Franklin County Junior Fair – Hilliard, Ohio
DEPARTMENT 65 - JUNIOR FAIR SPECIAL EVENTS
JUNIOR FAIR 2015 ONLINE ENTRIES DEADLINE IS JUNE 20, 2015
ENTER ONLINE AT https://www.BlueRibbonFair.com/BRFairProd/BlueRibbonStart.aspx?ID=1700
Participants must enter their Youth Organization’s division to be eligible to participate in
Department 65 events.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 101 - CREATIVE BAKING CONTEST
Judging Date: Tuesday, July 7
Judging Check-In Time: 5:00PM
Judging Location: Nationwide Ohio 4H Center, 2201 Fred Taylor Lane
Judging Starts: 6:00PM
Awards: Upon Completion of judging (approximately 7:30PM)
Exhibitor Tasting: Upon completion of Awards
Cost of Tasting: $2.00
Auction Date: Thursday of County Fair
Auction Location: Entertainment Tent - Fairgrounds
Bake Sale/Silent Auction Check-In: 1:00 - 1:30 pm
Auction Check-In: 12:30-1:30 pm (in order of sale)
Auction Start Time: 1:30 pm
Silent Auction Bidding/Bake Sale will both end prior to start of Live Auction
Directors in Charge: Debbie Johnson and Kathy McNutt
Event Volunteers: Sharla House
AWARDS
1st - 5th Place - Ribbons
1st - 2nd Place - Buyers Rosettes
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by deadline. Official Entry Form can be
found in the pre fair packet or can be found online under Junior Fair Premium Book at
http//www.fcfair.org/junior-fair. Complete recipe information is required.
Novice Chef Class: (age 8 and in the third grade – age 11 as of January 1, of the current year)
Class 1
Sweet or Savory Trail Mix – (with or with out heat source in preparation)
Class 2
No Bake Cookies (must be grain based)
Class 3
Sweet/Savory Crescent Roll Creations (must be food safe & include canned Crescent Rolls)
Class 4
Drop or Rolled Cookies (no cut outs, no icing, drizzle, glaze or anything added after baking)
Class 5
Muffins
Class 6
Iced Cookies (no decorations)
Class 7
Bar Cookies (with or without icing)
Class 8
Quick Bread (made in a loaf pan, no icing, glaze or drizzle)
Class 9
Creative Bakery Coffee Cake
Class 10
Concoction using a Cake Mix, single layer ( must include a cake mix)
Master Chef Classes: (Ages 12-18 as of January 1, of the current year)
Class 11
Wheat Flour Alternative Dessert
Class
Class
Class
Class
Class
Class
Class
Class
Class
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Creative Bakery on a Stick (Cookies, Cake Pops, Pastry, etc)
Cookie Mix in a Jar with Final Product
Fudge
Candy
Cake – 2 or more layers with icing (no decorations)
Plain or Fancy Yeast Bread or Rolls (may include fillings, drizzles, glaze, or icing)
Party Tray- any combination of 3 types; cookies and/or candies
Decorated Cupcakes (with icing, must have decorations added)
Pie or Tart (must include pie crust recipe)
Please Note: Class 9 may use a commercial cake mix, biscuit mix, pie crusts, etc. (but it can be made from
scratch if desired). Mix must have additional items added . Class 3 must include a can of Crescent Rolls,
with additional items added Class 10 must include a cake mix, with additional items added.
Please Note: No commercial frosting permitted in any class. Except Class 12
Please Note: All items must be covered for judging, auction and bake sale. (Auction and Bake Sale items
should be covered with a see-through product)
Please Note: Icing definition: Anything added on top of icing is a decoration. Anything incorporated into
icing is an ingredient.
Please Note: Cookies have a grain product as a base and candies do not.
Please Note: No alcohol may be added in any recipe
Please Note: No entries will be accepted after judging begins
PLEASE READ ALL RULES CAREFULLY!!
1. Contest Eligibility: Any current Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout, or Girl Scout member, 8 years
old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January 1, of the current year may enter. THERE
IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR. FAIRBOARD
2. Number of Entries: Exhibitors may make a maximum of two entries per age division with no
more than one entry per class. If an exhibitor wins in more than one class only one item will sell in
the auction (Judges Choice) the other will move to third place and sell in the Silent Auction.
