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4H Objectives for the Ringgold County Fair
FOR 4H/FFA YOUTH:
 To provide a setting that encourages 4H/FFA members to further demonstrate, learn and apply practical and
university researched methods of production, management and/or marketing of their 4H/FFA accomplishments.
 To assist in the continuing life skill development of 4H/FFA members in the areas of self concept,
communication, decision making, learning how to learn, coping with change, citizenship and leadership.
 To provide an opportunity for 4H/FFA youth to measure their progress and skills against individual goals and
accepted standards.
 To provide an opportunity for 4H/FFA youth to participate in a variety of program opportunities beyond the
county level.
 To provide an opportunity for 4H/FFA members to gain personal satisfaction, meet new people, share ideas and
learn to work cooperatively with others.
FOR PUBLIC:
 To create an updated, comprehensive image of Iowa’s 4H Youth Development program to the Fair public.
 To provide a showcase for accomplishments of 4H/FFA youth.
 To stimulate interest and learn new ideas from the variety of 4H/FFA projects and experiences available.
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Ringgold County Fair Public Notices:
In compliance with Chapter 104A of the American Disabilities Act:
 Handicap Parking—handicap parking shall be available, all of which shall be located as closely as possible to the
area of fair activities.
 Motorized Wheelchairs—all motorized wheelchairs will be accepted and permitted on the fairgrounds.
 Request for Assistance—upon request for assistance by a disabled person to enter upon, go to and from the
grandstand or other place of activity, if reasonably possible, authorized personnel will assist.
The Ringgold County Fair Boards’ Intent for a “No Accident” Fair:
 Adequate Police and Fire protection has been arranged for the duration of the fair. Cooperation by fair patrons
with these staff persons in requested.
 While the greatest possible care will be executed by the management to protect patrons of the Ringgold County
Fair, each individual will be held personally responsible for his/her actions, and the Ringgold County Fair Board
will not be accountable for any injury.
 The Ringgold County Fair Board assumes no liability for loss or damage to any property of the concessionaire,
exhibitor or patron, due to theft, fire, tornado, weather conditions or other causes.
 There will be absolutely NO SMOKING IN ANY OF THE FAIRGROUND BUILDINGS.
 There will be absolutely NO SMOKING AT ALL ENTERTAINMENT AND PUBLIC EVENTS.
 The Ringgold County Fairgrounds shall not solicit or accept any tobacco-related sponsorship or advertising.
Distribution of tobacco products, promotional items, and free samples of products identified with a tobacco
company will also be prohibited. This policy extends to any entity that leases, rents or otherwise holds events
on the property.
 Possession or use of drugs, tobacco or alcohol (for human or animal consumption), or creating a disturbance will
be grounds for dismissal from the Ringgold County Fair. (Exhibitors caught with the above will be asked to leave
the grounds with all their projects and will forfeit all premiums and ribbons/awards.)
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4H/FFA GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS
1. To be eligible to exhibit:
 4H members: completed 4th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) during the 2014-2015 school year
 Clover Kid: completed kindergarten through 3rd grade during the 2014-2015 school year; have limited fair
participation
 FFA members: completed 9th through 12th grade (or that equivalent) during the 2014-2015 school year
 An individual requesting accommodation to participate in the Ringgold County Fair should submit a
completed Special Accommodation Request Form to Dawn Dugan, County Youth Coordinator, at the Ringgold
County Extension Office. Because it can take time to plan for some accommodations, Extension and
Outreach requests that the form be submitted six (6) weeks prior to the event. Submitting a Request for
Services on short notice may reduce or limit Extension & Outreach’s ability to implement the
accommodations.
2. Exhibitors will participate according to the following divisions (based on grade most recently completed or its
equivalent):
 Clover Kids= grades Kindergarten—3rd (limited fair participation)
 Juniors= grades 4th—6th
 Intermediates= grades 7th—8th
 Seniors= grades 9th—12th (or that equivalent)
3. A 4H exhibitor must have participated in the project or program from which the exhibit comes. Each exhibit must be
the work of the 4H’er during the current 4H year.
4. All exhibitors and program participants are expected to be cooperative, courteous and good 4H representatives
while on the Fairgrounds and participating in 4H events. Use or possession of alcoholic beverages (for human or
animal consumption) or drugs on the Ringgold County Fairgrounds will result in disqualification of the exhibitor’s
entry and/or continued participation by the 4H’er in the event. Ribbons/awards and premium monies will be
forfeited as well.
5. The Ringgold County Fair Board, Ringgold County Extension staff, Ringgold County 4H & Youth Committee and
Division Superintendents will not consider a protest, complaint, or appeal based upon the statement that a judge or
judges are incompetent. All judges’ decisions are FINAL. If an individual has a complaint, it must be brought to the
4H Office (for 4H or FFA), or Fair Board Secretary (open class). For 4H or FFA complaints, the Ringgold County 4H &
Youth Committee will make the final decision.
6. The Ringgold County Fair will use all precautions to ensure the safety of animals or articles entered for exhibition
after their arrival and placement at the Ringgold County Fair. However, under no circumstances will they be
responsible for loss, injury or damage. Exhibits at the Ringgold County Fair are entered and displayed at the risk of
the exhibitor.
7. Appropriate dress:
 When exhibiting livestock—
Ringgold County Fair exhibitor t-shirt (excludes 4-H club shirts), FFA exhibitor’s t-shirt and/or jacket, or a
white shirt, blue jeans or dark slacks, boots are preferred (no caps or hats will be allowed); exhibitor number
(exception is the horse show – see Horse Department rules for requirements)
 When exhibiting static exhibits (Exhibit Building projects) or communication
presentations—
Ringgold County Fair exhibitor t-shirt or apparel representative of the 4H Youth Development program
(excludes 4-H club shirts); communication presenters may wear apparel appropriate to the presentation; FFA
exhibitor’s t-shirt and/or FFA jacket
Please Note: 4-H Exhibitor Shirts are available for purchase at: Extension office prior to fair; 4H office during fair
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8. 4H/FFA exhibitors will be awarded premium monies for exhibits brought to the Ringgold County Fair. Monies are
based upon a formula that considers: the amount of funding available by the Ringgold County Fair Board, the
overall total number of exhibits at the fair, the kind of exhibit and the ribbon received. Premium monies are
distributed at the end of the 4H year.
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9. The Ringgold County Fair has adopted the “Iowa Youth Code of Ethics.” All youth and parents/guardians MUST
adhere to the “Iowa Youth Code of Ethics” upon exhibiting at the fair.
Youth are expected to be sincere, honest and act in sportsmanlike ways at all times. Youth represent the entire
program and their behavior reflects on their parents, leaders, club and the entire youth program. All adults involved
with the youth program, leaders as well as parents, are expected to set positive examples and serve as positive role
models by what they say and so. Any youth who breaks the code of ethics or allows another person (adult or peer)
to talk them into violating the code of ethics agrees to forfeit all prizes, awards and premiums. The youth may also
be prohibited from exhibiting at this and future exhibitions including the Iowa State Fair and other county, state, or
regional exhibitions.
Any violation of these rules at the Ringgold County Fair will be managed by the Ringgold County 4H & Youth
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The following is a list of guidelines for all exhibitors and all livestock in competitive events:
a. I will do my own work, appropriate for my age and physical and mental development. This includes research
and writing of exhibit explanations, preparing exhibits (such as sewing, cooking, refinishing, etc), care and
grooming of animals, etc. Adult assistance should help guide and support me, not do it for me.
b. All exhibits will be a true representation of my work. Any attempt to take credit for other’s work, alter the
conformation of animals, or alter their performance is prohibited. Copyright violation or allowing others to
complete your exhibit is considered misrepresentation and is prohibited.
c. I will treat all people and animals with respect. I will provide appropriate care for animals.
d. I will present exhibits that are safe for consumption. All food exhibits will be safe to exhibit and for judges to
evaluate. Other exhibits will be safe for judges to evaluate and for exhibition.
e. All food animals that may be harvested immediately following the show shall be safe for consumers, and shall
have met all withdrawal times for all medications, and be free of violative drug residue.
f. If any animals require medical treatment while at the fair or exhibition, only a licensed veterinarian may
administer the treatment. All medications that are administered shall be done according to the label
instructions of the medication used.
g. My animal’s appearance or performance shall not be altered by any means, including medications, external
applications and surgical procedures. Any animals that are found to have changed its appearance or its
performance shall be disqualified from the show, and have penalties assessed against the exhibitor, parent
and/or guardian by the management of the fair or exhibition.
h. I will follow all ownership and possession rules and, if requested, will provide the necessary documentation.
i. I will follow all livestock health requirements for this fair or exhibition, according to the state health
requirements as printed in the premium book of the fair or exhibition. I will provide animal health certificates
from a licensed veterinarian upon request from the management of the fair or exhibition.
j. By my entering an animal in the fair or exhibition, I am giving consent to the management of the fair or
exhibition to obtain any specimens of urine, salvia, and blood or other substances from the animal to be used in
testing. If the laboratory report on the analysis of any sample indicates a presence of forbidden drugs, this shall
be evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed
that the sample tested by the laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in question, its
integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collection and preservation, transfer to the laboratory and
analysis of the sample are correct and accurate and the report received from the laboratory pertains to the
sample taken from the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the animal at the time the
sample was taken, with the burden on the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian to prove otherwise.
k. I am responsible for my exhibit and I will not allow others to violate this code on my behalf. By my entering an
exhibit in this fair or exhibition I will accept any disciplinary action taken by the management of this fair or
exhibition for any violation of this code of ethics and any other rules of competition of the fair or exhibition
without recourse against the fair or exhibition.
l. I want my exhibit to be an example of how to accept what life has to offer, both good and not so good, and how
to live with and learn from the outcome.
m. I will not be involved in any illegal activities while participating in 4H and FFA events, including but not limited to
alcohol, tobacco or drug use.
