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Exhibitor & Entertainment Guide 2012

Vance CountyREGIONAL FAIR

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ENTRY INFORULES & REGULATIONS - ENTRIES

All entries and booth setups will be received in the exhibit hallSunday, September 23, from 1 to 4 pm and Monday, September 24,10 am to 6 pm.

All entries must be received by 6:00 PM on Monday, September 24All booth exhibits are to be completed by 6:00 PM on Monday,September 24.

All entries, contests, and activities are open to anyone interested inparticipating. No entry fee is charged in any department.

Articles must be entered in the name of the person producing orowning them.

Each exhibitor may make only one entry under one premium num-ber. (A premium number is the letter-number combination [example:D-23] listed beside each entry description.)

Adults are not permitted to exhibit their work under the name of ajunior. However, a youth may exhibit in an adult category.A young person's exhibit should be the young person's work.

Non-compete policy for children: Any items exhibited by youthunder 9 years of age should be entered in the appropriate juniordivision category but will receive a ribbon and $1.00 cash award forparticipation. Age of exhibitor is their age on September 25, 2012.Where two or more exhibits appear to be identical, only one will beconsidered for prizes.

Any article previously exhibited will not be eligible.Only articles listed in this catalog may be entered for prizes.

Premiums will be paid for cut flowers and potted plants grown byamateurs. Professionals will not be allowed to exhibit in horticulture or arrangements.

All exhibits, individual and booth, are to be removed on Sunday,September 30 between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM and Monday, October1 between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. The removal of any exhibits priorto October 1 will result in the forfeiture of any premium payment andmay prohibit participation in future fairs.

Premium awards on individual and booth exhibits will be paid fromthe manager's window in the exhibit hall during these times.The Faircannot provide protection for any exhibits not removed by 2:00 PMon October 1, 2012.

Every reasonable care will be taken by the officials of the fair forprotection of the property on exhibition from loss or damage.However, the fair will not be responsible in the case of loss or damage to exhibits from any cause; and upon this condition only areentries received. The fair will not be responsible for any accident ordamage that might occur to person or property.

The decision of the awarding judges shall be final. The exhibit hallwill be closed to visitors during judging.

Articles will be judged by merit. Premiums will not be awarded toany article because of its mere presence. Unless it is premium quality, no premium will be awarded.

Premiums will be paid on the basis of the records of judges and noton ribbons in case ribbons are misplaced. An infraction of rules willincur forfeiture of the prize awarded to the exhibitor.

All officers and employees will be properly badged and will bepassed on their badges; all others must have tickets or passes andrespect the gatekeeper and officers.

No pedaling, hawking, vending or distributing of advertising matteror side shows will be allowed on the grounds at any time except by special license from the manager.

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How can I participate as an exhibitor in the Vance County Regional Fair? Entering items in the fair is easy and fun. It is also a great way to join your friendsand neighbors in a demonstration of support for North Carolina agriculture.

So what can I enter?Simply browse through this exhibitor guide and identify items that interest you.Perhaps you have a garden in the backyard and would like to enter some squashor corn. How about registering one of your favorite jams or jellies. Do you have anamateur artist or photographer in the family? Do you enjoy knitting or making yourown clothes? We have categories for these and many more.

How do I register?Bring your entries to the fairgrounds on the dates designated in the rules and regulations. Making a list of the category numbers and names will save time at registration.

What else do I need to know?The rules and regulations on this page will provide you with additional details regarding exhibitor entry as well as general fair policies.

Who may I contact for more information?You may call the Vance County Regional Fair office at (252) 226-0551. Our staffmembers can help answer your questions and make your participation in the fair apleasant one. We also suggest that you refer to the official website www.vancecountyfair.com.

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General Fair QuestionsFair Office (252) 226-0551

Exhibit or Livestock Show QuestionsNorth Carolina Cooperative Extension, Vance County Center (252) 438-8188

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Wild World of Animals has appeared on national television shows such as David

Letterman, Fox, and Good Morning America. The show is a fast-paced, entertaining,

and amazing educational program that features a variety of reptiles, birds, and

mammals. Incredible animals such as the American alligator, alligator snapping turtle,

albino monocle cobra, reticulated python, European eagle owl, blue and gold macaw,

opossum, binturong, spot-nose guenon (monkey) and African spotted leopard are a

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DEPARTMENT A - CLUB AND FARM BOOTH EXHIBITS

Booth exhibits are to be in place and complete by 6:00 P.M. on Monday, September 24.

SCORE CARD FOR JUDGING BOOTHSAttracts Attention 25 PointsConveys a Message 35 PointsDesign 20 PointsOriginality 10 PointsWorkmanship 10 Points

100 Points

1st $100; 2nd $90; Others of creditable quality $50

Best of Show Booth Exhibit Award - $75

This cash award will be presented to the mostoutstanding overall booth exhibit.

Best of Show Ribbons will be presented to themost outstanding entry in Departments A-P.

DEPARTMENT B - FIELD, GARDEN, FARM PRODUCTS

CORN(Best 10 ears unnubbed securely tied together)

1st 2ndB - 1 Any white variety - regular 4.00 3.00B - 2 Any yellow variety - regular 4.00 3.00B - 3 Any white hybrid variety 4.00 3.00B - 4 Any yellow hybrid variety 4.00 3.00B - 5 Popcorn 4.00 3.00B - 6 Bicolor 4.00 3.00B - 7 Indian Corn 4.00 3.00

COTTON(Best stalk with open bolls attached)

B - 8 Any variety 4.00 3.00

HAY(Standard bale tagged with name of hay)

B - 9 Alfalfa 4.00 3.00B - 10 Lespedeza 4.00 3.00B - 11 Soy Bean 4.00 3.00B - 12 Cowpea 4.00 3.00B - 13 Oats and Vetch 4.00 3.00B - 14 Fescue 4.00 3.00B - 15 Coastal Bermuda 4.00 3.00B - 16 Italian Rye Grass 4.00 3.00B - 17 Any other 4.00 3.00

LEGUMESCOW PEAS (One quart jar)B - 18 Whippoorwill 4.00 3.00B - 19 Brabham 4.00 3.00B - 20 Iron 4.00 3.00B - 21 Blackeye 4.00 3.00B - 22 Crowder 4.00 3.00B - 23 Any other 4.00 3.00

SOYBEANS (One quart jar)B - 24 McNair 600 4.00 3.00B - 25 Ransom 4.00 3.00B - 26 Bragg 4.00 3.00B - 27 Essex 4.00 3.00B - 28 Davis 4.00 3.00B - 29 Forrest 4.00 3.00B - 30 Any variety 4.00 3.00

PEANUTS (One quart jar)B - 31 Virginia Bunch 4.00 3.00B - 32 Spanish 4.00 3.00B - 33 Any variety 4.00 3.00

FORAGE CROPS (One quart jar)B - 34 Kobe Lespedeza 4.00 3.00B - 35 Korean Lespedeza 4.00 3.00B - 36 Rowan Lespedeza 4.00 3.00B - 37 Serecia Lespedeza 4.00 3.00B - 38 Italian Rye Grass 4.00 3.00B - 39 Any other seed 4.00 3.00

SMALL GRAIN

BARLEY (One quart jar)B - 40 Milton 4.00 3.00B - 41 Boone 4.00 3.00B - 42 Any other variety 4.00 3.00

OATS (One quart jar)B - 43 Madison 4.00 3.00B - 44 Brooks 4.00 3.00B - 45 Coker 227 4.00 3.00B - 46 Simpson 4.00 3.00B - 47 Coker 716 4.00 3.00B - 48 Any variety 4.00 3.00

RYE (One quart jar)B - 49 Abruzzi 4.00 3.00B - 50 Any other 4.00 3.00

WHEAT (One quart jar)B - 51 Saluda 4.00 3.00B - 52 Coker 983 4.00 3.00B - 53 Tyler 4.00 3.00B - 54 Pioneer 2550 4.00 3.00B - 55 Any other variety 4.00 3.00

TOBACCO(Not less than two bundles or more thantwo pounds to be shown in each class)

B - 56 Lemon wrappers 10.00 8.00B - 57 Orange wrappers 10.00 8.00B - 58 Lugs 10.00 8.00B - 59 Leaf 10.00 8.00B - 60 Cutters 10.00 8.00B - 61 Smokers 10.00 8.00

POTATOES(Tray of Five)

B - 62 Irish potatoes - Sebago 3.00 2.00

B - 63 Irish potatoes - Red Bliss 3.00 2.00

B - 64 Irish potatoes - Irish Cobbler 3.00 2.00

B - 65 Irish potatoes - Sequoia 3.00 2.00

B - 66 Irish potatoes - Any other 3.00 2.00

B - 67 Sweet potatoes - Centennial 3.00 2.00

B - 68 Sweet potatoes - Goldrush 3.00 2.00

B - 69 Sweet potatoes - Puerto Rico 3.00 2.00

B - 70 Sweet potatoes - Any other 3.00 2.00

FRUITSB - 71 Apples - Delicious (5) 3.00 2.00B - 72 Apples - Golden Delicious (5) 3.00 2.00B - 73 Apples - Rome (5) 3.00 2.00B - 74 Apples - Stayman (5) 3.00 2.00B - 75 Apples - Winesap (5) 3.00 2.00B - 76 Apples - Any other (5) 3.00 2.00B - 77 Grapes - Muscadine; light 3.00 2.00

(full plate)B - 78 Grapes - Muscadine; dark 3.00 2.00

(full plate)B - 79 Grapes - Any other 3.00 2.00

(full plate)B - 80 Pears - Kieffer (5) 3.00 2.00B - 81 Pears - Seckel (5) 3.00 2.00B - 82 Pears - Waite (5) 3.00 2.00B - 83 Pears - Any other variety (5) 3.00 2.00

