RICHLAND
COUNTY
SHOW DAY
RULES
2010
4-H JUDGING SCHEDULE
(All shows/events are held on fairgrounds at Olney City Park, N. Rte. 130, unless otherwise noted)
Tuesday, June 29 …1:30 p.m. Cat Show – Extension Building, 306 S. Fair St., Olney
Thursday, July 1 …6:00 p.m. Set up Community Building/Barns
Friday, July 2 … 4:30 p.m. Check-in begins for Home Ec Show – Community Building
Sunday, July 4…10:00 a.m. Horse Show - Olney City Park Fairgrounds
Monday, July 5…General Projects Show, Community Building
9:30 a.m.
Projects must be in place
10:00 a.m.
Conference Judging begins
3:00 p.m.
Goat show: milking, novelty and meat
4:00 p.m.
Bucket Calf Interview (subject to change)
4:30 p.m.
Community building open to public
Tuesday, July 6…
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
2:30 p.m.
Swine Show
Poultry Show
Dairy
4-H Bicycle Rodeo, Extension Bldg. Parking Lot, 306 S. Fair St., Olney
Wednesday, July 7…
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Beef Show (Market Beef/Steer) 4-H first; showmanship; Jr. Show
Beef Show (Breed Classes) 4-H first, Jr. following
Rabbit Show
Sheep Show
Bucket Calf Show
Overall Grand Champion Showmanship Contest
Thursday, July 8…
8:30 a.m.
3:00 p.m.
Friday, July 9…
9:00 a.m.
4-5:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 10…
8:00 a.m.
Dog Show – St. Joseph Church North Parking Lot, corner of Elliott &
Chestnut Sts., Olney
Livestock Auction
Tractor Driving Contest, White Squirrel Saddle Club arena, on North Silver St,
across dam, stay right on curve, and then road on left; sign will be posted
Pick up exhibits in Community Building. Premium checks will be mailed out at a
later date when all funding is designated.
Clean up barns/grounds; livestock premium money will be included in one check
with other projects and mailed when all funding is designated.
Livestock records (including horses) should be picked up at fairgrounds,
Olney City Park, and Thank You notes written after clean-up Saturday morning.
INDEX
Project
Page #
Aerospace II-IV
29
Animal/Vet Science
19
Beef I-III
3,4,5,6,7
Bicycle I-III
30
Bucket Calf
3,4,7,8
Cake Decorating
50
Cats I-III
17
Child Development II-III
45-46
Citizenship – Comm. Involvement & Awareness
Clothing and Textiles
Sewing & Textiles I-III
Fashion Revue
24
44-45
44
45
Clothing Decision I-II
45
Knitted Garments
44-45
Crocheting & Knitting
28
Communications I-III
20
Computer Science
30-31
Consumer Education
20-21
Consumer Savvy I-III, B the E!
21
Crocheting (see Visual Arts)
28
Crop Display (Corn, Small Grains, Soybeans)
39
Dairy Cattle Dairy I-III
3,4,5,6,8
Dairy Goats
3,4,5,6,9
Dogs Dog I-III
18-19
Electricity I-III
31-32
Electronics
31,32
Entomology I-III
37
Exploring Our Food Heritage
48
Fashion Revue
45
I
Project
Page #
Financial Champions
20
First Aid in Action
46
Floriculture A,B,C,D
39-40
Food and Nutrition Requirements
48
4-H Cooking 101
48
4-H Cooking 201
48
4-H Cooking 301
48
Exploring Our Food Heritage
48
Food Demonstration
49
Food Preservation
49
International Foods
49
Meat & Other Protein Sources
49
Microwaving A-D
50
Outdoor Meals (Smores & More)
50
Sports Nutrition
50
Forestry I, II, III
38
General Project Show Requirements
15-16
Geology
38
Geospatial
32,33
Goats
3,4,5,6,9
Guidelines for Eligibility to Show
51
Health – First Aid in Action, Staying Healthy, Keeping Fit
46
Home Ec Show Requirements
43-44
Horse and Pony I-III
3,4,5,6,14
Horticulture I-III
40-41
Human Development – Child Care
45-46
Intercultural - Passport to the World
25
II
Project
Page #
Intergenerational- Walk In My Shoes
25
International Foods
49
Interior Design
46-47
Journalism
20
Keeping Fit
46
Knitting
28, 45
Leadership I-IV
23
Livestock Auction
1-2
Livestock Exhibition Health Requirements (General)
5, 6
Livestock Show Requirements
3, 4
Microwaving A-D
50
Natural Resources
Natural Resources I-III
Outdoor Adventures I-III
Sportfishing I-III
Wildlife I - II
36
37
37
36
Outdoor Meals - S’Mores & More
50
Passport To The World
25
Pebble Pups I-II
38
Performing Arts – Theater Arts I-III
23
Personal Development-Leadership I-IV
23
Photography I-IV
21-22
Plant and Soils Science 1, 2, 3
42
Poultry I-III
3,4,5,6,10
Public Adventures-Comm. Involvement & Global Awareness
24
Public Presentations
County Speech & Demonstration Contest
Master of Ceremonies
26
Rabbits I-III
3,4,5,6,11
Robotics
33
Rock Hounds I-II
38
Sample Entry Blank
52
III
Project
Page #
Scrapbooking
22-23
Sewing & Textiles
44-45
Service Learning I-II
24
Sheep I-III
3,4,5,6,12
Small Engines I-III
34
Small Pets
19
Sportfishing
37
Sports Nutrition
50
S’Mores - Outdoor Meals
50
Staying Healthy
46
Swine I-III
3,4,5,6,13
Theatre Arts
Play the Role
Become a Puppeteer
Set the Stage
23
Tractor I-II
34-35
Veterinary Science I-III
19
Visual Arts
27-29
Walk In My Shoes
25
Welding
35
Wildlife (See Natural Resources)
36
Woodworking I-IV
36
IV
LIVESTOCK AUCTION
The 4-H Livestock Auction will be held Thursday afternoon, July 8, starting at 3:00 p.m.
at the fairgrounds in the Olney City Park. No “C” place animals are eligible for the sale, only
A’s and B’s. Each exhibitor may sell one animal of any species but the animal must be of market
age and weight for their species (except for rabbits, poultry and goats). There will be no
reserves or buy backs on animals which go through the auction. If an animal is signed up to
sell and goes through the sale ring, it is sold. Any 4-H’er wishing to keep their animal for their
own use or to continue to show their animal at other county fairs or the State Fair SHOULD
NOT put that animal through the auction.
All animals must be exhibited in the auction ring by the owner unless permission is
granted by the Extension staff or the superintendents. Please dress appropriately when entering
the show ring with animal at the auction. This includes no overly large cut out sleeves, no shorts
of any kind, halter, tube or tank tops. Wearing boots is recommended. You are representing not
only yourself but all of 4-H so please keep good taste in mind.
Following are the rules pertaining to this sale:
BEEF
1.
Each exhibitor may sell only one beef market animal.
2.
All beef market animals must have been shown in the 2010 4-H show and must have been
regular 4-H projects during the year.
3.
Market animals must weigh at least 850 pounds after drift allowance of 2 ½ percent.
SWINE
1.
All market hogs must weigh at least 220 pounds before being drifted 5 pounds. There is
no top weight. However, all animals weighing more than 280 pounds will be sold as 280
pounds regardless of what they weigh.
2.
Each exhibitor is limited to sell only one hog.
3.
All hogs must be shown in the 2010 4-H market hog class and must have been regular
4-H project during the year.
SHEEP
1.
Each exhibitor may sell only one market lamb.
2.
Market lambs must weigh a minimum of 85 pounds.
3.
All lambs must have been shown in the 2010 4-H market lamb class and must have been
regular 4-H projects during the year.
RABBITS, POULTRY AND GOATS
1.
Each exhibitor may sell only one animal.
2.
These will not be weighed.
3.
All animals must have been shown only in the 2010 year 4-H show (i.e. must not have
been shown in prior year Fair) and must have been regular 4-H projects during the year.
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SALE ORDER
This year’s sale order is as follows: Swine, Goats, Sheep, Poultry, Rabbits, and Beef.
The individual animal sale order will be determined by draw from a hat, except for
champions.
In swine and beef we will sell about one-half of the animals and then sell the champions,
starting with the light-weight division.
SPEED OF SALE
It is extremely important to move the sale along as rapidly as possible. Thus, you can
help by being ready and being in position (in the order on the sale bill) for your turn.
IMPORTANT
Please Note:
There will NOT be a truck provided by Extension/4-H for taking animals to market after
the auction. The member will be responsible for hauling/trucking their animal to market or the
buyer’s desired location, e.g. meat processing plant.
Some buyers of rabbits, goats and poultry do not wish to keep the animal – some do.
You must find out from the buyer.
PICTURES
We will be taking pictures of each animal and exhibitor following the sale of that animal.
This will be done in the ring in a holding area and must be done quickly since there will be little
time.
DEDUCTIONS
A 3 percent deduction will be made on sale checks. This will be used to pay for placing a
“thank-you” ad in the newspaper, postage and the paying of 4-H premiums. We cannot send you
your sale check until we have received payment from all the buyers and balanced the sale.
Auction checks will be mailed as soon as all buyers have paid, approximately 3-4 weeks
following the sale.
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LIVESTOCK SHOWS
2010 LIVESTOCK GENERAL EXHIBITION REQUIREMENTS
All livestock shows are held on the fairgrounds at Olney City Park, Rte. 130 North.
1.
All livestock exhibitors must be regularly enrolled in a 4-H Club in Richland County by January 1, 2010.
Anyone enrolled in a livestock project after the January 1, 2010 deadline may exhibit in the shows but can not
sell an animal in the auction.
2.
All animals exhibited must have been owned and personally cared for by the exhibitors from the required
starting date of the project. Livestock ownership dates are: January 1 – Steers, Dairy Cows, Milking Goats,
Breeding Sheep; April 1 – Swine, Horse, Dairy, Heifers, Beef, Market Goats; May 1 – Bucket Calf; May 15
– Ewe Lambs, Market Lambs; June 1 – Dogs , Poultry, Rabbits, (All rabbits must be owned by June 1 or
out of stock owned by June 1). 4-H officials reserve the right to spot check and verify ownership of animals
by required ownership date.
3.
Entry Blanks - Each 4-H member must complete one 4-H entry blank on which he or she will make only the
entries in the 4-H Department. All these entries must be in the county Extension Office on or before 4:30
p.m., Friday, June 4, 2010. Livestock records (for all animals except dogs and cats), which are complete
through June 1, 2010 must be turned into the Extension office with entry forms in order to be eligible
to show.
4.
The County 4-H Show Superintendents will "draw lots" for pen locations of all livestock exhibitors
and these assignments will be placed on the pens or stalls (This will include rabbits & poultry).
Assignments will be grouped by clubs.
5.
All livestock exhibits must be in place by 12 noon, Monday, July 5.
6.
All classes in the 4-H Show will be judged by the Danish method, and placed A, B, or C, according to quality
of the exhibit.
7.
Only animals receiving A ratings will be shown in the championship classes.
8.
Members may enter no more than one entry per class.
9.
4-H members showing in Bucket Calf class who are 8 or 9 years old, may in 2010 also show a Jr. Yearling
Heifer calf or a Jr. Heifer Calf in the Beef or Dairy Show.
10.
All animals exhibited in the 4-H Show are subject to the Regulations Governing Livestock, Poultry and Dogs
exhibited in Illinois. These requirements are located at the end of this section and after each animal class
listing. (All beef and dairy requirements follow Dairy).
You may make your own arrangements for testing and/or vaccinations, OR list number of animals needing
this service on entry form and we will forward this to the veterinarian you request.
11.
In purebred classes, animals must be registered in the name of the 4-H member. In cases of partnership,
registration papers and a copy of the partnership or joint agreement must be shown. Registration papers may
be checked at the Fair before an animal is shown.
12.
All animals must be exhibited in the show ring by the owner unless permission is granted by the Extension
staff or the superintendents. No one but the exhibitor, superintendent, ring men, and judge will be permitted
in the ring while the show is in progress. In case of multiple show time conflicts or other reason as granted by
staff or superintendent, 4-H’er may have another Richland County 4-H member show one animal for
exhibitor.
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13.
All exhibitors participating in the Rate of Gain competition must present their animal in the Rate of
Gain show ring in the presence of a judge to be eligible for payment.
14.
Separate breed classes of animals may be added for 5 or more entries in the same breed. Breeds having less
than 5 entries may show together in same class. Exceptions may be made by the Extension staff or
superintendents to part or all of Rule 14.
15.
Staying overnight at the 4-H barns is to be discouraged and if members feel they must stay, only those with
livestock exhibits can do so.
16.
No entry fee or stall rent will be charged for the 4-H Show. However, no free gate passes will be issued and
the member might need to purchase such a pass if they are not entered in the Junior Show.
17.
Additional classes to coincide with the project enrollment may be made at the discretion of the County
Extension staff. The 4-H Show Day Rules book of suggested exhibits will be followed in making
additional classes.
18.
All livestock exhibitors (except dogs, cats and horses) will be eligible to be considered for a clean pen award.
Care of animal(s) and cleaning of pen(s), stall(s) must be done primarily by 4-H member, not parents.
19.
An Overall Grand Champion Showmanship Contest will be held on Wednesday, July 7 at 4:30 p.m.
Only Senior Showmanship winners in Sheep, Swine, Beef, Goats, Dairy and Horses may enter. Animals
will be furnished; participants may not use own animals. Winner of contest will assist superintendents
of contest (Brent Pitts & Gary Rodgers) the following year.
20.
All complaints or protests must be filed, in writing, with the County Extension staff, within 24 hours of the
event in question. The reason for the complaint must be clearly stated.
21.
Any 4-H Club member not conducting himself or herself in a gentlemanly or ladylike manner on the
fairgrounds may be expelled from the show and forfeit all premiums won. Please wear appropriate attire (no
tube tops, tank tops, halter tops, shorts, cut out shirts, etc.) during all shows. Boots are recommended. Proper
dress is an especially important part of showmanship classes.
22.
No commercial advertising will be allowed anywhere in the 4-H barns.
23.
Livestock shown in 4-H show only are released after the auction. For ALL livestock shown in the Junior
Show see the COUNTY showbook for release date/time. Horses, cats and dogs are not kept at the
fairgrounds and are released after their shows.
24.
State Fair Eligibility is denoted by *.
NOTE: Those showing animals at the county level but who wish to be considered for State Fair in an
animal project without taking their animal, may prepare a display as described on page 19.
Animal science project guidelines for those NOT exhibiting an animal are listed on page 19.
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For Health Requirement Information
(See Section Inserted With Each Species)
Illinois Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Animal Health
State Fairgrounds P. O. Box 19281
Springfield, IL 62794-9281
Phone (217) 782-4944
County Fairs
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Exhibitors are required to familiarize themselves with all rules applicable to their exhibits.
2. All out-of-state animals shall require an entry permit. Permits are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
by calling (217)782-4944.
3. All animals, except as noted, shall be accompanied by a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) which shows
the animal meets all health requirements for the State of Illinois. CVI’s shall be made available to Bureau of Animal
Health Personnel on request.
CVI means a legible record made on an official form from the state of origin which has been issued, signed and
dated by an accredited veterinarian and which shows the name and address of the animal’s owner or exhibitor and
the results of all required tests or vaccinations. A CVI shall list only one animal identification per line; shall be
presented on the form on which it was initially issued; and shall not be corrected, changed or altered in any manner.
4. All animals shall be officially identified. The animal(s) official identification shall be recorded on the CVI.
5. If animals are from tuberculoses accredited, brucellosis certified, pseudorabies qualified, or brucellosis
validated herds, the identifying herd number(s) along with the date of the last herd test(s) shall appear on the CVI.
6. CVI for out-of-state livestock shall be void thirty (30) days after issuance.
7. CVI for Illinois-origin livestock shall be void thirty (90) days after issuance.
8. All livestock shall be subject to examination upon entry to any Illinois fair or exhibition. Any animal showing
evidence of infectious, contagious or communicable diseases shall be immediately withdrawn and held in quarantine
at the owner’s risk and expense until properly treated and recovered, or until the animal is released to return to the
owner’s premise.
