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1. Criteria for Evaluation: The judging/evaluation process for 4-H projects will include:        A.  An interview with a judge(s):        

B.  Exhibition of a project item and/or educational display;         C.  A completed project book;        

For more information, please check each division under this department, the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet and /or the Franklin County 4-H Project Requirement Guide.

2.  Criteria for 4-H Project Items/Displays: A project item includes item(s) made, constructed, created, produced, grown and/or designed by the exhibitor based on project guidelines and requirements. An educational display may be a poster, exhibit board, mobile, model, collage, kit, storyboard, or other creative presentation of project work unless otherwise noted in the Franklin County 4-H Project Requirement Guide. A project book does not constitute a project item, exhibit, and/or display.

3. Evaluation Ribbons for 4-H Projects: Blue, Red and White Ribbons are based on judge’s interview and review of the project book.

4. Superior, Outstanding and Honorable Mention Awards for 4-H Projects:  Superior, Outstanding and Honorable Mention Ribbons will be awarded at the discretion of the judge. 5. Evaluation Check-In Time:  4-H exhibitors should arrive approximately 15 minutes prior to their scheduled project evaluation judging time to complete check-in procedures at the Junior Fair Activities Tent. For complete check-in procedures and times, review the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet.

6. Special Awards for 4-H Projects:  Best of Class/Show, 4-H State Fair Selection, and 4-H State Fair Alternate selections are explained under each division, if applicable and/or if available at time of Junior Fair Premium Book posting.  Only members with completed project books and a Blue Ribbon are eligible for 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate, Honorable Mention or Best of Class/Show Awards.  Members who participate in make up evaluations are not eligible to receive these awards.

7. Awards Ceremony:  Project awards are distributed by the judge. Additional awards may be awarded at the completion of the event.

8. Questions:  Questions regarding project evaluation should be directed to the 4-H club advisor.  If you still have unanswered questions, please contact the 4-H Extension Educator at 866-6900 ext. 216.                           

4-H CLOTHING & QUILTING PROJECT EVALUATIONS AND FASHION REVUE & QUILT SHOW

 Event: Evaluation Date:  July 10 Time: 4:00 pm   Location: Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center2201 Fred Taylor Dr, Col., OH  43210

Event: Fashion Revue & Quilt Show  Date: Monday of the Fair  Time: 7:15 pm   Location: Entertainment Tent, Fairgrounds EXTENSION EDUCATOR: Beth BoomershineDIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Kathy McNutt AWARDS Blue, Red, White, Superior, and Outstanding RibbonsHonorable Mention, 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate – Rosettes Junior, Intermediate/Senior Modeling Awards Junior, Intermediate/Senior Construction Awards 2017 State Fashion Board Nominee Award Other Awards as determined by Ohio 4-H 

Clothing ProjectsAccessories for Teens* (407) Active Sportswear * (415) Clothes for High School and College* (406)Clothing for Middle School* (424) Clothing for Your Career* (426) Creative Costumes* (408)Dress Up Outfit* (417)em-bel-lish *(411) Fun with Clothes* (410) Look Great For Less *(425) Loungewear* (418)Outerwear for Anywhere* (420) Sew for Others* (412) Sew Fun* (409) Junior & SeniorSewing and Textiles (non-clothing) Master* (432M) Shopping Savvy* (430) Junior & SeniorSundresses and Jumpers *(413) ages 11-13 Tops for Tweens *(419) ages 11-13 Quilting ProjectsYou Can Quilt* (499) Junior & SeniorQuilting the Best Better* (498)Self-Determined Quilting*

Clothing/Quilt Exhibitor Rules and Regulations

1. Evaluation Times by Project: Check the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet for specific times for each 4-H clothing project.

2. Eligibility for Awards: Only 4-H clothing project members who meet all of the following are eligible for 4-H State Fair Selection and State Fair Alternate Awards, Modeling, Construction, and Honorable Mention Award:

A.    All project requirements, a completed project book, and a blue ribbonB. Participation in both the Evaluation and Fashion Revue & Quilt Show

3. Eligibility and Quotas for State Fair Selections and Alternates: All 4-H clothing and Quilt classes are eligible for State Fair Selection and State Fair Alternates.  The number of State Fair Selection and Alternates will be chosen based on criteria written in the State Fair Guide Book.

