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Cherokee County Permit No. 209
209 Centennial Dr., Ste A Cherokee, Iowa
Cherokee IA 51012
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2021
July 21 - 25
4-H Department
98th Annual
Cherokee County Fair
Table of Contents NOTES
ISU Extension and Outreach Staff…………………………………………………………………………..3
4-H Fair Schedule…………………………………………………………………………………………………4-5
County Youth & 4-H Committee, Livestock Committees, Club Leaders…………………..6
4-H Building Exhibits General 4-H Rules & Regulations………………………………………..7-9
Building Host Schedule…………………………………………………………………………………………..9
Static Exhibits Animal Classes………….……………………………………………………………………10
Agriculture and Natural Resources……………………………………………………………..……10-11
Creative Arts…………………………………………………………………………………………………...11-14
Family Consumer Sciences………………………………………………………………………………14-17
Personal Development………………………………………………………….…………………………18-19
Science, Engineering & Technology………………………………………….………………………19-20
Clothing Events………………………………………….…………………………………………………….21-22
Communications……………………………………………………………….…………………..………..22-24
Cherokee County Classes Only……………………………………………….………………………..25-27
Clover Kids Fair Showcase…………………………………………………….………………………….28-29
4-H Livestock Exhibits General Rules…………….………………………………………………….30-31
Health Requirements………………………………….…………………………………………………...31-32
Code of Ethics………………………………………………...……………………………………………….33-34
Livestock Premiums……………………………………………………………………………………………..35
Herdsmanship……………………………………………………………………………………………………...35
Showmanship……………………………………………………………………………………………………….35
Livestock Judging………………………………………………………………………………………………….36
Beef…………………………………………………………………...…………………………………………...37-44
Dairy………………………………………………………………………...……………………………………..44-46
Goats……………………………………………….………………………………………………………………46-47
Sheep……………………………………………………………….……………………………………………..48-50
Swine……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...50-53
Equine…………………………………………………….……………………………………………………….53-57
Rabbit…………………………………………………………….………………………………………………..58-59
Poultry…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….59-63
Exotic Animals……………………………………………………………………………………………………...63
Small Pets…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….64
Dog Obedience……………………………………………………………….………..……………………..64-65
2 67Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
STAFF
Regional Extension Education Director ……….…………..Terry Janssen
County Program Coordinator ………………….………………Mary Tuttle
Swine Field Specialist ………………………………….…………..Dave Stender
County Youth Coordinator ………………….…………………..Debbie Erpelding
Office Assistant ………………………………..………………………Jen Gaydo
Marketing ……………………………………………………………….Kiley Kaufman
2021 Entry and Judging Schedule
Saturday, July 17, 2021
CLUBS EXHIBITING in the 4-H Exhibit Building are encouraged to decorate their booth.
Decorations should identify the club and provide an attractive display area.
This year’s theme is “Quest to be your Best”.
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EVALUATION TIMES FOR NON-LIVESTOCK ITEMS
4-H’ers exhibits will be evaluated at the following times. The scheduled clubs have
priority in their time slot. Those with conflicts may have exhibits evaluated at a
different time than scheduled if the judge is available. Please contact the Extension
Office if you have a conflict.
Exhibits need to be ready 15 minutes BEFORE exhibit judging time.
Saturday (approximate times)
9:30 10:00 am Quimby Clover
10:00 10:30 am Country Pioneers
10:30 11:00 am Jr Chefs
11:00 12:00pm Stockmen
12:00 12:30pm Cavaliers
12:30 1:15 pm Judges Lunch Break
1:15 2:15 pm Tilden
2:15 2:45 pm Mill Creek
2:45 3:15 pm Cherokee Archery
3:15 pm State Fair Selections
Cherokee County Farm Bureau
Will be taking individual photos at Club Meetings of each 4-H’er for Free
Just a reminder all Static Exhibits need to be placed in Fair Entry no later then
Wednesday, July 14 to be able to bring them to the 2021 Cherokee County Fair.
66 310. Dogs in obedience classes may also be entered in the 4-H Small Pet Show.
2021 Cherokee County Fair 4-H Schedule 11. All exhibitors must be enrolled in 4-H/FFA during the current year and have a
signed “Iowa Youth Code of Ethics” on file at the Extension Office.
Intro
Saturday, July 17—–ENTRY DAY—–
Heel and Figure 8 on leash: Sit for examination on leash, Recall (no finish) on
leash, Long sit (1 min.) on leash, Long down (1 min.) on leash. First year for
9:30am 3:00pm Entry & Judging of 4-H Exhibits both exhibitor and dog, need to attend 4 classes.
1:00pm 3:00pm Clover Kid Entry—Bomgaars Center 800 Pre Novice A
3:15pm State Fair Selection—North 4-H building (building closed) Heal on leash, Figure 8 on leash, Sit for Examination on leash, Sit/Stay
Handler walks the ring/drop leash, Recall (no finish) off leash. 2nd year
exhibitor/2nd year dog or either exhibitor/dog with previous training
Wednesday, July 21, 2021 *********** experience but first year for the other member.
801 Pre Novice B
6:30am 8:30am Weigh all 4-H/FFA Swine & check in with superintendent
Heal on leash, Figure 8 on leash, Sit for Examination on leash, Sit/Stay
8:30am All Swine in place Handler walks the ring/drop leash, Recall (no finish) off leash. 2nd year
10:00 - 11:30am Weigh all 4-H/FFA Beef (market, breeding, and advanced exhibitor/2nd year dog or either exhibitor/dog with previous training
cattle feeding) and check in with superintendent experience but first year for the other member.