Any livestock infected with scabies, mange, active lesions or ringworm, sore mouth, or multiple warts which are
easily visible without close examination shall not be permitted to exhibit and are subject to quarantine or removal
from the fairgrounds.
Sheep and goats with caseous lymphadenitis as evidenced by draining abscesses shall not be exhibited and are
subject to immediate quarantine or removal from the fairgrounds.
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9. Illinois Department of Agriculture personnel or designee may collect blood, tissue, milk or urine samples form
any animal being exhibited and/or raced at any Illinois fair to test for the presence of illegal drugs or banned
substances. New examination techniques, such as ultrasound, may also be used at anytime while the animals are on
the grounds of any Illinois fair or exhibit.
The Illinois Department of Agriculture or designee may collect urine, blood, tissue or other test samples from
exhibition animals at the time of slaughter.
10. All exhibitors of animals at any Illinois fair or exhibition shall comply with the provisions of the Illinois
Humane Care for animals Act. If violations are observed, the animal(s) will be excused from exhibition and ordered
removed from the grounds with all awards being forfeited.
Any practice or deviation from normal, accepted care, including physical, medical or mechanical application,
shall constitute a violation of show rules and may result in the animal(s) disqualification and removal from the
fairgrounds.
11. Any Illinois cattle, bison, cervidae or goats being exhibited in non-accredited free states must be isolated from
the remainder of the herd/flock upon return to Illinois and retested for tuberculosis 60-120 days post-entry.
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BEEF
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 LIVESTOCK GENERAL EXHIBITION REQUIREMENTS PAGE 3,4,5,6
Superintendent: Roger Zwilling
Show Time: Wednesday, July 7, Market Beef 8:00 a.m.; Breed Classes - 9:00 a.m.
Premium Paid: Bucket Calf & other calf classes – A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Beef Cow, Heifer, Steer, – A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*Bite Into Beef, *Here’s the Beef, *Leading The Charge
All market animals must be weighed and tattooed by February 7 to be eligible to show, whether selling in
auction or not.
1.
All animals must have been born during the following dates to meet age requirements:
Cows - Before June 30, 2008
Sr. Yearlings - July 1 - December 31, 2008
Jr. Yearlings - January 1 - June 30, 2009
Sr. Calf - July 1 - December 31, 2009
Jr. Calf - After January 1, 2010 (either bull or heifer in purebred class)
Steer and Market Heifers - After January 1, 2009
2.
Market beef will be weighed in on Monday morning, July 5, and divided into four weight classes.
3.
Beef cows, heifers, and calves shown in the purebred class must be purebred and registered.
4.
All market beef may be mouthed to determine if they are of correct classification. Regardless of age, no steer
will have permanent teeth up.
5.
In case a heifer is shown in the market class, she may not be shown in the breeding class and vice-versa.
6.
4-H Beef Showmanship class will be held immediately after 4-H Market class and before Open/Junior market
show.
7.
4-H’ers must be 10 years old as of September 1, 2009 to show in beef/dairy classes (except the bucket calf
project).
8.
A member exhibiting a Bucket Calf (and is only 8 or 9 years old) may ALSO show a Jr. Yearling Heifer Calf
or a Jr. Heifer Calf in Beef or Dairy show. Calf will NOT sell at auction. Beef and Dairy bucket calves will
show together in same class.
CLASSES:
Purebred Beef
Grade Beef
Cow
Cow
Sr. yearling Heifer
Sr. Yearling Heifer
Jr. Yearling Heifer
Jr. Yearling Heifer
Sr. Heifer Calf
Sr. Heifer Calf
Jr. Heifer or Bull Calf
Jr. Heifer Calf
Market Beef - Steer or Market Heifer
Jr. Showmanship
Sr. Showmanship
Bucket Calf
13 and under (age as of 9/1/09)
14 and over (age as of 9/1/09)
Superintendent: Amber Scherer
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Bucket calf is NOT to be shown in ANY other class.
Bucket Calf: Calf should be at least 60 days old, but not born before January 1 of current year, and
should have been selected within two weeks of birth. Requirements include a report written on page 10 of
project book, to be shown with calf. Conference judging will be used, with the ranking based on the report,
interview, showmanship (how the animal has been prepared for show), and the animal itself (based on
grooming and general appearance, not beef quality). Bucket Calf is NOT to be shown in any class except
bucket calf, (including beef showmanship). Member may show only one bucket calf, either Dairy or Beef –
please note on entry sheet which you will be showing. Beef and Dairy Bucket Calves will show together in
same class. Bucket calf project is divided into 2 age divisions of exhibitor: 8-11 and 12 and up. (See dairy
section for classes.)
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DAIRY
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 LIVESTOCK GENERAL EXHIBITION REQUIREMENTS PAGE 3,4,5,6
Superintendent: Dan Kuenstler
Show Time: Tuesday, July 6, 9:00 a.m.
Premium Paid: Cow & Heifer: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Calf Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*Cowabunga!, *Moooving Ahead, *Rising to the Top
1. Dairy classes (except for bucket calf) are limited to female animals. Purebred animals must be registered.
2. Animals must have been born during the following dates to meet age requirements:
Cows - before June 30, 2008
Sr. Yearlings - July 1 - December 31, 2008
Jr. Yearlings - January 1 - June 30, 2009
Sr. Calf - July 1 - December 31, 2009
Jr. Calf - After January 1, 2010
Market Steer – After January 1, 2009
3. In the Grade Class, animals may be crossbred, unregistered purebred, or mixed.
CLASSES:
Bucket Calf
Dairy (Born after Jan. 1, 2010 - will be shown in same class as Beef Bucket Calf – see page 7)
Purebred Dairy
Sr. Heifer Calf
Jr. Heifer Calf
Bucket Calf
Grade Dairy
Sr. Heifer Calf
Jr. Heifer Calf
Bucket Calf)
Market Dairy - Dairy Steer
Jr. Showmanship
Sr. Showmanship
13 and under (age as of 9/1/09)
14 and over (age as of 9/1/09)
2010 County Fair Livestock Exhibition Health Requirements for Beef & Dairy
Identification
Individual identification of each animal shall be either a fully healed and legible tattoo, official metal ear tag,
registration number, or individual brands, if brand is recorded on the registration certificate or for breeds where
pictures are acceptable), individual brands, if brand is recorded on the registration certificate..
Illinois Cattle
Brucellosis
Illinois is a Bovine Brucellosis Class-Free State. Brucellosis testing is not required for Illinois cattle.
Tuberculosis
Illinois is an Accredited tuberculosis-Free State. Tuberculin testing is not required for Illinois cattle.
Please note: Illinois calves under 6 months of age, and Illinois steers are not required to have a Certificate of
Veterinary Inspection.
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GOATS
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 LIVESTOCK EXHIBITION GENERAL REQUIRMENTS PAGE 3,4,5,6
Superintendent: Marla Royse
Show Time: Monday, July 5, 3:00 p.m.
Premium Paid: All Classes: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*Getting Your Goat, *Stepping Out, *Showing The Way
CLASSES:
Milking Goats
Kid under 5 months
Kid over 5 months and under 1 year
Yearling not in milk
Milking Doe
*Just Browsing
Novelty Goats
Kid under 6 months (female or male)
Kid over 6 months & under 1 year (female or wether)
Yearling Female
Female over 2 years
*Growing With Meat Goats
* Meating the Future
Meat Goats
Kid under 6 months (buck, wether or doe)
Kid 6 months to 1 yr (wether or doe)
Yearling female
Over 2 years – female
Jr. Showmanship:
13 and under (as of 9/1/09)
Sr. Showmanship: 14 and over (as of 9/1/09)
PLEASE NOTE:
Goats are now required to have a certificate of Veterinary Inspection and tag.
2010 County Fair Livestock Exhibition Health Requirements for goats
Identification
Individual identification of each animal shall be by an ear tattoo or official metal or plastic tag. A microchip ID
is acceptable if the owner provides the reader.
Ear tattoos may be used when a registration certificate, listing the tattoo number, accompanies the animal.
When using ear tags, the tag must indicate the premises ID and state of origin. The tag number must be assigned
by a state or APHIS representative and recorded in the Scrapie Record Database.
Ears should be used for tattooing when possible. If there is no space in the ear, the flank or tail fold may be
used.
Illinois Goats
1. Goats originating from a herd that has previously been classified as either an infected or source herd can be
exhibited in Illinois upon the completion of an approved herd plan.
2. For any animal born after 1/1/2002, the CVI must include the flock of birth and the flock of origin, if
different.
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POULTRY
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 LIVESTOCK EXHIBITION GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PAGE 3,4,5,6,
Superintendent: Sharon Moore
Show Time: Tuesday, July 6, 8:30 a.m.
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
CHICKENS
*Scratching The Surface
*Testing Your Wings
*Flocking Together
1. Pens will be furnished for all poultry exhibits.
2. Each exhibitor will be limited to a maximum of 5 chickens (4-H Show)
3. A pen of chickens will be one cockerel and two pullets born after January 1, 2010
4. A meat pen will consist of two 7-10 week old chickens (2 pullets OR 2 cockerels OR 1 pullet & 1 cockerel)
5. ONE bird from any class may be sold in auction.
6. Exhibits must remain in place until after the auction.
7. All animals must have been shown in the 2010 4-H show only and must have been regular 4-H project during
current 4-H year.
CLASSES: Pen of Chickens – born after January 1, 2010
Chickens – Pullet – must be hatched after Jan.1, 2010
Chickens – Cockerel – must be hatched after Jan.1, 2010
Meat Class – Must be 7 to 10 weeks old
Egg Production - 1 dozen eggs: brown, white or colored (place on display in community building
on Monday morning, July 5, but judged at Poultry Show)
OTHER DOMESTIC FOWL
DUCKS, GUINEAS, GEESE, TURKEYS
1. Pens will be furnished for all poultry exhibits.
2. Each exhibitor will be limited to a maximum of 4 birds (4-H Show)
3. ONE bird from any class may be sold in auction.
4. Exhibits must remain in place until after the auction.
5. All fowl must have been regular 4-H project during current 4-H year.
CLASSES:
Male hatched after January 1, 2010
Female hatched after January 1, 2010
Male hatched before December 31, 2009, but not over 2 years old
Female hatched before December 31, 2009, but not over 2 years old
2010 County Fair Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements for poultry
1.
2.
3.
4.
All entries (except waterfowl, i.e. domesticated fowl that normally swim, such as ducks and geese) in a
show or exhibition shall have originated form a U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid Clean or equivalent hatchery or
flock OR have a negative pullorum-typhoid test within 90 days prior to exhibition. Exhibitor shall show
proper information as to name and address of owner or exhibitor, name and address of the authorized
testing agent, date of the testing and the number, breed, and species of those tested.
Prior to being used to transport poultry to a show, all crates, boxes, containers and vehicles shall be
thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
Any poultry vaccinations must be performed at least 4 weeks prior to delivery to the show.
Upon admission to a show, all entries shall be examined by the official county fair veterinarian or qualified
state personnel who shall also receive and examine all certificates necessary for admission of birds to a
show. Birds not in show condition will be excused from exhibition and removed from the premises. Any
fowl showing signs of illness during the fair will be removed from the exhibition grounds.
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RABBITS
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 EXIBITION LIVESTOCK GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PAGE 3,4,5,6
Superintendent – Jane Graves
Show Time: Wednesday, July 7, 9:00 a.m.
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*What’s Hoppening? *Making Tracks *All Ears!
1. Cages will be furnished up to a maximum of 15 cages per exhibitor (4-H & Jr. show) to be used for rabbits
only. No feed and equipment to be stored in cages. One rabbit per cage except meat pen which must have two.
2. No dirty, unkempt and/or sick animals may be entered.
3. Each exhibitor will be limited to a total of four (4) rabbits in 4-H show: 1 doe, 1 buck, 1 meat pen consisting of
2 rabbits.
4. Any one of 4 rabbits shown only in 2010 4-H show may be sold in auction.
5. All animals must have been shown in the 2010 4-H show only and must have been regular 4-H project during
this year.
6. Exhibits must remain in place until after the auction.
Fancy Rabbits - Dutch, Polish, English Spot, Lops, Himalayan and Netherland Dwarf breeds
Single buck
Single doe
Fur/Wool (May not be same as above)
Commercial Rabbits - New Zealand, California, Chinchilla, Satins, Silver Martin, French Silver,
"Champaigne d'Argent" breeds
Single buck
Single doe
Meat/market pen (two animals, any sex, but may not be same as above; (age - under 10 weeks)
Mixed Rabbit Breeds
Single buck
Single doe
Meat/market pen (two animals, any sex, but may not be same as above; (age - under 10 weeks)
All other Large Breeds
Single buck
Single doe
Meat/market pen (two animals, any sex, but may not be same as above; (age - under 10 weeks)
2010 County Fair Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements for rabbits
Illinois Rabbits
There are no requirements governing the movement of rabbits within Illinois.
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SHEEP
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 EXHIBITION LIVESTOCK GENRAL REQUIRMENTS PAGE 3,4,5,6
Superintendent: Brent Pitts
Show Time: Wednesday, July 7, 1:00 p.m.
Sheep will be weighed in between 8-9 a.m. Monday, July 5
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
* Rams, Lambs & You *Shear Delight *Leading The Flock
1. All lambs must be docked.
2. Animals must have been born during the following dates to meet age requirements:
Aged Ewe - Before Sept. 1, 2008
Yearling Ewe - Sept. 1, 2008 - Aug. 30, 2009
Ewe Lamb - After Sept. 1, 2009
Ram Lamb - After Sept. 1, 2009
3. All lambs shown in the market classes will not be eligible to exhibit in the breeding classes and
vice-versa.
Purebred Sheep
Grade Sheep
Aged Ewe
Aged Ewe
Yearling Ewe
Yearling Ewe
Ewe Lamb
Ewe Lamb
Ram Lamb
Market Sheep
Single Market Lamb
Jr. Showmanship
PLEASE NOTE:
13 and under (as of 9/1/09)
Sr. Showmanship
14 and over (as of 9/1/09)
Sheep are now required to have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection and tag.
2010 County Fair Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements for sheep
Identification
Individual identification of each animal shall be by an ear tattoo or official metal or plastic tag. A microchip ID
is acceptable if the owner provides the reader.
Ear tattoos may be used when a registration certificate, listing the tattoo number, accompanies the animal.
When using ear tags, the tag must indicate the premises ID and state of origin. The tag number must be assigned
by a state or APHIS representative and recorded in the Scrapie Record Database.
Market Lambs
All wethers must be slick shorn (show ring ready) before weigh-in so that show lamb fungus can be identified.
Illinois Sheep
1. Sheep originating from a flock that has previously been classified as either an infected or source flock can
be exhibited in Illinois upon the completion of an approved flock plan.
2. For any animal born after 1/1/2002, the CVI must include the flock of birth and the flock or origin, if
different.
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SWINE
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 EXHIBITION LIVESTOCK GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PAGE 3,4 5, 6
Superintendents: Tony Steber, Ryan Weesner
Show Time: Tuesday, July 6, 8:00 a.m.
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*The Incredible Pig
*Putting the Oink in Pig
*Going Whole Hog
1. Breed classes may be provided for classes of animals where five or more entries are shown. All breeds having
less than five entries each may show together in one class.
2. All market animals will be weighed on Monday morning July 5 and divided into the following weight
categories:
Light Weight Market Under 220 - Not eligible to sell at auction
Market Hogs - 220 to 280 lbs. - Will be divided into weight groups
Heavy Weight Hogs - All over 280 lbs.
3. All animals in the swine division must have been farrowed after December 15, 2009.
4. The same gilt shall not be shown in both the market and breeding classes.
5. All pigs, except market hogs, must be ear notched with litter number.
6. Hurdles (panels) are optional in all classes except boar class where they are mandatory.
Purebred Swine
Boar
Gilt
Crossbreed Grade and
Hybrid Swine
Gilt
Jr. Showmanship 13 and under (as of 9/1/09)
Sr. Showmanship
Market Swine
Single Market Hog
14 and over (as of 9/1/09)
2010 County Fair Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements for swine
Illinois Swine
Identification
1. Swine shall be identified by an official ear tag, tattoo or recognized breed ear notch.
2. Ear notch identification is acceptable for barrows, crossbred gilts and breeding swine. (Note: Ear notch
identification of crossbred swine does not satisfy USDA identification requirements for brucellosis and
pseudorabies testing.)
