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Washington
County
4-H
Youth
February 26-March 3, 2018
Fair
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Questions? Call 638.61804-H YOUTH FAIR GENERAL RULES & GUIDELINES
The 4-H Youth Fair is a community wide program whose purpose is to give youth a CHECK-IN: Classes 1-17 MONDAY 3-5 pm.
venue to showcase their talents and skills and introduce the public to 4-H pro-
grams and projects. CHECK-OUT: 6-8 pm on Saturday and 8 am-4 pm on Monday after the fair.
The 4-H Youth Fair is open to school aged youth in Washington County (Grades K-
12) and/or any member of Washington County 4-H. Entries not removed by Friday after the fair will be disposed.
Pre-registration is REQUIRED. Entry forms are due the 1st Monday of February.
Classes 1-12 are judged by Grade Divisions to ensure developmental appropriate-
Class # Class Name # of Entries per youth ness. Each Grade Division names a “Best of Show” winner. “Best of Show” win-
ners are denoted by a Purple Rosette and placed in the Best of Show Section.
1 Needlework 3 entries
2 Sewing 3 entries Class 13 names between one and three overall “Best of Show” winners.
Classes 14-16 remain in the West Wing and are denoted by a Purple Rosette.
3 Crafts 2 entries
Following Florida 4-H guidelines for developmental appropriateness, Division A
4 Jewelry 2 entries will not be judged. All entries in Division A will receive special Cloverbud 4-H rib-
Four (4) single pages or bons. Cloverbuds will receive $1 for each entry.
5 Scrapbooking
Two (2), 2-page spreads = 1 entry Classes 1-17:
All entries MUST HAVE exhibitor identification label attached to exhibit including
6 Art 1 entry Entry and in this order:
7 Photography 2 entries check in is NAME
SCHOOL/TEACHER
8 Posters 1 entry MONDAY, GRADE
CLASS #/NAME
9 Graphic Design 1 entry FEBRUARY 26 AGE DIVISION/GRADE
10 Collections 1 entry from 3-5 pm DIVISIONS to indicate on entry label:
DIVISIONS Grades included
11 Models 1 entry
A K-2
12 Baked Goods 2 entries B 3-5
C 6-8
13 Cake Decorating 3 entries (one of each) D 9-12
14 Horticulture 2 entries The 4-H Youth Fair will be open during the following hours:
Friday, March 2, 2018 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
15 Canned Products 3 entries
Saturday, March 3, 2018 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
16 Nuts & Vegetables 2 entries No entries are accepted without a completed entry form.
No walk-up or unregistered exhibits are accepted.
17 Field Crops 2 items Entries that do not follow class guidelines will not be judged.
The fair assumes no liability for the exhibit or the exhibitor.
4-H MEMBERS ONLY SHOWCASE SECTION
Premium money is Blue $3, Red $2 and White $1 if monies are available.
QUESTIONS? 850.638.6180.
Pages 7-11CLASS 1 - NEEDLEWORK CLASS 5 - SCRAPBOOKING
1. Examples of needlework exhibits include needlepoint, knitting, 1. An entry is four single pages or two, two-page spreads measur-
embroidery, crocheting, hook rugs and cross stitch. ing a MINIMUM 6”X6” and MAXIMUM 12”X12” in a PROTECTIVE
2. Needlework exhibits will be judged based on neatness—clean SLEEVE—FRONT SIDE ONLY.
and pressed, finished edges and stitches should be the same size. 2. Page should have a focal point—a photo, memorabilia or embel-
3. Needlepoint, embroidery and cross-stitch—back of work should lishment such as an illustration, design, sticker, die cut, etc.
be neat and have no loose threads. 3. Page will be judged on page title, photo captions, journaling,
4. Knitting and crocheting—even stitches, made from appropriate dates, craftsmanship, creativity, journaling, neatness, cleanliness
weight yarn, the same gauge and clean. and originality. The page/spread should tell the complete story
5. Hook Rugs—all loops should go in same direction and be tight. of the photos.
All threads must be same length and edges finished.
6. Exhibit can be framed—glass should be removed. CLASS 6 - ART
1. Examples of credible fine arts exhibits include woodworking,
CLASS 2 - SEWING hand made paintings, drawings, sculpture (wood, metal, clay,
1. Examples include clothing, house wares, quilting and purses/ etc.), and textile weaving.
totes. 2. Entries will be judged on creativity, neatness and design.
2. Stitches should be same size, no loose threads, projects should 3. No tracing will be permitted.
be bound.