Noon All Beef in place 802 Sub Novice A
11:00-Noon Weigh 4-H/FFA Sheep/Meat Goats check in with Heel and Figure 8 leash, Stand for Examination off leash, Heel free off leash,
superintendent Recall with finish off leash, stay—sit or down, handler walks the ring,
5:00pm All Horses in place sit/stay—get your leash
5:00pm All Rabbits in place ***000 Sub Novice B***
5:30pm All Poultry in place and 4-H/FFA Poultry Pullorum tested Heel and Figure 8 leash, Stand for Examination off leash, Heel free off leash,
5:30pm Livestock Judging Check in Recall with finish off leash, stay—sit or down, handler walks the ring,
sit/stay—get your leash
6:00pm Livestock Judging
8:30pm Registration for Glo-Run/Walk South End of Fair Grounds
9:00pm Glo-Run/Walk 803 Novice A
Heel and figure 8 on leash, Stand for Examination off leash, Heel free of leash,
recall with finish off leash, sit stay—get your leash, group exercises—sit and
Thursday, July 22, 2021 ************* down stay, one minute each.
***000 Novice B***
8:00am 4-H/FFA Swine Show—Showmanship — Lower Show Ring
Heel and figure 8 on leash, Stand for Examination off leash, Heel free of leash,
9:30am UltraSound of Advance Cattle—Cattle Barn area recall with finish off leash, sit stay—get your leash, group exercises—sit and
12:00pm 4-H Clover Kids Rabbit Show—Lower Show Ring down stay, one minute each.
12:00pm 4-H/FFA Rabbit Show—Lower Show Ring
3:00pm 4-H Clover Kids Poultry Show—Lower Show Ring
3:00pm 4-H/FFA Poultry Show—Showmanship—Lower Show Ring
5:30pm Presentation of Cavaliers Drill 4-H Club - Expo Show Ring
4 65PETS
1. General Livestock Rules & Regulations and 4-H General Rules & Regulations apply
in this department.
2. All 4-H members are eligible to exhibit in the 4-H Pet Show and 4-H Fun Events. Friday, July 23, 2021 *************
3. All pets must be entered into the correct class on the pre-fair livestock entry form
due into the Cherokee County Extension Office by the pre-fair due date
announced in the “4-H Newsletter”. (If there are not enough pre-fair entries, the 7:45am 4-H/FFA Sheep & Goat Show—Lower Show Ring
show will be cancelled.) 9:30am 4-H/FFA Equine Show—Halter Classes—Outdoor Horse
Arena
4. Members need to have the animals in the pet project on the fairgrounds only for
the time of the show. Entry of pets will take place 1/2 hour before the show. 1:00pm Clover Kids Stuffed Animal Show—North 4-H Building
5:00pm 4-H/FFA Pet Show/Dog Obedience—Lower Show Ring
5. All pets must come on a leash, in a box or cage, or in a bowl.
5:30pm Clothing Event-Commercial Building
6. All exhibitors are responsible for their own pets.
6:30pm “Dottie Donation” - Northside of North 4-H Building
7. Any female animal in season can not be exhibited.
8. An exhibitor is limited to enter in two class, one entry per class.
1000 Cats 1003 Hamsters 1006 Turtles Saturday, July 24, 2021 ***********
1001 Gerbils 1004 Mice/Rats 1007 Birds
1002 Guinea Pigs 1005 Fish 1008 Dogs 7:30am 4-H/FFA Advance Cattle Feeding/
1009 Other 4-H/FFA Bottle/Bucket Show
4-H/FFA Beef Show Showmanship –
DOG OBEDIENCE
4-H/FFA Dairy Show— Showmanship, — Expo Show Ring
1. General Livestock Rules & Regulations and 4-H General Rules &
Regulations apply in this department. 4:00pm County Council Fun Event- Expo Show Ring
2. All dogs must be enrolled on Livestock Identification forms filed at the Extension 5:30pm Pride of Iowa Contest opens to public – North 4-H Building
Office by May 15 of the current year. All dogs must be entered into the correct
class in Fair Entry. Sunday, July 25, 2021 *************
3. All dogs must be immunized against RABIES, DISTEMPER, and PARVOVIRUS. Proof
of immunization is required.
11:00am Overall Senior Showman Competition—Expo Show Ring
4. Mixed and purebred dogs are allowed.
12:30pm Communications—Working Exhibits, Share the Fun—
5. Dogs are to be shown by the 4-H member that owns them and trained them. Commercial Building
6. Any female dog in season may not be exhibited. 3:00pm Fair Queen
3:30pm Release of 4-H Static Exhibits
7. All dogs should be well groomed, free of loose hair, fleas, lice, and ticks. Toenails
should be of suitable length and the eyes and ears clean and clear. 3:30pm Release of 4-H/FFA Animals Exhibits
8. Entry of dogs will take place half an hour before the show. Entries will not remain 4:00pm Fair Clean Up
on the fairgrounds, but rather must be present only for the show. All dogs must be
on leash or crated while waiting for their class to be called.
9. Exhibitors must bring the necessary equipment to provide adequate care for their
dog during waiting periods (water or food).
10. EXHIBITOR CONDUCT. Exhibitors shall not strike dogs nor use any other
unnecessary harsh physical means of disciplining dogs. The exhibitor shall be ready
with the dog when called.
11. This is not an AKC sanctioned dog show. However, AKC rules have been used as
guidelines.
