Swift County 4-H
2018
Premium Book
Register for the Fair at: http://swiftcountyfair.fairentry.com
by July 15
Table of Contents Engineering Design
Aquatic Robotics ....................................................... 15
2018 Fair Schedule................................................................ 3 Engineering Design ................................................... 15
U of M Extension Staff .......................................................... 4 Robotics .................................................................... 15
4-H Board/Committee Members .......................................... 4 Engineering Design Challenge .............................. 15-16
Premiums ............................................................................. 4
Overall 4-H Rules & Regulations ........................................... 4 Entomology.............................................................................. 16
Pre-Registration.................................................................... 5 Exploring Animals .................................................................... 16
Code of Conduct ................................................................... 5 Exploring the Environment....................................................... 16
Grievance Process................................................................. 5 Fishing Sports........................................................................... 17
Foods & Nutrition ........................................................................ 17
4-H STATIC PROJECT INFORMATION Food Preservation.................................................................... 17
Exhibit Building Rules & Regulations..................................5-6 Food Review ............................................................................ 18
Forest Resources...................................................................... 18
Conference Judging ............................................... 6 Geology ................................................................................... 18
Awards .................................................................. 6 Global Connections .................................................................. 18
Static Exhibits State Fair Information .................................... 6 Health ...................................................................................... 18
Home Environment ............................................................. 18-19
CLOVERBUDS................................................................... 7-8 Lawn & Landscape ................................................................... 19
Needle Arts .............................................................................. 19
CLUB EXHIBITS Performing Arts (Exhibits & Live) .............................................. 19
Club Activity Pets (Exhibits & Live) ........................................................... 19-20
Photography - Elements & Photo Manipulation .................. 20-21
Club Banner ........................................................... 8 Quilting.................................................................................... 21
Community Pride................................................... 8 Safety ...................................................................................... 21
Club Projects (Booth, Flower, etc.)......................... 8 Scrapbooking ........................................................................... 21
Club Individual Exhibitor Projects Self-Determined....................................................................... 21
Reporter’s Book..................................................... 8 Shooting Sports/Wildlife Management ............................... 21-22
Secretary’s Book .................................................... 8 Shop ........................................................................................ 22
Small Engines ........................................................................... 22
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Tractor ..................................................................................... 22
Demonstrations-General ....................................... 9 Veterinary Science ................................................................... 22
Illustrated Presentations ....................................... 9 Video .................................................................................. 22-23
Demonstrations-Livestock ..................................... 9 Water/Wetlands ...................................................................... 23
Youth in Action Demonstrations ............................ 9 Wildlife Biology........................................................................ 23
Youth Leadership ..................................................................... 23
AGRONOMY
Agricultural Technology ...................................................... 10 ANIMAL SCIENCE INFORMATION
Corn.................................................................................... 10 Animal Science Rules & Regulations.................................... 23-24
Forages............................................................................... 10 Animal Science Health Requirements....................................... 24
Plant & Soil Science ............................................................ 10 Animal Science Show Regulations ....................................... 24-25
Small Grains........................................................................ 10 Livestock Interviews................................................................. 25
Soybeans ............................................................................ 10 Rate of Gain ............................................................................. 25
Specialty Crops ................................................................... 11 Herdsmanship..................................................................... 25-26
Weeds & Pests.................................................................... 11 Showmanship .......................................................................... 26
HORTICULTURE Master Showmanship ............................................... 26
Flower Gardening ............................................................... 11 Blue Ribbon Auction ................................................................ 27
Fruit.................................................................................... 11 Animal Science State Fair Information................................. 27-28
Indoor Gardening .......................................................... 11-12
Potato ................................................................................ 12 ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECTS
Vegetable and Herb Gardening ........................................... 12 Beef (includes Dairy Steer) .................................................. 28-29
Largest Vegetable ............................................................... 12 Dairy ........................................................................................ 30
Dog .......................................................................................... 31
STATIC PROJECTS Goat - Dairy ............................................................................. 32
4-H Adventure .................................................................... 13 Goat - Meat.............................................................................. 32
Aerospace........................................................................... 13 Horse .................................................................................. 33-34
Bicycle ................................................................................ 13
Cat...................................................................................... 13 Horse Related ........................................................... 34
Child & Family Development .............................................. 13 Horseless Horse ........................................................ 34
Citizenship .......................................................................... 13 Lama........................................................................................ 34
Clothing and Textiles ..................................................... 13-14 Poultry ................................................................................ 34-35
Computer ........................................................................... 14 Rabbit ................................................................................. 35-36
Consumer Education........................................................... 14 Sheep.................................................................................. 36-37
Crafts & Fine Arts................................................................ 14 Swine .................................................................................. 37
Dog (non-training)............................................................... 15 Science of Animal Educational Exhibits ............................... 37
Electric................................................................................ 15
2 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
2018 Fair Schedule FRIDAY, AUGUST 17TH
7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 4-H Food Stand Open
SUNDAY, JULY 15TH FAIR REGISTRATIONS DUE 8:30 a.m. – Swine Show, Show Arena
10:30 a.m. – Rabbit Show
Fair Registrations must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on 1:00 p.m. – Beef Show, Show Arena
Sunday, July 15th.
TUESDAY, JULY 31ST ALL BOARD MEETING SATURDAY, AUGUST 18th
7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 4-H Food Stand Open
Varied Times; Swift County Fairgrounds, Appleton
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1ST JUDGING DAY 9:00 a.m. – Dairy Show, Show Arena
12:00 p.m. – Livestock State Fair Sign-Up Deadline
8:30 a.m.; Clothing & Textiles, E-Free Church, Benson; 12:00 p.m.—Projects State Fair Sign-Up Deadline
12:00 p.m. – Master Showmanship Sign-Up Deadline
Clothes You Buy, Clothes You Make, Non-Garment, 12:00 p.m. – Blue Ribbon Auction Sign-Up Deadline
Quilting, Fashion Review, Cloverbud Clothing/Quilting SUNDAY, AUGUST 19TH
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 4-H Food Stand Open
2:00 p.m.; Public Presentations, E-Free Church, Benson; 11:30 a.m. – State Horse Show Meeting, Show Arena
Demonstrations, Food Review, Performing Arts 12:45 p.m. – Swift County Farm Family Recognition
1:00 p.m. – Blue Ribbon Auction
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1ST PUBLIC FASHION REVUE 2:30 p.m. – Master Showmanship Competition
6:00p.m.; DeMarce Theatre, Benson 4:00 p.m. – Livestock & Project State Fair Meeting, 4-H Patio
4:30 p.m. – Dog Showcase, Show Arena
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4TH HORSE PLEASURE SHOW 5:15 p.m. – State Fair Chaperones Meeting
(Livestock and General)
9:00 a.m.; Shamrock Hest Riding Arena, Benson 6:00 p.m. – Livestock Released
NOTE: Livestock pens/stalls MUST be cleaned
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7TH PRE-FAIR CLEAN UP before you are allowed to leave the fairgrounds.
6:00 p.m. – Project Exhibits Released
2:00 until finished; Swift County Fairgrounds, Appleton 6:00 p.m. – Post-Fair Clean Up
Clubs- Big Bend Aces, Hayes Kildare, Mighty Clovers,
Clubs – Cool Club, Busy Go Getters, Clontarf Haymakers, Swift Falls Winners
(4-H Building, 4-H Food Stand, Livestock Barns)
Dublin Victory, Lake Hazel Eager Beavers, Hegbert
Winners, Moyer Eagles
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11TH DOG SHOW
9:00 a.m.; Swift County Fairgrounds, Appleton
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15TH ENTRY DAY
7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Vet Checks
11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Food Stand Open (limited menu)
12:30-6:30 p.m. 4-H Exhibit Building Judging
12:30-3:30 p.m. – Busy Go Getters, Clontarf
Haymakers, Dublin Victory, Hegbert Winners,
Moyer Eagles NEW THIS YEAR:
3:30-4:00 p.m. – Judges Supper Break The 4-H Food Stand will be closing at 8:00p.m. instead of
4:00-6:30 p.m. – Big Bend Aces, Cool Club, 9:00p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Hayes Kildare, Lake Hazel Eager Beavers,
Mighty Clovers, Swift Falls Winners
3:45-7:00 p.m. – Livestock Interviews, 4-H Patio WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22ND- SUNDAY, AUGUST 26TH
7:00 p.m. – Pet Parade @ Show Arena STATE FAIR LIVESTOCK ENCAMPMENT
7:30 p.m. – MANDATORY Livestock/Horse Exhibitor
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND- MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH
Meeting (includes all Cloverbuds!) STATE FAIR PROJECT ENCAMPMENT
Livestock Interview Winners Announced!
THURSDAY, AUGUST 16TH FRI., SEPTEMBER 7TH- SUN., SEPTEMBER 9TH
7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. - Vet Checks STATE SHOOTING SPORTS INVITATIONAL, FAIRMONT
8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 4-H Food Stand Open
8:00 a.m. – Livestock ID Checks/Weigh-Ins Begin FRI., SEPTEMBER 14TH- MON., SEPTEMBER 17TH
9:00 a.m. – Goat Show, Show Arena STATE HORSE SHOW
(Dairy Goats followed by Meat Goats)
11:00 a.m. – Horse Games Show, Horse Arena SAT., SEPTEMBER 22ND - SUN., SEPTEMBER 23RD
STATE DOG SHOW
1:00 p.m. – Poultry Show 3
3:45 p.m. – Lamb Lead Interviews
4:00 p.m. – Lamb Lead followed by Sheep Show
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
University of MN Extension Staff Overall 4-H Rules & Regulations
Janelle Negen, 4-H Program Coordinator 1. 4-H participants are responsible for thoroughly reading
Alyssa Wittnebel, 4-H Summer Intern and understanding the rules and guidelines for any specific
Dylan McNeill, 4-H Summer Intern exhibit or activity as outlined in the county and State Fair
Stephanie Smith, Office Manager premium books, newsletters, or informational letters.
Brian McNeill, Regional Extension Educator Please study this premium book carefully as it contains
Casey Olson, Regional Support Staff all rules and other information pertinent to exhibiting
as a 4-H member at the Swift County Fair. This
4-H Board/Committee Members premium book has been set up to mirror Fair Entry as
closely as possible for registration purposes.
2017-2018 ADVISORY BOARD You are responsible for adhering to the rules in this
Tammy Berge, Beth Carlson, Trista Larson, Heather premium book.
LeClair, Amanda Ness, Sue Smith, Shelly Vergin,
Brittany Berge, Brooke Norby 2. All Minnesota 4-H policies and guidelines can be found at:
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/policies/.
2017-2018 HORSE BOARD
Belinda Brandt, Christie Bratsch, Randy Dokken, 3. This program is only open to Swift County 4-H members
Krista Hoberg, Dawn Johnson, Nancy Loen, Karen in Kindergarten through one year past high school
Staton, Jordan Erickson, Madisen Wieber graduation who are conducting their work according to
the county and state rules.
2017-2018 LIVESTOCK BOARD
Jason Anderson, Jess Berge, Seth Flower, Pam 4. Competitive events, deadlines, consequences, and
Mansfield, Katie Saterbak, Scott Smith, Brent Wilts, exemption options: Every Minnesota 4-H member is eligible
Levi Berge, Shane Flower for a “one-time” member exemption. This exemption
provides the ability (one-time in a 4-H member’s career) for
2017-2018 PROJECTS UNLIMITED the 4-H member to acknowledge they missed a 4-H deadline
Jessi Collins, Ann Hippe, Sara Hoffman, Jocile Nagler, related to enrollment or competitive event participation
Lora Ronholdt, Michele Samuelson, Erika Collins, and waive the consequences for the named deadline.
Kimberly Pagel, Anna Samuelson, Taylor Samuelson
5. Accident insurance is in effect for any enrolled 4-H members
Premiums and screened adult volunteers while participating in or
attending any scheduled and adult supervised 4-H activity.
Premiums are paid by the Swift County Fair Board in This policy does not cover Cloverbuds who are not
September. correctly following the Cloverbud policy:
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/ policies/
PROJECT AREA BLUE RED WHITE (under Projects & events tab).
This insurance does NOT include liability coverage. Each
BUILDING ENTRIES $3 $2 $1 4-H family is liable for any damage or personal injury
caused by their animals while at the county fair. 4-H
CLOVERBUD ENTRIES $2 PER ENTRY families are encouraged to check their liability insurance
before bringing animals to the fair.
SECRETARY/REPORTER BOOKS $5 PER PARTICIPANT
6. All work on projects entered should be done by the 4-H
COMMUNITY PRIDE $5 PER CLUB member and completed during the current 4-H year unless
otherwise noted.
CLUB BANNER $10 $8 $6
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS 7. If exhibition requirements are not met, you will not be
$5 PER PARTICIPANT eligible to receive premium money from the Fair Board or
to participate at the State Fair.
BEEF & DAIRY $10 $8 $6
8. All exhibitors (projects & livestock) must check in at the
GOAT-DAIRY & MEAT, POULTRY, $6 $5 $4 Fair Exhibit Office (south side of the 4-H Building on the
RABBIT, SHEEP, & SWINE $5 $4 $3 Food Stand Patio) between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, August 15th. Project judging will be held from
DOG, HORSE, & LAMA 12:30-6:30 p.m. (there will be a judge’s break from 3:30-
4:00 p.m.-no judging will take place during this time frame.)
SCIENCE OF ANIMAL EXHIBITS $3 $2 $1
9. The 4-H general exhibits and livestock must remain in
PETS $3 $2 $1 place until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 19th. Any
general exhibits or livestock removed before 6:00 p.m.
on Sunday, August 19th will lose their premium money
from the Fair Board.
4 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Pre-Registration The grievance committee process outlines what may and
may not be grieved, who may file a grievance, and the
Registrations will be done online! Visit our FAIR ENTRY processes for filing and hearing a grievance. The grievance
site at: http://swiftcountyfair.fairentry.com. form is completed by the Minnesota 4-H member and
Instructions were included in pre-fair packets or are his/her parent/guardian if they wish to grieve a situation/
available at: www.extension.umn.edu/county/swift. decision related to an alleged wrongdoing or rule violation.
Online enrollment will close at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday,
July 15th. Exhibit Building Rules & Regulations
Code of Conduct 1. All exhibits must comply with all requirements of the
State 4-H Office and the University of Minnesota
Every year when enrolling in the Minnesota 4-H Extension for the project to be eligible for show.
program, all youth agree to the Minnesota 4-H Code of Exhibits cannot be accepted unless they conform to the
Conduct. The full Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct can premium book.
be found at:
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4- 2. If exhibition requirements are not met, you will not be
h/policies/. There are specific situations which infringe eligible to receive premium money from the Fair Board,
on the safety and well-being of the individual awards, or to participate at the State Fair. (Auction
participants, the group interaction, and the success of participation is a county decision.) Approved early
the event. Procedure and consequences for violators release is an exception to the rule and becomes a 4-H
of the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct are discussed staff and Fair Board decision based on each situation.
below.
3. 4-H exhibits at the fair are entered and displayed at the
Procedure: All reasonable attempts will be made to risk of the exhibitor. The University of Minnesota
contact the parents or legal guardians of individuals Extension assumes no responsibility for exhibits lost,
involved in disciplinary action while attending a 4-H stolen, damaged, etc.
event or activity. Sources of the situation will be 4-Hers who have exhibits of great sentimental
verified. This may involve interviews and/or letters. and/or monetary value should carefully consider
The situation will be brought to the appropriate board whether such exhibits should be exposed to the
for review and a decision on disciplinary action will be hazards of the fair. Exhibitors are encouraged to
made. A meeting will be set up with the youth, his/her take necessary precautions to protect delicate
parent/guardian, two representatives of the Advisory exhibits during the fair by covering them with a
Board, and the 4-H Program Coordinator. plastic bag, plastic wrap, etc. that doesn’t interfere
with the viewing of the exhibit.
Consequences: A parent/guardian will be notified and
expected to pick youth up from event at their expense. 4. Poster exhibits may not exceed 22” wide and 28” high.
The individual forfeits opportunity to continue the They may be smaller.
activity.
