RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR - AUGUST 2ND - 7TH 2021 RBC FAIR BOARD & CSU EXTENSION OFFICE
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RIO BLANCO
AUGUST 2ND - 7TH 2021
COUNTY FAIR
RBC FAIR BOARD & CSU EXTENSION OFFICE
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 1
2021 RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR DEDICATION
Rio Blanco County Commissioners
1921-2021
Rio Blanco County has a rich history filled with western tradition, uplifting community
support, and good old country fun at the county fair. The Rio Blanco County Fair has been
an annual celebration showcasing and promoting the unique talents, skills, and agricultural
prowess our residents possess.
On this one hundredth anniversary of the Rio Blanco County Fair, it is a privilege to
dedicate this year’s fair book to the County Commissioners serving from 1921 to 2021.
A centennial milestone such as this could not have been reached without their excellent
support throughout the years. From all walks of life, these outstanding individuals devoted
themselves through their service to carrying forward our local traditions and have
continuously played a critical role in the success of our county fair. At this year’s fair, we
honor our past and present commissioners with an immeasurable gratitude. We are
inspired by the spirit of common purpose that has always guided Rio Blanco County
throughout history and for future generations to come.
Ty Gates Ed Coryell R. S. Lough
Si Woodruff Dr. Allan Jones Herbert Morlan
Gary Moyer W. Grant Peel K. W. Phillippi
Jeff Rector Tim Schultz Thomas Franks
Jeff Eskelson Dale Frisby James Coordes
Jon Hill Bill Brennan Fred A. Nichols
Shawn Bolton Bill Brown Thomas J, Cassidy
Kai Turner Harry Peacock Dennis Murray
Joe Collins Jay Rector W. D. Simms
Forrest Nelson Charles Bloomfield R. C. Russell
Ken Parsons Hugh Caldwell John Kenney
Kim Cook William (Bill) Murray Frank M. Green
David H. Smith Ivo Shults S. M. Sanford Green
Don Davis Martin Villa H. S. Simp Harp
Peggy Rector Harvey Dickerson J. A. Bills
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fair Dedication, Commissioners 1921-2021................ 2 7 - Photography......................................... 22
Commissioners Welcome............................................. 4 8 - Booths.................................................. 23
CSU Extension Welcome.............................................. 4 9 - Wool Fleece......................................... 23
Fair Schedule............................................................... 5-7 Team Roping............................................. 25
Fair Contests & Activities............................................. 8-9 10 - Open Horse Show Comp................... 25
Fair Entry...................................................................... 10 11 - Open Beef.......................................... 26
Departments 12 - Open PeeWee Swine.......................... 27
1 - Horticulture & Field Crops.......................... 13 13 - Open Sheep....................................... 27
2 - Flowers...................................................... 14 14 - Open Goat......................................... 27
3 - Foods.....................................................15-17 15 - Open Poultry...................................... 28
4 - Needlework & Sewing............................18-19 16 - Open Rabbit....................................... 28
5 - Hobbies & Crafts........................................ 20 Open Class Entry Form......................................... 29
6 - Art.............................................................. 21 Event Participant Waiver........................................ 30
RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR BOARD WELCOME
On behalf of the Rio Blanco County Fair Board, we are excited to welcome all fair participants and attendees
to join in celebrating Rio Blanco County’s 100th Centennial Year Fair. Coupled with over 100 years of history
and some new and exciting attractions, this year’s fair is sure to be a success. Mark your calendars and join
us this summer as we celebrate the Centennial Gem Fair.
RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR BOARD
Quentin Smith – President Ed Coryell
Alex Plumb – Vice President Melissa Dembowski
Karen Arnold – Secretary Clint Shults
Renae Neilson – Treasurer Jennifer Hill
Crandal Mergelman
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 3
RIO BLANCO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELCOME
It is hard to believe that the annual Rio Blanco County Fair has been running successfully for 100 consecutive years held
in Meeker. During the first county fair Warren G. Harding was President of the United States and Babe Ruth hit his 138th
home-run. It is safe to say a lot has changed in 100 years!
With all the changes our world has seen over the past 100 years, it is good to know some things stay the same, for instance
the culture and heritage that Rio Blanco County is built on. We support the long standing tradition of farming and ranching,
as it is truly a part of our past, present and future. The Rio Blanco County
Fair Board has continued the process of improving the fair, this is only made
possible by the dedication of a large group of volunteers and staff. This
includes the fair board, committees, 4-H leaders, partners, and all others
that pitch in to make this event a huge success.
When you visit the Rio Blanco County Fair take the time to acknowledge the
hardwork and dedication the exhibitors have put into their project or raising
quality animals. These continued efforts contribute to our western Colorado
heritage and a tradition that will hopefully continue for another 100 years!
Rio Blanco County Commissioners:
CSU EXTENSION Ty Gates, Jeff Rector & Gary Moyer
Welcome to the 100th Anniversary of the Rio Blanco County few decades. Kids! Look for your parents and grandparents
Fair! Wow! 100 years! A lot has changed during that time in in these photos. We found some great pictures of today’s
Agriculture, Extension, 4-H, and our County Fair. Make sure leaders who were 4-H members back in the day. Ranch
that you stop by our booth in the OEH to see the Meeker and 4-H Information gathered for this display will be shared
Herald Newspaper from 1921 and its coverage of the first with the local museums for preservation and uploaded to the
ever County Fair. Horses and Livestock played a big role State Historical website.
back then as well as Agricultural, Farm, Dairy and Mineral
Exhibits. There was even music provided by the Meeker Come to the Centennial Gem Fair and make a connection
Band. with our history and celebrate today’s 4-H youth and their
livestock and indoor projects. They work very hard each
Agriculture and livestock operations have provided the base year to carry on
of our local economy and culture over the years; surviv- 4-H traditions
ing through good times and hard times while adapting to and show you
change. We want to honor these pioneers by recognizing what they have
the Centennial Farms that still exist in Rio Blanco County to- learned.
day. Among other criteria, Centennial Farms must be work-
ing farms or ranches held by the same family continuously
for 100 years or more to qualify. Come see our display.
