2019 Premium OL Book Revised-3

CLUB ACTIVITIES and PROJECTS

CLUB BANNER COMMUNITY PRIDE - Club
V – 1 – 1 * Club Banner V - 1 - 2* Community Pride

Two banners will be selected for State Fair exhibit. One exhibit will be selected for State Fair.

Requirement: Requirements:
-Banner must be 3' x 5' and designed to hang -The exhibit may include a three-sided display, video,
vertically. or other visual method which visually highlights the
-It must be completed and equipped with a dowel entire project or certain parts in a manner which tells
and ready for hanging. (minimum size 3’ x 8”) the public what positive effects the project had on the
-Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one community.
or two-sided. -Two club youth who participated in the project may
-Club name on 3 x 5 card pinned to back. (Any represent the club in conference judging.
assembly technique can be used.)

CLUB Booth CLUB SCRAPBOOK
V - 1 - 3 Club Booth V – 1 – 4 Club Scrapbook

Requirement: Requirement
-the booth should depict an area of work or program of - Show and explain your club activities and
current emphasis in your club participate in community and county events.
-the booth could be uses as a recruiting message for
new members
-booth size is 8’ wide x 7’ deep x 6’ high

Club Flower Box CLUB Project
V - 1 - 6 Club Project
V - 1 - 5 Flower Box
Guidelines
Guidelines -May be poster, display or notebook on a club project
-Everyone in the club must be entered in the project
-May have any type of plant or flowers -These exhibits will be conference judged
-May not include flowers or plants consider invasive -This is not a community pride project
-Clubs are to take flower box home after fair
-Clubs are conference judged on entry day

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Static/General
Project Information

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Static/General Information for Exhibitors at Redwood County Fair

 4-H Members must be actively enrolled in Redwood County 4-H. Enrollment is determined by the final enrollment records on
file in Mn.4honline.com.

o 4-H Online is where you enrolled your child/family into Mn 4-H and Redwood County 4-H. This is where animal
science members enter their animal ID information.

o People/Animal ID focused.

 All 4-H project entries must be entered into FairEntry.com by the project entry deadline.

o Fair Entry is the website you will enter the project areas you are intending to complete for conference judging at
Redwood County fair.

o Project focused.

 All 4-H project exhibits are to be the work of the individual exhibitor during the current 4-H year.

 Late project entries made after the project entry deadline will result in:

o 4-H’er and project are allowed to go through the educational conference judging process and receive a ribbon.
o Late project entries will be eligible for premium money and participation in the Livestock Auction.
o Late project entries will NOT be eligible for state fair trips, champions of any level, (trophies, etc.)
o See Competitive Events: Deadlines, Consequences and Exemptions

 Judges will award blue, red & white ribbon placings based on the overall quality of the project and the knowledge of the
exhibitor regardless of the number of exhibits in the lot or division. Judging is based 50% on exhibitors knowledge & 50% on
completed project. Judges decisions are final.

o Fashion Revue participants will all receive green participation ribbons.
o Clothing Court of Honor members will receive special recognition during the fashion show held on Sunday of

Redwood County Fair.
o See livestock information for specifics in Animal Science Areas.

CONFERENCE JUDGING: 4-H members in Redwood County will meet one on one with their project judge.
The 4-H member will discuss their project and describe the process of how they completed their project to the judge.
The judge will award ribbon placings based on overall quality of the project and the 4-H member interview.

 4-H members are expected to attend conference judging to receive project premiums.

 4-H members not present for conference judging will not be eligible for State Fair trip in 2019.

 4-H members may attend alternative judging time IF they are attending an educational program such as

leading a camp.

 Emergency situations may constitute an exception to this rule. These cases will be reviewed by the 4-H

Advisory board before a final decision can be made.

 A one page story describing what you learned in your project work should accompany the exhibit if the

member is unable to be present for Conference Judging.

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Copyright Law and Infringement:
Copyright is a form of protection given to authors and creators of “original” work. Original work includes a person’s ideas
captured in writing or as an image, photograph, song, audio recording, or visual recording.
All original work – including information found on the 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.

Label Your Projects!
 All pieces of an exhibit must be labeled with name, address, age, club and project.
 Include other information as appropriate for the project if needed
 Exhibitors can sew labels to fabric or tape to wood or other materials.
 Remember July can be quite humid. This process is very helpful to ensure projects get back to their owners.

Exhibits
 Poster exhibits may not exceed 22” wide x 28” high.
 Three dimensional displays may not exceed 12” deep x 24” wide x 36” high.
 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 the name of the county and the name of the 4-
H’er.
o If an exhibit has multiple pieces, please label them 1 of 4, 2 of 4, 3 of 4, 4 of 4, etc.
 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:
 Must Measure - 12” deep x 24” wide x 36” high.
 Center back 24” wide x 36” high, right and left wings each 12” wide x 36” high
 All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the judge. Project judging criteria:
Exhibit quality…………………..25%
Educational Value………….........25%
Knowledge & ability to explain…50%

Science Fair Exhibits:
 Must fit into size requirements as stated above
 Exhibitors are encouraged to use their Science Fair Exhibits in the 4-H project areas.

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Pet Project Area: This project area is considered a static or general project.
 Exhibitors may bring their pet to Static/General Judging IF:
o your animal must be in good health and have required shots up to date but they do not need to be entered into 4-H Online.
o Your pet must be kenneled appropriately for the safety of the animal and the other 4-H participants - it may not run freely.
o Pets must be under control when showing it to the judge
o Cloverbuds (youth grades K-2nd) may not be in control or holding their pet. This is strictly enforced - again for the safety of the

pet, the cloverbud, and others around you.

o Please note pets are allowed on grounds for static/general judging night only. After your judging is complete pets must stay

home and are not allowed back onto the fairgrounds.

o Pets that are not controlled, barking excessively, or are otherwise distracting will need to go home
o Pets may not be stored or kenneled in your vehicle during the judging process and have access to water especially in hot

weather.

Judging Time Frame:
 Static/General Judging begins at 3:00 pm and ends at 7:30 pm
 4-H Exhibitors in line for judging at 7:30 pm will be judged. Plan your time accordingly. Exhibitors needing assistance should
let 4-H staff know if you think you are running out of time due to long lines.
 Each year we split the county to help reduce lines. That information is available in the County Fair Judging Schedule. If your
assigned time does not work due to prior commitments please adjust your time within the open judging time frames.
 Animal Science judging occurs during species shows and assigned interview times. Each species superintendent will host a
meeting to help species participants know your scheduled times for judging. More information also available in the County
Fair Judging Schedule.

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Demonstrations

All demonstrations will be judged at Redwood County Fair

DEMONSTRATIONS- -Demonstrations are an oral presentation that includes actually
O – 1 – 1* Grade 9+ Individual (10-15 mins) demonstrating the hands-on steps required to accomplish a task or process.
O – 1 – 2* Grade 9+ Team (15-25 mins) This most often includes the use of physical objects and actual doing or
O – 1 – 3* Grade 6-8 Individual (10-15 mins) showing. For example, a demonstration could involve using bedding plants,
O – 1 – 4* Grade 6-8 Team (15-25 mins) potting soil and related items to demonstration how to plant a flower pot. At
O – 1 – 5 Grade 3-5 Individual (3-5 mins) the end of the Demonstration there should be something of a “finished
O – 1 – 6 Grade 3-5 Team (3-5 mins) product”. Demonstrations may also include the use of supporting visuals
O – 1 – 7 Cloverbud Individual like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Supporting visuals can
O – 1 – 8 Cloverbud Team include technology based options like presentation software (i.e. MS
PowerPoint). However, the focus of the Demonstration should be on the
“doing”, not the supporting visuals.

ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATIONS Illustrated Presentations are an oral presentation that presents an idea,
concept, viewpoint or experience in an education or informative format. For
O – 3 – 1* Grades 9+ - Individual example, an Illustrated Presentation could be a report on leadership lessons
O – 3 – 2* Grades 9+ - Team learned through a trip to Washington DC or an education presentation that
O – 3 – 3* Grades 6-8 Individual explores sustainable energy options. Illustrated Presentations most often
O – 3 – 4* Grades 6-8 Team consist of interaction with supporting visuals like posters, charts or overhead
O – 3 – 5 Grades 3-5 – Individual transparencies. Supporting visuals can include technology based options like
O – 3 – 6 Grades 3-5 – Team presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint). Supporting visuals may include
tangible items, but generally little or no activity takes place with them.

LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS Livestock Demonstrations using live animals.
O-2-1* Grades 9+ - Individual -Presentations that use large animals at the county level must use an alternate method if
O-2-2* Grades 9+ - Team demonstration at State Fair if during the General Encampment because facilities are not
O-2-3* Grades 6-8 – Individual available for large animals during the General Encampments.
O-2-4* Grades 6-8 – Team -Livestock exhibitors whose presentation uses large animals may be scheduled during 4-H
O-2-5 Grades 3-5 – Individual Livestock Encampment. Any animals used in the
O-2-6 Grades 3-5 – Team presentation are the responsibility of the 4-H’er.
-4-H lama demonstrations will be scheduled during the Lama Encampment.
-Presentations may use small animals. Animals can only be present in the 4-H Building for
the duration of the presentation. There are no facilities for extended care of the animal.
Please check with the Special Activities Office prior to leaving home for details on getting
small animals through the State

Fair admission gates.

YOUTH IN ACTION DEMONSTRATIONS Youth in Action presentations are interactive, continuous presentations that are
approximately 45 - 50 minutes in length. Topics selected for a Youth in Action
O – 4 – 1* Grades 9+ - Individual demonstration may be related to a project in which the member is enrolled or to any other
O – 4 – 2* Grades 9+ - Team area of interest or expertise the member has. Involving the audience in the process is the
O – 4 – 3* Grades 6-8 – Individual primary focus of Youth in Action and constitutes a major portion of the evaluation results.
O – 4 – 4* Grades 6-8 – Team
O – 4 – 5 Grades 3-5 – Individual
O – 4 – 6 Grades 3-5 - Team

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Other Demonstration Information

Demonstration / Illustrated presentations may be related to any project that the member is enrolled in or to any area of
interest or expertise the 4-Her has. Presentations may be an individual or a two-person team. Individual presentations shall
not exceed 15 minutes in length and team presentations should not exceed 25 minutes in length.
Presentation Software (i.e. MS PowerPoint) may be used for both Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks. If Presentation
Software is used in a Demonstration, the presentation software should supplement the Demonstration (hands on
demonstration should still be the basis of the entry). If used for an Illustration Talk, the presentation software can be the
basis for the entire talk; however the member must interact with the presentation and information – not just step to the side
and let the presentation play. (Self-presenting entries created with presentation software should be burned on to a DVD
and entered in the “Video” class.)
If presentation software is utilized, judging will include the effective use of the software. For information on effectively using
visuals in presentations and/0r presentation software please see http://www:mn4H.org/programs/software_presentation
SPECIAL NOTE: If presentation software is utilized in either a Demonstration or an Illustrated Talk, the 4-her is responsible
for securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the
responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging.
NOTE: 4-H’ers who complete a Public Presentation at the State Fair will receive a $30 cash award. These payments are
made in October. 4-H’ers must be grade eligible to participate at the State Fair.