3. Participation in Both Events: Participants may have a family member deliver baked item the day
of the judging but he/she must be present to sell their item the day of the auction.
4. Previous Winners: 1-3 place winning recipes from the previous year may not be resubmitted. If
you have won 1-3 place in any class you may not enter that class the following year.
5. Pre-Registration Required: Each entry MUST be submitted on the Official Recipe Form and
entered on the online system. A separate Official Recipe form should be used for each entry. All
recipes must be typed (no photocopies or hand written recipes will be accepted) and entered on an 8
1/2 x 11 sheet of paper attached to the Official Entry form. Format for typed recipe is: Title of
Recipe, Listing of Ingredients used in the order they are used with the amount noted, Preparation
Directions, and Quantity the Recipe Makes. Preparation Directions should include baking
instructions, (i.e: time, temperature, and pan size, if applicable).
6. Recipe: A copy of the Official Recipe Entry Form can be found in the pre fair packet or can be
found under Junior Fair Premium Book at http//www.fcfair.org/junior-fair. Additional copies may
be duplicated as needed.
7. Age Divisions:
Novice Chef is for ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 years old as of January 1, current year
Master Chef is for ages 12-18 as of January 1, current year.
8. Recipe Acceptance: If the recipe is entered in the wrong category, it will be moved into the
appropriate category at the discretion of the contest committee. If a class is cancelled due to
insufficient entries the participant may enter a new recipe upon notification by the committee. A
class will be cancelled if it has less than three entries.
9. Class Break Down: If there are more than 20 entries in a class the Jr. Fair Board reserves the right
to split the class if they deem it necessary.
10. Required Food Safety Guidelines: Only products that may be safely stored at room temperature
may be entered. All eggs and tofu must be cooked. Cream Cheese may not be used in any icing.
Custard or cream pies will not be permitted. The eligibility of all recipes will be determined by the
superintendents and all decisions are final. If you have questions about the eligibility of a recipe,
contact kathymcnutt@columbus.rr.com before entering it or choosing a recipe.
11. Required amount of Recipe for Judging: Participants must bring the following to judging:
Cookies - 1 dozen
Bar Cookies - 1 dozen
Coffee Cake – 1 whole
Brownies - 1 dozen, cut
Pie - Whole Recipe
Bread - 1 loaf, 1 ring, 1 dozen rolls
Muffins/cupcakes - 1dozen Cake - Whole Recipe
Quick Bread - 1 loaf
Candy/fudge - 1 dozen
Mix in Jar - 1 dozen & jar Trail Mix – 3 cups Tray- 4 each
12. Covering of Food Items: All items brought to judging must be brought in a disposable container
(no glass or metal pan except class 13 and 20). All items must be covered.
13. Attach Recipe to Food Item: All recipes must be firmly attached to the bottom of the item (not
the covering) for judging and bake sale. Recipes need to be included in the basket/item to be
auctioned.
14. Sale Eligibility: 1st and 2nd place winners in each class will be entitled to sell their entries at the
Creative Baking Auction. Exhibitors will be limited to selling one item in the auction. Should two
items be eligible, only one item will sell in the auction (Judges Choice) the other will go to third
place and sell in the silent auction.
 3rd Place winners will have the option to sell in a silent auction with minimum bid set but no
limit on maximum bid. Silent Auction will end before the main live auction begins. 3rd
Place winners are encouraged to contact buyers to bid on their items.
 4th- 5th place winners in each class will have the opportunity to sell their items in a Bake
Sale at the pre-determined price prior to the start of the Creative Baking Auction.
15. Taste Testing: Creative Baking participants and other interested individuals may purchase a $2.00
Taste Test To Go Box and sample as many entries as they like at the conclusion of the judging and
awards presentation. All products must be eaten off the premises. Junior Fair Exhibitors are
responsible for removing their entries 20 minutes after taste testing ends.