64 52021 COUNTY YOUTH & 4-H COMMITTEE TURKEYS
Jerry Ebert Janet Sullivan Val Cedar Donna Kohn STANDARD BREEDS
Justin Ebert Neal Kruse Byrnn Pritts Kendra Husman Breeds: Beltsville Small White, Black, Bourbon Red, Bronze,
Narragansett, Royal Palm, Slate, White Holland
Caitlyn Ebert Zach Erpelding Jessica Kannegieter
469 Individual Hen 470 Individual Tom
Jen Morse Cal Morse Jeremy Buenger
OTHER BREEDS
Any crossbred or breed not listed in the American Standard of
4-H LIVESTOCK COMMITTEES Perfection
General Livestock Superintendents: Jerry Ebert, *Brad Nelson 472 Individual Hen 473 Individual Tom 482 Other Crossbreds
Swine: Marla Conley, Dan Winterhof, Jeff Kollbaum, *Nick Sullivan ALL OTHER BIRDS
Beef: Brian Tuttle, Jerry Ebert, Brent Bryant, Cody Stowater, Austin Whited *Brad Nelson PEACOCK, GUINEAS, PIGEONS, etc
Advanced Cattle Feeding: Jerry Ebert, * Nick Sullivan Entries in : ALL OTHER BIRDS will be divided into lots and sub-lots based on
Sheep: Kyle Schmillen *Nick Sullivan their species, age, and sex. First and second places of each sub-lot will
compete for Grand and Reserve Champion in their species/lot. The Grand and
Advanced Sheep Feeding: Kyle Schmillen, * Nick Sullivan Reserve Champion in each lot will compete for the Grand and Reserve of ALL
OTHER BIRDS.
Goats: Justin Ebert, Shelby Meyer,* Nick Sullivan
475 Individual Female 476 Individual Male
Dairy: Scott and Sally Wilkie, * Nick Sullivan
Equine: Val Cedar, Jen Morse, Sara Husman *Peggy Corrington
Poultry: Jerry Ebert, Justin Ebert, * Nick Sullivan
EXOTIC ANIMALS
1. General Livestock Rules & Regulations and 4-H General Rules & Regulations apply
Rabbit: Ron Halverson, * Nick Sullivan in this department.
Livestock Judging Contest: Becky Whited, * Nick Sullivan 2. Animals that do not fit into other divisions are eligible for this department.
*Fair Board Representative to Committee 3. Pot-bellied pigs may not be exhibited due to the fact that all swine exhibited at the
4-H CLUB LEADERS Cherokee County Fair are sent for harvest following the show.
Cavaliers: Tasha Timmerman, Cal and Jen Morse, Sara Husman 4. Classes/lots will be broken down at the discretion of the superintendent according
to the number/species/breeds of entries.
Cherokee Clover Kids: Debbie Erpleding
5. Animals will not be housed on the fairgrounds. They will arrive the day of show,
Cherokee Jr. Chefs: Cherie Blaise, Anne Blaise, Megan Blaise be judged, and released following the show.
Country Pioneers: Jen Kaskey, Mary Schulenberg, Val Bryant 6. Exhibitors are allowed to use halters or collars in the show ring.
Country Pioneers Clover Kids: Steph Fordyce 7. Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with and/or inform the judge and the
audience about information such as: animal’s name, species, breed, care, feed,
Mill Creek Valley: Sally Wilkie, Tracy Wilkie, Mark Wilkie health, age housing needs, etc.
Mill Creek Valley Clover Kids: Linda Ducommun 8. All exhibitors are highly encouraged to participate in a showmanship contest.
Quimby Clovers: Justin and Tiffany Ebert 9. Animals will be judged on their specific species/breed requirements.
Quimby Clovers Clover Kids: Tiffany Ebert, McKenzie Meyer 1100 Pygmy Goats
Shooting Sports: Nancy and Barry Nelson 1101 Llamas
Stockmen: Kathy Nelson 1102 Other
Tilden Tillers: Becky Whited, Ann Goth, and Ginell Wetter
Tilden Tillers Clover Kids: Steph Spieler, Mandy Erdman
6 63OTHER BREEDS 4-H BUILDING EXHIBITS
Any crossbred or breed not listed in the American Standard of GENERAL 4-H RULES AND REGULATIONS
Perfection
Exhibits will be judged on the Saturday before the fair, according to the judging
439 Individual Pullet/Hen 440 Individual Cockerel/Rooster 479 OtherCrossbreds schedule posted in the 4-H Newsletter. Reminder all Static Exhibits must be in fair
entry at http://cherokeecountyfair.fairentry.com by Wednesday July 14th to take to
DUCKS the fair.
HEAVY WEIGHT 1. This department is open to youth who are participating in 4-H Youth Development
Programs conducted by Iowa State University Extension. All exhibitors must be
Breeds: Appleyard, Aylesbury, Muscovy, Pekin, Rouen, Saxony enrolled in 4-H/FFA/FCCLA during the current year and have signed “Iowa Youth
Code of Ethics” on file at the Extension Office.
442 Individual Hen 443 Individual Drake
2. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the 4-H General Rules and
MEDIUM WEIGHT Regulations and all 4-H department exhibit class rules and regulations.
Breeds: Buff, Cayuga, Crested, Swedish 3. The following general rules and regulations apply to the following departments:
445 Individual Hen 446 Individual Drake Animal Science, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Creative Arts, Family &
Consumer Sciences, Personal Development and Science, Engineering &
LIGHT WEIGHT Technology. 4H’ers must also follow the specific rules in the individual
departments, classes, and lots.
Breeds: Campbell, Harlequin, Magpie, Runner, Welsh
4. 4-H’ers who have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent)
448 Individual Hen 449 Individual Drake are eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair, Exceptions:
BANTAM A. Group exhibits from an entire club may include 4th grade members.
Breeds: Call, East Indies, Mallard B. Exhibitors in 4-H classes are not eligible to exhibit in a similar department
451 Individual Hen 452 Individual Drake of the FFA divisions or vice-versa.
OTHER BREEDS C. Exhibits previously entered in an FFA Ag Science Fair or any other FFA
event or competition may not be entered in any 4-H exhibit class.