VEGETABLES

B - 84 Artichokes (5) 3.00 2.00B - 85 Beets, topped to 3 in. (5) 3.00 2.00B - 85 String Beans, bush (12 pods) 3.00 2.00B - 87 String Beans, pole (12 pods) 3.00 2.00B - 88 Cabbage (1 head) 3.00 2.00B - 89 Carrots (6) 3.00 2.00B - 90 Collards 3.00 2.00

DEPARTMENT A - CLUB AND FARM BOOTH EXHIBITSDEPARTMENT B - FIELD, GARDEN, FARM PRODUCTS

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B - 91 Cucumbers (5) 3.00 2.00B - 92 Eggplant (3) 3.00 2.00B - 93 Lettuce 3.00 2.00B - 94 Butter beans, bush 3.00 2.00

(12 unshelled)B - 95 Butter beans, pole 3.00 2.00

(12 unshelled)B - 96 Okra (12) 3.00 2.00B - 97 Onions, white (5) 3.00 2.00B - 98 Onions, yellow (5) 3.00 2.00B - 99 Onions, multiplying 3.00 2.00B - 100 Peas, green field (quart) 3.00 2.00B - 101 Peas, butter (quart) 3.00 2.00B - 102 Peppers, Jalapeno (12) 3.00 2.00B - 103 Peppers, Habanero (12) 3.00 2.00B - 104 Peppers, Cayenne (12) 3.00 2.00B - 105 Peppers, banana (12) 3.00 2.00B - 106 Peppers, other hot (12) 3.00 2.00B - 107 Peppers, green bell (3) 3.00 2.00B - 108 Peppers, red bell (3) 3.00 2.00B - 109 Peppers, other sweet (3) 3.00 2.00B - 110 Persimmons (8) 3.00 2.00B - 111 Rutabagas (5) 3.00 2.00B - 112 Squash - acorn (3) 3.00 2.00B - 113 Squash - butternut (3) 3.00 2.00B - 114 Squash - summer (3) 3.00 2.00B - 115 Squash - zucchini (3) 3.00 2.00B - 116 Squash - Any other (3) 3.00 2.00B - 117 Tomatoes - cherry (12) 3.00 2.00B - 118 Tomatoes - green (5) 3.00 2.00B - 119 Tomatoes - red (5) 3.00 2.00B - 120 Tomatoes - grape (12)3.00 2.00B - 121 Tomatoes - yellow (5) 3.00 2.00B - 122 Tomatoes - roma (5) 3.00 2.00B - 123 Tomatoes - other (5) 3.00 2.00B - 124 Turnips (5) 3.00 2.00B - 125 Basket of five or

more vegetables 3.00 2.00

OTHER FARM PRODUCTS

B - 126 Apples, dried (quart) 3.00 2.00B - 127 Cantaloupe 3.00 2.00B - 128 Citron 3.00 2.00B - 129 Cushaw 3.00 2.00B - 130 Eggs, brown (dozen) 3.00 2.00B - 131 Eggs, white (dozen) 3.00 2.00B - 132 Eggs, colored - blue or green

(dozen) 3.00 2.00B - 133 Gourd - decorative 3.00 2.00B - 134 Gourd - most unusual 3.00 2.00B - 135 Gourd - collection, 5 or more 3.00 2.00B - 136 Meat - home cured bacon 5.00 3.00B - 137 Meat - home cured ham 5.00 3.00B - 138 Meat - home cured shoulder 5.00 3.00B - 139 Nuts - pecans (25) 3.00 2.00B - 140 Nuts - walnuts (10) 3.00 2.00B - 141 Pumpkin - best small variety 3.00 2.00B - 142 Pumpkin - best medium variety 3.00 2.00B - 143 Pumpkin - best large variety 3.00 2.00B - 144 Giant Pumpkin - by weight 25.00 10.00B - 145 Soap (boiled) 3.00 2.00B - 146 Soap (cold) 3.00 2.00B - 147 Watermelon - small variety 5.00 3.00B - 148 Watermelon - large variety 5.00 3.00B - 149 Figs 3.00 2.00

DEPARTMENT C - FIELD AND FARM -JUNIOR DIVISION (9-18 years old)

Non-compete policy for children: Any items exhibited by youthunder 9 years of age should be entered in the appropriate juniordivision category but will receive a ribbon and $1.00 cash awardfor participation. Age of exhibitor is their age on September 25,2012.

CORNC - 1 Best 10 ears white variety 4.00 3.00

(tied securely)C - 2 Best 10 ears yellow variety 4.00 3.00

(tied securely)

COTTONC - 3 One stalk with open bolls 4.00 3.00

SEED(One quart jar)

C - 4 Wheat 4.00 3.00C - 5 Oats 4.00 3.00C - 6 Soybeans 4.00 3.00C - 7 Barley 4.00 3.00C - 8 Peanuts 4.00 3.00C - 9 Lespedeza 4.00 3.00C - 10 Any other seed 4.00 3.00

SWEET POTATOESC - 11 Tray of five any variety 3.00 2.00

TOBACCO(Not less than two bundles or more than two pounds to be shown in each class)

C - 12 Primings 10.00 8.00C - 13 Lugs 10.00 8.00C - 14 Cutters 10.00 8.00C - 15 Smoking leaf 10.00 8.00C - 16 Leaf 10.00 8.00

MISCELLANEOUSC - 17 Cabbage (1 head) 3.00 2.00C - 18 Collards 3.00 2.00C - 19 Beans, string or butter (12 pods) 3.00 2.00C - 20 Onions (5) 3.00 2.00C - 21 Peppers - sweet (5) 3.00 2.00C - 22 Peppers - hot (12) 3.00 2.00C - 23 Pumpkin (1) 3.00 2.00C - 24 Squash (3) 3.00 2.00C - 25 Tomatoes (5) 3.00 2.00C - 26 Basket of five or more

vegetables 3.00 2.00C - 27 Gourd collection - 5 or

more varieties 3.00 2.00C - 28 Watermelon 3.00 2.00

DEPARTMENT D - CANNING AND HONEYRULES

1. All canning exhibits must have been canned since last year's fair.2. Jars must be clear standard jars and sizes specified. 3. Jars not sealed will be ineligible for judging.4. Only one entry by an individual in any one premium number.5. Sealing with paraffin is not recommended and will result in dis-qualification.6. All jars must be labeled as to content, processing method (pres-sure canner or boiling water bath) and processing time. Put on sideof jar. Example: Green Beans; Pressure Canner, 25 minutes7. All products must be processed according to recognized safemethods found in current editions of the USDA Complete Guide toHome Canning, So easy to Preserve (University of Georgia) or theBall Blue Book. Kerr does not publish a canning book

currently. CANNED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES

ScorecardColor........................................................20 points* That of natural fruit or vegetables.Liquid......................................................10 points* Appropriate for product and method of processing.Appearance.............................................40 points* Uniformly well-ripened products; no defective of over-ripe fruits and vegetables. Only young fruits and vegetables should be canned.Appropriate Size....................................10 points* Uniformity of shape and size appropriate for productPack........................................................10 points* Arrangement with reference to symmetry and best use of space within the jar. Attractiveness of pack should be considered but not time-wasting fancy packs.Jar Fill ...................................................10 points* Containers should be filled to level specified by standard recommendations.

FRUIT (Pint or quart jars)D - 1 Apples 3.00 2.00D - 2 Applesauce 3.00 2.00D - 3 Blackberries, dewberries

or raspberries 3.00 2.00D - 4 Cherries 3.00 2.00D - 5 Figs 3.00 2.00D - 6 Peaches 3.00 2.00D - 7 Pears 3.00 2.00D - 8 Blueberries 3.00 2.00

VEGETABLES (Pint or quart jars)D - 9 Beans, lima 3.00 2.00D - 10 Beans, string 3.00 2.00D - 11 Beets 3.00 2.00D - 12 Carrots 3.00 2.00D - 13 Corn 3.00 2.00D - 14 Okra 3.00 2.00D - 15 Peas, field 3.00 2.00D - 16 Pimento pepper (pint or half-pint size)

3.00 2.00D - 17 Sweet potatoes

(cubes only, no puree) 3.00 2.00D - 18 Tomatoes, cut 3.00 2.00D - 19 Potatoes, Irish Type

(peeled small whole or cubed) 3.00 2.00D - 20 Tomatoes, whole 3.00 2.00D - 21 Tomatoes, cut 3.00 2.00D - 22 Tomatoes, crushed 3.00 2.00D - 23 Tomato Sauce 3.00 2.00D - 24 Succotash 3.00 2.00

JUICES AND KETCHUP(Pint or quart jar or bottle with metal cap or regularcanning top. Must have airtight seal.)