4. Requirements for Evaluation on July 10: A. 4-H member must provide a full-length view picture of individual

wearing the garment or holding the quilt.   B. 4-H member must bring completed project book.     C. 4-H member must be prepared to have the constructed item inspected and critiqued by

judges while modeling or displaying the item.D. 4-H member must provide a Description/Fashion Revue & Quilt Show Form

describing the garment/item(s) constructed or selected as part of their 4-H project.     E. 4-H member must bring all pattern pieces used.  

5. Fashion Revue & Quilt Show Check-In: 4-H participants will be expected to be at the Entertainment Tent 30 minutes prior to the start of the 4-H Fashion Revue & Quilt Show to register. All participants should be dressed in their outfits. If the participant is modeling more than one outfit there will be a dressing space available to change into the other outfit.

6.   Modeling Awards Criteria: A top modeling award will be given to a Junior and an Intermediate/Senior 4-H Clothing Project.  Judging is based on poise, personality, style, and how well the garment is presented. Eligible ages of exhibitors for modeling awards are as follows: Junior (8-11 years old), Intermediate/Senior (12-18 years old) as of January 1 of the current year.

7. Construction Awards Criteria: A top construction award will be given to a Junior and an Intermediate/Senior 4-H Clothing Project. Selection is based on the judge's inspection of clothing construction during Evaluations.  Eligible ages of exhibitors for construction awards are as follows: Junior (8-11 years old), Intermediate/Senior (12-18 years old) as of January 1 of the current year.

8. Exhibits: Following the Fashion Revue & Quilt Show, all exhibitors must place their 4-H clothing/quilt project in their 4-H club booth.  It is strongly recommended that exhibitors cover their 4-H project with clear plastic to protect them from dust. 

4-H MISCELLANEOUS PROJECT EVAUATIONS 

Event: Project Evaluations/Judging    Date: First Saturday of the Fair    Time: 9:30 am    Location: Activities Tent  

EXTENSION EDUCATOR: Beth Boomershine DIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Kathy McNutt

AWARDS Blue, Red, White, Superior, and Outstanding RibbonsHonorable Mention, 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate – Rosettes

BICYCLE AND ATVBicycling for Fun, (Level 1) (517) (No longer state fair eligible)

Wheels In Motion (Level 2) (518) (No longer state fair eligible)

ATV Safety (555)

CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENTDiscovering 4-HGrowing in Communities* (436) Growing on My Own* (434) Growing with Others* (435) Self Determined Babysitting* (365.17)Family History Treasure Hunt Beginner/1st Year* (442) Family History Treasure Hunt 2nd Year* (442)Family History Treasure Hunt 3rd Year* (442)COMMUNICATIONFinding Your Voice* (377) ELECTRICITYEntering Electronics, Level 4* (530)Investigating Electricity* (528) Magic of Electricity* (527) Science Fun with Electricity *(531) Wired for Power, Level 3*  (529) HEALTHY LIVINGAlcohol and Drug Abuse* (357) Junior & SeniorFirst Aid in Action* (353) Junior & SeniorKeeping Fit* (352) Junior & SeniorStaying Healthy* (351) Junior & SeniorThe Truth About Tobacco* (358) Junior & SeniorYou're the Athlete* (300) Junior & SeniorKNOTSNot Just Knots* (540) Junior & SeniorLEADERSHIP AND CITZENSHIPClub Leadership* (371) Club Leadership 2* ( 383)Diversity: The Source of Our Strength* (372)Leadership Road Trip Where Are You Going* (375) Leadership Master* (378M)

