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MISSISSIPPI VALLEY FAIR * AUGUST 3 – 8, 2021 * STATIC EXHIBITS

4-H Communications, Photography, Fashion Event, Static Exhibits and Horticulture Book General Exhibit Rules & Class Descriptions

4-H Educational Presentations & Extemporaneous Speaking— Monday, July 26, 2021 4-H Share the Fun & Working Exhibits—Tuesday, July 27, 2021

4-H Photography Exhibits— Wednesday, July 28, 2021 4-H Fashion Event—Thursday, July 29, 2021

4-H Building Exhibits—Saturday, July 31, 2021 4-H Horticulture Event— Sunday, August 1, 2021

http://mississippivalleyfair4h.fairentry.com/ RULES FOR ALL EXHIBITORS:

Rules and regulations of Iowa State University Scott County Extension and the Scott County Extension Staff will govern eligibility of all 4-H exhibits and exhibitors. Rules and regulations of the Vocational Agriculture Department and the FFA will govern the eligibility of the FFA exhibits and exhibitors, except grade requirements.

4-H & FFA both follow a Memorandum of Understanding between the State Department of Education and the State 4-H office. 1. Entries in the classes listed in the 4H/FFA supplement to the Mississippi Valley Fair are open to all Scott County 4-H/FFA members who have just

completed 4th through 12th grade. 2. All exhibitors must be enrolled in 4-H/FFA. Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and the product of the current year’s project. 3. FFA members can exhibit in classes that are an outgrowth of their FFA educational experience.

All livestock classes, livestock judging and hay judging. All classes included in “Agriculture and Natural Resources” category. All classes included in “Science, Engineering and Technology” category. All photography classes with Ag subject. All Horticulture classes. Any additional classes sponsored by organizations or groups that invite FFA participation (e.g. Pork Producer’s Double Crust Apple Pie Contest.)

4. Exhibitors must follow Iowa Youth Code of Ethics available online. 5. There will be NO smoking, alcohol, or drugs allowed in 4-H barns or facilities at the Fair. Any 4-H or FFA member involved in this illegal behavior will

lose all premiums. 6. For safety of animals and people no 4-H or FFA member may stay on the fairgrounds overnight. 7. 4-H and FFA members may make entries in corresponding MVF open classes by completing proper open class entry and paying entry fee. These

are obtained at the Mississippi Valley Fair office. Non-livestock exhibits may not be the same items as those exhibited in 4-H. 8. All exhibits will be open for public viewing according to the schedule. All exhibits are to remain on display for the time indicated. 9. Every effort will be made to ensure the safety of animals and articles entered for exhibition after their arrival and placement. However, neither the

MVF management nor the Extension Office will be responsible for any loss, injury or damage. Members are encouraged to label all pieces of non-livestock projects with name, club, and class number.

10. If a rule infringement is observed, a formal complaint may be filed at the fair 4-H office. This complaint must be in writing and be accompanied by $50. If the complaint is determined un- founded by the show superintendent and Extension Staff, the $50 will be forfeited. Those who have filed complaints that have been verified will be refunded their $50. This cost will increase to $250 if drug testing is requested. The Extension Staff and the department superintendent will determine further action.

11. If any exhibitor fails to cooperate and follow the rules, the Extension Staff reserves the right to remove his/her exhibit from competition and take any disciplinary action deemed necessary.

12. An exhibit which has been erroneously entered may, at the discretion of the department superintendent, be transferred to its proper class, prior to judging. A judge may also move an exhibit to a more appropriate class if deemed necessary.

13. If a member has exhibits in two divisions with overlapping shows, he/she should contact the superintendent of both divisions to work out substitutions.

14. No overnight parking on grounds prior to fair and all vehicles/ motorhomes must be moved daily during the fair. (Per Mississippi Valley Fair Board)

RULES FOR NON-LIVESTOCK EXHIBITS: Also see rules for ALL Exhibitors. For exhibits in the following divisions: Animals, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Child Development, Clothing & Fashion, Communications, County Only Projects, Consumer Management, Fashion Show, Food & Nutrition Home Improvement, Music, Other Consumer Sciences, Personal Development, Photography, Science, Engineering & Technology, Sewing & Needle Arts, Visual Arts ** Exhibitors are REQUIRED to enter all exhibits in Fair Entry by 12:00 PM (NOON) the day PRIOR to judging for that specific judging event. If entries are not made by Noon, 1-day prior (see below) exhibitors will not be allowed to have the project evaluated by a judge. Judging Day: Entries REQUIRED: Photography: Wednesday July 28, 2021 Tuesday, July 27, 2021- 12:00 PM (NOON) Building Static Exhibits: Saturday, July 31, 2021 Friday, July 30, 2021- 12:00 PM (NOON) Horticulture: Sunday, Aug. 1, 2021 Saturday, July 31, 2021- 12:00 PM (NOON)

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1. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H/FFA members participation in 4-H/FFA 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.

2. Exhibitors in 4-H classes are not eligible to exhibit in a similar department of the FFA divisions or vice-versa. See also “4-H Department General

Rules & Regulations”.

3. Exhibits previously entered in an FFA Ag Science Fair or any other FFA event or competition may not be entered in any 4-H exhibit class.

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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. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned:

• Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size.

• Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, model displays, etc., may not exceed 48” x 48” in size. Maximum size is determined

by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.

• Display boxes may not exceed 28” x 22” in height or width and 12” in depth.

6. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects), or songbird feathers and nests may NOT be used in any exhibit. Game animals legally taken are acceptable. Live specimens of noxious weeds or invasive species are NOT permitted in any exhibit. Dried specimens are acceptable to use in exhibits.

7. 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.) Infringement of this rule will result in project not being accepted for evaluation.

• A copyright and/or trademark are legal methods used by artists, photographers, writers, and others to protect their original and creative works. Protected items may range from professional photography and books to music, sport logo insignias, corporate and brand name logos to art designs. It is important to remember the idea itself cannot receive a copyright. The expression of an idea is what is copyrighted. For example, one cannot copyright “bears” but specific bears like Winnie-the-Pooh and Smoky Bear cannot be copied without permission.

• Copyright means complete or portions of materials cannot be reproduced without permission and proper crediting of the source. Proper crediting of a source includes name of book, magazine, newspaper, etc., author/artist/publisher (whichever is most logical), date of publication, and page number.

• In some cases, requesting permission from the source is required. Often, we get “ideas” by observation of other’s works of art, crafts, recipes, etc. It is very important to give credit to those individuals or companies who have created materials, resources, logos, trademarks, photographs, etc. that you may want to incorporate into a 4-H exhibit for a county fair. A sample letter for requesting permission and additional copyright information can be found in the document, Use of COPYRIGHTED/TRADEMARKED Material In 4-H Fair Exhibits and Activities.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4hfiles/statefair/SFDocuments/SF1UseofCopyrightVI010401.pdf

• Pinterest is NOT an original source. To find the original source, follow the instructions in the document Pinterest to Original Source in 3 Easy Steps. https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/files/page/files/Pinterest%20to%20Original%20Source%20in%203%20Easy%20Steps_0.pdf

8. The 4-H’er’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated

learning, workmanship and techniques, and general appearance and design. www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/exhibit-tip-sheets.

9. Goal Sheets are Not required for county fair. However you must include a written explanation, audio recording, or video recording is to be included as part of each exhibit if you wish to be eligible for State Fair. 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?

***Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutrition, home improvement, photography, and visual art classes.

10. All judges’ decisions are final. 11. Clubs will be assigned to supervise 4-H displays during the fair. * “See last page for club work schedule.” There must be 2 people representing the

club— members, leader, or relatives. Duties are:

• greet public, direct them to exhibits, and answer questions

• maintain professional appearance of building and exhibits

• guard exhibits to prevent damage and theft 12. Exhibitors in Ag & Natural Resources, SET, Personal Development and County classes may enter as many exhibits as they wish in each class if

each exhibit goal and learning objective are different. Check class rules for number of exhibits in other classes or exceptions in above classes. 13. An exhibit tag must be attached to each exhibit. 4-H exhibits will use the white— Junior, yellow—Intermediate, and green-Senior entry tags. Blue

tags should only be attached to those exhibits being shown as FFA exhibits. 14. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, quality of work and techniques, general appearance, and design. 15. Goal sheets are not required for county fair but MUST BE included to be considered for State Fair. The exhibitor will talk with the judge about these

questions:

• What was your exhibit goal(s)?

• How did you go about working toward your goal(s)?

• What were the most important things you learned as you worked towards your goal? 16. If exhibitors wish to write goals, they may use pre-printed sheets provided by club leaders, or forms from the Scott County 4-H website but may not

use record book forms as a goal sheet. 17. Some projects may have additional information that can be shared in writing. 4-H’ers may want to answer these questions:

• What steps did you take?

• What materials did you use?

• What was the cost of this exhibit? Compare the price of your exhibit to the cost if you purchased this exhibit.

• Consider attaching labeled photos of each step in the development of your exhibit. 18. Be sure to check for additional requirements in exhibit classes in food and nutrition, home improvement, photography, clothing, visual arts, science

engineering & technology and horticulture. 19. No live animals may remain in Keppy Hall overnight. 20. Classes are offered for members in Junior, Intermediate and Senior divisions unless otherwise indicated. (Junior—completed grades 4-6;

Intermediate— completed grades 7-8; Senior—completed grade 9-12) 21. Security of items cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, members are discouraged from bringing items to the fair that have special meaning and

historical value. 22. If a commercial product is used to illustrate an educational point, no brand name or comparison of brands should be used in explanation.