Scorecard:Color 40 pointsStability 25 pointsAbsence of defects 25 pointsContainer 10 pointsD - 24 Apple juice 3.00 2.00D - 25 Blackberry juice 3.00 2.00D - 26 Grape juice 3.00 2.00D - 27 Tomato juice 3.00 2.00D - 28 Tomato ketchup 3.00 2.00

DEPARTMENT C - FIELD AND FARM -JUNIOR DIVISION (Under age 18)

DEPARTMENT D - CANNING AND HONEY

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PRESERVES (Pint or half-pint)(Must have airtight seal, no paraffin allowed)Preserves contain whole fruits or fruit pieces that retain their shapeand are clear, shiny, tender and plump. The fruits are suspended in aclear syrup that is the consistency of honey or soft jelly. These prod-ucts should be filled to within 1/4 inch of top of standard canning jarsand must be processed in a boiling water bath for airtight seal (NoParaffin). Label on side of jar as to content, processing method andtime. ScorecardShape ..........................................................15 points* Small fruit should be whole and have original shape as nearly as possible; larger fruits should maintain sliced shape.Clearness and Color..................................30 points* Fruit should be translucent and not too dark; liquid should be clear.Texture........................................................15 points* Tender, but firm and plump.Pack and Fill .............................................10 points* Arrangement of fruit with reference to symmetry of jar; filled to 1/4" of top, water bath processed.Consistency...............................................15 points* Juice should be of honey consistency or slightly jelliedProportion of Syrup .................................15 points* About one-third as much syrup as fruit

D - 29 Blackberry 4.25 3.75D - 30 Cherry 4.25 3.75D - 31 Damson 4.25 3.75D - 32 Fig 4.25 3.75D - 33 Grape 4.25 3.75D - 34 Peach 4.25 3.75D - 35 Pear 4.25 3.75D - 36 Plum 4.25 3.75D - 37 Strawberry 4.25 3.75D - 38 Watermelon rind 4.25 3.75

JELLY (PINT OR HALF PINT)Label on side of jar as to content, processing method and time. ScorecardColor..................................................15 points* Pronounced, yet natural colorClearness ......................................... 15 points* Transparent and sparklingCrystals .............................................20 points* Lack of crystals; no sign of crystalizationConsistency ......................................40 points* Tender; breaks with distinct cleavage, angles hold shape; should not be syrupy, sticky, or tough. Jar Fill/ Process................................10 points* Fill jars to 1/4" of top of standard canning jars and process inboiling water bath

JELLY (Standard jars with new tops. Jars must be sealed.)D - 39 Apple 4.25 3.75D - 40 Blackberry or dewberry 4.25 3.75D - 41 Crabapple 4.25 3.75D - 42 Grape - Concord 4.25 3.75D - 43 Plum 4.25 3.75D - 44 Scuppernong or Muscadine 4.25 3.75D - 45 Pepper 4.25 3.75D - 46 Mint 4.25 3.75D - 47 Peach 4.25 3.75D - 48 Rasberry 4.25 3.75D - 49 Strawberry 4.25 3.75

JAMS AND MARMALADE (Pint or half pint; Must have airtight seal,no paraffin allowed.)

Jams are made from crushed fruits cooked to a smooth consistencythat will mound up on a spoon but not jelly firm. Marmalades containsmall pieces of fruit or citrus peel evenly suspended in a transparentsoft jelly. Butters are pureed fruit cooked to a smooth consistency.These products should be filled to 1/4" of top of standard canning jarsand must be processed in a boiling water bath for airtight seal. Labelon side of jar with contents, processing method, and time.ScorecardSmoothness....................................25 points* Tender fruit with smooth textureConsistency and Texture .............45 points* Tender and will mound in spoon; not tough, sticky, or gummy; spreads easilyColor and Clearness .....................20 points* Shiny fruit color; marmalades clear with suspended citrusJar Fill / Process ...........................10 points* Filled jars to 1/4" of top of standard canning jars and water bath processD - 50 Apple Butter 4.25 3.75D - 51 Blackberry, dewberry jam

or conserve 4.25 3.75D - 52 Damson or plum jam 4.25 3.75D - 53 Fig jam 4.25 3.75D - 54 Grape marmalade 4.25 3.75D - 55 Orange marmalade 4.25 3.75D - 56 Peach jam 4.25 3.75D - 57 Pear jam 4.25 3.75D - 58 Strawberry jam 4.25 3.75D - 59 Cherry jam 4.25 3.75D - 60 Grape jam 4.25 3.75D - 61 Kiwi jam 4.25 3.75D - 62 Blueberry jelly 4.25 3.75

PICKLES, RELISHES, & SAUCESHalf pint, pint or quart jars. Must have airtight seal.Label on side of jar as to content, processing method and time. Size and Shape ......................................15 points* Uniform size and shapeTexture ....................................................40 points* Firm, not tough, soft or flabbyColor .......................................................20 points* As near natural color as possible (unless specified)Proportion of Pickle to Liquid...............15 points* Jars filled with pickles; liquid to cover and fill spacesJar Fill / Process.....................................10 points*Standard canning jars should be filled to 1/2" of top and processed in boiling water bath

D - 63 Beet pickle 4.25 3.75D - 64 Chow Chow 4.25 3.75D - 65 Chili sauce 4.25 3.75D - 66 Cucumber, bread and butter 4.25 3.75D - 67 Cucumber, dill 4.25 3.75D - 68 Cucumber, sour 4.25 3.75D - 69 Cucumber, sweet 4.25 3.75D - 70 Cucumber, relish 4.25 3.75D - 71 Green tomato pickle 4.25 3.75D - 72 Mustard pickle 4.25 3.75D - 73 Peach sweet pickle 4.25 3.75D - 74 Pear sweet pickle 4.25 3.75D - 75 Pepper relish 4.25 3.75D - 76 Watermelon rind 4.25 3.75D - 77 Pickled okra 4.25 3.75D - 78 Hot pepper in vinegar 4.25 3.75D - 79 Salsa 4.25 3.75

D - 80 Pasta sauce 4.25 3.75D - 81 Barbecue Sauce 4.25 3.75

HONEYD - 82 Best jar strained honey 4.00 3.00D - 83 Best jar chunk honey 4.00 3.00

SPECIAL CANNING AWARDSFrom the blue ribbon winners in the general canning exhibitthere shall be selected the two best exhibits in each class.

FRUITSFIRST PLACE $6.00SECOND PLACE 4.00

VEGETABLESFIRST PLACE $6.00SECOND PLACE 4.00

PICKLES & RELISHESFIRST PLACE $6.00SECOND PLACE 4.00

JAMS & JELLIESFIRST PLACE $6.00SECOND PLACE 4.00

DEPARTMENT E - CANNING - JUNIOR DIVISION(9-18 years old)Non-compete policy for children: Any items exhibited by youthunder 9 years of age should be entered in the appropriate juniordivision category but will receive a ribbon and $1.00 cash awardfor participation. Age of exhibitor is their age on September 25,2012.Please check labeling requirements and scorecards and otherinformation under appropriate category in adult division.E - 1 Applesauce 3.00 2.00E - 2 Peaches 3.00 2.00E - 3 Pears 3.00 2.00E - 4 String beans 3.00 2.00E - 5 Tomatoes 3.00 2.00E - 6 Tomato juice 3.00 2.00E - 7 Blackberry jam 4.00 3.75E - 8 Grape jam 3.25 3.75E - 9 Peach jam 3.25 3.75E - 10 Plum jam 3.25 3.75E - 11 Strawberry jam 3.25 3.75E - 12 Apple jelly 3.25 3.75E - 13 Grape jelly 3.25 3.75E - 14 Pasta sauce 3.25 3.75

DEPARTMENT F - BREAD, CAKE, CANDY, & COOKIES1.All entries should be made by the exhibitor. For example, sharing batches of cookies, biscuits, etc. is not allowed.2. Use of commercially prepared mixes are not acceptable exceptwhen noted.3. Submit an accurate recipe with each entry. Recipes may be pub-lished. Cover the recipe with plastic wrap and tape it to the bottom ofthe paper plate.4. All baked goods, except decorated cakes, will be discarded at fairclosing. Exhibitor will receive any ribbon and premium moniesawarded.

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Did you know that the Vance County Regional Fair has rides for all ages. We know that

many children attend the fair each year. That’s why we’ve created a special kiddie land

area with rides that are perfect for our small friends. Nothing brings out a great big

smile like one of our kiddie rides - especially our classic carousel.

DEPARTMENT E - CANNING - JUNIOR DIVISION(9-18 years old)

DEPARTMENT F - BREAD, CAKE, CANDY, & COOKIES

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DEPARTMENT F - BREAD, CAKE, CANDYDEPARTMENT G - BREAD, CAKE, CANDY - JR DIV (Under age 18)

DEPARTMENT H - CLOTHING

Scorecard for Bread,Cakes and Cookies:

General appearance(shape, color, crust) 25 pointsFlavor (taste pleasing, well blended) 25 pointsTexture (fine, even grain) 25 pointsCrumb (tender, light, slightly moist) 25 points

Place breads and cakes on heavy cardboard about 1" bigger thanfood. Cover cardboard with foil. Place cookies, muffins, candy, biscuits, etc., on a heavy-duty paper plate. Punch a hole (if possible)on edge of plate for entry tag. Place food on plate into food gradeplastic bag and close.

F - 1 Banana bread (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 2 Biscuits - sweet milk (6) 4.00 3.00F - 3 Biscuits - buttermilk (6) 4.00 3.00F - 4 Cornbread - (6 pieces) 4.00 3.00F - 5 Coffee cake - quick

- (6 pieces or 1/2) 4.00 3.00F - 6 Coffee cake-yeast (6 pcs or 1/2) 4.00 3.00F - 7 Muffins - corn (6) 4.00 3.00F - 8 Muffins - other (6) 4.00 3.00F - 9 Nut Bread (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 10 Loaf yeast bread, white (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 11 Loaf yeast bread,

whole wheat (1/2 loaf)4.00 3.00F - 12 Rolls, plain (6) 4.00 3.00F - 13 Rolls, sweet (6) 4.00 3.00F - 14 Cheese straws or biscuits (6) 4.00 3.00F - 15 Bread - zuchinni (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 16 Bread - cranberry (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 17 Bread - currant (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 18 Bread - pumpkin (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 19 Bread - poppyseed (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00F - 20 Bread - other (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00

CAKESRules and Regulations

1. Cakes should be placed on foil covered cardboard (not a plate).Have cardboard one inch larger than the cake.2. Only 1/3 of a standard type cake needs be exhibited.3. All decorated cakes must be full size. Styrofoam forms may beused for entries F-34 to F-37. Decorated cakes do not have to be in aplastic bag.

