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Department Superintendents Who to contact for fair information ANIMALS: BEEF: Vicki Rau • 345-7529 CANINE: Lynn Robson • 345-6700 Vicki Thompson • 989-709-6564 DAIRY: Mike and Karen Laier • 345-7358 GOATS: Andrew Walker • 345-0124 HORSE and PONY: Marty Lucas • 685-2024 Renee Barlow • 989-510-0697 POULTRY, RABBITS and PET STOCK: Angie Dry • 989-915-2080 SHEEP: Andrew Walker • 345-0124 SWINE: Allan Simmons • 343-6932 ANIMAL RECORD BOOKS and EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS: Dan Stoneback • 345-3559 OPEN STILL EXHIBITS: EXHIBIT BUILDINGS Shelly Clemens • 345-1934 Tracy Turner • 345-8732 AGRICULTURE: Sue Wangler • 345-3749 FOLK ART (Ceramics): Kristi Burton • 989-329-3578 FOLK ART (Crafts): Mary Delmonte • 345-7014 FINE ART (Drawings, Paintings & Sculpture): Kristi Burton • 989-329-3578 CULINARY ARTS (Baked Goods and Canning): Karen Turner • 989-745-8531 FLORICULTURE & HORTICULTURE: Delinn Keetch • 685-8267 NEEDLEWORK: Deb Loar • 989-965-1464 PHOTOGRAPHY: Shannon Symons • 989-709-0787
OPEN CLASS FEES HAVE CHANGED Exhibitor fee will be $2.00 plus .25¢ for each class entered.
YOUTH CLASSES: FINE ART (Art, Drawings, Paintings, and Sculpture): Chelsey Clemens • 345-1934 PHOTOGRAPHY: Jean Peterson • 517-262-1166 CULINARY ARTS (Baked Goods and Canning): Cindy Rosebrugh • 989-965-1099 FOLK ART & NEEDLEWORK (Crafts, Ceramics, Collections, and Hobbies): Jody Zimmer • 685-3229 EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS and CONSERVATION: Dan Stoneback • 345-3559 AGRICULTURE, FLORICULTURE & HORTICULTURE: Carrie Reetz • 345-3366 Gayle Bennett • 345-3227 ANY OTHER QUESTIONS CONTACT: ANTIQUE VILLAGE: Evelyn Delaney • 685-2591 INFORMATION FOR CAMPERS: Carrie Reetz • 345-3366 COMMERCIAL SITE RENTAL: Peggy Zettle • 345-0243 REGISTRATION: Jan Wackerle • 345-3790 Mary Schmitt, President • 989-312-1997 Tom Nelson, Vice President • 989-312-0815 Joel Grezeszak, Treasurer • 989-321-0314 Paula Grezeszak, Secretary • 989-321-0313 or any other Board Member Caretaker • 345-5393 Fair Office • 345-5393 FAIR OFFICE OPEN TO ACCEPT REGISTRATIONS: July 31 • 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. August 1 • 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. ALL OTHER REGISTRATIONS MAY BE MAILED TO: Ogemaw County Fair P.O. Box 175, West Branch, MI 48661
Visit our website: www.ogemawcountyfair.com for online registration Dept. Superintendents................3
Open Photography...................37
Schedule of Events.................4-6
Open Agriculture................37-39
General Rules.........................7-8
Open Floriculture...............39-41
Ground & Livestock Rules........9
Open Horticulture....................41
Youth Division Info.................10
Youth Needlework.............41-42
Open/Youth Dairy..............11-12
Youth Culinary Arts...........42-44
Open/Youth Beef................12-13
Open/Youth Rabbits and Pet Stock...................20-21
I Youth Folk Arts..................45-46 N Youth Photography..................46 D Youth Agriculture..............46-47 Youth Floriculture..............47-48 E Youth Horticulture...................48 X Youth Educational..............48-50
Open/Youth Horse..............21-25
Horse Pull................................50
Open/Youth Canine............25-26
Super Cross Info......................51
Open Needlework...............27-29
2016 Quilt Pattern....................56
Open Culinary Arts............29-31
Exhibit Forms.................58 & 62
Open Fine Arts...................31-34
Tractor Pull Form....................60
Open Folk Arts...................34-36
Fairgrounds Map......................61
Open/Youth Sheep.............13-14 Open/Youth Goats..............14-17 Youth Swine............................18 Open/Youth Poultry...........18-19
with Caroline Kole Gates open at 5 pm • Concert at 6:30 pm Tickets available at www.startickets.com $25 plus handling and service fee. Tickets available at the gate: $25 plus Gate Admission: $3
The Swon Brothers
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Youth Fine Arts.......................45
OGEMAW COUNTY FAIR 2016 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS NO REFUNDS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Free Parking Visit our website at: www.ogemawcountyfair.com
THEME: All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 8:00-10:00 am: Beef exhibits accepted & weigh-in 10:00 am-1:00 pm: Rabbit exhibits accepted (Pavilion) 10:00 am-1:00 pm: Poultry (see page 3) 11:00 am-1:00 pm: Sheep exhibits accepted & weigh-in 11:00 am-1:00 pm: Goat exhibits accepted & weigh-in 2:00 pm: Church services at "Church in the Woods" 2:30-4:30 pm: Swine exhibits accepted & weigh-in 3:00-7:00 pm: Horse exhibits accepted 4:00-7:00 pm: Still exhibits accepted 5:00 pm Tractor & Pickup Pull at the Grandstands, 16 & older $10.00; 6-15 years $5.00; 5 & under free DOES NOT INCLUDE PIT PASSES 6:00 pm: Swine Pre-Show 7:00 pm MANDATORY HORSE MEETING BETWEEN THE BARNS. (Horses must stay in stalls or at the arena Mon. 8:00 am-1:00 pm)
MONDAY, AUGUST 15 No Gate Fee All exhibits must have been pre-registered by August 1 8:00-11:00 am: Still exhibits accepted 9:00 am-1:00 pm: 4-H record books accepted 9:00-11:30 am: Dairy exhibits accepted 9:30 am: Judging of Poultry (see page 3) 10:00 am: Youth Riders (at horse arena) 12:30 pm: Judging of goats 1:00 pm: Exhibit buildings closed for judging (will re-open 10:00 am Tuesday) 1:00-4:00 pm: Youth horse trail class 1:00-10:00 pm: Bingo in the Bingo Building 6:00 pm: Beef & Dairy Beef pre-shows 6:30 pm: FLAG RAISING AND OPENING CEREMONY Located at the Freedom Pavilion. Sound provided by Mier-ly Entertainment Concepts. 7:00 pm: Sheep pre-show 7:30 pm: Super Cross Races at the Grandstands (registration at 3 pm, practice at 5 pm) 16 & older $10.00; 6-15 years $5.00; 5 & under free DOES NOT INCLUDE PIT PASSES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 SENIOR CITIZEN’S & VETERAN’S DAY GATE FEE: $3.00 per person, 10 yrs & under free Or weekly pass: $7.00 per person Seniors 60 years and older and Veterans $1.00 9:00 am: Youth horse show-performance only 9:00 am: Judging of swine in Pavilion 9:00-11:30 am: Milk cows accepted 10:00 am: Exhibit buildings open; Antique Village opens with demonstrations throughout the day Starting at noon: Roast Beef Dinner served in the Main Exhibit Building; Carnival opens. Armbands: Noon-5:15 pm $17.00; 5:45 pm-11:00 pm $20.00 TUESDAY SPECIAL $10.00 FOR 10 TICKETS ARMBANDS ALSO AVAILABLE Noon - 4:00 pm: John Marek Music (magic, juggling, balloon sculputre) kid’s entertainment by Exhibit Building #2 Noon-5:00 pm: Free entertainment in the tent at the Antique Village Noon-6:00 pm: Sneaky Peat & Family, in the Entertainment Tent at the Antique Village Noon-6:00 pm: Three P’s Wagon rides (free) Noon-6:00 pm: Shuttle rides (free, weather permitting) 1:00 pm: Judging of sheep in the Pavilion 1:00 pm: Canine Demonstration, Obedience and Showmanship at The Canine Corner 1:00-10:00 pm: Bingo in the Bingo Building 4:30 pm: Crowning of King & Queen and prize drawings Entertainment Tent at the Antique Village 7:00 pm: Church Service at "Church in the Woods" 5:30-7:00 pm: Christain Music in the Chief Ogemaw Pavilion. (Free) 7:30 pm: Off Road Race Night at the Grandstands 16 & older $10.00; 6-15 years $5.00; 5 & under free DOES NOT INCLUDE PIT PASSES 9:00 pm: Antique Village closes 10:00 pm: Exhibit buildings close
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17 KID’S DAY GATE FEE: $3.00 person, 10 yrs & under free Or weekly pass: $7.00 per person 9:00 am: Judging of rabbits in Small Animal Barn 10:00 am: Exhibit buildings open; Antique Village opens with demonstrations throughout the day 10:00 am-2:00 pm: Car Seat Safety Check 10:30 am: Youth Dairy Show – showmanship only and Dairy show (Open & Youth) in the Pavilion Starting at noon: Chicken Barbeque Dinner served in the Main Exhibit Building; Carnival open Noon to 11:00 pm (armbands, $18.00) Noon-4:00 pm: John Marek Music (magic, juggling, balloon sculputre) kid’s entertainment by Exhibit Building #2 Noon-6:00 pm: Three P’s Express Wagon rides (free) Noon-6:00 pm: Shuttle rides (free, weather permitting) 1:00 pm: Canine Demonstration at The Canine Corner 1:00 pm: Goat Obstacle Course at the Goat Barn 1:00-10:00 pm: Bingo in the Bingo Building 1:00 & 6:00 pm: Acting Up Theatre by Exhibit Building #2 2:00 pm: Church Services at “Church in the Woods”
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2:00, 4:00 & 6:00 pm: Sneaky Peat & Family in the Entertainment Tent at the Antique Village 3:30 pm: Showman of Showmanship-small animals in the Pavilion 4:30 pm: Registration closes for bike drawing 5:00 pm: Bike drawing (free registration) to be held in the Pavilion. Must be present to win. Tricycles, 2 yrs & under, 1 boy & 1 girl; Bikes, 3 yrs to 5 yrs, 1 boy & 1 girl; Bikes, 6 yrs to 10 yrs, 1 boy & 1 girl; Bikes, 11 yrs to 15 yrs, 1 boy & 1 girl; 5:30- 7:00 pm: Ernest Entertainment - in the Chief Ogemaw Pavilion (Free) 6:00 pm: Open horse speed show 7:00 pm: Church Service at “Church in the Woods” 7:30 pm: Bump N Run Derby at the Grandstands 16& older $10.00; 6-15 years $5.00; 5 & under free DOES NOT INCLUDE PIT PASSES 9:00 pm: Antique Village closes 10:00 pm: Exhibit buildings close
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18
Noon-until gone: Free ice cream social at the Wangler Pavilion Noon-2:00 pm: "I Milked a Cow" at the Dairy Barn Noon-4:00 pm: John Marek Music (magic, juggling, balloon sculputre) kid’s entertainment by Exhibit Building #2 Noon-6:00 pm: Three P’s Express Wagon rides (free) Noon-6:00 pm: Shuttle Rides (free, weather permitting) Noon-9:00 pm: Premier Animal Attractions Throughout the day: Iron Man Robot strolling the grounds 1:00-10:00 pm: Bingo in the Bingo Building 2:00, 4:00 & 6:00 pm: Sneaky Peat & Family in the Entertainment Tent at The Antique Village 2:00-6:00 pm: Steppin Back strolling the grounds 5:30-7:00 pm: Butch Heath & The Country Reunion Band, in the Pavilion, with Veterans Tribute at 6:30 pm (Free) 6:30 p.m. The Swon Brothers with Caroline Kole, gates open at 5 p.m. - See page 3 for more info 7:00 pm: Church service at "Church in the Woods" 7:00 & 9:00 p.m. Hypnotist Show in the Entertainment Tent at the Antique Village 7:00-11:00 p.m. Pre-teen/Teen Glow Party & Concert 9:00 pm: Antique Village closes 10:00 pm: Exhibit Buildings close
GATE FEE: $3.00 per person, 10 yrs & under free Or weekly pass: $7.00 per person
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20
9:00 am: Judging of market & dairy beef in the Pavilion 10:00 am: Exhibit buildings open; Antique Village opens with demonstrations throughout the day Starting at Noon: Country Style Barbeque Rib dinner served in the Main Exhibit Building; Carnival Opens Armbands Noon-5:15 pm $17.00; 5:45-11:00 pm $20.00 Noon-4:00 pm: John Marek Music (magic, juggling, balloon sculputre) kid’s entertainment by Exhibit Building #2 Noon-6:00 pm: Three P’s Express Wagon rides (free) Noon-6:00 pm: Shuttle Rides (free, weather permitting) Throughout the day: Iron Man Robot strolling the grounds 1:00 pm: Canine Demonstration at The Canine Corner 1:00-10:00 pm: Bingo in the Bingo Building 2:00 pm: Showman of Showmanship Competition large animals in the Pavilion 2:00 pm: Church Services at “Church in the Woods” 2:00, 4:00, 6:00 pm: Sneaky Peat & Family, in the entertainment tent at the Antique Village 2:00-6:00 pm: Steppin Back strolling the grounds 5:00 pm: Horse Pulls, at the Grandstands (free admission) 6:00 pm: 4-H/FFA small & large animal auction; Gallon of Milk auction in the Pavilion 7:00 pm: Church service at "Church in the Woods" 7:00 & 9:00 p.m. Hypnotist Show in the Entertainment Tent at the Antique Village 7:00-11:00 p.m. Pre-teen/Teen Glow Party & Concert 9:00 pm: Antique Village closes 10:00 pm: Exhibit Buildings close.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 GATE FEE: $3.00 per person, 10 yrs and under free 10:00 am: Exhibits on display; Antique Village opens with demonstrations throughout the day 11:00 am: Youth Horse Speed Show 11:00 am: Canine Agility followed by Rally judging at The Canine Corner. Starting at Noon: Country Style Chicken Barbeque Dinner served in the Main Exhibit Building; Carnival opens (armbands noon-5:15 pm $17.00; 5:45-11:00 pm $20.00) Noon: Animal record books MUST be turned in for judging
GATE FEE: $3.00 per person, 10 yrs & under free 9:00 am: Open horse show (performance only) (must be pre-registered by August 1; current negative Coggins required) 10:00 am: Exhibit buildings open; Antique Village opens with demonstrations throughout the day Starting at noon: Country Style Barbeque Rib dinner served in the Main Exhibit Building; Carnival opens (armbands noon-5:15 pm $17.00; 5:45-11:00 pm $20.00) Noon, 2:00 & 4:00 pm: Sneaky Peat & Family in the entertainment tent at the Antique Village Noon-4:00 pm: John Marek Music (magic, juggling, balloon sculputre) kid’s entertainment by Exhibit Building #2 Noon-6:00 pm: Three P’s Express Wagon Rides (free) Noon-6:00 pm: Shuttle rides (free, weather permitting) Throughout the day: Iron Man Robot strolling the grounds 1:00-2:00 pm: Sign-up and weigh-in for Pedal Tractor Pull at the Grandstands 1:00 pm: Canine Search & Rescue Demonstration 1:00 pm: Achievement Day Awards Ceremony, Pavilion 1:00 & 3:00 pm: Northern Blend Chorus in the church 1:00-10:00 pm: Bingo in the Bingo Building 1:00-3:00 pm: Country Music Michigan Hall of Fame Awards 1:00-5:00 pm: Steppin’ Back strolling the grounds 2:00 pm: Pedal Tractor Pull at the Grandstands 2:00-4:00 pm: Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame in the Cheif Ogemaw Pavilion (Free) 5:30 pm: Amateur Talent Search held in the Pavilion (Free) To participate call Classic Hits Country 105.5, 345-4269 7:00 pm: Church Service at "Church in the Woods" 7:00 & 9:00 p.m. Hypnotist Show in the Entertainment Tent at the Antique Village 7:00-11:00 p.m. Pre-teen/Teen Glow Party & Concert 7:30 pm: Mud Bog at the Grandstands, 16 & older $10.00; 6-15 years $5.00; 5 & under free DOES NOT INCLUDE PIT PASSES 9:00 pm: Antique Village closes 10:00 pm: Exhibit Buildings close
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 21
9:00-11:00 am: Removal of all exhibits from small animal barn 9:00 am-1:00 pm: Removal of all exhibits. Exhibit Buildings will close at 1:00 pm
If you are unable to remove your exhibits at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick them up for you. Removal of exhibits before this time will disqualify exhibitors from receiving premiums and ribbons.
Free Bike Drawings Wednesday August 17th 5:00 pm Must register by 4:30 pm • Must be present to win
Advanced Mega Armband Voucher
There will be bicycles (1 boy and 1 girl) awarded in all age groups. Tricycles will be available this day.
$75 Thru Monday, August 15, 2016 ($166 value)
Ogemaw County Fair
Sponsored by Ann’s
1 voucher per person. Present voucher to Arnold Amusements, Inc. ticket booth and receive mega armband - good for all sessions August 16-20, 2016. Vouchers may be purchased July 31-Aug. 1 and Aug. 14-15 at the fair office from 10 am - 7 pm Buy early and save - beginning Tuesday, August 16 armbands will be $100. (Must be purchased from Arnold Amusements) Weather permitting. If lost or destroyed, voucher cannot be replaced.
Carnival Midway Rides Only.
Midway by Arnold Amusements Check website for updated information: www.ogemawcountyfair.com
Composed and printed by The Ogemaw County Herald and Northland Ad-Liner Copyright 2016. No printing or reproduction without written consent.
WEST BRANCH
• Tricycles, 2 year olds and under, 1 boy & 1 girl. • Bike Voucher, 3 to 5 year olds, 1 boy & 1 girl. • Bike Voucher, 6 to 10 year olds, 1 boy & 1 girl. • Bike Voucher, 11 to 15 year old, 1 boy & 1 girl.
Hair Affair & Spa
20th Annual Amateur Talent Show Have you got a talent you would like to show off or would like to see some great talent? Well then, Saturday evening, August 20, 2016 at 5:30 pm in the pavilion is the time. Contestants will be divided into two age categories to compete for cash prizes. This annual event is co-sponsored by Classic Hits Country 105.5 and The Ogemaw County Fair. Classic Hits Country 105.5 will be hosting the event and handling all of the details, so if you want more information contact them at 989-3454269.
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345-4410
GENERAL RULES OF THE FAIR
1. Each exhibitor must abide by the general rules of the fair and any other specific rules which are in the departments in which they enter exhibits. 2. The Ogemaw County Fair Board reserves the right to remove any person and/or their exhibit from the fairgrounds for any unsportsmanlike behavior or for displaying any inappropriate exhibits. 3. Open Divisions: All classes are open to anyone over the age of 6 (six) as of January 1 of the current year with the exception of horse and dairy. 4. Youth Divisions: All classes are open to any youth between the ages of 6 (six) and 19 (nineteen) as of January 1 of the current year, with the exception of animal market classes, horse, dairy, goats and canine. The fair reserves the right to request verification of age. 5. Pee Wee Divisions: Selected classes are open to any youth between the ages of 2 (two) and 5 (five) as of January 1 of the current year. Pee Wee classes will be ribbon only classes. 6. Still exhibits will be received between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 14 and 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 15. See designated time schedule for livestock and 4-H record books. All still exhibits must be in place by noon on Monday. ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY AUGUST 1 AT THE FAIR OFFICE, P.O. BOX 175, WEST BRANCH, MI 48661. 7. All exhibits must remain on the grounds until 9:00 a.m. Sunday, August 23. If any exhibits are removed before the release hour, premiums and ribbons will be forfeited. 8. The management will use diligence to ensure the safety of livestock and articles entered for exhibition or display after their arrival on the grounds but under no circumstances will it be responsible for loss, injury, or damage by theft, fire, lightening, wind or by any other agency, to such livestock, article of exhibition or display. The Fair and management thereof shall be held harmless by the exhibitors against all legal or other proceedings relating thereto. 9. Only one animal or article per person per class. Check rules of divisions and individual classes. No additional classes will be added. The same exhibit cannot be entered in both open and youth, except for animals. 10. Not more than one ribbon will be awarded to an exhibitor in any one class. 11. All entries must be the work of the exhibitor, except Classes 5409 and 6389. 12. Any constructed article must have been made during the past 12 months and can be exhibited at the fair for only one year, except Classes 5409 and 6389. 13. Each youth exhibitor of market livestock/animal exhibits must have been the owner and/or had in his possession the exhibited animal for at least 45 days preceding the fair. Market Rabbits are 35-49 days prior to the fair and market cornish hens are 28 days prior to the fair.