5. 3-Dimensional Display Requirements: For all project
Follow-up: Youth leaving any event in which the 4-H areas where a 3-D display may be exhibited, the size
Federation has provided a scholarship will reimburse may not exceed 12” deep x 48” wide x 36” high.
the scholarship amount. Youth will also write a letter (Center back 24” wide x 36” high, right and left wings
of apology to Swift County delegates as well as the each 12” wide x 36” high.)
Swift County 4-H Federation.
6. All exhibits must be securely labeled with 4-H
Grievance Process member’s name, club, and county. Other appropriate
information for the project (i.e. vegetable varieties)
The 4-H grievance process provides a vehicle by which should be included. If the exhibit has multiple pieces,
to respond to 4-H member's concerns relating to their each part needs to be labeled and should indicate 1 of
4-H program participation. A grievance may be filed 4, 2 of 4, etc.
and a local volunteer grievance committee convened to
address rule violations and alleged wrongdoing. A 7. Floor space for any exhibit must not take more than 20
grievance committee will not be convened for the sq. feet. All oversized exhibits must have prior
following situations: a) decisions made by judges, which approval from the 4-H Program Coordinator. In some
are final; b) missed deadlines which are covered cases, projects may have to be displayed outside, i.e.
through the "one-time member exemption process;" tractors.
and, c) code of conduct related violations which will be
addressed by staff according to an established process. 8. All exhibit building doors will be closed at 6:30 p.m. on
Wednesday, August 15th to begin preparation for final
judge decisions. Only Swift County Project Unlimited
Committee members or approved 4-H volunteers will
be admitted to the building after 6:30 p.m.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 5
Judges will award placing according to the worthiness Static State Fair Info
of the exhibit, regardless of the number of exhibits in
the class. 1. A 4-H member selected for a trip to the State Fair
9. Copyright Law and Infringement: must have completed 6th grade through 1 year past
Copyright is a form of protection given to authors and high school. A younger member may participate as a
creators of “original work”. Original work includes a member of a Share the Fun act.
person’s ideas captured in writing or as an image,
photograph, song, audio recording, or visual recording. 2. Not all project areas have State Fair trips, and not all
All original work – including information found on the county exhibits are acceptable at the State Fair. A
web us subject to copyright protection. The champion or reserve champion doesn’t mean an
author/creator has exclusive rights to reproduce, automatic State Fair trip.
distribute, display, perform or make derivative works.
Before using another person’s work a part of your 4-H 3. A State Fair trip board will be updated in the Exhibit
exhibit, be sure that the work is subject to fair use, has Building. All general project State Fair trip winners
a creative commons license or that you have requested and alternates should mark the board by 12:00 p.m.
and received permission (in writing) to use the original on Saturday, August 18th. Alternates should contact
work. If an exhibit infringes on copyright law, a decision the 4-H Program Coordinator to inquire about
may need to be made to remove the exhibit from availability of additional trips.
display at the county or state fair.
4. All youth attending the State Fair with a project
CONFERENCE JUDGING (including members of a Share the Fun group) must
attend the State Fair meeting with a parent on
1. All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the Sunday, August 19th at 4:00 p.m.
judge.
5. In order for our youth to have overnight opportunities,
2. Project judging criteria: parent volunteer chaperones are needed. Please
Exhibit quality..................................................... 25% contact the 4-H Program Coordinator if you are
Educational value ............................................... 25% interested in chaperoning. Chaperones must be 21
Knowledge and ability to explain ....................... 50% years of age and NEED to be screened volunteers prior
3. If you are unable to participate in conference judging, to our County Fair so please plan ahead.
contact the 4-H Program Coordinator at least one week 6. If a 4-Her decides not to take a State Fair trip (for any
prior to Entry Day to make alternate arrangements. reason) after the county’s final registration at the
Information on absentee judging or judging State Fair, the member will not be refunded their
experiences for youth with disabilities or injuries can be State Fair registration amount and will be required to
found at: http://www.extension.mn.edu/youth/mn4- pay Swift County 4-H for the other half of the fee
h/policies/ under the Projects & events tab. including transportation costs!
4. Decision of the judge is final and may not be grieved.
7. General exhibits are transported and registered at the
AWARDS State Fair on Tuesday following the Swift County Fair
and must remain in place until Labor Day. The 4-H
1. All exhibits shall receive a premium of Blue, Red, or Program Coordinator will transport projects to and
White, with the exception of Cloverbuds (see #4 for from the State Fair. Families may be required to
details). Only one premium ribbon per entry shall be make their own arrangements for transporting
awarded. oversized exhibits; please check with the 4-H
Program Coordinator.
2. An overall grand champion and reserve champion shall
be named from each project area if appropriate as 8. The Swift County 4-H Federation and/or the University
determined by the judge. of Minnesota Extension will not assume responsibility
for articles lost, stolen, or broken at the State Fair or
3. Honorable mention ribbons will be awarded by the damaged in transit to or from the State Fair.
judge for exhibits they deem worthy; they can pick as
few, or as many, as they wish in each project area. 9. All youth will participate in a conference judging
experience. No project will be exhibited at the State
4. The Cloverbud program provides an opportunity for Fair unless the member can be present for conference
exploration and active learning in a non-competitive judging.
environment. The ribbon placing for Cloverbuds is
based on participation only. More information on 10. State Fair General Encampment (exhibit building
Cloverbud judging and policies can be found on pages projects) Transportation and housing is provided at a
7-8. cost to the family. In some project areas, families may
opt for a one-day stay if they provide their own
transportation.
6 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Cloverbuds Judged at Clothing & Presentation Day - August 1st
All Cloverbud Entries registered in FairEntry will Demonstration - Cloverbud Individual
be found under Department Cloverbuds. Demonstration - Cloverbud Team
No State Fair trips are awarded in this division. -More information on Demonstrations can be
found on page 9.
CLOVERBUD Cloverbud Food Review
Requirements:
Cloverbuds must enter each project they are -More information on Food Review can be found
on page 18.
bringing to the fair online in Fair Entry. At this
time, there is no limit to the number of building Cloverbud Performing Arts Live
exhibits Cloverbuds are allowed to bring.
Cloverbud members must have completed Judged in Pope County – July 18th
Kindergarten, 1st grade, or 2nd grade.
The full Cloverbud fact sheet can be found at: Cloverbud Lama Showmanship
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/ Cloverbud Lama Costume
policies/ under the Projects & Events tab.
4-H will not assume any liability for Cloverbuds Judged during County Fair
not following the written 4-H policy.
All Cloverbud entries are judged non- Cloverbud Static Exhibit
competitively, and receive a participation ribbon
and $2 premium. - Any item made at home, school, club
meeting, project day, etc. (Ex. Nutritious
snack, potted plant, placemat, ornaments,
etc.)
Judged at Clothing & Presentation Day - August 1st Cloverbud Pet Parade
Cloverbud Beef
Cloverbud Clothes You Buy Cloverbud Dairy
Cloverbud Clothes You Make Cloverbud Dairy Goat
Cloverbud Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy Cloverbud Meat Goat
Cloverbud Fashion Revue Clothes You Make Cloverbud Horse - Barrels
Cloverbud Non Garment Cloverbud Horse - Western Pleasure
Clothing Information: Cloverbud Horse – Showmanship
- Complete clothing judging requirements can be
found on pages 13-14. - Cloverbud riders are required to wear a
- Members participating in Clothes You Make & helmet while on horseback or on foot.
Clothes You Buy must participate in Fashion
Revue classes – this includes judging during - While participating in practices, shows, or
Clothing Day as well as modeling their clothing at any 4-H event, horses/ponies must be on a
the Public Fashion Revue held on Wednesday, lead line and led through the event by a
August 1st at 6:00 p.m. at the DeMarce Theatre parent or older junior leader. NO
in Benson. EXCEPTIONS!
- Cloverbuds can choose if they want to
exhibit at the 4-H Pleasure Show (Aug. 4)
Cloverbud Quilting OR 4-H Games Show (Aug. 16), but they
Cloverbud Quilting Public Fashion Revue cannot do both.
Quilting Information: Cloverbud Poultry
- Complete quilting judging requirements can be Cloverbud Rabbit
found on page 21. Cloverbud Sheep
- Cloverbuds making quilts are invited to show Cloverbud Lamb Lead
off their quilt during the Public Fashion Revue, Cloverbud Swine
however it is NOT required.
Livestock Information:
Please Note: There is a disclaimer for all Cloverbud
animal projects that must be accepted to show
animals at the fair.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 7
Livestock Show Schedules can be found on page 3. Club Exhibits
Cloverbud members may participate with beef, It is the club leader’s responsibility to turn the form into
dairy, goat, pet, poultry, rabbit, and swine in a the 4-H office by the fair registration deadline, July 15th.
Cloverbud showmanship class only.
Clubs will sign up for a designated judging time (prior to
The following species allow members to show in fair time selections are included on the club judging
more than one class: forms.)
o Sheep Showmanship and/or Lamb Lead
o Lama Showmanship and/or Costume CLUB ACTIVITY
o Horse Halter Showmanship, Western Club Activity - Banner
Pleasure, and/or Barrels
Two banners will be selected for State Fair exhibit.
Cloverbud exhibits in the livestock/animal shows Requirements:
are judged first during each show. Banner must be 3’x5’ and designed to hang vertically.
It must be completed and equipped with a dowel
Cloverbud members must always have a
“responsible person” (screened adult volunteer, (minimum size 3’8”) and ready to hang.
youth leader 6th grade or older, or a parent/ Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or
guardian) in control of their animal at all times;
included but not limited to: two-sided.
o To and from the trailer Club name on 3x5 card pinned to back.
o To and from the wash rack Banners should be judged by two or more youth from the
o To and from the barns
o In the barns club who actively worked on the banner.
o In the stall/pen
o To and from the show arena Club Activity - Community Pride
o In the show arena.
One exhibit will be selected for State Fair.
It is not acceptable to use more than one lead
rope. Community Pride participants at State Fair may also exhibit
an individual project (if a trip was awarded to them). For
Cloverbuds are welcome to carry a show stick or instance: If a member receives a trip in Photography, they
have a comb/brush in their pocket, however they can also participate in judging of their club’s community
CAN NOT use either of the items on the animal; pride.
they are for “show” only.
Requirements:
Animals shown by a Cloverbud member may be The exhibit may include a three-sided display, video or
shown by another 4-Her in the regular livestock/
animal shows as long as the animal has been other visual method which highlights the entire project or
properly ID’d by the regularly enrolled member. certain parts in a manner which tells the public what
positive effects the project had on the community.
Cloverbud animals not being shown by another 4-H Two or more youth who participated in the project may
member only need to be present for the show, but represent the club in conference judging.
may be on display throughout the entire fair.
Club Activity – Booth
Animals being displayed throughout the entire fair Club Activity – Conservation
must follow the same exhibit entry and release Club Activity – Flower Box
times as other exhibitors. Exhibitors are Club Activity – Other (scarecrow, barrel, etc.)
responsible for care and feeding of their animals.
All livestock health requirements apply to CLUB INDIVIDUAL EXHIBITOR PROJECTS
Cloverbud animals.
Note: Club Reporter and Secretary Books are found under
- Animals coming for the day of show only need to the Club Exhibits Department in Fair Entry! These should be
be checked by a vet prior to unloading from the listed under the member who plans to exhibit the project,
trailer. not on the club entry forms!
- Please make arrangements with the 4-H Program Club Reporter Scrapbook – All Grades
Coordinator prior to fair to ensure a vet will be
available when you arrive for the designated show Requirements:
if you are not arriving during designated vet check Show and explain your club activities and participation in
times.
community and county events.
Club Secretary Book - All Grades
Requirements:
Secretary’s book on current year activities for club.
8 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Public Presentations ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATION
Illustrated Presentation - Individual
All Public Presentations will be judged on Illustrated Presentation - Team
Presentation Day – Wednesday, August 1st at the Requirements:
Evangelical Free Church in Benson. Illustrated presentations are an oral presentation that
presents an idea, concept, viewpoint, or experience in
All exhibitors doing Public Presentations at the an educational or informative format. For example, it
State Fair will receive a $30 award. This includes: could be a report on Leadership lessons learned through
livestock, general encampment, illustrated talks, a trip to Washington DC or an educational presentation
Youth in Action presentations. that explores sustainable energy options. Illustrated
Presentations most often consist of interaction with
Demonstrations/Illustrated Presentations may be supporting visuals like posters, charts, or overhead
related to any project the member is enrolled in or to transparencies. Supporting visuals can include
any area of interest or expertise the 4-Her has. technology-based options like presentation software
Demonstration may be an individual or a two-person (i.e. MS PowerPoint). Supporting visuals may include
team. Individual demonstrations shall not exceed 15 tangible items, but generally little or no activity takes
minutes in length; team demonstrations should not place with the item.
exceed 25 minutes in length.
LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATION
If presentation software is used, it should supplement Livestock Demo - Individual
the demonstration (hands on demonstrating should Livestock Demo - Team
still be the basis of entry). Requirements:
If used for an illustrated talk, presentation software The Champion Livestock Demonstrator at the county
can be the basis for the entire talk; however, the level will be awarded a State Fair trip with the species
member must interact with the presentation and their demonstration was done on. For livestock team
information – not just step to the side and let the demonstrations, only one youth will be allowed to take
presentation play. (Self-presenting entries created the “additional trip”.
with presentation software should be burned on to a Counties will receive additional livestock demonstration
DVD and entered in the “Video” class.) trips. Demonstrators can use an animal they have
already won a trip with OR borrow an animal from a
Special Note: If presentation software is utilized in a 4-Her who won a livestock trip.
demonstration or an illustrated talk, the 4-H’er is Livestock Demonstrations are encouraged to use an
responsible for securing any equipment necessary for animal in the demo but this is not required.
judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this State Fair Livestock exhibitors MUST participate in a
process, but it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to specie interview AND either exhibit in their species show
contact the 4-H Program Coordinator WELL BEFORE (if trip was awarded) or participate in a Science of
the scheduled judging. Animals educational workshop.
DEMONSTRATION YOUTH IN ACTION DEMONSTRATION
Demonstration - Individual Youth in Action - Individual
Demonstration - Team Youth in Action - Team
Requirements: Requirements:
Demonstrations are an oral presentation that include Youth in action presentations are interactive, continuous
actually demonstrating the hands-on steps required to presentations that are approximately 45-50 minutes in
accomplish a task or process. This most often includes length. Topics selected for a Youth in Action
the use of physical objects and actual doing or demonstration may be related to a project in which the
showing. For example, a demonstration could involve member is enrolled or to an area of interest or expertise
using bedding plants, potting soil, and related items to the member has. Involving the audience in the process
demonstrate how to plant a flower pot. At the end of is the primary focus of Youth in Action and constitutes a
the demonstration, there should be something of a major portion of the evaluation results.
“finished product”.
Demonstrations may also include the use of
supporting visuals like posters, charts, or overhead
transparencies. Supporting visuals can include
technology-based options like presentation software
(i.e. MS PowerPoint). However the focus of the
demonstrations should be on the “doing”, not the
supporting visuals.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 9
Static (Agronomy) plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant
characteristics, growing and using plants, plant
AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY growth and food production, examples of a
Exhibit Suggestions: plant disease, etc, of a forages.
- A display or presentation highlighting the PLANT & SOIL SCIENCE
technology used in agriculture such as GPS tools, Exhibit Suggestions:
drone use, implement technology, yield mapping,
genetic engineering, seed traits, agricultural - Take soil samples and compare soil analysis (soil
chemistry, precision agriculture, on-farm research, analysis can be done for 4-Hers at Agvise in Benson
side by side trials, etc. for free, kits are available at your local Extension
Office)
CORN
Requirements: - An exhibit showing different varieties of forages,
Crop must be grown on a farm with which you cover crops, etc. (seed or plant)
have a relationship with the producer and have - A plant life cycle exhibit highlighting the growth of a
interviewed the producer about the growing plant from seed to a mature plant.
process. Crops must have been grown in the
current or previous growing season. SMALL GRAINS
Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety, soil and Requirements:
agronomy information for the crop. Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a
Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing
process. relationship with the producer and have interviewed
about the growing process. Crops must have been
Exhibit Suggestions: grown in the current or previous growing season.