Any crossbred or breed not listed in the American Standard of Perfection
5. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’er
454 Individual Hen 455 Individual Drake 480 Other Crossbreds participation in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can
be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in
GEESE the project or program. The exhibitor should determine the class that relates to
their goal.
HEAVY
6. Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright
Breeds: African, Embden, Toulouse restrictions, safety, and approved methods will be disqualified and not put on
public display.
457 Individual Goose 458 Individual Gander
7. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insect), or songbird
MEDIUM feathers and nests may NOT be used in any exhibit.
Breeds: American Buff, Pilgrim, Saddleback Pomeranian, Sebastopol 8. Copyrighted materials and designs may not be used in an exhibit that is presented
460 Individual Goose 461 Individual Gander as original work by the exhibitor. Exhibitors must include permission form the
copyright holder/owner when using copyrighted materials. Exhibitors must give
LIGHT proper credit to the original source of all materials/designs used in exhibits. See
Breeds: Canada, Chinese, Egyptian, Tufted Roman also special rules for Visual Arts and General Copyright information for 4-H’ers.
hhtp://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statefair/handbook.
463 Individual Goose 464 Individual Gander
9. Due to security, we discourage 4-H members from sending items that have
OTHER BREEDS special meaning and historical value as the exhibit or part of an exhibit. The
Cherokee County Fair and Iowa State University Extension & Outreach will use
Any crossbred or breed not listed in the American Standard of diligence to insure the safety of articles entered for exhibition after their arrival
Perfection and placement, but will not be responsible for damage or loss by fire, theft, etc.
466 Individual Goose 467 Individual Gander 481 Other Crossbreds
62 710. Large items such as tractors, outdoor equipment, etc., may be displayed outside CONTINENTAL
the exhibit buildings. Exhibitors of large exhibits selected for the Iowa State Fair Breeds: Barnevelder, Campine, Crevecoeur, Faverolle, Hamburg, Houdan,
will be requested to transport them to and from the State Fair. LaFleche, Lakenvelder, Polish (Bearded/Non-Bearded), Welsummer
11. The 4-H’ers goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the 415 Individual Pullet/Hen 416 Individual Cockerel/Rooster
evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning,
workmanship and techniques, and general appearance and design. Exhibitors will ALL OTHER STANDARD BREEDS
receive written evaluation comments on the exhibits and a blue, red, or white
ribbon. Refer too exhibit class evaluation rubrics for detailed evaluation criteria in Breeds: Ameraucana, Araucanas, Aseel, Cubalaya, Frizzle, Malay, Modern
each class. Rubrics are located on each 4-H project page at: Game, Naked Neck (Turken), Old English Game, Phoenix, Shamo, Sultan,
hhtp://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects. Samatra, Yokhama
All judges’ decisions are final. 418 Individual Pullet/Hen 419 Individual Cockerel/Rooster
12. A written explanation, an audio or video recording is to be included as part of each OTHER BREEDS
exhibit. The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following questions about the
exhibit: Any crossbred or breed not listed in the American Standard of Perfection
A. What did you plan to learn or do? 421 Individual Pullet/Hen 422 Individual Cockerel/Rooster 478 Other Crossbreds
(What was your exhibit goal?)
B. What steps did you take to learn or do this?
BANTAMS
C. What were the most important things you learned?
GAME BANTAMS
Exhibitors are encouraged to check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for
Visual Arts, Clothing & Fashion, Home Improvement, and Sewing and Needlework. Breeds: Modern, Old English
424 Individual Pullet/Hen 425 Individual Cockerel/Rooster
“Exhibit Goal” sheets containing the three questions are available from club leaders, SINGLE COMB CLEAN LEGGED OTHER than GAME BANTAMS
the Cherokee County Extension website and the Cherokee County Extension &
Outreach Office. THIS FORM MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR ENTRY! These forms are Breeds: Ancona, Andalusian, Australorp, Campine, Catalane, Delaware,
also acceptable to place in the member’s record keeping system when fair is over. Dorking, Dutch, Frizzle, Holland, Japanese, Java, Jersey Giant, Lakenvelder,
Lamona, Leghorn, Minorca, Naked Neck (Turken), New Hampshire, Orpington,
13. All exhibits, activities, and programs must represent appropriate safety Phoenix, Plymouth Rock, Rhode Island Red, Spanish, Sussex, Welsummer
procedures in the development of the exhibit and during the evaluation process.
This includes static exhibits and activities revolving around the Communications 427 Individual Pullet/Hen 428 Individual Cocker/Rooster
program. ROSECOMB CLEAN LEGGED BANTAMS
14. Exhibit classes are broad categories. To plan exhibits, 4-H’ers are encouraged to Breeds: Ancona, Antwerp Belgian (Bearded d’Anvers), Dominique, Dorking,
use project guides and manuals and program materials to determine goals and Hamburg, Leghorn, Minorca, Redcap, Rhoda Island Red, Rhode Island
learning experiences. Some project manuals include specific exhibit suggestions Whitem, Rosecomb, Sebright, Wyandotte
and procedures. An exhibit can represent an idea, a part, or all learning involved
in the respective project or program. 430 Individual Pullet/Hen 431 Individual Cockerel/Rooster
hhtp://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/page/exhibit-tip-sheets
ALL OTHER COMBS CLEAN LEGGED BANTAMS
15. Members are not limited to one entry per class, but a variety of techniques is
strongly recommended. Breeds: Ameraucana, Araucanas, Buckeye, Chantecler, Cornish, Crevecoeur,
Cubalaya, Houdan, LaFleche, Malay, Polish, Shamo, Sicilian Buttercup,
16. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned: Samatra, Yakhama
*Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size. 433 Individual Pullet/Hen 434 Individual Cockerel/Rooster
*Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, FEATHER LEGGED BANTAMS
model displays, etc., may not exceed 48’ x 48” in size. Breeds: Booted, Brahma, Cochin, D’Uccle (Belgian Bearded), Faverolle, Frizzle,
Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat Langshan, Silkie, Sultan
(unfolded) dimensions.