Brucellosis
Brucellosis testing is not required for Illinois Swine.
Pseudorabies
All exhibition swine are required to be tested for pseudorabies as described below.
1. Swine of all ages shall be negative to an official test for pseudorabies conducted within 90 days prior to
exhibition; or swine shall originate immediately and directly from a qualified pseudorabies negative herd.
2. Barrows and females in market classes must meet the same requirements as breeding swine.
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EQUINE SHOW (HORSE, PONY, MULE)
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW 2010 LIVESTOCK EXHIBITION GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PAGE 3,4,5,6
ALL MOUNTED RIDERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A HELMET
Western wear with long sleeved shirt is recommended for the show.
Superintendent: Linda Wade
Show Time & Place: Sunday, July 4, 10:00 a.m., in conjunction with the Junior and Western Horse Show at the
Olney city park fairgrounds.
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*Giddy Up & Go, *Head, Heart & Hooves, *Stable Relationships, *Riding the Range, * Jumping to New Heights
Ownership or lease papers must be in the local Extension office by April 1. Papers must include two pictures, one
taken of left side and one taken of right side of horse/pony/mule to be exhibited. A horse/pony/mule to be shown by
4-H’er must be in his/her own name or leased in his/her own name, even if the animal is family owned. Forms are
available in the Extension office or online at www.extension.uiuc.edu/lawrencerichland, click on Richland Co. 4-H
icon, under 4-H resources click on General to find forms. An Agreement to Accept Risk and Assume Liability form
must also be signed and returned to Extension office by April 1, 2010. This form is also on web site above.
All horses must have a negative Coggins test conducted within one year of show date, paper to be turned in to
the Extension office no later than July 1, 2010. Papers will be checked by veterinarian.
CLASSES:
Halter
Showmanship
Walk, trot
Trail class
Catalog Race
Barrel Race
Open to all ages
Level I & II
Level I & II
Level I & II
Level I & II
Level I & II
Two experience levels in classes as noted: Level I and Level II
Level I: (Senior) 14 years of age and older as of January 1, 2010
Level II: (Junior) 13 years of age and under as of January 1, 2010
2010 County Fair Livestock Exhibition Health Requirements for horses, ponies, mules and
other equidae
Illinois Equine
1. All horses and other equidae, twelve (12) months of age and older attending an advertised equine event, shall be
accompanied by a negative test for equine infectious anemia (EIA) conducted within the last twelve (12)
months. A copy of this test shall accompany the animal.
2. AGID (Coggins) or ELISA tests are accepted.
3. An advertised equine event means a show, rodeo, sale, auction, exhibition, trail ride or horse fair that is
posted or media promoted.
4. A CVI is not required for Illinois equine.
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GENERAL PROJECTS
GENERAL PROJECTS WILL BE EXHIBITED AT THE COMMUNITY BUILDING
IN THE OLNEY CITY PARK, ROUTE 130 NORTH, JULY 5, 2010
Superintendent - Terry Fleming
Committee - Karen Dehlinger, Ann Ochs
RATINGS OF THOSE WHO DO NOT FOLLOW DIRECTIONS WILL BE LOWERED
1.
All articles must have been made after September 1, 2009.
2.
Entry Blanks - Each member will be furnished one entry blank on which he or she will make
entries for the 4-H Show. These entries must be in the County Extension Office on or before
June 4, 2010, 4:30 p.m. All entries must be signed by the leader and the member. Failure to
submit an entry blank by the above date may result in forfeiture of the right to show. The entry
blank is on the last page of this booklet. A completed example is on page 51.
3.
The Community Building in the Olney City Park will be open after 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July
5. Exhibits may be placed any time after 8:00 a.m. but no later than 9:30 a.m. Judging
begins at 10:00 a.m.
4.
Each exhibit must have a 3" x 5" card attached, including: member's name, age (as of 9-1-09),
project name, number of years in project, name of club and, if a Visual Arts project, class
name and whether it is original or non-original.
5.
All general exhibits, except Clothing and Food & Nutrition projects, Dogs, Cats, Public
Presentations, and Bicycles will be conference judged on Monday, July 5. See judging
schedule on inside front cover for times on livestock and other shows, and page 43 for
Home Ec show requirements.
6.
All 4-H exhibitors are asked to please dress appropriately for judging times. Keep in mind that
you are representing 4-H as well as yourself. See page #1 for additional details.
7.
SPECIAL NOTE: A 4-H member who cannot be present for conference judging may still exhibit their
project through a parent, leader, or another 4-H member. However, the exhibit MUST be accompanied by
a brief written report prepared by the member. The report should state how the exhibit was made, what
was learned and experienced, cost of materials, challenges, difficulties, successes, who may have helped
you, etc.
8.
Judging will be in the Community Building, beginning at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 5. The
building will be closed during the judging of the general projects, except for the judges, helpers,
and members who are scheduled at a designated time for a conference with a judge. A schedule
of conference times will be published in the 4-H Newsletter before the Fair. You are asked to
wait outside the building by the north doors until your name is called to talk with the judge. We
ask that no extra 4-H'ers, parents, or friends be allowed in the building during conference time.
This will be the 4-H'ers opportunity to talk with the judge and learn more about his/her project.
Judges will be given the option of telling the 4-H'er his/her grade (A, B, C) or the judge may elect
to wait until s/he has completed judging a particular class.
9.
The Community Building will be open to the public at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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10.
All 4-H exhibits must be removed from the Community Building between 4:00 and 5:30 p.m.,
Friday, July 9.
11.
Projects eligible for State Fair are indicated by *(e.g.* Photography I, Focus on Photography)
12.
Members must be 10 years of age by September 1, 2009 to be eligible to exhibit at State Fair.
13.
Members are allowed to exhibit only one project (excluding livestock) at Illinois State Fair. The
same product or speech that is selected at the county level must be the one exhibited at the State
Fair. The exceptions include exhibits in the areas of Food & Nutrition (must be the same recipe),
and Horticulture projects with fresh produce. Modifications can be made to the original county
exhibit to: 1) meet State Fair class requirements, or 2) incorporate suggested improvements made
by the local judge. There are no limitations as to the number of years a member may go to the
State Fair in any given project.
14.
CLOVER CHALLENGE exhibit classes are available in some of the General projects. These
classes are ONLY for 15-18 year olds who are enrolled in Clover Challenge projects in a
specific project area. Clover Challenge projects are to be “above and beyond” what the 4-H
project books cover. Exhibit a display illustrating the Clover Challenge area that you explored.
This could include anything NOT covered in the project book, including but not limited to
career
exploration or an in-depth study of a specific topic in that project’s subject matter. The
completed
Illinois 4-H Clover Challenge Agreement must be presented with the exhibit.
Contact
Extension office for the correct form or go to
www.extension.uiuc.edu/lawrencerichland, Richland
4-H, resources, general for a copy.
15.
Only one premium check per child is written for all projects. Premium checks will be mailed
out at a later date after all funding has been designated.
16.
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Cloverbud groups are invited to display items from their meetings of the 2009-10 4-H year
the Richland County Fair, July 2-10. Group table displays may be set up in the Community
Building in the Olney City Park beginning Friday, July 2, 4:30 p.m. Signs with the group
name should be prominently displayed with the exhibit. The Cloverbud program is noncompetitive and, therefore, members are not eligible to receive premiums; however,
participation ribbons are presented to members at the annual Achievement Night
ceremonies in November. Group leaders must call the Extension office (618-395-2191) by
July 1, 2010 to reserve tables in the Community Building for a display.
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CATS
CATS: Superintendent – Thea Ginder
Show Time: Tuesday, June 29, 1:30 p.m.
*CAT - PURRR-FECT PALS
*CAT - CLIMBING UP
*CAT – LEAPING FORWARD
Premium Paid for Cat & Book: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
All cat projects, both animals and displays, will be judged at the Extension Office, 306 S. Fair St., Olney, on
Tuesday, June 29, beginning at 1:30 p.m. Cat should be at least 6 months old. For those bringing a cat, you
need to bring with you to the show:
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Small container of water
Small litter pan
Towel for bottom of cage
Proof of current vaccination for rabies and distemper
3x5 card with your name, age, club name, project name, years in cat project, name of cat and age of cat to attach
to cage.
Project manual with seven activities completed and dated after 9-1-2009.
Display cages will be available or you may bring your own cage. The animal must be kept under control at all times
and not be allowed to run loose. All animals must be exhibited by the owner unless permission is granted by the
Extension staff or the show superintendent. In case of time conflict or other reason as granted by staff or
superintendent, 4-H’er may have another Richland County 4-H member show the cat for exhibitor.
IF YOU EXHIBIT YOUR CAT, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ALSO EXHIBIT YOUR CAT PROJECT
MANUAL WITH (7) CAT ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES AND PLANNING GUIDE (Goals
and Highlights) COMPLETED AFTER 9-1-2009. Dates must be filled in. Manual will be checked at Cat Show.
CAT – DOMESTIC
Member will exhibit cat and will be prepared to answer questions about the cat and his/her care. The animal
must be clean and healthy.
CAT - PUREBRED
Member will exhibit cat and will be prepared to answer questions about the cat and his/her care. The animal
must be clean and healthy.
PROJECT MANUAL
If you do not exhibit a cat, you may exhibit your project manual with the following guidelines: Complete
and exhibit (7) cat achievement program activities and planning guide (Goals and Highlights) in your 4-H manual
which were completed after 9-1-2009. Dates must be filled in. To be judged following cat show June 29.
*Display
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
If you wish to be considered for State Fair: prepare a display related to an activity completed in the project
manual. Be prepared to discuss the activity and any results. Live animals are NOT permitted as exhibits in
this area. For safety reasons, exhibits should NOT include syringes with needles. Displays are to be
exhibited during General show on Monday, July 5, 2010, in the Community building in the Olney
City Park and will be conference judged there with other Animal Science projects.
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DOGS
Superintendent: Sharon Moore
Show Time: Thursday, July 8, 8:30 a.m.
*DOG - WIGGLES 'N WAGS
*A0470 DISPLAY
*DOG – CANINE CONNECTION
*DOG – LEADING THE PACK
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*DOGS
Dog shown must be trained by and belong to the exhibitor or to a member of the immediate family by June
1, 2010. Dog must be on a leash. Show day will be Thursday, July 8, at St. Joseph Church north parking
lot, Chestnut & Elliott Street, at 8:30 a.m. ALL DOGS MUST HAVE PROOF OF RABIES SHOT. A
female dog in season may not compete. A dog ownership or lease paper (forms to be sent to all enrolled in
dog project) with pictures of both right and left side of dog must be in Extension office by
June 1, 2010. All animals must be exhibited by the owner unless permission is granted by the Extension
staff or the show superintendent. In case of time conflict or other reason as granted by staff or
superintendent, 4-H’er may have another Richland County 4-H member show the dog for exhibitor.
Class you should exhibit in are determined by the following:
Beginner I: new dog, new handler
Beginner II: 2nd year in project OR new dog with experienced handler, OR experienced dog with new handler
Graduate Beginner: experienced dog with experienced handler
Novice: experienced dog with experienced handler (3rd or 4th yr for dog or handler)
A dog cannot be shown in above classes for more than one year.
Advanced Novice: experienced dog with experienced handler (4th or 5th yr. for dog or handler; may show 2 yrs)
Pre-Open: 5th yr and up; may show 2 years in this class
Pre-Utility: 7th yr and up; may show 2 years in this class
NOTE: IF YOU EXHIBIT YOUR DOG, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ALSO EXHIBIT YOUR DOG
PROJECT MANUAL WITH THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES: COMPLETE SEVEN (7)
DOG ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES AND PLANNING GUIDE IN YOUR
4-H MANUAL WHICH WERE COMPLETED AFTER 9-1-2009. Dates must be filled in.
Manual will be checked at Dog Show on July 8.
*OBEDIENCE
To qualify for State Fair, all dogs must have a qualifying score of 170 points. The specific class the dog
will be shown in will be determined by the Dog Show Superintendent. For more details, contact the County
Extension Office. State Fair Dog Show will be on Sunday, August 29, 2010.
*INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED DOG OBEDIENCE
See above
*DOG CARE/SHOWMANSHIP
1. A dog that is not under the control of the exhibitor, or shows viciousness toward its handler, judge, or
other dogs will be excused from further competition.
2. Exhibitors will be judged on handling skill, knowledge of breed standards of their dog, dog show
terminology, and elementary dog anatomy. The judge has the right to question exhibitors in one or all
of these areas.
3. Dogs will be judged on cleanliness, general health and grooming.
4. Purebred and non-purebred dogs are eligible for this class. The breed of dog has no bearing on judging
or placement.
Classes: (Only youth 10 and older are State Fair eligible.)
Junior class -- for handlers ages 8-13 years (as of September 1, 2009)
Senior class -- for handlers ages 14 and older (as of September 1, 2009)
Dogs will be released immediately after the completion of the judging.
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PROJECT MANUAL
If you do not exhibit a dog, you may exhibit your dog project manual with the following guidelines:
Complete and exhibit (7) dog achievement program activities and planning guide in your manual
which were completed after 9-1-2009. Dates must be filled in. To be judged following Dog Show
July 8th.
*Display
If you wish to be considered for State Fair without taking your dog: prepare a display related to an activity
completed in the project manual. Be prepared to discuss the activity and any results. Live animals are NOT
permitted as exhibits in this area. For safety reasons, exhibits should NOT include syringes with needles.
Displays are to be exhibited during General show on Monday, July 5, 2010, in the Community
building in the Olney City Park and will be conference judged there with other Animal
Science projects.
ANIMAL / VETERINARY SCIENCE
Exhibits in this area are limited to a space of 2’ wide and 15” deep. All items in the display should be affixed to the
display board – no additional items should be included.
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*ANIMAL SCIENCE - Prepare a display related to an activity completed in the project. Live animals are not
permitted as exhibits in this area. For safety reasons, exhibits should not include glass, syringes with needles or any
other sharp objects. Exhibits may include activities from Veterinary Science projects OR from any other Animal
Science project area, including studies of animal physiology and/or animal behavior.
The animal science project guidelines are for those enrolled in any of the listed projects and not exhibiting
an animal. Conference judging will take place on Monday, July 5, at the Community Building. Follow general
directions on page 15 & 16.
*BITE INTO BEEF, *HERE’S THE BEEF *LEADING THE CHARGE
*COWABUNGA!, *MOOOVING AHEAD. *RISING TO THE TOP
*GETTING YOUR GOAT, *STEPPING OUT, *SHOWING THE WAY
*JUST BROWSING, * GET GROWING WITH MEAT GOATS, * MEATING THE FUTURE
*GIDDY UP & GO, *HEAD, HEART & HOOVES, *STABLE RELATIONSHIPS, * RIDING THE
RANGE, * JUMPING TO NEW HEIGHTS
*SCRATCHING THE SURFACE, *TESTING YOUR WINGS, *FLOCKING TOGETHER
*WHAT’S HOPPENING? , *MAKING TRACKS, *ALL EARS!
*LAMBS, RAMS, AND YOU, *SHEAR DELIGHT, *LEADING THE FLOCK
*PET PALS, *SCURRYING AHEAD, *SCALING THE HEIGHTS
*THE INCREDIBLE PIG, *PUTTING THE OINK IN PIG, *GOING WHOLE HOG
VETERINARY SCIENCE: *THE NORMAL ANIMAL, *ANIMAL DISEASE, *ANIMAL HEALTH &
OUR WORLD
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COMMUNICATIONS
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00. C+$X factor minus $1.50
*COMMUNICATIONS I – Use of page protectors is recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not Touch.”
For 1st year enrolled in project - Exhibit a binder portfolio showcasing at least three activities from the project
manual. Show basic activities and anything that extended lessons. For 2nd and 3rd years in project: Include everything
from earlier years’ work and add section showcasing at least four additional activities per year.
*COMMUNICATIONS II – Use of page protectors is recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not
Touch.” For 1st year enrolled in project - Exhibit a binder portfolio showcasing at least three activities from the
project manual. Show basic activities and anything that extended lessons. For 2 nd and 3rd years in project: Include
everything from earlier years’ work and add section showcasing at least four additional activities per year.