Extension Programs and 4-H clubs
have also evolved over time. Be sure to
check out our old scrapbooks showing
articles and photographs over the last
Linda Masters
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CSU Extension
RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, July 15
Before 5:00 PM All Open Entries, 4-H/FFA Entries, Horse Show, Talent Show, Booths FairEntry.com
and Lil’ Buckaroo Rodeo Entries are Due (Excluding Open Indoor
Exhibits)
Thursday, July 22
Before 5:00 PM Last Entries Due - A $10.00 late fee per entry will apply Extension Office
Saturday, July 24
9:00 AM 4-H County Shoot-Off Rangely Range
Monday, July 26
3:00 PM Fashion Revue Clinic Fairfield Center
Friday, July 30
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM Open Ranch Horse Show Check-In Crowsnest/Bucking Chutes
9:00 AM - Finish Open Ranch Horse Show Outdoor Arena
1:00 PM Fashion Revue Judging Fairfield Center
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Cake Decorating Contest Fairfield Center
5:00 PM Fashion Revue Show Fairfield Center
Upon completion of Team Roping Signup Crowsnest/Bucking Chutes
Horse Show
Following Signup Team Roping Outdoor Arena
Saturday, July 31
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Open Horse Show Check-In (Halter, English, Western & Gymkhana) Crowsnest/Bucking Chutes
8:30 AM Open Horse Show, PeeWee & Lead Line Outdoor Arena
Monday, August 2
9:00 AM Dog Show (photos to be taken immediately after show) 4-H Building
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 4-H General Projects Check-In, Judging & Interview Exhibit Hall
Tuesday, August 3
9:00 AM Premier Exhibitor, Supreme Sheep & Goat Award Interviews 4-H Building
12:00 PM All Market Livestock Must be Stalled (Rabbits on Wednesday) Livestock Barn
1:30 PM All Livestock Exhibitors Meeting/Group Photo 4-H Building
2:00 PM Beef Official Weigh-In / Livestock Exhibitor Check-In Livestock Barn
****** Sheep Official Weigh-In / Livestock Exhibitor Check-In Livestock Barn
****** Goat Official Weigh-In / Livestock Exhibitor Check-In Livestock Barn
****** Swine Official Weigh-In / Livestock Exhibitor Check-In Livestock Barn
****** Poultry Official Weigh-In / Livestock Exhibitor Check-In Livestock Barn
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 4-H Barnyard Olympics Lawn
Wednesday, August 4
8:00 AM Rabbits Penned Baseball Field
8:30 AM Rabbit Official Weigh-In / Livestock Exhibitor Check-In Baseball Field
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Booth Assembly - Must be done by this timeframe 4-H Building
9:00 AM Rabbit Show - Showmanship, Market, Breeding & Open Baseball Field
30 min following Show Rabbit Show - Livestock Sale Nominations Baseball Field
End of Show All Open & Breeding Rabbits Released after Show Baseball Field
*** Schedule is subject to change ***
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 5
RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
****** Poultry Show - Showmanship, Market, Breeding & Open 4-H Building
30 min following Show Poultry Show - Livestock Sale Nominations Showring Table
12:00 PM Small Animal Knowledge Bowl 4-H Building
12:00 PM All Breeding Animals Must Be Stalled (except Rabbits) Livestock Barn
Before 5:00 PM Buyback Bids Due to RBC Budget & Finance Office Sealed or Email
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Indoor Open Exhibit Check-In (Exhibit Halls Closed) Exhibit Hall
5:00 PM Goat Show - Showmanship, PeeWee Showmanship, Market, Breeding 4-H Building
& Open
30 min following Show Goat Show - Livestock Sale Nominations Showring Table
8:00 PM Lil’ Buckaroo Entries Due Extension Office
Thursday, August 5
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Indoor Open Exhibit Check-In including Wool (Exhibit Hall Closed) Exhibit Hall
7:00 AM Buyback Bids Opening by Fair Board Extension Kitchen
9:00 AM All Indoor Open Exhibits/Coloring & Design Contest Entries Due Exhibit Hall
9:00 AM Swine Show - Showmanship & PeeWee Showmanship 4-H Building
10:00 AM Indoor Open Exhibit Judging (Exhibit Hall Closed) Exhibit Hall
*** Schedule is subject to change ***
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RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Rio Blanco County Stockgrowers BBQ & Woolgrowers Lamb Kabob Lawn
12:00 PM Sheep Lead Contest 4-H Building
1:00 PM Sheep Show - Showmanship, PeeWee Showmanship, Market, Breeding 4-H Building
& Open
30 min following Show Sheep Show - Livestock Sale Nominations Showring Table
6:00 PM Swine Show - Market 4-H Building
30 min following Show Swine Show - Livestock Sale Nominations Showring Table
5:00 PM RBC Backyard BBQ Contest Setup Track
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Exhibit Hall open for viewing Exhibit Hall
Friday, August 6
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM RBC Backyard BBQ Contest Cookoff Track
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Exhibit Hall open for viewing Exhibit Hall
9:00 AM Dairy Show - Showmanship, Breeding & Open 4-H Building
9:30 AM Beef Show - Showmanship, Market, Breeding & Open 4-H Building
30 min. folliwng Show Beef Show-Livestock Sale Nomination Showring Table
2:00 PM Talent Show Check-In Stage
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Talent Show & Fashion Show Stage
5:00 PM RBC Backyard BBQ Contest Judging Track
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 4-H/FFA Round Robin 4-H Building
5:30 PM RBC Backyard BBQ Contest People’s Choice Judging Track
7:00 PM Lil’ Buckaroo Rodeo Outdoor Arena
Saturday, August 7
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Exhibit Hall open for viewing Exhibit Hall
9:00 AM Rabbit & Poultry Sale Photos Photo Backdrop
9:30 AM Goat Sale Photos Photo Backdrop
10:00 AM Sheep Sale Photos Photo Backdrop
11:00 AM Cattle Sale Photos Photo Backdrop
****** Swine Sale Photos Photo Backdrop
9:30 AM Cloverbud Show & Tell Exhibit Hall
10:00 AM Pet Rock & Rock Rolling Contest Front Parking Lot
11:00 AM Rabbit Chase 4-H Building
12:00 PM Buyers Luncheon Grandstands
12:30 PM Presale Awards & Activities 4-H Building
1:30 PM 4-H/FFA Junior Livestock Sale Sale Arena
6:00 PM Non-Sale Livestock Released Livestock Barn
6:00 PM Free Concert, Dance & Lion’s Club BBW Outdoor Arena
6:30 PM Indoor Exhibits and Booths Released - Premium Payouts Exhibit Hall
Sunday, August 8
7:00 AM Load Out Sale Animals Livestock Barn
Wednesday, August 11
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Last Day to Pick up Indoor Exhibits & Indoor Premium Payout Extension Office
*** Schedule is subject to change ***
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 7
FAIR CONTESTS & ACTIVITIES
RABBIT CHASE COLORING AND DESIGN
The annual Rabbit Chase will take place in the 4-H Building. CONTESTS
There are two age divisions for this event: Children ages 2-3 Coloring Contest - Pick up a coloring contest sheet at the
and ages 4-5. Rabbits will be turned loose in a small pen in the Extension Office and return your colored entry by Thursday,
showring. Youth in each division will have a chance to chase and at 9:00 am. Design Contest - Take your artistry to the
catch a rabbit. Please be prepared to take a bunny home if one next level by designing the 2022 Coloring Contest picture.
is caught! All designs should be black and white outlines and not colored in.
PET ROCK & ROCK ROLLING
CONTESTS
This popular contest will be held on Saturday at 10:00 am in the
Front Parking Lot of the Fairgrounds! Competition is open to any
rock owners willing to publicly claim and name their pet rocks and
have the confidence in their pet to be a winner. You must provide
your own rock. Judge’s decisions will be final, and the superinten-
dent reserves the right to alter the course in case of an emergency.
There will be two contests: Best Dressed and Furthest Roll.
Best Dressed Rules: Pet Rocks will be judged for the most
original and most outstanding costumes. All entries need to be
LIL’ BUCKAROO RODEO turned in on Saturday from 9:00-10:00 am.
Join us for all the excitement with the Lil’ Buckaroo Rodeo! We Furthest Roll Rules: Rock must race free from all man-made
will have mutton bustin’, calf riding, steer riding, poles, barrel alterations, clothing, or adornments. Pets must compete from a
races, flag races, breakaway roping, and goat tying (or ribbon standing start and maintain a right course on a track designed
pull for the younger buckaroos). Youth ages 2-18 are invited to by the contest superintendent. All rocks must weigh at least 2
try their hand at a little rodeo action. Entry deadline is July oz. and not more than 5 lbs. The pet rock traveling the furthest
15th, 2021, late entries will be excepted up to Friday August straight distance from start to finish will be declared the winner.
6th, 2021 at 5:00 pm with a $10.00 late fee. HELMETS ARE
MANDATORY FOR HORSE SPEED & ROUGH STOCK EVENTS.
PARTICIPANTS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN HELMETS.
