2020 Redwood County 4-H Premium Book

Redwood County 4-H

REDWOOD COUNTY 4-H

4-H Family Handbook; County Fair Premium Book

Volume 5; County Fair Premium Book

Welcome to the Redwood County 4-H County HOW THIS HANDBOOK WORKS:
Fair Premium Book!
The Premium Handbook is all about Redwood County
Contact Information: Fair. Things you will find in this handbook:
 Redwood County 4-H Extension Office,
 Projects to register what you are exhibiting
403 South Mill Street, PO Box 130 at fair
Redwood Falls , MN 56283
 Rules and guidelines
 Stacy Johnson Extension Educator, 4-H Youth  Where to park
Development, Redwood County  Club Work Schedules
Phone: O: 507-637-4025 C: 507-430-3102  Premium Information
Email: [email protected]  State Fair Registration Information, and so

much more…

REDWOOD COUNTY 4-H FAMILY HANDBOOK Registration Open May 1 – June 30th
SERIES

 Volume 1; Introduction/General Information

 Volume 2; Animal Science Projects

 Volume 3; General/Static Projects

 Volume 4; 4-H Ribbon Auction

 Volume 5; Redwood County Fair Premium
Book

Family Handbooks are located on the Redwood
County 4-H Website in the downloads section.

FAIR REGISTRATION:

Fair Registration is completed in Fair Entry.
http://redwoodmn.fairentry.com/

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needed

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Paper copy of this premium book is available by 4-H Club and Volunteer Work
request Schedules
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INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROJECT AREA(S) 4-H Club Pre-Fair and Post-Fair Work
Schedules
Registering For County Fair 4-H Food Stand Work Schedule
Club Food Stand Sign Up and Food Stand
FAIR ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS Coordinator Role Description
*All youth must work in the food stand and fruit
(HOW TO REGISTER FOR FAIR) sales to qualify for registration fee reimbursements

COUNTY FAIR REGISTRATION SITE Exhibit Rules and Guidelines
Premiums
County Fair Project Resources
Exhibit Rules and Guidelines
FAIR PROJECT RESOURCES Premiums
Redwood County Fair Schedules
4-H Club Projects
Judging Events, Event Schedules, State Fair 4-H Club Projects
Orientation, County Fair Awards Ceremony
Food Stand Sales, And More! Static (General) Project Areas
Parent/Family Expectations During County Fair Individual or Team Projects
Absentee Judging Guideline
County Fair Competitive Events Deadlines and Navigating Static Judging Events
Consequences Monday and Tuesday Judging Events, Parking,
Cloverbud County Fair Rules and Guideline Volunteers Needed, Wristbands, Meal Tickets, T-shirts,
Project Release
State Fair Eligibility Buckets
Static Project General Information
Member Information, Exhibit Requirements, How
Judging works, Copyright Laws, Conference Judging,
Label your Project, Pet Program, Anticipated Timeframe
of Judging Events

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Agronomy Garden, Horticulture, and Lawn and
Ag Technology Landscaping
Corn Flowers
Forages Fruit
Plant and Soil Sciences Herb Gardening
Small Grains Indoor Gardening
Soy Beans Lawn and Landscape
Specialty Crops Potato
Vegetable Gardening
Citizenship and Leadership Largest Vegetable
Citizenship
Global Connections Health Sciences
Service Learning Food and Nutrition
Raw Vegetable Plate
Communication and Expressive Arts Pastries
Craft and Fine Arts Foods Revue
Demonstrations including Livestock Demonstrations Health
Performing Arts Safety
Photography
Video/Film Making Plastics Sculpture Art Project

Performing Arts Bio Form Posters
Demonstration Form Dairy
Poultry
Engineering and Design Rabbit
Aerospace
Computers Self-Determined
Electric
Engineering and Design Shop, Woodworking, Metal Works, Bicycle,
Aquatic Robotics Electric, Small Engines and Tractors
Robotics
Science of Animals (Static Project)
Environment and Outdoor Science and Recreation Exploring Animals
ATV Safety Pets
Entomology Science of Ag Educational Exhibits
Explore the Environment Veterinary Science
Fishing
Geology Science of Animals (Static Project)
Shooting Sports and Wildlife Horseless Horse
Water and Wetlands Horse Related
Wildlife Biology Cat
Dog
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child and Family Development 3
Consumer Science/Education
Quilting
Needle Arts
Non-Garment
Fashion Revue
Clothing You Buy, Make, and Recycle
Home Environment
Clothing/Fashion Revue Form