3. Sewing will be judged on fabric selection, appropriate sewing CLASS 7 - PHOTOGRAPHY
techniques, neatness and creativity. 1. Only prints may be submitted for the exhibit.
2. Photo entries may be in color or black and white.
CLASS 3 - CRAFTS 4. Maximum size for a single photo is 8" x 10" ( Mounting NOT
1. Entries in this class include ceramics, wreaths, picture frames, included). Mounted single photos may measure up to 12" x
holiday ornaments, paper art, etc. 14".
2. Craft entries will be judged on creativity, technique and neat- 5. Maximum size for a series of photos entered as one exhibit is
ness. 16”X 20”.
6. All photo exhibits must be mounted on a mat, poster board,
CLASS 4 - JEWELRY construction paper or foam core. No other mounting material
1. Entries should be bracelets, necklaces, earrings, anklets or rings. (glass, wood, plastic and metal) will be considered.
2. Entries may be entered singly or as an ensemble.
7. NO FRAMES.
3. Mount entries on card stock, craft paper or construction paper.
4. DO NOT enter jewelry in Ziploc bags or boxes with lids. 8. Special Category—Selfies!
9. 4-H MEMBERS ONLY—Blue ribbons entries qualify submission
to the Florida 4-H Photography Contest. Visit the 4-H Youth
Fair webpage for requirements.CLASS 8 - POSTERS CLASS 10 - COLLECTIONS
1. Poster should convey an educational message and include a TI- 1. Examples of credible collections include leaf collections, insect col-
TLE or EDUCATIONAL MESSAGE on the front. lections, stamp collections, shell collections, etc.
2. Use 1/2 sheet of poster board 14”x22” either horizontally or ver- 2. Collected items should be displayed in a collection box, on a tri-fold
tically. board, on a foam core board or some other manner of display with
3. Posters may be on the following topics: Science, Citizenship/ labels to identify collected items.
Leadership & Healthy Lifestyles. 3. Items entered in Ziploc bags with no identifying labels will not be
4. Any medium such as crayon, paints, markers, etc. can be used. permitted.
5. 2-D and 3-D posters are acceptable. 4. Judging Criteria: Neatness of display, creativity, proper labeling.
6. DO NOT use copyrighted materials such as cartoon characters.
7. Computer generated graphics, stickers or magazine cut-outs are CLASS 11 - MODELS
allowed. 1. Architectural model examples include 3-D models constructed from
8. Posters will be stapled to wall to be displayed. Legos™, Kynex™ or other items.
9. Judging Criteria: Amount of artwork, neatness, creativity. 2. Grades K-4: Construct items using up to 1,500 pieces or blocks. Kits
are permitted. Overall size should be no larger than 24”x24”x24”.
CLASS 9 - GRAPHIC DESIGN 3. Grades 5-8: Construct an item or scene using unlimited pieces or
1. One entry of the following per exhibitor: blocks. Kits and motors are permitted. Overall size should be no
2. Brochure—tri-fold that contains information on both the front larger than 30”x36”x36”.
and back. It should be easily read and printed on 8 1/2 x 11 pa- 4. Grades 9-12: Construct an item or scene using an unlimited number
per. of blocks or pieces. Kits and motors are allowed. Overall size should
3. Flyer—8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper promoting the topic of your be no larger than 30”x48”x48”.
choice. 5. Over 1/2 of the project SHOULD NOT BE pre-fabricated pieces.
4. Power Point/Google Slides Presentation—5-10 and a script to
accompany the presentation. Script should be included in the
notes section.
5. Other—any other promotional item ex. mini-book, bookmark,
postcard, etc.
6. Entry will be judged on font style, graphics, flow of design, color,
educational components and clear delivery of message.
7. Use of copyrighted or protected characters, logos, photos or art-
work is prohibited.
8. 4-H MEMBERS ONLY—to advance to the Florida 4-H Graphic De-
sign Contest, the entry must focus on promotion of 4-H or a 4-H
project.CLASS 12 - BAKED GOODS CLASS 13 - CAKE DECORATING
1. No mixes allowed. 1. Entries may include (1) of each: cakes, cupcakes and cookies.
2. Baked goods may include the following: 2. Youth may use mixes and pre-made frostings.
Yeast Breads (1 loaf) 3. The entire item must be entered and require NO REFRIGERATION
Quick Breads (1 loaf) - no cream cheese frostings.
Machine Bread (1 loaf) 4. Items must be cooked, must contain flour and cannot use raw
Pies (whole) eggs or have meringue. Eggs must be baked into the recipe.
Cookies (6) 5. All entries become property of the Youth Fair.