Demonstration Tool Kit: https://local.extension.umn.edu/local/redwood/4-h

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DEMONSTRATION INFORMATION SHEET

Please Return by June 12, 2019
Email: [email protected]

or mail to Redwood County 4-H, PO Box 130, Redwood Falls Mn 56283
Name_________________________________________________________________________

Address_______________________________________________________________________

Club__________________________________________________________________________

Phone_______________________________ Age___________________________

I would like to participate in County Demonstration Day on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 3:30 pm.

**Please refer to your premium book for complete descriptions of Demonstration & Illustrated
Presentation.

I will be giving:

_______ Cloverbud

_______ Mini Demonstration (grades 3-5) (3-5 minutes)

_______ Individual Demonstration (10-15 minutes)

_______ Team Demonstration, (15-25 min) my partner(s) are ___________________________

_______ Illustrated Presentation

_______ Youth-In-Action (45-50 min)

_______ Livestock Demonstration (3:00 pm Saturday July 20, 2019)
 To be eligible for a state fair livestock demonstration, you must use a live animal.

PROJECT AREA _____________________________________________________________

TITLE _______________________________________________________________________

TIME: Demonstrations will begin at 3:30 pm in the Exhibit Building. Those using livestock for
demonstrations, will complete their demonstration in the livestock arena. Livestock Demonstrations will begin
at 3:00 pm.

Equipment: We will provide a computer, small screen, microphone, and small table if requested. Livestock
demonstrations we will provide a microphone if requested.

Remember to sign up in Fair Entry for your demonstration!

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Performing Arts

Monday, July 15, 2019
Garnett Gardens, Redwood Falls Mn
9:30 a.m. Registration 10:00 am Judging Begins

Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________
Phone # ________________________________ Age: _________ Grade: _________________
I will be performing: ___________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name: ________________________________________________________
Home Town: ________________________________Club ______________________________
Information about You:
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
Information about your project:
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________

**We will supply a Piano, Microphone & Music Stand at judging

Remember to sign up on FairEntry. Send or email this form into the Extension Office by 6/12/2019.
Mail: PO Box 130, Redwood Falls MN 56283 Email: [email protected]

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Clothing/Fashion Revue Day

Monday, July 15, 2019
United Methodist Church, Redwood Falls

8:30 – 12:30 p.m.

Name: ________________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________

Phone # ___________________________Age: ____________________ Grade: ____________

Fashion Revue Biography:

Parent/Guardian Name: __________________________________________________________

Home Town: _____________________________________ Club _________________________

Information About You:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________

Information About Your Project:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________

**Fashion Revue judging: You are judged by the way you present yourself and talk about your project with
the judge
**Fashion Show: Showcasing your project(s) to the community during the Fashion Show on Sunday during
county fair. Please Note: If enrolled in Fashion Revue, you are expected to participate in the Fashion Show at
County fair. Court of Honor is awarded during the fashion show at county fair.

Remember to sign up in FairEntry. Send or Email this form to the Extension Office by 6/12/2019. Mail:
PO Bx 130, Redwood Falls MN 56283 or email: [email protected]

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STATIC or GENERAL 4-H PROJECTS

State Fair Eligible Projects have an * after the number (i.e. 1-1-2*)

4-H ADVENTURES Requirements:
U-10-1* Grade 9+ - This area is for youth who want to exhibit work learned through participation in a 4-H
Adventure program, 4-H enrichment programs, or 4-H after school programs.
U-10-2* Grade 6-8

U-10-3 Grade 3-5

U-10-4 Grades K-2

AEROSPACE Requirements:
R - 10 - 1* Grade 9+
R - 10 - 2* Grade 6-8 - Flyable models should be ready for flight (do not include fuel); recovery system
R - 10 - 3 Grade 3-5 should be in place and operative.
R – 10 – 4 Cloverbud - Members should be familiar with safety codes.
Exhibit Suggestions:

- Flyable models built from kit or your own design.
- Non flyable models built from kit or your own design.
- Display of other equipment needed for aerospace project.
- A rocket launch
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/aerospace

AGRONOMY You will notice that some projects are currently listed as “County project Only”. If they do become
eligible for state fair trips, we will let you know.
AGRICULTURAL https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects/4-h-crop-and-plant-
TECHNOLOGY science-project

R – 110 – 14* Grade 9+ Exhibit Suggestions:
R – 110 – 15* Grade 6-8 - A display or presentation highlighting the technology used in agriculture such as GPS tools,
R – 110 – 16 Grade 3-5 drone use, implement technology, yield mapping, genetic engineering, seed traits,
R – 110 – 17 Cloverbud agricultural chemistry, precision agriculture, on-farm research, side by side trials. etc

CORN Requirements:
- Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have
R - 110 - 1* Grade 9+ interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or
R - 110 - 2* Grade 6-8 previous growing season.
R - 110 - 3 Grade 3-5 - Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety, soil and agronomy information for the crop.
R – 110 – 7 Cloverbud - Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- A two-quart exhibit of shelled corn, places in a clear two-quart jar or 2 clear one-quart jars.
-A display of ears of dent corn, consisting of 6-10 years of corn of the same variety.
- An educational display illustrating plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, plant
part identification, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant
disease, etc. of corn.

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FORAGES Requirements:
-Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have
R – 330 – 9* Grade 9+
R – 330 – 10* Grade 6-8 interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or
R – 330 – 11 Grade 3-5 previous growing season.
R – 330 – 12 Cloverbud
-Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process

Exhibit Suggestions:
-a dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle or in a sample 4-6 inch slab of a bale of forage.

Forages include alfalfa, warm season grasses, cool season grasses, sorghum, native grasses, silage, etc.
It is recommended that a sample analysis of your forage accompanies the sample. (Kits from DHIA are
available at the Extension Office, http://www.stearnsdhialab.com/)

-An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas nutritional analysis of feedstuff,
plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and
food production, examples of a plant disease, etc., of a forage.

PLANT & SOIL SCIENCE Exhibit Suggestions:
R – 330 – 1* Grade 9+ -Take soil samples and compare soil analysis
R – 330 – 2* Grade 6-8 -An exhibit showing different varieties of forages, cover crops, ect. (seed or plant)
R – 330 – 3 Grade 3-5 -A plant life cycle exhibit highlighting the growth of a plant from seed to a mature plant.
R – 330 – 4 Cloverbud
SPECIALTY CROPS Requirements
R – 330 – 5* Grade 9+ -Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have
R – 330 – 6* Grade 6-8
R – 330 – 7 Grade 3-5 interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or
R – 330 – 8 Cloverbud previous growing season.

SMALL GRAINS -Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety
R – 110 – 4* Grade 9+ -Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
R – 110 – 5* Grade 6-8
R – 110 – 6 Grade 3-5 Exhibit Suggestions:
R – 110 – 8 Cloverbud -An adequate sample of a specialty crop such as sugar beets, edible beans, black beans, kidney

SOY BEANS beans, field produced sweet corn, peas, carrots, potatoes, popcorn, etc. Dried products should be in a two-
R-110-10* Grade 9+ quart jar; fresh products on a plate or a flat box.
R-110-11* Grade 6-8
R-110-12 Grade 3-5 -An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth
R-110-13 Cloverbud factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant
disease, etc. of a specialty crop.
Requirements:

-Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have
interviewed the produce4r about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or
previous growing season.

-Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions:
-A two=quart exhibit of any small grain variety must be placed in a clear two-quart jar or 2 clear

one-quart jars. This could include wheat, oats, rye, barley, etc.
-An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth

factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant
disease, etc. of a small grain.
Project Ideas:
-Grow soybeans in container, garden, or field. Experiment with different soil types, fertilizer, seed
variations, light variations, water variation. Label your samples and include variety
-Must be grown by you
-Discuss use of product grown. If your project does not turn out create a poster of what happened and
why.

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WEEDS & PESTS Exhibit suggestions:

R – 110 – 18* Grade 9+ -A display or presentation highlighting any current pests in agriculture or horticulture. Could
R – 110 – 19* Grade 6-8 include their life cycle, prevention or treatment, their impact on the plant, etc.
R – 110 – 20 Grade 3-5
R – 110 – 21 Cloverbud -A weed display or book identifying different weeds in agriculture or horticulture. Highlight one

weed in depth, a class of weeds (such as grasses or broad leaves) or a collection of different weeds.
Could include identification details, life cycle, weed control, the impact on crop production. etc.

**NOTE: Do not include live or dried noxious week samples in your display (check
current listing at
https://www.mda.state.mn.us/plants/pestmnagement/weedcontrol/noxiouslist.aspx.
If you are bringing in a sample of weeds and/or seeds, put it in a sealed container.

BICYCLE Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display showing types of bikes, parts of a bike, maintenance, traffic rules, bicycling
R - 20 - 1* Grade 9+ hazards, how to wear a helmet, equipment used to teach others about bike repair or
R - 20 - 2* Grade 6-8 first aid, etc.
R - 20 - 3 Grade 3-5 - Notebook or picture story of a bike rodeo or other bike event you helped with, or
R – 20 – 4 Cloverbud research on some other aspect of bicycling that was presented to a class or
service club.
CAT Grade 9+
R - 30 - 1* Grade 6-8 https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-healthy-living-projects
R - 30 - 2* Grade 3-5 http://florida4h.org/projects/Bicycle%202.pdf
R - 30 - 3 Cloverbud Exhibit Suggestions:
R – 30 – 4
- Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams, pictures, posters.
CITIZENSHIP
R - 50 - 1* Grade 9+ - Care of cats
R – 50 - 2* Grade 6-8
R - 50 - 3 Grade 3-5 - Members must have a photograph of themselves with their cat shown on
R – 50 – 4 Cloverbud
display or poster.

