a.m. Sunday, July 22nd. 3. The Ag Society will take every precaution in its power for the preservation of the articles and stock on exhibit, but will not be responsible for any loss or damage that may occurring the delivery, exhibition or removal of exhibits. 4. Barns are closed at 10:00 p.m. - No one should be entering after that time without prior authorization from the Ag Society. 5. Guest access to barns must be maintained throughout the fair. Do not block alley ways, play loud music, or in any other way prohibit guests enjoyment of viewing the exhibition. At all times be courteous and respectful. PREMIUM SCHEDULE Project Area Blue Red White Beef, Sheep, Swine, Dairy, Goats $ 7.00 $ 5.50 $ 4.00 Poultry, Rabbits, Lama, Lamb Lead, Fashion Review, Dog Show, Horse: (Halter, Games, Pleasure, Equitation, Training & Achievement ) **(Horse Showmanship, Egg & Spoon, Walk Trot are not eligible for Premium) $ 4.00 $ 3.00 $ 2.00 Public Presentations, Performing Arts & Food Review $ 5.00 $ 4.00 $ 3.00 Litter, Fleece/Fiber, Horse Related, Horseless Horse, All Building Exhibits unless $ 3.00 $ 2.00 $ 1.00 otherwise noted Club Activities $10.00 $ 7.50 $ 5.00 Rate of Gain $ 3.00 $ 2.50 $ st 2 nd 3 rd Showmanship *excluding horse & dog $ 3.00 $ 2.50 $ 2.00 Dairy & Goat Production* $ 3.00 $ 2.00 $ 1.00 Cloverbud / Participation $ 2.00

11 DATES TO REMEBER April 29 May 15 June 1 July 1 July H Food Stand Food Stand Handbook given to club leaders at 4-H Leader Council Meeting Shift Request forms due at the Extension Office Shift Assignments Announced to Club Leaders Worker Sign Up sheet due to the Extension Office Pope County Fair GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS AT THE FAIR DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR FOOD SERVICE: Please ensure your clothes are clean. We suggest wearing a club t-shirt to identify your group. Keep hair pulled back or if you have a clean/comfortable cap, please wear it No tank tops allowed in the kitchen. No shorts allowed at the grill. Avoid wearing loose sleeves, scarves, jewelry and other articles of clothing or accessories. Must wear clean, closed toe shoes UPON ARRIVAL FOR YOUR CLUB SHIFT, CLUB LEADERS: Assemble your group behind the building at least 15 minutes before your are scheduled to work. Bring your worker worksheet with you. This will make it easier to assign duties and needs to be completed for insurance liability purposes. The shift manager will be out about 10 minutes before your shift to go over any last minute information and to assist in transitioning from one club to another. Inform your club that only family members scheduled to work the shift will be allowed in the kitchen. FOOD SAFETY: You must wash your hands often during your shift and always when you enter the kitchen area. Scrub hands together for at least 20 seconds, count or sing the ABC s twice to yourself. Dry hands on a paper towel. Do not touch food with bare hands. Use tongs, forks, gloves, or scoops to handle food. Workers in the kitchen frying/grilling area must be adults. Please pay attention to posted signs for other food safety rules. Keep your work area clean and make sure all garbage goes in the trash. No eating or drinking allowed in the kitchen area. Drinks need to be labeled and kept in the storage room. All food that has been prepared too far in advance will be discarded in the garbage (hamburgers, French fries, etc.). There will be no exception to this rule. Please, let's all try to keep costs low and waste to a minimal level. We realize that there may be times we will need to discard some food, but let's not over do it KITCHEN RULES Use respectful language, talk in a conversational voice, no yelling No running, roughhousing, or arguing in the kitchen or dining room Only workers scheduled to work the shift will be allowed in the Kitchen area of the building. Cloverbuds and children under 3rd grade are not allowed in the Kitchen Area No youth in grill area. OTHER: If things get busy, don't panic, take a deep breath and do the best you can. The customers will wait a few minutes FOOD STAND HOURS Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday to get a good meal. Don't make too much food in advance, everything is better cooked fresh. If it slows down during your shift, a few people at a time may take a short break. You must check with your Club Food stand Supervisor or the Food stand Manager 2 6 pm 12 10pm 4-H FAMILY PUNCH CARDS 4-H Families can purchase $10 8 am 10pm punch cards for your family to use at the lunch stand during the fair for $8. Cards can be purchased any time prior to Fair at the Extension office or on Tuesday, July 17 at the Food Stand. before taking a break. When your shift is over, you may be excused from your post only when your replacement worker has arrived and you have trained them in on the duties of your post. Before leaving, please be sure any items used in your work area are re-stocked, and your area is straightened up, for the next shift coming in. The adult clean up person and club supervisor should make sure all areas are clean before your club leaves, including the bathroom, 4-H building floors, and garbage cans (both inside and outside the 4-H Building). 11

12 CLUB PROJECTS Register club projects at BANNER Club Project- Banner Requirement: 1. Banner must be 3' x 5' and designed to hang vertically. 2. It must be completed and equipped with a dowel (minimum size 3 8 ) and ready to hang. 3. Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or two-sided. 4. Club name on 3 x 5 card pinned to back. (Any assembly technique can be used.) Two banners will be selected for State Fair exhibit. COMMUNITY PRIDE Club Project - Community Pride Requirement: 1. The exhibit may include a three-sided display, video, or other visual method which visually highlights the entire project or certain parts in a manner which tells the public what positive effects the project had on the community. 