Infringement of this rule will result in project not being accepted for evaluation. 23. All exhibits, activities and programs must represent appropriate safety procedures in the development of the exhibit and during the evaluation

process. This includes static exhibits and activities revolving around the communications program. Infringement of this rule will result in project not

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being accepted for evaluation. 24. Members are to present their projects to judges at designated conference judging time. Members must wear a Scott County 4-H green T-shirt. 25. No exhibit or piece of exhibit may be removed from the building and used elsewhere. Any exhibit removed before official release time will

automatically lose premiums. Members may not enter the same exhibit in two different classes. 26. School assignments may be used as 4-H exhibits, but the goal should be of the 4-H member, not the schoolteacher. 27. Club booths will be judged for attractiveness and ability to educate the public about 4-H. The club booth theme is “Quest to Be Your Best” Club

booth space will be allocated according to size of clubs. RIBBON AWARDS AND PREMIUMS:

1. Entries will be judged in blue, red, and white ribbon groups. Blue — meets or exceeds standards; red — does not meet all standards; white — needs improvement. In addition, Champion and Reserve Champion placings may also be awarded. The judge reserves the right to refuse to place exhibits in Champion and Reserve rank if, in the opinion of the judge, the entry is not worthy of such placing. Exhibits must have a blue placing before being chosen for Champion or Reserve Champion. In non-livestock classes there will be a maximum of one Champion and Reserve Champion in all classes. Dog classes follow different rules.

2. All awards (including donated trophies) are subject to Extension Staff jurisdiction. Extension Staff will decide any conflict concerning awards.

3. Premiums will be awarded to the individual exhibitor based on the blue, red and white placings of exhibits. No additional premiums are awarded for champion or reserve champion ratings

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR STATE FAIR EXHIBITS: (non-livestock projects)

1. Goal Sheets are Not required for county fair. However, you must include a written explanation, audio recording, or video recording is to be included as part of each exhibit if you wish to be eligible for State Fair. The exhibitor should respond briefly to the

following questions about the exhibit:

a. What did you plan to learn or do? (What was your exhibit goal(s)?)

b. What steps did you take to learn or do this?

c. What were the most important things you learned?

***Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutrition, home improvement, photography, and visual art classes.

2. Most exhibit classes have specific guidelines and requirements that will be included in the judging process. Members are highly encouraged to go to

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/exhibit-tip-sheets to find information about judging criteria for exhibits that they create from their 4-H project learning.

3. 4-H’ers who have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2021 are eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair. Exception:

Group exhibits from an entire club may include 4th grade members.

4. Scott County exhibits enter on a certain assigned date at State Fair. Members may be responsible for transportation unless a volunteer comes forward to help.

5. Exhibits can be prepared by an individual 4-H’er, a team of 4-H’ers or may be the result of a 4-H group. Members must meet the grade requirements to be eligible for State FairEntries can be any exhibit by an individual or group which is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related to the (specific) class. 4-H participants in 4-H special interest and school enrichment programs and/or 4-H community clubs in grades 5-12, or equivalent, are eligible to exhibit in the classes that follow.

6. Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright, safety and approved methods will be disqualified and not put on public display. The exhibitor will receive written evaluation comments and an explanation on why the exhibit was disqualified. Counties will be notified of disqualified exhibits.

7. Youth who are members of 4-H and FFA cannot be selected for state fair participation in 4-H if the exhibit selected is in the same class as an exhibit already entered in state FFA. In addition, no state FFA exhibits may be judged as county 4-H exhibits.

8. Each item in an exhibit must be securely labeled, including the name of the county, class number, and exhibitor’s name. 9. If you do not want to go to State Fair, inform the staff so an alternate may go.

Other State Fair Exhibit Information

1. Due to security, 4-H’ers are discouraged from sending items that have special meaning and historical value as the exhibit or part of an exhibit.

2. The Iowa State Fair and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will use diligence to ensure the safety of articles entered for exhibition after their arrival and

placement. However, they will not be responsible for damage or loss by accident, fire, theft, etc.

3. The Iowa State Fair Management will in no case assume or pay transportation or delivery charges on articles sent for exhibition.

4. Instead of premium money for exhibits counties will be awarded a pro-rata amount of travel money based on participation and distance from Des

Moines. Distance determination will be based on the established zones as determined by the Iowa State Fair.

Note: If you would like more information on State Fair rules and regulations go to https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statefair

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, Iowa State University is prohibited from

discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited

bases apply to all programs.) Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require

alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, and American Sign Language) should contact the

responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through

the Federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339. To file a program discrimination complaint, a complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA

Program Discrimination Complaint Form, which can be obtained online at https://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027, from any USDA office, by

calling 866-632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a

written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and

date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: (1) Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or (2) Fax: 833-256-1665 or 202-

690-7442; or (3) Email: [email protected]. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or

accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.

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4-H Educational Presentations & Extemporaneous Speaking—Monday, July 26, 2021

Scott County Extension Office—2:00 P.M.

4-H Share the Fun—Tuesday, July 27,2021 Keppy Hall—3:00 P.M.

4-H Working Exhibits—Tuesday, July 27,2021 Keppy Hall—4:00 P.M.

COMMUNICATIONS: EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS, WORKING EXHIBITS, EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING AND SHARE THE FUN Extemporaneous Speaking, Educational Presentations, Working Exhibits Superintendents ..............................................Lanette Paper

Share the Fun Superintendents ............................................Tami Hillebrand-Kaas & Suzy VenHorst

July 1—Sign-ups for Educational Presentations, Working Exhibits and Extemporaneous Speaking are REQUIRED to help plan for judging days. Please sign up using Fair Entry at http://mississippivalleyfair4h.fairentry.com Members selected will repeat their presentations in Keppy Hall on Wednesday, August 4th at 5:00 p.m. or on Thursday, August 5th, at 2:00 p.m. during the Mississippi Valley Fair.

4-H COMMUNICATION EVENT PROGRAM

General Communication Event Program Rules and Regulations

Members selected will repeat their presentations in Keppy Hall on Wednesday, August 4th at 5:00 p.m. or on Thursday, August 5th , at 2:00 p.m. during the Mississippi Valley Fair.

The Communication Division is designed to provide opportunities for youth to select a method by which they might develop their personal communication skills in sharing talents, knowledge, or information with others. The classes are designed to provide a series of developmental experiences for various age levels. The ability to communicate will be the major criteria for evaluating this department.

* We do peer judging for communications exhibits. This is a chance for the 4-H’ers to watch a judge interact with another member and hear the constructive criticism offered. Members are also asked to give their ideas about the other member’s presentation (or act.) Please remember to give your thoughts in a pleasant, helpful way. We will suggest that you use the words you will hear the judges say: things such as “you may want to think about...Tell me more about...Why did you choose...I enjoyed...but would like to have heard…”

This is a learning experience for all 4-H’ers involved—the presenters and the peer judges.

1. Educational Presentations and Working Exhibits should be an outgrowth of the member’s 4-H experience. It could be related to a hobby, project, camping experience, etc.

2. 4-H’ers participating in the 4-H Communications Division are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing. Appropriate clothing includes slacks or jeans with no holes. NO SHORTS. All exhibitors MUST wear a Scott County 4-H green t-shirt (county level only) or a 4-H chevron attached to a white shirt or blouse. Attire will be taken into consideration when choosing 4-H’ers to represent Scott County at the Iowa State Fair. At county or state level, if clothing contributes to the topic being presented, such as wearing a bee keepers outfit while doing a Presentation or Working Exhibit on bee raising, the 4-H’ers should be aware this is acceptable and appropriate as long as a 4-H chevron is attached.

3. All 4-H members involved will receive ribbons for Educational Presentations, Working Exhibits, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Share the Fun. • Communication Award: All participants will receive this award for recognition of their concern for self-improvement and the importance of communication. • Merit Award: Awarded to 4-H’ers considered above average in ability to communicate. • Excellence Award: Given to those considered exceptional and outstanding in communication skills.

4. Members must have completed appropriate evaluation form (available online or at judging day) and give to superintendent at start of judging day. Special requests for equipment or props should be made two weeks prior to judging day.

5. There are three divisions: juniors (grades 4-6), intermediates (grades 7-8), and seniors (grades 9-12). Teams of mixed ages will be entered in the class of the member in the highest-grade level. (Example: A team with a 7th, 8th and 9th grader must enter the Senior Division.)

6. Scott County may send up to 6 Educational Presentations, 4 Working Exhibits, 2 Extemporaneous Speaking contestants, 3 Share the Fun acts, and two entries in Communicating through Posters to State Fair. Judges may or may not award champions in each division.

7. In order to be eligible for State Fair, you must have completed 5th grade.

8. At State Fair participants in Educational Presentations cannot be involved in another event such as Working Exhibit, clothing programs, livestock show or judging during the half day they are scheduled to participate in this program. Also, at State Fair participants in Working Exhibits, cannot be involved in another event such as Educational Presentations, clothing programs, livestock


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show or judging during the half day they are scheduled to participate in this program. Members with Educational Presentations and Working Exhibits going to State Fair must agree to the following: during the half day that the participants give their presentations, they will also be involved in a "member evaluation program" and are expected to be present for awards given at the close of the half-day session. Junior 4-H members can participate in Educational Presentations and/or Working Exhibits at county, but not both at State Fair.

9. The item or product made or shown in the presentation should be available to show to the judge.

EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION

Purpose: Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to demonstrate communication skills by presenting knowledge, information, or a process to an audience to

gain a desired response.

Educational Presentation Rules

1. The topic of the presentation should determine its length, but it must not exceed 20 minutes. Junior presentations must not exceed 15 minutes.

2. Use of sanitary and safe procedures and methods is always important, particularly if food samples are available to the audience.

3. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission.

4. Members are encouraged to watch as many of the presentations as possible during the time period in which their presentation is scheduled.

Class

11100 Educational Presentation

WORKING EXHIBIT

Purpose: Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate, interact with, and teach an audience in an informal and experiential way.

Working Exhibit Rules

1. Working Exhibits provide an opportunity for youth to communicate and interact with an audience in an informal way. The intent is to involve the audience in doing or making something. No set format should be used. Questions that might be asked as starters are: Have you seen…? Would you like to know how to…? Or may I show you how to…?

2. Working exhibits may be given by one or more 4-H’ers.

3. If you are using food, please be concerned about food safety. 4-H’ers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. Appropriate storage of food items and sanitary handling of food must be demonstrated. Plastic gloves and hairnets should be considered.

4. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission.

5. At the State Fair, Senior/Intermediate 4-H’ers will be scheduled for 45-50 minutes; Junior 4-H’ers will be scheduled for 25 minutes.

Class

11200 Working Exhibit

SHARE-THE-FUN

Purpose: Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to share their skills and talents before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment.

Share-The-Fun Rules

1. Share the Fun acts may consist of one or more 4-H members. Each member may participate in only one individual act and one club act.

2. All participants must be active members of a 4-H club or group.

3. The presentation must not exceed 8 minutes in length.

4. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dances (folk, square, modern, tap, etc.) plus other entertainment will be acceptable. Skits/Acts must be in good taste, sensitive to diversity and culture/ ethnic traditions of Iowans and/or U.S. citizens. Acts where singing is involved will be expected to use the microphones provided.

5. To be eligible for State Fair, all members of a select group must have completed 5th through 12th grade. If the act involves a whole club, at least 80% of the group must have completed5th through 12th grade.

6. Evaluation criteria: Is the act interesting to watch? Does it show good taste in entertainment? Is it one that will cause a moving audience to stop and see what is happening? Are the participants neatly and appropriately dressed? Is it a pleasing act to watch?

7. Any instruments, including keyboard and CD players must be provided by member.

Class

11300 Share-The-Fun Program

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING

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Purpose: Encourage the development of communication skills by providing an opportunity to think, organize thoughts, prepare a speech, and respond

to questions when given a limited amount of preparation time.

Extemporaneous Speaking Rules

1. Participants must be senior aged 4-H’ers having completed the 9th grade through 12th grade or equivalent.

2. The county contest will follow the State Fair format:

• Each contestant will select one of the available topics 30 minutes before the contest. The general nature of the topics will relate to 4-H.

• The contestant may NOT leave the designated preparation room during the 30 minutes prior to giving his/her speech. A contest official will screen all reference materials brought into the prep room. 4-H’ers may bring books, magazines or newspaper clippings for use during the 30-minute prep time.

• Reference materials must be printed materials. NO notes, outlines or speeches prepared by the 4-H’er or another person can be used.

• Some reference material will be available in the prep room.

• 4-H’ers may NOT receive help from a parent, leader, other adult or any other youth while in the prep room.

• Plain 3x5 index cards will be provided for each contestant.

• Only notes made during the prep period may be used.

• Each speech shall be not less than 4 minutes and not longer than 6 minutes. Additional 5 minutes will be allowed for questioning by the judge.

• 4-H’ers are not allowed to use any props, gadgets, posters, or audio visuals of any sort. A podium will be available, if desired.

• Speeches will be evaluated on: content related to topic, knowledge of the subject, organization of materials, power of expression, voice, stage presence, general effect, response to questions.

Class

11400 Extemporaneous Speaking Program

POSTER COMMUNICATIONS

Note: Posters will be judged Saturday of static judging, not during communications event.

Purpose: Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate with and tell a story or idea visually about 4-H to the public using the non-verbal form of

communication on a poster.

4-H Poster Communication Rules

1. Only one poster per 4-H’er may be entered.

2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core board -- size minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”.

3. Posters may be 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 copyrighted material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.

7. 4-H’ers may include the 4-H clover in the poster.

8. The themes for “Communicating Through 4-H Posters” are:

• 4-H is . . . (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation)

• Join 4-H

• 4-H Grows... (4-H.org national marketing theme)

• Quest to Be Your Best (Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme)

• How Do You 4-H? (variation of Iowa State Fair theme)

Class

10530 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit

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4-H Photography Exhibits—Wednesday, July 28, 2021 Keppy Hall—4:00-7:00 P.M.

PHOTOGRAPHY: PRINTED PHOTOGRAPHY, DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY, ALTERNATIVE/CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY

Superintendent ..............................................Roy Shaft

Printed Photography Special Rules:

1. 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 county fair of the previous year.

2. Photographs should be a minimum of 5” x 7”. Finished size (including mounting/matting) of single photographs may not exceed 11” x 14”.

Exception: Panoramic photos must not exceed 24” in length.

3. All photographs must be printed on photographic paper.

4. All photographs must be mounted and/or matted.

5. 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. A series is a group of photographs [3 to 5] that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Photographs must be mounted together in story order or

sequence. Finished size of individual photographs in a series should not exceed 6” x 8”.

7. Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before changes.

8. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting.

9. Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed.

10. Photography exhibitors must use the Photo Exhibit Label to provide required information for photo exhibits. https://www.extension.iastate.edu/scott/sites/www.extension.iastate.edu/files/scott/4HP%2010340%20Photography%20Exhibit%20Label%20V3.

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11. Exhibitors entered in 4-H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA Photography show and vice-versa.

12. Exhibitors may enter up to TWO (2) exhibits in each class.

10320A Photography Printed - An individual photo, that shows learning about photography from choosing a camera to modifying your photo. Still

photos only, not video. Each exhibited photo should be at least 5x7 inches. Use of standard commercial photo mats is acceptable provided that

exposed area of photo is not less than 4 1/2 x 6/ 1/2 inches. See rule #4 for mounting suggestions above.

10320B Photography Series Printed - An exhibit, including 3-5 photos that shows learning about photography from choosing a camera to modifying

your photo. Still photos only, not video. See rule #6 above.

Digital Photography Exhibit Special Rules:

1. DEADLINE: DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITS MUST BE ENTERED INTO FAIR ENTRY BY 11:59P.M. ON Tuesday, JULY 27th

, 2021.

2. Photographs may be either black and white or color.

3. Photographs will not be printed.

4. 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. Series photos that are not viewable in

the same file will not be judged.

5. Photos entered should be submitted in the highest resolution possible. A finished file size of 1 MB –3 MB is REQUIRED.

6. Photos should be submitted in a JPEG Format only.

7. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting.

8. Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed.

9. 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.

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10. Photos entered in this class will be evaluated on the same evaluation criteria used for printed photographs.

11. Exhibitors entered in 4-H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA Photography show and vice-versa.

12. Exhibitors may enter up to TWO (2) exhibits per class.

10325A Digital Photography Exhibit – A photo or series of photos submitted electronically, not printed. Photos in this class will be submitted,

viewed, evaluated, and displayed electronically. See special rules above.

10325B Digital Photography Series Exhibit – A photo or series of photos submitted electronically, not printed. Photos in this class will be submitted,

viewed, evaluated, and displayed electronically. See special rules above.

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Alternative/Creative Photography Special Rules:

1.

2. Photograph/image may be mounted/matted or submitted (uploaded to FairEntry) as a digital image.

3. Photograph/Image must be mounted on foam core no smaller than 4”x4” and no larger than 10” x 10” in height and width. No matting and no

framing are allowed, put your creativity into the photography!

4. Photograph/Image can be created from film negative, digital negative, or digitally manipulated in computer.

5. Photograph must be on photo paper, canvas, or other flat material.

6. Exhibit must have Photo Exhibit Label on back with required information for photo exhibits. Include a detailed report about the processes

used to achieve the desired effect. Each step and materials or equipment used must be included in this report. You should also include a

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7. Subject matter must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting, photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal

activities will not be displayed.

8. Exhibitors may enter up to TWO (2) exhibits in each class.

10340 Alternative/Creative Photography –A single photograph or photographic image that has been created with an alternative photographic

process, or a photograph that was creatively edited or modified beyond reality in a creative, imaginative and experimental way to make it more

interesting and visually engaging. Could be a composite of multiple overlapped photographs. Cannot be a Series, MUST NOT BE FRAMED. See

special rules above.

10345 Photography Idea/Educational Display - An exhibit that demonstrates learning about photography that does not fit into any previous

photography class. This class includes photos printed on canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc. as part of an educational display showing learning about printing

techniques, display, merchandising, etc.



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4-H Fashion Revue, Clothing Selection & $15 Challenge Event—Thursday, July 29, 2021

Scott County Extension Office—4:00-7:00 P.M.

FASHION SHOW:

CLOTHING SELECTION, FASHION REVUE, & $15 CHALLENGE Registration for Fashion Revue, Clothing Selection and $15 Challenge using http://mississippivalleyfair4h.fairentry.com is REQUIRED by July 1st to help plan for judging days.

*All members need to fill out report form prior to judging. You MUST include a picture of 4-H member wearing the outfit in their paperwork.

General Rules:

1. Divisions are as follows: Junior—completed grades 4-6 Intermediate—completed grades 7-8 Senior—completed grades 9-12 2. You may not enter the same clothing item in both Fashion Revue/ Clothing Selection and Static Fashion or Clothing Classes. Judging

will be done on Thursday, July 29th beginning at 4:00 p.m. Entrants will model on Friday, August 6th at 5:30 p.m. in Keppy Hall and winners will be announced at that time.

3. No items may be taken out of 4-H Club display to be used for Fashion Show. 4. Only one Champion and Reserve Champion will be given in each class.