- Live animals is not part of this project.
https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-animal-science
Exhibit Suggestions:

- 3-ring binder, report binder or 3-sided display reporting on community projects and/or
citizenship activities which you or your club completed under your leadership. Include
plans of action as well as the evaluation of each.
- A written narrative and/or visual communication presentation of 8 to 10 minutes, using
photos, video and/or slides, to show how you worked with others in your community to
solve problems.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-civic-engagement-and-leadership-projects

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CHILD & FAMILY Requirements:
DEVELOPMENT
- Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss, in conference judging, the age and
R - 40 - 1* Grade 9+ other characteristics of the child for whom the exhibit is intended and how the
R – 40 - 2* Grade 6-8 exhibit contributes to the child's growth, development, and well-being.
R - 40 - 3 Grade 3-5 - If the exhibit is designed to be interactive with children, the item is to be used
R – 40 – 4 Cloverbud with children before exhibiting and a photograph of this activity must accompany
the exhibit. Signs of use will not detract from the placing of the exhibit.
Exhibit Suggestions:

- Toy, game, puzzle, puppets, art/craft materials, etc., made from new or
recycled/throw-away material.
- Babysitting kit/travel kit/rainy day kit, including at least one item made by
exhibitor.
- Original book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook, audio or video tape and

narrative, activity book, safety manual for children, file about children and/or
families.
- Scrapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc., on family heritage with
description of what was learned about self and family.
- A creatively developed program and/or item used for or with a person with a
special need (gifted, developmentally delayed, physically impaired, etc.).
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-family-consumer-science-projects

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ALL CLOTHING AND TEXTILES, Pre-fair Judging Event. See Judging Schedule
NEEDLE ARTS, AND QUILTING, https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-family-consumer-science-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-
Clothes You Make: projects
R – 60 – 1* Grade 9+ -Each garment should include an information tag listing: pattern company name
R – 60 – 2* Grade 6-8 and number, fiber content of fabric and care instructions.
R – 60 – 3 Grade 3-5 -Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned and
R – 60 – 13 Cloverbud pressed before exhibiting.
-Items constructed should be appropriate for skill level and experience of exhibitor.
Clothes You Buy: Grade 9+ Exhibit Suggestions:
Grade 6-8 -A project such as a tote bag, chef’s apron, skirt with elastic waistband, backpack,
R – 60 – 4* Grade 3-5 etc.,
R – 60 – 5* Cloverbud -A constructed garment made from a pattern
R – 60 – 6 -Creative sewing such as wearable art, costume, or use of techniques such as
R – 60 – 14 knitting, cross-stitch, etc incorporated into garment.
-Clothing or textiles display showing a "fact" or "why" related to clothing selection,
Non-Garment Exhibits care.
R – 60 – 7* Grade 9 -Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color photo of original garment and
R – 60 – 8* Grade 6-8 explanation of steps used.
R – 60 – 9 Grade 3- The purchased garment or outfit must be accompanied by an 8-1/2"x 11" binder
R – 60 – 15 Cloverbuds with, at minimum, the following information:

Clothes You Recycle a) Colored photo of member wearing the garment. Label photo with name,
R – 60 – 10 Grade 9+ county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes.
R – 60 – 11 Grade 6-8 b) Cost of garment. Explanation of why garment was purchased and examples
R – 60 – 12 Grade 3-5 of ways it will be used in existing wardrobe & include inventory of wardrobe.
R – 60 – 16 Cloverbud - Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned before
exhibiting.
Exhibit suggestions: - A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan.
- A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care,
Non-wearable constructed items could include but are not limited to simple home
or clothing accessory items such as pillow, apron, locker caddy, book bag, belt,
placemat, puppet, or racket cover. A sewing kit may be exhibited by first year
clothing members.
- Each item must include an information tag listing: pattern company name

and number, fiber content of fabric and care instructions, member name and
club.

- Garment must have been purchased from a second-hand source (Goodwill,
garage sale, hand-me-down, etc.)

- Garment should be clean and ready to wear for exhibit
- Information tag should include purchase price and details in “recycled

steps.”
Exhibit suggestions:

- Retro garment updated
- Garment changed by embellishments or other constructed method
- Garment changed to meet personal needs in style
Garment repaired to be wearable again.

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Fashion Revue Clothes You Make Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased
R – 61 – 1* Grades 9+ as a part of their 4-H clothing project.

R – 61 – 2* Grade 6-8 Participants must participate in Fashion Revue at County Fair.
R – 61 – 3 Grade 3-5
R – 61 – 10 Cloverbud

Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased
R – 61 – 4* Grade 9+ as a part of their 4-H clothing project.
R - 61 – 5* Grade 6-8
R - 61 – 6 Grade 3-5 Participants must participate in Fashion Revue at County Fair
R – 61 – 14 Cloverbud
Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased
Fashion Revue Clothes You as a part of their 4-H clothing project.
Recycle
Participants must participate in Fashion Revue at County Fair
R – 61 - 7 Grade 9+
R – 61 - 8 Grade 6-8 -Each item should include information listing: pattern book & name, fiber content
R – 61 - 9 Grade 3-5 of fabric & batting & care instructions. If not hand tied by the 4-Her, state who
R – 61 –15 Cloverbud hand/machine quilted the final project. (NOTE: depending on skill level of 4-Her,
someone else may do the final quilting).
QUILTING Exhibit Suggestions:
R – 350 - 1* Grade 9+
R – 350 - 2* Grade 6-8 - A quilted item or Repair of an old quilt
R – 350 - 3 Grade 3-5 - A display showing the history of quilting, fabrics and patterns used in quilting,
R – 350 – 4 Cloverbud

NEEDLE ARTS Requirements:
R - 290 - 1*Grade 9+
R - 290 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Each exhibit must include a consumer information tag, if appropriate, with the following
R - 290 - 3 Grade 3-5 information: pattern company name and number, techniques, fiber content, cost, and
R – 290 – 4 Cloverbud care instructions.
-Participant is encouraged to bring instructions/pattern
- If item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed on a wall, it should be finished and
ready to hang.
Exhibit suggestions:

- Any item made by the member using the techniques of knitting, crocheting, embroidery
and crewel, counted cross stitch, needlepoint, hardanger, hand quilting, weaving,
applique, latch hook, tatting, other.
- Consumer Product Analysis: Comparison and evaluation of materials, supplies, or

accessories used for a needle arts technique.
- Historical/Cultural Study: Story, poster, or display about a needle arts heirloom from
your family or local history museum. Exhibit must include information about how item
should be preserved.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-projects

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CONSUMER EDUCATION Requirements:
R – 90 - 1* Grade 9+ - Exhibitor should be able to explain his/her choices and the reasons for those
R – 90 - 2* Grade 6-8 choices.
R – 90 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 90 – 4 Cloverbud Exhibit Suggestions:
- Label comparison showing different types of labels and/or models of same
COMPUTER included. - Consumer comparison comparing several models of the same item,
R - 80 - 1* Grade 9+ showing feature, costs, etc., with best item selected and reasons why.
R - 80 - 2* Grade 6-8
R - 80 - 3 Grade 3-5 https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-family-consumer-science-projects
R – 80 – 4 Cloverbud https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-healthy-living-projects

CRAFT AND FINE ARTS Requirements:
CRAFTS - Computers may be used in judging, but emphasis is on documentation, screen
R - 100 - 1*Crafts - Grade 9+ print, and summary. 4-H'ers are responsible for providing and securing any
R - 100 - 2*Crafts - Grade 6-8 hardware used for judging; hardware may not be left on display.
R - 100 - 3 Crafts - Grade 3-5 - Reports and written summaries should be bound in a booklet or placed in a
R – 100 – 7 Cloverbud folder.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display showing the parts of a computer and how they work, consumer choices
involved when buying a computer, how computer software can be put to use.
Include statement of purpose, written plan for use, and examples of use.
- Program/software developed by the 4-H member including a statement of
objectives, and discussion of program. Program/software be original or adapted,
by the member, from an existing program.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects

Requirement:
- Members enrolled in Creative Arts can exhibit in both Fine Arts and Crafts.
- Craft exhibits should demonstrate ability to follow directions using steps and
procedures.
- Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements
and principles. The original art object should demonstrate exploration with
materials, tools, and/or practiced skills, which will be described by the exhibitor.
- Exhibits must be appropriately finished.
- Project exhibits must be ready for display.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced,
choose a project requiring masterful craftsmanship.
- Basket making, tie dye, beading, ceramics, leather tooling, calligraphy, etc

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-
projects

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FINE ARTS Requirements:

R - 100 - 4*Fine Arts - Grade 9+ -Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as an original fine art.
R - 100 - 5*Fine Arts - Grade 6-8 -Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements
R - 100 - 6 Fine Arts - Grade 3-5 and principles. The fine art exhibit should show proof that it is developed from the
R – 100 – 8 Cloverbud 4-Hers own ideas and imagination.
-All art objects must be appropriately finished and ready for hanging, displaying,
etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.)
Items made from your own design-must be original-example: original painting,
pottery
Exhibit Suggestions:
- For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced,
choose a project requiring mastery.
- Original work in drawing painting, sculpture, print process, textiles, pottery, etc
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-
projects

DAIRY POSTERS Posters should be 14” x 22” and promote the dairy industry.
R-510-4 Grade 9+ Posters will be displayed in the Dairy Building.
R-510-5 Grade 6-8 You will receive a free malt from the Dairy Association.
R-510-6 Grade 5 & Under Project is sponsored by Redwood County American Dairy Association
Your name is put on a list and kept at the Malt Wagon. Stop there and let them
know you completed a dairy poster

DOG (Display Only) Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 120 - 1* Grade 9+ - Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures.
- Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc.
R - 120 – 2* Grade 6-8 - Dog care or dog needs
R - 120 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 120 – 4 Cloverbud https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-animal-science

ELECTRIC Requirements:
R - 130 - 1*Grade 9+ - A wiring diagram or schematic must accompany all electric and electronic
R - 130 - 2*Grade 6-8 exhibits
R - 130 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 130 – 4 Cloverbud Exhibit Suggestions:
- Working electrical item constructed for home, yard, or farm.
- Diagram of wiring in your home/farm showing switch locations, fuse boxes, wire
size, capacities, fuse sizes, total bulk wattage, appliance wattage, number of
circuits, and type of wiring installation.
- Electronic item built from kit, plan, or own design with an explanation of what it is

and how it is used
-Display ideas: Careers in electrical field, electrical experiment (may or may not
have worked), educational display used in teaching others, etc
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
https://extension.purdue.edu/article/1670