2. Two club youth who participated in the project may represent the club in conference judging. One exhibit will be selected for State Fair exhibit. Note again in 2017, Community Pride participants at State Fair may exhibit another individual project. SCRAPBOOK - Show and explain your club activities and participation in community and county events PROJECT Conservation Container Garden Poster - about club Other Requirement: 1. May be any project area your club selected to learn more about as a group or a stand alone project. A majority of your club members should have participated in the project and group learning experience (s). - Notebook, 3-sided display, poster, or educational exhibit reporting on the learning experiences club members took part in as part of their club project. CLOVERBUDS No State Fair trips in this division. Cloverbud members have completed kindergarten or grades 1-2. Cloverbuds need to register for projects through FairEntry by June 25. See Page 3 for details. Cloverbud building projects are listed under Static & Livestock projects under the species, example: Beef. CLOVERBUD GENERAL PROJECT Cloverbud Project - Cloverbuds may bring an unlimited number of building projects. - Some ideas include: 3 cut flowers in a vase, a potted plant, vegetable creature or creation, a nutritious food snack, a simple item you made for your home like a pillow, placemat, etc., rock creature, paper bag puppet, 4 interesting objects of nature, tree leaf collection, display of insects, simple craft item, or anything else you can think of. CLOVERBUD LIVESTOCK Beef Cloverbud Dairy Cloverbud Goat Cloverbud Horse Cloverbud Barrels Horse Cloverbud Western Pleasure Horse Cloverbud Showmanship Lama Cloverbud Showmanship/Costume Poultry Cloverbud Rabbit Cloverbud Sheep Cloverbud Swine Cloverbud - Minnesota 4-H Cloverbud policies will be followed at all 4-H events and activities, including during the entire course of the County Fair inside 4-H buildings, barns, and arenas as well as to and from trailers, the wash rack, tie outs, and the arena. See the Minnesota 4-H Cloverbud Information Sheet for Parents, Guardians, and Mentors as well as the Cloverbud Volunteer Leader Guide located on the Minnesota 4-H Policy and Grievances website ( youth/mn4-h/policies/#grievances). - Youth in the 4-H Cloverbud program will NOT be allowed in the show arena without a parent or responsible youth leader being in complete control of the animal. - Cloverbuds may show an animal being exhibited by another 4-H member. - Cloverbuds need to register for stalling/pens at the county fair if bringing their own animal that will stay for the entire length of the fair. 12

13 PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Table, microphone and easel will be provided. All other equipment must be provided by youth. DEMONSTRATIONS Demonstration - Individual Demonstration - Team LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS Livestock Demonstration - Individual Livestock Demonstration - Team ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATIONS Illustrated Presentation - Individual Illustrated Presentation - Team YOUTH IN ACTION DEMONSTRATIONS Youth in Action Demonstration - Individual Youth in Action Demonstration - Team Demonstration / Illustrated Presentations may be related to any project that the member is enrolled in or to any area of interest or expertise the 4-Her has. Presentations may be an individual or a two-person team. Individual presentations shall not exceed 15 minutes in length and team presentations should not exceed 25 minutes in length. Demonstrations are an oral presentation that includes actually demonstrating the hands-on steps required to accomplish a task or process. This most often includes the use of physical objects and actual doing or showing. For example, a demonstration could involve using bedding plants, potting soil and related items to demonstrate how to plant a flower pot. At the end of the Demonstration there should be something of a "finished product". Demonstrations may also include the use of supporting visuals like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Supporting visuals can include technology based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint). However, the focus of the Demonstration should be on the "doing", not the supporting visuals. Livestock Demonstrations are demonstrations that incorporate the use of an animal into the demonstration. Livestock are defined as beef, dairy, goat, rabbit, poultry, sheep, and swine. At the County Demonstration Day, presentations are not required to utilize a live animal due to animal health concerns but are encouraged to if possible. - One Bonus State Fair livestock trip will be awarded to the top placing Livestock Demonstration, entitling them to participate in all of the related activities and shows of that species at State Fair Illustrated Presentations are an oral presentation that presents an idea, concept, viewpoint or experience in an educational or informative format. For example, an Illustrated Presentation could be a report on leadership lessons learned through a trip to Washington DC or an educational presentation that explores sustainable energy options. Illustrated Presentations most often consist of interaction with supporting visuals like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Supporting visuals can include technology based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint). Supporting visuals may include tangible items, but generally little or no activity takes place with the item. Youth in Action presentations are interactive, continuous presentations that are approximately minutes in length. Topics selected for a Youth in Action demonstration may be related to a project in which the member is enrolled or to any other area of interest or expertise the member has. Involving the audience in the process is the primary focus of Youth in Action and constitutes a major portion of the evaluation results. - Presentation Software (i.e. MS PowerPoint) may be used for both Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks. If Presentation Software is used in a Demonstration, the presentation software should supplement the Demonstration (hands on demonstrating should still be the basis of the entry). If used for an Illustrated Talk, the presentation software can be the basis for the entire talk; however the member must interact with the presentation and information - not just step to the side and let the presentation play. (Self-presenting entries created with presentation software should be burned on to a DVD and entered in the Video class.) Special NOTE: If presentation software is utilized in either a Demonstration or an Illustrated Talk, the 4-Her is responsible for securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging. PERFORMING ARTS Performing Arts - Individual or Group - Exhibit can be either a performance or an exhibit that shows a member s involvement or interest in the performing arts. - To be eligible for State Fair, the member must discuss the process of selecting, planning, performing and reflection on their project work. - If the exhibit is an actual performance it cannot last longer than 10 minutes. -The 4-Her is responsible for providing any equipment necessary for judging. Microphone will be provided. - Performing Arts participants must have an exhibit on display throughout the entire County Fair. Examples: For musical performances, copy of the music be placed inside a sheet protector to be displayed, with a picture of the youth preforming attached. For other types of performances, a photo of the member performing along with the performance title is adequate. These exhibits must be turned in on Exhibit Entry Day, Tues, July 17th. - Poster or display about your involvement or interest in the performing arts. - A puppet and script made and created by member. - Create and perform a short story, show, music selection, etc., and include a write-up about it. - A journal or scrapbook (with written statements) of current performing arts experiences. - An educational display of some aspect of music, drama, or performing. All Public Presentations will be judged on the Stage on Tuesday, July 17th. *Schedule will be printed based on number of entries. 13