436 Individual Pullet/Hen 437 Individual Cockerel/Rooster
*Display boxes may not exceed 28’ x 22’ in height or width
and 12’ in depth.
8 614-H KIDS AND CHICKS PROJECT 17. Each club will be assigned an entry and judging time. All members in a club will be
482.5 Kids and Chicks expected to enter at that assigned time. Anyone coming in for judging after the
last scheduled club will be disqualified, unless arrangements have been made
1. 4-H Kids and Chicks will allow 4-H members grades 4-12th without access to prior to judging day. A judge will evaluate the exhibits with the member. Ribbons
Chickens, the opportunity to learn about and show Chickens. will be awarded at that time.
2. 4-H members must be registered with the Kids and Chicks Project. 18. All exhibits must remain in place until 3:30pm on the Sunday of the Cherokee
County Fair but removed before 5:00pm on Sunday. If the exhibitor is unable to
3. The order of sign-up will determine the order you choose your chick for the be present to pick up the exhibits, he/she must arrange for someone else to pick
project. them up. If exhibits are removed early, the 4-H’er will forfeit 4-H Endowment
4. 4-H members will be responsible for the care and feeding of their project at the premiums and lose State Fair eligibility.
fair. 19. Most exhibit classes have specific guidelines and requirements that will be
5. 4-H members are allowed to ID one Kids and Chicks Project. included in the judging process. Members are highly encouraged to go to:
hhtp://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects to find information about judging
6. 4-H members will be responsible for participating in the Cherokee County Fair criteria for exhibits that they create from their 4-H project learning.
clean-up, July 15, 2021.
7. 4-H members will be responsible for participating in cleaning up of the Poultry
Barn on Sunday, July 25, 2021. 4-H Building Exhibit Classes
8. 4-H members are responsible for attending the learning meetings. The following premiums will be awarded in Animal/Vet Sciences,
9. 4-H members will show their project in the Kids and Chicks class and can partici- Agriculture & Natural Resources, Creative Arts, Family and Consumer Sciences,
pate in the showmanship class. Personal Development, Science, Engineering & Technology, and Clothing Event.
Blue Ribbon—$2.00
PEN OF THREE POULTRY COMMERCIAL Red Ribbon—$1.50
400 Market Cockerel White Ribbon—$1.00
401 Laying Flock
402 Market Pullets Building Host Schedule
CHICKENS for Static Exhibits
AMERICAN
Wednesday, July 21 Stockmen
Breeds: Buckeye, Chantecler, Delaware, Dominique, Holland, Java, Jersey
Giant, Lamona, New Hampshire, Plymouth Rock, Rhode Island Red, Rhode 5:00pm—8pm
Island White, Wyandotte
403 Individual Pullet/Hen 404 Individual Cockerel/Rooster Thursday, July 22 Stockmen Mill Creek Country Pioneers
ASIATIC 10am—12pm 12pm—4:00pm 4:00pm—8pm
Breeds: Brahma, Cochin, Langshan
Friday, July 23 Jr. Chefs Tilden Tillers County Council
406 Individual Pullet/Hen 407 Individual Cockerel/Rooster
10am—1pm 1pm—6pm 6pm—8pm
ENGLISH
Breeds: Australorp, Cornish, Dorking, Orpington, Redcap, Sussex
409 Individual Pullet/Hen 410 Individual Cockerel/Rooster Saturday, July 24 Cavaliers Archery Quimby Clovers
MEDITERRANEAN 10am—2pm 2pm—5pm 5pm—8pm
Breeds: Ancona, Andalusian, Catalana, Leghorn, Minorca, Sicilian Buttercup, Sunday, July 25 County Council
Spanish
412 Individual Pullet/Hen 413 Individual Cockerel/Rooster 11am—3pm
60 9ANIMALS CROSSBRED RABBITS
10110 Animal Science Crossbred animals will be judged on the following standard:
Project Page: 45 points on type 35 points on condition 20 points on fur
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/livestock/pets.htm 713 Sr. Buck 714 Sr. Doe
An exhibit (other than the animal itself) that shows the learning about a large 715 Jr. Buck 716 Jr. Doe
or small animal including beef, dairy cattle, dairy goats, dogs, equine, meat
goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, sheep, and swine. Ownership of any animal is 717 Doe 6-8 months 718 Buck 6-8 months
not required.
10120 Veterinary Science
POULTRY
Project Page:
1. General Livestock Rules & Regulations and 4-H General Rules & Regulations apply
hhtp://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/livestock/vetscience.htm in this department.
An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy.
2. This species requires YQCA (Youth for the Quality of Animals) training. See rule
#7 of the General Livestock Rules & Regulations for details
AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
3. Each member is limited to one Market Cockerel exhibit and one Laying Flock
10210 Crop Production and Plant Science exhibit in the Commercial Class.
Project Page: 4. Market Cockerel: Each exhibit consists of three cockerels.