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Engineering and Design Requirements:
Aquatic Robotics -Design and build your own remote-operated vehicle (ROV)
-Use and adapt it to monitor water quality
R – 135 – 1* Grade 9+ -Teams of at least 3 youth, or individuals may exhibit
R – 135 – 2* Grade 6-8 -Illustrate the community partnership (example: DNR, Water Resources or Lake
R – 135 – 3 Grade 3-5 Association)
R – 135 – 10 Cloverbud Exhibit Suggestions:
-Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of doing the activity/project
Engineering Design -Exhibit of ROV
R – 135 – 4* Grade 9+ -Display Showing their use in AIS education
R – 135 – 5* Grade 6-8 -Booklet showing their progression in AIS education as a team
R – 135 – 6 Grade 3-5 https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
R – 135 – 11 Cloverbud
Requirement:
-Include description of the problem/challenge being solved
-Include description of the process/steps undergone to solve problem.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of doing the activity/project
-Exhibit of engineering design product
-Display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/set/ for more information.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects

Robotics NOTE: The goal of the 4-H robotics program is for the 4-H members to explore science,
R – 135 – 7* Grade 9+ technology and engineering through designing and building a functioning robot. The
R – 135 – 8* Grade 6-8 robot can be either programmable or remove control. The robot can be created by an
R – 135 – 9 Grade 3-5 individual or a group.
R – 135 – 12 Cloverbud Requirements:
-Exhibits must be labeled with name, and county on all pieces of exhibit. Fair staff will not
be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged robots or parts.
-Include a description of the robots ability to sense, follow a plan and complete an act
-Exhibits may have a 1 page report explaining the function, purpose and construction of
the robot.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-A Robot, a display, diagrams of programming, booklets, etc
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects

https://www.ndsu.edu/fileadmin/4h/Projects/Robotics.pdf

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ENTOMOLOGY Requirements:

R - 140 - 1*Grade 9+ Insect Collection exhibits:
R - 140 - 2*Grade 6-8 A. Collections shall be contained in a class topped case; approximately 19” x 16.5” x 3”
R - 140 - 3 Grade 3-5 to 24” x 18” x 3”. Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal position.
R – 140 – 4 Cloverbud Place project label on lower right corner of glass top.
B. Specimens must be collected. Purchased insects are not acceptable.
C. Exhibitors must be the collector of the specimens in the project.
D. Specimens must be properly pinned with insect pins. Small insects may need to be
placed on cardboard points.
E. Specimens must be properly labeled. Follow specific information on pinning,
labeling, other information, see Collecting and Preserving Insects, A MN 4-H
Entomology Resource.

Non-collection Project Exhibits:
A. Emphasis of project must relate to an aspect of entomology.

B. Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss
references and sources (e.g. books, magazines, world wide web, interviews with an
expert etc.)

C. Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) will be accepted if the project can be self
sustaining for up to 14 days without care.

D. A written report or journal should accompany the project, introducing the project,
describing the process (materials and method), predicting an outcome, stating the
results, and describing any conclusions. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables or other
figures may be used.

Exhibit Suggestions:
1. General insect collection: 25 specimens for 3rd-5th graders, 50 or more species of
adult insects representing at least 8 orders for 6th graders and up.
2. Specialty insect collection can include but is not limited to a collection of a single

order (e.g. Coleoptera or Lepidoptera), a collection of immature insects, a collection of
insects from a particular habitat (e.g. aquatic, forest, or prairie) or a collection of
economic pests of a special crop (e.g. insects attacking corn).
3. Non-Collection Project can include but is not limited to life history displays (e.g.
insect habitats or effects of environment factors on insects), or insects in current
events.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects
https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/wi4hprojects/natural-sciences/entomology/

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EXPLORING ANIMALS Requirements:
R – 150 – 1* Grades 9+ -this area is for 4-Hers who wish to learn more about a given specie. Animal
R – 150 – 2* Grades 6-8 ownership is not required.
R – 150 – 3 Grades 3-5 -4-Hers enrolled in Exploring Animals, Beef, Dairy, Goat, Lama, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep,
R – 150 – 4 Cloverbud or Swine may exhibit in this category.
Exhibit Suggestions:
EXPLORING THE - An educational exhibit to show or explain something the 4-H’er made, did, learned, or
ENVIRONMENT may explore consumer issues, breeds or careers
https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-animal-science
R - 160 - 1*Grade 9+
R - 160 - 2*Grade 6-8 Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 160 - 3 Grade 3-5 - Display on environmental pollution describing the causes, effects on people and
R – 160 - 4 Cloverbud other living things, and methods to correct the situation.
- Display showing features of soils such as color, structure, texture.
FISHING SPORTS - A display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects, animals, birds or fish. Include
R - 170 - 1*Grade 9+ pictures or drawings and information on habits, foods, and shelter needs.
R - 170 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Display showing erosion control practices such as minimum tillage, terraces, contour
R - 170 - 3 Grade 3-5 strips, grassed waterways, field windbreaks, water control structures, etc.
R – 170 – 4 Cloverbud
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-events/4-h-engineering-design-challenge (this
challenge is a team challenge – you are welcome to tackle this yourself or with a group
to present at Redwood County Fair. May give you idea for your own project too)

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Fish identification. Describe the habitat and food needs of selected Minnesota fish;
develop a panel display explaining the life history of a fish; create a model or exhibit
identifying the parts of a fish.
- Fishing Knots. Identify how and where each knot is used; fishing equipment which is
made or repaired such as lures, fishing rods and reels, ice fishing rig, or other fishing
equipment;
- Safety practices and techniques that are related to fishing or boating.
- Examples of how water quality affects the fish eco-system.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-outdoor-adventures-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
https://kenosha.extension.wisc.edu/youth-development/4-h/fishing-project/

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All Food and Nutrition Requirements
- Exhibit may be food items and or/displays
FOOD AND NUTRITION - Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the judge, references and
R – 190 – 1* Grade 9+ information sources, nutritional values, methods, menu, costs, etc., as
R – 190 – 2* Grade 6-8 appropriate to that exhibit.
R – 190 – 3Grade 3-5 - The exhibit may be a poster, mobile, three-dimensional display, scrapbook,
R – 190 – 10 Cloverbud balance beam, charts, journals, pictures, slides, equipment, supplies,
photographs, puppet play, skit, judging comparison, taped interview, file of
ideas, research study, etc.
- Pictures, food models, plaster, plastic, papier-mache, etc., are preferable to
perishable foods in an educational exhibit. Perishable foods should be used
only in they add to or help explain the educational exhibit. If perishable food is a
part of the exhibit, the food is to be brought just for judging.
- Exhibits containing perishable foods, which will be discarded must include a
colored photograph of the food. The photography should be taken prior to the
county Fair and attached to the display. This photograph and a 3 x 5 note card
listing nutrition information and the recipe will be displayed at the exhibit instead
of the food.

Exhibit suggestions:
- One serving of a nutritious food (vegetable or fruit dish, snack, bread, dairy,
etc.). Include 8 ½ x 11 poster showing nutritional value, recipe, and a photo of
the food.
- Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone else, using the dietary
guidelines and MyPlate.
- Make a food or fitness plan for yourself or someone else and show how it
relates to nutritional and energy needs. (Example: an athlete on a volleyball
team, a teen who doesn’t have a lot of time.)
- Adapt a recipe(s) to show healthier ingredient choices.
- Study of how physical fitness and/or food choices are related to disease (such
as: cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc.).
- Study of labels from similar food items, comparing important nutrient content
like fat, fiber, and sugar.
- Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety.
- Nutrition/Food science experiment
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-family-consumer-science-projects

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FOOD REVIEW Requirement:

R - 191 - 1*Grade 9+ - Select a favorite food, plan a menu using the food, and prepare an appropriate table
R - 191 - 2*Grade 6-8 setting.
R - 191 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 191 – 4 Cloverbud - On day of judging at exhibitors should bring:
- One item of food from the menu AND a photograph of the place setting with the
(Bring supplies needed for
plate setting and menu. Table food item shown.
& refrigeration is provided) - A place setting which includes dishes, silverware, linens (tablecloths, placemats,

and napkins), and a centerpiece.
- The menu on an 8 ½ x 11 poster, preferably freestanding (use clear plastic stand)
- The recipe on an 8 ½ x 11 poster preferably freestanding
- Be prepared to discuss why you selected the food on the menu the recipe you

prepared, the nutritional content of the meal, centerpiece selection, cost per serving
& total cost.

PASTRY County Only! - One pie shell of whole wheat or white flour (no filling). Exhibits should be brought in
R – 190 - 7 Grade 9+ an 8 or 9 inch aluminum foil disposable pie tin
R – 190 - 8 Grade 6-8
R – 190 - 9 Grade 3-5 - Two crust fruit filled pie (no cream or custard). Bring in 8 or 9 inch whole pie, a
R – 190 – 12 Cloverbud piece will be cut for display

- Other: Be creative
- Challenge – Recreate a healthy version of your favorite pastry recipe

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FOOD Preservation Requirement:
R-190-4* Grades 9+ -All projects must follow National Center for Home Food Preservation recommendations.
R-190-5* Grades 6-8
R-190-6 Grades 3-5 https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can_home.html
R-190-11 Cloverbud -Label with 2”x3” includes county, name, grade, and product, style of pack, processing
method, date, processing time, date processed, and source of recipe. Pressure canned
items indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many pounds of pressure used.
-Jars must be heat tempered glass canning jars
-Product must be sealed. Leave screw bands on two piece lids. Jellies and jams must be
covered with lids
-Use pint jars for fruit, vegetables, and fish. Half pint jars for jams/jellies, 1 quart jar for
pickles
Dried foods may be stored in glass jars, self-sealing plastic bags or airtight plastic bags

Ideas:
-1 jar or 1 bag of product. No frozen products accepted.
Vegetable or fruit
Jams or jellies, preserves, low-sugar spreads
Pickled products
Meats, poultry and/or fish – Fish in pint jars
Dried Vegetables or dried fruits
Dried herbs or dried meats
Food Science experiment or educational display

VEGETABLE PLATE – Requirements:
not cooked - Label Vegetables with proper varieties
- Vegetables DO NOT need to be home grown – can be purchased.
(County project only) - Be prepared to discuss the farm to plate process OR
R-191-5 Grade 9+ - Discuss Nutritional benefits of veggies selected.
R-191-6 Grades 6-8 - Must have a minimum of 3 fruit or 3 vegies on the “plate”
R-191-7 Grades 3-5
R-191-8 Cloverbud Exhibit Suggestions:
- On a disposable plate, display a collection (3 minimum fruit or vegetables)
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-family-consumer-science-projects

https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-healthy-living-projects