14 Static 4-H Projects Limited to 2 entries per area unless otherwise noted 4-H ADVENTURES Limit of 5. *Projects not State Fair Eligible. - This area is for youth who to exhibit work learned through their participation in a 4-H Adventure program, Includes 4-H Adventure Day & 4-H Day Camp Projects. AEROSPACE - Flyable models should be ready for flight (do not include fuel); recovery system should be in place and operative. - Members should be familiar with safety codes in 4-H curriculum. - Flyable models built from kit or your own design. - Non flyable models built from kit or your own design. - Display of other equipment needed for aerospace project. - A rocket launch. BICYCLE - Display showing types of bikes, parts of a bike, maintenance, traffic rules, bicycling hazards, how to wear a helmet, equipment used to teach others about bike repair or first aid, etc. - Notebook or picture story of a bike rodeo or other bike event you helped with, or research on some other aspect of bicycling that was presented to a class or service club. CAT - Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. Members must have a photograph of themselves with their cat shown on a display or poster. If a live cat brought in for conference judging it must be current on all vaccinations, and be kept in a carrier. CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT - Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss, in conference judging, the age and other characteristics of the child for whom the exhibit is intended and how the exhibit contributes to the child's growth, development, and wellbeing. - If the exhibit is designed to be interactive with children, the item is to be used with children before exhibiting and a photograph of this activity must accompany the exhibit. Signs of use will not detract from the placing of the exhibit. - Toy, game, puzzle, puppets, art/craft materials, etc., made from new or recycled/throw-away material. - Babysitting kit/travel kit/rainy day kit, including at least one item made by exhibitor. - Original book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook, audio or video tape and narrative, activity book, safety manual for children, file about children and/ or families. - Scrapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc., on family heritage with description of what was learned about self and family. A creatively developed program and/or item used for or with a person with a special need (gifted, developmentally delayed, physically impaired, etc.). CITIZENSHIP - 3-Ring binder, report binder or 3-sided display reporting on community projects and/or citizenship activities which you or your club completed under your leadership. Include plans of action as well as the evaluation of each. -A written narrative and/or visual communication presentation of 8 to 10 minutes, using photos, video and/or slides, to show how you worked with others in your community to solve problems. Each club is assigned to help set up or clean up the 4-H Building & Food Stand: Fair Set Up Day: July 8th from 2-6 pm Club: Ben Wade Blazers, New Prairie Pioneers, Tails & Trails, Wayside Fair Clean Up Day: July 22nd from 9-11 am Club: Busy Beavers, New Horizons, Sharp Shooters, Villard Livewires, Waska Wonders 14

15 CLOTHING AND TEXTILES You must complete the clothing google form, in addition to registration at Clothes or Non Garment You Make - Each garment must include an information tag listing: pattern company name and number, fiber content of fabric and care instructions, member name and club. - Garments may have been worn before showing, but should be cleaned before exhibiting. - Items constructed should be appropriate for skill level and experience of exhibitor. - A project such as a pillow top, tote bag, chef s apron, skirt with elastic waistband, backpack, etc., - A constructed garment made from a pattern - Creative sewing such as wearable art, costume, or use of techniques such as knitting, cross-stitch, etc, incorporated into garment. - Clothing or textiles display showing a "fact" or "why" related to clothing selection, care. - Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color photo of original garment and explanation of steps used. Clothes or Non Garment You Buy - The purchased garment or outfit must be accompanied by an 8-1/2"x 11" binder with, at minimum, the following information: a) Colored photo of member wearing the garment. Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes. b) Cost of garment. Explanation of why garment was purchased and examples of ways it will be used in existing wardrobe, and include inventory of wardrobe. -Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned and pressed before exhibiting. Exhibit suggestions: - A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan. - A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care, etc. Fashion Revue Clothes You Make or Buy Limit of 1 Fashion Review Clothes you Make & 1 Fashion Review Clothes you Buy entry. -Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased as a part of their 4-H clothing project. COMPUTER - Computers may be used in judging, but emphasis is on documentation, screen print, and summary. 