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Ringgold County 4H Exhibit Building
This department is open to 4H youth who are participating in 4H Youth Development programs conducted by Iowa State
University Extension. FFA members are allowed to participate with photography exhibits (general and photography
specific rules must be followed).
All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the 4-H General Exhibit Rules, 4-H General Rules and Regulations,
and all 4-H department exhibit class rules and regulations.
General Exhibit Rules
1. Age for Exhibiting:
at the County Fair—4H’ers who have completed 4th grade through 12th grade (or equivalent); Clover Kids may
participate with exhibits in the 4H Exhibit Building; FFA members who have completed 9th through 12th grade.
at the State Fair—4H’ers who have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or equivalent) and have not
graduated from high school before 2015
2. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation in 4-H projects
or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent
all or part of the learning in the project or program.
3. Exhibits previously entered in an FFA Ag Science Fair or any other FFA events or competition may not be
entered in any 4-H exhibit class.
4. Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright restrictions, safety and
approved methods will be disqualified and not put on public display.
5. Exhibit pre-entry is not required (exception: Communication entries—see specific classes for details).
6. 4H’ers are not limited in the maximum number of exhibits that they may bring to the County Fair, with one
project area exception: Photography—youth are limited to entering 5 photography exhibits. The exhibit
should reflect the best quality the exhibitor has completed. Each exhibit must have an accompanying writeup answering the questions found on the “Exhibit Write-Up Form” or in Rule 10 (exceptions: photography
exhibits only need the “4H Photography Exhibit Form”; 4H Communication poster exhibits only need the
“Poster Exhibit Entry Form”; clothing events need correct accompanying form). Each exhibit MAY ONLY be
exhibited in one class—the exhibitor should pick the class that best fits the exhibit and its goal(s).
7. Due to security, 4-H’ers are discouraged from sending items that have special meaning and historical value
as the exhibit or part of an exhibit. The Ringgold County Fair Board and Iowa State University Extension will
use diligence to insure the safety of articles entered for exhibition after their arrival and placement, but will
not be responsible for damage or loss.
8. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned:
a. Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size
b. Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, model displays, etc., may not exceed 48” x 48”
in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.
c. Display boxes may not exceed 28”x22” in height or width and 12” in depth
9. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects), or songbird feathers and nest may NOT be
used in any exhibit.
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10. Copyrighted materials and designs may not be used in an exhibit that is presented as original work by the
exhibitor. Exhibitors must include permission from the copyright holder/owner when using copyrighted
materials. Exhibitors must give proper credit to the original source of all materials/designs used in exhibits.
(See also special rules for Visual Arts and general copyright information for 4-H’ers.)
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11. A written explanation, audio recording, or video recording is to be included as part of each exhibit. The
exhibitor should respond briefly to the following questions about the exhibit:
 What did you plan to learn or do? (What was your exhibit goal(s)?)
 What steps did you take to learn or do this?
 What were the most important things you learned?
**The information requested needs to be well organized and brief. Include all financial data needed to explain
project. Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutrition, photography, and visual art
classes. It’s also a good idea to include pictures of the exhibitor working on the exhibit in all phases.
12. Each item in an exhibit must be securely labeled, including the name of the club, class number, exhibitor’s
name, exhibitor’s grade and years of participation in the project. Labels should be placed on the back of
posters, notebooks and cards, on the bottom of jars, and in an inconspicuous place on other items. A
completed County Fair entry tag should be securely fastened to the main item in each exhibit on or near the
upper right corner or in an easily seen location. Entry tags are available at the Extension Office and will be
available at the 4H Exhibit Building on judging day.
13. All exhibits must be at the 4H Exhibit Building on entry day.
14. All exhibits in the 4H Exhibit Building will be judged using conference judging (one-on-one meeting between a
judge and the exhibitor). The 4-H’ers goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the
evaluation process. Refer to project “Judging Tip Sheets” located on each 4-H project page at:
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects for evaluation criteria.
15. Ringgold County has an assigned number of exhibits that may be selected to go on to the Iowa State Fair
(quotas are based on county enrollment). PLEASE NOTE: ONLY JUDGES, EXTENSION STAFF AND SELECTED
4H & YOUTH COMMITTEE MEMBERS WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE 4H EXHIBIT BUILDING DURING STATE FAIR
SELECTION OF COUNTY 4H PROJECTS.
16. All exhibits must remain until 1:00 pm Sunday afternoon.
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SPECIAL REMINDER: Most exhibit classes have specific guidelines and requirements that will be included in the judging
process. Members are highly encouraged to go to http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects to find information
about judging criteria for exhibits that they create from their 4-H project learning.
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Class Descriptions
ANIMALS
10101 Animal Science
An exhibit (other than the animal itself) that shows the learning about a large or small animal including beef, dairy cattle,
dairy goats, dogs, horse & pony, meat goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, sheep and swine. Ownership of any animal is not
required.
10102 Veterinary Science
An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy.
AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
10201 Crop Production
An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field crops.
10202 Environment and Sustainability
An exhibit that shows the connections between humans and their environment including energy, stewardship,
conservation, entomology, fish and wildlife, or forestry. Includes collections.
10203 Horticulture (includes Home Grounds Improvement)
An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, small fruits, vegetable and flower gardens,
and landscape design.
10204 Outdoor Adventures
An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking or other outdoor activities.
10205 Safety and Education in Shooting Sports
An exhibit that shows learning about safe and responsible use of firearms and archery equipment or wildlife
management. (The exhibit may not include actual firearms; archery equipment allowed if tips are removed from
arrows).
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10206 Other Agriculture and Natural Resources
An exhibit that shows learning about agriculture or natural resources and does not fit in any of the classes listed above.
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CREATIVE ARTS
10301 Music
An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composition and arrangements, instruments, musical styles
or history.
10302 Photography
An exhibit, either photo(s) or an educational display, that shows learning about photography from choosing a camera to
modifying your photo. Still photos only, not video.
Photography Special Rules:
1. Members are limited to entering 5 photography exhibits.
2. Photographs may be either black and white or color. They may be processed from negatives, slides, or digital
cameras and computer manipulation programs. Photographs must have been taken since your county fair of the
previous year.
3. Photographs should be a minimum of 4” x 6”. Finished size (including mounting/matting) of photographs should
not exceed 16” in height or width.
4. All photographs must be printed on photographic paper. Photos printed on canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc will only
be accepted as part of an educational display that shows learning about photography printing techniques,
display, merchandising, etc.
5. Mounted photos can be (a) flush-mounted [no board showing] on mounting board, or (b) with mount borders
[window mat or flat mount directly on board]. Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use ready-cut
window mats or have matting done professionally. 4-Hers are responsible for design decisions such as border,
color and size. Framed photographs (including floating frames) will not be judged.
6. Non-mounted photos may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering.
7. A series is a group of photographs or slides [3 to 5] that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Photographs
must be mounted together in story order or sequence. Slides should be numbered.
8. Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before changes.
9. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting.
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10303 Digital Photography Exhibit (a photo or series of photos submitted electronically, not printed)
Photos in this class will be submitted, viewed, and evaluated.
Digital Photography Exhibit Special Rules:
1. Photographs may be either black and white or color.
2. Photographs will not be printed.
3. Entries may be a single photo or a series of photos. A series is a group of photographs (3 to 5) that are related or tell
a step-by-step story. Series photo entries must have all photos in the series viewable at the same time
4. Photos entered should be submitted in the highest resolution possible. A finished file size of 1 MB – 3 MB is
recommended.
5. Photos should be submitted in an acceptable and commonly used format for ease of viewing.
6. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting.
7. Photography exhibitors must use the “Photo Exhibit Label” to provide required information for photo exhibits. The
“Photo Exhibit Label” may be submitted electronically with the photo entry.