TUBE OR LOAF CAKEF - 21 Angel food 6.00 5.00F - 22 Applesauce 6.00 5.00F - 23 Pound cake - plain 6.00 5.00F - 24 Pound cake -

chocolate 6.00 5.00F - 26 Fruit cake 6.00 5.00F - 27 Chiffon 6.00 5.00F - 28 Fresh apple 6.00 5.00F - 29 Other 6.00 5.00

LAYER CAKESF - 30 Coconut 6.00 5.00F - 31 Caramel 6.00 5.00F - 32 Devils food

(white or chocolate icing) 6.00 5.00F - 33 German chocolate 6.00 5.00F - 34 Plain layer, cooked choc icing 6.00 5.00F - 35 Plain layer, powdered sugar icing6.00 5.00F - 36 Chocolate layer, chocolate icing 6.00 5.00F - 37 Spice layer, any icing 6.00 5.00F - 38 Other 6.00 5.00

DECORATED CAKESScorecard:

Overall appearance 50 pointsTechniques and designs 50 points

Stryrofoam forms may be used for entries F-39 to F-43.

F - 39 Party cupcakes (6) 6.00 5.00F - 40 Birthday 9.00 7.00F - 41 Wedding 9.00 7.00F - 42 Holiday 9.00 7.00F - 43 Other occasion 9.00 7.00

An additional $25.00 award will be presented to the "Best of Class" winner by the fair.

COOKIESF - 44 Cookies - plain (6) 4.00 3.00F - 45 Cookies - oatmeal (6) 4.00 3.00F - 46 Cookies - nut (6) 4.00 3.00F - 47 Cookies - fancy (6) 4.00 3.00F - 48 Cookies - other (6) 4.00 3.00F - 49 Brownies (6) 4.00 3.00

CANDYF - 50 Chocolate fudge (cooked) 4.00 3.00

(6 1-inch squares)F - 51 Peanut brittle (6) 4.00 3.00F - 52 Seafoam or Divinity (6) 4.00 3.00F - 53 Mints (6) 4.00 3.00F - 54 Chocolate covered candy (6) 4.00 3.00F - 55 Other 4.00 3.00

DEPARTMENT G - BREAD, CAKE, CANDY - JUNIOR DIVISION (9-18 years old)See appropriate rules in Dept. FNon-compete policy for children: Any items exhibited by youthunder 9 years of age should be entered in the appropriate juniordivision category but will receive a ribbon and $1.00 cash awardfor participation. Age of exhibitor is their age on September 25,2012.

G - 1 Biscuits (6) 4.00 3.00G - 2 Muffins (6) 4.00 3.00G - 3 Rolls (6) 4.00 3.00G - 4 Cup cakes (6) 4.00 3.00G - 5 Layer cake - commercial mix,

any icing (1/3) 4.00 3.00G - 6 Layer Cake - from scratch,

any icing (1/3) 4.00 3.00G - 7 Loaf cake - iced or uniced (1/2) 4.00 3.00G - 8 Brownies (6) 4.00 3.00G - 9 Cookies - plain (6) 4.00 3.00G - 10 Cookies - oatmeal (6) 4.00 3.00

G - 11 Cookies - nut (6) 4.00 3.00G - 12 Cookies - fancy (6) 4.00 3.00G - 13 Cookies - chocolate chip (6 4.00 3.00G - 14 Cookies - other (6) 4.00 3.00G - 15 Chocolate fudge - (6 1" sq.) 4.00 3.00G - 16 Seafoam (6) 4.00 3.00G - 17 Candy - other (6) 4.00 3.00G - 18 Bread (1/2 loaf) 4.00 3.00G - 19 Coffee cake 4.00 3.00G - 20 Nut bread 4.00 3.00G - 21 Yeast bread 4.00 3.00G - 22 Scones (6) 4.00 3.00G - 23 Cookies - sugar (6) 4.00 3.00G - 24 Cookies - Peanut Butter (6) 4.00 3.00G - 25 Cookies (6) - bar 4.00 3.00G - 26 Cookies (6) - rolled 4.00 3.00G - 27 Cookies (6) - drop 4.00 3.00G - 28 Biscotti (6) 4.00 3.00G - 29 Peanut Butter Delight -

no-bake (6) 4.00 3.00G - 30 Peanut Brittle (6) 4.00 3.00G - 31 Mints (10) 4.00 3.00G - 32 Candy (6) - toffee, caramels,

pralines, fondant, truffles 4.00 3.00G - 33 Hard candy (6) 4.00 3.00G - 34 Fudge (6) 4.00 3.00

DECORATED CAKES - JUNIORScorecard:

Overall appearance 50 pointsTechniques and designs 50 points

Stryrofoam forms may be used for entries F-39 to F-43.G - 35 Party cupcakes (6) 6.00 5.00G - 36 Birthday 9.00 7.00G - 37 Wedding 9.00 7.00G - 38 Holiday 9.00 7.00G - 39 Other occasion 9.00 7.00

DEPARTMENT H - CLOTHINGWOVEN FABRICS OTHER THAN WOOL OR WOOL BLENDH - 1 Apron - fancy 2.50 2.00H - 2 Apron - work 2.50 2.00H - 3 Nightgown 3.50 2.75H - 4 Pajamas 3.50 2.75H - 5 Housecoat 3.50 2.75H - 6 Blouse 3.50 2.75H - 7 Dress 3.50 2.75H - 8 Vest 3.50 2.75H - 9 Suit 5.00 3.00H - 10 All purpose coat 5.00 3.00H - 11 Pants suit 5.00 3.00H - 12 Shorts 3.50 2.75H - 13 Evening dress 5.00 3.00H - 14 Skirt 3.50 2.75H - 15 Pants 3.50 2.75H - 16 Scarf 3.50 2.75H - 17 Other 3.50 2.75

WOOL OR WOOL BLEND FABRICSH - 18 Jumper 3.50 2.75H - 19 Other 3.50 2.75

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Saturday, September 29 • 1 PM

Join the fun and excitement as we present the

Vance County Regional Fair Pageant. For children

12 and under, the pageant offers boys and girls

an opportunity to compete for the crown.

Interested in participating? Call 252-762-5263or email vancecountyfairpageant@yahoo.com.

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JUNIOR DIVISION

KNIT FABRICSH - 20 Skirt 3.50 2.75H - 21 Blouse 3.50 2.75H - 22 Dress 3.50 2.75H - 23 Shorts 3.50 2.75H - 24 Pants 3.50 2.75H - 25 Pants and jacket 5.00 3.00H - 26 Other 3.50 2.75

MEN'S WEARH - 27 Pajamas 3.50 2.75H - 28 Robe 3.50 2.75H - 29 Shirt 3.50 2.75H - 30 Sports jacket 5.00 3.00H - 31 Pants 3.50 2.75H - 32 Suit 6.00 4.00H - 33 Other 3.50 2.75

INFANT'S AND TODDLER'S WEARH - 34 Receiving blanket 2.50 2.00H - 35 Pillow case 2.50 2.00H - 36 Bonnet 2.50 2.00H - 37 Gown 2.50 2.00H - 39 Sacque 2.50 2.00H - 40 Dress 2.50 2.00H - 41 Play suit 2.50 2.00H - 42 Other 3.50 2.75

CHILDREN'S WEARH - 43 Pajamas / Gown 3.00 2.50H - 44 Robe 3.00 2.50H - 45 Skirt 3.00 2.50H - 46 Blouse 3.00 2.50H - 47 Dress - 3-6 year 3.00 2.50H - 48 Dress - 6-12 year 3.00 2.50H - 49 Boy's shirt 3.00 2.50H - 50 Boy's suit 5.00 3.00H - 51 Girl's coat 5.00 3.00H - 52 Play outfit 3.00 2.50H - 53 Other 3.00 2.50

KNITTED WEARH - 54 Booties 2.50 2.00H - 55 Cap 2.50 2.00H - 56 Sacque or baby sweater 2.50 2.00H - 57 Sweater - women's cardigan 3.50 2.75H - 58 Sweater - women's pullover 3.50 2.75H - 59 Sweater - men's cardigan 3.50 2.75H - 60 Sweater - men's pullover 3.50 2.75H - 61 Shawl or stole 3.50 2.75H - 62 Vest 3.50 2.75H - 63 Gloves 3.50 2.75H - 64 Scarf 3.50 2.75H - 65 Other 3.50 2.75

CROCHETED WEARH - 66 Booties 2.50 2.00H - 67 Cap 2.50 2.00H - 68 Sweater - baby 2.50 2.00H - 69 Sweater - women's 3.50 2.75H - 70 Shawl or stole 3.50 2.75H - 71 Vest 3.50 2.75H - 72 Collar 2.50 2.00H - 73 Gloves 3.50 2.75H - 74 Scarf 3.50 2.75H - 75 Other 3.50 2.75

DEPARTMENT I - CLOTHINGJUNIOR DIVISION (9-18 years old)

Non-compete policy for children: Any items exhibited by youthunder 9 years of age should be entered in the appropriate juniordivision category but will receive a ribbon and $1.00 cash awardfor participation. Age of exhibitor is their age on September 25,2012.I - 1 Apron 2.50 2.00I - 2 Blouse 3.50 2.75I - 3 Coat 5.00 3.00

I - 4 Dress - school 3.50 2.75I - 5 Dress - best 3.50 2.75I - 6 Gown 3.50 2.75I - 7 Pajamas / Gown 3.50 2.75I - 8 Housecoat 3.50 2.75I - 9 Shorts 3.50 2.75I - 10 Skirt - cotton 3.50 2.75I - 11 Skirt - wool 3.50 2.75I - 12 Pants 3.50 2.75I - 13 Pants suit 5.00 3.00I - 14 Crocheted article -- any type 3.50 2.75I - 15 Knitted article -- any type 3.50 2.75I - 16 Shirt 3.50 2.75I - 17 Any other garment 3.50 2.75

