OPEN EXHIBITS
DEPARTMENT 1
OPEN DAIRY CATTLE
Judged Monday following Youth Dairy classes
Dairy animals must have horns less than 3” in length
Dairy cattle are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Dairy Cattle released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. ALL CATTLE exhibited at the Midland County Fair must have an official RFID ear tag. Cattle must be bedded in either straw or processed shavings. Any animal in lactation must be in 2 year and over classes. Cattle shown must be registered or commercial dairy cattle. Specify on entry blank the number of cattle entered and the number of stalls desired. An exhibitor may not receive more than one award in group classes and not more than two in any individual class. Breeders Herd: to consist of one cow three yrs. old or older, one heifer two yrs. old, one heifer one yr. old, and one heifer calf. Breeders Young Herd to consist of three females under two yrs. Produce of Dam: two animals, produce of one cow, Dam & Daughter. Dam and One Daughter. Calf Herd: To consist of one bull and two females under one year old, bred and owned by exhibitor. The following information will be helpful in determining an animal’s proper classification.
Junior Calf; born after February 29 this year
Senior Calf; born after August 31 last year and thru February 29 this year
Junior Yearling; born March 1- August 31
Senior Yearling born September 1 - February 29
ENTRY FEES
Entry Fee (per class)...............$2.00
Section 1 – Showmanship
Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show. They are not eligible for any other animal class.
Class
PREMIUMS
1. Showmanship Class: (per sliding scale)
6,7,8 yrs of age
2. 20 yrs. & over
Animals must meet the breed requirements of a commercial or registered Dairy breed and are not eligible for Pee Wee Beef Showmanship class.
Section 2 – Dairy Cattle
12. Junior Yearling Heifer; born March 1 thru Aug. 31 (last year)
13. Senior Yearling Heifer; born Sept. 1 (two years ago) - Feb. 29 (last year)
14. Junior Champion (Classes 9, 10, 11, 12) - Rosette
15. Cow; 2 years old and under 3
16. Cow; 3 years and over
17. Senior Champion (Classes 14 &15) - Rosette
18. Grand Champion Female – Rosette
19. Reserve Grand Champion Female – Rosette
20. Breeders Herd
21. Breeders Young Herd
22. Calf Herd
23. Produce of Dam
24. Dam and Daughter
Class
PREMIUMS
3. Junior Bull Calf, born March 1 (per sliding scale) (this year) & before June 1 (this year)
4. Senior Bull Calf: Born Sept. 1 (last year thru Feb. 29 (this year)
5. Calf Champion Bull (classes 3 & 4) – Rosette
6. Junior Yearling Bull: born after Jan. 1 thru Aug. 31 (last year)
7. Yearling Champion Bull (class 5) - Rosette
8. Grand Champion Bull – Rosette
9. Reserve Grand Champion Bull – Rosette
10. Junior Heifer Calf, born after Feb. 29 this year
11. Senior Heifer Calf; born after Aug. 31 last year and thru Feb. 29 this year.
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DEPARTMENT 3
OPEN BEEF CATTLE
Judged Wednesday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Beef animals must have horns less than 3” in length
Beef cattle are accepted on the grounds opening Saturday of fair between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Beef cattle released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of Fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. ALL CATTLE exhibited at the Midland County Fair must have an official RFID ear tag. Cattle must be bedded in either straw or processed shavings. All cattle must be washed south of Open Livestock Barn. Specify on stall sheet the number of cattle entered and the number of stalls desired. An exhibitor may not receive more than two awards in group classes and not more than two in any individual class. Classes for beef cattle based on birth date. Cattle shown in Sections 11 thru 16 must have and show registration papers.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per class)................$2.00
Section 10 – Showmanship
Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show. They are not eligible for any other animal class. Class PREMIUMS
29. Showmanship; 6, 7, 8 yrs. of age.
30. 20 yrs & over.
(per sliding scale)
Animals must meet the breed requirements of a registered Beef breed and are not eligible to be shown in Pee Wee Dairy Showmanship class.
Section 11 – Shorthorn/Shorthorn Plus Class PREMIUMS
(per sliding scale)
31. Junior Heifer Calves; calved Mar. 1st and after (current year)
32. Winter Heifer Calves; calved between Nov. 1 (last year) & last day of Feb. (current year)
33. Senior Heifer Calves; calved between Sept. 1 & Oct. 31. (last year)
34. Calf Champion; Female - Rosette
35. Reserve Calf Champion, Female - Rosette
36. Summer Yearling Heifers; calved between May 1 & Aug. 1 (last year)
37. Spring Yearling Heifers; calved between March 1 & April 30 (last year)
38. Junior Yearling Heifers; calved between Jan. 1 & Feb. 28 (last year)
39. Junior Champion Female - Rosette
40. Reserve Junior Champion Female – Rosette
41. Senior Heifers, calved between Sept. 1 & Dec. 31 (2 yrs. ago)
42. Cow; 2 years and under 3
43. Cow & Calf (Cow must be 2 yrs. or over; cow cannot show in any other individual class)
44. Senior Champion Female – Rosette
45. Reserve Senior Champion Female – Rosette
46. Grand Champion Female - Rosette
47. Reserve Grand Champion Female – Rosette 48. Junior Bull Calves, calved Mar. 1st and after (current year)
49. Winter Bull Calves; calved between Nov. 1 (last year) and last day of February current year
50. Senior Bull Calves; calved between Sept. 1 & Oct. 31 (last year)
51. Calf Champion Male – Rosette
52. Reserve Calf Champion Male – Rosette
53. Summer Yearling Bulls, calved between May 1 & Aug. 31 (last year)
54. Junior Yearling Bulls; calved between Jan. 1 & April 30 (last year)
55. Junior Champion Bull – Rosette
56. Reserve Junior Champion Bull – Rosette
57. Senior Yearling Bulls; calved between Sept. 1 & Dec. 31 (2 yrs. ago)
58. Bull; 2 years and under 3
59. Aged Bull, over 3 years
60. Senior Champion Bull – Rosette
61. Reserve Senior Champion Bull – Rosette
62. Grand Champion Bull – Rosette
63. Reserve Grand Champion Bull – Rosette
64. Pair of Calves; bred & owned by exhibitor, both sexes represented
65. Pair of Yearlings bred & owned by exhibitor, both sexes represented
66. Pair of Females; bred & owned by exhibitor
67. Pair of Bulls, bred & owned by exhibitor
68. Get of Sire; three animals; two females & one male, get of one sire
The same classes and premiums are offered for the following:
Section 12 – Hereford
Section 13 – Chianina
Section 14 – Simmental/Sim-Solution
Section 15 – Maine Anjou/Maintainer
Section 16 – All other registered breeds
Section 17 – Commercial
Section 22 – Supreme Champion
Class
74. Supreme Champion.....$200.00 plus trophy (Grand Champions from above sections)
(15 Minute Break)
Section 23 – Market Beef
Exhibitors showing market heifer must attach required signed form to entry that verifies heifer is not bred and has not been exposed to a bull.
Class PREMIUMS
75. All Breeds (per sliding scale)
76. Grand Champion Market Beef – Rosette
77. Reserve Grand Champion Market Beef - Rosette
(15 Minute Break)
Section 24 – Prospect Beef
Must be weighed in by 2:00 p.m. opening Saturday of Fair. Calves must have been born January or after of current calendar year. Maximum weight of 700 pounds. No nurse cows, calves must be weaned. Males must be castrated. Heifer cannot show in any breeding class. Class PREMIUMS
78. Prospect calf—a|l breeds (per sliding scale)
79. Grand Champion Prospect Calf— Rosette
80. Reserve Grand Champion Prospect Calf — Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 5
OPEN SHEEP
Judged Monday following Youth Sheep Classes
Sheep will be accepted on the grounds from noon Saturday preceding fair until 6:00 p.m. opening Sunday of fair. Sheep released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award of any animal removed before time stated. All sheep must be tagged with a USDA tag to exhibit at fair. See USDA and MDA rules. Animals must be bedded in either straw or processed shavings. Registered sheep shown must have and show registration papers. Specify on stall sheet the number of sheep entered and the number of pens desired. An exhibitor may not receive more than one award in group classes and not more than two awards in any individual class. An exhibitor’s flock shall consist of one ram, any age, two yearling ewes and two ewe lambs. Get of Sire consists of 1 ram and 2 females from same Sire.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per class)..................$1.00
Section 28 – Showmanship
Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show. They are not eligible for any other animal class.
Section 30 – Suffolk
The same classes and premiums are offered for the following sections:
Section 31 – Hampshire
Section 32 – Targhee
Section 33 – Heritage
Breeds (Jacob, Lincoln, Cotswold, Karakul, Oxford, Shetland)
Section 34 - Any Other Registered Breed
Section 35 - Commercial
Section 50 – Supreme Champion
110. Supreme Champion............$200.00 plus trophy (Grand Champion animals from above sections)
Section 51 – Fleece
Judged Monday at 9:00 a.m.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per class).............................$1.00
Fleece must be in place by 4:00 p.m. Sunday. Fleece will be exhibited in Home Economics Area of the Gerstacker Building either tied or in a cardboard box with a 3” x 5” card stating type of wool (long wool, fine, etc.), breed of sheep, date shorn. Must have been shorn within last 12 months and wool must be from Exhibitor’s own flock.
Class PREMIUMS: 1st................$5.00
112. Colored Wool –Ram 2nd...............$4.00
113. White Wool - Ram 3rd................$3.00
114. Colored Wool - Ewe
115. White Wool - Ewe
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Class PREMIUMS
20 yrs.
84. Showmanship 6,7,8 yrs of age (per sliding scale) 85.
& over
Class PREMIUMS 89. Ram, one year & under two (per sliding scale) 90. Ram,
91.
92. Champion Ram
93. Pair of Ram Lambs 94. Pair of Yearling Rams 95. Aged ewe, 2 and over 96. Ewe, one year & under two 97. Ewe lamb (born before Jan. 1, this year) 98. Ewe lamb (born since Jan. 1, this year) 99. Champion Ewe – Rosette 100. Pair of Ewe lambs 101. Pair of yearling Ewes 102. Pair of
103.
104.
105. Exhibitor’s
106.
lamb (born before Jan. 1, this year)
Ram, lamb (born since Jan. 1, this year)
– Rosette
Lambs (1 Ram & 1 Ewe)
Pair of yearlings (1 Ram & 1 Ewe)
Get of sire
flock
Market Lamb
Class
Midland County Fair DEPARTMENT 7
OPEN GOATS
Judged Wednesday following Youth Goat Classes
Goats will be accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. All goats will be checked in at the east end of the barn. Goats released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. Goats must be bedded in either straw or processed shavings. All goats must bear official USDA identification. If micro chips are used the exhibitor is responsible for providing proper scanner. No horned dairy goats. No bucks or buck kids over 4 weeks of age. Exhibitor may not receive more than two awards in group classes and not more than two awards in any individual class. No clipping of goats allowed in barn.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per class).............................$1.00
Section 53 – Showmanship
(Judged before class 1540, Senior Showmanship)
Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show. They are not eligible for any other animal class.
Class
119. Goat Showmanship PREMIUMS 6, 7, 8 yrs. of age (Sections 53 thru 56)
120. 20 yrs. & over
Section 54 – Dairy Goats
Judged After Youth Dairy Goats
Does in classes 121, 122, 123, 124 must be in milk. 1st..........$10.00
Class 2nd..........$8.00
121. Yearling Milker 3rd..........$5.00 122. 2 yrs. & under 3 yrs. Junior Milker 123. 3 yrs. and under 5 yrs, Senior Milker
5 yrs. and over, Aged Milker 125. Senior Champion Milking Goat – Rosette
Reserve Senior Champion Milking Goat– Rosette
Junior Doe, born since April 1 of this year 128. Senior Doe kid, born Jan. 1 thru March 31 of this year 129. Junior yearling (not in milk) born since July 1st of last year
130. Senior yearling (not in milk) born Jan. 1st thru June 30th of last year
131. Junior Champion – Rosette
132. Reserve Junior Champion – Rosette Section 55 – Meat Goats
Judged After Youth Dairy Goats Sec. 357
Class
138. Senior Yearling Doe, 18 months to under 2 years
139. 2 yrs. old and under 3 yrs., doe
140. 3 yrs. old and over, doe
141. Champion Senior Doe – Rosette
142. Reserve Champion Senior Doe – Rosette
143. Junior, 0 to under 3 months, doe
144. Intermediates, 3 months to under 8 months, doe
145. Seniors, 8 months to under 1 year, doe
146. Junior Yearling (never kidded) 1 year to under 18 months, doe
147. Senior Yearling (never kidded) 18 months to under 2 years, doe
148. Champion Junior Doe – Rosette
149. Reserve Champion Junior Doe – Rosette
150. Produce of Dam, 2 does by one Dam
151. Get of Sire, 2 does by one Sire
Section 56 – Fiber Goats
(same classes and premiums as section 55, meat goats)
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127.
124.
DEPARTMENT 11 OPEN POULTRY
DUCKS, GEESE, TURKEYS, EGGS, PIGEONS
Judged Tuesday following Youth Classes
Accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Exhibits released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair with the exception of eggs which are brought in and released on the day of judging. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium of any animal removed before time stated.
Sick poultry must not be brought on the grounds and poultry showing signs of disease must be removed from the grounds. All Turkeys must be pullorum tested and exhibitor must show proof. Specify on stall sheet the number of birds entered. Birds will be coupled two to a cage at the superintendent’s discretion. Young birds are identified as under one year. Exhibitors must provide their own drinking cups, feed and litter and be responsible for the care and exhibition of their own birds. Any exhibitor shall not be entitled to more than two places in the single classes. All classes (with the exception of eggs) will be judged in show ring.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per bird).......................$1.00
Section 68 – Showmanship
(judged before Class 1647, Senior Showmanship)
Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show. They are not eligible for any other animal class.
PREMIUMS
Class 1st 2nd 3rd
170. Showmanship, 6, 7, 8 years of age.......... $4.00 $2.00 $1.00
171. 20 yrs. & over
PREMIUMS FOR SECTIONS 69, 70, 71, 72 1st……$2.25 2nd…..$1.75 3rd….$1.00
Section 69 – Ducks
Class 180. Single bird Heavy breed
Class 181. Single bird Medium breed
Class 182. Single bird Light breed
Class 183. Single bird Bantam breed
Class 184. Breeding pair (any variety)
Class 185. Champion Duck………..…….Rosette
Class 186. Reserve Champion Duck……Rosette
Section 70 Geese
Class 190. Single bird Heavy breed
Class 191. Single bird Medium breed
Class 192. Single bird Light breed
Class 193. Breeding pair (any variety)
Class 194. Champion Goose…………….Rosette
Class 195. Reserve Champion Goose….Rosette
Section 71 Turkeys
Class 200. Broad breasted single bird
Class 201. Any other variety single bird
Class 202. Champion Turkey……………..Rosette
Class 203. Reserve Champion Turkey…..Rosette
Section 72 Pigeons
Class 220. Single bird Fancy breed
Class 221. Single bird Utility breed
Class 222. Single bird Sporting bird
Class 223. Breeding pair (any variety)
Class 224. Champion Pigeon…………….Rosette
Class 225. Reserve Champion Pigeon….Rosette
Section 73 – Eggs
Entry fee (per class).......................$1.00
Eggs must be in place by 9:00 am. Tuesday day of judging and released same day. Place eggs on table provided in small animal barn.
Class
226. One Dozen, White Chicken Eggs
227. One Dozen, Non White Chicken Eggs
228. One Dozen, White Bantam Eggs
229. One Dozen, Non White Bantam Eggs
230. One Dozen, Other Eggs (duck,goose,turkey,pigeon)
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PREMIUMS 1st......$2.25 2nd.....$1.75 3rd......$1.00 48618
Section 98 – Champions
DEPARTMENT 13 – OPEN RABBITS
Judged Monday following Youth Classes
Rabbits will be accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Rabbits released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. Exhibitor will forfeit premium award on any animal removed before time stated. All Rabbits must have a permanent tattoo. Junior Animals must be at least 3 months old. Doe and litter will not be accepted.
# 4 Class – Breeds with an ideal weight less than 9 pounds
# 6 Class – Breeds with an ideal weight 9 pounds or more.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per head)...............$1.00
Section 85 – Pee Wee Showmanship
(Judged before class 1690, Senior Showmanship)
Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show. They are not eligible for any other animal class. Class
295. Showmanship, 6, 7, 8 yrs. of age
Section 86 – Polish Class PREMIUMS
296. Senior Buck (Sections 85 thru 97 & 99) (over 6 months of age)
297. Senior Doe 1st........$4.00 (over 6 months of age)
298. Junior Buck
(under 6 months of age)
299. Junior Doe
(under 6 months of age)
300. Champion of Section – Rosette
301. Reserve Champion of Section – Rosette
The same classes as in Section 86 are offered for the following:
Section 87 – Havana Section 91 – Mini Rex
Section 88 – Holland Lop Section 92 – Netherland Dwarf
Section 89 – Mini Lop Section 93 – Jersey Wooly
Section 90 – Dutch Section 94 – Any Other # 4 Breed (no mixed breeds)
Section 95 – Californian
Class
310. Grand Champion Rosette & Plaque
311. Reserve Grand Champion Rosette & Plaque
Section 99 – Market Animals
ENTRY FEE
Entry fee (per pen)...........$1.00
Class
312. Pen of 3 market rabbits, any breed (3 pounds to 5 pounds not over 12 weeks of age)
DEPARTMENT 15 - OPEN CAVIES
Judged Monday following Youth Classes (Cavies must be ear tagged)
Cavies will be accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Cavies released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of Fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. Cavies under the age of 3 months will not be accepted. Weight of cavy on show day: Senior 32 oz. & over: Intermediate over 22 oz. to 32 oz.: Junior 12 oz. to 22 oz.