My Hands to Larger Service* (373One on One ( 370)Pantry Panic* (376)Teens on Board* (374)Self Determined Camp Counseling* (365.11) MONEY MANGEMENTBecoming Money Wise (445) Teens on the Road to Financial Success (448)  ROBOTICS AND RADIO CONTROLLED VEHICLES        Robotics with Legos EV3* (507)Robotics 2: EV3N More* (508)Robotics Master* (512 M) Radio Controlled Vehicles (504) SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH (STEM)Rockets Away-2 Liter Bottles* (501) Rockets Away-Solid Fuel Model* (503) Science Fun with Dairy Foods* (490)Science Fun with Flight* (502) Science Fun with Kitchen Chemistry* (493 )

Science Fun With Physics* (500)

Solid Fuel Rocket Mastery* (503M)Young Engineers in Solar Energy (550) SMALL ENGINES, TRACTORS, AND LAWN CARECrank it Up* (541)      Warm it Up* (542)Tune it Up* (543) Starting Up: Getting to Know Your Tractor* (551) Tractor Operations* (552)Learning About Your Tractor* (553) Learning More About Your Tractor* (554) National Safe Tractor & Machinery * (561) Lawn Care (548) WELDING         Arcs and Sparks* (573)  ) WORKFORCE PREPARATION Am I Ready for Work (382)

1.      Age Eligibility as of January 1 of the Current Year: Junior exhibitors must be between 8 yrs. old and in the third grade to 13 yrs. old, and senior exhibitors must be between 14 - 18 yrs. old.

2.      Project Evaluation Requirements: See detailed evaluation requirements in the Franklin County 4-H Project Requirement Guide.

3.      Evaluation Times by Project: Check the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet for specific evaluation times for each 4-H Miscellaneous Project.

4.      State Fair Selections and Alternates: Only those projects with an * are eligible for 4-H State Fair Selection and Alternate.

a. Only one project will be selected from Self Determined Camp Counseling and Leadership Master to receive State Fair Selection per State Fair Guidelines

5.      Best of Class: Projects that do not have an *are eligible for Best of Class awards.

7.  Judging Criteria: Only exhibitors with completed project books and a Blue Ribbon will be eligible for 4-H State Fair Selection, Alternate, Honorable Mention and Best of Class awards.

8  Awards: Blue, Red, and White ribbons will be presented by the judge, at the conclusion of the interview. All other awards will be presented at the conclusion of the event.

4-H CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS PROJECT EVALUATIONS

Event: Project Evaluation/Judging         Date: Sunday of the Fair        Time: 3:00pm           Location: Activities Tent

EXTENSION EDUCATOR: Beth Boomershine DIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Kathy McNutt

AWARDS Blue, Red, White, Superior, and Outstanding RibbonsHonorable Mention, 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate – Rosettes

CREATIVE AND LEISURE ARTSCake Decorating* (492) My Favorite Things* (496) Junior & SeniorGet Started In Art * (592) Junior & SeniorThe Writer in You (588) Writing and Reporting for Teens (587)Scrapbooking* (497) Junior & Senior Scrapbooking 2nd Year or More* (497) Junior & SeniorHOME LIVINGThe Laundry Project* (405)Adventures in Home Living* (491)Make Over My Space* (494) Junior & SeniorYour First Home Away From Home* (495)  PHOTOGRAPHYFocus on Photography Level 1* (584) Controlling the Image Level 2* (585) Mastering Photography Level 3* (586) Photography Master* (589M) SELF DETERMINEDSelf Determined * (365) Junior & Senior Self Determined American Sign Language *(365.06) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Genetics* (365.08) Junior & SeniorSelf -Determined Model Railroading* (365.02) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Local Food* (365.10) Junior & Senior Self Determined Native American Artifacts* (365.23) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Skateboarding* (365.21) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Work World Calling* (365.19) Junior & SeniorSelf-Determined Clowning* (365.04) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Shale Gas Extraction*(365.24) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Computer* (365.07) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Water Quality: Field to Faucet* (365.29) Junior & Senior  Self Determined Ways of Knowing Water* (365.18) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined, Global Climate Change* (365.14) Junior & SeniorSelf-Determined Rocks, Minerals & Fossils* (365.05) Junior & SeniorSelf-Determined, Astronomy* (365.01) Junior & SeniorSelf - Determined – Weather* (365.03) Junior & SeniorSelf –Determined Miniature Gardens* ( 365.12) Junior & Senior