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/cropproduction.htm 5. Laying Flock: Each exhibit consists of three pullets that are about to lay or are
An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field laying.
crops, plant growth, soils and soil fertility, or any other learning related to 6. Each exhibit in each sub-lot must be different breed. (example: An exhibitor may
Crop Production and Plant Science enter a Plymouth Rock hen and a Rhode Island Red hen, but not two Rhode Island
10220 Conservation, Environment and Sustainability Red hens).
Project Page: 7. In the Chickens, Bantams, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, and All Other Birds; over 1 year
old birds will be considered a (cock/hen), under a year old will be considered a
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/environment.htm young birds (cockerel/pullet).
An exhibit that shows the connections between humans and their 8. A limited number of cages are available. Exhibitors should be prepared to furnish
environment including energy, energy conservation, stewardship, conservation, their own cages if necessary. Exhibitors of large birds (gees, turkeys, etc.) should
creating habitat, etc. inquire at the Extension Office about the availability of cages/enclosures.
10222 Entomology
9. All birds, except ducks and geese, must be Pullorum tested by a certified tester
Project Page: within 90 days of entry day at the fair, unless they come from a certified flock, in
which case a certificate is required.
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/entomology
10. First and second place in each lot will compete for the Grand Champion and
Any exhibit that shows learning from an entomology or bee project (excluding Reserve Best of Show trophies.
live specimens) that is an outgrowth or an entomology or bee project learning 11. Grand and Reserve in each class will compete for the Best of Show and Reserve
experience. Includes specimen collections and may include products Best of Show trophies.
(ex: honey) or equipment as part of the display.
12. All breed entries will be judged according to the American Standard of Perfection.
10224 Fish and Wildlife A copy of the American Standard of Perfection is available for check out at the
Project Page: Extension Office.
13. All exhibitors are highly encouraged to participate in a showmanship contest
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/wildlife following the show.
Any exhibit that shows learning about a fish and/or wildlife project or 14. All exhibitors must furnish a padlock for each cage.
program such as identification, habitats, harvest, taxidermy, etc. Any
specimens must have been legally taken and must include information about
date and location of harvest, and who the specimen was acquired from if not
self-harvested. Feral pigs (including Russian/European Boar) are NOT
permitted in taxidermy exhibits.
10 59RABBIT 10226 Forestry
1. General Livestock Rules & Regulations and 4-H General Rules & Regulations apply
in this department. Project Page:
2. This species requires YQCA (Youth for the Quality of Animals) training. See rule #7 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/forestry
of the General Livestock Rules & Regulations for details.
Any exhibit, including collections, that show learning from participation in a
3. Each exhibitor is allowed six regular entries at the Fair. forestry project or program.
4. All livestock in this department must have every indication of good health or will 10230 Horticulture and Plant Science
be sent back home.
Project Page:
5. All rabbits must be tattooed. There will be a county –wide tattoo workshop
offered on June 28th. Workshop 6:30pm—7pm. Tattooing from 7:00pm-8:00pm. http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/Horticulture/default.htm
6. All exhibitors must furnish a padlock for each cage. An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants,
7. Any meat pen or single fryer must be born within 70 days prior to entry day. soils, small fruit production, vegetable and flower gardens, plant nutrition,
careers, etc. (Garden crops and herbs are exhibited in classes in the 4-H
MEAT RABBITS Horticulture Department under 4-H Livestock.)
700 Sr. Pen of Three 10235 Home Grounds Improvement
To consist of three rabbits over 3 1/2 pounds, but not over 5 pounds. Project Page:
Born within 70 days of the fair entry day.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
701 Jr. Pen of Three
An exhibit that shows learning about landscape plans, selection of landscape
To consist of three rabbits under 3 1/2 pounds, born within 70 days of the fair plants, ornamental garden features, home yard improvement, storage sheds,
entry day. careers, etc.
702 Single Fryer 10204 Outdoor Adventures
To consist of one rabbit not over 5 pounds, born within 70 days of the fair Project Page:
entry day.
http://www.exension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/outdoor.htm
COMMERCIAL RABBITS
An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping canoeing,
Commercial Purebred breeds are Checkered Giants, Satins, New Zealand's, fishing, hiking, or other outdoor activities.
Champagnes, Palominos, Californian's, American and Giant Chins, Flemish
Giants, French and English Lops. 10205 Safety and Education in Shooting Sports
Project Page:
703 Sr. Buck over 8 months
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/ShootingSports/htm
704 Sr. Doe over 8 months
An exhibit that shows learning about safe and responsible use of firearms and
705 Jr. Doe up to 6 months archery equipment or wildlife management. (the exhibit may not include
706 Jr. Buck up to 6 months actual firearms; archery equipment allowed if tips are removed from arrows).
707 Doe 6-8 months 10206 Other Agriculture and Natural Resources
An exhibit that shows learning about Agriculture or Natural Resources and
708 Buck 6-8 months does not fit in any of the classes listed above.
FANCY RABBITS CREATIVE ARTS
Fancy Purebred breeds are Angora, Belgian Hares, Standard Chins, Dutch, 10301 Music
English Spots, Florida Whited, Havanas, Harlequins, Netherland Dwarfs,
Polish, Silver Martins, Tans, Rex, Holland, Mini Lops, and Mini Rex. Project Page:
(Lionhead's can be shown as Fancy Breed at 4-H shows.) http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/music.htm
709 Sr. Buck An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composition and
710 Sr. Doe arrangements, instruments, musical style or history.
711 Jr. Buck
712 Jr. Doe 58 1110302 Photography limit of 6 pictures
DISCIPLINED RAIL (RANCH HORSE & WESTERN)
Project Page:
937 Completed Grades 9-12
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/photography.htm
938 Completed Grades 4-8
An exhibit, either photo (s) or and educational display, that shows learning
about photography form choosing a camera to modifying your photo. Still 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY– see rule #20
photos only, not video. WESTERN RIDING (RANCH HORSE & WESTERN) - Required lope
* Photographs may be either black and white or color. They may be * No 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors
processed from negatives, slides, or digital cameras and computer
manipulation programs. Photographs must have been taken since the 937 Completed Grades 9-12
county fair of the previous year.