16. Sale Order for Creative Baking Auction: 6, 16, 8, 11,7, 12, 18, 2, 14, 5, 13, 4, 17, 3, 19,10, 1, 20,
9, 15
17. Sale Display: Participants must bring to the Junior Fair Creative Baking Auction and Bake Sale,
goods that are fresh, well-presented and completely baked and not burnt. Items selected to sell in
the auction or bake sale may be displayed in baskets or decorated to attract buyers. Baskets, plates,
etc. become the property of the buyer. A total recipe of the product is to be sold. If samples are
going to be distributed during the auction, a second batch should be made for this purpose. The
Junior Fair Creative Baking Auction Committee reserves the right to refuse the sale of any items
that does not meet the standards it met when it was selected or if the quality is questionable for any
reason (i.e. due to appearance, over baked, under baked, quantity, etc.) All items must be covered
with a see through covering.
 Auction Baskets must be able to be carried by the seller. The only additional assistance that
can be given is to pass out food samples.
 Basket value is limited to a total of $40.00 (includes basket and items in it)
18. Buyer Contact: First, Second and Third place winners are encouraged to contact potential buyers
for the auction and are required to participate in the Creative Baking Buyers Promotion and
Advertising Award Contest. Detailed Poster contest information available in Department 61,
Section 201, preregistration not required. If a winner does not participate in the poster contest they
will not be able to auction their baked goods in the auction. You must submit a poster and all listed
requirements for each winning 1st, 2nd and 3rd place recipe. Fourth and fifth place winners must
bring a copy of the invitation letter sent to potential buyer to bake sale check in.
19. Auction Check All 1-2 place items are to be checked in no later than 1:00 pm
20. Auction Commission: Participants of the auction and bake sale will receive 90% of the selling
baked good price. The remaining 10% will be used to support the contest through the purchase of
awards, supplies and promotions.
21. Auction Checks: Checks will not be issued until all buyer’s bills have been paid and their checks
have cleared. Allow 10-20 working days after the auction for checks to be mailed.
22. Bake Sale Prices: All items in the bake sale will sell for $30. Junior Fair Exhibitors will receive
90% of the amount from the item(s) they sell. If the item does not sell, the exhibitor will not be
paid. At the conclusion of the sale, her/she should pick up any item that has not been sold.
Exhibitors are required to contact a potential buyer, and bring with them to the bake sale a copy of
the letter they sent to the potential buyer. This letter makes others aware of items that will be sold
at the bake sale. Bake Sale will end prior to the start of the auction.
23. Committee Actions: The committee, in conjunction with the Director in Charge and event
volunteers reserve the right to act upon any circumstances not covered by these rules.
24. Questions: If you have any questions about the eligibility of an entry or contest rules, please
contact Kathy McNutt @ 314-8039 or kathymcnutt@columbus.rr.com.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 201 - PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW
Judging Date: First Saturday of fair
Check In: Seniors - 2:30 pm
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Activities Tent
Intermediate - 3:00 pm
Junior- 3:30 pm
Director in Charge: Debbie Johnson
AWARDS
1st -5th Place - Ribbons
Best of Show & Best of Class Rosette (for age class)
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Class 5
Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
Class 9
Class 10
Class 11
Class 12
Class 13
Junior - Nature
Junior - A Bug's Eye View
Junior - People
Junior - Vacation Treasures
Intermediate - Ohio the Heart Of It All
Intermediate – Seasons (Summer, Fall, Winter or Spring)
Intermediate – Sunrise/Sunset
Intermediate – Portraits - one or more people
Senior - Just Black and White
Senior – A Birds Eye View
Senior - Building/Structures or Cityscapes
Senior – Self Portrait or Selfies
Open – Photo Shopped
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January
1, as of the current year and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scouts or Girl Scout
Program. THERE IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR.
FAIRBOARD.
2. Age Divisions for Judging: Entries will be judged in the following divisions:
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Junior - ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 as of January 1, current year.
Intermediate - Ages 12 - 14 as of January 1, current year.
Senior - Ages 15 - 18 as of January 1, current year.
Open Class - all ages as defined under the eligibility rule.
Entry: Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Exhibitors may make only one entry per class. Exhibitors may enter in no more than 2 classes in
their age division and they may enter in the open class.
Requirement: Entries must be originals that are mounted and framed and ready to hang;
minimum picture size of 4" x 6" and maximum glass size of 8" x 10".
Judging Criteria: Entries will be judged on composition (lighting, lines, interesting, message,
background, eye appeal) and ability to connect to theme where appropriate.
