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2008 Jr. Fair Departments
BEEF - Department B
Steer Superintendents - Kristen Matuch and Shelli Smith
Associate Steer Superintendent – Amy Neutzling
Assistant Steer Superintendents – Courtney Bisel
Breeding Beef/Feeder Calf Superintendents – Penni Mitman and Krista Steiner
Associate Breeding Beef/Feeder Calf Superintendent – Abe Sauder
Assistant Breeding Beef/Feeder Calf Superintendents – Misty Hale and Casey Kelley
Breeding Beef
1. Judging will begin Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. breeding beef showmanship classes (See Beef Showmanship Section).
2. Premiums: A - $10 B - $9 C - $8
3. Breeding classes:
20 Angus 21 Hereford
22 Simmental 23 Other breeds
Age classifications:
A. Bull calf, born January 1 to April 30, 2008
B. Junior heifer calf, born January 1 to April 30, 2008
C. Senior heifer calf, born September 1 to December 31, 2007
D. Late summer yearling heifer, born July 1 to August 31, 2007
E. Early summer yearling heifer, born May 1 to June 30, 2007
F. Late junior yearling heifer, March 1 to April 30, 2007
G. Early junior yearling heifer, born January 1 to February 28, 2007
H. Senior yearling heifer, born September 1 to December 31, 2006
I. Two year old heifer, born May 1 to August 31, 2006. Must be bred.
J. Cow/calf, born on January 1, 2002 to August 31, 2005; calf born after January 1, 2008.
** Identify class NUMBER (breed) and LETTER (age classification) on fair entry
**NOTE: Breeds to be shown separate by breeds must have at least four (4) animals showing within a particular breed. Animals not placed into separate breed classes, will be shown in the Other Breeds classes.
Market Steers
1. Judging will begin Thursday after the 8:30 a.m. steer showmanship classes (See Beef Showmanship Section).
2. NO PREMIUMS FOR MARKET SALE AND/OR NON-SALE CLASSES
3. Market steer classes:
35 Beef sale class - individual market steer
36 Dairy market sale class - individual market steer
37 Beef and dairy market non-sale class - individual market steer
*** Bred, Born and Raised (BBR) classes see Beef Awards ***
4. Junior Fair exhibitors may only exhibit and show a maximum of two market steers regardless of the number of steer projects taken in their respective organization(s) (4-H/FFA inclusive).
5. Minimum weight is 900 pounds for beef and dairy beef steers.
6. Steer classes will be established according to hip-height.
7. Animals eligible for classes 35 and 36 must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee rules.
8. The Bred, Born and Raised (BBR) class shall be held Tuesday in conjunction with the Open Class Beef Breeding Show.
9. Only animals bred, born and raised in Richland County are eligible for the BBR class. In addition, animals not nominated on steer identification day will be ineligible for awards and sale.
Feeder Calves
1. Judging will begin Monday after the 10:00 a.m. feeder calf showmanship classes (See Beef Showmanship Section).
2. NO PREMIUMS FOR MARKET SALE AND/OR NON-SALE CLASSES
3. Feeder calf classes:
45 Beef feeder calf sale class - individual feeder calf
46 Dairy market feeder sale class - individual feeder calf
47 Beef feeder non-sale class - individual feeder calf
48 Dairy market feeder non-sale class - individual feeder calf
4. Junior Fair exhibitors may only exhibit and show two feeder calves regardless of the number of feeder calf projects taken in their respective organization(s) (4-H/FFA inclusive).
5. Dairy feeder calves must be castrated males and dehorned by identification day.
6. Beef feeder calves may be castrated males (must be castrated and dehorned by tagging day) or beef heifers (must be dehorned by tagging day)..
7. Feeder calf weight must be 350 - 650 pounds.
8. Animals eligible for classes 45 and 46 must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee rules.
BRED, BORN AND RAISED STEER SHOW (BBR SHOW)
1. Judging will begin Tuesday, at approximately 1:00 p.m.
2. This show is for any steer that is being shown within the Junior Fair and is a bred, born & raised steer of Richland County.
3. Classes will be established according to hip height.
4. Animals shown in this contest must be registered as a Richland County Junior Fair project.
5. Minimum weight is 900 pounds for beef and dairy beef steers as is established in the Jr. Fair Steer Rules.
6. Current exhibitors must use their own animals.
7. Animals eligible for this show must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee Rules.
8. No separate entry is needed for this class. Entry is established from BBR nominations at the designated market steer tagging & weigh-in day held in December.
BEEF SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES
********** MUST SIGN UP FOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES THE DAY BEFORE THE SHOW! ************
1. Order of showmanship classes will be: 1) Senior, 2) Junior, 3) Novice, 4) Pro.
2. The first year a member shows any type of beef (steer, feeder calf or breeding beef) is their NOVICE year. Any succeeding years still in beef (any division), they must show as junior, senior, etc., but NOT novice. If first year exhibitor is in more than one division, the first beef showmanship class entered during the current year must be novice. The second will be according to their age class. There will be a Novice A (8 to 13 year-olds) and Novice B (14 years and older) for feeder calves.
3. THE SHOWMAN OF SHOWMEN CONTEST, the overall beef showmanship winner, will be determined by a show-off of the beef breeding, steer and feeder calf pro showmanship winners. This show-off will be held immediately following the pro steer showmanship class. Exhibitor not permitted to use their own animal in the show-off.
4. In 2008 feeder calves will be used for the beef species showoff. The rotation of animals in the following years will be, steers, beef breeding, and feeder calves respectively. The location of the show-off will be determined annually by the Jr. Fair Superintendent. A different judge (other than steer show judge) will be used for the beef showmanship show-off.