14. All livestock will be checked by a veterinarian. 15. All exhibitors must state the last four (4) digits of their Social Security number on their entry forms in order to receive premium award payments. If an exhibitor receives $600.00 or more in premium award payments, their full Social Security number will be required. 16. The fair reserves the right to prorate premiums if funding is not received from the State of Michigan or if fair receipts are insufficient to pay expenses. 17. Where, in the opinion of the judges, an award is not merited, an award will not be made. Judges’ decisions will be final. 18. Stall fees: $5 per large animal, horses, beef and dairy; $2 per animal, dairy yearling or younger, swine, sheep, goats; $1 per pen for rabbits and poultry. Milking cows will not be charged a stall fee if milk is donated to the fair; $20 credit will be issued to a milking cow to cover her stall fee plus three other animals, in the dairy barn. 19. All animals must be pre-registered. Entries will be accepted until barns are full. Horse entries over barn capacity will be allowed to trailer in for youth. Youth registrations will have first priority on horse stalls. No stallions over 1 (one) year of age to be stalled for fair week. Any youth rider/handler bringing a horse to be stalled during fair week must be 9 years of age as of January 1 of the current year. Also, any child under 9 years of age may not get a horse out of its stall, lead or ride a horse without an older family member in attendance with them at all times. See additional rules and regulations posted on horse barns and announcers booth at the arena. All trailers being parked for the week must be lined up on the north side of the road leading past the arena. 20. Any exhibitor may file a complaint or grievance: a) Conflict of interest of the judge; b) Disqualification of an exhibit or exhibitor; c) Exhibitor or superintendent behavior; d) Eligibility of the exhibit. Complaint/grievance must be filed with the local fair board within 10 days from the close of the fair. The fair board will review, investigate and issue a notice of findings and recommended action within 30 days. If the exhibitor is not satisfied with the fair board’s action he/she has 45 days to file with the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Judges results are final and can not be grieved. 21. All project animals must be shown in both market AND showmanship classes and must sell. The idea of the sale is to encourage participants to become familiar with the handling of animals. Any animal whose training has been neglected cannot be sold at the sale. The decision will be made by the livestock committee. 22. In order to sell an animal each exhibitor must exhibit their record book at the fair. They must be completed after the sale and be put back on display by noon the day following of the sale for
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judging. Sale money will be withheld until record books are completed to date and exhibited and stalls/pens are cleaned. In order to earn a Best Records trophy, a record book must receive a blue ribbon. The judge has control over all exhibitors while they are showing. Anyone not able to control his or her animal to the satisfaction of the judge and the livestock committee will be removed from the show ring for the safety and respect of other exhibitors. Weight limits for animals being sold in the sale are as follows: • Hogs: 200-300 lbs. (preference weight 240-270 lbs.) • Lambs: 100 lbs. minimum (preference weight 120-140 lbs.) • Meat Goats: Must be at least 50% Boer breeding and 80 lbs. minimum. • Dairy Goats: Must be 100% dairy to dairy cross no meat breed crosses and 60 lbs. minimum. • Steers: 900 lbs. small frame (minimum) 1050 lbs. medium frame (minimum) 1200 lbs. large frame (minimum) Steers will be classified as to frame size at January weigh-in. • Dairy Beef: 1150 lbs. minimum. EXHIBITORS will be responsible for the care of the animals until the animals are released from the fair. Market animals become the property of the BUYER at the time of the sale. All trucking arrangements must be made by the buyer with auction clerk the night of the sale. All buyers must remove animals from grounds before slaughtering. Animals must be able to be controlled by the exhibitor and an adult. Each youth exhibitor will receive an A, B, or C ribbon. THE JUDGES DECISION IS FINAL. All rabbit and poultry exhibits for auction must meet requirements as stated above. • Rabbits: Must be 12 weeks old or less, weigh between 3 and 6 lbs., be of purebred or mixed breed meat breed types, and each pen will be of the same breed and the same variety. Pen of 3.
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• Rock Cornish Game Hens: Must be Cockerels, 4 weeks old with a minimum of 5.5 lbs. live weight per pen. Pen of 3. • Turkeys: Must be hatched no earlier than April 1 and no later than April 15. Toms/Hens must be a minimum of 22 lbs. live weight. Must be White Giant breed. • Ducks: Must be White Pekin breed and 10 weeks old, minimum weight of 6 lbs. • White Emben Geese: Must be hatched no earlier than April 1 and no later than April 15 with a minimum weight of 12 lbs. • Market Boilers: Must be 8 weeks old with a minimum of 12 lbs. live weight per pen. Pen of 2. All chickens must be cockerels. Exhibitors may sell no more than one rabbit pen and/or one poultry pen. All market animals must be identified by tag, leg band or tattoo. Pens will be made up of the following: • Rabbits: Pen of three. • Cornish Hens: Pen of three. • Market Broilers: Pen of two. • Turkeys: One tom or hen • Ducks: One • Geese: One Exhibitors must supply locks for cages of all market rabbits and poultry. No animals will be allowed on the premises unless there is a class allotted for such animal, except with prior approval from the Fair Board. All milking cows will be kept in the same area of the barn and will be milked twice a day, at 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. No horns allowed in cattle barns. All milking cows must be milked out every day at regular milking times. No posting of “For Sale” signs on exhibits. All posting of signs must be approved by Superintendent. All livestock exhibitors are subject to following all posted barn rules. Friday, August 19 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Hypnotist Show in the Entertainment Tent at the Antique Village.
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Model PZ60 Zero Turn
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GROUND RULES
1. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed on the grounds. 2. All animals must be caged or on a leash and must remain in their designated areas. 3. All vehicles must be parked in the proper parking area provided. 4. No unauthorized fires allowed on the grounds. 5. No unauthorized overnight camping. 6. Ogemaw County Agriculture Society will not be responsible for injuries and personal property stolen or lost, at or during the Ogemaw County Fair. 7. Shirts and shoes required on the grounds. (No bare feet) 8. FAIRGROUND RULES PERTAINING TO DOGS. Dogs are ONLY allowed in the campgrounds. All dogs must be registered at time of camp registration. You must present proof of dog license, the breed and coloring of the dog. All dogs must be leashed or tied at campsite and must stay on the assigned lot. The dog’s owner must clean up all droppings. All non-compliers will forfeit next years campsite and the dog will be picked up by an onsite dog catcher. Dogs causing disturbance to neighboring campers will be required to leave the fairgrounds. EXCEPTION: Seeing-eye dogs and dogs in the canine program. Canine class dogs will be allowed to be led to and from the judging area at scheduled times only. 9. No bikes, four-wheelers, go-carts, skateboards, roller blades, heelies, scooters or any other offroad vehicles are to be used during fair week except those authorized by the fair board. 10. Unlawful weapons are prohibited on the grounds. 11. No smoking on fair grounds - only in designated areas. See page 51 for details. 12. Camping curfew - parents or guardians are responsible for having all minor children at the campsite by 11:30 p.m.
LIVESTOCK RULES
1. The use of any drug or chemical compound that is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use in meat animals consititutes unethical fitting. The illegal administration of approved drugs and compounds is also prohibited. All or any animals entered in the Ogemaw County Fair are subject to blood, urine and tissue tests by the OCF, FDA, MDA and USDA for illegal
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substances that exceed the acceptable levels established by the Food and Drug Administration, the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank and Environment Protection Agency. A positive test or violation of rules will result in disqualification of the animal and may forfeit all rights and privileges to exhibit at any future Ogemaw County Fair and forfeit any premium monies, trophies, special awards, 4-H/FFA market livestock sale proceeds, or other considerations earned, possible FDA fines and be responsible for the cost of testing. The exhibitor shall assume full responsibility for any violation of regulations related to drugs and medications include withdrawal times and the condemnation of carcasses due to drug rule / regulation violations. No minimizing the effect of cramping by feeding or injecting drugs, depressants or applying packs or using any artifical contrivance or therapeutic treatment except normal exercise. No striking the animal to cause swelling in a depressed area. No using alcoholic beverages, aspirin/aspirin types, and/or caffeine laced substances in the feed or administered as a drench. No administering of medication or remedies without the prior parental exhibitor consent, and Fair Official(s) notification, and approval of the Ogemaw County Fair official Vet. Performance enhancing drugs can not be used that are not FDA approved for that purpose. No misrepresenting the age of the animal for the class in which it is shown. No surgery of any kind performed to change the natural contour or appearance of the animal’s body or hide. No insertion of foreign material under skin. If an exhibitor suspects a rule violation they can request a verification of another exhibitor’s animal by paying a $50.00 fee. If the violation does exist the $50.00 will be returned.
Dear Exhibitor, The Ogemaw County Fair is institiuting the MDA Meat Quality Assurance testing. All animals are subject to being drug tested by urine sample immediately after the animal(s) leave the show ring. Any animal is subject to urine, blood or tissue testing at the discretion of the fair board. The exhibitor and parent/legal guardian who owns the animal must be present when the sample is taken and sealed in the container.
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YOUTH DIVISION INFORMATION All registrations must be pre-registered by August 1. 1. All classes are open to any youth who is between the ages of 6 and 19, except animal and Pee Wee classes. See general rules number 4 and 5. Pee Wee classes are open to any youth between the ages of 2 and 5. Age is determined as of January 1 of the current year. 2. No entry fee will be required for this division. 3. Exhibits will be judged on the Danish System: A – Blue B – Red C – White. 4. An exhibitor may enter only one exhibit per class 5. Any poster exhibit will be on a 22”x28” poster board. 6. All Youth Division exhibitors must abide by the general rules of the fair.
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7, Barrel Painting Contest – Open to all Ogemaw County youth clubs.
Learning Objective: The project must be an original design and created to enhance the environment. Your club is invited to participate in the Trash Barrel Painting Contest for the Ogemaw County Fair. Barrels can be painted by clubs to compete for cash awards. They may be decorated any way you prefer. Barrels may contain your club name. Your club may paint as many barrels as they wish, however, only one per club may be entered in the contest. Barrels are available at the fairgrounds. They may be picked up anytime at the fairgrounds and checked out or they may be painted and decorated there. If picking up, you must contact the fairgrounds and make arrangements. Barrels must be in place and completed by 10 a.m., Monday, August 15. They should be placed in the grassy area in front of the office of Exhibit Building #1. After barrels are judged, they may be placed by your barn if you wish. Criteria for judging: neatness; originality; color coordination; suitability to fair. Prizes are as follows: A - $25 B - $15. Must be pre-registered by August 1 to enter Trash Barrel Painting Contest. Department 62 – Section A – Class 752.
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LIVESTOCK DEPARTMENTS
Aug. 31 two years ago) – milking Class 5010 – Senior 2 year old (Sept. 1 three years ago to Feb. 28 two years ago) Class 5011 – 3 year old (Sept. 1 four years ago to Aug. 31 three years ago) Class 5012 – 4 year old (Sept. 1 five years ago to Aug. 31 four years ago) Class 5013 – 5 year old (Sept. 1 six years ago to Aug. 31 five years ago) Class 5014 – Aged Cow (before Sept. 1 six years ago) Class 5015 – Junior Three Best Females Class 5016 – Senior Three Best Females Class 5017 – Produce of Dam (2 females, the produce of 1 cow) Class 5018 – Best Udder (milking) Class 5019 – Dam and Daughter Class 5020 – Dairy Herd (consists of 3 cows, having calved at least once) Class 5021 – Nursery, first place $50, (First cow to freshen during the fair. Cow must be shown in another class.)
See schedule for Sunday and Monday on page 4 for livestock entry times. Fees shall be as follows:
Dept. 1 – Dairy - $3 per class Dept. 3 – Beef - $3 per class Dept. 5 – Sheep - $2 per class Dept. 7 – Goats - $2 per class Dept. 9 – Swine - $2 per class Dept. 11 – Poultry - $1 per class Dept. 13 – Rabbits and Misc. - $1 per class Dept. 15 – Horse and Pony, Youth - $3 per class: Adults - $4 per class Dept. 21 – Canine - $1 per class Only 1 exhibit per person per class
DEPARTMENT 1 – OPEN DAIRY Superintendents: Mike and Karen Laier Fee Per Class $3 1st place-$12 2nd place-$10 3rd place-$8 4th place-$6 Females Only. No Horns. No Free Martins
SECTION A – OPEN DAIRY
Class 5000 – Adult Showmanship, Adult 20 year and older Class 5001 – Summer Calf (born after June 1 of the current year) Class 5002 Junior Calf (March 1 – May 31 of the current year) Class 5003 – Intermediate Calf (Dec. 1, of previous year to Feb. 28, of current year) Class 5004 – Senior Calf (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30 of previous year) Class 5005 – Summer Yearling (June 1 to Aug. 31 of previous year) Class 5006 – Junior Yearling (March 1 to May 3 of previous year) Class 5007 – Senior Yearling (Sept. 1 two years ago to Feb. 28 of previous year)
DEPARTMENT 2 YOUTH DAIRY
Superintendents: Mike and Karen Laier Females only. No horns. No Free Martins.
SECTION A – YOUTH DAIRY
Junior Champion Female & Reserve Champion Class 5008 – Junior 2 year old (March 1 to Aug. 31 two years ago) – non-milking ALL COwS MUST BE MILKED OUT EVERY DAY AT FAIR SCHEDULED MILKING TIMES.
Class 5009 – Junior 2 year old (March 1 to
A-$6 B-$5 C-$4 Class 1 – Summer Calf (born after June 1 current year) Class 2 – Junior Calf (March 1 to May 31 current year) Class 3 – Intermediate Calf (Dec. 1 of previous year to Feb. 28 current year) Class 4 – Senior Calf (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30 previous year) Class 5 – Summer Yearling (June 1 to Aug. 31 of previous year) Class 6 – Junior Yearling Heifer (March 1 to May 31 previous year) Class 7 – Senior Yearling Heifer (Sept. 1 two years ago to Feb. 28 previous year) ALL COwS MUST BE MILKED OUT EVERY DAY AT FAIR SCHEDULED MILKING TIMES.
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Junior Champion Female and Reserve Champion Class 11 – Junior 2 year old (March 1 to Aug. 31 two years ago) – milking Class 12 – Junior 2 year old (March 1 to Aug. 31 two years ago) – non-milking Class 13 – Senior 2 year old (Sept. three years ago to Feb. 28 two years ago) Class 14 – 3 year old (Sept. 1 four years ago to Aug. 31 three years ago) Class 15 – 4 year old (Sept. 1 five years ago to Aug. 31 four years ago) Class 16 – 5 year old (Sept. 1 six years ago to Aug. 31 five years ago) Class 17 – Aged Cow (Before Sept. 1, six years ago) Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Class 21 – Junior Three Best Females (ribbon only) Class 22 – Senior Three Best Females (ribbon only) Class 23 – Produce of Dam (two females, the produce of one cow) (ribbon only) Class 24 – Best Udder (milking) Class 25 – Dam and Daughter (ribbon only) Class 26 – Junior Pee Wee Showmanship (3-5 by Jan.1) (ribbon only) (Youths showing in this class must be accompanied into show ring by parent or legal guardian.) Class 27 – Pee Wee Showmanship (6-8) (ribbon only) Class 28 – Junior Showmanship (9-11) (ribbon only) Class 29 – Intermediate Showmanship (12-14) (ribbon only) Class 30 – Senior Showmanship (15-20) (ribbon only) Grand Showman (ribbon only) Class 31 – Dairy Herd – (consists of three cows having calved at least once) See Department 72 for Records & Educational Exhibits
LIVESTOCK SAMPLE COLLECTION PROCEDURE OGEMAW COUNTY FAIR The Ogemaw County Fair has the legal authority to require drug testing under the Animal Industry Act, Act 466 of 1988, as amended in Section 40(3): “A fair, exhibition, exposition, or show authority may require additional testing or vaccination of animals before entry, and during the fair, exhibition, exposition, or show” All samples will be collected by a licensed Veterinarian or authorized representative of the Ogemaw County Fair. Testing supplies are located in the Fair Office. The individual and/or organization requesting a drug test will be responsible for the cost incurred for the test, if the test comes back negative. Presently the cost for this test is $35.00. The cost incurred from a test with a prohibited drug present will be the responsibility of the owner of the animal that has tested positive. At this time the cost of the confirmation testing is $150.00.
DEPARTMENT 3 OPEN ALL BREED BEEF
Superintendent: Vicki Rau Fee: $3 per class Premiums: 1st place-$12 2nd place-$10 3rd place-$8 4th place-$6
SECTION A – ALL BREED BEEF SHOw
Class 5027 – Bull, junior calf (born Jan. 1 current year, to fair) Class 5028 – Bull, senior calf (born after Sept. 1 prior year & before Jan. 1 current year) Class 5029 – Bull, junior yearling (born after Jan. 1 prior year and before Sept. 1 prior year) Class 5030 – Bull, senior yearling (born after Aug. 21 three years prior & before Jan. 1 prior year) Champion Bull (Rosette Ribbon) Class 5031 – Heifer, junior calf (born Jan. 1 current year to fair) Class 5032 – Steer, junior calf (born Jan. 1 current year to fair) Class 5033 – Heifer, senior calf (born after Sept. 1 prior year & before Jan. 1 current year) Class 5034 – Steer, senior calf (born after Sept. 1 prior year & before Jan 1 current year) Class 5035 – Heifer, junior yearling (born after Jan. 1 prior year & before Sept. 1 prior year) Class 5036 – Steer, junior yearling (born after Jan. 1 prior year and before Sept. 1 prior year) Class 5037 – Heifer, senior yearling (born after Sept. 1 two years prior and before Jan. 1 prior year) Junior Champion Heifer (Rosette) Junior Champion Steer (Rosette) Class 5038 – Cow, two years old Class 5039 – Cow, three years old Class 5040 – Junior herd, two animals, cow and one progeny Class 5041 – Senior herd, three animals, cow and two progeny Class 5042 – Junior Showmanship - 9 to 12 yrs. Class 5043 – Adult Showmanship - 20 yrs. & over
FAIR OFFICE OPEN TO ACCEPT REGISTRATIONS: July 31 • 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. August 1 • 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Online registration can be found at www.ogemawcountyfair.com
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DEPARTMENT 4 YOUTH BEEF
MARKET STEERS & MARKET DAIRY BEEF Superintendent: Vicki Rau Exhibitor must be owner of market animal No horns.
SECTION A – MARKET STEERS Class 35 – Project Steer (ribbon only) Grand Champion (ribbon & trophy) Class 36 – Showmanship, Junior 9-13 (ribbon only) Class 37 – Showmanship, Intermediate 14-16 (ribbon only) Class 38 – Showmanship, Senior 17-20 (ribbon only) Class 39 – Next year project animal (Born after January 1 of current year) A-$6 B-$5 C-$4 See Department 72 for Records & Educational Exhibits
SECTION B – MARKET DAIRY BEEF Class 42 – Project Dairy Beef (ribbon only) Grand Champion (ribbon & trophy) Class 43 – Showmanship, Junior 9-13 (ribbon only) Class 44 – Showmanship, Intermediate 14-16 (ribbon only) Class 45 – Showmanship, Senior 17-20 (ribbon only) Class 46 – Next Year’s project animal (born after January 1, current year) A-$6 B-$5 C-$4 See Department 72 for Records & Educational Exhibits
SECTION C – NON-MARKET SHOwMANSHIP Class 47 – Non-Market Showmanship - 8 & under Must exhibit market livestock members calf Parent must accompany exhibitor (ribbon only)
DEPARTMENT 5 – OPEN SHEEP Superintendent: Andrew Walker All Breeds – Fee per class: $2 1st place-$12 2nd place-$10 3rd place-$8 4th place-$6 ALL SHEEP MUST HAVE SCRAPIE TAGS.