Cake (whole) 6. Rosette winning baked goods will be auctioned off with proceeds
Muffins/Biscuits/ Rolls (6) going to the Washington County Youth Fair for premium money.
Candy/Confections (6). 7. Submit entry in a DISPOSABLE container w/ see-through wrap.
3. Entire cake or pie must be entered. No lidded containers.
4. Submit entries on a disposable plate or cardboard w/ see- 8. Judging Criteria: Appearance...30 Creativity...30 Neatness...30
through wrap. Do not submit entries in lidded containers.
5. NO CREAM CHEESE unless it is BAKED into the recipe. CLASS 14 - HORTICULTURE
6. NO RAW EGGS OR MERINGUES allowed unless it is cooked into 1. Entries may include potted plants or dish gardens.
recipe. 2. Dish gardens must contain three or more varieties of plants.
7. With the exception of candy, items must be cooked or baked and 3. Entries must be under care of the youth for a minimum of 90
must contain flour. days.
8. Entry must include the RECIPE neatly written or typed on a 5X8 4. Label plants with Botanical Name and Common Name.
card. Put entry information on back of the card & on bottom of 5. Place exhibitor tag on front of plant.
container. 6. Entries must be clean, free of insects and disease, well-groomed
9. Judging Criteria: External…..30 Internal…..30 Flavor…..30 and have no dead leaves.
7. Containers must be clean and in good condition.CLASS 15 - CANNED PRODUCTS CLASS 17 - FIELD CROPS
1. Vegetables, Jellies & Preserves, Fruit, Pickles & Relishes and Corn—Exhibit will consist of 4 individual ears or 1 quart jar of shelled
Meats. corn.
2. Washington County Youth Fair follows all USDA canning guide- Peanuts—Exhibit will consist of 4 individual plants tied securely to-
lines. gether in 2 places in a bunch with the peanuts exposed at one end.
3. Products must be canned since the previous fair. Soybeans—Exhibit will consist of 4 individual dried plants tied secure-
4. All cans must be PROCESSED and SEALED. ly together in a bunch.
5. All products must be in clean standard canning jars. Miscellaneous—Exhibit will consist of 1 full quart jar of grain, 4 stalks
6. Metal rings on jars must be clean and free of rust. or 1 pad of hay. Sorghum, oats, cane, grain or hay.
7. Jars must either be pints or quarts.
8. Jellies & preserves will only be accepted in jars manufactured for
that purpose. 4-H has many educational & fun opportunities for youth...
9. Label jars on the bottom of container. 4-H Clubs
Score Card: (Pack) Container…..10 Fullness…..20 Uniformity…..20
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(Product) Proportion…..20 Clearness…..15 Color…..15 4-H Day Camps
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Head Space at top of Jar:
Vegetables…..1 inch Pickles & Relish…..1/2 inch
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Poultry…..1/4 inch
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CLASS 16 - NUTS & VEGETABLE
Pecans—1 full quart of nuts displayed in quart jar. facebook.com/washcoex
Other Nuts—1 full quart of nuts displayed in quart jar.
Potherbs or Greens (Spinach, Kale, Collards, Beet Greens, Mustard Greens, Call us…
Misc. Greens) - Exhibit will consist of 1 bunch tied and labeled.
Cole Crops (Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Sprouts) - Exhibit will consist of
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1 head.
Leafy Salad Crops (Lettuce, Celery, Endive, Chicory & other Leafy Salad Come see us…
Crops) - Exhibit will consist of 1 head or 1 bunch tied together. Washington County Ag Center—1424 Jackson Avenue
Root Crops (Carrots, Beets, Radish, Turnips, Rutabaga, Parsnip & misc. root
crops) - Exhibit will consist of 3 roots.
Legumes (Peas and Bean types) - Exhibit will consist of approximately 1/2
pounds displayed in a quart jar.
Miscellaneous (Fruits & Vegetable) - Exhibit will consist of 3 of any variety.