Self -Determined Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Oh My!* ( 365.16) Junior & SeniorSelf Determined Flower Gardening* (365.25) Junior & SeniorTHEATRE ARTSBecome a Puppeteer (597)Play the Role (596) Set the Stage (598) WOODWORKINGMeasuring Up – Level 1* (556) Junior & SeniorMaking the Cut – Level 2* Junior & SeniorNailing it Together – Level 3* (558) Junior & SeniorFinishing Up – Level 4* (559)Wood Working Master (Self Determined)* (560M)

1. Age Eligibility as of January 1 of the Current Year: Junior exhibitors must be between 8 years old and in the third grade to 13 years old, and Senior exhibitors must be between 14 and 18 years old as of January 1 of the current year.

2.      Project Requirements: See evaluation requirements in the Franklin County 4-H Project Requirement Guide.

3.      Evaluation Times by Project:  Check the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet for specific evaluation times for each 4-H Creative Expressions Project.

4.      State Fair Selection and Alternates: Only those projects with an* are eligible for 4-H State Fair Selection and Alternate. (Determined by the State 4-H Office – see the State Fair Guidebook)

a. Self-Determined Projects: State Fair Selection and Alternate will be selected for the following categories:

i. Self-Determined Paper Crafting (projects that includes origami, card-making, any other paper crafting, but not scrapbooking)

ii. Self-Determined Natural Resources Register in Natural Resources Evaluationsiii. Self-Determined Reptiles & Amphibians Register in Small Animal Evaluationsiv. Self-Determined Hedgehogs Register in Small Animal Project Evaluationsv. Self-Determined Ferrets Register in Small Animal Project Evaluations

vi. Self-Determined Chinchillas Register in Small Animal Project Evaluationsvii. Self-Determined Companion Animals (projects that include animals other than cats, dogs,

cavies, rabbits, Pocket Pets project animals, PetPALS project animals, reptiles & amphibians, hedgehogs, ferrets, or chilchillas) [Examples of self-determined companion animals include: caged birds, pot-bellied pigs, hermit crabs, etc.] Register in Small Animal Evaluations

viii. Self Determined Camp Counselor and Leadership Master (378M) Register in Miscellaneous Evaluations

ix. All other Self-Determined Projects Junior & Senior

5.      Best of Class Selections: Projects that do not have an * may be eligible for Best of Class awards.

6.      Completed Project Books: Only exhibitors with completed project books and a Blue ribbon will be eligible for State Fair Selection, Alternate, Honorable Mention and Best of Class awards.

7.  Awards: Blue, Red, and White ribbons will be presented by the judge, at the conclusion of the interview. All other awards will be presented at the conclusion of the event.

4-H FOOD AND NUTRITION PROJECT EVALUATION

Event: Evaluation     Date: Monday of the Fair      Time: Noon           Location: Activities Tent  

EXTENSION EDUCATOR: Marilyn Rabe DIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Kathy McNutt

AWARDS Blue, Red, White, Superior, and Outstanding RibbonsHonorable Mention, 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate – Rosettes

ADVANCEDBeyond The Grill* (474)   Pathways to Culinary Success*(476)The Global Gourmet* (469) Yeast Breads On the Rise* (462) You're the Chef* (467) INTERMEDIATEDashboard Dining* (486) Junior & Senior Grill Master* (472) Junior & Senior Let's Bake Quick Breads*(461) Junior & Senior Party Planner* (477) Junior & Senior Sports Nutrition 2: Get Set *(463) Junior & SeniorStar Spangled Foods* (475) Junior & Senior Racing the Clock to Awesome Meals* (485) Junior & SeniorBEGINNERFast Break for Breakfast*(487) Junior & Senior Let’s Start Cooking*(459) Junior & Senior Snack Attack* (484) Junior & SeniorSports Nutrition 1: On Your Mark* (483) Junior & Senior

1. Evaluation Times by Project:  Check the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet for specific evaluation times for each 4-H Food and Nutrition Project. 2.    Project Requirements: See evaluation requirement details in the Franklin County 4-H Project requirement Guide (completed project item, prepared food item with recipe, and portfolio).