SECTION A – OPEN SHEEP MEAT BREEDS
Suffolk, Hampshire, Texel, Chevoit, Oxford, Shropshire, Southdown, Dorset, Montadale Class 5050 – Ram, under 1 year Class 5051 – Ram, over 1 year Champion Ram (Rosette only) Class 5053 – Ewe, 2 years and over
Class 5054 – Ewe, 1 year old Class 5055 – Ewe lamb, under 1 year Champion Ewe (Rosette only) Class 5056 – Get of sire, 3 sheep entered in above classes, any age, sired by same ram or born from same ewe. Shown by 1 exhibitor. Class 5057 – Flock, 1 ram, any age, 2 ewes, any age Class 5059 – Wool Fleece
SECTION B – OPEN SHEEP wOOL BREEDS Border Leicester, Columbia, Corriedale, Debouillet, Delaine Morino, Rambouillet, Lincoln, Romney, Targhee Class 5064 – Ram, under 1 year Class 5065 – Ram, over 1 year Champion Ram (Rosette only) Class 5067 – Ewe, 2 years and over Class 5068 – Ewe, 1 year old Class 5069 – Ewe lamb, under 1 year Champion Ewe (Rosette only) Class 5070 – Get of sire, 3 sheep entered in above classes, any age, sired by same ram or born from same ewe. Shown by 1 exhibitor. Class 5071 – Flock, 1 ram any age, 2 ewes, any age Class 5073 – Wool Fleece
SECTION C – OPEN SHEEP EXOTIC BREEDS Finnish, Landrace, Romonov, Jacob, etc. Class 5078 – Ram, under 1 year Class 5079 – Ram, over 1 year Champion Ram (Rosette only) Class 5081 – Ewe, 2 years and over Class 5082 – Ewe, 1 year old Class 5083 – Ewe lamb, under 1 year Champion Ewe (Rosette only) Class 5084 – Get of sire, 3 sheep entered in above classes, any age, sired by same ram or born from same ewe. Shown by 1 exhibitor. Class 5085 – Flock, 1 ram any age, 2 ewes, any age Class 5087 – Wool Fleece
SECTION D – OPEN SHOwMANSHIP Any age over 8 years Class 5088 – Showmanship (Rosette)
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DEPARTMENT 6 YOUTH SHEEP (ALL BREEDS) Superintendent: Andrew Walker A-$6 B-$5 C-$4 ALL SHEEP MUST HAVE SCRAPIE TAGS.
SECTION A – MEAT BREEDS Suffolk, Hampshire, Texel, Cheviot, Oxford, Shropshire, Southdown, Dorset, Montadale Class 51 – Ewe Lamb, under 1 year Class 52 – Ewe, 1 year old Class 53 – Ewe, 2 years and older Champion Ewe (Rosette only) Class 54 – Ram, under 1 year Class 55 – Ram, over 1 year Champion Ram (Rosette only) Class 56 – Best of flock, 1 Ram and 2 Ewes, any age (ribbon only)
SECTION B – wOOL BREEDS Border Leicester, Columbia, Corriedale, Debouillet, Delaine Merino, Rambouillet, Lincoln, Romney, Targhee Class 60 – Ewe Lamb, under 1 year Class 61 – Ewe, 1 year old Class 62 – Ewe, 2 years and older Champion Ewe (Rosette only) Class 63 – Ram, under 1 year Class 64 – Ram, over 1 year Champion Ram (Rosette only) Class 65 – Best of flock, 1 Ram and 2 Ewes any age (ribbon only)
SECTION C – EXOTIC BREEDS Finnish Landrace, Romonov, Jacob, etc. Class 70 – Ewe Lamb, under 1 year Class 71 – Ewe, 1 year old Class 72 – Ewe, 2 years and older Champion Ewe (Rosette only) Class 73 – Ram, under 1 year Class 74 – Ram, over 1 year Champion Ram (Rosette only) Class 75 – Best of flock, 1 Ram and 2 Ewes, any age (Ribbon only)
SECTION D – MARKET CLASSES Exhibitor must be owner of market animal - except Pew Wee Class 80 – Market Lamb (ribbon) Grand Champion (ribbon and trophy) Reserve Champion (ribbon and trophy) Class 81 – Showmanship, Junior 9-11(Rosette) Class 82 – Showmanship, Intermediate 12-15 (Rosette) Class 83 – Showmanship, Senior 16-20 (Rosette) Class 84 – Pee Wee Showmanship, 6-8 (Ribbon only) Class 85 – Junior Pee Wee Showmanship, 3-5 (Ribbon only) (Youth showing in Pee Wee must be accompanied into the show ring by a parent or legal guardian) See Department 72 for Records & Educational Exhibits
DEPARTMENT 7 OPEN GOATS Superintendent: Andrew Walker Fee: $2 per class 1st place-$12 2nd place-$10 3rd place-$8 4th place-$6 General Rules: ALL GOATS MUST HAVE SCRAPIE TAGS. (Scrapie tattoo allowed only if animal is registered in USDA approved breed assocation. Breed registration certificate must be presented upon entry to fair.) No horns allowed on all dairy breeds (including Nigerian Dwarf) Pygmy, or any other breed. Horns are allowed on Boer, Angora, Chasmere and Youth Market Livestock Wethers only. All horns on these breeds must be covered with a blunt object such as tennis balls. No bucks allowed any breed.
SECTION A – SHOwMANSHIP Any Age Over 6 Years Suggested attire: White shirts and white pants for all dairy breeds. White shirt and black pants for Boer, Pygmy or any Other. Class 5092 – Showmanship (Rosette)
SECTION B – JUNIOR DAIRY DOES All dairy breeds except Nigerian Dwarves. Class 5093 – Junior doe, kid, 0-6 months Class 5094 – Senior doe, kid, 6-12 months Class 5095 – Yearling doe (never freshened) Over 1 year, but under 2 years.
SECTION C – SENIOR DAIRY DOES
All dairy breeds except Nigerian Dwarves. Class 5098 – Milker, first through third year milker Class 5099 – Milker, fourth year and over milker Class 5100 – Dry doe Section B & C will compete for Grand and Reserve Champion Dairy Goat. (Rosettes only)
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SECTION D – wETHERS
SECTION H – ANY OTHER BREED DOES
Rules: NO YOUTH MARKET WETHERS ALLOWED. Any age animal. Class 5101 – Wether, All Dairy Breeds (including Nigerian Dwarf), any age Class 5102 – Wether, All Meat Breeds (Boer, Spanish, etc.) any age. Class 5103 – Wether, Any Other Breed (Pygmy, Angora, etc.), any age
SECTION E – NIGERIAN DwARF DOES (Miniature dairy goats) Must conform to breed standard. Does must be 21” or under at withers. Age as of show day. Class 5104 – Junior doe kid, 0-6 months Class 5105 – Senior doe kid, 6-12 months Class 5106 – Dry does, over 1 year Class 5107 – Milk does Grand and Reserve Champion Open Dwarf, (Rosettes only)
SECTION F – MEAT BREED DOES Class Class Class Class Class
Boer, Kiko, Spanish, etc. Age as of show day. 5109 – Junior doe kid, 0-6 months 5110 – Senior doe kid, 6-12 months 5111 – Yearling doe (never freshened), Over 1 year under 2 years 5112 – Senior Dry Does 5113 – Senior Milk Does Grand and Reserve Champion Open Meat, (Rosettes only)
Angora, Cashmere, Fainting, Kinder, Pygora, etc. Age as of show day. Class 5120 – Doe kid, under 1 year Class 5121 – Any doe over 1 year Grand and Reserve Champion, Open Any Other Doe, Rosettes only
SECTION I – DRIVING GOATS
Class 5123 – Beginner must be halter broke and led with a lead strap. Should respond to voice commands (stop, go, back, left & right) Class 5124 – Intermediate Harness - must be harnessed and pull empty cart. Should respond to voice commands (stop, go, back, left & right) Class 5125 – Senior Harness - must be harnessed and pull a child-driven cart. Should respond to voice commands (stop, go, back, left & right while pulling the cart)
SECTION J – MOTHER & OFFSPRING Dairy and Meat Breeds only. Mother must be over 1 year old and have freshened within the past year. Kid(s) may be a wether(s) and/or doe(s) and must be product of mother within the past year. Age as of show day. Class 5127 – Dairy Breeds - Doe & Kid(s) Class 5128 – Meat Breeds - Doe & Kid(s)
SECTION G – PYGMY GOATS DOES Age as of show day. Class 5116 – Doe kid, under 1 year Class 5117 – All does over 1 year Grand and Reserve Champion Open Pygmy, (Rosettes only)
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DEPARTMENT 8 YOUTH GOATS
SECTION C – JUNIOR DAIRY DOES
Superintendent: Andrew Walker A-$6 B-$5 C-$4 General Rules: ALL GOATS MUST HAVE SCRAPIE TAGS. (Scrapie tattoo allowed only if animal is registered in USDA approved breed assocation. Breed registration certificate must be presented upon entry to fair.) No horns allowed on all dairy breeds (including Nigerian Dwarf), Pygmy, or any other breed. Horns are allowed on Boer, Angora, Chasmere and Youth Market Livestock Wethers only.All horns on these breeds must be covered with a blunt object such as tennis balls. No bucks allowed any breed.
SECTION A – SHOwMANSHIP
ANY GOAT OTHER THAN MARKET Grand and Reserve of each age group competes for showmanship trophy, except Pee Wee Classes. Suggested attire: White shirt and white pants for all dairy breeds. White shirt and black pants for Boer, Pygmy or Any Other. Class 88 – Senior showmanship, 16-20 years (ribbon only) Class 89 – Intermediate showmanship 12-15 years (ribbon only) Class 90 – Junior showmanship, 9-11 years (ribbon only) Class 91 – Pee Wee showmanship, 6-8 years (ribbon only) Class 92 – Junior Pee Wee showmanship, 3-5 years (ribbon only)
(Youth showing in this class must be accompanied into the show ring by a parent or legal guardian.)
SECTION B – MARKET GOAT PROJECT Class Class Class Class Class
94 95 96 97 98
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All dairy breeds except Nigerian Dwarves. Class 100 – Junior doe, kid, 0-6 months Class 101 – Senior doe, kid, 6-12 months Class 102 – Yearling doe (never freshened), Over 1 year, but under 2 years.
SECTION D – SENIOR DAIRY DOES Rules: No horns. All dairy breeds except Nigerian Dwarves. Age as of show day. Class 108 – Milker, first through third year milker Class 109 – Milker, fourth year and over milker Class 110 – Dry doe First-place winners of each class in Sections C and D will compete for Grand Champion and Reserve Champion trophies.
SECTION E – wETHERS NO YOUTH MARKET WETHERS ALLOWED. Any Age Animal. Class 114 – Wether, All Dairy Breeds (including Nigerian Dwarf), any age Class 115 – Wether, All Meat Breeds (Boer, Spanish, etc.), any age. Class 116 – Wether, Any Other Breed (Pygmy, Angora, etc.), any age
SECTION F – NIGERIAN DwARF DOES (Miniature Dairy Goats) Must conform to breed standards. Does must be 21” or under at the withers. Age as of show day. Class 119 – Junior doe kid, 0-6 months Class 120 – Senior doe kid, 6-12 months Class 121 – Dry does, over 1 year Class 122 – Milk does, over 1 year Grand and Reserve Champion Trophies NOTE: Any dairy breed crossed with a meatbreed will be considered meat and should be placed in meat breed classes.
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SECTION G – MEAT GOATS DOES Class 128 Class 129 Class 130 Class 131 Class 132
Boer, Kiko, Spanish, etc. Age as of show day. – Junior doe kid, 0-6 months – Senior doe kid, 6-12 months – Junior Yearling (never freshened). Over 1 year, but under 2 years – Senior Dry Does – Senior Milk Does Grand and Reserve Champion trophies
Grandstand event tickets are available for purchase at a reduced rate. Tickets may be purchased July 31 & Aug. 1 and Aug. 15 & 16, 2016 at the fair office, from 10 am to 7 pm
SECTION H – PYGMY DOES Age of show day. Class 136 – Doe kid, under 1 year Class 137 – Any doe, over 1 year Grand and Reserve Champion trophies
Tickets are also available at this price by mail by sending a SASE and payment for the number of tickets wanted.
SECTION I – ANY OTHER BREED DOES Angora, Cashmere, Fainting, Kinder, Pygora, etc. Age as of show day.
Class 143 – Doe kid, under 1 year Class 144 – Any doe, over 1 year Grand and Reserve Champion Trophies
SECTION J – COSTUME CLASS Class 155 – Costume Class. Goat and exhitors in costume. Use your imagination.
SECTION K – TRAIL CLASS Class 159 – Trail Class. Must maneuver tires, hay bales, water, pay no attention to distractions.
wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. Exhibit Building #2 John Marek Music Magic, juggling & balloon sculptures
Must be postmarked by July 31, 2016 Ogemaw County Fair Attention: Grandstand Tickets P.O. Box 175 West Branch, MI 48661
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DEPARTMENT 10 YOUTH SwINE Superintendent: Allan Simmons
SECTION A – MARKET CLASS Exhibitor must be owner of market animal Class 163 – Market Hog (ribbon only) Grand Champion (ribbon and trophy) Reserve Champion (ribbon and trophy) Class 164 – Junior Showmanship (ribbon and trophy, 9-12 years) Class 165 – Intermediate Showmanship (ribbon and trophy, 13-15 years) Class 166 – Senior Showmanship (ribbon and trophy, 16-20 years) Class 167 – Pee Wee Showmanship must exhibit market livestock members hog. (ribbon only, 5-8 years) See Department 72 for Records & Educational Exhibits
SECTION B – TURKEYS Class 5159 – 1 Tom Turkey Class 5160 – 1 Hen Turkey
SECTION C – DUCKS
DEPARTMENT 11 OPEN POULTRY Superintendent: Monica Nouhan Fee: $1 per class 1st place-$6 2nd place-$5 3rd place-$4 Animals exhibited in poultry department may be entered in youth or open classes. However, the same animal may not be entered in both classes.
SECTION A – CHICKENS Class 5136 – Egg Breed, male, over 1 year Class 5137 – Egg Breed, male under 1 year Class 5138 – Egg Breed, pen of 2 (hen), 1 year and over Class 5139 – Egg Breed, pen of 2, pullet, (hen) under 1 year Class 5140 – Meat Breed, pen of 2, male only Class 5141 – Dual Purpose Breed, male only over 1 year Class 5142 – Dual Purpose Breed, male only under 1 year
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Class 5143 – Dual Purpose Breed, hen over 1 year Class 5144 – Dual Purpose Breed, pullet, hen under 1 year Class 5145 – Dual Purpose Breed, pair 1 male and 1 hen, over 1 year same breed Class 5146 – Dual Purpose Breed, pair 1 male and 1 pullet (hen), under 1 year same breed Class 5147 – Bantams, male, over 1 year Class 5148 – Bantams, male, under 1 year Class 5149 – Bantams, hen, over 1 year Class 5150 – Bantams, pullet (hen), under 1 year Class 5151 – Bantams, pair, 1 male and 1 hen, over 1 year same breed Class 5152 – Bantams, pair, 1 male and 1 pullet (hen), under 1 year same breed Class 5153 – Cornish hens, pen of 3
Class 5165 – 1 Drake Duck Class 5166 – 1 Hen Duck
SECTION D – GEESE Class 5171 – 1 Goose, male Class 5172 – 1 Goose, female
SECTION E – FOwL Guineas, Quail, Pigeons, Pheasants, Doves, Peacocks Class 5177 – Pen of 2 only (1 male, 1 female)
SECTION F – POULTRY INCUBATOR 1st Place- $25 Class 5182 – Incubator
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DEPARTMENT 12 YOUTH POULTRY Superintendent: Monica Nouhan A-$5 B-$4 C-$3 Anyone with poultry on display must be present to show such animals. Exhibitors must supply their own food, chips or straw. Animals must be fed and watered; pens and cages cleaned. Must be completed by 8:30 a.m. daily.
Animals exhibited in poultry department may be entered in youth or open classes. However, the same animal may not be entered in both classes.
SECTION A – MARKET FITTING & SHOwING Class 171 – Junior Showmanship, 9-11, ribbon only Class 172 – Intermediate Showmanship, 12-15, ribbon only Class 173 – Senior Showmanship, 16-20, ribbon only Grand and Reserve Champion (ribbon and trophy)
SECTION B – POULTRY FITTING & SHOwING Class 174 – Showmanship, Pee Wee, 6-8, ribbon only Class 175 – Junior Showmanship, 9-11, ribbon only Class 176 – Intermediate Showmanship, 12-15, ribbon only Class 177 – Senior Showmanship, 16-20, ribbon only Grand and Reserve Champion (ribbon and trophy)
SECTION C – CHICKENS
Class 178 – Egg Breed, male over 1 year Class 179 – Egg Breed, male under 1 year Class 180 – Egg Breed, pen of 2, hen, 1 year or over Class 181 – Egg Breed, pen of 2, pullet under 1 year Class 182 – Meat Breed, pen of 2, males only Class 183 – Dual Purpose Breed, male only, over 1 year Class 184 – Dual Purpose Breed, male only, under 1 year Class 185 – Dual Purpose Breed, hen only, over 1 year Class 186 – Dual Purpose Breed, Pullet, hen, under 1 year
Class 187 – Dual Purpose Breed, pair, 1 male and 1 hen, same breed, over 1 year Class 188 – Dual Purpose Breed, pair, 1 male and 1 pullet, hen, same breed, under 1 year Class 189 – Bantams, male, over 1 year Class 190 – Bantams, male, under 1 year Class 191 – Bantams, hen, over 1 year Class 192 – Bantams, pullet, hen, under 1 year Class 193 – Bantams, pair, 1 male and 1 hen, same breed, over 1 year Class 194 – Bantams, pair, 1 male and 1 pullet, (hen) same breed, under 1 year Class 195 – Market Cornish Hens, pen of 3, ribbon and trophy Class 196 – Market Broilers, pen of 2, ribbon and trophy Grand Champion and Reserve Champion
SECTION D – TURKEYS Class Class Class Class
199 200 201 202
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1 Tom Turkey 1 Hen Turkey 1 Market Turkey, Tom 1 Market Turkey, Hen White Giant, ribbon and trophy
Grand and Reserve Champion Market Turkey
SECTION E – DUCKS Class 205 – 1 Duck,male, drake Class 206 – 1 Duck, hen Class 207 – 1 Market Duck, hen or drake, White Pekin only, ribbon and trophy Grand and Reserve Champion Market Duck
SECTION F – GEESE Class Class Class Class
211 – Pen of 2, one male, one female 212 – Goose, one male 213 – Goose, female 214 – Market Goose, ribbon and trophy
Grand Champion Reserve Champion Market Goose
SECTION G – FOwL Guinea, Quail, Pigeon, Dove, Pheasant, Peacock Class 218 – Pen of 2 only (1 male, 1 female) See Department 72 for Records & Educational Exhibits
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DEPARTMENT 13 OPEN RABBITS & PET STOCK
DEPARTMENT 14 YOUTH RABBITS & PET STOCK
Superintendent: Monica Nouhan Fee: $1 per class 1st place-$6 2nd place-$5 3rd place-$4 No altering of rabbits (plucking, etc.) One rabbit can be shown in youth or open but not in both.
Superintendent: Monica Nouhan A-$5 B-$4 C-$3 Anyone with rabbits on display must be present to show such animals. Exhibitors must supply their own food and sawdust or chips. Animals fed and watered, pens & cages must be cleaned 8:30 am daily. All rabbit classes listed below are purebred unless noted elsewhere. Note: In each rabbit class except 247 only one rabbit entered and shown by each exhibitor. No altering of rabbits (plucking, etc.)