8. Photos entered in this class will be evaluated on the same evaluation criteria used for printed photographs.
9. Digital photo exhibits must be submitted on a USB thumb drive in .jpg format.
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10304 Visual Arts
An exhibit that shows learning through original art, exploration of an art technique, or study of any other visual arts
topic.
Visual Arts Special Rules:
1. Exhibits made from kits or preformed molds will not be accepted. Exception: Preformed molds (greenware,
whiteware) may be used to provide the appropriate surface for a process technique or application of original
design.
2. If the exhibit is a finished art object, the source or inspiration of the design, design sketches, or other process for
creating the object and design must be included.
3. Original works of art must be a creative expression of a design unique to the artist, or represent a significant
modification to an existing design to make a new and original statement by the artist.
4. Exhibition of derivative works created by a 4-H’er is prohibited without the written permission of the original
copyright holder/owner. Use of copyrighted or trademarked designs, images, logos, or materials in 4-H visual
arts exhibits is prohibited unless written permission has been obtained from the copyright or trademark
holder/owner. For additional information, see 4-H Exhibit Copyright Information at
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/visualart.htm
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES
10401 Child Development
An exhibit that shows learning about children. Examples: child care, growth and development, safety and health,
children with special needs, and careers in child development.
10402 Clothing and Fashion
An exhibit that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and
clothing care. Exhibits may include constructed or purchased clothing and accessories.
12101 Fashion Revue: constructed garments
12201 Clothing Selection: purchased garments
12301 $15 Challenge: entire outfit of purchased garments cannot exceed $15
10403 Consumer Management
An exhibit that shows learning through savvy budgeting, comparison shopping, money management, and consumer
rights and responsibilities.
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10404 Food & Nutrition
An exhibit that shows learning through cooking, baking, eating and choosing healthy foods, including safety practices.
Exhibits may include prepared products or educational displays. See also 4-H 3023 “Inappropriate Food Exhibits for Iowa
4-H Fairs” for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products.
Food & Nutrition Special Rules:
1. Any exhibit considered to be a food safety risk or portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged or
displayed.
2. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption.
3. Food product exhibits must be prepared, baked or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers.
4. Products that require refrigeration will not be accepted, judged or displayed.
5. Meat jerky products are prohibited.
6. The recipe must be included for any prepared food exhibit; credit the source of the recipe.
7. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label. Only food processed after August 1, 2014
is acceptable. Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation must be
used.
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8. Preserved food exhibits must include two product samples. One will be opened for evaluation and
discarded; the second will be placed on display and returned to the exhibitor. All perishable food products
will be discarded when removed from display.
9. Prepared food entries MUST include 7 product samples. One will be tasted for evaluation and then
discarded; one will be displayed in the club booth; the 5 remaining will be consigned to 4H and sold privately
with funds raised going to the Ringgold County 4H program. Products should be placed on a firm disposable
plate or flat cardboard. Place exhibit in a reclosable plastic bag.
10. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted.
10405 Health
An exhibit that shows learning through food choices, safe activities and skills such as first aid and CPR, careers, and
healthy lifestyle choices.
10406 Home Improvement
An exhibit that shows learning in planning, improving and caring for your home living space. Exhibits may include new or
refinished/reclaimed/restored items.
10407 Sewing and Needle Arts
An exhibit that shows learning and skill in sewing, knitting, crocheting, or other needle arts, the use and care of fabrics
and fibers, or the construction of clothing and other items.
10408 Other Family and Consumer Science
An exhibit that demonstrates learning about a family and consumer science topic that does not fit any previous Family &
Consumer Science class listed.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
10501 Citizenship
An exhibit that shows learning about or contributing to your community, your country or your world.
10502 Communication
An exhibit that shows learning about written, oral, and visual communication skills in their many forms.
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10503 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit
Special poster exhibit to visually tell a story or idea about 4-H to the general public. Exhibitors must use one of the
following themes:
 4-H is…(open to 4-H’er’s interpretation)
 Join 4-H
 Dare to Discover (2015 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme)
 Nothing Compares (Iowa State Fair theme)
4-H Poster Communication Special Rules:
1. Only one poster per 4H’er may be entered. Two entries from Ringgold County will be accepted by State Fair.
2. ALL posters MUST be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core board—size minimum of
14”x20” or maximum 15”x22”.
3. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal,
oils, collage.
4. Posters CANNOT be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may NOT extend more than 1/8 inch
above the poster or foam core board.
5. Each poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to the back.
6. Posters CANNOT use copyright material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4H Youth
Conference theme logo.
7. 4H’ers may include the 4H clover in the poster.
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10504 Digital Storytelling
Any exhibit that demonstrates the application of technology to produce a creative movie/film/video. Exhibits may
include a finished movie or video, creation of a detailed storyboard, editing techniques using digital video software,
production techniques, or other display to share what was learned. Copyright permission must be obtained for any nonoriginal material included as part of a film/movie/video.
10505 Leadership
An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a positive way.
10506 Self-Determined
An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4-H adventure and does not fit any other class.
SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
10601 Mechanics
Any exhibit that shows skills or learning in automotive, electrical, small and large engines, tractors, welding, and
restoration.
10602 Woodworking
Any exhibit that shows learning about wood, woodworking techniques, and safe uses of woodworking tools and
machines. Exhibits may include newly constructed or refinished/reclaimed/restored wood items.
10603 Science, Engineering & Technology
Any exhibit that shows learning about or helps explain how science and technology help us interact with the world.
Topics include aerospace, biological and chemical sciences, computers & networking, earth & climate, geospatial
mapping (GPS/GIS), robotics, or any other application of Science, Engineering, or Technology.
4-H Communication Event Program
This department is open to youth who are participating in the 4-H Youth Development programs conducted by Iowa
State University Extension.
All participants are responsible to read and comply with 4-H General Rules and Regulations, and specific event rules and
regulations.
Purpose: The Communication Event program provides opportunities for 4-H youth to develop their personal
communication skills by sharing talents, knowledge, or information with others. The events provide a series of
developmental experiences for different age levels.
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General Communication Event Program Rules and Regulations
4-Her’s who have completed 4th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2015 are eligible to participate;
Iowa State Fair participation is limited to those that have completed 5th grade through 12th grade in 2015.
Exception: Share The Fun and Extemporaneous Speaking – see event rules for age guidelines.
Educational Presentations and Working Exhibit may be given by one or more 4-H’ers. Teams consisting of youth
of mixed grades will be entered in the class of the member in the highest grade level (example: a team with a
5th grader and an 8th grader must be entered in the intermediate/senior class).
Communication Event Program entries must be entered using the “Communications Entry Form” available in the
“4-H’er Fair Book” or at the Extension office. Entry deadline is June 30th at 4:30 pm.
Topics selected by the 4-H’er(s) should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience(s). Topics should be
appropriate for presentation to a general audience.
Participants in the 4-H Communication Programs are expected to wear appropriate clothing representative of
the 4-H Youth Program and/or the topic of the presentation.
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6. 4-H’ers must use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. Educational Presentations and Working
Exhibits involving food must follow established foot safety guidelines.
7. All participants are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not
be distributed without permission.
8. Entries will be selected from the county communications event program to represent us at the Iowa State Fair.
(Iowa State Fair rules must be adhered to for participation there)
EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
Provide an opportunity for 4-Her’s to demonstrate communication skills by presenting knowledge, information, or a
process to an audience in order to gain a desired response.
Junior presentations must not exceed 15 minutes; Intermediate/Senior presentations must not exceed 20 minutes.
11101 Educational Presentations (Junior)—To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 4th, 5th or 6th
grade in 2015.
11102, Education Presentations (Intermediate/Senior)—To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th12th grade in 2015.
WORKING EXHIBIT
Provide an opportunity for 4H’ers to communicate, interact with, and teach an audience in an informal and experiential
way. At the county fair level, working exhibits shall last 15 minutes; at the State Fair level, Junior working exhibits will
be scheduled for 25 minutes and Intermediate/Senior working exhibits will be scheduled for 45 minutes.
11201 Working Exhibit (Junior)—To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 4th, 5th or 6th grade in 2015.
11202 Working Exhibit (Intermediate/Senior)—To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th-12th grade
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SHARE THE FUN
Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to share their skills and talents before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment.
11301 Share The Fun Program
Share The Fun Special Rules:
1. Eligibility—4-H’ers who have completed 4th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2015. Exception:
If the Share The Fun act involves a whole club, the following criteria must be applied to determine if the club can
be eligible for the Share The Fun program at the Iowa State Fair:
 At least 80% of the performing group must have completed 5th through 12th grade in 2015.
2. Performances MUST NOT exceed 8 minutes in length.
3. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dance, and other entertainment will be acceptable. All performances
must be appropriate for presentation to a general audience.