- A two-quart exhibit of shelled corn, placed in a Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety.
clear two-quart jar or 2 clear one-quart jars. Be familiar with crop input costs and growing process.
- A display of ears of dent corn, consisting of 6-10
ears of corn of the same variety. Exhibit Suggestions:
- An educational display illustrating plant - A two quart exhibit of any small grain variety, must
reproduction, plant growth factors, plant be placed in a clear two-quart jar or 2 clear one-
characteristics, plant part identification, quart jars. This could include wheat, oats, rye,
growing and using plants, plant growth and food barley, etc.
production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of - An educational display illustrating one of the
corn. following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth
factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant
FORAGES growth and food production, examples of a plant
Requirements: disease, etc. of a small grain.
Crop must be grown on a farm with which you
SOYBEANS
have a relationship with the producer and have Requirements:
interviewed the producer about the growing Crop must be grown on a farm with which you
process. Crops must have been grown in the
current or previous growing season. have a relationship with the producer and have
Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety. interviewed about the growing process. Crops
Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing must have been grown in the current or previous
process. growing season.
Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety.
Exhibit Suggestions: Be familiar with crop input costs and growing
process.
- A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle
or in a sample 4-6 inch slab of a bale of a forage. Exhibit Suggestions:
Forages include alfalfa, warm season grasses,
cool season grasses, sorghum, native grasses, - A two-quart exhibit of soybeans; placed in a
silage, etc. It is recommended that a sample clear two-quart jar or 2 clear one-quart jars.
analysis of your forage accompanies the sample.
(Kits from DHIA are available at the Extension - An educational display illustrating one of the
Office, http://www.stearnsdhialab.com/) following ideas: plant reproduction, plant
growth factors, plant characteristics, usage of
- An educational display illustrating one of the plants, plant growth and food production,
following ideas nutritional analysis of feedstuff, examples of a plant disease, etc. of soybean.
10 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
SPECIALTY CROPS Static (Horticulture)
Requirements:
Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a FLOWER GARDENING
Requirements:
relationship with the producer and have interviewed Label each container according to kind or variety.
about the growing process. Crops must have been Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be
grown in the current or previous growing season.
Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety. exhibited in this area (including Outdoor Fairy Gardens).
Be familiar with crop input costs and growing process. Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained
Exhibit Suggestions: in a fresh condition with ease.
- An adequate sample of a specialty crop such as
sugar beets, edible beans, black beans, kidney Exhibit Suggestions:
beans, field produced sweet corn, peas, carrots, - When exhibiting cut flowers, we suggest:
potatoes, popcorn, etc. Dried products should be in 1. Three (3) stems of one variety of annual flower,
a two-quart jar; fresh products on a plate or flat box. or
- An educational display illustrating one of the 2. One (1) stem of a hardy perennial, or
following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth 3. One (1) stem of summer flowering bulbs, or
factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant 4. One (1) blossom of a tea rose, or
growth and food production, examples of a plant 5. One (1) stem of a hardy shrub rose.
disease, etc. of a specialty crop. - Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme.
- Display of dried flowers with a card explaining the
WEEDS & PESTS drying method.
Exhibit Suggestions: - My Flower Garden – exhibit on poster board, not to
exceed 22” x 28”. Include a plan of the garden drawn to
- A display or presentation highlighting any scale, the correct variety name and pictures (or
current pests in agriculture or horticulture. photographs) of the flowers grown. Be prepared to
Could include their life cycle, prevention or discuss the process from soil preparation to blooming.
treatment, their impact on the plant, etc. - Educational Exhibit showing the principles of
propagation or reproduction, nutrition, culture and
- A weed display or book identifying different physiology (how a plant lives and grows).
weeds in agriculture or horticulture. Highlight
one weed in depth, a class of weeds (such as FRUIT
grasses or broad leaves) or a collection of Requirements:
different weeds. Could include identification
details, life cycle, weed control, the impact on If displaying a fruit sample, exhibitor should bring 6
crop production, etc. items of one variety of fruit and include a 3 x 5 index
*Note: Do not include live or dried noxious card listing the varieties of fruit, name and club of
weed samples in your display (check current exhibitor.
listing at:
http://www.mda.state.mn.us/plants/pestman Exhibit Suggestions:
agement/weedcontrol/noxiouslist.aspx). - Display showing a comparison of several varieties of the
If you are bringing in a sample of weed seeds, same fruit (labeled); display using a branch to illustrate
put it in a sealed container. proper pruning of fruit trees and explaining the process;
illustrate the many uses of fruits (fresh, jams, juices,
cooking, baking, salads and recipes); illustrate the use of
fruits as natural dyes.
- Educational display illustrating diseases (actual
specimens) or insect (actual specimens) and methods of
control.
INDOOR GARDENING
Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited
in this area (including Indoor Fairy Gardens).
Requirements:
POTTED PLANTS:
- Flowering plants should be in bloom.
- Foliage plants should be in vigorous condition.
- Plants should be grown in the exhibited container
for at least one month prior to fair.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 11
PLANTS IN HANGING CONTAINERS: Requirements:
- Container for the plant should not be more than Label vegetables with proper variety names.
When exhibiting a collection of vegetables, the
10” in depth or diameter.
- Maximum total length of hanger and plant should collection should include six different kinds of
vegetables (For example: 1 large specimen + 3 medium
not exceed 4’. specimen + 2 small specimen = 6 different vegetable
- Evaluation will include appropriateness of plant specimens for this project choosing any combination of
the following:
for a hanging container, condition, arrangement,
hanger to container to plant relationship, and A. One large vegetable specimen (cabbage, squash,
plants being well established. melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.)
TERRARIUMS:
- The terrarium may not exceed 24” in any B. Three different medium sized vegetable specimens
dimension. and 3 of each specimen (tomatoes, onions, peppers,
- Terrarium should be planted four-six weeks ahead cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, etc.)
of exhibiting.
- Members must be able to identify all plant C. Two small vegetable specimens and 12 of each
materials in their terrariums, know why they were specimen (green beans, peas, lima beans, etc.)
selected for use (quality, container, and design).
D. Potatoes may NOT be included (enter under the
Potato project).
Exhibit Suggestions: Vegetable Gardening Plate
- Two or more varieties of house plants with
common and botanical names. Note: This is not a State Fair eligible project.
- Terrarium or dish garden: consider terrarium - On a disposable plate, display a collection of vegetables
material of general terrarium plant of native and
woodland plants of Minnesota that include one or more kinds of vegetables, choosing
- Educational exhibit showing plant propagation, any combination of the following:
plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a
flowering plant, etc. A. Large vegetable specimen, 1 sample
(cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin,
POTATO cauliflower, etc.)
Requirements:
If displaying a potato box, you need 6-10 potatoes B. Medium sized vegetable specimens and 3 of
each specimen (tomatoes, potatoes,
of the same variety (this year’s crop) similar in size onions, peppers, cucumbers, kohlrabi,
with variety identified on a 3 x 5 card. carrots, beets, turnips, asparagus, etc.)
Be familiar with crop input costs and growing
process. C. Small vegetables specimens and 6-12 of each
specimen (green beans, pease, cherry
Exhibit Suggestions: tomatoes, jalapenos, lima beans, etc.)
- Educational display illustrating diseases and control,
methods of mulching and reasons, causes and Requirements:
effects of sun scald. Label vegetables with proper variety names.
VEGETABLE AND HERB GARDENING Vegetable Gardening Display
Herb Display
Exhibit Suggestions: Exhibit Suggestions:
- Educational display showing some aspect of raising - Educational display showing some aspect of vegetable
or using herbs gardening (e.g., the difference in development between
- A herb container garden planted in a tub, pot, or thinned vs. un-thinned vegetables, the production of
planter. different varieties of a vegetable, etc).
- A dried sample of herbs you have raised, harvested - A mini garden planted in a tub, pail or large planter.
and dried (in an airtight container).
LARGEST VEGETABLE
Vegetable Gardening Box Squash
Cabbage
Note: if selected for State Fair: vegetable Pumpkin
exhibits taken to state fair must contain six Melons
different vegetables (1 large specimen + 3 Tallest Stalk of Field Corn
medium specimen + 2 small specimen) or be Requirements:
an educational display. Include information card with name, plant variety,
date planted and any extra notes you’d like to include.
Stalks of Field Corn should have roots in the stalk.
12 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Static (General 4-H Projects) before exhibiting and a photograph of this activity
must accompany the exhibit. Signs of use will not
4-H ADVENTURE detract from the placing of the exhibit.
Requirements:
This area is for youth who exhibit work learned Exhibit Suggestions:
- Toy, game, puzzle, puppet, arts/crafts materials, etc.
through their participation in a 4-H Adventure made from new or recycled/throw-away material.
program. - Baby-sitting kit, travel kit, or rainy day kit including
at least one item made by the exhibitor.
AEROSPACE - Original book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook,
Requirements: audio or video tape and narrative, activity book,
Flyable models should be ready for flight (do not safety manual for children, file about children
and/or families.
include fuel); recovery system should be in place - Scrapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc.
and operative. on family heritage with description of what was
Members should be familiar with safety codes in learned about self and family.
the 4-H curriculum. - A creatively developed program and/or item used
for or with a person with a special need (gifted,
Exhibit Suggestions: developmentally delayed, physically impaired, etc.)
- Flyable models built from kit or your own design.
- Non-flyable models built from kit or your own CITIZENSHIP
design. Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display of other equipment needed for
aerospace project. - 3-Ring Binder, report binder, or 3-sided display
- A rocket launch. reporting on community projects and/or citizenship
activities which you or your club completed under
BICYCLE your leadership. Include plans of action as well as
Exhibit Suggestions: the evaluation of each.
- Display showing types of bikes, parts of a bike, how - A written narrative and/or visual communication
to wear a helmet, bike maintenance, traffic rules, presentation of 8-10 minutes, using photos, video,
bicycling hazards, and equipment used to teach and/or slides to show how you worked with others
others about bike repair or first aid, etc. in your community to solve problems.
- Notebook or picture story of a bike rodeo or other - Other exhibit ideas: the family tree and community;
bike event you helped with. knowing/understanding my state; report on
community projects and/or activities; do a study of
- Research on some other aspect of bicycling that your community; describe and evaluate your club’s
was presented to a class or service club. activities; understanding American democracy,
division of power in democracy; understanding
CAT political parties and voters in a democracy; or any
For live cat exhibit, please use “PET-Live Animal” – other topic related to citizenship.
pg. 19-20.
CLOTHING AND TEXTILES
Requirements: Judged at Clothing Day – August 1st, 8:30 a.m.
Be prepared to answer questions about your cat Evangelical Free Church, Benson
All clothing projects need to brought to the Swift
and its care.
County Fair on Entry Day to be exhibited
Exhibit Suggestions: throughout fair in order to receive a premium.
- Educational exhibits may include models, Public Fashion Revue will be held the same day as
diagrams, or pictures. judging, Wednesday, August 1st starting at 6:00
- For State Fair, member must have a photograph p.m. at the DeMarce Theatre in Benson. It is open
of themselves with their cat shown on a display to all Clothing and Textiles participants.
or poster. At State Fair, clothing exhibitors can use the same
garment to participate in both Fashion Revue and
CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT regular clothing in the same year.
Requirements:
Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss the age
and other characteristics of the child for whom the
exhibit is intended and how the exhibit contributes
to the child’s growth, development, and well-being.
If the exhibit is designed to be interactive with
children, the item is to be used with children
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 13
Clothes You Buy COMPUTER
Requirements:
Requirements: Computers may be used in judging, but emphasis is on
The purchased garment or outfit must be
documentation, screen print, and summary.
accompanied by an 8 ½” x 11” binder with, at 4-Hers are responsible for providing and securing any
minimum, the following information:
a) Colored photo of member wearing the garment. hardware used for judging; hardware may not be left on
display.
Label photo with name, county, and color of Reports and written summaries should be bound in a
complexion, hair, and eyes. booklet or placed in a folder.
b) Cost of garment. Explanation of why garment
was purchased and examples of ways it will be Exhibit Suggestions:
used in existing wardrobe; include inventory of - Display showing the parts of a computer and how
wardrobe. they work, consumer choices involved when buying
Garments may have been worn before showing but a computer, how computer software can be put to
should be cleaned and pressed before exhibiting. use. Include statement of purpose, written plan for
use, and examples of use.
Exhibit Suggestions: - Program/software developed by the 4-H member
- A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe including a statement of objectives and discussion of
plan. program. Program/software may be original or
- A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe adapted by the member from an existing program.
building, accessorizing, care, etc.
CONSUMER EDUCATION
Clothes You Make Requirements:
Non-Garment Exhibitor should be able to explain his/her choices and
Requirements: the reasons for those choices.
Items constructed should be appropriate for skill
Exhibit Suggestions:
level and experience of exhibitor. - Label comparison showing different types of labels
Garments may have been worn before showing but and/or models of same product included.
- Comparison of several models of the same item,
should be cleaned before exhibiting. showing feature, costs, etc., with best item selected
Each garment must include an information tag and reasons why.
listing: pattern company name and number, fiber CRAFTS & FINE ARTS
content of fabric and care instructions, member and
club name. All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will
be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e.
Exhibit Suggestions: wire/hooks on paintings, bases for 3-D work).
- A project such as a pillow top, tote bag, cinch
sack, backpack, chef’s apron, skirt with elastic Crafts
waistband, etc. Fine Arts
- A constructed garment made from a pattern.
- Creative sewing such as wearable art, costume, or Requirements:
use of techniques such as knitting, cross-stitch, Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as a
etc. incorporated into garment.
- Clothing or textiles display showing a “fact” or craft/kit or an original fine art.
“why” related to clothing selection, care. Emphasis is on the creative process and employment of
- Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color
photo of original garment and explanation of design elements and principles.
steps used. The craft/kit exhibit develops from someone else’s ideas and
Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy can be exactly replicated or replicated with modifications.
Fashion Revue Clothes You Make The fine art exhibit should show proof it is developed from
Requirements: the 4-Hers own ideas and imagination.
Participants model any clothing they have
Craft Exhibit Suggestions:
constructed, restyled, or purchased as part of - Basket-making, tie dye, beading, ceramics, leather
their 4-H clothing project. tooling, calligraphy, work from kits, etc.
Fine Art Exhibit Suggestions:
- Original work (no kits) in drawing, painting,
sculpture, print process, textiles, pottery, etc.
14 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
DOG Requirements:
For live dog exhibit, please use “PET-Live Animal” - Exhibits must be labeled with name and county on all
pg. 19-20 or “DOG TRAINING” – pg. 31.
pieces. Fair staff will not be responsible for lost,
Exhibit Suggestions: stolen, or damaged robots or parts.
Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams, Include a description of the robots ability to sense,
follow a plan and complete an act.
or pictures. Exhibits may have a one page report explaining the
Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc. function, purpose, and construction of the robot.
ELECTRIC Exhibit Suggestions:
Requirements: - A robot, a display, diagrams of programming, booklets, etc.
A wiring diagram or schematic must accompany
Engineering Design
all electric and electronic exhibits.
Requirements:
Exhibit Suggestions: Include description of the problem/challenge being solved.
- Working electrical item constructed for home, Include description of the engineering design
yard, or farm.
- Diagram of wiring in your home/farm showing process/steps undergone to solve problem.
switch locations, fuse boxes, wire size, capacities,
fuse sizes, total bulk wattage, appliance wattage, Exhibit Suggestions:
number of circuits, and type of wiring installation. - Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of doing the
- Electronic item built from kit, plan, or own design activity/project.
with an explanation of what it is and how it is used. - Exhibit of engineering design product.
- Display ideas: Careers in electrical field, electrical - Display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career.
experiment (may or may not have worked),
educational display used in teaching others, etc. Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 & 2
(formerly Rube Goldberg)
ENGINEERING DESIGN
Engineering Design Challenge Team Member:
See http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4H/ o Level 1 – grades 3-8
projects/set/ for more information. o Level 2 – grades 9-12
Aquatic Robotics Youth in grades 6 and above can participate in Level 2 if
they have at least 2 years previous experience in Level 1.
