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Friday, Saturday and Sunday
August 1, 2 & 3, 2008
On the Fairgrounds in
Durham, Connecticut
The Folks at the
Little B Barn
Wish all our 4-H friends the best of luck in
the coming season.
Remember that it isn’t the ribbons you win
that really matters…
At the end of the day, what really matters is
your horse, the fun that you had, and the
friends that you made!!!
43 Manning Road
North Franklin, CT
860-642-6901
Middlesex & New Haven County 4-H Fair
Middlesex County Extension Council, Inc.
UConn Cooperative Extension Center
1066 Saybrook Road, PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0700
www.4-Hfair.org
Exhibitor Registration Forms Are
At The End Of The Fairbook!
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University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension System
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
August & Entry Deadline July Who We Are
For 80 years, through 4-H, the largest dynamic youth organization in America, Connecticut’s
young people have developed skills and attitudes that will serve them throughout their lives.
We stress self confidence, personal well-being and environmental responsibility...
4-H offers free group and individual educational opportunities to encourage youth to wonder,
explore, experience and grow in mind and body.
Through fun activities under the guidance of caring and knowledgeable professionals and
volunteers, young people learn about themselves and their world. We help them build on their
strengths as they try new things, reach out to others and compete with themselves to achieve
their goals and receive recognition for their accomplishments.
4-H is the youth development program of the University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension
System. A part of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at UConn, we belong to
a nationwide educational network through Cooperative Extension and the U.S. Department
of Agriculture.
For further information on the University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension System
4H Program contact:
Middlesex County
New Haven County
Emily McCabe Alger
4-H Program Coordinator
Peggy Grillo
Cooperative Extension Educator
Middlesex County
Cooperative Extension Center
Haddam, CT 06438
Phone: (860) 345-4511
Fax: (860) 345-3357
eMail: [email protected]
New Haven County
Cooperative Extension Center
305 Skiff Street
North Haven, CT 06473
Phone: (203) 407-3158
Fax: (203) 407-3176
www.4-HFair.org
Connecticut 4-H Clubs follow the University of Connecticut policy that supports all state and federal laws to
promote equal opportunity and prohibit discrimination. This club is open to all youth of 4-H age without regard
to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, or physical,
mental or learning disabilities. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil
Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, Stop Code 9410, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC
20250-9410 or call 202-720-5964.
The official 4-H Club emblem is a four-leaf clover with stem and the letter “H”, denoting Head, Heart, Hands
& Health, in each leaf. The 4-H clover used throughout this document is protected by Title 18 of the US Code,
Section 707.
Table of Contents
Advertisements & Sponsors
Almost a Clover Information
Almost A Clover - Form
Animal Judging Times
Baking & Apple Pie Contests
Dates To Remember
Dedication - Douglas Lanyon
Directions to the Fairgrounds
Dog Show
Dog Show - Form
Dog’s Day of Fun
Exhibitor Registration - Form
Form Instructions & Information
Forms - All Start After Page:
General Rules & Regulations
Herdsman Award
Home Arts Class Directory
Kid’s Barn
Livestock - Rules & Regulations
Livestock - General Requirements
Livestock Class Directory
Livestock - Forms For All Animals
Locations - Cooperative Extension
Officers & Advisors
Over the Clover - Form
Over the Clover Information
Overnight Permission - Form
Photo Contest - Association of Fairs
Premier Showman
Premier Showman of Home Arts
President’s Welcome
Pulls - Antique Tractors
Pulls - Garden Tractors
Pulls - Horse & Oxen
Quilt Contest
Rosettes & Ribbons
Schedule, Friday and Saturday
Schedule, Sunday
Winners, Cover & Poster Contests
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Class Directory
HOME ARTS:
Child Care - Class l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Home Furnishings - Class 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Clothing/Sewing - Class 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Needlework - Class 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Foods & Nutrition - Class 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Canning/Food Preservation - Class 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Arts - Class 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Crafts - Class 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Collections - Class 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Photography - Class 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Posters - Class 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Woodworking - Class 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Model Building & Rockets - Class 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Mechanical & Electrical - Class 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Computer - Class 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Scrapbooks - Class 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Record Books - Class 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Communications - Class 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Educational Exhibits - Class 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Club Project Exhibits - Class 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Conservation & Natural Science - Class 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Flowers - Class 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Fruits & Vegetables - Class 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Animal Products - Class 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
LIVESTOCK:
Dog Care & Training - Class 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Cat Show - Class 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Rabbits - Class 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Small Animals - Class 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Poultry - Class 54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Dairy - Class 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Beef - Class 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Goats - Class 57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Sheep - Class 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Swine - Class 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Llama - Class 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Safe Tractor Operating Contest - Class 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Fair Registration & Exhibitor Forms
◆ All registration forms are located at the end of the book!
◆ Exhibitor Registration Form:
1. Everyone must fill out the Exhibitor Registration form.
2. Check “Yes” if you are entering any Home Arts or Livestock Classes (“No” if not).
Check any equipment you may need...electrical hook-up, DVD player, etc.
3. If you are entering the Herdsmanship or Tractor competitions, check the
appropriate Lot.
4. If you are competing in the Pulls (Pony, Horse, Oxen), check any Classes you
are entering.
5. If you are not staying overnight on the fairgrounds, check “No”. If you are staying
overnight, check “Yes” and fill out the Overnight Permission Form!
6. Sign your Registration form on the back.
◆ Overnight Permission Form:
1. If you are staying overnight on the fairgrounds, you must fill out this form.
2. Check the nights you are staying (Friday or Saturday), indicate if you need space for a
camper, and note any other information we should know.
3. If you are staying with a parent (or your legal guardian), have them fill out just the
Parent/Guardian section of the form (you don’t have to fill out the Emergency Contact
section). You and your parent must sign the form!
4. If you are staying with your Emergency Contact instead of your parent, have your
parent fill out the Emergency Contact section. You, your parent and the contact must
sign the form!
5. Attach the Overnight Permission to your registration form.
6. Only enrolled Middlesex and New Haven County 4-H Exhibitors can submit
Overnight Permission Forms.
7. Adults must be a registered 4-H volunteer to be listed as an emergency contact.
◆ Dog Agility Registration Form:
1. Dog Agility forms are located at the end of the book.
2. Send your Dog Agility registration form no later than August 1, 2008.
Kara Trojanoski
34 South Hoop Pole Road
Guilford, CT 06437
www.4-HFair.org
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Fair Registration & Exhibitor Forms (Continued)
◆ Home Arts Classes 1 - 24:
1. Home Arts entries are registered at the Fair.
2. Be sure to check what you need for your exhibit on your Exhibitor Registration form
(electrical hook-up, DVD player, etc.)
◆ Livestock Classes 50 - 60:
1. Your 4-H office must have a completed verification form on file for each animal you
plan to bring to the fair!
2. Each Livestock Class has its own registration form. All Livestock registration forms are
located at the end of the fairbook.
3. If you are entering any Livestock Class (except Cats - Class 51 and Small Animals Class 53), you must enter one Fitting & Showmanship lot. Check the appropriate box
on the registration form based on your age and skill level.
4. Be sure to give as much information about your animal as possible on your Livestock
Class registration forms including the date of birth (or age) of the animal, name and/or
identification numbers and the exact breed.
2. Send above forms, including overnight permission, to:
4-H Office
1066 Saybrook Road
Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438
◆ Over The Clover :
1. Registration forms are located at the end of the book
2. Send your Over The Clover registration forms to:
4-H Office
New Haven County Cooperative Extension Center
305 Skiff Street
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President’s Welcome
This year is a great year to be a 4-H officer; there are many tasks
that we must complete. I believe this team can get it done
successfully. I am confident that this year will run as well as it did
this past year, our team will do everything it can to ensure a great
year. 4-H is a wonderful organization. I believe that the 4-H years
are your best years of your life. You have opportunities available to
you as an active 4-H member that no one else has. Learning
leadership and citizenship skills are two keys to success in life. I
hope that everyone gets a chance at what ever makes them happy.
As 4-Hers we all know that everyone looks up to us, adults,
teenagers, and children! They all know that we are here to better our
country, and to teach youth whatever they desire. We teach the
public in a way that everyone understands. Displays comparing parts of a sheep and cows inform
and educate everyone. Displaying our work that we took hours to perfect from needlework to
baking pies is impressive. I know they all appreciate what 4-Hers do for our communities. Not
only do we teach through educational exhibits, we make sure that everyone has fun! From petting
a cow, participating in the kid’s barn, to watching the tractor pulls we as a team try hard to have
everyone from all ages to be happy at our 4-H Fair
Sincerely,
Jane M. Baker
2008 Middlesex & New Haven County Fair President
2008
Fair Book Cover
Marisa Bedron, Orange
Fair Theme - “4-H Discover the Possibilities”
Kamilla Dynia, East Haven
Fair Poster Design
Jennifer East, Oxford
T-Shirt Design
Courtney Keating, Orange
Fairbook Graphics & Design
Rachel Bobst
Fairbook Editors
Peggy Grillo, Emily Alger, Carol Birdsey, Larry Pietrantonio
Fairbook Photo Credits:
Peg Grillo, Matt Pohl, Dawn Andrews, Jennifer East, Margie Frazon
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2008 Fair Book Dedication
Douglas Lanyon
Doug has been involved with the Middlesex and New Haven County 4H Fair since the merge
and involved with New Haven County before that. He has helped in many areas and was
always at the Horse Show helping wherever needed, handing out ribbons, opening and closing
the gate for hours on end and always giving everyone encouragement and praise. As Doug’s
daughters Wendy and Tanya went through the 4-H program so did Doug. The only thing
that happened is that his girls grew up. and started their own lives. Doug couldn’t leave the
4-H program – it’s in his blood!
In 1995 he became an Advisor for the fair and in 2000 a Program Advisor. Now Doug
handles the financial aspect of the fair. He also is very involved with organizing the Alumni
Dinner at the fair.
Now that Doug has grandchildren involved in the 4-H program we know he will be with
us for a long time to come.
With all the time Doug has volunteered to help our association he certainly deserves
this honor.
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Program Schedule - Friday & Saturday
Friday, August 1, 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:00
5:30
6:00
7:00
All Evening...
Fair Opens – Opening Ceremonies
Antique Tractor Pull
Dog Agility
Poultry Showmanship
Home Arts Judging
Livestock Exhibits
Saturday, August 2, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m.
9:00
9:00
10:00
10:00 - 12:00
11:00
11:00 - 12:00 p.m.
11:00 - 2:00
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
1:00
2:00 - 4:00
3:00
4:00
5:00 - 7:00
6:00
6:30
7:30-10:00
All Day...
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Fair Opens
Livestock Judging Begins (All Day)
Dog Show – Obedience
Team Penning
Face Painting in the Home Arts Barn
Oxen Draw
Walk Around Magician
Kids’ Barn
Magician
4-H Dog Showmanship - Dog Awards
Salsa Dance Lessons (no partner needed)
Premier Showmanship of Home Arts
Rabbit Showmanship
4-H Alumni, Friends & Family Dinner
Horse Draw
4-H Advisory Committee Auction
Farmer Joe Square Dancing
Livestock and Home Arts Exhibits
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Program Schedule - Sunday
Sunday, August 3, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:00
9:00
10:00
11:00 - 1:00
11:30 - 1:30
1:00
1:00
1:00 - 4:00
2:00
5:00
All Day...
Fair Opens
Premier Showman Contests
Garden Tractor Pull
Dog’s Day of Fun
Face Painting, Home Arts Building
Pet Parade
Cat Show
Tractor Driving Contest
Second Sunday Spinners, Spinning Demo in the Ag Barn
4-H Public Speaking and Expressive Arts Presentations
Fair Closes – Exhibits Removed, Cleanup
Livestock and Home Arts Exhibits
No Admission
$5.00 Parking Charge Per Car
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Exhibitor’s Guide
2008 Officers & Advisors
Officers
President
Vice President
Recording Secretary
Coordinator of Agriculture
Coordinator of Horse Show
Coordinator of Home Arts
Coordinator of Entertainment
Coordinator of Special Contests
Coordinator of Dogs
Coordinator of Grounds
Coordinator of Pulls
Coordinator of Marketing
Concessions Secretary
Treasurer
Assistant Treasurer
Coordinator Gates and Parking
Corresponding Secretary
Assistant Recording Secretary
Coordinator of Publicity
Jane Baker
Nicole McKay
Avery Eriksson
Kimberly Rinaldo
Jessica Fumiatti & Marissa Lefebvre
Christine Popp
Nathan Sandoval
Stephanie Groves
Kara Trojanowski
Robert Hills
Matthew Fassbender
Liz Lahner
Megan Freemantle
McKayla Hollis
Austin Ferrara
Craig Kaeser
Christina Groves
Kimberly Osga
Chris Dynia
Moodus
Higganum
Deep River
East Hampton
Madison
Orange
Milford
Wallingford
Guilford
Middletown
Middletown
Guilford
Middlefield
East Haddam
Killingworth
East Hampton
Wallingford
Guilford
Hamden
Program Advisors, Mentors & Chairs
Alumni Dinner Chair
Program Advisor
Program Advisor
Program Advisor
Grounds Mentor
Financial Mentor
Horse Show Mentor
Agriculture Mentor
Special Contest Mentor
Web Master
Doug Lanyon & Mark Lahner
Nancy Groves
Dana Lefebvre
Maureen Hollis
Justin Giuliano
Doug Lanyon
Tracy Davis-Harmon
Anne McIntyre-Lahner
Rick Greenbacker
Matt Pohl & Kathy Naples
First Year
Linda Fassbender
Melissa Ferrara
Kim Kaeser
Dianna Popolizio
Dawn Andrews
Sue Dearborn
Michael Fumiatti
Jill Stronk
Dawn Albrecht
April Alston
Krista Sandoval
Jean Trojanoski
Wallingford
Madison
East Haddam
Middletown
Milford
Middletown
Guilford
Middletown
Advisors
Second Year
Third Year
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Middletown
Killingworth
East Hampton
East Haven
Moodus
Clinton
Madison
Cheshire
Killingworth
New Britain
Milford
Guilford
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General Rules & Regulations
1. Exhibitor Requirements:
All Middlesex & New Haven County 4-H members who are at least 7 years of age, and not have reached
their 19th birthday by January 1 of the current 4-H Year may exhibit, unless otherwise specified in the
Class rules. Club or individual members must enroll by May l of the current 4-H Year. Participants in
special interest or enrichment programs must be enrolled by July 1 of the current 4-H Year.
2. Out of County Exhibitor Requirements:
a. Animal entries will be accepted from all CT 4-H’ers while space is available. “Out of County”
exhibitors are not eligible for the following: 1. any award presented at the Middlesex-New Haven
Achievement Night (see rules 9 & 19); 2. participation in Premier Showman Contest;
3. consideration for ESE unless arrangements have been made which include both county's educators.
b. A photocopy of your verification form (showing all dates and signatures) must accompany your entry
and be received by the deadline.
c. “Out of County” 4-H members must follow all other rules and regulations, and complete all
Registration Forms.
3. “Over the Clover”: Open to any 4-H alumni from Middlesex or New Haven County or any past or
current 4-H volunteers enrolled in either county regardless of youthful affiliation or the parents of
currently enrolled Middlesex/New Haven County 4-H Members. See “Over the Clover” Division
for details.
4. Entry Fee: Livestock (dairy, beef, goat, sheep, swine and camelid) exhibitors must pay $1 per animal
and rabbit and poultry exhibitors $.25 to cover cost of feed and bedding. This is due at the time of
registration on Friday afternoon. There is no entry fee for home arts exhibits (except “Over the Clover”,
see “Over the Clover” Division for details).
5. Entries: All 4-H members wishing to participate must pre-enter by July 15, 2008 by completing the 4-H
Member Exhibitor Registration Form located at the end of this fair book. 4-H Horse Show members
wanting to receive reimbursement for their division must submit record books for display in the 4-H
Fair. Entries should be mailed to the 4-H Office, Middlesex Extension Center, 1066 Saybrook Road,
P.O. Box 70, Haddam, CT 06438.
6. When Exhibits Must Be On The Grounds: All exhibits must be in place by 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
Nonperishable home arts exhibits (including record books) may be entered Wednesday, during fair-week
set-up, between 6:00-8:30 p.m. Friday’s entry time is from 12 noon to 6:30 p.m.
All exhibitors must report to the registration area (held in the Home Arts Exhibit area located on the midway
in the Durham Fair Poultry, Swine, Rabbit & Goat barn) prior to setting up any exhibits. Record books will
be turned in at this time and exhibitor’s passes will be issued.
7. 4-H Record Book: All exhibitors must enter their 4-H record book. Ribbons, or trophies will not be
awarded to 4-H’ers without submitting a record book. Any 4-H member who wishes to exhibit their
4-H Dog, Horse or Livestock (Dairy, Beef, Swine, Goat, Sheep, Camelid, Poultry, Rabbit, Cat or Small
Animal) must have submitted the appropriate 4-H Animal Project Verification Forms to the 4-H Office
by the designated deadlines in the spring of the current 4-H year to have their project animals evaluated
and be eligible for any awards.
8. Removal Of Exhibits: All exhibits must remain in place until 5:00 p.m. and should be removed by 6:00
p.m. Sunday. Items not called for at the close of the Fair will be disposed of at the discretion of the 4-H
Fair Association. Each person exhibiting in a department will be given a clean-up task to complete before
being signed out by the superintendent of that building and having their exhibits released. 4-H members
exhibiting livestock will also be expected to break down the enclosure(s) used for their animal(s) and
remove all bedding.
9. Judging: No person may interfere with judges while in discharge of their duties. Any person so
interfering will be excluded from competition. Exhibit areas will be open to 4-H members involved in
conference style judging, but may be closed to the public. Superintendents from each department will
remain in the buildings to assist the judges. The Fair Association has established the Danish System as
the primary system of judging. Each exhibit is evaluated by the judge on its own merit and is not
compared to others in the same Lot. Evaluation is based on the quality of the exhibit with consideration
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Ribbons: Blue (B.) signifies excellent, Red (R.) very good and White (W.) good.
Awards: Judges in each department will evaluate each entry and select Outstanding Exhibits and the
Court of Honor from blue ribbon recipients. In cases where there are limited entries, the judges will
deem appropriate the awarding of any trophies or court of honor. In all cases, the decision of judges
will be final.
Multiple Exhibitors: When more than one exhibitor is entering a non-club project together, the
youth must choose which name and exhbitor number is to be used (only one rosette ribbon or trophy,
if applicable, will be awarded). It is the responsibility of the exhibitors to make this decision. Otherwise,
the first name listed on the entry will be used by the managers.
Exhibits: All exhibits must be made or grown by the exhibitor during the past year; animals must be
owned or managed by the exhibitor during the current 4-H year.
Exhibit Safety: During the fair all exhibits are under the direction of The 4-H Fair Association which
will use due precaution for the safety of all exhibits. In no case will the Middlesex & New Haven
County 4-H Fair Association, Durham Fair Association or management be responsible for any loss or
damage that may occur. Each exhibitor and their parent/guardian (as well as owner of leased animals)
will be solely responsible for any loss, injury or damage to any animal; or loss, injury or damage done by
or arising from any animals exhibited by him/her and shall indemnify said Fair Associations against legal
or other proceedings in regard thereto. All exhibitors should give personal attention to their property. In
the interest of safety no exhibitor should be working the pen areas or around large animals with open
toed shoes, flip flops or bare feet.
Fairgrounds: No alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs are allowed on the fairgrounds. No smoking in the
barn areas or buildings.
Animal Care: Once animals are on the fairgrounds and unloaded, only 4-H’ers will work on and care for
their animals. This is a 4-H exhibit. Each exhibitor is responsible for the care of his/her animal(s) and any
damage done. The 4-H Fair follows the guidelines of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions
and the National Code of Show Ring Ethics. All animals must be raised and shown by the 4-H member using
safe and currently approved agricultural practices.
Overnight Stays: Exhibitors who have signed parental consent forms from the 4-H office may stay in
barns overnight provided there is an adult present who will be the Emergency Contact responsible for
them. All youth staying overnight must check-in daily by 6:00 p.m. with the Overnight Director. No
one staying overnight is allowed to leave the fairgrounds after this time without permission from the
Overnight Director.
Food & Pedestrian Areas: No livestock may be led near food concessions or in pedestrian areas. Horses
are allowed in designated areas only.
Wash Racks: Livestock exhibitors planning to use the wash racks must bring their own hose equipped
with a shut off nozzle.
Safety Precautions: Safety precautions are to be observed at all times. Any person causing risk of injury
to himself, other exhibitors or spectators will be asked to leave the fairgrounds.