SECTION A – RABBITS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5187 5188 5189 5190 5191 5192 5193 5194 5195 5196 5197 5198 5199 5200 5201
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Junior Doe, under 6 mos., class 4 Junior Doe, under 6 mos., class 6 Mixed Breed Doe, under 6 mos. Intermediate doe, 6-8 mos, class 4 Senior Doe, 6 mos. & over, class 4 Senior Doe, 8 mos. & over, class 6 Mixed Breed Doe, 6 mos. & over Junior Buck, under 6 mos., class 4 Junior Buck, under 6 mos., class 6 Mixed Breed Buck, under 6 mos. Intermediate Buck, 6-8 mos., class 6 Senior Buck, 6 mos. & over, class 4 Senior Buck, 8 mos. & over, class 6 Mixed Breed Buck, 6 mos. & over Doe & Litter (must be 3 1/2-weeks old minimum) Class 5202 – Doe & Litter, purebred, (must be 3 1/2-weeks old minimum)
SECTION B – PET STOCK Hamsters, Gerbils, Cavys, Etc. Class 5211 – Single Pet (must have own cage)
One rabbit can be shown in youth or open but not in both.
SECTION A – MARKET FITTING & SHOwING Class 222 – Junior Showmanship, 9-11 ribbon only Class 223 – Intermediate Showmanship, 12-15 ribbon only Class 224 – Senior Showmanship,16-20 ribbon only
SECTION B – RABBIT FITTING & SHOwING Class 225 – Showmanship Pee Wee, 6-8 ribbon only Class 226 – Showmanship Junior, 9-11 ribbon only, non-market Class 227 – Showmanship Intermediate, 12-15 ribbon only, non-market Class 228 – Showmanship Senior, 16-20 ribbon only, non-market Grand Champion and Reserve Champion ribbon and trophy
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Purebred class 4 definition. Any rabbit that reaches an ideal weight according to the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) standard book of less than 9 lbs. at SENIOR WEIGHT. Purebred class 6 definition. Any rabbit that, according to ARBA standard book, has an ideal weight of 9 lbs. or more at SENIOR WEIGHT. Class 232 – Junior doe, under 6 mos., class 4 Class 233 – Junior doe, under 6 mos., class 6 Class 234 – Mixed breed doe, under 6 mos.
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Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
235 236 237 238 239 240 241 242 243
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Class Class Class Class
244 245 246 247
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Class 248 – Class 249 –
Intermediate doe, 6-8 mos., class 6 Senior doe, 6 mos. & over, class 4 Senior doe, 8 mos & over, class 6 Mixed breed doe, 6 mos. & over Junior buck, under 6 mos., class 4 Junior buck, under 6 mos., class 6 Mixed breed buck, under 6 mos. Intermediate buck, 6-8 mos., class 6 Intermediate buck, 6 mos. & over, class 6 Senior buck, 6 mos. & over, class 4 Senior buck, 8 mos & over, class 6 Mixed breed buck, 6 mos. & over Pen of 3 market rabbits – ribbon only Must be 12 weeks of age or less and weigh 3-6 lbs. each Doe and Litter (must be 3 1/2 weeks & older) Doe and Litter - Purebred (must be 3 1/2 weeks & older) Grand & Reserve Champion Doe overall, trophy Grand & Reserve Champion Buck overall, trophy Grand & Reserve Champion Mixed overall, trophy Grand Champion overall, ribbon and trophy
SECTION D – PET STOCK Hamsters, Gerbils, Cavys, Etc. (Must have own cage) Class 252 – Single Pet See Department 72 for Records & Educational Exhibits
DEPARTMENT 15 OPEN HORSE & PONY Superintendents: Marty Lucas and Renee Barlow Must be pre-registered by Aug. 1, All horses must show proof of negative Coggins test upon entering the fairgrounds. Fee: Youth $3 per class. Adults $4 per class All halter classes, $4 Premiums given for 1st place-$12 2nd place-$10 3rd place-$8 4th place-$6
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OPEN SPEED SHOw will be held on wednesday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m. OPEN PERFORMANCE SHOw for English and western will be held on Saturday August 20 at 9:00 a.m. MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED Exhibitor may enter more than one horse per Open Speed Class Placing Grand/Reserve 3rd-6th Ages of exhibitors will be: Young Junior Division, 912 years; Junior Division, 13-15 years; Senior Division, 16-19; Pony Division, 9-12; Adult 20 and over; and Adult 40 and over. Age of exhibitor is determined by the age they are as of January 1 of current year. May not show in both adult classes in any section where there are two adult classes in the same category. Vertification of age may be required for all youth 16 years & under. Pony height is 56 inches and under. Grand and Reserve ribbons will be given for 1st and 2nd places regular ribbons will be given for 3rd – 6th in each class in Speed and Halter sections. All classes will be judged by State 4-H rules, including regulation helmets. Management reserves the right to combine, drop or change classes with fewer than four entries. Classes will be placed to six (6) places, except when there are not enough entries to fill the class, or in the event of disqualification. The decision of the judge is final. Any horse that breaks pattern must leave arena. A contestant that knocks down or holds up an obstacle in speed classes will result in a 5-second penalty. Open class can trailer in for the show, but must be pre-registered. Horses must be under control at all times. All horses outside of arena must be at a walk. All horses to be ridden in approved area only. All horses trailered in for shows may not be by any barns or wash rack areas. The Ogemaw County Fair will not be held responsible for any loss, injury or damage to horses, persons or property. Exhibitors may use straw or sawdust in their horse stalls.
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SECTION A – POLE BENDING Class Class Class Class Class Class
5216 5217 5218 5219 5220 5221
– Adult, men, pole bending – Adult, women, pole bending – Pony, pole bending – Young Junior, pole bending – Junior, pole bending – Senior, pole bending
SECTION B – SPEED & ACTION Class Class Class Class Class Class
5227 5228 5229 5230 5231 5232
– Adult, men, speed & action – Adult, women, speed & action – Pony, speed & action – Young Junior, speed & action – Junior, speed & action – Senior, speed & action
SECTION C – KEYHOLE Class Class Class Class Class Class
5238 5239 5240 5241 5242 5243
– Adult, men, Keyhole – Adult, women, Keyhole – Pony, Keyhole – Young Junior, Keyhole – Junior, Keyhole – Senior, Keyhole
5249 5250 5251 5252 5253 5254
– Adult, men, cloverleaf – Adult, women, cloverleaf – Pony, cloverleaf – Young Junior, cloverleaf – Junior, cloverleaf – Senior, cloverleaf
5259 5260 5261 5262 5263 5264
Class Class Class Class
5284 – 2 years & under 5285 – Mares, 3 years & over 5286 – Geldings, 3 years & over 5287 – Ponies Grand and Reserve Champion
Class 5292 – Adults, 40 yrs.+, fitting & showing Class 5293 – Adults, 20 yrs. and over, fitting & showing Class 5294 – Senior, fitting & showing Class 5295 – Junior, fitting & showing Class 5296 – Young Junior, fitting & showing Class 5297 – Pony, fitting & showing Class 5298 – Novice showmanship, 9 yrs. & up. (Rider may not ride in any other walk, trot or canter classes.)
SECTION I – ENGLISH PLEASURE
SECTION E – DASH Class Class Class Class Class Class
SECTION G – GRADE HALTER (All Ages)
OPEN PERFORMANCE CLASSES SECTION H – FITTING AND SHOwMANSHIP
SECTION D – CLOVERLEAF Class Class Class Class Class Class
Class 5271 – Yearlings Class 5272 – 2-year-olds Class 5273 – Mare and foal Class 5274 – Mares, 3-5 years old Class 5275 – Geldings, 3-5 years old Class 5276 – Aged mares, 6 years and older Class 5277 – Aged geldings, 6 years and older Class 5278 – Registered ponies Overall Grand and Reserve Champion Class 5279 – Color Class (70% color, 30% confirmation)
– Adult, men, dash – Adult, women, dash – Pony, dash – Young Junior, dash – Junior, dash – Senior, dash
OPEN HALTER CLASSES Must be pre-registered – Halter Class, $4 entry fee Show to be held Saturday, August 20, at 9:00 a.m.
SECTION F – REGISTERED, ALL BREEDS (All Ages) Class 5269 – Stallion, 2 years & over Class 5270 – Weanlings
Class 5303 – Adults, 40 yrs.+, English Pleasure Class 5304 – Adults, 20 yrs. and over, English Pleasure Class 5305 – Senior, English Pleasure Class 5306 – Junior, English Pleasure Class 5307 – Young Junior, English Pleasure Class 5308 – Pony, English Pleasure
SECTION J – ENGLISH EQUITATION Class 5313 – Adults, 40 yrs.+, English Equitation Class 5314 – Adults, 20 yrs.and over, English Equitation Class 5315 – Senior, English Equitation Class 5316 – Junior, English Equitation Class 5317 – Young Junior, English Equitation
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Class 5318 – Pony, English Equitation Class 5319 – Gaited Horse Country Pleasure (optional tack) 2 gait
SECTION K – wESTERN PLEASURE Class 5322 – Greenhorse, Walk, Jog. Ribbon only. (Horse may not be entered in any other walk, trot or canter classes). Class 5323 – Greenhorse Western Pleasure. Walk, Jog, Lope. Ribbon only (Horse may not be entered in any other walk, trot or canter classes). Class 5324 – Junior Horse, 5 yrs. and under Western Pleasure Class 5325 – Adults, 40 yrs.+, Western Pleasure Class 5326 – Adults, 20 yrs. and over, Western Pleasure Class 5327 – Senior, Western Pleasure Class 5328 – Junior, Western Pleasure Class 5329 – Young Junior, Western Pleasure Class 5330 – Pony, Western Pleasure
SECTION L – wESTERN EQUITATION Class 5334 – Adults, 40 yrs.+, Western Equitation Class 5335 – Adults, 20 yrs. and over, Western Equitation Class 5336 – Senior, Western Equitation Class 5337 – Junior, Western Equitation Class 5338 – Young Junior, Western Equitation Class 5339 – Pony, Western Equitation Class 5340 – Novice Rider Equitation, 9 yrs. & up, Walk, Jog, (Rider may not ride in any other walk, trot or canter classes.)
SECTION M – REINING EQUITATION Class Class Class Class Class Class
5342 5343 5344 5345 5346 5347
– Adults 40 yrs.+ – Adults 20 yrs. and over – Senior – Junior – Young junior – Pony
OPEN SPEED SHOw will be held on wednesday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m.
DEPARTMENT 16 YOUTH HORSE and PONY
Superintendents: Marty Lucas and Renee Barlow A-$6 B-$5 C-$4 The Youth Performance Horse Show will be held Tuesday, August 18 at 9:00 a.m. EXCEPTION: Trail class will be run on Monday, August 15 at 1:00 p.m. in the arena. Youth Speed Show will be held on Friday, August 19 at 11:00 a.m. Youth may not trailer in unless barn is full. Monday - Sections B, C and D may trailer in. For Trail and Speed, youths must designate which horse is to be used for trophy contention before classes start. TROPHIES: Grand and Reserve High Point will be given for each age group in English, Western and Speed with Costume Class points being added to the Western section. Mandatory Youth meeting between the barns Sunday at 7:00 p.m. and at the arena on Friday at 10:30 a.m. HORSES MUST STAY IN STALLS OR BE AT THE ARENA AND CAN’T USE WASH RACKS BETWEEN 7:00 A.M. AND 1:00 P.M. ON MONDAY. Roving Trophies: Versatility, Sponsored by Dan Winter Poured Walls, Inc. Horse must be shown in all 3 events (English, Western and Speed) in order to qualify for the trophy. Costume Class: Sponsored by The Faull Inn Family Dining & Spirits. Sportsmanship: To the youth who displays the best sportsmanship. Sponsored by Bairds Tree Service. Superintendent Trophy: Sponsored in memory of Vern Clemens. For clean stalls, horse, tack and etc. (not decorations) Point system for trophies: With 6 or more in a class, 6 points will be given to first place, 5 to second and etc. through sixth place. Less than 6 in a class, points will be given for the number in the class, (Ex. 4 in a class, first place will get 4 points, second will get 3 points, etc.) Age of exhibitors will be: Young Junior Division, 9-12 years; Junior Division, 13-15 years; Senior Division, 16-19 years; Pony Division, 9-12 years. Age of exhibitor is determined by the age they are on January 1 of current year. Ages will be checked before first class. Only 2 horses per child will be
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stalled during fair week. Also both horses must be shown in classes Tuesday thru Saturday. Any youth wanting to stall their horse during fair week must be 9 years of age as of January 1 of current year. Any child under 9 years of age may not lead, ride or stall a horse without a family member in attendance at all times. Verification of age may be required for youth 16 years & under. All youth classes will be judged by State 4-H rules, including regulation helmets. Management reserves the right to combine, drop and/or change classes with fewer than four entries. Classes will be run in the order they are posted. A contestant who knocks down or holds up an obstacle in speed classes will be given a five-second penalty. The decision of the judge is final. Exhibitors may use straw or sawdust in their horse stalls.
SECTION A – YOUNG NOVICE RIDERS
Class Class Class Class
Monday, August 15 at 10:00 a.m. Young Riders, 5-8 years Participation ribbon only 255 – Showmanship 6-8 years Must have adult in show ring 259 – Leadline, 5-6 years 260 – Walk Trot, 7-8 years 261 – Western Equitation, Walk, Jog & Lope, 7-8 years Must have adult in showring
Class Class Class Class
262 264 265 266
– Trail Class - Leadline, 5-6 years – Trail Class, 7-8 years – Barrels, 7-8 years – Costume Class, 5-8 years, (ribbon only)
SECTION B – TRAIL CLASS Class Class Class Class
Monday, August 15 at 1:00 p.m. 267 – Senior, Trail Class 268 – Junior, Trail Class 269 – Young Junior, Trail Class 270 – Pony, Trail Class
SECTION C – COSTUME Monday, August 15 following Trail Class Class 271 – Senior, Costume
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Class 272 – Junior, Costume Class 273 – Young Junior, Costume Class 274 – Pony, Costume
SECTION D – FITTING & SHOwMANSHIP Tuesday, August 16 at 9:00 a.m. Class Class Class Class
277 278 279 280
– Senior, Fitting & Showmanship – Junior, Fitting & Showmanship – Young Junior, Fitting & Showmanship – Pony, Fitting & Showmanship Grand and Reserve Champion Fitting & Showmanship Grand Champion will compete Thursday in the Showman of Showmen
SECTION E – ENGLISH PLEASURE Class Class Class Class
284 285 286 287
– Senior, English Pleasure – Junior, English Pleasure – Young Junior, English Pleasure – Pony, English Pleasure
SECTION F – ENGLISH EQUITATION Class Class Class Class
291 292 293 294
– Senior, English Equitation – Junior, English Equitation – Young Junior, English Equitation – Pony, English Equitation
SECTION G – ENGLISH BAREBACK Class Class Class Class
298 299 300 301
– Senior, English Bareback – Junior, English Bareback – Young Junior, English Bareback – Pony, English Bareback
SECTION H – HUNTER HACK Class Class Class Class
305 306 307 308
– Senior, Hunter Hack – Junior, Hunter Hack – Young Junior, Hunter Hack – Pony, Hunter Hack
SECTION I – wESTERN PLEASURE Class Class Class Class
312 313 314 315
– Senior, Western Pleasure – Junior, Western Pleasure – Young Junior, Western Pleasure – Pony, Western Pleasure
SECTION J – wESTERN EQUITATION Class 318 – Novice Equitation Rider, 9-19 yrs. Class 319 – Senior, Western Equitation
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(Dept. J continued) Class 320 – Junior, Western Equitation Class 321 – Young Junior, Western Equitation Class 322 – Pony, Western Equitation
SECTION K – REINING Class Class Class Class
326 327 328 329
General Rules:
Friday, August 19 at 11:00 a.m. 340 341 342 343
– Senior, Pole Bending – Junior, Pole Bending – Young Junior, Pole Bending – Pony, Pole Bending
SECTION M – SPEED AND ACTION Class Class Class Class
348 349 350 351
– Senior, Speed and Action – Junior, Speed and Action – Young Junior, Speed and Action – Pony, Speed and Action
SECTION N – KEYHOLE Class Class Class Class
355 356 357 358
– Senior, Keyhole – Junior, Keyhole – Young Junior, Keyhole – Pony, Keyhole
SECTION O – CLOVERLEAF Class Class Class Class
362 363 364 365
– Senior, Cloverleaf – Junior, Cloverleaf – Young Junior, Cloverleaf – Pony, Cloverleaf
SECTION P – DASH RACE Class Class Class Class
369 370 371 372
– Senior, Dash Race – Junior, Dash Race – Young Junior, Dash Race – Pony, Dash Race
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– Senior, Reining – Junior, Reining – Young Junior, Reining – Pony, Reining
SECTION L – POLE BENDING Class Class Class Class
DEPARTMENT 21 OPEN CANINE
1. All exhibitors must be pre-registered with Ogemaw County Fair by Aug. 1. 2. Dogs must be healthy and free from disease, with copies of current vaccinations for Rabies, DHLPP, Bordetella and current county license. NO EXCEPTIONS, NO SHOTS, NO SHOW! 3. Each exhibitor must work and train the dog being shown. 4. Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs (bring proper equipment). 5. Anyone severely punishing or abusing his or her dog will be dismissed immediately. 6. Any dog that Leader/Superintendents deem unsafe or unfit will be unable to exhibit at the Ogemaw County Fair. 7. Exhibitors must notify Superintendents if a female dog is in heat at show time. 8. One handler per dog, but a handler may show more than one dog. 9. IMPORTANT – You must remain with your dog at all times. Dogs must be on a leash or crated at all times. Dogs are only allowed at the actual show area at the dates and times of the show. 10. No pinch or prong collars. No treats in the ring. 11.The decisions of the judge are final. Dress Code: 1. All exhibitors should wear dress attire for obedience and showmanship. All exhibitors should wear a white or plain shirt and black slacks or shorts for agility. 2. Flat shoes, such as tennis shoes, are appropriate. No open-toe shoes, sandals or high heels. 3. Hair should be neat. Long hair should be tied back. 4. No jeans, T-shirts, halter tops, bare midriffs, mini skirts, hats or sweatshirts.
SECTION A – OBEDIENCE Tuesday, August 16 at 1:00 p.m. Class 5357 – Novice Class 5358 – Intermediate
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SECTION B – AGILITY Friday, August 19 at 11:00 a.m. Class 5364 – Novice Class 5365 – Intermediate Class 5366 – Advanced
SECTION C – SHOwMANSHIP Tuesday, August 16 at 2:00 p.m. Class 5368 – Novice Class 5369 – Intermediate Class 5370 – Advanced
SECTION D – RALLY Tuesday, August 16 - following Agility Class 5371 – Novice Class 5372 – Intermediate Class 5373 – Advanced
DEPARTMENT 22 YOUTH CANINE Superintendents: Lynn Robson Vicki Thompson A-$5 B-$4 C-$3 General Rules: 1. All exhibitors must be pre-registered with Ogemaw County Fair by August 1. 2. Dogs must be healthy and free from disease, with copies of current vaccinations for Rabies, DHLPP, Bordetella and current license. NO EXCEPTIONS, NO SHOTS, NO SHOW! 3. Each exhibitor must work and train the dog being shown. 4. Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs (bring proper equipment). 5. Anyone severely punishing or abusing his or her dog will be dismissed immediately. 6. Any dog that Leader/Superintendents deem unsafe or unfit will be unable to exhibit at the Ogemaw County Fair. 7. Exhibitors must notify Superintendents if a female dog is in heat at show time. 8. One handler per dog, but a handler may show more than one dog. 9. IMPORTANT – You must remain with your dog at all times. Dogs must be on a leash or crated at all times. Dogs are only allowed at the actual show area at the dates and times of the show.