4-H'ers are responsible for providing and securing any hardware used for judging; hardware may not be left on display. - Reports and written summaries should be bound in a booklet or placed in a folder. - Display showing the parts of a computer and how they work, consumer choices involved when buying a computer, how computer software can be put to use. Include statement of purpose, written plan for use, and examples of use. - Program/software developed by the 4-H member including a statement of objectives, and discussion of program. Program/software be original or adapted by the member from an existing program. CONSUMER EDUCATION - Exhibitor should be able to explain his/her choices and the reasons for those choices. - Label comparison showing different types of labels and/or models of same included. - Consumer comparison comparing several models of the same item, showing feature, costs, etc., with best item selected and reasons why. CRAFTS & FINE ARTS - Members enrolled in Creative Arts can exhibit 2 projects in both Fine Arts and Crafts. CRAFTS Requirement: - Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as a craft/kit. - Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements and principles. The craft/kit exhibit develops from someone else's ideas and can be exactly replicated or replicated with modifications. -All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.) - For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring masterful craftsmanship. - Basket making, tie dye, beading, ceramics, leather tooling, calligraphy, work from kits, etc. Note: At State Fair, clothing exhibitors can use the same garment to participate in both Fashion Revue and regular clothing in the same year. Fashion Review public performance will be on Friday, July 20th at 6 pm on the Stage FINE ARTS Requirement: - Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as an original fine art. - Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements and principles. The fine art exhibit should show proof that it is developed from the 4-Hers own ideas and imagination. - All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.) - For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring mastery. -Original work (no kits) in drawing, painting, sculpture, print process, textiles, pottery, etc. 15

16 16 CROP SCIENCES CORN - Crop must be grown on your farm in the previous growing season. - Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety. - A two quart exhibit of shelled corn (no ear corn), must be placed in a clear two quart jar or 2 clear one quart jars. - An educational display illustrating plant reproduction, soils, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, and the life cycle of that disease explaining causes and control. SMALL GRAINS & LEGUMES - Crops must be grown on your farm during the previous or current growing season - Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety. - A two quart exhibit of any soybean or small grain variety, must be placed in a clear two quart jar or 2 clear one quart jars. - An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, soils, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, and the life cycle of that disease explaining causes and control. DOG Note: Dog Show Entries can be found on the AnSci Pages - Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. - Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc. ELECTRIC - A wiring diagram or schematic must accompany all electric and electronic exhibits - Working electrical item constructed for home, yard, or farm. - Diagram of wiring in your home/farm showing switch locations, fuse boxes, wire size, capacities, fuse sizes, total bulk wattage, appliance wattage, number of circuits, and type of wiring installation. - Electronic item built from kit, plan, or own design with an explanation of what it is and how it is used. - Display ideas: Careers in electrical field, electrical experiment (may or may not have worked), educational display used in teaching others, etc. ENGINEERING DESIGN AQUATIC ROBOTICS Aquatic Robotics - Design and build their own remote-operated vehicle (ROV) - Use and adapt it to monitor water quality/aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) education - Work in teams of at least 3 youth, or individuals may exhibit - Illustrate the community partnership (example: DNR, Water Resource or Lake Association) - Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of doing the activity/project - Exhibit of ROV - Display showing their use in Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) education - Booklet showing their progression in Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) education as a team ENGINEERING DESIGN Requirement: - Include description of the problem/challenge being solved - Include description of the engineering design process/steps undergone to solve problem -Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of doing the activity/project -Exhibit of engineering design product -display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career ROBOTICS Note: The goal of the 4-H robotics program is for the 4-H members to explore science, technology and engineering through designing and building a functioning robot. The robot can be either programmable or remote controlled. The robot can be created by an individual or a group. - Exhibits must be labeled with name, and county on all pieces of the exhibit. - Include a description of the robots ability to sense, follow a plan and complete an act - Exhibits may have a one page report explaining the function, purpose and construction of the robot. - A robots, a display, diagrams of programming, booklets, etc. ENGINEERING DESIGN CHALLENGE LEVEL 1 & 2 (formerly Rube Goldberg) Level 1 - grades 3-8. Level 2 grades Youth in grades 6 and above can participate in Level 2 if they have and at least 2 years previous experience in Level 1. Each member (regardless of age) needs to register in one of these classes. -An Engineering Design Challenge machine is based on Rube Goldberg, an overly complex contraption designed to accomplish a simple task. The best created machines use a variety of everyday items in a whimsical way to create a series of chain-reaction steps to accomplish a simple task. In the contest, youth not only employ physics and engineering, but humor and storytelling, to create their machine. This activity is a team event of at least 3 and no more than 10 members. -Please refer to the Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 and 2 Rul Books at For complete details. -Teams of at least 3 youth -Minimum of 10 steps -Machine must operate in 2 minutes or less -Exhibit physical size limited to 6 ft x 6 ft x 6 ft -Explain one thing/step on the machine that they use science content to help solve a problem/challenge Need to keep a written record illustrating the process of doing the project. - Engineering Design Challenge machine itself - Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of the doing the activity/ project Note: In 2018, the State Engineering Design Challenge for Level 1 and 2 (formerly Rube Goldberg) will be held at a site other than the State Fair. However, challenge teams are invited to showcase their machine and project at the State Fair. Participants can also have other general projects judged.