Trophies: All trophies and special awards will be presented at the 4-H Fair Annual Meeting. “Out of
County” 4-H members are not eligible for these awards.
Non-Show Animals: No animals other than those being shown will be allowed on the fairgrounds
without written approval from fair directors.
Educational Exhibits:
a. If a member or club wishes to use an educational exhibit entered in a previous year, they may do so
as long as it has been significantly improved or expanded. A written statement must be included to
indicate what has been added or changed this year.
b. For Herdsmanship only – Educational Exhibits may be used from previous years.
c. For Club Educational Exhibits – Members who want to have their contribution evaluated as an
individual exhibit may do so if the exhibit can stand alone. Register exhibit in poster manager book
as well. Must be kept with overall club project.
Biohazard Precautions: Exhibitors should observe hand washing signs and be a constant safety example
for the general public.
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Special Awards
Given Out At The 4-H Fair Annual Meeting
◆ Record Book Award - any record book submitted may be nominated by the club
organizational leader or person evaluating the book to be considered for the Court of
Honor. There will be a Court of Honor and trophy selected for each category - Senior,
Junior and first year member. Please refer to Record Book section (Court of Honor policy)
for further instructions.
◆ Manager Awards - The Coordinators, in collaboration with the 4-H Fair Advisors, will
present a special award to the manager(s) showing the most creativity in setting up their
areas and responsibility in running their departments. Managers will be evaluated on
responsibility for set-up and clean-up, completing expected daily routines during the Fair
and for the decoration and upkeep of their area.
◆ Herdsmanship Awards - Presented to the winner and participants at the annual
Achievement Night.
Awards Needing Completed Application
For The Following Awards
(see 4-H Extension Staff for form or go to website)
◆ The Valley View Acres Award - presented to the club whose members exhibit in
the largest number of Classes, excluding record books. Club organizational leader
must apply.
◆ The Joseph Giaccone Memorial Award - presented to the most outstanding 4-H
member participating in the Fair. 4-H members exhibiting in a variety of Classes
and supporting the 4-H Fair through their leadership role(s) with the 4-H Fair
Association will be considered for this award. Individual 4H member must apply.
◆ Norman Dudley Award - presented to the most outstanding agricultural member
participating in the Fair. Variety of 4-H member’s agricultural exhibits as well as
participation in the total 4-H Fair will be considered when selecting the recipient
for this award. Individual 4-H member must apply.
◆ Pork Pals Memorial Award - presented to the 4-H member who enters the largest
combined number of entries in both Home Arts and Agriculture Departments. Award
is a $30 check with a recognition certificate. Originally started in 1998 with monies
left in the treasury of the Pork Pals, it is now provided by Justin Giuliano of
Middletown, alumni of that group.
Awards will be presented at the annual
Fair Meeting & County Achievement Night
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Dog’s Day Of Fun
Sunday August rd Activities Start At 10:00 a.m.
This Year At The Middlesex And New Haven County 4-H Fair We Are
Holding A Fun Day For Dogs And Their People.
All Of The Activities Are Open To Any Dog Of Any Age And Breed,
But Please Leave Your Females In Season And Aggressive Dogs At Home!
Musical Squares
Dogs And Handlers Will Play A Doggie Version Of Musical Chairs...
Last Team Remaining Wins
Cleverest Dog
Dog And Handler Will Perform A Routine Or Demonstrate A Trick.
Various Prizes For This Class
Obstacle Course
Dog And Handler Will Run An Obstacle Course With Some Basic Agility Equipment As
Well As Some More Creative Obstacles...
This Activity Is Judged On Speed And Accuracy
Costume Class
Dress Up Your Dog In The Most Incredible Costume You Can Think Of...
And Even Dress Up Yourself Too!
You Can More Than One Dog In The Ring For This Event
These Are All Fun Activities...You Don’t Have To Be A “Dog Person” To Come!
We Are Encouraging People With All Levels Of Experience To Come Join
Us For An Evening Of Canine Fun And Activities!
Please bring proof of your dog’s
current rabies vaccination!
Please bring proof of your dog’s
current rabies vaccination!
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Over the Clover” Divisions
“
In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Middlesex & New Haven County 4-H Fair,
two new divisions were created in 2001. The 4-H Youth Program has always supported family
participation and these two divisions open more avenues for such participation by offering
opportunities for volunteers and other family members to showcase what they have been
doing during this past year. We will continue to accept entries in both these categories.
The following guidelines will apply:
1. Open to any 4-H alumni from Middlesex or New Haven County, any past or
current 4-H volunteers enrolled in either county regardless of youthful affiliation or
the parents of currently enrolled 4-H Members in Middlesex or New Haven County.
2. Adults are not eligible for fair awards listed in the fair book.
3. Current 4-H member judging cards/score sheets will be used for evaluating
adult entries.
4. Adult exhibits will be displayed in a special section in the Home Arts department.
5. Adults must pre-register using the designated forms located in the center of the
4-H Fairbook.
6. When preparing exhibits, adults must follow the exhibiting (Class and Lot) guidelines
listed in the fair book.
7. Exhibits (with the exception of 4-H scrapbooks/record books which will be on
display only) will be evaluated using the Danish system. Blue, red and white ribbons
awarded. Adults are not eligible for fair awards listed in fair book.
8. With the exception of scrapbooks, record books or other memorabilia from the
exhibitor’s 4-H career which will be displayed only, exhibits must have been
completed or cared for during the current 4-H Year.
9. All exhibits must be in place by 6:30 p.m. on Friday afternoon and not removed
until 5:00 p.m. Sunday.
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“Over The Clover” Divisions (Continued)
Home Arts Division
◆ Adult entries will be accepted in all departments in the home arts area (Classes 1 through
24) with the exception of classes or lots which are club oriented.
◆ Anyone wishing to display their old record books/4-H scrapbooks are welcome to exhibit
in a special section of the exhibit area.
Livestock & Dog Division
◆ All Connecticut Department of Agriculture Regulations must be followed and appropriate
health forms submitted.
◆ Pre-registration is required for all divisions.
◆ Fees: An exhibitor showing an owned or leased animal must pay feed charges listed for that
species at the time of entering exhibits.
Livestock:
You are expected to fit and show your own owned or leased animal (an animal not being
shown by a 4-H member).
There will be three divisions for adults:
Flashback for those wishing to re-create their past experiences. Participants can “borrow”
an animal to try their hand at showmanship again. When registering, indicate
“Flashback” as the Lot.
Fitting & Showmanship for the serious-minded. You are expected to fit and show your
own owned or leased animal (an animal not being shown by a 4-H member).
Breed Classes for the serious-minded.
Dog:
See Dog Show for applicable rules and entry fees
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Almost a Clover” Division
“
Home Arts
◆ Open to any children of 4-H alumni from Middlesex or New Haven County, children
of any past or current 4-H volunteers enrolled in either county regardless of youthful
affiliation or siblings of currently enrolled 4-H members in New Haven or Middlesex
County.
◆ For children 7 and under.
◆ A special section will be provided in the Home Arts building display of “Almost a Clover”
Exhibits. An exhibit can be entered in any of the categories listed in the Home Arts section
of the fair book (Classes 1 - 24). Exhibits will not be evaluated - participants will be
awarded special participation ribbons.
◆ No pre-registration required. Report to Home Arts Building with exhibits.
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Livestock Regulations For Connecticut Shows & Fairs
A. 2008 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Health certificates signed by an accredited veterinarian and other required testing will be valid
for the entire 2008 show season.
2. All animals and poultry entered at fairs and shows must be in good health and in proper
physical condition and will be examined at the exhibition by the barn superintendent.
Evidence of poor condition or infectious or contagious disease or failure to produce the
necessary documents for health certification, vaccination or testing will result in ejection.
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture Livestock Inspector’s decision is final.
3. Health charts and proof of vaccination where applicable are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
4. Each barn superintendent will collect and hold the Health Certificates from each exhibitor.
Animals not in compliance with the state regulations for shows and fairs will not be allowed.
A complete list, containing the name of the exhibitor, address, animal ID (ear tag, tattoo, leg
band), breed and age of each animal, and the total head count will be made available to the
State Livestock Inspector and forwarded to the Connecticut Dept. of Agriculture, Bureau of
Regulation & Inspection by the fair superintendent. All animals and poultry present on the
grounds should be identified on this list. Any animal that is rejected should be noted as such
with a brief statement of reason. Rejected animals or poultry should be removed from the
grounds as soon as possible. Any concerns about the health of any animal or bird should be
reported to the State Livestock Inspector or the Fair Veterinarian immediately.
5. Isolate all exhibited animals and poultry upon their return to the farm from other animals and
poultry for 3-4 weeks to reduce the risk of disease exposure and transmission. Call your local
veterinarian if your animals or poultry become sick to help you with diagnosis and treatment.
6. Contact the Bureau of Regulation and Inspection at 860-713-2504 if you have any questions.
B. CONNECTICUT ANIMALS
All cattle, horses and sheep should have a rabies vaccination given by a
Veterinarian. The vaccination certificate should be signed by the veterinarian
that gave the vaccination and include the animal’s identification and description,
the name of the vaccine’s manufacturer, serial number and date the vaccination was given
and when it expires. If it is the animal’s first rabies vaccination, it must be given at least
30 DAYS prior to their first show date.
1. ALL SPECIES: Animals must originate from herds or flocks that meet the testing and health
requirements of the State of Connecticut. State livestock inspectors may request proof of
compliance with state requirements. No herd or flock under quarantine order shall move
or be exhibited. All animals must have permanent identification (ear tag, tattoo, leg band,
microchip plus a reader or EIA certificate).
2. CATTLE: All cattle must have a health certificate issued within 60 days of their first show
by an accredited veterinarian stating that the animal is in good health and not showing signs
of infectious, contagious and/or communicable diseases.
3. HORSES: All horses must have a negative AGID (Coggins) or ELISA test for Equine
Infectious Anemia (EIA) within 12 months of their show date and be accompanied by this
certificate. It is highly recommended that horses be vaccinated against EEE and WNV
within 6 months of their first show date.
4. SHEEP: All sheep must have official USDA-approved identification and be accompanied
by health certificates issued within 60 days of their first show by an accredited veterinarian
stating that the sheep are in good health and not showing signs of infectious, contagious
and/or communicable diseases and are not from scrapie-exposed flocks.
(Cont.)
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Livestock Regulations for Connecticut Shows & Fairs (Continued)
5. GOATS: All goats must have official USDA-approved identification and a health certificate
issued within 60 days of their first show by an accredited veterinarian stating that the animals
are in good health and not showing signs of infectious, contagious and/or communicable
diseases and not from scrapie-exposed herds.
6. SWINE: All swine must originate from Connecticut herds that are tested for Brucellosis and
Pseudorabies on a yearly basis. All swine must have a health certificate issued within 60 days
prior to the first show by an accredited veterinarian. If the swine are purchased from a tested
herd, a bill of sale from the Connecticut producer must be presented to the State Veterinarian’s
office before a Connecticut Exhibition Test card will be issued to the new owner.
7. POULTRY: Poultry originating within the state must come from healthy flocks with no
evidence of infectious, contagious and/or communicable diseases. All birds must be inspected,
identified and be accompanied by written proof (Connecticut Flock Test card or Connecticut
Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Report) that verifies that the breeding flock or the
individual birds listed on the report were blood-test negative for Salmonella pullorum within
365 days of the show date. Concurrent Avian Influenza testing of the flock and/or individual
birds is strongly recommended. Poultry vaccinated within 30 days with any live virus vaccine
will be prohibited from showing. All cages, crates or vehicles used for housing or transporting
poultry must be cleaned and disinfected before and after each show. Doves, pigeons and
waterfowl are exempt from testing requirements, but must be identified by leg bands or
wing tags.
8. CAMELIDS: Camelids that originate within the state must have a health certificate issued
within 30 days of the first show by an accredited veterinarian listing the permanent
identification (ear tag, tattoo or microchip and a reader must be available for the microchips)
and stating the animal is in good health and free of obvious signs of infectious disease.
C. OUT OF STATE ANIMALS:
All cattle, horses and sheep should have a rabies vaccination given by a
Veterinarian. The vaccination certificate should be signed by the veterinarian
that gave the vaccination and include the animal’s identification and description,
the name of the vaccine’s manufacturer, serial number and date the vaccination was given
and when it expires. If it is the animal’s first rabies vaccination, it must be given at least
30 DAYS prior to their first show date.
1. ALL SPECIES: Animals shall originate from herds or flocks that meet the testing and health
requirements of the State of Connecticut and must be accompanied by health certificates and
test charts as indicated below. No animals from a herd or flock under quarantine order shall
enter into the State. All animals and poultry must have official permanent identification (ear
tag, tattoo, leg band, wing band, microchip plus a reader, or EIA certificate). All animals and
birds (except horses) must have an exhibition permit number on the health certificates.
Call 860-713-2504 or 860-713-2505 for a permit number. All out of state animals and
birds offered for sale must meet Connecticut Importation Regulations.
2. CATTLE: All cattle must have health certificates issued within 30 days of the first show by
an accredited veterinarian, test charts and vaccination certificates where applicable. All cattle
over 3 months of age must have a negative TB test within 12 months of the show date. Cattle
under 3 months of age may go on the dam’s TB test chart if the dam was tested for TB within
the past 12 months and a copy of the results is provided. All Brucellosis vaccinated female
cattle over 18 months of age and all bulls and non-vaccinated female cattle 6 months of age
and older must have a negative Brucellosis test within 12 months of the show date. Steers and
spayed heifers are exempt from Brucellosis testing.
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Livestock Regulations for Connecticut Shows & Fairs (Continued)
3. HORSES: All horses must have a health certificate issued within 30 days of the first show by
an accredited veterinarian. All horses must have a negative AGID (Coggins) or ELISA test for
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) within 12 months of their show date and be accompanied by
this certificate. It is highly recommended that horses be vaccinated against EEE and WNV
within 6 months of the first show date.
4. SHEEP: All sheep must have official USDA-approved identification and be accompanied
by health certificates issued within 60 days of their first show date by an accredited
veterinarian stating that the sheep are in good health and not showing signs of infectious,
contagious and/or communicable diseases and are not from scrapie-exposed flocks.
5. GOATS: All goats must have official USDA-approved identification and be accompanied by a
health certificate issued within 30 days of their first show by an accredited veterinarian stating
that the goats are in good health and not showing signs of infectious, contagious and/or
communicable diseases and not from scrapie-exposed flocks. All goats must originate from
Brucellosis and TB free herds. Goats over 3 months must test negative tn TB and Brucellosis
within 12 months of the show date. Kids under 3 months of age may go to the dam’s test
chart if the dam was tested within the past 12 months and a copy of the result is provided.
Wethers are exempt from Brucellosis testing.
6. SWINE: Swine that are 3 months of age and older must be negative to Brucellosis and
Pseudorabies tests and have a health certificate stating such within 30 days of their first show
date by an accredited veterinarian Barrows are exempt from Brucellosis testing but must have
a negative Pseudorabies test. Swine under 3 months of age must originate from a Brucellosisfree and Pseudorabies qualified herd and the herd test dates and qualified herd numbers must
be on the health certificate.
7. POULTRY: All poultry must be identified and test negative for Salmonella pullorum within
12 months of the show date and be accompanied by this certificate. All poultry must comply
with the Department of Agriculture Avian Influenza requirements by originating from AI-Free
flocks or be tested for AI within 30 days of entry and have a certificate. No poultry from any
areas of any state having Avian Influenza may enter Connecticut. Poultry vaccinated within 30
days with any live virus will be prohibited from showing. All cages, crates and vehicles used for
housing and transporting poultry must be cleaned and disinfected before and after each show.
Doves, pigeons and waterfowl are exempt from testing requirements, but must be
identified by leg bands or wing tags.
8. CAMELID: All camelid must have a negative Axillary TB test within 12 months and a
negative Brucellosis test within 12 months of entry, and a health certificate issued within 30
days of the first show by an accredited veterinarian, listing th permanent identification (ear
tag, tattoo or microchip and a reader must be available for the microchips) and test results.
THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM,
IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES REQUIRES THE
RECOMMENDED VACCINATIONS INCLUDING RABIES FOR ALL ANIMALS
DISPLAYED. IN ADDITION, ALL ANIMALS NOT HAVING AN APPROVED RABIES
VACCINATION MUST BE DISPLAYED IN A MANNER IN WHICH THE PUBLIC WILL
NOT COME IN CONTACT WITH SUCH ANIMALS.
2008 IMPORTANT NOTICE 2008
All animals for which there is a licensed Rabies vaccine – cattle, horses, sheep, dogs,
cats and ferrets – exposed to the public should be vaccinated against Rabies.
Animals not having an approved Rabies vaccination should be displayed in a manner
such that the public would not be in contact or exposed to saliva from these animals
and have CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED SIGNS OR RIBBONS stating
“CONNECTICUT RABIES ADVISORY NOTICE –
DO NOT FEED OR TOUCH ANIMALS”
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Premier Showman of Home Arts Contest
Saturday - 3:00 p.m.
Qualifications for consideration for this award include:
◆ Individuals selected to compete for Premier of Home Arts must enter a minimum five
home arts projects in at least four different classes.
◆ Exhibits will not include Record Books, Public Speaking, Creative
Expressions Classes, or Video/DVD Classes.
◆ Individuals must also have been awarded a Court of Honor or
Outstanding exhibitor Ribbon in one of their chosen classes.
◆ From all qualified individuals the top ten will be determined through
tie break and those ten will be interviewed by the Premier Showman Judges.
◆ Champion rosettes will be awarded for up to 10 places.
The Premier Showman of Home Arts Award will be presented to the premier showman.
(See General Rules 9 & 18).
STAYING OVERNIGHT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS:
There are a limited number of spaces for family camping.
Please contact the 4-H office at (860) 345-4511 right away
to reserve a site! Let us know if you have a Camper, RV, or Tent
Only youth who have a completed “Permission Form For Staying Overnight At The
Fairgrounds” form on file & who will be supervised by a parent or Emergency Contact
will be allowed to stay overnight. Adults staying overnight should email the 4-H Office
by the June 15th deadline.
All permission forms must be turned in no later than June 15, 2008!
All youth staying overnight must check-in daily by 6:00 p.m. with the
Overnight Director. No one staying overnight is allowed to leave the fairgrounds after
this time without permission from the Overnight Director.
Only registered volunteers will be able to serve as Emergency Contacts.
MIDDLESEX & NEW HAVEN COUNTY 4-H FAIR
CAMPING RESERVATION
Name ________________________________________________ Year of Fair _________________
Mailing Address:
Street ____________________________ Town ________________ State _____ Zip ___________
Telephone ( __________ ) _________________________
Type of Camper or RV ____________________________ Make ____________________________
Length _______________ Slide Out _______________ One Side 2 Sides
Tent _______________
Where tent is being set up:
Camping Area _____ Camelid Barn _____ Livestock Barn _____ Home Arts Building _____
Nights Staying: Friday ____ Saturday _____ Date bringing to Fairgrounds: ____________________
Campers may not be brought to fairgrounds before 4:30 pm on Wednesday before fair.
ANYONE NOT HAVING A CAMPING FORM ON FILE WILL NOT BE GIVEN A
CAMPING SPOT AND CANNOT STAY ON THE GROUNDS
Mail forms by July 26th to: Carol Birdsey, 1066 Saybrook Rd., Box 70, Haddam, CT 06438
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Child Care - Class 1
◆ Read General Rules and Regulations. All 4-H exhibitors must submit record books.
(See rule 7.)
◆ Each article exhibited must provide a tag with the name of the article, directions for its
use and the appropriate age range for the child or children who will be using it.
◆ Points considered in judging will be neatness, safety, ease of keeping clean, sturdiness
and attractiveness.
Class 1
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Homemade games
Scrapbook for a child
Homemade toy for infant
Homemade toy for toddler
Homemade toy for 4 to 6 year olds
Babysitter's Bag (or box) with a collection of inexpensive odds and
ends to provide a child with "things to do" with babysitter
Scrapbook on Child Care
Scrapbook on Parties for Children under 9
Storybook
Point Values
Blue
Red White
9
8
7
9
8
7
9
8
7
9
8
7
9
8
7
9
8
7
9
9
9
8
8
8
7
7
7
The Brauer Family 4-H Fair Child Care Award - presented for the outstanding child
care exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Home Furnishings - Class 2
(See rule 7.)
◆ Enter knitted, crocheted, embroidered and hooked exhibits in Class 4 (Needlework).
◆ Please include directions or steps taken with the item.
Class 2
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Small useful articles for home (pot holders, placemats, napkin holder
and napkins, etc.)