10. No pinch or prong collars. No treats in the ring. 11. The decisions of the judge are final. Dress Code: 1. All exhibitors should wear dress attire for obedience and showmanship. All exhibitors should wear a white or plain shirt and black slacks or shorts for agility. 2. Flat shoes, such as tennis shoes, are appropriate. No open-toe shoes, sandals or high heels. 3. Hair should be neat. Long hair should be pulled back. 4. No jeans, T-shirts, halter tops, bare midriffs, mini skirts, hats or sweatshirts. Class Divisions: Pup class: for youth 6-8 years, ribbon only. Beginner class: first time for both handler and dog. Novice class: for a handler or dog that have shown previously. Intermediate class: for handler and dog that have shown more than one year. Advance class: for handler and dog that have shown multiple times.
SECTION A – OBEDIENCE Tuesday, August 16 at 5:30 p.m. Class 383 – Pup Class (6-8 years olds), ribbon only Class 384 – Beginner Class 385 – Novice Class 386 – Intermediate, on leash Class 387 – Advanced, off leash
SECTION B – JUNIOR SHOwMANSHIP Class 390 – Beginner - (6-8 years old) ribbon only Class 391 – Novice - (9-12 years old) ribbon only Class 392 – Novice - (13-19 years old) ribbon only Grand and Reserve Champion
SECTION C – AGILITY Class Class Class Class
Friday, August 19 at 11:00 a.m. 393 – Beginner - (5-8 years old) ribbon only 394 – Novice (on leash) 395 – Intermediate, off leash 396 – Advanced, off leash Grand and Reserve Champion
SECTION D – RALLY Tuesday, August 16 - following Agility Class 397 – Novice Class 398 – Intermediate Class 399 – Advanced
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OPEN DIVISION
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All registrations must be pre-registered by Aug. 1. All Open classes are open to anyone in Michigan over age 6 (six) years as of January 1 of current year. All exhibits must be in place by noon on Monday. Exhibits will be received on Sunday between 4-7 p.m. and Monday between 8-11 a.m. (See schedule page 4 for livestock entry times.) Fees shall be as follows: OPEN CLASS FEES HAVE CHANGED Exhibitor fee will be $2.00 plus .25¢ for each class entered.
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SECTION A – wEARING APPAREL Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5400 – Dress 5401 – Skirt 5402 – Shirt or Blouse 5403 – Jacket or Sport Coat 5404 – 2-Piece Outfit 5405 – Child’s garment 5406 – Sweatshirt 5407 – Smocking 5408 – Original creation 5409 – Antique wearing apparel 50 years & over 5410 – Handmade Christening Dress 5411 – Apron 5412 – Footwear 5413 – Other wearing apparel not listed
SECTION B – QUILTING-PROFESSIONAL Professional - Teachers or those who sell their quilts Machine Quilting Class 5421 – Patchwork, machine Class 5422 – Appliqued, machine Class 5423 – Strip piecing, machine Class 5424 – Apparel, machine Class 5425 – Pillow, machine Class 5426 – Embroidery, machine Class 5427 – Original creation, machine Class 5428 – Wall hanging, machine Class 5429 – Other quilted item not listed, machine Hand Quilting Class 5436 Class 5437 Class 5438 Class 5439 Class 5440 Class 5441 Class 5442 Class 5443 Class 5444 Class 5445 Class 5446
– Patchwork, hand – Appliqued, hand – Strip piecing, hand – Apparel, hand – Pillow, hand – Embroidery, hand – Original creation, hand – Wall hanging, hand – Rag/Demin quilt, hand – Tablerunner, hand – Other quilted item not listed, hand
SECTION C – QUILTING-AMATEUR Machine Quilting Class 5452 – Patchwork, machine Class 5453 – Appliqued, machine Class 5454 – Strip piecing, machine Class 5455 – Apparel, machine Class 5456 – Pillow, machine Class 5457 – Embroidery, machine Class 5458 – Wall hanging, machine Class 5459 – Orignal creation, maching Class 5460 – Rag/Demin quilt, machine Class 5461 – Tablerunner, machine Class 5462 – Photo quilt, machine
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Class 5463 – Tote/Bag Class 5464 – T-Shirt Quilt Class 5465 – Other quilted items not listed, machine Hand Quilting Class 5466 Class 5467 Class 5468 Class 5469 Class 5470 Class 5471 Class 5472 Class 5473 Class 5474 Class 5475 Class 5476 Class 5477
– Patchwork, hand – Appliqued, hand – Tied comforter, hand – Wall hanging, hand – Apparel, hand – Pillow, hand – Embroidery, hand – Quilt made by a group, hand – Original creation, hand – Photo quilt, hand – T-shirt quilt, hand – Other quilted item not listed, hand
SECTION D – QUILT BLOCK PATTERN Class 5487 – Ogemaw County Fair Quilt Block Contest. (Do not add batting or quilting to the block.) Background of block must be of unbleached cotton muslin, 13 inches square. All quilt blocks become the property of Ogemaw County Fair to be made into a finished quilt for the 2017 Ogemaw County Fair Raffle. Proceeds to support continued activities of the Fair. For further information contact: Holly Miller at 989-345-7856. See page 56 for block pattern.
SECTION E – CROCHETING Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5493 5494 5495 5496 5497 5498 5499 5500 5501 5502 5503 5504 5505 5506
– Adult sweater – Youth sweater – Infant sweater – Afghan, baby – Afghan, ripple, (approx. 40 x 60) – Afghan, block, (approx. 40 x 60) – Afghan, afghan stitch, (approx. 40x60) – Afghan, other (approx. 40 x 60) – Pillow – Mittens – Scarf – Hat – Rug – Bedspread
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5507 – Doily 5508 – Lace 5509 – Tablecloth 5510 – Animal 5511 – Original creation 5512 – Infant bonnet and booties 5513 – Handspun crocheted item 5514 – Specialty yarn, crocheted item 5515 – Other crocheted item not listed
SECTION F – KNITTING Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5524 5525 5526 5527 5528 5529 5530 5531 5532 5533 5534 5535 5536 5537 5538 5539 5540 5541 5542 5543 5544 5545
– Adult sweater, hand – Adult sweater, machine – Youth sweater – Infant sweater – Afghan, baby – Afghan, ripple, (approx. 40 x 60) – Afghan, block, (approx. 40 x 60 – Afghan, other (approx. 40 x 60) – Pillow – Rug – Bedspread –Tablecloth – Lace – Socks – Mittens – Scarf – Hat – Original creation – Hand-spun knitted item – Infant bonnet and booties – Specialty yarn knitted item – Other knitted item not listed
SECTION G – PILLOwS Class Class Class Class Class Class
Other than crochet or knit 5555 – Candlewick 5556 – Crewel 5557 – Cross stitch 5558 – Needlepoint - original 5559 – Original creation 5560 – Other pillow not listed
SECTION H – RUGS Class Class Class Class
Other than crochet or knit 5571 – Braided 5572 – Hooked 5573 – Loomed 5574 – Original creation
OGEMAW VETERINARY CLINIC Serving your large and small animal needs and a proud supporter of Ogemaw County 4-H Programs Jacob W. Langendorfer, D.V.M.
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Class 5575 – Other rugs not listed All projects must be created from scratch and be original work - no packaged kits.
SECTION I – OTHER NEEDLEwORK Class Class Class Class Class
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5586 – Embroidered tablecloth 5587 – Tatting 5588 – Counted cross stitch, framed, still life 5589 – Counted cross stitch, framed, life 5590 – Counted cross stitch wall hanging, unframed 5591 – Stamped cross stitch, framed 5592 – Stamped cross stitch, wall hanging, unframed 5593 – Embroidery 5594 – Needlepoint 5595 – Decorated Sweatshirt 5596 – Hardanger 5597 – Ribbon Embroidery 5598 – Drawn Thread 5599 – Smocking 5600 – Original creation 5601 – Other needlework not listed
SECTION J – DECORATIVE CRAFTS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5611 – Plastic canvas 5612 – Padded album 5613 – Rag doll 5614 – Soft sculpture 5615 – Stuffed animal 5616 – Latch Hook 5617 – Crewel 5618 – Counted cross stitch 5619 – Stamped cross stitch 5620 – Needlepoint, original 5621 – Needlepoint, mixed media 5622 – Needlepoint, embroidery 5623 – No Sew Throw 5624 – Lace net darning 5625 – Candlewicking 5630 – Doll dress 5631 – Cloth doll 5632 – Original creation 5633 – Other decorative craft not listed
SECTION K – HOLIDAY ITEMS NEEDLEwORK Other than crochet or knit
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5644 5645 5646 5647 5648 5649 5650 5651 5652 5653
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5654 5655 5656 5657 5658 5659 5660
– Card holder – Ornaments, beaded, limit 4 – Ornaments, felt, limit 4 – Ornaments, needlework, limit 4 – Ornaments, any other, limit 4 – Stocking, needlepoint – Stocking, fabric – Stocking, other, no crochet or knit – Tree skirt – Decoration, wall, door, ceiling or archway – Wreath, fabric – Wreath, other than pine cone – Nativity – Pillow – Tablecloth – Original creation – Other holiday item not listed
SECTION L – SHEEP TO SHAwL Tuesday, August 16 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Entry fee $3 1st - $35 2nd - $20 Consists of two-person team, one spinner and one knitter. Competition will be held in the Antique Village Shawl must be completed by 2 p.m. for judging Judging based on quality of spinning, knitting and creativity of design.
Contact Phyllis Mayhew, 685-2489 Class 5662 – Sheep to Shawl
SECTION M – SwEDISH wEAVING Class 5677 – Afghan Class 5678 – Towel Class 5679 – Miscellaneous
DEPARTMENT 41 OPEN CULINARY ARTS Superintendent: Karen Turner For premium and fee information see page 27 LAURETTA GREZESZAK AWARD This award is being sponsored by Lauretta’s family in her memory. She loved cooking and baking and has shared her delicious creations at many events. This will be awarded by the judge to the best exhibit in baked goods department.
See You At The Fair!!!
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° Sewer Lines Cleaned
° Lift Pumps Replaced on Septic Fields
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SECTION A – BAKED GOODS Display on small (6”) paper plate Class 5690 – Decorated Cookies, 3 Class 5691 – Oatmeal Cookies, 3 Class 5692 – Chocolate Chip Cookies, 3 Class 5693 – Peanut Butter Cookies, 3 Class 5694 – Molasses Cookies, 3 Class 5695 – Sugar Cookies, 3 Class 5696 – No-Bake Cookies, 3 Class 5697 – Sour Cream Cookies, 3 Class 5698 – Other Cookies not listed, 3 Class 5699 – Brownies, 3 Class 5700 – Other Bar Cookies not listed, 3 Class 5701 – Biscuits, 3 Class 5702 – Quick Bread, 1/2 loaf Class 5703 – Muffins, light, 3 Class 5704 – Herb bread, 1/2 loaf Class 5705 – Muffins, fruit, 3 Class 5706 – Coffee Cake, 1/2 Class 5707 – Yeast Bread, White, 1/2 loaf Class 5708 – Yeast Bread, Dark, 1/2 loaf Class 5709 – Yeast Rolls, Dinner, 3 Class 5710 – Yeast Rolls, Cinnamon, 3 Class 5711 – Yeast Coffee Cake, 1/2 Class 5712 – Yeast dough, other Class 5713 – Light Cake, 1/2 Class 5714 – Dark Cake, 1/2 Class 5715 – Angel Cake, 1/2 Class 5716 – Vegetable Cake, 1/2 Class 5717 – Other Cake not listed, 1/2 PLEASE NO GLASS PIE PLATES IN CLASSES 5718 THRU 5727 After judging, 1 pc. of pie must be left for display
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5718 5719 5720 5721 5722 5723 5724 5725 5726 5727 5728 5729
– Apple Pie – Cherry Pie – Blueberry Pie – Raspberry Pie – Peach Pie – Rhubarb Pie – Raisin Pie – Pecan Pie – Mincemeat Pie – Other fruit pie not listed – Tarts, 3, display on 6” paper plate – Bread Machine, yeast bread, white
SECTION B – CAKE DECORATION PROFESSIONAL Professional – Teachers or those who sell their cakes Class 5740 – Fair Theme, Professional All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair Class 5741 – Wedding Cake Class 5742 – Birthday Cake Class 5743 – Anniversary Cake Class 5744 – Decorated Cupcakes, 3 Class 5745 – Other cake not listed
AMATEUR Class 5746 – Fair Theme All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair Class 5747 – Wedding Cake Class 5748 – Birthday Cake Class 5749 – Anniversary Cake Class 5750 – Decorated Cupcakes, 3 Class 5751 – Other cake not listed
SECTION C – CANDY Display 3 Pieces on (6”) paper plate Class 5762 – Fudge, Light Class 5763 – Fudge, Dark Class 5764 – Rock Candy Class 5765 – Peanut Brittle Class 5766 – Dipped Chocolate Class 5767 – Other candy not listed One standard pint or quart jar. Canning jars to be opened at judges’ discretion. Jams and jellies may be displayed in half-pint jelly jars.
SECTION D – CANNED VEGETABLES Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5778 5779 5780 5781 5782 5783 5784 5785 5786 5787 5788 5789 5790 5791 5792
– Beets – Carrots – Corn – Sauerkraut – String beans, yellow, whole – String beans, yellow, cut – String beans, green, whole – String beans, green, cut – Tomatoes, whole – Tomatoes, chopped – Tomato Juice – Stewed Tomatoes – Potatoes – Dry Beans – Other canned vegetable not listed
SECTION E – CANNED FRUIT Class Class Class Class Class
5803 5804 5805 5806 5807
– Applesauce – Cherries, Sweet – Cherries, Sour – Peaches – Pears
Yeast Bread and Roll Competition Open Class In cooperation with Red Star Yeast we are pleased to offer first-place awards in the following categories: Yeast - White Bread Yeast - Dinner Rolls A Red Star Yeast proof of purchase must accompany each entry. Rule #9, in General Rules of the fair to be followed one entry per person, per class.
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Class Class Class Class
5808 – Blueberries 5809 – Raspberries 5810 – Blackberries 5811 – Other canned fruit not listed
SECTION F – CANNED JAMS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5822 5823 5824 5825 5826 5827 5828 5829 5830 5831
– Cherry – Grape – Raspberry – Strawberry – Marmalade – Blackberry – Blueberry – Apple Butter – Other butters – Other canned jams not listed
SECTION G – CANNED JELLIES Class Class Class Class Class
5842 5843 5844 5845 5846
– Apple – Grape – Raspberry – Blackberry – Other canned jelly not listed
Note: When entering Jams and Jellies, UPC Code from Ball Pectin needs to be attached to jar for entry in the Ball Award. See page 30 for Ball Fresh Preservative Awards.
SECTION H – CANNED PICKLED ITEMS Class Class Class Class Class Class
5857 5858 5859 5860 5861 5862
– – – – – –
Beets, pickled Hot Banana Peppers Bread and Butter Cucumber, Dill Cucumber, Sweet Other canned pickles not listed
2016 Award Announcement
SECTION I – CANNED RELISHES Class Class Class Class
5873 5874 5875 5876
– – – –
Cucumber Corn Zucchini Other canned relish not listed
SECTION J – SAUCES Class Class Class Class
5877 5878 5879 5880
– – – –
Chili Sauce Salsa Spaghetti Sauce Other canned sauce not listed
SECTION K – CANNED MEATS, FISH AND POULTRY Class Class Class Class
5890 5891 5892 5893
– – – –
Beef Fish Poultry Venison
DEPARTMENT 42 OPEN FINE ARTS DRAwINGS, PAINTINGS, SCULPTURE
Superintendent: Kristi Burton Only 1 exhibit per person per class For fees and premiums see page 27
PAINTINGS & DRAwINGS MUST BE FRAMED & wIRED FOR HANGING
2016 Award Announcement BALL® Fresh Preserving™ Award FOR YOUTH LEVEL
BALL Fresh Preserving™ Award FOR ADULT LEVEL ®
presented by:
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BALL® & KERR® Fresh Preserving Products
BALL® & KERR® Fresh Preserving Products Jarden Home Brands who bring you Ball® and Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products is proud to recocognized today’s fresh preserving (canning) enthusiasts. First and Second Place Awards will be given to those individuals judged as the best in designated recipe categories. A panel of judges will select the two best entries submitted by an adult for Fruit, Vegetable, Pickle, and Soft Spread categories. Entries must be preserved in Ball® or Ball® Collection Elite® Jars sealed with Ball® Lids and Bands or Ball® Collection Elite® Lids and Bands, or preserved in Kerr® Jars sealed with Kerr® Lids and Bands. In addition, soft spread entries will be limited to recipes prepared using Ball® Pectin: Original, No Sugar Needed or Liquid. A proof of purchase for Ball® Pectin must be provided at time of entry. Entries designated First Place from each category will receive the following: • Two (2) Five Dollar ($5.00) Coupons for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products and one (1) Three Dollar ($3.00) Coupon for Ball ® Pectin Products. Entries designated Second Place from each category will receive the following: • One (1) Five Dollar ($5.00) Coupon for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products and one (1) Three Dollar ($3.00) Coupon for Ball® Pectin Products.
In recognition of youth who excel in the art of fresh preserving (canning), Jarden Home Brands who bring you Ball® and Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products will present First Place Awards in designated recipe categories. A panel of judges will select the best entry submitted by a youth in each category for Fruit, Vegetable, Pickle, and Soft Spread. Entries must be preserved in Ball® or Ball® Collection Elite® Jars sealed with Ball® Lids and Bands or Ball® Collection Elite® Lids and Bands, or preserved in Kerr® Jars sealed with Kerr® Lids and Bands. In addition, soft spread entries will be limited to recipes prepared using Ball® Pectin: Original, No Sugar Needed or Liquid. A proof of purchase for Ball® Pectin must be provided at time of entry. The best entry from each category will receive the following: • One (1) Five-Dollar ($5.00) Coupon for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products and one (1) Three Dollar ($3) Coupon for Ball® Pectin Products.
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Jerry Reasner Memorial Award
This award is being given in memory of Jerry Reasner by family and friends. Jerry loved her craft and was always encouraging others to give it a try. In her memory there will be a gift certificate given for art supplies. This will be awarded by the judge to the artist that shows ability and promise in the amateur and youth department of paintings.
SECTION A – SPECIAL AwARD ANY MEDIA Class 5904 – Fair Theme All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair
SECTION B – CHARCOAL DRAwINGS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5910 – Landscape 5911 – Seascape 5912 – Animal 5913 – Birds 5914 – Portrait 5915 – Flowers 5916 – Still Life 5917 – Abstract 5918 – Other charcoal drawing not listed
SECTION C – PEN AND INK DRAwING Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5929 5930 5931 5932 5933 5934 5935 5936 5937
– Landscape – Seascape – Animal – Birds – Portrait – Flowers – Still Life – Abstract – Other pen and ink drawing not listed
SECTION D – PENCIL DRAwING Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5948 5949 5950 5951 5952 5953 5954 5955 5956
– Landscape – Seascape – Animal – Birds – Portrait – Flowers – Still Life – Abstract – Other pencil drawing not listed
SECTION E – FELT TIP DRAwING Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5967 5968 5969 5970 5971 5972 5973 5974 5975
– Landscape – Seascape – Animal – Birds – Portrait – Flowers – Still Life – Abstract – Felt tip, other not listed
SECTION F – COLORED PENCIL DRAwINGS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
5986 5987 5988 5989 5990 5991 5992 5993 5994
– Landscape – Seascape – Animal – Birds – Portrait – Flowers – Still Life – Abstract – Colored pencil, other not listed
SECTION G – PASTELS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6005 – Landscape 6006 – Seascape 6007 – Animal 6008 – Birds 6009 – Portrait 6010 – Flowers 6011 – Still Life 6012 – Abstract 6013 – Pastel, other not listed
SECTION H – PAINTINGS – PROFESSIONAL Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
Professional – Teachers or those who sell their paintings 6024 – Oil/Acrylic, Landscape 6025 – Oil/Acrylic, Seascape 6026 – Oil/Acrylic, Animals 6027 – Oil/Acrylic, Birds 6028 – Oil/Acrylic,Portrait 6029 – Oil/Acrylic, Flowers 6030 – Oil/Acrylic, Still Life
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Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6031 6032 6033 6034 6035 6036 6037 6038 6039 6040 6041
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Oil/Acrylic, Abstract Oil/Acrylic, other not listed Watercolor, Landscape Watercolor, Seascape Watercolor, Animal Watercolor, Birds Watercolor, Portrait Watercolor, Flowers Watercolor, Still Life Watercolor, Abstract Watercolor, other not listed
Class 6096 – Painted Saw, Slate or other metal Class 6097 – Painted objects, other not listed
SECTION L – MISCELLANEOUS PAINTED OBJECTS - AMATEUR Class Class Class Class Class
DEPARTMENT 43 OPEN FOLK ARTS
SECTION I – PAINTINGS – AMATEUR Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6052 6053 6054 6055 6056 6057 6058 6059 6060 6061 6062 6063 6064 6065 6066 6067 6068 6069
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
Oil/Acrylic, Landscape Oil/Acrylic, Seascape Oil/Acrylic, Animal Oil/Acrylic, Birds Oil/Acrylic, Portrait Oil/Acrylic, Flowers Oil/Acrylic, Still Life Oil/Acrylic, Abstract Oil/Acrylic, other not listed Watercolor, Landscape Watercolor, Seascape Watercolor, Animal Watercolor, Birds Watercolor, Portrait Watercolor, Flowers Watercolor, Still Life Watercolor, Abstract Watercolor, other not listed
Superintendent: Mary Delmonte All projects must be original - no packaged kits For fees and premiums see page 27
Vern Clemens Memorial Award
This award is being given in memory of Vern Clemens by his family. Vern was part of the steering committee that re-established the Ogemaw County Fair. Vern loved all aspects of the fair. He really enjoyed wood crafting and creating projects with wood. In his memory, a gift certificate will be given for woodworking supplies. This will be awarded by the judge to the person who shows outstanding ability and promise in Department 43, Section E - Wood Products.