RIO BLANCO COUNTY’S
BICYCLE HELMETS OR HELMETS OF SIMILAR GOT TALENT OPEN
COMPOSITION WILL NOT BE ALLOWED!! Showcase your talents on Friday from 3-5 pm. Bring us your
under four-minute talent, whether that be singing, tap danc-
ing, magic tricks, and more. Sound technician and micro-
phones will be provided, but you must provide your own CD
music, instruments, props, etc. All Entries must be in by, July
15, by 5 pm. No entries will be accepted after this time.
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FAIR CONTESTS & ACTIVITIES
SHEEP LEAD CONTEST
Sheep lead is an excellent opportunity for our youth to get in the
show ring and have more than a bit of fun. Our shepherds will be
judged on general appearance, garment appropriate to the fair
theme, animal control, and personality. This year we will be adding
the category of Mentor & Me. This new category is designed for
our youth to have an opportunity to show with a mentor of their
choice. It could be anyone from a parent, sibling, family friend,
or any other mentor you can think of. Mentors may also lead a
sheep or help the youth contestant lead their sheep. If you do not
have a sheep, our Cloverbud leader has very loving, show ready
sheep available for the contest with a small donation of $5.00 to
our Cloverbud program. Our sheep lead is dedicated to buying all
awards and mementos locally. We want our community to know
that all donations we receive are put back into Rio Blanco Coun-
ty’s small business. All participants will receive a memento of our
Centennial Gem sheep lead. We will be awarding 1st-3rd place RIO BLANCO COUNTY WOOLGROWERS
in the following classes. Exhibitor ages are set as of 12/31/2020. SUPREME SHEEP & GOAT AWARDS
• Entries are $10.00, and Entry forms can be picked up at the Criteria for “Supreme Award”
Extension Office. • An oral interview will be conducted. Please sign-up ahead
Classes: of time so you know when you will need to be ready to
• 4 years and under interview. The interviewers will ask questions regarding the
• 5-7 years wool and sheep industry and the 4-H sheep project or the goat
• 8-18 years industry and the 4-H goat project. Successfully answering 50% of
• Mentor & Me. the questions will be regarded as satisfactory to advance for
Sheep Lead Rules: consideration for the “Producers Award” or the “Long Dock”
1. The contestant must be a Rio Blanco County resident. awards.
2. Sheep lead contestant’s outfit must be at least 60% wool. • Study guides are available at the Extension Office.
Please note that contestants must provide their own outfits, • Interview scoring will decide the final placing. Top three goat
but they need not be homemade. and/or lamb exhibitors will receive 50%, 30%, and 20% of
3. Mentor & Me - our Mentors are considered contestants and cash awards, respectively.
must dress appropriately. • Youth must report to the office and sign up for interviews.
4. Please be prepared to show verification of wool. This is an optional award program, youth not signing up for
5. A $10.00 entry fee, entry form, and typed double spaced de- an interview or failing to report will not be considered for
scription of contestant sheep and outfit must be to the exten- awards.
sion office by July 15, 2021.
6. 2021 Fair Theme – Cenntenial Gem “Producers Award”
If a sheep is not entered at the fair, please notify the extension • This award will be given to those 4-H members who raise
office so that stall space can be provided. If you have any ques- their own animal and participate in the above award criteria 1
tions, please call Kendra Ward at 970-319-9453 and 2 at a satisfactory level. Top three exhibitors will receive
$75, $50, and $25, respectively.
“Long Dock Award”
• A third award will be given to youth exhibiting sheep with a
long dock as measured by the Docking Device. Lambs must
have a tail 0.7 inches or longer using this method. These
youth must also meet the award criteria 1 and 2 at a satisfac-
tory level. Youth will divide $100 evenly.
These awards will be announced and given out on
Achievement Night
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 9
FAIR ENTRY
Rio Blanco County Fair has moved into the 21st century to make Fair Entry easier and more enjoyable for all! Please join
us by pre-entering online as exhibitors on FairEntry.com.
Premiums will be paid out as follows:
For all open entries go to https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/15835, ▪ Grand—$5.00
scroll down, and click on “Not in 4-H and need to create a Fair Entry ▪ Reserve—$4.00
account?” and follow the user-friendly instructions to create an account ▪ 1st place—$3.00
and register your open class entries. If you prefer a paper entry form, ▪ 2nd place—$2.00
please contact the Rio Blanco CSU Extension Office with your paper
▪ 3rd place—$1.00
entry form, 970-878-9490. Pre-entries are encouraged and due by Premiums are paid for
July 15th, 2021, to give the Rio Blanco County Fair Staff time to print indoor exhibits and general
the fair tags for all entries. You may pick these up at the Rio Blanco 4-H projects only
CSU Extension Office or during entry drop-off.
Age Requirements are as follows
You may also submit an entry form by Email, inge.bair@rbc.us or by US
Mail, Rio Blanco Extension Office, 700 Sulphur Creek Road, Meeker, For Departments 1-7
Colorado 81641. ▪ PeeWee (7 & under)
▪ Youth (8 to 14)
▪ High School (15 to 18)
Did you know you can register for fair by: ▪ Adult (19 to 60)
Online ~ Email ~ In Person ▪ Seniors (61 to 74)
▪ Seniors (75+)
▪ Professional
We look forward to seeing you at the 2021 Rio Blanco County Fair!
Page 10 -- CSU Extension Office | 970-878-9490FUN WEEKEND EVENTS!
Friday August 6th RBC Backyard Cookoff
Enter as a Chef and
start cookin’ on
August 5th for the
KCBS Judges!
Taste and Vote for your Favorite
BBQ Entry on August 6th at
5:30pm!
Kids ages 15 and under can enter
the “Kids Q” Competition!
Sign Up:
www.VisitMeekerColorado/rio-
blanco-county-fair
Saturday August 7: Live Music “Ragland”
Americana/Red Dirt band from Tahlequah, OK
Couples $15.00, Individuals $10.00
4H and FFA youth exhibitors free
Bring a chair and enjoy dinner by Meeker Lions Club
& Beverages by RBC Fair Board
www.TheRagland.com
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 11Indoor Departments Page 12 -- CSU Extension Office | 970-878-9490
Department 1 - Horticulture & Field Crops
STANDARDS
• Judging will be according to “Selection, Preparation, and Judging
Vegetables, Fruits, and Flowers,” which is available in the Extension
Office.
• Horticulture should be attractive and uniform.
• Use amounts specified in the Fair Book.
• Labels to include a variety name if known.
• Horticulture exhibits, except berries, are to be displayed on trays.
Trays are available at the Extension Office at or before the Fair. An
exhibit must fit on one tray in a plastic bag.
* Includes all varieties | ** specify the variety
VEGETABLE CLASSES cut, 1” stem attached** 52. 4 Apples (summer), smooth on
1. Head Lettuce (Such as Iceberg)** 26. 2 Winter Squash-Acorn Type** bottom
2. 5 Leaves Leaf Lettuce 27. 1 Winter Squash-Other** 53. 8 Crab Apples*
3. 3 Head Kohlrabi 28. 4 Red Onions 54. 5 Plums*
4. 1 Head Kale 29. 4 Yellow Onions 55. 4 stalks Rhubarb
5. Greens, 3 lb. 30. 4 White Onions 56. 2 lb. Other Fruit*
6. 10 Edible Pod Peas 31. 4 Winter Onions, skin on, & tops
7. 10 English Peas trimmed 2” NOVELTY VEGETABLE CLASSES
8. 1 Head Cauliflower 32. Heads of Garlic trimmed to 2” or 57. Giant Zucchini
9. 1 Full Head Broccoli stems nicely braided 58. Giant Vegetable, other (cabbage,
10. Swiss Chard, 1/4 lb. 33. 1 Bunch of 6 Green Onions, tops trim etc.)
11. 6 Carrots to 6” 59. Novelty formed Vegetable
12. 3 Turnips 34. 6 Green Snap Beans** 60. Novelty Gourds, to fit on 8” plate
13. 1 Eggplant 35. 6 Wax Beans** 61. Vegetable display (6 different
14. 4 Hot Peppers** 36. 6 Purple Beans** vegetables, creatively and attractive-
15. 3 Sweet Peppers** 37. 6 Pole Beans** ly displayed in area not to exceed 36
16. 4 Pickling Cucumbers 38. 6 Radishes** square inches at the base)
17. 4 Slicing Cucumbers 39. 5 Beets, trimmed to 3-4”
18. 1 Head Red Cabbage** 40. 3 Ripe Tomatoes, stems on** FRESH HERBS CLASSES
19. 1 Head Cabbage ** 41. 6 Ripe Cherry Tomatoes, stems on** Fresh Herbs—nice stem or sprig, bagged
20. 1 Pie or Field Pumpkin** 42. 3 Green Tomatoes, stems on** & on plates, not in water.