5. SHOWMAN OF SHOWMEN CONTEST -- If a person wins more than one Pro Showman class (beef species), a drawing will be held between the categories. Division drawn will have second place person participate in the show-off for the beef representative to the Showman of Showmen Contest.
AWARDS - BREEDING BEEF
Supreme Champion Beef Female: Trophy presented by the Randy Eisenhauer Family; $100 cash award presented by Richland County Cattleman’s Association
Reserve Supreme Champion Beef Female: Trophy presented by the Randy Eisenhauer Family; $50 cash award presented by Richland County Cattleman’s Association
Pro Breeding Beef Showmanship: Award presented by Charles Miller & Associates, Auctioneers
Senior Breeding Beef Showmanship: Award presented by RC Cattleman’s Association
Junior Breeding Beef Showmanship: Award presented by Richland County Farm Bureau
Novice Breeding Beef Showmanship: Award presented by Chatlain Enterprises
Beef Breeding Barn Herdsman Award: Individual award presented by Barnyard Buddies 4-H Club. Group Award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
AWARDS - STEERS
Grand Champion Market Steer: Trophy presented by E. Robert Boliantz Company, Inc.; $200 savings bond award presented by Richland County Cattleman's Association.
Reserve Champion Market Steer: Trophy presented by Norbert Keller Family; $100 savings bond award presented by Richland County Cattleman's Association.
Grand Champion Dairy Market Steer: Trophy presented in memory of Bruce Winters by Wanda Winters Family; $100 savings bond award presented by Richland County Cattleman's Association.
Reserve Champion Dairy Market Steer: Trophy presented by Eugene and Carole Kirkpatrick Family; $50 savings bond presented by Richland County Cattleman's Association.
Pro Steer Showmanship: Award presented by Farm Credit Services
Senior Steer Showmanship: Award presented by Kelly’s Propane
Junior Steer Showmanship: Award presented by Richland County Livestock Lovers 4-H Club
Novice Steer Showmanship: Award presented by Plymouth FFA
Steer Barn Herdsman Award: Individual award presented by Chatlain Enterprises. Group award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
AWARDS - BRED, BORN AND RAISED STEERS
Grand Champion BBR Beef Steer - Trophy presented by Richland County Cattleman’s Association; $200 Savings Bond presented by Richland County Cattlemen's Association
Reserve Champion BBR Beef Steer - Trophy presented by Fantastic 4-H'ers 4-H Club; $100 Savings Bond presented by Richland County Cattlemen's Association
Grand Champion BBR Dairy Steer - Trophy presented by Barnyard Buddies 4-H Club; $100 Savings Bond presented by Richland County Cattlemen's Association
Reserve Champion BBR Dairy Steer - Trophy presented by Buckeye Barn Busters 4-H Club; $50 Savings Bond presented by Richland County Cattlemen's Association
AWARDS – FEEDER CALVES
Grand Champion Beef Feeder Calf: Trophy presented by Schroeder's Dari Delight; Show halter presented by Richland County Cattleman’s Association
Reserve Champion Beef Feeder Calf: Trophy presented by Eugene & Carole Kirkpatrick Family
Grand Champion Dairy Market Feeder: Trophy presented by Kelly’s Propane
Reserve Champion Dairy Market Feeder: Trophy presented by Kelly’s Propane
Pro Feeder Calf Showmanship: Award presented by Richland Round-Up 4-H Club
Senior Feeder Calf Showmanship: Award presented by Richland Cabinet, Loren McKinney
Junior Feeder Calf Showmanship: Award presented by Plymouth FFA
Novice A Feeder Calf Showmanship: Award presented by Chatlain Enterprises
Novice B Feeder Calf Showmanship: Award presented by Cubs & Clovers 4-H Club
Feeder Calf Barn Herdsman Award: Individual award presented by Red & Gray Gang 4-H Club. Group award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
SHEEP - Department C
Superintendents – Elizabeth Metzger and Kerri Pruner
Associate Superintendent – Bobby Mitman
Assistant Superintendents – Patrick Henderson and Rachel Jenney
Breeding Sheep
1. Judging will begin Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.
2. Premiums: A - $9 B - $8 C - $7
3. Breeding classes:
50 Cheviot 54 Hampshire 63 Southdown
51 Columbia 60 Merino 64 Suffolk
52 Corriedale 61 Montadale 68 Targhee
53 Dorset 62 Shropshire 69 Other breeds
Age Classifications:
A. Ewe, 2 years and over
B. Ewe, 1 year and under 2 years
C. Ewe lamb
D. Ram, 1 year and under 2 years
E. Ram lamb
** Identify class NUMBER (breed) and LETTER (age classification) on fair entry.
NOTE: Breeds to be shown separate by breeds must have at least four (4) animals showing within a particular breed. Animals not placed into separate breed classes, will be shown in the Other Breeds classes.