*COMMUNICATIONS III -- Use of page protectors is recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not
Touch.” For 1st year enrolled in project - Exhibit a binder portfolio showcasing at least three activities from the
project manual. Show basic activities and anything that extended lessons. For 2nd and 3rd years in project: Include
everything from earlier years’ work and add section showcasing at least four additional activities per year.
* Journalism
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Use of page protectors is recommended for all binder exhibits. Binder exhibits will not be labeled “Do
Not Touch”.
Exhibit a binder portfolio showing the results of the appropriate year’s activities noted below:
Year 1: Accomplishments of a minimum of 5, 2-star activities from Part 1, answering all of the questions in the
activities.
Year 2: Results of doing a minimum of 5, 2-star activities in Part 2, answering all the questions in the activities.
Year 3: Results of doing a minimum of 5, 3-star activities from Parts 1 and 2. One of the activities must include
writing an advance story, a follow-up story, or a feature story.
Year 4: Results of doing at least 2, 2-star activities and 3, 3-star activities from Parts 1 and 2. If the activities include
making an audio or videotape, there will be no equipment provided for a judge to view or listen to it at the
Richland Co. Fair. (State Fair will provide a way for the judge to view or listen to it. Advance notice must be made
to the State 4-H Office for equipment.)
CONSUMER EDUCATION
All displays should fit into an area no larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep. Posters should be no larger than 22” x 30”.
Displays could include a poster, binder/folder, or display board.
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*FINANCIAL CHAMPIONS 1 – 2
Exhibit any product or display made to illustrate a completed activity from Book 1 (Money FUNdamentals)
or Book 2 (Money Moves) of Financial Champions. Activity should relate to the member’s age and experience.
Photocopies of the completed activities from the book (or the actual book) should be included in the display.
*CONSUMER SAVVY I – The Consumer in Me – Exhibit a display based on a purchase made this year.
Incorporate at least two activities form the project manual that illustrate that your purchase was well planned and
researched.
*CONSUMER SAVVY II – Consumer Wise – Exhibit a display illustrating use of the six-step decision-making
process in making a wise purchase. Incorporate at least two other learning activities from the project manual
used to help you make a wise decision.
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*CONSUMER SAVVY III – Consumer Roadmap – Exhibit a display based on what you learned from at least one
activity from the project manual.
*BE THE E! – Exhibit a binder portfolio or display that includes the results of at least two completed activities from
each year exhibitor has been enrolled in the project. Completed activities from previous years should be included.
Use of page protectors is recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not Touch.”
PHOTOGRAPHY
ALL PHOTOS IN EXHIBIT MUST HAVE BEEN TAKEN BY THE EXHIBITOR AFTER
SEPTEMBER 1, 2009.
Exhibitors in all classes should be prepared to discuss what camera and settings were used for the exhibit
photographs with the judge. Photo/Model releases from individuals pictured in the exhibitor’s photographs
are required unless the photograph is of a group in a public place where identification would not be an issue.
The release can be obtained at http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/state4h/members/fairsandexhibits.cfm.
*PHOTOGRAPHY I, FOCUS ON PHOTOGRAPHY
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibit one of the two options listed below:
Exhibit five to seven photos that tell a story. The story must have a beginning, middle, and end. Exhibit
will be judged on how well the pictures tell a story and use of composition techniques. Photos must be mounted on
one poster board, no larger than 22”x30”. Digital photos may be used; cropping and red eye removal are the ONLY
acceptable alterations.
OR
Exhibit two photos: One photo with an unclear focal point and a second photo highlighting an area of the
first photo in which you have eliminated clutter and framed a photo with a clear focal point.(See pages 42-43 in
project book.) Both photos must be mounted on one poster board or mount board no larger than 11”x14”. Digital
photos may be used; cropping and red eye removal are the ONLY acceptable alterations.
*PHOTOGRAPHY II, CONTROLLING THE IMAGE
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Exhibit one of the two options listed below:
Exhibit photos of action scenes. (See pages 54-55 & 58-59 in project book.) Exhibit one 8”x10” or two
5”x7” photos. Photos must be mounted on one mount board or poster or framed in one frame no larger than 11” x
14” (inside frame measurement.) Hinged frames are not acceptable. Digital photos may be used; cropping and red
eye removal is the ONLY acceptable alterations.
OR
Create a collection of 5 to 7 candid photos taken at one event. Photos must be mounted on poster board, no
larger than 22”x30”. Digital photos may be used; cropping and red eye removal are the ONLY acceptable
alterations.
*PHOTOGRAPHY III, MASTERING PHOTOGRAPHY
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Exhibit one of the two options listed below:
Exhibit photos with reflections as subjects (see page 30 of manual), using one 8”x10” or two 5”x7” photos.
Photos must be mounted on one mount board or poster or framed in one frame. Poster board, mount board or frame
must be no larger than 11”x14” (inside frame measurement). Digital photos may be used; cropping and red eye
removal are the ONLY acceptable alterations.
OR
Exhibit one 8” x 10” or one 5” x 7” still-life photo that demonstrates good composition, including color,
form, texture, lighting and depth or field. Photo must be mounted on one mount board or poster or framed in one
frame. Poster board, mount board or frame must be no larger than 11”x14” (inside frame measurement). Digital
photos may be used; cropping and red eye removal are the ONLY acceptable alterations.
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*PHOTO EDITING
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Exhibit one 8” x 10” photo or two 5” x 7” photos that have been altered using digital photo-editing
techniques (beyond cropping and red-eye reduction). Include a print of the original photo(s), taped to the back of the
photo frame. Photos must be mounted on one mount board or one poster board or framed in ONE frame. (Hinged
frames are not acceptable.) Exhibit must be no larger than 11” x 14” (inside frame measurement).
This class is open to youth enrolled in any of the three photography project levels.
VIDEO
Enrollment in the Video project is required to exhibit in this sub-section.
Requirements that apply to ALL video classes:
All video submissions must be on DVD and should be no longer than five (5) minutes in length (unless noted
differently in class description.). Videos are to be original and a result of the member’s current year’s work. Criteria
for judging shall include: (1) Evidence of story line; (2) Use of camera angles; (3) Use of zooming techniques; and
(4) Smoothness of scene changes. Image and sound quality will be considered in relation to equipment available to
and used by exhibitor. Videos should comply with copyright regulations and display an image that is appropriate for
4-H audiences. No time or date should be imprinted on the video footage. All videos should include an opening title
screen, as well as closing credits which include date of production, name of video exhibitor and research sources if
appropriate.
50235
Introduction to Filmmaking –Prepare a display exhibit or electronic slide show (i.e. PowerPoint or some
similar program) that illustrates how to use your video camera.
50236
Promotional Video – Prepare a short video (30 seconds to 1 minute in length) that promotes an event or
advertises a specific project/product. The video should demonstrate skills in making and editing video.
50237
Animated Film - Video in this class should represent creative animation of original artwork created by the
exhibitor. Media might include: claymation, images created with graphics software or hand-drawn images.
50238
Documentary - Video in this class should represent a research-based investigation into a topic of choice.
Video credits should list research sources and may include paper or electronically published materials, as
well as, interviews with experts or constituents related to the topic of investigation.
SCRAPBOOKING
SCRAPBOOKING, INDIVIDUAL (County project only)
Create a scrapbook album at least 8 1/2” x 11” in size with at least 6 pages (a page equals one side of
paper), in a 2-page layout style. Each 2-page layout should have pictures on both pages facing each other and
pertain to the same subject, with a title and journaling (may be hand-written or typed). Accessories may be used such
as ribbons, buttons, stickers, die cuts, etc.
BEGINNER LEVEL (Grade 3 – 5)
Label and date each photo, being sure to title each 2-page layout and include journaling.
INTERMEDIATE (Grade 6-8)
Beginner requirements plus use accessories or embellishments that coordinate in color with your pages.
ADVANCED (Grade 9-12)
Beginner and intermediate requirements plus incorporate at least 3 of the following: crop your pictures; use
different sized photos; group some pictures into a design such as a quilt or a flower, etc.; use corner punches, pocket
punches on corners of photos; or layer another color of cardstock on them to add interest.
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SCRAPBOOKING, CLUB ( county project only)
Exhibit scrapbook made to keep history of your club during current 4-H year (September 1, 2009 –
August 31, 2010). Name of club must be on front cover. Pages must include date of current 4-H year, names of club
leaders, officers and members. Pictures must be labeled with names, events and dates. News clippings must be
labeled with name of newspaper and date of issue. Journaling is important for history of club activities. Scrapbook
may also contain any correspondence received by club or special recognition received by club.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
LEADERSHIP
Table displays are limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep. The maximum poster size for hanging is 22”x30”. Use of page
protectors is recommended for all binder exhibits. Binder exhibits will NOT be labeled “Do NOT Touch.”
*LEADERSHIH, SKILLS YOU NEVER OUTGROW, 1 – 4
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Prepare a binder portfolio with a minimum of two completed activities each year, from two different
leadership skill areas. Build upon your previous year’s work. Activities should relate to the exhibitor’s age and
experience. Photocopies of the completed activities from the books should be included with the portfolio. Use of
page protectors is recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not Touch.”
THEATRE ARTS
Multiple items included in an exhibit must all be labeled with the member’s name and county. Table displays are
limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep. The maximum poster size for hanging is 22” x 30”. Use of page protectors is
recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not Touch.”
*Theater Arts I, Play the Role
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OR
OR
Exhibit one of the following items: Portfolio of acting activities completed during the current year
Display illustrating a drawing/photograph of a clown character created by the exhibitor
Display illustrating a picture story developed by the exhibitor.
*Theater Arts II, Become A Puppeteer
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Exhibit one of the following items: Portfolio of activities with puppets completed during the current year
OR
Display on the history of puppets or puppetry in different cultures
OR
Display a puppet created by the exhibitor
OR
Display a story wheel and play adapted or written for puppets.
*Theater Arts III, Set the Stage
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Exhibit one of the following items: Portfolio of activities for set design; make-up; or sound, props, or
costuming completed during the current year
OR
Display that includes sound, props and costume charts appropriate for a selected scene from a story or play
(limited to no more than 8 items)
OR
Display a scenic design model to depict a scene from a script
OR
Display illustrating a character with make-up drawn or colored in. Include a photograph of a person wearing
the make-up and information on the character’s personality or part in the play.
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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & GLOBAL AWARENESS
All displays should fit into an area no larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep. Posters should be no larger than 22”x 30”.
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*CITIZENSHIP I – Individual
Exhibit a display illustrating one of the following options: 1) personal information about yourself – who you are,
things you like to do, things you are good at, your favorites: 2) your feelings and how you handle these feelings; 3)
your family, their responsibilities, how you work together; OR 4) the Family Pedigree that may include family group
pages.
*CITIZENSHIP II – Individual
Exhibit a display illustrating one of the following options: 1) your neighborhood; 2) how you and others are good
neighbors – what you do as good neighbors, what rights and responsibilities you have as good neighbors, how being
a good neighbor makes you feel; 3) a community service activity – one that you participated in or organized; 4) what
your school does to help the neighborhood, why it is important for the school to be involved in good citizenship, and
how the school can help the community; OR 5) organizations, activities and events that your ancestors participated
in, the impact they had on the community and their family.
*CITIZENSHIP III – Individual
Exhibit a display illustrating one of the activities that you completed within your project as it relates to one of the
following categories in the manual: 1) Government; 2) Business and Industry; 3) Transportation, Communications &
Utilities; 4) Culture & Heritage; 5) Natural Resources & Environment; 6) Education; 7) Organizations within your
community; 8) Tourism; OR 9) Support Systems within your community.
CITIZENSHIP IV – VII (County Project only)
Illustrate one (1) activity completed under the “Things to Do” section of the manual OR prepare a display related to
activities in the unit. Exhibits are limited to a table space of 2’x 15”.
*PUBLIC ADVENTURES - (Club only)
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Exhibit a display illustrating the steps that the club has completed on the project selected for the year. Include a
written outline or report of accomplishments and future goals. The display must be manned by 3 or more club
exhibitors at the time of the judge’s critique. Club members should make a 5 to10-minute presentation to the judge.
All club members present for the judge’s critique should be able to discuss the project. At State Fair these members
must not be exhibiting in another project area as an individual. Only club members present for judging (and meet the
age requirement) who participate in the actual critique and presentation are eligible for ribbons and premium. These
members cannot be exhibiting in another project area as an individual at State Fair.
*SERVICE LEARNING I
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Exhibit a binder portfolio to reflect what the exhibitor accomplished in the four steps of service learning. If exhibitor
has been enrolled in project for multiple years, the binder portfolio should include previous years’ work. Use of page
protectors is recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not Touch.”
*SERVICE LEARNING II –
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Exhibit a binder portfolio to reflect what the exhibitor accomplished in the four steps of service learning. If exhibitor
has been enrolled in project for multiple years (including Service Learning I), the binder portfolio should include
previous years’ work. Use of page protectors is recommended. Exhibit will NOT be labeled “Do Not Touch.”
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INTERGENERATIONAL
All displays should fit into an area no larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep. Posters should be no larger than 22” x
30”.
*Walk In My Shoes –
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Individual - Exhibit a display relating to an activity completed in the project. Be prepared to discuss the activity
and the results of the activity.
Note: There is no longer a club/group display opportunity in this project.
INTERCULTURAL
* INTERCULTURAL (PASSPORT TO THE WORLD)
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This category will be displayed and judged during the General Show on Monday, July 5, in the Community
Building in the Olney City Park.
Displays should fit into an area no larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep (this includes CLUB exhibits).
The maximum poster size for hanging is 22”x30”. All items in the display (including the project book) must
be attached to the display board – NO additional items should be included. Exhibits may be from any of the
three categories listed below:
Geography - Prepare a display of the country or region of the United States you studied which includes
something on the geography, economy, and/or agriculture of the country/region. Include your completed
project manual with the display.
People - Prepare a display on the people of the country or region of the United States you studied. Show
something you learned about the racial-ethnic groupings, the population, languages, religions, and/or
housing. Include your completed project manual with the display.
Culture - Prepare a display on the culture of the country or region of the United States you studied. This
might include music, crafts, clothing, housing, holiday celebrations, etc. Include your completed project
manual with the display.
*INTERCULTURAL – INDIVIDUAL
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Prepare a display illustrating what you have learned about this country, culture or region. Exhibit should be
educational in nature and should not promote one’s beliefs over another person’s beliefs. Include completed project
manual with the display.
*INTERCULTURAL – CLUB
(Includes Passport to the World
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and Latino Cultural Arts)
Exhibit should be educational in nature and should not promote one’s beliefs over another person’s
beliefs. Include completed project manual with the display. ALL items in the display (including the project book)
must be attached to the display board – NO additional items should be included. The display must be manned by 3
or more members at the time of the judge’s critique. Club members should make a 5-10-minute presentation to the
judge. All club members present for the judge’s critique should be able to discuss the project and answer questions.
At State Fair these members must not be exhibiting in another project area as an individual. Only club members
present for judging (and meet the age requirement) who participate in the actual critique and presentation are eligible
for ribbons and premium. These members cannot be exhibiting in another project area as an individual at the
State Fair.
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
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Enrollment in the Public Presentations project is required to exhibit in this section. Speeches will be
given during Home Ec Show July 2, 2010, which begins at 5:00 p.m. at the Community Building in the Olney City
Park. Participating in the Richland County 4-H Performance Showcase as a Master of Ceremonies can also be
considered as a Public Presentations exhibit. Public Presentations at State Fair will be given on Richland County day,
Friday, August 13, 2010. You will be notified of specific day and location upon your selection as a State Fair
delegate.
Food Demonstrations are not a division of Public Presentations; see Foods & Nutrition section.
*Formal Speech- Formal speeches (without props or aids) must be between 4-6 minutes in length and done by an
individual member. Formal speeches provide information to the audience.
*Illustrated Speech - Illustrated speeches (with any type of visual aids) must be between 4-6 minutes in length and
done by an individual member.
*Extempore Speaking - Exhibitors must be present 45 minutes before their assigned time to select their topics.