12720R Fashion Revue

1. The purpose of this category is to encourage the sewing of a personal garment or outfit.

2. Consideration is given to fit, color, style, suitability, , quality of construction, stage presentation, and required care.

3. Youth participants will model a garment or outfit they constructed, hand-knitted, machine-knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H year.

4. A garment or outfit consists of one to three pieces such as, but not limited to, party clothes, tailored suits, vest, slacks, shirt, skirt, active sportswear

and/or coats.

5. Blouses, shirts, and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used to complete an outfit, they may be constructed or selected.

6. All other accessories and undergarments may be constructed or selected.

12720X Clothing Selection

1. The purpose of this category is to select and/or purchase an outfit that represents the 4-H member’s goal or intended use for the selected outfit.

2. Judging is based on fit, color, style, suitability, quality and construction features, stage presentation, required care, and cost

comparison.

3. There is no consideration in the judging on the amount spent, only in the process of recordkeeping and reflection on the cost of the individual items

as a part of the process.

4. Outfits may be purchased at a department store, boutique, online store, sidewalk sales, retail shops or mall stores. Outfits may also be

purchased at garage sales or other secondhand venues with a total price of over $15. Outfits may be gifts, hand-me-downs, relative or friend’s

modern or vintage clothing, or existing personal clothing, if the 4-H member actually selected the item as part of this specific outfit for the stated

purpose.

5. Home-sewn clothing that was not sewn specifically for the participant are acceptable, such as purchases from a used clothing store.

12720Y The $15 Challenge

1. This category is designed to expand the 4-H member’s shopping experience to shopping venues emphasizing recycling, reducing, and reusing. Outfits must be purchased at a garage sale, consignment store, Goodwill, Salvation Army, or similar place.

2. Online venues are allowed, must be second-hand in nature. Shipping and handling are not included in the total calculations.

3. Traditional shopping venues may not be used, regardless of a low regular or sale price. Hand-me-downs or clothing as gifts do not qualify, but may

be entered in Clothing Selection if 4-H member selected the items to meet a specific purpose/goal.

4. Fifteen dollars is the purchase price limit including tax. However, some secondhand stores and venues do not typically charge sales tax.

5. Receipt(s) for every item included as a part of the calculated total must be submitted with the entry. A garage sale receipt can be a piece of paper

with the name of the location such as “Jane Doe garage sale”, date, amount paid, and signature of person selling at the garage sale. If the outfit

was free at a garage sale, “free” can be listed on the report form and on the receipt. Failure to provide receipts will be reflected in the evaluation.

6. An outfit consists of major clothing pieces such as a shirt and pants or a dress. Shoes, undergarments, and accessories are not included in the $15

purchase price limit.

7. Alterations are permitted to achieve a desired look or fit.

8. There are no additional considerations for an outfit that cost less than $15.

9. The outfit pieces should be purchased to meet the 4-H member’s goal or intended use for the purchased outfit, and the 4-H member

should have had an experience in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price, and cost

comparison.


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State Fair Information

1. Each youth may only participate in the 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event with one entry in one class per year. However, youth may be selected to participate multiple years for any given class, even if they participated in that class in previous years.

2. Each county may send the following number of participants in each class to represent their county, selected from each of the county’s events:

a. Fashion Revue Class: Four participants total with no more than two (2) participants with an entry in any given category (athletic

wear, formal wear, everyday wear, costume).

b. $15 Challenge Class: Three participants total with no more than one (1) participant with an entry in any given category (athletic

wear, formal wear, everyday wear, costume).

c. Clothing Selection Class: Three participants total with no more than one (1) participant with an entry in any given category

(athletic wear, formal wear, everyday wear, costume).

3. The categories in each class are simply for entry limit purposes. All entries in each class will be judged together.

4. Participants must be in the senior 4-H designated level (completed grades 9 – 12 in 2021).

5. Outfits or accessories which will be worn during the State 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event may not be entered as another 4-H Iowa State Fair exhibit.

6. Participants must bring the garment or outfit they purchased or created, and accessories, to the State 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event.

7. Participants should submit only the materials requested for each class (report form and photo – for ALL classes - plus a receipt for $15

challenge). If additional materials are sent with the entry or brought to the conference judging, they will not be considered.

8. All participants must participate in all Awardrobe Clothing Event activities at the times scheduled for their county unless the 4-H member is involved in another Iowa State Fair 4-H activity at the same time with a non-flexible schedule, with pre-approval.

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4-H Static Judging-Building Exhibits—Saturday, July 31st, 2021 Keppy Hall—8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

4-H BUILDING EXHIBITS This department is open to youth who are participating in 4-H Youth Development Programs conducted by Iowa State University Extension.

All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Rules for All Exhibitors, Rules for Non-Livestock Exhibitors, and all 4-H department exhibit

class rules and regulations.

Class Descriptions

Most exhibit classes have specific guidelines and requirements that will be included in the judging process. Members are highly encouraged to go to

www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/exhibit-tip-sheets to find information about judging criteria for exhibits that they create from their 4-H project learning.

ANIMALS

10110 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. Exhibit

topics may include, but are not limited to selection, feeding, financial management, use of records, housing career opportunities or waste

management. (More than one exhibit can be entered if they are the result of different topics.)

10120 Veterinary Science - An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy, animal diseases, animal/human health interaction, or other learning related to Veterinary Science.

AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES

10210 Crop Production and Plant Science- An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field crops, plant growth, soils and soil fertility, or any other learning related to Crop Production and Plant Science.

10220 Conservation, Environment, and Sustainability - An exhibit that shows the connections between humans and their environment including energy, energy conservation, stewardship, conservation, creating habitat, etc.

10222 Entomology – Any exhibit that shows learning from an entomology or bee project (excluding live specimens) that is an outgrowth or an

entomology or bee project learning experience. Includes specimen collections and may include products (ex: honey) or equipment as

part of the display.

10224 Fish and Wildlife – Any exhibit that shows learning about a fish and/or wildlife project or program such as identification, habitats,

harvest, taxidermy, etc. Any specimens must have been legally taken and must include information about date and location of harvest,

and who the specimen was acquired from if not self-harvested. Feral pigs (including Russian/European Boar) are NOT permitted in

taxidermy exhibits.

10226 Forestry – Any exhibit, including collections, that show learning from participation in a forestry project or program.

10230 Horticulture and Plant Science - An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, soils, small fruit production,

vegetable and flower gardens, plant nutrition, careers, etc. (Garden crops and herbs are exhibited in classes in the 4-H Horticulture

Department under 4-H Livestock.)

10235 Home Grounds Improvement – An exhibit that shows learning about landscape plans, selection of landscape plants, ornamental garden

features, home yard improvement, storage sheds, careers, etc.

10240 Outdoor Adventures - An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking or other outdoor activities.

10250 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).

10260 Other Agriculture and Natural Resources - An exhibit that shows learning about agriculture or natural resources and does not fit in any of

the classes listed above.

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CREATIVE ARTS

10310 Music - An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composition and arrangements, instruments, musical styles, or history.

Visual Arts Special Rules:

1. Members may enter up to FIVE (5) exhibits in each class.

2. 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.

3. 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. For additional information see the Visual Arts and Design Elements & Art principles Exhibit Tip Sheets at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/exhibit-tip-sheets .

4. If the exhibit is a finished art object, information must be included explaining the application of design elements and art principles used in creation of the work.

5. 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.

6. 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

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/visual-art.

7. Exhibits in classes 10350 and 10355 must include information about application of design elements and art principles. Exhibits in class 10360 should include information about application of design elements and art principles if appropriate for the exhibit.

10350 Visual Arts Original Art- An exhibit that shows learning through creation of original art. Original art is a one-of-a-kind, non-replicable design of your creation. By using one medium or a combination, an individual creates an authentic work of art that is not recognizable as another's work. You must explain the application of the most relevant design element(s) and art principle(s) featured in this exhibit. Describe your inspirations, reasons, feelings, and/or motives for creating this work of art.

10355 Visual Arts -Design, Process, or Technique Exploration — This exploration class emphasizes process and provides an individual the opportunity to explore a medium, practice a skill, or study and apply elements and principles of art and design. An explanation of the application of design elements or art principles used when making the exhibit must be included. This exhibit may be an object, portfolio, display, poster, or organized sketchbook. If a non-original design source is used, its origin (where the idea was found, any pictures, sketches, etc.) must still be credited, acknowledged, or have copyright permission obtained. See visual arts special rule #5.

10360 Visual Arts - Other Visual Art Ideas/Topics — Exhibits might include the study and research about an individual artist, style, craft, business or marketing process, planning group tour, career options, etc.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES

10410 Child Development - An exhibit that shows learning about children. Examples: childcare, growth and development, safety and health,

children with special needs, and careers in child development. Exhibits that include items intended for use with children (books, toys,

learning games, babysitting kits, etc.) should include information about what you have learned 1) about children while creating and

using the exhibit or 2) what the child(ren) learned from use of the item(s) in the exhibit.

Clothing and Fashion Special Rule:


2. Outfits or accessories which will be worn during the Fashion Show Event may not be entered as a static exhibit.

3. Exhibits in classes 10420 and 10422 must include information about application of design elements and art principles. Exhibits in class 10424 should include information about application of design elements and art principles if appropriate for the exhibit. https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/Unraveling-the-Mystery-of-Design-Elements-and-Principles-in-Clothing

10420 Clothing and Fashion – Constructed/Sewn Garments & Accessories - A constructed garment or accessory (sewn, knitted, crocheted, or

other process) that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care.

Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans. Some examples would include:

• Vest, tote bag, backpack, skirt, shorts, slacks, dress, shirt, hat, etc.