Display: Photos of First Place in each class and Best of Show winners will be displayed in the
County Display. All entries must be picked up at the conclusion of the contest and may be taken
home or displayed in the club/youth group's booth. All pictures must be ready to hang.
Minimum Number of Entries: A class will be dropped if there is not a minimum of 3 entries. If
this occurs, a new photo for another class maybe entered upon notification by the committee.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 301 – INTERLOCKING BLOCK CONTEST
Judging Date: First Saturday of fair
Check in: Junior- 11:45
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Activities Tent
Intermediate/Senior - 12:15
Director in Charge: Debbie Johnson
Event volunteer: Chris Johnson
AWARDS
1st - 5th place -Ribbons
Best of Show - Award
Best of Class- Banner
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1
Class 2
Junior
Intermediate/Senior
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January
1, as of the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scouts or Girl Scout
Program. THERE IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR.
FAIRBOARD.
2. Entry: Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Exhibitors may make only one entry per class.
3. Age Divisions for Judging: Entries will be judged in two age divisions:
Junior - ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 as of January 1, current year
Intermediate/Senior - Ages 12 - 18 as of January 1, current year.
4. Requirements: This is an on-site challenge for participants to use their creativity to construct a
building, structure, or original design in the allotted time frame with the materials (Lego brand or
equivalent blocks) on a supplied base. Check in will be done by age group and in heats if necessary
5. Materials Provided: Junior Fair Board will provide materials for the participants.
6. Time Requirements: Participants will have the following time allotments to make their creations
Juniors - 20 minutes
Intermediate/Seniors - 20 minutes
7. Display: Photos of 1st Place winners in each class entries will be displayed in the Ganyard
Building.
8. Judging Criteria: Items will be judged on the use of materials, participant’s creativity, and
resourcefulness.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 401 - JUNIOR FAIR ROYALTY CONTEST
Interview & Contest Date: First Saturday of the fair
Location: Entertainment Tent - Fairgrounds
Event time: 7:00pm
Extension Educator: Beth Boomershine
Director in Charge: Denise Buergel
Event Volunteer: Elizabeth Hirth
Official Entry Form can be found in the pre fair packet or can be found online under Junior Fair Premium
Book at http//www.fcfair.org/junior-fair. Additional copies may be duplicated as needed.
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class
Class
Class
Class
1
2
3
4
Junior Fair Queen
Junior Fair King
Junior Fair Princess
Junior Fair Prince
1. Eligibility: King and Queen Contest open to youth who are 16 years of age as of January 1st of the
current year and who have completed their sophomore year in high school and who are not older
than 18 as of January 1, current year. Prince and Princess Contest open to youth who are 13 years
of age as of January 1st of the current year and who have completed the seventh grade of school and
who are not older than 15 as of January 1, current year. All contestants must have a minimum of
one year experience as a Junior Fair exhibitor or Junior Fair Board Member/ Intern, or one year of
4-H, Boy Scouts or Girl Scout participation. No previous Junior Fair King or Queen winner may
participate.
2. Requirements:
A. Application must include a current photo and letter of recommendation from the applicants
youth group's organizational advisor.
B. Semi-Formal attire is recommended for the contest.
C. There must be a minimum of two entries per class to hold that portion of the contest.
D. Entries close June 20
E. If selected the individual must be available for all events at the fair. Responsibilities include
being MC of the Creative Baking Auction, presenting awards after evaluations and shows
and during the Livestock Auction and being available for publicity opportunities.
F. If selected the winners will be asked to remove their royalty sash/crown/hat/shirts while
being evaluated at any Junior Fair Event.
G. All selected royalty will be required to participate in a meeting to discuss their
responsibilities at the fair and to be asked to sign a contract.
3. Selection Criteria: Selection will be based upon the 1) Application 2) 15 minute interview with a
panel of judges 3) Prepared 3-5 minute speech given at the contest on Saturday, opening day of the
fair, speech topics will be provided to the candidates prior to their interview 4) Answer an on-stage
question from the judges 5) Answer a Fish Bowl Question during the Contest. Judges will be
evaluating the candidates on these key factors: poise, personality, communication skills, appearance
and presentation, participation in Junior Fair and youth group activities, leadership roles and
achievements.
4. MC: The prior year’s Franklin County Junior Fair King and Queen will be the MC for the evening
of the contest.