Science of Animals Fair Registration WHY SHOW AT COUNTY FAIR?
Live County Fair Exhibits
This is a common question. County Fair, one of Redwood
Navigating Livestock and Horse Judging Events County 4-H highlights of the year, is an excellent time for
4-H youth to show case what they have learned by
Fair Entry, Parking, Stalling your animal, Health completing a project and creating their exhibit.
Inspections, Animal Care Expectation, Species Shows,
Owner/Leaser Guideline, Showmanship Information, Youth will discuss their project with project experts giving
Superintendent Contact youth a chance to further solidify their learning through the
art of learning to have a conversation with a caring adult.
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (LQA & E)
Youth will learn valuable life skills including interviewing,
2020 youth grades 6+ needing LQA & E must complete how to complete a project from start to finish, how to
this requirement using the online process outlined here. showcase the skills they have learned, and so much more.
Youth will qualify for registration reimbursement when
using the Bring It Back Form. Contact 4-H Office for LEARN BY DOING:
details.
The 4-H slogan is the educational philosophy of the 4-H
I will let you know if/when in person LQA & E trainings program. Since young people learn best when they are
become available otherwise feel free to look into the actively involved in the learning process, 4-H programs are
online training. designed to provide hands-on experiences that are
reinforced through personal and group reflection and
Bring It Back Form (View All Downloads) application “do-reflect-apply.” This research-based
educational methodology is called “Experiential Learning.”
Redwood County 4-H Ribbon Auction
Redwood County 4-H Ribbon Auction Form WHY PROJECTS?

Form is due to the 4-H Office by Thursday of County “PROJECT COMPLETION WILL HELP YOUTH
Fair. NO forms or updates will be accepted after 5 pm ATTAIN LIFE SKILLS”
on Friday of County Fair.
Life skills are the long-term benefits youth gain from
Dog Project Judging Events/Schedule participating in 4-H. The term “skill” here means more
than physical abilities such as writing, sewing, and
Science of Animals – Live Animal Exhibits athletic achievement. It includes a combination of
acting, telling, problem solving, planning, budgeting,
Beef and so much more. Youth learn by doing.
Dairy
Dog 4
Goat – Dairy and Meat
Horse
Alpaca/Lama
Poultry
Rabbit
Sheep
Swine

WHAT ARE 4-H PROJECTS?  Does the 4-H office have information or kits I
can borrow? (We Do! Please give a call!)
4-H You Tube Video About Projects
4-H Project Vs Exhibit Tip Sheet HOW TO GET STARTED ON 4-H
PROJECTS
(View all in Downloads Section)
Project Step By Step Tool Kit
4-H Projects are an important part of the entire 4-H
experience. Projects are experiences that help 4-H’ers (View All in Downloads Section)
learn to make decisions and serve as the “foundation
tool” for helping young people develop life skills. 4-H Video Project How To
MN 4-H PROJECT RESOURCES
These life skills are gained by learning through doing. Pick A Project
This means that youth will gain valuable knowledge by You will find many project areas within Minnesota
exploring different project areas. 4-H. Find the areas that are most interesting to
you. The link above will take you to the MN 4-H
Remember: When selecting a project, the member website that has all our project areas listed.
should talk it over with their parent(s) or guardian. Research Your Chosen Project Area(s)
Parents, do not decide for your children, but help them We have included several links throughout this
decide. Remember, decision making is one of many publication to take you to more information. The
important life skills young people can develop in 4-H. biggest thing to remember is this is your project
and should be something in which you are
Project VS Exhibit- What is the difference? interested.
Narrow Your Focus
Think of a project as the act of learning and gain Once you have researched your project area you
experience about a subject or topic of interest. An will need to narrow your focus area. For example,
exhibit is the physical or tangible result of your project if you are planning to complete a project in vet
learning. The exhibit is what is used to showcase your science, you will decide on a specific topic such as
project learning. Often the words project and exhibit How to Care for a Dog with Diabetes or How To
are used interchangeably. Brush Your Dogs Teeth.
Identify Tasks Needed To Learn About Your
Types of 4-H Projects: Specific Project.
We strongly recommend completing activities that
Each project area is identified toward the end of provide hands-on experience whenever possible.
this publication. Each area will include
requirements for exhibiting at the County Fair, 5
exhibit ideas or suggestions, and project resources.

Questions to Ask Yourself When Selecting
Projects:

 Is this a project I like or think I will like?
 Will this project cost money? How much is

this project going to cost? Where will I get
the money?
 Is the space and equipment I will need to
complete this project available?
 How much time will it take?
 Is there someone who can help me if I need
it?