17 ENTOMOLOGY Insect Collection exhibits: - Collections shall be contained in a glass topped case (drawers available for purchase in varying sizes); approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3" to 24" x 18" x 3" Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal position. Place project label on lower right corner of glass top. Only one case per exhibitor is allowed. - Specimens must be collected. Purchased insects are not acceptable. - Exhibitors must be the collector of the specimens in the project. - Specimens must be properly pinned with insect pins. Small insects may need to be placed on cardboard points. - Specimens must be properly labeled. 1) The location, date, and collector must be included on the labels. County and state (and country, when applicable) are minimum location information that should be included. It is valuable to include nearest town or township where the specimen was collected, the type of habitat it was collected from (e.g. on elm tree; on lake shore; indoors.), and the common name of the insect. 2) All labels should be visible so they can be read. Use permanent ink marker or pencil to write labels. Labels produced by a computer printer are acceptable. Ballpoint ink or non-permanent markers are not acceptable. - For more specific information on pinning, labeling, other information, see Collecting and Preserving Insects, A MN 4-H Entomology Resource, - Emphasis of project must relate to an aspect of entomology. - Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss references and sources (e.g. books, magazines, internet, interviews with an expert etc.) - Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) will be accepted if the project can be self-sustaining for up to 14 days without special care. - A written report or journal should accompany the project, introducing the subject, describing the process (materials and method), predicting an outcome, stating the results, and discussing any conclusions. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables, or other figures may be used. - General Insect Collection: must consist of a minimum of 50 species of adult insects representing at least 8 orders. - Specialty insect collection can include but is not limited to a collection of a single order (e.g. Coleoptera or Lepidoptera), a collection of immature insects, a collection of insects from a particular habitat (e.g. aquatic, forest, or prairie) or a collection of economic pests of a specific crop (e.g. insects attacking corn). - Non-Collection Project can include but is not limited to life history displays (e.g. insect life cycle), scientific investigation (e.g. insect habitats or effects of environment factors on insects), or insects in current events. EXPLORING ANIMALS - This area is for 4-Hers who wish to learn more about a given species. Animal ownership is not required. - 4-Hers enrolled in Exploring Animals, Beef, Dairy, Goat, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep or Swine may exhibit in this category. - An educational exhibit to show or explain something 4-H er made, did, learned, or may explore consumer issues, breeds or careers. EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT - Display on environmental pollution describing the causes, effects on people and other living things, and methods to correct the situation. - Display showing features of soils such as color, structure, texture. - A display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects, animals, birds or fish. Include pictures or drawings and information on habits, foods, and shelter needs. - Display showing erosion control practices such as minimum tillage, terraces, contour strips, grassed waterways, field windbreaks, water control structures, etc. FISHING SPORTS - Fish identification. Describe the habitat and food needs of selected Minnesota fish; develop a panel display explaining the life history of a fish; create a model or exhibit identifying the parts of a fish. - Fishing Knots. Identify how and where each knot is used; fishing equipment which is made or repaired such as lures, fishing rods and reels, ice fishing rig, or other fishing equipment; - Safety practices and techniques that are related to fishing or boating. - Examples of how water quality affects the fish eco-system. FLOWER GARDENING - Label each container according to kind or variety. - Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Outdoor Fairy Gardens) - Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained in a fresh condition with ease. - When exhibiting cut flowers, we suggest: three stems of one variety of annual flower, or one stem of a hardy perennial, or one stem of summer flowering bulbs, or one blossom of a tea rose, or one stem of a hardy shrub rose. - Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme. - Display of dried flowers with a card explaining the drying method. - My Flower Garden Exhibit on poster board, not to exceed 22 x 28". Include a plan of the garden drawn to scale, the correct variety name and pictures (or photographs) of the flowers grown. Be prepared to discuss the process from soil preparation to blooming. - Educational Exhibit showing the principles of propagation or reproduction, nutrition, culture and physiology (how a plant lives and grows). Limit to 2 entries per project class unless otherwise listed 17