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FOREST RESOURCES Requirement:
R - 200 - 1*Grade 9+ - Exhibits should be mounted on cardboard or other sturdy material.
R - 200 - 2*Grade 6-8
R - 200 - 3 Grade 3-5 Exhibit Suggestions:
R – 200 – 4 Cloverbud
- Collection of leaves or needles with twigs, identified with their common name. Common
name should be printed near the identified leaf/needle.
- Photographic display of forest products--include the name of the product/use to identify
the photograph.
- Display showing tree growth; annual ring cross-sections; make a seed collection.
- Prepare a report with drawings about your favorite tree--include name of tree, drawings
or pictures of tree, facts and uses of the tree, and other appropriate information.
- Display showing layers of the forest; renewable versus non-renewable resources;
forestry careers; leaf and twig identification; taxonomic keys; tree road maps.
- Display showing forest succession; tree and forest measurements; fire's effect on the
forest; how trees grow; forest types; harvesting methods; entomology of the forest;
pathology of the forest.
- Display showing forest products, including maple syrup production; wood products;
Christmas trees or other forest resources (recreation, wildlife, etc.).
- Display showing specialized woodland management, including shelterbelts/windbreaks
and urban forestry.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects
https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/wi4hprojects/files/2015/09/forestryfairlist.pdf

GEOLOGY Requirement:
R - 220 - 1*Grade 9+
R - 220 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Attach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glass-topped case of the
R - 220 - 3 Grade 3-5 same model as used by the entomologists (approximately 19” x 16.5” x 3”). Specimens
R – 220 – 4 Cloverbud should be approximately 2" x 2". Label each specimen using the label described on page
seven of the Geology Manual. Size of label may be reduced to fit display case, if
needed. Attach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on its edge. Member must
have a knowledge of how specimens are identified as to rock or fossil type.
Exhibit Suggestions:

- Display of birthstones, a rock plate, or an egg carton collection (see geology bulletin),
six silly silicates.
- Rocks, minerals, or fossils from within Minnesota or on a definite theme such as
metamorphism, weathering, quartz minerals, ores, or a theme of your own choosing.
- Polished rock types used to make decorative items such as paperweights and jewelry;
include an unpolished specimen of each rock type.
- Educational exhibit showing the "science how's and why’s" dealing with the principles of
geology and natural earth sciences.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects

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GLOBAL CONNECTIONS Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 240 - 1*Grade 9+
R - 240 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Poster or report explaining what you learned as a result of a cross-cultural home stay
R - 240 - 3 Grade 3-5 experience.
R – 240 – 4 Cloverbud
- Report or display on mission trip, school trip, pen pal, etc.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-civic-engagement-and-leadership-projects

HOME ENVIRONMENT Requirements:
R - 260 - 1*Grade 9+ - Members exhibiting in this project should be prepared to discuss and/or have written
R - 260 - 2*Grade 6-8 information to show how their exhibit applies to the home, how and where it is used or
R - 260 - 3 Grade 3-5 displayed, and all details of how it was made or selected. They should know about the
R – 260 – 4 Cloverbud subject matter of the specific exhibit, the materials used, how and why it was done, costs
involved, and alternatives considered
HEALTH - A photograph and report showing its place in the home environment must accompany
R - 250 - 1*Grade 9+ exhibits that are items for the home.
R - 250 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Pictures and wall hangings that are exhibited should be finished and ready to hang.
R - 250 - 3 Grade 3-5 - Purchased kits ARE ALLOWED to be used.
R – 250 – 4 Cloverbud
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Finished or refinished wood item, or reupholstered furniture.
- Repaired, restored, or remodeled item for the home.
- Chart and/or plan for the care and maintenance of the inside or outside of the home
including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly jobs.
- An article remade or reclaimed for the home with a link to the past, including history of
use. - Description, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of a redecorating or remodeling
plan showing before and after.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-family-consumer-science-projects

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol and chemical abuse, eating disorders, sexuality,
sexually transmitted disease, pregnancy, stress, depression, etc..) of your choice.
- Report on a community project that you conducted on a health issue. Include
objectives, audience, timetable, program description, materials, community support and
evaluation.

https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-healthy-living-projects

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HORTICULTURE

FLOWER GARDENING Requirements:
R - 180 - 1*Grade 9+ - Label each container according to kind or variety.
R - 180 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Outdoor
R - 180 - 3 Grade 3-5 Fairy Gardens)
R – 180 – 4 Cloverbud - Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained in a fresh condition with
east.

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Exhibit Suggestions:

- When exhibiting cut flowers, we suggest:
*Three stems of one variety or annual flower or
*One stem of a hardy perennial, or
*One stem of summer flowering bulbs or
*One blossom of a tea rose, or
*One stem of a hardy shrub rose
- Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme.
- Display of dried flowers with a card explaining the drying method.
- My Flower Garden – Exhibit on poster board, not to exceed 22x28”. Include a plan of

the garden drawn in scale, the correct variety name and pictures (or photographs) of the
flowers grown. Be prepared to discuss the process from soil preparation to blooming.

- Educational Exhibit showing the principles of propagation or reproduction, nutrition,
culture and physiology (how a plant lives and grows).
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects

FRUIT Requirements:
R - 210 - 1*Grade 9+ - If displaying a fruit sample, exhibitor should bring 6 items of one variety of fruit and
R - 210 - 2*Grade 6-8 include a 3 x 5 index card listing the varieties of fruit, name and club exhibitor.
R - 210 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 210 – 4 Cloverbud Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display showing a comparison of several varieties of the same fruit (labeled); display
Herb Gardening using a branch to illustrate proper pruning of fruit trees and explaining the process;
R-430-5* Grades 9+ illustrate the many uses of fruits (fresh, jams, juices, cooking, baking, salads and
R-430-6* Grades 6-8 recipes); illustrate the use of fruits as natural dyes.
R-430-7 Grades 3-5 - Educational display illustrating diseases (actual specimens) or insects (actual
R-430-8 Cloverbud specimens) and methods of control.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects

Exhibit Suggestions
- Educational display showing some aspect of raising or using herbs.
- A herb container garden planted in a tub, pot, or planter.
- A dried sample of herbs you have raised, harvested and dried (in an airtight
container).

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects

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POTATOES Requirement:
R - 340 - 1*Grade 9+
- If displaying a potato box, you need 6-10 potatoes of the same variety of 2-3 varieties
R – 340 - 2* Grade 6-8 (this year’s crop+ similar in size with variety identified on a 3 x 5 card.
R - 340 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 340 – 4 Cloverbud - Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Educational display illustrating diseases and control, methods of mulching and
reasons, causes and effects of sun scald.
- Growing options – using your potato bag exhibit

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects

INDOOR GARDENING Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area
R - 270 - 1*Grade 9+ Requirements:
R - 270 - 2*Grade 6-8 POTTED PLANTS:
R - 270 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 270 – 4 Cloverbud - Flowering plants should be in bloom.
- Foliage plants should be in vigorous condition.
Includes Indoor Fairy - Plants should be grown in the exhibited container for at least one month prior to fair.
Gardens PLANTS IN HANGING CONTAINERS:
- Container for the plant should not be more than 10" in depth or diameter.
- Maximum total length of hanger and plant should not exceed 4'
- Evaluation will include appropriateness of plant for a hanging container, condition,
arrangement, hanger to container to plant relationship, and plants being well established.
TERRARIUMS:
- The terrarium may not exceed 24" in any dimension.
- Terrarium should be planted four to six weeks ahead of exhibiting.
- Members must be able to identify all plant materials in their terrariums, know why they
were selected for use (quality, container and design).
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Two or more varieties of house plants with common and botanical name.
- Terrarium or dish garden; consider terrarium material of general terrarium plant of native
and woodland plants of Minnesota.
- Educational exhibit showing plant propagation, plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a
flowering plant, etc.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects

Largest Vegetable A “just for fun” County Only Project – Will award prize to largest vegetable.
R-430-10 Grades 9+ Possible Vegetables: Squash, Cabbage, Pumpkin, Melons
R-430-11 Grades 6-8
R-430-12 Grades 3-5 Requirements:
R-430-13 Cloverbud - Include information card with name, plant variety, date planted and any extra notes
you would like to include.

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VEGETABLE Available on our website is “Harvesting & Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit”. The
GARDENING & Herb website is: www.extension.umn.edu/county/redwood/4-H/downloads.
Gardening Vegetable Gardening Box Requirements:

R - 430 - 1*Grade 9+ - Label vegetables with proper variety names.
R - 430 - 2*Grade 6-8 - When exhibiting a collection of vegetables, the collection should include six different
R - 430 - 3 Grade 3-5 kinds of vegetables (For example: 1 large specimen + 3 medium specimen + 2 small
R – 430 – 4 Cloverbud specimen = 6 different vegetable specimens for this project choosing any
combinations of the following:

*One large vegetable specimen (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.)
*Three different medium sized vegetable specimens and 3 of each specimen
(tomatoes, onions, peppers, cucm bers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, etc.)
*Two small vegetable specimen and 12 of each specimen (green beans, peas, lima
beats, etc.)
-Potatoes may not be included (enter under the Potato project).
-Note: If selected for State Fair: vegetable exhibits taken to state fair must contain six
different vegetables (1 large specimen + 3 medium specimen + 2 small specimen) or be
an educational display.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Collection of three or more different vegetables, (use the guide above).
- Display showing three varieties of the same vegetable.
- Educational display showing some aspect of vegetable gardening (e.g., the difference in
development between thinned vs. unthinned vegetables).
- A mini garden planted in a tub, pail, or large planter.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-
projectshttps://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
Exhibit suggestions:

 Educational display showing some aspect of vegetable gardening (e.g., the
difference in development between thinned vs. un-thinned vegetables, the
production of different varieties of a vegetable, etc).

 A mini garden planted in a tub, pail, or larger planter.

LAWN AND Requirements:
LANDSCAPE DESIGN - Posters showing physiology of a tree are not eligible for state fair
- Evaluation will be based on design, neatness, plants used, and story told.
R - 280 - 1*Grade 9+
R - 280 - 2*Grade 6-8 Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 280 - 3 Grade 3-5 - Landscape Plan (not to exceed 22" x 28") drawn to scale with plants and major areas of
R – 280 – 4 Cloverbud yard labeled; should show changes and future plans. Photographs showing "before and
after" views are desirable.
- Design a project meeting for this project area (in booklet form) including what you would
teach, how you would teach it, goals of your meeting, activities you would include, and
visual aids you would use.