ENTRY FEE
Entry fee (per head)....................$1.00
Section 102 – Showmanship
(Judged before Class 1713, Senior Showmanship)
Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show. They are not eligible for any other animal class. Class
314. Showmanship, 6, 7, 8 yrs. of age
315. 20 yrs. & over
Section 103 – Teddy Class PREMIUMS
316. Senior Boar (Sections 102 thru 106)
317. Intermediate Boar 1st..........$4.00
318. Junior Boar 2nd.........$2.00
319. Senior Sow 3rd..........$1.00
320. Intermediate Sow
321. Junior Sow
322. Champion of Section – Rosette
Class
302. Senior Buck (over 8 months of age)
303. Senior Doe (over 8 months of age)
304. Intermediate Buck (6-8 months of age)
305. Intermediate Doe (6-8 months of age)
306. Junior Buck (6 months of age and younger)
307. Junior Doe (6 months of age and younger)
308. Champion of Section – Rosette
309. Reserve Champion of Section – Rosette
The same classes as in section 95 are offered for the following:
Section 96 – Any Other # 6 Breed (no mixed breeds)
323. Reserve Champion of Section - Rosette
The same classes as in Section 103 are offered for the following
Section 104 – American
Section 105 – Long Haired (Coronet, Peruvian, Peruvian Satin, Silkie, Silkie Satin, Texel)
Section 106 – Any Other Breed
Section 108 – Champions Class
325. Grand Champion – Rosette & Plaque
326. Reserve Grand Champion – Rosette & Plaque
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2nd.......$2.00
3rd.......$1.00
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DEPARTMENT 17 – HORSES & PONIES OPEN HORSES
Open Horses and Ponies are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm. if you arrive between 8 pm and 12 midnight due to a horse show, please contact Karen Bonham (989) 737-7826 for check in and please have documentation from show attended. Horses and Ponies will NOT be allowed to be unloaded until they are checked in by the Department Superintendent or committee. Unloading prior to being checked in may result in being excused to leave. When you arrive on the grounds please enter one of two lanes near the main horse arena for check in. Once you have been checked in, you can stall your horse/pony. Horse and Pony Exhibitors must be at least 18 years of age to show a stallion over one year of age. Youth in 6, 7 & 8 years of age classes must be that age on the day of show, they are not eligible for any other animal class or youth classes. A copy of current negative Coggins paper must be attached to fair entry form. Superintendents discretion to combine classes if less than 2 entries. No horses are allowed in campgrounds. No sitting on or riding horses except in rings. No double riding. Horses must have a bridle on to be ridden. NO EXCEPTIONS. Horses and Ponies are released at 8:00 pm closing Saturday of Fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before the time stated. On closing Saturday of fair horses must be stalled between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm.
ENTRY FEES
Entry Fee (per class)......................$5.00
Box Stalls.......................................$10.00
PREMIUMS (sliding scale) sections 110 thru 116 117-118, 120 thru 129. With the exception of classes 479 & 480 in section 129
MONDAY CLASSES
Section 110 – Hunter Over Fences
Judged Monday following Youth Hunter over Fences. Exhibitor 19 and under must wear helmet
Class
330. Hunter over Fences (all age exhibitors)
Section 111 – Trail Class
Judged Monday starting at 6:00 pm
TUESDAY CLASSES
Section 113 – All Draft Horses (Halter) Class
337. 2 yrs & under (any sex)
338. Stallions, 3 yrs & over
339. Geldings, 3 yrs. & over
340. Mares, 3 yrs. & over
341. Grand Champion Draft Horse …………….Rosette
342. Reserve Grand Champion Draft Horse……Rosette (1st & 2nd place winners of classes 337 thru 340 are eligible)
Section 114 – Miniature Mare & Foal (halter) Class
343. Mare & Foal under 38”
Section 115 – Miniature Horse (halter) Class
344. Stallions, 2 yrs. & under
345. Stallions 3 yrs.& over, 34” & under (A)
346. Stallions, 3 yrs. *& over 34” to 38” (B)
347. Geldings, 2 yrs. & under
348. Geldings, 3 yrs. & over, 34” & under (A)
349. Geldings, 3 yrs. & over 34” to 38” (B)
350. Mares 2 yrs. & under
351. Mares, 3 yrs. & over, 34” & under (A)
352. Mares, 3 yrs. & over 34” to 38” (B)
353. Champion Miniature……………….Blanket & Rosette
354. Reserve Champion Miniature…… Rosette (1st & 2nd places from classes 344 thru 352 eligible)
Section 116 - PONIES 56 inches & under (Halter)
Class
356. Stallions, 2 yrs. & under
357. Stallions, 3 yrs. & over
358. Geldings, 2 yrs. & under
359. Geldings. 3 yrs. & over
360. Mares, 2 yrs. & under
361. Mares, 3 yrs. & over
362. Champion Pony…………………Blanket & Rosette
Class
331. Trail 9-19 yrs. of age
332. Trail 20 yrs. & over
333. In Hand Trail – horse/pony 2 yrs. & under (cannot be entered in any other under saddle equipment class.) – all age exhibitors.
334. Walk-Trot for exhibitors 6,7& 8 yrs. of age (cannot show in any other canter/lope classes)
Section 112 – Miniature Horse In-Hand Trail
Judged Monday following Section 111 Trail. Miniature Horse may only be entered one time.
Class
335. In Hand Trail (all age exhibitors)
363. Reserve Champion Pony………Rosette (1st & 2nd places from classes 356 thru 361)
LUNCH BREAK (30 MINUTES)
Section 117 – Any Light Registered Horse (halter)
Class 364. Produce of Dam (2 animals)
Class 365. Get of Sire (3 animals)
Class 366. Mare & Foal
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Section 118 – Light Horse – All Registered & Non-Registered (Halter)
Class 367. Stallions 2 yrs. & under
Class 368. Stallions, 3 yrs. & over
Class 369. Sweepstakes Stallion…………Blanket & Rosette
Class 370. Reserve Champion Stallion………Rosette (1st & 2nd place winners of classes 367 & 368)
Class 371. Geldings, 2 yrs. & under
Class 372. Geldings 3 yrs. & older
Class 373. Sweepstakes Champion Gelding...Blanket & Rosette
Class 374. Reserve Champion Gelding……..Rosette (1st & 2nd place winners from class 371 & 372)
Class 375. Mares, 2 yrs. & under
Class 376. Mares, 3 yrs. & over
Class 377. Sweepstakes Champion Mare.....Blanket & Rosette
Class 378. Reserve Champion Mare………….Rosette (1st & 2nd place winners of Classes 375 & 376)
Section 119 – Supreme Champion (Halter)
Class 379. Supreme Champion……………$200.00 and Trophy (winners of Section 118, classes 369, 373 and 377 are eligible)
15 MINUTE BREAK
Section 120 - Showmanship
Class 380. Showmanship, exhibitors, 6, 7 & 8 yrs. of age (horses & ponies) Plaque
Section 121 – Showmanship – Miniature Horses
Class 381. Showmanship, 9-19 yrs. of age
Class 382. Showmanship, 20 & over
Section 122 – Showmanship Horses & Ponies
Class 383. Showmanship 9-19 yrs. of age
Class 384. Showmanship 20 & over (in sections 121 and 122 exhibitors are limited to two showmanship classes)
30 MINUTE BREAK
Section 123 – English Equitation
Class 446. Walk-Trot for English Equitation for exhibitors
6,7& 8 yrs. of age (cannot show in any other canter/lope classes)
Class 447. Equitation, 9-19 yrs. of age (all English seats, hunt, saddle etc.)
Class 448. Equitation 20 & over (all English seats, hunt, saddle, etc.)
Section 124 – Draft, Light Horses & Ponies
English/Hunter under saddle
Class 449. Walk-Trot (all English seats for exhibitors 6, 7 & 8 yrs. of age (cannot show in any other canter/lope classes
Class 450. Draft under saddle, English
Class 451. Gaited, English Pleasure
Class 452. Walk-Trot English Pleasure, 9 yrs. & over (exhibitor may only enter walk-trot classes)
Class 453. English Pleasure, Jr. Horse or Pony (horses/ponies 5 yrs. & under)
Class 454. English Pleasure, All age Horse or Pony
Class 455. English Pleasure, Sr. Horse or Pony (horses/ponies 6 yrs. & over.
THURSDAY
Section 125 – Draft, Light Horses & Ponies –Western Horsemanship
Class 456. Horsemanship 9-19 yrs. of age
Class 457. Horsemanship 20 yrs. & over
Section 126 – Draft, Light Horses & Ponies
Western Pleasure
Class 458. Draft under saddle (Western)
Class 459. Gaited class (Western Pleasure)
Class 460. Walk-Trot Western Pleasure, 9 yrs. & over (exhibitor may only enter walk-trot classes
Class 461. Western Pleasure, Jr. Horse or Pony (horses/ponies 5 yrs. & under)
Class 462. Western Pleasure, All age Horses & Ponies
Class 463. Western Pleasure, Sr. Horse or Pony (horses/ponies 6 yrs. & over)
LUNCH BREAK (30 MINUTES)
464. Lead line for exhibitors 6, 7 & 8 yrs. of age. (may not enter class 465)
465. Walk-Trot (Western seat-Pleasre)for exhibitors
6,7& 8 yrs. of age (cannot show in any other canter/lope classes) may not enter class 464
466. English/Western Riding, Horses & Ponies
467. Reining, Horses & Ponies
468. Ranch Riding, Horses & Ponies
15 MINUTE BREAK
Section 127 – Light Horses, Draft & Pony Costume
Class
470. Costume native dress, walk, trot & canter
471. Costume, all others
Section 128 – Miniature Horse Costume
Class 472. Costume
Section 129 Light Horse, Miniature Horse, Draft & Pony
Premiums
Classes 479 & 480 1st……$40.00 2nd…..$30.00 3rd….$20.00 4th……$10.00 (starts Thursday one hour after class 472 concludes)
Class 473. Draft horse to cart – men only
Class 474. Light horse driving
Class 475. Miniature single pleasure driving 34“ & under (A)
Class 476. Pony driving
Class 477. Draft single to cart – women only
Class 478. Miniature single pleasure driving 34” to 38” (B)
Class 479. Draft two horse hitch
Class 480. Any other Draft horse hitch
FRIDAY
Section 130 – Contest Speed Events Horse, Draft & Pony
(Exhibitors under the age of 19 yrs. must wear a helmet)
Class 481. Pole Bending
Class 482. Speed & Action
Class 483. Keyhole
Class 484. Cloverleaf
Class 485. Indiana Flag Race
Class 486. Michigan Flag Race
Section 131 – Hi Point Speed Award
Class 487. Hi Point Speed…………………….Blanket
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DEPARTMENT 40
OPEN NEEDLEWORK
Judged Monday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Needlecraft must be in place by 4:00 p.m. opening Sunday of fair. Needlecraft released Sunday, following fair between 8:00 a.m. & 12 noon. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated. Exhibits not listed will not be accepted. Articles stained, soiled or worn will not be judged. Articles must be the work of the exhibitor. No article or work previously exhibited at this fair will be accepted for competition until a period of at least three years has passed. Only one entry per class per exhibitor.
ENTRY FEES
Entry Fee (per section)..................$1.00
Section 146 – Quilts & Bed Spreads
Class
525. Cotton Hand Pieced Quilt PREMIUMS
526. Cotton Machine Pieced Quilt (sections 146 thru 149)
527. Cotton Appliqued Quilt 1st.......$5.00
528. Embroidered quilt 2nd......$4.00
529. Comforter 3rd.......$3.00
530. Specimen, hand quilted
531. Bed Spreads
532. Any Other
Section 148 – Afghans
Class
Section 156 – Pillows
610. Counted Cross-Stitch
611. Needlepoint
612. Embroidered
613. Crocheted
614. Any Other
PREMIUMS
(Sections 156 & 157)
1st.........$5.00
2nd........$3.00
3rd.........$2.00
Section 157 – Pictures & Wall Hangings
Class
624. Needlepoint
625. Counted Cross-Stitch
626. Any Other
Section 158 – Ornaments PREMIUMS
Class (Sections 158 thru 161)
632. Counted Cross-Stitch
633. Any Other
1st.......$3.00
2nd......$2.00
3rd.......$1.00
Section 159 – Purses & Tote Bags
Class
636. Needlepoint
637. Woven
638. Any Other
Section 160 – Lace
Class
540. Knitted Afghan
541. Crocheted Afghan
542. Crocheted and embroidered Afghan
543. Any Other
Section 149 – Rugs
Class
642. Lace Home Accessories (bookmarks, towel edgings, tablecloths, pictures, etc.)
643. Lace Wearing Apparel (collar, cuff, handkerchief, edging for clothing, jewelry, etc.)
644. Lace Holiday Ornaments (set of 2)
645. Lace made with fine thread (bucks point, bedfordshire, honiton, flanders, tonder)
646. Sample Sheet (a collection of samples)
Class
547. Braided rug
548. Crocheted rug
549. Hooked rug
550. Woven rug
Section 150 – Overall Best of Show (for Sections 146 thru 149)
Class
555. First Place Rosette
556. Second Place Rosette
557. Third Place Rosette
Section 155 – Tablecloths & Pillowcases
Class
600. Embroidered Tablecloth, pillowcases, lunch cloth with napkins
601. Crocheted Tablecloth, inserts or edged pillowcases
602. Applique Pillowcase
603. Any Other
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161 – Home Accessories Class 648. Towels, Embroidered 649. Place Mats 650. Pot Holders 651. Any Other
162 – Wearing Apparel Children & Adult Class 655. Womens Clothing 656. Formal Wear 657. Nightwear 658. Men’s Clothing 659. Coat or Jacket 660. Down or Fiber Filled Jacket or Vest 661. Sweater 662. Any Other
163 – Wardrobe Accessories Class 674. Hat & Scarf 675. Slippers 676. Mittens 677. Any Other
164 – Infants Wear Class 683. Dress 684. Baby Set, Knitted 685. Baby Set, Crocheted 686. Baby Afghan, Knitted 687. Baby Afghan, Crocheted 688. Booties, Knitted 689. Booties, Crocheted 690. Baby Sweater, Knitted 691. Baby Sweater, Crocheted 692. Any Other
& Related Clothing Class 700. Animals, Cloth, Fur, etc. 701. Animals, Knitted 702. Animals, Crocheted 703. Crocheted Doll 704. Knitted Doll 705. Rag Doll 706. Related Clothing 707. Any Other
165 – Toys, Dolls
166 – Doilies Class 710. Crocheted 711. Knitted 712. Tatted 713. Embroidered 714. Any Other
168 – Overall Best of Show
155 thru 166) Class 720. First Place Rosette 721. Second Place Rosette 722. Third Place Rosette PREMIUMS 1st.........$5.00 2nd........$3.00 3rd.........$2.00 PREMIUMS 1st.........$4.00 2nd........$3.00 3rd.........$2.00 PREMIUMS (Sections 164 & 166) 1st.........$3.00 2nd........$2.00 3rd.........$1.00
(for sections
DEPARTMENT 41
OPEN CULINARY ARTS
Open foods judged Sunday beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Open foods in place before 12:00 noon Sunday beginning of fair. Exhibits released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. and 12 noon. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated.
One entry per class per exhibitor.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per section)..........$.1.00
Section 170 – Baking
Pies (small pies if so desired)
762. Fruit
763. Raisin
764. Cream
765. Pumpkin
766. Pecan
767. Custard
PREMIUMS
(for pies per class)
1st.........$4.00
2nd........$3.00
3rd.........$2.00
768. Any Other (Cannot fit in 762-767)
Section 172
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Baking
Cakes
Display items on six inch plates, if so desired. One-half cakes are accepted (enclose recipe optional)
Class
723. Fruit
724. Layer cake, any kind
725. Chocolate
726. 3 cupcakes (frosted or unfrosted)
PREMIUMS
(baking & yeast breads)
1st.........$4.00
2nd........$3.00
3rd.........$2.00
727. Any other (Cannot fit in 723-726)
Yeast Breads – miniature pans, if so desired
730. Sourdough
731. Loaf white bread, enriched flour
732. Loaf whole wheat bread
733. Fancy yeast bread, Holiday breads
734. Six plain rolls (white or whole wheat)
735. Six fancy rolls (cheese or raisin)
736. Raisin bread
737. Any other (Cannot fit in 730-736)
Quick Breads
738. Fruit breads
739. Nut bread
740. Muffins
741. Any other (Cannot fit in 738-740)
Sweet Yeast Breads
743. Coffee Cake
744. Nut Bread
745. Cinnamon Rolls
746. Any Other (Cannot fit in 743-745)
Cookies (3 on each plate)
747. Sugar PREMIUMS
748. Molasses (for cookies per class)
749. Peanut Butter 1st..........$3.00
750. Oatmeal 2nd.........$2.00
751. Nut 3rd.........$1.00
752. Drop
753. Chocolate Chip
754. Brownies
755. One dozen assorted (4 different kinds)
756. Any Other (Cannot fit in 747-755)
Class
771. First Place Rosette
772. Second Place Rosette
773. Third Place Rosette
Section 173 – Decorated Cakes (Judged on design only, cake not required, base may be false)
Class
774. Birthday Cake
775. Holiday Cake
776. Shower Cake
777. Wedding Cake
PREMIUMS
1st.........$5.00
2nd........$4.00
3rd.........$3.50
778. Any Other (Cannot fit in 774-777)
779. Best of Show – Rosette
Section 174 – Candy (Attractive plate display)
PREMIUMS 1st.....$3.00 2nd...$.2.00 3rd.....$1.00
Class
783. Beaten (such as penuche, fudge, divinity, pralines or fondant)
784. Brittles (such as peanut, toffee)
785. Poured (such as chocolate, nut, creamy or caramels)
786. Hand dipped
787. Molded Chocolate (solid or filled center)
788. Any Other (Cannot fit in 783-787)
789. Best of Show – Rosette
Section
175
– Dehydrated Foods
Class
PREMIUMS
793. Fruits 1st.........$4.00
794. Vegetables 2nd........$3.00
795. Meats 3rd.........$2.00
796. Other (Cannot fit in 793-795 please label)
797. Best of Show – Rosette
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OPEN CANNING
Judged with other open foods starting at 1:00 p.m. Sunday Exhibit in clear jars (pint or larger). Condiments may be exhibited in 1⁄2 pint jars. No mayonnaise jars. Do not label unless required. Do not decorate with fabric or other material.
Section 177 – Vegetables
Class 798. Tomatoes PREMIUMS 799. Stewed Tomatoes (sections 177 thru 180)
Mixed Vegetables 1st.........$3.00
Carrots 2nd........$2.00
Beans 3rd.........$1.00
DEPARTMENT 42 OPEN FINE ARTS
Judged Monday beginning at 1:00 p.m. Fine Arts must be in place by 4:00 p.m. Sunday beginning fair. Fine Arts will be released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. & 12 noon. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium on any exhibit removed before time stated. Exhibit must be the work of the exhibitor. One entry per class per exhibitor.
ENTRY FEES
Entry Fee (per section)..............$1.00
Section 185 – Drawing or Painting
Pictures must be framed or matted. Must be a sturdy backing and have a hook or something similar for hanging.
Pencil
Beets
Vegetable Juice
Any other – please label (Cannot fit in 798-807)
178 – Condiments
May be exhibited in 1⁄2 pint jars.