• Original garment design drawing.

• Poster with information on how color, texture, line, body type, etc. affect clothing choices. 10422 Clothing and Fashion – Purchased Garments & Accessories - Purchased garments or accessories that shows learning about style, fashion,

design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans. Some examples would include:

• Purchased garment or purchased accessories. Give reasons for selection of garments or accessories; may include photo.

• Poster, report or display on fabric types, body types, reading labels, etc.

• Poster on how to accessorize, building a wardrobe, knowing your body type, etc.

• Collection of fabric samples (include uses, washing instructions, etc.)

10424 Clothing and Fashion – Other Ideas/Educational Exhibits - Any other educational exhibit that shows learning about clothing and fashion

including but not limited to design illustrations, exploration of clothing styles, careers, clothing care, etc.

10430 Consumer Management - An exhibit that shows learning through savvy budgeting, comparison shopping, money management, and

consumer rights and responsibilities.

• Track your spending (account books, computer records, envelope systems, checkbook records, etc.), Set up

family record keeping system, Survey peer spending habits (allowances, video arcades, clothing, food, etc.), Track

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your 4-H project(s) spending (livestock records, photographs, clothing, etc.), Describe appropriate use of credit,

Track how you spend your time (calendar system, diary, etc.), Set up a family calendar system.

• Compare products, Compare type of stores or places to shop, Compare cost of shopping with cash and credit,

Compare colleges, trade schools, etc., Compare cost of recreational activities, Compare financial institutions

(banks, savings and loans, credit unions, etc.), Compare car insurance, Compare investments and savings.

• Explore advertising influences, show how to make a consumer complaint, Show where to find consumer

information, Evaluate reliability of consumer information. Describe cost of fraud (shoplifting, bad check, fake ID,

etc.), Describe potential problems related to privacy issues (social security number, credit card, Internet shopping,

etc.)

Food & Nutrition Special Rules:

1. Please review this document prior to fair. HS76 Foods for Iowa 4-H Fair: https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434


3. Any exhibit considered to be a food safety risk or portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged, or displayed.

4. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption.

5. Food product exhibits must be prepared, baked, or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers.

6. Products that require refrigeration will not be accepted, judged, or displayed. 7. Meat jerky products are prohibited.

8. The recipe must be included for any prepared food exhibit, credit the source of the recipe.

9. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label. Only food processed after August 1,2020 is acceptable. Current USDA and/or

Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation must be used. Processed honey must include the Honey Exhibit Label.

10. 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.

11. Prepared foods should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard. Place food product exhibit in a re-closable plastic bag with entry tag

fastened outside the bag. Recommended number of items to include with the exhibit:

Cookies, cupcakes, bars, muffins, rolls, etc. – four (4) to six (6) items

Cakes, loafs, pies, etc. – one (1) whole product.

12. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted.

10440 Food & Nutrition – Prepared Product - An exhibit of a prepared food product that shows skills or learning about cooking, baking,

eating, and choosing healthy foods, or safety practices through the making of a prepared food product. See Food & Nutrition Special

Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” at https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434 for

additional information regarding prepared food products.

10442 Food & Nutrition – Preserved Product - An exhibit of a preserved food product that shows skills or learning about food preservation

through the making of a prepared or preserved food product. Processed honey may be exhibited in this class. See Food & Nutrition

Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” at https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434

for additional information regarding preserved food products

10445 Food & Nutrition – Educational Display - An educational exhibit (poster, report, display) that shows skills or learning about cooking, baking,

eating, and choosing healthy foods, meal planning & service, safety practices, or food preservation. See Food & Nutrition Special Rules

below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” at https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434 for additional

information regarding prepared and preserved food products. Exhibits showing learning about meal planning & service must include a menu.

10450 Health - An exhibit that shows learning through food choices, physical activity, safe activities, skills such as first aid and CPR, careers, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Home Improvement Special Rules:

1. Items entered must be ready for display in the home: pictures framed, wall hangings and pictures ready to hang, etc. Make sure hangers are strong enough to support the item. Command Strips or other quick attach products are usually not adequate hangers. Items not ready for display will be dropped one ribbon placing.

2. Exhibits should include information about application of design elements and art principles if appropriate. See 4-H-492:

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10460 Home Improvement: Classes 10460A-10460F

10460A Home Improvement: Design in the Home - An educational display, notebook, poster or other type of exhibit such as a design element or art principle, explaining design of an item, selecting an item illustrating design, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. See special rule #2 above.

Some examples for this class would include:

• Illustrate the art principles or design elements using magazine articles or drawings.

• Select an article of furniture or accessory in your home and explain how the art principles and design elements were used in selecting it.

• A notebook with illustrations of the art principles and design elements.

• Poster or display illustrating one design element or art principle.

10460B Home Improvement: Furniture in the Home - Includes, but not limited to, reclaimed furniture, room plans, furniture styles, historic furniture, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. See special rule #2 above.


• Piece of wooden furniture stripped and refinished by member for the home: must include steps followed, photos, costs, etc.

• Piece of antique furniture with explanation of its history and plan for use.

• Collection of pictures and descriptions of furniture styles.

10460C Home Improvement: Accessories for the Home - Includes, but not limited to, wall accessories, nature accessories, flatware selection/coordination, table design, lighting design, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. See special rule #2 above.

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• Home decoration made of nature materials (noxious weeds are not permitted.)

• Decorative stitchery—macramé, cross-stitch, latch hook, needlepoint.

• An accessory for the home (purchased or made.) Exhibit may include basket, lamp, framed picture, wreath, quilling, crocheted afghan, etc.

10460D Home Improvement: Fabrics in the Home - Includes, but not limited to upholstered furniture, pillows, curtains, table linens, storage protection, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. See special rule #2 above.


• Furniture upholstered by member: should include steps used, cost, photos, etc.

• Fabric accessories such as table runner, tablecloth, placemats, cushion, lamp shade, lap blanket, quilt, wall hanging, or doll.

• Storage items such as laundry bags, garment bag, or shoe bag.

• Basket accessories; liners or garters.

• Holiday, seasonal accessories.

10460E Home Improvement: Maintenance in the Home - Includes, but not limited to cleaning plan, storage, energy conservation, and recycling. Include explanation of how design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit if appropriate. See special rule #2 above.


• Notebook or chart on special cleaning tasks.

• Plan for conservation of energy in your home.

• Develop and implement recycling plan for your home.

• Strategies for cleaning your home.

• Design a storage plan for special needs in your home (organize a closet, dresser, desk, etc.)

• Show cleaning method on small article (display half cleaned/half untouched.)

10460F Home Improvement: Other Home Improvement Ideas - Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a home improvement project or program such as decision-making process, careers, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. See special rule #2 above.


• Research related careers, such as: home decorator, upholsterer, or furniture buyer.

Sewing and Needle Arts Special Rule

Exhibits in classes 10470 and 10472 should include information about application of design elements and art principles if appropriate for the exhibit.

10470 Sewing and Needle Arts - Constructed item (sewn, knitted, crocheted, or other process) that shows learning and skill in sewing, knitting,

crocheting, or other needle arts. May include the construction of household items such as pillowcases, curtains, table runners, quilts, wall

hangings, or other items. Exhibits in this class are not intended to be worn by humans.

10472 Sewing and Needle Arts – Other Ideas/Educational Exhibits - Any other educational exhibit that shows learning about sewing and needle

arts including but not limited to construction techniques, use and care of fabrics and fibers, design illustrations, decorative processes, careers.

10480 Other Family and Consumer Science - An exhibit that demonstrates learning about a family and consumer science topic that does not fit

any previous Family & Consumer Science class listed.

Special Exhibition - $10 MEAL CHALLENGE 10490 - $10 Meal Challenge – Create a balanced, nutritious meal for family of four (4) that includes a serving from each of the five good groups

for each person. Information regarding food groups and recommended daily servings can be found on the USDA MyPlate website www.choosemyplate.gov

Special Rules:

1. Each county may enter one (1) exhibit in this class.

2. All entries will receive an evaluation and participation ribbon.

3. Exhibit may be from an individual or group effort.

4. The meal must serve at least a family of four (4) people and total expense on receipt must not exceed $10.

5. The meal must include a serving for each person from each of the five (5) food groups – Fruit, Vegetable, Protein, Grain, Dairy.

6. The exhibit will be a poster (maximum size 20” x 30”) that shows the menu (including portion size), meal type (breakfast, lunch, dinner), grocery receipt, and photos of the meal. Attach a copy of the $10 Meal Challenge worksheet to the back of the poster. Additional information about the $10 Meal Challenge can be found on the Iowa 4-H $10 Meal Challenge webpage: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/10-meal-challenge-healthy-living

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

10510 Citizenship and Civic Engagement - An exhibit that shows learning about or contributing to your community, your country, or your world.

10520 Communication - An exhibit that shows learning about written, oral, and visual communication skills in their many forms. Includes learning from participation in Theatre Arts projects or programs including puppets, stage design, etc. May include original creative writing, poetry, fiction, and non-fiction, etc.

Poster Communication Special Rules:

1. Only one poster per 4-H’er may be entered.

2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core board - size minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”.

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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 copyrighted material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.

7. 4-H’ers may include the 4-H clover in the poster.

10530 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit - Special poster exhibit to visually tell a story or idea about 4-H to the public. Exhibitors must use one

of the following themes:

a. 4-H is . . . (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation)

b. Join 4-H

c. 4-H Grows... (4-H.org national marketing theme)

d. Quest to Be Your Best (Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme)

e. How Do You 4-H? (variation of Iowa State Fair theme)

10540 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 non-original material included as part of a film/movie/video. Exhibitors must provide project on a Flash Drive.