Bureau scarf, bulletin board, waste basket
Article for your room or home. Includes curtains, bedspread,
slipcovers, luncheon set and tablecloth or wall hangings
Floor plan with furniture arrangement & color scheme of one room
(hand drawn or computer generated)
Pillows
Upholstered item
Any other room accessory made by the exhibitor
Flags or Banners
Place Setting with menu
Any home furnishing item made from a kit
Point Values
Blue
Red White
9
8
7
9
9
8
8
7
7
9
8
7
9
9
9
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
7
The Linderme & Zurcher 4-H Fair Home Furnishings Award - presented for the
outstanding home furnishings exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Clothing/Sewing - Class 3
◆ Read General Rules & Regulations. All 4-H exhibitors must submit record books. (See rule 7.)
◆ Bring dresses, skirts, blouses, etc. on hangers. Articles previously evaluated for the Clothing
Revue are eligible to be judged at the 4-H Fair. For the Clothing Revue, emphasis is given to fit,
attractiveness and the “total look” of the outfit on the individual. At the Fair, judging emphasizes
the construction and condition of the outfit as seen on a hanger.
◆ Patterns must be included with each article. Where no pattern is available, a clear written explanation
of steps taken must be included.
◆ Enter crocheted or knitted exhibits in Class 4 (Needlework), pillows in Class 2 (Home Furnishings).
◆ Enter items that are less than half sewn construction, such as items that are glued, in Class 8 (Crafts).
◆ Judging: In scoring these exhibits, judges will consider suitability of fabric to purpose, practicality,
individuality and condition of the garment (including cleanliness and press) as well as construction.
A garment that has been worn and well cared for will receive the same consideration as a new
garment.
Class 3
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
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Sewing box or bag including all necessary equipment except scissors;
any item made by the exhibitor should be so labeled
Clothing Accessory
Apron (Chef's or Carpenter's)
Skirt (without pattern)
Skirt or scooter skirt (with pattern)
Blouse, halter, or shirt
Dress, jumpsuit, 4-H uniform or jumper
Shorts, culottes or pants
Pajamas, nightgown, bathrobe
Beach robe
Bathing suit
Vest
2 or 3 piece outfit (skirt, vest, pants, blazer)
Coat or jacket
Gown
Decorated article of clothing sewn by 4-H member
Stuffed animals, sewed toys, dolls/doll clothes
Pocketbook or tote bag
Holiday clothing item (may use a kit)
Smart Shopping: exhibitor creates an outfit including accessories for
less than $35 (excluding shoes); provide a written explanation of
money spent & justify clothing choices
Clothing design: can be hand drawn or computer generated; provide
samples of materials to be used
Any sewing item made from a kit
Miscellaneous
Blue
9
Point Values
Red White
8
7
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
15
15
15
9
9
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
10
10
10
8
8
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
9
8
7
9
9
8
8
7
7
The Helen Spencer 4-H Fair Clothing Award - presented for the
most outstanding clothing exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Needlework - Class 4
◆ Read General Rules & Regulations; all 4-H exhibitors must submit record books.
(See rule 7.)
Class 4
Lot
Blue
Point Values
Red
White
Knitted article:
1
2
3
4
5
6
Afghan
Dress, coat, cape
Large article (sweater, skirt, shawl)
Small article (mittens, slippers, hat)
Any other knitted article
Article made from wool spun by 4-H’er
15
15
9
9
9
15
10
10
8
8
8
10
8
8
7
7
7
8
15
15
9
9
9
9
9
15
10
10
8
8
8
8
8
10
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
8
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
9
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
9
9
8
8
9
7
Crocheted article:
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Coat, dress, cape
Vest, sweater, shawl
Hat or small article
Doily
Edging (pillowcase, etc.)
Blanket or afghan
Any other crocheted article
Article made from wool spun by 4-H’er
Embroidery:
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
Crewel (worsted wool yarn)
Cotton or silk thread
Candlewicking
Liquid embroidery
Counted Cross Stitch
Any other embroidered article
Any item made from a kit or prepared design
Needlepoint:
22
23
Original needlepoint
Needlepoint made from a kit
Hooked article:
24
25
26
27
Rug
Chair Pad
Wall hanging
Wall hanging made from a kit
Misc. needlework
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29
Chicken scratch (usually worked on gigham or checked cloth)
Miscellaneous needlework not listed above
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Needlework, Class 4 (Continued)
Class 4
Lot
Blue
Point Values
Red
White
Quilting:
30
31
32
Large article (quilt)
Small article (pillow)
Wall hanging
15
9
9
10
8
8
8
7
7
15
9
9
10
8
8
8
7
7
15
10
8
Precut quilt kit:
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34
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Large article (quilt)
Small article (pillow)
Wall hanging
Association of Connecticut Fairs Quilt Contest:
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See Quilt Contest following this section; contest is open only to
4-H members in Middlesex and New Haven Counties or adults
eligible for "Over the Clover" Division
The Henry Turner Needlework Award - presented for the outstanding needlework
exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
2008 Quilt Contest
Sponsored By:
The Association Of Connecticut Fairs Inc
Fairfield Processing Corporation Makers of PolyFil® Products
Woodstock Agricultural Society
“The Woodstock Fair”
Rules of Contest
◆ Who May Enter: Only enrolled Middlesex & New Haven 4-H members and adults eligible
for the “Over the Clover” Division may enter the Quilt Contest offerd by this 4-H Fair..
◆ How To Enter: Any resident of Connecticut entering the Quilt Contest at any Fair belonging
to the Association of Connecticut Fairs is automatically competing in the local contest.
Contestants may enter the contest in as many Fairs as they wish UNTIL they win First Prize.
They will then represent that Fair in the State Quilt Contest at the 2009 Spring Meeting of the
Association.
◆ Judging: The Association of Connecticut Fairs will furnish judges' score sheets to each Fair and
the Contestant will receive these sheets at the end of that event. Judging will be based on
overall appearance, workmanship and originality. All decisions of the judges are final.
◆ Local Contest: The winner of the Quilt contest will receive a Blue Ribbon from the
Association of Connecticut Fairs at each Fair and will be eligible to submit their entry at the
Spring Meeting of the Association of Connecticut Fairs. In the event a Fair receives only one
entry in the contest, and that entry is worthy of First Prize, the Association Rosette must be
awarded to the Contestant.
◆ State Contest: At the Spring Meeting, date and time to be announced. The secretary of each
Fair MUST contact the winners from that Fair and supply information about dinner
reservations, time and place of the Spring Meeting.
◆ The following prizes are to be awarded at the Spring Meeting in each category.
1st Prize - $50.00 2nd Prize - $35.00 3rd Prize - $15.00
◆ Categories:
1. Hand-Appliqué 2. Patchwork
No Tied Quilts - No Pre-cut Quilt Kits
◆ Criteria:
1. All work must be accomplished by an individual quiltmaker.
2. Work can be pieced by hand or by machine, but appliqué and quilting must be
done by hand.
3. Work must be completed in 2007 - 2008.
4. Finished work must be at least single-bed size.
5. Judging will be:
Overall appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 points
Difficulty of pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 points
Consistency of Stitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 points
Matching Points and corners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 points
Borders & bindings*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 points
* Width even – compliments rest of quilt
Cleanliness of work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 points
Balance of material weights, colors & pattern . . . . . . . . . . . 20 points
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Total Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 points
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Food & Nutrition - Class 5
◆ Read General Rules & Regulations. All 4-H exhibitors must submit record books.
(See rule 7.)
◆ Baked goods must include complete recipe card, giving the exact name of the product.
Recipes may be photocopied. Follow recipe directions accurately. All pies should be in
aluminum pie plates. Paper plates will be furnished for exhibiting. Cover food with plastic
wrap. Foods made with mixes will be entered in Lot 5.16; state name of mix and added
ingredients. Each exhibitor must prepare his or her own batch of an item. After the fair,
throw away all food, as it may be contaminated.
◆ Decorated cakes and cookies (Lots 9 and 18) will be evaluated on presentation and
artistic interpretation of the theme and are not sampled. They do not have to be made by
the exhibitor, only decorated by them. Box mixes may be used. Non-edible materials may
be used.
◆ Note this year’s decoration themes in Lots 9 and 18 and prepare entries accordingly.
◆ The Fair Association will not be responsible for non-disposable dishes left with food
for exhibit.
◆ State Baking contests are open only to members in Middlesex and New Haven Counties
or adults eligible for the “Over the Clover” Division.
◆ See details of baking contests on following pages.
Class 5
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
Baking powder biscuits or muffins, (4) any kind
Loaf (standard size) of quick bread (banana, date, etc)
Individual pastries or donuts (4)
Yeast rolls (4), loaf of yeast bread
Holiday bread or coffee cake (made w/yeast)
Cookies (6) or squares (4)
Gingerbread (un-frosted)
Cake or (4) cupcakes
Decorated cake: "The Big Picture"
Pie (not cream or custard)
Candy (6 pieces)
Any other baked item
Association of Connecticut Fairs Junior Baking Contest
Association of Connecticut Fairs Baking Contest
Association of Connecticut Fairs Baking Contest 2 crust pie
Baked goods with a mix as one of the ingredients
Non-baked cookies (6)
Decorated cookies: "He lping Hands"
”
Any other food item
Blue
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
15
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
6
9
Point Values
Red White
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
10
8
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
5
4
8
7
The Helen Spencer 4-H Foods Award - presented for the
outstanding foods exhibit. (see rules General Rules 9 and 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
2008 State Baking Contests
Sponsored By: The Association Of Connecticut Fairs Inc
The Flood Family
WHO MAY ENTER JUNIOR CONTEST: The Junior Contest will be open only to 4-H members between the ages of
nine (9) and fifteen (15) years of age as of July 1st with no exceptions. Only enrolled Middlesex and New Haven 4-H
members and adults eligible for the “Over the Clover” Division may enter the Senior Baking Contest or Apple Pie
Baking Contest offered by this 4-H Fair.
HOW TO ENTER: Any resident of Connecticut entering the Baking Contest at any Fair belonging to the Association
of Connecticut Fairs is automatically competing in the local contest. Contestants may enter the contest in as many Fairs
as they wish UNTIL they win First Prize. They will then represent that Fair in the final contest. The Association of
Connecticut Fairs will not be responsible for contestants' containers at either the Local or State Contest. Please submit
entry on a disposable plate. Contestants will be subject to the entry rules of the Local Fairs.
JUDGING: Will be based on appearance, flavor and texture. The Association of Connecticut Fairs will furnish judges'
score sheets to each Fair and the Contestant will receive these sheets at the end of that event. Additions, deletions or
substitutions in the recipe is not permitted and will be subject to disqualification. All decisions of the judges are final.
LOCAL CONTEST: The winner of the Baking Contest will receive a Blue Ribbon from the Association of Connecticut
Fairs at each Fair and will be eligible to submit their entry at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Connecticut Fairs.
In the event a Fair receives only one entry in the contest, and that entry is worthy of First Prize, the Association Rosette
must be awarded to the Contestant.
STATE CONTEST: The Annual Meeting will be held in the Fall of 2008. Contact your local Fair or visit
www.ctfairs.org for the exact date, time and location. Entries will be accepted until 12:00 noon only, positively no
later. The Secretary of each Fair MUST contact the winner from that Fair and supply information about dinner
reservations, time and place of Annual Meeting.
The entries in the State Contest at the Annual Meeting become the property of the Association of Connecticut Fairs.
NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE DOOR.
CONTEST COMMITTEE
Tom Wilt – Chairman ......................... 89R Hellgate Road, Durham, CT 06422 ............ (860) 349-3237
Diane & Robert Richard ..................... 518 West Street, Guilford, CT 06437................... (203) 457-1168
Mary Wilson ........................................ 6 Riched Lane, Uncasville, CT 06382 ................. (860) 848-8872
Mildred Bell ......................................... 600 Allen Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450 .............. (203) 237-1694
Junior Baking Contest
JUNIORS: The JUNIOR BAKING CONTEST will be open only to Juniors between the ages of nine (9) and fifteen
(15) years of age as of July 1st with no exceptions. There will be ONE GROUP for both local and state competition.
Please refer to the general RULES OF CONTEST for further information.
FAIR SECRETARIES: A First Place Blue Rosette Ribbon will be awarded to the winning entry. In the event the First
Place Winner will not compete at the State Judging, the Second Place Winner will be allowed to represent the Fair. The
secretary of each fair MUST contact the winner from that Fair and supply information about dinner reservations, time
and place of the Annual Meeting.
STATE JUDGING: The State judging will take place at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Connecticut Fairs.
Contact you local Fair or visit www.ctfairs.org for the exact date., time and location for the meeting. Entries will be
accepted only until 12:00 noon. ALL DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL!!! The winning entry at each Fair
will be accepted for State Judging, and each local winner must be prepared to go on to the State Contest. Questions
should be addressed to the Junior Baking Committee.
ALL DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL!
The following prizes are to be awarded at the State Contest in November
Junior Baking Contest
1st Prize $15.00, Rosette 2nd Prize $12.50, Rosette 3rd Prize $10.00, Rosette 4th Prize $7.50, Rosette
(4) Honorable Mention Rosette(s) & $5.00 (5th, 6th, 7th & 8th)
JUNIOR BAKING COMMITTEE
Annette Hamilton – Chairperson ........ PO Box 115, South Woodstock, CT 06267......... (860) 974-0307
Nancy Dennis ...................................... 135 Webster Ridge, Berlin, CT 06037 ................. (860) 828-4317
Jay Blackmar ........................................ PO Box 115, South Woodstock, CT 06267......... (860) 928-0886
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Adult Baking Contest Recipe
Coconut Layer Cake
1 large egg plus 5 large egg whites
3⁄4 cup cream of coconut
1⁄4 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon coconut extract
21⁄4 cups (9 ounces) cake flour, sifted
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
3⁄4 teaspoon salt
12 tablespoons (11⁄2 sticks)
unsalted butter, cut into 12 pieces,
softened, but still cool
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment
paper lining the bottom. Beat egg whites and whole egg with fork to combine. Add cream of
coconut, water, vanilla, and coconut extract and beat with fork until thoroughly combined.
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in bowl of mixer. Mix on lowest speed to
combine, about 30 seconds. With mixer still running on lowest speed, add butter, 1 piece
at a time, then beat until mixture resembles coarse meal, with butter bits no larger than
small peas, 2 to 21⁄2 minutes. With mixer still running, add 1 cup liquid. Increase speed to
medium-high and beat until light and fluffy (about 45 seconds). With mixer still running,
add remaining 1 cup liquid in steady stream (about 15 seconds). Stop mixer and scrape down
bowl with rubber spatula, then beat at medium-high speed to combine, about 15 seconds.
Divide batter between cake pans. Bake on lower rack until deep golden brown and toothpick
inserted into center of cakes comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool in pans about 10
minutes. Remove and cool. Make filling and frosting.
Filling:
1⁄ 4
Cup Lemon Juice
1⁄ 2 Cup Sugar
3 Large Egg Yolks
4 TBSP Cold Unsalted Butter cut into 1" Pieces
Combine lemon juice, sugar and egg yolks, whisk until smooth. Cook over medium heat,
stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until mixture begins to thicken. Reduce heat and
cook on low for an additional 3 to 4 minutes stirring continuously. Remove from heat and
strain into a glass bowl. Add butter and whisk until melted. Cool completely before spreading.
Frosting:
1 Cup Milk
31⁄ 2 TBSP Flour
2 Sticks Butter
1 Cup Sugar
1 tsp coconut extract
Cook milk and flower until thick, stirring constantly. Cool. Cream butter with sugar and
add extract. Add the cooled milk mixture and beat until light and fluffy
Spread filling and a layer of frosting between layers and finish frosting cake. Sprinkle top
with coconut
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Junior Baking Contest Recipe
Raspberry Jelly Roll
3⁄4
cup sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
3⁄4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
3⁄4 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
Other ingredients:
confectioners sugar for dusting
One 10 oz. jar Polaners All Fruit spreadable raspberry
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Use a 10 1⁄2" × 15 1⁄2" × 1" baking sheet.
Grease the baking sheet lightly then line the bottom with a long strip of waxed paper that
extends over the ends of the pan. Also grease the waxed paper and dust with flour.
Have all ingredients at room temperature.
Sift sugar. Beat until light 4 egg yolks and add sugar gradually. Beat until creamy then add
vanilla and mix well. Sift before measuring all-purpose flour. Re-sift with baking powder and
salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, beat until smooth. Whip 4 egg
whites until stiff but not dry. Lightly fold them into the cake batter. Pour batter into the pan
so it covers the entire pan evenly.
Bake for about 12 minutes. Loosen the edges as soon as the cake comes out of the oven.
Reverse the pan onto a clean towel that has been dusted with some confectioners sugar.
Immediately peel off the paper. Trim any crusty edges and roll the unfilled cake while it is
hot with the towel.
Place the cake, still wrapped in the towel, on a rack to cool. When the cake is cool it is ready
to fill. Unroll the cake and fill it with the raspberry filling spreading the filling evenly over the
entire cake and roll it again using the towel. When the cake is filled and rolled, place it on a
serving plate with loose edges down. Lightly dust the cake with confectioners sugar to
enhance appearance.
Submit one whole 8" cake for judging.
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2008 State Two Crusted Apple Pie Contest
Sponsored By The Association Of Connecticut Fairs Inc
Rules of Contest
◆ Who May Enter: Only enrolled Middlesex & New Haven 4-H members and adults eligible for
the “Over the Clover” Division may enter the Two Crusted Apple Pie Contest offered by this
4H Fair. If entered by Juniors, they will be considered adults. Commercial, Industrial or
Professional Bakers, Home Economists, anyone selling bakery products are not eligible to enter.
◆ How To Enter: Any resident of Connecticut entering the Apple Pie Contest at any fair belonging
to the Association of Connecticut Fairs is automatically competing in the local contest.
Contestants may enter the contest in as many fairs as they wish UNTIL they win first prize.
They then will represent that Fair in the State Contest. Contestants will be subject to the entry
rules at the Local Fairs.
◆ Judging Criteria:
Overall Appearance ...........40
Crust..................................10
Flavor.................................40
Texture...............................10
◆ Rules:
1. A 9 inch Two Crusted pie
2. Submit a 3" ✕ 5" card with recipe, your name & address printed
3. No Pre-made or mix will be allowed
4. Main ingredient must be apples. However, pies may include other fruits or ingredients
5. Pies become the property of the Association of Connecticut Fairs (Please use a
non-returnable baking dish)
The Association of Connecticut Fairs will furnish score sheets to each fair and the
contestant will receive these sheets at the end of the event. ALL DECISIONS OF THE
JUDGES WILL BE FINAL!!!
◆ Local Contest: The winner of contest will receive a blue ribbon from the Association of
Connecticut Fairs at each fair and will be eligible to submit their entry at the Annual Meeting of
the Association. In the event a fair receives only one entry to the contest and that entry is worthy
of the first prize, the Association ribbon must be awarded to the contestant.
◆ State Contest: The state contest will be held at the 2008 Association of Connecticut Fairs fall
meeting. Contact you local fair or visit www.ctfairs.org for the exact date, time and location.
Entries will be accepted until 12:00 noon - no later. THE SECRETARY OF EACH FAIR
MUST CONTACT THE WINNER FROM THAT FAIR AND SUPPLY INFORMATION
ABOUT DINNER RESERVATIONS, TIME AND PLACE OF ANNUAL MEETING.
APPLE PIE CONTEST
(The following prizes are to be awarded at the State Contest in November)
1st Prize $40.00 2nd Prize $35.00 3rd Prize $30.00 4th Prize $25.00 5th Prize $15.00
6th Prize $12.50 7th Prize $10.00 8th Prize $07.50 Next 2 Prizes $5/each
Six Rosette Ribbons will be awarded
Honorable Mention Ribbons and Consolation Prizes will be awarded.
TWO CRUSTED APPLE PIE CONTEST COMMITTEE
Tom Wilt – Chairman ................ 89R Hellgate Road, Durham, CT 06422 . (860) 349-3237
Diane & Robert Richard ............ 518 West Street, Guilford, CT 06437 ....... (203) 457-1168
Mary Wilson ............................... 6 Riched Lane, Uncasville, CT 06382 ...... (860) 848-8872
Mildred Bell ................................ 600 Allen Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450 ... (203) 237-1694
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Canning/Food Preparation - Class 6
◆ Read General Rules & Regulations. All 4-H exhibitors must submit record books. (See
rule 7.) An exhibitor may enter more than one exhibit in a Lot, provided they are not
exactly the same.
◆ All entries in this class must have been canned since the previous 4-H Fair. Canned items
might be opened for judging.