Class 810. Pickled Beets
811. Relishes (corn, bean, pickle, etc.) 812. Chili Sauce
Pickles, sweet
Pickles, dill
Jams - please label
Jellies - please label
Preserves - please label
Any Other – please label (Cannot fit in 810-817)
Section 179 – Miscellaneous
Class 819. Meats - please label
Soups - please label
Any other – please label (Cannot fit in 819-820)
Charcoal
Pastel
Acrylic
Oil
Water Color
Ink 854. Any other (Cannot fit in 847-853)
Section 186
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Drawing or Painting
Class
First Place Rosette
Second Place Rosette
Third Place Rosette
Section
180 – Fruit Class
Peaches
Pears
Applesauce
Fruit Juice - please label
Any other – please label (Cannot fit in 825-829)
Section 181
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Canning
First Place Rosette
Second Place Rosette
Third Place Rosette
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801.
802.
803.
804.
805.
806.
800.
Corn
Potatoes
Asparagus
807.
808.
813.
814.
815.
816.
817.
818.
820.
821.
826.
827.
828.
829.
830.
825. Cherries
833.
834.
835.
Class
848.
849.
3rd.......$2.00 850.
851.
Class PREMIUMS 847.
1st.......$4.00
2nd......$3.00
852.
853.
855.
856.
857.
DEPARTMENT 43
OPEN FOLK ARTS
Judged Monday beginning at 1:00 p.m. Folk Arts must be in place by 4:00 p.m. Sunday beginning fair. Folk Arts will be released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. & 12 noon. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium on any exhibit removed before time stated. Exhibit must be the work of the exhibitor. Same hobby may be exhibited only every three years. One entry per class per exhibitor.
ENTRY FEE
Entry fee (per section).......$1.00
Section 188 – Creative Crafts.
Class
861. Ceramics, stained
862. Ceramics, glazed
863. Ceramics, air brushed
864. Jewelry, all kinds (3 articles)
865. Models, hand made
866. Leather Tooling
867. Sculpture (wire, clay, etc.)
868. Wood Carving, wood burning, wooden wall hangings
869. Metal Work
870. Macrame, wall hanging, etc.
871. Wall Hangings (quilted appliquéd or woven)
872. Candles, 1 large, 2 medium or 3 small 873. Candles, Sand Cast, 1 large, 2 medium or 3 small
Stenciling 875. Artificial Centerpieces 876. Basketry 877. Tole or Country Painting on Wood
878. Wreaths
879. Holiday items, not sewn 880. Christmas tree ornaments
Wooden Toys 882. Furniture (large)
Furniture (small) 894. Decorated Holiday Tree, maximum height 3 ft.
Any Other (Cannot fit in 861-894)
Section 189
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Creative Crafts
Class
First Place Rosette 896. Second Place Rosette 897. Third Place Rosette
Section 190 – Collective Hobbies
Collections must be added to annually and one half of exhibit must be new.
Section 191
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Collective Hobbies
Class 911. First Place Rosette
912. Second Place Rosette
913. Third Place Rosette
Section 192 – Pioneer Arts & Crafts
Judged opening Saturday following Youth Classes Crafts must be in place by 10:00 a.m. Saturday preceding fair.
Class 916. Hand Spun wool, single ply PREMIUMS
917. Hand Spun yarn, single ply 1st......$5.00
918. Hand Spun Wool, 2 or more ply 2nd.....$4.00
919. Hand Spun Yarn, 2 or more ply 3rd......$3.00
920. Hand Spun Yarn, natural dye
921. Novelty Yarn (specify fiber on attached card)
922. Woven Garment (clothing article using 100% hand spun yarn)
923. Woven Non-Garment (using 100% hand spun yarn)
924. Knitted Project (using hand spun yarn)
925. Crocheted Project (using hand spun yarn)
926. Basket, constructed with naturally collected material
927. Hand Made Soap
928. Hand Made Laundry Soap
929. Quilting Project (using no machine stitching, must be completely constructed by hand)
930. Candles, hand dipped
931. Candles, wrapped bees wax
Section 193
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Pioneer Arts & Crafts Class
Class
Coins – sizable collection 903. Stamps – sizable collection 904. Insects – sizable collection 905. Marine life – sizable collection 906. Miniatures (limit 10)
907. Novelties – all one kind (horses, dogs, etc , limit of 10)
908. Character Dolls (set of 12)
909. Rocks & Minerals (limit 10)
910. Any Other (Cannot fit in 902-909)
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874.
881.
893.
895.
895.
902.
933. First
934. Second
935. Third
Rosette
188, 190, 192 1st.........$4.00 2nd........$3.00 3rd.........$2.00
Place Rosette
Place Rosette
Place
PREMIUMS Sections
DEPARTMENT 44 OPEN PHOTOGRAPHY
Judged Monday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Photography must be in place by 4:00 pm Sunday beginning Fair. Photography released Sunday, following fair, between 8:00 am and 12 noon. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated. All photographs must have been taken since the previous fair and must be the exhibitor’s own photo. You may not reproduce someone else’s photo. Dry mount photographs on mat board cut appropriately to create an image of a frame around the photo which will allow all edges of the photo to be visible. Size and color of the mat should be appropriate for the photo being mounted. Do not cut a frame out of the mat and place photograph behind the cut frame. Precut mats and foam board are not appropriate matting materials. Photos may be mounted either horizontally or vertically. Do not frame photos. No lettering on front of mount. Any type of camera may be used to take photographs. Photos should not be edited or digitally enhanced unless entered under class 946, Special Effects. Only one entry per class.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per section)...........$1.00
Section 195 – Standard Size Prints
(Mat Board may not exceed 16” x 20”)
Class 936. Color, 4 prints
Black & White , 4 prints
Section 196 – Single Enlargements – Color
5” x 7” or 8” x 10” prints
Mat Board may not exceed 11” x 14”
DEPARTMENT 45 OPEN ANTIQUES
Judged Monday beginning at 1:00 p.m. Antiques must be in place by 4:00 p.m. Sunday beginning of Fair. Exhibits released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. & 12 noon. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated. No article previously exhibited at this fair will be accepted for competition until a period of at least three years has passed. An item entered this year may not be entered into a different category the following year. Antiques must be 50 years old or more.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee.....(per section)........$1.00
PREMIUMS 1st.....$7.00 2nd....$6.00 3rd.....$5.00
Section 200 – Antiques
Class
Scenic/Landscape PREMIUMS
Section 197 – Single Enlargements Black & White 5” x 7” or 8” x 10” prints (mat board may not exceed 11” x 14”) Same classes as Section 196
Section 198
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Photography
Class
965. Glassware (crystal, porcelain, cut, pressed, china, pottery, color, depression, elegant)
966. Kitchenware ((kitchen items, utensils, tins, spices, linens, aprons, milk bottles, etc.)
967. Household ((quilts, silver services, pictures, paintings, bathroom Items)
968. Furniture & Clocks ((clocks, tables, lamps, chairs, cabinets, vanities, beds, cradles, highchairs, etc.)
969. Mercantile & Hardware ((tools, crocks, lanterns, lightning rods & balls, etc.)
970. Farm Memorabilia (implements, cream separators, etc.)
971. Jewelry & Watches (including watch fobs, cuff links, hat pins, etc.)
972. Clothing, Shoes & Accessories (belts, purses, hats, ties, etc.)
973. Paper Memorabilia (books, magazines, documents, cards, etc.)
974. Coin & Currency (U. S. coins, U.S. paper money, U. S. commemorative coins)
975. Holiday Decorations (Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, etc)
976. Toys & Dolls
977. Sports Memorabilia (bats, balls, gloves, uniforms, helmets, sports cards, etc.)
978. Advertising Items (tins, rulers, calendars, embossed glassware, etc.)
979. Political Items (posters, hats, ribbons, pins, campaign buttons, etc.)
Section 214
Overall Best of Show Rosettes for Antiques
Class 990. First Place Rosette 991. Second Place Rosette 992. Third Place Rosette
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937.
938.
939.
940. People 1st.........$4.00 941. Human Interest 2nd........$3.00 942. Sports & Recreation 3rd.........$2.00 943. Night Scenes 944. Still Life 945. Abstracts 946. Special Effects
photoshopping) 947. Any Other
Birds, Fish or Animals (sections 195, 196, 197)
(Includes
(cannot fit in classes 938 thru 946)
949. First
950. Second
951. Third
Rosette
Class
Place Rosette
Place Rosette
Place
DEPARTMENT 46
OPEN AGRICULTURE
Judged Monday beginning at 10 a.m. Exhibits must be in place by 4:00 p.m. opening Sunday of fair.
Exhibits released Sunday following fair from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon.
Exhibitor will forfeit the premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated. One exhibit per class per exhibitor.
ENTRY FEES
Entry Fee...(per section)...........$1.00
Section 215 – Farm Crops
Exhibits to consist of four quarts except where otherwise indicated.
Class PREMIUMS
993. Wheat red (sections 215 & 216)
994. Wheat white 1st..........$3.00
995. Oats, any variety 2nd.........$2.00
996. Barley, 2 row head 3rd..........$1.00
997. Rye, any variety
998. Soy Beans
999. Soy Beans, 6 vines, pods attached
1000. Beans, white pea
1001. White pea beans, 6 vines, pods attached
1002. Beans, light red kidney
1003. Beans, dark red kidney
1004. Colored beans, 6 vines, pods attached
1005. Beans, other varieties
1006. Sugar Beets, 6 beets, remove tops
1007. Yellow Dent corn, 10 ears, from previous year
Section 216– Forage Crops
Class
1012. Clover
1013. Alfalfa
1014. Flake of Baled Hay
Section 218
Class
– Overall Best of Show for Agriculture
1016. First Place Rosette 1017. Second Place Rosette 1018. Third Place Rosette
Section 219 – Nature’s Best
Judged Sunday noon to 2:00 p.m. Must be in place by noon on Sunday.
Class PREMIUMS
1019. 1 lb. jar extracted 1st.......$3.00 (clear jar) Light Honey 2nd......$2.00
1020. 1 lb. jar extracted 3rd.......$1.00 (clear jar) Dark Honey
1021. 1 exhibit Comb Honey
1022. Maple Syrup, light
1023. Maple Syrup, dark
1024. Best of Show.......................Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 47 OPEN FLORICULTURE
Judged Monday beginning at 10:30 a.m. Exhibits must be in place by 10:00 a.m. Monday of Fair week. Exhibits received later than 10:00 a.m. will be marked not for competition. Exhibits are released at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday of Fair Week. Exhibitors will forfeit their premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated. No artificial flowers allowed. Bring your own vases for flowers. All exhibits shown must have been grown by the exhibitor. Some of the foliage of the specimen must be included with each entry. One entry per class per exhibitor.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fee (per section)............$1.00
Section 220 – Annuals
Section 222 - Lilies, Dahlias, Gladiolus and Tuberous-Rooted Begonias
Class
1067. Lily, 1 spike
1068. Dahlia,1 or 2 blooms
1069. Tuberous-rooted Begonias, 1 bloom
1070. Gladiolus, all varieties
1071. Others (cannot fit in classes 1067 thru 1070)
Section 223 – Roses
Class
1025. Aster, 3 blossoms PREMIUMS
1026. Ageratum, 3 stems (Sections 220 -225)
1027. Calendula, 3 stems
1st........$3.00
Class
1075. Roses, one bloom or one spray
Section 224 –Dried & Ornamentals
Class
1089. Dried Annuals, 3 stems preserved
1090. Dried Perennials, 3 stems preserved
1091. Any other (statice, peppergrass, baby’s breath, gourds etc.)
Section 226 – Overall Best of Show (for sections 220 thru 225)
Class
3rd........$1.00
1028. Celosia (Cockscomb), 2nd.......$2.00 2 stems
1029. Cosmos, 3 stems
1030. Sunflower, 1 or 2 stems
1031. Marigold 3 blossoms
1032. Nasturtium, 3 blossoms
1033. Petunias, 3 stems
1034. Impatiens, 3 stems
1035. Salvia, 3 spikes
1036. Snapdragon, 3 stems
1037. Verbena, 3 stems
1038. Viola (Pansy), 3 blossoms
1039. Zinnia (large), 3 blossoms
1040. Zinnia (small), 6 blossoms
1041. Any other annual, 3 stems & foliage (cannot fit in classes 1025 thru 1040)
Section 221 – Hardy Herbaceous Perennials
Class
1048. Chrysanthemums, 3 sprays
1049. Daisy, Shasta, 3 stems
1050. Gaillardia (Blanket Flowers), 3 stems
1051. Hollyhocks, 3 stems
1052. Hemerocallis (Day Lily), 2 spikes
1053. Phlox (one color), 3 spikes
1054. Hibiscus, 1 bloom
1055. Hydrangea, 1 bloom
1056. Coreopsis, 3 stems
1057. Dianthus, 3 stems
1058. Coneflower, 3 stems
1059. Hosta, 3 stems
1060. Balloon Flower, 3 stems
1061. Black-eyed Susans, 3 stems
1062. Lambs-ear, 2 stems with foliage
1063. Butterfly Bush, 3 stems
1064. Any others, 3 stems & foliage (cannot fit in classes 1048 thru 1063)
1094. First Place - Rosette
1095. Second Place - Rosette
1096. Third Place - Rosette
Section 228 – House Plants
Class PREMIUMS
1098. Any kind of blooming plant (sections 228 & 229)
1099. Any kind of foliage plant 1st.......$3.00
1100. Any kind of vine 2nd......$2.00
1101. Cactus 3rd.......$1.00
1102. Succulent (other than Cacti)
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Class
Midland County Fair
Section 229 – Patio Plants
1104. 8” or smaller combination pot (annuals, 3 plants or more)
1105. 9” or larger combination pot (annuals, 5 plants or more)
Section 230 – Artistic Arrangement
Plants protected by Michigan State law may not be used except in conservation displays or for educational purposes. Arrangements must have plant materials predominating.
Class
1109. Dining table, buffet & mantle arrangements
1110. Arrangement in most unusual container
1111. Arrangement of dried materials
1112. Cup and Saucer arrangement
1113. Arrangement using driftwood
1114. Arrangement in a toy
1115. A holiday arrangement (flowers must be available at time of holiday & name holiday)
1116. Any other arrangement
1117. A corsage
Section 232
Overall Best of Show Rosettes (for sections 228 thru 230)
DEPARTMENT 48 OPEN HORTICULTURE
Judged Monday beginning at 10:00 a.m. Exhibits must be in place by 4:00 p.m. Sunday opening Fair. Exhibits in section 253 & 254 released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. and 12 noon. Exhibits in sections 261& 262 released Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Exhibitor will forfeit the premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated. Only one entry per class per exhibitor.
Entry Fees
Entry Fee (per section).........$1.00
Section 253 – Root and Garden Crops (cannot be used in a group exhibit)
Class
1172. Beets, table variety, 6 PREMIUMS
1173. Carrots, 5 (sections 253 & 254)
1174. Watermelon, 1 1st.......$3.00
1175. Muskmelon, 1 2nd......$2.00
1176. Pumpkin, 1 3rd.......$1.00
1177. Squash, winter, 1
1178. Squash, summer, 1
1179. Tomato (green or ripe), 5
1180. Onions, 5
Class
1124. First Place Rosette
1125. Second Place Rosette
1126. Third Place Rosette
1181. Cabbage, 1
1182. Sweet Corn, 5 ears
1183. Cucumber, slicers 5
1184. Cucumber, pickling, 6
1185. Potatoes, any variety, 5
1186. Beans, 12
1187. Peppers, 5
1188. Herbs
1189. Any Other (Cannot fit in 1172-1188)
Class
Section 254 - Fruit
1194. Apples, plate of 5 any variety
1195. Pears, plate of 5, any variety
1196. Peaches, plate of 5, any variety
1197. Plums, plate of 12, any variety
1198. Grapes, 5 bunches, any variety
Section 260 – Garden and/or Horticultural Products (container exhibitors choice)
PREMIUMS 1st....$4.00 2nd....$3.00 3rd...$2.00 Class
1199. Display an arrangement of 8 or more items grown by exhibitor
Section 261 -Overall Best of Show (for Sections 253, 254 & 260)
1200. First Place Rosette
1201. Second Place Rosette
1202. Third Place Rosette
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YOUTH EXHIBITS
DEPARTMENT 2
DAIRY CATTLE
Judged Monday beginning at 4:00 p.m.
Dairy animals must have horns less than 3” in length All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles. Dairy cattle will be accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Dairy Cattle released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of Fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. All cattle exhibited at the Midland County Fair must have an official RFID ear tag. Animal must be bedded in either straw or processed shavings. Any animal in lactation must be in 2 yr. & over classes. The following will be helpful in determining an animal’s proper classification:
Junior Calf, born after Feb. 29 this year
Senior Calf, born after Aug. 31 last yr. and thru Feb. 29 this year
Junior Yearling, born March 1 through Aug. 31 last year
Senior Yearling, born Sept.1 thru Feb. 29 (2 yrs. ago & thru Feb. 29 last yr)
Section 300 – Dairy Showmanship
Intermediate Class 14-15 yrs..........Plaque & 5 ribbons
Junior Class 12 – 13 yrs.................Plaque & 5 ribbons
Beginners 9 – 11 yrs........................Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section 301 – Dairy
Section 303 – Midland County Special
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Class 1400.
1401.
1402.
1403.
Senior Class 16 – 19 yrs.................Plaque & 5 ribbons
A B C Class 1404. Bull Calf, under 1 yr. $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 (progeny of exhibitor’s female 1405. Junior Heifer Calf $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1406. Senior Heifer Calf $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1407. Junior Yearling Heifer $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1408. Senior Yearling Heifer $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1409. Junior Champion – Rosette 1410. Cow, 2 yrs. & under 3 yrs. $9.00 $7.50 $6.00 1411. Cow , 3 yrs.& over $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 1412. Senior Champion – Rosette 1413. Grand Champion – Rosette 1414. Junior Herd $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 (cow & one progeny) 1415. Senior Herd $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 (cow & two progeny) 1416. Produce of dam $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 (2 females with same mother)
Class 1420. Dairy...............................................Plaque
& 6 ribbons
YOUTH
DEPARTMENT 4
YOUTH BEEF CATTLE
Judged Tuesday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Beef animals must have horns less than 3” in length
Beef cattle will be accepted on the grounds opening Saturday of fair between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Beef Cattle released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles. Market animals released Sunday following fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before the time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. All cattle exhibited at the Midland County Fair must have an official RFID ear tag. Cattle must be bedded in either straw or processed shavings. Market beef must be weighed in by 2:00 p.m. opening Saturday of fair. Classes for beef cattle are based on birth date. Junior classes for those born from January thru April. Summer classes are from May thru August. Senior classes are from September thru December.