Requirements: Each member (regardless of age) needs to register in one
Design and build a remote-operated vehicle (ROV). of these classes.
Use and adapt it to monitor water quality/Aquatic
An Engineering Design Challenge machine is based on
Invasive Species (AIS) education. Rube Goldberg, an overly complex contraption designed
Work in teams of at least 3 youth, or individuals. to accomplish a simple task. The best created machines
Illustrate the community partnership (example: use a variety of everyday items in a whimsical way to
create a series of chain-reaction steps to accomplish a
DNR, Water Resource, or Lake Association). simple task. In the contest, youth not only employ
physics and engineering, but humor and storytelling, to
Exhibit Suggestions: create their machine.
- Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of Requirements:
doing the activity/project. Please refer to the Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 and
- Exhibit of ROV.
- Display showing their use in Aquatic Invasive 2 Rule Books at: www.4-H.umn.edu/events/engineering-
Species (AIS) education. design-challenge/ for complete details.
- Booklet showing their progression in Aquatic Teams of at least 3 and no more than 10 youth.
Invasive Species (AIS) education as a team. Minimum of 10 steps.
Machine must operate in 2 minutes or less.
Robotics Exhibit physical size limited to 6 ft x 6 ft x 6 ft.
Explain one thing/step on the machine that they
Note: the goal of the 4-H robotics program is for the use science content and skills to help solve a
4-H members to explore science, technology, and problem/challenge.
engineering through designing and building a Need to keep a written record illustrating the process
functioning robot. The robot can be either of doing the project.
programmable or remote controlled. The robot can
be created by an individual or a group.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 15
Exhibit Suggestions: C. Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) will be
- Engineering Design Challenge machine itself accepted if the project can be self-sustaining for up
- Display, binder, poster, illustrating the process of the to 14 days without special care.
doing the activity/project.
D. A written report or journal should accompany the
Note: In 2018, the State Engineering Design Challenge project, introducing the subject, describing the
for Level 1 and 2 (formerly Rube Goldberg) will be held process (materials and method), predicting an
at a site other than the State Fair. However, challenge outcome, stating the results, and discussing any
teams are invited to showcase their machine and conclusions. Pictures, drawing, charts, tables or
project at the State Fair. Participants can also have other figures may be used.
other general projects judged.
Exhibit Suggestions:
ENTOMOLOGY - General insect collections:
Requirements: 1) For 3rd-5th graders: 25 specimens
Insect Collection Exhibits: 2) For 6th graders and older: must consist of a
A. Collections shall be contained in a glass topped minimum of 50 species of adult insects
representing at least 8 orders.
case (drawers available for purchase in varying - Specialty insect collection can include, but is not
sizes); approximately 19” x 16.5” x 3” to 24” x 18” limited to, a collection of a single order (i.e.
x 3”. Arrange so the case may be displayed in a Coleptera or Lepidoptera), a collection of immature
horizontal position. Place project label on lower insects, a collection of insects from a particular
right corner of glass top. Only one case per habitat (i.e. aquatic, forest, or prairie), or a
exhibitor is allowed. collection of economic pests of a specific crop (i.e.
B. Specimens must be collected by the exhibitor. insects attacking corn).
Purchased insects are not acceptable. - Non-Collection project can include, but is not limited
C. Specimens must be properly pinned with insect to, life history displays (i.e. insect life cycle),
pins. Small insects may need to be placed on scientific investigation (i.e. insect habitats or effects
cardboard points. of environment factors on insects), or insects in
D. Specimens must be properly labeled. current events.
1) The location, date and collector must be
EXPLORING ANIMALS
included on the labels. County and state (and Requirements:
country, when applicable) are minimum For 4-Hers who wish to learn more about any given
location information that should be included.
It is valuable to include nearest town or specie. Animal ownership is NOT required.
township where the specimen was collected, 4-Hers enrolled in Exploring Animals, Beef, Dairy, Goat,
the type of habitat it was collected from (e.g.
on elm tree, on lake shore, indoors) and the Lama, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep, or Swine may exhibit in
common name of the insect. this category.
2) All labels should be visible so they can be
read. Use permanent ink marker or pencil to Exhibit Suggestions:
write labels. Labels produced by a computer - An educational exhibit to show or explain something
are acceptable. Ballpoint ink or non- the 4-Her made, did, or learned, or may explore
permanent markers are not acceptable. consumer issues, breeds, or careers.
E. For more specific information on pinning, labeling,
etc., see Collecting and Preserving Insects, A MN EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT
4-H Entomology Resource: Exhibit Suggestions:
www.4-H. umn.edu/projects/entomology.
- Display on environmental pollution describing the
Non-Collection Exhibits: causes, effects on people and other living things,
A. Emphasis of project must relate to an aspect of and methods to correct the situation.
entomology. - Display showing features of soils such as color,
B. Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of structure, texture.
insects. Be prepared to discuss references and - A display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects,
sources (e.g. books, magazines, internet, interviews animals, birds, or fish. Include pictures or drawings
with an expert, etc.) and information on habits, food, and shelter needs.
- Display showing erosion control practices such as
minimum tillage, terraces, contour strips, grassed
waterways, field windbreaks, water control
structures, etc.
16 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
FISHING SPORTS energy needs (i.e. an athlete on a volleyball team, a
Exhibit Suggestions: teen who doesn’t have a lot of time, etc.)
- Adapt a recipe to show healthier ingredient choices.
- Fish identification. Describe the habitat and food - Study of how physical fitness and/or food choices
needs of selected Minnesota fish; develop a panel are related to disease (i.e. cancer, heart disease,
display explaining the life history of a fish; create a osteoporosis, diabetes, etc.)
model or exhibit identifying the parts of a fish. - Study of labels from similar food items, comparing
important nutrient content like fat, fiber, and sugar.
- Fishing knots. Identify how and where each knot is - Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety.
used; fishing equipment which is made or repaired - Nutrition/food science experiment.
such as lures, fishing rods and reels, ice fishing rig,
or other fishing equipment. FOOD PRESERVATION
Requirements:
- Safety practices and techniques that are related to All recipes, procedures, and times followed must be
fishing or boating.
according to current USDA and/or National Center for
- Examples of how water quality affects the fish eco- Home Food Preservation recommendations.
system. All food preservation exhibits must be labeled with a
2”x3” label. Labels to include: county, name, grade,
FOODS AND NUTRITION product, style of pack, processing method (boiling water
Requirements: bath or pressure canner), date, processing time, date
Exhibit may be food item and/or a display. processed, and source of recipe. Pressure canned items
Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the should indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many
pounds of pressure used.
judge: references and information sources, Jars must be heat-tempered glass canning jars.
nutritional values, methods, menu, costs, etc., as All jars must be sealed. Leave screw bands on two-piece
appropriate to that exhibit. jar lids. Jellies and jams must be covered with lids.
The exhibit may be a poster, mobile, balance Use pint jars for fruits, vegetables, and fish; one-half pint
beam, three-dimensional display, scrapbook, jars for jams and jellies; 2 – one pint jars or 1 - one quart
chart, journal, pictures/photographs, slides, jar for pickled products.
equipment, supplies, puppet play, skit, judging Jellies and jams must be processed in boiling water bath
comparison, taped interview, file of ideas, according to USDA and/or University of Minnesota food
research study, etc. preservation publications:
Pictures, food models, plaster, plastic, papier- http://www.extension.umn.edu/food/food-
mâché, etc. are preferable to perishable foods in safety/preserving/ Note: Paraffin is not acceptable.
an educational exhibit. Perishable foods should No artificial food coloring should be added to entries.
be used only if they add to or help explain the Dried foods may be stored in glass jars, self-sealing plastic
educational exhibit. If perishable food is part of bags or airtight plastic bags. The quantity of dried foods
the exhibit, the food is to be brought just for should be: fruits and vegetables – ½ cup or more of each,
judging. herbs – ¼ cup of each in whole leaf form, 3 strips of meat
Exhibits containing perishable foods, which will be (i.e. venison or beef jerky).
discarded following judging, must include a Preserved within the past year.
colored photograph of the food. The photograph
should be taken prior to the County Fair and Exhibit Suggestions:
attached to the display. This photograph and a - Suggested exhibits include one (1) jar or one (1) bag
3x5 note card listing nutrition information and the of product:
recipe will be displayed as the exhibit instead of o Vegetables or fruits
food. o Jams, jellies, preserves, low-sugar spreads (no
frozen products)
Exhibit Suggestions: o Pickled products (fermented or added acid,
- One serving of a nutritious food (vegetable or fruit including pickles, sauerkraut, relishes, salsa)
dish, snack, bread, dairy, etc.) Include 8 ½ x 11 o Meat, poultry, and/or fish (fish must be in pint jars)
poster showing nutritional value, recipe, and a o Dried vegetables or dried fruits
photo of the food. o Dried herbs
- Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone o Beef or venison jerky
else, using the dietary guidelines and MyPlate. - Food science experiment or educational display.
- Make a food or fitness plan for yourself or someone
else and show how it relates to nutritional and
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 17
FOOD REVIEW GEOLOGY
(Judged at Presentation Day – August 1st) Requirements:
Requirements: Attach specimens securely to a backboard and display in
For judging day: one item of food from the menu; a
a glass-topped case of the same model as used by the
place setting which includes dishes, silverware, entomologists (approximately 19” x 16.5” x 3”).
linens and centerpiece for the course in which the Specimens should be approximately 2” x 2”. Label each
food would be served; a recipe for that food specimen with “Name of Sample”, “Locality”, “Texture”,
mounted on an 8 ½ x 11” poster, preferably “Lustre”, “Hardness”, “Cleavage”, “Fracture”, “Type –
freestanding. (The food review display must be no Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary”, “Economic Use”,
larger than 30” square). and “Sample Number”. Size of label may be reduced to
Food review will be judged on food knowledge, fit display case, if needed.
management knowledge, nutrition knowledge, Attach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on
menu, food, and table setting. The judge may or its edge. Member must have knowledge of how
may not taste the food. specimens are identified as to rock or fossil type.
Exhibit Suggestions: Exhibit Suggestions:
- Bring photo, menu, & recipe to fair for display only. - Display of birthstones, a rock plate, or an egg carton
collection, six silly silicates.
Recommended: - Rocks, minerals, or fossils from within Minnesota or
Exhibitors are encouraged to bring their Food on a definite theme such as metamorphism,
weathering, quartz minerals, ores, or a theme of
Review project to the County Fair to share during your own choosing.
Entry Day judging. A table will be provided for 1 - Polished rock types used to make decorative items
hour time slots. such as paperweights and jewelry; include an
unpolished specimen of each rock type.
FOREST RESOURCES - Educational exhibit showing the “science how’s and
Requirements: why’s” dealing with the principles of geology and
Exhibits should be mounted on cardboard or other natural earth sciences.
sturdy material. GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Exhibit Suggestions:
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Collection of leaves or needles with twigs, identified - Poster or report explaining what you learned as a
with their common name. Common name should result of cross-cultural home stay experience.
be printed near the identified leaf/needle.
- Photographic display of forest products-include the - Report or display on mission trip, school trip, pen
name of the product/use to identify the pal, etc.
photograph.
- Display showing tree growth; make a seed HEALTH
collection; annual ring cross-sections. Exhibit Suggestions:
- Prepare a report with drawings about your favorite
tree-include name of tree, drawings or pictures of - Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol and chemical
tree, facts and uses of the tree, and other abuse, eating disorders, sexually transmitted
appropriate information. disease, pregnancy, stress, depression, etc.)
- Display showing layers of the forest; renewable
versus non-renewable resources; forestry careers; - Report on a community project that you conducted
leaf and twig identification; taxonomic keys; tree on a health issue. Include objectives, audience,
road maps. timetable, program description, materials,
- Display showing forest succession; tree and forest community support, and evaluation.
measurements; fire’s effect on the forest; how trees
grow; forest types; harvesting methods; entomology HOME ENVIRONMENT
of the forest; pathology of the forest. Requirements:
- Display showing forest products, including maple Be prepared to discuss and/or have written information
syrup production; wood products; Christmas trees
or other forest resources (recreation, wildlife, etc.) to show how your exhibit applies to the home, how and
- Display showing specialized woodland management, where it is used or displayed, and all details of how it was
including shelterbelts/windbreaks, and urban made or selected. Should know about the subject matter
forestry. of the specific exhibit, the materials used, how and why it
was done, costs involved, and alternatives considered.
18 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
A photograph and report showing its place in the - Historical/Cultural Study: Story, poster, display
home environment must accompany exhibits that about a needle arts heirloom from your family or a
are items for the home. local history museum. Exhibit must include
information about how item should be preserved.
Pictures and wall hangings that are exhibited
should be finished and ready to hang. PERFORMING ARTS
(Exhibits, Displays, and Live Performances will all
Purchased kits ARE ALLOWED to be used. be judged at Presentation Day – August 1st)
- State Fair trips to come from live performances.
Exhibit Suggestions: Exhibits will be eligible for State Fair if no live
- Finished or refinished wood item or re-upholstered performance trips are taken.
furniture.
- Repaired, restored or remodeled item for the home. Performing Arts Exhibit
- Chart and/or plan for the care and maintenance of
the inside or outside of the home including daily, Requirements:
weekly, monthly, and yearly jobs. Exhibit must show a member’s involvement or interest
- An article remade or reclaimed for the home with a
link to the past, including history of use. in the performing arts.
- Description, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of
a redecorating or remodeling plan showing before Exhibit Suggestions:
and after. - Poster or display about your involvement or interest
in the performing arts.
LAWN AND LANDSCAPE - A puppet and script made and created by member.
Requirements: - A journal or scrapbook (with written statements) of
Posters showing physiology of a tree are not eligible current performing arts experiences.
- An educational display of some aspect of music,
for State Fair. drama, or performing.
Evaluation will be based on design, neatness, plants
Performing Arts Live
used, and story told.
Requirements:
Exhibit Suggestions: Performance must show a member’s involvement or
- Landscape Plan (not to exceed 22” x 28”) drawn to
scale with plants and major areas of yard labeled; interest in the performing arts.
should show changes and future plans. Photos To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able
showing “before and after” views are desirable.
- Design a project meeting for this project area (in to discuss the process of selecting, planning, performing,
booklet form) including what you would teach, how and reflecting on their project work.
you would teach it, goals of your meeting, activities The performance cannot last longer than 10 minutes.
you would include, and visual aids you would use.
Exhibit Suggestions:
NEEDLE ARTS - Instrumental, vocal, poetry reading, dance, etc.
- Create and perform a short story, show, music
Requirements: selection, etc. and include a write-up about it.
Each exhibit must include a consumer information
PETS
tag, if appropriate, with the following information:
pattern company name and number, techniques, Pet Exhibit
fiber content, cost, and care instructions.
Participants are encouraged to bring instructions/ Exhibit Suggestions:
pattern. - Educational display explaining pet care, health,
If item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed nutritional needs, etc.; exhibit must include a
on a wall, it should be finished and ready to hang. photograph of 4-Her with their pet.
- Pet related exhibit, i.e. photo album, history of
Exhibit Suggestions: species display, animal care display.
- Any item made by the member using the techniques
of knitting, crocheting, embroidery, counted cross- Pet Live
stitch, needlepoint, weaving, hand quilting, latch
hook, tatting, other. Requirements:
- Consumer Product Analysis: Comparison and PET MUST BE DOMESTICATED!
evaluation of materials, supplies, or accessories Pets: cat, dog, fish, hamsters, rabbits, birds, etc.
used for a needle arts technique. The pet parade is scheduled for Wednesday, August 15th
at 7:30p.m. in the judging arena.
Pet parade scripts are due to the 4-H Office by July 15th.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 19
Pet MUST be present for judging prior to 6:30 p.m. Do NOT use construction paper or colored paper.
on Wednesday, August 15th. Use 14”x22” board for 5 or more photos. Cut a
Live animals are not eligible for State Fair Trips. smaller board for 2 to 4 prints or a panorama.