21. 3 Ears Sweet Corn (shucked) 43. 4 Red Potatoes 62. Basil
22. 3 Summer Squash-Zucchini-Green/ 44. 4 White Potatoes 63. Head Dill, 4” stem, not yet seeded
Gold, under 11”, blossom end re- 45. 1 Domesticated Sunflower/Seeded 64. Oregano
moved, not cut, 1” stem attached 46. 2 lb. Other Vegetable 65. Chives
23. 3 Summer Squash-Zucchini-Green/ 66. Rosemary
Gold, over 9”, blossom end removed, FRUITS CLASSES 67. Mint
not cut, 1” stem attached 47. 1 cup Strawberries* 68. Thyme
24. 3 Summer Squash-Crookneck-Yel- 48. 1 cup Raspberries, red or black* 69. Other
low, blossom end removed, not cut, 49. 1 cup Cherries
1” stem attached** 50. 1 cup Any Other Berries* FIELD CROPS
25. 3 Summer Squash-Straight Neck- 51. 4 Apples (winter), 4 “dimpled” prongs 70. All Varieties
Yellow, blossom end removed, not on bottom, such as delicious
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 13Department 2 - Flowers
STANDARDS
• Judging will be according to “Selection, Preparation, and Judging
Vegetables, Fruits, and Flowers” which is available in the Extension
Office. Submit exhibits with foliage still attached. Stems should be as
long as possible and still retain balance.
• Any container may be used for exhibits.
• Use amounts specified in the Fair Book.
• All flowers and plants will be exhibited indoors, free from frost.
• A spray is two or more flowers.
CUT FLOWER CLASSES 31. 4 Petunias, large ruffled blossom, POTTED PLANTS CLASSES
1. 1 Aster, any color must have stem and foliage 56. Potted Plants, Blooming with blooms
2. 2 Coneflowers, any color 32. 4 Petunias, double ruffled blossom, 57. Potted Plants, Cacti
3. 2 Bachelor Buttons must have stem and foliage 58. Potted Plants, Succulent
4. 3 Bells of Ireland 33. 4 Petunias, mixed blossom, must 59. Potted Plants, Colored Foliage
5. 5 Black-eyed Susan’s have stem and foliage 60. Potted Plants, Green Foliage
6. 4 Calendula 34. Phlox, Summer-flowering garden (1 61. Potted Plants, Vining
7. 3 Clematis stem) 62. Potted Plants, Vining with blooms
8. Cosmos—3 sprays 35. 4 Pinks 63. African Violet in Bloom
9. 1 Dahlia, large (over 8”) 36. 4 Poppies, California 64. Potted Plants, Any Other Kind
10. 3 Dahlia, decorative (4”x 8”) 37. 3 Poppies, Iceland (hair on the stem)
11. 4 Dahlia, miniature (up to 4”) 38. 3 Poppies, Shirley (smooth stem) FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS CLASSES
12. 4 Daisies, Gloriosa 39. 1 Rose, Peace Tea * 65. Mystic Memories (things from the
13. 4 Daisies, Shasta 40. 1 Rose, Tea Open Bloom, any color* past)
14. 4 Daisies, Any Other 41. 1 Rose, Tea Bud, any color* 66. Mountain Splendor (blue)
15. Gladiolus, Cream or White (1 spike) 42. Rose, Floribunda (1 cluster)* 67. Winter Wonderland (white)
16. Gladiolus, Orange (1 spike) 43. 1 Rose, any other open bloom* 68. Desert Sands (pinks, reds, oranges,
17. Gladiolus, Pink (1 spike) 44. 1 Rose, miniature, any kind* & yellows)
18. Gladiolus, Red (1 spike) 45. 4 Snapdragons 69. Irish Dell (green)
19. Gladiolus, Violet or Purple (1 spike) 46. Sweet Peas, 4 stems, any one color 70. Simplicity (light and airy)
20. Gladiolus, Yellow (1 spike) 47. Sweet Peas, 4 stems, mixed colors 71. Anything Goes (any colors)
21. Gladiolus, Bi-Color (1 spike) 48. Perennial Sweet Peas, 4 stems, any 72. Wild Flowers
22. Gladiolus, Any other color (1 spike) 1 color 73. Florist Flower Arrangement using
23. Gladiolus, miniature (1 spike) 49. 6 Violas Commercial Flowers
24. Daylilies (1 stem) 50. 4 Zinnia, small (under 1.5”) 74. Unusual Flower Display
25. True Lily, single 51. 3 Zinnia, medium (1.5”-4”)
26. 3 Marigold, African (6”-8” stems) 52. 3 Zinnia, large (over 4”) MUNICIPAL/BUSINESS CHALLENGE
27. 4 Marigold, French (small) 53. Domesticated Sunflower (1 bloom) CLASSES
28. 4 Nasturtium 54. Commercially Grown Cut Flowers 75. 4 Cut Flowers
29. 6 Pansies in a basket or bowl, must 55. Any Other Flower in budding bowl, 76. Potted Plant
have face foliage 77. Outdoor Planter
30. 4 Petunias, single blossom, must
have stem and foliage *No Premium Payouts for
Municipal/Business Challenge Classes*
Page 14 -- CSU Extension Office | 970-878-9490Department 3 - Foods (Pantry Stores)
FOOD PRESERVATION DIVISION STANDARDS
• All preserved food entries must be canned or dried according to the most recent research-based
USDA or Colorado State University recommendations for a high-altitude area. Check with
your local Extension Office prior to canning for Extension endorsed recipes and instruction and
adjustments needed for high altitude.