SECTION A – MISCELLANEOUS CRAFT
SECTION J – SCULPTURE Class Class Class Class
6080 6081 6082 6083
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Clay Metal Paper Mache Sculpture, other not listed
SECTION K – MISCELLANEOUS PAINTED OBJECTS - PROFESSIONAL Professional – Teachers or those who sell their paintings Class 6094 – Texture Painting Class 6095 – Painted Rock
6109 – Texture Painting 6110 – Painted Rock 6111 – Painted Saw, Slate or other metal 6112 – Painted Wood 6113 – Painted objects, other not listed
(Any craft, painted, wired, glued, etc.) Class 6124 – Paper Twist Class 6125 – Weaving Class 6126 – Doll Class 6127 – Macrame Class 6128 – Hair Accessory, Barrette, etc. (1 pc.) Class 6129 – Decoupage Class 6130 – Calligraphy Class 6131 – Tole Painting Class 6132 – Stained Glass Class 6133 – Etched or Engraved Glass Class 6134 – Wheat Weaving Class 6135 – Decorated Sweatshirt Class 6136 – Painted Article, Clothing or Accessory Class 6137 – Spinning Class 6138 – Leather Item Class 6139 – Candle
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Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6140 6141 6142 6143 6144 6145 6146 6147
– Caning (chair or etc.) – Ink & Scrub – Paper Tole – Greeting Card (1 only) – Lamp – Any painted fabric item – Jewelry – Craft, other not listed
Class Class Class Class Class Class
SECTION B – wREATHS & SwAGS Class Class Class Class
6152 6153 6154 6155
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Pine Cone Grapevine Straw Wreath or swag, other not listed
SECTION C – BASKETRY
Class 6161 – Coil basketry – Pine needles and sweet grass material Class 6162 – Ash basketry – Hand-hewn material Class 6163 – Flat reed – Commercial material Class 6164 – Round reed – Commercial material Class 6165 – Combination of flat or round reed basketry Class 6166 – Original design Class 6167 – Decorated basket Class 6168 – Basket, other not listed
SECTION D – CHRISTMAS ITEMS Class Class Class Class Class Class
(Painted, wired, glued, etc.) 6174 – Ornament 6175 – Tole Painting 6176 – Sweatshirt 6177 – Nativity 6178 – Wreath 6179 – Christmas, other item not listed
SECTION E – wOOD PRODUCTS
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Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
– Toys – Clock or watch – Fret work – Plain painted wood object – Decorative painted wood object – Other wood product (no carving) not listed 6198 – Carving, animal 6199 – Carving, fish 6200 – Carving, bird 6201 – Carving, relief (3-D) 6202 – Carving, characters 6203 – Other carving not listed 6204 – Power carving, animal 6205 – Power carving, fish 6206 – Power carving, bird 6207 – Power carving, relief (3-D) 6208 – Power carving, characters 6209 – Other power carving not listed 6210 – Wood turning, bowl, professional 6211 – Wood turning, spindlework, professional 6212 – Wood turning, pen/pencil, professional 6213 – Wood turning, box, professional 6214 – Wood turning, top, professional 6215 – Wood turning, other, professional 6216 – Wood turning, bowl, amateur 6217 – Wood turning, spindlework, amateur 6218 – Wood turning, pen/pencil, amateur 6219 – Wood turning, box, amateur 6220 – Wood turning, top, amateur 6221 – Wood turning, other, amateur
SECTION F– CERAMICS – PROFESSIONAL
Class Class Class Class Class
Superintendent: Kristi Burton Professional – Teachers or those who sell their ceramics 6223 – Underglaze 6224 – Glaze, poured piece 6225 – Glaze, hand built 6226 – Glaze, wheel thrown 6227 – Air Brush, poured piece
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Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6192 6193 6194 6195 6196 6197
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Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6228 6229 6230 6231 6232 6233 6234 6235 6236 6237 6238 6239 6240 6241 6242 6243 6244 6245 6246 6247 6248 6249
– Air Brush, hand built – Air Brush, wheel thrown – Stains, opaque – Stains, translucent – Stains, pearls – Chalks – Specialties – Dry Brush – Fired decals – Rub-ons – Antiquing – China painting – Porcelain – Pottery, wheel – Pottery, hand assembly – Christmas, poured piece – Christmas, hand built – Christmas, wheel thrown – Holiday (except Christmas) – Color wash – Silk Screening Technique – Other ceramics not listed
SECTION G – CERAMICS – AMATEUR Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6254 6255 6256 6257 6258 6259 6260 6261 6262 6263 6264 6265 6266 6267 6268 6269 6270 6271 6272 6273 6274
– Underglaze – Glaze, poured piece – Glaze, hand built – Glaze, wheel thrown – Air Brush, poured piece – Air Brush, hand built – Air Brush, wheel thrown – Stains, opaque – Stains, translucent – Stains, pearls – Chalks – Specialties – Dry Brush – Fired decals – Rub-ons – Antiquing – China painting – Porcelain – Pottery, wheel – Pottery, hand assembly – Christmas, poured piece
Class Class Class Class Class Class
6275 6276 6277 6278 6279 6280
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Christmas, hand built Christmas, wheel thrown Holiday, (except Christmas) Color wash Silk Screening Technique Other Ceramics not listed
SECTION H – HOBBIES Class Class Class Class
6285 6286 6287 6288
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Recycled Item Pumpkin, Squash or Gourd - decorated Pine Cone Item Scrapbook
SECTION I – COLLECTIONS Large items accepted pending availability. Check with superintendent. Class 6294 – Coin collection Class 6295 – Doll collection, not more than 8 Class 6296 – Bugs and butterflies Class 6297 – Stamps Class 6298 – Toy Tractor, 1/16 scale, 6 tractors Class 6299 – Toy Machinery, 1/16 scale, 6 pieces Class 6300 – Toy Tractor, 1/64 scale, 6 tractors Class 6301 – Toy Machinery, 1/64 scale, 6 pieces Class 6302 – Baseball cards Class 6303 – Comic books Class 6304 – Buttons, general Class 6305 – Trains, 6 Class 6306 – Teddy Bears, 6 Class 6307 – Miniatures, 8 Class 6308 – Spoons, 12 Class 6309 – Other collections not listed
SECTION J – TAXIDERMY Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6315 6316 6317 6318 6319 6320 6321 6322
– Animal - Professional – Fowl - Professional – Fish - Professional – Other taxidermy not listed - Professional – Animal - Amateur – Fowl - Amateur – Fish - Amateur – Other taxidermy not listed - Amateur
Exhibitors entry form available on pages 68 and 62
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DEPARTMENT 44 OPEN PHOTOGRAPHY Superintendent: Shannon Symons For fees and premiums see page 27
PHOTOGRAPHS MUST BE FRAMED AND wIRED FOR HANGING SECTION A – PROFESSIONAL, BLACK & wHITE Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
Professional – Teachers or those who sell their photography 6328 – Scenic 6329 – Animals 6330 – Birds 6331 – Flowers 6332 – Still life 6333 – Portrait 6334 – Group 6335 – Macro 6336 – Other not listed
SECTION B – PROFESSIONAL, COLOR Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6340 6341 6342 6343 6344 6345 6346 6347 6348
– Scenic – Animals – Birds – Flowers – Still life – Portrait – Group – Macro – Other not listed
6350 6351 6352 6353 6354 6355 6356 6357 6358
– Scenic – Animals – Birds – Flowers – Still life – Portrait – Group – Macro – Other not listed
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6369 6370 6371 6372 6373 6374 6375 6376 6377
– Scenics – Animals – Birds – Flowers – Still life – Portrait – Group – Macro – Other not listed
SECTION E – GENERAL PHOTOGRAPHY Class 6388 – Computer & Digital Manipulations Class 6389 – Antique photography, over 50 years
DEPARTMENT 46 OPEN AGRICULTURE Superintendent: Sue Wangler For fees and premiums see page 27 Roots must be free of soil and in tubs, baskets, boxes or other cartons. Fresh vegetables, of like kind, can be exchanged on Thursday morning before noon. Only 1 exhibit per person per class
SECTION A – CROPS
SECTION C – AMATEUR, BLACK & wHITE Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
SECTION D – AMATEUR, COLOR
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6395 – Grain Corn, 3 stalks with roots 6396 – Silage Corn, 3 stalks with roots 6397 – Sweet Corn, 3 stalks with roots 6398 – Small Grains, oats, 1 pint 6399 – Small Grains, barley, 1 pint 6400 – Small Grains, rye, 1 pint 6401 – Small Grains, wheat, 1 pint 6402 – Alfalfa Seed, 1 pint 6403 – Clover Seed, 1 pint 6404 – Sunflower, 3 heads 6405 – Soybeans, 3 stalks with roots 6406 – Navy Beans, 1 pint 6407 – Pinto Beans, 1 pint 6408 – Soy Beans, 1 pint 6409 – Baled Hay, 1st cutting, 3 flakes 6410 – Baled Hay, 2nd cutting, 3 flakes 6411 – Hay Sheath, 2nd or 3rd cutting 6412 – All others, 1 pint
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SECTION B – EGGS Must be shown in cartons Class 6423 – Eggs, 1 dozen Class 6424 – Eggs, game bird, 1 dozen
SECTION C – MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCTS Class 6430 – Maple Syrup, in glass jar Class 6431 – Maple Syrup by-products
SECTION D – APIARY Class 6437 – Honeycomb Class 6438 – Strained honey
SECTION E – ROOT CROPS Class 6439 – Red Potatoes, 5 Class 6440 – White Potatoes, 5 Class 6441 – Red Beets, 5, trim tops 1/2-1”, root left on Class 6442 – Carrots, 5, trim tops 1/2-1” root left on Class 6443 – Cooking Onions, 5, tops 1/2-1” Class 6444 – Sweet Onions, 3, tops 1/2-1” Class 6445 – Green Onions, bunch of 10, do not remove roots or tops Class 6446 – Radishes, 5, tops 1/2-1” Class 6447 – Parsnips, 5, tops 1/2”, root left on Class 6448 – Sugar Beets, 3 Class 6449 – Rutabaga, 1, trim tops 1/2-1” Class 6450 – Turnips, 3, top 1/2-1”, roots 2-3” Class 6451 – Other root crop not listed, 5
SECTION F – VEGETABLES Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6462 6463 6464 6465 6466 6467 6468 6469 6470 6471
– Purple Beans,12, 1/4” stem – Green Beans,12, 1/4” stem – Yellow Beans,12, 1/4” stem – Peas,12, 1/4” stem – Peppers, sweet, 3, leave stem – Peppers, hot, 5, leave stem – Tomatoes, green, 5, leave stem – Tomatoes, pink, 5, remove stem – Tomatoes, red, 5, remove stem – Cherry Tomatoes, all red, all pink or all green, 10. Remove stem on red and pink. Leave stem on green. Class 6472 – Cherry Tomatoes, may be all red, pink, green or mixed. 1 foot maximum vine length. At least 10 tomatoes on same vine.
Class 6473 – Roma Tomatoes, all red, all pink or all green, 5. Remove stem on red and pink. Leave stem on green. Class 6474 – Cabbage, Green, 1 head Class 6475 – Cabbage, Red or Purple, 1 head Class 6476 – Broccoli, 1 head Class 6477 – Cauliflower, 1 head Class 6478 – Brussel Sprouts, 12, stems 1/4” Class 6479 – Egg Plant, 1, stem 1-1 1/2” Class 6480 – Kohlrabi, 5, stem 1/2” Class 6481 – Celery, 1 bunch Class 6482 – Head Lettuce, 1 head Class 6483 – Swiss Chard, 1 bunch Class 6484 – Sweet Corn, 5 ears, with husk, no holes cut in Class 6485 – Indian Corn, 3 ears, husk pulled back Class 6486 – Popcorn, 3 ears, husk pulled back Class 6487 – Other vegetable not listed
SECTION G – VINE CROP
Class 6498 – Cucumber, slicers, 5, leave stem 1-1 1/2” Class 6499 – Cucumber, pickling, 5, leave stem 1-1 1/2” Class 6500 – Pumpkin, pie,1 Class 6501 – Pumpkin, Jack-o-lantern, 1 Class 6502 – Zucchini, 3 small, leave stem, trim neatly Class 6503 – Crookneck, yellow, 3 small, leave stem, trim neatly Class 6504 – Straightneck, 3, leave stem, trim neatly Class 6505 – Pattypan, 3 Class 6506 – Squash, winter, 1, leave stem, trim neatly Class 6507 – Squash, other, 1, leave stem, trim neatly Class 6508 – Squash, spaghetti, 1 Class 6509 – Watermelon, 1, stem 1” Class 6510 – Muskmelon, 1, if mature, remove stem Class 6511 – Oddities – Gourds or ornamentals, 3 Class 6512 – Other vine crop not listed
SECTION H – VEGETABLE DISPLAY Class 6523 – Largest Vegetable (May not be shown in any other class and will be judged on quality)
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Class 6524 – Vegetable Display, 8 or more different varieties of vegetables
SECTION I – HERBS
Growing herbs are to be shown in vases Class 6530 – Basil, fresh, 1 bunch, 1” diameter Must be shown in vase
Class 6531 – Basil, dry , 1/2 cup Class 6532 – Basil, potted Class 6533 – Parsley, fresh, 1 bunch, 1” diameter Must be shown in vase
Class 6534 – Parsley, dry, 1/2 cup Class 6535 – Parsley, potted Class 6536 – Dill, fresh, 1 bunch, 1” diameter Must be shown in vase
Class 6537 – Dill, dry, 1/2 cup Class 6538 – Dill, potted Class 6539 – Sage, fresh, 1 bunch, 1” diameter Must be shown in vase
Class 6540 – Sage, dry, 1/2 cup Class 6541 – Sage, potted Class 6542 – Other herb not listed
SECTION J – FRUITS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6553 6554 6555 6556 6557 6558 6559 6560 6561 6562 6563
– Apples, 3, stems on – Cherries, 1 cup per plate, stems on – Blueberries, 1 pint – Raspberries, 1 pint – Strawberries, 1 pint – Peaches, 3 – Pears, 3 – Plums, 3 – Rhubarb, 5 stalks with leaves – Grapes, 1 bunch – Other fruit not listed
DEPARTMENT 47 OPEN FLORICULTURE Superintendent: Delinn Keetch For premium & fee information See page 27 Flowers exhibited in this section must have been raised by the exhibitor. Fresh flowers, of like kind, can be exchanged on Thursday morning before noon. Small flowers should be as similar as possible, i.e., variety, color, size, etc.
SECTION A – CUT FLOwERS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
6574 6575 6576 6577 6578 6579 6580 6581 6582 6583 6584 6585 6586 6587 6588 6589 6590 6591 6592 6593 6594 6595 6596
– Gladiolus, red, 1 spike – Gladiolus, yellow, 1 spike – Gladiolus, white, 1 spike – Gladiolus, bi-color, 1 spike – Gladiolus, other, 1 spike – Rose, red, 1 flower – Rose, pink, 1 flower – Rose, yellow, 1 flower – Rose, bi-color, 1 flower – Rose, other, 1 flower – Zinnia, 1 large flower, over 3 1/2” – Zinnia, 3 small flowers, 3 1/2” or under – Marigold, 1 large flower – Marigold, 3 small flowers – Petunia, single, 3 flowers – Petunia, double, 3 flowers – Snapdragons, 3 spikes – Asters, 3 flowers – Coneflower, 1 large, over 3 1/2” – Coneflower, 3 small, 3 1/2” or under – Pansy, 3 flowers – Multiple Blooms, 1 stem – Other Annuals, 1 large flower, over 3 1/2”, not listed Class 6597 – Other Annuals, 3 small flowers, 3 1/2” or under, not listed Class 6598 – Other Perennials, 1 large flower over 3 1/2”, not listed Class 6599 – Other Perennials, 3 small flowers 3 1/2” or under, not listed
SECTION B – FLORAL DESIGN PROFESSIONAL Professional – Teachers or those who sell or make arrangements. Class 6610 – Arrangement using all fresh flowers and foliage Class 6611 – Arrangement using only dried flowers and foliage
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Class 6612 – Arrangement using dried and silk materials Class 6613 – Seasonal or holiday, fresh flowers and foliage only Class 6614 – Arrangement using only fresh, wild or roadside flowers and foliage Class 6615 – Fair theme arrangements All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair Class 6616 – Miniature arrangement, must measure no more than 8” in any direction, including container, fresh materials only Class 6617 – Tea time, fresh, silk or dried materials Class 6618 – Arrangement, garden Class 6619 – Up North theme, fresh, silk or dried materials Class 6620 – Other floral design not listed
SECTION C – FLORAL DESIGN AMATEUR Class 6631 – Arrangement using all fresh flowers and foliage Class 6632 – Arrangement using only dried flowers and foliage Class 6633 – Arrangement using dried and silk materials Class 6634 – Seasonal or holiday, fresh, dried or silk flowers and/or foliage only Class 6635 – Arrangement using only fresh, wild or roadside flowers and foliage Class 6636 – Fair theme arrangements All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair Class 6637 – Miniature arrangement, must measure no more than 8” in any direction Including container, fresh materials only Class 6638 – Tea time, fresh, silk or dried materials Class 6639 – Arrangement, garden Class 6640 – Up North theme, fresh, silk or dried materials Class 6641 – Other floral design not listed
DEPARTMENT 48 OPEN HORTICULTURE Superintendent: Delinn Keetch For fees and premiums see page 27 Potted plants must have been in possession of exhibitor for at least 3 months prior to the fair. Plants must be free from disease or insects. Hanging plants must be in containers ready to hang. Care of plants is the responsibility of the exhibitor. Flower pots must not be too heavy to move.
SECTION A – POTTED PLANTS Class Class Class Class
6653 6654 6655 6656
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Potted plant, foliage only Potted plant, flowering Cactus or other succulent Dish garden or terrarium
Class 6657 – Hanging basket Class 6658 – Other potted plant not listed
YOUTH DIVISION Premium Information: A-$2.50 B-$2.00 C-$1.50 Only 1 article per person, per class
DEPARTMENT 60 YOUTH NEEDLEwORK Superintendent: Jody Zimmer
SECTION A – wEARING APPAREL Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
400 – Dress 401 – Evening dress 402 – Skirt 403 – Shirt or blouse 404 – Slacks or jeans 405 – Jacket or sport coat 406 – Two piece outfit 407 – Child’s garment 408 – Quilted apparel 409 – Sweatsuit 410 – Sweatshirt 411 – Other wearing apparel item not listed
All projects must be original - no packaged kits. Any craft done with a needle, crochet hook, knitting needle, etc.