Section 308 – Beef Showmanship
Section 314 – Prospect Beef
Calves must be born January or after of current calendar year. Maximum weight of 700 pounds. No nurse cows, calves must be weaned. Males must be castrated. Calves will show by weight. Animals not eligible for auction. Heifers cannot show in any breeding classes if shown as prospect beef. Prospect Beef must be weighed in by 2:00 p.m. opening Saturday of fair.
Division one -1
Division one - 2
Division one - 3
Champion Division one - Rosette
Reserve Champion Division one - Rosette
Division two - 4
Division two - 5
Class
1425. Senior Class 16-19 yrs...................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1426. Intermediate Class 14-15 yrs..........Plaque & 5 ribbons
1427. Junior Class 12 -13 yrs................... Plaque & 5 ribbons
1428. Beginners Class 9-11 yrs................Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section 309 – Market Beef
Market Beef must weigh a minimum of 855 lbs. and not over a maximum of 1575 lbs. If the animal is lower than the minimum weight or higher than the maximum weight they will be sent home from the scale. Exhibitors showing market heifer must attach required signed form to entry that verifies heifer is not bred and has not been exposed to a bull. Classes will be assigned after market beef are weighed. No market beef may have horns longer than 3 inches. Market beef must be weighed in by 2:00 p.m. opening Saturday of Fair.
three - 8
Champion Division three - Rosette
Reserve Champion Division three - Rosette
Grand Champion Prospect Ca|f - Rosette
Reserve Grand Champion Prospect Calf - Rosette
Section 310 – Midland County Special Award
Classes and premiums as listed in section 317 are the same for the below listed breeds:
Section 318 – Shorthorn/Shorthorn plus Section 319 – Simmental/Sim-Solution
Section 320 – Chianina
Section 321 – Maine Anjou/Maintainer
Section 322 – All Other Registered Breeds
Section 323 – Commercial
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Class PREMIUMS 1429. Division one - 1 A...........$11.00 1430. Division one - 2 B............$9.00 1431. Division one - 3 C............$7.00 1432. Champion Division one - Rosette 1433. Reserve Champion Division one – Rosette 1434. Division two - 4 1435. Division two - 5 1436. Division two - 6 1437. Champion Division two– Rosette 1438. Reserve Champion Division two– Rosette 1439. Division
1440. Division
1441. Division
1442. Champion
1443. Reserve Champion Division
1444. Division four
1445. Division four
11 1446. Division four - 12 1447. Champion Division four- Rosette 1448. Reserve Champion Division four - Rosette 1449. Grand Champion Beef – Rosette 1450. Reserve Grand Champion Beef - Rosette
three - 7
three - 8
three - 9
Division three - Rosette
three - Rosette
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1451.
Class
Market Beef....................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
Class PREMIUMS
A...........$11.00 1454.
B............$9.00 1455.
C............$7.00 1456.
1457.
1458.
1459.
1460.
1461.
1462.
1463.
1464. Division
1465. Division
1466.
1467.
1468.
1469.
Section 317 – Hereford Class 1471. Bull Calf, under one year A B C (progeny of exhibitors female) $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1472. Junior Heifer Calf $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1473. Senior Heifer Calf $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1474. Summer Yearling Female $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1475. Junior Yearling Female $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1476. Junior Champion Female – Rosette 1477. Senior Yearling Female $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1478. Female, 2 yrs. and under 3 yrs. $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 1479. Cow & Calf (cow must be $11.00 $9.00 $7.00 2 yrs. or over), cow cannot
other individual class 1480. Senior Champion Female – Rosette 1481. Grand Champion Female – Rosette 1482. Pair of calves $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1483. Pair of yearlings $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1484. Pair of heifers $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 1485. Breeders young herd $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 (3 animals owned by exhibitor) 1486. Get of sire $8.00 $7.00 $6.00 (3 animals at least 2 female)
1453.
Division two -6
Champion Division two - Rosette
Reserve Champion Division two - Rosette
Division three - 7
three - 9
show in any
1488.
YOUTH
– Midland County Special Class
Beef Female....................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
DEPARTMENT 6
YOUTH SHEEP
Judged Monday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Sheep will be accepted on the grounds from noon Saturday preceding fair until 6:00 p.m. opening Sunday of fair. Sheep released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. Market animals released Sunday following fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium on any animal removed before time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. ALL sheep exhibited at the Midland County Fair must be tagged with an official USDA tag. Animals must be bedded in either straw or processed shavings. Market Sheep must be weighed in by 12 noon opening Sunday of fair. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/ stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles.
Section 333 – Sheep Showmanship
Section 335 – Market Lambs
Classes and premiums as listed in section 334 are the same for section 335. Sheep shown in Market Classes are not eligible to be shown in the Breeding classes. Market lambs must weigh a minimum of 85 pounds and not over a maximum of 168 pounds. If the animal is lower than the minimum weight or higher than the maximum weight they will be sent home from the scale.
Section 336 – Midland County Special Award
Class
1514. Market Lamb..................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
Section 337 – Suffolk
All Ram Lambs born after Jan. 1 of this year. Young flock is 1 ram lamb, 1 yearling ewe, 2 ewe lambs.
Class A B C
Class
1490. Senior class 16 – 19 yrs................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1491. Intermediate class 14–15 yrs.........Plaque & 5 ribbons
1492. Junior class 12-13 yrs....................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1493. Beginners class 9–11 yrs...............Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section 334 – Pen of 2 Market Lambs
Sheep shown in Market Classes are not eligible to be shown in the Breeding classes. Exhibitors who show a pen of 2 market sheep may select one to be shown as an individual. Weight class to be determined by the average weight of 2 lambs. Market lambs must weigh a minimum of 85 pounds and not over a maximum of 168 pounds. If either animal is lower than the minimum weight or higher than the maximum weight they will be sent home from the scale.
1515. Ram lamb $7.00 $6.00 $5.00
1516. Champion Ram – Rosette
1517. Reserve Champion Ram – Rosette
1518. Pair of Ram Lambs $8.00 $7.00 $6.00
1519. Ewe Lamb under 1 yr. $7.00 $6.00 $5.00
1520. EweLamb1yr.&under2 $7.00 $6.00 $5.00
1521. Aged Ewe, 2 yrs. & over $7.00 $6.00 $5.00
1522. Champion Ewe - Rosette
1523. Reserve Champion Ewe – Rosette
1524. Pair of Ewe Lambs $8.00 $7.00 $6.00
1525. Best pen of 4 breeding lambs (either sex) $8.00 $7.00 $6.00
1526. Get of Sire (4 lambs bred & owned by exhibitor) $8.00 $7.00 $6.00
1527. Exhibitor’s young flock $8.00 $7.00 $6.00
Classes and premiums as listed in Section 337 are the same for the following listed breeds.
Section 338 – Hampshire
Section 339 – All Other Breeds
Section 340 - Commercial
Section 349 – Midland County Special Award
Class
1530. Sheep, Breeding female under two yrs......................Plaque & 6 ribbons
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1497. Division two - 1 PREMIUMS 1498. Division two - 2 A........$8.00 1499. Division two - 3 B........$7.00 1500. Champion Division two - Rosette C........$6.00 1501. Reserve Champion Division two - Rosette 1502. Division three - 4 1503. Division three - 5 1504. Division three - 6 1505. Champion Division three - Rosette 1506. Reserve Champion Division three - Rosette 1507. Division four - 7 1508. Division four - 8 1509. Division four - 9 1510. Champion Division four - Rosette 1511. Reserve Champion Division four .- Rosette 1512. Grand Champion Market Lamb – Rosette 1513. Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb – Rosette
YOUTH
DEPARTMENT 8
YOUTH GOATS
Goats judged Wednesday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Obstacle Course judged Friday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Goats will be accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. All Goats will be checked in at east end of barn. Goats released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. Auctioned goats will be released Sunday morning. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. All goats must bear approved official USDA identification. If micro chips are used the exhibitor must provide the proper scanner. Animals must be bedded in straw or processed shavings. Exhibitor may not receive more than two awards in group classes & not more than two awards in any individual class. Each exhibitor is limited to a total of 5 goats. No bucks or buck kids over 4 weeks of age. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles. No clipping of goats allowed in barn.
Section 350 - Showmanship
1564. Reserve Senior Champion Doe – Rosette
1565. Juniors, 0 to 3 months, doe
1566. Intermediate, 3 months to under 8 months, doe
1567. Seniors, 8 months to under 1 year, doe
1568. Junior Yearling (never kidded) 1 year to under 18 months), doe
1569. Senior Yearling (never kidded) 18 months to under 2 yrs.), doe
1570. Junior Champion Doe - Rosette
1571. Reserve Junior Champion Doe – Rosette
1572. Produce of Dam, 2 does by one Dam
1573. Get of Sire, 2 does by one Sire
1574. Junior herd, doe & 1 progeny
1575. Senior herd, doe & 2 progeny
Section 354 – Fiber Goats
(Same classes and premiums as section 353, Meat Goats)
Section 355 - Wethers
Class
1540. Senior Class 15 – 19 yrs................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1541. Intermediate Class 12–14 yrs........Plaque & 5 ribbons
1542. Junior Class 9 – 11 yrs..................Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section 351 – Milking Goats
No horned Dairy goats. Does in classes 1543, 1544, 1545, 1546 must be in milk
Class PREMIUMS
1543. Yearling Milker (sections 351 & 352)
1544. Two yrs. & under 3 years, A..........$6.00
Jr. Milker B..........$5.00
1545. Three yrs. & under 5 yrs, C..........$4.00
Sr. Milker
1546. Five yrs. & over, Aged Milker
1547. Senior Champion Milking Goat- Rosette
1548. Reserve Senior Champion Milking Goat - Rosette
1549. Junior Doe, born since April 1 of this yr.
1550. Senior Doe kid, born Jan. 1 thru March 31 of this yr
1551. Junior Yearling (not in milk), born since July 1 of last yr.
1552. Senior Yearling (not in milk), born Jan. 1 thru June 30 of last yr.
1553. Junior Champion - Rosette
1554. Reserve Junior Champion - Rosette
Section 352 – Dairy Goat Herd
Wethers are not eligible for herd classes.
Class
1555. Junior herd, doe & 1 progeny
1556. Senior herd, doe & 2 progeny
1557. Breeders trio, 3 does in milk (bred & owned by exhibitor)
1558. Best herd of 4, any 4 in herd (bred & owned by exhibitor)
1559. Get of Sire, 3 does (dam & daughters) from 1 sire (does bred & owned by exhibitor)
Open Dairy Sec. 54 Judged Before Sec. 353
Section 353 – Meat Goats
Wethers are not eligible for herd classes.
Class
1560. Senior Yearling Doe (18 months to under 2 yrs.)
(Sections 353, 354, 356, 358 & 360)
1561. 2 yrs, old & under 3 yrs., doe
1562. 3 yrs. & over, doe
1563. Senior Champion Doe - Rosette
Goats shown in wether classes are not eligible to be shown in Market Goats. 1st & 2nd place wethers from this section are the only wethers eligible for class 1579 & 1580.
Class PREMIUMS
1576. Dairy Wether,1 yr. & under A........$5.50
1577. Meat Wether, 1 yr. & under B........$5.00
1578. Fiber Wether, 1 yr. & under C........$4.50
1579. Champion Wether – Rosette
1580. Reserve Champion Wether – Rosette
Section 356 – Market Goats
Goats shown in market classes are not eligible to be shown in breeding classes. Exhibitor is limited to one entry in this section. If exhibitor is a Midland County 4-H Member, they must sell animal entered at the Small Animal Auction. Animal must be 50% or greater from a meat breed and under 1 year of age. Market goats must be weighed in between 9am and 12 Noon opening Sunday of fair. Market goats must weigh a minimum of 45 pounds and a maximum of 125 pounds. If lower than the minimum or higher than the maximum they will be sent home from the scale. Class 1582. 45 pounds to 65 pounds 1583. 66 pounds to 125 pounds
The 1st and 2nd place animals from Section 356 are the only four animals eligible for classes 1584 and 1585 Class 1584. Champion Market Goat - Rosette 1585. Reserve Champion Market Goat - Rosette
Section 357 – Midland County Special Award
Class 1586. Goat.................................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
Section 358 – Harness
Judging following open class. Goats must be driven not led.
Class 1587. Goat under harness
Section
360
– Goat Obstacle Course
A 4 minute time limit will be imposed
Judged Friday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Class 1588. Obstacle, Boys & Girls 15 – 19 yrs. 1589. Obstacle, Boys & Girls 12 – 14 yrs. 1590. Obstacle, Boys & Girls 9 – 11 yrs
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YOUTH
PREMIUMS
A........$6.00 B........$5.00 C........$4.00
DEPARTMENT 10
YOUTH SWINE
Judged Monday beginning at 8:30 a.m. The market hog show is terminal.
Any hog shown at the fair must go for slaughter. Market animals released Sunday morning of fair. Exhibitor will forfeit the premium award of any animal removed before time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. Animals must be bedded in processed shavings. All swine exhibited at the Midland Co. Fair must bear an official USDA identification tag. Russian Boars and hybrids of Russian Boars are invasive species and possession of these animals are prohibited by state law. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles.
Section 365 – Swine Showmanship
Class
1600. Senior Class 16–19 yrs...................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1601. Intermediate Class 14–15 yrs.........Plaque & 5 ribbons
1602. Junior Class 12-13 yrs....................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1603. Beginners Class 9–11 yrs...............Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section 375 –Market Hog
Market Hogs must weigh a minimum of 209 pounds and not over a maximum of 315 pounds. If the animal is lower than than the minimum weight or higher than the maximum weight they will be sent home from the scale. Body hair on hogs must be maintained to ½ inch or more the entire fair week to qualify for show and/or sell at the Livestock Auction. Youth will be disqualified and the hog will be sent to slaughter at the youth’s expense if clipped less than the required ½ inch after leaving the scale. Market Hogs are accepted on grounds opening
of fair between 7:00 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Section 382 – Midland County Special Award
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Class 1616. Division one - 1 PREMIUMS 1617. Division one - 2 A.........$9.00 1618. Division one - 3 B.........$8.00 1619. Champion Division one – Rosette C.........$7.00 1620. Reserve Champion Division one – Rosette 1621. Division two - 4 1622. Division two - 5 1623. Division two - 6 1624. Champion Division two - Rosette 1625. Reserve Champion Division two - Rosette 1626. Division three - 7 1627. Division three - 8 1628. Division three - 9 1629. Champion Division three – Rosette 1630. Reserve Champion Division three - Rosette 1631. Division four - 10 1632. Division four - 11 1633. Division four - 12 1634. Champion Division four – Rosette 1635. Reserve Champion Division four – Rosette 1636. Grand Champion Market Hog – Rosette 1637. Reserve Grand Champion Market Hog – Rosette
Class 1640. Market Hog.....................................Plaque & 6 ribbons YOUTH
Section 392 - Pigeons
DEPARTMENT 12 YOUTH POULTRY
Judged Tuesday beginning at 9:00 a.m. DUCKS, GEESE, TURKEYS, PIGEONS will be accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Exhibits will be released closing Saturday of fair at 8:00 p.m. with the exception of auctioned poultry which will be released Sunday morning. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any exhibit removed before time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. Each bird may be shown in only one class. Exhibitors are limited to three entries per class. In the event there are space limitations, each exhibitor may be limited to a total of 30 birds. All Turkeys must be pullorum tested and exhibitor must show proof. All Turkeys must have a numbered leg band furnished by Midland Co. Small Animals Leaders. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of the fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacle.
Section 390 - Poultry Showmanship
Class
1668. Single bird Fancy breed
1669. Single bird Utility breed
1670. Single bird Sporting breed
1671. Breeding pair (any variety)
1672. Champion Pigeon………………..Rosette
1673. Reserve Champion Pigeon……..Rosette
Section 395 – Eggs
Eggs are brought in Tuesday the day of judging and released same day. Place eggs on the table provided in the small animal barn.
Class
1674. One Dozen White Chicken eggs
PREMIUMS
1675. One Dozen Non-White Chicken eggs A......$1.75
1676. Champion Chicken eggs - Rosette B......$1.50
1677. One Dozen White Bantam eggs C......$1.25
1678. One Dozen Non-White Bantam eggs
1679. Champion Bantam eggs – Rosette
1680. One Dozen Other Eggs (duck, goose, turkey, pigeon)
1681. Champion Other Eggs — Rosette
Class
1647. Senior Class………………..Plaque & 5 ribbons
1648. Intermediate Class…………Plaque & 5 ribbons
1649. Junior Class…………..........Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section
391
- Turkeys
Class
1650. Broad breasted (white or bronze)
single bird
1651. Any other variety single bird
1652. Breeding pair
(Sections 391, 392, 393)
1653. Champion Turkey……………Rosette
1654. Reserve Champion Turkey…Rosette
Section 392 - Ducks
Class
1655. Single bird heavy breed
1656. Single bird medium breed
1657. Single bird light breed
1658. Single bird bantam breed
1659. Breeding pair (any variety)
1660. Champion Duck…………………..Rosette
1661. Reserve Champion Duck………..Rosette
Section 393 - Geese
Class
1662. Single bird heavy breed
1663. Single bird medium breed
1664. Single bird light breed
1665. Breeding pair (any variety)
1666. Champion Goose………………….Rosette
1667. Reserve Champion Goose……….Rosette
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YOUTH
A.........$2.00 B.........$1.50 C.........$1.00 PREMIUMS A.........$2.00 B.........$1.50 C.........$1.00
PREMIUMS
DEPARTMENT 14
RABBITS
YOUTH RABBITS
Judged Monday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Rabbits are accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Rabbits released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair, except auctioned animals which are released Sunday following fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. All Rabbits must have a permanent tattoo. Junior Animals must be at least three months old. Doe and litter will not be accepted. Exhibitor is limited to a total of six rabbits and one market class. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles.
#4 Class – Breeds with ideal weight less than 9 pounds
#6 Class – Breeds with an ideal weight 9 pounds or more
Section – 400 - Showmanship
Section 418 – Rabbit Champions
Class
1690. Senior Class 15–19 yrs...................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1691. Intermediate Class 12–14 yrs.........Plaque & 5 ribbons
1692. Junior Class 9–11 yrs.....................Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section 403 – Polish
Class PREMIUMS
1693. Senior Buck (sections 403 thru 415) (over 6 months of age) A......$2.00
1694. Senior Doe B......$1.75 (over 6 months of age) C......$1.00
1695. Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)
1696. Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)
1697. Champion - Rosette
1698. Reserve Champion – Rosette
The same classes and premiums are offered for the following:
Section 404 – Havana Section 408 – Mini Rex
Section 405 – Holland Lop Section 409 – Netherland Dwarf
Section 406 – Mini Lop Section 410 – Jersey Wooly
Section 407 – Dutch Section 411 – Any Other # 4 Breed (no mixed breeds)
Section 412 – Californian
Class
1707. Grand Champion – Rosette
1708. Reserve Grand Champion – Rosette
Section 419 – Market Pen
Class PREMIUMS
1710. Market Pen A.....$3.00
(3 rabbits, weight 3 to B.....$2.00 5 lbs. not over 12 weeks C.....$1.00 of age.)