• All canned products must be labeled properly. The label must include the following information:
1. Name of product
2. Method of preparation (type of syrup, style of the pack)
3. Method of processing (i.e. water bath, pressure canner—indicate weighted or dial gauge)
4. Processing time, altitude, and pounds of pressure (p.s.i.)
5. Date canned (all entries must have been preserved since the completion of the 2020
contest)
WATER BATH FRUITS & JUICES 23. Any Other Vegetable 41. Plum Jelly
CLASSES 24. Fish 42. Crab Apple Jelly
Must use boiling water bath method. Indi- 25. Chicken 43. Any Two or More Fruit Mix Jelly
cate on label both the method and time. 26. Any Other Meat 44. Any Other Jelly
1. Cherries 45. Healthy Recipes (include recipe)
2. Peaches WATER BATH PICKLED FOODS
3. Pears CLASSES WATER BATH JAMS CLASSES
4. Plums Must use boiling water bath method. Indi- Must use boiling water bath method. Indi-
5. Rhubarb cate on label both method and time. cate on label both method and time.
6. Apples 27. Sweet Cucumber Pickles 46. Peach Jam
7. Applesauce 28. Any Other Sweet Pickled Product 47. Raspberry Jam
8. Tomatoes 29. Dill Cucumber Pickles 48. Strawberry Jam
9. Chutney (include ingredients) 30. Any Other Dilled Product 49. Apricot Jam
10. Syrup 31. Bread and Butter Cucumber Pickles 50. Plum Jam
11. Any Other Fruit or Berries 32. Any Other Bread & Butter Pickled 51. Any Two or More Fruit Mix Jam
12. Apple Juice Product 52. Any Other Jam
13. Tomato Juice 33. Pickled Cucumber Relish (include 53. Healthy Recipes (include recipe)
14. Any Other Juice ingredients)
34. Any Other Pickled Relish (include WATER BATH MISCELLANEOUS
PRESSURE CANNED VEGETABLES & ingredients) CLASSES
MEATS CLASSES 35. Any Other Pickled Product Must use boiling water bath method. Indi-
Must be pressure canned. Indicate on 36. Salsa (include ingredients) cate on label the method and time.
label method, pressure, altitude, and time. 37. Any Other Kind of Sauce (include 54. Strawberry Preserves
15. Wax Beans ingredients) 55. Peach Preserves
16. Green Beans 56. Any Two or More Fruit Mix Preserves
17. Tomatoes, Stewed WATER BATH JELLY CLASSES 57. Any Other Preserves
18. Beets Must use boiling water bath method. Indi- 58. Apple Butter
19. Corn (in pint jar) cate on label both method and time. 59. Any Other Fruit Butter
20. Carrots 38. Chokecherry Jelly 60. Any Marmalade (include ingredients)
21. Cubed Squash or Pumpkin 39. Apple Jelly 61. Any Conserve (include ingredients)
22. Mince Meat (include ingredients) 40. Grape Jelly 62. Healthy Recipes (include recipe)
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 15Department 3 - Foods (Baked Goods)
BAKED GOODS DIVISION STANDARDS
• Limit of three entries/class/exhibitor of different recipe.
• Exhibits must be displayed on trays available at the Fair or the Extension
Office unless the product will not fit on the provided trays.
• Baked products must be placed in clear plastic bags, or they will not be
accepted.
• Cakes and pies must be a standard size—8” or 9“, or layer—and have an
appropriate clear cover.
• No cake in a baking pan will be considered.
• Pies are accepted only in disposable aluminum pans.
PIES CLASSES YEAST BREAD CLASSES COOKIES CLASSES
1. Apple 24. White Bread 47. Sugar Cookies, 1/2 dozen
2. Cherry 25. Whole Wheat Bread 48. Molasses Cookies, 1/2 dozen
3. Cream 26. French Bread 49. Peanut Butter Cookies, 1/2 dozen
4. Custard 27. Sourdough Bread 50. Chocolate Chip Cookies, 1/2 dozen
5. Pumpkin 28. Bread Machine Loaf 51. Oatmeal Cookies, 1/2 dozen
6. Meringue 29. Coffee Cake (yeast dough) 52. Party Cookies, 1/2 dozen
7. Any Other Kind of Pastry 30. Bread from Frozen or Packaged Mix 53. No-Bake Cookies, 1/2 dozen
8. Any Other Pie 31. Plain Rolls, 1/2 dozen 54. Brownies, 1/2 dozen
9. Gluten Free 32. Whole Wheat Rolls, 1/2 dozen 55. Any Other Bar Cookies, 1/2 dozen
33. Rolls from Frozen or Packaged 56. Any Other Cookie, 1/2 dozen
CAKES CLASSES Dough 57. Gluten Free
10. Applesauce Cake 34. Cinnamon Rolls, 1/2 dozen
11. Angel Food Cake 35. Any Other Yeast Bread CANDIES CLASSES
12. Any Layer Cake 36. Any Other Rolls 58. Peanut Brittle, 6 pieces
13. Sponge Cake or Chiffon Cake 37. Gluten Free 59. Fudge, 6 pieces
14. Carrot Cake 60. Caramel, 6 pieces
15. Coffeecake (no yeast dough) QUICK BREAD CLASSES 61. Any Other Candy, 6 pieces
16. Pound Cake 38. Cornbread
17. Fancy Decorated Cake (no size req.) 39. Banana Bread
18. Cheesecake (baked) 40. Zucchini Bread
19. Cheesecake (unbaked) 41. Bread from Packaged Mix
20. Cake from Packaged Mix 42. Bread Machine Loaf
21. Any Other Cake 43. Biscuits, 1/2 dozen
22. Healthy Recipes (include recipe) 44. Muffins, 1/2 dozen
23. Gluten Free 45. Any Other Quick Bread
46. Gluten Free
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MISCELLANEOUS FOODS & FARM FOOD STANDARDS
• Dried products must be in airtight containers. Rolls of fruit
leather may be wrapped in cellophane. Label container with the
processing method used.
• All dried foods should be displayed in appropriate storage
containers (glass jars with rust-free lids, heavy-weight plastic
food-quality bags, vacuum-sealed plastic food bags, etc.)
• Jerky recipes must use Colorado State University recommended
procedures. Deer and elk meat are to include a copy of test
results for Chronic Wasting Disease. This test is mandatory.
MISCELLANEOUS FOODS DIVISION FARM PRODUCTS DIVISION SOAP CLASSES
12. 1 Bar Homemade, From A Kit
MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES EGGS CLASSES 13. 1 Bar Homemade, From Scratch
1. Herbs, dried, 1/4 cup 1. One Dozen White Chicken 14. Miscellaneous Soap
2. Spices, dried, 1/4 cup 2. One Dozen Brown Chicken
3. Fruits, dried, 1 cup 3. One Dozen Green Chicken SAUSAGE CLASSES
4. Vegetables, dried, 1 cup 4. One Dozen other than Chicken 15. Venison, 2 Links
5. Jerky, 4 pieces 16. Pork, 2 Links
6. Fruit Leather DAIRY CLASSES 17. Any Other Meat
7. Granola, 1 cup 5. Cow Milk, 1 pint
8. Snack Food (trail mix, popcorn, etc.), 6. Goat Milk, 1 pint HONEY CLASS
1 cup 7. Hard Cheese, 1/2 pound 18. Jar of Extracted Honey
9. Homemade Wine, 1 bottle 8. Cottage Cheese, 1 pint
10. Homemade Beer, 1 bottle 9. Any Other Cheese, 1/2 pound
11. Any Other Miscellaneous Item 10. Cream, 1 pint
11. Yogurt, 1 cup
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 17Department 4 - Needlework & Sewing
STANDARDS
• Exhibits must be made by the exhibitor and not previously
entered at the Rio Blanco County Fair.