938 Completed Grades 4-8
* Photographs should be minimum of 5” x 7”. Finished size (including
mounting/matting) of single photograph should not exceed 16” in height or TRAIL(RANCH HORSE & WESTERN)
width. 939 Completed Grades 9-12
* All photographs must be printed on photographic paper. Photos 940 Completed Grades 4-8
printed on canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc. will only be accepted as part on an
educational display that shows learning about photography printing 941 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
techniques, display, merchandising, etc. EGG & SPOON
* Mounted photos can be (a) flush-mounted [no board showing] on 906 Completed Grades 9-12
mounting board, or (b) with mount borders [window mat or flat
mount directly on board]. Exhibitors may cut their own mounting 907 Completed Grades 4-8
boards, use ready-cut window mats or have matting done professionally.
4-H’ers are responsible for design decisions such as border, color and size. 908 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
Framed photographs (including floating frames) will not be judged. POLE BENDING
* Non-mounted photos may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering, such 900 Completed Grades 9-12
as a page protector or Ziploc Baggie. No shrink wrap please.
901 Completed Grades 4-8
* A series is a group of photographs or slides (3 to 5) that are related or tell
a step-by-step story. Photographs must be mounted together in story 902 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
order or sequence. Slides should be numbered. FLAGS
* Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before 942 Completed Grades 9-12
changes.
943 Completed Grades 4-8
* Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate
for public display in a 4-H setting. 944 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
* Must use the photo label that is available from the Cherokee County BARREL RACING
Extension Office.
903 Completed Grades 9-12
10303 Digital Photography
904 Completed Grades 4-8
Project Page:
905 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/photography.htm
SUPERINTENDENT’S CHOICE (Ribbon)
An exhibit, single photo or series of photos submitted electronically, not
printed. Photos in this class will be submitted, viewed, evaluated, and 909 Completed Grades 9-12
displayed electronically. 910 Completed Grades 4-12
* Photographs may be either black and white or color. 911 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
* Photographs will not be printed.
* Entries may be a single photo or a series of photos. A series is a group of
photographs (3 to 5) that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Series
photo entries must have all photos in the series viewable at the same time.
12 57ENGLISH PLEASURE * Photos entered should be submitted in the highest resolution possible. A
ENGLISH—DIVISION finished file size of 1 MB—3MB is recommended.
921 English Pleasure Completed Grades 4-12 * Photos should be submitted in an acceptable and commonly used format
for ease of viewing.
920 English Pleasure 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
* Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate
922 English Equitation Completed Grades 4-12 for public display in a 4-H setting.
923 English Equitation 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20 * Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be
displayed.
These classes may be combined.
* Photos entered in this class will be evaluated on the same evaluation
RANCH HORSE AND WESTERN criteria used for printed photographs.
PONY PLEASURE (under 57”) * Exhibitors must use the Photo Exhibit Label to provide required
information for photo exhibits. The Photo Exhibit Label may be submitted
924 Completed Grades 4-12 electronically with the photo entry.
000 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20(WALK-TROT) 90080 Conservation Photo Contest (Not a State Fair Class)
WESTERN HORSE IDEAL (NO RANCH HORSE) * Photos entered in this class are eligible to be considered for special awards
from the Cherokee County Soil & Water conservation District, if photos depict
000 Completed Grades 9-12—see rule #18 Soil or Water Conservation like: terraces, buffer strips, windbreaks, water
conservation, wetlands or wildlife area
000 Completed Grades 4-8—see rule #18
* There will be a Cherokee County Soil & Water Conservation Commissioner
000 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #18 & #20 at the fair, after static judging, to assist in determining which photos are
RANCH HORSE CONFORMATION (RANCH HORSE ONLY) eligible for this and to help determine the three award places: 1st place, 2nd
place, and 3rd place.
928 Completed Grades 9-12—see rule #19
* No more than 5 photos may be entered per person
929 Completed Grades 4-8—see rule #19
* Photos will be placed on Conservation Photo table after judging
930 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule # 19 & #20
10345 Photography Idea/Educational Display
WESTERN PLEASURE (NO RANCH HORSE)
Project Page: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
926 (57” and Over) - Completed Grades 9-12
927 (57” and Over) - Completed Grades 4-8 An exhibit that demonstrates learning about photography that does not fit
into any previous photography class. This class includes photos printed on
925 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20 (WALK-TROT) canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc. as part of an educational display showing
learning about printing techniques, display, merchandising, etc.
RANCH HORSE PLEASURE (RANCH HORSE ONLY)
931 Completed grades 9-12
Visual Arts
932 Completed Grades 4-8
Project Page: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/project/visualart.htm
933 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20
1. All exhibitors are to include 2 Design Elements and 2 Art Principles in their
HORSEMANSHIP (RANCH HORSE & WESTERN) write-up on the Goal Sheet. For more information be sure to check the
project page, contact your leader or the Extension Office.
934 Completed Grades 9-12
2. Exhibits made from kits or preformed molds will not be accepted. They
935 Completed Grades 4-8 have their own category “Kit Korner”. Exception: Preformed molds
936 1st and 2nd Year Exhibitors ONLY—see rule #20 (WALK-TROT) (greenware, whiteware) may be used to provide the appropriate surface for a
process technique or application of original design.
3. If the exhibit is a finished art object, the source or inspiration of the design,
design sketches, or other process for creating the object and design must be
included.