◆ All entries must have been canned by the exhibitor alone. The 4-H’er may have had
supervision, but no help other than lifting jars in or out of the processor. Watch cooking
times and skim bubbles off jams/jellies. Meat rubs and spices will not be accepted.
◆ The quality of each exhibit will be determined according to the following:
1. It is required that all entries in a Lot be uniform jars, same shape and size. Clear glass
is required as it shows the product better than colored glass.
2. Every jar or bottle must have a label with name of product, date processed, processing
method used and Lot number from fair book pasted on the front, one inch from the
bottom.
3. Canned goods must include complete recipe card. Recipes may be photocopies. Be sure
to follow recipe accurately.
4. Contact your local University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension office for current
information on home food processing. Only up-to-date USDA approved methods for
home canning may be used.
Class 6
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
2 jars of fruit, one variety
2 jars of vegetables, one variety
2 jars of jelly, jam or preserves, one variety
2 jars of vegetables or fruit juice, one variety
2 jars of pickles or relish, one variety
A collection of 5 jars of canned fruit, jelly and/or vegetables, each a
different variety
1 jar of maple syrup
Single bottle of fancy vinegar
Other dried or canned entry (i.e. granola, pesto)
Club collection of canned fruits, jellies or vegetables
Blue
9
9
9
9
9
15
Point Values
Red
White
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
10
8
9
9
9
15
8
8
8
10
7
7
7
8
The Lillian Logan 4-H Canning Award, donated by Walter and Nancy Squier presented for the outstanding canning exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Blueberry Jam
5/10/08 Hot Bath - Lot 3
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Arts - Class 7
(See rule 7.)
◆ Each article must have been made by the exhibitor since the previous 4-H Fair.
◆ All art exhibited in this Class must be set up to be displayed, which means art must be
framed, mounted or displayed on a surface. For example, a clay pot displayed in Lot 6
should be placed on a doily or stand.
◆ Limit four (4) exhibits per lot.
Class 7
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Point Values
Blue Red White
Painting, oil
Painting, acrylic
Painting, water base
Drawing, charcoal
Drawing, crayon
Drawing, any other medium
Sketch, any type
Printing, any method
Pottery or clay sculpture
Sculpture, any other type
Collage
Calligraphy
Stained glass
Miscellaneous art
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
The Color Mart 4-H Arts Award - presented for the most outstanding arts exhibit
(see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Crafts - Class 8
(See rule 7.)
◆ Each article must have been made by the exhibitor since the previous 4-H Fair.
◆ Limit four (4) exhibits per Lot except Lot 7, Jewelry, limited to two (2) entries.
◆ Decorated fabric, if made into an article of clothing which the 4-H member sews, should
be entered in Class 3 (Clothing), Lot 16.
Class 8
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
Carved article (linoleum tile, soap, etc.)
Nature craft (all nature crafts enter here)
Leather work
Knotting, braiding, macramé
Plastic craft
Metal craft
Jewelry
Basketry
Beadwork
Candle
Copper enameling or tooling
Papier Mâché
Mobile
Homemade or dressed dolls
Mosaic
Paper craft (including tissue paper & origami)
Decoupage
Holiday Handwork
Kit craft (any article made from a kit including paint by number kits)
Felt
String art
Ceramics
Stenciling
Decorated clothing/fabric art
Gimp (any article made with gimp)
Decorative painting on wood
Rubber stamp art
Miscellaneous crafts
Blue
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Point Values
Red White
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
The Lillian E. Logan Memorial Craft Award presented for the most outstanding craft exhibit
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Collections - Class 9
(See rule 7.)
◆ Exhibits in this division must be the work of the 4-H member. Each exhibit must be
a current collection. Examples of projects eligible for this division include but are not
limited to: baseball cards, horses, dolls, stamps, coins.
◆ Exhibitor must provide a written description of the collection. If entered in previous years,
include what has been added or altered this year to create a significant change.
◆ Exhibits will be judged on:
1. Labels
2. Neatness
3. Methods of display (originality/creativity)
4. Inclusion of written description
5. Collections must have at least 10 items.
◆ Due to limited space, a maximum of a half of a table space (approximately 3 feet wide by
4 feet long) will be allowed. Limit: One (1) collection per exhibitor.
Class 9
Lot
1
2
Any collection
Group collection
Blue
9
9
Point Values
Red
White
8
7
8
7
The Haswell/Buchanan Collections Award, given in memory of Commander Fremont,
Susan Haswell and Donald Buchanan for the most outstanding collection exhibit at the
Fair will be awarded (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Photography - Class 10
(See rule 7.)
◆ All photographs must be neatly mounted or framed.
◆ All photographs must be captioned. Put title on front of exhibit and as well as
accompanying entry tag.
◆ All pictures must have been taken at last year’s 4-H Fair or during the current year.
◆ An exhibitor may only use the same photograph once in the Photography Class.
◆ Limit: Four (4) exhibits per lot.
◆ For Lot 6 (digitally altered pictures), a “before” picture of the image prior to enhancing
must be provided; “before” picture does not need to be captioned.
◆ Anyone interested in the State Photo Contest sponsored by the Association of Connecticut
Fairs should request information from the 4-H office.
◆ Photo Albums/Tell A Story/Calendars can be exhibited in Class 16 Scrapbooks.
Class 10
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Color pictures developed by an outside service
Color pictures developed by member
Black and white pictures developed by an outside service
Black and white pictures developed by member
Digital picture (must be printed out)
Digitally altered or enhanced picture (must be printed out)
Enlargements
Blue
9
15
9
15
9
9
9
Point Values
Red
White
8
7
10
8
8
7
10
8
8
7
8
7
8
7
The Alfa Studio 4-H Photography Award - presented for the most outstanding
photography exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Association of Connecticut Fairs Preparation
2008 Photo Contest
Contest Committee
Richard P. Lataille, Chairperson
Jean Meehan
Georgianna Stickley
Janice Steinmetz
83 Gates Road Lebanon, CT 06249
21 Williams Drive Prospect, CT 06712
98 Union Street Guilford, CT 06437
PO Box 363 Somers, CT 06071
860.423.1733
203.758.5653
203.453.3746
860.749.3340
The Annual Photo Contest of The Association of Connecticut Fairs will have as its theme
"Connecticut Fairs". The pictures submitted should show general scenes around our Fairgrounds.
Photos must have been taken after September 30, 2007. The photos entered in the State Contest do
not have to be exhibited at the Member Fairs to be eligible.
General Rules
1. Official Entry Blanks shall be printed in the Association of Connecticut Fairs Booklet,
“Connecticut Fairs - 2008”.
2. This contest is open to all persons regardless of age. Professional Photographers (those who make
their living from taking photographs) cannot enter. Submissions must be taken by that person.
3. There will be no entry fee to enter the State Contest. The Association of Connecticut Fairs
shall not be held responsible for lost or damaged photos.
4. The theme of the State Contest shall be "Connecticut Fairs"
5. The exhibitor's name and address and photo title must appear on the reverse side of each photo
submitted.
6. The date and name of the Fair at which the photograph was taken must appear on the reverse
side of each photo submitted.
7. Each exhibitor may enter a maximum of two (2) photos in each lot.
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Black and white salon prints
Color salon prints
Black and white snapshots
Color Snapshots
Color Snapshots Digital
Junior black and white snapshots
Junior color snapshots
8. Salon Print Exhibitors cannot enter Snaphot or Digital Contests.
9. In the event that less that less than ten (10) prints or snapshots are entered in either the Black and
White or Color Lots, the two lots will be combined and only one set of awards will be made.
Awards given will be given at the Judges discretion if the number of entries do not
justify the five (5) awards.
10. All entries must be submitted no later than 6:00 pm, Sunday, October 5, 2008, to the members
of the Committee listed above. ALL ENTRIES BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE
ASSOCIATION OF CONNECTICUT FAIRS.
11. Awards will be announced at the Fall Meeting of the Association of Connecticut Fairs. For
location, time and place, contact any of the committee members listed above.
12. The Association reserves the right to reproduce entries in all categories for publicity purposes with
the photographers by-line. One photo may be chosen to appear on the cover of the "Connecticut
Fairs” 2009 booklet from the previously judged prize winners. The winner will be awarded one
2009 season pass.
13. A photo contest will be held at the fall meeting of the Association of Connecticut Fairs. Each
registered meeting attendee will vote on the previously judged entries to determine the winners.
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Posters - Class 11
(See rule 7.)
◆ A poster is two- or three-dimensional and teaches or informs in a written and/or pictorial
manner. It should be on a sheet of poster board (heavy cardboard) Members may also
enter posters that are part of club entries in Educational Exhibits if they can stand alone.
Leave poster with club exhibit but register in poster manager book.
◆ Double-sided posters will be judged on the side displayed.
◆ Scorecard:
1. Subject - one main idea, accurate information, should present a simple but clear message.
2. Public appeal - arouses interest and holds attention.
3. Attractiveness - neat, simple, easy to read.
4. Originality - presented in an unusual way.
◆ 4-H Fair Poster and Fairbook Cover Contest entries will be submitted at the Fair Meeting
in March. The winning poster will be printed and used as the main Fair promotional poster.
It will be distributed to local businesses in June. All fair posters and fairbook covers can be
entered for judging at the Fair. They will receive only Danish ribbons and will not be eligible
for Court of Honor or Outstanding Exhibitor.
Class 11
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
May deal with any project or experience
Nutritional Fair poster (see rules for each county)
Dog poster exhibit -- See Dog Care & Training
Cat poster exhibit
Conservation poster exhibit
Group poster display showing the same theme
Fair poster or fairbook cover contest art
Blue
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Point Values
Red
White
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
Poster Award - presented to the most outstanding poster exhibit, 1 through 5
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Woodworking - Class 12
(See General Rule 7).
◆ Entries that are upholstered only should be entered in Class 2 (Home Furnishing), Lot 6.
◆ Electrical projects are now displayed in Class 14 (Mechanical & Electrical).
Class 14
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Birdhouse or feeder
Small woodworking project (tray, shelf, cutting board, bookends)
Wooden decorative object
Carved or burned wooden article
Piece of furniture (table, bookcase, stool)
Refinished piece of furniture
Other wood project
Woodcarving or burning - made from wood
Projects made from kits
Blue
9
9
9
9
15
9
9
9
9
Point Values
Red White
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
10
8
8
7
8
7
8
7
8
7
The Edna Krampitz Woodworking Award - presented for the outstanding woodworking
or electric exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Model Building & Rockets - Class 13
(See rule 7.)
◆ Must include directions if made from a kit.
◆ Must include description of item if original design.
Class 13
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Rocketry
Any model from a kit – pre-decorated
Any model from a kit – self-decorated
Any original model
Construction sets original designs (i.e. Lego or erector sets, etc.)
Construction sets from kits
Robotics
Trains (limited to ½ table space – 3 feet by 4 feet)
Blue
9
9
9
15
15
9
15
9
Point Values
Red
White
8
7
8
7
8
7
10
8
10
8
8
7
10
8
8
7
Technology Award - presented to the most outstanding exhibit
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Mechanical & Electrical - Class 14
(See rule 7.)
◆ If an item is restored, the exhibitor must include a description of its condition before
improvement were made, and describe the improvements.
◆ Work must have been done by the 4-H exhibitor
Class 14
Lot
Blue
Point Values
Red
White
Engines
1
2
New (built entirely by 4-H member)
Restored or rebuilt
15
15
10
10
8
8
15
15
10
10
8
8
15
15
10
10
8
8
15
15
10
10
8
8
15
15
10
10
8
8
15
15
10
10
8
8
Vehicles (mini-bikes, go carts, etc.):
3
4
Restored or rebuilt
Farm equipment (tractor, hay conveyor, etc.):
5
6
Restored or rebuilt
Machinery (lawn mower, air conditioner, etc.):
7
8
Restored or rebuilt
Electrical projects:
9
10
Homemade (built by 4-H member)
Made from a kit
Miscellaneous mechanical or electrical projects:
11
12
Restored or rebuilt
The Golden Wrench Award - presented to the most outstanding exhibit
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Computer - Class 15
(See rule 7.)
◆ Any computer exhibits should be set up with a surge protector. Check on registration form
to indicate need for electrical hook-up.
◆ Must be original work. The Middlesex & New Haven County 4-H Fair Association is not
responsible for equipment or software programs left in the Home Arts Building. Make sure
you have a backup copy (not kept at the fairgrounds) of any program running at the fair.
◆ Computers are NOT provided.
Class 15
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Point Values
Blue Red White
Original computer art – printed and mounted (any medium)
Digitally manipulated image – include the original image and show
steps taken to produce the new image
Original web page – printed out
Original application (games, program); detailed written
description
Original presentation (Powerpoint, web page, game, etc.) printed out
Original presentation (Powerpoint, web page, game, etc.) displayed
Hardware configuration design; detailed written description
Computer case modification – artistic changes to a computer case
(include pictures of the original) or a custom-built computer case
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9
8
8
7
7
9
15
8
10
7
8
15
15
15
15
10
10
10
10
8
8
8
8
The Computer Award - presented for the most outstanding computer exhibit
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Scrapbooks - Class 16
◆ Read General Rules and Regulations.
◆ All 4-H exhibitors must submit record books. (See rule 7).
Class 16
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Point Values
Blue Red White
Club Secretary’s Book
Club Treasurer’s Book
Scrapbook telling your 4-H story
May include newspaper clippings, achievement certificates,
records, pictures, etc.
Scrapbook telling of a major 4-H event such as National 4-H
Congress or conference trip
May include support materials such as Connecticut Recognition
Form, Record Sheets, newspaper clippings, etc.
Club scrapbooks, detailing club activities
General scrapbooks
Creative scrapbook; design may include journal, memorabilia,
detailing, etc.
Photo album - photos must be labeled, captioned, or grouped
in a theme with one general label
Picture Story and Tell a Story - pictures must be attached together in
some format, may not be displayed loose. Photos may be taken by
others besides the project creator. Judging to be based on care and
thought put into the creative process
Picture Book or Photo Calendar, Commercially printed - photos may
be taken by others besides the creator. Judging will be based on
care and thought put into creative process
15
9
15
10
8
10
8
7
8
15
10
8
15
15
15
10
10
10
8
8
8
15
10
8
15
10
8
15
10
8
The Marion Marquard Memorial Award - presented for the most outstanding 4-H
scrapbook in Lots 3, 4 & 5 (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Scrapbook Award - presented for the most outstanding scrapbook in Lots 6-10.
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Record Books - Class 17
◆ Read General Rules and Regulations.
◆ All record books are evaluated by the leader or their designate prior to entry in the fair.
Leaders should refer to June mailing “Preparing Your Exhibits for the Fair” for more
details on record book judging.
◆ Court of Honor policy: All leaders may nominate one record book per Lot from their
club membership for Court of Honor consideration in the record book category. Those
who evaluate lone member’s record books may nominate as well. All nominations must
be handed in at the Home Arts registration before the start of judging on Friday night.
◆ According to the publication “4H Record Keeping: What Goes Into A Record Book”,
forms should be bound in a notebook or report folder with the current year on top.
Members are asked to keep records for all years in one notebook.
◆ Achievement certificates, event programs, ribbons and other items are not to be kept
in record books. However, one or two pictures or newspaper clippings that relate directly
to the 4H member may be included.
Class 17
Lot
1
Record book from first year member (any age)
2
Record book from Junior member (7-12)
3
Record book from Senior member (13 and up)
Blue
15
15
15
Point Values
Red
12
12
12
White
10
10
10
Award for outstanding record book will be selected in each of the three categories
(see General Rule 18).
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Communications - Class 18
Sunday, 2:00 p.m.
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Exhibitors must notify the coordinator of
Home Arts if a DVD or VHS player is
Read General Rules and Regulations.
required to display the exhibit.
All 4-H exhibitors must submit record books.
Be sure to check the appropriate box on
(See rule 7.)
your Exhibitor Registration Form!
Please make work legible. It is suggested
that work is typed and double spaced.
Previously evaluated work (school reports) is acceptable if it relates to the 4-H member’s
project area. Attach a note with the work explaining this relationship. A clean copy of such
work should be entered (work with grades or comments will not be judged).
All work, oral as well as written, will be evaluated on content, correctness, and
presentation. The presentation may have been made before.
Lots 1 and 2 (public speaking & performances) are limited to eight (8) minutes. Group
performances in these Lots are also limited to eight minutes. Performances must be live.
Lot 3 DVDs or Videos will be judged on the first 8 minutes of the presentation.
Lot 3 must include a description of the story and length of video/DVD
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Public speaking; includes speech, illustrated talk, demonstration.
No adult entries. Exhibitor must pre-register by completing the
Exhibitor Registration Form located at the end of Fair book
and notify the Coordinator of Home Arts upon registration.
Creative expression & performing arts; includes Juggling, music,
dance, etc. (no karaoke or lip synch styles will be accepted;
no taped entries; no adult entries; exhibitors must pre-register by
completing the Exhibitor Registration Form and notifying the
Coordinator of Home Arts upon registration.
Video - original VHS or DVD “Tell a Story”; must communicate a
single theme or idea.
Original essay (not to exceed 10 pages)
Original 4-H press release
Original research reports (must be related to 4-H member's
project area)
Original short story
Original poetry collection (up to 10 pieces)
Press release – please submit original sent to paper and copy
of what was printed in the paper.
Other original miscellaneous written work
Blue
15
Point Values
Red
White
10
8
15
10
8
15
10
8
9
9
9
8
8
8
7
7
7
9
9
10
8
8
8
7
7
6
9
8
7
Orator Award - presented to outstanding exhibitor in Lot 1 (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Written Communications Award - presented to the most outstanding communications
exhibit from Lots 4 through 9 (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Creative Expressions Award - presented to the outstanding
exhibitor in Lots 2 and 3 (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Educational Exhibits - Class 19
◆ The exhibit should teach facts (give information) or show a process. Choose one main
idea and keep the explanation simple, accurate, brief and complete. May deal with
any project or experience. Examples include “Our Group’s Camping or Bike Trip”,
“My Community Service Project”, “Reasons for Recycling”, etc. Posters must be mounted
on heavy cardboard or done on poster board. Check on registration form to indicate need
for electrical hook-up.
◆ Educational Exhibits can be done by an individual or group. In Lots 3 & 4 a “group”
consists of three or more exhibitors. List the number of contributing exhibitors on the
yellow entry slip. Exhibitors do not need to be members of the same club. Each exhibitor
in a group project will receive a Danish ribbon; however, only one Court of Honor ribbon
or trophy will be awarded for the exhibit.
◆ All livestock Educational exhibits (either individual or group) must be registered in the
Home Arts Manager book. They must be placed in the Home Arts building on Friday
night for judging and can be set up and displayed in the livestock building for the
weekend. An educational exhibit can be part of the Herdsman Contest.
◆ All exhibits must be free-standing.
◆ If a member or club wishes to use an educational exhibit entered in a previous year, they
may do so as long as it has been significantly improved or expanded. A written statement
must be included to indicate what has been added or changed this year.
◆ For Herdsmanship only – Educational Exhibits may be used from previous years.
◆ For Club Educational Exhibits – Members who want to have their contribution evaluated
as an individual exhibit may do so if the exhibit can stand alone. Register exhibit in poster
manager book as well. Must be kept with overall club project.
Class 19
Lot
1
2
3
4
Individual exhibit; general subject area (includes projects such as
home arts, horse safety, gardening, etc.)
Individual exhibit; livestock theme
Group exhibit; general subject area (includes projects such as
home arts, horse safety, gardening, etc.)
Group exhibit; livestock theme
Blue
20
Point Values
Red
White
15
12
20
20
15
15
12
12
20
15
12
Wilbur Armstead Memorial Booth Award - presented for the most outstanding
group/club educational exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Alger/Grillo Educational Exhibit Award - presented for the most outstanding
individual educational exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Club Project Exhibits - Class 20
◆ Project is planned and carried out by a 4-H group. This is more than an educational
exhibit. All group educational exhibits should be displayed in Class 19 - Educational
Exhibits. See previous pages for details. A club project exhibit is an in depth display
which should include description of the project including planning notes. Photographs
or posters of the steps involved should be provided with the final results.
◆ If the exhibit is just the final result of a group project (i.e. finished quilt, end table, garden
produce), the item should be entered in the appropriate home arts department using the
assigned group exhibitor number given to the organizational leader in the June mailing.
◆ If special space is required (larger than a booth exhibit) or if you have questions on how to
register this display, please contact the 4-H office. If the entry is a club concession (game
booth or fund raiser) please contact the Concessions Secretary to reserve space in addition
to the normal exhibit entry.
◆ An outstanding exhibit award and court of honor ribbons will be determined by the judges
if deemed appropriate.