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4H/FFA Livestock Rules & Regulations
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General Rules
1. Should general and department rules conflict, the latter will govern. Exhibitors failing to comply with any of the
rules are subject to all premium cancellations and disqualifications from future participation in the Ringgold
County Fair. Interpretation of rules, when necessary, shall be the responsibility of the department
superintendent and Ringgold County 4H & Youth Committee.
2. Unless otherwise specified entries in livestock divisions are limited to youth who have completed 4th grade
through 12th grade (or that equivalent) during the 2014-2015 school year.
3. Only livestock projects which have been enrolled by the exhibitor and listed by the exhibitor on a Livestock
Identification/Verification Report Form (4H 106 LS) or comparable county form filed in the Ringgold County
Extension office by their respective due dates may be entered. (This applies to all animals with exception of
rabbits, poultry and pets which have less restrictive identification rules.) All 4H/FFA livestock must meet
ownership/possession identifications and requirements outlined in 4H 202 at time of identification. When
registration papers are involved, papers must be in the exhibitor’s name or show a logical family relationship.
4. All market livestock MUST attend their respective county weigh-in in order to be considered identified/verified
for the Ringgold County Fair and other 4H shows. A beginning weight will be established for those market
projects and those projects will automatically be entered into the rate of gain contest. **Contact the Ringgold
County Extension office to inquire about Iowa State Fair and AK-SAR-BEN requirements.
5. The responsibility for making proper entry rests upon the exhibitor. COUNTY FAIR ENTRY FORMS are available
at the Ringgold County Extension office, online at the Ringgold County Extension website and/or in the “4H’er
Fair Book.” All entries must be submitted to the Extension office prior to the entry deadline of July 1.
6. Departments and/or class(es) with limited participation may result in an elimination of that department and/or
class(es).
7. FOOD SAFETY QUALITY ASSURANCE—All livestock exhibitors (except horse and dog) MUST successfully complete
Food Safety and Quality Assurance training or testing in order to be able to show at the Ringgold County Fair.
8. Livestock may be stalled at the Ringgold County Fairgrounds beginning at 6:00 am on Thursday, July 9; all
animals MUST be in place at the Ringgold County Fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thursday, July 9. All animals will
be checked in by division superintendents and/or Extension staff at the respected times stated in the fair book.
Please note: No late arrivals of any livestock will be allowed.
9. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to furnish their own bedding in assigned stalls and/or pens (exception: Beef
and Horse participants—see department rules). All stalls and pens MUST be cleaned out at the end of fair
otherwise premium money will be forfeited.
10. All livestock must have their first feeding and watering prior to 9:00 a.m. and remain in
the barns except when being groomed, fitted or exercised.
11. Any animal that becomes wild or uncontrollable, causing a safety concern during the show may be declared
ineligible by the department superintendent.
12. BEGINNER’S CLASS—An educational beginner’s class will be offered at the beginning of each species’ show. In
order to be eligible to show in this class, it must be the exhibitor’s 1st year showing in that particular species.
Exhibitors showing in the Beginner’s Class will also show their animal in a regular division class.
13. SUBSTITUTE SHOWMAN—Excusing a member from personally exhibiting his/her animal(s) defeats one of the
important objectives of 4H work. Hence the Ringgold County 4H & Youth Committee does not approve the use
of substitute showmen except in extreme cases.
If a 4H exhibitor is injured or seriously ill at the time of the show or is involved in another Ringgold County Fair
activity with a non-flexible schedule at which their presence is mandatory the 4H exhibitor may submit a request
for a substitute showman. The substitute showman must be a 4H’er eligible to exhibit at the Ringgold County
Fair and approved in advance of the show by the Ringgold County 4H & Youth Committee and/or Extension staff.
An exhibitor, who has more than one animal in a class, need not secure approval for another eligible showman
to exhibit one of his/her animals.
14. APPROPRIATE DRESS: Ringgold County 4H/FFA exhibitor t-shirt (excludes club shirts) or plain white shirt, blue
jeans or dark slacks, boots are required (no caps or hats will be allowed); exhibitor number. (Exception: Horse
exhibitors must follow dress code requirements found in the horse division rules) Exhibitors not complying with
dress code will not be allowed to show.
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15. Showmanship classes will be held in the various species of livestock: Beef, Dog, Goat, Horse, Poultry, Rabbit,
Sheep and Swine. Exhibitors in all classes of livestock are eligible to participate in the showmanship contest with
these guidelines:
 Pre-entry is not required.
 Showmanship awards may be won only one year in each division
o Junior Showmanship: grades 4th – 6th
o Intermediate Showmanship: grades 7th- 9th
o Senior Showmanship: grades 10th – 12th
o Winner’s Showmanship: any past junior, intermediate and senior showmanship winner still
showing in respective species is eligible to enter. Current year winner is also eligible.
 Winner’s Showmanship: To be eligible to show in the Winner’s Showmanship class you need to
have won in the Junior, Intermediate or Senior Showmanship division. Once you win your age
group, you can move to the Winner’s Showmanship until eligible for the next level. Example: if you
win Junior Showmanship in 5th grade, you would be eligible for Winner’s Showmanship that year and
also while in 6th grade. Then you will move to Intermediate Showmanship in 7th grade.
 The only exhibitors eligible to show in two showmanship classes a year would be that year’s Jr., Int.
and/or Senior Showman. Previous winners of the Winner’s Showmanship are eligible to show each
year in Winner’s Showmanship or their appropriate age division until no longer eligible to show at
the county fair.
 Animals exhibited in showmanship classes must be owned by the exhibitor and must have been
exhibited in an earlier class.
 Selection will be based on: fitting the animals, the exhibitor’s showing performance, the exhibitor’s
knowledge of the animal and his/her presentation of the animal (in response to the judge, ring man,
other exhibitor’s), the exhibitor’s use of grooming and handling equipment
16. It is the intent that the 4H/FFA members take responsibility for caring for, grooming and/or fitting his/her own
animals. If assistance is needed, it should be aimed at helping the 4H/FFA’er learn new skills and be done by an
immediate family member (i.e.: parents, grandparents, siblings, legal guardians), a 4H volunteer (i.e.: club
leader, department superintendent) and/or another Ringgold County 4H’er. A 4-H volunteer will only be allowed
to help with an animal if asked to do so by the exhibitor/family, and done with the exhibitor/family present.
17. Only first and second placing animals in each individual class are eligible to compete for Grand Champion and
Reserve Champion.
18. Department superintendents, 4H & Youth Committee members and/or Extension staff have the authority to
enforce all general and department rules. First offense of a rule being broken will be a warning; second offense
will lead to disqualification from the specie show that is in question. Premium money will be withheld from
anyone disqualified.
19. Dismissal time of ALL animals not being sold will be Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am.
20. Early dismissals will be considered by the 4-H & Youth Committee on a case-by-case basis as long as a “Release
of Livestock Request” form has been filled out and turned into the Extension office 2 months in advance.
Consideration will be based on youth exhibiting livestock at another show; the release is no earlier than 8 hours
before the regular dismissal time of 5:00 am on Sunday. If early dismissal is granted, or if an exhibitor takes
their animal home without permission, all fair premiums will be forfeited.
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Premium Sale
1. 4-H and FFA member exhibiting any animal at the 2015 Ringgold County Fair is eligible to participate (includes
market & breeding beef, market & breeding & dairy goats, horses, market & breeding sheep, market & breeding
swine, all poultry, all rabbits, and dogs)
2. 4-H and FFA member MUST be present at the sale to participate.
3. No animal will go thru the ring, but rather the 4-H/FFA member. The member will be expected to talk to the
crowd, sharing what he/she brought to the fair and how their exhibits performed. May share other info as see
fit.
4. Each 4-H/FFA member will only go thru ONE time.
5. The bidder’s money will go directly to the 4-H/FFA member.
6. All animals may then be taken home, elsewhere to show, etc.
7. If a 4-H/FFA member does not want to take their animal(s) home, the slaughter option is still available. The
animals will not go thru the ring, only sold to the buyer at floor price. Please Note: The 4-H/FFA member’s
animal(s) may still be sold to an individual (for butchering, etc), but that will need to be worked out on an
individual basis by those involved.
Note: Market Beef exhibitors will need to declare at the fair check-in if their calf will be participating in the Tyson
carcass evaluation program. No changes can be made once this declaration is determined. Program participants
will receive premium monies as well as monies based on how it graded and yielded.
8. Exhibitors are encouraged to dress for the sale as they would for showing.
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Continued in 2015: Champion Breeding and Market beef, swine, sheep and goats at the 2015 Ringgold County Fair
are invited to participate at the South Central Iowa Showdown in Corydon at the end of July against champions from
other participating counties. Participation is at the discretion of the exhibitor. If a champion exhibitor chooses not to
participate, then the invitation will be extended to the Reserve Champion exhibitor.