Complete Your Project HOW ARE FAIR EXHIBITS JUDGED?
Your project is the tangible end result of what you
have learned from an experiential learning stand You Tube Video on Project Judging
point. Resources for Minnesota 4-H will help you
identify different project ideas. See the project County Fair provides many opportunities for
resource links under each project area on our youth involved in 4-H to learn and grow. While
website for more information. exhibiting 4-H projects at the fair is certainly not a
requirement of membership, it is a wonderful way
Showcase Your Project for young people to showcase and receive
In Redwood County, our largest showcase event is feedback and recognition for their work. Visit with
the Redwood County Fair. Here, youth will meet 4-H staff or your club leader to learn more about
with their project judge and discuss what they have 4-H opportunities at the fair in your county.
learned while doing their project. See information Amount of time spent with your judge will vary
on exhibits to help you prepare for your showcase upon the topic, information the 4-H’er is
event. providing, and the questions of the judge.
Need Help or Computer Access? Check with
your local libraries or give us a call and we will set How much time should I plan for general project
you up in our office to use the computer during our judging?
office hours. 507-637-4025 A good estimate is 20-30 minutes per project.
Other Project Resources: Remember you may have to stand in line. It is
okay to look for shorter lines in other projects you
 PROJECT TIP SHEETS are taking to county fair. You can always go
 LOW COST PROJECT IDEAS back to the judge with the long line.
If judging time is near closing and you have a
TIP: Use the premium book to help you project that needs judging, but are in a different
identify project areas of interest. If you line waiting, it is the 4-H member’s responsibility
cannot find what you are looking for give (or your designee) to let that judge know you are
the 4-H office a call at 507-637-4025 planning to meet with the judge as soon as you
can.
Example of Wildlife and Wetlands Project Topic
Area 4-H static/general projects are judged in a
conference
Conference judging is a conversation between
the judge and the 4-H’er. It is a chance for you to
explain to a judge what you have learned from
your project experience. It allows time to ask a
judge questions that you may have about your
project.

What can I expect during conference judging?
The interview is as important as the exhibit itself:
an equal “weight” is given on the actual exhibit
and on the conference—50/50.
The judge, who is knowledgeable in the project
area, determines the ribbon placing.
Judges will observe, question, listen and
challenge you.

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Judges offer encouraging and constructive Cloverbud programs are age-appropriate
feedback, as well as suggestions on how to  Fun, positive, activity-centered
further explore the project area.  Focused on developing life skills through
How are Cloverbuds (Youth Grades K-2) judged? the experiential learning cycle – see
The Cloverbud program provides opportunities to page 10.
explore and actively learn in a noncompetitive  Non-competitive
environment. Developmental research supports  Emphasize cooperative learning
noncompetitive activities and participation  Safe for children and designed to
recognition. manage risk

 You have a judge just for your projects. MINNESOTA 4-H CLOVERBUD POLICY
 The judge may ask you to tell them about
HOW CAN PARENTS/GUARDIANS HELP
your project. WITH PROJECTS?
 The judge may ask you questions about
You are an important part of the 4-H Program. Here
the project and give your ideas for next are some suggestions to help your child have an
year’s project. exciting and educational experience:
 You will receive a recognition ribbon for
Cloverbuds.  Advise your child in the selection of projects.
 Show your interest and enthusiasm for the
CLOVERBUDS AND PROJECTS
projects he/she selected.
 You Tube Video: Cloverbuds and
Projects  Help guide your child with their projects and
let your 4-H’er do the work. Youth–led,
In Redwood County 4-H, we recommend limiting adult- guided is our motto!
your Cloverbud youth to 10 projects during
Redwood County Fair. Projects are interesting  Assist your child in getting to meetings and
and lots of fun for our Kindergarten through other events. Parents are encouraged to
second graders and they also need to present attend local club meetings and county-wide
their projects to a judge, which can take a lot of events with their children to learn alongside
focus to be a good experience. We have found them and gather information.
10 projects for most Cloverbuds is plenty of
talking time with our judges and not too much to  Be informed by reading the 4-H information
make the process uncomfortable for our sent to your family and by asking questions
youngest 4-H’ers. when unclear. Volunteer to assist with club
events and activities when possible.

 Share your knowledge and lead a project
lesson

 You are important and your time is important.
A little help goes a long way and is greatly
appreciated!

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Clothing Day: This is an event giving the 4-H’er Conference Judging: 4-H members in Redwood
the opportunity to showcase their skills in the County will meet one on one with their project judge.
clothing project area. Judges will come together The 4-H member will discuss their project and
to judge all aspects of the clothing project area. describe the process of how they completed their
We typically run this event prior to County Fair to project to the judge. The judge will award ribbon
allow youth time and a place to change their placings based on overall quality of the project and
clothes and complete the judging process. the 4-H member interview.
All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the
Cloverbuds: Cloverbuds are youth in kindergarten judge.
through second grade. Cloverbuds can only Project judging criteria:
participate in non-competitive events.
 Exhibit quality………………...…..25%
Club Project: Any project the club as a whole decides  Educational Value………….........25%
to do for the coming year.  Knowledge & ability to explain….50%

Community Pride Project: This club project gives the Copyright Law and Infringement:
members a chance to work together on a worthwhile Copyright is a form of protection given to authors and
community service project. Past projects have creators of “original” work. Original work includes a
included building benches for the fairgrounds, helping person’s ideas captured in writing or as an image,
senior citizens, making 4-H club banners, historical photograph, song, audio recording, or visual recording.
programs, community clean-up. These projects are All original work – including information found on the
judged at Redwood County Fair. web – is subject to copyright protection. The
author/creator has exclusive rights to reproduce,
distribute, display, perform or make derivative works.
Before using another person’s work as a part of your
4-H exhibit, be sure that the work is subject to fair use,
has a creative commons license or that you have
requested and received permission (in writing) to use
the original work. If an exhibit infringes on copyright
law, a decision may need to be made to remove the
exhibit from display at the county or state fair.