Be sure to check the appropriate
◆ Club Concession (Game Booth or Fund Raiser):
box
on you Exhibitor Registration
Judging will be based on the following criteria...
Form if you need electrical
1. Appearance of booth
hook-up for your exhibit!
2. Cleanliness
3. Public appeal
4. Signage (clearly marked w/club name, product & price)
Booth should be manned by members at least 50% of time. Group may keep proceeds
from their booth for treasury.
◆ Demonstration Activity Booth:
Clubs or members set up working exhibit with members demonstrating skills learned in 4H program. Articles made may be sold to the public or provide materials and instructions
for the public to make for a fee. Group may keep proceeds from booth for treasury.
◆ Kids Barn Activity Booth:
Booth should be a game or craft booth geared toward pre-school through elementary
school age. It needs to be manned from 11:00 am-2:00 pm on Saturday. Adults can assist
manning the booth, but it must be planned and set-up by the youth as a club project.
Class 20
Lot
1
2
3
4
Point Values
Blue Red White
Any club project exhibit
Club Concession - game booth or fund raiser; see above for
details and judging criteria
Demonstration - activity booth demonstrating skills learned in
4-H program; see above for details
Kids Barn Activity Booth - game or craft booth geared toward
pre-school through elementary age kids; see above for details
20
15
Ribbon
12
20
15
12
20
15
12
Kid’s Barn Activity Booth Award - will be given for the outstanding Lot 4 (see General
Rules 9 & 18).
Club Project Outstanding Exhibit Award - given to the outstanding exhibit in Class 20
Kid’s Choice Award - will be given to the top kids activity voted on by fair goers.
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Conservation & Natural Science - Class 21
◆ Read General Rules and Regulations. All 4-H exhibitors must submit record books
(See rule 7.)
◆ All collections must be neatly exhibited and clearly labeled by the exhibitor.
◆ In judging collections, the size and value of the collection will not be considered as
important as the work put into the collection by the exhibitor and his/her knowledge
of the subject, but should have ten (10) or more labeled samples.
Class 21
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Any nature collection (i.e. forestry, rock or mineral, insect,
shell, wild flower etc.).
Nature scrapbook or reports
Terrarium – mosses, rocks, plants
Nature diorama
Wood collection (mounted and labeled)
Any recycling exhibit
Any energy exhibit
Any item made of recyclable material
Miscellaneous
Blue
9
Point Values
Red
White
8
7
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
Conservation and Natural Science Award - presented to the most outstanding exhibit
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Flowers - Class 22
◆ Exhibitors must provide their own containers for each entry. The container should be
suitable for the specimen being exhibited.
◆ Entries must be grown by exhibitor and should be correctly listed on entry card.
◆ Houseplants must have been in the exhibitor's possession at least three months.
◆ Arrangements must be made by the exhibitor but the flowers need not be grown by the
exhibitor. Commercial material is allowed. Foliage permitted in arrangements.
◆ No material on State Conservation list may be used.
◆ No artificial flowers or artificial foliage of any kind are permitted in any Lot.
◆ A minimum of dried or painted materials may be used. Fresh plant material must be used
in all classes.
◆ Accessories may be used in any of the arrangement Lots.
◆ Only the specified number of stalks, stems, spikes will be accepted for entry.
◆ Horticultural exhibits will be judged on quality of flowers and freedom from disease and
insect injury.
◆ The judging of arrangements will be as follows: Artistic design will be judged not only on
quality but on the relation of the flowers to each other and to the container in height,
width and color. A good arrangement must have balance and pleasing line in its design,
good color harmony and well related textures.
◆ For club collections (Lot 21) or individual member collections (Lot 22), six (6) different
items must be entered and will be judged on the basis of artistic design and the quality of
flowers.
(See rule 7).
Arrangements
Class 22
Lot
1
2
3
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Point Values
Blue Red White
“Outer Space”
An arrangement using materials with an outer space theme
“Thumbelina”
A miniature arrangement including a Fairy
Total dimensions should be no more than 6" ✕ 6"
“Over the Rainbowt”
A floral arrangement in a rainbow of colors
15
12
10
15
12
10
15
12
10
Exhibitor’s Guide
Flowers, Class 22 (Continued)
Horticultural
Specimens
Horticultural Sp
pecimens
Class 22
Lot
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
Aster, 3 stems
Calendula, 3 stems
Snapdragons, 1 stem
Cosmos, 3 stems
Dahlia, large flowered 5" or over
3 Pompon Dahlias
Gladiolus, 1 spike
Marigolds, 3 stems
Petunias, 3 stems
Rose, 1 spray
Zinnias, 3 stems
Any other worthy specimen of a cut flower (1-3 stems appropriate
to the flower)
Flowering potted houseplant
Non-flowering potted houseplant
African violets - must be in bloom
Dried Flower Arrangement - grown and dried by exhibitor
Container garden
Club collection of flowers (6 different items)
Member's collection of flowers (6 different items)
Point Values
Blue
Red White
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6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
6
5
7
7
7
15
15
15
15
6
6
6
12
12
12
12
5
5
5
10
10
10
10
The Smigel’s Farm 4-H Fair Flower Award - presented for the most outstanding flower
project (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Fruits & Vegetables - Class 23
(See rule 6.)
◆ The 4-H Fair will provide paper plates for vegetables and fruit. All exhibits must be
grown, cared for and selected by the exhibitor. Only vegetables which are of uniform
size, shape and color, and are at proper maturity for table use or canning should be
selected. Specimens should be clean, fresh, firm and free from blemishes caused by
insects, disease or rough handling.
◆ For club or individual member collections (Lots 30 and 31), six (6) different items must
be entered and will be judged on the basis of artistic design and the quality of vegetables
and fruit.
◆ Only the specified amounts of fruits and vegetables per plate or basket will be accepted.
(See Lot requirements below.)
Class 23
Lot
Blue
Point Values
Red
White
Garden vegetables
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
Beans, 5 pods (same variety, any type)
Beets, 3 (same variety, any type)
Broccoli, 1 bunch
Cabbage, 1 head
Carrots, 3 (same variety, any type)
Celery, 1 bunch
Corn, 3 ears (same variety, any type)
Cucumbers, 3 regular or pickling (same variety, any type)
Eggplant, 1
Onions, 3 (trimmed, same variety, any type)
Parsnips, 3 (same variety, any type)
Peppers, 3 (same variety, any type)
Potatoes, 3 (same variety, any type)
Pumpkin,1
Radishes, 3 (same variety, any type)
Squash,1 (any type)
Swiss chard, 3 stems in water
Tomatoes, 3 green, red, or yellow (same variety, any type)
Any other variety of vegetable
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7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
7
7
7
7
7
6
6
6
6
6
5
5
5
5
5
Herbs or spices, fresh in 4 oz. or smaller container of water
20
21
22
23
24
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Bay, 1 stem
Dill, 3 stems
Mint, 3 stems
Parsley, 3 stems
Any other variety of herb or spice, 3 stems
Exhibitor’s Guide
Fruits and Vegetables, Class 23 (Continued)
Lot
Blue
Point Values
Red
White
Tree or vine fruit:
25
26
27
28
Berries – 1/2 pint or 10 berries
Melons - 1 melon
Tree fruits – 3
Any other variety of fruit
7
7
7
7
6
6
6
6
5
5
5
5
29
30
31
Club collection of fruit and vegetables (6 different items)
Member's collection of fruit and vegetables (6 different items)
Fruit or vegetable art
15
15
15
12
12
12
10
10
10
7
6
5
7
6
5
Ornamental Fruit or Vegetables:
32
Gourds
A. Fresh
B. Dried
33
Any ornamental fruit or vegetable
A. Fresh
B. Dried
The Ballek’s Garden Center 4-H Fair Vegetable Award - presented for the most
outstanding vegetable exhibit (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Calling all Middlesex & New Haven County 4-H’ers!
All Departments Are Looking For Managers For This Year’s 4-H Fair
If You Are Dedicated & A Hard Worker...
We Want You!
You Can Sign Up By Attending The Mandatory Training
Saturday, July 26 – 9:00 a.m.
On The Fairgrounds If You Have Questions
Call Or Email…
Emily McCabe Alger
Phone: (860) 345-4511
www.4-HFair.org
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Peggy Grillo
Phone: (203) 407-3158
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Animal Products - Class 24
(See rule 7.) Exhibits located in Home Arts Building.
◆ All exhibits must have been made, prepared or processed by the exhibitor. Include a
recipe with exhibits where applicable. Exhibits should be clean and attractively presented.
All articles should be properly labeled (i.e. raw or pasteurized milk, type of cheese, origin
of fibers, etc.).
◆ Home Arts staff must be notified if items will be taken out of the building for use in other
areas during the fair. Lots 9 through 11 (fleece, wool) must be wrapped and labeled.
Point Values
Blue Red White
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Milk (1 pint) from cow or goat
Butter (1/4 lb.)
Cream (1/2 pint) from cow or goat
Yogurt (1/2 cup)
Cheese, aged, cow or goat
Cheese, soft, cow or goat
1 comb or 1 lb. strained honey
Best display of bees wax
Raw fleeces; unprocessed from camelid, sheep, rabbit or goat.
Exhibits will be judged on length, texture and cleanliness
Spun; from camelid, sheep, rabbit or goat or combined fleeces;
this class will provide evaluation for the 4-H member’s spinning
consistency of two or three ply wool
Dyed wool (dyed by exhibitor)
Finished article made from fibers; both processing and article must be
completed by 4-H member; articles made by knit, crocheted, woven,
felted or completed using any other creative process; exhibits will be
judged on appearance and creativity of the finished product
Felted Item
A. Needle Felting
B. Wet Felting
C. Knitted and Felted
Eggs, one dozen
Animal by-products, health and beauty aids
9
9
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
8
7
7
7
7
7
9
15
9
8
10
8
7
8
7
15
10
8
15
20
10
15
8
10
15
10
8
9
9
8
8
7
7
The Animal Products Award - presented for the most outstanding exhibit in this class
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Exhibitor’s Guide
General Livestock Requirements
FOR ANIMAL EXHIBITS
1. Read the General Rules and Regulations, previous pages. All 4-H exhibitors must submit
record books. (See Rule 7).
2. All animals shown must be owned or leased by the exhibitor following the State 4-H
guidelines and 4H Animal Project Verification form(s) with all animals listed must have been
submitted to the 4-H Office by the required dates in those guidelines. A copy of appropriate
health forms must be submitted with pre-registration form.
3. Eligibility: Open to youth enrolled in the 4-H program who are 7 years of age as of January 1
of the current year, but who have not reached 19 years of age as of January 1 of current year.
Livestock entries will be accepted from all CT 4-H’ers while space is available.
4. Entry Fee: Livestock (dairy, beef, goat, sheep, swine and camelid) exhibitors must pay $1 per
animal and rabbit and poultry exhibitors $.25 to cover cost of feed and bedding. This is
due at the time of registration on Friday afternoon to the barn superintendent.
5. All exhibitors must enter the Fitting and Showmanship or Grooming Classes for their
particular show(s). Exhibitors are expected to wear the appropriate dress and footwear for
showing of their project animal. The Champion Showman from dog, rabbit, dairy, beef,
sheep, swine, goat, camelid and horse will compete on Sunday in the Premier Showman
Contest – see Premier Showman Contest. Each exhibitor should be showing their own animal(s)
in all classes.
6. Entries will be judged first using the Danish System of judging. Individual departments may
place animal/handler combinations using overall placings following the Danish judging.
7. All exhibitors must clean up before the fair, feed their animals and maintain their area during
the fair and cleanup after the fair. Care and cleanliness of the animal, equipment, buildings
and grounds must be strictly observed. Once animals are on the fairgrounds and unloaded,
only 4-H’ers will work on, show, feed and care for their animals. This is a 4-H exhibit. Each
exhibitor is responsible for the care of his/her animal(s) and any damage done. The 4-H Fair
follows the guidelines of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions and the
National Code of Show Ring Ethics. All animals must be raised and shown by the 4-H
member using safe and currently approved agricultural practices.
8. All livestock exhibits must remain in place until 5:00 p.m. Sunday.
9. All animals must be accompanied by the required health charts and records (see Livestock
Regulations For Connecticut Shows & Fairs). If the primary way to identify your project
animal is a microchip exhibitor must provide the appropriate microchip reader upon
check in. Livestock forms may be held by Superintendents.
10. Any sick, diseased or uncontrollable animals will be discharged from the Fairgrounds and not
allowed to be exhibited. No animal may be shown that cannot be handled by the exhibitor.
11. All livestock (including cat and dog) must pre-register using the Registration Form located
at the center of the 4-H Fair book. (Forms may be copied or additional forms requested
from the 4-H Office.) Submit entries to the Middlesex Office by the required deadline listed
on the registration form or e-mail to [email protected] (participants will still need to
have form on file with signatures).
12. No aid/advice may be given to the exhibitor from outside ring during judging.
13. For adult entries: see “Over the Clover” Division for details.
14. “Out of County” exhibitors: General Rules and Regulations 2 &4.
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Premier Showman Contest
Sunday, 8:00 a.m.
◆ Open only to Middlesex and New Haven County 4-H members.
◆ The champion showmen selected from individual fitting & showmanship shows
(all livestock, dog, poultry and horse) will compete for Premier Showman.
◆ The participants will show each of the species of animals represented and will be judged
on their showmanship skills.
◆ Champion and reserve champion rosettes will be awarded.
The Lauralin Farm Trophy will be awarded to the premier showman.
Animal Judging Times
Friday, August 1
5:30 p.m. Dog Agility
6:00
Poultry Showmanship
Saturday, August 2
9:00 a.m. Dairy, Goats & Dog Obedience
10:00
Camelids
11:00
Poultry (Bird Judging)
12:30 p.m. Beef
1:00
Dog Showmanship/4-H Dog Awards
3:00
Small Animal Judging
3:00
Sheep
4:00
Rabbit Showmanship, Rabbit Judging
4:00
Swine
Sunday, August 3
8:00 a.m. Premier Showman
10:00
4-H Dog’s Day of Fun
12:00 p.m. Camelid (Trail)
1:00
Cat Show
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Herdsman Award
◆ Exhibitors of any livestock animals, small animals or dog projects staying on site for the
duration of the 4-H Fair (Friday evening - Sunday - 5:00 p.m.) may enter on an individual
or club basis.
◆ 4-H members must sign up to participate by checking the appropriate box on the 4-H Fair
registration form located in the center of the fair book.
◆ Exhibitors must be registered in Educational Exhibits.
◆ Educational exhibits must be registered in the manager's book, located in the
Home Arts Building.
◆ Educational exhibits may be displayed in the
livestock building.
Herdsmanship Contest
1. The Herdsmanship Contest is divided
into the following categories:
Individual
1a Individual - Small animals
1b Individual - Dog
1c Individual - Large animal
Club/Group
2a Club/Group - Small animals
2b Club/Group - Dog
2c Club/Group - Large animal
2. The club and member receiving the highest
score in each Lot will be named the overall
winner for that Lot. An award will be
presented to the individual and club with the highest score of all three Lots in their
category (see General Rules 9 & 18).
3. The contest starts at the opening of the 4-H Fair on Friday and ends at fair closing
on Sunday.
4. The Coordinator of Agriculture, Coordinator of Special Contests and/or their mentors are
responsible for:
... informing the judge(s) of the rules
... providing judge(s) with scorecard
... collecting and tallying scores
... submitting the score cards to the awards committee
5. The objectives of this contest are to:
... promote safety practices
... encourage more attractive livestock/animal exhibit at the 4-H Fair
... increase educational displays on 4-H member’s projects
6. Awards for the Herdsman contest will be presented at the 4-H Fair Annual meeting
in the fall and no contestant shall know the results until that time.
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Herdsman Award (Continued)
Herdsmanship Contest Scoring
The judge(s) will submit a score card for each exhibit he/she has judged. Participants will be
evaluated on the following:
1. Safety:
Involvement by members.
Animals are properly tied, penned or caged (quick release knots on all tied animals).
Cages and stall doors properly secured.
Animals not tangled in ropes or leads.
Walk ways clear of any obstructions.
Pitchforks, rakes, shovels and brooms stored with point safely away.
Ropes, halters and leads stored away to prevent tripping.
No smoking signs displayed - minimum of two signs, opposite ends of exhibit area
placed at eye level.
Appropriate number of fire buckets of buckets per exhibit.
Fire buckets of at least a two gallon capacity, properly labeled, uncovered and free of
floating debris.
2. Management:
Cleanliness - clean bedding for animals; area free of trash; manure is removed frequently.
Neatness - overall visual appearance; storage of supplies and equipment is attractive.
Bedding - free of manure and urine; bedding is confined to the area of the animals and
not the walkway.
Animal care and handling - feed and water clean if present; no empty buckets or feed pans
with animals. Animals are clean; the handler works quietly and calmly; animals are moved
with care for public safety.
Courtesy to public and fellow 4-H members - polite to members and public;
no inappropriate language or actions; members willing to educate the public.
3. Attractiveness of Exhibit:
Arrangement of exhibit - organized, attractive, eye catching, easy to view and understand.
Tack area - attractive storage, out of public way.
4. Educational:
5. Neatly presented
Easy to read
Informative and accurate
√ Educational exhibits to be displayed in the Livestock barn
√ Must register in Educational Exhibits class
√ Must register Educational Exhibits in the manager's book located in the
Home Arts building
The Herdsman Plaque - presented to the outstanding herdsman
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Dog Care & Training - Class 50
Dog Show Times:
Friday
6:00 Dog Agility
Saturday
9:00 4-H Obedience
...General Knowledge
1:00 Showmanship...
4-H Dog Awards
Sunday
10:00 4-H Dog Day of Fun
◆ General Livestock Requirements apply unless otherwise noted. Kennels will be sprayed
with kennel disinfectant.
◆ Before entering the show area all owners/handlers must show evidence
that their dog has been vaccinated against at least the following diseases
◆ distemper and rabies. We strongly advise they be vaccinated against hepatitis, kennel
cough, and Parvo virus.
◆ Members must be neat and clean, wearing proper attire on Saturday (white top and green
or dark bottom - skirt, slacks).
◆ Females in season will not be allowed to be shown. (If this should happen, contact the
4-H Office to see if there are other 4-H Fairs you can participate in this season to qualify
for E.S.E.)
◆ Slip collars of an appropriate single length of fabric, leather, or chain with two rings, one
on each end are acceptable for the showmanship and obedience competitions.
◆ All classes will be judged using the Danish System. 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th placing rosettes
will also be awarded for each class. The value of Premium Points awarded in showmanship,
general knowledge and obedience will be: Blue Ribbon (25), Red Ribbon (20), White
Ribbon (15)
◆ Dogs may not be brought into the livestock barns.
◆ Awards: – See General Rules 9 & 18
Senior Champion (12-18 years) and Junior Champion (7-11 years) trophies will be
awarded based on total points for obedience for Seniors and for Juniors. Showmanship
(Lots 1 through 7) and General Knowledge. Senior Reserve Champion and Junior Reserve
champion rosettes will also be awarded. A Rosette will be given to the Best Showman and
Reserve Showman, Highest scoring dog in Off-Leash Obedience, Reserve Highest scoring
dog Off-Leash Obedience and Highest Scoring dog, Reserve Highest Scoring dog Pre
Novice Obedience, all on leash.
◆ 4-H members will be disqualified from winning these prizes if they fail to compete in a
minimum of one Obedience Class, one Handling Class, the 4-H Agility Class and the
General Knowledge Test.
◆ General Knowledge Test is based on Toy Breeds this year.
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Dog Care And Training, Class 50 (Continued)
Showmanship (Handling)
Danish Points: Blue: 90-100 Red: 80-89 White – 79 and below
Lot
1
Pre Junior Showman - 7-8 years old as of January 1 of this year
2
Inexperienced Junior Showman - 9-12 years old as of January 1
of this year and has not previously shown a dog
3
Inexperienced Senior Showman - 13-18 years old as of
January 1 of this year and has not previously shown a dog
4
Novice Junior Showman - 7-12 years old as of January 1 of this
year and has not previously shown in an AKC show
5
Novice Senior Showman - 13-18 years old as of January 1 of
this year and has not previously shown in an AKC show
6
Open Junior Showman - 7-12 years old as of January 1 of this
year and has previously shown in an AKC show
7
Open Senior Showman - 13-18 years old as of January 1 of
this year and has previously shown in an AKC show
Best Showman - First place winners from Lots 1 through 7 will
compete for Best Showman. Winner will compete in Premier
Showmanship Contest held on Sunday (see Premier Showman).
Second in this class will compete for Reserve Showman.