10550 Leadership - An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a positive way. Exhibits may include participation in leadership projects or programs such as, analysis of personal leadership styles and qualities, processes to determine the identification of community needs, resource analysis, activity plan or youth as partners.

10560 Self-Determined - An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4-H adventure and does not fit any other class. (Member may bring up to 3 different exhibits.)

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

Science, Engineering & Technology Special Rule:

Exhibitors entered in the 4-H Science, Engineering & Technology classes may not enter in similar FFA Ag Mechanics classes and vice-versa.

10610 Mechanics - Any exhibit that shows skills or learning about general mechanics or engineering solutions or that involve a combination of skills including, safe operation, maintenance plan, safety hazards, function of parts, etc. (Note: At State Fair large items may be displayed outside.)

10612 Automotive - Repaired or restored vehicle or educational display showing learning about an automotive idea including automotive maintenance, auto operations, auto safety, or automotive systems.

Information to include in folder: what decisions were made, materials used, costs, what was learned, and source of information. Automotive exhibits should include a report with the following information in addition to a goal sheet:

1. How did you acquire this machine?

2. What do you know about the history of this machine?

3. Include an itemized list of the costs of this exhibit including the machine itself, parts, and hired labor. If hired labor was donated, list the cost as “zero.”

4. List each step in the process of repairing/restoring the machine. Include the approximate amount of time involved in each step. Be sure to give credit to anyone who helped you with each step.

5. Tell what you learned, what was easy or hard, and what you might do different next time.

6. Tell how this machine will be used or what you will do with it.

(Note for State Fair: vehicles will be on display at the Iowa State Fair one day only, (tentatively) Thursday August 12.)

10614 Electric - Constructed or repaired article or educational display that shows skills or learning about electric wiring, appliances, lighting,

electrical energy sources, safety, etc.

10615 Small Engine - Repaired or restored operating engine or educational display or other type exhibit that shows skills or learning about small

engines. This class includes repaired or restored lawn tractors, small motorcycles, go-karts, etc.

Information to include in folder: what decisions were made, materials used, costs, what was learned, and source of information. Small

Engine exhibits should include a report with the following information in addition to a goal sheet:



3. Include an itemized list of the costs of this exhibit including the machine itself, parts, and hired labor. If hired labor was donated, list the

cost as “zero.”

4. List each step in the process of repairing/restoring the machine. Include the approximate amount of time involved in each step. Be

sure to give credit to anyone who helped you with each step.



(Note: At State Fair large items may be displayed outside.)

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10616 Tractor - Repaired or restored tractor (or educational display showing learning related to tractors, tractor mechanics, tractor operations,

or tractor safety.

Information to include in folder: what decisions were made, materials used, costs, what was learned, and source of information.

Tractor exhibits should include a report with the following information in addition to a goal sheet:



3. Include an itemized list of the costs of this exhibit including the machine itself, parts, and hired labor. If hired labor was donated, list

the cost as “zero.”

4. List each step in the process of repairing/restoring the machine. Include the approximate amount of time involved in each step. Be

sure to give credit to anyone who helped you with each step.



(Note for State Fair: A conference judging opportunity for exhibitors of repaired or restored tractors in class 10616 will be offered during

exhibit check-in. Conference judging may not be available during all check-in times. Tractors will be displayed outside throughout the

Iowa State Fair. Release time Sunday, August 22, after 7:00 p.m.)

10618 Welding - Constructed item or educational display that shows skills or learning about welding.

10620 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. Each member may enter up to three (3) exhibits in this class.

Information to include in the report:

1. Where project idea came from and why you selected it.

2. Intended use of project.

3. Construction details, steps in making the project (may use photos.)

4. Drawing of project—show plan (tell if your own design or a design adapted from another source or a purchased pattern.)

5. Material list and cost—if you were given the supplies, assess the value to show true cost of the project.

6. Tell what you learned—what was easy or hard, what would you change, how much help did you need, future plans?

(Note: At State Fair large outdoor items may be displayed outside.)

10630 Science, Engineering & Technology - Any exhibit that shows learning about or helps explain how science and technology help us interact

with the world. Topics include, biological and chemical sciences, computers & networking, earth & climate, geospatial mapping (GPS/GIS),

or any other application of Science, Engineering, or Technology.

10632 Aerospace – Educational display or other exhibit (including flyable models) showing learning about an aerospace idea or topic.

10634 Robotics – Educational display or other exhibit (including working robots) that shows learning about robotics and robotic systems.

COUNTY ONLY CLASSES 10100A The Heart of 4-H – County Only - show something you did that shows kindness in your life. What project did you do for others? Did you help a

neighbor or relative when they needed assistance? Did you make something for someone or take them something they needed? Did you find a way to show kindness to others? Look on Pinterest for some ideas. (Make sure you document where you got the idea.) The purpose of this class is to spread kindness and think of ways you can do this. Champions in each age division will receive $100 to donate to a charity of their choice.

10100B Lego, K’nex – County Only - Design and build an object using Legos or K’nex. Let your imagination be your guide. Kits may be used, but

design must be changed or added to. Must include written explanation of where you got your idea and how you planned your exhibit. 10100C Collections and Hobbies – County Only - Do you have a collection or hobby you would like to share? Bring part or all of your collection or

hobby. Write a description of your exhibit telling why you chose this hobby or decided to collect these items. Include in your description any history behind these items and what future plans you have for your hobby or collection. You may include pictures.

10100D Scrapbooking – County Only - Bring your scrapbook to fair. Show off your talents.

1. Exhibits will be judged on the following: goals, educational value, cost, design appropriate to age of member. 2. Juniors & Intermediates will be judged on use of but not limited to: use of color, stickers, themes, use of pictures, paper tearing, kinds

of paper, titles and journaling. 3. Seniors will be judged on the above and use of but not limited to: tools such as eyelets, wire, sewing, stamps, ribbon, thread, beads,

and tags. 4. Member must be able to talk with judge about the design elements and art principles in their exhibit, but do not have to write them out

10100E Models – County Only - Models may be from a kit or from the exhibitor’s own design. They may be of a stationary design or movable. 4-H’er

should indicate if model is from a kit or not and whether the model is movable or not. Also explain the procedures used in building, decisions made, materials used, costs, and what was learned. 4-H’ers who build an AEROSPACE model and would like to be eligible for State Fair should

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enter their model in Class 940 (Science, Engineering & Technology). Members may have up to 5 entries in this class if they are models of different unrelated items or one is kit and one is original.

10100F Trash to Treasure – County Only - Take a look at some of the everyday items that you use. Are there things that you could reuse or repurpose

for a second life, keep items from being “thrown away” or simply taking up space or making clutter at your home? An article that has been somehow changed by the member to become a practical or decorative article. The new use of the article must be different from the original intended use of the article. Refinished furniture is not acceptable, as the function does not change. A folder should explain the project, tell what was learned and give costs. Does not need to be made of wood. Members may enter up to 3 entries in this class if exhibits are made of different materials and the 4-H’er uses different methods of construction.

10100G Pets – County Only - Animals come in Saturday, August 1st assigned club judging times and are taken home after judging. They will be

conference judged. Members should bring a folder in which they tell about the care of their pet, what they have learned, and other information for the judge. If a member does not wish to bring an animal to the fair they can enter their written report in Class 510 (Animal Science) in the Animals Dept. This pet class is not for dogs and rabbits shown in their own divisions. The member may bring two animals in this pet show, but they must be different species, you cannot bring two of the same kind of animals (example: 1 cat, 1 hamster.) Member should leave folder and ribbon for exhibition after judging.

10100H Outdoor Home Improvement – County Only - Object made or reclaimed by the member to be used as a decorative or functional piece or display in the yard, flowerbed, garden, etc. Members do not need to include design elements or art principles for this class. Wood items may be entered in this class. Some examples might include, but not limited to:

• Flowerpot art

• Metal or wooden cutouts

• Seasonal display items

• Birdhouses

• Metal sculptures

• Steppingstones or concrete items 15101 CLOVER KIDS

Clover Kids members Kindergarten through 3rd grade can bring an individual exhibit. These exhibits will be evaluated on Saturday, July 31st, in Keppy Hall. See club judging schedule for times on page: 23 Exhibits may be on any topic; however, live animals are not allowed for this age group. Members will participate in conference judging and participation ribbons will be awarded. Exhibits will be displayed with the Clover Kids group exhibits or in their respective club booth. Exhibits are to be picked up on Monday, August 10th between 9:00—11:00 a.m. or 4:00—6:00 p.m.

15501 GROUP PROJECTS Groups will be judged in the age category of the oldest member.

Members may submit projects done as a group. The project will be entered in the appropriate subject matter class and each member must be entered in the project via Fair Entry. All group members will be eligible for ribbons and premiums, but no trophies will be given. Group Projects are eligible for State Fair.

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DOUBLE CRUST APPLE PIE CONTEST Open to any Junior, Intermediate & Senior 4-H or FFA Member This class sponsored by Scott County Pork Producers. 4-H and FFA members may enter this contest. Entries must be in place at the 4-H Exhibit Bldg. by 9:00 a.m., Saturday, August 8th. Bring to back door by Fair Office. Entries are judged and then auctioned at the lunch break at the Swine Show in the Claussen Show Barn. The purpose of this contest is to demonstrate the value of lard as the shortening in pie crust and fresh apples as the filling. Lard must be used.

1. No lattice crusts are allowed. 2. Bring entries in disposable aluminum 8 3/4” or 9” pie plates. 3. NO GLASS OR CERAMIC PLATES ACCEPTED 4. Label information the same as Food and Nutrition Division. 5. Exhibitor is limited to one entry. 6. All pies will be auctioned. 7. Profit from these pies will be donated to the Scott County Extension and 4-H program. 8. Please include recipe.