3      Tasting of Food by Judge(s)/Food Safety: The judge(s) will taste prepared food items unless there is a food safety concern.  Plates, napkins and utensils are provided by Junior Fair Board for testing. Items that must be served and/or stored cold or hot must meet specific temperature guidelines to be eaten safely. Prepared food items may be tested with a thermometer by the judge(s)/fair official(s). Cover all food items.

5..      Eligibility for State Fair Selections and Alternates:  Only members with complete project books and a Blue Ribbon will be eligible for State Fair Selection, Alternate, Honorable Mention, and Best of Class Awards. 

6.  Awards: Blue, Red, and White ribbons will be presented by the judge, at the conclusion of the interview. All other awards will be presented at the conclusion of the event.

 4-H NATURAL RESOURCE PROJECT EVALUATIONS  

Event: Evaluation              Date: Tuesday of the Fair      Time: 3:00 pm        Location: Activities Tent  

EXTENSION EDUCATOR:  Beth Boomershine DIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Kathy McNutt AWARDS Blue, Red, White, Superior and Outstanding RibbonsHonorable Mention, 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate – Rosettes

VET SCIENCEVet Science 1, From Airdales to Zebras* (244)Vet Science 2, All Systems Go* (245) Vet Science 3, On the Cutting Edge* (246) THE NATURAL WORLDBeekeeping* (641) Junior & SeniorClimate explorations (610)Explore the Outdoors* (611) Exploring Ponds* (617)Fishing for the Beginner* (623) Fishing for the Intermediate* (624) Ohio Birds* (621) Self-Determined Natural Resources *(365) Teaming with Insects Level 1* (644) Teaming with Insects Level 2* (645)Teaming with Insects Level 3* (646) Trapping Muskrats in Ohio * (622)Why Trees Matter* (620) SHOOTING SPORTSBasic Archery* (631)    Safe Use of Guns* (630)Shooting Sports - Archery*(751) Junior & SeniorShooting Sports - Hunting and Wildlife* (754) Junior & SeniorShooting Sports - Living History* (756) Junior & SeniorShooting Sports - Muzzle Loading* (755) Junior & SeniorShooting Sports - Pistol* (753) Junior & SeniorShooting Sports - Rifle* (750) Junior & SeniorShooting Sports - Shotgun* (752) Junior & Senior

1.      Age Eligibility as of January 1 of the Current Year: Junior exhibitors must be between 8 and in the third grade to 13 yrs. old and Senior exhibitors must be between 14-18 yrs. old by January 1 of the current year.

2.      Project Evaluation Requirements: See evaluation requirements in the Franklin County 4-H Project Requirement Guide.

3.      Evaluation Times by Project:  Check the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet for specific evaluation times for each 4-H Natural Resources Project.

4.      State Fair Selections and Alternates: All projects with an* are eligible for State Fair Selections and Alternates as determined by the State Fair Guidebook.

5.      Best of Class: Projects that do not have an* are eligible for Best of Class awards.

6.     Completed Project Books: Only exhibitors with completed project books and a Blue Ribbon will be eligible for State Fair Selections, Alternates, Best of Class, and Honorable Mention. 7.  Awards: Blue, Red, and White ribbons will be presented by the judge, at the conclusion of the interview. All other awards will be presented at the conclusion of the event.