4. Original works of art must be a creative expression of a design unique to
the artist, or represent a significant modification to an existing design to make
a new and original statement by the artist.
56 135. Exhibition of derivative works created by a 4-H’er is prohibited without the 18. CONTINUED: place the tack neatly on the ground alongside of the equine on the
written permission of the original copyright holder/owner. Use of left side. Once unsaddled the exhibitor may then take up the reigns and set the
copyrighted or trademarked designs, images, logos, or materials in 4-H visual equine up for inspection by the judge. Bits may be checked by the judge. After all
arts exhibits is prohibited unless written permission has been obtained form equine have been inspected by the judge, and the judge’s card is ready to be
the copyright or trademark holder/owner. For additional information, see marked, the exhibitors shall be signaled to re-saddle their equine and await results
4-H Exhibit Copyright information at: of the class. 1st and2nd year exhibitors will be allowed to have helpers assist them
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/visualart.htm with re-saddling. If Junior (grades 4-8) class exhibitors need assistance, please visit
10305 Visual Arts Original Art with the equine department superintendent prior to Class 924.
An exhibit that shows learning through creation of original art. Original art is 19. The Ranch Horse Conformation Class is designed to showcase the conformation
a one of a kind, non replicable design of your creation. By using one medium necessary for a ranch horse to do his job under saddle. Equine are ridden into the
or a combination, an individual creates an authentic work of art that is not ring for judging. After walking to the judge and trotting past, equine are lined up
recognizable as another's work. You must explain the application of the most by the ring person along the rail, facing the center of the arena with ample space
relevant design element(s) and art principle(s) featured in this exhibit. between each entry. The exhibitor will then dismount, proceed to ground-tie and
Describe your inspirations, reasons, feelings, and/or motives for creating this unsaddle the equine, placing the tack along-side the equine on the left side. When
work of art. unsaddled, the exhibitor may then take up the reins and stand the equine up for
10305.2 Visual Arts Design, Process, or Technique Exploration: inspection by the judge. Bits may be checked by the judge. After all equine have
been inspected by the judge, and the judge’s card is ready to be marked, the
This exploration class emphasizes process and provides an individual the exhibitors shall be signaled to re-saddle their equine, and await the judge’s
opportunity to explore a medium, practice a skill, or study and apply elements placings. First and 2nd year exhibitors will be allowed to have helpers assist them
and principles of art and design. An explanation of the application of design with re-saddling. If Junior (Grades 4-8) class exhibitors need assistance, please
elements or art principles used when making the exhibit must be included. visit with the equine department superintendent prior to Class 924.
This exhibit may be an object, portfolio, display, poster, or organized
sketchbook. If a non-original design source is used, its origin (where the idea 20. Classes 902, 905, 908, 911, 920, 923, 925, 930, 933, 936, 941 and 944are for 1st
was found, any pictures, sketches, etc.) must still be credited, acknowledged and 2nd year exhibitors only. If you exhibit in these classes, you are not eligible to
or have copyright permission obtained. See visual arts special rule #5. exhibit in Classes 900, 901, 903, 904, 906, 907, 909, 910, 921, 922, 926, 927, 931,
10305.3 Visual Arts Other Visual Art Ideas/Topics: 932, 934, 935, 937, 938, 942, and 943 (1st and 2nd year exhibitor classes are
meant for 4-H’ers with limited riding/show experience and are open to all equine.
Exhibits might include the study and research about an individual artist, style, craft, If the exhibitor has the experience/comfort level to enter the grade 4-8 or grad 9-
business or marketing process, planning group tour, career options, etc 12 level classes, they may do so; however, they cannot enter a mix of both levels).
FAMILY & CONSUMER 21. Equine should not be ridden in any areas south of the Expo Building.
10410 Child Development 22. For safety reasons, while on the fairgrounds, equine may only be ridden by the
Project Page: 4-H’er. If a 4-H’er needs assistance with their animal, a member of 4-H’er’s
immediate family or other adult may receive approval to ride the animal after
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/childdevelopment.htm discussing the situation with the equine department superintendent and receiving
An exhibit that shows learning about children. Examples: Child care, growth permission to do so. Professional groomers and/or trainers are prohibited.
and development, safety and health, children with special needs, and career in 23. An Equine Sportsmanship Award will be given to 1 exhibitor who demonstrates
child development.
the 4-H slogan “to win without bragging, lose without squealing” for the equine
10420 Clothing and Fashion show day. There will be a highpoint exhibitor award for each age division for the
equine show day ( Sr. , Jr., and 1st & 2nd year). Points will be based on class
Project Page: placings and the number of exhibitors in each class. Tabulation will be kept in the
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/clothing.htm announcer’s office.
* Constructed/Sewn Garments & Accessories HALTER
912 Pony Halter—Mares & Geldings 38inches and below
A constructed garment or accessory (sewn, knitted, crocheted, or other
process) that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, 913 Pony Halter - Mares & Geldings 39inches to 56 inches
wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be
intended to be worn by humans. 916 Two & Three Year Old Mares 917 Two & Three Year Old Geldings
* All exhibitors are to include 2 Design Elements and 1 Art Principles in their 918 Aged Mares (4 years & older) 919 Aged Geldings (4 years & older)
write-up on the Goal Sheet. For more information be sure to check the Halter Mare Championship Halter Gelding Championship
project page, contact your leader or the Extension Office.
* Outfits or accessories which will be worn during a wardrobe Clothing Event 999 Showmanship—Open to all horse exhibitors, Seniors
at the Iowa State Fair, may not be entered as a 4-H Iowa State Fair exhibit. (completed Grades 9-12), followed by Juniors (completed Grades 4-8),
followed by 1st and 2nd year exhibitors
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