DEPARTMENT J - HOUSE FURNISHINGS

NEEDLEWORKJ - 1 Napkins or placemats -

hemstitched (4) 4.00 2.75J - 2 Napkins or placemats -

embroidered (4) 4.00 2.75J - 3 Napkins or placemats - other 4.00 2.75J - 4 Tablecloth - hemstitched 6.00 3.00J - 5 Tablecloth - embroidered 6.00 3.00J - 6 Tablecloth - any other finish 6.00 3.00J - 7 Bridge set - any finish 3.50 2.75J - 8 Pillowcases - hemstitched 3.50 2.75J - 9 Pillowcases - embroidered 3.50 2.75J - 10 Pillowcases - any other finish 3.50 2.75J - 11 Tea towel - any finish 3.00 2.00J - 12 Bedspread - crocheted 8.00 4.00J - 13 Bedspread - pieced 8.00 4.00J - 14 Bedspread - any finish 8.00 4.00

AFGHANSJ - 15 Baby 5.00 3.00J - 16 Crocheted - plain 5.00 3.00J - 17 Crocheted - decorative 5.00 3.00J - 18 Knitted 5.00 3.00J - 19 Woven or embroidered 5.00 3.00

QuiltingJ - 20 Beginners Quilt, any technique8.00 4.00

(person quilting less than 2 years)J - 21 Pieced or Patchwork 8.00 4.00J - 22 Applique 8.00 4.00J - 23 Mixed Technique 8.00 4.00J - 24 Crib Quilt 6.00 3.50J - 25 Group Quilt, any technique 8.00 4.00J - 26 Quilted Wallhanging

(finished for hanging) 6.00 3.50J - 27 Quilted Wearable Art 5.00 3.00J - 28 Other 5.00 3.00

RUGSJ - 29 Hooked 5.00 3.00J - 30 Braided 5.00 3.00J - 31 Other 5.00 3.00

MISCELLANEOUSJ - 32 Pillow - crewel 4.00 2.75J - 33 Pillow - needlepoint 4.00 2.75J - 34 Pillow - quilted top 4.00 2.75J - 35 Pillow - candlewick 4.00 2.75J - 36 Pillow - counted cross stitch 4.00 2.75J - 37 Pillow - any other 4.00 2.75J - 38 Wall hanging - crewel 4.00 2.75J - 39 Wall hanging - needlepoint 4.00 2.75J - 40 Wall hanging - counted

cross stitch 4.00 2.75J - 41 Wall hanging - any needlework 4.00 2.75J - 42 Counted cross stitch - any type 4.00 2.75J - 43 Needlepoint - any type 4.00 2.75J - 44 Stuffed animal 4.00 2.75J - 45 Stuffed doll - dressed 4.00 2.75J - 46 Sculptured doll 4.00 2.75J - 47 Handbag - any needlework 4.00 2.75J - 48 Hat - any type 4.00 2.75J - 49 Any other needlework 4.00 2.75

J - 50 Decorative Towel 4.00 2.75J - 51 Dish Cloth 4.00 2.75J - 52 Make-up Bag 4.00 2.75J - 53 Felted Item 4.00 2.75

DEPARTMENT K - HOUSE FURNISHINGS - JUNIORK - 1 Crochet 3.50 2.75K - 2 Embroidery 3.50 2.75K - 3 Knitting 3.50 2.75K - 4 Quilting 3.50 2.75K - 5 Applique 3.50 2.75K - 6 Mixed Technique 3.50 2.75K - 7 Sewed Accessory 3.50 2.75

DEPARTMENT L - ARTS AND CRAFTSItems must have been made since last year’s fair.

L - 1 Weaving - any type 3.50 2.75L - 2 Woodwork 3.50 2.75L - 3 Glasscraft 3.50 2.75L - 4 String art 3.50 2.75L - 5 Picture craft -- dried flowers,

seed, etc. 3.50 2.75L - 6 Decoupage - plaques 3.50 2.75L - 7 Decoupage -other 3.50 2.75L - 8 Macramé - pot hangers 3.50 2.75L - 9 Macramé - other 3.50 2.75L - 10 Ceramics - stained finish 3.50 2.75L - 11 Ceramics - glazed 3.50 2.75L - 12 Ceramics - underglazed 3.50 2.75L - 13 Ceramics - overglazed 3.50 2.75L - 14 Ceramics - hand formed 3.50 2.75L - 15 Cane weaving 4.00 3.00L - 16 Hong Kong grass or rush

bottoms 4.00 3.00L - 17 Split oak 4.00 3.00L - 18 Leatherwork 3.50 2.75L - 19 Basket weaving 4.00 3.00L - 20 Door or wall hanging 3.50 2.75L - 21 Crocheted article - any type 3.50 2.75L - 22 Decorative flags 3.50 2.75L - 23 Jewelry 3.50 2.75L - 24 Hairbows/clips 3.50 2.75L - 25 Decorative shirt - jeweled 3.50 2.75L - 26 Decorative shirt - jeweled &

painted 3.50 2.75L - 27 Decorative shirt - painted 3.50 2.75L - 28 Other decorated wearable item 3.50 2.75L - 29 Porcelain dolls 3.50 2.75L - 30 Woodcarving 3.50 2.75L - 31 Paper Craft 3.50 2.75L - 32 Beadwork 3.50 2.75L - 33 Bread Dough or Clay 3.50 2.75L - 34 Candles 3.50 2.75L - 35 Cross Stitch 3.50 2.75L - 36 Fabric Craft 3.50 2.75L - 37 Metal Craft 3.50 2.75L - 38 Silk Flower Arrangements 3.50 2.75L - 39 Other 3.50 2.75L - 40 Felted Item 3.50 2.75

PAINTING(Must be mounted or matted ready for hanging)

L - 41 Oil 3.50 2.75L - 42 Water color 3.50 2.75L - 43 Pastel 3.50 2.75L - 44 Black and white 3.50 2.75L - 45 Acrylics 3.50 2.75L - 46 Mixed Media 3.50 2.75

AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY(Must mount or mat for hanging. Photos must be 5"x7" or larger.)

L - 47 Landscape 3.00 2.25L - 48 Farm life 3.00 2.25L - 49 Historic places 3.00 2.25L - 50 Still life 3.00 2.25L - 51 People 3.00 2.25L - 52 Sports 3.00 2.25L - 53 Animals 3.00 2.25L - 54 Flowers 3.00 2.25L - 55 Other 3.00 2.25

DEPARTMENT I - CLOTHINGDEPARTMENT J - HOUSE FURNISHINGS

DEPARTMENT K - HOUSE FURNISHINGS - JUNIORDEPARTMENT L - ARTS AND CRAFTS

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CHRISTMASL - 55 Tree ornaments - cross stitch 3.00 2.25L - 56 Tree ornaments - tatted 3.00 2.25L - 57 Tree ornaments - dried, natural 3.00 2.25L - 58 Tree ornaments - clay painted 3.00 2.25L - 59 Tree ornaments - wooden 3.00 2.25L - 60 Tree ornaments - pecan resin 3.00 2.25L - 61 Tree ornaments - crocheted 3.00 2.25L - 62 Tree ornaments - beaded 3.00 2.25L - 63 Tree ornaments - stained glass 3.00 2.25L - 64 Tree ornaments - other 3.00 2.25L - 65 Santa - pecan resin 3.00 2.25L - 66 Santa - natural material 3.00 2.25L - 67 Santa - cross stitch 3.00 2.25L - 68 Santa - paper mache 3.00 2.25L - 69 Santa - other 3.00 2.25(Christmas trees - maximum 2 feet height)L - 70 Tree - ceramic 3.00 2.25L - 71 Tree - decorative 3.00 2.25L - 72 Tree - homemade ornaments 3.00 2.25L - 73 Reindeer 3.00 2.25L - 74 Angel 3.00 2.25L - 75 Apron 3.00 2.25L - 76 Table cloth 3.00 2.25L - 77 Wreath - silk 3.00 2.25L - 78 Wreath - natural 3.00 2.25L - 79 Wreath - other 3.00 2.25L - 80 Table centerpiece 3.00 2.25L- 81 Tree skirt 3.00 2.25L - 82 Wall hanging 3.00 2.25L - 83 Place mats 3.00 2.25L - 84 Pillow 3.00 2.25L - 85 Decorative wearable items 3.00 2.25L - 86 Kissing balls 3.00 2.25L - 87 Stocking 3.00 2.25L - 88 Other 3.00 2.25

HALLOWEENL - 89 Candles 3.00 2.25L - 90 Witches 3.00 2.25L - 91 Jack O'Lantern 3.00 2.25L - 92 Witches broom 3.00 2.25L - 93 Ghosts 3.00 2.25L - 94 Black cat 3.00 2.25L - 95 Costume 3.00 2.25L - 96 Door decoration 3.00 2.25L - 97 Other 3.00 2.25

EASTERL - 98 Eggs - painted 3.00 2.25L - 99 Eggs - ceramic 3.00 2.25L - 100 Eggs - crocheted 3.00 2.25L - 101 Eggs - sugar 3.00 2.25L - 102 Eggs - blown decorative 3.00 2.25L - 103 Stuffed rabbits 3.00 2.25L - 104 Stuffed chickens 3.00 2.25L - 105 Door decoration 3.00 2.25L - 106 Other

PUMPKINSL - 107 Decorated Clothing 3.00 2.25L - 108 Door Decoration 3.00 2.25L - 109 Place Mats 3.00 2.25L - 110 Table Centerpiece 3.00 2.25L - 111 Tablecloth 3.00 2.25L - 112 Other 3.00 2.25

CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENT CONTESTTwo ornaments, one adult and one youth, will be selected to repre-sent Vance County on the North Carolina tree displayed inside theWest hallway of the State Capitol in Raleigh. Ornaments shoulddepict natural resources or products representative of North Carolinaor Vance County. Ornaments must not exceed 4" x 4" nor be smallerthan 2" x 2". Indicate on your registration “ Capital Tree Ornament,”after the name of the entry category you desire to enter. Only oneornament per person per category number. The winning ornamentswill NOT be returned to exhibitors. Other ornaments entered in this

contest may also be retained for local display purposes.