Animals that were raised as part of another project When a photo has been altered, the original
may NOT be shown in the pet parade. (unaltered) 4”x6” photo must be included on the
Dogs may be shown in either the pet parade OR back of the exhibit.
the dog training show, not both. Exhibit Suggestions:
Cats: No cat under 12 weeks of age (or until the - Photo story (use 5 to 7 that are 4”x6” photos).
first rabies shot) may be shown. Cats must be Some examples might include:
currently vaccinated for both distemper and rabies o A town’s history: could include photos of residents: e.g.
according to manufacturer’s recommendations by families, elderly citizens, government officials,
a licensed vet. Proof of vaccination must be veterans, teachers, service officials (fire, police,
presented by the Fair Registration deadline. medical), volunteers, founding families’ history, etc.
Dogs: No dog under 12 weeks of age (or until the o 4-H project, another member’s 4-H project, or your 4-H
first rabies shot) may be shown in the pet category. Club’s Community Service projects.
A current Certificate of Rabies Vaccination by a o Environmental issue(s) or a community need
licensed veterinarian must accompany dogs over o “A Day in the Life” of… (farm or city youth, an
six months of age. Proof of vaccination for Rabies elementary, middle school, or high school youth, etc.)
and DHLPP must be on the pet ID form and o Showing a process (i.e. how to make something or
presented to the Swift County Extension Office by steps to make something).
July 15th. - Common theme or subject of 3 to 7 photos (4”x6”),
PHOTOGRAPHY (i.e. people, buildings, landscape, animals, seasons,
Photography-Digital/film - Tips and suggestions action, nature, weather, shapes, close-ups, etc.)
from 4-H photography judges to prepare your 4-H - Enlargement or multiple 4”x6” photos to show
photography exhibit and get ready for judging at photographic elements, explaining how you used
your county fair, http://www.extension.umn.edu/ your camera to take these images. Ideas include:
youth/mn4-H/projects/docs/photography-tips- Aperture priority, shutter speed, rule of thirds,
suggestionsfor-projects.pdf. leading lines, ISO, etc.
- Enlargement or multiple 4”x6” photos to show
Limit of four (4) total photography exhibits per photographic style. Ideas include: Illustrate lighting
exhibitor (this can be any combination of elements technique, journalistic photography, documentary
and photo manipulation). photography, commercial photography, portrait
ELEMENTS OF PHOTOGRAPHY setup, collage, etc.
Exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph.
ONLY overall image corrections are allowed including: - Pollinators
cropping, brightness/exposure, color saturation, o Save the Bees! Focus on the plight of
contrast, sharpening, black and white, sepia or color
conversion and exposure correction. pollinators and the tremendous decline in
Equipment: numbers. Include photographs of pollinators
Any electronic device capable of capturing a
photographic image to be printed (i.e. digital or film and related information and a short narrative
camera, DSLR, underwater camera, time lapse camera,
cell phone, tablet) or drone with attached camera about possible causes and possible solutions.
o Save the Butterflies!
Show how to develop or expand a butterfly garden.
Show plants that can be used for a butterfly garden.
Show how to develop a butterfly garden.
(operator must meet age requirements to use a PHOTO MANIPULATION
drone). A film camera can also be used. Photo exhibits in this category requires creative software
Requirements: editing. This includes such techniques as coloring, text
All photos exhibited MUST have been taken by the additions, using layers or layouts. Exhibits can show how
photography can be used to make posters, calendars,
exhibitor during the current 4-H year. brochures or advertising
Exhibitor’s name, club, county, and exhibit class
Equipment:
should be printed on the back of the exhibit. Digital or film camera, underwater camera, time lapse
NO picture frame or glass allowed for safety. camera, cell phone, tablet, digital DSLR or drone with
Allowed exhibits use 4”x6”, 5”x7”, or 8”x10” attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to
use a drone).
photographs mounted on mat board or foam board –
neutral colors are best (white, tan, grey, or black).
20 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Requirements: - Repair of an old quilt.
All photos exhibited MUST have been - A display showing the history of quilting, fabrics and
taken/produced/enhanced by the exhibitor during patterns used in quilting, or a topic of your choice.
the current 4-H year. (Exception – an exhibit
integrating older photographs.) SAFETY
Exhibitor’s name, club, county, and exhibit class Exhibit Suggestions:
should be printed on the back of the exhibit.
An unaltered 4”x6” photo must be included on the - Explore a safety issue of your choice. Ideas include:
back of the exhibit or an outline of steps. traffic safety, home safety, farm safety, community
NO picture frame or glass allowed for safety. safety, fire prevention, and first aid kit. Include an
Exhitibts use 4” x 6”, 5” x 7” or 8” x 10” photographs, item for display representative of project activity.
mounted in a mat frame or foam board cut to fit.
Use 14” x 22” poster board for 5 or more photos. Cut - Prepare a First Aid Kit and be able to explain the
a smaller board for 2 to 4 prints or a panorama – reasons for the items you included.
Neutral colors are best (white, tan, grey or black).
Do not use construction paper or colored paper. - Exhibit may be a display, binder, poster, etc.
Multi photos exhibited should be matted or
displayed on poster board or foam board using 4” SCRAPBOOKING
x 6” photos. Digital Scrapbooking
When a photo has been edited or digitally Traditional Scrapbooking
manipulated the original photo must include an Scrapbooking is not a State Fair acknowledged
unaltered 4” x 6” on the back of the exhibit. project area. However, one state fair trip will be
Software suggestions include: Photoshop, Picasa, awarded at the county level. The selected scrapbook
Gimp, Pickmonkey, Pixi, Fotoflexer, Microsoft will be entered as a craft at the State Fair.
Publisher, Apple Pages, etc. (Non-affiliated website Exhibit Suggestions:
information can be found online.) - Exhibit may be a personal scrapbook, word album, etc.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Digitally enhanced photograph(s) SELF DETERMINED
- Calendar, brochure, event poster, photobook, etc. Requirements:
This division is intended for an exhibit that doesn’t fit in
(NO scrapbooks).
- Photo gifts: mugs, puzzles, blankets, ornaments, etc. any other project area. This is not a “catch-all” category
- Illustrate software skills: Using multiple layer but rather intentional self-directed learning.
A team may consist of not more than 3 individuals from
techniques, selective coloring, HDR, etc. the same club or from up to 3 different clubs from the
- Slideshow-compilation of photo images-use titles, same county.
To be eligible for State Fair, the member(s) must be
voice over, background selections, to make a show, able to discuss the process of selection, planning, and
etc. For judging, can show project on 14”x22” management of a self-determined learning experience.
poster board or computer, tablet, or DVD. Exhibit Suggestions:
- Poster, display, or notebook showing the process of
QUILTING
(Judged at Clothing Day – August 1st, Benson) doing the activity/project.
- Display of finished work.
Quilting - Use this project area for Clowning & Geospatial
Quilting Fashion Review - All Grades exhibits.
Requirements: SHOOTING SPORTS/WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
Each item should include information listing: pattern Requirements:
Exhibit may not exceed 12” deep x 24” wide x 36” high,
book & name, fiber content of fabric & batting, and
care instructions. with the exception of a gun, bow and arrow or taxidermy
Item may be either machine quilted, hand quilted, item that may be included in a display which will not be
or hand-tied. considered in the calculation of dimensions.
If not quilted or hand tied by the 4-Her, state who MN and 4-H regulations for handling and storing firearms
tied or hand/machine quilted the final project. must be followed.
(Note: depending on skill level of 4-Her, someone No explosive materials are allowed. Arrows must be
else may do the final quilting.) secured in such a manner so as to prevent their points or
edges from being a hazard. Only sporting firearms and
Exhibit Suggestions: bows will be exhibited, displayed, or demonstrated.
- A quilted item, any finishing technique acceptable.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 21
Exhibit Suggestions: VETERINARY SCIENCE
- Safety techniques applied to shooting activities (e.g. Requirements:
range commands and range safety, eye and ear Exhibit may include models, diagrams, actual items,
protection, cleaning a firearm, dressing for safety –
first aid, survival skills, etc.) and/or written articles.
- Shooting skills (e.g. basic safety rules, basic parts
and functions of each piece of equipment, care and Exhibit Suggestions:
maintenance, accessories, position, etc.) - Diagram of your favorite animal with anatomy.
- Display illustrating key field identification features of - Display or binder on diseases of animals, ringworm,
a group of game animals (e.g. distinguishing various heartworm, displaced abomasum, hip dysphasia,
species of puddle ducks, differences among five scours, etc.
lookalike species of upland game birds, etc.)
- Leadership skills learned in your shooting sports VIDEO / FILMMAKING
club.
- History and nomenclature of trapping, hunting, and Video/Filmmaking
firearms.
- Sportsmanship: Ethical behavior and responsibility, Video/Filmmaking – Production Team
effects of values to wildlife of modern game laws (2-3 members per team/can come from
and regulations. different schools and/or grades)
SHOP 4-H Film Festival Production Team (2-3
Requirements: members per team)
Exhibit must not take up more than 20 square feet of
Equipment: Video camera, digital camera, DSLR, time
floor space. lapse camera or trail camera, cell phone, tablet, Go Pro,
Attach a card to all exhibits describing construction or drive with attached camera (operator must meet age
requirements to use a drone).
materials, unusual joinery finishing techniques,
and total cost. Requirements:
All video/film footage exhibited MUST have been
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display on properties, uses, or processing of wood. recorded/created in the current 4-H year. When
- Wooden or metal article repaired, finished, or appropriate historical footage can be used, otherwise
refinished. film/video content must have been taken in the
current 4-H year.
SMALL ENGINES All video/filmmaking exhibits must be made by the
Exhibit Suggestions: exhibitor OR if the exhibit is made by a video/filmmaking
production team, the exhibitor must be a member and
- Small engine that has been reconditioned/repaired. must have created at least 50 percent of the finished
- A device constructed by a member utilizing a small video/film.
Video/film must be presented on DVD, USB, flash drive,
engine. or data CD.
- Display on the parts of an engine, etc. Video/film must include a title and credits.
- An educational display of some aspect of small The video/film must be original material, portions
from other sources must be documented and have a
engine use, care, reconditioning, etc. copyright release, including music. Any video/film
exhibit which appears to contain copyrighted material,
TRACTOR including music, will not be publicly displayed unless
Requirements: the exhibitor has written permission from the
Any refurbished tractors should be pre-approved by producer to use the material in the video/film.
The exhibitor’s name, grade, club, and exhibit class
Extension staff for space purposes at County Fair. must be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces.
Large exhibits may be displayed outdoors. A computer with DVD player or USB port will be
Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display. provided for viewing the video/film during the
conference judging. If other equipment is needed for
Exhibit Suggestions: viewing, additional arrangements need to be made in
- A poster, video, display, or notebook representing advance.
your project learning. Video/film must be playable on Windows, use file
- Restored, reconditioned, rebuilt tractor. format including.WMV, .FLV, .MPEG, .AVI, .AVCHD,
- Exhibit may represent learning about tractor safety, .MPEG-1, .MEG-4, as well as a playable DVD.
history, use, purchasing decisions, establishing a This is not a slideshow.
custom business with your field or lawn tractor, or
material prepared to train others.
22 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Exhibit Suggestions: Animal Science Rules & Regulations
- A poster that illustrates how a video/film camera
works, or how to care for video/film equipment, 1. All livestock exhibits, including showmanship must be
illustration of computer video/film creation, etc. pre-registered (see pg. 5).
- A video/film short-limited to 5 minutes or less (to
ensure full viewing by judge during judging process): 2. All beef, dairy, dog, goat, horse, lama, rabbit, sheep,
- A video/film made by blending computer technology and swine shown in 4-H livestock shows must have
and traditional camera created video/film. the required State 4-H ID system ear tag and/or
- A video/film using data from trail camera or time tattoo. In addition, State Animal Science
lapse camera (stop action video). Identification rules will be followed. Information can
- A video/film using Claymation or stop action. be found at:
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/
WATER/WETLANDS projects/animal-science/animal-ID /.
Exhibit Suggestions:
3. Animal IDs must be submitted online (4-H Online),
- Display showing the five unique physical properties arrive in the Extension Office, or be postmarked no
of water; the hydrologic or water cycle; the later than May 15th (with the exception of
quantities and uses made of water by families, Market/Dairy Beef which were due Feb. 15th).
municipalities, industries, animals, and plants. IDs that were not received by the state deadline
(Feb. 15/May 15), are eligible for blue, red, or
- Display on water quality or management—pollution, white ribbons only (no champion, reserve
conservation, water quality standards, etc. champion or honorable mention).
Any animal listed on a late ID is ineligible for
WILDLIFE/BIOLOGY auction, rate of gain, and State Fair trip.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display showing the life cycle of your favorite wild 4. Poultry must have leg bands on the bird PRIOR to the
County Fair. Leg bands are available in the Swift
animal. County Extension Office.
- Birdhouse, birdfeeder, or homemade bird book of
5. All animals must be owned solely by the member,
local birds. member’s family, or leased by agreement.
- An animal book of wild animals of Minnesota – The family includes the 4-H’ers parents/
guardians, or siblings living together as a family
describe habitat, food, and shelter needs. unit.
- A wildlife management plan – show practices related The definition of family includes an extended
family where the animals are owned by
to land use and forest management for wildlife. grandparents with the 4-H’ers parents actively
- Basic concepts of Wildlife Management (waterfowl involved with and working on the farm.
Animals owned in partnership with non-family
wingboards, birdhouse trails, game food habits, game members (as defined above) must be leased and
animal habitat requirements, history of game follow guidelines within the lease agreement.
management, etc.) Registered animals, which are owned not leased,
must be registered in the exhibitor’s name
YOUTH LEADERSHIP and/or the exhibitor’s family name.
Purpose:
Youth leadership is a project area that requires the 6. To show in registered breed classes for any species,
animals must meet the registration requirements for
member to discover their skills and then develop that breed and registration papers must be on file
those skills and share them with others. This might with the Extension Office by July 15th. Families can
happen individually or with a group. upload their own registration papers in 4-H Online
until May 15th; after that date they need to be
Guidelines: submitted to the office.
Taking charge, leading a service project, and sharing the Animals without proper registration papers on
file must be tagged with a 4-H tag and shown as
steps from beginning to end would be one example of a commercial.
youth leadership project. Some ways to present your
work would be (but are not limited to): three-sided 7. 4-Hers exhibiting livestock, including horse, poultry,
display boards, scrapbooks, and posters. and rabbits, are responsible for the daily feeding,
care, and grooming of animals they are exhibiting for
Members and parents are encouraged to the entire term of the fair.
volunteer during the fair – take a look to see
which areas we need help with!
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0849a
9ac2aa31-2018
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 23
8. 4-H members are responsible for death, loss, or 6. The official veterinarian will order the immediate
injury of livestock, horses, rabbits, and poultry. removal to a quarantine facility or removal from the
9. Members in livestock projects may exhibit two exhibition premises of any livestock with symptoms
animals per class, unless stated otherwise. of infectious or communicable diseases. Animals
10. Exhibitors must be able to handle their animals in placed in a quarantine facility must remain there
the show ring, barring uncontrollable circumstances. until removed from the exhibition premises. They
If the exhibitor and ring man cannot control the may NOT enter a show ring.
animal, the exhibitor and their animal will be asked 7. After showing, only the official County Fair
to leave the ring and will be given a placing veterinarian and the County Fair Board will be
determined by the judge. allowed to release animals early due to illness or
11. All grooming of livestock, including clipping, injury without loss of premiums, awards, and State
trimming, and blocking (all species) must be clearly Fair trips.
done by the exhibitor, members of the immediate
family or any other registered Minnesota 4-H Animal Science Show Regulations
member. Immediate family members are defined as 1. A mandatory livestock/horse exhibitor meeting
being parents, stepparents, legal guardians, (this includes Cloverbuds!) will be held at 7:30 p.m.
grandparents, brothers, or sisters. The 4-Her on Wednesday, August 15th in the Show Arena.
exhibiting the animal should be present and
involved in the fitting process at the fair. Exhibitors 2. Livestock exhibits must be in place before ID checks
in violation of this rule may show for ribbon only on Thursday, August 16th.
and will not be considered for Champion or Reserve
Champion, State Fair trips, or auction. 3. Animal ownership and ID checks on ALL livestock will
be done by the livestock board on Thursday, August
16th. 4-H livestock members (or a member from their
Animal Science Health Requirements immediate family) should be present to ensure
animals are identified appropriately.