Topics will relate to events of state, national or international importance from January 2010 to present. Exhibitors
will draw three topic options for their speech from a large number of topics. They will immediately select one of
these three topics for their speech. Participants will have 45 minutes to prepare a 4-6 minute speech. Participants
are responsible for providing their own research materials for this class. Laptops may be used, however, accessibility
to Internet will not be provided.
*Demonstration - Demonstrations may pertain to any topic (Exception: Foods-Nutrition entries must enter through
the appropriate foods class.) Demonstrations may be given by an individual or a team of two members. Exhibitors
are responsible for furnishing all equipment and supplies needed. Demonstrations must be 8-10 minutes in length.
Note: Members wishing to do public presentations with Horticulture subject matter should enter the Horticulture
Public Speaking & Demonstration Contests in June on the University of Illinois campus in Champaign-Urbana.
This includes members who wish to participate in a Flower Arranging Demonstration.
*Oral Interpretation - May be humorous or dramatic interpretation, oratorical declamation, prose reading or verse
reading. Material may be read or memorized. May be done by an individual or a team of no more than three
members. Any type of musical presentation should be submitted as a Performance Showcase entry, not as Oral
Interpretation. Interpretations must be between 4-6 minutes in length.
*Original Works - Member may present any type of original works (i.e. comedy, storytelling, original poetry, radio
segment, etc.) May be done by an individual or a team of no more than three members. Works must have been
written by one of the team members. Segment must be between 4-6 minutes in length. Original works presentations
are designed to entertain an audience.
Master of Ceremonies – Member must present two introductions of people or some type of entertainment. This
class must be done by an individual member. The introductions may be fictitious; the actual person or entertainment
is not required to be in attendance. Dialogues must each be between 1-3 minutes in length. Youth may serve as a
Master of Ceremonies at Performance Showcase as their project exhibit. NOTE: Master of Ceremonies is no
longer a State Fair level project.
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VISUAL ARTS
1. Articles exhibited are to be made by member who is enrolled in the Visual Arts Project. Articles must have been
made during the current 4-H year (September 1, 2009 – August 31, 2010. Exhibitors are encouraged to date the
project when it is made. Artwork that is meant to be displayed on the floor or ground is restricted to 3’ x 3’ of floor
space, and less than 6’ tall. Artwork meant to be hung or placed on a shelf is limited to a size of 30” high x 30” wide
x 12” deep.
2. Articles exhibited must be an original design created by the exhibitor. Copyrighted or trademarked designs are
not acceptable. Kits and pre-formed molds are not considered original and are not acceptable in any Visual Arts
Class. Team or school logos are not original. Combining parts of different patterns (pictures, photographs, images
from the internet or a magazine) with the member's own ideas can result in an original design but simply changing
the color, pattern or size of a pattern does NOT make the design original. (Exception: Heritage Arts may follow a
pattern.)
Note: Creativity and originality come from decisions made by the 4-H member. In other words, how many
decisions did the youth make in creating the article? If it's been seen elsewhere, it's not original.
3. Design Source – IF a photo, sketch, or other idea source was used, submit it with the exhibit, firmly attached to
your exhibit. Be prepared to explain how and where you got the idea for this project. Photos used as a source should
be taken by the artist. NOTE: Stepping stones, painted rocks and scrapbooks are not acceptable in any Visual
Arts exhibit class.
4. All items must be properly prepared for exhibit. Items which are intended to be hung must be prepared
for hanging. The hanging device must be sturdy enough to support the weight of the object. Framed items not
intended to be hung should be noted as such on the State Fair Exhibit tag. Drawings and paintings should be
matted and framed, preferably under glass. (Oil and acrylic paintings do not require glass and are not required to be
matted.) Water color, chalk, pen & ink, computer generated art, etc. do require glass, acrylic, or some protective
covering. There is no specific requirement for type of mat used. Page 34 of the Illinois 4-H Arts Visual Arts
Member’s Manual gives basic directions for a mat, but purchased, pre-cut mats are acceptable.
5. You are encouraged to sign your name (or initial) and date on the front of your finished project, making sure it
will still be visible after matting.
6. Each category will have an Original and Non-original (Kit) class.
Members may exhibit an article in as many as 4 different categories. However, member may only exhibit in either
original or non-original in each class; e.g. one cannot enter in both original and non-original ceramics.
7. Exhibits will be critiqued in a discussion with the judge. The member should be prepared to answer
questions about the completed project - techniques used, materials, decisions of why you did this, etc
8. Neither 4-H nor Richland County Extension will assume liability for loss or damage which may occur to artwork
exhibited. All possible precaution will be taken to protect the exhibits.
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*PAPER ORIGINAL
Any original item made of paper. Examples could include origami; greeting cards; paper-cut designs, paper
mache, hand-made paper, paper collage, paper models of architecture, quilling, etc. Paper twist articles,
made from directions in craft books and stores ARE NOT original and DO NOT belong here. Scrapbooks
are not appropriate for display in this class.
PAPER NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original.
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*FIBER ORIGINAL
Any original item made of fiber. Examples are: quilts, fabric collage, soft sculpture, stitchery, weaving,
embroidery, cross stitch, wearable art. All baskets and decorated textiles (such as painted shirts or stenciled
clothing) should be entered in HERITAGE ARTS. ORIGINAL cross-stitched, knitted or crocheted
items belong in this Fiber Original class. Non-original cross-stitched, knitted and crocheted items should be
entered in Heritage Arts class. Machine knitted items are not appropriate for this class.
FIBER NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original.
*CLAY ORIGINAL
Any original item made of clay -- may be fired or unfired, hand formed or thrown on a wheel. Selfhardening clays are fine. Fire/oven-cured and corn starch clay could be accepted. Items can include, but
are not limited to, clay statues, bowls, jewelry, etc. Pre-formed ceramics should be entered in Clay – NonOriginal.
CLAY NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original.
*WOOD ORIGINAL
Any original decorative art object or item made of wood (wood carving, sculpture, collage, wood burning,
etc.). Utilitarian wood items made from patterns or kits (e.g. outdoor or indoor furniture, shelves) should
not be entered in visual arts. (Popsicle stick crafts are NOT acceptable for State Fair entry.)
WOOD NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original.
*CHALK, CARBON, PIGMENT ORIGINAL
Chalk/Carbon/Pigment - Any original art work done with pencils, chalk, pens, ink, paint, charcoal, dyes, etc.
This would include all painting, sketching, drawing, cartooning, printing, etc. NOTE: Please enter painting
on wood, metal, or textiles in Heritage Arts. Painted and/or glazed pre-formed ceramics and painted
porcelain dolls are not eligible for State Fair exhibit.
CHALK, CARBON, PIGMENT NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original
*GLASS/PLASTIC ORIGINAL
Any original item made of glass or plastic. Possible items to exhibit include stained glass, etched glass
(original design), mosaics made of glass, glass beading, plastic jewelry (friendly plastic). Interlocking
building block creations are not suitable entries. Stepping stones or wall hangings that include
cement decorated with glass or plastic items are not suitable for this class.
GLASS/PLASTIC NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original.
*METAL ORIGINAL
Any original item made of metal such as sculpture, tin punch, engraved metal, jewelry. Items intended for
industrial use (as tools and/or shop items) are not considered part of this Visual Arts project and are not
eligible for entry.
METAL NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original.
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*NATURE ORIGINAL
Any original item made of natural material such as wreaths, cornhusk dolls, etc. Items should be made of
natural materials (which may be purchased) but securing elements such as glue and wire may be used in the
inner construction as long as they do not detract from the overall "natural" appearance. Articles such as
dried pressed flowers may be displayed under glass since it is necessary for protection/preservation of the
natural materials. (Baskets should be entered in Class: Fiber). Candles are not suitable as entries. Baskets
should be entered in Heritage Arts.
NATURE NON-ORIGINAL
Same as above, only non-original.
*THREE DIMENSIONAL DESIGN/MIXED MEDIA
Art pieces in this class must be comprised of at least three different media (any product used to create an art
object). No one medium can make up more than 40% of a piece. The piece should be free-standing (not
meant to be hung) that is observable on at least three different sides and can be viewed from at least three
angles. Originality and design are important concepts. Craft and preformed or assembled projects are not
acceptable.
*HERITAGE ARTS
Traditional art learned from another person or from a pattern (NO KITS) may be entered here. Crossstitched, knitted or crocheted items by pattern MUST BE ENTERED HERE. (Machine knitted items are
NOT acceptable for this class.) Other possibilities include: needlepoint, counted cross stitch, crewel,
embroidery, cut work, hardanger (embroidery openwork), macrame, baskets, candles, pysanki (decorated
eggs), leather, quilts from a traditional pattern, traditional handmade dolls with handmade costumes,
decorative painting on wood, metal, fiber or candles. All baskets should be entered in Heritage Arts.
*COMPUTER-GENERATED ART-ORIGINAL
Any original art created in any software package. Exhibit may not include scanned work, clip art,
downloaded images from the internet, any imported image or photographs. All pixels must be original.
Photo mosaics are NOT allowed. Color or black and white exhibits are acceptable. Exhibitors must be
enrolled in Visual Arts but computer project enrollment is not required for this class.
MECHANICS & TECHNOLOGY
AEROSPACE
Please put on entry form whether you are bringing a rocket or an aerospace display. Exhibits are
limited to a maximum 2’ wide x 15” deep area. Posters should be no larger than 22” x 30”.
Rockets or model aircraft can take no more than 3’ x 3’ table space.
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*MODEL ROCKETRY
Exhibit one model rocket assembled by the member. The exhibit will be a static display. The model rocket
should be in good flying condition. DO NOT include the rocket engine with your exhibit. The rockets will
not be launched. Attach the printed directions for construction of the rocket.
*AEROSPACE DISPLAY
Any exhibit related to aerospace that does not fit into Model Rocketry. Rockets or model aircraft can be no
larger than 3’ x 3’. This may be an experimental or educational poster or display. Include an explanation of
the display for public understanding.
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BICYCLE SAFETY
NOTE:Bicycle Safety Rodeo will be Tuesday, July 6 at 2:30 p.m. Extension office parking lot, west side of the
building.
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It is strongly recommended that bicycle riders bring and wear safety helmets during the riding exercise.
The Rodeo will consist of the following:
1. Written test on proper maintenance, adjustment, operation, and safety laws/rules regarding bicycles.
2. Inspection of exhibitor's bicycle, including brakes, height, safety equipment, etc.
3. Riding "test" through a safety course, observing all rules and regulations.
BICYCLE LEVEL I - BICYCLING FOR FUN – Exhibitor will be expected to complete 1 through 3 above.
BICYLE LEVEL II – WHEELS IN MOTION – Exhibitor will be expected to complete 1 through 3 above.
PLEASE NOTE: There will NOT be a Bicycle Rodeo at State Fair. A competitive Bicycle Rodeo is
tentatively being planned in conjunction with the June 4-H Judging Contests on campus and will
be
the selection process for the Bicycle Rodeo at the National Engineering & Technology Event in
September.
After local Bicycle Rodeo on July 6, those having high scores and wishing to compete at
the State Fair will be given the opportunity to study and prepare for exhibiting at the State Fair.
Exhibitors DO NOT bring bicycles to State Fair, but will exhibit as follows:
*Bicycle Level 1 (Bicycling for Fun) - Exhibitors will draw three situations from a bag that relate to activities from
Level 1 and discuss/explain all three with the judge. Situations may include: Selecting bicycle safety
equipment; Demonstrate how to fit a helmet; Identify bike parts and their function; Selecting the right size
bike; How to check bicycle tires, brakes and chains; Recognizing traffic signs and their meaning; General
discussion of bicycling hazards; and Items to consider when planning a bike trip. Exhibitors do not bring
their bicycle to State Fair.
*Bicycle Level 2 (Wheels in Motion) - Exhibitors will draw three situations from a bag that relate to activities from
Level 2 and discuss/explain all three with the judge. Situations may include: Factors to consider when
choosing a bike; Comparing tire pressure, valve type and tread; Steps in fixing a flat tire; Steps to follow
when cleaning, lubricating and replacing a bike chain; Evaluating the braking system on a bicycle;
Factors to consider when mapping out a bike route; Rules for smart bike riding; and Planning a menu for
an all day bike ride. Exhibitors do not bring their bicycle to State Fair.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Exhibits are limited to the maximum size of 2’ wide x 15” deep for display or 22” x 30” for a
poster. Exhibitors may include computer equipment for demonstration purposes. Computers will not be furnished.
The Richland County Fair, State Fair and 4-H staff are not responsible for the safety or security of any computer
equipment. Internet connections are not available for use by exhibitors.
Any member found to be using computer software in a manner that infringes on copyright laws will be
disqualified.
Entry blank should indicate Computer project and what exhibiting in, e.g. Newbie Know-How, etc.
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*NEWBIE KNOW-HOW (Intro to Computers) – Create a computer slideshow to share what you have learned
about computer basics or using the Internet to gather information; OR exhibit a printed or electronic copy of
product(s) using office software applications. Bring a science board display or a laptop computer to share your work.
*INSIDE THE BOX (Computer I) – Create a computer slideshow to share what you have learned about computer
operating systems, troubleshooting, tuning-up a computer, or other topics listed in your manual. Bring a science
board display or a laptop computer to share your work.
*PEER TO PEER (Computer II) – Create a computer slideshow to share what you have learned about creating
and using computer networks or using networks for online collaborations. Bring a science board display or a laptop
computer to share
your work.
*TEENS TEACHING TECH (Computer III) – Create a computer slideshow to share what you have learned
about teaching others how to use computers, technology needs or resources in your community, activities to create
access to technology, or other topics listed in your manual. Bring a science board display or a laptop computer to
share your work.
*BEGINNING PROGRAMMING
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Exhibit a flowchart or alternative visual representation of a program that exhibitor has written, not coped from
another source. Exhibitor also may choose to demonstrate the actual program. (NOTE: neither computers nor
Internet connections are provided to exhibitors.) Choice of programming language is optional. Programs exhibited
in this class require the use of one or more of teach of the following kinds of commands:
(1) Comments to the reader of the program (e.g., Now subtract Taxes from GrossPay to get NetPay”).
(2) Instructions to the user of the program (e.g., “Press Q at any time to quit this program”).
(3) Assignment of data into variables (e.g., “NetPay=GrossPay – Taxes:”).
(4) Choosing between alternatives based on the current value of a variable (e.g., “IF NetPay>=100000 THEN
PRINT ‘THANK YOU, BOSS!’ ELSE GO TO 999”)
(5) Looping, that is, repeating a group of instructions more than once, using a looping structure (“FOR”, “DO”,
etc.). The ending of the loop must be controlled, not just left to loop forever (e.g., “10 GOTO 10”). Controlling
the end of the looping may be done using an “IF” statement from item 4.
(6) Input from, and output to a user.
*ADVANCED PROJECTS
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These projects should demonstrate high levels of knowledge, skill and experience, and involve either programming
beyond the scope and sophistication of the beginning programming class, OR an integrated project or product which
does not readily fit into any of the other class descriptions (e.g., designing animation programs; describing a
computer-based business which the member operates).
ELECTRICITY
It is strongly suggested that members use recommended construction details, including proper color coding, provided
by the Energy Education Council (EEC) that have been provided on the EEC 4-H website:
http://www.energyedcouncil.org/4h.html. During conference judging at the county Fair, the exhibitor should be
prepared to discuss how the item is to be used and the way it was assembled. Displays are limited to 2’ x 15” deep
in size.
All electricity projects must include a report, explaining how the project was constructed and the
principles demonstrated. Recommendations can be found on the website.
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* ELECTRICITY I, MAGIC OF ELECTRICITY
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(May only be battery-powered projects using battery components and wiring). Projects using paper clips,
cardboard, thumbtacks, & brads are not eligible.
Exhibit a momentary switch, simple switch, or basic circuit OR an Electromagnet OR a Galvanometer OR an
Electric motor.
* ELECTRICITY II, INVESTIGATING ELECTRICITY
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(May only be battery-powered projects using battery components and wiring). Projects using paper clips,
cardboard, thumbtacks, & brads are not eligible.
Exhibit a Circuit board demonstrating parallel and series switches, including a circuit diagram OR 3-way or
4-way switch circuit using DC/battery OR Basic electrical device (examples: Rocket launcher, burglar
alarm, etc).