SCRAPBOOKINGMay submit one 1-page or one 2-page layout per premium list num-ber. All pages must be in page protectors (this means that a 2-pagelayout needs 2 page protectors).L - 113 Heritage--old pictures, family tree 3.50 2.75L - 114 Baby/kids 3.50 2.75L - 115 Travel/vacation 3.50 2.75L - 116 Wedding/anniversary 3.50 2.75L - 117 Holidays 3.50 2.75L - 118 Other celebrations 3.50 2.75L - 119 Individual tributes 3.50 2.75

RUBBER STAMPINGEntries must be in clear envelopes for protection.L - 120 Cards--holidays 3.00 2.25L - 121 Cards--layered 3.00 2.25L - 123 Cards--embellished 3.00 2.25L - 124 Cards--embossed 3.00 2.25L - 125 Jewelry, stamped only 3.00 2.25L - 126 Miscellaneous--other than cards/jewelry

3.00 2.25

DEPARTMENT M - ARTS AND CRAFTS - JUNIOR DIVISION (9-18 years old)

Junior categories are divided into two categories: A (9-12 yearolds) and B (13-17 year olds). Category entries should reflect thecategory number and the age group letter to ensure properplacement. For example, an entry in category M-1 for a 9 yearold would be entered as M-1-A. Items must have been madesince last year's fair.

Non-compete policy for children: Any items exhibited by youthunder 9 years of age should be entered in the appropriate juniordivision category but will receive a ribbon and $1.00 cash awardfor participation. Age of exhibitor is their age on September 25,2012.

M - 1 Ceramics 3.50 2.75M - 2 Sand craft 3.50 2.75M - 3 Jewelry - any type 3.50 2.75M - 4 Any paper craft 3.50 2.75M - 5 Wooden work - any type 3.50 2.75M - 6 Leatherwork 3.50 2.75M - 7 Pot holders 3.50 2.75M - 8 Popsicle stick articles 3.50 2.75M - 9 Hair bows/clips 3.50 2.75M - 10 Decorative shirt - jeweled 3.50 2.75M - 11 Decorative shirt - painted 3.50 2.75M - 12 Decorative shirt - painted & jeweled

3.50 2.75M - 13 Decorative wearable article 3.50 2.75M - 14 Other decorated article 3.50 2.75M - 15 Painting - acrylic freehand 3.50 2.75M - 16 Painting - paint by number 3.50 2.75M - 17 Painting - oil 3.50 2.75M - 18 Painting - water color 3.50 2.75M - 19 Painting - pastel 3.50 2.75M - 20 Black and white - free hand 3.50 2.75M - 21 Colored Pencil Drawing 3.50 2.75M - 22 Beadwork 3.50 2.75M - 23 Pottery 3.50 2.75M - 24 Pipe cleaner craft 3.50 2.75M - 25 Counted cross stitch 3.50 2.75M - 26 Weaving - any type 3.50 2.75M - 27 Woodcarving 3.50 2.75M - 28 Plastic craft 3.50 2.75M - 29 Other craft 3.50 2.75M - 30 Needlepoint - any type 3.50 2.75M - 31 Fabric Craft 3.50 2.75M - 32 Group Project 3.50 2.75M - 33 Felted Item 3.50 2.75

PHOTOGRAPHY(All photographs should be mounted or matted

for hanging or display)M - 34 Photograph, landscape or seascape

3.50 2.75M - 35 Photograph, building(s) 3.50 2.75M - 36 Photograph, people

(individual or group) 3.50 2.75

M - 37 Photograph, animals, birds, insects3.50 2.75

M - 38 Photograph, flowers 3.50 2.75M - 39 Photograph, miscellaneous 3.50 2.75

HOLIDAYCHRISTMASM - 40 Tree ornaments - cross stitch 3.00 2.25M - 41 Tree ornaments - wooden 3.00 2.25M - 42 Tree ornaments - beaded 3.00 2.25M - 43 Tree ornaments - stained glass 3.00 2.25M - 44 Tree ornaments - other 3.00 2.25M - 45 Santa - any type 3.00 2.25(Christmas trees - maximum 2 feet height)M - 46 Tree - decorative 3.00 2.25M - 47 Tree - homemade ornaments 3.00 2.25M - 48 Reindeer 3.00 2.25M - 49 Angel 3.00 2.25M - 50 Apron 3.00 2.25M - 51 Tree skirt 3.00 2.25M - 52 Wall hanging 3.00 2.25M - 53 Decorative wearable items 3.00 2.25M - 54 Kissing balls 3.00 2.25M - 55 Stocking 3.00 2.25M - 56 Other 3.00 2.25

HALLOWEENM - 57 Candles 3.00 2.25M - 58 Witches 3.00 2.25M - 59 Witches broom 3.00 2.25M - 60 Ghosts 3.00 2.25M - 61 Black cat 3.00 2.25M - 62 Costume 3.00 2.25M - 63 Door decoration 3.00 2.25M - 64 Other 3.00 2.25

EASTERM - 65 Eggs - painted 3.00 2.25M - 66 Eggs - sugar 3.00 2.25M - 67 Stuffed rabbits 3.00 2.25M - 68 Stuffed chickens 3.00 2.25M - 69 Other 3.00 2.25

SCRAPBOOKINGMay submit one 1-page or one 2-page layout per premium list num-ber. All pages must be in page protectors (this means that a 2-pagelayout needs 2 page protectors).M - 70 Heritage--old pictures, family tree 3.50 2.75M - 71 Friends/family 3.50 2.75M - 72 Travel/vacation 3.50 2.75M - 73 Holidays 3.50 2.75M - 74 Other celebrations 3.50 2.75M - 75 Individual tributes 3.50 2.75

RUBBER STAMPINGEntries must be in clear envelopes for protection.M - 76 Cards--holidays 3.00 2.25M - 77 Cards--layered 3.00 2.25M - 78 Cards--embellished 3.00 2.25M - 79 Cards--embossed 3.00 2.25M - 80 Jewelry, stamped only 3.00 2.25M - 81 Miscellaneous--other than cards/jewelry

3.00 2.25

DEPARTMENT L - ARTS AND CRAFTSDEPARTMENT M - ARTS & CRAFTS, JUNIOR

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DEPARTMENT N - FLOWERSGENERAL RULES

1. All entries in horticulture must be grown by exhibitor and only oneperson may exhibit from one garden.2. Materials in arrangements need not be grown by exhibitor, butarrangements must be made and entered in name of exhibitor.3. Exhibitor may enter only one exhibit under each entry number.4. Adults should not enter exhibits under a junior's name.

CHRYSANTHEMUMSN - 1 Single flower - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 2 Pompom - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 3 Decorative - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 4 Any other - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 5 Collection - 3 stems - any color or type

3.25 2.75DAHLIASN - 6 Large decorative, 8" or more, 1 bloom

3.00 2.00N - 7 Decorative, 4"-8", 1 bloom 3.00 2.00N - 8 Pompom, ball or miniature, 1 bloom

3.00 2.00N - 9 Collection - 3 different varieties 3.25 2.75

ROSESN - 10 Hybrid tea, white - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 11 Hybrid tea, yellow - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 12 Hybrid tea, orange - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 13 Hybrid tea, pink - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 14 Hybrid tea, red - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 15 Hybrid tea, any other - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 16 Collection, 3 varieties 3.25 2.75N - 17 Floribunda, climber, or other - 1 stem

3.00 2.00N - 18 Miniature - 1 stem 3.00 2.00

OTHER CUT FLOWERSN - 19 Aster- 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 20 Ageratum - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 21 Cleome - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 22 Cosmos - 3 stems 3.00 2.00N - 23 Gerbera Daisy - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 24 Salvia, blue - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 25 Salvia, red - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 25 Salvia, other - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 26 Strawflower - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 27 Celosia, feather - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 28 Marigold, large - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 29 Marigold, small - 1 spray 3.00 2.00N - 30 Petunia, single - 3 stems 3.00 2.00N - 31 Petunia, double - 3 stems 3.00 2.00N - 32 Snapdragon - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 33 Zinnia, large - 1 stem 3.00 2.00N - 34 Zinnia, small - 3 stems 3.00 2.00N - 35 Canna Lilly, Red (1 stem) 3.00 2.00N - 36 Canna Lilly, other color (1 stem) 3.00 2.00N - 37 Celosia (1 stem) 3.00 2.00N - 38 Lantana (1 stem) 3.00 2.00N - 39 Impatients (1 stem) 3.00 2.00N - 40 Black Eyed Susan (1stem) 3.00 2.00N - 41 Verbena (3 stems) 3.00 2.00

N - 42 Herbs (1 stem) 3.00 2.00N - 43 Hydrangea` 3.00 2.00N - 44 Sedum 3.00 2.00N - 45 Any Other (1 stem) 3.00 2.00POTTED PLANTS(No pot over 18" in diameter)N - 46 Begonia, wax

(common begonia) 3.25 2.75N - 47 Begonia, double 3.25 2.75N - 48 Begonia, any other 3.25 2.75N - 49 Geranium 3.25 2.75N - 50 Impatiens, single 3.25 2.75N - 51 Impatiens, double 3.25 2.75N - 52 African violet, single bloom 3.25 2.75N - 53 African violet, double bloom 3.25 2.75N - 54 African violet, miniature 3.25 2.75N - 55 Any other flowering plant 3.25 2.75N - 56 Cactus 3.25 2.75N - 57 Fern, Boston 3.25 2.75N - 58 Fern, any other 3.25 2.75N - 59 Snake plant 3.25 2.75N - 60 Coleus 3.25 2.75N - 61 Topiary 3.25 2.75N - 62 Hanging Basket 3.25 2.75N - 63 Orchids 3.25 2.75N - 64 Terrarium 3.25 2.75N - 65 Herbs 3.25 2.75N - 66 Any other succulent 3.25 2.75N - 67 Any other foliage plant 3.25 2.75N - 68 Any outdoor container garden 3.25 2.75N - 69 Any indoor dish garden 3.25 2.75

ARRANGEMENTSN - 70 Arrangement of fall colors,

fresh or dried material 5.00 3.00 N - 71 Arrangement using fresh

pine and flowers 5.00 3.00N - 72 Arrangement featuring

yellow and/or orange 5.00 3.00N - 73 Line arrangement 5.00 3.00N - 74 Arrangement for dining table 5.00 3.00N - 75 Bouquet of mixed garden

flowers 5.00 3.00N - 76 Arrangement of roses 5.00 3.00N - 77 Arrangement of all foliage 5.00 3.00N - 78 Small Arrangement

(no more than 8” any dimension) 5.00 3.00

N - 78 Any Arrangement featuring a real pumpkin 5.00 3.00

N - 79 Any other unlisted arrangement 5.00 3.00

N - 80 Garden Club 25.00 10.00

BONUS AWARDSTo individual receiving most blue ribbons in horticulture exhibits 6.00To individual with most outstanding arrangement 6.00

DEPARTMENT O - FLOWERS (JUNIOR 9-18 years old)

Non-compete policy for children: Any items exhibited by youthunder 9 years of age should be entered in the appropriate junior

division category but will receive a ribbon and $1.00 cash awardfor participation. Age of exhibitor is their age on September 25,2012.