1711. Champion Market Pen - Rosette
1712. Reserve Champion Market Pen – Rosette
DEPARTMENT 16 YOUTH CAVIES
Judged Monday beginning at 8:30 a.m. Cavies must be ear tagged.
Cavies will be accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Animals released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair, except auctioned animals which are released Sunday morning following fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. Each animal may be shown in only one breed class. Exhibitor is limited to a total of six cavies. Weight of Cavy on show day: Senior 32 oz. & over; Intermediate over 22 oz. To 32 oz.; Junior 12 oz. to 22 oz. Cavies under the age of 3 months will not be accepted. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles.
Section 422 – Showmanship
Class
1699. Senior Buck (over 8 months of age)
1700. Senior Doe (over 8 months of age)
1701. Intermediate Buck (6-8 months of age)
1702. Intermediate Doe (6-8 months of age)
1703. Junior Buck (under 6 months of age)
1704. Junior Doe (under 6 months of age)
1705. Champion – Rosette
1706. Reserve Champion – Rosette
The same classes and premiums are offered for the following
Section 413 – Mixed Breed
Section 414 – Any Other # 6 Breed (no mixed breeds)
Class
1713. Senior Class 15–19 yrs..................Plaque & 5 ribbons
1714. Intermediate Class 12-14 yrs.........Plaque & 5 ribbons
1715. Junior Class 9–11 yrs.....................Plaque & 5 ribbons
Section 423 – Teddy
Class PREMIUMS
1716. Senior Boar (sections 423 thru 426)
1717. Intermediate Boar A........$2.00
1718. Junior Boar B........$1.50
1719. Senior Sow C........$ .75
1720. Intermediate Sow
1721. Junior Sow
1722. Champion – Rosette
1723. Reserve Champion – Rosette
The same classes and premiums are offered for the following:
Section 424 – American
Section 425 – Long Haired (Coronets, Peruvian, Peruvian Satin, Silkie, Silkie Satin & Texel)
Section 426 – Any Other Breed
Section 430 – Cavy Champions
Class
1724. Grand Champion – Rosette
1725. Reserve Grand Champion – Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 18
YOUTH HORSES
Judging for sections 435 thru 438 is Monday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Judging for sections 439 thru 447 is Wednesday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Youth Horse and Ponies are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. If you are planning to arrive between 8:00 pm and 12 midnight due to the State horse show, you must contact Roxanne Wheeler (989-600-0579) for approval and check in. Horse and Ponies will NOT be allowed to be unloaded until they are checked in by the Department Superintendent or committee. Unloading prior to being checked in can result in being excused to leave. When you arrive on the grounds please enter one of two lanes near the main horse arena for check in, please be prepared with contact information and be able to provide proper identification and coggins paperwork submitted with your entry. Once you have been checked in, you can then stall your horse/pony. Horses & Ponies released at 8:00 pm closing Saturday of fair. Exhibitors will forfeit the premium award on any animal removed before the time stated. Exception are animals representing Midland County at MSU State Shows that conflict with fair dates. On closing Saturday of fair all horses and ponies must be stalled between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Walk-Trot entries are not eligible for non walk-trot riding classes.
1. Horse & Pony exhibitors must be 9 within the calendar year.
2. Exhibitor cannot exceed five premium classes and two equitation classes.
3. Stallions are not eligible to be shown unless they are under one year of age.
4. One exhibitor per animal.
5. Exhibitor is limited to one horse or pony and may make a fair entry for only one animal. Exhibitor may attach two Coggins papers. If one of the animals that a Coggins paper has been submitted for is unfit for competition, then the other animal is eligible. No changes in Coggins papers or class entries after the July 25th entry deadline.
6. In the event space is limited, the Fair Board will inform exhibitors of any restrictions.
7. No sitting on or riding horses or ponies except in rings. No double riding. Horses & Ponies must have a bridle on to be ridden. NO EXCEPTIONS.
8. Exhibitors must attach a current negative Coggins test to Fair entry form.
9. Exhibitors riding in walk/trot classes may not enter non-walk/trot classes.
10. If exhibitor is riding in both English Equitation & Western Equitation and receives A1 or A2 in both, they can only ride once in Champion Equitation Section 448.
11. All youth exhibitors must clean pens/stalls at completion of fair by Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All manure must go to the bunker or identified receptacles.
MONDAY CLASSES
Section 435 – Trail Class
Judged Monday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Horse & Pony. Four minute time limit will be imposed
PREMIUMS
Class (sections 435 thru 439, 441, 443, 445)
1726. Trail Walk - Trot only, A.........$10.00
9 yrs-19 yrs. B.......... $9.00
1727. Trail 9-11 yrs. C...........$8.00
1728. Trail 12-14 yrs.
1729. Trail 15-19 yrs.
LUNCH BREAK (15 Minutes)
Section 436 – Contest Speed Events
Judged Monday following Trail Exhibitors must wear helmet
Horse & Pony. Time limits will be imposed:
Poles – 60 seconds
Cloverleaf – 45 seconds
Keyhole and Speed & Action – 25 seconds
Michigan Flag Race - 25 seconds
Indiana Flag Race -45 Seconds
Any time over these limits, the exhibitor will be awarded a C ribbon
Class 1730. Pole Bending 14 yrs. & under
1731. Pole Bending 15 - 19 yrs.
1732. Speed & Action, 14 yrs. & under
1733. Speed & Action, 15 – 19 yrs.
1734. Keyhole, 14 yrs. & under
1735. Keyhole, 15 – 19 yrs.
1736. Cloverleaf, 14 yrs. & under
1737. Cloverleaf, 15 – 19 yrs
1738. Indiana Flag Race 14 yrs. & under
1739. Indiana Flag Race 15 - 19 yrs.
1740. Michigan Flag Race 14 yrs. & under
1741. Michigan Flag Race 15 yrs. - 19 yrs.
LUNCH BREAK (15 Minutes)
Section 437 – Performance Classes
Judged Monday following Speed Events
Horses & Ponies
Class 1742. Western/English Riding, 14 yrs. & under
1743. Western/English Riding, 15 – 19 yrs.
1744. Reining, 14 yrs. & under
1745. Reining, 15 – 19 yrs.
1746. Horse or Pony in Harness, all ages
Section 438 – Hunter Over Fences
Judged Monday following Performance Classes
Class
Exhibitors must wear a helmet.
1747. Over fences 14 yrs. & under
1748. Over fences 15-19 yrs.
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
Judged Wednesday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Section 439 – ......Showmanship
Registered & Grade - Horses & Ponies
Senior 16 – 19 yrs
– 13 yrs.
Beginner 9 – 11 yrs.
Section 440 – Champion Showmanship
A1 and A2 winners from Section 439 Champion winners compete in Overall Showmanship Friday at 1:00 p.m.
Class
Champion Senior Winner................................Blanket
Reserve Champion Senior Winner.................Plaque
Champion Intermediate Winner......................Blanket
Reserve Champion Intermediate Winner.......Plaque
Champion Junior Winner................................Blanket
Reserve Champion Junior Winner..................Plaque
Champion Beginner Winner............................Blanket
Reserve Champion Beginner Winner.............Plaque
Section 441 – Halter
Horses & Ponies
Class 1761. Two year old at halter
Yearling or foal at halter
BREAK (15 Minutes)
Section 442 – Contest Equitation
To enter this section exhibitor must have ridden in two (2) contest speed events. Pattern available at Exhibit Office
Class 1763. Contest Equitation, 14 yrs. & under.............................Blanket & 6 ribbons
Contest Equitation, 15–19 yrs.....................................Blanket & 6 ribbons
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1749.
1750.
1751.
1752.
Class
Intermediate 14 –15 yrs.
Junior 12
1754.
1755.
1756.
1757.
1758.
1759.
1760.
1753.
1762.
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Section 443 – Performance Classes
English Attire – Horses & Ponies
Class 1765. English Pleasure, Walk-Trot 9 yrs-19 yrs.
1766. English Pleasure, All Seats 9 – 11 yrs.
1767. English Pleasure, All Seats 12 – 13 yrs.
1768. English Pleasure, All Seats 14 – 15 yrs.
1769. English Pleasure, All Seats 16 – 19 yrs.
Section 444 – Equitation Classes
English Attire – Horses & Ponies
Class
1770. English Equitation, Walk-Trot 9 yrs.-19 yrs. Plaque & 6 ribbons
1771. English Equitation, All Seats 9-11 yrs........................Plaque & 6 ribbons
1772. English Equitation, All Seats 12-13 yrs......................Plaque & 6 ribbons
1773. English Equitation, All Seats 14-15 yrs.......................Plaque & 6 ribbons
1774. English Equitation, All Seats 16-19 yrs......................Plaque & 6 ribbons
30 MINUTE BREAK
Section 445 – Performance Classes
Western Attire – Horses & Ponies
Class
1775. Western Pleasure, Walk-Trot 9 yrs-19 yrs
1776. Western Pleasure 9-11 yrs.
1777. Western Pleasure 12-13 yrs.
1778. Western Pleasure 14-15 yrs.
1779. Western Pleasure 16-19 yrs.
Section 446 – Equitation Classes
Western Attire – Horses & Ponies
Class
1780. Western Equitation
Walk-Trot 9 yrs.-19 yrs....................Plaque & 6 ribbons
1781. Western Equitation 9-11 yrs.........................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
1782. Western Equitation 12-13 yrs.......................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
1783. Western Equitation
14-15 yrs.......................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
1784. Western Equitation
16-19 yrs.......................................Plaque & 6 ribbons
Section 448 – Champion Equitation
Horses & Ponies
First and Second Place winners from sections 444 & 446 excluding class 1769 and 1779 (walk-trot classes) (Judges pattern used)
Class 1785. Champion Horse & Pony Equitation Exhibitor, Beginner. 9-11 yrs............................................Blanket
1786. Champion Horse & Pony Equitation Exhibitor, Junior. 12-13 yrs..............................................Blanket
1787. Champion Horse & Pony Equitation Exhibitor, Intermediate. 14-15 yrs....................................Blanket
1788. Champion Horse & Pony Equitation Exhibitor, Senior. 16-19 yrs.............................................Blanket
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DEPARTMENT 22 YOUTH DOGS
DOG CARE
Judging is opening Sunday of fair. Showmanship begins at 1:00 p.m. followed by Obedience. Exhibitors may show only one dog per section except in obedience, where two dogs may be shown at different training levels. “A” classes are for exhibitors who have shown less than 3 years. “B” classes are for exhibitors who have shown 3 years or more or who have experience. No dog may be shown in any class if they are in season. If dog relieves themselves in ring during obedience they are disqualified. One exhibitor per animal. Copies of inoculations certificates MUST be attached to fair entry. Show will be judged under new AKC rules.
Section 460 – Junior Showmanship
Class PREMIUMS
1820. 9 thru 12 yrs. A
(sections 460, 461, 464)
1821. Best of Class A.......$4.00 9-12 yrs. A –Trophy B.......$3.00
1822. 9 thru 12 yrs. B C.......$2.00
1823. Best of Class 9-12 yrs B - Trophy
1824. 13 to 14 yrs A
1825. Best of Class 13 to 14 yrs. A – Trophy
1826. 13 to 14 yrs. B
1827. Best of Class 13 to 14 yrs. B - Trophy
1828. 15 thru 19 yrs. A
1829. Best of Class 15 thru 19 yrs. A - Trophy
1830. 15 thru 19 yrs. B
1831. Best of Class 15 thru 19 yrs. B - Trophy
1832. Junior Showmanship Champion Class (any exhibitor who has earned the champion title may not enter classes 1821, 1823, 1825, 1827, 1828, 1830) – Trophy
1833. Overall Junior Showmanship Champion – Plaque
1834. Overall Reserve Junior Showmanship Champion – Plaque
Section 461 – Dog Obedience
Section 465 - Overall Dog Exhibitor
Based on Showmanship, Obedience, Workbook & Poster Placings
Brace, Rally, Costume and Obstacle Course classes do not count toward Overall Champion.
Class
1856. Highest Combined Score of the day.........Plaque
Section 468 – Educational Exhibit
Judged opening Sunday of fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
To encourage youth to explore animal science.
Class PREMIUMS
1857. Educational exhibit A......$3.00 or poster & workbook B.......$2.00 relating to some phase C......$1.00 of dog care project. (history, care, training, grooming, feeding or research papers).
DEPARTMENT 24 CATS
Judged Friday of fair beginning at 9:00 a.m. Copies of inoculation certificates MUST be attached to fair entry form. Cats must be 4 months of age or older to be shown. No cat that is obviously pregnant or has a litter may be exhibited. Cats must be shown with harness and leash.
Section 470 – Showmanship
Champions will be selected from A award winners. Class PREMIUMS
1865. Senior Class 15-19 yrs. (sections 470 thru 472)
1866. Champion Senior – Rosette A.......$4.00
1867. Reserve Champion Senior B.......$3.00 – Rosette C.......$2.00
1868. Intermediate Class 12–14 yrs
1869. Champion Intermediate – Rosette
1870. Reserve Champion Intermediate – Rosette
Class
1836. Sub Novice A
1837. Sub Novice B
1838. Novice A
1839. Novice B
1840. Graduate Novice A
1841. Graduate Novice B
1842. Advanced Graduate Novice A
1843. Advanced Graduate Novice B
1844. Rally — Novice
1845. Brace (2 dogs, 1 handler Novice Exercise)
1846. Team Class (4 dogs, 4 handlers, Novice Exercise)
Section 462 – Dog Obedience Champions
Class
1850. Obedience High Point Sub Novice – Plaque
1851. Obedience High Point Novice thru Utility – Plaque
Section 464 – Obstacle & Costume
To encourage youth to explore and experience handling skills. Not counted towards High Score of the Day.
Class
1852. Obstacle Course
1853. Hi Point Obstacle - Plaque
1854. Costume (Handler & Dog in Costume)
1855. Best of Show Costume – Rosette
1871. Junior Class 9 – 11 yrs.
1872. Champion Junior – Rosette
1873. Reserve Champion Junior – Rosette
Section 471 – Decorated Cages
To encourage youth to develop creative skills Exhibitors furnish their own cages. Class
1877. Senior Class
1878. Best of Show Senior – Rosette
1879. Intermediate Class
1880. Best of Show Intermediate - Rosette
1881. Junior Class
1882. Best of Show Junior – Rosette
Section 472 - Presentation
To encourage youth to explore animal science
Class 1885. Oral Presentation with notebook related to project. Notebook brought morning of show.
Section 473 – Overall Cat Exhibitor
Scored from score sheets for Showmanship, Decorated Cages and Presentation. Class 1887. Best Overall Cat Exhibitor - Plaque
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DEPARTMENT 39
YOUTH MISCELLANEOUS LIVESTOCK PROJECTS Herdsmanship
To encourage youth to develop leadership skills. Herdsmanship will be judged on:
1. Percentage of group exhibiting.
2. Appearance of club area.
3. Quality and appearance of exhibits.
4. General conduct and attitude of the exhibitors while in attendance at the Fair.
Entry to be made by leader of club
Section 475 – Horse & Pony Herdsmanship
Class A B C 1889. Horse Groups $10.00 $9.00 $8.00
Section 476 – Small Animal Herdsmanship
Class A B C 1890. Small Animal Clubs $9.00 $6.00 $4.00
Section
477 –
Livestock Herdsmanship
Class A B C 1891. Livestock Groups $10.00 $7.00 $5.00
Section 478 – Small Animal
Overall Showmanship
Judged Thursday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Section 481
Livestock & Small Animal Awards
Cash awards will be provided by the Kiwanis Club Times of judging will be posted at the Fair Exhibit Office
A first place award of $20.00 and a second place award of $15.00 will be awarded to each class. Project will consist of two components; record-keeping and interview. Details are available at the Extension Office and the Fair Exhibit Office. Exhibitor must be signed up in project area entered. Records must be turned into the Fair Exhibit Office by 6:00 p.m. opening Sunday of Fair.
Beef/Dairy Record Keeping Poultry Record Keeping Class Class
1908. Seniors 16-19 yrs 1924. Seniors 16- 19 yrs.
1909. Intermediates 14-15 yrs. 1925. Intermediates 14-15 yrs.
1910. Juniors 12-13 yrs. 1926. Juniors 12-13 yrs.
1911. Beginners 9-11 yrs. 1927. Beginners 9-11 yrs.
Sheep Record Keeping Rabbit Record Keeping Class Class
1912. Seniors 16-19 yrs. 1928. Seniors 16-19 yrs.
1913. Intermediates 14-15 yrs. 1929. Intermediates 14-15 yrs.
1914. Juniors 12-13 yrs. 1930. Juniors 12-13 yrs.
1915. Beginners 9-11 yrs. 1931. Beginners 9-11 yrs.
Swine Record Keeping Cavy Record Keeping Class Class
1916. Seniors 16-19 yrs. 1932. Seniors 16-19 yrs.
1917. Intermediates 14-15 yrs. 1933. Intermediates 14-15 yrs.
Class
1895. Senior 15-19 yrs................................................Plaque
1896. Intermediate 12-14 yrs......................................Plaque
1897. Junior 9-11 yrs...................................................Plaque
Section 480 – Overall Large Animal Showmanship
Judged Thursday beginning at 8:00 a.m. Overall will start at 8:00 a.m. at the horse arena, move to the Swine barn and then the Glover arena. Participant meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday evening at the horse arena, unless otherwise posted in the window of the Youth Exhibit Office. Youth who receive Champion Showman with more than one species, must select one species to participate in the Overall Showmanship, the Reserve Showman will participate with the species not selected. Midland County Fire Chiefs will award the Senior Showman $150.00 in memory of Fritz Bobalek. The first place Intermediate, Junior & Beginner showman will each receive a $50.00 award in memory of Todd Myers.