18 FOODS FOOD AND NUTRITION Limit of 4 entries, at least 2 must be displays with our without food. - Exhibit may be food items and/or displays. - Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the judge, references and information sources, nutritional values, methods, menu, costs, etc., as appropriate to that exhibit. - The exhibit may be a poster, mobile, three-dimensional display, scrapbook, balance beam, charts, journals, pictures, slides, equipment, supplies, photographs, puppet play, skit, judging comparison, taped interview, file of ideas, research study, etc. - Pictures, food models, plaster, plastic, papier-mâché, etc., are preferable to perishable foods in an educational exhibit. Perishable foods should be used only if they add to or help explain the educational exhibit. If perishable food is a part of the exhibit, the food is to be brought just for judging. - Exhibits containing perishable foods, which will be discarded, must include a colored photograph of the food. The photograph should be taken prior to the County Fair and attached to the display. This photograph and a 3x5 note card listing nutrition information and the recipe will be displayed at the exhibit instead of the food. - One serving of a nutritious food (vegetable or fruit dish, snack, bread, dairy, etc.). Include 8½ x 11 poster showing nutritional value, recipe, and a photo of the food. - Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone else, using the dietary guidelines and MyPlate. - Make a food or fitness plan for yourself or someone else and show how it relates to nutritional and energy needs. (Example: an athlete on a volleyball team, a teen who doesn't have a lot of time). - Adapt a recipe(s) to show healthier ingredient choices. - Study of how physical fitness and/or food choices are related to disease (such as: cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc.). - Study of labels from similar food items, comparing important nutrient content like fat, fiber, and sugar. - Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety. - Nutrition/food science experiment. FOOD PRESERVATION - All recipes, procedures, and times followed must be according to current USDA and/or National Center for Home Food Preservation recommendations. - All food preservation exhibits must be labeled with a 2 x 3 label. Labels to include county, name, grade, product, style of pack, processing method (boiling water bath or pressure canner), date, processing time, date processed and source of recipe. Pressure canned items indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many pounds of pressure used. - Jars must be heat-tempered glass canning jars. - All jars must be sealed. Leave screw bands on two piece jar lids. Jellies and jams must be covered with lids. - Use pint jars for fruit, vegetables, and fish; one-half pint jars for jams and jellies; 2-1 pint jars or one quart jar for pickled products. - Jellies and jams must be processed in boiling water bath according to USDA and/or University of Minnesota food preservation publications, available through the Extension Office. Note: Paraffin is not acceptable. - No artificial food coloring should be added to entries. - Dried foods may be stored in glass jars, self-sealing plastic bags or airtight plastic bags. The quantity of dried foods should be: fruits and vegetables - 1/2 cup or more of each, herbs - 1/4 cup of each in whole leaf form, 3 strips of meat (i.e. venison or beef jerky). - Preserved within the past year. Exhibit suggestions: Suggested exhibits include one (1) jar or one (1) bag of product: - Vegetables or fruits - Jams, jellies, preserves, low-sugar spreads (no frozen) - Pickled products (fermented or added acid, including pickles, sauerkraut, relishes, salsa). - Meats, poultry and/or fish. (Fish must be in pint jars.) - Dried vegetables or dried fruits. - Dried herbs. - Beef or venison jerky. - Food science experiment or educational display. FOOD REVIEW -Judged on Entry Day of fair -Table will be provided. Youth should bring place setting, menu item, and recipe to share. - Project must be displayed at fair. Bring photo, menu, & recipe to judging to be kept on display, food will not be kept on display. Outstanding Static Awards will be handed out on Friday, July 20th at 6 pm on the Stage 18

19 FOREST RESOURCES Requirement: - Exhibits should be mounted on cardboard or other sturdy material. - Collection of leaves or needles with twigs, identified with their common name. Common name should be printed near the identified leaf/needle. - Photographic display of forest products--include the name of the product/ use to identify the photograph. - Display showing tree growth; annual ring cross-sections; make a seed collection. - Prepare a report with drawings about your favorite tree--include name of tree, drawings or pictures of tree, facts and uses of the tree, and other appropriate information. - Display showing layers of the forest; renewable versus non-renewable resources; forestry careers; leaf and twig identification; taxonomic keys; tree road maps. - Display showing forest succession; tree and forest measurements; fire's effect on the forest; how trees grow; forest types; harvesting methods; entomology of the forest; pathology of the forest. - Display showing forest products, including maple syrup production; wood products; Christmas trees or other forest resources (recreation, wildlife, etc.). - Display showing specialized woodland management, including shelterbelts/ windbreaks and urban forestry. FRUIT - Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the varieties of fruit, name and club of exhibitor. - Exhibitor should bring 6 items of one variety of fruit. - Display showing a comparison of several varieties of the same fruit (labeled); display using a branch to illustrate proper pruning of fruit trees and explaining the process; illustrate the many uses of fruits (fresh, jams, juices, cooking, baking, salads and recipes); illustrate the use of fruits as natural dyes. - Educational display illustrating diseases (actual