*ELECTRICITY III, WIRED FOR POWER
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Exhibit a 120V lighting fixture or other appliance which uses a switch; OR two electrical household
circuits using 120V materials to comply with National Electrical Code, one with a simple on/off switch to
control bulb, and one using 3-way switches to control light from two locations ; OR other project which
demonstrates principles in the Wired For Power book.
ELECTRONICS
*ELECTRICTY IV
ENTERING ELECTRONICS
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Table displays are limited to 2’ x 15” deep in size.
Exhibit any electronic or solid-state appliance. Exhibitor must be able to explain how the project was
constructed, how it is to be used and how it works. When project is being constructed, general safety and
workmanship should be considered.
Note: Judging for Electronics at the State Fair will be held on only one date – Saturday,
August 14.
GEOSPATIAL
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Table displays are limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep. Maximum poster size is 22’ x 30”. Exhibitors may bring their
own laptops for demonstration purposes. Neither computers nor internet connections are provided for
displays.
*EXPLORING SPACES, GOING PLACES, LEVEL I
Exhibit one of the two options listed below:
Using the “Take Me on a Tour” activity, create a display and map showing four to six tour sites, geo-tools used
to create the map, positional data for the sites, and information about the selected sites.
OR Using information from the “What Are Geographical Tools?” activity, prepare an exhibit showing and
describing ten mapping tools. Explain how the mapping tools are used and why maps are important.
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*EXPLORING SPACES, GOING PLACES, LEVEL 2 – Using the table from the “Take Me on a Tour” activity,
create a map showing recreational, historical or public service sites in your community. Determine if there is a need
for additional community resources. Make written suggestions for what resources should be added and where they
should be located on your map.
*EXPLORING SPACES, GOING PLACES, LEVEL 3 – Create a computer-generated map with layered data that
provides information on a community need. Explain how the need was identified; how you gathered information; and
your recommendations on how to solve the need. Use the template from “Take Me on a Tour” activity to gather data
for
the map
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Note: Judging for Geospatial exhibits at the State Fair will be held on only one date –
Saturday, August 14.
ROBOTICS
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Table displays are limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep. Maximum poster size is 22’ x 30”. If applicable for their
class and display, exhibitors must bring their own computers for demonstration purposes. Computers will not
be provided, nor will Internet access be available.
*ROBOTICS, EXPLORER, CHAPTER 1
Create a computer slide show or science board display describing 3-5 examples of robots and their uses in the real
world. Label and describe what makes each robot more than a machine or computer.
*ROBOTICS EXPLORER, CHAPTER 2
Use your robot to demonstrate OR create a display of a program you wrote to make a robot travel in a square.
Provide a narrative that describes your experience designing and troubleshooting this program.
*ROBOTICS EXPLORER, CHAPTER 3
Use your robot to demonstrate OR create a display of a line tracking program you wrote that uses input from a
sensor (e.g. touch, light). If exhibitor brings a robot, bring your own mat or track for demonstration purposes.
Provide a narrative that describes your experience designing and troubleshooting this program.
*ROBOTICS EXPLORER, CHAPTER 4
Use your robot to demonstrate OR create a display of a line tracking program you wrote that combines input from
two sensors. If exhibitor brings a robot, bring your own mat or track for demonstration purposes. Provide a
narrative that describes your experience designing and troubleshooting this program.
*ROBOTICS PROBE, CHAPTER 1
Use your robot to demonstrate OR create a display of a line tracking program you wrote that uses a rotational sensor
to determine distance traveled or to control turns. If exhibitor brings a robot, bring your own mat or track for
demonstration purposes. Provide a narrative that describes your experience designing and troubleshooting this
program.
*ROBOTICS PROBE, CHAPTER 2
Use your robot to demonstrate (If exhibitor brings a robot, bring your own mat or track for demonstration purposes)
OR create a display of an experiment you designed to test the travel distance and speed of a robot designed using
different gears. Provide a picture of the robot you designed with all gear types, pulleys and belts labeled. Provide a
narrative that analyzes the results of your experiment.
*ROBOTICS PROBE, CHAPTER 3
Use your robot to demonstrate (If exhibitor brings a robot, bring your own mat or track for demonstration purposes)
OR create a display of a line tracking program you wrote that uses advanced programming strategies, such as using
containers, loops and subroutines and using combined sensors. Provide a narrative that describes your experience
designing and troubleshooting this program.
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SMALL ENGINES
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All exhibits should involve engines smaller than 20 horsepower. No complete engines, lawn tractors, tillers,
chainsaws, etc. are permitted for display. Exhibit must be portable. Displays must be no larger than a 4’ x 4’
display board, or should not take more than 3’ x 3’ floor space.
Members enrolled in small engines may pick one of the following:
*DISPLAY
Exhibit a display, selecting one of the following options: 1) a display identifying different engine or lawn
and garden equipment parts or a display showing the function of the various engine or lawn and garden
equipment parts; OR 2) A display identifying and explaining the functions(s) of different specialty tools
needed for small engine work; OR 3) A display illustrating and providing the results of any one of the
experiments that are included in the project books. No electrical power is available for displays/exhibits.
*MAINTENANCE
Exhibit a display that illustrates either 1) Routine maintenance procedures OR 2) Diagnosing and
troubleshooting specific problems with an engine.
TRACTOR
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Exhibits in this area are limited to a space of 2’ wide and 15” deep. The maximum poster size for hanging is
22”x30”. ALL items in the display should be affixed to the display board. NO additional items should be
included. These displays will be judged in the Community Building in the Olney City Park on Monday, July 5.
*TRACTOR I: STARTING UP
Exhibit a display or poster that illustrates one of the following topics: tractor safety; care and maintenance; the
tractor as a valuable farm machine; or an activity listed in the project manual.
*TRACTOR II: TRACTOR OPERATION
Exhibit a display or poster that illustrates one of the following topics: cause and prevention of rollovers, diagram
how an air cleaner works, diagram & identify an engine cooling system, regulations for battery & oil disposal, or
another activity listed in the 4-H project manual.
*TRACTOR III: MOVING OUT
Exhibit a display or poster that illustrates one of the following topics: wagon and bin hazards, diagram and identify
open and closed hydraulic systems, mower types and safety features conveyor types and safety features, or another
activity listed in the 4-H project manual.
*TRACTOR IV: LEARNING MORE
Exhibit a display or poster that illustrates one of the following topics: method of winterizing a tractor, chemical uses
and required safety equipment, parts and process of internal combustion engine, procedure for cleaning and flushing
tractor radiator, or another activity.
OR
Drive in the tractor driving contest to be held on Friday, July 9, at 9:00 a.m. (note new time and location)
at the new White Squirrel Saddle Club arena located on North Silver St., across dam, stay right at
curve, and then road on left; sign will be posted. (If you plan on driving in the contest, PLEASE put
that on your Fair entry form.)
Superintendents: John Dehlinger & Dave Dehlinger
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NOTE: dates of ages changed to correspond with those used for the State Contest
Divisions:
Senior – 14 years of age and older as of January 1, 2010.
Junior – 13 years of age and younger as of January 1, 2010.
Lawn Mower – Those in the younger age bracket may choose to enter this division instead of
competing on a large tractor.
Tractor Driving contest (for all entries except Lawn Mower division) will consist of 4 parts: written test,
parts identification, 2-wheel course and 4-wheel course. Samples of the parts ID and courses to be used in
each division will be given out/mailed prior to Fair time to all those enrolled in the 4-H Tractor program or
who attended Tractor School classes. Courses this year will follow guidelines set for State and National
Tractor Contests.
o You may enter only one division
o Age is determined by your exact age on January 1, 2010
o Trophies will be given to the winners in each division and premiums paid to all who participate
o Tractor driving premiums will be included in one check with other projects and mailed when all
funding is designated.
NOTE: The University of Illinois Extension in McLean County is again hosting a 4-H/FFA State Tractor
Operator’s Contest on Saturday, August 7, 2010. Entry forms will be provided to local winning contestants
on July 9. The following rules apply:
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Each county will be limited to one 4-H entry and one FFA entry for a maximum of two
participants.
Participants must be at least 14 years of age as of January 1, 2010
$15 entry fee for each participant (to be paid by Richland Co. Extension)
Premiums will be jackpot based
Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m.
The contest will begin at 9 a.m. and will conclude at 2 p.m. (Rain or Shine)
University of Illinois Ag Engineering staff will be “officials” for the contest.
WELDING
*WELDING – ARCS and SPARKS
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Table displays are limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep. Exhibits that stand over 4’ tall will be placed on the floor.
Floor exhibits are not limited.
This exhibit class is open to members who are in the 7th grade and higher. Exhibit one weldment/item from the
suggested Weldment List found on page 43 of Arcs and Sparks (4-H 573 – Shielded Metal Arc Welding). This class
is for industrial welding only. (Members that wish to use welding to create objects with an artistic appeal should
consider enrolling in the 4-H Visual Arts project and consider entering those types of exhibits in the Visual Arts –
Metal class.)
*CLOVER CHALLENGE exhibit classes are ONLY for 15-18 year olds who are enrolled in Clover Challenge
projects in a specific exhibit project area. Clover Challenge projects are to be “above and beyond” what the 4-H
project books cover. For Welding Clover Challenge, the weldment needs to be made using a Shielded Metal Arc
(SMA) welder. If the finished project is too large/heavy to transport for exhibit at Fair, it is recommended that
either a tri-fold display or a DVD showing the steps and process followed in completing the project be exhibited as
an acceptable replacement for the actual project on display.
The completed Illinois 4-H Clover Challenge Agreement must be presented with the exhibit.
NOTE: Judging at State Fair for Welding exhibits will be held on only one date –
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14.
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WOODWORKING
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Any item made of wood constructed or refinished by the member in this project. Pre-cut kits
assembled by the member are not acceptable. Exhibits must be portable and cannot be exhibited outdoors or on a
trailer. It is recommended that the exhibit take up no more that 3’ x 3’ of floor space. Height is limited to under 6’.
*WOODWORKING I - MEASURING UP
*WOODWORKING II - MAKING THE CUT
*WOODWORKING III - NAILING IT TOGETHER
*WOODWORKING IV - FINISHING IT UP
*Clover Challenge: Woodworking - Exhibit a display illustrating the Clover Challenge area explored. CLOVER
CHALLENGE exhibit classes are ONLY for 15-18 year olds who are enrolled in Clover Challenge projects in that
specific exhibit project area. Clover Challenge projects are to be “above and beyond” what the 4-H project books
cover. This could include anything NOT covered in the project book, including but not limited to career exploration
or an in-depth study of s specific topic in that project’s subject matter. The completed Illinois 4-H Clover
Challenge Agreement must be presented with the exhibit.
NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT
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Table-top displays should be limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep and maximum poster size is
22” x 30” unless specifically noted in the project area. Electricity and water are NOT available for these displays.
*NATURAL RESOURCES I
Exhibit any item developed from the project book, Step Into Nature. Be able to explain the importance of
and concept behind the project exhibit.
*NATURAL RESOURCES II
Exhibit any item developed from the project book, Explore the Natural World. Be able to explain the
importance of and concept behind the project exhibit.
*NATURAL RESOURCES III
Exhibit any item developed from the project book, Blaze the Trail. Be able to explain the importance of
and concept behind the project exhibit.
WILDLIFE I (county project only)
Open to 3rd and 4th grade 4-H members only. Exhibit any product or display made to complete an activity
from the 4-H Wildlife Level A project manual: for example, a bird feeder you made including a chart
recording what birds visited the feeder.
*WILDLIFE II
Exhibit any activity developed from the project manual. (Example: Create a display of the life history of an
animal.) Within the exhibit, explain the importance of and concept behind the exhibit.
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*OUTDOOR ADVENTURES I-III
Exhibit a display illustrating an activity completed from project manual.
*SPORTFISHING I
Exhibit a product or display made to complete the activities in the Take the Bait project manual. This could
include, but is not limited to, displays on: different types of fishing tackle, identifying different baits and
their uses (no actual bait, please) or identifying the anatomy of a fish. For safety reasons, all lures must be
placed in a plastic case.
*SPORTFISHING II
Exhibit a product or display made to complete the activities in the Reel in the Fun project manual. This
could include, but is not limited to, displays on: different types of knots or rigs and their use; a collection of
fishing lures, labeled with their use; or information on preparing and cooking fish (not recipes). For safety
reasons, all lures must be placed in a plastic case.
*SPORTFISHING III
Exhibit a product or display made to complete the activities in the Cast into the Future project manual. This
could include, but is not limited to, displays on: making artificial flies and lures; researching effects of water
temperature; sportfishing careers; or identifying insects that fish eat. For safety reasons, all lures must be
placed in a plastic case.
ENTOMOLOGY
Size and number of exhibit cases should relate appropriately to the number of insects being displayed for a specified
class. Cases should be no deeper than 4”. Exhibitors should note that Entomology exhibits may be placed
UPRIGHT for display. Rules for pinning and labeling insects are available in the Extension office.
*ENTOMOLOGY I
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Beginning Entomology project. Exhibit 15 or more species representing four or more different orders.
Collection must be accurately labeled. Exhibitors must also include the Entomology I project manual,
(Creepy Crawlies), with at least one completed activity for each year enrolled. The project manual must be
attached to one of the exhibitor’s cases. Member should be able to discuss skills learned.
*ENTOMOLGY II
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Limited to members enrolled for two or more years in an Entomology project. Exhibit 30 or more species
representing eight or more orders. Collection must be accurately labeled. Exhibitors must also include the
Entomology II project manual (What's Bugging You), with at least one completed activity for each year
enrolled. The project manual must be attached to one of the exhibitor’s cases. Member should be able to
discuss skills learned.
*ENTOMOLOGY III
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Limited to members enrolled four or more years in an Entomology project. Exhibit 60 or more species
representing twelve or more orders. Collection must be accurately labeled. Exhibitors must also include
the Entomology III project manual (Dragons, Houses and Other Flies) with at least one completed activity
for each year enrolled. The project manual must be attached to one of the exhibitor’s cases. Member should
be able to discuss skills learned.
*ENTOMOLOGY DISPLAY, OTHER
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Exhibit any activity or display from the Entomology project books that do not fit into above classes.
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FORESTRY
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Table-top displays should fit into an area no larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep. Posters should be no larger than
22” x 30”.
*FORESTS OF FUN 1 (Follow the Path)
Exhibit any product or display illustrating an activity from the book.
*FORESTS OF FUN 2 (Reach for the Canopy)
Exhibit any product or display illustrating an activity from the book.
*FORESTS OF FUN 3 (Explore the Deep Woods)
Exhibit any product or display illustrating an activity from the book.
GEOLOGY
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All levels of Geology use the same manual- What on Earth – Geology Study Guide. Size and number of
exhibit cases should relate appropriately to the number of specimens being displayed for a specified class.
*GEOLOGY – PEBBLE PUPS I
Display eight to 19 rocks or mineral specimens with three minerals in the collection. Collection may
include duplications that show variations. Label collection and note where found.
*GEOLOGY – PEBBLE PUPS II
Display 20 but no more than 29 rocks or mineral specimens with seven minerals in the collection.
Collection may include duplications that show variations. Label collection and note where found.
*GEOLOGY, ROCK HOUNDS I
Display 30 but no more than 40 rocks or mineral specimens with 10 minerals in the collection. Rocks
should include at least 3 igneous, 2 metamorphic, and 3 sedimentary groups. Label collection and note
where found.
*GEOLOGY, ROCK HOUNDS II
This level is for those who have successfully completed Rock Hounds I. Display no more than 50
specimens that have been selected to illustrate a specific theme of the exhibitor’s choosing. Be creative.
Sample categories could include (but are not limited to): industrial minerals and their uses; a specific rock
group and the variety that occurs in that group, including some minerals that occur in that environment;
select fossils traced through the geologic ages; minerals and their crystal habits; rocks and minerals used in
lapidary arts. Exhibitors should be able to discuss their theme and choice of specimens related to the theme
with the judge.
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CROPS
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Table-top displays are limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep and maximum poster size is 22” x 30”, unless specifically noted
in the project area. All crops exhibited must have been grown and cared for by the exhibitor as part of their current
4-H Crops project.