SEWING CLASSES & larger) 48. Centerpiece, over 26 inches
1. Dress 26. Hand Counted X-stitch Picture (less 49. Doily, under 17 inches
2. Jacket than 8x10”) 50. Doily, 17-26 inches
3. Jumper 27. Hand Counted X-stitch Pillow 51. Cape or Shawl
4. Suit 28. Hand Counted X-stitch Other 52. Doily Set
5. Blouse 29. Hand Garment 53. Scarf or Runner
6. Sleepwear 30. Hand Scarves, Place Mats, or 54. Toy
7. Shirt Napkins 55. Doll
8. Infants Wear 31. Hand Candle Wicking 56. Table Topper over 30 inches
9. Skirt 32. Miscellaneous Hand Embroidery 57. Miscellaneous Crochet
10. Vest 33. Machine Pillow Cases (1 pair)
11. Slacks 34. Machine Tea Towels (Set of 2) KNITTING CLASSES
12. Garment, made from a kit 35. Machine Tablecloth or Luncheon 58. Sweater, adult
13. Coat Cloth 59. Sweater, child
14. Sportswear 36. Machine Scarves, Place Mats, or 60. Afghan
15. Pantsuit Napkins 61. Baby Afghan
16. Decorated Clothing/Stitched 37. Miscellaneous Machine Embroidery 62. Scarf
17. Aprons 38. Needlepoint Pillow 63. Toy
18. Miscellaneous Sewing 39. Needlepoint Picture 64. Baby Hats
19. Unfinished Quilt Top 40. Miscellaneous Needlepoint 65. Miscellaneous Knitting
DECORATIVE STITCHING - CROCHET CLASSES MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
EMBROIDERY & NEEDLEPOINT 41. Hot Pads and Pot Holders 66. Tatted doilies
20. Hand Pillow Cases (1 pair) 42. Afghan 67. Tatting, other
21. Hand Tea Towels (Set of 2) 43. Baby Afghan 68. Toy, fabric
22. Hand Tablecloth or Luncheon Cloth 44. Sweater 69. Plastic Canvas
23. Hand Crewel Picture 45. Tablecloth– large 70. Weaving
24. Hand Crewel Pillow 46. Bedspread 71. Hooked Rugs
25. Hand Counted X-stitch Picture (8x10” 47. Pillow 72. Miscellaneous
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QUILTING CLASSES WALL HANGING EMBROIDERED - HAND
76.1. Pieced—hand quilted 80.1. Pieced—hand quilted
BED SIZE QUILT 76.2. Pieced—machine quilted 80.2. Pieced—machine quilted
73.1. Pieced—hand quilted 76.3. Pieced by individual—professional 80.3. Pieced by individual—professional
73.2. Pieced—machine quilted quilted quilted
73.3. Pieced by Individual—professional
quilted TABLE RUNNER & TOPS EMBROIDERED - MACHINE
77.1. Pieced—hand quilted 81.1. Pieced—hand quilted
LAP QUILT 77.2. Pieced—machine quilted 81.2. Pieced—machine quilted
74.1. Pieced—hand quilted 77.3. Pieced by individual—professional 81.3. Pieced by individual—professional
74.2. Pieced—machine quilted quilted quilted
74.3. Pieced by Individual—professional
quilted APPLIQUÉD - HAND MISCELLANEOUS QUILTS
74.4. Pieced by group—professional 78.1. Hand quilted 82. Comforter, tied
quilted 78.2. Machine quilted 83. Miniature Quilts
78.3. Pieced by individual—professional 84. Foundation Piecing
BABY QUILT quilted 85. Miscellaneous Quilting
75.1. Pieced—hand quilted 86. Quilt Top
75.2. Pieced—machine quilted APPLIQUÉD - MACHINE 87. Panel Quilt
75.3. Pieced by Individual—professional 79.1. Hand quilted
quilted 79.2. Machine quilted
79.3. Pieced by individual—professional
quilted
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 19Department 5 - Hobbies & Crafts
STANDARDS
• Exhibits must be made by the exhibitor and not previously entered at the Rio Blanco
County Fair.
• Collections (rocks, arrowheads, etc.) are required to be in a glass case or under
plastic.
• Exhibits of knives, blades and weapons upon completion of judging will be replaced
with a photo for public viewing. All exhibits will be stored in the extension office.
HOBBIES & CRAFTS CLASSES 21. Sand Blasted Glass 42. Hand Spun Wool
1. Beadwork 22. Artificial Flowers 43. Metal Parts Sculpture
2. Jewelry 23. Collections 44. Metal Art Welded (ex: coat rack)
3. Yarn Work 24. Bone Work 45. Metal Art Forged (ex: knife)
4. Macramé 25. Centerpiece Arrangement 46. Metal Art Cut (ex: wall hanging)
5. Handmade Furniture 26. Models 47. Recycled Art
6. Textile Painting 27. Hand-painted China 48. Paper Art
7. Stamped or Tooled Leather Work 28. Basket Weaving 49. Scrapbooks
8. Sewn Leather Work 29. Basketry 50. Restoration
9. Braiding 30. Wreaths 51. Yard Art
10. Ceramics, Pre-Formed 31. Holiday Decorations 52. Recycled Refurbished Craft
11. Wall Plaque 32. Holiday Needlework 53. Playdough
12. Dolls 33. Holiday Wreaths 54. Mosaics
13. Woodwork, cut & finished 34. Greeting Cards 55. Bird House
14. Wood Carving, rough finished 35. Nature Made Crafts 56. Fridge Magnet
15. Wood Carving, sanded 36. Tole Painting/Wall Plaques 57. Lotion
16. Wood Burning 37. Tole Painting/Holiday 58. Lip Balm
17. Block Printing 38. Tole Painting/Furniture 59. Bath Salt
18. Leaded Glass, 2 dimensional 39. Soft Sculptures 60. Musical Instruments
19. Leaded Glass, 3 dimensional 40. Decorated Clothing—Non-Stitched 61. Paint by Number
20. Etched Glass 41. Calligraphy 62. Any Other
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STANDARDS
• Exhibits must be made by the exhibitor and not previously entered at the Rio Blanco County Fair.
• All exhibits will be date stamped on the back with the year exhibited.
• Artwork not prepared/unable to be hung will not be considered for awards/premiums but will be judged.
ACRYLIC/OIL CLASSES PENCIL, PEN & INK CLASSES SCRATCHBOARD CLASSES
1. Landscape 19. Landscape 38. Landscape
2. Still Life 20. Still Life 39. Still Life
3. Portrait 21. Portrait 40. Portrait
4. Animal 22. Animal 41. Animal
5. Floral 23. Floral 42. Floral
6. Abstract 24. Abstract 43. Abstract
25. Graphic Design
WATERCOLOR CLASSES COMPUTER ART
7. Landscape CRAYONS CLASSES 44. Landscape
8. Still Life 26. Landscape 45. Still Life
9. Portrait 27. Still Life 46. Portrait
10. Animal 28. Portrait 47. Animal
11. Floral 29. Animal 48. Floral
12. Abstract 30. Floral 49. Abstract
31. Abstract
PASTELS CLASSES SCULPTURE ART
13. Landscape MIXED MEDIA CLASSES 50. Clay
14. Still Life 32. Landscape 51. Metal
15. Portrait 33. Still Life 52. Ceramic
16. Animal 34. Portrait 53. Art Dough - Soft
17. Floral 35. Animal 54. Art Dough - Baked
18. Abstract 36. Floral 55. Other
37. Abstract
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 21Department 7 - Photography
STANDARDS
• Exhibits must be made by the exhibitor and not previously entered at the Rio Blanco County Fair.
• Entries should be entered in miscellaneous only if the entry does not fit into a specific category.
• Photographs must be either matted and/or framed and have large eye hangers attached for hanging.
• Photographs not prepared/unable to be hung will not be considered for awards/premiums but will be judged.
• Appropriate hanging materials that are accceptable: wire and screws or staples on frames, or plastic hangers on
mat. SCOTCH TAPE AND STRING HANGERS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. SAWTOOTH HANGERS ARE NOT
RECOMMENDED. RIO BLANCO COUNTY FAIR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE DUE TO THE TYPE
OF HANGER ON THE DISPLAY.
• Superintendents may also create additional classes if 3 or more like entries are present. Due to the high volume
of entries in the Photography Division, exhibitors are highly encouraged to bring their photography exhibits in on
Wednesday between 5 pm- 8 pm.