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Beef Department
Superintendents: Ryan Bailey
The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
Stall assignments will be decided by department superintendents. Ideally stall assignments will be positioned so
that an exhibitor’s animals are all together; all a 4H club’s members will be together.
Department Superintendents will arrange for bedding to be available at the fairgrounds. It will be the
exhibitor’s responsibility to move bedding to their assigned stalls and/or pens. Stalls and pens MUST be cleaned
out at the end of fair otherwise premium money will be forfeited.
STALL FEE: There will be a $5/head fee; $5/pen fee (to cover bedding expenses) paid at the time of County Fair
Entries (July 1).
All show boxes and related equipment MUST be in the barn alley behind the livestock in assigned stalls or in the
grooming facility. No equipment will be permitted in empty stalls. Provided there is adequate room for ALL
exhibitors, the Superintendents can provide leadership regarding the placement of tack.
The grooming facility IS the designated location for all beef grooming/fitting to occur. NO grooming chutes will
be allowed in the cattle barn or outside areas.
Overnight tie-outs for cattle WILL ONLY BE PERMITTED AT DESIGNATED AREAS. The earliest animals are to be IN
the tie-out area is 7:00 pm; animals must be OUT of tie-out area by 9:00 am. Exhibitors MUST furnish their own
bedding at the tie-outs.
Livestock trailers WILL NOT be permitted in barn area once unloading has occurred. Animals will not be allowed
in livestock trailers once entry of animal has been made.
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Market Beef
1. Entries are open to all market steers/heifers which have been weighed and tagged at the county winter weighin. Information entered into the “4H Online” database will be considered accurate and may not be changed.
2. LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to bring to fair weigh-in and exhibit 3 market beef animals (steers and
heifers combined).
3. ARRIVAL: Market Beef entries must be at the fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thurs., July 9
4. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: Weigh-in for all other market beef will be at 10:30 am on Thursday, July 9 at the show
arena scale.
5. Market beef classes will be based on fair weigh-in weights. Absolutely NO re-weighs will be allowed.
6. Market beef weighing less than 800 pounds at fair weigh-in will be shown in a feeder class.
7. In order for a market beef animal to be considered for a blue ribbon, it must have an average daily gain of:
market heifer = 2.0 pounds per day; market steer = 2.2 pounds per day.
8. Calves identified at the county winter weigh-in will automatically be entered in the Rate of Gain contest. Rate of
Gain will be figured from winter weigh-in to fair weigh-in. NOTE: Ribbons and plaques will be awarded to the
top Rate of Gain animals—NO premium money.
9. RELEASED: All market beef will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am. (exception: those calves
participating in the Tyson carcass evaluation program will stay until shipping time)
10. Classes:
Class 11: Beginner’s Class Market Beef
Class 12: Individual Market Beef Heifers
Class 13: Individual Crossbred Steers
Grand and Reserve Champion (1st and 2nd place animals in each individual class)
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Feeder Calves
Entries are open to calves born between January 1, 2015 and May 1, 2015. They must be identified by ear tag or
tattoo in the “4-H Online” database by May 15.
Entries may be steer, heifer or bull feeder calves. Entries may either be from a cow/calf pair OR can be a
separate project. Feeder calves CANNOT be a bucket calf project.
All calves must be broke to lead and to stand tied.
LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to exhibit 2 entries.
CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: Entries must be on the grounds by 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11.
Feeder calves will be evaluated on their potential to become a market or breeding animal and their
conformation the day of the show.
RELEASED: Feeder calves will be released after the beef show on Saturday, July 11.
Classes:
Class 21: Feeder Calf—Steers
Class 22: Feeder Calf—Heifers
Class 23: Feeder Calf—Bulls
Breeding Beef
1. Entries are open to heifers and/or cows that have been identified in the “4-H Online” database by May 15.
Purchased animals must have been secured prior to May 15.
2. LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to bring to fair weigh-in and exhibit 3 heifers and 2 cow/calf pairs.
3. ARRIVAL: Breeding Beef entries must be at the fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thurs., July 9.
4. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: All heifers/cows will be checked in at 10:30 am on Thursday, July 9 by going through the
show arena scale. Tattoos will be checked during the check-in; registration papers for purebred heifers will be
checked during the check-in.
5. All heifers and cows MUST be tattooed to be able to be shown. Calfhood vaccination is not required unless the
heifer or cow was purchased in Missouri or Texas.
6. There will be separate classes for commercial and purebred heifers. Commercial heifers will be shown by
weight; Purebred heifers will be shown by age.
7. If an exhibitor DOES NOT have registration papers for their purebred heifer, that calf will be shown as a
commercial heifer and shown by weight.
8. Cows in the Cow/Calf class MUST have been a past 4H project of the exhibitor’s, identified on a past year’s
Breeding Beef Identification Report. Cows can be shown in only one class (Class 34).
9. A Supreme Champion and Reserve Supreme Champion will be selected from the registered and commercial
champions; champion cow/calf pairs will not be shown for Supreme Heifer.
10. RELEASED: All breeding beef will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am.
11. Classes:
Class 31: Beginner’s Class for Beef Heifers
Class 32: Commercial heifer born between Jan. 1, 2014 to Dec. 31, 2014
Class 33: Registered, purebred heifers born between 01-01-2014 to 12-31-2014
(each breed WILL HAVE a class no matter the number of calves)
Class 34A: Cow/Calf Class: Cows born between 01-01-2013 to 12-31-2013 with 1st calf
Class 34B: Cow/Calf Class: Cows born before Jan. 1, 2013
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Bucket Calf
Superintendent: Tiffany Bolles
Entries are open to either crossbred, purebred or dairy calves born after January 1, 2015. Entries must be
identified by ear tag or tattoo in the “4-H Online” database by May 15.
The calf must have been bucket or bottle fed (NO nursing permitted).
LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors may identify up to 3 animals but can exhibit only 1 bucket calf per year.
PROJECT WORKSHEET: Exhibitors are expected to complete a project worksheet that the Superintendent will
provide to them prior to fair time. This worksheet MUST be turned in to the Extension Office on Wednesday,
July 8—judges will refer to this during conference judging.
ARRIVAL: Bucket calf entries must be at the fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thurs., July 9
CONFERENCE JUDGING: Conference judging will start at 1:00 pm on Friday, July 10 at the 4H Office. The
superintendent will assign judging times to all exhibitors.
Judging will be based on the following:
a) What the exhibitor has learned about the care and raising of the calf.
b) The fitting and showing (according to beef or dairy guidelines) of the calf with
c) emphasis on what the exhibitor has learned.
d) The general health and appearance of the calf and the exhibitor’s knowledge in the health area.
e) The completed record on the calf to include: purchase price, labor and feed costs, vet costs, etc., plus
exhibitor observations and comments on raising bucket calves.
All bucket calves must be halter broke. Calves will be shown on Saturday, July 11 @ 11:30 am. Placings will be
announced at that time. The superintendent may divide or combine entries at his/her discretion.
RELEASED: All bucket calves will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am.
Classes will be divided as follows:
Class 51A: Juniors
Class 51B: Intermediates and Seniors
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Bucket Calf Plus One Year
1. Entries are open to calves born between January 1, 2014 and June 15, 2014. Entries MUST have been identified
by an ear tag in 4H Online the previous year as the 4H member’s 2013 - 2014 4H project. The calf did not have
to be shown at the 2014 Ringgold County Fair, but it had to be identified in 4-H online. Entries must be identified
in the “4-H Online” database by May 15 as either a market beef animal (entered after county weigh-in) OR as a
breeding beef animal.
2. LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to exhibit 3 entries. The animals may be shown as either: Bucket Calf Plus
One, Market Beef and/or Breeding Beef. (example: heifer calf may be shown as both Bucket Calf Plus One AND
as Breeding Beef)
3. PROJECT WORKSHEET: Exhibitors are expected to complete a project worksheet that the Superintendent will
provide to them prior to fair time. This worksheet MUST be turned in to the Extension Office on Wednesday,
July 8—judges will refer to this during conference judging.
4. ARRIVAL: Bucket Calf Plus One entries must be at the fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thursday, July 9.
5. CONFERENCE JUDGING: Conference judging will start at 1:00 pm on Friday, July 10 at the 4H Office. The
department superintendent will assign judging times to all exhibitors.
6. Judging will be based on the following:
a) What the member has learned about care and raising of the calf.
b) The showing of the calf (according to beef guidelines) with emphasis on what the member has learned.
c) The general health, condition and management of the calf and the 4H’ers knowledge of the area.
7. Calves will be shown on Saturday, July 11 @ 11:30 am. Placings will be announced at that time. The
superintendent may divide or combine entries at his/her discretion.