(Refer to Department N Rules)O - 1 Chrysanthemums - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 2 Dahlias - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 3 Roses (hybrid tea) - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 4 Roses (Floribunda, Climber

or other) - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 5 Roses (miniature) - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 6 Celosia - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 7 Marigold - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O -8 Zinnia - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 9 Other - 1 stem 3.00 2.00O - 10 Fresh arrangement 3.00 2.00O - 11 Dried arrangement 3.00 2.00O - 12 Potted Plant 3.00 2.00

DEPARTMENT P - DECORATED PUMPKINSRules and Regulations

1. Pumpkin does not have to be grown by entrant.2. Pumpkin must be free from decay.3. Paint and other art media should be used to

create desired image.4. $8.00 cash award and blue ribbon will be awarded

to first place winner, $6.00 cash award and red ribbonwill be awarded to second place winner in each agedivision for each category.

5. The maximum number of entrants per entry is two persons.6. All participants receive an entry ribbon.7. Overall best of show receives a best of show ribbon.

Pumpkins may be decorated to look funny, pretty, scary, ugly, etc.

P - 1 Ages 6-8 8.00 6.00 P - 2 Ages 9-12 8.00 6.00P - 3 Ages 13-17 8.00 6.00P - 4 Ages 18-Adult 8.00 6.00

DEPARTMENT Q - SCARECROWSRules and Regulations

1. Scarecrows must be handmade and unique, and must be cunning,lovable or humorous (NOT FRIGHTENING!).2. Exhibitor may enter only one (1) Scarecrow.3. Scarecrows are to be a maximum of 5' in height and cover nomore than three (3) square feet of floor space and be free standing. 4. Exhibitors must use at least 75% natural materials.5. Scarecrows can be old-fashioned, high fashioned, or sci-fi. 6. DO NOT INCLUDE: Purchased or rented masks and/or costume, artificial plant material, electrical devices (including battery-operated units).

SCORINGCreativity......... ................... . 50 pointsWorkmanship........ ............... 25 pointsOriginality........ ................... . 25 points

Q-1 Scarecrow (Ages 6-8) 10.00 8.00Q-2 Scarecrow (Ages 9-12) 10.00 8.00Q-3 Scarecrow (Ages 13-17) 10.00 8.00Q-4 Scarecrow (Ages 18-Adult) 10.00 8.00

DEPARTMENT N - FLOWERSDEPARTMENT O - FLOWERS, JUNIOR

DEPARTMENT P - DECORATED PUMPKINSDEPARTMENT Q - SCARECROWS

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The Family Fun Farm, staffed by Extension's Kerr Lake Master Gardener Volunteers,

will be open each evening from 5 to 8 pm with crafts and games. Dig for potatoes,

pick apples, and collect eggs from our special fair chickens :)

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Tentative Schedule of Events for Livestock:Noon - 1:00pm Sheep, Heifers, Goat, & Chicken Check-in1:00 Introductions1:15 Heifer Show, Beef Cattle ShowmanshipSHORT BREAKJunior Market Lamb Show, Jr. Ewe Meat Breed ShowJunior Wool Sheep Show, Junior Sheep ShowmanshipSHORT BREAKJunior Commercial Does Goat Show, Junior Market Goat Show,Junior Dairy Goat Show, Junior Goat ShowmanshipSHORT BREAKChicken Showmanship, Chicken Show

General Show Rules & Regulations1. Exhibitors must be ages 5*-18 years of age as of January 1, 2012.Each youth must be able to handle their animal in the show ring. Noadults are allowed in the show ring. *Youth ages 5-8 years will not par-ticipate in peer to peer competition. Therefore youth ages 5-8 years willonly participate in showmanship classes. Each will receive a participa-tion ribbon plus $5.00. 2. Animals must be owned by the exhibitor by August 11, 2012. (This is60 days before the NC State Fair. In order for participants to show at theState Fair and to sell animals at State Fair, animal projects must beginby this date.) 3. All animals exhibited must meet NC Health requirements. Exhibitorsare responsible for obtaining health papers and should have them avail-able for inspection. 4. If participant has more than one animal in a class, the second animalmust be shown by a participant approved by the show officials.5. All animals will be checked-in on September 29th, between noon and1:00 PM. Market animals will be weighed at this time. 6. Major fitting should be done prior to arrival at fair. No wash facilitiesare available. No animal pens are available. 7. All animals must be halter broken. Animals that are unruly mayendanger the safety of exhibitors and may be asked to leave the ring. 8. Closing date for entries shall be September 14, 2012. Each entrymust have approval and signature of county 4-H agent, livestock agent,or high school Vo-Ag teacher in the participant'shome county. Entries must be mailed to Vance County 4-H Agent, 305Young Street, Henderson, NC 27536, and received no later thanSeptember 14, 2012.9. Exhibitors are solely responsible for feed and care of animals duringfair. Each exhibitor assumes all liabilities in case of sickness, death, orinjury to his/her animals. The management, exhibitors, and ownersassume no liability for injury from any case to individuals or property.(There is no policy for compensation to loss of any animal on the farm.) 10. In cases where questions arise that are not specifically covered bythese rules, decisions of the show committee are final. 11. Animals must be in good condition and free of disease. Any animalappearing unhealthy will be barred from show and show grounds. 12. No animals will be sold at this show.

ANY ANIMAL DEEMED SUSPECT OF CARRYING ATRANSMITTABLE DISEASE WILL BE EXCUSED FROM THE SHOW.

**NOTICE**Foot and Mouth Regulations1. If you have traveled in the last 14 days or had visitors from FMDcountries, please do not attend the event.2. If there are other animals at home or on the farm, change into cleanclothes and shoes before visiting the fair or other events, and do notwear the same shoes and clothes worn to the event around livestock athome.3. All exhibitors should bring animals to the fairgrounds in cleaned, dis-infected vehicles and trailers.4. Only the exhibitors and show personnel will be allowed inside theshow ring. Animal traffic and spectator traffic will be as separate as pos-sible.5. Exhibitors should isolate all show animals for 30 days prior to reintro-duction to remaining animals on the farm.6. All animal health regulations of NCDA Veterinary Division will bestrictly enforced.7. If an exhibitor observes any animals with suspicious clinical signs,they should contact their local veterinarian before bringing the animal toan event.*************************************************************************

Junior Market Lamb Show Rules & Regulations1. Wethers (castrated male) of any meat breed may be shown. (Noteonly wethers will be allowed in this class at the NC State Fair.) 2. No market lamb over 1 year of age may be shown in Market LambClasses. Lambs must have all baby teeth and weigh a minimum of 70lbs. to show3. Individual market lamb classes will be determined the day of theshow according to the number of animals and the weights.4. Lambs will be shown as individuals. Each exhibitor is limited to 2entries.5. All lambs must have Scrapie tags or tattoos according to NCDA regu-lations. 6. This county show is not a terminal show.

Junior Ewe Meat Show Rules and Regulations1. Ewes of any meat breed may be shown. 2. Ewes must be born no earlier than September 1, 2010 to be eligibleto show. (Note to show at the NC State Fair junior lambs must have alltemporary teeth in place, yearling lambs may have one pair of perma-nent incisors and senior ewes may have a second set of permanentincisors.)3. Classes are as follows:I - Senior Ewe - Born September 1, 2010 to January 31, 2011II - Yearling Ewe - Born February 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011III - Junior Ewe - Born after December 31, 20114. Ewes will be shown as individuals. Each exhibitor is limited to 2entries.5. All ewes must have Scrapie tag or tattoos according to NCDA regula-tions.

Junior Wool Sheep Show Rules and Regulations1. Ewes of any wool breed may be shown.2. Wool Sheep may be any age.3. Classes are as follows:I Ewes (over 1 year old)II Lambs (under 1 year old) Individual show classes may be divided into smaller classes dependingon the number of entries.4. Wool sheep will be shown as individuals. Each exhibitor is limited to2 entries.5. All sheep must have Scrapie tags or tattoos according to NCDA regu-lations.