*Soybeans - Exhibit five fresh plants (include root system that is washed) that are representative of member’s 4-H
project field OR exhibit an experimental or educational project related to one experience from your project.
Include explanation of the project in a report for public understanding.
*Corn - Exhibit two fresh plants of field corn (include root system that is washed), that is representative of
member’s 4-H project field OR exhibit an experimental or educational project related to one experience
from your project. Include explanation of the project in a report for public understanding. Popcorn and
sweet corn should be exhibited in Vegetable Plate or Vegetable Market Basket classes under Horticulture.
*Small Grains - Exhibit one gallon of the current year's crop of oats, wheat, rye, or barley that is representative of
the member’s 4-H project field OR exhibit an experimental or educational project related to one experience
from your project. Include explanation of the project in a report for public understanding.
FLORICULTURE
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NOTE: Members wishing to do public presentations with Horticulture subject matter should enter the
Horticulture Public Speaking & Demonstration Contests in June on the University of Illinois campus in
Champaign-Urbana. This includes members who wish to participate in a Flower Arranging Demonstration.
*FLORICULTURE A
Exhibit one of the following options:
Create a flower arrangement display; either a round arrangement or a bud vase. All arrangements should fit
into a space no larger than 2’x2’. No silk flowers are permitted.
OR
Create a photo collage or a collection of pictures of flowers that you have raised. Label your flowers by
name and tell if you started with a seed, cutting or transplants. Mount pictures on a poster board or mount board
no larger than 22”x30”.
OR
Exhibit in one container, 3 stems of blooms - each with attached foliage. Foliage that would go inside the
container may be removed. All three blooms or stems to be the same variety, color, shape and size. Must have been
grown from seed, young seedling plants, bulbs or rhizome
es by exhibitor. (NOTE: Exhibitors choosing lilies should include no more than 2/3 of foliage for their exhibit.)
*FLORICULTURE B
Exhibit one of the following options:
Create an artistic display of dried flowers explaining how each was dried.
OR
Create a photo collage or collection of pictures of plants from your theme garden. Label your plants by
name and explain how the plants were chosen to fit the theme.
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*FLORICULTURE C
Exhibit one of the following options:
Create a terrarium. At least 2 of the plants should have been propagated by the exhibitor (seeds, cuttings,
etc.).
OR
Exhibit a plant that you propagated from cuttings. Create a photo board no larger than 11”x14”: showing
the progression of growth.
*FLORICULTURE D
Exhibit one of the following options:
Create a centerpiece around a theme such as a wedding, holiday, birthday, etc. no larger than 2’x2’. No silk
flowers are permitted.
OR
Create an exhibit of forced bulbs in a pot no larger than 12”x12”.
HORTICULTURE
*HORTICULTURE I
*HORTICULTURE II
*HORTICULTURE III
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When filling out entry form for any horticulture project, please use the horticulture project number (one of the
above) in which you are enrolled, and then the class name (one of those below) in which area you are exhibiting. For
example: Horticulture I, Vegetable Market Basket. Table-top displays should be limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep
and maximum poster size is 22” x 30”, unless specifically noted in the project area.
NOTE: Members wishing to do public presentations with Horticulture subject matter should enter the Horticulture
Public Speaking & Demonstration Contests in June on the University of Illinois campus in Champaign-Urbana. This
includes members who wish to participate in a Flower Arranging Demonstration.
*HORTICULTURE/FLORICULTURE DISPLAY
Exhibit an experimental or educational poster or display related to horticulture or floriculture that does not
fall into any of the other Horticulture or Floriculture classes. This could include herb displays as well as
classes on vegetables and house plants. Include an explanation of the display for public understanding.
All vegetables exhibited must have been grown by the exhibitor as part of their current gardening 4-H
project. Vegetable exhibits (tomatoes are displayed as a vegetable) should be prepared according to the
Illinois Vegetable Garden Guide website: http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/vegguide/. Waxes and oils may
not be used on vegetables. Any plant infested with insects will be removed from the exhibit area and will
not be eligible for a county or State Fair award.
*VEGETABLE MARKET BASKET
1. Basket must include 6 and not more than 12 different vegetables. There may not be more than 2
different varieties of any vegetable. For example, red and white potatoes would be classified as two
different varieties. Acorn squash and zucchini would be classified as two different vegetables.
2. The number and type of vegetables used must conform to the Vegetable Plate/Basket List.
3. Basket must be labeled with the name and variety of all vegetables used.
4. For this class only, the size of the display must not exceed a 2’6” wide by 2’6” deep display area.
*VEGETABLE PLATE
1.
Exhibit must include two single vegetable plates. (Exhibitor will furnish the disposable plates.)
2.
Number of vegetables on plates must conform to plate list below.
3.
Only one variety on each plate.
4.
An exhibitor cannot show two plates of the same type vegetable. (ie: Cannot exhibit red and white potatoes
or zucchini and straightneck squash.
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VEGETABLE PLATE/BASKET LIST
(Lists are provided by UI Extension Horticulturists; items are listed according to the correct definition of
vegetables. )
Asparagus (5 spears)
Beans, Lima (12 pods)
Beans, Snap, Green Pod or Golden Wax (12 pods)
Beets (5)
Broccoli (1 head)
Brussels Sprouts (12 sprouts)
Cabbage (1 head)
Carrots (5)
Cauliflower (1 head)
Cucumber, pickling or slicing (5)
Egg Plant (1)
Garlic (5)
Greens (collard, endive, escarole, kale, mustard, spinach, Swiss Chard) (1 plant)
Horseradish Root (1 marketable root specimen harvested this year)
Kohlrabi (5)
Lettuce (1 head or plant)
Muskmelon including cantaloupe (1)
Okra (12)
Onions, large, dry (5)
Onions, green or set (12)
Parsnips (5)
Peas, (12 pods)
Peppers, large fruited (bell/banana) (5)
Peppers, small fruited (chili/cherry) (12)
Popcorn (5)
Potatoes (any variety) (5)
Pumpkin (1)
Rhubarb, trimmed stalks (3)
Rutabaga (5)
Salsify (5)
Squash, summer (any variety) (5)
Squash, winter (Acorn, butternut, buttercup, spaghetti, Hubbard, Turks’s Turban) (1)
Sweet Corn, in husks (5)
Tomatoes, slicing (5)
Tomatoes, small fruited (12)
Turnip (5)
Watermelon (1)
GREEN THUMB DISPLAY – (participation ribbon only)
NOTE: Exhibitors must be enrolled in 4-H vegetable gardening project to exhibit. A member may enter all
categories, but only one item in each category. Exhibit will be for ribbon only, no premium will be paid.
Categories:
largest head of cabbage
biggest pumpkin
longest ear of sweet corn
longest squash
longest cucumber
smallest ripe tomato
largest cucumber
largest ripe tomato
longest green bean
most peculiarly shaped vegetable
largest onion
most unusual vegetable
biggest potato
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PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Table-top displays should be limited to 2’ wide x 15” deep and maximum poster size is 22” x 30”, unless specifically
noted in the project area.
*PLANTS & SOILS 1 (It’s More than Just Dirt)
Prepare a display or poster that illustrates an activity from the project manual. The display should demonstrate an
understanding of environmental and internal factors that affect plant growth. Include your project journal that
documents activity recordkeeping requirements, answers activity questions, and details personal thoughts and ideas.
*PLANTS & SOILS 2 (Stems and Stamens)
Prepare a display or poster that illustrates an activity from the project manual. The display should demonstrate an
understanding of the composition of plants, the functions of individual plant parts, plant life cycles, and the many
ways plants reproduce. Include your project journal that documents activity recordkeeping, answers activity
questions, and details personal thoughts and idea.
*PLANTS & SOILS 3 (Sprouting Out and Growing Up)
Prepare a display or poster that illustrates an activity from the project manual. The display should demonstrate an
understanding of environmental and internal factors that affect plant growth. Include your project journal that
documents activity recordkeeping requirements, answers activity questions, and details personal thoughts and ideas.
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HOME EC SHOW REQUIREMENTS
HOME EC SHOW WILL BE JULY 2, AT COMMUNITY BUILDING IN
OLNEY CITY PARK, ROUTE 130 NORTH, OLNEY. SIGN IN WILL BEGIN AT 4:30
P.M. WITH JUDGING TO BEGIN AT 5:00 P.M. Project specific judging times have not
been determined yet, so please watch the 4-H Newsletter for announcement of times.
Superintendents: Jill Steber
Sharon Wilson
Stacey Dehlinger
4-H members will be expected to follow the directions of this exhibit list. Exhibitors are free to go after their
judging is completed. ALL exhibits (or a sample) are to remain on display until Friday, July 9, when they
must be picked up in the Community Building from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Ribbons will be placed on exhibits at the
discretion of superintendents.
RATINGS OF THOSE WHO DO NOT FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE LOWERED.
1. All judging of Home and Family Resources projects will be Friday, July 2, 2010 at the Community
Building in the Olney City Park. The projects listed on pages 43 to 50 will be exhibited at the Home Ec
Show on July 2, including all Foods, Child Care, Interior Design, Health, Public Presentations, Clothing
& Textiles. Check-in will begin at 4:30 p.m., with judging to begin at 5:00 p.m. Exhibitors will be called
for judging based on the order of check-in. Specific judging times will be announced in the June/July
4-H Newsletter.
2. All projects must have been made during the current 4-H year (September 1, 2009 – August 31, 2010). A 3x5
inch card listing member name, club, age, project name, and years in specific project must be attached to each
exhibit.
3. Members may be asked to change their accessories before exhibiting their garment at the State Fair.
4. Each 4-H member must include on 2010 4-H Show Entry Blank all entries in the Home Ec Show. The entry form
is on the last page of this booklet. ALL entries must be in the County Extension Office on or before Friday,
June 4, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.
5, After all actual food exhibits (not including horticulture projects) shown in any Foods class are judged,
exhibitor may leave a slice or portion of their food item on display, and then take the remainder home if
desired. However, the portion remaining should be large enough to represent the product being exhibited
(e.g. leave a whole cookie, muffin, roll, etc. Exception: decorated cakes should remain on exhibit intact so
public can see the whole effect OR you may leave a color picture of decorated cake at least 5”x7” in size,
along with a piece of the cake, perhaps a corner, etc.) Exhibitor must bring plastic bag, paper plate, etc. to
take food home.
6. Members are allowed to exhibit only one project at the Illinois State Fair (excluding livestock). The same
product or speech that is selected at the county level must be the one exhibited at the State Fair. The exceptions
include exhibits in the areas of Food & Nutrition (must be the same recipe), and Horticulture projects with fresh
produce. Modifications can be made to the original county exhibit to: 1) meet State Fair class requirements, or 2)
incorporate suggested improvements made by the local judge. There are no limitations as to the number of years
a member may go to the State Fair in any given project.
7. All projects will be judged A, B, or C. Special ribbons will be given for State Fair selections.
8. Only one premium check per child is written for all projects. Premium checks will be mailed out at a later date
after all funding has been designated
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9. Projects eligible for State Fair are indicated by * (e.g. *Child Development II)
10. Members must be 10 years of age by September 1, 2009 to be eligible to exhibit at State Fair.
SPECIAL NOTE: Individual conference judging will be the method used in judging. A 4-H member who
cannot be present for conference judging may still exhibit their project through a parent, leader, or another 4-H
member. However, the exhibit must be accompanied by a brief written report prepared by the member. The report
should state how the exhibit was made, what was learned and experienced, cost of materials, challenges,
difficulties, successes, etc. If in foods, recipe should be included. Also indicate type of shortening and baking pan
used. If in purchased clothing, include price, was it a good buy, what did you look for when shopping, where will it
be worn, who helped you, and care label. If in construction, was serger used? Include pattern, where you will wear
this, who may have helped you.
CLOTHING & TEXTILES
In all classes, both purchased and constructed garments will be evaluated on the member, in addition to the
conference with the judge.
If there are enough participants in this class, a Fashion Revue will be held after all judging is completed of Home Ec
Show projects. Those enrolled in clothing and textiles will receive an information card to be completed and filled out
prior to coming to the Home Ec Show, which will be used to prepare a narrative about the garment/item to be worn
or displayed (provided there are enough participants).
Exhibitors bringing garments should plan to wear the garment as part of the judging process. Exhibitors may
change clothing in rest room if needed. If the garment(s) were constructed for another individual, that individual
must be present to wear the garment for the judge. (Only the exhibitor who made the garment is eligible for ribbon
and premium.) Construction and appearance will both be considered. If a pattern was used to make the
garment, pattern instructions are to be included with the exhibit. Garment/items will not be placed on display
unless covered in a clear plastic bag (no garment bags). Exhibit tags should be attached to the GARMENT,
not to the hanger.
Garments constructed for another person are eligible for exhibiting in Sewing & Textiles I, II and III.
Special Note: Members wishing to exhibit knitted items should be enrolled in Visual Arts and exhibit in Fiber (if
original) or Heritage Arts (if made from a pattern). Members wishing to exhibit quilts should be enrolled in either
Interior Design or Visual Arts (Fiber if original, or Heritage Arts if made from a pattern).
*SEWING & TEXTILES I
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibit any of the following:
Non clothing, constructed article (sew and/or serge) - One of the following items made by the member:
9-patch pillow or square pillow OR a tote bag OR shopping bag OR Constructed garment – a simple article of
clothing.
*SEWING & TEXTILES II
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibit any of the following:
Non clothing - Any non-wearable item made by member;
OR
Constructed garment – Any garment with facings or curves.
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*SEWING & TEXTILES III
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibit any of the following:
Construction – Garment constructed by the member which is appropriate for age and experience of
member. (Possible examples are: wool garment, polar fleece garment, dress or jacket with set in sleeves and zipper
or buttons and button holes, suits, evening wear or sport outfit.)
OR
Recycled Garment – A modified/redesigned/recycled garment you purchased in the past and
“salvaged” by significantly altering the original design. A 3” x 5” minimum size photo of the original garment
(before recycling) should be included.
*FASHION REVUE
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibitors in this class may be enrolled in any of the following projects: Clothing & Textiles; Sewing &Textiles;
Clothing Decisions; and/or Knitting. (Knitted exhibits fall under Visual Arts; however, knitted garments may still
be considered for Fashion Revue.) Modeled garments must have been constructed or purchased by the exhibitor and
must be worn by the exhibitor. (Pillows or other non-garment items are not appropriate for Fashion Revue at the
State Fair but may be exhibited in Revue at county level.) State Fair notes: This class is now a competitive event;
the top models each day will receive special recognition.
CLOTHING DECISIONS (Advanced Purchased Garments)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
*CLOTHING DECISIONS I -Exhibit a display of one completed activity from the project book. Inclusion of an
actual purchased item is optional.
*CLOTHING DECISIONS II - Exhibit a display of one completed activity from the project book. Inclusion of an
actual purchased item is optional.
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Each exhibit must have a 3 x 5" card attached to the exhibit with the member's name, age, project name, years
enrolled in project and the name of the club. All Child Development exhibits are limited to a 2’ wide by 15” deep
space. Standard display boards fit into this size limitation.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT I (county project only)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibit one of the following options made by the member from the Level 1 project book – Growing on My Own: 1)
My Learning Box filled with things that help you learn and have fun. On a note card or paper, explain how you have
used the box.
OR
2) Prepare a choke-tube tester display labeled with toys that are “safe” and “not safe.” On a note card or paper,
explain why the toys are safe or not safe for young children and how others can test toys for safety.
*CHILD DEVELOPMENT II –
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibit one of the following options developed by the member from the Level 2 project book, Growing with Others:
1) Include the following three items that would be appropriate for a child of a specific age: a toy made
by the 4-H'er; a song or game; and a story or story book that would be appropriate for a child of a specific age. On a
note card or page of paper, indicate the age of the child and how the items fit into the interests, abilities and safety
considerations of that age child
OR
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2) Prepare a display of 6 toys and/or activities (at least one being made by the 4-H'er). Include two items for
each of the following three age groups: Infant/Toddler; Pre-School; and School Age. On a note card or page of
paper, for each toy and activity indicate the age of the child and how that item fits into their interests, abilities and
safety considerations.