Class
1900. First Place Senior................................................Plaque
1901. Second Place Senior..........................................Plaque
1902. First Place Intermediate......................................Plaque
1903. Second Place Intermediate................................Plaque
1904. First Place Junior.................................................Plaque
1905. Second Place Junior...........................................Plaque
1906. First Place Beginner............................................Plaque
1907. Second Place Beginner......................................Plaque
1918. Juniors 12-13 yrs. 1934. Juniors 12-13 yrs.
1919. Beginners 9-11 yrs. 1935. Beginners 9-11 yrs.
Goat Record Keeping Class
1920. Seniors 16- 19 yrs.
1921. Intermediates 14-15 yrs.
1922. Juniors 12-13 yrs.
1923. Beginners 9-11 yrs.
Section 482 – Animal Science Awards
Judged Sunday from 9:00 – 2:00 p.m. To encourage youth to explore various animal sciences. Exhibit Educational Exhibit or Poster & Workbook relating to one or more phases of project selected (care, history, training, grooming, feeding, diseases, etc.). Exhibitor limited to one entry per class. Must be a separate entry, cannot use entries from other fair classes. Margaret Wegner will furnish a $50.00 award to the Best of Show winner. Class PREMIUMS
1936. Exhibit pertaining A........$3.00 to Horse & Pony project. B........$2.00
1937. Exhibit pertaining to C........$1.00 Livestock project
1938. Exhibit pertaining to Poultry project (ducks geese, turkeys, pigeons, etc.)
1939. Exhibit pertaining to Rabbit project
1940. Exhibit pertaining to Cavy project
1941. Exhibit pertaining to Goat project
1942. Exhibit pertaining to Dog project
1943. Exhibit pertaining to Cat project
1944. Exhibit relating to any other animal project
1945. Best of Show.....................Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 60 YOUTH NEEDLEWORK
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Except Style Show which is judged Thursday at 12:30 p.m.
Junior Member -10 yrs. & under, Intermediate Member 11-13 yrs. Senior Member 14 – 19 yrs.
Section 490 – Clothing
Section 491 – Knitted or Crocheted Article
Section 495 – Buymanship
Exhibitors are limited to 3 entries in this section Exhibit a complete outfit (purchased or handmade) including shoes and accessories with “Looking Great” form filled out (Extension & fair Exhibit Office have copies available) and an educational activity. The educational activity for Junior exhibitor can be a poster related to outfit entered. The educational exhibit activity for Intermediate and Senior exhibitors can be a notebook related to Buymanship. The notebook needs to contain all years of Buymanship projects.
PREMIUMS
Class A B C
1969. Junior Exhibitor $3.00 $2.50 $2.00
1970. Best of Show Jr. Exhibitor................$5.00 & Rosette
1971. Intermediate Exhibitor $3.50 $3.00 $2.50
1972. Best of Show Inter. Exhibitor............$5.00 & Rosette
1973. Senior Exhibitor $4.00 $3.50 $3.00
1974. Best of Show Sr. Exhibitor................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 496 – Creative Clothing
Exhibitors are limited to 5 entries in this section No tie dye entries in this section
PREMIUMS
Class A B C
1975. Junior Exhibitor $2.00 $1.50 $1.00
1976. Best of Show Jr. Exhibitor................$5.00 & Rosette
1977. Intermediate Exhibitor $2.50 $2.00 $1.00
1978. Best of Show Inter. Exhibitor............$5.00 & Rosette
1979. Senior Exhibitor $3.00 $2.00 $1.00
1980. Best of Show Sr. Exhibitor................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 492 – Non-Clothing Article
Section 497 – Personal Appearance Awards
DO NOT ENTER
Cash awards furnished by the Kiwanis Club
Section 493 – Personal Improvement
To encourage youth to explore opportunities for their personal development
Section 494 – Tie Dye
Exhibitors are limited to 2 articles per class
and Rosette
Class
1981. Top Junior Model................................................$30.00
1982. Top Intermediate Model.....................................$30.00 1983. Top Senior Model...............................................$30.00
Section 498 – Style Show
Judged Thursday at 12:30 p.m.
To encourage youth to experience individual personal accomplishments. This is an opportunity that offers exhibitors an opportunity to style one project that is also entered in section 490, 495 or 496. ALL GARMENTS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE ORIGINAL DISPLAY AREA FOLLOWING THE STYLE SHOW. A written description should be on a separate piece of paper and must be submitted with fair entry.
1964. Intermediate Exhibitor
1965. Best of Show……………$5.00 and Rosette
1966. Senior Exhibitor
1967. Best of Show……………$5.00 and Rosette
Class
PREMIUMS
1984. Junior Exhibitor A........$3.00
1985. Intermediate Exhibitor B........$2.50
1986. Senior Exhibitor C........$2.00
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Class PREMIUMS A B C 1948. Junior Exhibitor. $3.00 $2.50 $2.00 1949. Best of Show, Jr. Exhibitor...................$5.00 & Rosette 1950. Intermediate Exhibitor $3.50 $3.00 $2.50 1951. Best of Show, Inter. Exhibitor...............$5.00 & Rosette 1952. Senior Exhibitor $4.00 $3.50 $3.00 1953. Best of Show Sr. Exhibitor...................$5.00 & Rosette
PREMIUMS
Class A B C 1954. Junior, exhibit 1 article $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 1955. Intermediate, exhibit 1 article $2.50 $2.00 $1.00 1956. Senior, exhibit 1 article $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 1957. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
(sections 491)
Class PREMIUMS 1958. Knitted, non-clothing A.......$3.00 1959. Crocheting, non-clothing B.......$2.00 1960. Best of Show - $5.00 & Rosette C.......$1.00
Class A.....$1.75 1961. Exhibit Poster or articles made B.....$1.50 relating to project chosen. C. ...$1.00
Class 1962.
Junior Exhibitor 1963. Best of Show……………$5.00
YOUTH
Section 499 – Home Arts
Only one exhibit per class. Exhibitor is limited to 5 exhibits in this section. Must be sewn article either by hand or machine.
Class PREMIUMS
1987. Stuffed Animals (sections 499 thru 506)
1988. Dolls & Clothes A.......$3.00
1989. Purses B.......$2.00
1990. Pillows (not needlework C.......$1.00 or macramé)
1991. Wall Hangings
1992. Holiday Items
1993. Stenciling (sewn kinds)
1994. Others (Cannot fit in 1987-1993)
1995. Best of Show....................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 500 – Fleece Articles
Junior Exhibitors, 10 yrs. & under Exhibitors are limited to 5 exhibits in Fleece sections. Articles can be tied or sewn, but must be made out of fleece material.
Class
1996. Fleece blanket
1997. Fleece pillow
1998. Fleece hat or scarf
1999. Fleece mittens or slippers
2000. Fleece clothing
2001. Fleece, other (Cannot fit in 1996-2000)
2002. Best of Show....................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 501 – Fleece Articles
Intermediate Exhibitors, 11 to 13 yrs. Same classes as Section 500
Section 502 – Fleece Articles
Senior Exhibitors, 14 to 19 yrs. Same classes as Section 500
Section 504 – Quilting
Only one exhibit per class, exhibitor is limited to 5 exhibits in this section.
Section 505 – Needlework
Only one exhibit per class, exhibitor is limited to 5 exhibits in this section.
Class
2018. Counted Cross Stitch
2019. Crewel
2020. Needlepoint
2021. Punch Needle
2022. Latch Hook
2023. Embroidery (Stamped)
2024. Candlewicking
2025. Chicken Scratch (Teneriffe)
2026. Swedish Weaving
2027. Lace Net Darning
2028. Others (Cannot fit in 2018-2027)
2029. Best of Show....................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 506 – Home Design
Only one entry in this section. Notebooks or poster that are self explanatory. This section is to encourage youth to explore creative home decorating.
Class
2030. Educational exhibit (showing furniture arrangement, home accessories, storage space, study center plans, etc.)
Class
2010. Quilted Potholder
2011. Quilted Clothing (vest, etc.)
2012. Quilts for Bed (machine pieced & quilted)
2013. Quilted Wall Hangings
2014. Quilted Pillow
2015. Quilted Holiday Item
2016. Other Quilted Item (machine pieced & quilted)
2017. Best of Show....................................$5.00 & Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 61
YOUTH CULINARY ARTS
FOOD, NUTRITION, FITNESS
Judged Sunday of fair between 9:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
All exhibitors must show a result of their exhibitor’s goals in this project area. Every exhibit must include a 3” x 5” card or folder explaining (a) reason for exhibit (goal) (b) what was done (c) what was learned.
Recipe must accompany exhibit if a prepared food is included. Exhibitor must bring entire cake, pie, main dish, etc. A portion will be cut by the judge. Educational exhibit may be a poster 11” x 14” or display box of three dimensional exhibit not larger than 14” H x 12” W x 12” L in total. Exhibits released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. & 12 noon.
PREMIUMS
Exhibitor limited to 2 classes per (sections 508 thru 513) Section in sections 508, 509 & 510
A....$2.50
B....$2.00
C....$1.50
Section 508 – Basic Food and Nutrition
Class
2050. Collection of Family Recipes. Include food from 5 food groups
2051. Physical Fitness. Explain (a) how an activity or exercise has made you more fit or (b) a nutrition tip for people involved in sport.
2052. Good Nutrition. Show the 5 food groups necessary for good health.
2053. Microwave Cooking. Display a project cooked in the microwave. Tell how it is different from one baked in a conventional oven.
2054. Functions of a nutrient. Show the importance of one nutrient and analyze the major source of that nutrient in an individual’s diet.
2055. Compare nutrient needs. Explain how and why the food needs of two individuals may be different.
2056. Related exhibit. Not fitting Class 2050 thru 2055. 2057. Best of Show.................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 509 – Food Preparation
Section 510 – Consumer Behavior and Food Service
Class
2058. Substitutions in baked product. Compare the quality of a baked product made with and without substitutes for one or more ingredients.
2059. Function of ingredients. Feature a baked product and describe the function of some of the ingredients.
2060. Function of steps in baking. Describe the importance of some of the steps in making the baked product.
2061. Conventional vs. other methods. Compare quality and time to bake a product in a conventional oven with another method (microwave, camp cooking, etc.).
2062. Foreign, regional cultural product. Prepare the food product with a description of its origin and recipe.
2063. Related exhibit. Not fitting in Class 2058 thru 2062.
2064. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Class
2065. Nutritious snack for less than $.25 per serving. Show cost of ingredients.
2066. Label and cost information. Compare nutrition information on labels and cost information per serving of two similar food items.
2067. Convenience food vs. home prepared counterpart. Compare the cost and quality of these. Include recipe for home prepared item.
2068. Restaurant meal. Compare cost of purchased meal with a similar home prepared meal.
2069. Fast food meal. Show nutritious menus for a day which includes one fast food meal.
2070. Place setting. Devise an attractive setting for a special meal. Provide an explanation for choice of food as well.
2071. Related exhibit. Not fitting class 2065 thru 2070.
2072. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 511 – Baked Product
Only one exhibit per class. Exhibitors are limited to 3 exhibits in this section Juniors – 10 yrs. & under
Class
2073. Cakes
2074. Breads, Sweet
2075. Breads, Yeast
2076. Pies
2077. Brownies (3)
2078. Cupcakes (3)
2079. Nutritious Snack (do not frost)
2080. Dropped Cookies (3)
2081. Cut Out Cookies (3)
2082. Non-Bake Cookies (3)
2083. Other (cannot fit in class 2073 thru 2082)
2084. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 512
Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs.
Same classes and limits as section 511
Section 513
Seniors 14 to 19 yrs. Same classes and limits as section 511
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Section 514 – Cake Decorating
A notebook must accompany exhibit. PREMIUMS
It must be added to each year that the (sections 514 & 515) exhibitor enters in section 514. Judged A..........$3.00 on design only, cake not required. Base B..........$2.00 may be false. To encourage youth to C..........$1.50 explore creative foods. One exhibit per section.
Class 2085. Novice Decorated cake using beginner techniques. 2086. Best of Show Novice......................$5.00 and Rosette 2087. Intermediate Decorated cake showing more advanced work than previous years.
2088. Best of Show Intermediate.............$5.00 and Rosette 2089. Advanced Decorated cake showing more advanced work than previous years.
2090. Best of Show Advanced.................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 515 – Gingerbread Houses
A notebook must accompany exhibit. It must be added to each year that the exhibitor enters in section 515. To encourage youth to explore creative foods. One exhibit per section.
Class 2091. Novice Gingerbread House using beginner techniques.
2092. Best of Show Novice.......................$5.00 and Rosette 2093. Intermediate Gingerbread House using more advanced work then previous years.
2094. Best of Show Intermediate..............$5.00 and Rosette
2095. Advanced Gingerbread House using more advanced work than previous years.
2096. Best of Show Advanced..................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 516 – Candy Making
Limit one entry per section
Brittle (peanut, toffee, almond)
Molded Chocolate
(solid or filled centers) 2103. Pulled (salt water or molasses taffy) 2104. Poured (layered candy) 2105. Molded (hollow)
2106. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 518 – Outdoor Meals
To encourage youth to explore alternate food preparation.
Limit one entry per section.
2107. Packed picnic basket A.......$3.00 with menu, omit food. B.......$2.00
Method of food storage C.......$1.00 must be explained.
2108. One piece of homemade equipment to use on a campfire (buddy burner, charcoal stove, box oven, etc.).
2109. A notebook or poster providing information related to outdoor meals.
2110. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
FOOD PRESERVATION
One entry per section
Section 519 – Canning
All canned good must be correctly processed. Low acid vegetables and meats must be pressure canned. Fruits, pickled products, tomatoes, jams and jellies must be water bath canned. Jars should be exhibited with both lid and band on. Label all exhibits with contents and dates.
Class PREMIUMS
2111. 3 jars of 3 different fruits (sections 519 thru 521) or vegetables, may be mixed. A.......$2.00
2112. 3 jars of 3 different jams or jellies. B.......$1.75
2113. 2 different pickles and 1 relish. C.......$1.50
2114. 3 jars of meat – 3 different kinds
2115. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 520 – Freezing
Plastic containers must be uniform, each one labeled. Total exhibit must be in a plastic bag and fastened. Poster showing equipment used and steps followed must accompany project. The food entry should be taken home the day of judging, in place of the frozen entry the exhibitor must leave the poster and a photo or a drawing of the food exhibit removed.
Class
2116. Novice – 3 packages, 3 different fruits or 3 different freezer jams and jellies.
2117. Intermediate – 3 packages, 3 different vegetables.
2118. Advanced – a variety of 3 prepared main dishes labeled with directions for baking or reheating.
2119. Best of Show....................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 521 – Food Drying
All herbs must be intended for cooking purposes and be removed from stem. There must be at least 1⁄2 cup of dried product. Exhibit must be labeled with contents & date.
Class
2120. Novice – 1 jar of dried fruit or vegetable.
2121. Intermediate – 1 jar of dried fruit or vegetable.
2122. Advanced – 3 jars of 3 different dried products (1 jar each of fruit, meat and vegetable).
2123. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
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A.........$2.50 2101.
B.........$2.00 2102.
C.........$1.50
Beaten (fudge, penuche, divinity)
Class PREMIUMS
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DEPARTMENT 62
YOUTH FINE ARTS
To encourage youth to develop artistic skills. Judged Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Exhibits released Sunday following fair from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon only one entry per class in sections 523 thru 532
Section
523 – Music
Class PREMIUMS
2130. Composition, exhibit words (sections 523 thru 532) or music on A..........$2.00
11” x 14” poster B..........$1.50
C..........$1.00
2131. Special Arrangements, exhibit music on 11” x 14” poster
2132. Music Notebook & Educational exhibit or poster
2133. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 524 – Drawing and Painting
Must be substantially matted or mounted Juniors 10 yrs. & under
Class 2134. Pencil
2135. Charcoal 2136. Pastel, Chalk
2137. Acrylic 2138. Oil Painting
2139. Water Color
2140. Ink, Scratch Board
2141. Other (Cannot fit in 2134 through 2140)
2142. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 525 – Drawing & Painting
Intermediates 11 to 13 years (same classes as section 524)
Section 526 – Drawing & Painting
Seniors 14 to 19 yrs. (same classes as section 524)
Section
527 – Creative Writing
To encourage youth to develop language and writing skills
Juniors 10 yrs. & under
Section 530 – 3 Dimensional Fine Arts
Juniors 10 yrs. & under
Class
2146. Clay (hand built or wheel thrown)
2147. Sculpture (carved or constructed)
2148. Weaving, original
2149. Best of Show..........................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 531 – 3 Dimensional Fine Arts
Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs. (same classes as section 530)
Section 532 – 3 Dimensional Fine Arts
Seniors 14 to 19 yrs. (same classes as section 530)
Class
2143. Poetry, exhibit poem on 11” x 14” poster
2144. Prose, exhibit short story on 11” x 14” poster
2145. Best of Show..........................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 528
Creative Writing
Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs. (same classes as section 527)
Section 529 – Creative Writing
Seniors 14 – 19 yrs. (same classes as section 527)
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DEPARTMENT 63
YOUTH FOLK ARTS
Folk arts released Sunday following fair from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon
Section 540 -Woodworking
(No projects pre-assembled or from kits) Judged Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Woodworking gift certificates are sponsored by Home Builders Association of Midland PREMIUMS
Class A B C
2160. Junior 10 yrs. & under $3.00 $2.00 $1.00
(exhibit articles made)
2161. Best of Show Junior.......................$5.00 and Rosette
2162. Intermediate 11–13 yrs. $3.50 $2.50 $1.50 1 article
2163. Best of Show Intermediate.............$5.00 and Rosette
2164. Senior 14-19 yrs. 1 article $4.00 $3.00 $2.00
2165. Best of Show Senior......................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 541 – Caning
(Caned article must be completed with refinished furniture)
Class A B C
2166. Exhibit article caned $3.00 $2.00 $1.50 2167. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 542 – Refinishing of Furniture
(exhibit article refinished)
Class A B C
2168. Junior 10 yrs. & under $3.00 $2.00 $1.50
2169. Intermediate 11-13 yrs.
2170. Senior 14-19 yrs. 2171. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 543 – Upholstery
Class A B C 2172. Display article upholstered $3.00 $2.00 $1.50 2173. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 544 – Collective Hobbies
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Collections must be added to annually and must have at least one half of exhibit new. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in this section. Each entry must have card attached to explain about your collection.
Class PREMIUMS
2174. Coins A.........$3.00
2175. Stamps B.........$2.00
2176. Shells C.........$1.00
2177. Others (not more than 10 articles)
2178. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 545 – Leathercraft
Judged Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Class PREMIUMS
2180. Junior 10 yrs. & under A B C
(1 or more articles) $3.00 $2.00 $1.00
2181. Intermediate 11-13 yrs.
(1 article) $3.50 $2.50 $1.50
2182. Senior 14-19 yrs.
(1 article) $4.00 $3.00 $2.00
2183. Best of Show....................................$5.00 and Rosette
550 – Creative Crafts
Junior 10 years and under
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a. to 2:00 p.m.