8. RELEASED: All calves will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am.
9. Classes:
Class 52: Bucket Calf Plus One Year
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Goat Department
Superintendent: Scott Giles
1. The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
2. Entries shown as Market Goats must have been weighed and tagged at the county spring weigh-in. Information
entered into the “4H Online” database will be considered accurate and may not be changed. Entries shown as
breeding goats or dairy goats must have been identified in the “4-H Online” database by May 15. Purchased
animals must have been secured prior to May 15. No goat may be exhibited in both market and breeding
classes.
3. LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to bring to fair weigh-in and exhibit 5 individual goats —any combination
of dairy, market and breeding; and one pair of market goats.
4. All goats must have identification (tag or tattoo) to be shown at the Ringgold County Fair.
5. The USDA Scrapies Program requirements will be followed. A scrapie tag must be present in all sexually intact
goats participating in the Ringgold County Fair. Wether goats are exempt, except for wethers crossing state
lines.
6. ARRIVAL: Goat entries must be at the fairgrounds by 9:00 am on Thursday, July 9.
7. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: ALL goats will be checked in at 9:00 am on Thursday, July 9 at the show arena scale.
Scrapie tags will be checked during the check-in; market goats will be weighed.
8. No goat may be exhibited in both market and breeding classes.
9. All animals must be taught to lead and shown with a collar in all classes.
10. Pygmy goats will be shown in their own class.
11. RELEASED: All goats exhibits will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am
Dairy Goats
1. Only does may be exhibited.
2. Dairy entries must be dehorned or have tipped horns in order to be exhibited. Tipped horns must be blunt
enough not to present a safety hazard. No sharp points allowed on horns.
3. Dairy Goat classes will be broken out according to age.
4. Does 24 months of age or over which have never freshened CANNOT be shown.
5. OPTIONAL—Dairy entries may be clipped if so desired.
6. Classes:
Class 62: Junior Doe — 4 months and under 8 months of age
Class 63: Junior Doe — 8 months and under 12 months of age
Class 64: Senior Doe — 12 months and under 24 months of age (milking)
Class 64-2: Senior Doe – 12 months and under 24 months of age (not milking)
Class 65: Senior Doe — 2 years and over (must have freshened)
Champion and Reserve Champion Dairy Goat will be selected.
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Market Goats
Entries are open to either wether or doe market goats which have been weighed and tagged at the county
spring weigh-in.
Entries must have been born after January 1, 2014.
Market entries must be dehorned or have tipped horns by fair check-in. Tipped horns must be blunt enough not
to present a safety hazard. No sharp points allowed on horns.
Market Goat classes will be broken out according to weights at fair.
Absolutely NO re-weighs for class divisions.
Goats identified at the county spring weigh-in will automatically be entered in the Rate of Gain contest. Rate of
Gain will be figured from county spring weigh-in to fair weigh-in. NOTE: Rosettes will be awarded to the top
Rate of Gain animals—NO premium money.
OPTIONAL—Market entries may be clipped if so desired.
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8. Classes:
Class 66: Individual Market Doe
Class 67: Individual Market Wether
Champion and Reserve Champion Market Goat will be selected.
Class 67.5: Pair of 2 Market Goats
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Breeding Goats
Only does may be exhibited.
Breeding entries are allowed to be horned.
Breeding Goat classes will be broken out according to age.
Does 24 months of age or over which have never freshened CANNOT be shown.
OPTIONAL—Breeding entries may be clipped if so desired.
Classes:
Class 68: Junior Does—under 12 months
Class 69: Senior Does— 12 months and under 24 months
Class 69.5: Senior Does-- 2 years and over (must have freshened)
Champion and Reserve Champion Breeding Goat will be selected.
Class 61: Pygmy Goats
Class 61.5: Other Goats
Sheep Department
Superintendents: Tim Creveling and Matt Weeda
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1. The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
2. Entries shown as Market Lambs must have been weighed and tagged at the county spring weigh-in. Information
entered into the “4H Online” database will be considered accurate and may not be changed. Entries shown as
breeding sheep must have been identified in the “4-H Online” database by May 15. Purchased animals must
have been secured prior to May 15. No sheep may be exhibited in both market and breeding classes.
3. Market lambs are open to purebred, grade or crossbred wether or ewe lambs born after January 1, 2015.
4. LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to bring to fair weigh-in and exhibit 3 individual market lambs; one pair of
2 market lambs; 2 entries for a class in Purebred ewe lambs, Purebred yearling ewes, Purebred ram lambs,
Commercial ewe lambs, or Commercial yearling ewes.
5. All sheep must have a 4H or FFA ear tag to be shown at the Ringgold County Fair.
6. The USDA Scrapies Program requirements will be followed. A scrapie tag must be present in all ewe lambs and
yearling ewes participating in the Ringgold County Fair. Wether lambs are exempt, except for wethers crossing
state lines.
7. ARRIVAL: Sheep entries must be at the fairgrounds by 9:00 am on Thursday, July 9.
8. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: All sheep will be weighed in at 9:00 am on Thursday, July 9 at the show arena scale.
Scrapie tags will be checked during the check-in; registration papers and Association tags for purebred lambs will
be checked during the check-in.
9. Market Lamb classes will be based on fair weigh-in weights. Absolutely NO re-weighs will be allowed.
10. Lambs weighing less than 100 pounds at fair weigh-in will be shown in the feeder class.
11. In order for a market lamb to be considered for a blue ribbon, it must have an average daily gain of .75 pounds
per day.
12. Lambs identified at the county spring weigh-in will automatically be entered in the Rate of Gain contest. Rate of
Gain will be figured from county spring weigh-in to fair weigh-in. NOTE: Rosettes will be awarded to the top
Rate of Gain animals—NO premium money.
13. Purebred classes will be provided for all recognized breeds. Commercial classes are for crossbred ewes and
must not be eligible to register.
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14. All lambs must have been shorn to be exhibited. Suggested fleece lengths:
a) Market lambs — 1/2 inch
b) Breeding sheep — 1/2 inch to a maximum 3/4 inch
(Exception: wool breeds, no maximum length)
15. RELEASED: All lamb exhibits will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am.
16. Classes:
Class 71: Beginner’s Class — all exhibitors will be in the same class
Class 72: Purebred ewe lamb born after January 1, 2015
Class 73: Purebred ram lamb born after January 1, 2015
Class 74: Purebred yearling ewe born between 09-01-2014 to 12-31-2014
Class 74A: Yearling, which lambed in 2015
Class 74B: Yearling, which has never lambed
Class 75: Commercial ewe lamb born after January 1, 2015
Class 76: Commercial yearling born between 01-01-2014 to 12-31-2014
Class 76A: Yearling which lambed in 2015
Class 76B: Yearling which has never lambed
Class 77: Individual market lamb born after January 1, 2015
Class 78: Pair of 2 market lambs
Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected in each
Purebred breed, Commercial Ewes, Market Lamb, Market Lamb Pair.
Swine Department
Superintendent: Donnie Pollock
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1. The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
2. Entries are open to swine that have been tagged and identified in the “4-H Online” database by May 15.
Purchased animals must have been secured prior to May 15.
3. Market swine entries MUST be accompanied with an exhibitor/family premise ID number in order to be allowed
on the fairgrounds. That number must be on an “Iowa 4H Animal Care and Management Disclosure Statement”
for Market Swine and on file in the 4H Office. Note: Individual market swine may be either barrows or gilts.
4. The Market Swine and Commercial Gilt shows are non-terminal: all individuals shown may be taken back home
it the exhibitor chooses to do so. Exhibitors taking swine back to the farm do so at their own risk and MUST fill
out proper paperwork with Extension staff before the swine leave the fairgrounds.
5. Swine appearing to be unhealthy are encouraged to be kept at home and not brought to the Ringgold County
Fair to be shown.
6. LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to bring to fair weigh-in and exhibit 2 commercial gilts, 3 individual market
swine, one Pen of 3 market swine, and one carcass swine.
7. ARRIVAL: Swine entries must be at the fairgrounds by 8:00 am on Thursday, July 9.
8. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: All swine will be weighed in at 8:00 am on Thursday, July 9 at the show arena scale.
9. Swine entries must meet a minimum weight of 230 pounds. Those swine entries not making the required
weight of 230 pounds will show in a light-weight class and will be limited to receiving a blue ribbon; not eligible
for Champion and Reserve Champion. Please note: they may also take a dock in price when sold.
10. Commercial Gilts and Individual Market Swine classes will be divided by weight.
11. Commercial Gilts cannot be shown in any market class, including the Pen of 3.
12. Carcass class entries will be shown in Carcass Class ONLY.
13. RELEASED: All swine exhibits will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00am.
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Class 82:
Class 83:
Class 84:
Class 85:
Class 86:
Beginner’s Class — all exhibitors will show together
Commercial Gilts — born after January 1, 2015
Individual Market Swine — born after January 1, 2015
Pen of 3 Market Swine — born after January 1, 2015
Carcass Swine — born after January 1, 2015
Champions and Reserve Champions will be selected in Commercial Gilts, Individual Market Swine, Pen of 3 Market Swine
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Horse, Mule and Pony Department
Superintendents: Jay and Pat Meester
Assistant: Maria Weeda
The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
Entries are open to horses that have been identified in the “4-H Online” database by May 15. Purchased animals
must have been secured prior to May 15. Leased horses must fill out additional paperwork available in the” 4H’er Fair Book.” PLEASE NOTE: Leased horses are only allowed to be entered in showmanship, riding and driving
classes because these classes are judged on the 4H’er’s ability to exhibit the animal, not on the quality of the
animal.