5. Ohio State Fair Queen Representative: The current Fr. Co. Jr. Fair Queen will represent Fr. Co.
at the next Ohio State Fair’s Queen Contest.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 501 – SCRAPBOOK PAGE
Date: Tuesday during the fair
Check In: Juniors-5:00PM
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Activities Tent
Intermediates/Senior - 5:30PM
Director in Charge: Debbie Johnson
AWARDS
1st - 5th - Ribbons
Best of Show –Award presented to overall best page of both age groups
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1
Junior - Holiday
Class 2
Junior - Vacation
Class 3
Junior – My Pet
Class 4
Junior - A Day at the Fair
Class 5
Junior - Any other topic not listed
Class 6
Intermediate/Senior - Sporting Event
Class 7
Intermediate/Senior - School Event
Class 8
Intermediate/Senior - Youth Organization
Class 9
Intermediate/Senior - Wedding
Class 10
Intermediate/Senior - Any other topic not listed
Class 11
Group: Club/Organization Scrapbook of Previous Year
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January
1, as of the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout or Girl Scout
Program. THERE IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR.
FAIRBOARD
2. Age Divisions for Judging: Entries will be judged in two age divisions:
Junior - ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 as of January 1, current year.
Intermediate/Senior - Ages 12 - 18 as of January 1, current year.
3. Entry Requirements: Entry is a Single page. Page cannot be larger than 12 X 12. And must be in
a protective cover. Item cannot be used from a current 4-H Scrapbook project or current Scout
entry.
4. Awards: Will be presented at the conclusion of contest and during the Creative Expressions
Evaluation. Best of Show Award will be presented to the overall best page. Ribbons will be
awarded to the top five places in each class.
5. Displayed Items: Photos of 1st place pages will be displayed in the Fr. County Winners Area in the
Ganyard Building, all other entries should be displayed in the club/organization’s booths.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 601 - ARRANGEMENT CHALLENGE
$10.00 ENTRY FEE IS REQUIRED BY ENTRY DUE DATE - NO EXCEPTIONS - PLUS
ADDITIONAL FEE of $5.00 IF ALSO DOING HONORS
Date: Tuesday during the fair
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Activities Tent
Directors in Charge: John Hay and Debbie Johnson
AWARDS
1st - Ribbon and Award
2nd - 5th – Ribbon
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1
Intermediate/Senior
Class 2
Junior
Class 3
Honors - Previous years class winners (includes current year)
1
Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of
January 1, as of the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout or Girl
Scout Program.
2 Age Divisions for Judging: Entries will be judged in two age divisions:
Junior - ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 as of January 1, current year.
Intermediate/Senior - Ages 12 - 18 as of January 1, current year.
3 Entry Fee: A $ 10.00 entry fee made payable to the Franklin County Junior Fair Board must
accompany online enrollment. An additional fee of $5.00 is required if the participant is entering
in the Honors class. Without payment, entry is not valid.
4 Entry Requirements: Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current
year’s deadline. No last minute or on-site entries will be accepted.
5 Awards: An award will be presented to the winner of each class. Ribbons will be awarded to t
the top five places in each class.
6 Materials and Equipment: The Junior Fair Board will provide plant materials, containers and
bases. Contestants should bring their own equipment (snips, wire, ruler, etc).
6. Eligibility for Honors Class: The Honors class is open to all current and previous 1st place class
winners that meet the age requirement.
7. Arrangement Order: Intermediate/senior participants will arrange first, followed by Juniors. The
Honors class will be held last.
8. Arrangement Time Limits:
Intermediate/Senior: 15 minutes
Junior: 20 minutes
Honors: 10 minutes
9. Type of Arrangement: Classes 1-2 will design a round centerpiece not to exceed 12 inches high or
wide. The honors class may design a table centerpiece style of their choice.
10. Judging Criteria: Arrangements will be judged on basic arrangement points. After selection of
the overall winner, participants may take their arrangement home.
11. . Display: Pictures of winning arrangements will be displayed in the County Display area.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 701- EDIBLE ARRANGEMENT
Date: Wednesday during the fair
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Activities Tent
Check In: Youth 2:00 PM Junior 2:30 PM and then Intermediate/Senior 3:00 PM
Directors in Charge: Debbie Johnson and Kathy McNutt
AWARDS
Best of Class Rosettes
1st-5th Place Ribbons
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 2
Junior- Candy Arrangement
Class 3
Intermediate/Senior- Fruit/Vegetable Arrangement
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January
1, as of the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout, or Girl Scout
Program. THERE IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR.