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
-Show how to incorporate bee friendly lawns
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects

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ALL PERFORMING Pre-Fair Judging Event – See Judging Schedule

ARTS https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-projects

Performing Arts Exhibit Requirements
R-300-1* Grade 9+ -Exhibit can be either a performance or an exhibit that shows a member’s involvement or

R-300-2* Grade 6-8 interest in the performing arts
R-300-3 Grade 3-5 -To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of
R-300-4 Cloverbud
selecting, planning, performing and reflection on their project work.
- If the exhibit is an actual performance, the performance cannot last longer than 10

minutes.
-Remember this is a performance. Dressing the part may help you get across your

message to the judge.
Exhibit Suggestions

- Poster or display about your involvement or interest in the performing arts
- A puppet and script made and created by member.
- Create and perform a short story, show, music selection, etc., and include a write-up

about it.
- An educational display of some aspect of music, drama, or performing.
- Persuasive Speech

PETS Exhibit Suggestions:

R – 310 - 1* Grade 9+ - Educational display explaining pet care, health, nutritional needs, etc...;
R – 310 - 2* Grade 6-8 exhibit must include a photograph of 4-H'er with their pet.
R – 310 – 3 Grade 3-5 -Optional: may bring pet for judging night only. Pet does not stay on
R – 310 – 4 Cloverbud fairgrounds during fair
-pet must be in good health and immunizations up to date
-pet must be properly controlled and contained with water and safety
considerations for weather
-Cloverbuds may NOT be in control of animal adult in charge must have 100%
control over pet
-See rule for pet projects in rules guide
https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-animal-science

Pet Project Area: This project area is considered a static or general project. (Live pets are county fair only. To be state fair eligible
your project must have an educational display)

 Exhibitors may bring their pet to Static/General Judging IF:
o your animal must be in good health and have required shots up to date but they do not need to be entered into 4-H Online.
o Your pet must be kenneled appropriately for the safety of the animal and the other 4-H participants - it may not run freely.
o Pets must be under control when showing it to the judge
o Cloverbuds (youth grades K-2nd) may not be in control or holding their pet. This is strictly enforced - again for the safety of the

pet, the cloverbud, and others around you.

o Please note pets are allowed on grounds for static/general judging night only. After your judging is complete pets must stay

home and are not allowed back onto the fairgrounds.

o Pets that are not controlled, barking excessively, or are otherwise distracting will need to go home

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All Photography **Exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph. ONLY overall image
corrections are allowed including: cropping, exposure correction, color
ELEMENTS OF PHOTOGRAPHY saturation, contrast, sharpening and black and white or sepia conversion
.R – 320 – 1* Elements – Grade 9+
R – 320 – 2* Elements – Grade 6-8 https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-
R – 320 – 3 Elements – Grade 3-5 projects
R – 320 – 7 Cloverbud Photography-Digital/Film Resources:

CHECK THIS OUT – Tips and suggestion from 4-H photography judges to
prepare your 4-H photography exhibit and get ready for judging at your county
fair,

PHOTO MANIPULATION http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/arts-
Entries in this category must involve communication/photography/docs/photography-tips-suggestions-for-
editing with computer software such projects.pdf
as Photoshop, Lightroom, IPhoto, https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-
Picasa, Gimp, Pick Monkey, Pixi, projects
Microsoft Publisher, etc.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-
projects

R – 320 – 4* Grade 9+
R – 320 – 5* Grade 6-8
R – 320 – 6 Grades 3-5
R – 320 – 8 Cloverbud

Specific Information on Photography

Requirements for both Elements and Manipulation
-ALL PHOTOS EXHIBITED MUST HAVE BEEN TAKEN/PRODUCED /ENHANCED BY THE EXHIBITOR THE CURRENT
4-H YEAR. (Exception – an exhibit integrating older photographs).
-Exhibitor’s name, age and county should be printed on the back of the exhibit.
-NO PICTURE FRAME OR GLASS ALLOWED (for safety).
**Unaltered 4x6” photos must be attached to the back of any exhibit in the “Photo Manipulation” category
**Exhibits with multiple photos should use 4x6” prints
**Enlarged photos should be 5x7” or 8x10”
**Photos should be mounded on mat board or poster board using neutral colors (white, tan, grey or black) do not use
contruction paper or colored paper.
**Exhibits should reflect the appropriate size for the item designed, e.g. the photos used for an ornament, a calendar, a
poster, or brochure would require different sized photographs.
**Use 14x22” board for 5 or more phots in an exhibit. Cut small boards for enlargements

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-Exhibitor’s name, club, county and exhibit class and lot should be printed on the back of the exhibit.
-NO picture frame or glass allowed.

Elements of Photography Equipment:
Any device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed (i.e. digital or film camera, cell phone, tablet or drone
may be used. Drone operator must meet age requirements for use of a drone.

Exhibit ideas:
 Photo Story

**Show a town’s history or a family history. This could include photos of historic buildings, old photos copied from the
historical society or library; family or individual portraits, etc.

**Develop a documentary of another of yours or a friend’s 4-H project or of your 4-H club’s community service project.
**Document environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollution, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve
the environment
**Present a day in the life of – farm or city youth, a local professional person such as a school nurse or a firefighter, law
enforcement office, or other interesting personality
**Exhibit a series of photos on how to make or do something

 Common Theme or Subject
**Display a series of 3 to 7 photos of a common subject such as people, buildings, landscapes, animals, seasons, action,
nature, weather, close-ups, etc.

 Photographic Elements
**Display a series of 5 to 7 photos that illustrate some photographic element such as composition, lighting, shutter
speeds, depth of field, etc.

 Panorama
**Show a single image created in camera or a triptych (set of 3 photos intended to be used together) of several images
created by moving the camera.

Photo Manipulation Equipment
Use any device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed: digital or film camera, cell phone, tablet or

drone. Drone operator must meet age requirements for use of a drone. A computer or tablet is required for photo
manipulation.

Exhibit Ideas:
 Photo Series

**Make a series of 5 to 7 photos that illustrate a common these such as environmental issues, plight of pollinators, how
to do something, etc. Photos in this category must involve digital editing.

 Enlarged Photo
**Show a 5x7 or 8x10 inch print that has been digitally enhanced and illustrates software skills. An unaltered 4x6: print
must be attached to the back of the exhibit

 Publications
**Show calendars, brochures, posters that are created using computer software

 Photo Novelties
**Display mugs, puzzles, blankets, or other media on which photos have been printed

 Slide Show
**Make a compilation of photos with titles, voice-over or music background. For judging, exhibitor can show project on
14x22” poster board, computer or tablet.

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POULTRY/RABBIT ***Posters should be 14” x 22” and show something related to Rabbits or Poultry,
POSTER CONTEST cartoons and pictures from magazines may be used. Educational or promotional

(Limit 1 entry per message about the industry is expected
person) County Only All participants will receive $2.00 plus participation ribbon.
R-510-1 Grade 9+ These posters will be on display in the Rabbit/Poultry barn and then sent to the State
R-510-2 Grade 6-8 Fair.
R-510-3 Grade 5 & Under

NEEDLEWORK Specifics found under clothing
QUILTING Specifics found under clothing
ROBOTICS Found under Engineering Design

SAFETY Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 370 - 1*Grade 9+ - Explore a safety issue of your choice. Ideas include traffic safety, home safety, farm
R - 370 - 2*Grade 6-8 safety, community safety, fire prevention, and first aid kit. Include an item for display
R - 370 - 3 Grade 3-5 representative of project activity.
R – 370 – 4 Cloverbud - Prepare a First Aid Kit and be able to explain the reasons for the items you included.

https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-healthy-living-projects

SELF DETERMINED Requirement:
R - 380 - 1*Grade 9+ - This Division is intended for an exhibit that doesn’t fit in any other project area. This
R - 380 - 2*Grade 6-8 is not a “catch-all” category but rather intentional self-directed learning.
R - 380 - 3 Grade 3-5 - To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of
R – 380 – 4 Cloverbud selection, planning and management of a self-determined learning experience.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Poster, display, or notebook showing the process of doing the activity/project
- Display of finished work
-Use this project area for Geospatial exhibits and Clowning exhibits in 2019

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects

Note: Each project area has an area for self-determined projects

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SHOOTING SPORTS / Requirements:
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT - Exhibit may not exceed 12" deep x 24" wide x 36" high, except that a gun, bow and
arrow, or taxidermy item may be included in a display and will not be considered in the
R - 390 - 1*Grade 9+ calculation of dimensions.
R - 390 - 2*Grade 6-8 -MN and 4-H regulations for handling and storing firearms must be followed.
R - 390 - 3 Grade 3-5 - No explosive materials are allowed. Arrows must be secured in such a manner so
R – 390 – 4 Cloverbud as to prevent their points or edges from being a hazard. Only sporting firearms and
bows will be exhibited, displayed or demonstrated.
SHOP
R - 400 - 1*Grade 9+ Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 400 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Safety techniques applied to shooting activities (e.g., range commands and range
R - 400 - 3 Grade 3-5 safety, eye and ear protection, cleaning a firearm, dressing for safety-first aid, survival
R – 400 – 4 Cloverbud skills, etc.).
- Shooting Skills (e.g., basic safety rules, basic parts and functions of each piece of
SMALL ENGINES equipment, care and maintenance, accessories, position, etc.).
R - 410 - 1*Grade 9+ - Display illustrating key field identification features of a group of game animals (e.g.,
R - 410 - 2*Grade 6-8 distinguishing various species of puddle ducks, differences among five look-alike
R - 410 - 3 Grade 3-5 species, of upland game birds, etc.).
R – 410 – 4 Cloverbud - Leadership skills learned in your shooting sports club.
- History and nomenclature of trapping, hunting, and firearms.
- Sportsmanship: Ethical behavior and responsibility, effects of values to wildlife of
modern game laws and regulations.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-outdoor-adventures-projects

Requirements:
- Exhibit must not take up more than 20 square feet of floor space.
- Attach a card to all exhibits describing construction materials, unusual joinery
finishing techniques, and total cost.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Article made of wood or metal
- Wooden or metal article repaired, finished, or refinished.
- Display on properties, uses, or processing of wood.
- An educational display of some aspect of small engine use, care, reconditioning, etc

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Small engine that has been reconditioned or repaired.
- A device constructed by a member utilizing a small engine.
-Display on the parts of an engine, etc.

https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects/4-h-tractors-small-
engines-project#exhibit-ideas-793610

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TRACTOR Requirements:
R – 420 – 1* Grade 9+ -Check space requirements for large exhibits with staff. Large exhibits may be
R – 420 – 2* Grade 6-8
R – 420 – 3 Grade 3-5 displayed outdoors
R – 420 – 4 Cloverbud -Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display.