Blue
25
25
Point Values
Red
White
20
15
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
General Knowledge Test
Danish Points: Blue: 90-100 Red: 80-89 White – 70-79
Lot
Blue
8
Test will cover Toy dog breeds, veterinary knowledge & grooming. 25
Point Values
Red
White
20
15
Obedience
Danish Points: Blue - 170-200 Red – 139-169 White – 79 and below
Lot
9
Sub Novice A - For beginner handlers and dogs who do not
have a qualifying score in novice or sub-novice. May show in
this class only one year.
10
Sub Novice B - For experienced handlers and beginner dogs
who do not have a qualifying score in novice.
11
Sub Novice C - For handlers and dogs of any experience. This is
an on lead UKC Class. See www.ukcdogs.org for score sheets
12
Novice A - For exhibitors who have not previously trained a
dog at novice or more advance levels. Dogs must not have
completed their C.D. May be shown in this class only one
year.
13
Novice B - For exhibitors who have previously trained a dog at
novice or more advanced or who have shown this dog at this
level in a previous year. Dogs who have finished their C.D. or
not received a qualifying score in Graduate Novice.
14
Graduate Novice - for dogs that have not received a qualifying
score in Open.
15
Open - for dogs that have a C.D.X or working on a C.D.X.
that have not received a qualifying score in Utility.
16
Utility - For dogs who have earned a C.D.X. or are working
on Utility
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Blue
25
Point Values
Red
White
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
15
20
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
Exhibitor’s Guide
Dog Care And Training, Class 50 (Continued)
Agility Match Rules
◆ Owners or handlers entering their dogs in any portion of the Agility Match do so at
their own risk, agree to be responsible for their own dog’s safety, and agree to assume
responsibility for any damage caused by them, or by their dogs. They also agree to abide
by these regulations.
◆ Before entering the show area all owners/handlers must show evidence
that their dog has been vaccinated against distemper and rabies. We
strongly advise they be vaccinated against hepatitis, kennel cough, and
Parvo virus.
◆ All owners/handlers entering the fairgrounds are responsible to keep their dogs under control at all times. Dogs must be on leash, unless properly crated or being judged. Dogs are
allowed only in designated areas. Dogs are not allowed in livestock barns.
◆ A handler can be excused by the judge or fair officials at any time for inappropriate actions
including, but not limited to, harsh correction or commands and excessive handling.
A dog may be excused if the dog is out of control or is unsafe in its negotiation of the
equipment. Any animal showing any distress or lameness will not be allowed to be shown.
No class will be held for late arrivals. If the handler is not at the ring, ready to compete
when their number is called, they will be moved to another part of the class at the discretion of the judge or fair officials.
◆ At the handler’s option, dogs may wear flat buckle collars but there shall be no hanging
tags or attachments. Choke collars, pinch collars, prong collars, electric and dummy
electric collars are prohibited in agility. Collars that are too tight or so large that they hang
down unreasonably in front of the dogs, are not permitted. Decision of the judges is final.
Agility
Danish Points: Blue – 85-100 Red – 70-84 White – 69 and below
Lot
16
Agility Starter/Novice level course for all 4-H handlers.
Handlers wishing to compete at a higher level may enter the
public match.
17
Open Level for 4-H Handlers. For handlers that have dogs
finished in the Novice Class
Blue
25
Point Values
Red
White
20
15
25
20
15
Poster Exhibit
◆ The poster should promote information on the 4-H Dog Care & Training Project.
◆ Exhibit in Poster Department, located in the Home Arts Building on Wednesday
or Friday.
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Cats - Class 51
Sunday, 1:00 p.m.
◆ Read General Livestock Requirements.
◆ Cats must have current rabies, distemper (panleucopenia or FPL), and feline
leukemia (FEL V) vaccinations. Proof from a veterinarian is required.
◆ Cats do not need to be purebred. Cat must be
at least six months of age.
◆ Unruly cats will be asked to leave at Manager’s
and Judge’s discretion. Claws should be clipped.
◆ Cats must be on a collar and/or harness
with leashes.
◆ Cats must stay in building.
◆ Cats must be placed in traveling cages for
those who wish to remain at the fair after the
Cat Show. Cats will be exhibited and taken home
the same day.
◆ Please consider the heat if you decide to leave your cat at the fair until you leave. The cat’s
health should be your primary consideration. Our cages will not restrict a cat properly. To give
the other small animals the necessary protection, we must have the cats held in traveling cages.
◆ No dogs will be allowed near the cat show for safety reasons.
◆ 4-H Animal Project Verification form with all cats should be submitted to the 4-H Office
by June 1.
◆ Judged on condition, cleanliness, proper grooming, apparent good health. Contestant will be
asked questions about care, feeding,
grooming,
& housing of animal, and should have
4H Member
& Cathealth
Contests
completed
4-H animal record. Contestant will stay with animal during judging.
Class
51
Point Values
Lot
4-H Member & Cat Contests
Class 51
Lot
4H-1
4H-2
Blue
Red
White
Point Values
Blue Red White
Cage, collar or food & water dish decoration
Written general knowledge of cat care
(everyone enters the written general knowledge test, given at the fair)
15
15
10
10
8
8
15
15
15
15
15
25
10
10
10
10
10
15
8
8
8
8
8
10
CatContests
Contests
Cat
1
2
3
4
5
Coat (Long hair)
Coat (Short hair)
Most unusual markings or coloration
Best groomed (including nails & whiskers)
Best purrsonality
Best overall cat (all cats entered compete for best overall cat)
Danish ribbons & Court of Honor will be given
Cat Humanitarian Award - presented to the 4-Her who has gone above and
beyond in helping cats. (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Rabbits - Class 52
Saturday, 4:00 p.m. - Judging & Showmanship
◆ All entries must be brought to the fairground before 5:15 p.m. on Friday.
◆ The Fair Association will furnish feed, water and coops. Each exhibitor is required to
supply heavy or weighted feed & water dishes. Rabbits will be fed and watered daily
by the department superintendent and managers unless arrangements are made by the
exhibitor at time of check-in. For exhibitors wishing to care for their own animals, times
will be posted for them to feed & care for their exhibits.
◆ Upon entry, managers will escort exhibitor with rabbit to coop and attach entry card.
◆ There will be two categories of rabbits: purebreds - a specific breed and color, sex and
age - each breed judged separately; pet stock ñ all other rabbits.
◆ Include breed, age (Senior or Junior), variety (color) and sex (buck or doe) on entry form.
Also, indicate purebred or pet.
◆ All exhibitors must transport their rabbits to & from the judges table & participate in
fitting & showing.
◆ The 4-H Fair Association will take all precautions, but will not be responsible for loss of
or injury.
Rabbit Showmanship
◆ All Showmanship exhibitors must wear 4-H colors (green and/or white) with long
sleeve shirts.
◆ See Premier Showman Contest; top person in showing will compete for Premier Showman
on Sunday.
◆ You must enter one Showmanship Lot (Lots FS -1 through FS -4)!
Class 52
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 3
FS - 4
Junior Novice: 7 -12 as of January 1 of this year,
showing for the first time
Senior Novice: 13 - 19 as of January 1 of this year,
Junior: 7 -12 as of January 1 of this year
Senior: 13 - 19 as of January 1 of this year
4H - 1
Written general knowledge of rabbit (everyone enters this Lot)
FS - 2
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Blue
25
Point Values
Red
White
20
15
25
20
15
25
25
20
20
15
15
15
10
8
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Rabbits, Class 52 (Continued)
◆ For this section, choose the Lot(s) you’re entering, but be sure to pick the right gender!
Class 52
Lot
1
2
3
Doe, junior
Doe, breeds that are10 lbs. at maturity
Doe, senior
4
5
6
Buck, junior
Doe, breeds that are10 lbs. at maturity
Buck, senior
Age
3 to 5 months old
6 to 8 months old
6 months & older
3 to 5 months old
6 to 8 months old
6 months & older
Point values
Blue Red White
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
20
15
25
25
25
20
20
20
15
15
15
The Middlesex & New Haven 4-H Rabbit Award - presented for the grand champion
purebred rabbit*
The Crowley Family Award - presented for the Reserve Champion purebred rabbit *
Cwazy Wabbits 4-H Club Award - presented for the best pet rabbit*
Showmanship Award - presented for the best senior showman*
The Paul J. Jurgelonis Award - for the best junior showman*
Novice Showmanship - presented for the best novice (first time) showman*
*See General Rules 9 & 18
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Small Animals - Class 53
Saturday 3:00 p.m.
◆ Any 4-H member may exhibit small animals raised as a 4-H project. These are exhibited
at the exhibitor’s own risk. The 4-H Fair Association is not responsible for loss or injury.
◆ This class includes guinea pigs, hamsters, white mice, gerbils, chinchillas and such.
Only reptiles approved for sale in the United States are eligible to be 4-H projects.
◆ Turtles must have at least a 4 inch shell radius to be a 4-H project.
◆ Please note the following reptiles or arachnids are not permitted to be sold
in Connecticut and cannot be considered 4-H projects: any poisonous animal; tarantula
spiders; scorpions; venomous frogs (they are usually brightly colored).
◆ Members should provide their own box or cage and must feed their animals during
the Fair. Containers must be secure.
◆ Members should display a story about their project (not to be judged)
Class 53
Lot
1
2
3
Cavy
Small Mammal
Miscellaneous - Non Mammal
Blue
12
12
12
Point Values
Red
White
8
6
8
6
8
6
The Crowley Family Award - presented for the outstanding small animal project
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Poultry - Class 54
Friday 6:00 p.m. (Showmanship)
Saturday 11:00 a.m. (Bird Judging)
◆ The Fair Association will furnish modern cooping and feed. Poultry will be fed and
watered daily by the department superintendent and managers unless arrangements are
made by the exhibitor at time of check-in to care for their own exhibit.
◆ The Fair Association will take all precautions, but will not be responsible for loss of or
injury to birds.
◆ All breeds will be judged by standard of perfection.
◆ Exhibitors are encouraged to be present during breed judging.
◆ Exhibits will be judged on condition, vigor, maturity, production qualities, freedom from
disqualifications and defects.
◆ Best male and best female for each of the following categories will be considered for Court
of Honor: large breeds, bantams, production, ducks and geese.
◆ Exhibitors must enter one Poultry Showmanship Lot. All Showmanship exhibitors must
wear 4-H colors (green and/or white) with long sleeve shirts.
Poultry
Showmanship
Poultry Showmanship
Class 54
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 2
FS - 3
FS - 4
Junior Novice: 7 -12 as of January 1 of this year,
Senior Novice: 13 - 18 as of January 1 of this year,
Junior: 7 -12 as of January 1 of this year
Senior: 13 - 18 as of January 1 of this year
Blue
25
Point values
Red
White
20
15
25
20
15
25
25
20
20
15
15
4-H
Member
4-H
Member Skill-A-Thon
Skill-A-Thon
4H - 1
Skill-A-Thon; designed to test youth’s general poultry management
skills and knowledge along with knowledge of breed classification
and varieties of poultry; may include identification of equipment
Chickens
Breed Type
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Lot
1-P
1 - CR
1-H
1 - CK
1 - P4
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Large (Standard) Breed Chicken:
Pullet
Cockerel
Hen
Cock
Pen of four, all young or all old
Blue
15
15
15
15
25
Point Values
Red
White
12
10
12
10
12
10
12
10
20
15
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Poultry, Class 54 (Continued)
Class 54
Lot
2-P
2- CR
2-H
2- CK
2 - P4
Bantam Chicken:
Pullet
Cockerel
Hen
Cock
Blue
15
15
15
15
25
3-P
3 - CR
3-H
3 - CK
3 - P4
Production Breed Chicken:
Pullet
Cockerel
Hen
Cock
15
15
15
15
25
Point Values
Red
White
12
10
12
10
12
10
12
10
20
15
12
12
12
12
20
10
10
10
10
15
AllAllOther
Poultry
Other Poultry
4 - YF
4 - YM
4 - OF
4 - OM
Duck:
Young female
Young male
Old female
Old male
15
15
15
15
12
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
5 - YF
5 - YM
5 - OF
5 - OM
Goose: Young female
Young male
Old female
Old male
15
15
15
15
12
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
6 - YF
6 - YM
6 - OF
6 - OM
Turkey: Young female
Young male
Old female
Old male
15
15
15
15
12
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
7-Y
7-O
Pigeon or Quail Pair: Young pair
Old pair
15
15
12
12
10
10
Game Birds
15
12
10
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The Joseph Ravitch 4-H Poultry Award - presented for the champion bird (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Best in Show Gamebird - $25 prize donated by Walter & Nancy Squier (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Court of Honor - Production - Best Pen of 4; Turkeys - Best Turkey; and Pigeons - Best Pigeon
Important Connecticut Poultry Livestock Regulations!
Poultry originating within the state must come from healthy flocks with no evidence of infectious, contagious
and/or communicable diseases. All birds must be inspected, identified and be accompanied by written proof
(Connecticut Flock Test card or Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Report) that verifies
that the breeding flock or the individual birds listed on the report were blood-test negative for Salmonella
pullorum within 365 days of the show date. Concurrent Avian Influenza testing
of the flock and/or individual birds is strongly recommended. Poultry vaccinated within 30 days with
any live virus vaccine will be prohibited from showing. All cages, crates or vehicles used for housing or
transporting poultry must be cleaned and disinfected before and after each show. Doves, pigeons and
waterfowl are exempt from testing requirements, but must be identified by leg bands or wing tags.
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Dairy - Class 55
Saturday - 9:00 a.m.
◆ All animals shown must be owned or leased by the exhibitor by May 1 of the current
year, (except Junior calves). Exhibitors may show only two (2) leased animals. Please
note - we are using New Hampshire Dairy Cattle Guidelines.
◆ Leased animals must be exhibited in accordance with regulations for non-owned dairy
projects. Lease must be presented. Exhibitors must show papers for all registered dairy animals.
◆ Grades and purebreds will be shown in the same lot.
◆ Exhibitors must wear white slacks or skirts and white tops.
Fitting & Showmanship
◆ You must enter one Fitting & Showmanship Lot.
◆ Each contestant must own or lease and show his own project. During the contest, the 4-H
member may be asked by the judge to switch animals.
◆ The judge will consider the following points in making awards:
Appearance of Animal: 40 points
Condition 10
Grooming 10
Clipping 10
Cleanliness 10
Showing Animal In Ring: 50 points
Leading 15
Posing 15
Recognition of animal’s faults & showing to overcome 10
Poise & alertness 10
Exhibitor: 10 points
Appearance 10
Total Points: 100
Fitting &&Showmanship
Fitting
Showmanship
Class 55
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 2
FS - 3
FS - 4
Junior Novice: 12 and under as of January 1 of this year,
Senior Novice: 13 and over as of January 1 of this year,
Junior: 12 and under as of January 1 of this year
Senior: 13 and over as of January 1 of this year
Blue
45
Point values
Red
White
35
25
45
35
25
45
45
35
35
25
25
Dairy Championship Competitions (Ribbons):
Champion Showman (1st and 2nd place in FS-1 through 4 compete)
Junior Champion Female
Senior Champion Female
Grand and Reserve Champion Female
Supreme Champion and Supreme Reserve of show
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Dairy, Class 55 (Continued)
Dairy By Breed
◆ For Lots 1 through16, choose the Lot(s) you’re entering and add the letter for the breed;
for example, A Milking Shorthorn fall heifer calf would be 3M on your entry form.
A
B
G
GX
Class 55
Lot Breed
1 _____
2 _____
3 _____
4 _____
5 _____
6 _____
7 _____
8 _____
9 _____
10 _____
11 _____
12 _____
13 _____
14 _____
15 _____
16 _____
Ayrshire
Brown Swiss
Guernsey
Grade & Cross
Dairy Breeds:
H
Holstein
J
Jersey
M Milking Shorthorn
AOB All Other Breeds
Born
Between:
Spring heifer calf
Winter heifer calf
Fall heifer calf
Summer yearling heifer
Spring yearling heifer
Winter yearling heifer
Fall yearling heifer, not in milk (yearlings which
have calved will show in Lot 8 - Junior 2 y.o.)
Junior two year old heifer
Senior two year old heifer
Three year old cow
Four year old and older cow
3/1/07 & 4/30/07
12/1/06 & 2/28/07
9/1/06 & 11/30/06
6/1/06 & 8/30/06
3/1/06 & 5/31/06
12/1/05 & 2/28/06
9/1/05 & 11/30/05
2/28/05 & 9/1/05
8/30/04 & 3/1/05
9/1/03 & 8/31/04
Before 9/1/2003
Get of Sire Three animals sired by one bull (two exhibitors may enter together)
Produce of Dam Two animals by the same dam and owned by the same exhibitor
Dam - daughter pair A cow and one of her daughters both owned by the same exhibitor
Best three females 3 females owned by the exhibitor, 2 must be bred by the exhibitor
Dairy club herd Five animals all owned by at least 3 members of the same club
Point values
Blue Red White
50
40 30
50
40 30
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
60
60
60
60
50
50
50
50
40
40
40
40
50
40
30
50
40
30
50
40
30
50
40
30
Ribbon
The Bovine Buddies 4-H Club Award - presented for the Grand Champion dairy animal.
Novice Fitting & Showmanship Award - presented for the best novice fitting &
showmanship exhibitor. 4-H members receiving first place in Lots FS-1 & FS-2
will compete for this trophy.
Jolly Ranchers 4-H Club Award - presented for the best junior fitting and
showmanship exhibitor.
The Walnut Hill Farm Award - presented for the best senior fitting and
showmanship exhibitor.
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Beef - Class 56
Saturday - 12:30 p.m. -following Dairy Judging
◆ Baby Beef is open only to steers that are going to this year’s Eastern States Exposition;
no animal under 3 months of age may be entered.
◆ All registered animals must be accompanied by registration papers. An exhibitor may show
only two (2) leased animals. Lease must be presented.
◆ All steers to be weighed at 9:00 a.m. the Saturday of the fair.
◆ All exhibitors must wear black slacks and white tops when showing (no shorts permitted).
◆ You must enter one Fitting & Showmanship Lot.
Class 56
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 2
FS - 3
FS - 4
Junior Novice: 12 and under as of January 1 of this year,
Senior Novice: 13 and over as of January 1 of this year,
Junior: 12 and under as of January 1 of this year
Senior: 13 and over as of January 1 of this year
Blue
45
Point values
Red
White
40
35
45
40
35
45
45
40
40
35
35
Beef By Breed
◆ For Lots 1 through 16, choose the Lot(s) you’re entering and add the letter for the breed;
for example, an Angus yearling heifer would be 3A on your entry form.
Beef Breeds:
A
Angus
H
Hereford
GX Grade & Cross
S
Simmental
Class 56
Lot Breed
1 _____
2 _____
3 _____
4 _____
5 _____
6 _____
7 _____
8 _____
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Heifer calf
Heifer calf
Yearling heifer
Yearling heifer
Cow
Cow
Cow
Veal calf
Age:
3 to 6 months
7 to 12 months
13 to 18 months
19 to 24 months
2 to 3 years old
3 to 4 years old
4 years & older
12 weeks & older
Point values
Blue Red White
50
40 30
50
40 30
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
50
40 30
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Beef, Class 56 (Continued)
Class 56
Lot Breed
9 _____
10 _____
11 _____
12 _____
13 _____
14 _____
15 _____
16 _____
Cow/calf – cow over two years of age with natural calf at side,
calved after December 1, 2006
Produce of dam - 2 animals by the same dam
Best 2 females (1 owner) bred by exhibitor
Get of sire - 3 animals sired by one bull
Steer, light weight *
Steer, medium weight *
Steer, heavy weight *
Beef club herd 5 animals all owned by at least 3 members of the same club
Blue
50
60
60
60
50
50
50
Point Values
Red
White
40
30
50
50
50
40
40
40
40
40
40
30
30
30
Ribbon
* Steers will be weighed the morning of the show and the appropriate Lot (light, medium,
heavy) will be verified
The Riverdel Farm 4-H Fair Beef Award - presented for the Grand Champion
beef animal (see General Rules 9 & 18).
The Midstate Tractor & Equipment Co. 4-H Beef Showmanship Award - presented
to the Champion Showman (see General Rules 9 & 18).
Beef Championship Competitions (Ribbons)
Junior Champion Female
Senior Champion Female
Champion Steer
Grand and Reserve Champion Female
Supreme Champion and Supreme Reserve of show
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Goats - Class 57
◆ For Fitting & Showmanship, whites are required. You must enter one Fitting &
Showmanship Lot!