Premiums List For Sheep ShowJunior Market LambsGrand Champion Market Lamb - $25, purple, rosette ribbonReserve Champion Market Lamb - $20, lavender rosette ribbonPer Class:1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation RibbonsJunior Ewe Meat BreedsGrand Champion Ewe - $25, purple rosette ribbonReserve Champion Ewe - $20, lavender rosette ribbonEwe Classes (3 possible classes)I Senior Ewes1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation RibbonsII Yearling Ewes1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation RibbonsIII Junior Ewes1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation Ribbons

Junior Wool SheepGrand Champion Wool Sheep - $25, purple rosette ribbonReserve Champion Wool Sheep - $20, lavender rosette ribbon1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation Ribbons

Premiums List for Sheep ShowmanshipSheep showmanship classes will consist of participants from MarketLamb, Ewe Meat Breeds, and Wool Sheep classes.Classes will be as follows:Novice 5 to 8Junior 9 to 13Senior 14 to 18Novice Sheep Showmen - All receive $5.00, ribbonJunior Grand Champion - $50, purple rosette ribbonJunior Reserve Champion - $25, lavender rosette ribbonSenior Grand Champion - $50, purple rosette ribbonSenior Grand Champion - $25, lavender rosette ribbon

Junior Heifer Show Rules and Regulations1. Heifers of any meat breed may be show.2. Heifers must be born September 2010 or after to be eligible to show. 3. Entries will be divided into classes once entries are received. 4. Heifers will be shown as individuals. Each exhibitor is limited to 2entries. 5. All heifers must be identified according to NCDA regulations.6. Each youth must be able to handle their animal in the show ring or bedismissed from the ring. No adults may lead animals in the ring. Heifersmust be handled and halter broke by participant at least one month priorto show date.7. Heifers will be shown at halter.

Premiums List for Heifer ShowGrand Champion Heifer - $50, purple rosette ribbonReserve Champion Heifer - $25, lavender rosette ribbonPossible Heifer Classes: Classes will be determined by # of entriesClass I -Class II -Class III -Class IV -Per Class:1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation RibbonsPremiums List for Heifer ShowmanshipClasses will be as follows:Novice 5 to 8Junior 9 to 13Senior 14 to 18Novice Heifer Showmen - All receive $5.00, ribbonJunior Grand Champion - $50, purple rosette ribbonJunior Reserve Champion - $25, lavender rosette ribbonSenior Grand Champion - $50, purple rosette ribbonSenior Reserve Champion - $25, lavender rosette ribbon

Junior Meat Goat Does Show Rules and Regulations1. Does of any meat breed may be shown. 2. Does must be born no earlier than April 1, 2010 to be eligible toshow. 3. Classes are as follows:I - Yearling doe/nanny - born April 1, 2010 - March 31, 2011II - Senior kid - born April 1, 2011 to Dec. 31, 2011III - Junior doe kid - born after Dec. 31, 2011 (Note: At the NC State Fair kids must have all baby teeth in place; doesmay have at least one baby tooth missing and no more than 4 perma-nent teeth.)4. Goats will be shown as individuals. Each exhibitor is limited to 2entries.5. All goats must have Scrapie tag or tattoos according to NCDA regula-tions.6. All horn tips must be dulled and/or blunt.

VANCE COUNTY FAIR 4-H JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW

September 29, 2012

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Junior Market Meat Goat Show Rules and Regulations1. Wethers (castrated male) of any meat breed may be shown. (*Noteonly wethers will be allowed in this class at the NC State Fair and theymust weigh between 50 to 120 lbs and have all baby teeth.) 2. No market goat over 1 year of age may be shown in Market GoatClasses. Goats must have all baby teeth and weigh a minimum of 35 lbs.to show3. Individual market goat classes will be determined the day of the showaccording to the number of animals and the weights.4. Goats will be shown as individuals. Each exhibitor is limited to 2entries.5. All goats must have Scrapie tags or tattoos according to NCDA regula-tions. 6. This county show is not a terminal show. All horn tips must be dulledand/or blunt.

Junior Dairy Goat Show Rules and Regulations1. Does of any dairy breed may be shown.2. Goats may be any age.3. Classes are as follows:I Does (over 1 year old)II Kids (under 1 year old) Individual show classes may be divided into smaller classes dependingon the number of entries.4. Dairy goats will be shown as individuals. Each exhibitor is limited to 2entries.5. All goats must have Scrapie tags or tattoos according to NCDA regula-tions.6. All horn tips must be dulled and/or blunt.

Premiums List For Meat Goats ShowJunior Meat Goat Does (3 possible classes)Grand Champion Commercial Doe - $25, purple rosette ribbonReserve Champion Commercial Doe - $20.00, lavender rosette ribbonPer Class:I Senior Does1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation RibbonsII Yearling Does1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue Ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation RibbonsIII Junior Does1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation Ribbons

Junior Market GoatsGrand Champion Market Goat - $25, purple rosette ribbonReserve Champion Market Goat - $20, lavender rosette ribbonPer Class:1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation Ribbons

Premiums List for Dairy Goat ShowGrand Champion Dairy Goat - $25, purple rosette ribbonReserve Champion Dairy Goat - $20.00, lavender rosette ribbonPer Class:1st Place Class Winner - $10 + blue ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation Ribbons

Premiums List for Goat ShowmanshipShowmanship class will consist of participants from the market goat,commercial does, anddairy goat classes. Classes will be as follows:Novice 5 to 8Junior 9 to 13Senior 14 to 18Novice Goat Showmen - All receive $5.00, ribbonJunior Grand Champion - $50, purple rosette ribbonJunior Reserve Champion - $25, lavender rosette ribbonSenior Grand Champion - $50, purple rosette ribbonSenior Reserve Champion - $25, lavender rosette ribbon

Poultry Show Rules and Regulations1. All poultry exhibited at the Vance County Fair shall have been in thepossession of the exhibitor for sixty days or more prior to the date of theFair and must have been acquired through the area 4-H Pullet Chainproject in 2012.2. All chickens for exhibition at the fair will originate from U.S. pullorum-typhoid clean or equivalent flocks or have a negative pullorum-typhoidtest within 90 days of admission to the Fair, or the test requirements maybe satisfied by a negative test conducted by an official state tester at thetime the birds are brought to the Fair.3. No poultry shall have received a live virus vaccine within 30 days priorto the fair poultry show.4. All birds must be identified with tamperproof bands. Bands placed onbirds tested at the Fairgrounds by state testers will satisfy this require-ment.5. Poultry entered at the Fair are subject to examination (including bloodtest and swabs) by a representative of the N. C. Department ofAgriculture.6. Birds will not be accepted which are infected with, or showing any clin-ical signs of, an infectious or communicable disease, or are infested withlice and/or mites.7. Participants in the area 4-H Pullet Chain will present three birds perbreed.8. Awards will be presented at the Poultry Show for the chickens pos-sessing the most desirable production characteristics.9. There will be a showmanship contest during which the youth will bejudged on their knowledge of poultry production and their familiarity withtheir flock.10. There will be no sale associated with this show.11. The exhibitor will provide any feed and water necessary the day ofthe show.12. A limited number of cages will be provided. If you wish to reserve acage, you must indicate this on your entry form. Otherwise, provide yourown cage.

Premiums List For Poultry ShowPer Breed:Grand Champion Poultry - $25, purple rosette ribbonReserve Champion Poultry - $20, lavender rosette ribbonPer Breed:Poultry Class Winnings1st Place Class Winner - $10+ blue Ribbon2nd Place Class Winner - $7 + red ribbon3rd Place Class Winner - $6 + white ribbon4th Place Class Winner - pink ribbonParticipation RibbonsPremiums List for Poultry ShowmanshipShowmanship class will consist of participants from both breedclasses.Classes will be as follows:Novice 5 to 8Junior 9 to 13Senior 14 to 18Novice Chicken Showmen - all receive $5, ribbonJunior Grand Champion Poultry Showman - $25, rosette ribbonJunior Reserve Champion Poultry Showman - $20, rosette ribbonSenior Grand Champion Poultry Showman - $25 rosette ribbonSenior Reserve Champion Poultry Showman - $20, rosette ribbon

**ENTRY FORMS** Vance County Fair 4-H Junior Livestock and Poultry Show Entry Formsmay be obtained:1 By mail or fax. Call the Vance County Cooperative Extension Office at252-438-8188.2. Pick up at the Extension Office at 305 Young Street in Henderson, NC.3. Download by visiting the Extension website athttp://vance.ces.ncsu.edu

VANCE COUNTY FAIR 4-H JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW

VANCE COUNTY 4 H JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW

Saturday, September 29 • 1:00 PM

Featuring steers, heifers, dairy heifers, lambs, goats, ewes, and chickens, the Junior

Livestock Show is always one of the highlights of the fair. We hope you will bring the entire

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Admission / Ride Specials

Fair Hours of Operation

Gates Open: Tuesday - Friday, 5 PM;

Saturday, 10 AM.

Site Address

Highway 39 • 1427 East Andrews Avenue

Henderson, NC

Phone / EMail

(252) 226-0551

info@vancecountyfair.com

Additional Fair Information

www.vancecountyfair.com

Vance CountyREGIONAL FAIR

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Single ride tickets are available every day.

Tuesday, September 25OOPPEENNIINNGG DDAAYY && SSEENNIIOORR CCIITTIIZZEENNSS DDAAYY Gate: Adults, $5; Children, $3. Senior Citizens Free Admission.

Rides: Kiddie Handstamp - $10 (Kiddie Rides Only)

Wednesday, September 26KKIIDDSS DDAAYYGate: Adults, $5; School Children, Free Admission until 7 PM.

Rides: Handstamp - $15

Thursday, September 27KKIIDDSS DDAAYY Gate: Adults, $5; School Children, Free Admission until 7 PM.

Rides: Handstamp - $15

Friday, September 28FFAAIIRRTTAASSTTIICC FFRRIIDDAAYYGate: Adults, $5; Children, $3

Rides: Handstamp - $20

Saturday, September 29SSUUPPEERR SSAATTUURRDDAAYYGate: 10:00 AM - Noon, $3 Admission; Noon - Closing, Adults - $5, Children - $3.

Rides: Handstamp - 10 AM to 4 PM, $10; 5 PM to Closing, $20.

* Entertainment schedule and participants subject to change.

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