Must be grown in the last year since the previous youth fair.4-H Youth Fair
Schedule
MONDAY 3-5 pm Check-in exhibits—Classes 1-17 Auditorium
6 pm Exhibits judged
TUESDAY 8 am Exhibits judged
5 pm Check-in for 4-H Classes E, F, G Auditorium
WEDNESDAY 3-5 pm Check-in West Wing
Classes 4-H A, B & C —Eggs, Poultry & Rabbits Barn
THURSDAY 8 am Classes 4-H A, B & C judged
5 pm Check-in for 4-H D—Poultry & Rabbit Showmanship Livestock
5:30 pm 4-H Members Only Showcase Showmanship begin Barn
FRIDAY 7:30 am Steer & Heifer Check-in Barn
8:30 am Swine Check-in Barn
4:15-6:30 pm Spaghetti Supper Sponsored by Farm Bureau Auditorium
6 pm Beef & Swine Showmanship Barn
SATURDAY 9 am Beef & Swine Market Classes Livestock2017 4-H Youth Fair Entry Form
Exhibitor Name___________________________________________________Teacher_________________________
School__________________________________Grade__________Age__________Phone______________________
Address_______________________________________________City____________________Zip________________
***Entry forms are due the first Monday of February.***
Entries not following guidelines will not be judged. Use additional entry forms if needed. No walk-up or late entries will be accepted on check-in days.
AGE DIVISION CLASS NAME
A K-2 Needlework Sewing Crafts Jewelry
B 3-5 Scrapbooking Art Photography Poster Graphic Design
C 6-8
Collections Models Baked Goods Cake Decorating ITEM DESCRIPTION
Horticulture Canned Products Nuts/Vegetables Field Crops
D 9-124-H MEMBERS ONLY SHOWCASE
CLASS 4-H A - Eggs CLASS 4-H C - Rabbits
1. Eggs will be judged for size, color, uniformity, cleanliness, lack of 1. Exhibits may include Purebred & Registered Rabbits, Grade
marks, and lack of calcium deposits. Rabbits & Dwarf Rabbits.
2. Breed of hen MUST BE IDENTIFIED on entry form. 2. Ages are: Pre-Junior 3-4 months old
3. (2) 1 dozen entries may be entered. Junior 4-6 months old or Senior—7 months & older
4. Both production and exhibition breed eggs may be entered. 3. Rabbit check-out is Saturday from 7-8 pm.
4. Rabbits with ear mites, sore hocks, diarrhea, sniffles or general
CLASS 4-H B - Poultry poor condition will not be accepted.
Production—limited to production type breeds. 5. Females showing signs of pregnancy will not be accepted.
Exhibition—limited to non-production bantams or fancy breeds 6. Rabbits will be judged according to the “American Standard of
1. All entries will be checked by a USDA State Technician. Perfection.”
2. Poultry check-out is Saturday from 6-8 pm. 7. Breed of rabbit project MUST BE IDENTIFIED on entry form.
3. Poultry cannot be placed in the barn until approved. 8. (2) entries per exhibitor.
4. No bird with scaly leg mites, diarrhea or visible illness will be ad- 9. All rabbits must have been owned by the exhibitor for at least
mitted. than 60 days before the show.
5. All birds must be at least 4 months old but not more than 3 years 10. Rabbit Record Book due Friday AFTER the fair.
old and have been owned by the exhibitor for more than 60 days
before the show. CLASS 4-H D - Showmanship Poultry and/or Rabbit
6. In order to assure the safety of WCYF visitors and volunteers 1. All animals must be owned by the exhibitor for at least 60 days
who feed and water the birds, any bird showing aggressive be- before the show.
havior will not be allowed to remain in the fair, and all premiums 2. Youth will exhibit and compete as Cloverbud, Junior, Interme-
will be forfeited. diate or Senior exhibitors.
7. Feed, water & care will be provided by the WCYF. 3. Attire—jeans or khakis, closed-toed shoes, white button up or
8. Birds will be judged by the “American Standard of Perfection.” 4-H club shirt
9. Breed of poultry project MUST BE IDENTIFIED on entry form.
10. (3) hens and (1) rooster entries per exhibitor. CLASS # CLASS NAME # ENTRIES/YOUTH
11. Poultry Record Book due Friday AFTER the fair.
4-H A Eggs (2) 1 dozen cartons
*Please note all rabbits and poultry will be checked in and housed and 4-H B Poultry 3 Hens 1 Rooster
must remain in the West Wing Barn located on the west side of the
agricultural center building.* 4-H C Rabbit 2 Rabbits
4-H D Showmanship 1 poultry &/or 1 rabbit
4-H MEMBERS ONLY SHOWCASEClass 4-H A, B, C, D Entry Form—4-H MEMBERS ONLY SHOWCASE
Exhibitor Name___________________________________________________4-H Age on September 1, 2017_____________
_____Cloverbud 5-7 years old _____Junior 8-10 years old _____Intermediate 11-13 years old _____Senior 14-18 years old
Phone_____________________________Parent’s Email________________________________________________________
Address______________________________________City____________________
Class 4-H A Class 4-H A BREED
EGGS BREED OF LAYER EGGS
Entry 2
Eggs Entry 1
Eggs Entry 2
Class 4-H B
CHICKENS BREED
Hen Entry 1
Hen Entry 2
Hen Entry 3
Rooster Entry 1
Class 4-H C RABBIT AGE BUCK or DOE
RABBITS BREED of RABBIT
Rabbit Entry 1
Rabbit Entry 2
Class 4-H D
SHOWMANSHIP _____Poultry and/or _____Rabbit4-H MEMBERS ONLY SHOWCASE
CLASS 4-H E - Public Speaking CLASS 4-H F - Show & Tell, Illustrated Talk or Demonstration
1. Speech must be original and related to 4-H in some way; 4-H 1. Speech must be original and related to 4-H in some way; 4-H
must be mentioned at some point during the speech. must be mentioned at some point during the speech.