Class 57
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 2
FS - 4
FS - 5
7 - 8 years old as of January 1 of this year
Junior Novice: 9 - 12 years old as of January 1 of this year,
Senior Novice: 13 - 18 years old as of January 1 of this year,
Junior: 9 - 12 years old as of January 1 of this year
Senior: 13 -18 years old as of January 1 of this year
4H - 1
4H - 2
Obstacle course (4-H members, also siblings & parents)
Costume Class
FS - 3
Blue
45
45
Point values
Red
White
40
35
40
35
45
40
35
45
45
40
40
35
35
4-H Member & Goat Contests
Ribbons
Ribbon
Goats By Breed
◆ For Lots 1 through 8, choose the Lot(s) you're entering and add the letter for the breed;
for example, an Alpine doe yearling would be 3A on your entry form.
A
F
K
L
N
Class 57
Lot Breed
1 _____
2 _____
3 _____
4 _____
5 _____
6 _____
7 _____
8 _____
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Goat Breeds:
Alpine
O Oberhasli
Fiber (Angora, etc.)
P Pygmy
Kinder
R Recorded Grade
Lamacha
T Toggenburg
Nubian
S Saanen
Doe kids
Doe kids
Doe yearling
Milkers
Milkers
Milkers
Milkers
Dam and daughter
Age:
3 to 6 months
7 to 12 months
13 to 24 months
Under two years old
2 to 4 years old
4 to 6 years old
6 years & older
Point values
Blue Red White
50
40 30
50
40 30
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
55
45 35
50
40 30
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Goats, Class 57 (Continued)
Other Goat
Goat Classes
Other
Classes
Class 57
Lot
9
10
11
12
13
Dry does older than 2 years old
Wethers of any age
Market wethers under 45 pounds
Harness and working wethers and does
Club herd (five does owned by at least 3 exhibitors from one club)
Blue
30
30
30
30
Point Values
Red
White
25
20
25
20
25
20
25
20
Ribbons
*See General Rules 9 & 18
The Middlesex Livestock Auction 4-H Dairy Goat Award - presented for the grand
champion dairy goat*.
Champion Dairy Goat Showman Award - presented to champion dairy goat showman*.
Goat Championship Competitions (Ribbons)
Grand and Reserve Champion Goat (All breed compete)
Grand and Reserve Champion Working Goat
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Sheep - Class 58
◆ No animal under 3 months of age may be exhibited.
◆ Sheep exhibited without registration papers will be considered grades.
◆ Exhibitors must wear white tops & black pants.
◆ Breed Classes: each recognized breed competes individually; crosses and grades compete
together.
◆ Market & Pet Classes: all breeds, crosses and grades compete together.
◆ Grand Champion, Best of Show and Reserve Champion Best of Show: all champion and
reserve champion animals compete together.
Fitting
Showmanship Classes
Fitting
& &Showmanship
Classes
Class 58
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 2
FS - 3
FS - 4
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Junior Novice: 7 - 12 years old as of January 1 of this
year, showing for the first time
Senior Novice: 13 - 18 years old as of January 1 of this
year, showing for the first time
Junior: 7- 12 years old as of January 1 of this year
Blue
45
Point Value
Red
40
White
35
45
40
35
45
45
40
40
35
35
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Sheep, Class 58 (Continued)
Sheep By Breed
◆ Champion and Reserve Champion Ewe and Champion and Reserve Champion Ram
Awarded for each breed
◆ For Lots 1 through 12, choose the Lot(s) you're entering and add the letter for the breed;
for example, a Cheviot aged ram would be 12CV on your entry form.
Sheep Breeds:
CR Corridale
L
Lincoln
SH Shropshire
D Dorset
N
Natural Color
SF Suffolk
H Hampshire
R
Romney
CX Crossbred
SD Southdown
Class 58
Lot Breed
1 _____
2 _____
3 _____
4 _____
5 _____
6 _____
7 _____
8 _____
9 _____
10 _____
11 _____
12 _____
Junior ewe lamb
Senior ewe lamb
Pair of ewe lambs
Yearling ewe
Pair of yearling ewes
Aged ewe
Junior ram lamb
Senior ram lamb
Pair of ram lambs
Yearling ram
Pair of yearling rams
Aged ram
Point values
Blue Red White
20
15
10
20
15
10
25
20
15
25
20
15
30
25
20
30
25
20
20
15
10
20
15
10
25
20
15
25
20
15
30
25
20
30
25
20
Age:
3 to 6 months
7 to 12 months
Under 1 year old
1 - 2 years old
1 - 2 years old
Over 2 years old
3 to 6 months
7 to 12 months
Under 1 year old
1 - 2 years old
1 - 2 years old
Over 2 years old
Market/Pet Classes
◆ Champion and Reserve Champion Market/Pet Sheep awarded.
Class 58
Lot
13
14
15
16
17
Light weight market lamb (under 60 lbs.)
Medium weight market lamb (60-90 lbs.)
Heavy weight market lamb (over 90 lbs.)
Pair of market lambs
Pet sheep (wethers over 1 year)
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Blue
25
25
25
25
25
Point Value
Red
20
20
20
20
20
White
15
15
15
15
15
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Sheep, Class 58 (Continued)
Group Classes
◆ All breeds, crosses and grades compete together.
Class 58
Lot
18
19
20
21
22
Pen of 3 lambs
Get of sire (3 sheep sired by same ram)
Graded flock
(ram any age, 1 aged ewe, 1 yearling ewe, 1 ewe lamb)
Breeder's flock (yearling ram or ram lamb, 2 yearling
ewes, 2 ewe lambs - bred and owned by exhibitor)
Club herd (5 animals owned by at least 3 members)
Blue
30
40
40
Point Value
Red
25
35
35
White
20
30
30
40
35
30
Rosettes
The Homestead Farm 4-H Sheep Award - presented for the Grand Champion sheep
The Angel Hill Farm 4-H Sheep Showmanship Award - presented to the
Champion Sheep Showman (see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Swine - Class 59
Saturday - 4:00 p.m. (Or Following Sheep)
◆
◆
◆
◆
Read General Livestock Requirements.
Swine exhibited without registration papers will be considered grades.
Exhibitors must wear white tops & white slacks.
Breed Classes: each recognized breed competes individually; crosses and grades
compete together.
◆ Grand Champion, Best of Show and Reserve Champion Best of Show: all champion
and reserve champion animals compete together.
Class 59
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 2
FS - 3
FS - 4
Blue
45
Point values
Red
White
40
35
45
40
35
45
45
40
40
35
35
Swine By Breed
◆ Champion and Reserve Champion Sow/Gilt and Champion and Reserve Champion Boar
awarded for each breed.
◆ For Lots 1 through 5, choose the Lot(s) you’re entering and add the letter for the breed;
for example, a one year old Duroc sow would be 3D on your entry form.
AL
AY
CX
D
Class 59
Lot Breed
1 _____
2 _____
3 _____
4 _____
5 _____
Gilt
Gilt
Gilt/Sow
Boar
Boar
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Swine Breeds:
American Landrace HP Hampshire
American Yorkshire L
Landrace
Crossbreed
HF Hereford
Duroc
Age:
3 to 6 months
7 to 12 months
Over 1 year old
3 to 5 months
6 to 8 months
Point values
Blue Red White
25
20
15
25
20
15
30
25
20
25
20
15
25
20
15
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Swine, Class 59 (Continued)
Market Classes
Class 59
Lot
6
7
8
9
Feeder Pig (up to 80 lbs.)
Light Weight Market Hog (81-130 lbs.)
Medium Weight Market Hog (131-180 lbs.)
Heavy Weight Market Hog (over 180 lbs.)
Blue
20
25
25
25
Point Value
Red
15
20
20
20
White
10
15
15
15
Blue
30
40
Point Value
Red
25
35
White
20
30
40
35
30
40
40
35
35
30
30
Group Classes
Class 59
Lot
10
11
12
13
14
15
Pen or 3 Feeder Pigs/Market Hogs
Get of Sire (3 hogs from different litters sired by one
boar)
Produce of Dam (2 or more hogs from different litters
which are offspring of one sow)
Best 3 Females (any age)
Outstanding Swine Herd (1 boar, 2 gilts/sows,
1 market hog)
Club Swine Herd (5 animals, 3 owners)
Ribbons
The Whyte Acres 4-H Swine Award - presented for the Grand Champion Hog
|(see General Rules 9 & 18).
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Camelid - Class 60
Saturday 10:00 a.m. and Sunday 12:00 a.m.
◆ For Showmanship Classes, white top, black pants or skirt are required, black accessories
are optional, (e.g. vests, jackets, bow ties).
Class 60
Lot
FS - 1
FS - 2
FS - 3
FS - 4
FS - 5
Blue
45
45
7 - 8 years old as of January 1 of this year
Point values
Red
White
40
35
40
35
45
40
35
45
45
40
40
35
35
4H Member & Camelid Contests
◆ For these Lots, you will compete against others your age and at your skill level based on
which Fitting & Showmanship Lot you entered.
Class 60
Lot
4H - 1
4H - 2
4H - 3
4H - 4
Obstacle Course
Public Relations Course
Open Packing
Costume Class
Blue
20
20
20
20
Point Value
Red
15
15
15
15
White
10
10
10
10
Blue
45
45
45
45
45
45
Point Value
Red
40
40
40
40
40
40
White
35
35
35
35
35
35
45
45
40
40
35
35
Breeder Classes
Class 60
Lot
1
2
3
4
5
6
Juvenile male camelid 5-12 months
Yearling male camelid 13-24 months
Adult male camelid 25 months and older
Juvenile female camelid 5-12 months
Yearling female camelid 13-24 months
Adult female camelid 25 months and older
Non-Breeder Classes
7
8
Male
Female
Ribbons - Grand Champion Rosettes are awarded to the best camelid and to the best alpaca for both
male and female. Champion Showman and Reserve are awarded to exhibitors judged best in overall
showmanship. Supreme Champion and Reserve are awarded to the exhibitors with the highest number
of points earned in the camelid show.
Lake Side Llamas Farm Award - presented for the best Senior Fitting & Showmanship*.
Meadow Breeze Farm Award - presented to the 4-H’er with the highest number of points overall*.
My Three Sons Award - presented for the best 7-8 year old in Fitting & Showmanship*.
Century Silhouette Farm Award - presented for the best Junior Fitting & Showmanship*.
*See General Rules 9 & 18.
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Safe Tractor Operating Contest - Class 90
1:00 pm - Sunday
◆ Junior contest will include instruction and practice in safe handling of equipment.
Open to 4-H members ages 7 to 12 years old.
◆ Senior contest (for 4-H members 13 and 18), will consist of three parts - skill, safety
and knowledge of the machine. There will be a written quiz.
◆ “Over the Clover” (adults), will consist of three parts - skill, safety and knowledge of
the machine. There will be a written quiz.
◆ Equipment will be provided.
◆ Participants may request curriculum materials from your 4-H office.
◆ There will be participation awards for juniors; ribbons will be awarded to senior
participants. This class will not involve premium points.
◆ Participants must pre-register.
Class 90
Lot
4H - 1
4H - 2
4H - 3
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Junior - 7-12 years old as of January 1 of this year
Senior - 13-18 years old as of January 1 of this year
“Over the Clover” (adults)
Exhibitor’s Guide
Garden Tractor Pulls
Pulls Begin Sunday 9:00 am
◆ No pre-registration required
◆ For more information please contact:
Carl Kallgren
860-779-2529
Frank Hirst
860-376-2157
Stuart Alexander
860-228-4645
Or for a full set of rules and information check out: http://www.mctp.net
Class Lineup
Lawn Stock
One weight Class @ 950 pounds
Stock tractors up to 20 h.p. 2.5 mph max.
Junior “A” Stock
One weight Class @ 950 pounds
Stock tractors up to 14 h.p. - Ages 7-12
“A” Stock
One weight Class @ 1150 Two Heats
Stock tractors up to 14 h.p.
“B” Stock
Stock tractors up to 20 h.p.
Open Super Stock
Stock appearing/slightly modified
lawn & garden tractors
Super Stock
Stock sheet metal w/highly modified
lawn & garden engine
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Mike MacDonald
Wayne Scheufler
Brooklyn Fairgrounds - 2004
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Antique Tractor Pulls
Pulls Begin 5:00 pm - Friday
◆ All drivers must be at least 16 years old
◆ All minors under the age of 18 must comply with the rules and regulations set forth by the
State of Connecticut and Federal Government, and shall have written parental permission.
◆ A charge of $5.00 per driver will be made.
Antique Classes
2,500 lbs.
3,500 lbs.
4,500 lbs.
5,500 lbs.
6,500 lbs.
7,500 lbs.
8,500 lbs.
Preparing to Pull
1. Tractors must be operated in a safe manner at all times.
2. Driver must stay seated at all times; anyone who does not remain seated will
be disqualified.
3. Weights cannot extend more than three feet from the front of the tractor.
4. All drivers must sign a waiver for insurance purposes before participating.
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Horse & Oxen Pulls
Oxen Draw
The oxen draw will be conducted according to the rules adopted by the
Connecticut Ox Owners and Drivers Association.
Class 1: 2800 Pounds & Under
Class 2: 3200 Pounds & Under
Class 2: 3,201
Pounds
Class 2:
50” & Over
Places:
Prize:
1st
$100
2nd
$80
3rd
$70
4th
$45
5th
$25
All non placing teams
$20
Ribbons: Six Rosette Ribbons for each class.
Horse Draw
The horse draw will be conducted according to the rules adopted by the
Eastern Draft Horse Association.
Class 1: 3,200 Pounds & Under
Class 2: 3,201 Pounds & Over
Places:
Prize:
1st
$100
2nd
3rd
4th
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$80
$70
$45
5th
$25
All non placing teams
$20
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2008 Dates to Remember
(Suitable for refrigerator pasting!)
JUNE
4-H members and leaders will receive the 4-H Fair Book listing rules,
regulations, classes, entry procedures and forms. (One copy per family is
being mailed.)
JUNE 6
Horse Show set up, Haddam Neck Fair Grounds
JUNE 7
4-H Fair Horse Show, Haddam Neck Fair Grounds
JULY 1
Members turn record books in to leader for evaluation.
JULY 15
4-H Exhibitor Registration Form Due. ALL EXHIBITORS MUST
COMPLETE A REGISTRATION FORM.
JULY 26
Fair cleanup & mandatory MANAGER TRAINING. Fairgrounds, 9 - 2,
lunch included.
JULY 30
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Fair Set-up at the Fairgrounds. Volunteers Welcome!
**NON PERISHABLE HOME ARTS EXHIBITS, INCLUDING
RECORD BOOKS, WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME.**
AUG 1
Friday, noon. Officers, managers and superintendents due at the Fairgrounds.
Set up for entries and enter their exhibits.2:00 - 6:30 p.m. Exhibit entry time
for all members - No exhibits accepted after this time. Check individual
departments for start of judging times
5:00 p.m. - Fair Opens - closes at 10:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. Judging of Home Arts, Vegetables and Flowers exhibits
AUG 2
Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Fair opens. Closes at 10:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. Judging of livestock and arts & crafts begins
AUG 3
Sunday, 8:00 a.m. Fair opens
Nominations for next years officers and advisors due at Fair office 5:00 p.m.
Fair closes - EXHIBITS MAY BE REMOVED, start clean-up
AUG 4
*Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fairgrounds cleanup - Everyone’s help
is needed
AUG 14
Nominating committee meeting - place to be announced, Coordinators
turn in books
OCT 17
Fair Evaluation Meeting & Election of Officers - date & location TBA
NOV 14
Fair Annual Meeting and Achievement Night - date & location TBA
A complete listing of the Fair Program is in the Fairbook
4-H
Everyone should attend the manager trainee meetings (July 26) and
the after the Fair clean-up sessions (August 4). Bring brooms, rags, buckets, rakes, gloves.
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Exhibitor’s Guide
Statewide Locations
Fairfield County Cooperative Extension Center
67 Stony Hill Road
Bethel, CT 06801
(203) 207-3264
Hartford County Cooperative Extension Center
West Hartford Campus
University of Connecticut
1800 Asylum Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 570-9074
Litchfield County Cooperative Extension Center
843 University Drive
Torrington, CT 06790-2940
(860) 626-6240
Middlesex County Cooperative Extension Center
1066 Saybrook Road, Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
(860) 345-4511
305 Skiff Street
(203) 407-3158
New London County Cooperative Extension Center
562 New London Turnpike
Norwich, CT 06360
(860) 887-1608
Tolland County Cooperative Extension Center
24 Hyde Avenue
Vernon, CT 06066
(860) 875-3331
Windham County Cooperative Extension Center
139 Wolf Den Road
Brooklyn, CT 06234
(860) 774-9600
State Administration Office
Cooperative Extension System
The University of Connecticut
1376 Storrs Road
Storrs, CT 06269-4036
(860) 486-4127
Statewide Toll Free Number For 4-H
1-888-FOUR-H-CT
1-888-368-7428
www.canr.uconn.edu/fourh
www.4-HFair.org
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KIDS BARN!
KIDS BARN!
From 11:AM-2:00PM
In the home arts barn
*
*
*
*
*
*
Club Booths!
Games!
Magic Tricks!
Clowns!
Balloons!
And More…
Come enjoy the fun!
*Club booths are needed, see Christine Popp for more
information.
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81st Year - First Fair Of Its Kind In America
Exhibitor’s Guide
!!!4H Fairbook 08 F-For Grilllo
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Rosettes & Ribbons
Danish Ribbons
Blue
Red
White
Green
Uses
First Place
Second Place
Third Place
Participant
Titles For Basic Rosettes
Court of Honor
Champion Showman
Reserve Champion Showman
Grand Champion
Reserve Champion
Senior Champion
Junior Champion
Safe Tractor Operating
Uses
Home Arts, Cat, Poultry
Livestock, Dog Show
Livestock, Dog Show
Livestock
Livestock
Dairy and Beef Cattle
Dairy and Beef Cattle
Special Contests
Titles For Basic Rosettes With Places
Horse Show
Dog Show
Pony Draw
Horse Draw
Ox Draw
Garden Tractor Pull
Places
Six Places + Honorable Mention
Four Places
Six Places
Six Places
Six Places
Six Places
Titles For Fancier Rosettes
Outstanding Exhibitor
Kid’s Barn
Horse Show Division Champion
Horse Show Reserve Division Champion
Horse Show E.S.E. Alumni & Staff Class
Livestock Supreme Champion
Livestock Reserve Supreme Champion
Dog Show Senior Champion
Dog Show Reserve Senior Champion
Dog Show Junior Champion
Dog Show Reserve Junior Champion
Titles For Highest Sash & Rosette Awards
Horse Show Horse & Rider High Point
Horse Show Horse & Rider Reserve High Point
Dick Woolam Memorial Classic
Premiere Showman
Premiere of Home Arts
Rosette or Sash
Rosette or Sash
Sashes
Rosettes to Ten Places
Rosettes to Ten Places
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4-H Member
Exhibitor Registration Form
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Member Name:

Office Use Only:
- OR - I’m Registering a Club:
Address:
City:
State:
Telephone :
Zipcode:
4-H Member Birthdate:
I intend to participate in the following competitions:
Home
Arts
(Classes 1 - 24):
Home
Arts
Yes ➔ =
No
(Check all that apply and choose the appropriate Lot or Class)
I will need electrical hookup
I will need a DVD player
I will need a VHS player
I am doing a Public Presentation
I am doing Creative Expression or
Performing Arts
Livestock
Livestock
(Classes 50 - 60): : YesYes➔ =Registration Form for each Class Also Required
No
Herdsmanship
Contest
- Individual:
Herdsmanship
Contest
-
Lot 1a - Small Animals (Indiv.)
Lot 1b - Dogs (Indiv.)
Lot 1c - Large Animals (Indiv.)
Species ___________________
Species ___________________
Club:
Lot 2a - Small Animals (Club)
Lot 2b - Dogs (Club)
Lot 2c - Large Animals (Club)
Staying Overnight On Fairgrounds:
Be Sure To Sign The Back Of This Form
Form (Club)
LotYes
2d -=
Large andPermission
Small Animals
(4-H Code of Conduct) =
Species ___________________
Staying Overnight On Fairgrounds:
Yes ➔
No
Tractor Driving Contest
Yes
No
Signed Permission Form Required
(4-H Code of Conduct) ➔
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Be Sure To Sign The Back Of This Form
I agree to hold the UConn Cooperative Extension System 4-H program, the Middlesex and New Haven County 4-H Fair Association,
Durham Fair Association and all those who are assisting and donating to the event harmless from suit, claim, damage that may be occasioned
by me or my (my child's) exhibit. I also agree that my child will abide by the rules of the event and show good sportsmanship. I agree that
my entry(s) / (my child's entry(s) will be on display until the time stated in the general rules. In case of emergency, I (Parent/Guardian) give
permission to transport and/or treat my child by certified medical personnel if I am not on the fairgrounds at no cost to said association.