specimens) or insects (actual specimens) and methods of control. GEOLOGY Requirement: - Attach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glass-topped case of the same model as used by the entomologists (approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3"). Specimens should be approximately 2" x 2". Label each specimen using the label described on page seven of the Geology Manual. Size of label may be reduced to fit display case, if needed. Attach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on its edge. Member must have knowledge of how specimens are identified as to rock or fossil type. - Display of birthstones, a rock plate, or an egg carton collection (see geology bulletin), six silly silicates. - Rocks, minerals, or fossils from within Minnesota or on a definite theme such as metamorphism, weathering, quartz minerals, ores, or a theme of your own choosing. - Polished rock types used to make decorative items such as paperweights and jewelry; include an unpolished specimen of each rock type. - Educational exhibit showing the "science how's and why s" dealing with the principles of geology and natural earth sciences. GLOBAL CONNECTIONS - Poster or report explaining what you learned as a result of a cross-cultural home stay experience. - Report or display on mission trip, school trip, pen pal, etc. HEALTH - Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol and chemical abuse, eating disorders, sexuality, sexually transmitted disease, pregnancy, stress, depression) of your choice. - Report on a community project that you conducted on a health issue. Include objectives, audience, timetable, program description, materials, community support and evaluation. HOME ENVIRONMENT - Members exhibiting in this project should be prepared to discuss and/or have written information to show how their exhibit applies to the home, how and where it is used or displayed, and all details of how it was made or selected. They should know about the subject matter of the specific exhibit, the materials used, how and why it was done, costs involved, and alternatives considered - A photograph and report showing its place in the home environment must accompany exhibits that are items for the home. - Pictures and wall hangings that are exhibited should be finished and ready to hang. - Purchased kits ARE ALLOWED be used. - Finished or refinished wood item, or reupholstered furniture. - Repaired, restored, or remodeled item for the home. - Chart and/or plan for the care and maintenance of the inside or outside of the home including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly jobs. -An article remade or reclaimed for the home with a link to the past, including history of use. -Description, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of a redecorating or remodeling plan showing before and after. Fair Set up Day is July 8th. All Families need to help set up barns, the 4-H Building and the Food Stand. 19

20 LAWN AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN Register your projects for the Pope County Fair by June 25 at INDOOR GARDENING Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Indoor Fairy Gardens) POTTED PLANTS: - Flowering plants should be in bloom. - Foliage plants should be in vigorous condition. - Plants should be grown in the exhibited container for at least one month prior to fair. PLANTS IN HANGING CONTAINERS: - Container for the plant should not be more than 10" in depth or diameter. - Maximum total length of hanger and plant should not exceed 4' - Evaluation will include appropriateness of plant for a hanging container, condition, arrangement, hanger to container to plant relationship, and plants being well established. TERRARIUMS: - The terrarium may not exceed 24" in any dimension. - Terrarium should be planted four to six weeks ahead of exhibiting. - Members must be able to identify all plant materials in their terrariums, andknow why they were selected for use in their terrarium (quality, container and design). - Two or more varieties of house plants with common and botanical name. - Terrarium or dish garden: consider terrarium material of general terrarium plant of native and woodland plants of Minnesota. -Educational exhibit showing plant propagation, plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a flowering plant, etc. - Posters showing physiology of a tree are not eligible for State fair - Evaluation will be based on design, neatness, plants used, & story told. - Landscape Plan (not to exceed 22" x 28") drawn to scale with plants and major areas of yard labeled; should show changes and future plans. Photographs showing "before and after" views are desirable. - Design a project meeting for this project area (in booklet form) including what you would teach, how you would teach it, goals of your meeting, activities you would include, and visual aids you would use. NEEDLE ARTS - Each exhibit must include a consumer information tag (note card size), if appropriate, with the following information: pattern company name and number, techniques, fiber content, cost, and care instructions. - Participant encouraged to bring instructions/pattern - If item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed on a wall, it should be finished and ready to hang. Exhibit suggestions: - Any item made by the member using the techniques of knitting, crocheting, embroidery and crewel, counted cross stitch, needlepoint, hardanger, handquilting, weaving, appliqué, latchhook, tatting, other. - Consumer Product Analysis: Comparison and evaluation of materials, supplies, or accessories used for a needle arts technique. - Historical/Cultural Study: Story, poster, or display about a needle