2. Time Limits: 2. Time Limits: Juniors & Intermediates—3-12 minutes
Juniors & Intermediates—3-7 minutes Seniors—5-12 minutes
Seniors—5-7 minutes 3. Individual or team (2 members) is allowed.
Horse—8-10 minutes 4. This class includes presentations that have multi-media presen-
3. Individual participation only. tations, posters, and/or supporting items that help express and
4. Speech must be orderly and thorough. enhance the presentation.
5. Speakers should be able to speak convincingly in public and ex- 5. Blue ribbon presentations advance to District 4-H Competition.
press their ideas with poise and confidence. Speeches may be refined during this time, but content should
6. Speeches will be judged individually as blue, red or white. not change dramatically.
7. Blue ribbon presentations advance to District 4-H Competition. 6. Speeches will be judged individually as blue, red or white.
Speeches may be refined during this time, but content should 7. Blue ribbon presentations will be ranked 1st, 2nd or 3rd in
not change dramatically. each age category: Junior, Intermediate or Senior.
8. Blue ribbon presentations will be ranked 1st, 2nd or 3rd in each 8. Categories include:
age category: Junior, Intermediate or Senior. Animals Environmental Science Plants & Technology
Science & Technology Citizenship & Leadership
Attire for Class 4-H E & F—4-H club shirts are allowed otherwise Communication/Expressive Arts Healthy Living
business casual. Family/Consumer Sciences
CLASS 4-H G—4-H Project Tri-Fold
1. The purpose of this entry is to:
Educate others about your project
Highlight things you have learned through your project
CLASS # CLASS NAME # ENTRIES/YOUTH
Highlight awards you have earned
4-H E Public Speaking 1 speech 2. Board must be free-standing. Display area no wider than 36”.
3. Can include 3-D or 2-D items as well as items in the space in
4-H F Show & Tell, Illustrated Talk, 1 presentation
Demonstration front of the board.
4. Project area should be clearly recognizable.
4-H G Project Tri-fold 1 display 5. Displays are un-manned—information should speak for itself.
4-H MEMBERS ONLY SHOWCASEClass 4-H E, F, G Entry Form—4-H MEMBERS ONLY SHOWCASE Exhibitor Name___________________________________________________4-H Age on September 1, 2017_____________ _____Cloverbud 5-7 (Tri-fold only) _____Junior 8-10 years old _____Intermediate 11-13 years old _____Senior 14-18 years old Phone_____________________________Parent’s Email________________________________________________________ Address______________________________________City____________________ Class 4-H E Speech Title Public Speaking Individual Only Class 4-H F Presentation Title _____Individual Show & Tell, OR Illustrated Talk or _____Team - list team Demonstration member name w/ title Class 4-H G Title Project Tri-Fold Individual Only
4-H Youth Fair
Schedule
MONDAY 3-5 pm Check-in exhibits—Classes 1-17 Auditorium
6 pm Exhibits judged
TUESDAY 8 am Exhibits judged
5 pm Check-in for 4-H Classes E, F, G Auditorium
5:30 pm 4-H Members Only Showcase Presentations begin Auditorium
WEDNESDAY 3-5 pm Check-in West Wing
Classes 4-H A, B & C —Eggs, Poultry & Rabbits Barn
THURSDAY 8 am Classes 4-H A, B & C judged
5 pm Check-in for 4-H D—Poultry & Rabbit Showmanship Barn
5:30 pm 4-H Members Only Showcase Showmanship begin Barn
FRIDAY 7:30 am Steer & Heifer Check-in Barn
8:30 am Swine Check-in Barn
4:15-6:30 pm Spaghetti Supper Sponsored by Farm Bureau Auditorium
6 pm Beef & Swine Showmanship Barn
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