*CHILD DEVELOPMENT III
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Exhibit one or more of the following items developed by the member from the Level 3 project book,
Growing in Communities:
1. a child care career game;
2. a display representing a community service activity;
3. a teaching plan for use in a child care setting (2-4 hour time span);
OR
A plan for neighborhood olympics activity.
HEALTH
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
All displays should fit into an area no larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep. Posters should be no larger than 22” x 30”.
*KEEPING FIT & HEALTHY I__(FIRST AID IN ACTION) – Exhibit a family First Aid Kit and cards
prepared by the exhibitor.
*KEEPING FIT & HEALTHY II (STAYING HEALTHY) – Exhibit a “smarts” project as explained in the
project manual. Project should be designed/prepared by the exhibitor.
*KEEPING FIT & HEALTHY III (KEEPING FIT) – Exhibit a Fitness File OR make a display on credible
information about supplements and performance enhancers.
INTERIOR DESIGN
Each exhibit must have a 3 x 5" card attached to the exhibit with the member's name, age, project name, years
enrolled in project and the name of the club.
Furniture or items meant to be displayed on the floor must be no larger than 3’x 3’x 6’. Table top displays should fit
into an area no larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep. Posters should be no larger than 22” x 30”.
*DESIGN DECISIONS (Beginning)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
(Recommended for members with 1-3 years in project.)
Entry can be from any one of the following groups:
1. Wall Treatment – Poster showing the application of a decorative treatment for a wall (stenciling, rag
rolling, etc.) used by exhibitor. Treatment should cover approximately ½ of the board. Remaining area
of the board should include before/after photos, a picture story of the application, cost comparison, etc.
2. Three-dimensional surface accessory that will set on a table, dresser, or floor. Item must be made by
the exhibitor. Include before and after photos of the space where the item is used in the room.
3. An item that has been recycled (significantly altered) by the member. Include before and after photos
of the recycled item and where it is used in the room.
4. Wall hanging (2 or 3 –dimensional), made by exhibitor. Include before and after photos of the space
where the item is used in the room.
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*DESIGN DECISIONS (Intermediate)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
(Recommended for members with 3-5 years in project.)
Entry can be from any one of the following groups:
1.
2.
3.
Comparison shopping study of at least two items showing wants and needs, costs, use in overall design
plan, quality comparison, etc. and final selection made. May be displayed via poster or notebook.
Bedcover – May include a quilt, comforter, bedspread, dust ruffle, pillow sham, canopy, etc. made by
exhibitor. Include before and after photos of the space where the item is used in the room.
Window Treatment – May include curtains, draperies, shades, shutters, etc. made by the exhibitor.
Include before and after photos of the space where the item is used in the room.
*DESIGN DECISIONS (Advanced)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
(Recommended for members with over 5 years in project.)
Entry can be from any one of the following groups:
1.
Select one problem such as storage, unusual or add-sized window, need for better lighting, privacy, or
an invention or idea that solves an energy or water problem. Show the steps used to solve the problem
and the final product. Use pictures, samples, drawings, etc. to tell the story. Display in a notebook or
on poster board. If an item was made by the exhibitor to solve the problem, include that item in the
display. Include before and after photos in display. Displays illustrating a general “redecorating” of a
room are NOT appropriate for this exhibit.
OR
2.
Exhibit one item of refinished furniture. Include before and after photos of the item. Photo should be
mounted. Include a description of the steps taken to refinish the item.
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FOODS AND NUTRITION REQUIREMENTS
Please read directions and criteria for your project(s) carefully. Unless specified, Food & Nutrition classes allow
recipes from sources other than the 4-H manuals
All members exhibiting a foods project are asked to be present at the time of judging. Each exhibit must have a 3x5"
card attached to the exhibit with name of club, member's name, age, name of project, number of years enrolled in
project, and type of cooking utensil used. All items should be on a disposable plate placed in a clear self-sealing
plastic bag.
4-H'ers are encouraged to leave their exhibits for display during the entire Fair, July 2-9. (Please see Rule #5 under
general Home Ec Show Requirements, page 43). Projects MUST be picked up at the time of clean up of the
Community Building on Friday, July 9, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Premiums will be included in one check with other
projects and mailed when all funding is designated. State Fair and other ribbons will be placed on projects at the
discretion of show superintendents.
All Educational Displays and Food Demonstrations must relate to the project area in which the member is enrolled.
Displays are limited in size and must fit into a space not larger than 2’ wide x 15” deep. Perishable foods may not be
included in the display. 4-H'ers may use food models (commercially purchased or made by the individual), pictures
from magazines, etc. Non-perishable items such as sealed or canned products may be used. All items must be
labeled for the display and an inventory included with the project. For Education Displays and Demonstrations, no
commercial names should be visible on products used.
Please specify on the Fair entry form exactly what item your exhibit will be. For instance, under 4-H Cooking 201,
cheese muffins. See page 51 for example. If selected for the State Fair, 4-H member is to do the same as he/she
did for County Home Ec Show
Recipes and menus for all projects may be written or typed on note cards or a piece of
paper.
*4-H COOKING 101
Prepare an exhibit of 3 cereal marshmallow bars OR ¼ of 8” square or round coffeecake OR 3 cookies
using the recipes included in the project manual. Include the recipe and a menu for one meal including the food
item. Bars, coffeecake or cookies should be displayed on a disposable plate placed in a self-sealing plastic bag.
* 4-H COOKING 201 - Prepare an exhibit of 3 cheese muffins OR 3 scones OR 1 loaf (9” x 5”) of basic nut bread
(NO variations) using the recipes included in the project manual. Include the recipe and a menu for one meal
including the food item. The recipe and menu may be written or typed on a note card or on a piece of paper. Bread,
muffins, or scones should be displayed on a disposable plate placed in a self-sealing plastic bag.
*4-H Cooking 301 – Prepare an exhibit of 3 dinner rolls OR loaf of yeast bread OR 1 tea ring OR 3 sweet rolls OR
one layer of a cake without frosting. The yeast bread/roll dough may be prepared in a bread making machine;
however prepared mixes are not permitted. Include the recipe and a menu for a special occasion meal that includes
the food item exhibited. The recipe and menu may be written or typed on a note card or piece of paper. Display
exhibit on a disposable plate or pie tin and place in a self-sealing plastic bag.
*EXPLORING OUR FOOD HERITAGE
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of three (3) cookies from some ethnic recipe, including a copy of the recipe used. The
specific ethnic group or culture should be identified with the recipe. Provide a menu for one meal including the food
item. Cookies should be displayed on a disposable plate and placed in a clear self-sealing plastic bag.
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*FOOD DEMONSTRATION
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Food demonstrations should be 8-10 minutes in length. Demonstrations may be done by an individual or
team of two members. Refer to the Illinois 4-H Foods Demonstration Guide found on the Illinois 4-H web site
under Members: 4-H Projects: Healthy Living; Foods and Nutrition. Exhibitors are responsible for furnishing all
equipment and supplies. The food demonstration must relate to the state-offered project area in which the member
is enrolled. (A stove, refrigerator and demonstration table, but NO microwave, will be available for demonstrator's
use at State Fair only. Food Demonstrations at State Fair will take place in the University of Illinois Extension
Building Lincoln Auditorium (lower level).
*FOOD PRESERVATION
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit using ONE of the following food preservation methods: canning; freezing; drying;
pickles/relishes; jams, jellies and preserves OR a combination of these (see Preservation Combination option below),
excluding Freezing. No freezer jam exhibits will be allowed for Freezing; Jams, Jellies, and Preserves; or for the
Preservation Combination options. All exhibits must be labeled with the name of the food, the date preserved,
and the method of food preservation. The entry should also be accompanied by the recipe(s), with the source
of the recipe(s) listed.
Examples:
Peaches, boiling water canner. July 13, 2009.
Recipe: (typed or written) AND Recipe Source…for example – USDA website, etc.)
All preserved products should be prepared and processed according to the current USDA/Extension
information. USDA information on preserving food, including recipes, can be found at:
www.homefoodpreservation.com
All canned products must be canned in clear, standard jars in good condition using two-piece canning lids (flat lid
and band). Must use a new, unused flat.
Canning – The exhibit should include two (2) different canned foods in appropriate jars for the products.
Food may be fruit, vegetable, or tomato product (i.e. salsa, juice, etc.).
Freezing – Prepare a nutrition display that illustrates a freezing principle. There is NOT a food exhibit
option for this preservation method.
Drying – Exhibit two (2) different dried foods packed in plastic food storage bags, include a brief written
description of drying procedures used. Choose from fruit, vegetable, fruit leather or meat jerky.
Pickles and Relishes – Exhibit two (2) pint jars of different recipes of pickles and/or relishes. Jars should
be appropriate for the product.
Jams, Jellies, and Preserves – Exhibit half-pint jars of two (2) different jams, jellies, and/or preserves.
Preservation Combination – Exhibit two (2) different preserved food products, excluding Freezing, in
appropriate jars/packaging (drying). For example, exhibit 1 jar of tomatoes (Canning) and 1 half-pint of jelly (Jams,
Jellies, and Preserves).
*FOOD WITH AN INTERNATIONAL FLAVOR
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of 3 cookies OR a loaf of bread typical of another country, including a copy of the
recipe used, country of origin, AND menus for one day. The menus should include the cookies or bread. Cookies
or bread should be presented on a disposable plate placed in a clear self-sealing plastic bag.
*MEAT AND OTHER PROTEIN SOURCES
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare a nutrition education display related to one of four topics from this project manual: nutritional
value, food safety, food preparation, or food buying of meat and other protein sources. There is NOT a food exhibit
option for this class.
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*MICROWAVE MAGIC A, (BAG OF TRICKS)
Premium Paid: A=$x Factor, B=$x Factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of 4 pieces of fudge or peanut butter fudge using the recipes in the project manual.
Include a menu for a healthy lunch using the food item. Fudge should be displayed on a disposable plate placed in a
clear self-sealing plastic bag
*MICROWAVE MAGIC B (MICRO MAGICIANS)
Premium Paid:
A=$x factor, B=$x factor minus $1.00, C=$x factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of 3 apple brownies using the recipe in the project manual. Include a menu for one meal
using the food item. Apple brownies should be displayed on a disposable plate and placed in a clear, self-sealing
plastic bag.
*MICROWAVE MAGIC C (AMAZING RAYS)
Premium paid: A=$x Factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$x factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of ¼ of the coffee cake, including the outer edge, using the recipe from the project
manual. Include a menu for one meal using the food item. Coffee cake should be displayed on a disposable plate and
placed in a clear, self-sealing plastic bag.
*MICROWAVE MAGIC D (PRESTO MEALS)
Premium Paid: A=$x factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of ¼ of the carrot cake, including the outer edge and without frosting, from the recipe in
the project manual. Include a menu for one meal using the food item. Carrot cake should be on a disposable plate
and placed in a clear, self-sealing plastic bag.
*S’MORES AND MORE (OUTDOOR MEALS )
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of 3 Breakfast Cookies from the project manual. Include the recipe and a menu for one
meal including the food item. Cookies should be displayed on a disposable plate placed in a self-sealing
plastic bag.
*SPORTS NUTRITION
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of 3 no-bake cookies using the recipe included in the project manual and a menu for one
meal including the cookies. Cookies should be displayed on a disposable plate in a clear self-sealing plastic
bag.
CAKE DECORATING (County Project only) Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Prepare an exhibit of one-layer cake, 8” or 9” round or square, placed on a 12” x 12” board (cardboard or
other material, covered with waxed paper, freezer paper, aluminum foil or parchment paper). Ice and
decorate the cake using different decorating tips, designs, colors of icing. writing, etc.
BEGINNER LEVEL (Grade 3-5)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Glaze and ice cake using either white or colored icing, decorating with edging design of choice.
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (Grade 6-8)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Glaze and ice cake using different colored icing for designs and writing.
ADVANCED LEVEL (Grade 9-12)
Premium Paid: A=$X factor, B=$X factor minus $1.00, C=$X factor minus $1.50
Glaze and ice cake around a central theme, such as birthday, graduation, etc., decorating edges and top with
flowers or other designs of choice, using various colors to highlight and coordinate theme.
*Eligible for State Fair Selection
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Richland County Extension
306 S. Fair ~ P O Box 130
Olney, IL 62450
618/395-2191
www.extension.uiuc.edu/lawrencerichland
March 2010
Dear 4-H Members:
Enclosed in this 2010 Richland County 4-H Show Day Rules Book are the exhibit
requirements for your projects. If you have any questions, please call the office.
The 4-H shows will give you the opportunity to showcase to the community what you
have learned in the past year by taking the projects you have selected. Be sure to start on your
project exhibit early so you do not have to rush to complete it. Remember also, it is not just the
ribbon or placing you receive but most importantly it’s the knowledge, skills and satisfaction you
obtain by completing and exhibiting your 4-H project.
Premium amounts are not listed in the book because again this year we are going to use
an X factor to figure premium. This will allow us to pay out all allocated premium money that
we will receive from the state. We think this method will increase premiums for A, B and C
ratings. Premiums in 2010 will again be paid by check. You are requested to cash premium
checks as soon as possible after receiving them.
DISCLAIMER
“The Department of Agriculture shall use its best efforts to secure sufficient appropriations to fund
premiums. In any year for which the General Assembly of the State of Illinois fails to make an appropriation
sufficient to pay such premiums, premium amounts may not be accurately reflected in this Show Days Rules
book.”
Have fun at the fair and a good 4-H year.
Sincerely,
Ron Waldrop
County Extension Director
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the 4-H shows, please contact the Extension Unit Leader,
Ron Waldrop, or Community Worker, Jane Kocher, at the following phone number and/or address at least two
weeks prior to the event.
University of Illinois Extension, Richland County
306 S. Fair St., P. O. Box 130
Olney, Il 62450
618/395-2191
Guidelines in order to exhibit at any of the Richland
County 4-H shows:
4-H members MUST:
1.
Have attended 2/3 of club meetings from time club
reorganized for current year, or if a first year member
– 2/3 after joining.
2.
Have given a talk or demonstration
3.
Records are up-to-date which includes:
a. goal sheet must be completed
b. some goals reached
c. livestock records turned in with entry sheets
SAMPLE ENTRY BLANK:
Project name
Project Class
Type of Exhibit
4-H Cooking 101
Dog
Visual Arts
Swine
Aerospace
Rabbits
Sewing & Textiles I
Cat
Obedience
Metal
Purebred
Model Rocketry
Commercial
Constructed
Domestic
Coffeecake
Dog
Non-Original
Boar
Model Rocket
Meat pen
Garment
Cat & Book
Microwave Magic A
Peanut Butter Fudge
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4-H ENTRY BLANK
2010 RICHLAND COUNTY 4-H SHOWS
This entry blank is the official entry form for all Agricultural, Home and Family Resources and
General projects to be shown at all judging days.
(Livestock records due with this form.)
RETURN NO LATER THAN JUNE 4, 2010
NAME__________________________________AGE_____Date of Birth______________
(as of 9-1-09)
Address_____________________________________________City______________________
Phone_______________________4-H Club__________________________________________
I would like to enter the following 4-H Classes:
Project Name
Project Class
Type of Exhibit
I hereby certify that I have completed this project(s) on my own during this current 4-H year
AND/OR
I hereby certify that this livestock project has been cared for and maintained by me and my
immediate family during the required tenure of ownership (or leased in case of horse project) and
this project has not been cared for by a professional fitter or maintained at a professional fitter’s
facilities.
Signed by 4-H Member________________________________________
Premise I.D. Number_(optional)___________________________
Have your animals been tested? ___yes ___no. If no, Vet. Desired________________________
And how many animals to be tested: Dairy______Beef_____Swine_____Sheep_____Goat_____
Total number of animals you are bringing for 4-H Show AND Junior show:
Dairy___Beef___Swine___Sheep___Rabbits___Goats___Poultry___Horses___Bucket Calf___
Number of pens/cages needed for:
Dairy___Beef___Swine___Sheep___Rabbits___Goats___Poultry___Bucket Calf___
Circle the above category that you will be selling at the 4-H Auction (except no bucket calf).
I certify that the above member has met all pre-exhibit requirements as mentioned on the
previous page and is eligible to exhibit at this year’s 4-H Show.
4-H Club Leader’s signature_____________________________