arts heirloom from your family or local history museum. Exhibit must include information about how item should be preserved. PETS - Educational display explaining pet care, health, nutritional needs, etc.; exhibit must include a photograph of 4-Her with their pet. - Pet related exhibit, i.e. photo album, history of species, animal care display. - If bringing pet with for conference judging, the pet needs to meet all Board of Animal Health Requirements and be in a carrier or case. Animal should be kept outside of the 4-H building until judging time and enter through the side door directly to the judging area and removed promptly after judging. -You can not show an animal species that has another possible species class entry even if the animal is question does not qualify in any of the offered classes. All Static Projects are judged from 1-5:30 pm on Tuesday, July 17 20

21 PHOTOGRAPHY Elements of Photography Exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph. ONLY overall image corrections are allowed including: cropping, brightness/exposure, color saturation, contrast, sharpening, black and white, sepia or color conversion and exposure correction. Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed (i.e. digital or film camera, DSLR, underwater camera, time lapse camera, cell phone, tablet) or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone). A film camera can also be used. - All PHOTOS EXHIBITED MUST HAVE BEEN TAKEN BY THE EXHIBI- TOR DURING THE CURRENT 4-H YEAR - Exhibitor s name, club, county and exhibit class and lot should be printed on the back of the exhibit. - NO PICTURE FRAME OR GLASS ALLOWED (for safety). - Allowed exhibits use 4 x 6, 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 photographs, mounted in a mat frame or foam board neutral colors are best (white, tan, grey or black) - Do not use construction paper or colored paper - Use 14 x 22 board for 5 or more photos. Cut a smaller board for 2 to 4 prints or a panorama - When a photo has been edited or digitally manipulated, the original (unaltered) 4 x 6 photo(s) must be included on the back of the exhibit - Common theme or subject of 3 to 7 photos (4 X 6") (i.e. people, buildings, landscape, animals, seasons, action, nature, weather, shapes, close-ups, etc.). - Panorama -Photo story (use 5 to 7 that are 4 x 6 photos). Some examples might include: A town s history: could include photos of residences: e.g. families, elderly citizens, government officials, veterans, teachers, service officials (fire, police, medical), volunteers, founding families history, etc. 4-H project, another member s 4-H project or your 4-H Club s Community Service projects Environmental issue(s) or a community need A Day in the Life of (farm or city youth, an elementary, middle school or high school youth, etc.) Show a process (i.e. how to make something or steps to making something) - Enlargement or multiple 4 X 6 photos to show photographic elements, explaining how you used your camera to take these images. Ideas include: Aperture priority, shutter speed, rule of thirds, leading lines, ISO, etc.) - Enlargement or multiple 4 X 6 photos to show photographic style. Ideas include: Illustrate lighting technique, journalistic photography, documentary photography, commercial photography, portrait setup, collage, etc. Photo Manipulation (replaces creative/applied) PHOTO EXHIBITS IN THIS CATEGORY REQUIRES CREATIVE SOFT- WARE EDITING. This includes such techniques as coloring, text additions, using layers or layouts. Exhibits can show how photography can be used to make posters, calendars, brochures or advertising. Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed (i.e. digital or film camera, DSLR, underwater camera, time lapse camera, cellphone, tablet, digital DSLR) or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone). - ALL PHOTOS EXHIBITED MUST HAVE BEEN TAKEN/PRODUCED ENHANCED BY THE EXHBITOR DURING THE CURRENT 4-H YEAR. (Exception an exhibit integrating older photographs) - Exhibitor s name, age and county should be printed on the back of the exhibit. - NO PICTURE FRAME OR GLASS ALLOWED (for safety). -Exhibits use 4 x 6, 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 photographs, mounted in a mat frame or foam board cut to fit. - Use 14 x 22 poster board for 5 or more photos. Cut a smaller board for 2 to 4 prints or a panorama - Neutral colors are best (white, tan, grey or black) - Do not use construction paper or colored paper - Multi photos exhibited should be matted or displayed on poster board or foam board using 4 X 6 photos. - When a photo has been edited or digitally manipulated the original photo MUST include an unaltered 4 X 6 on the back of the exhibit. -Software suggestions include: Photoshop, Picasa, Gimp, Pickmonkey, Pixi, Fotoflexer, Microsoft Publisher, Apple Pages, etc. (Non-affiliated website information can be found online) Exhibit ideas: -Digitally enhanced photograph(s) - Calendar, brochure, event poster, photobook, (No scrapbooks) - Illustrate software skills: Using multiple layer techniques, selective coloring, HDR, etc. -Slideshow-compilation of photo images-use titles, voice over, background selections, to make a show, etc. For judging can bring project on 14 x 22 poster board, computer (DVD) or tablet *SPECIAL PHOTOGRAPHY CATEGORY: POLLINATORS Focus on the plight of pollinators and the tremendous decline in numbers. Include photographs of pollinators and related information and a short narrative about possible causes and possible solutions. SAVE THE BEES! SAVE THE BUTTERFLIES! -Show how to develop or expand a butterfly garden. -Show plants that can be used for a butterfly garden -Show how to develop a butterfly garden. 21