Yes
No
!
Signature of Exhibitor
Date
Signature of Parent/Guardian
Date
Photos may be taken of me / my child and be used for 4-H publications & promotional purposes:
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4-H Office - Middlesex County Extension Center
1066 Saybrook Road, P.O. Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438
(860) 345-4511
5:13 PM
This form should be completed and signed by the 4-H Member and Parent/Guardian and returned by
July 15, 2008
7.7.2008
!
4-H Fair Code Of Conduct
!"h %
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= Signatures required !
Permission To Stay Overnight On The Fairgrounds
Member Name:
4H Members must sign the back of this form
and must have their parent/guardian and the emergency
contact they are staying with (if any) sign this form too!
=We are staying in
Camper/Length:
ft Tent
Note/Special Instructions: All campers must fill out a camping reservation
Fill Out The Sections That Apply....Be Sure To Sign This Form On The Back !
Staying Overnight With A Parent/Guardian: Friday Night
Saturday Night
I,
(parent/guardian) give
(4-H member) permission to stay overnight on the
fairgrounds on the date(s) checked above. I accept responsibility for his/her behavior during that time and will be available at all times if
needed for any reason. Sign this form on the back ! =
: (must be a registered volunteer):
Staying Overnight With An Emergency Contact
I,
(parent/guardian) give
fairgrounds on the date(s) checked above.
!"#$%&'()*+
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Important Note:
OK
Office Use Only:
Friday Night
(4-H member)
Saturday Night
permission to stay overnight on the
(emergency contact) to be responsible for my child on the night(s) checked above. The emergency
I have selected
contact named above has accepted responsibility for my child’s behavior and will be available at all times if needed.
(emergency contact) understand that I will be responsible for
(4-H member) on the
I
night(s) checked above. I accept responsibility for his/her behavior during that time and will be available at all times if needed for any reason.
I (emergency contact) will also be staying on the Durham Fair ground with this child overnight during that time. Sign this form on the back =
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4-H Member
This form must be completed & signed by every
4-H member, parent/guardian and emergency
contact who will be staying on the Fairgounds!
I (4-H Member) will check in with the designated Overnight Director by 6:00 p.m. on ALL nights I am staying
overnight on the Fairgrounds (Friday and/or Saturday)
I (4-H Member) agree to abide by the rules and expectations set down by the 4-H Fair Association, advisors and
4-H staff members and will conduct myself in an appropriate manner:
!
Signature of 4-H Member
Date
responsible for the 4-H member while they are staying overnight at the 4-H Fair:
!
Signature of Emergency Contact (if any)
(must be a registered volunteer)
Date
Parent/Guardian or Emergency Contact Phone Number(s)
!
STAYING OVERNIGHT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS:
There are a limited number of spaces for family camping. Please contact the 4-H office (860-345-5217) right away to reserve a site!
Only youth who have completed this Overnight Permission form & who will be supervised by a parent/guardian or an
emergency contact (selected by the parent) will be allowed to stay overnight. This form should be completed and signed and returned by
July 1, 2007
4-H Office - Middlesex County Extension Center
1066 Saybrook Road, P.O. Box 70 Haddam, CT 06438
(860) 345-4511, (860) 345-5217
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Date
5:13 PM
Signature of Parent/Guardian
7.7.2008
= This section must be completed and signed by the parent/guardian and the emergency contact (if applicable) who will be
Permission To Stay Overnight On The Fairgrounds, Cont.
!"#$%&'()*,
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= This section must be signed by the 4-H member:
Sample Animal Registration Form
How Many Goats Are
You Entering In Class 57?
Terry E(hibitor
Goat Fitting & Showmanship: You Must Check One
FS-1 7 - 8 years old FS-2 Junior Novice
A
F
K
Alpine
Fiber (Angora, Etc.)
Kinder
L
N
O
AOB
Dam &
Daughter
4H-2 ;
FS-4 ; Junior
FS-5 Senior
Costume Class
Lamacha
Nubian
Oberhasli
All Other Breeds
Choose: Doe, Milker, Wether; Dam & Daughter, Club Herd
Goat’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
.
Doe
One entry per line; group each animals’s entries together.
For Lots 1 through 8, be sure to add the breed
K for a Kinder dam & daughter, for example)
(8-K
3
FS-3 Senior Novice
Contests: Check any that you are entering
4H-1 Obstacle Course (4-H members, siblings, parents)
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Member Name:
225
4-H Member
P
S
T
Pygmy
Saanen
Toggenburg
Colors / Marks
Lot
Lot Description
Baba, Ear Tag 876
Alpine
1<1<06
Tan & white
57
2-A
Doe kid, 6-12 months
Evie, Ear Tag 5555
Sue, Ear Tag 2233
Jinders
1<1<05
11<8<03
Brown & white
Tan & white
57
8-J
Dam & daughter
t
For lots where multiple animals are entered (dam & daughter, for example), list all the animals you’re entering in that lot
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4-H Member
Dog Registration Form - 50
How Many Dogs Are
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Member Name:
$1.00 Per Dog (Pay At Fair)
2008 Fair Registration
Middlesex County Extension Center
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
Everyone enters the written knowledge contest; test given
at the fair (checked;).
Dog Showmanship: You Must Check One
1 Pre-Junior
2 Inexperienced Junior
3 Inexperienced Senior
4 Novice Junior
5 Novice Senior
6 Open Junior
8;
Written general knowledge of dogs(everyone enters the written general knowledge test)
Male Or Female
.
7 Open Senior
Dog’s Name / ID
Breed
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
50
50
50
50
* If purebred, write in the full breed name; if not a purebred, write in “m
mix”
Lot Description
227
Dog Entry Fee:
Mail To:
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
4-H Member Dog Registration Form - 50
Male or Female
.
Dog’s Name
Breed
Birth Date
Colors / Coat *
Lot
50
50
50
50
50
50
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50
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50
Lot Description
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(continued)
228
Member Name:
4-H Member
Cat Registration Form - 51
How Many Cats Are
Lot Description
4H-1
Cage, collar or food & water dish decoration
4H-2 ;
Written general knowledge of cat care (everyone enters the written general knowledge test)
Male or Female
.
Cat’s Name
Breed
Birth Date
Colors / Coat *
Lot
51
51
51
-.)+
Lot
5:13 PM
at the fair(checked ;).
All cats compete for Best Overall Cat.
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Member Name:
None
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
51
* Length of cat’s coat...long hair, short hair
Lot Description
229
Cat Entry Fee:
Mail To:
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
Male or Female
.
Cat’s Name
Breed
Birth Date
Colors / Coat *
Lot
51
51
51
51
51
51
* Length of cat’s coat...long hair, short hair
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51
5:13 PM
51
Lot Description
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51
(continued)
4-H Member Cat Registration Form - 51
-.)*,
230
Member Name:
Rabbit Registration Form - 52
How Many Rabbits Are
Member Name:
at the fair (checked;).
Rabbit Showmanship: You Must Check One
FS-1 Junior Novice
Doe or Buck
.
FS-2 Senior Novice
FS-3 Junior
FS-4 Senior
Written general knowledge of rabbit (everyone enters the written general knowledge test)
4H-1 ;
Rabbit’s Name / ID
Breed
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
52
52
52
/.00)+
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4-H Member
Rabbit Entry Fee: 25¢ Per Rabbit (Pay At Fair)
Mail To:
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
* If purebred, write in the full breed name; if not a purebred, write in “ppet”
52
Lot Description
231
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
Rabbit’s Name
Breed
Birth Date
Colors / Coat *
Lot
52
52
52
52
52
52
* If purebred, write in the full breed name; if not a purebred, write in “ppet”
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52
5:13 PM
52
Lot Description
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52
(continued)
4-H Member Rabbit Registration Form - 52
Male or Female
.
/.00&)*,
232
Member Name:
4-H Member
Small Animal Registration Form - 53
How Many Animals Are
Male or Female
Animal’s Name
.
Species / Breed
Birth Date
Be sure to note the species of animal you’re entering
(gerbil, hamster, turtle, etc.)
There is no Fitting and Showmanship for small animals (!).
Colors / Marks
Lot
53
53
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Member Name:
53
53
White
12.33*+
53
Red
None for Small Animals
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
53
53
Lot Description
233
Entry Fee:
Mail To:
Due Date:
Date: July
July 1,
15,2008
2008
Due
Animal’s Name
Species / Breed
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
53
53
53
53
53
53
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53
5:13 PM
53
Lot Description
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53
(continued)
4-H Member Small AnimalRegistration Form - 53
Male or Female
.
12%.33*,
234
Member Name:
Poultry Registration Form - 54
How Many Birds Are
Member Name:
Everyone enters the Skill-A-Thon (checked;).
Poultry Showmanship: You Must Check One
FS-1 Junior Novice
4H-1 ;
FS-2 Senior Novice
FS-3 Junior
FS-4 Senior
Skill-A-Thon (everyone enters the Skill-A-Thon)
Choose: Pullet, Hen, Cock, Cockerell; Pen of 4 or Pair
Bird’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
.
Colors / Marks
Lot
54
54
4563)$7*+**
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4-H Member
Poultry Entry Fee: 25¢ Per Bird (Pay At Fair)
Mail To:
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
54
54
* Write out the complete breed name in this column (don’t abbreviate it)
Lot Description
235
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
4-H Member Poultry Registration Form - 54
Choose: Pullet, Hen, Cock, Cockerell; Pen of 4 or Pair
Bird’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
.
Colors / Marks
Lot
54
54
54
54
54
54
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54
5:13 PM
54
Lot Description
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54
(continued)
4563)$7*,
236
Member Name:
4-H Member
Dairy Registration Form - 55
FS-1 Junior Novice
FS-2 Senior Novice
A
B
G
GX
Ayrshire
Brown Swiss
Guernsey
Grade & Cross
FS-3 Junior
H
J
M
AOB
FS-4 Senior
Holstein
Jersey
Milking Shorthorn
All Other Breeds
Choose: Heifer, Cow, Dam & Daughter, Get of Sire (3), Produce of Dam, Club Herd or Best 3 Females
Animal’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
.
55
55
8.&$7*+
7.7.2008
M for a 1 y.o. fall heifer Milking Shorthorn, for example)
(3-M
Dairy Fitting & Showmanship: You Must Check One
5:13 PM
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Member Name:
55
55
Lot Description
237
Diary Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal (Pay At Fair)
Mail To:
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
4-H Member Dairy Registration Form - 55
Choose: Heifer, Cow, Dam & Daughter, Get of Sire (3), Produce of Dam, Club Herd or Best 3 Females
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
.
55
55
55
55
55
55
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55
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55
Lot Description
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55
(continued)
8.&$7*,
238
Member Name:
4-H Member
Beef Registration Form - 56
Beef Fitting & Showmanship: You Must Check One
FS-1 Junior Novice
FS-2 Senior Novice
$1.00 per animal (Pay At Fair)
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
M for a 1 y.o. yearling heifer Angus, for example)
(3-M
Bulls are generally NOT allowed on the fairgrounds.
FS-3 Junior
FS-4 Senior
A
Angus
H
Hereford
GX Grade & Cross
S
Simmental
Choose: Heifer, Cow, Veal, Steer; Cow & Calf, Best 2 Females, Get of Sire (3 Animals), Club Herd
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
.
56
56
56
9##:*+*
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Member Name:
Beef Entry Fee:
Mail To:
56
Lot Description
239
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
Choose: Heifer, Cow, Veal, Steer; Cow & Calf, Best 2 Females, Get of Sire (3), Club Herd
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
.
Lot
56
56
56
56
56
56
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56
Lot Description
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56
(continued)
4-H Member Beef Registration Form - 56
***9##:*,
240
Member Name:
4-H Member
Goat Registration Form - 57
Goat Fitting & Showmanship: You Must Check One
FS-3 Senior Novice
4H-1 Obstacle Course (4-H members, siblings, parents)
A
F
K
Alpine
L
Fiber (Angora, Etc.)
N
Kinder
O
T Toggenburg
Lamacha
Nubian
Oberhasli
Goat’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
.
4H-2
FS-4 Junior
FS-5 Senior
Costume Class
P Pygmy
R Recorded Grade
S Saanen
Colors / Marks
Lot
57
;5.)*+* *
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(8-K
K for a Kinder dam & daughter, for example)
How Many Goats Are
Member Name:
57
57
Lot Description
241
Goat Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal (Pay At Fair)
Mail To:
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
Goat’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
.
Colors / Marks
Lot
57
57
57
57
57
57
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57
5:13 PM
57
Lot Description
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57
(continued)
4-H Member Goat Registration Form - 57
;5.)*,
242
Member Name:
4-H Member
Sheep Registration Form - 58
You Entering In Class
Sheep Fitting & Showmanship: You Must Check One
FS-1 Junior Novice
FS-2 Senior Novice
CR Corridale
D Dorset
H Hampshire
SD
(12-C
CV for a Cheviot aged ram, for example)
FS-3 Junior
FS-4 Senior
L Lincoln
SH Shropshire
SF Suffolk
N Natural Color
CX Crossbred
R Romney
Southdown
AOB All Others (Misc)
Choose: Ewe, Ram; Pair of Ewes, Pair of Rams, Pen of 3, Get of Sire (3), Flock, Club Herd
Sheep’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
.
58
58
1(##<*+
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Member Name:
Sheep Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal (Pay At Fair)
Mail To:
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
58
58
Lot
Lot Description
243
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
4-H Member Sheep Registration Form - 58
Choose: Ewe, Ram; Pair of Ewes, Pair of Rams, Pen of 3, Get of Sire (3), Flock, Club Herd
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Sheep’s Name /
.
58
58
58
58
58
58
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58
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58
Lot Description
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58
Lot
(continued)
1(##<*,
244
Member Name:
4-H Member
Swine Registration Form - 59
You Entering In Class
Swine Fitting & Showmanship: You Must Check One
FS-1 Junior Novice
FS-2 Senior Novice
Swine 1
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Member Name:
AL
AY
CX
D
American Landrace
American Yorkshire
Crossbreed
Duroc
D for a 1 year old D uroc Gilt, for example)
(2-D
FS-3 Junior
HP
L
HF
AOB
FS-4 Senior
Hampshire
Landrace
Hereford
All Others (Misc)
Write entries for Lots 1 through 6 only below
Choose: Sow, Gilt, Boars; Sow & Litter (8 Piglets), Pen of 3, Get of Sire (3), Produce of Dam (2), Best 3 Females, Herd (5)
Swine’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
Lot Description
.
59
59
59
59
245
Swine Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal (Pay At Fair)
Mail To:
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
1, 2008
Due Date: July 15,
2008
4-H Member Swine Registration Form - 59
(continued)
Gender: Gilt, Boar, Sow, Etc. If multiple entries for one Lot (a Herd, for example), list each animal for that Lot
Swine’s Name / ID
Breed *
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
Lot Description
.
59
59
59
59
59
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59
Swine 2
59
246
Member Name:
4-H Member
Camelid Registration Form - 60
Camelid Fitting & Showmanship: You must check One
FS-3 Senior Novice
4H-1 Obstacle Course
4H-2 Public Relations Course
Llama 1
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Check any contest you’re entering
How Many Camelids are
Member Name:
Camelid Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal (Pay At Fair)
Mail To:l
PO Box 70
Haddam, CT 06438-0070
4H-3
4H-4
FS-4 Junior
FS-5 Senior
Open Packing
Costume Class
Write entries for Lots 1 through 8 only below
Male or Female
.
Camelid’s Name/ID
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
60
60
60
60
Lot Description
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Due Date: July 15,
2008
Male or Female
.
Camelid’s Name / ID
4-H Member Camelid Registration Form - 60
Birth Date
Colors / Marks
Lot
Lot Description
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60
60
60
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Dog Agility Run-Thru Registration Form
Held by the Middlesex and New Haven County
4-H Fair
This form must be completed and then signed by the handler, by the dog owner,
and by a parent or guardian for exhibitors under age 21.
Sunday August, 3rd, Located at the Fairgrounds in Durham, CT
Handler’s Name _________________________________________________
Telephone Number(____) ________________ Email ___________________@___________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
Dog’s Name
Dog’s Age
Dog’s Breed
# Runs
Height Division
I hereby agree to abide by the rules of the show and I further agree to hold the Middlesex and New
Haven County 4-H Fair Association and the Durham Fair Association free from any claims, demands,
or expenses that may be incurred by dog(s) entered by me. The Middlesex and New Haven County 4-H
Fair Association has permission to transport and obtain medical attention for handler at no cost to said
association.
Handler’s Signature
x__________________________________
Owner’s Signature
x__________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
(if under 21)
x__________________________________
PROOF OF RABIES VACCINATION MUST BE SHOWN FOR EACH
DOG BEFORE UNLOADING DOG(S) FROM VEHICLES.
Entry fee of 5.00 per dog, Unlimited Runs
Phone and e-mail entries acceptable provided this form and all applying fees are taken care of before
unloading animals from vehicles.
To Phone in Entries:
(203) 457- 0786
To Mail Entry:
Kara Trojanoski
34 South Hoop Pole Rd.
Guilford, CT 06437
There will be ample room for crate set up. Older or inexperienced dogs are welcome
to jump lower than the regulated jump height. Activities will begin at 10:00 am.
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“Over the Clover” Exhibitor Registration Form
Open to any 4-H alumni from Middlesex or New Haven County any past or current 4-H volunteers enrolled in
either county regardless of youthful affiliation, or any parent of a currently enrolled 4-H member of
Middlesex/New Haven County. See complete rules for entry. This form must be completed and signed by 4-H
Alumni/Volunteer and returned no later than July 15, 2008 to participate.
Exhibitor's Name: ___________________________________________________
(Please Print)
Phone:
(
) ____________________
Please Check:
4-H Alumni
Past Volunteer
For 4-H Alumni, include the following information:
Years involved
Club Name (or Lone Member)
in 4-H
Current Volunteer
County
Parent
Project Areas
_____to_____
_____to_____
Please list Class & Lot of exhibits you intend to enter on the reverse side. Articles must have been completed
in the 2007-2008 year.
Do you need electricity for your Home Arts Exhibits?
Entering the Tractor Driving Contest?
Yes No
Yes No
4-H FAIR CODE OF CONDUCT
I agree to hold the Cooperative Extension System 4-H program, the Middlesex and New Haven County 4-H
Fair Association, Durham Fair Association and all those who are assisting and donating to the event harmless
from suit, claim, damage that may be occasioned by my exhibit. I also agree to abide by the rules of the event
and to show good sportsmanship. I agree that my entry(s) will be on display until the time stated in the general
rules.
Photos taken of me (my child) may be used for 4-H promotional purposes: Yes
No
X______________________________________________
Signature of Exhibitor
Return registration form no later than July 15, 2008 to: 4-H Office
305 Skiff Street
Or e-mail to:
[email protected]
Participants will still need to have form on file with signatures
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“Over The Clover” Class Registration
Exhibitors Name: _______________________________
Exhibitor #____________________
(Office Use Only)
Please list Class & Lot of exhibits in the Home Arts Building (Classes 1 through 24) or
Livestock (50 through 60) you intend to enter. Articles must have been completed in the 2007-2008 year.
Class . Lot
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Directions to Fairgrounds:
From Hartford:
Take I-91 South to Route 9 South to Route 17 South. Follow
Route 17 South into Durham. Entrance to the fairgrounds is
at the green.
From New London:
Take I-95 West to Madison, follow Route 79 North into
Durham. Entrance to the fairgrounds is at the green.
From New Haven:
Take I-91 North to Exit 15 and follow Route 68 into Durham.
Entrance to the fairgrounds is at the green.
From Waterbury:
Take I-84 to Exit 27 (Route 691); follow to Route 66 East
and turn right onto Route 147. Turn right onto Route 17;
follow Route 17 South into Durham. Entrance to the
fairgrounds is at the green.
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Friday, Saturday and Sunday
August 1, 2 & 3, 2008
On the Fairgrounds in
Durham, Connecticut
The Folks at the
Little B Barn
Wish all our 4-H friends the best of luck in
the coming season.
Remember that it isn’t the ribbons you win
that really matters…
At the end of the day, what really matters is
your horse, the fun that you had, and the
friends that you made!!!
43 Manning Road
North Franklin, CT
860-642-6901
Middlesex & New Haven County 4-H Fair
Middlesex County Extension Council, Inc.
UConn Cooperative Extension Center
Haddam, CT 06438-0700
www.4-Hfair.org
Exhibitor Registration Forms Are
At The End Of The Fairbook!
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