Classes 2187, 2194 & 2198 encourage youth to explore the artistic use of materials. Projects must have hangers on back if it hangs on the wall. Only one exhibit per class, except other. Exhibitors are limited to a total of 5 Creative Crafts. Class
2184. Sculpture, paper mache, bread dough, etc.
2185. Carving, wood, soap, PREMIUMS styrofoam, etc. (sections 550 thru 560)
2186. Plaster Crafts A.....$3.00
2187. Metal Crafts, B......$2.00 tin punch, copper C......$1.00 tooling, etc.
2188. Pictures, Paint by Number
2189. String Art (kites, macrame, etc.)
2190. Pom-Pom Crafts, Felt Crafts
2191. Candle
2192. Basketry (includes Woven Mats)
2193. Flowers, paper, dip glaze, silk flowers, dried flowers)
2194. Jewelry
2195. Scrap or Throw Away Crafts
2196. Models from Kits
2197. Stenciling (not sewn)
2198. Sand Art
2199. Country Painting (oil, acrylic, wood, tin, paper, etc.)
2200. Wood Burning
2201. Wreaths (not holiday)
2202. Paper Craft
2203. Stained Glass
2204. Other (cannot fit in class 2184 thru 2203)
2205. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 551 – Creative Crafts Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs. (same classes as section 550)
Section 552 – Creative Crafts Seniors 14 to 19 years. (same classes as section 550)
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Section 553 – Holiday Crafts
Juniors 10 years and under
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
To encourage youth to expand their knowledge of artistic use of materials. Only one exhibit per class, accept Other. Exhibitors limited to a total of 5 Holiday Crafts.
Class 2207. Wood Items (painted, decorated, etc.)
2208. Wreaths (pine cone, grapevine, cloth, etc.)
2209. Ornaments
2210. Angels and Dolls
2211. Centerpieces (not floral)
2212. Wall Hangings (not wreaths)
2213. Trees (pine cone, grapevine, novelty)
2214. Gift Wrapping (creative)
2215. Paper Craft
2216. Other (cannot fit in Class 2207 thru 2215)
2217. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 554 – Holiday Crafts
Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs. (same classes as section 553)
Section 555 – Holiday Crafts
Seniors 14 – 19 yrs. (same classes as section 553)
Section 556 – Ceramics – Stained
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Only one entry in this section using a stain process for finished ceramics.
Class 2220. Junior, 10 yrs. & under (exhibit article made)
2221. Intermediate 11-13 yrs. (exhibit article made)
2222. Senior 14-19 yrs. (exhibit article made
2223. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 557 – Ceramics – Glazed
Only one entry in this section with glaze or undercoat technique.
Class 2224. Junior 10 yrs. & under (exhibit article made) 2225. Intermediate 11-13 yrs. (exhibit article made)
2226. Senior 14-19 yrs. (exhibit article made)
2227. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 558 – Ceramics – Air Brushing
Class
(only one entry in this section)
2228. Junior 10 yrs. & under (exhibit article made)
2229. Intermediate 11-13 yrs. (exhibit article made) 2230. Senior 14-19 yrs. (exhibit article made)
2231. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 560 – Pioneer Arts & Crafts
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
All exhibits in this division must have card attached indicating how long exhibitor has been spinning, weaving, etc. as well as age and a brief description of materials and procedures used in constructing project. One entry allowed per class.
Class
2232. Hand Spun Wool
2233. Hand Spun Yarn
2234. Woven Garment (clothing article, using 100% hand spun yarn)
2235. Woven Non-Garment (using 100% hand spun yarn)
2236. Knitted Project, using hand spun yarn
2237. Crocheted Project, using hand spun yarn
2238. Hand Sewn article
2239. Home decoration made from natural materials (pinecones, reeds, etc.)
2240. Hand made soap
2241. Hand made laundry soap
2242. Hand Dipped Candles
2243. Best of Show...................................$5.00 and Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 64
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPHY
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All photographs must have been taken since the previous fair and must be the exhibitor’s own photo. You may not reproduce someone else’s photo. Dry mount photographs on mat board cut appropriately to create an image of a frame around the photo which will allow all edges of the photo to be visible. Size and color of the mat should be appropriate for the photo being mounted. Do not cut a frame out of the mat and place photograph behind the cut frame. Precut mats and foam board are not appropriate matting materials. Mat board may not exceed 16” x 20” for sections 565 thru 567. Mat board should not exceed 11” x 14” for sections 568 thru 573. Photos may be mounted either horizontally or vertically. Do not frame photos. No lettering on front of mount. Exhibitors are limited to one entry per class in sections 565,566, & 567 and are limited to 5 entries per section in sections 568 thru 573. Any type of camera may be used to take photographs. Photos should not be edited or digitally enhanced unless entered under class 2271, Special Effects.
Section 565 – Four Prints
Juniors 10 yrs. & under
Class PREMIUMS
2260. Color (4 prints)
(sections 565 thru 573)
2261. Black & White (4 prints) A............$3.00
2262. Best of Show....$5.00 & Rosette B............$2.00 C............$1.00
Section 566 – Four Prints
Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs.
(same classes as section 565)
Section 567 – Four Prints
Seniors 14 to 19 yrs.
(same classes as section 565)
Section 568 - Single Enlargement – Color
Class
Photo size 5” x 7” or 8” x 10”
Juniors 10 yrs. & Under
2263. Scenic/Landscape
2264. Birds, Fish or Animals
2265. People
2266. Human Interest
2267. Sports & Recreation
2268. Night Scenes
2269. Still Life
2270. Abstracts
2271. Special Effects (Includes photoshopping)
2272. Other (cannot fit in classes 2263 thru 2271.)
2273. Best of Show..................................$5.00 and Rosette
Section 569 – Single Enlargement – Color
Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs.
(same classes as section 568)
Section 570 – Single Enlargement- Color
Seniors 14 to 19 yrs.
(same classes as section 568)
Section 571 – Single Enlargement – Black & White
Juniors 10 yrs. & under (same classes as section 568)
Section 572 – Single Enlargement – Black & White
Intermediates 11 to 13 yrs. (same classes as section 568)
Section 573 – Single Enlargement Black & White
Seniors 14 to 19 yrs. (same classes as Section 568)
Section 574 – Memory Pages
To encourage youth to express themselves in innovative way. Three or more pages of photos mounted and displayed in a creative manner.
PREMIUMS
Class A......$5.00 B....$4.00 C.....$3.00
2280. Junior Exhibitor
2281. Best of Show Junior Exhibitor.............$5.00 & Rosette
2282. Intermediate Exhibitor
2283. Best of Show Intermediate Exhibitor...........$5.00 & Rosette
2284. Senior Exhibitor
2285. Best of Show Senior Exhibitor............$5.00 & Rosette
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Judged opening Sunday of fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. except Beekeeping which is judged Sunday from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m.
Exhibits released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. & 12 noon. Only one entry per class in Sections 580 thru 582.
Section 580 – Crops
Class PREMIUMS
2290. Wheat, 1 peck any variety (sections 580 thru 582)
2291. Oats, 1 peck, any variety A.........$2.00
2292. Barley, 1 peck, any variety B.........$1.50
2293. Rye, 1 peck, any variety C.........$1.00
2294. Corn, 10 ears, any variety (from previous year.)
2295. Sunflower, head
2296. Any other not listed above
2297. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 581 – Field Crops other than Grains
Class 2299. Navy Beans, 1 peck, any variety (from previous year’s crop).
2300. Soy Beans, 1 peck, any variety (from previous year’s crop).
2301. Navy Beans, 6 vines, pods attached.
2302. Soy Beans, 6 vines, pods attached.
2303. Sugar Beets, 6 beets, remove tops.
2304. Potatoes, 1 peck, any variety.
2305. Three corn stalks (ears attached, roots removed).
2306. Colored Beans, 1 peck, any variety (from previous year’s crop).
2307. Colored Beans, 6 vines, pods attached.
2308. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 582 – Crop Science
To encourage youth to explore the science of agriculture.
Class 2310. Educational exhibit showing experiments on crop production, or other educational activities.
2311. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 585 – Beekeeping
Judged Sunday from noon until 2:00 p.m.
Class PREMIUMS
2312. Two one-pound jars of (sections 585, 586) extracted honey A.......$3.00
2313. Two sections of cut comb honey B.......$2.00
2314. Two sections of other comb honey C.......$1.00
2315. One pound wax
2316. Beekeeping – Mounted flowers and leaves of honey plants on a 14” x 22 “ bristol board panel (use 10 or more flowers)
2317. Best of Show Honey...........................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 586 – Maple Syrup
Class
2320. One pint Maple Syrup, light
2321. One pint Maple Syrup, dark
2322. Best of Show Maple Syrup.................$5.00 & Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 67
YOUTH FLORICULTURE
Judged Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon
Exhibits brought in Thursday during judging time. Floriculture released Sunday following fair from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Between sections 600, 601 and 602 exhibitors are limited to only 10 displays. Only one per class.
Section 600 – Annuals
Class PREMIUMS
2400. Aster, 3 blossoms (sections 600, 601, 602)
2401. Ageratum, 3 stems A.......$2.00
2402. Calendula, 3 stems B.......$1.50
2403. Celosia (Cockscomb), C.......$1.00 2 stems
2404. Cleome (spider plant), 3 stems
2405. Cosmos, 3 stems
2406. Sunflower, 1 stem
2407. Marigold, 3 blossoms
2408. Nasturtium, 3 blossoms
2409. Petunias, 3 stems
2410. Impatiens, 3 stems
2411. Salvia, 3 spikes
2412. Snapdragon, 3 stems
2413. Verbena, 3 stems
2414. Viola (Pansy, 3 blossoms
2415. Zinnia (large), 3 blossoms
2416. Zinnia (small), 6 blossoms
2417. Wax Begonias, 3 stems
2418. Any Other Annual, 3 stems & foliage (cannot fit in classes 2400 thru 2417)
2419. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 601 – Hardy Herbaceous Perennials
Class
2430. Chrysanthemums, 3 sprays
2431. Daisy, Shasta, 3 stems
2432. Gaillardia (Blanket Flowers), 3 stems
2433. Hollyhocks, 3 stems
2434. Hemerocallis (Day Lily), 2 spikes
2435. Phlox (one color), 3 spikes
2436. Hibiscus, 1 bloom
2437. Columbine, 3 stems
2438. Coreopsis, 3 stems
2439. Dianthus, 3 stems
2440. Coneflower, 3 stems
2441. Hosta, 3 stems
2442. Balloon Flower, 3 stems
2443. Black-eyed Susans, 3 stems
2444. Lambs-ear, 2 stems with foliage
2445. Butterfly Bush, 3 stems
2446. Rose, 1 stem & foliage
2447. Any Others, 2 stems & foliage (cannot fit in classes 2430 thru 2446)
2448. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 602– Lilies, Dahlias, Gladiolus & Tuberous-rooted Begonias
Class 2452. Lily, 1 spike
2453. Dahlia, 1 or 2 blooms
2454. Gladiolus (all varieties)
2455. Tuberous-rooted Begonias, 1 bloom
2456. Others (cannot fit in classes 2452 thru 2455)
2457. Best of Show............................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 604 – Bouquets
(only one entry per class)
Class
2472. Bouquet annuals (5 or more varieties of annuals appropriately displayed)
2473. Bouquet perennials (5 or more varieties of perennials appropriately displayed)
2474. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 605 – Arrangements (only one entry per class)
Class
2476. Dining Table
2477. Buffet or Mantle
2478. Tints & Tones
2479. Dried
2480. Holiday
2481. Miniature (6” & under)
2482. Silk
2483. Unusual or Toy Container
2484. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 606 – Corsages (only one entry per class)
Class
2486. Dried
2487. Live
2488. Silk
2489. Holiday
2490. Best of Show.......................................$5.00 & Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 68
YOUTH HORTICULTURE
Judged opening Sunday of fair 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Exhibits released Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. or can be left at discretion of exhibitor. Exhibit to consist of vegetables. Filler may be used to bring vegetables to top of container.
Section 612 – Garden & Horticultural Products
(container of your choice)
Class PREMIUMS
2520. Beginner – 6 or more varieties. A........$4.00
2521. Junior – 8 or more varieties, B........$3.00
2522. Advanced – 10 or more varieties. C........$2.00
2523. Best of Show.....................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 613 – Vegetable & Garden Crops
Exhibitors limited to a total of 5 entries in Section 613. Only one entry per class except other.
Class PREMIUMS
2524. Five carrots (remove tops) A......$2.00
2525. Five cucumbers (pickling or slicers) B.......$1.50
2526. Five tomatoes (ripe or green) C.......$1.00
2527. Five peppers.
2528. Five beets (remove tops)
2529. Five onions
2530. Five ears sweet corn
2531. Twelve small tomatoes (cherry, etc., must all be same variety)
2532. Twelve beans (green, yellow or lima)
2533. Pumpkin
2534. Potatoes (5)
2535. Cabbage
2536. Squash
2537. Any Other Vegetable (Cannot fit in 2524 through 2536) 2538. Best of Show.....................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 614 – Summer Squash Exhibit
Exhibitors limited to 1 entry per class in Section 614. Class PREMIUMS
2540. Judged on number A...$3.00 B $2.00 C $1.00 of varieties, quality and attractiveness of exhibit 2541. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 615 – Ornamental Exhibit
Class PREMIUMS
A...$3.00 B..$2.00 C...$1.00
2543. Judged on number of varieties quality and attractiveness of exhibit
2544. Best of Show.....................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 616 – Herbs
Exhibitors limited to one entry per class in Section 616. Class PREMIUMS
2546. Container, dried A.....$2.00 (small baby food jar) B.....$1.50
2547. Fresh-cut on plate C....$1.00
2548. Potted live plant
2549. A creative display of herbs
2550. Potpourri
2551. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 618 – Plant Science
To encourage youth to explore various plant sciences. Class PREMIUMS
2553. Basic Plant Science A $1.50 B $1.25 C $1.00 Educational Exhibit, Exhibit and poster, showing parts of seeds, germination, seed collections, etc.
2554. Educational Exhibit, notebook and poster on small fruits, tree fruits, nuts, pruning, etc.
Section 619 – Fruits and Nuts
Exhibitors limited to 1 entry per class in Section 619. Class PREMIUMS
2555. 1 quart container of nuts A....$2.00 2556. 1 plate of fruit (grown) B....$1.50 2557. Melon (any kind) C....$1.00
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DEPARTMENT 69 YOUTH SCIENCES
Judged opening Sunday of fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Only one entry per section. Projects released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. and 12 noon.
Section 625 – Electrical Science
Class A B C
2562. Junior Electrician, $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 10 yrs. & under exhibit articles made
2563. Intermediate Electrician, $3.00 $2.50 $2.00 11-13 yrs. exhibit articles made
2564. Senior Electrician $3.00 $2.50 $2.00 14-19 yrs. Exhibit articles made
2565. Electronics, Educational $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Exhibit Posters or articles made showing Basics of electrical circuits, amplifiers, super heterodyne receiver, etc.
Section 626 – Computer Science
Class A B C
2568. Junior 10 yrs. & under $3.00 $2.00 $1.00
2569. Intermediate 11-13 yrs. (sections 626 thru 631) 2570. Senior 14-19 yrs.
Section 627 – Aerospace & Aviation
Class
2572. Exhibit an experiment or demonstration of aerodynamics, aviation or aerospace or a study of any aspect of the space program.
Section 628 – Rocketry
Class
2574. Beginning skill level – a single stage rocket. 2575. Intermediate skill level – 2 or 3 stage rocket.
2576. Advanced skill level – self designed & tested rocket. 2577. Poster or exhibit related to rocketry.
Section 629 – Life Science
Class
2579. A poster and/or exhibit relating to your choice of science (paleontology, archeology, biology)
Section 630 – Astronomy
Class
2581. A poster or exhibit relating to an aspect of astronomy such as; star charts, making of a telescope, astrological observations, etc.
Section 631 – Other Science Related Projects
Class 2583. An exhibit or demonstration not related to above sections. For example, robotics, alternative power sources.
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DEPARTMENT 70
YOUTH NATURAL RESOURCES
All sections in this department are judged opening Sunday of fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Released Sunday following fair between 8:00 a.m. and 12 noon. To encourage youth to explore basic plant science. All posters should be 14” x 22” or not larger than a tri-fold. Only one entry per section.
Section 640 - Basic Conservation
Posters containing protected flowers will not be judged. Photographs may be used.
Class
PREMIUMS
2590. Forestry, 1st year., 8 varieties of (sections 640 & 641) pressed and mounted leaves A......$3.00
2591. Forestry, 2nd year, identify B......$2.00 hardwoods and softwoods and C......$1.00 different uses for each wood. At least 8 specimens.
2592. Forestry, 3rd year, fruit trees with twig identified, at least 4 specimens.
2593. Bird pictures, at least 8 species, labeled & mounted.
2594. Common weeds, at least 8 specimens labeled
2595. Common weeds, with seed, at least 8 specimens labeled.
2596. Wild flowers, early spring woodland, at least 6 specimens.
2597. Wild flowers, summer and late summer, field and roadside, at least 8 specimens
2598. Other at least 6 specimens.
Section 641 – Basic Environmental Conservation and Air
Class
2600. Educational exhibit or poster and workbook showing results of surveys, air pollution or other activity.
Section 642 – Rocks & Minerals
To encourage youth to explore and enhance their knowledge of minerals.
Class
2602. Project 1 (exhibit 20 Michigan specimens) Must be labeled.
2603. Project 2 (exhibit 40 specimens) 10 from other states. Must be labeled.
2604. Project 3 (exhibit 6 samples of raw mineral and product.) Must be labeled.
2605. Advance Project (educational exhibit showing project outline, or skills in tumbling, mounting, displaying, etc.)
Section 643 – Entomology
To encourage youth to expand their knowledge of science related to insects. All insects must be labeled with order and class.
Class PREMIUMS
2608. Junior 10 yrs. & under, A.......$3.00 25 or more insects, B......$2.00 4 orders mounted C......$1.00
2609. Intermediate 11 -13 yrs. 50 or more insects, at least 6 orders mounted.
2610. Seniors 14-19 yrs. additional 50 for each project year; 100 or more insects. At least 8 orders mounted.
2611. Special projects, use only one of three projects listed below;
A. Illustration, prepare at least 5 illustrations (any medium), of insects showing form, habits, life cycle or other interesting information.
B. Laminations, prepare at least 20 wing laminations, Including a name for each species.
C. Plastic embedments, prepare at least 5 plastic embedments of various insects and/or arthropods and include names & species where possible.
2612. Best of Show......................................$5.00 & Rosette
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DEPARTMENT 72
YOUTH EDUCATIONAL PROJECTS
All posters should be 14”x22” or not larger than a tri-fold. Exhibits released Sunday following fair from 8:00 a.m. to 12 Noon. Only one entry per section.