SECTION B – KNIT OR CROCHET Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
423 424 425 426 427 428 429
– Adult, crocheted sweater – Adult, knitted sweater – Infant, crocheted sweater – Infant, knitted sweater – Knitted Set, bonnet and booties – Crocheted Set, bonnet and booties – Other knit or crochet item not listed
SECTION C – AFGHANS Class 441 – Afghan, crochet Class 442 – Afghan, knit
SECTION D – QUILTS Class Class Class Class Class Class
453 454 455 456 457 458
– Machine-quilted item – Hand-quilted item – Hand tied – Wall hanging – Throw – Other quilted item not listed
SECTION E – PILLOwS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
468 469 470 471 472 473 474 475 476 477
– Appliqued – Candlewick – Crewel – Crocheted – Cross-stitch – Knitted – Needlepoint, original – Needlepunch, embroidery – Patchwork/Quilted – Other pillow not listed
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SECTION F – RUGS Class Class Class Class Class Class
488 489 490 491 492 493
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Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
Braided Crocheted Hooked Loomed Knitted Other rug not listed
Class 504 – Counted cross-stitch, wall hanging, framed Class 505 – Counted cross-stitch, wall hanging, unframed Class 506 – Stamped cross-stitch, wall hanging, framed Class 507 – Stamped cross-stitch, wall hanging, unframed Class 508 – Embroidery Class 509 – Needlepoint Class 510 – Decorated sweatshirt Class 511 – Other needlework not listed
Class Class Class Class Class Class
Class 522 – Padded album Class 523 – Rag dolls Class 524 – Doll, other Class 525 – Stuffed animals Class 526 – Latch hook Class 527 – Counted cross-stitch Class 528 – Stamped cross-stitch Class 529 – Needlepoint, original Class 530 – Needlepoint, mixed media Class 531 – Needlepunch, embroidery Class 532 – Lace net darning Class 533 – Candlewicking Class 534 – Doll dress Class 535 – Crocheted animal Class 536 – Other decorative craft not listed Class 537 – Pee Wee - decorative craft, 2-5 yrs. Needlework Only Cardholder Ornaments, beaded, limit 4 Ornaments, felt, limit 4 Ornaments, needlework, limit 4 Class 551 – Ornaments, any other, limit 4 547 548 549 550
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569 570 571 572 573 574
– Ornaments, limit 4 – Jewelry – Picture frame – Tissue box – Wall hanging – Pee Wee - plastic canvas, 2-5 yrs.
DEPARTMENT 61 YOUTH CULINARY ARTS Superintendent: Cindy Rosebrugh See page 41 for premium information.
SECTION H – DECORATIVE CRAFTS
Class Class Class Class
– Stocking, crochet – Stocking, knitted – Stocking, needlepoint – Stocking, fabric – Stocking, other – Tree skirt – Other Christmas item not listed
SECTION J – PLASTIC CANVAS
SECTION G – OTHER NEEDLEwORK
SECTION I – CHRISTMAS ITEMS
552 553 554 555 556 557 558
LAURETTA GREZESZAK AWARD This award is being sponsored by Lauretta’s family in her memory. She loved cooking and baking and has shared her delicious creations at many events. This will be awarded by the judge to the best exhibit in baked goods department.
SECTION A – BAKED GOODS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
584 585 586 587 588 589 590 591 592 593 594 595 596 597 598 599
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Oatmeal cookies, 3 Chocolate chip cookies, 3 Peanut butter cookies, 3 Molasses cookies, 3 Sugar cookies, 3 No-Bake cookies, 3 Sour cream cookies, 3 Other cookies, not listed, 3 Brownies, 3 Bar cookies, other, 3 Biscuits, 3 Quick bread, 1/2 loaf Muffins, light, 3 Muffins, dark, 3 Muffins, fruit, 3 Coffee cake, 1/2
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Class 600 – Yeast bread, white, 1/2 loaf Class 601 – Yeast rolls, dinner, 3 Class 602 – Yeast rolls, sweet, 3 Class 603 – Yeast coffee cake, 1/2 Class 604 – Light cake, 1/2 Class 605 – Dark cake, 1/2 Class 606 – Angel cake, 1/2 Class 607 – Other cake not listed, 1/2 Class 608 – Cupcakes, 3 Please no glass pie plates for Classes 609-616
Class 660 – Corn Class 661 – Peas Class 662 – String beans, yellow Class 663 – String beans, green Class 664 – Tomatoes Class 665 – Tomato juice Class 666 – Salsa Class 667 – Chili sauce Class 668 – Other vegetable not listed
After judging, 1 piece of pie must be left for display
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
609 – Apple pie 610 – Cherry pie 611 – Blueberry pie 612 – Raspberry pie 613 – Peach pie 614 – Rhubarb pie 615 – Pecan pie 616 – Other fruit pie not listed 617 – Pee Wee - baked goods, 2-5 yrs.
Class Class Class Class Class
Only decoration will be judged. Class 626 – Fair Theme: All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair Class 627 – Wedding cake Class 628 – Birthday cake Class 629 – Bridal Shower cake Class 630 – Anniversary cake Class 631 – Baby Shower cake Class 632 – Other cake not listed – – – – –
Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
692 693 694 695 696
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Cherry Grape Raspberry Strawberry Other jam not listed
707 708 709 710
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Grape Raspberry Blackberry Other jelly not listed
721 722 723 724 725
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Beet Bread-and-butter Cucumber, dill Cucumber, sweet Other pickles not listed
SECTION I – CANNED RELISHES Class 736 – Cucumber Class 737 – Corn Class 738 – Other relish not listed
One standard pint or quart jar. Canning jars to be opened at judges’ discretion. Jams and jellies may be displayed in half-pint jelly jars.
SECTION D – CANNED VEGETABLES
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– Applesauce – Peaches – Pears – Raspberries – Other fruit not listed
SECTION H – CANNED PICKLES
Fudge, light Fudge, dark Hard candy Peanut brittle Other candy not listed
Class 658 – Beets Class 659 – Carrots
677 678 679 680 681
SECTION G – CANNED JELLIES
SECTION C – CANDY 643 644 645 646 647
Class Class Class Class Class
SECTION F – CANNED JAMS
SECTION B – CAKE DECORATION
Class Class Class Class Class
SECTION E – CANNED FRUIT
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DEPARTMENT 62 YOUTH FINE ARTS Superintendent: Chelsey Clemens See page 41 for premium information. All projects must be original - no kits. Only 1 article per person per class Paintings, drawings and photographs must be suitable for hanging
SECTION A – SPECIAL AwARD ANY MEDIA
Class 751 – Fair Theme: All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair Class 752 – Barrel Painting Contest See page 10, Youth Division, Number 7 for details.
SECTION B – DRAwINGS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
763 764 765 766 767 768 769
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Charcoal Pen and Ink Pencil Felt Tip Colored Pencil Other drawings not listed Pee Wee drawing, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION C – PASTELS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
779 780 781 782 783 784 785
– Landscape – Animal – Portrait – Flowers – Still life – Other pastels not listed – Pee Wee pastels, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION D – PAINTINGS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
795 796 797 798 799 800 801 802 803 804 805 806 807
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Oil/Acrylic, landscape Oil/Acrylic, animal Oil/Acrylic, portrait Oil/Acrylic, flowers Oil/Acrylic, Still Life Other Oil/Acrylic not listed Watercolor, Landscape Watercolor, Animal Watercolor, Portrait Watercolor, Flowers Watercolor, still life Other watercolor not listed Pee Wee painting, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION E – SCULPTURE Class Class Class Class Class
817 818 819 820 821
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Clay Metal Paper mache Other sculpture not listed Pee Wee sculpture, 2-5 yrs.
DEPARTMENT 63 YOUTH FOLK ARTS
Superintendent: Jody Zimmer See page 41 for premium information.
SECTION A – MISCELLANEOUS CRAFT Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
Any craft painted, wired, glued, etc. 831 – Basketry 832 – String art 833 – Jewelry 834 – Wreaths 835 – Decorated sweatshirt 836 – Painted sweatshirt 837 – Spinning 838 – Leather items 839 – Painted Rock 840 – Recycled Item 841 – Other miscellaneous crafts not listed 842 – Pee Wee - miscellaneous craft, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION B – CERAMICS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
845 846 847 848 849 850 851 852 853 854 855 856 857 858 859 860 861 862 863
– Underglaze – Glaze – Air Brushing – Stains, opaque – Stains, translucent – Stains, pearls – Chalks – Specialties – Dry Brush – Fired decals – Rub Ons – Antiquing – China painting – Pottery, wheel – Pottery, hand assembly – Christmas ceramics – Holiday ceramics, except Christmas – Other ceramics not listed – Pee Wee - ceramics, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION C – LANGUAGE ARTS
Learning Objective: To encourage youth to develop and enhance their creative writing skills. Class Class Class Class
868 869 870 871
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Calligraphy Greeting card Short Story, 1 page Poetry, 1 page
SECTION D – CHRISTMAS ITEMS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
876 877 878 879 880 881 882
– Wreaths, pine cone/natural material – Ornaments – Tole painting – Sweatshirt – Nativity – Other Christmas items not listed – Pee Wee - Christmas item, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION E – wOOD PROJECTS Class 887 – Carvings Class 888 – Large projects, value over $25 Class 889 – Small projects, value under $25
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Class Class Class Class
890 891 892 893
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Bird house Bird feeder Furniture Other wood projects not listed
SECTION F – GLASS Class 899 – Etched Class 900 – Stained Class 901 – Other glass not listed
SECTION G – HOBBIES Class 907 – Scrapbook Class 908 – Legos,1 Class 909 – Boat model, 1 Class 910 – Car model, 1 Class 911 – Airplane model, 1 Class 912 – Dollhouse, furnished, 1 Class 913 – K-nex, 1 Class 914 – Other hobbies not listed Class 915 – Pee Wee - hobbies, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION H – COLLECTIONS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
920 921 922 923 924 925 926 927 928 929 930 931 932 933 934 935
– Trains, 027 gauge, 6 pcs. – Trains, HO gauge, 6 pcs. – Coin collection – Doll collection – 10 or less – Bugs and Butterflies – Stamps – Toy Tractors, 1/16 scale, 6 pcs. – Toy Machinery, 1/16 scale, 6 pcs. – Toy Tractor, 1/64 scale, 6 pcs. – Toy Machinery, 1/64 scale, 6 pcs. – Sports Cards – Comic Books – Buttons – general – Rock Collection – Other collections not listed – Pee Wee - collections, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION I – TAXIDERMY Learning Objective: To educate youth the proper techniques in preserving wildlife. Class 939 – Taxidermy
DEPARTMENT 64 YOUTH PHOTOGRAPHY Superintendent: Jean Peterson See page 41 for premium information. YOUTH PHOTOS SHOULD BE FRAMED AND READY TO HANG OR BE DISPLAYED
SECTION A – BLACK & wHITE Class Class Class Class Class Class
940 941 942 943 944 945
– Scenic – Animals and Birds – Flowers – Still life – Portrait – Any other not listed
SECTION B – COLOR
Class 956 – Scenic Class 957 – Animals and Birds Class 958 – Flowers Class 959 – Still life Class 960 – Portrait Class 961 – Any other not listed Class 962 – Pee Wee - color photography, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION C – FILTERS & SPECIAL EFFECTS Class 963 – Black & White Class 964 – Color
DEPARTMENT 66 YOUTH AGRICULTURE Superintendents: Carrie Reetz and Gayle Bennett See page 41 for premium information. Roots must be free of soil and in tubs, basket, boxes or other cartons. Fresh vegetables, of like kind, can be exchanged on Thursday morning before noon. PRODUCE MUST BE GROwN BY EXHIBITORS
SECTION A – CROPS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
972 973 974 975 976 977 978 979 980 981 982 983 984 985 986 987
– Grain corn, 3 stalks with roots – Silage corn, 3 stalks with roots – Sweet corn, 3 stalks with roots – Small grains, oats, 1 pint – Small grains, barley, 1 pint – Small grains, rye, 1 pint – Small grains, wheat, 1 pint – Alfalfa seed, 1 pint – Clover seed, 1 pint – Sunflowers, 3 heads with roots – Pinto beans, 1 pint – Navy beans, 1 pint – Soy beans, 1 pint – Baled hay, 1st cut, 3 flakes – Baled hay, 2nd cut, 3 flakes – Fresh Cut Alfalfa, 1 bunch, 2” diameter Class 988 – Other crops not listed, 1 pint
SECTION B – EGGS Must be shown in cartons Class 999 – Eggs, 1 dozen Class 1000 – Pee Wee - eggs, 2-5 yrs. Class 1001 – Duck Eggs
SECTION C – MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCTS Class 1010 – Maple syrup, in glass jars Class 1011 – Maple syrup by-products
SECTION D – APIARY Class 1022 – Honeycomb
SECTION E – ROOT CROPS Root crops must be washed Class 1033 – Potatoes, 5 Class 1034 – Red beets, 5, trim top 1/2-1”, root left on Class 1035 – Carrots, 5, trim tops 1/2-1” root left on Class 1036 – Cooking onions, 5, tops 1/2-1”
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Class 1037 – Sweet onions, 3, tops 1/2-1” Class 1038 – Green onions, bunch of 10 Do not remove roots or tops. Class 1039 – Radishes, 5, tops 1/2-1” Class 1040 – Sugar beets, 3, tops 1/2-1” Class 1041 – Turnips, 3, tops 1/2-1”, root 2-3” Class 1042 – Other root crop not listed, 5
SECTION F – VEGETABLES Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
1056 1057 1058 1059 1060 1061 1062 1063 1064
Class 1065 Class 1066 Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
1067 1068 1069 1070 1071 1072 1073 1074 1075
Class Class Class Class
1076 1077 1078 1079
– Green beans, 12, 1/4” stem – Yellow beans, 12, 1/4” stem – Peas, 12, 1/4” stem – Peppers, sweet, 3, leave stem – Peppers, hot, 5, leave stem – Tomatoes, green, 5, remove stem – Tomatoes, pink, 5, remove stem – Tomatoes, red, 5, remove stem – Cherry tomatoes, 10, green, red or pink, remove stem – Roma tomatoes, 5, green, red or pink, remove stem, – Grape tomatoes, 10, green, red or pink, remove stem – Cabbage, 1 head – Red cabbage, 1 head – Broccoli, 1 head – Cauliflower, 1 head – Brussel sprouts, 12, stems 1/4" – Eggplant, 1, stems 1/2” to 1" – Head Lettuce, 1 head – Swiss chard, 1 bunch – Sweet corn, 5 ears with husk, no holes cut in – Indian corn, 3 ears, husk pulled back – Popcorn, 3 ears, husk pulled back – Other vegetable not listed – Pee Wee - vegetable, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION G – VINE CROPS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
1089 1090 1091 1092 1093
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Cucumber, slicers, 5, 1/4” stem Cucumber, pickling, 5, 1/4” stem Pumpkin, pie,1 Pumpkin, Jack-o-lantern, 1 Zucchini, 3, small, leave stem, trim neatly, 8-10 inches 1094 – Crookneck, yellow, 3, small, leave stem, trim neatly 1095 – Straightneck, 3, leave stem, trim neatly 1096 – Squash, spaghetti,1, leave stem, trim neatly 1097 – Squash, winter, 1, leave stem, trim neatly 1098 – Squash, other, 1, leave stem, trim neatly 1099 – Squash, acorn, 1, leave stem, trim neatly 1100 – Watermelon, 1, stem 1" 1101 – Muskmelon,1, if mature, remove stem 1102 – Oddities, Gourds or ornamentals, 3
Class 1103 – Other vine crop not listed Class 1104 – Pee Wee - vine crop, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION H – VEGETABLE DISPLAY Class 1114 – Largest vegetable May not be shown in any other class Class 1115 – Vegetable display – 8 or more different varieties of vegetables
SECTION I – HERBS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
1126 1127 1128 1129 1130 1131 1132
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Parsley, dry,1/2 cup Parsley, growing,1 bunch, 1” diameter Dill, dry, 1/2 cup Dill, growing, 1 bunch, 1” diameter Sage, dry, 1/2 cup Sage, growing, 1 bunch, 1” diameter Other herb not listed
SECTION J – FRUITS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
1143 1144 1145 1146 1147 1148 1149 1150 1151 1152 1153
– Apples, 3, stems on – Blueberries, 1 pint – Raspberries, 1 pint – Strawberries, 1 pint – Peaches, 3 – Pears, 3 – Plums, 3 – Rhubarb, 5 stalks with leaves – Grapes, 1 bunch – Other fruit not listed – Pee Wee fruits, 2-5 yrs.
SECTION K – NOVELTIES Learning Objective: To encourage youth to expand their creativity using agricultural products. Class 1163 – Fair Theme: All Tracks Lead to The Ogemaw County Fair Class 1164 – Scarecrow Class 1165 – Straw art Class 1166 – Seed picture Class 1167 – Grain sheath, leaves stripped, 1” diameter directly under head Class 1168 – Seeds identified, 6 varieties Class 1169 – Other novelties not listed Class 1170 – Pee Wee novelties, 2-5 yrs.
DEPARTMENT 67 YOUTH FLORICULTURE Superintendents: Carrie Reetz and Gayle Bennett See page 41 for premium information. Fresh flowers, of like kind can be exchanged on Thursday morning before noon.
SECTION A – CUT FLOwERS Class 1180 – Six small flowers, annuals up to 3 1/2” Class 1181 – One large flower, annual 3 1/2” or over
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Class 1182 – Six small flowers, perennial, up to 3 1/2” Class 1183 – One large flower, perennial 3 1/2” or over Class 1184 – Rose, 1 red Class 1185 – Rose, 1 pink Class 1186 – Rose, 1 yellow Class 1187 – Rose, 1 bi-color Class 1188 – Rose, other, 1 Class 1189 – Gladiolus, red, 1 spike Class 1190 – Gladiolus, yellow, 1 spike Class 1191 – Gladiolus, white, 1 spike Class 1192 – Gladiolus, misc., 1 spike Class 1193 – Dahlias, 1 large Class 1194 – Dahlias, 5 small Class 1195 – Zinnia, 1 large Class 1196 – Zinnia, 6 small Class 1197 – Marigold, 1 large Class 1198 – Marigold, 6 small Class 1199 – Petunias, single, 3 Class 1200 – Petunias, double, 3 Class 1201 – Asters, 3 Class 1202 – Snapdragons, 3 spikes Class 1203 – Other annuals, 3 Class 1204 – Pansy, 3 Class 1205 – Other bi-annuals not listed, 3 Class 1206 – Other perennials not listed, 3 Class 1207 – Flower arrangement, fresh flowers Class 1208 – Flower arrangement, dry flowers Class 1209 – Flower arrangement, silk flowers Class 1210 – Flower arrangement, holiday Class 1211 – Flower arrangement, Christmas holiday Class 1212 – Flower arrangement, seasonal Class 1213 – Flower arrangement, dried and silk Class 1214 – Flower arrangement, wild flowers Class 1215 – Corsage, fresh flowers Class 1216 – Corsage, silk flowers Class 1217 – Other arrangement not listed Class 1218 – Pee Wee flowers, 2-5 yrs.
DEPARTMENT 68 YOUTH HORTICULTURE Superintendents: Carrie Reetz and Gayle Bennett See page 41 for premium information. Potted plants must be in possession of exhibitor at least three (3) months prior to fair. Any diseased plants will be dismissed by superintendent. Care of plants during fair is the responsibility of the owner.
SECTION A – PLANTS Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
1228 1229 1230 1231 1232 1233 1234
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Potted foliage plant Potted flowering plant in bloom Cactus or succulent Dish garden or terrarium Hanging basket Other plant not listed Pee Wee plant, 2-5 yrs.