VETERINARY SCIENCE Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 440 - 1*Grade 9+ - A poster, video, display, notebook, representing your project learning.
R - 440 - 2*Grade 6-8 - Restored, reconditioned, rebuilt tractor.
R - 440 - 3 Grade 3-5
R – 440 – 4 Cloverbud Exhibit may represent learning about tractor safety, history, use, purchasing decisions,
establishing a custom business with your field or lawn tractor, or material prepared to
train others.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-gardening-agriculture-projects/4-h-tractors-small-
engines-project#exhibit-ideas-793610

Requirements:
- Exhibit may include models, diagrams, and/or actual articles.

Exhibit Suggestions:
- Diagram of your favorite animal with anatomy
- Display or binder on diseases of animals, ringworm, heartworm, displaced

abomasums, hip dysphasia scours, etc.

https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-animal-science
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/veterinary-science

Video Project Area CHECK THIS OUT – Tips and suggestions from 4-H photography judges to prepare
VIDEO/Filmmaking your 4-H photography/filmmaking exhibit and get ready for judging at your county fair,
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/arts-
R - 450 - 1*Grade 9+ communication/photography/docs/photography-tips-suggestions-for-
R - 450 - 2*Grade 6-8 projects.pdf
R - 450 - 3 Grade 3-5
R - 450 – 4 Cloverbud https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-projects

Video /Filmmaking Production 2-3 member per team/can come from different schools and/or grades. (Grades 6-13)
team

R – 450 – 5* https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-expressive-arts-communication-projects

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Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a video image; video camera, digital camera, DSLR, time
lapse camera or trail camera, cellphone, table, Go Pro or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age
requirements to use drone).

Requirements:
-all video/Filmmaking exhibits must be made by the exhibitor OR by a production team of which the exhibitor must be a
member
-The exhibitor’s name, grade, and club must be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces – the video/filmmaking exhibit SHOULD
NOT EXCEED 10 MINUTES.
-All video/film footage exhibited must have been made/created DURING THE CURRENT 4-H YEAR. When appropriate,
(i.e. historical sequences) older video clips can be used, otherwise video content must have been taken in the current 4-H
year.
-Video/Film must be presented on DVD, USB, flash drive or data CD
-Video/Film needs to be presentation form, including a title and credits
-It is encouraged that when developing a 4-H video/filmmaking exhibit, members will develop skills beyond the classroom
-The video/film must be original material, portions from other sources must be documented and have a copyright release,
including music. Any video/film exhibit, which appears to contain copyrighted material, including music, will not be publicly
displayed unless the exhibitor has written permission from the producer to use the material in the video/film
-A computer must be brought for viewing the video/film during the conference judging, otherwise other arrangements need
to be made in advance with the 4-H staff.
-Video/film must be playable on Windows, use file format including .WMV, .FLV and .MPEG, .AVI, .MOV, .AVCHD, .MPEG-
1, .MEG-4, as well as playable DVD
-This is not a slideshow (see Creative/Applied Photography).

Exhibit Ideas:
-Showcase various video/film techniques
-A selected subject - Include a short storyboard or outline
-A poster that illustrates how a video/film camera works, or how to care for video/film equipment, illustration of computer
video/film creation. Etc.
-A video/film made by blending computer technology and traditional camera created video/film
-A video/film using data from trail camera or time lapse camera (stop action video) or drone with attached camera (operator
must meet age requirements to use a drone.)
-A video/film using Claymation or stop action
-Document environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollution, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve the
environment.
-SAVE THE BEES! Focus on the plight of pollinators and the tremendous decline in numbers. Include photographs of
pollinators and related information and a short narrative about possible cause and possible solutions.

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WATER / WETLANDS Exhibit Suggestions:
R - 460 - 1*Grade 9+ - Display showing the five unique physical properties of water; the hydrologic or water
R - 460 - 2*Grade 6-8 cycle; the quantities and uses made of water by families, municipalities, industries,
R - 460 - 3 Grade 3-5 animals, and plants;
R – 460 – 4 Cloverbud - Display on water quality or management--pollution, conservation, water quality
standards, etc.
WILDLIFE/BIOLOGY
R - 470 - 1*Grade 9+ - Wetland restoration projects and why we want to restore wetlands
R - 470 - 2*Grade 6-8 -Wetlands and connection to water quality and/or agriculture
R - 470 - 3 Grade 3-5 https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
R – 470 – 4 Cloverbud https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects
https://extension.usu.edu/waterquality/files-ou/Publications/4-
YOUTH LEADERSHIP
R- 480 - 1* Grade 9+ H_Wonders_of_Water_Club.pdf
R - 480 - 2*Grade 6-8 https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects/4-h-water-
R - 480 - 3 Grade 3-5 wetlands-project
Exhibit Suggestions:

- Display showing the life cycle of your favorite wild animal.
- Birdhouse, birdfeeder, or homemade bird book of local birds.
- An animal book of wild animals of Minnesota--describe habitat, food, and shelter
needs.
- A wildlife management plan--show practices related to land use and forest
management for wildlife.
- Basic concepts of Wildlife Management (waterfowl wing boards, birdhouse trails,
game food habits, game animal habitat requirements, history of game management,
etc).
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-stem-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-outdoor-adventures-projects
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-environment-earth-science-projects

Purpose
Youth Leadership is a project area that requires the member to discover their skills
and then develop those skills and share them with others. This might happen
individually or with a group.

Guidelines:
Taking charge, leading a service project, and sharing the steps from beginning to end
would be one example of a youth leadership project. Some ways to present your work
would be (but not limited to): three sided display boards, scrapbooks and posters.
https://extension.umn.edu/what-4-h/4-h-civic-engagement-and-leadership-projects
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/leadership
https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/wi4hprojects/community-involvement/youth-
leadership/
https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/wi4hprojects/files/2015/09/youthleadershipfairlist.pdf

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State Fair Eligibility

 Champion, Reserve Champion, and Blue Ribbon exhibits will be considered for State Fair Trips for both General and
Livestock project areas.

 The 4-H’er must have completed the 6th grade and be no more than one year beyond high school graduation.
 A younger member may participate if he or she is a member of a group share-the-fun act where a parent or some other

responsible adult is with the group.

Quotas: Trip numbers are based on county fair participation from the previous year, not enrollment in projects. The quota system is
determined by State 4-H Staff. Exhibits included are animal science, home economics, and general project exhibits. All State Fair Trip
winners MUST be in attendance with their exhibits.

Judging Teams: Team members may not participate in the state contest if they have received post-secondary training on the subject
matter or have participated in the national 4-H judging contest or an official post-secondary contest.

Accepting A State Competition Trip:
 A trip to the State Horse Show, State Dog Show, and State Shoot are considered separate events to the State Fair Trip.
 Dual State Fair Trip Policy: 4-H members can take a livestock and non-livestock trip in the same year. Only 1 premium will be
paid.
 4-H’ers meeting the eligibility requirements should sign up for their trip by the 4-H Office in the Project Exhibit Building.
o Using the dot system. Green dots mean acceptance. Red dots mean you are not accepting your trip.
o Exhibitors are asked to do this as quickly as possible to allow other youth next line time to accept or deny the trip.
o State fair trips must be accepted and State Fair registration packets must be turned in to the 4-H Office, along with
full payment, on Saturday of fair.
o Dog Project exhibitors must accept and turn in their state competition packets and payments by the end of the
Saturday Dog Show
o State Shoot competitors meeting eligibility requirements must turn in their forms and payments by Sunday of
Redwood County Fair.
 Hand in your packets and payment to 4-H staff and wait to check forms over together to ensure payment and forms are filled
out correctly. This helps avoid problems later. Thank you for understanding this!

State Competition Reimbursements:
 4-H members meeting exhibitor eligibility who desire to attend the state competitions can be eligible for Redwood County 4-H
Federation Registration Reimbursements if the following criteria are met:
o 4-H exhibitor must have participated in the Redwood County 4-H Fruit and Food Sales
o 4-H exhibitor must have supported their 4-H Club by working in the food stand during the current fair season.
Independent members are expected to work a shift in the food stand as well and will be scheduled for their shifts in
the food stand. Independent members are expected to work with the Redwood County Program Coordinator to get
scheduled into the Food Stand systems.

 Redwood County 4-H Federation will pay for 1 state competition registration fee and will sponsor a bus for transportation to the
Minnesota State Fair. Members using this transportation service will be charged a cost share of $20 round trip

 Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4-H members may participate in activities such as Share-the-Fun,
demonstrations, Arts-In, cooking events, animal science educational exhibits or judging teams. Some of the events are free of
charge others may have a fee attached. Additional fee’s are at the 4-H exhibitor expense.

 All State Competitors and parents/guardians must attend the State Fair Orientation on Sunday of Redwood County Fair.
 Failure to attend the Minnesota State Fair or other state competitive events will result in the 4-H exhibitor reimbursing the Redwood

County 4-H Federation for any fees paid on the 4-H exhibitor’s behalf.

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Transportation of State Competition Projects:
 Minnesota State Fair static projects will be transported by the Redwood County 4-H Program Coordinator as long as the
project will fit into the coordinator’s vehicle.
 Large projects may require the exhibitor to transport their project on their own.
 Redwood County 4-H Federation Livestock Program sponsors a livestock truck/trailer to haul livestock to the Minnesota State
Fair.
 Horse, Dog, and State Shoot competitors must transport their own projects.

State Fair Animal ID and Health Certificates:
1. All livestock must have proper health certificates if required, and all pedigrees for purebred livestock must be in the name of
the club member or in proper partnership. Registration papers – All exhibitors of registered 4-H breeding Heifers, Ewes,
and Gilts as well as Registered Beef Cow/Calf pairs, must present a copy of the registration paper at the time of
verification on entry day at the Minnesota State Fair. All registered animals must be registered in the exhibitor’s name
and/or the exhibitor’s family name. All exhibitors who cannot furnish proper registration papers will have their animals placed in
the appropriate class by the Show Committee.
2. Identification: All 4-H market animals must be identified with an official state-wide ear tag in order to be eligible for the 2019
State Fair. Animals are to be identified with this ear tag at the time of initial weigh in. In addition, all swine exhibits must be
identified with ear notches using the Universal System.