4-H SMALL ANIMAL AND CAT EVALUATIONS

Event: Evaluations        Date: Tuesday of the Fair     

Time: 3:00 PM     Location: Activities Tent Extension Educator: Beth Boomershine Director in Charge: Kathy McNutt  AWARDS Blue, Red, White, Superior and Outstanding RibbonsHonorable Mention, 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate – Rosettes Best of Show Junior, Intermediate/ Senior - Rosette and Award 

All About Dogs* (200) Do not bring dog.Purrfect Pals- Cat 1 * (216) With CatPurrfect Pals- Cat 1 * (216) Without CatClimbing Up- Cat 2 * (217) Leaping Forward- Cat 3 * (218)Cavies-* (215)Pocket Pets (Mice, Rats, Hamsters, Gerbils) * (220)Self Determined- Ferrets* ( 365.27)Self Determined Chinchillas* (365.28)Self Determined Hedgehogs* ( 365.26)Self Determined Reptiles and Amphibians * (365.13)

1. Project Evaluation Requirements: See detailed evaluation requirements in the Franklin County 4-H Project Requirement Guide.

2. Evaluation Times by Project: Check the 4-H Pre-Fair Packet for specific evaluation times for each small animal class.

3. Evaluation Criteria: Evaluations will be based on the condition of the animal, the project record and the member's knowledge as shared in the interview.  Ribbons will be awarded based on the evaluations.  

4. Required Project Exhibit: At the conclusion of the awards for each class the members and their projects are released.  Please remember to place a representation of your project in your booth.

5. Small Animal Responsibility: Each member is responsible for the care and safety of their animal. All cats are required to be in a cat carrier when not being judged

6. No Wildlife Permitted:  Wildlife animals will not be permitted in the evaluation. 

7. Other Requirements: All small animals must be in the continual care of the Junior Fair Exhibitor on or before May 1.

8. Cat Requirements: a. Cats must be a minimum of 15 weeks old by the day of evaluations. Kittens less that 15 weeks

are not permitted at evaluations. b. Cats must be immunized against Feline Panleukopenia (FPL), Feline Viral rhinotracheitis (FVR)

and Feline Calcivirus (FCV), OR vaccinated according to the veterinarian’s vaccination protocol. All cats MUST be immunized against Rabies. All vaccinations must be current through the day of evaluations and given by a licensed, accredited veterinarian.

c. Proof of vaccinations must be on the County Companion Animal Day Certificate of Vaccination for Cats and Ferrets and signed by a licensed, accredited veterinarian.

9. Ferret Requirements: Ferrets must be immunized against Rabies and Canine Distemper, OR according to the veterinarian’s vaccination protocol. All vaccinations must be current through July 23, 2016 and given by a licensed, accredited veterinarian.

a. Proof of vaccinations must be on the County Companion Animal Day Certificate of Vaccination for Cats and Ferrets and signed by a licensed, accredited veterinarian.

10. Health Inspection Fee: is not necessary for Small Animal Evaluations

11. No dogs should be brought to evaluations for All About Dogs (200)

12. Age Divisions for State Fair Selections: Determined by State Fair Guidebook Cat 1 - without cat – (ages 8-18) Cat 1 – with cat (ages 8-10) Cat 1 – with cat (ages 11-13) Cat 1 – with cat (ages 14-18) Cat 2 – (ages 8-12) Cat 2 – (ages 13-18) Cat 3 – (ages 8-18) Pocket Pets – (ages 8-12) Pocket Pets – (ages 13-18) Cavies – (ages 8-12) Cavies – (ages 13-18) Reptiles & Amphibians – (ages 8-18)Self-Determined/Hedgehog, Ferret, Chinchilla Idea Starters – (ages 8-18)All About Dogs Interviews – (ages 8-18)

 

4-H FLOWER, VEGETABLE EVALUATIONS 

Event:  Horticulture Evaluations     Date:  Tuesday of the Fair    

Time: 3:00 PM    Location:  Activities Tent EXTENSION EDUCATOR: Beth BoomershineDIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Kathy McNutt 

AWARDS Blue, Red, White, Superior and Outstanding RibbonsHonorable Mention, 4-H State Fair Selection, 4-H State Fair Alternate – Rosettes

Grow your own Vegetables *- (691)Growing with the Seasons* - (692)Canning and Freezing* – (670)How Does Your Garden Grow *- (671)

 

General Rules for All Horticulture Exhibitors:

1. Criteria for Judging/Evaluation: The judging/evaluation process will include: an interview with a judge, exhibit of project including an educational display, and a completed project book.