DEPARTMENT 72 YOUTH EDUCATIONAL Superintendent: Dan Stoneback Premium Information Sections A & B: A - $8.00 B - $6.00 C - Ribbon only. Sections C, D & E: A - $2.50 B - $2.00 C - $1.50
SECTION A – ANIMAL RECORD BOOKS MARKET Learning Objective: To learn management of records and record the overall care of their animal project. EXHIBITORS MUST OwN AND BE PRIMARILY RESPONSIBLE FOR CARE OF THE ANIMAL
Must show in another animal class.
Exhibitor must be 20 yrs or younger by January 1 of current year. Class 1257 – Dairy Beef (market) record book Class 1258 – Goat (market) record book Class 1259 – Lamb (market) record book Class 1260 – Poultry (market) record book Class 1261 – Rabbit (market) record book Class 1262 – Steer (market) record book Class 1263 – Swine (market) record book
SECTION B – ANIMAL RECORD BOOKS NON-MARKET Learning Objective: To learn management of records and record the overall care of their animal project. EXHIBITORS MUST OwN AND BE PRIMARILY RESPONSIBLE FOR CARE OF THE ANIMAL
Exhibitor must be 19 yrs or younger by January 1 of current year Class 1274 – Canine record book Class 1275 – Dairy (non-market) record book Class 1276 – Dairy Beef (non-market) record book Class 1277 – Goat (non-market) record book Class 1278 – Horse record book Class 1279 – Lamb (non-market) record book Class 1280 – Poultry (non-market) record book Class 1281 – Rabbits (non-market) record book Class 1282 – Pet Stock (hamsters, gerbils, cavys, etc.) record books Class 1283 – Steers (non-market) record book Class 1284 – Swine (non-market) record book Class 1285 – Pee Wee Diary (non-market) record book, ribbon only.
SECTION C – ANIMAL EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS Learning Objective: To expand youth knowledge of various domestic animals and the science behind caring for these animals.
Exhibits can be displayed as posters, scrapbooks, equipment or other. Limit size of educational display items: To a maximum of: Poster: 28x22; Folding Board: 28x40 when open flat (exhibitor can use table space inside of folding board); Table project: 28x22.
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Proud to support the Ogemaw County Fair and 4-H/FFA Auctions
Hope you enjoy the fair! THE OGEMAW COUNTY HERALD AND NORTHLAND AD-LINER 215 W. Houghton, West Branch 989-345-0044
(989)
345-5373
COLLISION REPAIR CENTER CERTIFIED RUSTPROOFING CENTER LOCATED IN WEST BRANCH Just around the corner from Dean Arbour Ford & Hart Buick GMC, north on Gray Rd. 2016 Ogemaw County Premium Fairbook – 49
All club educational exhibits are to be housed in exhibit building #2, unless otherwise noted Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class Class
1294 1295 1296 1297 1298 1299 1300 1301 1302 1303 1304 1305 1306 1307 1308 1309 1310
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Canine, Individual Canine, Club, ribbon only Dairy, Individual Dairy, Club, ribbon only Dairy Beef, Individual Dairy Beef, Club, ribbon only Goat, Individual Goat, Club, ribbon only Horse, Individual Horse, Club, ribbon only Lamb, Individual Lamb, Club, ribbon only Poultry, Individual Poultry, Club, ribbon only Rabbit, Individual Rabbit, Club, ribbon only Pet Stock, Individual, hamsters, gerbils, cavys, etc. 1311 – Pet Stock, Club, hamsters, gerbils, cavys, etc., ribbon only 1312 – Steer, Individual 1313 – Steer, Club, ribbon only 1314 – Swine, Individual 1315 – Swine, Club, ribbon only
DEPARTMENT 100 HORSE PULLS Thursday, August 18 Horse pulls, 5 p.m.
SECTION A – HORSE PULLS Entry fee $25 Class 6725 Premiums: 1st Place - $450 and Trophy 2nd Place - $400 and Trophy 3rd Place - $350 and Trophy 4th Place - $300 5th Place - $250 6th Place - $225 7th Place - $200 8th Place - $175 9th Place - $150 10th Place - $125 11th-15th Place - $25
SECTION D – EDUCATIONAL EXHIBIT Learning Objective: To learn safety skills, follow directions, set goals, and account for how much was accomplished.
Exhibits can be displayed as posters, scrapbooks, equipment or other. Limit size of educational display items: To a maximum of: Poster: 28x22; Folding Board: 28x40 when open flat (exhibitor can use table space inside of folding board); Table project: 28x22. Class Class Class Class Class Class
1326 1327 1328 1329 1330 1331
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Citizenship Club Horticulture Shooting Sports Record Book Shooting Sports Other educational exhibit not listed
SECTION E – CONSERVATION Learning objective:To learn what natural resources are, why they exist and how people interrelate with the environment.
Exhibits can be displayed as posters, scrapbooks, equipment or other. Limit size of educational display items: To a maximum of: Poster: 28x22; Folding Board: 28x40 when open flat (exhibitor can use table space inside of folding board); Table project: 28x22. Class Class Class Class Class
1332 1333 1334 1335 1336
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Wednesday, FREE CAR SEAT August 20, 2016 CHECK 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ogemaw County Fair *Note: Last cars for check-in at 1:30 p.m.*
Box Display Poster Notebook Club Other
You must be in your car and have your child (children) with you.
Sponsored by:
Thursday-Saturday • 7-11 pm Pre-Teen/Teen Glow Party & Concert
Ogemaw County Child Protection Council Michigan Department of Health & Human Services Michigan State Police and Ogemaw County Prosecutor’s Office
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SJO PRODUCTIONS
Ogemaw County Fair Super Cross Series Classes Monday, August 15 at 7:30 p.m. Registration: 3 p.m. Practice 5 p.m. Cost: $25 per class • Additional classes: $20 each Must be an SJO member to race – one-time $5 fee Sport Class Guaranteed Trophy Class Overall Position
Ogemaw County Fairgrounds is now smoke free. Smoking will only be allowed in the following designated areas: The campground and in the parking areas.
Cash Overall
Payback Per Moto
125 Junior 12-15 125A 50cc Beginner 4-6 125 B 250A 50cc Beginner 7-8 250 Open B 50cc Sport 4-8 Under 25 (16-24) 50cc Junior 4-6 +40 50cc Senior 7-8 65cc Advanced 65cc Beginner 7-11 85cc 12-15 Advanced 85cc Junior 7-11 +25 B/C 85cc Beginner 12-15 +25 A Trail 7-11 Trail 12-15 WOW 4-11 (Women on Wheels) WOW 12 and up 125 C 250 Open C Open D 4-Wheeler - Quad beginner class 4-Wheeler - Quad senior class *Trail class is for trail bikes only, NO CR, KX, YZ RM Bikes, 7-11 class 100cc or less, 12-15 class 125cc or less *Women on Wheels is for females of all ages and bike sizes - no quads. *Big Wheel 80’s and KX 100’s must ride in a 125 class Contact Mark Powers at SJO Productions, 231-924-5778 for further information. info@sjoproductions.com
Free Bike Drawings Wednesday, August 17 • 5 pm sponsored by Ann’s Hair Affair & Spa See page 6 for details
T.R. Timber Co. Buyer of Standing Timber 989-345-5350 502 E. State Rd., West Branch • COMPLETE HARVESTING • CHIPPING • FIREWOOD 2016 Ogemaw County Premium Fairbook – 51
Buick
It’s a family tradition! Meet ours...
989-345-2571
www.gmdealerships.com 3433 W. M-55 • West Branch 2016 Ogemaw County Premium Fairbook – 52
McGregor’s Country Store • Beer • Pizza • Deli • Ice 3980 Henderson Lake Rd. Prescott, MI
• Groceries • DVD Rental • Kerosene • Beer/Wine • Liquor • Ice • Pizza, Chicken, Full Deli • Walk-in Beer Cooler • Propane Filled on Site • RVs Filled on Site • Gas & Diesel
We deliver 100 lb. propane cylinders
989-873-3863
4971 E. M-55 Prescott, MI
5 minutes from fairgrounds Rifle River Trail South 3 miles to Mills Road, East 3 miles
989-873-3333
Stoney Acres Electric Inc.
The Glass Slipper, Inc.
Nester Creek Convenience Store
Bridal, Formal Wear, Tuxedo Rental
989-345-4125 Fax: 989-345-2199 Wedding & All Occasions Coordinating & Decorating 321 W. Houghton Ave. West Branch, MI 48661 Owners Kevin & Jessica Zettle
www.theglassslipperbridalshop.com
Ogemaw Lanes Indian Village Adventure Golf
FOR ALL YOUR CLEANING NEEDS HOME OR BUSINESS ALL INSURANCE WORK MOLD, SMOKE AND WATER DAMAGE
Mike Provoast
Summer Special Putt 18 Holes Bowl 10 Frames
BEST CLEANING SERVICE & RESTORATION
Owner
Authorized Generac sales and service
OF WEST BRANCH AND NORTHERN COUNTIES CLEANING WALLS - WINDOWS - PANELING - CARPET PAINTING - POWER WASHING - ODOR CONTROL - REMODELING Licensed - Insured - Certified CALL 24 HOURS A DAY 989-345-7898 Jack McCreadie Email: bestcleaning1013@sbcglobal.net
989-709-6366 7207 Prescott Rd. Whittemore, MI
Green
(Free Shoe Rental)
$8.00 June 9 - August 31, 2015
2357 S. M-76, West Branch 989-345-2200
Hardware Home of the
2106 S. M-7 West Branch, MI
$9.99
989-345-0020
Propane Refill
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Nominees sought for Fair Senior King and Senior Queen
Grand Stand Events Monday 7:30 pm: Super Cross Races Tuesday 7:30 pm: Off Road Race Night Wednesday 7:30 pm: Bump N Run Derby Thursday: 5:00 pm: Horse Pulls Friday 6:30 pm: The Swon Brothers Saturday 7:30 pm: Mug Bog
Once again it is time to be thinking of that special senior who donates so much time to helping others. If your organization would like to nominate someone to be this years Ogemaw County Fair King or Queen on Senior Citizens Day, please fill out the application below and send it to the address listed on the application.
OGEMAW COUNTY FAIR SENIOR KING & QUEEN Sponsored by the Ogemaw County Fair
• Applicants must live within Ogemaw County • Applications must be received no later than July 31, 2016 • PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY Name
Telephone
Address City
Zip Code
Age (must be 60 or older)
Name of Spouse
Name of Nominating Group Signature of Presiding Officer NOMINATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY ORGANIZATIONS OR GROUPS Criteria for judging contestants: • Benefits to seniors as a result of nominee’s service to others. • Number of people affected by this service during the past year. • Extent to which nominee has integrated his/her skills with the community’s needs. • Memberships and offices held in volunteer or service organizations. Please submit in fifty (50) words or less why your organization feels your senior should receive this honor. A Senior King and Senior Queen will be chosen from the applications received and crowned at the Ogemaw County Fair on August 16, 2016 on Senior Citizens Day at 4:30 p.m. They will receive a certificate for a free dinner. It is important that the applicant be able to attend the Fair on Senior Citizens’ Day. Please mail applications to: Ogemaw County Fair - Attn: King and Queen • P.O. Box 175, West Branch, MI 48661
Keeping Your Families Warm and Businesses Powered Since 1925 Gasoline, Fuel Oil and Propane for the Farm, Home and Commercial Industry Come see us at the fair. Ask us about our Fair Special for new customers.
Left to right: Joe Kraska, Don Allen, Ed Pross, Randy Burr, Driver Supervisor Dave Kraska, General Manager Gerad Himebaugh and Dennis Simmons
219 N. Front St. Standish, MI 48658
989-846-4501 800-664-4501
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Family Owned & Operated
ARNIE & DEBBIE
OF
ENGSTER POOL & SPA SUPPLIES & BUILDERS
Riegle Exteriors
Buy Manufacturers
Specialist in Collision Repair • Free Estimate • Complimentary Loaner Vehicle • Direct Repair Shop for Many Insurance Companies
Direct and Save Thousands
989-345-1022
1717 Greenwood Rd. Prescott, MI
2431 Refinery Rd. West Branch, MI
Mon.-Fri. 8 am - 5:30 pm Sat. 9 am - 2 pm
Auto Collision Repair Auto Glass Repair •ÊDetailing • State Certified • Free Estimates
MILLER FEED INC.
Welcome you to the
989-873-4564
Call or Text: 989-345-2495 Steel Roofing
2265 South M-76 West Branch
Better Water
Pure and Simple
TERRY EDWARDS
FEED • FERTILIZER • SEEDS
Owner/ Manager
2254 West M-55 West Branch, MI 48661
989-343-0577
989-345-1753
2789 S. M-76, West Branch lehnercollision@yahoo.com
3443 E. M-55 PRESCOTT, MI
Office: 989-345-0372 Fax: 989-345-7070 Toll Free: 800-532-9030 Cell: 989-239-2378 Email: terryedwards@culliganofwestbranch.net
Miller Contruction & Equipment Family Owned Since 1973
Gary Miller, Owner Invest in your farming operation with a new Lester or Butler building. “No job is too big or too small” www.millerconstequip.com
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989-345-2499 276 M-55 West Branch
“Bird on a Branch”
Ogemaw County Fair 2016 Quilt Block Contest
DO NOT ADD BATTING OR QUILTING TO THE BLOCK Background of block must be of unbleached cotton muslin. Cut muslin 13” All quilt blocks becomethe property of the Ogemaw County Fair to be made into a finished quilt for the 2017 Ogemaw Fair Raffle. Proceeds to support continued activities at the Fair. For further information contact: Holly Miller at 989-345-7856. 2016 Ogemaw County Premium Fairbook – 56
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EXHIBITORS ENTRY FORM
EXHIBITOR’S NO.
Clip and Return this form by August 1 YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER. Every exhibitor must be pre-registered by August 1. DO NOT WRITE HERE Entry forms received after August 1st will be rejected. All records are on the computer and no entries will be accepted at the fair office that have not been pre-registered.
NOTE: Entry forms are to be mailed to: Ogemaw County Fair Registrations, P.O. Box 175, West Branch, MI 48661 or taken to the Fair Office - July 31 and August 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. • PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
9 New Address
Name Address City
Zip
Age
Birthday (Month/Day/Year)
Exhibitor’s Social Security # (Last four digits) ___ ___ ___ ___ Phone ONLY 1 ITEM PER PERSON PER CLASS www.ogemawcountyfair.com
HOUSING FEES
NUMBER AMOUNT
TOTAL ENTRY FEE $________ NUMBER OF STALLS/PENS
HORSE per animal.............................................................................. x 5.00 = BEEF & DAIRY - per animal............................................................... x 5.00 = DAIRY - per animal............................................................................. x 5.00 = DAIRY - Yearling & Younger - per animal......................................... x 2.00 = MILKING COW.............................................................................................. NO STALL FEE SWINE - per animal............................................................................. x 2.00= SHEEP - per animal............................................................................ x 2.00= GOATS - per animal........................................................................... x 2.00= RABBITS - per pen............................................................................ x 1.00= POULTRY - per pen........................................................................... x 1.00= TOTAL HOUSING FEE $____________ GRAND TOTAL ENTRY & HOUSING FEE $____________ PLEASE ENCLOSE TOTAL PAYMENT FOR OPEN CLASS ENTRIES AND HOUSING FEES. NO REFUNDS
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Morse Clark Furniture Co. Locally Owned For Over 80 Years
Shop Local • Buy Local 219 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch • 989-345-0355 • morseclark.com
S.C.A.R.
Silver Creek Auto Repair & Towing L.L.C.
Celebrating 40 years
24 Hour Towing We buy junk cars! Debbie & Bob Jones, Owners
989-873-8713 1881 Greenwood Rd. Prescott, MI 48756
215 W. Houghton Ave. P.O. Box 247 West Branch, MI 48661 989-345-0044
See us at the fair and enjoy something good to eat!
Mon.-Thur. 10 am -11 pm Fri. -Sat. 10 am -12 am Sun. 11 am - 11 pm
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Tractor and Pickup Pull
ENTRY FORM Entry Fee $20.00 per class PRE-REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED
TRACTOR & PICKUP CLASSES WEIGHT
VEHICLE
WEIGHT
––– 6000 lb. ––– 8000 lb. ––– 11000 lb. ––– 13000 lb. ––– 15000 lb.
Stock Tractor Stock Tractor Stock Tractor Stock Tractor Stock Tractor
––– ––– ––– –––
––– 6000 lb. ––– 8000 lb.
Gas Street Legal Pickup Truck Diesel Street Legal Pickup Truck
VEHICLE
17000 lb. 21000 lb. 25000 lb. 30000 lb.
Stock Tractor Stock Tractor Stock Tractor Stock Tractor
Release Must Be Signed to Hook To Sled I__________________________agree to relinquish any rights that I may have that will hold the PLEASE PRINT
The Ogemaw Fairgrounds, its directors or officers or persons representing them, responsible for any loss or injury that may occur to my person, family or property: before, during or after participation in this pulling event.
NO ALCOHOL PERMITTED IN GRAND STAND/PIT AREA I have read and understand the above release form and agree to the conditions stated within: Signature
Date
Address
City
Phone No
State
Zip Birth date
Parent or Guardian
Social Security No. (LAST 4 DIGITS)
(MUST BE SIGNED IF UNDER 18 YEARS OLD)
Make & Year of Pull Vehicle
Special Name of Vehicle
ALL TRACTORS MUST HAVE FENDERS • CAN JUMP ONE CLASS 2016 Ogemaw County Premium Fairbook – 60
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EXHIBITORS ENTRY FORM
EXHIBITOR’S NO.
Clip and Return this form by August 1 YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER. Every exhibitor must be pre-registered by August 1. DO NOT WRITE HERE Entry forms received after August 1st will be rejected. All records are on the computer and no entries will be accepted at the fair office that have not been pre-registered.
NOTE: Entry forms are to be mailed to: Ogemaw County Fair Registrations, P.O. Box 175, West Branch, MI 48661 or taken to the Fair Office - July 31 and August 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. • PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
9 New Address
Name Address City
Zip
Age
Birthday (Month/Day/Year)
Exhibitor’s Social Security # (Last four digits) ___ ___ ___ ___ Phone ONLY 1 ITEM PER PERSON PER CLASS www.ogemawcountyfair.com
HOUSING FEES
NUMBER AMOUNT
TOTAL ENTRY FEE $________ NUMBER OF STALLS/PENS
HORSE per animal.............................................................................. x 5.00 = BEEF & DAIRY - per animal............................................................... x 5.00 = DAIRY - per animal............................................................................. x 5.00 = DAIRY - Yearling & Younger - per animal......................................... x 2.00 = MILKING COW.............................................................................................. NO STALL FEE SWINE - per animal............................................................................. x 2.00= SHEEP - per animal............................................................................ x 2.00= GOATS - per animal........................................................................... x 2.00= RABBITS - per pen............................................................................ x 1.00= POULTRY - per pen........................................................................... x 1.00= TOTAL HOUSING FEE $____________ GRAND TOTAL ENTRY & HOUSING FEE $____________ PLEASE ENCLOSE TOTAL PAYMENT FOR OPEN CLASS ENTRIES AND HOUSING FEES. NO REFUNDS
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JOIN US AT THE OGEMAW COUNTY FAIR ...
CARNIVAL & MIDWAY Tuesday, Aug. 16 thru Saturday, Aug. 20 HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! Ivan, Agnes, Tom, Jon & Karen Arnold 2016 Ogemaw County Premium Fairbook – 63
More Smiles Per Mile!
Sales: Mon.-Fri. 8-6; Sat. 9-2 Service: Mon.-Fri. 8-5:30; Sat. 9-2
email: teamhodges@teamhodges.com More Smiles Per Mile!
2265 South M-76 West Branch 2016 Ogemaw County Premium Fairbook – 64
Local 989-345-1022 Toll Free 1-877-345-1022