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Demonstration Day: This is an event giving a 4-H'er the name of the county and the
the opportunity to demonstrate in front of an name of the 4-H’er.
audience. State Fair trips are selected for 4-H
members who have completed 6th grade or above. o If an exhibit has multiple pieces,
Ribbons are awarded and premiums are given to the please label them 1 of 4, 2 of 4, 3 of
demonstrator if the demonstration is repeated at the 4, 4 of 4, etc.
Redwood County Fair.
 4-H exhibits at the Minnesota State Fair are
entered and displayed at the risk of the
exhibitor. We will do our best to maintain the
highest possible level of safety for projects

 4-H’ers who have exhibits of great
sentimental and/or monetary value should
carefully consider whether such exhibits
should be exposed to the hazards of the fair.

 All exhibits are on display for the duration of
the entire fair with the exception of live pets.

 Pet Projects must include a poster about
your pet which will remain at the fair. Pets
go home following judging night.

Education/Science Tri-Fold Exhibits: Fair Entry: Fair entry is our computer program we
 Must Measure — 12” deep x 24” wide x 36” use to register for Redwood County Fair. You will
high. see many projects in the resource booklet have
 Center back 24” wide x 36” high, right and numbers by them. These numbers will match the
left wings each 12” wide x 36” high numbers listed in the Redwood County Premium
Book. They are to help youth sign up for the correct
Science Fair Exhibits: age group under each project area.
 Must fit into size requirements as stated
above Foods Review Judging Day: This is an event
 Exhibitors are encouraged to use their giving a 4-H’er the opportunity to showcase multiple
Science Fair Exhibits in the 4-H project skills centered on food and nutrition. 4-H’er will
areas. develop a menu, a place setting both centered on a
theme. The 4-H’er will develop a budget and cost per
Exhibit: serving as well as prepare one item from their menu
 Poster exhibits may not exceed 22” wide x for the judge to taste and complete the review
28” high. Can be smaller. process.
 Three dimensional displays may not exceed
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 All exhibits should be labeled with the name
of the county/tribal community and the name
of the 4-H’er.
o If the exhibit has multiple pieces,
each piece should be labeled with

Performing Arts Day: This is an event giving the 4- Showcase events include: Judging Day events,
H’er the opportunity to showcase their skills in any Redwood County Fair, Minnesota State Fair, Share
given performance area. Typically, we combine this The Fun, Demonstration Days, Science of Agriculture
with the service of entertainment for a local elder care Challenge, and Design Challenge events.
facility. Tenants enjoy watching our youth throughout
their performance. This event is typically held the Species Shows: Animal science projects showcase
week of County Fair on a day prior to general project events include interviews with judges during general
judging. or static project judging events.

Project Dismissal: This refers to Redwood County In the case of youth showcasing their live animal
Fair and the completion of our showcase event. projects such as livestock, dog, and/or horse projects
Projects can be picked up at an established time by youth will complete their interview with a species
either the 4-H’er or their designee. Project dismissal expert in or near their barn. Showmanship and the
times are non-negotiable at this time. species show where youth showcase their animal
Records Judging: New! In 2020. We are offering and compete for species champions is part of our
youth the opportunity to complete project records County Fair process. Shows are held on specific
very similar to the current County Fair project booklet days and times. Refer to the county fair schedule for
that most youth complete to illustrate their project details.
progression. This year this project booklet will be
judged on its own merit competing for ribbons and University of Minnesota Extension, Youth Development
champions. Your booklet after judging the record will Information
be placed with your project. Essentially, you have
two projects in one! More information for your Project Work Step By Step and 4-H Projects Vs Exhibits
reference will be included in this document. By: Brian McNeil, Amy Nelson, MaryAnn Anderson, and
Stephanie Grimes
Showcase Event: A showcase event is where our
4-H youth show the skills they have learned by doing Redwood County 4-H Premium Book
their project. In Redwood County we have several Updated 4/21/2020 SJ
judging events where our youth can showcase what
they have learned by verbalizing and reflecting on
what they have learned, what went well with their
project, what were some of the challenges of their
project, what they may choose to do differently next
time, and more.

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