Market Lambs
1. Judging will begin Tuesday after the 5:00 p.m. showmanship classes.
2. NO PREMIUMS FOR MARKET SALE AND/OR NON-SALE CLASSES
3. Market classes:
65 Sale class - individual market lamb
66 Non-sale class - individual market lamb
4. All market lambs shown must be wethers or ewes.
5. Acceptable market weight shall be minimum of 90 pounds and maximum of 145 pounds.
6. Animals eligible for class 65 must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee rules.
7. Animals shall not be picked up, pinched or slapped during the show and sale (may lead to disqualification by judge).
AWARDS - SHEEP BREEDING
Grand Champion Ewe: Trophy presented by the Craner Chiropractic
Reserve Champion Ewe: Trophy presented by the Tom Glauer Family
Grand Champion Ram: Trophy presented by Jane Goodall Family
Reserve Champion Ram: Trophy to be presented Craner Club Lambs
AWARDS - SHEEP SHOWMANSHIP AND MARKET LAMBS
MUST SIGN UP FOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES THE DAY BEFORE THE SHOW
Pro Sheep Showmanship: Award presented by Crestview FFA
Senior Sheep Showmanship: Award presented by the Tim Cooper Family in memory of Shelby Cooper
Junior Sheep Showmanship: Award presented by Crestview FFA
Novice Sheep Showmanship: Award presented by Rick Swendal Family
Grand Champion Market Lamb: Trophy presented by Charles Miller and Associates Auctioneers
Reserve Champion Market Lamb: Trophy presented by Roaming Rovers 4-H Club
Sheep Barn Herdsman Award: Individual award presented by Fackler Family Chiropractic. Group award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of pens
SWINE - Department D
Superintendents – Mandy Burrer and David Gerster
Associate Superintendent – Loren Hulit
Assistant Superintendents – Justin Metzger
Market Hogs
1. Judging will begin Wednesday after 12:00 noon showmanship classes.
2. NO PREMIUMS FOR MARKET SALE AND/OR NON-SALE CLASSES
3. Market classes:
75 Sale class - individual market hog
76 Non-sale class - individual market hog
4. All market hogs must be barrows or gilts.
5. Acceptable market weight shall be a minimum of 210 pounds and maximum of 285 pounds.
6. Animals eligible for class 75 must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee rules.
7. All market hogs that are unloaded at the fair must be slaughtered at the end of the fair by a designated packer as per Livestock Sale Committee.
8. Hog barn will be closed to the public during the show.
AWARDS – SWINE
MUST SIGN UP FOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES THE DAY BEFORE THE SHOW
Pro Swine Showmanship: Award presented by the Judy Villard Family
Senior Swine Showmanship: Award presented by Paulette and Amy McFarland in Memory of Lonnie McFarland
Intermediate Swine Showmanship: Award presented by Charles Miller and Associates, Auctioneer
Junior Swine Showmanship: Award presented Twin Oak Hog Farms
Beginner Swine Showmanship: Award presented by Ken and Charlene Burrer
Novice B Swine Showmanship: Award presented by Stoodt Insurance Agency
Novice A Swine Showmanship: Award presented by Olivesburg Grange #2641
Grand Champion Market Hog: Trophy presented in Memory of John Hartz
Reserve Champion Market Hog: Trophy presented by Country Creatures 4-H Club
Herdsman Award: Individual award presented by Richland Round-Up 4-H Club. Group award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
GOATS - Department E
Superintendents – Brittany Rietschlin and Sarah Sanders
Associate Superintendent –Matt Gardner
Assistant Superintendents – Nicole Riedlinger, Evan Freer and Hannah Sanders
Goats
1. Judging will begin Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
2. Premiums: (Breeding) A - $9 B - $8 C - $7
NO PREMIUMS FOR MARKET SALE AND/OR NON-SALE CLASSES
3. Dairy classes: (All dairy goats must be milked out & clipped)
100 Junior kid, born after April 1, current year
101 Senior kid, born January 1 to March 31, current year
102 Dry yearlings, 1 year and under 2 years
103 Yearlings in milk, under 2 years of age
104 Junior doe, 2 years and under 3 years (must have previously freshened)
107 Mature doe, 3 years and under 5 years (must have previously freshened)
108 Aged mature doe, 5 years and older (must have previously freshened)
109 Mother and Daughter, daughter born after January 1, current year, and her mother both owned by exhibitor, both must be 4-H or FFA projects and both must be shown in other Junior Fair classes.
110 Mother and Daughter, daughter 1 year old or older, and her mother both owned by the exhibitor, both must be 4-H or FFA projects and both must be shown in other Junior Fair classes.
111 Harness Goat, year I, born after January 1, current year
112 Harness Goat, year II
113 Harness Goat, year III
115 Dairy Goat Sale Class - individual market goat
116 Dairy Goat Non-sale Class - individual market goat
4. Animals in the market goat sale class may be castrated male or female goats.
5. Boer classes:
214 Boer Doe Breeding Class (no age limitations – all one class)
215 Boer Goat Sale Class - individual market goat
216 Boer Goat Non-sale Class – individual market goat
6. First and second place of classes 100, 101 and 102 will compete for Junior Champion Dairy Goat.
7. First and second place of classes 103, 104, 107 and 108 will compete for Senior Champion Dairy Goat.
8. Junior and Senior Champion and Junior and Senior Reserve Champion will compete for Grand Champion Dairy Goat.
9. Boer Doe Breeding Class will have class placings ONLY (no champion or reserve champion at this time).
10. Market goats must be born after January 1, current year. Each exhibitor may only bring and weigh two market goat animals (boer and dairy combined). Boer and dairy goat determinations will be made on goat identification day.
11. All market goats must weigh a minimum of 65 pounds.
12. Animals eligible for classes #115 and #215 must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee rules.
13. One goat per member per class, except Mother and Daughter class, market class or harness goat team, with total of six goats shown per member for premium.
14. No bucks for show on the fairgrounds.
15. Horns are not recommended on any market or dairy goat exhibited at the county fair, but if intact, may be no longer than one inch in length.
GOAT SHOW DAY DRESS CODE: Sleeved, collared shirt, jeans (or skirt), hard soled shoes (in addition to other livestock show day dress codes). For other Jr. Fair Activities see Dress Code Rule # 56.
AWARDS – GOATS
MUST SIGN UP FOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES THE DAY BEFORE THE SHOW
Grand Champion Dairy Goat: Trophy presented by Kelly’s Propane
Reserve Champion Dairy Goat: Trophy presented by Charles Miller and Associates, Auctioneers
Senior Champion Dairy Goat: Trophy presented by Lucky 4-H’ers 4-H Club
Junior Champion Dairy Goat: Trophy presented by Metzger’s Precision Electric, LLC
Pro Goat Showmanship: Award presented by Frank, Lois and Andy Scoles
Senior Dairy Goat Showmanship: Award presented by Ron and Jean Litwiler
Junior Dairy Goat Showmanship: Award presented by Goats-n-Things 4-H Club
Novice A Dairy Goat Showmanship: Award presented by Bill & Cathy Gardner Family
Novice B Dairy Goat Showmanship: Award presented by Cathy, Jim & Casey Bly
Grand Champion Market Dairy Goat: Trophy presented by Bill and Wanda Chase
Reserve Champion Market Dairy Goat: Trophy presented by Bill and Wanda Chase
Grand Champion Boer Goat: Trophy presented by Charles Miller and Associates, Auctioneer
Reserve Champion Boer Goat: Trophy presented by 4-H Friends 4-H Club
Herdsmen Award: Individual award presented by Gregg, Gloria and Scott Franklin. Group award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
Cash Awards for Goat Showmanship – Sponsored by Dan and Linda Zickefoose Family in memory of Zack Zickefoose.
RABBITS - Department F
Superintendents – Elizabeth Greenslade and Crystal Maglott
Associate Superintendent – Brett Neutzling
Assistant Superintendents – Kara Fairchild and Danielle Boggs
1. Judging will begin Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. with two (2) judges
2. Premiums: (Breeding) A - $5 B - $4 C - $3
NO PREMIUMS FOR MARKET SALE AND/OR NON-SALE CLASSES
3. Breeding classes:
80 Buck
81 Doe
** Identify sex (buck or doe) by NUMBER
NOTE: Breeds to be shown separate by breeds must have at least four (4) animals showing within a particular breed. Animals not placed into separate breed classes, will be shown in the Other Breeds classes.
4. Winners from classes 80 and 81 will compete for Best of Show Breeding Rabbit.
5. Market classes:
85 Market Rabbit sale class
86 Market Rabbit non-sale class
6. Acceptable market weight shall be a minimum of 3 pounds and a maximum of 6 pounds. No one rabbit shall exceed 12 weeks of age. Rabbits for market class 85 must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee rules
7. Weigh-in for the market rabbits shall be Saturday (day prior to fair) from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Rabbit Barn.
8. Breeding animals will be identified by breed at the county fair.
AWARDS – RABBITS
MUST SIGN UP FOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES THE DAY BEFORE THE SHOW
Best of Show Breeding Rabbit: Trophy presented by Milt and Phyllis Brown,
Reserve Best of Show Breeding Rabbit: Trophy presented Scott and Janet Myers
Pro Rabbit Showmanship: Award to be presented Kelly’s Propane
Senior Rabbit Showmanship: Award presented by Jugs Corner Grange
Junior Rabbit Showmanship: Award presented by Ideal Farm Kids 4-H Club
Intermediate Rabbit Showmanship: Award presented by Olivesburg Grange #2641
Beginner Rabbit Showmanship: Award presented by Circle “G” Farms – Ullinskey/Owings
Novice A Rabbit Showmanship: Award presented by Ron & Jean Litwiler
Novice B Rabbit Showmanship: Award presented by Farm Gang 4-H Club
Grand Champion Market Rabbit: Trophy presented by Milt and Phyllis Brown
Reserve Champion Market Rabbit: Trophy presented by Scott and Janet Myers
Herdsman Award: Individual award presented by Circle “G” Farms -Ullinskey/Owings. Group award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
POULTRY- Department
Superintendents – Angie Floro and Jocelyn Mabee
Associate Superintendent – Jessica Evans
Assistant Superintendents – Sammi Richard and Sherry Dawson
1. Judging will begin Monday at 8:30 a.m.
2. Premiums: (Breeding) A - $5 B - $4 C - $3
NO PREMIUM FOR MARKET SALE AND/OR NON-SALE CLASSES
3. Poultry classes:
120 Poultry production - pen of three pullets
121 Fancy poultry - one bird
122 Ducks and geese - pen of three birds
123 Pigeons, fancy and squabs - pair of birds
125 Broiler Sale Class - pen of four birds (see Broiler Rules)
126 Broiler Non-Sale Class – pen of four birds (see Broiler Rules)
145 Turkey Sale Class - one bird
146 Turkey Non-sale Class - one bird
147 Market Ducks Sale Class – pen of two ducks
148 Market Ducks Non Sale Class – pen of two ducks
4. Market pen of four broilers must originate from designated county pool.
5. Pen of four market broilers must have a combined minimum weight of at least 12 pounds and not to exceed 26 pounds. (See Broiler Rules)
6. Market turkey project must originate from designated pool.
7. Market turkey must weigh a minimum of 20 pounds.
8. Market ducks – pen of 2, from designated pool (coordinated by Brenda & David Thompson) must weigh at least 10 lbs. combined weight.
9. Animals eligible for market classes 125, 145 and 147 must have conformed to the Livestock Sale Committee rules.
10. Weigh-in day for broilers, turkeys & ducks shall be Saturday (day prior to fair) from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Poultry Barn.
11. In the event of illness, injury or death of one or more market broilers or market ducks, exhibitors of the pen of broilers or ducks may not substitute birds from another Junior Fair exhibitor, or any other source, to complete the pen of four/two requirement.
PEN OF 4 MARKET BROILERS
1. All champions will sell at the sale.
2. Birds will be from a NPIP approved hatchery (selected by the Extension Office) and ALL birds shown in this class must come from the designated pool (birds not to be older than seven weeks of age on show day). Must be owned and cared for by exhibitor 48 hrs.after hatching.
3. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in the broiler meat pen class.
4. Exhibitors are required to check in four (4) birds but, show three (3) birds.
5. Meat pen birds must be weighed in at designated times as stated above. No sorting of birds will be allowed after arrival at the fair. Only the four birds weighed in will be eligible to compete in the show. Exhibitors must bring all four (4) birds to the weigh station where all four (4) birds will be weighed together.
6. Maximum total weight for four (4) birds in the meat pen class is 26 pounds, minimum weight is 12 pounds. One-half (1/2) pound break will be used for poultry. Any pen over/under weight limit will be placed in the non-sale class.
7. On judging day, all Junior Fair exhibitors must be present to bring their birds to the judging table. The Junior Fair exhibitors will only be assisted by other Junior Fair exhibitors or other ring personnel if the need for assistance is required. NO other person will be allowed to assist the Junior Fair exhibitors during the show or judging.
8. SALE DAY: On sale day, all four (4) birds will make a pen. Exception: If one of the four original birds should perish during fair week, the Junior Fair exhibitor may still sell his/her pen consisting of three (3) birds. Two birds or less will not make a pen and will not qualify for the sale.
AWARDS – Poultry
MUST SIGN UP FOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES THE DAY BEFORE THE SHOW
Poultry Best of Show: Trophy presented by Ron and Jean Litwiler
Reserve Poultry Best of Show: Trophy presented by Alan Kaylor Family
Pro Poultry Showmanship: Award presented by Kelly’s Propane
Senior Poultry Showmanship: Award presented by Jugs Corner Grange
Junior Poultry Showmanship: Award presented by Roaming Rovers 4-H Club
Novice Poultry Showmanship: Award presented by Gregg & Gloria Franklin Family
Grand Champion Broilers: Trophy presented by Blue-Gold 4-H Club
Reserve Champion Broilers: Trophy presented by the David & Brenda Thompson Family
Grand Champion Market Turkey: Trophy presented Charles Miller and Associates, Auctioneers
Reserve Champion Market Turkey: Trophy presented by Pam Young
Grand Champion Pen of Two Market Ducks: Trophy presented by David and Brenda Thompson & Family
Reserve Champion Pen of Two Market Ducks: Trophy presented by Blue-Gold 4-H Club.
Poultry Barn Herdsman Award: Individual award presented Lucky 4-H’ers 4-H Club. Group award presented by the Richland County Livestock Sale Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
HORSES - Department H
Superintendent – Jen Waseman
Associate Superintendent – Leslie Powell
Assistant Superintendent – Colton Runion
Saddle Horses
1. Judging will be Monday 10:00 a.m. & Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
2. Premiums: A - $8 B - $7 C - $6
3. Show classes:
130 - Saddle horse – only one entry (horse) per exhibitor. Animals may not be shared by any exhibitor. Class choices shall largely conform to those at the Ohio State Fair. For a complete show bill, listing of awards and class requirements, refer to the Richland County Junior Fair Horse Handbook.
131 - Production Horse - only horses officially designated as a part of a premium class exhibit and participate in a premium class shall be eligible for entry in competitive horse activities, including, but not limited to, the Horse King & Queen Contest, Reining Show and Versatility Show.
4. Horses designated and required as premium class entries will be eligible for the Thursday and Saturday Fair Fun Shows. Only project (including back-up) horse may be used for county fair events.
5. Exhibitors are encouraged to show in more than one class on premium day, but only one class will be counted as the participation for premium class.
6. Western horses shall measure more than 58" in height. Ponies shall be under 58". If classes are not divided by horse and ponies, the horse/exhibitor may show in the horse class.
7. Only foals that are entered as a production project and has appropriate horse registration for each animal, received by May 15, 2008. Advisors have until June 1 to make any additions or changes in registration) will be eligible to be shown in the Richland County Junior Fair.
Awards - Saddle Horse
Awards for saddle horses are listed in the current Richland 4-H Horse Handbook.
Class trophies are presented by:
* American Tool & Manufacturing Co.
* Awardsmith Trophies and Plaques
* Barnyard Buddies 4-H Club
* Clear Fork Colts & Fillies 4-H Club
* Scott and Janet Myers
* Mike and Nancy Oehlhof and Family
* Richland County Wranglers 4-H Club
* Trailblazers 4-H Club
* Circle “G” Farms – Ullinskey/Owings
* Smokin’ Acres – Wes & Ronda Shafer
Additional Horse Trophy Sponsors:
Haring's Jewelry Store The Saddlery, Ashland
Miller's Jewelry Phil Fraley
Tiz Whiz Feeds RFD, Bellville
TSC, Mansfield Shelby FFA
Liberty Mill, Shelby Western Shop
Herdsmen Award: Group award (trophy) presented by Smokin’ Acres, Wes & Rhonda Shafer
Group award (cash gift) presented by the Barn Raisers 4-H Horse Advisory Committee. Selection based on: 1) cooperative effort, 2) preparation and care of animals, and 3) attractiveness of exhibit.
Draft Horses
1. Draft horse hitch judging will begin Monday in conjunction with Open Class Draft Show
2. Draft pony judging will begin Wednesday in conjunction with Open Class Pony Show (see details in Special Open Class Pony Show Section)
3. Draft horse halter judging will begin Friday at 8:30 a.m.
4. Premiums (horse and pony): A - $8 B - $7 C - $6
5. Draft Horse Show classes:
132 Draft horse - halter class
133 Draft horse - single hitch cart
134 Draft horse - team hitch
137 Draft horse - production (mare shown in another class)
6. Draft Pony Show classes:
340 Draft pony - showmanship
341 Draft pony - halter
342 Draft pony - single hitch draft driving
343 Draft pony - team hitch
Awards - Draft Horse
Senior Draft Horse Showmanship: Award presented by Crying Bridge Percherons, Gary Bly in memory of Ann S. Bly
Junior Draft Horse Showmanship: Award presented by Ken & Charlene Burrer
Novice Draft Horse Showmanship: Award presented by Rural Farm Distributors, Bellville
Single Hitch: Trophy presented by Roger and Mary K Steele
Team Hitch: Trophy presented by Bibs & Boots 4-H Club
STILL EXHIBITS - Department I
Superintendents – Andrea Miller and Mary Border
Associate Superintendent – Emily Herr
Assistant Superintendents – Kendal Scott and Keith Whittenberger
Pre-fair Still Exhibits
1. Judging is July 17, 2008.
2. Engineering premiums: Premiums
A B C
* 4-H Woodworking I & II 3.00 2.75 2.50
(or FFA small exhibit)
* 4-H Woodworking III + Advanced 6.00 5.00 4.00
(or FFA large project)
* Small welding project 3.00 2.75 2.50
* Large welding project 6.00 5.00 4.00
* Lawn Power Equipment 3.00 2.75 2.50
* Small engines (2 & 4 cycle) 3.00 2.75 2.50
* Misc. engineering (4-H radio 3.00 2.75 2.50
controlled vehicles, model airplanes, rockets, electricity, tractor)
* Rope 3.00 2.75 2.50
3. Conservation premiums: 3.00 2.75 2.50
4. Miscellaneous agriculture premiums: 3.00 2.75 2.50
5. Bicycle premiums (poster): 3.00 2.75 2.50
6. Photography premiums: 3.00 2.75 2.50
7. Home Economics/related premiums:
Dress-up Dress (including formal) 3.00 2.75 2.50
Coats and Jackets 3.00 2.75 2.50
Furniture recycling 3.00 2.75 2.50
Other home ec related projects 3.00 2.75 2.50
8. Other still exhibits (not already listed) 3.00 2.75 2.50
Pre-fair Crop/Gardening/Plants Exhibits
1. Judging is Thursday evening, July 31 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
2. Exhibit guidelines and premiums: $3.00 2.75 2.50
230 Corn, 5 stalks cut
231 Wheat, 1 quart, clear jar
232 Oats, 1 quart, clear jar
233 Soybeans, 5 cut plants
240 Potatoes, 1 peck
241 Tomatoes, tray of 5 tomatoes
242 Vegetable Gardening I, 3 each of 3 different vegetables*
243 Family Vegetable Garden, 3 each of 5 different vegetables *
244 Vine crops, 2 specimens of each crop grown
247 Strawberries, display/poster or trays of 1 plant and runners
248 Grapes, poster of subject of interest
250 Annual flowers or bedding plants, display of 3 kinds or an artistic arrangement
251 Houseplants, educational display or display of 3 kinds
260 Alfalfa hay, 90 percent or more alfalfa, 6"-8" slice from present crop project
261 Alfalfa mixed, 50 to 90 percent alfalfa
262 Clover, 90 percent or more clover
263 Clover mixed, 50 to 90 percent clover
264 Light mixed, 20 to 50 percent legume
270 Miscellaneous crop projects
* Classes 242 and 243 may not be shown in the same year.
AWARDS - STILL EXHIBITS
Engineering Sweepstakes Award - Trophy presented by Scott and Janet Myers. Selection based on: 1) Construction (50 points), 2) Utility and adaptation to farm and home use (35 points) and 3) Materials and finish (15 points).
Best of Show: Aerospace - Trophy presented by Our Gang 4-H Club
Best of Show: Conservation - Trophy presented by Our Gang 4-H Club
Best of Show: Decorama - Trophy presented by Blue-Gold 4-H Club
Best of Show: Family Life - Trophy presented by Apple Hill Orchard
Best of Show: Foods & Nutrition (Beginner) - Trophy presented by Ron and Jean Litwiler
Best of Show: Foods & Nutrition (Intermediate) - Trophy presented by the Whittenberger Family
Best of Show: Foods & Nutrition (Advanced) - Trophy presented by Richland County 4-H Junior Leadership Club
Best of Show: Gardening - Trophy presented by Lucky 4-H’ers 4-H Club
Best of Show: Health - Trophy presented by Apple Hill Orchard
Best of Show: Home Equipment - Trophy presented by Gold Ribbon Gang 4-H Club
Best of Show: Leadership - Trophy presented by Country Champions 4-H Club
Best of Show: Miscellaneous Agriculture - Trophy presented by Farmhand Friends
Best of Show: Photography - Trophy presented by Richland County 4-H Junior Leadership Club
Best of Show: Small Animals - Trophy presented by Cub Country Kids 4-H Club
Best of Show: Veterinary Science - Trophy to be presented Crying Bridge Percherons, Gary Bly in memory of Ann S. Bly
Best of Show: Woodworking - Trophy presented by Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, FLCA
Booth Exhibits
4-H: All exhibits must be in place by 5:45 p.m. Saturday, August 2, and remain in place until released at 8 a.m. Sunday, August 10. Exhibits not in place by 5:45 p.m. August 2 shall NOT be placed in a 4-H booth, but may be exhibited elsewhere by noon Sunday (opening day of fair) as directed by the Junior Fair Board Still Exhibits Department Superintendents. Participation premium awarded if booth verification and exhibit requirements met.
FHA and FFA: Appropriate booths may be set up to show new concepts or projects that carry out the goals of the FHA or FFA organizations. All exhibits must be in place by noon on Sunday (opening day of fair) and remain in place until released at 8 a.m. August 10. Participation premium awarded if exhibit requirements met.