Redwood County Fair Project Release Information

Static/General and Animal Science Project Release:
 All exhibits are to remain in place until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday of County Fair.
 We are not responsible for exhibits not picked up by 9:00 p.m.
 On project release exhibitors with smaller static/general projects are asked to park their cars in the parking lot across from the
fairgrounds and carry your projects to your car (or use a wagon) rather than driving onto the fairgrounds. This is for the safety
of our youth, fair guests, and animals.
 On Project Release we ask that beef, dairy, and goat trailers enter through the south gate closest to Tersteegs. All other
trailers please enter through the north gate of the fairgrounds.
 On rare occasion an exception to the release rule may be made. The process is as follows:
o Formal request must be made to Redwood County 4-H Program Coordinator prior to Redwood County Fair.
o Request will be reviewed by Redwood County Advisory Board
o If accepted the request will be sent onto the Redwood County Fair Board for the final decision.

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Sick or Injured Animals
 No Animal will be released from the county fairgrounds for any reason unless it has been looked at by the fair veterinarian.
Process for animals in need of vet care:
o Report your animal to the species Superintendent
o Together decide on need for Vet
o Call Vet as needed
o Superintendent, exhibitor, and vet will work together on animal care.
o If determined animal needs to be released from County Fair
 Superintendent and Program Coordinator will report to Redwood County Fair Board
 Superintendent will provide direction as needed on procedure to release animal from the fairgrounds

Consequences for Early Project Removal:
 Any exhibits removed from the exhibit building before 7:00 pm will result in the loss of State Fair trips, premiums,
champions/trophies and or ribbons won for the entire family.

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Redwood County 4-H Livestock Auction Booster Club Scholarship Fund

Redwood County Extension Office
PO Box 130

Redwood Falls, MN 56283
Phone: (507) 637-4025 Fax: (507) 637-4063 Email: [email protected]

Application deadline is Friday May 3, 2019
Application Procedures and Criteria for Scholarships

Late or incomplete applications or those exceeding the requirements will not be considered for funding.

The following are required application materials:
1. We are awarding $250 scholarships to current Redwood County 4-H members in good standing who have
graduated from area high schools in the spring of 2018 or graduating in good standing in the spring of 2019.

2. Scholarships will be granted to those Redwood County 4-H members who plan to continue their education by
attending college, vocational school or trade school as a full-time student. Previous scholarship award winners are
not eligible.

3. All 4-H Members are encouraged to apply. Animal Science participation is not a pre-requisite for consideration.

4. Complete the application form and submit no more than a one page narrative of yourself, your involvement in the
Redwood County 4-H program, and how it will benefit you in the future. Please convince the committee in a clear
and concise manner why we should give you a scholarship.

All applications should be dropped off and handed to office staff or mailed to:

Redwood County Extension Office
P.O. Box 130
Redwood Falls, MN 56283

5. Refer questions to Redwood County Extension Office: 507-637-4025 or email [email protected]

Scholarship awards for the 2018-2019 school year will be determined by the end of May, and a letter will be sent to all
applicants. Winners are expected to emcee or assist at a livestock show at county fair and be available for recognition at
the 4-H Livestock Auction on Saturday July 20, 2019 unless prior arrangements have been made.

In order to receive the funds, the student must provide proof of enrollment and completion of the first semester of said year.
Transcripts and proof of enrollment must be available to the committee following the completed semester. Deadline is
January 30 unless prior arrangements have been made. No reminders will be mailed to those awarded an Auction Booster
Scholarship. Payments will be mailed directly to your school.

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Redwood County 4-H Livestock Auction Booster Club Scholarship
Application Form

Please Type 12 Font or Print.

1. Name:______________________________________________________________________________

2. Address:____________________________________________________________________________

3. Home Phone Number:___________________Email:_________________________________________

4. High School:_________________________________________________________________________

5. Colleges, Technical Schools or Trade Schools you are planning or currently attending: (include city and state)
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

6. Course of Study being considered:________________________________________________________

7. Awards:_____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

8. Extra-Curricular Activities/Community Service:_____________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

9. Interest/Hobbies:______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________

10. Is there anything you would like to add regarding this application:_______________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

11. What show at Redwood County Fair do you prefer to emcee or assist? __________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

Please attach no more than a one page narrative of yourself, your involvement in the Redwood County 4-H program,
and how it will benefit you in the future. Please convince the committee why we should give you a scholarship.

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Cloverbuds

Information sheet for parents, guardians and mentors

Purpose

The purpose of the University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Cloverbud Program is to support the
positive development of children as they explore their world, discover the possibilities, build self-
esteem, and practice the basic social skills which will be the basis for a future where they will become
competent, caring, contributing citizens.

This factsheet for parents, guardians and mentors of cloverbud age youth, outlines the program
options and characteristics as well as the rules that apply in competitive settings.

Cloverbud Members

The University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Cloverbud Program is designed specifically for youth in
grades Kindergarten through second grade (K-2). Youth must be enrolled in Kindergarten and at least
5 years of age as of September 1 of the current year to enroll as a Cloverbud.

Cloverbud Programming

Programs may be delivered in several different ways including:

● Day camps
● After-school programs
● Activities hosted by a 4-H community club but not operated as a club
● Club, group, or program specifically for Cloverbuds
● County fair special activities

Cloverbud programs are developmentally age appropriate with the following characteristics:

● Fun, positive, activity centered
● Focused on life skills development through the five components of the experiential

learning cycle (experience, share, process, generalize, and apply)

● Non-competitive, incorporating cooperative learning
● Safe for children and designed to manage risk

Cloverbuds and Competition

Cloverbud programs emphasize cooperative rather than competitive experiences. Children are encouraged to develop social skills through
cooperative experiences with their peers. They also are allowed the freedom of not having undue emphasis placed on the product of their
efforts. This is a time to experiment with new skills and experiences, not to strive for perfection.

Children in K-2 grades and age range have only begun to deal with the concept of being less
than the best. Therefore, it is not appropriate for children in K-2 to participate in competitive

situations. However, it is very appropriate for a child to participate in noncompetitive 4-H

activities and to be recognized for their participation.

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Rules for Cloverbud Participation

For the safety of K-2 participants, the following rules apply to cloverbud experiences. Parents/guardians/mentors are responsible for ensuring
their “cloverbud” understands and follows the rules. Extension 4-H staff members and designated volunteer(s) are positioned to intervene
when rules are not followed and/or if safety becomes a concern for another reason. Definitions used in outlining the rules are noted at the end
of the document.
A. When using equipment that is potentially dangerous, a responsible person1 will be with the cloverbud at all times2 guiding and monitoring

their involvement. Examples of potentially dangerous equipment include sewing machines and power tools.
B. Cloverbuds may only participate in wildlife educational opportunities of the 4-H Shooting Sports/Wildlife program. Cloverbuds may not

handle any equipment, including fire arms and archery equipment.
C. Cloverbuds must wear appropriate safety helmets when riding horses or bicycles.
D. When cloverbuds and animals (including beef, cats,dairy, dogs, goats, horse, lama, pets, poultry, rabbit, swine and sheep)

are together at a 4-H program or participating at the county fair as a 4-H member, the following rules apply:
● The responsible person1 must be in control3 of the animal at all times2 and never turn the control over to the cloverbud.

o It is the expectation that the responsible person1 will be in control3 of the animal at
all times of the 4-H experience including but not limited to all of the following
situations: to and from the trailer, to and from the wash rack, to and from the barns,
in the barns, in the stall, to and from the show arena and in the show arena.

o It is not acceptable to use more than one lead rope or halter with any animal as this
turns at least some control over to the cloverbud.

o During judging, the cloverbud should walk next to the parent/responsible person1,
available to learn from the project leader and/or to dialog with the evaluator/judge.

● Cloverbuds may safely interact with their animal through participation in a limited number
of non-competitive classes at 4-H sponsored practice sessions/clinics, fun shows and
county fairs. The purpose is to provide youth an opportunity to experience being in the ring with a judge present and to feel the pride
that comes with this experience. Appropriate examples of participation are described as follows:
o Cloverbuds may participate with beef, dairy, dog, goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, and swine in a Cloverbud Showmanship Class.
o Cloverbuds may participate with a sheep in two classes: Cloverbud Showmanship or Cloverbud Lamb Lead.
o Cloverbuds may participate with a lama in two classes: Cloverbud Costume or
Cloverbud Showmanship.
o Cloverbuds may participate with a horse in three classes: Cloverbud
Halter/Showmanship, Cloverbud Western Pleasure or Cloverbud Barrels. If the
horse is used in a riding setting, the Cloverbud may sit on the back of the horse
with a responsible person1 in control3 of the horse at all times2. Helmets are
required for the Cloverbud in any riding setting.

Definitions Used in Outlining the Rules

1 A “responsible person” is defined as a screened adult volunteer, youth leader 6th grade and older, parent or other adult who may
appropriately assist with the group.
2 “At all times” includes but is not limited to the following: during all portions of project workshops, club events, club meetings, public
showcases which includes county fairs, demonstrations, or a community event where youth are representing 4-H with an animal.
3 “Control” means assuming responsibility for handling and/or leading the animal. It is the responsibility of the parent/responsible adult to
control the animal at all times.

Questions or Comments

Contact your local Extension Office

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Authors

Developed by Trisha Sheehan, Anita Harris, Jodi Hintzen.
Reviewed by the Policy Task Force (Tamie Bremseth, Sharon Davis, Patrick Jirik, Brad Rugg) and reviewed and adopted by the 4-H

Program Design Team, 2013.

Revised February, 2015
Copyright © 2013, Regents of the University of Minnesota.

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References

4-H Cloverbud Leader’s Guide. Copyright (c) 2013, Regents of the University of Minnesota.

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REDWOOD COUNTY 4-H APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION

Year of Graduation: 2018 or 2019

Graduation Policy: To be eligible for graduation from 4-H you must be able to demonstrate active participation during your
time in 4-H, graduate from high school, or are one year post-secondary.

Graduating from 4-H will be celebrated during Redwood County Fair at 4:30 pm Sunday July 21, 2019 during the County
Fair Award Ceremony held in the 4-H Exhibit Building. Those graduating are asked to attend the ceremony to receive a
small token of our appreciation of your time in 4-H and to wish you well on the next phase of your journey. Refreshments
Provided.

***************************************************
At this time, I, _____________________________________ would like to submit my application for 4-H Graduation

(Please fill out the following)

1. I have been a member of the _______________________ club for _______________ years.

2. My birth date is _________________________________________________

3. Please provide a brief description of the role you filled in your 4-H Club.
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

4. What type of leadership role did you fill in your club and/or Redwood County 4-H:
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

5. My Favorite 4-H Experience: ___________________________________________________________
My Most Rewarding Experience:________________________________________________________
My Most Challenging Experience:________________________________________________________
One Piece Of Advice For Future 4-H’ers:__________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________

6. Please Provide 2-3 constructive suggestions which would help strengthen our 4-H Program.
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Signed:_____________________________________(member) Date:__________________________

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