Section
645 – Taxidermy
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Class PREMIUMS
2615. Exhibit animal mounted A........$3.00
2616. Exhibit bird mounted. B........$2.00 2617. Exhibit tanned leather article C........$1.50
2618. Exhibit mounted head or horns, etc.
2619. Best of Show.......................................$5.00 & Rosette
Sections 646 thru 655 are all judged opening Sunday of fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Section 646 – Gun Safety
Judged Sunday opening fair
May submit a project for each shooting sport youth participated in (trap, skeet, BB gun, .22 cal. Pellet, muzzle loading). Guidelines available at Extension Office. To encourage youth to demonstrate proper safety skills and accuracy when using the equipment.
Novice –
exhibit scrapbook of
targets properly scored and poster on gun safety
Intermediate – exhibit
scrapbook of targets properly scored and shooting records form.
2624. Advanced – exhibit, $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 display, report or video of any topic in area of shooting, showing growth and development of knowledge from previous year, scrapbook of targets properly scored and shooting records report (continued from previous year). No posters allowed
Section 647 – Archery
To encourage youth to demonstrate proper safety skills and accuracy when using equipment.
Judged Sunday opening fair Class PREMIUMS
2625. Novice – exhibit any or A B C all shooting material $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 along with shooting sports story
2626. Intermediate – exhibit $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 any or all shooting material along with shooting sports story
2627. Advanced – exhibit $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 score cards from minimum of 5 shoots, shooting records report (continued from previous year) and a display, report or video of any topic in area of archery, showing growth and development of knowledge from previous years. No posters allowed.
Section 648 - Safety Explorer
Notebook or workbook may not be exhibited alone. Class PREMIUMS
2629. Fire Prevention A....$2.00 (educational exhibit or poster B....$1.50 showing fire hazards or fire C....$1.00 safety improvement.)
2630. Safety in the home (educational exhibit or poster showing home hazards or home safety protection.)
2631. Farm safety (educational exhibit showing hazards or farm safety practices.)
2632. Bicycle safety (educational exhibit showing one phase of project, parts of bicycles, maintenance adjustments, traffic lanes, etc.)
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Class PREMIUMS 2622.
A B C
$1.50 $1.00
2623.
$2.00 $1.50 $1.00
$2.00
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Section 649 – Emergency Preparedness
Notebooks may not be exhibited. All posters 11” x 14” minimum
Section 652 – Social Recreation
Class PREMIUMS
Class
PREMIUMS
2635. Emergency A B C
Preparedness – Poster $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 or article showing emergency food supplies, emergency telephone calls, health needs, home and farm priorities, etc.
2636. First aid – medical self $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 help, first aid kits, poster or articles made showing bandages, splinting artificial respiration, etc.
2637. Weather project – $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 educational exhibit (poster on weather observation, weather station, weather instruments, etc.
2638. Group exhibit – $3.00 $2.50 $2.00 Educational exhibit (poster or articles made related to project activity chosen in Emergency Preparedness, First Aid or Weather.
Section 650 – Challenge
2649. Educational A.....$3.00 exhibit (poster or B.....$2.00 exhibit related to project. C.....$1.00 (such as games kit, homemade games, etc.)
Section 653 – Management Class PREMIUMS
2651. Spotlight on Management A.....$2.00 – educational exhibit or B.....$1.50 workbook and poster showing C.....$1.00 one or more phases of the project (decision making, identifying and proper use of resources, etc.)
2652. Money In Your Life – record book and poster or exhibit showing money management.
Section 654 – Self Determined Projects (notebooks may not be exhibited alone) Class PREMIUMS
2654. Education exhibit A....$2.00 related to project selected B....$1.50 (poster or article made C....$1.00 showing a skill or learning experience)
Section 655 – Passport to Understanding Class PREMIUMS
Class
2640. Educational exhibit or poster and work book relating to some phase of project (trip story, trip planning, carving, survival, map and compass, etc.)
2641. Pioneer and Indian Skills – make items from natural materials such as a bow drill, birchbark ladle, moccasins, snowshoes, carved spoon. Label items.
2642 Foods and Nutrition pertaining to Challenge – such as menu planning, drying foods, etc.
Section 651 – Sports
To encourage youth to expand their knowledge of healthy physical exercise.
PREMIUMS A....$2.00 B... $1.50 C...$1.00
Class
2644. Golf – Educational exhibit or poster on scoring equipment, golf course care, etc.
2645. Snowmobile – Educational exhibit or poster showing some phase of project (clothing, safety rules, care of machine, map showing trails, etc.)
2646. Skiing – Educational exhibit or poster showing some phase of project (equipment, clothing, learning skills, etc.)
2647. Others (baseball, etc.)
2656. Country Study- (classes 2656, Educational Exhibit 2657 & 2658) (notebook & poster or A.....$2.00 exhibits showing B.....$1.50 activities, correspondence, C.....$1.00 books or recipes, maps, games, clothing, of country, etc.)
2657. United Nations – Educational exhibit (notebook and poster or exhibit showing information on Unicef, flags and organizations related to United Nations, etc.)
2658. Our Michigan Heritage – notebook and poster or exhibit showing family tree, pedigree chart, portrait, etc. PREMIUMS
2659. Group Exhibit – 4 or more exhibitors. (class 2659) Educational exhibit related A....$5.00 to project activity B....$4.00 selected (correspondence, C....$3.00 participation in Sister City of People to People Activities.)
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Section 656 – Group Exhibits
Judged Saturday preceding fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
To encourage youth to develop leadership abilities. (Group Exhibit entry should be made in the name of group and not an individual. Group should consist of 4 or more members.)
Class PREMIUMS
2661. Display of articles A....$5.00 made, pictures and B....$4.00 illustrations depicting C....$3.00 accomplishments by group
Section 657 – Community Services Project
Judged opening Sunday of fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Class PREMIUMS
2662. Educational Exhibit A....$3.00 (poster or exhibit showing B....$2.00 one or more phases of project C....$1.00 activity (rest home, community improvement, parks & recreation, etc.)
Section 658 – Engines
Judged opening Sunday of fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Michigan Antique Engine Club will furnish a $50.00 award to the top exhibitor in class 2664 and a $50.00 award to the top exhibitor in class 2665.
Class PREMIUMS
2664. Small Engines A B C (workbook and display $3.00 $2.00 $1.50 showing what has been learned – poster, drawing, display of parts, cutaway, etc.)
2665. Tractor Care & Safety $3.00 $2.00 $1.50 (workbook and display showing what has been learned - poster, drawing, display of parts, cutaway, etc.)
2666. Automotive Care & $3.00
Safety (workbook and display showing what has been learned – poster, drawing, display of parts, etc.)
2667. Group Exhibit $5.00
(workbooks and educational display showing what has been learned – poster, drawing cutaway, display of parts, etc.)
DEPARTMENT 73 YOUTH DEMONSTRATIONS
Only one entry per section, except section 669, 670 & 671 Section 660 – Performing Arts
Judged Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Exhibitor must provide any musical instruments needed. To encourage youth in personal and social expressive activities.
Class PREMIUMS
2690. Educational Exhibit A.....$3.00 (poster or exhibit related to B.....$2.00 project activity such as song file, C. ...$1.00 puppets, clowning, etc.)
2691. Puppetry, Dance, Mime, etc.
2692. Best of Show (for class 2691)...........$5.00 & Rosette
Section 669 – Clowning
Juniors 10 yrs. & under
Only one entry per class. To encourage youth in personal and social expressive activities.
Judged Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Class PREMIUMS
2700. Basics of Clowning A......$3.00 (Whiteface, Costume, B......$2.50 Paradeability) C......$2.00
2701. Balloon Sculpture, single
2702. Skit
2703. Props – homemade
2704. Best of Show.....................................$5.00 & Rosette
Section 670 – Clowning
Intermediates 11 - 13 yrs. (Same classes as Section 669)
Section 671 – Clowning
Seniors 14 - 19 yrs.
(Same classes as Section 669)
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Section 672 – Individual & Team Demonstrations
Teams enter by group name not individuals. Judged Wednesday between 9:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. A demonstration will be given by a team of exhibitors or an individual. Each demonstration team will be required to answer questions at the end of the demonstration and will be judged on the basis of the attractiveness of the demonstration, presentation and knowledge of subject matter. Class
2710. Junior Demonstration A B C – for exhibitors 14 yrs. $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 & under 2711. Junior Team $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Demonstration - for 2 exhibitors 14 yrs. & under 2712. Senior Demonstration $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 – for exhibitors 14 to 19 yrs. 2713. Senior Team $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Demonstration – for 2 exhibitors 14 to 19 yrs.
Section 674 – Teen Leadership
Floyd Arbor Gleanors will furnish a $50.00 award to the top leadership exhibitor.
Judged Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Class
2718. All exhibiting teen A.....$3.00 leaders will develop poster B.....$2.00 and workbook relating to teen C.....$1.00 leadership experiences. A personal interview will help evaluate teen’s efforts.
Section 675 – Achievement Booth
The Studley Grange will furnish a $50.00 award to the top achievement booth exhibitor. Judged Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
2721. Advanced Exhibitors A.....$5.00 may exhibit in this section. B.....$3.00 The exhibit shall portray the C.....$2.00 activities and accomplishments of the exhibitor during their careers. 2722. Best of Show..................................................Rosette
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Midland County Fair OPEN ENTRY FORM
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(1) Exhibitor’s Name (2) Phone Number Address (number and street or RFD) Email (must have for emergency communications) City County State Zip Time Date (3) Dept (4) Section (5) Class No. (6) Class (as printed in premium catalogue) Additional copies may be made if needed
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Midland County Fair
Print first initial of last
and last 4 digits of your social security number in Box 7
YOUTH ENTRY FORM
If member of a 4-H Club, Print Club name below
Additional copies may be made if needed
PLEASE MAKE COPIES FOR YOUR RECORDS – NONE WILL BE PROVIDED.
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Name
(1) Exhibitor’s Name Phone Number (2) Age of Exhibitor Age you will attain this year Address (number and street or RFD) Email address (must have for emergency communication) City County State Zip Time Date (3) Dept (4) Section (5) Class No. (6) Class (as printed in premium catalogue)
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DEADLINE FOR ALL EXHIBITS IS JULY 25 REGARDLESS OF THE DAY OF THE WEEK IT
ON. Email Address Date
The Midland Fairgrounds continues a capital campaign to raise money for a new year-round Equestrian Center. The center is part of the master plan for the Midland Fairgrounds to promote growth, economic development, and interest in agriculture in the region and throughout the state of Michigan. As a vital part of the greater Midland area, the Fairgrounds is focused on improving quality of life for residents, while being a vibrant part of all Midland has to offer.
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STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS BEEF CATTLE
(Must accompany your entry form)
1. ALL animals must have an official RFID ear tag.
2. All animals must meet specific breed requirements for registration.
3. Animals are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
4. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preference.
5. Animal must be bedded in straw or processed shavings. Exhibitors who use tie-outs must clean their area every morning.
6. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
7. No refunds after close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
8. Prospect Beef must be weighed in by 2:00 p.m. opening Saturday of fair.
No. of Beef Cattle: Footage Needed:
No. of Beef Calves: Footage Needed:
Exhibitors Name: County:
Address: City: State: Zip:
Phone No. Home: Work:
Is there another exhibitor you wish to be stalled near. If so, write name here: _________________________ Your request will be accommodated if possible.
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 8 above.
Signature: _______________________________
Date:___________________
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STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS DAIRY CATTLE (Must accompany your entry form)
1. ALL animals must have an official RFID ear tag. Any exhibitor who is found to be in violation of MDARD tagging requirements for dairy will bear the sole responsibility for any fines assessed by MDARD.
1. ALL animals must have an official RFID ear tag.
2. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available.
2. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available.
3. Animals are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
4. In case of space limitations, Midland County res idents will be given preference.
3. Animals are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
5. Animal must be bedded in straw or processed shavings. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
4. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preference.
5. Animal must be bedded in straw or processed shavings. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
6. No refunds after close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
6. No refunds after close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
7. All animals must meet specific breed requirements for registration.
7. All animals must meet specific breed requirements for registration.
No. of aged bulls: Footage Needed:
No. of aged cows: Footage Needed:
No of yearlings: Footage Needed:
No of calves: Footage Needed:
Exhibitors Name: County: Address:
City: State: Zip: Phone No. Home: Work:
Email Address: _
Is there another exhibitor you which to be stalled near? If so, write name here: _ Your request will be accommodated if possible.
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 7 above.
Signature: _______________________________ Date: _
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STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS SHEEP (Must accompany your entry form)
1. ALL animals must have an official USDA Identification in order to exhibit at the fair. See USDA & MDA rules. Any exhibitor who is found to be in violation of MDARD tagging requirements for sheep will bear the sole responsibility for any fines assessed by MDARD.
1. ALL animals must have an official USDA Identification in order to exhibit at the fair. See USDA & MDA rules.
2. Animals are accepted on the grounds from Noon opening Saturday of Fair until 6:00 p.m. opening Sunday of fair.
3. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preferences.
2. Animals are accepted on the grounds from Noon opening Saturday of Fair until 6:00 p.m. opening Sunday of fair.
4. Animal must be bedded in straw or processed shavings.
3. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preferences.
5. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available.
4. Animal must be bedded in straw or processed shavings.
5. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available.
6. No refunds after close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
6. No refunds after close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dis missal and forfeit of entry fee.
7. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fan s.
7. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
No. of rams: No. of pens needed:
No. of ewes: No. of pens needed:
Breed/Breeds being exhibited: __________________________________
Exhibitors Name: County: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone No. Home: Work: Email Address: _
Is there another exhibitor you which to be stalled near? If so, write name here: _ Your request will be accommodated if possible.
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 7 above.
Signature: _______________________________ Date: _
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STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS RABBIT AND CAVY (Must accompany your entry form)
STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS RABBIT AND CAVY
STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS RABBIT AND CAVY
1. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available. CAVIES MUST BE EAR TAGGED.
STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS RABBIT AND CAVY (Must accompany your
(Must accompany your entry form)
(Must accompany your entry form)
entry form)
2. Animals are accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Rabbits and cavies released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair. Does and litters are not accepted.
1. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available. CAVIES MUST BE EAR TAGGED.
1. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available. CAVIES MUST BE EAR TAGGED.
1. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available. CAVIES MUST BE EAR TAGGED.
2. Animals are accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Rabbits and cavies released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair.
2. Animals are accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Rabbits and cavies released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair.
2. Animals are accepted on the grounds and checked in on opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Rabbits and cavies released at 8:00 p.m. closing Saturday of fair.
3. Does and litters are not accepted.
4. No refunds after the close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preference.
3. Does and litters are not accepted.
3. Does and litters are not accepted.
4. No refunds after the close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
4. No refunds after the close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
4. No refunds after the close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
6. Animal must fed and watered and pens cleaned daily. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
5. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preference
5. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preference
5. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preference.
6. Animal must fed and watered and pens cleaned daily. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
6. Animal must fed and watered and pens cleaned daily. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
6. Animal must fed and watered and pens cleaned daily. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
No. of Rabbits: No. of pens needed:
No. of Cavies: No. of pens needed:
No. of Rabbits: No. of pens needed:
No. of Rabbits: No. of pens needed:
No. of Rabbits: No. of pens needed:
No. of Cavies: No. of pens needed:
Exhibitors Name: County: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone No. Home: Work:
No. of Cavies: No. of pens needed:
Exhibitors Name: County:
Address:
No. of Cavies: No. of pens needed: Exhibitors Name: County: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone No. Home: Work:
Exhibitors Name: County: Address: City: State: Zip:
Email Address: _
City: State: Zip: Phone No. Home: Work:
Is there another exhibitor you which to be stalled near? If so, write name here: _ Your request will be accommodated if possible.
Email Address: _
Email Address: _
Phone No. Home: Work:
Is there another exhibitor you which to be stalled near? If so, write name here: _ Your request will be accommodated if possible.
Email Address: _
Is there another exhibitor you which to be stalled near? If so, write name here: _ Your request will be accommodated if possible.
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 6 above.
Signature: _____________________ Date: _
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 6 above.
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 6 above.
Signature: _____________________ Date: _
Signature: _____________________ Date: _
Is there another exhibitor you which to be stalled near? If so, write name here: _ Your request will be accommodated if possible. Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 6 above.
Signature: _____________________ Date: _
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STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS GOATS
(Must accompany your entry form)
1. ALL animals must have an official USDA Identification in order to exhibit at the fair. Official identification includes USDA metal tags/plastic tags and breed registration tattoos with papers. If microchips are used for identification, the exhibitor must furnish scanner needed. Any exhibitor who is found to be in violation of MDARD tagging requirements for goats will bear the sole responsibility for any fines assessed by MDARD.
1. ALL animals must have an official USDA Identification in order to exhibit at the fair. Official identification includes USDA metal tags/plastic tags and breed registration tattoos with papers. If microchips are used for identification, the exhibitor must furnish scanner needed.
2. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available
2. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available.
3. Animals are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
3. Animals are accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
4. In case of space limitations, Midland County res idents will be given preference
AT THE EAST END OF THE BARN.
4. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preference.
5. Animal must be bedded in straw or processed shavings. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
5. Animal must be bedded in straw or processed shavings. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
6. No refunds after the close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
6. No refunds after the close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
No. of Meat Goats: No. of pens needed: No. of Fiber Goats: No. of pens needed: No. of Dairy Goats: No. of pens needed:
Exhibitors Name: County: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone No. Home: Work:
Email Address: ___________________________________________________________
Is there another exhibitor you which to be stalle d near? If so, write name here: _________________________ Your request will be accommodated if possible.
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 6 above.
Signature: _______________________________ Date: _
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STALL SHEET FOR OPEN CLASS PIGEONS, DUCKS, GEESE, TURKEYS
(Must accompany your entry form)
1. Turkeys must be Pullorum tested within 90 day of fair. Papers must be shown before Turkeys are unloaded into barn.
2. Exhibitors have the responsibility to see that all entries have received required and suggested immunizations that are available.
3. Birds will be accepted on the grounds opening Sunday of fair between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
4. No refunds after the close of entries July 25th. Any false entry may give reason for dismissal and forfeit of entry fee.
5. In case of space limitations, Midland County residents will be given preferences.
6. All birds must be fed and watered and pens cleaned daily. Bedding is not supplied.
7. Exhibitors using fans may only use industrial grade cage fans.
of pens needed: No. of Pigeons:
of pens needed:
Exhibitors Name: County: Address: City: State: Zip:
Phone No. Home: Work:
Email Address: ___________________________________________________________
Before signing make sure you have read rules 1 through 7 above.
Signature: _______________________________
Date: _
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No. of Geese:
of pens needed: No. of Turkeys:
of pens needed: No. of Ducks:
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