Double Crust Apple Pie: Champion Junior (4-6 grades) Champion Intermediate (grades 7-8) Champion Senior (grades 9-12) 1st place in each division $25.00 2nd place in each division $15.00 3rd place in each division $10.00 Pies become the property of the Scott County Pork Producers.

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4-H Horticulture Event—August 1, 2021

Keppy Hall—12:00 P.M. Begin Entering Projects 1:00-3:00 P.M. Judging

HORTICULTURE (COUNTY CLASSES—NOT ELIGIBLE FOR STATE FAIR)

Co-Superintendents ............................... Carol Freund 563-343-1283

Mary Riley 563-349-1194

Breana Riley

Scott County Master Gardeners

Any questions, please call a superintendent. Members having an unavoidable conflict, needs to contact the superintendents BEFORE the horticulture show to make arrangements to show their exhibits

Horticulture Special Rules:

1. All exhibitors MUST wear 4-H Scott County green t-shirt, or appropriate FFA attire. Jeans, capris, or pants. No shorts or holes in clothes. Exhibitors will be dropped one ribbon placing if not in appropriate dress attire as listed above.

2. All vegetable and flower classes will be CONFERENCE JUDGED.

3. All produce exhibited in all classes must be from the 4-H member’s current garden project, except for class 13111D.

4. Members must enter six (6) plates of vegetables to be considered for Champion Garden. Plates must be indicated prior to judging. See class 13111C.

5. There is no limit on entries in any classes.

6. All garden produce exhibits must be entered on heavy-duty white paper plates/containers with exhibitor’s name, vegetable name, variety, and organically grown, if applicable, on the top edge of plate. See 13111A for exception.

7. Attach appropriate entry card to each exhibit with string. The entry tags are available from your 4-H leader or from the 4-H office or online. In cases of entries in containers, secure label and tag to side of jar with string. Include variety and cultivar on back of entry tag.

8. Refer to pamphlet 4-H—462 “Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit.” If vegetable is not listed, follow guidelines for vegetables of similar size to determine number to bring. If quantity of specimens to bring is different from fair book, use quantity of specimens in fair book. For flowers refer to pamphlet 4-H— 464 “Preparing Cut Flowers and Houseplants for Exhibit.” Vegetables and flowers will be judged according to instructions listed in these pamphlets.

9. Classes 13211E, 13211F and 13211G could include annuals, perennials, vining flowers, or flowering shrubs. An annual is a flower that must be planted each year from seed. Ornamental grasses are to be used only in classes 13211E—13211G.

10. 4-H’ers do not have to have a written goal sheet for horticulture classes. However, they do need to be prepared to answer the following questions for the judge: (They do not need to answer these questions for costume class.)

1. What was your goal in choosing this variety and specimen?

2. How did you grow and then prepare this specimen for show?

3. How do you intend to use this specimen at home?

4. What was the most important thing you learned as you worked towards your goal?

11. Photos of County Champions will be taken on Monday, August 3rd.

12. The use of Purple Loosestrife –Lythrumsalicaria will be cause for disqualification of the exhibit. It should not be planted in gardens. It has the potential of becoming noxious in Iowa.

13. Produce, except for Champions, will be donated to a food pantry.

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

13111A Iowa Garden Display – an exhibit of six (6) different species of produce to show the diversity of crops

grown in Iowa. Display will be judged on diversity of species, color and overall presentation. Container will be judged as part of the presentation.

Champion Garden Collection Champion ribbon; Reserve

13111B Specimen Fruits and Vegetables – one variety per plate. Example: Better Boy tomatoes

NO CHAMPION OR RESERVE CHAMPION GIVEN IN 111B

Enter one (1) specimen per plate of the following:

Broccoli (or 3 sprouts) Cabbage Celery (complete plant)

Chinese Cabbage Cauliflower Egg Plant

Endive (one plant) Kale (in bottle of water) Lettuce

Muskmelon Pumpkin Spinach (one plant)

Watermelon Winter Squash Other Melons

Enter two (2) specimens per plate of the following:

Dill (dry or green) Grapes (2 bunches) Kohlrabi

Peppers Sweet Corn Sweet Potatoes

Summer Squash

Enter three (3) specimens per plate of the following:

Apples Apricots Beets

Carrots Cucumbers Garlic (dry)

Leeks Okra Onions (except green)

Parsnips Pears Peaches

Plums Potatoes (any color) Rhubarb

Salsify Turnips Tomatoes (any kind except cherry/salad/grape)

Enter five (5) specimens per plate of the following:

Herbs (in bottle of water) Onions (green) Radishes

Tomatoes (cherry/salad/grape)

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Enter six (6) specimens per plate of the following:

Beans Peas Swiss chard (leaves)

Enter ten (10) specimens of the following in a bottle of water:

Asparagus

Enter (10) specimens of the following on a paper plate:

Berries (one variety per plate) Cherries

Miscellaneous Specimens—This category is for any seed, nut, vegetable, or fruit not listed above. Please bring enough for a good display of specimens. Please identify cultivar.

13111C Vegetable Garden – To be eligible for Vegetable Garden, you must use 6 plates shown in class

111B. Members must decide PRIOR to judging time if they want to enter this class and indicate which 6 plates. Please complete entry tag—write vegetable name and variety on back.

Champion Garden Champion ribbon; Reserve

13111D Veggie/Creature Costume Class – This class is for fun. Use your imagination to make a new animal,

enhance an old one or create something entirely out of this world. Use any vegetables or fruits of your choice. You may use other NATURAL materials as decorations or enhancements. Paint and markers may be used for accent only. Attaching materials with glue, wire, or toothpicks is acceptable.

*Exhibits in this class cannot be used for showmanship. There is NO limit on entries in this class.

FOR THIS CLASS ONLY—YOU MAY PURCHASE VEGETABLES/ FRUITS ETC.

Champion Veggie/Creature Costume Class Champion ribbon, Reserve

FLOWERS

Container will not be considered during judging in classes 13211A, 13211B, 13211C and 13211D. For these classes use only clear containers—no writing, brown or colored containers.

13211A Freshly Cut Annual Flower Specimen – identify variety

Champion Freshly Cut Annual Specimen Champion ribbon; Reserve

13211B Freshly Cut Perennial Flower Specimen – identify variety (bulbs, corms, and tubers will be considered perennials. This class includes dahlias, roses, and gladiolas.)

Champion Freshly Cut Perennial Specimen Champion ribbon; Reserve

13211C Freshly Cut Flowering Shrub Specimen – identify variety. This class includes roses, hydrangeas, etc.

Champion Freshly Cut Shrub Champion ribbon; Reserve

13211D Collection of Three (3) Different Flower Specimens – identify variety. Example: marigold, petunia, zinnia. Any variety of annual or perennial or flowering shrub specimen. See rule #9.

Champion Collection of Three Different Flowers Champion ribbon; Reserve

FLORAL DESIGNS

13211E Fresh Floral Arrangement – (enter as many as you like) - All containers will be judged. Must specify which type of design being used on entry tag. All flower specimens must be identified on the back of the entry tag. Fresh Flower arrangement—This may be a center piece or one-sided arrangement, and must use some type of floral holder such as frog, oasis, etc. Container will be judged.

Champion Floral Design Champion ribbon; Reserve

13211F Fresh Cut Bouquet – (enter as many as you like) - All containers will be judged. Must specify which type of design being used on entry tag. All flower specimens must be identified on the back of the entry tag. Fresh Cut Bouquet—free form bouquet of freshly cut flower specimens using no floral holders. Bouquet may include annuals, perennials, vining flowers, or flowering shrubs. Must be in vase or appropriate container. May use leaves and twigs as accent.

Champion Floral Design Champion ribbon; Reserve

13211G Small Container Garden – Plant and bring a container garden to fair. Entire Display, 24 inches or less. Containers and Ornaments may be of any type and will be judged. Containers may be planted with flowers, vegetables, herbs or foliage plants or any combination of the above. Entries will be judged on appearance, compatibility, soil, care needed and appropriateness for intended use. All plant specimens must be identified on the back of the entry tag.

Champion Container Garden Champion ribbon; Reserve

13211H Large Container Garden – Plant and bring a container garden to fair. Entire Display, more than 24 inches. Containers and Ornaments may be of any type and will be judged. Containers may be planted with flowers, vegetables, herbs or foliage plants or any combination of the above. Entries will be judged on appearance, compatibility, soil, care needed and appropriateness for intended use. All plant specimens must be identified on the back of the entry tag.

Champion Container Garden Champion ribbon; Reserve

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HORTICULTURE SHOWMANSHIP:

Everyone may compete for showmanship. Exhibitors must choose one flower or vegetable specimen.

Showmanship criteria includes:

General conduct of exhibitor 5

Appearance of exhibitor 5

(4-H Green T-shirt or appropriate FFA attire)

Jeans, Capris, or pants—no shorts or holes in clothes.

Grooming and presentation of specimen 10

Attitude of exhibitor 5

Knowledge of flower or vegetable raising 25

Total Points 50 points

Jr. Showman Int. Showman Sr. Showman

Once you win showmanship in your age division, you cannot win again in your age division or move up to the next age division until you are at the correct grade level to move up.

Junior (4-6 grade) Intermediate (7-8 grade) Senior (9-12 grade)

2018 Cassi Paustian Claire Westerhof Bram Mess

2017 Lainey Wall Abigaile Paper Lauren Wall

Showmanship Plaques donated by:

Friend— Kress Farms

Riley Engineering

David & Joan Martz

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4-H EXHIBIT BUILDING SCHEDULE Please consider asking parents, grandparents, and friends to help with this responsibility. It is important to watch these

exhibits to make sure none are damaged during fair week, while also promoting 4-H to the public. Shifts: Clubs can split shifts up to accommodate all 4-H members. 2-6 members needed per building watch at a time.

Thank you! Tuesday, August 3rd 12:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Sheridan Sluggers 4:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Liberty Lock Building at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 4th 12:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Heartland Hoof Beats 4:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Lincoln-Sheridan Lock Building at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 5th 12:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Winfield Whipperwills 4:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Tri-County Eagles Lock Building at 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 6th 12:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Blue Grass Jr. Farmers 4:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Davenport 4-H Lock Building at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, August 7th 12:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. LeClaire Boosters 4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. LeClaire Happy Jrs. Lock Building at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, August 8th 10:00 a.m.—2:00 pm. Blue Grass Sunshine Workers Sr. 2:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m. Blue Grass Sunshine Workers Jr./Int. Lock Building at 6:00 p.m. Please note: (Clubs assigned to close building.) Please check in 4-H office when you arrive to get instructions on

locking doors and turning off the lights.

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4-H/FFA FAIR SCHEDULE

Wednesday, July 1 State Fair Animal & Horticulture Fair entries due online by 11:59 p.m. Payment must be made to the state fair.

ALL Scott County 4-H/FFA Animal entries due for MVF in Fair Entry Online by 11:59 p.m. (Paper Entries NOT allowed) (Exception-Carcass Show, See July 16th)

YQCA Certification MUST be completed before July 1st. (Beef, Dairy, Goat, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep & Swine)

Sign-ups for the following are REQUIRED by this date to help superintendents plan for the judging days:

• Educational Presentation, Working Exhibit, Extemporaneous Speaking

• Share the Fun

• Fashion Revue, Clothing Selection, The $15 Challenge **Please enter in Fair Entry Online**


Friday, July 16 4:30 p.m. 4-H Carcass Show Entry Due in Fair Entry—Must enter accurate number of animals for this event

Monday, July 26 2:00 p.m. Extemporaneous Speaking, Educational Presentations check in—Scott County Extension Office

Tuesday, July 27 12:00 p.m. (Noon) All Photography Entries are Due in Fair Entry 2:30 p.m. Share the Fun – Keppy Hall 4:00 p.m. Working Exhibits— Keppy Hall by 4:30 p.m. Turn in written records for Beef & Dairy Bucket Calf, and Bottle Sheep & Goats to the Extension Office 4:00-5:00 p.m. Market Beef Carcass Weigh in 6:00 p.m. Market Beef Carcass Show – Maquoketa Sale Barn

Wednesday, July 28 4:00-7:00 p.m. Photography Exhibits Judged – Keppy Hall

Thursday, July 29 3:00-7:00 p.m. 4-H Fashion Show Judging (Fashion Revue, Clothing Selection, and $15 Challenge)—the Scott County

Extension Office

Friday, July 30 12:00 p.m. (Noon) All Building Exhibit (Static) Entries are Due in Fair Entry

Saturday, July 31 8:30 a.m. 4-H Project Judging for Family & Consumer Sciences (Food & Nutrition, Child Development, Clothing &

Home Improvement) Visual Arts, Science, Engineering & Technology, Ag & Natural Resource, and Personal Development exhibits in Keppy Hall according to the following club schedule. Townships and clubs will be judged at the assigned times below.

8:30-10:30am Sheridan Sluggers, Lincoln/Sheridan, Liberty, Clover Kids North Scott 10:30 am –12:00 pm Blue Grass, LeClaire, Clover Kids Walcott, Clover Kids Blue Grass, Clover Kids LeClaire 10:30 am Exhibitor Meeting- Hosted by Fairboard—Fairgrounds 11:00 am -12:30 pm Lunch for Members served by Fairboard—Fairgrounds 12:00 p.m. (Noon) All Horticulture Entries are Due in Fair Entry 12:00 p.m. Exhibitor Meeting- Hosted by Fairboard—Fairgrounds 12:30-2:00 p.m. FFA, Heartland Hoof Beats, Winfield, Tri County Eagles 2:00 p.m. Choose champions.

Sunday, August 1 12:00 p.m. May begin entering Garden & Flowers—Keppy Hall. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Judging of Garden & Flowers. Pictures of Champions will be taken Monday morning, during Champions

pictures. (See Below)

Monday, August 2 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Enter 4-H Dairy & Dairy Bucket Calf 9:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Photos taken in Keppy Hall of County Champions and State Fair Exhibits in Horticulture, Communications,

Family & Consumer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Ag & Natural Resources, Creative Arts & Personal Development. Wear Green 4-H T-shirt. For list of Champions and State Fair exhibits go to http://www.extension.iastate.edu/scott afternoon on Sunday


http://www.extension.iastate.edu/scott

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9:45 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Clubs decorate booths in Keppy Hall. Clubs may not decorate before pictures are completed. 12:00.- 2:00 p.m. Enter 4-H Sheep & Meat Goats 3:00-6:00 p.m. Enter 4-H Breeding Beef 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Weigh 4-H Meat Goats and Sheep –Fair Center 5:30 p.m. 4-H Dairy Judging Contest

Tuesday, August 3 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 4-H Office Open / Sign up for Livestock Sale TBA 4-H Breeding Sheep Show after open show Fair Center 8:30 a.m. Meat Goat Show—SMA/Show Ring #2 TBA 4-H Market Sheep Show after Meat Goat show—SMA/show ring #2 10 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Breeding Beef - registration papers and ID’s Checked by superintendent at scale. 10 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Keppy Hall open 3:30 p.m. Weigh In—Dairy Bucket Calf 5:00 p.m. Oral interviews—Dairy Bucket Calf—Keppy Hall

Wednesday, August 4 8:00a.m.- 2:00 p.m. 4-H Office Open / Sign up for Livestock Sale 8:00 a.m. 4-H Dairy & Dairy Bucket Calf Show—Claussen Showbarn 10 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Keppy Hall open 1:00 p.m. Release 4-H Dairy. Dairy Bucket Calf must be out by 5:00p.m. Dairy must be out by 7:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 4-H Breeding Beef Show—Claussen Showbarn (see Breeding Beef section for info on time of show) 2:00 p.m. Release 4-H Sheep & Meat Goats 5:00 p.m. Educational Presentations & Working Exhibits repeated in Keppy Hall

Release all Breeding Beef Immediately following the conclusion of the show —must be out 6:00 a.m. Thursday

Thursday, August 5 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4-H Office Open / Sign up for Livestock Sale 6:00-10:00 a.m. Enter Market Beef & Beef Bucket Calf—may not enter on Wednesday evening. 8:00-10:00 a.m. Weigh 4-H Market Beef 8:00 a.m. Check in Horse, helmets and all bridles to be used for the day, and measure Horse & Pony entries. 7:00-10a.m. Enter Poultry in Fair Center (all poultry must be checked in by 10:00 a.m.) 9:00 a.m. Horse Show—Horse Arena 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Keppy Hall open 11:00 a.m. 4-H Poultry Show—Fair Center 1:00 p.m. Weigh in Beef Bucket Calf 1:00 pm. Hay Judging Contest—SMA/Show Ring 2 2:00 p.m. Educational Presentations & Working Exhibits Repeated Keppy Hall. 3:00-5:00 p.m. Enter 4-H Swine, must be Vet Checked on trailer before entering grounds 5:00 p.m. Oral interviews—Beef Bucket Calf—Keppy Hall 6:00 p.m. Swine Declared Weight Cards due to Superintendent

Friday, August 6 8:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. 4-H Office Open / Sign up for Livestock Sale 9:00 a.m. 4-H Market Beef & Beef Bucket Calf Show—Claussen Showbarn 10:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. Keppy Hall open 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Enter Dairy Goats 1:00 p.m. Release Poultry—must be out by 2:00 p.m. or make arrangements with superintendent. Area must be cleaned

and set up for next show. 5:30 p.m. 4-H Fashion Show and Share the Fun Acts —Keppy Hall

Saturday, August 7 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 4-H Office Open / Sign up for Livestock Sale till Noon 7:30-8:30 a.m. Enter Rabbits 9:30 a.m. 4-H Swine Show—Claussen Showbarn 9:00 a.m. Apple Pie Contest entries must be in place in Keppy Hall 9:15 a.m. 4-H Rabbit Show 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Keppy Hall open 11:00 a.m. 4-H & Open Goat (Dairy) Show 12:00 p.m. Apple Pie Auction—Claussen Showbarn (during break of swine show) 2:30 p.m. Release Rabbits or upon completion of show. TBA Release 4-H Beef Bucket Calves & Market Beef not walking in the ribbon sale - Immediately following the

conclusion of the Swine show until 5:30 p.m. (LOTTERY will be drawn for spots to leave during the afternoon. Sign-up will be posted and drawn Saturday Morning.)

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-Remaining animals may leave after the conclusion of the Belgian Horse Show (approx. 8 p.m.) 10:00 p.m. Dairy Goats released (Must be out by 8am August 9th)

Sunday, August 8 4-H Office Is Not Open 9:30 a.m. Pick up sale cards - Sale meeting (Show barn) 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 4-H & FFA Livestock Ribbon Sale - Claussen Showbarn 12:00 p.m. Release Swine after sale 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Keppy Hall open

Monday, August 9 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Release Projects in Keppy Hall and 4:00-6:00 p.m. (State Fair truck is loaded from 4-6 p.m.) Building will only be open for 4-H Exhibits to be picked up between 9-11 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. Pick up larger items between 4-6 p.m.

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