DAY ACTIVITIES - Department J
Superintendent – Jennifer Delong
Associate Superintendent – Tyler Seaman
Assistant Superintendents – Heather Paramore and Samantha Beal
Demonstrations
1. Pre-registration is required by July 1 (unless July 1 falls on Saturday or Sunday then the deadline is the following Monday) to the Extension office. All participants must be 4-H members (Cloverbuds not eligible).
2. Judging will be held pre-fair on Wednesday, July 9 beginning at 6:00 p.m. Schedules will be released prior to the contest.
3. All presentations must be demonstrations or illustrated talks and follow state guidelines.
4. No large animals (i.e., horse, beef, dairy, swine over 20 pounds) shall be used in a 4-H demonstration. Participants should adjust the topic of the demonstration to use model animals. Any animal used under 20 pounds must meet the fair health requirements.
5. Demonstrations should be a minimum of 6 minutes and a maximum of 12 minutes in length.
AWARDS - DEMONSTRATIONS
Junior Individual - Award presented by 4-H CARTEENS of Richland County
Junior Team - Award presented by Country Kids 4-H Club
Intermediate Individual – Award presented by Chad and Amy Kirkpatrick
Intermediate Team – Award presented by Sandi and Mark Arnold Family
Senior Individual - Award presented by Richland County 4-H Youth Safety Council
Senior Team - Award presented by Alan and Teresa Kaylor Family
Outstanding Speaker - Rosettes presented by the Richland County Agricultural Society
Dogs
1. Judging will be held on Friday, August 8, beginning at 9:30 a.m. for exhibitor(s) and dogs that submitted a fair entry by July 1.
2. Fair exhibits for all dog projects shall consist of a poster or display.
Premiums: A - $3 B - $2.75 C - $2.50
201 - Obedience
(J-1) Sub Novice A (J-7) Open A
(J-2) Sub Novice B (J-8) Open B
(J-3) Novice A (J-9) Graduate Open A
(J-4) Novice B (J-10) Graduate Open B
(J-5) Graduate Novice A (J-11) Utility A
(J-6) Graduate Novice B (J-12) Utility B
202 – Showmanship
(J-13) Showmanship Junior A (Ages 8-11 as of 01/01/08)
(J-14) Showmanship Junior B (Ages 8-11 as of 01/01/08)
(J-15) Showmanship Intermediate A (Ages 12-14 as of 01/01/08)
(J-16) Showmanship Intermediate B (Ages 12-14 as of 01/01/08)
(J-17) Showmanship Senior A (Ages 15-18 as of 01/01/08)
(J-18) Showmanship Senior B (Ages 15-18 as of 01/01/08)
203 – Performance
204 – You and Your Dog
3. Dog Fun Show on Monday, August 4 at 7:30 p.m. offers fun classes for all 4-H members taking a dog project. Classes may include, but are not limited to, obstacle course, tricks, dress-up, simple obedience skills, dog calling and love your dog.
AWARDS – DOGS
Auditor's Award - Trophy presented by Pat Dropsey, Richland County Auditor. Selection based on highest point total of contest.
Top Awards - Trophies presented by: Andrew Kiefer Wild N’ Free 4-H Club
Trailblazers 4-H Club Hill Crest Farm, Loren McKinney
Bargo Family Nathan Kiefer Family
Josh and Ashley Coffey Gold Ribbon Gang
RC Wranglers 4-H Club Pet Smart
Auto Zone Petland
Jason and Kitty Porter Country Kids
Mike and Lisa Vining Champion Canine Center
Jennifer Pue United Concrete
Jody Akers
Class ribbons presented by the Richland County Agricultural Society
EVENING ACTIVITIES - Department K
Superintendent – Jessica Miller and Sean Burdine
Associate Superintendent – Falyn GIlbert
Assistant Superintendents – Kariann Keller
Junior Fair King and Queen Contest
1. Participants may be a boy or girl who is between 15 - 18 years of age as of January 1, current year, not married and/or not borne a child so they may be a State Fairs Queen competitor in 2009 (Girls Only). Expectant or current father (cannot be married) is not permitted to participate in the King category.
2. Participants must be an active member of a youth organization eligible to participate in the Richland County Junior Fair.
3. Participants must be a current year Richland County Junior Fair exhibitor.
4. Any organization which is a part of the Richland County Junior Fair may nominate one or more of its members to participate.
5. Contestant applications are due July 17 in the Extension Office.
6. All contestants will participate in an orientation and “Tea" on Saturday, prior to the fair.
7. All contestants will be interviewed by a panel of judges on Saturday just prior to the fair.
8. The pageant (final presentations by contestants) will be held on Sunday evening at the fair.
9. Selection based on:
Jr. Fair organization activities & leadership 60%
* Participation 20%
* Achievement 10%
* Leadership 20%
* Initiative 10%
Self-presentation 20%
(includes responsiveness to questions)
Poise, personality & personal appearance 20%
(includes interview and pageant)
10. The 2008 Richland County Junior Fair Queen will compete in the 2010 Ohio State Fair Queen Contest.
11. DRESS CODE: Follow Jr. Fair Activity Dress Code (Rule #56) with the exception of pageant and grandstand presentation dress (dress should not be low-cut, show midriff or be unpresentable for the Junior Fair; shawls suggested).
AWARDS - JUNIOR FAIR KING AND QUEEN
Junior Fair Queen:
* Trophy presented in Memory of John Hartz
* $50 savings bond given by Richland County Junior Fair Board
* Crown given by Kimmy Villard, 2007 Junior Fair Queen
* Sash presented by Liana (Huff) Lee, former Junior Fair Queen
* Flowers presented by Michelle Winters-Kennedy, former Junior Fair Queen
Junior Fair Queen Royalty:
* First runner-up sash given by Christy Kuhn
* Second runner-up sash given by Lexington Lads & Lasses 4-H Club
* Runner-up crowns given by Jerry and Betty Cox
Junior Fair King:
* Trophy presented by Awardsmith Trophies and Plaques
* $50 savings bond given by Richland County Junior Fair Board
* Medallion given by Bobby Rhea, 2007 Junior Fair King
Junior Fair King Royalty:
1st Runner-up medallions presented by Charles Miller & Associates, Auctioneers
2nd Runner-up Medallion presented by Country Champions 4-H Club
Bake-a-rama Contest and Auction
1. Entry forms must be submitted by Saturday, August 2 by 5:45 p.m.
2. Participants may only enter ONE category.
3. All baked goods must be brought to the Junior Fair office between 11:00 a.m. and Noon on Sunday, August 3, 2008
4. Cloverbud 4-H members are not eligible for this contest.
5. Selection of class winners based on: 1) overall presentation of item, 2) texture, 3) taste and 4) uniform size and shape.
6. Best of Show award - winner in each category will compete for this award.
AWARDS - Bake-a-rama
Best of Show - Trophy presented by Richland County Pomona Grange Youth
Reserve Best of Show - Trophy presented by Tom & Anna Marie Miller (Miller Concessions)
Class Awards - Cash awards presented by Richland County Pomona Grange Youth Special awards given by the Richland County Grange Women's Activities Committee
Talent Show
1. Entry forms must be submitted by Sunday, first day of the fair by 9:00 p.m. Program is Monday, at 5:00 p.m. in the Hartz Building.
2. Participants may enter more than one category, but not more than one entry in any category.
3. Cloverbud 4-H members are not eligible for this contest.
4. Each presentation may only be considered for awards in one category.
5. Participation in Junior Fair shows and activities are reserved for Junior Fair exhibitors who are registered with the Junior Fair program by April 1 of the current year. Only officially registered exhibitors may participate and compete for awards and recognition in official, competitive Junior Fair shows and/or activities.
6. Vocal category must be singing alone. In other words, your voice must be the solo voice heard. Singing along with the original artist does not qualify.
7. If category has less than three participants, participants will be moved to the Miscellaneous Category.
8. Selection of class winners based on: 1) overall presentation, 2) creativity, 3) talent, 4) poise in delivery and 5) personal appearance.
9. Best of Show award - winner in each category will compete for this award.
All performers must follow the dress code for Junior Fair activities – exception made for outfits that are appropriate for a presentation (i.e., majorette or dance costume) as long as they are in good taste. If a particular outfit/costume is not required/needed for a particular performance, then the dress code will apply. If the outfit/costume is in question, contestants should check with the Junior Fair Superintendent for a review. Review committee will review all costumes/garments used by contestants.
AWARDS - Talent Show
Best of Show - Trophy presented by Dan and Dana Endicott & Boys
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FOOD AND FASHION - Department L
2008 Style Revue
The process is as follows:
1. Entry forms (including narration) will be due at judging on July 17 by 12:00 noon.
2. Clothing interview judging will be done from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon on a first-come, first-served basis on Thursday, July 17 in the John Hartz Building.
3. Style Revue circle judging will begin at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 17 with times assigned by project area. (Exhibitor must participate in circle judging in order to be eligible for awards and State Fair participation on Friday during Style Revue.)
4. Individual classes will then proceed to the stage area for modeling (after circle judging). Junior and Senior Model – selected from all participants in the Junior and Senior age divisions. Junior: 4-H member 13 years or under as of January 1. Senior: 4-H member 14 years and older as of January 1.
5. All clothing projects will be considered for Construction Award. No separate application process for Construction Award. Awards given for outstanding construction of garments. Construction Awards do not require Style Revue participation.
6. State Fashion Board Representative - 4-H member 14 years or older as of January 1, current year, who will represent Richland County at the current Ohio State Fair. Participant must be one of the county's State Fair representatives. Selections for the State Fashion Board will take place at the 2009 Ohio Teen Conference in Columbus
STYLE REVUE
1. Pre-fair Style Revue to be held on Friday, July 18 in the John Hartz Building.
2. Building to open at 6:00 p.m. Participants to be ready and lined up by 6:30 p.m. Style Revue to begin at 7:00 p.m.
3. Participants must be involved in Thursday interview judging (or judged prior), circle judging and attend Friday Style Revue to be eligible for awards and State Fair participation (exception – Construction Award).
AWARDS - Style Revue
Best of Show - Special award presented by Michelle Winters-Kennedy
Class Winners - Special awards presented by
Kuhn’s Bridal & Formal Outlet
Liana Lee
Nicole & Company
Shelby Floral
Kay Hartz
Kim Gardner
Marla Armstrong (Sluss Realty)
Senior Model - Award presented by Richard and Jan Shellhouse
Junior Model – Award presented by Chatlain Enterprises
Construction Awards - Awards to be presented.
State Fashion Board Representative - Special award presented.
Junior Fair Dances
Participants must be current Jr. Fair Exhibitors - - as per rules # 2 & 3.
Music played must conform to criteria established by the Junior Fair Board.
Dress code - - refer to rule #56. Rule #56 states participants must wear sleeved shirt without midriff or cleavage showing; no extremely short shorts or other inappropriate clothing/attire to be admitted to the dances.
Decision for entry will be decided by adult chaperones at the door.
Official Junior Fair ID’s required for admission to activity.
Admission will be $1 per exhibitor/per activity if pre-registered. $2 admission fee if paid at the door. Pre-registration fee is non-refundable. Fair exhibitor admission passes must be shown to pre-register and at the door.