1. All animal health regulations, as stipulated by the 4. County Fair Weigh In and ID Checks will start at 8:00
Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County a.m. with Goats; Dairy Steers at 8:30 a.m. followed
Fair Veterinarian, will be in effect. immediately by Beef in the south end of the Beef
2. All livestock health testing will be the responsibility Barn; Sheep at 9:15 a.m. and Swine at 9:30 a.m.
of the 4-H family. If your animal requires vaccination, both in the Sheep/Swine/Goat Barn. Dairy will be ID
these must be given to the animal and vaccination checked in their stalls at 10:00 a.m. Poultry &
certificates presented to the Swift County Extension Rabbits will be ID checked (leg bands and tattoos) in
Office. All testing must be conducted prior to the their pens at 10:15 a.m. Please ensure your animals
exhibition and a record of the test results on a test are in their stalls/pens by the time listed.
chart or an Intrastate Health Certificate must 5. Again in 2018: 4-H livestock exhibitors are allowed
accompany the tested animals. to show another 4-H member’s animal for
3. The official fair veterinarian will inspect all livestock, Showmanship; however the member will be
horses, rabbits, and poultry prior to unloading from ineligible for anything higher than a blue in the
the trailer at the fair. Please follow signs to the “Vet showmanship class if the animal shown is not ID’d
Check” area on the East side of the Swift County under their name on Livestock Entry Day.
Fairgrounds when bringing animals. Vet check times 6. Showing an animal that is not your own can happen
can be found on page 3. in the following cases:
4. General health examinations will also be made daily a. Family emergency arising during the fair,
during the exhibition. Animals with a runny nose, including sickness. Does NOT include vacations
warts, ringworm, or lesions will be sent home. or other such activities. Permission must be
5. Livestock, horses, poultry, and rabbits known by the obtained from the 4-H Program Coordinator
exhibitor to have an infectious or communicable prior to showing.
disease or to have been exposed to an infectious or b. In all species, the market classes will be
communicable disease or to be from a quarantined determined by weight divisions. Example: If a
herd or flock may not be entered for exhibition. 4-H member has 2 or more market animals that
Warts and Ringworm are considered communicable fall into the same weight class, they have two
diseases. Therefore, livestock affected by these options: show all animals in proper class with
diseases cannot be exhibited. A statement from a assistance from another current Swift County
veterinarian that an animal is being treated for 4-H member or move the heaviest animal to the
these diseases is not acceptable. next heavier weight class. No other changes
will be allowed.
24 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
c. If a 4-H member is unable to exhibit an Livestock Interviews
animal by himself/herself due to a disability
or injury, the 4-H member and/or the 1. All livestock & horse exhibitors will go through a
member’s immediate family must request livestock interview on Wednesday, August 15th
permission for a substitute show person to between 3:45 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
help with the exhibition of the 4-H member’s
livestock project(s). Arrangements and 2. Registration for Livestock Interview times will be
approval for a substitute show person must done through the Fair Entry online registration
be made with the 4-H Program Coordinator system.
prior to the day of the show. The substitute
show person must be a current regularly 3. Members will again be divided into 5 age categories:
enrolled Swift County 4-H member. Cloverbud (interviews are optional; times are not
assigned), Junior, Intermediate, Senior, and
7. 4-H Cloverbuds will NOT be allowed in the show Advanced.
arena without a parent/responsible person
(screened adult volunteer, youth leader 6th grade or 4. Livestock Interview Winners will be recognized
older) being in complete control of the animal. during the livestock exhibitor meeting on
(See pages 8-9 for more details on Cloverbud Wednesday, August 15th!
projects.)
Rate of Gain
8. Only current Swift County 4-H members are
allowed in the ring with the exception of flock or 1. An optional Rate of Gain contest is offered for market
herd entries or State Fair line-ups. beef, dairy steers, market lambs, and market swine.
Please note: animals who have an initial weight
9. Beef, dairy, goat, poultry, rabbit, sheep, and swine submitted on their ID form/4-H Online will
are judged primarily on the animals’ characteristics. automatically be entered in the Rate of Gain contest
Horse, lama, and dog are judged on performance. unless staff is notified they do not wish to participate.
Good selection and showmanship techniques are
learned through: individual study and practice, 2. To be eligible for Rate of Gain, animals must be
participating in showing and fitting workshops, weighed by the ID deadline (February 15/May 15)
open shows, and on livestock judging teams. and exhibited at the County Fair.
10. The Minnesota 4-H Livestock Project Awards 3. Animals will be weighed on Livestock Entry Day,
System differs from general project judging. Thursday of the county fair. See Animal Science Show
Management practices (food, shelter, water, Regulations, #4 on page 24 for exact times.
environment, breeding, care, etc.) reflect the
4-Hers knowledge. The assessment of this 4. The animal’s initial weight subtracted from the
knowledge, as it is applied to the project, can county fair weight, divided by the number of days will
occur in one or all of the three ways listed below: be used to determine Champion Rate of Gain in each
a. Show Ring: 90% of score on evaluation of species.
animal, 5% knowledge, and 5% on
presentation skills. Standards for Rate of Gain are as follows:
b. Showmanship: 50% on knowledge and 50%
on presentation skills. Market Beef: 2.0+ = Blue, 1.9-2.0 = Red, <1.9 = White
c. Livestock Interview: 80% on knowledge and Dairy Beef: 2.0+ = Blue, 1.9-2.0 = Red, <1.9 = White
20% on presentation skills. Market Lambs: .5+ = Blue, .4-.5 = Red, <.4 = White
Market Swine: 1.5+ = Blue, 1.3-1.5 = Red, <1.3 = White
11. Within each class, all entries shall be placed blue,
red, or white by the judge for premium money Herdsmanship
(with the exception of Cloverbuds who will receive a
participation premium). The judge shall then select The purpose of 4-H Herdsmanship is to help 4-H
champions and reserve champions as noted in the exhibitors learn skills in making a presentable exhibit for
species show book. Honorable Mention and Award the public as well as learn skills in courtesy, cooperation,
of Excellence ribbons are given at the judge’s neatness, and proper care of animals.
discretion.
Guidelines:
12. The judge will also select the State Fair line-up.
13. The decision of the judge is final and may not 1. Animals must be maintained and look presentable
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. even during livestock shows.
be grieved. No tying out of livestock is allowed until 8:00 p.m.
2. Animals shall be cared for using proper and ethical
practices, and should be clean and properly tied.
3. Exhibitors should be courteous and ready to explain
their project to the general public.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 25
4. Conduct of exhibitors is taken into account on Showmanship
scoring. Exhibitors should act respectful and conduct
themselves positively in courteous manner. 1. All 4-H livestock exhibitors (except Cloverbuds)
are eligible and strongly urged to participate in
5. Exhibitors should be doing their own clipping, showmanship during their respective livestock
grooming, etc. (parents, siblings may assist). show.
6. Stay with your animal during feeding. Feed pans 2. Additional state fair trips will be awarded in
should be removed immediately after animals are species with 90% or more of the members
finished eating. participating in showmanship for that specie.
7. Stalls must be kept clean of garbage, manure, unused 3. Again in 2018: 4-H livestock exhibitors are
equipment, etc. Bedding should be dry and allowed to show another 4-H member’s animal
adequate. for Showmanship; however, the member will be
ineligible for anything higher than a blue in the
8. Decorating stalls is allowed at the County Fair IF done showmanship class if the animal shown is not
respectfully and in good taste. Decorating will not ID’d under their name on Livestock Entry Day.
add to your score but can lower your score if not
maintained. 4. Exhibitors will be divided by age groups in all
livestock classes for Showmanship: Junior grades
9. Exhibitors should keep center aisles clear of bedding, 3-5; Intermediate grades 6-8; Senior grades 9-13.
manure, and garbage. Extension cords need to be
hung out of the way from main aisles. 5. The judge shall select a Champion and Reserve
Champion Junior, Intermediate, Senior Showman
10. Clubs or individuals may bring show or tack boxes, in each species.
but boxes should NOT be placed in the aisles. They
must be stored in empty stalls or in trailers. 6. The champion senior, intermediate, and junior
showman in beef, dairy, goat, horse, poultry,
11. All manure should be hauled to bunker frequently. rabbit, sheep, and swine are expected to
Do not leave manure in the wheelbarrow. participate in the Master Showmanship contest
held on Sunday, August 19th at 2:30 p.m.
12. All beef fitting chutes must be kept outside of the If the Champion is unable to participate, the
barn to limit congestion. Reserve Champion will be eligible to take
his/her place in the Master Showmanship
Procedures: contest.
1. All animal exhibits will be evaluated six times Master Showmanship
throughout the fair: once on Thursday, twice on
Friday and Saturday, and once on Sunday. 1. Master Showmanship is run as a “round robin”
with four species being shown (prior to the
2. Evaluation will be done by volunteer evaluators event, there will be a drawing to determine
during normal public viewing times (9 a.m. - 8 p.m.) which 4 of the 8 species will be shown): 1 small
each day. animal (poultry or rabbit); 1 medium animal
(goat, sheep, or swine); 2 large animals (beef,
3. Each club will receive points per specie each time dairy, or horse).
they are evaluated. Evaluators will take show judging
times into consideration. 2. Each 4-H’er will show three species. They do not
show the specie in which they won
4. Scores will be marked on the herdsmanship poster in showmanship. If the specie in which they won
each barn. No scores will be posted on Sunday. was not chosen for the competition, they will be
exempt from the same size specie for which they
5. Following the fair, the total scores for each day for were the Champion Showman.
each club in each specie will be added up and divided
by the total number of times the specie was judged, 3. During the competition, the animals will remain
giving an average for the fair as a whole. The club stalled, penned, or tied and the 4-H members will
with the highest average points will be recognized as travel as a group where they will meet with the
the Champion Herdsman for their specie. judge for each species they will show.
6. Champion Herdsman Club in each species will be 4. The points accumulated during the competition
announced at the Awards Program in October and will be based off the same criteria used in all
will have the privilege of first choice stalling in the showmanship classes: Knowledge, Handling of
barn in which they won herdsmanship for the Animal, and Appearance.
following year’s fair.
Basis for Scoring Herdsmanship:
1. Appearance of pens/stalls/aisles.................. 50 pts.
2. Appearance of animals................................. 45 pts.
3. Exhibitors ........................................................ 5 pts.
TOTAL ................................................................ 100 pts.
26 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Blue Ribbon Auction 3. All youth participating at the Minnesota State Fair
as 4-H livestock exhibitors in beef, dairy, goat,
The Blue Ribbon Auction is open to all regularly lama, poultry, rabbit, sheep, or swine must have
enrolled 4-H members in beef, dairy, dog, goat, lama, completed a Quality Assurance/Ethics Training in
poultry, rabbit, sheep, and swine who have received a which there are two training options 1) a 3 hour
blue ribbon during their respective shows. It is also in-person workshop which is good for three fair
open to State Horse Show participants. seasons (LQA&E), or 2) a 1 hour on-line training
1. Swift County 4-H requires all members intending which is good for one fair season (YQCA). Youth
completing either quality assurance training
to anticipate in the Blue Ribbon Auction to seek option will receive a certificate of completion. If
buyers prior to the fair. Families must complete you are unsure if you have taken the training,
an “Auction Invitation Verification Form” and please contact the 4-H office ASAP!
return to the 4-H office by July 15th.
2. 4-H members must sign up for the auction and 4. Along with their qualifying state fair livestock trip,
designate the animal to be sold by 12:00 p.m. on 4-H members may also participate in activities
Saturday, August 18th. All necessary information, such as Share the Fun, demonstrations, Arts-In,
including accurate weight of market animal, must cooking events, animal science educational
be included on form. exhibits or judging teams.
3. Each exhibitor may only sell one animal, unless
they are a multi-specie exhibitor and have 5. Trips in livestock are based on the number of
received a champion in one of their species. They exhibitors who participated at the previous year’s
may sell that champion and one other blue ribbon County Fair.
animal of a different species.
The same 4-H’er cannot bring two animals 6. State Fair trip line-ups will be posted following
each show. Trip awards will be passed on to the
from the same specie/county show through next eligible winner in cases where the first
the auction (i.e. beef heifer and dairy steer). winner is either not old enough or declines the
Cloverbuds MAY NOT sell. award.
4. 4-H’ers are expected to dress appropriately for
the auction. Good grooming for members and 7. Winners of Livestock State Fair trips must decide
animals is important. and notify the 4-H office by marking the board on
5. Animals in the auction must be shown by the 4-H the west wall of the livestock office (in the horse
member unless prior arrangements have been barn) by 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 18th.
made with the 4-H Program Coordinator.
6. Animals sell for premium; 4-H’er keeps the 8. Distribution of Unused Livestock Trips: Minnesota
animal. 4-H wants to provide as many 4-H members as
7. It is a statewide mandate that 20% of all auction possible the opportunity to experience the
proceeds will go to Swift County 4-H. These funds Minnesota State Fair judging process. To ensure
are used to fund Swift County livestock programs that as many youth as possible have the
& equipment (i.e. Project Bowl teams, Showing & opportunity to participate in a livestock
Fitting Clinics, LQA&E certifications, etc.). experience at the Minnesota State Fair, staff and
8. Premiums will not be paid to 4-Hers until a letter/ volunteers are asked to follow the outlined
card thanking the buyer has been turned in to the process for the distribution of unused livestock
Swift County Extension Office. Cards will be quota trips.
available following the auction. Swift County 4-H
will mail the thank you to your buyer. 9. All youth attending State Fair must attend the
State Fair meeting with a parent on Sunday,
Animal Science State Fair Info August 19th at 4:00 p.m.
1. Trips for State Fair, State Horse Show, and the 10. If a 4-H’er decides not to take a State Fair trip
State Dog Show will be selected from blue ribbon after the county’s final registration at the State
exhibits only (see State Dog Show Rules for Fair, they will not be refunded their State Fair
exceptions.) registration amount and will be required to pay
Swift County 4-H back for the other half of the
2. A 4-H member selected to represent the county at fee.
the State Fair or the State Horse Show must have
completed 6th grade through 1 year post-high 11. State Fair encampment for livestock is
school. Wednesday, August 22nd - Sunday, August 26th.
Transportation for livestock and busing for youth
are provided at an additional cost. Exhibitors are
expected to spend the entire 5 days at the State
Fair as they are responsible for their animal.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 27
12. State Fair arrival times for livestock will be from Requirements:
5:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Heifers need to be classified as breeding or
market on pre-fair registration forms.
13. All State Fair livestock exhibitors must participate
in a livestock interview for their species. 4-Hers BREEDING HEIFER - COMMERCIAL
who do not complete an interview prior to the Beef - Commercial Spring Calf
State Fair show are not eligible to receive a purple Beef - Commercial Fall Calf
ribbon, be named champion or reserve champion Beef - Commercial Summer Yearling
of a division, to be in the auction, or to compete in Beef - Commercial Junior Yearling
showmanship finals at the State Fair. All State Fair Beef - Commercial Senior Yearling
livestock interviews will be held on the St. Paul
campus. BREEDING HEIFER - HEREFORD
Beef - Registered Spring Calf
14. Judging in the show ring is based on animal Beef - Registered Fall Calf
characteristics for traditional ribbons. Additional Beef - Registered Summer Yearling
awards are provided for interviews and Beef - Registered Junior Yearling
herdsmanship. Beef - Registered Senior Yearling
15. Market animals taken to the State Fair, with the BREEDING HEIFER - REGISTERED OTHER BREEDS
exception of market lambs and market rabbits Beef - Registered Spring Calf
will be slaughtered. Market animals exceeding Beef - Registered Fall Calf
the maximum weights at State Fair may be Beef - Registered Summer Yearling
exhibited, however will be capped at a blue Beef - Registered Junior Yearling
ribbon placing. Beef - Registered Senior Yearling
16. The State Horse Show is scheduled for PLEASE NOTE: It is important to specify breeds in
September 14-17, 2018. The show is held at the this division so we can split classes. A minimum
State Fairgrounds in St. Paul. of four (4) is needed to hold a breed class in each
age division.