2.  Awards: Blue, Red, and White ribbons will be presented by the judge, at the conclusion of the interview. All other awards will be presented at the conclusion of the event.

3. Completed Project Books: Only exhibitors with a completed project book and a Blue ribbon will be eligible for Best of Class, State Fair Selection, or State Fair Alternate awards.

4.      Educational Display:  The exhibitor must present an educational display on a topic of their choice related to their vegetable, flower, field crops, lawn care or self - determined horticulture project.

5.      Evaluation Check - In:  4-H exhibitors should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to their scheduled project evaluation/event judging time to complete check-in procedures at the Junior Fair Activities Tent.  For complete check-in procedure and times, review the 4-H pre-fair packet.

6.    Project Display in Club or Organization Booth: All exhibitors are required to place an educational display in their booth.

 VEGETABLE DISPLAY REQUIREMENTS FOR JUDGING:Exhibitors must display their vegetables on plates, a tray or in a basket.  No glass items may be used.  4-H members should follow these requirements for displaying vegetables:

a. First and Second Year Members - 3 plates of vegetables OR 1 tray/basket display of three different vegetables (see suggested exhibits and amounts).

b. Third Year Members and Over - 6 plates of vegetables OR a tray or/basket display of 6 different vegetables (see suggested exhibits and amounts).

    Suggested Vegetables and Numbers of Vegetables for Vegetable Display:White or Red Potatoes,  5 semi - mature   Snap Beans, 10 pods, semi - matureYellow Wax Beans, 10 pods, semi - mature Lima Beans, 10 pods, semi - matureRed Onions (outer scale remaining), 5        White Onions (outer scale remaining), 5Table beets (smooth, taproot remaining), 5    Carrots (cut tops), 5Sweet Peppers, 5        Cucumbers, 5Red Tomatoes (without calyx), 5    Banana Peppers, 5Summer Squash, 3      Yellow Tomatoes (without Calyx), 5Salad Tomatoes (pear, cherry, or paste, with calyx), 15 Winter Squash, 3 semi - mature

Cabbage (two sets of outer leaves remaining), 1 head   Any Other Vegetables of members choice

Sweet Corn (husk and silk removed from side of ear, top to bottom)  5 ears

 FLOWER/PLANT DISPLAY REQUIREMENTS FOR JUDGING:   First year - One or more of the following:

a. Fresh, cut flower specimens displayed in a clear container with water ORb. Growing Planter/Container with required number of flowers grown:

First and Second Year Members - Display of 3 different flowersThird Year Members and Over - Display of 6 different flowers

c. Educational Display

 Suggested Type of Flowers and NumberAnnual Asters, 5 blooms Petunias, 3 bloomsSnapdragons, 5 spikes Zinnia, Large type, 3 bloomsZinnia, pompon type, 5 blooms Impatiens, 3 bloomsSalvia, 5 spikes Geraniums, 3 blooms

Marigolds, 3 blooms Other Annuals - 3-5 blooms/spikes

4-H CLOVERBUD SHOW-N-TELL 

Event: Cloverbud Show-n-Tell            Date: Wednesday of the Fair   Time: 3:00 pm    Location: Activities Tent  

EXTENSION EDUCATOR: Beth Boomershine

DIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Kathy McNutt

AWARDS: Cloverbud Participation Rosettes

  Cloverbuds

1.      Eligibility: Any youth age 5 and in Kindergarten through 2nd grade enrolled in the 4-H Cloverbud program is eligible to participate in the 4-H Cloverbud Show-n-Tell .

2.      4-H Cloverbud Show-n-Tell Requirements: a. Bring one item the Cloverbud has made in conjunction with 4-H during the current

year (during a club meeting or as a result of a club activity).  Animals and food items are not acceptable items to bring.

b. Share the item, describe how the item was made, and what you learned from the experience

c. If the member completed the book, My Cloverbud Year, they may bring it to Cloverbud Show-n-Tell also. (This is not a requirement.)