FAIRBOARD.
2. Entry: Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Participants may enter in no more than 1 class.
3. Requirements: Participants must provide all material and supplies to create an edible arrangement
in the allotted time frame. 75% of the materials must be edible. Materials may be precut but all
construction must be done on site.
4. Arrangement Time Limits:
Junior: 30 minutes
Intermediate/Senior: 40 minutes
5. Display: Pictures of winning entries will be displayed in the Ganyard Building
6. Judging Criteria: Judging of entries will be based on creativity, eye appeal, resourcefulness, and
the ability to effectively work under pressure
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 801 - DUTCH OVEN
Date: Thursday during the fair
Starting Times:
Location: Activities Tent
5:30- Breakfast
6:00- Main Dish
6:30- Bread and Dessert
Directors in Charge: Debbie Johnson and Kathy McNutt
Event Volunteer:: Chris Johnson
AWARDS
1st and 2nd Place Banners for each Category
At least one team member must enter online through BlueRibbon. Note: Official Entry Form can be
found in the pre fair packet or can be found online under Junior Fair Premium Book at
http//www.fcfair.org/junior-fair. Complete recipe information is required.
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Main Dish (Stew, Meat Dish, etc.)
Dessert (Cobbler, Cake, etc.)
Breakfast
Bread Item
A Dutch Oven is a versatile piece of equipment, usually made of cast iron. You can cook or bake almost
anything in a Dutch Oven. It is the charcoal coals placed above and below which regulate the heat. With a
10" Oven 16 briquettes on the top and 8 underneath produce about a 375 degree F oven.
1. Eligibility: All members of the team must be over age eight and in the third grade as of January One
member of team must be over 18 years of age as of January 1, of the current year for safety purposes. At
least one member of the team must also be a participating member of the Junior fair through Franklin
County 4H, Boy Scout or Girl Scout Programs. Only team members are allowed in preparation and
cooking area. THERE IS A $2.00 PER TEAM ENTRY, FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR. FAIRBOARD.
2. Entry: A Jr. Fair Participant must make an entry through BlueRibbon for their team by current year’s
deadline. Participants may enter in no more than one class. Also one group paper registration form must be
completed and turned in (one per team) by entry deadline. Form can be found in the pre fair packet or can
be found under Junior Fair Premium Book at http//www.fcfair.org/junior-fair. Additional copies may be
duplicated as needed.
3. Check In: Teams must check in 15 minutes before the scheduled start of the event.
4. Entry Criteria: 3-5 member team. One member of the team must be an adult over the age of 18 to
provide supervision. Adults are only for supervision purposes. Adults can be used to help move the Dutch
Oven to the fire once filled and removing it from the fire due to its weight. Youth team members need to
be preparing the dish and handling the cooking. Each team will provide all needed items, including Dutch
Oven, charcoal fuel, ingredients, cooking utensils and preparation materials.
5. Recipes: Teams must provide a copy of the recipe used. The recipe may be typed or plainly printed on
a 8 1/2 x 11 inch sheet of paper. The recipe should include all the ingredients used with complete cooking
instructions, including Dutch Oven size and member of people served. The recipe must be turned in and
attached to the team registration form by current years entries deadline.
6. Allowed Time: Teams will be given 2 hours to prepare and cook their item for judging. Judging will be
done by a local panel. All judge’s decisions are final.
7. Food Safety: Teams must know and practice safe food handling procedures. Coolers should be used
for all refrigerated items. Keep hot foods above 140 degrees and cold foods below 40 degrees. All
handling and tasting utensils must be kept clean. The Jr. Fair Committee reserves the right to remove food
items from the area that is not handled properly.
8. Fire Safety: Use good fire safety practices. Keep yourself and the public safe. Charcoal must be used
in an appropriate manner so as to protect grounds and facilitate clean up. Gas or propane stoves are not
allowed, charcoal will be the only fuel source. No lighter fluid will be permitted. No charcoal with
chemical start will be allowed.
9. General Rules: At least one person must remain in the assigned area at all times. Cooking area must
be left clean. All charcoal, food, garbage must be removed at the end of the event. Finished entries will be
placed in containers provided by the Jr. Fair for judging. Interaction with the public is encouraged. Please
be courteous in sharing cooking information.
10. Dress Requirements: Jr. Fair Participants should dress appropriately for outdoor cooking. No open
toed shoes and hair must be pulled back.
11. Judging: Entries will be judged on preparation, appearance, taste, aroma, quality, overall appeal,
Dutch Oven technique and sportsmanship. All decisions of the judges are final.
12. Disclaimer: The Dutch Oven committee, and the Franklin County Fair Boards are not responsible for
accidents or damage incurred during the cook off.
13. Questions: contact Debbie Johnson, 614-804-8156.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 901 - VEGGIE/FRUIT CAR DERBY
Date: Monday during the fair
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Activities Tent
Director in Charge: Jon Hay and Debbie Johnson
Event Volunteer: Chris Johnson
AWARDS
1st Place Banners for each Class/Category
1-5th place Ribbons
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1
Class 2
Junior
Intermediate/Senior
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January
1, as of the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout or Girl Scout Program
to be eligible for classes 2-4. THERE IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO
FR. CO. JR. FAIRBOARD
2. Age Divisions for Judging: Entries will be judged in two age divisions :
Junior - ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 as of January 1, current year.
Intermediate/Senior - ages 12 - 18 as of January 1, current year.
3. Categories: Fastest car in each class, Most Creative Car Design in each class, and Most Durable
Car in each class (one that survives the most races without falling apart)
4. Number of Entries: Each participant may make one entry. These entries should be brought to the
fair already assembled.
5. Entry Requirements: Participants must make entry on BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
6. Entry Criteria: Each entry must make a car that is able to roll down an incline. Cars must be
made out of: at least five different fresh fruits or vegetables and must have at least 3 wheels. To
assemble the car you may use up to 2 bamboo skewers, 6 wooden toothpicks and one rubber band.
These cars must be made out of 100% fresh fruits or vegetables except for the items listed above to
hold the car together. (bamboo skewers, rubber band, toothpicks)
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 01A - DUCT TAPE CONTEST
Date: Tuesday during the fair
Time: 3:00 PM
Director in Charge: Debbie Johnson and Kathy McNutt
Location: Activities Tent
AWARDS
Best of Show –Overall, Junior, Intermediate/Senior
Best of Class - Rosette
1-5th place Ribbons
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1 Junior - T-Shirt with a design made out of duct tape (use an already made t-shirt)
Class 2 Junior - Decorative Item for your home. Made with duct tape, card board, and paper
Class 3 Junior – Flower arrangement
Class 4 Intermediate/Senior T-Shirt w/ a design made out of duct tape (use an already made t-shirt)
Class 5 Intermediate/Senior - Constructed clothing item (s) with duct tape attached to some type of
material such as an existing clothing item, muslin, etc.
Class 6 Intermediate/Senior - Wearable accessory item (purse, hat, tie, jewelry, wallet, etc.)
1.
2.
3.
7.
4.
5.
Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January
1, as of the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout or Girl Scout Program.
THERE IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR. FAIRBOARD
Age Divisions for Judging: Entries will be judged in two age divisions:
Junior -ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 as of January 1, current year.
Intermediate/Senior: - Ages 12 - 18 as of January 1, current year.
Number of Entries: Each participant may make one entry. These entries should be brought to the
fair already made.
Entry Requirements: Participants must make entry on BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Entry Criteria: The majority of the item must be made out of duct tape except for class 1,4,5
which allow the use of a clothing item as the base. Items may be embellished with ribbon, glitter,
stickers, markers, paint etc. Use your imagination and be creative.
All entries will be walked or modeled for display across the stage by participant or designated JR
Fair representative.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 02B – BIKE RODEO
Date: Monday during the fair
Time: 12:00 Noon
Check In: Youth- 12:00 Noon
Junior- 12:30PM
Location: Activities Tent
Intermediate/Senior- 1 PM
Director in Charge: Kathy McNutt
Event Volunteer: Chris Johnson
AWARDS:
Best of Class Obstacle Course – Junior Division
Best of Class Obstacle Course – Intermediate/Senior Division
Best of Class Bike Identification – Junior Division
Best of Class Bike Identification – Intermediate/Senior Division
Grand Prize Drawing (Dependent on Sponsor, Class 2 is only class eligible)
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1 Junior
Class 2 Intermediate/Senior
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January
1 of the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout or Girl Scout Program.
2. Age Divisions for Judging: Entries will be evaluated in two age divisions:
Junior – Ages 8 and in the third grade to 11 as of January 1, current year.
Intermediate/Senior – Ages 12 -18 as of January 1, current year.
3. Categories: Bike Inspection, Bike Parts Identification, Helmet Fit and Obstacle Course with Traffic
Rules.
4. Entry Requirements: Participant must make entry on BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
THERE IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR. FAIRBOARD
5. Entry Criteria: Participants are required to bring their own bicycle and helmet, and any other
safety components they would use when riding a bike.
6. Judging Criteria: This hand’s on educational opportunity will allow the exhibitor to participate in
four categories. All Junior exhibitors who complete all four events will be eligible for a Grand
Prize drawing, at the conclusion of the event. This highest score in the Junior and
Intermediate/Senior division will be awarded a Best of Class Award for the Bike Inspection and
Obstacle Course.
7. Display: All entries are released at the end of the event. All bikes must be removed from the
grounds at the conclusion of the event.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 03C –GARDENING EVENTS IN HONOR OF TOM MCNUTT
Date: Sunday during the fair
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Activities Tent
Director in Charge: Jon Hay and Debbie Johnson
AWARDS:
1st-3rd Banners
Participants must make entry online through BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline.
Class 1 Repurpose/Trash Gardening: Entries consist of containers constructed for another
purpose and are now used to house plants. Containers and plants cannot exceed 50 pounds,
Class 2 Fairy Garden Contest: A Fairy Garden in a container no larger than 24 inches in
diameter. Plants in proportion to container and all plants must be alive. Fairy novelties optional.
Class 3 Free Standing Scarecrow Contest: The scarecrow must be able to stand by itself; height
must not exceed 6 feet and not be below 3 feet; and the width must not exceed 6 feet.
Scarecrows will be judged on creativity, appropriateness for use in a garden or as a
decoration, durability, and resourcefulness (wise use of materials).
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January 1 of
the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout or Girl Scout Program to eligible.
2. Age Division: No age division, may be an individual or group entry. Youth may participate as part of
the group entry but cannot enter as an individual entry.
3. Entry Requirements: Participant must make entry on BlueRibbon by current year’s deadline. THERE
IS A $2.00 PER CLASS ENTRY FEE PAYABLE TO FR. CO. JR. FAIRBOARD
4. Display: Winning entries will have their picture taken and the picture and award will be on display in
the Ganyard Building.
5. Judging Criteria: Based on the best use of plants and materials, creativity, and condition of plants.
6. Display: Photos of winning entries will be displayed in the Franklin County Winners Area.
DEPARTMENT 65
SECTION 04D –MODEL HORSE SHOW
Registration: Day of event- No registration fee
Date: Sunday during the fair
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Activities Tent
Director in Charge: Becky Applegett
Event Volunteer: Kathy Kerr and Colleen Bingaman
AWARDS: 1st - 10th Place - Ribbons
Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion High Point Winners receive awards
Model Horse Show Classes
Class 7
Class 11
Homemade Saddle Class
Costume
1. Eligibility: Participants must be 8 years old and in the third grade to 18 years of age as of January 1 of
the current year, and a member of a Franklin County 4-H, Boy Scout or Girl Scout Program to eligible.
2. Type of Model Horse Required: Model horses may be Breyer or any model horse between 6 to 11
inches tall (highest point to ground).
3.Show Attire: Show attire is preferred. Club/troop shirts and long pants are acceptable, no shorts or
sandals
4.Class Descriptions:
A. Homemade Saddle Class – Make saddle prior to show. Saddle to be homemade not store
bought. Any materials may be used. Class judged on creativity and originality. Saddle
should fit model.
B. Costume Class – Be creative. Both horse and exhibitor may be dressed up or just the horse.
Class will be judged on creativity and originality.
The complete class list for the Junior Fair Model Horse Show can be found in Department 60 Section 801
Revised 02-10-15