17. The State Dog Show is scheduled for September
22-23, 2018. The show will be held at the State BREEDING HEIFER - SIMMENTAL
Fairgrounds in St. Paul. Beef - Registered Spring Calf
Beef - Registered Fall Calf
Animal Science Projects Beef - Registered Summer Yearling
Beef - Registered Junior Yearling
BEEF Beef - Registered Senior Yearling
Beef Birth Dates Spring Calf/Prospect Calf Clarifications:
A spring calf will be evaluated for their potential as a
Fall Calf Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2017
breeding cow, therefore structural correctness,
Summer Yearling May 1 – Aug. 31, 2017 femininity, frame, growth, etc. They are generally
shown as a breeding heifer the following year.
Junior Yearling Jan. 1 – Apr. 30, 2017 A prospect calf is evaluated for market animal
characteristics such as muscling and growth
Senior Yearling Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2016 potential. They are generally shown as a market
heifer or steer the following year. Bull calves cannot
Cow/Calf Calf born on or after 1/1/18 return the following year.
Spring calves and/or Prospect Calves used as part
Prospect Heifer Calf Jan. 1 – Apr. 30, 2018 of a cow/calf pair MUST be shown by the same
exhibitor in both classes.
Prospect Steer/Bull Calf Jan. 1 – Apr. 30, 2018
Beef Steer Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2017
Market Heifer Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2017
Dairy Steer Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2017
Dairy Steer Calf Born on or after Jan. 1, 2018
All animals must remain in the barn until 8 p.m.
each night - no beef tie-outs until 8 p.m.!
*May exhibit up to two (2) in each age class.
(Please note: when registering in Fair Entry, classes
are listed alphabetically instead of in birth date
order)
28 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
Spring Calves and/or Prospect Calves may be part of MARKET BEEF
a cow/calf exhibit at the county level and still be Beef - Market Heifer
eligible for State Fair in the calf class they were Beef - Market Heifer Rate of Gain
exhibited in as long as they are in the State Fair line-
up at the Swift County Fair. Beef - Market Steer
Beef - Market Steer Rate of Gain
Spring Calves and/or Prospect Calves NOT part of
a cow/calf pair, must be weaned (no nurse cows *May exhibit two (2) beef steers and/or two (2)
allowed at County or State Fair). market heifers.
COW/CALF Requirements:
Beef - Cow/Calf Pair (specify breed) Recommended minimum weight (for State Fair) is
*May exhibit two (2) cow/calf pairs. 1,000 pounds; recommended maximum weight is 1,500
pounds. Market animals exceeding the maximum
Requirements: weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State Fair.
Cow/Calf pairs must be biologically related. Market Beef will be weighed on Thursday morning of
Calves in Cow/Calf pairs can be heifers, bulls, the Swift County Fair to determine weight classes for
or steers. county show.
Calf can also be shown as a spring calf or a
prospect calf as long as it is born before April DAIRY STEER
30th. Beef - Dairy Steer Calf
(county only class)
BEEF HERD ENTRY Beef - Crossbred Dairy Steer
Beef - Herd Entry (specify breed) Beef - Purebred Dairy Steer
Beef - Dairy Steer Rate of Gain
*Limited to 1 herd entry. Not a State Fair eligible
class. *May exhibit two (2) dairy steers; either both
purebred, both crossbred, or one purebred &
Requirements: one crossbred.
Entry to consist of three animals: a Cow/Calf
pair and a heifer. The animals must also be *Can exhibit two dairy steer calves in addition to
entered in individual classes to qualify (i.e. the two dairy steers.
cow/calf entry and yearling breeding heifer
entry – calf does not need to be shown in an Requirements:
individual class as long as it is part of the Recommended minimum weight (for State Fair) is
cow/calf pair).
All animals must have been shown by same 1,000 pounds; recommended maximum weight is 1,600
exhibitor in all classes entered. pounds. Market animals exceeding the maximum
All animals must be individually owned; weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State Fair.
ownership will be determined on entry day. Purebred dairy steers must be 100% dairy breed.
These breeds will be accepted without registration
PROSPECT CALF papers: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, or
Beef - Heifer Calf Jersey. Milking Shorthorn dairy steers must be
Beef - Steer Calf registered with American Milking Shorthorn Society
Beef - Bull Calf and not carry the “S” suffix.
Beef – Prospect Dairy Beef Steer Dairy Steers showing permanent teeth may be shown,
(Riverview calves—county only class) but they can place no higher than a red ribbon and they
will not be eligible for State Fair or auction.
*May exhibit two (2) prospect calves. A Crossbred Dairy Steer Division has been added.
Crossbred dairy steers must be from the following
Requirements: breeds in any combination: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss,
Prospect market steer calves must be castrated Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, Milking Shorthorn,
(no bull calves) in order to be eligible for State Fair. Montebeliarde, Normande (dairy), Red & White,
Norwegian Red, and Viking Red (Swedish, Danish, &
Finnish Red).
BEEF SHOWMANSHIP
Beef Showmanship
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 29
DAIRY Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow
(Please note: when registering in Fair Entry, classes Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow
are listed alphabetically instead of in birth date order) Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow
Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow
Dairy Birth Dates Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow
Dairy - Dry Cow
Spring (Junior) Calf Mar. 1 – May 15, 2018
MIXED COLOR REGISTERED & GRADE
Winter Calf Dec. 1, 2017 – Feb. 28, 2018 Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf/Novice
Dairy - Winter Calf
Fall Calf Sept. 1 – Nov. 30, 2017 Dairy - Fall Calf
Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling
Summer Junior Yrlg Jun. 1 – Aug. 31, 2017 Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling
Dairy - Winter Senior Yearling
Spring Junior Yrlg Mar. 1 – May 31, 2017 Dairy - Fall Senior Yearling
Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow
Winter Senior Yrlg Dec. 1, 2016 - Feb. 28, 2017 Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow
Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow
Fall Senior Yrlg Sept. 1 – Nov. 30, 2016 Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow
Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow
Junior 2 Year Old Mar. 1 – Aug. 31, 2016 Dairy - Dry Cow
Senior 2 Year Old Sept. 1, 2015 – Feb. 29, 2016 Requirements:
Senior Yearlings that have calved must compete
3 Year Old Cow Sept. 1, 2014 – Aug. 31, 2015
in the 2 year old cow class.
4 Year Old Cow Sept. 1, 2013 – Aug. 31, 2014 Advanced classes must show a complete
Cow, 5 Years & Older Born before Sept. 1, 2013 butterfat record for 305 days.
A 4-H member cannot exhibit an animal in the 2
*May only show two (2) animals per age division –
can be any combination of breeds (i.e. 2 Holstein year old or cow class that was not identified in
Grade or 1 Holstein Grade and 1 Holstein advance of the first freshening.
Registered or 1 Holstein Grade/Registered and 1 No family member or other 4-H member will be
Jersey). allowed to show an animal that has been shown
by another 4-H member after animal’s first
PLEASE NOTE: Breed classes will only be used if freshening.
there are four (4) or more animals in the age
division. DAIRY HERD
Dairy Holstein Grade Herd Entry
HOLSTEIN GRADE Dairy Holstein Registered Herd Entry
Dairy - Winter Calf Dairy Mixed Color Reg. & Grade Herd
Dairy - Fall Calf Entry
Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling
Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling *Limited to 1 herd entry.
Dairy - Winter Senior Yearling
Dairy - Fall Senior Yearling Requirements:
Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow Entry to consist of three animals, one of which is a
Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow
Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow cow. The animals must also be entered in
Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow individual classes to qualify.
Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow
Dairy - Dry Cow DAIRY SHOWMANSHIP
Dairy Showmanship
HOLSTEIN REGISTERED
Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf/Novice
Dairy - Winter Calf
Dairy - Fall Calf
Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling
Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling
Dairy - Winter Senior Yearling
Dairy - Fall Senior Yearling
30 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
DOG TRAINING Dog - Pre-Agility
Swift County will be hosting a Dog Show at the Swift Dog - Agility Beginner
County Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 11th. Classes Dog - Agility Elementary
will be split into two arenas with separate judges, Dog - Agility Intermediate
similar to State Dog Show. Dog - Agility Senior
Dog - Agility Advanced
For non-training dog, please use “LIVE PET”- pg. 19-20. Dog - Jumpers I
Dog - Jumpers II
For additional information or clarification on the Dog Dog - Jumpers III
Training Project, please reference the Swift County
4-H Dog Project Handbook. DOG OBEDIENCE
Must have a 6’ leash and training collar, or flat buckle
Guidelines:
1. All dogs entered must have completed an 8 week collar for obedience.
dog training course with 4-H member. See the MN 4-H Dog Obedience rules for complete
2. All dogs entered in agility must have completed
obedience training and a minimum of six (6) description of exercises required in each class or ask
agility training sessions with 4-H member; and your county dog trainer.
must be at least 12 months old (18 months for
larger breeds). Dog - Obedience Foundation Class
3. All dogs must be 16 weeks of age prior to starting Dog - Obedience Beginner
the obedience training course and must be six (6) Dog - Obedience Graduate Beginner
months of age at the time of the County Dog Dog - Obedience Novice
Show to be eligible to show. Dog - Obedience Graduate Novice
Dog - Obedience Pre-Open
Requirements: Dog - Obedience Open
A dog may be shown in the dog show or the pet Dog - Obedience Graduate Open
Dog - Obedience Pre-Utility
show, not both! Dog - Obedience Utility
4-H’ers 3rd grade and older are eligible for county Dog - Obedience Veterans
Dog - Obedience Brace
and state dog shows. Dog - Obedience 4 Dog Team
4-Her may show a maximum of two dogs; entering
DOG RALLY
only one dog per class for obedience. Dog - Rally Foundation
4-Hers shall exhibit in the classes corresponding to Dog - Rally Pre-Novice
Dog - Rally Novice
the level of training they and their dog have received. Dog - Rally Pre-Advanced
Additional information, class requirements, and Dog - Rally Advanced
Dog - Rally Excellent
rules/regulations can be found in the Minnesota 4-H Dog - Rally Veterans
Agility, Obedience, Rally and Showmanship rules and
guidelines (four separate publications) available on DOG SHOWMANSHIP
the MN 4-H dog project website () or ask your local - See the MN 4-H Dog Showmanship rules for
dog trainer.
All dogs must be vaccinated according to the complete description of exercises required in each
requirements listed on the MN 4-H Dog Project ID class or ask your county dog trainer.
Affidavit and Vaccination Form.
Dog - Showmanship Novice Junior
(Please note: In Fair Entry, classes are listed Dog - Showmanship Novice Senior
alphabetically instead of skill level order as listed Dog - Showmanship Open Junior
here.) Dog - Showmanship Open Senior
DOG AGILITY
Must have a quick release flat collar for agility.
See the MN 4-H Dog Agility rules for complete
description of exercises required in each class or
ask your county dog trainer.
Pre-Agility: 1st year obedience participant;
includes jumps, tunnel, and table. Does not
qualify for State Dog Show.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 31
GOAT - DAIRY GOAT - MEAT
Dairy Goat Birth Dates Meat Goat Birth Dates
Market Goat (no bucks) Dec. 1, 2017 – Apr. 30, 2018
Junior Doe Kid Apr. 1 – Jun. 30, 2018 Meat Breeding Dry Yearling Born in 2017, never kidded
Jr. Meat Goat Breeding Doe Mar. 1 – May 31, 2018
Senior Doe Kid Jan. 1 – Mar. 31, 2018 Sr. Meat Goat Breeding Doe Dec. 1, 2017 –Feb. 28, 2018
Dry Yearling Doe Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2017 NOTE: Pygmy Goats (all breeds) are classed as Meat
Goats.
Milking Yearling Doe Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2017
MARKET GOAT
Milking 2 Year Old Doe Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2016 Dairy Market Goat - Altered Male, No Bucks
Dairy Market Goat - Female
Milking 3 years & under 5 yrs Born in 2014 or 2015 Market Goat - Nursing Market Doe
Meat Market Goat - Altered Male, No Bucks
Milking Doe (5 Yrs. +) Born before Jan. 1, 2013 Meat Market Goat - Female
*May exhibit up to two (2) in each class.
DAIRY GOAT
Dairy Goat - Jr. Doe Kid Requirements:
Dairy Goat - Sr. Doe Kid Market goats must be a minimum of 40 pounds.
Dairy Goat - Dry Yearling Doe Required maximum of 110 pounds by State Fair to
Dairy Goat - Milking Yearling Doe
Dairy Goat - Milking 2 Year Old Doe receive higher than a blue ribbon.
Dairy Goat - Milking 3-4 Year Old Doe Meat market goats cannot be leased.
Dairy Goat - Milking 5 Year Old Doe
Dairy Goat - Milking 6+ Year Old Doe MEAT BREEDING DOE
Meat Goat - Dry Breeding Yearling,
*May exhibit up to two (2) in each class. registered or grade
Meat Goat - Junior Breeding Doe,
Requirements: registered or grade
Junior Doe Kids born April 1 – June 30 must be Meat Goat - Senior Breeding Doe,
registered or grade
added to the ID affidavit by July 1st. *May exhibit up to two (2) in each class.
For safety reasons, all dairy goats must be
Requirements:
disbudded/de-horned. Regrowth of less than ONE Meat breeding does may be leased.
INCH is allowed. Meat breeding does must be tattooed with a unique
DAIRY GOAT SHOWMANSHIP animal ID number.
Dairy Goat Showmanship
Note: For safety reasons, all market goats must be
disbudded/de-horned. Re-growth must not
exceed 1 inch. Does shown in market classes
must be disbudded in accordance with market
animal rules. Cut (saws) off horns are not
permitted. Meat Breeding Does may have horns
and they do not need to be capped or blunted.
However, if an animal is deemed a safety concern
at the discretion of the committee, additional
safety measures may be required.
MEAT GOAT SHOWMANSHIP
Meat Goat Showmanship
32 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
HORSE WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP, ALL GAITS
All 4-Hers participating in any 4-H sponsored mounted Horse - Western Horsemanship - Grades 3-5
activity are required to wear properly fastened Horse - Western Horsemanship - Grades 6-8
ASTM/SEI approved protective headgear. Helmet use Horse - Western Horsemanship - Grades 9+
is required when mounted. This policy also extends to Horse - Western Horsemanship - Walk/Trot
4-H volunteers when they are working with youth in a
4-H volunteer role during mounted activities. WESTERN PLEASURE
Horse - Western Pleasure – Grades 3-5
Additional horse information can be found at: Horse - Western Pleasure – Grades 6-8
www.4-H.umn.edu/projects/animal-science/horse. Horse - Western Pleasure – Grades 9+
Participation Requirements: 4-H horse members must TRAIL CLASS
pre-register for all of the classes they want to Horse - Trail Class – Grades 3-5
participate in on their horse fair registration form. If Horse - Trail Class – Grades 6-8
the 4-Her plans to show the same horse in both Horse - Trail Class – Grades 9+
games and pleasure, they need to designate which
discipline they would like their horse to be counted SHOWMANSHIP AT HALTER
under for the purpose of determining state fair trips. Horse - Showmanship - Grades 3-5
Horse - Showmanship - Grades 6-8
General Show Rules: Riders need to abide by the Horse - Showmanship - Grades 9+
following rules as part of the Swift County 4-H Horse
Show regulations: HORSE TRAINING
1. No horse/pony may be shown unless it is Horse Training - Steps 1-6
properly identified as a 4-H project horse The number of State Horse Show trips will be determined
through the Swift County Extension Office. by project enrollment. You must complete the appropriate
2. A horse may be shown only once in any event level of the Horse Achievement book and the Horse
per show, with the exception of those riders too Training book. Bring these books the day of the show!
young to qualify for state fair sharing a horse Both books must have been signed by a member of the
with another 4-H member. Horse Board or an unrelated knowledgeable adult.