No stallions other than CURRENT year’s foal will be shown.
LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to exhibit 2 horses in Halter classes, and 1 in each Performance or Game
Class.
Stall assignments will be decided by department superintendents. Ideally stall assignments will be positioned so
that an exhibitor’s animals are all together; all a 4H club’s members will be together.
Department Superintendents will arrange for bedding to be available at the fairgrounds. It will be the
exhibitor’s responsibility to move bedding to their assigned stalls. Stalls MUST be cleaned out at the end of fair
otherwise premium money will be forfeited.
ARRIVAL: Horse entries must be at the fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thursday, July 9.
CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: All horses will be checked in by Superintendents and then stalled.
It is recommended that all horses be vaccinated for influenza approximately 14 days prior to the Ringgold
County Fair.
All horse entries are required to stall in the Horse Barn during the Ringgold County Fair for the duration of the
fair, unless permission is given by the 4H & Youth Committee for early dismissal.
If an exhibitor cannot handle their horse safely, the horse will not be allowed to be shown. Upon permission of
the 4H & Youth Committee, the department superintendents may ask that the exhibitor take the horse back
home.
Exhibitors are responsible for bedding and stall clean-up. Horse entries must be cared for and managed by the
exhibitor.
It is REQUIRED that all horse project members, including 4H and FFA, wear equine helmets any time they are
riding their horse—during judging and warm-up.
APPROPRIATE DRESS: Exhibitors must wear any solid-colored long-sleeve, button-up shirt with collar; blue jeans
or dark slacks; boots are preferred; exhibitor number. In halter and showmanship classes, exhibitors are
expected to wear a cowboy hat. 4-H armbands must be worn on the upper left arm. Exhibitors not complying
with dress code will not be allowed to show.
Only the exhibitor may ride their horse with the exception of a parent, family member, 4H leader or division
superintendent during exercise or warm-up periods. Horses will be led to and from warm-up area. NO horses
are to be ridden on the Fairgrounds except in designated areas, arena, or warm-up area. NO HORSES ARE
ALLOWED TO BE RIDDEN OFF OF THE FAIRGROUNDS ONCE ENTERED.
Horses should be clipped prior to the fair and groomed in stall at the fair.
Horses will be shown in classes according to height and will be measured by Superintendents.
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All Performance classes will be divided into 3 divisions—
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o Junior Exhibitors (grades 4th—8th)
o Senior Exhibitors (grades 9th—12th)
Animals must be shown by exhibitor without assistance.
All classes will be judged by standards in “A Guide for 4H Light Horse Shows and Events in Iowa” (publication 4H
511C)—available at the Extension Office. Exception: The selection of the champion and reserve champion in
halter will follow AQHA rules which state: Grand Champion shall be selected from the first place class winners;
the second place horse in the class from which the grand champion had been selected shall be placed in line
with the first-place class winners to be judged equally for the Reserve Champion.
RELEASED: All horse exhibits will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am.
Halter Classes:
Class 91: Beginner’s Class —all exhibitors in same class
Class 92: 2015 Foals —
A. Pony (projected mature height is 56 inches or under)
B. Light Horse
C. Draft Horses
D. Mules
Class 93: Yearling born between January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014
A. Pony
B. Light Horse
C. Draft Horse
D. Mule
Class 94: Two year old born between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013
A. Pony
B. Light Horse
C. Draft Horse
D. Mule
Class 95: Three year old and older, born before January 1, 2013
A. Pony
B. Light Horse
C. Draft Horse
D. Mule
Class 96: Mare and Foal — Mare with foal born after January 1, 2015
A. Pony
B. Light Horse
C. Draft Horse
D. Mule
Rabbit Department
Superintendent: Deb Reasoner
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Class 97: Showmanship
Performance classes: ( note: Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected in each class)
Class 98: Western Pleasure — Ponies ( ponies 56 inches and under)
Class 99: Western Pleasure — Light Horse (over 56 inches)
Class 910: Western Horsemanship
Class 911: Reining
Class 912: Junior Cloverleaf Barrel Racing (4th—8th grade)
Class 912: Senior Cloverleaf Barrel Racing (9th—12th grade)
Class 913: Junior Pole Bending (4th—8th grade)
Class 913: Senior Pole Bending (9th—12th grade)
Class 914: Junior Trail Class (4th—8th grade)
Class 914: Senior Trail Class (9th—12th grade)
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Reminder: The selection of the champion and reserve champion in halter will follow AQHA rules which state: Grand Champion shall be selected from the first
place class winners; the second place horse in the class from which the grand champion had been selected shall be placed in line with the first-place class winners
to be judged equally for the Reserve Champion.
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1. The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
2. Entries are open to those commercial and/or fancy rabbits identified in the “4-H Online” database by May 15;
those market/meat rabbits (meat pen, roaster, single fryer) identified in the “4-H Online” database by June 30.
3. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: Will be between 2:00 and 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 8 at the 4H Office. This
procedure will include verifying class entries and handing out pen cards and exhibitor numbers.
4. ARRIVAL: Rabbit entries must be at the fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thursday, July 9. Exhibitors are asked to
bring at least 1 cage to house their exhibit(s) for the duration of the fair.
5. LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to exhibit 5 standard bred rabbit entries, 1 meat rabbit pen entry, 1 fryer
entry and 1 roaster entry.
6. RELEASED: All rabbit exhibits will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 am
Standard Bred Rabbits
1. Entries in the commercial and fancy divisions are limited to purebred rabbits of recognized breeds and varieties.
2. Rabbits will be judged following the current American Rabbit Breeders’ Association (ARBA) standards and rules,
which is based on the age of the rabbit.
3. Use show date as date to determine age of class entry.
4. Exhibitors are limited to a combined total of 5 rabbits in the commercial and fancy classes.
5. Awards will be given in each breed for Best of Breed and Best Opposite Sex. A Best Commercial, Best Fancy and
Best in Show will be selected.
6. Classes—
Commerical Rabbits: (breed examples: Californian, Palomino, Satin)
Class 7001: Senior Buck
Class 7002: Senior Doe
Class 7003: Intermediate Buck
Class 7004: Intermediate Doe
Class 7005: Junior Buck
Class 7006: Junior Doe
Fancy Rabbits: (breed examples: Dutch, Rex, Netherland Dwarf)
Class 7101: Senior Buck
Class 7102: Senior Doe
Class 7103: Junior Buck
Class 7104: Junior Doe
Single Fryer
Single fryer consists of one rabbit not over 10 weeks of age and not over five pounds.
This class allows crossbred rabbits.
Each exhibitor is limited to one single fryer entry. The fryer must not be pulled from the meat pen.
Champion and Reserve Champion Single Fryer will be selected.
Classes—
Class 7302
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Meat Pen
1. Meat pen will consist of three rabbits of the same breed and variety. Age limit not over ten weeks and weight
limit not over five pounds each.
2. This class allows crossbred rabbits, however, they must be of the same variety.
3. Each exhibitor may enter one meat pen.
4. Champion and Reserve Champion Meat Pen will be selected.
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Class 7301
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1. Roaster consists of one rabbit under 6 months of age with a minimum weight over five pounds and maximum
weight of eight pounds.
2. This class allows crossbred rabbits.
3. Each exhibitor is limited to one roaster entry.
4. Champion and Reserve Champion Roaster will be selected.
5. Classes—
Class 7303
Supreme Market Rabbit Champion will be selected from the Champion Meat Pen, Champion Single Fryer and Champion
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Poultry Department
Superintendent: Deb Reasoner
The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
Entries are open to the number reported on the Ringgold County Fair Entry Form.
CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: Will be between 2:00 and 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 8 at the 4H Office. This
procedure will include verifying class entries and handing out pen cards and exhibitor numbers.
ARRIVAL: Poultry entries must be at the fairgrounds by 10:00 am on Thursday, July 9. Exhibitors are asked to
bring at least 1 cage to house their exhibit(s) for the duration of the fair, if possible.
LIMITATIONS: Exhibitors are allowed to exhibit one entry per class; Fancy and Rare Birds are allowed 3 entries.
Poultry entries must be pullorum thyoid tested either before coming to the fair or once they arrive at the
fairgrounds by a certified tester on site. If tested on site, there will be a $0.50 charge per bird.
Entries in Market Poultry classes will be judged on health, feathering, conformation (breast, back, legs and
thighs, fleshing and flesh covering).
Entries in Production Poultry classes will be judged on uniformity, maturity, development (handling qualities,
pigmentation, molt and general conformation to breed characteristics).
RELEASED: All poultry exhibits will be dismissed on Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00am
Classes:
Class 121:
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Class 123:
Class 124:
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Class 127:
Class 128:
Fryers under 5 pounds (Pen of 5)
Broilers over 5 pounds (Pen of 5)
Production Class (Pen of 5 pullets)
Laying Project (Pen of 5 hens)
Capons over 6 pounds (Pen of 2)
Other Poultry—Market (Pen of 2—ducks, geese, turkeys, etc.)
Other Poultry—Production (Pen of 2 – one male, one female—ducks, geese, turkeys)
Fancy and Rare Birds
Dog Department
Superintendent: Barb Clark
6. All dogs must be accompanied by a current certificate of rabies vaccination.
7. All dogs must be on a leash or crated while waiting for their class.
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1. The Ringgold County Fair “General Rules & Regulations” and “Livestock Rules & Regulations: General Rules”
apply to this department.
2. Entries are open to dogs that have been identified in the “4-H Online” database by May 15.
3. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: Will be between 2:00 and 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 8 at the 4H Office. This
procedure will include verifying class entries and exhibitor numbers.
4. ARRIVAL: All dogs may arrive at the fairgrounds on Friday, July 10 prior to the Dog Show starting at 4:00 pm at
the Show Arena.
5. Exhibitors must own, train and care for their dog entry. It is highly recommended that all dog entries be
vaccinated for parvo virus.
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Dogs may be entered in ONLY one obedience class.
For the exhibitor and dog to advance to the next novice class they must receive a Blue ribbon.
RELEASED: Dogs will be released after the dog show on Friday, July 10.
Classes: Obedience
Class 111A: Pre-Novice — For dogs in first year of training. Dogs will heel, stand for examination, recall, and do
figure 8 all while on a leash. They will do long sits for one minute and down for 3 minutes on leash.
Class 111B: Pre-Novice — For members who have completed 1 or more years of 4H dog obedience training.
Dogs will heel, stand for examination, recall, and do figure 8 all on a leash. They will do long sits for one minute
and down for 3 minutes on leash.
Class 112: Novice — For dogs in second year of training. Dogs will heel on and off leash, stand for examination
off leash, recall off leash, and do long sits for one minute and down for 3 minutes off leash.
Class 113: Graduate Novice — Dogs in 3rd or 4th year of training. Dogs will heel on leash, heel free and figure
8, stand for examination off leash, drop on recall off leash, and do sits for 3 minutes and down for 5 minutes
with owner out of sight.
Class 114: Open Class — Dogs will heel free and figure 8, drop on recall, retrieve on flat, retrieve over high jump
and broad jump, and do 3 minutes sit and 5 minutes down with owner out of sight.
Class 115: Utility — Dog will do scent discrimination (selection of articles handled by owner), directed retrieve,
signal exercises (hand signals), directed jumping and long stand (minimum of 3 minutes) for examination.
12. Classes: Other classes
Class 116: Grooming – Entries in this class must be a part of the 4H member’s dog project. Scoring 50%
grooming, 30% handling, 20% appearance of member (this will be on the same day as the dog judging).
Class 117: Showmanship — Entries in this class must be a part of the 4H member’s dog project. Each exhibitor
is limited to one entry. Scoring 50% on handling, 30% on the grooming of the dog, and 20% on the appearance
of the handler and oral questions.
Class 118: Parlor Tricks – Entries in this class must be a part of the 4H member’s dog project. 4-H member may
demonstrate the dog’s ability to perform a trick or several tricks (examples, but not limited to: sit, shake, roll
over, play dead, fetch).
Class 119: Agility – Entries in this class must be a part of the 4H member’s dog project. 4-H member may
demonstrate the dog’s ability to complete an agility course consisting of jumping thru a hoop, jumping over an
object, weaving in and out, going over a seesaw.
4H Challenge Recipe Contest
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Only youth enrolled in 4H are eligible to participate. The entries will be judged based on: flavor, color, texture,
uniformity, and freshness of ingredients. Ribbons will be awarded as seen fit, with Champion and Reserve Champion
plaques also awarded.
1. ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN: Entries need to be brought to the 4H Office. After signing in, a coinciding number will be
placed on the entry. Entries must be in place by 10:00 am Saturday.
2. JUDGING REQUIREMENTS: Entries MUST include 7 product samples. One will be tasted for evaluation and then
discarded; one will be placed in the club booth; the 5 remaining will be consigned to 4H and sold privately with
funds raised going to the Ringgold County 4H program. Products should be placed on a firm disposable plate or
flat cardboard. Place exhibit in a reclosable plastic bag.
3. JUDGING: Entries will be judged at 10:30 am Saturday.
4. RECIPE:
Pork & Bean Bread
1 cup raisins
1 tsp cinnamon
1 cup boiling water
½ tsp baking powder
3 eggs
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup oil
½ tsp salt
2 cups sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 (16 oz) can pork & beans
1 cup nuts
3 cups flour
Mix raisins with boiling water. Stir and set aside. Beat eggs, oil, sugar and pork & beans until beans are broken.
Fold in flour and rest of dry ingredients to bean mixture. Add nuts and vanilla. Drain raisins and add, stirring to
mix well. Pour batter into 3 well-greased loaf pans. Bake at 325 degrees for 50-60 minutes. Let bread sit for 2
minutes then take out of loaf pan and place on cooling rack.
Ringgold County Fair 4-H Youth Pie Baking Contest
All youth are invited to participate in this annual event. The pies are to be baked by the exhibitor and upon completion
of judging they will be consigned to the 4H and Youth Committee to be sold at the livestock auction(youth present to sell
the pie he/she made). Funds received from auctioning the pies will be used to support Ringgold County 4H activities and
scholarships for out-of-county 4H activities throughout the 4H year.
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Only youth enrolled in 4H are eligible to participate.
No cream pies.
Must be a two crust pie from scratch.
No canned fillings. Use ONLY fresh fruit for filling.
Pies must be in a 9-inch disposable pie tin enclosed in a plastic bag.
Pie recipe DOES need to be included.
Pies must be brought to the 4H Office by 2:00 pm on Sunday, July 12 to be judged. Judging will take place
thereafter.
8. Grand and Reserve Champion pies will be selected; all pies will receive a ribbon. Premiums will be awarded
for participation.
9. 4H members are asked to be present to sell the pie he/she made during the livestock auction.
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1. An opportunity to exhibit a bottle calf, bottle lamb or bottle goat born between January 1, 2015 and June 30, 2015.
The animal only needs to come to the fair the day of the show.
2. Clover Kids and any boy or girl age 5 to 10 (not enrolled in 4H) may participate. Two children from one family
meeting these requirements may both show one animal.
3. Costuming of the child and/or animal is encouraged, but not mandatory.
4. Judging is based on a short interview and appearance of the animal and child. This is for fun so be creative and have
a good time.
5. Animal needs to be in good health to participate.
6. Entry is made by contacting the Ringgold County Extension office at 464-3333 or Connie Richards. Entries need to be
made prior to the start of the fair.
7. Animals will be exhibited at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11 in the Show Arena.
Future 4H’er Pet Show
Sponsored by: County Council
1. An opportunity to exhibit pets at the county fair. The pet only needs to come to the fair the day of the show.
2. Open to any youth in grades kindergarten thru 3rd grade. Two children from the same family meeting these
requirements may both show the same pet.
3. Judging is based on a short interview and the appearance of the pet.
4. Awards will be given based on a characteristic of the pet (example: the rabbit with the longest ears, the dog with the
most hair, etc). This is for fun as well as to give the youth a taste of what it is like to exhibit an animal in 4H.
5. No pre-entry is required.
6. Pets will be exhibited at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 12 in the Show Arena.
4-H Club Herdsmanship Contest
Judged by: Ringgold County Fair Board
Superintendents will assign stalls or pens together by clubs.
Herdsmanship will be judged daily according to the following:
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CLEANLINESS OF ALLEYS AND STALLS OR PENS
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Bedding adequate, bright, dry, clean an in place; animals securely tied or penned; feed pans in front of
animals only at feed time; manure hauled out and deposited in proper place; alleys swept clean, free of
debris.
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ARRANGEMENT OF EXHIBIT
30 points
Exhibits lined up in attractive manner; show boxes out of the way; hay, straw and
feed neat and orderly.
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APPEARANCE OF ANIMALS
20 points
Animals clean and brushed; animals in stalls or pens between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.
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ATTENDANTS
10 points
Courtesy towards the fair goers walking through the area.
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Final placings are determined by the total score at the conclusion of the judging schedule. Results will be announced at
the animal sale on Sunday night of the fair. Cash prizes will be awarded to the clubs.