CAMERA, POINT & SHOOT CAMERA, MONOCHROME/BLACK & CELL PHONE, COLOR, EDITED
1. Landscapes WHITE, EDITIED 41. Landscapes
2. Wildflower/Plant 21. Landscapes 42. Wildflower/Plant
3. Domestic Flower/Plant 22. Wildflower/Plant 43. Domestic Flower/Plant
4. Still Life 23. Domestic Flower/Plant 44. Still Life
5. Domestic Animal 24. Still Life 45. Domestic Animal
6. Wild Animal 25. Domestic Animal 46. Wild Animal
7. Human Portrait 26. Wild Animal 47. Human Portrait
8. Architecture 27. Human Portrait 48. Architecture
9. Action 28. Architecture 49. Action
10. Miscellaneous 29. Action 50. Miscellaneous
30. Miscellaneous
CAMERA, COLOR, EDITED CELL PHONE, MONOCHROME/BLACK
11. Landscapes CELLPHONE, POINT & SHOOT & WHITE, EDITIED
12. Wildflower/Plant 31. Landscapes 51. Landscapes
13. Domestic Flower/Plant 32. Wildflower/Plant 52. Wildflower/Plant
14. Still Life 33. Domestic Flower/Plant 53. Domestic Flower/Plant
15. Domestic Animal 34. Still Life 54. Still Life
16. Wild Animal 35. Domestic Animal 55. Domestic Animal
17. Human Portrait 36. Wild Animal 56. Wild Animal
18. Architecture 37. Human Portrait 57. Human Portrait
19. Action 38. Architecture 58. Architecture
20. Miscellaneous 39. Action 59. Action
40. Miscellaneous 60. Miscellaneous
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STANDARDS
• All booths are 6 feet wide x 4 feet deep x 8 feet high
• Booths are to be educational in manner and may not promote a business or company. Business booths are deemed to be
commercial booths and are not judged.
• Booths may be assembled beginning Wednesday at 9:00 am and must be finished no later than 8:00 pm that same day.
• Booth space will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call 878-9490 by July 15th before 5 pm to reserve your booth.
Booth classes are divided into: Scorecard = 100 possible points
CLASS A: Community 1. Educational Values—35 pts.
CLASS B: Special Interest 2. General Appearance—25 pts.
CLASS C: Junior 3. Originality—20 pts.
4. Practical Application—20 pts.
Department 9 - Wool Fleece
STANDARDS
• Fleece must be checked in by Thursday at 9AM. Wool fleeces will be released Saturday at 6:30 pm
• Classes will be divided into Junior (18 and under) and Adult (19 and over) divisions if there are three fleeces to make a class.
Eligibility of Fleeces—in order to be judged, each fleece must:
• Have been shorn in 2021
• Represent no more than 12 months growth
• Superintendent or Judge reserves the right to untie and inspect any fleece entered to determine eligibility. Fleeces judged
over-aged and/or found to contain parts of other fleeces will be disqualified.
RANGE FLEECE CLASSES FARM FLOCK FLEECE CLASSES NATURALLY COLORED FLEECE
Fleeces from sheep ran under strictly Fleeces from sheep ran under farm flock CLASSES
range conditions. conditions. 5. Ewe
1. Ewe 3. Ewe 6. Ram
2. Ram 4. Ram
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 23Livestock Departments Page 24 -- CSU Extension Office | 970-878-9490
TEAM ROPING COMPETITION
STANDARDS Roping #3: Switch Ender Team Roping
• The Team Roping Competition will be held following the A person may enter up to 3 times. You will enter with a partner
completion of Ranch Horse Events, with entries taken at and run two steers. On the first steer, Roper “A” will head, and
5:00-6:00 pm at designated location. Roper “B” will heel. The team will come back on the second
• The Team Roping will be ran as a jackpot and 100% pay- steer and Roper “A” will heel and Roper “B” will head. This will
out. be done on the same horse with the same rope. Entry fee is
$10.00 per team (CASH ONLY).
CASH ONLY - DUE AT SIGN-UP Roping #4: Junior - Senior & All Girls
A person may enter up to 6 times. You can rope 3 times in a
Roping #1: Open Roping Junior (under 18 years old) and Senior (over 18 years old) and
A person may enter 3 times. If you enter with the same person, 3 times on an All-Girl Team. You may rope twice with the same
you must swap ends on the second steer. Entry fee is $10.00 partner as long as you swap ends. Entry fee is $10.00 per team
per team (CASH ONLY). (CASH ONLY).
Roping #2: Mixed Team & Century Roping #5: Jr. Youth (18 and under)
A person may enter up to 6 times. You can rope 3 times in the A person may enter up to 3 times. You can rope with the same
Century (50+ both people) and 3 times in the mix (one male person as long as you swap ends. Entry fee is $10.00 per team
roper, one female roper). You may rope twice with the same (CASH ONLY).
person as long as you swap ends. Entry fee is $10.00 per team
(CASH ONLY).
JACKPOT TO FOLLOW FAIR ROPING IF TIME ALLOWS!
Department 10 - Open Horse Show Competition
STANDARDS cut off date. Late entries will be accepted up to July 22,
• Two All-Around champion buckles will be awarded. One for 2021.Any entries after the July 15th deadline will be charged
speed and one for performance per division. $10.00 per entry. NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
• Divisions: Senior, Intermediate, Junior, Novice, Open and THE DAY OF THE SHOW.
PeeWee • Open class Horse show entries in the Adult division (19 years
• Halter Showmanship class will be used to determine 4-H/ and older) will be required to pay either a $5.00 per class or
FFA Round Robin. $25 for the full day entry fee.
• Events marked with (*) will qualify for All-Around Speed • All horse buckles will be given during the presale awards
• One horse, one rider used for All-Around instead of the day of the show.
• Participants in the RBC Horseshow must complete entries • No novice class will be offered using cattle in the Ranch
through the Fair Entry Program no later than the July 15th division.
HALTER CLASSES ENGLISH CLASSES 3. Keyhole*
1. Mares 5 years old & under 1. Hunter Under Saddle (Rail) 4. Barrels*
2. Mares 6 years old & over 2. Hunt Seat Equitation
3. Geldings 5 years old & under 3. Control 4-H/FFA SHOWMANSHIP
4. Geldings 6 years old & over 4. Hunter Hack (Fences) 1. 4-H/FFA Senior Showmanship
5. Stallions 5 years old & under 2. 4-H/FFA Intermediate Showmanship
6. Stallions 6 years old & over RANCH CLASSES 3. 4-H/FFA Junior Showmanship
1. Showmanship
WESTERN CLASSES 2. Horsemanship PEEWEE CLASSES (ON TRACK)
1. Horsemanship 3. Trail (on Track) 1. Horsemanship
2. Pleasure (Rail) 4. Cattle Sorting* 2. Trail
3. Trail (on Track) 5. Cutting* 3. Pole Bending*
4. Riding 6. Individual Cow Work* 4. Keyhole*
5. Reining 5. Flag*
GYMKHANA CLASSES 6. Barrels*
1. Flags*
2. Pole Bending* RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 25Department 11 - Open Beef DAIRY STANDARDS & CLASSES • The following classes are offered for all breeds. • Additional classes will be established if there are three or more entries per class. • Dairy cattle are released immediately following the show. • Classes may be combined at the discretion of the judge or superintendent. • Nose lead required in Class 5 and 6. • All entries due on Fair Entry by scheduled deadline. 1. Heifer, born in current year 4. Male, born in current year 2. Female, born in previous year 5. Male, born in previous year 3. Cow, born two or more years prior 6. Male, born two or more years prior BEEF STANDARDS & CLASSES • There will be a minimum of three entries per class to form a breed class. An “other breeds” class will be formed for classes with less than three entries. • No arrivals before Tuesday by 8 am. • Open Beef exhibits to be released immediately following the show. • Nose lead required for all bull classes. • Classes may be combined at the discretion of the judge or superintendent. • All entries due on Fair Entry by July 15th. 1. Female, calved in current year 9. Commercial Female, calved two or more years prior with 2. Female, calved in previous year calf under halter 3. Female, calved two or more years prior with calf under 10. Registered Female halter 11. Registered Bull 4. Bull, calved in current year 5. Bull, calved in previous year PEEWEE CLASS 6. Bull, calved two or more years prior 12. PeeWee Beef Showmanship (7 and under as of Decem- 7. Commercial Female, calved in current year ber 31, 2020) 8. Commercial Female, calved in previous year Page 26 -- CSU Extension Office | 970-878-9490
Department 12 - Open PeeWee Swine
STANDARDS
• All animals that will be used for any of the PeeWee
Showmanship classes MUST BE ENTERED BEFORE
FAIR (see schedule for deadlines) or there will not be
a stall available and all animals must be stalled.
PEEWEE CLASS
1. PeeWee Swine Showmanship (7 and under as of
December 31, 2020)
Department 13 - Open Sheep
STANDARDS
• There must be a minimum of three entries per class to form a breed class. An “other breeds” class will be formed for classes with
less than three entries.
• Pen of three entries will be one pen entry per breeder per class.
• Open sheep to be released following show.
• Classes may be combined at the discretion of the judge or superintendent.
• All animals that will be used for any of the PeeWee Showmanship classes MUST BE ENTERED BEFORE FAIR (see schedule for
deadlines) or there will not be a stall available and all animals must be stalled.
SHEEP CLASSES
1. Orphan Lamb (must drink from a 7. Pen of 3/aged Ewes 13. Flock (1 Ram Lamb & 3 Ewe
bottle) 8. Ewe/1 year & under 2 Lambs)
2. Ram/2 years & older 9. Pen of 3/yearling Ewes PEEWEE CLASSES
3. Ram/1 year & under 2 10. Ewe Lamb/under 1 year 14. PeeWee Sheep Showmanship
4. Ram Lamb/under 1 year 11. Ewe Lamb/Any Breed (Jr. Exhibitor (7 and under as of December 31,
5. Pen of 3/Ram Lambs age 12 and under) 2020)
6. Ewe/2 years & older 12. Pen of 3/Ewe Lambs
Department 14 - Open Goats
STANDARDS
• Each goat must have ID number and/or neck collar—tags available at Extension Office.
• Classes may be combined at the discretion of the judge or superintendent.
• Bucks must always be controlled and taken home IMMEDIATELY after the show.
• All animals that will be used for any of the PeeWee Showmanship classes MUST BE ENTERED BEFORE FAIR (see schedule for
deadlines) or there will not be a stall available and all animals must be stalled.
• Open goats to be released following the show.
DAIRY GOAT CLASSES MEAT GOAT CLASSES 14. Fiber/Other Doeling 6-12 Months
1. Dairy Doeling 0-6 Months 7. Meat Doeling 0-6 Months 15. Fiber/Other Doe 12 Months or Older
2. Dairy Doeling 6-12 Months 8. Meat Doeling 6-12 Months 16. Fiber/Other Junior Buck 0-6 Months
3. Dairy Doe 12 Months or Older 9. Meat Doe 12 Months or Older 17. Fiber/Other Junior Buck 6-12 Months
4. Dairy Junior Buck 0-6 Months 10. Meat Junior Buck 0-6 Months 18. Fiber/Other Buck 12 Months or Older
5. Dairy Junior Buck 6-12 Months 11. Meat Junior Buck 6-12 Months
6. Dairy Buck 12 Months or Older 12. Meat Buck 12 Months or Older PEEWEE CLASS
19. PeeWee Goat Showmanship (Child
FIBER/OTHER GOAT CLASSES under 7 years of age as of
13. Fiber/Other Doeling 0-6 Months December 31, 2020)
RBC Fair Board | rbcfairboard@gmail.com -- Page 27Department 15 - Open Poultry
STANDARDS
• Leg bands are required and available at the Extension Office.
• Open class poultry must be caged on Wednesday by 8 am.
• Exhibitors may show as many different breeds as fit the class.
• All poultry can be released Saturday at 6 pm.
• Contact the Extension Office for variety/breed classification.
• A trio is 1 male and 2 female of the same breed & variety and may be entered as a trio or as three single entries, but not both.
• Classes may be combined at the discretion of the judge or superintendent.
STANDARD CLASSES WATERFOWL CLASSES
1. American 16. Heavy
2. Asiatic 17. Medium
3. English 18. Light
4. Mediterranean
5. Continental TURKEY CLASS
6. Others 19. Any of the recognized breeds
BANTAM CLASSES GAME BIRDS
7. Game 20. Quail
8. Single Comb Clean Legged Other 21. Pheasant/Peafowl
than Game 22. Chukar/Partridge
9. Rose Comb Clean Legged 23. Quinea
10. All Other Combs, Clean Legged
11. Feather Legged PEEWEE CLASSES
12. Heavy Wt. 24. PeeWee Poultry Showmanship
13. Med. Wt. (7 and under as of December 31,
14. Light Wt. 2020)
15. Bantam
Department 16 - Open Rabbit
STANDARDS RABBIT CLASSES
• All rabbits are required to have a legible number or tattoo 1. Junior Buck (under 6 months)
in either ear. All tattoo numbers must be on the exhibitor’s 2. Intermediate Buck (6-8 months)
entry. 3. Senior Buck (over 8 months)
• Exhibitors must be present to show rabbits and are 4. Junior Doe (under 6 months)
responsible for caring for their rabbits while at Fair. 5. Intermediate Doe (6-8 months)
• Rabbits must be caged by Wednesday at 8:00 AM. 6. Senior Doe (over 8 months)
• Classes will be divided according to breed and type.
• Classes may be combined at the discretion of the judge or PEEWEE CLASSES
superintendent. 7. PeeWee Rabbit Showmanship (7 and under as of
• Open & Breeding rabbits can be released following the December 31, 2020)
completion of the Rabbit Show.
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Open Class Entry Form
Exhibitor Name: _____________________________________________________________ (First, Last Name)
Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________________________ State: ____________ Zip: ________________
Telephone: ( _________ ) ____________________ Email: __________________________________________
Indoor Age Groups:
1. Pee Wee (7 & Under) 5. Seniors (61 to 74) Open Livestock entries will not
2. Youth (8 to 14) 6. Seniors (75+) require an age group on this
3. High School (15 to 18) 7. Professional entry form.
4. Adult (19 to 60)
Exhibit Indoor Description of Entry or
Division Class
Department Age Group Breed for Livestock
Example Horticulture Vegetable 1 2 Iceberg Lettuce
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
This certifies I have received a copy of the 2021 Rio Blanco County Fair Events booklet. I understand and agree to the General and Department
Rules and Regulations outlined for the County Fair including the rules and regulations for my specific events. I further certify this entry application is
correct, and I am a bona fide participant in compliance with the said rules and regulations. The undersigned hereby releases the Rio Blanco County
Government, the elected officials, and employees, the officials, judges and volunteers of the Rio Blanco County Fair for any and all liability for injury,
theft or damage, whether actual or consequential, to me or my property, arising out of negligence, recklessness or any other basis for legal action,
except intentional conduct. I further expressly assume the risk of participating in this event with full knowledge and understanding of the risks.
Exhibitor Signature: _________________________ Parent/Guardian: ________________________________
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