3. Riders are responsible for their own horses.
Trainers and non-family members are not Any age horse may qualify provided that is has had no
allowed to exercise or work out any 4-Hers prior training beyond lunging. Your horse may not have
horse/pony at the 4-H Horse Show or during the been previously ground-driven or ridden, and it may not
Swift County Fair or any other 4-H sponsored be beyond Step 1 when you begin.
event.
Your horse MAY NOT be professionally trained! This is a
Scoring: Points will only be calculated from all blue program for youth to experience training a horse
ribbon placings. No points will be given for red or white themselves.
ribbon when tabulating state trip winners.
State Horse Show: Quotas for the State Horse Show trips GAMES SHOW CLASSES
are based on the number of 4-H members that were in (Judged on Thursday, August 16th at 11:00 a.m.)
the county horse project the previous 4-H year.
BARREL RACE
Requirements: Class may be combined or split Horse - Barrel Race – Grades 3-5
Horse - Barrel Race – Grades 6-8
depending on the number of entries. Horse - Barrel Race – Grades 9+
PLEASURE SHOW CLASSES EGG & SPOON
(Judged on August 4th at 9:00a.m., SHRA, Benson) Horse - Egg & Spoon – Grades 3-5
Horse - Egg & Spoon – Grades 6-8
ENGLISH EQUITATION Horse - Egg & Spoon – Grades 9+
Horse - English Equitation – Grades 3-5
Horse - English Equitation – Grades 6-8 JUMPING FIGURE 8
Horse - English Equitation – Grades 9+ Horse - Jumping Figure 8 – Grades 3-5
Horse - English Equitation – Walk/Trot Horse - Jumping Figure 8 – Grades 6-8
Horse - Jumping Figure 8 – Grades 9+
ENGLISH PLEASURE
Horse - English Pleasure – Grades 3-5
Horse - English Pleasure – Grades 6-8
Horse - English Pleasure – Grades 9+
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 33
KEY RACE POULTRY
Horse - Key Race – Grades 3-5
Horse - Key Race – Grades 6-8 Poultry Birth Dates
Horse - Key Race – Grades 9+
Breeding Poultry & Waterfowl Jan. 1, 2018 or after
POLE WEAVING
Horse - Pole Weaving – Grades 3-5 Egg Production Chickens Mar. 1, 2018 or after
Horse - Pole Weaving – Grades 6-8
Horse - Pole Weaving – Grades 9+ (White or Brown Layers – hybrid recommended)
HORSE RELATED Market Chickens Mar. 1, 2018 or after
(Judged during Entry Day Exhibit Judging!)
(should be 8-10 weeks old at fair)
Horse Related
Domestic Turkey & Mar. 1, 2018 or after
Exhibit Suggestions:
Must be enrolled in the Horse project. Market Waterfowl
For members who own a horse.
Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, Guinea Jan. 1, 2018 or after
and/or article. The exhibit should show or explain (Pearl, White, or Lavender ONLY)
something the 4-H member has made, done or
learned in the project. Pigeons - Breeding Pairs 2017 seamless band or older
HORSELESS HORSE Pigeons - Young Birds 2018 seamless band
(Judged during Entry Day Exhibit Judging!)
Doves - Breeding Pairs 2017 seamless band or older
Horseless Horse
Show & Hobby June 15, 2018 or before
Exhibit Suggestions:
Must be enrolled in Horseless Horse. All chicken, guinea, & turkey exhibitors must have a
Cannot own or lease a Horse. “Statement of Origin” indicating their bird is from a
Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, Pullorum-Typhoid free flock within 12 months prior to entry
day. These should be submitted to the Extension Office by
essay, and/or article. The exhibit should show or July 15th.
explain something the 4-H member has made,
done or learned in the project. Poultry exhibited must be of this year’s hatch, (except
doves and pigeons).
LAMA
All poultry, except waterfowl, doves, and pigeons, must
Lama Birth Dates have a health certificate and must be identified by a
numbered leg band. Bands can be picked up from the
Must be born prior to January 1, 2018 Extension Office.
Gender: Breeding classes will be judged on breed characteristics
No sexually intact male above 18 months is eligible using the American Standard of Perfection as a guide.
for exhibition. For State Fair, birds must be from the same flock as county
All castrated males born prior to Jan. 1, 2018 are fair winners, but you may select different birds for the State
Fair than those that were exhibited at County Fair.
eligible for exhibition.
All females born prior to Jan. 1, 2018 are eligible CHICKENS
Chickens - Bantam Breeding Pen of one
for exhibition. male & two females
Chickens - Breeding Pen of one male &
Lama - Costume two females
Lama - Obstacle Course/Public Relations Chickens - Egg Production Pen of two
Lama - Showmanship pullets, Brown egg layers
Chickens - Egg Production Pen of two
pullets, White egg layers
Chickens - Market Pen of two males or
two females
*May exhibit up to two (2) pens in each class.
Requirements:
Egg production pen of two pullets will have two separate
lots – one for white egg layers and one for brown egg
layers. White egg layers must be hybrid. Brown egg
layers must be commercial purebred or hybrid; hybrids
are preferred.
34 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
DOVES RABBITS
Doves - Purebred Breeding Pair Requirements:
*May exhibit up to two (2) pens. All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders
Association are eligible. Rabbits will be judged
DUCKS according to ARBA Standards.
Ducks - Bantam Breeding Pen of one
male & two females Each rabbit must be permanently tattooed in the left
Ducks - Breeding Pen of one male & ear for identification purposes.
two females
Ducks - Market Pen of two males or Rabbits will be shown individually, not in cages.
two females Purebred Rabbits are those which have a three-
*May exhibit up to two (2) pens in each class. generation pedigree showing the ancestral
backgrounds being of all the same breed, making it
GEESE eligible for registration.
Geese - Breeding Pen of one male & Crossbred rabbits may be shown but are not eligible for
two females State Fair. Crossbreds will be judged on meat quality
Geese - Market Pen of two males or and conditions only.
two females
LARGE BREEDS
*May exhibit up to two (2) pens in each class. Large Rabbit breeds include: New Zealand, Satin,
American Giant Angora, Bevern, Californian, Champagne
GUINEA Dargent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant
Guinea - Breeding Pen of one male & Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Crème Dargent, Flemish Giant,
two females - same breed French Lop, Hotot, English Lop, Palomino, and Silver Fox
Guinea - Market Pen of two males or
two females - same breed Rabbit - Large Breed Intermediate Buck
6-8 months of age (specify breed)
*May exhibit up to two (2) pens in each class.
Rabbit - Large Breed Intermediate Doe
Requirements: 6-8 months of age (specify breed)
Only Pearls, Whites, and Lavender breeds
can be shown. Rabbit - Large Breed Junior Buck
under 6 months of age (specify breed)
PIGEONS
Pigeons - Fancy, 1 Breeding Pair Rabbit - Large Breed Junior Doe
Pigeons - Fancy, Young bird Male or under 6 months of age (specify breed)
Female, 1 young bird, this year band
Rabbit - Large Breed Senior Buck over
Pigeons - Flying, 1 Breeding Pair 8 months of age (specify breed)
Pigeons - Flying, Young bird Male or Rabbit - Large Breed Senior Doe over
Female, 1 young bird, this year band 8 months of age (specify breed)
Pigeons - Utility, 1 Breeding Pair *May exhibit up to two (2) in each class.
Pigeons - Utility, 1 Young bird Male or
RUNNING BREEDS
Female, 1 young bird, this year band Running breeds include: Checkered Giant, English
Spot, Rhinelander, and Tan.
*May exhibit up to two (2) pens in each class.
Rabbit - Running Breed Intermediate
TURKEYS Buck 6-8 months of age (specify breed)
Turkeys - Domestic Only - Breeding Pen
of one male & two females Rabbit - Running Breed Intermediate
Turkeys - Domestic Only - Market Pen Doe 6-8 months of age (specify breed)
of two males or two females
Rabbit - Running Breed Junior Buck
*May exhibit up to two (2) pens in each class. under 6 months of age (specify breed)
POULTRY SHOWMANSHIP Rabbit - Running Breed Junior Doe
Poultry Showmanship under 6 months of age (specify breed)
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 35
Rabbit - Running Breed Senior Buck BREEDING EWE
over 8 months of age (specify breed) (Please note: when registering In Fair Entry, classes are
listed alphabetically instead of in birth date order)
Rabbit - Running Breed Senior Doe over 8
months of age (specify breed) Sheep - Commercial January Ewe Lamb
Sheep - Commercial February Ewe Lamb
*May exhibit up to two (2) in each class. Sheep - Commercial March Ewe Lamb
Sheep - Commercial Yearling Ewe
Breeding Rabbit requirements apply to Running Sheep - Commercial Aged Ewe
Breeds.
Sheep - Registered January Ewe Lamb
SMALL BREEDS Sheep - Registered February Ewe Lamb
Small Rabbit breeds include: Dutch, Florida White, Sheep - Registered March Ewe Lamb
Holland Lop, Jersey Wooly, Mini Lop, Mini Rex, Sheep - Registered Yearling Ewe
Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, American Fuzzy Lop, Sheep - Registered Aged Ewe
American Sable, Dwarf Hotot, English Angora, French
Angora, Satin Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, SPECIFY BREED FOR ALL REGISTERED EWES.
Standard Chinchilla, English Spot, Harlequin, Havana,
Himalayan, Lilac, Lion Head, Rhinelander, Silver, Silver PLEASE NOTE: Breed classes will only be used if there
Marten, Thrianta, and Tan. are four (4) or more animals in the age division.
Rabbit - Small Breed Junior Buck under 6 Sheep - Wether Dam January Ewe Lamb
months of age (specify breed) Sheep - Wether Dam February Ewe Lamb
Sheep - Wether Dam March Ewe Lamb
Rabbit - Small Breed Junior Doe under 6 Sheep - Wether Dam Yearling Ewe
months of age (specify breed) Sheep - Wether Dam Aged Ewe
Rabbit - Small Breed Senior Buck over 6 *May only show two (2) animals per age division
months of age (specify breed) per class (i.e. could bring a total of 6 yearling ewes
- 2 registered, 2 commercial, 2 wether dam).
Rabbit - Small Breed Senior Doe over 6
months of age (specify breed) Requirements:
Aged ewes are not eligible for State Fair.
*May exhibit up to two (2) in each class. All crossbred or commercial breeding ewes must
MARKET RABBIT have a 4-H ear tag and a Scrapie or NAIS tag.
Rabbit - Pen of 3 Fryers, 3 ½ to 5 ½ All registered breeding ewes must have a second
pounds, not over 70 days old (specify
breed) permanent form of ID, either tattoo, flock tag, or 4-H
Rabbit - Single Fryer, 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds, tag along with a Scrapie or NAIS tag. Permanent ID
not over 70 days old (specify breed) must match registration paper.
*May exhibit up to two (2) in each class. FLEECE
Sheep Fleece
RABBIT SHOWMANSHIP
Rabbit Showmanship Requirements:
All 4-Hers receiving a blue ribbon on their fleece may
SHEEP
exhibit at the State Fair; no housing will be provided!
Sheep Birth Dates
LAMB LEAD
January Ewe Lamb Born Jan. 1-31, 2018 Lamb Lead (gr. 3+)
February Ewe Lamb Born Feb. 1-28, 2018 Requirements:
Lamb Lead exhibitors must groom and train a sheep
March Ewe Lamb Born Mar. 1-31, 2018
and must wear a garment made from at least 60%
Yearling Ewe Born on or after Jan. 1, 2017 wool. Garment is defined as a piece of clothing
covering a main part of your body (not socks or
and must not show evidence accessories).
Exhibitors will be judged based on project
of four permanent incisors knowledge, poise, their outfit, and their lamb.
Aged Ewe Born on or before Dec. 31, 2016
Market Lamb Born on or after Jan. 1, 2018
36 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
MEMBER FLOCK MARKET BARROW
Flock - Three (3) sheep owned by exhibitor Swine - Market Barrow
Swine - Market Barrow Rate of Gain
*May only show one (1) member flock.
Requirements: *May show two (2) market barrows. May have up to 2
Any three sheep owned by the exhibitor – can Rate of Gain entries for Market Barrows.
be a combination of market and breeding. MARKET GILT
Each animal must also be shown in individual Swine - Market Gilt
Swine - Market Gilt Rate of Gain
classes to qualify; therefore a flock cannot consist
of 3 market lambs. *May show two (2) market gilts. May have up to 2
Rate of Gain entries for Market Gilts.
MARKET LAMB
Market Lamb - Black Face Requirements:
Market Lamb - Speckle Face For Market Barrows & Gilts to qualify for a
Market Lamb - White Face
purple ribbon at State Fair, they must weigh at
Sheep - Market Lamb Rate of Gain least 220 lbs. and not exceed 300 lbs.
Market barrows and market gilts weighing less
*May only show two (2) market lambs. May have than 220 pounds will show in their own class
up to 2 Rate of Gain entries. “Super Lightweights” and those 301 pounds
and over will show in their own class “Super
Requirements: Heavyweights”. Neither weight class will be
Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is eligible for champion.
105 lbs.; recommended maximum weight is 170 SWINE SHOWMANSHIP
lbs. Animals exceeding the maximum are not Swine Showmanship
eligible to receive higher than a blue.
SHEEP SHOWMANSHIP
Sheep Showmanship
SWINE SCIENCE OF ANIMALS (EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS)
State Fair trips will be available. Exhibits will be
Swine Birth Dates judged during Livestock Weekend and 4-H’ers may
exhibit both an animal and a Science of Animal
January Gilt Born Jan. 1-31, 2018 Educational Exhibit.
February Gilt Born Feb. 1-28, 2018 - Projects in Health/Breeding/Production, Zoonotic
or Other need to be on one of the following
March Gilt Born Mar. 1-31, 2018 species of animal: Beef, Dairy, Goat-Dairy, Goat-
Market, Poultry, Rabbits, Sheep, Swine.
Market Barrow Born on or after Jan. 1, 2018
HEALTH/BREEDING/PRODUCTION
(recommended farrow date
ZOONOTICS
of February 1st or later)
OTHER
Market Gilt Born on or after Jan. 1, 2018
Exhibit Suggestions:
(recommended farrow date Items constructed (such as feeding systems or
of February 1st or later) show equipment) or science exhibits focusing
on one of the four divisions listed below.
BREEDING GILTS The projects may be enhanced with 3-
dimensional displays, posters, or notebooks.
SPECIFY BREED FOR ALL REGISTERED GILTS.
PLEASE NOTE: Breed classes will only be used if there
are four (4) or more animals in the age division.
Swine - Commercial January Gilt
Swine - Commercial February Gilt
Swine - Commercial March Gilt
Swine - Registered January Gilt
Swine - Registered February Gilt
Swine - Registered March Gilt
*May only show two (2) breeding swine per age
division.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2018 4-H PREMIUM BOOK 37
For more information:
Swift County 4-H: www.extension.umn.edu/county/swift/4-H
MN 4-H: http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/
Online 4-H Enrollment: https://mn.4honline.com
University of Minnesota Extension: http://www.extension.umn.edu/
4-H Project Areas: http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/projects/
4-H Shooting Sports http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/shooting-sports/shooting-sports/
4-H Animal Science Areas: http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/animal-science
National 4-H Headquarters: http://www.national4-hheadquarters.gov/
Minnesota 4-H Adult Volunteer Association (M4-HAVA): http://www.m4-hava.org/
4-H Across the USA: http://www.4husa.org/
© 2018 Regents of the University of Minnesota. All rights reserved. University of Minnesota Extension is an equal opportunity educator and
employer.
38 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION: SWIFT COUNTY FAIR 2016 4-H PREMIUM BOOK
The words you are searching are inside this book. To get more targeted content, please make full-text search by clicking here.
2018.Swift County 4-H Premium Book Updated 4-2-18
Discover the best professional documents and content resources in AnyFlip Document Base.
Search
2018.Swift County 4-H Premium Book Updated 4-2-18
- 1 - 38
Pages: