2024 Dubois County 4-H Handbook

2024 Dubois County

4-H Handbook

Dubois County 4-H Fair

July 15-19, 2024

Please visit www.extension.purdue.edu/county/dubois for the most up-to-date

rules and guidelines. Newest guidelines will be used during fair and all other

applicable events.

The Purdue Extension – Dubois County 4-H Youth Development Extension Educator

and Dubois County 4-H Council is responsible for the integrity and maintenance of

the entire county 4-H program. Dubois County 4-H Council is responsible for county

4-H program including the 4-H Fair. The size of this task requires the assistance of

volunteers. However, the Dubois County 4-H Council and/or any sub-committee

thereof has the final decision and authority on all issues pertaining to 4-H projects

and events of the 4-H program. The Dubois County 4-H Council reserves the right to

not display any exhibit that may be deemed inappropriate for the fair-going

audience.

The Dubois County 4-H Council cannot be

responsible for theft on the 4-H property.

Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages allowed

on the 4-H Fairgrounds

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Purdue Extension - Dubois County

505 W. 5

Jasper, IN 47546

Extension Office Phone – 812-482-1782

Web Address - https://extension.purdue.edu/county/dubois/

Facebook: Purdue Extension Dubois County

4-H Fairgrounds Phone – 812-482-2434

A drop box is provided for your convenience for

after-hours and weekend exchanges

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Purdue Extension – Dubois County Staff ........................ 5

4-H Council Members ..................................................... 5

4-H Council Junior Leader Advisory ................................ 5

Adult 4-H Leader Committee ........................................... 6

4-H Clubs and Leaders .................................................... 6

4-H Committees ............................................................... 8

Parental Support/Involvement ...................................... 10

4-H Experience Opportunities ........................................ 10

Judging Teams ................................................. 10

Club Officers ..................................................... 11

Performing Arts Festival ................................... 11

Supreme Showmanship .................................. 11

Petroleum Power Operator Contest .................. 12

Member Advantage Program......................................... 12

Project Manual/Supply Policy ........................................ 12

General Exhibit Information ........................................... 13

General Livestock Information REVISED ...................... 14

Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care .................. 14

Animal Identification ........................................ 14

Indiana State Fair Participation ....................... 14

Mini 4-H Livestock Showmanship ..................... 14

Animal Health Requirements for Exhibition ...... 15

4-H Fair Livestock Show Procedure ................. 15

Substitute Showman ......................................... 15

Dress for Success ............................................ 16

Exhibition without an Animal ............................. 16

Livestock Release Rule .................................... 16

4-H Career Achievement Awards .................................. 17

4-H Sweepstakes Awards ............................................ 17

Project Check In & Release Time .................................. 17

Grievance Policy REVISED ........................................... 17

4-H Exhibit Guidelines

Aerospace REVISED ........................................ 19

Americana: Arts & Crafts .................................. 20

Animal Education Poster .................................. 21

ATV Safety and Operator Skills ........................ 22

Basic Crafts ...................................................... 23

Beef .................................................................. 24

Beekeeping ...................................................... 26

Bicycle .............................................................. 27

Cake Decorating ............................................... 28

Candlemaking: Arts & Crafts ............................ 30

Cat REVISED .................................................. 30

Ceramics: Arts & Crafts .................................... 31

Chickens REVISED .......................................... 32

Child Development ........................................... 35

Clogging: Health ............................................... 36

Collections ........................................................ 37

Communications REVISED .............................. 38

Demonstration ..................................... 39

Informative 4-H Presentation ............... 40

Professional Persuasive Presentation . 40

Public Speaking ................................... 40

Creative Writing REVISED .................. 40

Computer Science w/Digital Art & Robotics ...... 41

Construction Toys: Construction & Architectural 47

Consumer Clothing ........................................... 48

Crops ................................................................ 49

Dairy Cattle REVISED ...................................... 49

Dog Obedience and Agility ............................... 51

Drawing: Fine Arts REVISED ........................... 53

Electric REVISED ............................................. 54

Entomology ...................................................... 57

Exhibition Waterfowl: Ducks/Geese REVISED . 60

Farm Scene: Construction & Architectural ........ 62

Fashion Revue ................................................. 62

Floriculture ........................................................ 64

Foods Baked .................................................... 67

Foods Preserved .............................................. 71

Forestry ............................................................ 75

Garden REVISED ............................................. 76

Genealogy REVISED ....................................... 80

Geology ............................................................ 85

Gift Wrapping: Arts & Crafts ............................. 86

Goats REVISED ............................................... 87

Health ............................................................... 91

Home Environment ........................................... 91

Horse & Pony REVISED ................................... 93

Latch Hook: Arts & Crafts ................................. 97

Lawn & Garden Tractor Safety & Operator Skills 98

Llama and Alpaca ............................................. 99

Leathercraft: Arts & Crafts .............................. 101

Metalcraft: Arts & Crafts ................................. 101

Mini 4-H ......................................................... 102

Model craft: Arts & Crafts ............................... 102

Needle craft: Arts & Crafts .............................. 103

Painting: Fine Arts .......................................... 103

Pigeon: Other Animals .................................... 104

Photography REVISED .................................. 105

Rabbits REVISED ........................................... 107

Recycling: Arts & Crafts .................................. 114

Scrapbooking: Arts & Crafts ........................... 115

Sewing, Non-Wearable ................................... 116

Sewing, Skills and Techniques ....................... 117

Sewing, Wearable .......................................... 120

Sheep REVISED ............................................ 122

Shooting Sports .............................................. 123

Small Engines ................................................ 125

Small Pets: Other Animals (Includes Fish) ..... 125

Soil & Water Science ...................................... 125

Sportfishing .................................................... 127

Swine .............................................................. 128

Tractor Safety and Operator Skills .................. 129

Turkey REVISED ............................................ 131

Veterinary Science ......................................... 132

Weather & Climate Science ............................ 133

Wildlife ............................................................ 134

Woodcraft: Arts & Crafts ................................. 134

Wood Science (Woodworking) ....................... 135

Zero-Turn Mower Safety & Operator Skills ..... 136

PURDUE EXTENSION – DUBOIS COUNTY STAFF

Office Location: 505 W 5

St., Jasper, IN 47546

Mail Address: PO Box 588, Jasper, IN 47547

Web Address: www.extension.purdue.edu/county/dubois

Facebook: Purdue Extension Dubois County

Phone: 812-482-1782

Office Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday

Closed all County Holidays

County Extension Director, Health & Human Sciences – Chelsea Brewer

4-H Youth Development - Lauren Fenneman

Agriculture & Natural Resources - Kenneth Eck

County Program Assistant – Marina Guerrero

Office Manager - Diane Lechner

Administrative Assistant – Angie Sanchez-Hostetter

Nutrition Education Program Advisor, Bilingual – Maria Franco

Nutrition Education Program Advisor – Kelsie Coomer

4-H COUNCIL MEMBERS

President: Ed Boeglin: 812-631-1138

Vice President: Chad Hunefeld 812-489-0082

Secretary: Samantha Boeglin 812-631-8140

Treasurer: Madi Fleck 812-661-8503

(The above officers serve as Executive Committee.)

Nettie Boeglin: 812-719-5515

Wyatt Goeppner: 812-631-5904

Luke Hoffman 812-639-8787

Madison Kaiser 812-630-3279

Blake Lindauer: 812-639-1297

Scott Schnell: 812-631-8111

Heidi Stenftenagel 812-827-4130

Kaleb Stenftenagel: 812-639-9277

Serice Stenftenagel: 812-630-6369

Rennie Wagner 812-661-7107

Ryder Wehr 812-631-0830

Heather Weyer: 812-309-1580

4-H Council Junior Leader Advisory Committee

Lance Boeglin, Jalynn Egloff, Grace Kluemper, Claire Linette, Emily Recker

ADULT LEADER COMMITTEE

Co-Chair: Danielle Schnell

Co-Chair: Valerie Hassfurther

Secretary: Jennifer Kluemper

Treasurer: Tara Betz

DUBOIS COUNTY 4-H CLUBS AND LEADERS

Local 4-H Clubs

BLUE RIBBON –

Melissa Wagner 812-630-9322

BUSY BEES -

Annette Applegate 812-631-8146

Tara Betz 812-630-6424

CELESTINE LEADERS OF TOMORROW –

Danielle Schnell 812-309-4702

DUTCH WORKERS –

Erin Meyer 812-536-3308

GAVEL -

Zach Lichlyter 812-661-7692

HAPPY GO LUCKY –

Steve Sander 812-631-2771

HOLY FAMILY YOUNG HOPEFULS -

Vicki Summerlot 812-481-2647

Deb Voegerl 812-482-3588

Dana Howard 812-309-8595

LITTLE RANGERS (Mini 4-H) -

Darlene Boeglin 812-630-1818

Valerie Hassfurther 812-630-2584

LITTLE SEEKERS (Mini 4-H) –

Lisa Knust 812-326-2741

Emma Hurst 812-631-8297

Kayla Knust 812-630-7016

LUCKY IRISH -

Brianna Gress 812-459-6879

Bridgett Linette 812-630-5782

LUCKY SHAMROCKS -

Jennifer Kluemper 812-630-6532

Daryl Kluemper 812-661-2943

RANGERS -

Darlene Boeglin 812-630-1818

ST. HENRY SAINTS

Blake Lindauer 812-639-1297

Olivia Lamey 812-639-4350

TALENT SEEKERS -

Rhonda Knust 812-326-2741

Julia Hurst 812-326-2043

THE EXPLORERS (Mini 4-H)

Heather Verkamp 812-631-0590

Kendra Weigel 812-639-6316

WEE IRISH (Mini 4-H) -

Michelle Wehr 812-827-0203

Amanda Hochgesang 812-661-7194

County 4-H Clubs

DUBOIS COUNTY 4-H CLOGGING CLOVERS -

Heather Verkamp 812-631-0590

Joyce Mehringer 812-631-2611

DUBOIS COUNTY 4-H JUNIOR LEADERS -

Vicki Summerlot 812-481-2647

DUBOIS COUNTY HOPPERS -

PAWS & PALS 4-H DOG CLUB –

Jeff & Tarry Kerkhoff 812-309-1238

ROBOTICS AND INNOVATION 4-H CLUB

Ryan Tusing 812-325-7375

Lisa Niehaus 812-326-2221

4-H SHOOTING SPORTS—

Hannah Beck 812-639-2789

Samantha Boeglin 812-631-8140

WRANGLERS 4-H HORSE & PONY

Alyssa Kluesner 812-661-7212

Danielle Betz 812-489-1610

Kaylee Jacob 812-631-4984

4-H CLUBS BY LOCATION

Bretzville (Dubois County 4-H Fairgrounds)

Little Seekers, (Mini 4-H Club, grades K-2)

Talent Seekers

Celestine

Celestine Leaders of Tomorrow

County Wide Clubs (Meets at Dubois County

4-H Fairgrounds)

Dubois County 4-H Clogging Clovers

Hoppers (4-H Rabbit Club)

4-H Junior Leaders (Leadership Club, grades 7-

12)

Paws & Pals (Dog Club)

4-H Shooting Sports

Robotics & Innovation 4-H Club

Wranglers (4-H Horse & Pony)

Dubois

Happy Go Lucky

Duff

Blue Ribbon

Ferdinand

Crusaders

Little Rangers (Mini 4-H Club, grades K-2)

Rangers

Holland

Dutch Workers

Ireland

Lucky Irish Wee Irish (Mini 4-H Club, grades

K-2)

Jasper

Holy Family Young Hopefuls

Lucky Shamrocks

Schnellville

Busy Bees

Gavel

The Explorers (Mini 4-H Club, grades K-2)

St. Henry

St. Henry Saints

COMMITTEES

AUDIT - Audit and complete necessary forms for one fifth of 4-H units yearly per state requirements.

Extension Office

Ed Boeglin

Madi Giesler

AWARDS - Select award and trip winners.

BUILDINGS & GROUNDS - Supervise matters of the physical grounds and buildings, maintenance,

improvements, expansions, event set-up, traffic and parking, etc.)

Chad Hunefeld, Co-Chairperson

Blake Lindauer, Co-Chairperson

CONTRACT - Review and approve leases, contracts, rentals and insurance matters for 4-H grounds, 4-H

Fair, food stands, commercial exhibits, midway, special events, and emergency policy and procedures, etc.

Samantha Boeglin - Commercial Building and Food

Madi Kaiser, Samantha Boeglin, Ed Boeglin, Scott Schnell, Luke Hoffman - Rentals

ENTERTAINMENT - Responsible for booking and preparation of all entertainment events in Grandstand

Arena, Clover Pavilion, and any other stages and venues as determined by 4-H Council.

Blake Lindauer, Co-Chairperson

Heather Weyer, Co-Chairperson

FUNDRAISING – Responsible to develop, plan and implement fundraising events to support the Dubois

County 4-H program.

Heather Weyer, Chairperson

4-H EXPANSION & REVIEW - Committee comprised of 4-H Council volunteers, Adult 4-H Volunteer

Leader volunteers, and 4-H Junior Leader volunteers - responsible for exploring opportunities to expand the

4-H program, reach new audiences, and make the 4-H program sensitive to the needs of a culturally

diverse audience.

4-H FAIRGROUNDS STEERING COMMITTEE – Responsible to develop a master plan and facilitate the

implementation of the plan for the 4-H Fairgrounds.

JUDGING TEAMS -

Dairy Coach: Susan Wagner 812-661-0241

Hippology, Horse Bowl & Horse & Pony

Coaches: Anissa Troxal 812-630-5104

Livestock Coach: Steve Oeding 812-351-2468

Treasurer: Sandy Neukam 812-630-3302

LIVESTOCK COMMITTEE (4-H COUNCIL) – Group is the decision makers, review suggestions from

species committees, review concerns and grievances from livestock individuals, set livestock dates,

oversee and enforce rules, and procedures of the livestock program. 4-H Council Livestock Committee

also has the right to remove any animal during the week of the fair for the health of the animal or for

the safety of any person(s).

Blake Lindauer, Co-Chairperson

Wyatt Goeppner, Co-Chairperson

SPECIES SPECIFIC LIVESTOCK COMMITTEE – Bring needs of species to the 4-H Council Livestock

Committee, oversee check in at fair, oversee ID days (if applicable), provide barn chaperones as

needed, provide volunteers to run the show, and livestock barn set-up.

BEEF Colten Hasenour, Co-Chair 812-827-9636

Brad Neukam, Co-Chair 812-630-7933

DAIRY Emily Lindauer, Chair 812-631-2607

GOAT Kyle Stenftenagel, Chair 812-639-3587

HORSE & PONY***CLUB LEADERS

Alyssa Kluesner 812-661-7212

Danielle Betz 812-489-1610

POULTRY Chicken & Ducks -Steve Buechler 812-661-7700

Turkey Chair - TBD

RABBITS Danielle Schnell, Chairman

SHEEP Nick Miller, Chair 812-630-3530

SWINE Kylie Giesler, Co-Chair

NOMINATION – Responsible for bringing nominations/recommendations to the 4-H Council for member

replacement and officers. To be appointed by Executive Committee annually.

PUBLICITY - Responsible for public relations and advertisement of 4-H Council throughout the year. This

includes slogans, themes, promotional items, membership recruitment and 4-H Fair, etc.

Nettie Boeglin, Co-Chairperson

Heather Weyer, Co-Chairperson

QUEEN CONTEST- Responsible for applications, contestant information, preparations for Queen Contest,

Queen and Court at Fair events, parades, etc.

Jennifer Hasenour, Co-Chairperson

Sandy Neukam, Co-Chairperson

SMALL ANIMAL BUILDING – Pigeons, Poultry, Rabbits

PETROLEUM OPERATOR CONTEST – Oversees the operation of the contest.

Farm Tractor Austin Weyer, Chair 812-309-1640

Lawn & Garden TBD, Chair

Zero Turn

PARENTAL SUPPORT/INVOLVEMENT

Parental support is very important for the 4-H member to get the most benefit from their 4-H experience.

Parental support is needed in the following ways:

• Get 4-H members to and from 4-H meetings/activities on time.

• Help youth select 4-H interest area that is of interest and benefit to the member.

• Help youth understand the guidelines for the exhibits selected.

• Assist in accurately completing enrollment in 4-H Online.

• Assist youth in getting needed materials for exhibit.

• Work with youth in completing exhibit activities and paperwork as recommended for the exhibit.

• ASSIST youth in completing 4-H exhibits. DO NOT DO IT FOR THEM, but do provide guidance

and assistance.

• Encourage youth to participate in county and state 4-H activities such as project workshops, trips,

conferences, demonstrations, and other events and activities for which they may be eligible.

• Encourage 4-H members who are in their senior year of high school to apply for available

college/post-secondary scholarships.

• Offer assistance to local 4-H clubs by providing transportation, serving as a project leader, or

assisting the club leaders with an event or fundraiser.

• Volunteer time during the 4-H Fair including exhibit check in, judging, check out, project security and

much more. Contact the Purdue Extension office for more volunteer opportunities.

4-H EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

Each family decides what their 4-H experience looks like. The family may choose to do as much or as

little as they want. The following are opportunities available: Spark Clubs, Local Clubs, Trips,

Workshops, Career Development Events, Contests, and Fair Entries. 4-H enrollment begins on

October 1

of each year. Enroll early in order to take full advantage of 4-H membership

4-H ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCES

JUDGING TEAMS

Dairy - Any 4-H member may participate in this activity. You do not have to live on a farm or own an

animal. The purpose is to learn to evaluate dairy cattle by identifying parts and type characteristics.

Also, members learn to compare production and genetic information. Members learn to give reasons to

defend their placing of a class. Practice dates are set during January through April. County teams

participate in the area contest. Area winners judge the state contest.

Forestry - Any 4-H member may participate in this activity. The purpose is to learn to identify trees by their

leaves, seeds, and wood.

Hippology/Horse Bowl - The objective of the Hippology Program is to provide an opportunity for youth to

learn and demonstrate their breadth of knowledge and understanding of horse management; and to

learn life-skills such as acquiring knowledge, communicating, solving problems, relating to others, and

applying leadership skills.

Horse & Pony - Participation is open to any 4-H member. You do not have to be a member of the county

horse & pony club, live on a farm, or own an animal. The purpose is to learn to evaluate horses based

on breed conformation or performance in a show arena atmosphere. Members give reasons to defend

their placing of a class. Practice dates are January through April.

Livestock - Any 4-H member may participate in this activity. You do not have to live on a farm or own an

animal. The purpose is to learn to evaluate livestock by identifying parts and type characteristics. Also,

members learn to compare production information. Members learn to give reasons to defend their

placing of a class. Practice dates are set during January through April. County teams participate in the

area contest. Area winners judge the state contest.

CLUB OFFICERS

Those 4-H members who are elected to offices within their local and/or county clubs. Opportunity to expand

leadership skills.

PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL

Description/Objectives:

1. To provide an opportunity for youth to perform for an audience where the performers and audience both

have fun.

2. To help youth identify talents that they may choose to develop.

3. To share 4-H with others in the community.

4. To help youth and adults learn to work as team members for a coordinated activity.

Clubs are encouraged to develop entertainment acts to perform in the contest. Two clubs may combine to

present an act if they choose. Each club or combination of clubs is allowed to enter any number acts in

any category. Mini 4-Hers may be in group acts and curtain acts as long as there are at least an equal

number of 4-H members in grades 3-12 in the act.

All acts will be penalized two points per minute or fraction of minute over the time limits. There is no

minimum time limit. Acts may not pass out items to audience.

The contest is usually held in an evening at the end of April.

Curtain Act – Musical – individuals are creating the music themselves:

Number of performers: one to four

Performance Time Limit: maximum of 5 minutes

Curtain Act - Non-Musical – If it is a musical act, the music is being created by means other than by those

participating:

Number of performers: one to four

Performance Time Limit: maximum of 5 minutes

Group Act

Number of performers: five or more

Performance Time Limit: maximum of 8 minutes

Example of types of acts:

skits or sketches instrumental (piano, guitar, flute, drums, etc.) Puppetry

vocal (song, monolog, comedy) bands (rock, country, jazz, gospel), acrobatic feats

juggling dance (ballet, tap, modern, etc.) lip sync

4-H cheerleading routines rhythmic gymnastics magic

clowning other entertainment

All acts should be appropriate for family audiences.

SUPREME SHOWMANSHIP

Dairy, Beef, Goat, Horse, Sheep, and Swine showmanship contests may send two showman as ranked by

the judge to participate in a competition for Supreme Showmanship. Participants can only represent

one species.

PETROLEUM POWER (TRACTOR/LAWN & GARDEN TRACTOR/ZERO-TURN) OPERATOR CONTEST

Contestants must be enrolled in 4-H. The county contest will be announced in the 4-H newsletter and

by letter to members enrolled. Contest consists of parts identification and obstacle driving course. The

top three participants in Junior Division (grades 3-7) and Senior Division (graded 8-12) for each

category will advance to area contest provided they are enrolled in 4-H. This is an alternative

experience for the Ag Tractor, Lawn and Garden, Zero-Turn, and Small Engines project.

4-H MEMBER ADVANTAGE PROGRAM

This Dubois County 4-H Member Advantage Program is brought to you by the Dubois County 4-H Council

and generous donors from the surrounding area.

Benefits for all Dubois County 4-H Members:

• 4-H T-shirt to each 4-H member and 4-H Club Leader (if pickup)

• Opportunity to compete for a variety of awards at the 4-H Fair, contests, and other events

• A large number of 4-H trips, workshops, and seminars at little or no cost to attendees

• Educational materials and manuals will be made available to all members at no cost (replacement

materials excluded)

• Free admission to the 4-H fairgrounds during the 4-H Fair

• Free admission to many 4-H Fair events

Advantage Benefits for “Graduating” 4-H Members:

• 4-H members who have participated in 4-H qualify for a senior gift in the form of a check in the

amount of the following:

• 4-H members who participated 10 years: $250 and gift

• 4-H members who participated 7-9 years: $200 and gift

• 4-H members who participated 4-6 years: $100 and gift

Members will receive funds and instructions for obtaining their individual senior gift checks upon

participation of their final year.

4-H MANUAL SUPPLY POLICY

In 2024, the only project that will require submission of project manuals is dog. These manuals are the

same manuals used in the past and are to be turned in at the time of animal project check-in (times vary by

animal). ALL other projects that required submission of record sheets or project manuals specific to project

are no longer required for submission, but are still available upon request.

4-H Project Manual/Supply Policy

There are some exhibits that require a manual to assist with the project (see individual exhibit guidelines).

These manuals and ONLY these manuals will be available at the library for lending out. Not all projects

have manuals and not all projects require manuals to complete exhibits. You will check them out like a

regular library book and return them to the library. We will also have a lending library at the Extension

Office and you can check them out here also. Please do not write in or on these books. Treat them like a

library book for someone else to use after you.

The lending library at the Extension Office will have a complete set of all manuals, whether they are

required or not for you to check out. If you prefer a book of your own, we can order it for you. The cost is

$5.50.

We also have Livestock Resource Books at all libraries and here at the office in our lending library. These

are larger livestock books with a lot of livestock information specific to each species. If you want to

purchase a livestock resource book the price is $25.00

Some exhibit supplies are available from the Extension Office, but there is an “at cost” fee. See exhibit

guidelines for this information.

THERE IS NO General 4-H Record Sheet

If you wish to track your participation in 4-H especially for scholarship purposes, use the My

Record of 4-H Achievement available at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/_docs/4-h-620-record-of-

achievement.pdf

GENERAL EXHIBIT INFORMATION

All Exhibits:

• All 4-H exhibits must have been completed since the previous year’s fair.

• All 4-H exhibits and livestock must be selected and identified in 4-H Online.

o 4-H Exhibits in exhibit buildings will have the project area selected in 4-H Online.

o 4-H Livestock must be selected as a project area in 4-H Online and animal identification entered

by May 15.

• All 4-H exhibits in exhibit buildings and livestock will need to be entered in the correct class in

FairEntry.

• Exhibited in finish form including ready to hang or display.

o Pictures and wall hangings, etc. should be ready to hang or display. Use strong hangers (not

can tabs) attached with nails or screws (not glue or tape) or provide a suitable stand. Label the

stand with your name.

Exhibit Labels:

• Labels are 2 7/8” wide by 5 ½” long

• Provided by the Purdue Extension office

• Attach securely

• Must have an exhibit label for each fair exhibit including exhibits that have multiple items.

• Poster must be located in lower right-hand corner

• All other exhibits must be attached securely and be in a visible position.

Poster Exhibits:

• Must be 22” inches high x 28” inches wide

• Displayed horizontally (Except Photography Salon Prints)

• Have Stiff Backing (corrugated cardboard or foam core board preferred)

• Covered with clear cellophane, plastic or in a poster bag unless otherwise stated in exhibit

guidelines.

• Leave 2 7/8” wide by 5 ½” long clear in the lower right-hand corner for project label.

Poster board, foam core board, and poster bags are available at the Extension Office at cost.

References:

• If information was obtained to complete project, reference list must be included

o Most posters, notebooks, and display boards will be affected.

o Should/Might include website links, people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines,

etc.

o Attach to the back of the poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook or as part of

the display visible to the public

o Judge will not discredit an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.

4-H Council reserves the right to prohibit display of items that may be considered objectionable. If a

member wishes to display a project of great size, i.e. tractor, lawn equipment, bed, etc., it is

advisable to get exhibiting permission from 4-H Council PRIOR to project check-in. (Projects too

large to exhibit may be completed in a notebook or photo album or poster format.)

GENERAL LIVESTOCK INFORMATION ***REVISED***

1. Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care

a. To exhibit beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, poultry and rabbits, 4-H members must be

certified through a quality assurance training. One quality assurance training is Indiana 4-H Quality

Livestock Care. This is annual program that can be completed via in-person trainings and must

complete before exhibition. For more information about in-person trainings please contact your

County Extension office.

b. This requirement is an important educational opportunity for 4-H livestock members. Making this an

exhibition requirement is how we are ensuring that 4-H members learn about quality assurance,

but it really has nothing to do with animal exhibition. The real reason we are requiring this is so

youth learn best management practices with their animals.

c. NOTES: If youth take more than one type of animal, the 4-H member only needs to complete the

training once to cover all animals. Must complete before exhibition.

d. ALTERNATIVE Training: Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) To exhibit and unable

to attend Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care training, may complete Youth for the Quality Care of

Animals (YQCA). This is an annual program that can be completed via online modules and must

complete before exhibition. More information about YQCA is available at http://yqcaprogram.org.

2. Animal ID Enrollment Deadline - 4-H members (Grades 3 – 12) must identify all Beef and Dairy Cattle,

Goats, Horses, Rabbits, Sheep and Swine in the 4HOnline system by May 15 to be eligible for

exhibition. Please visit https://extension.purdue.edu/county/dubois/ for specific species instruction on

how to enroll. The system will shut down and animals will not receive ID or be eligible because they

missed the deadline.

3. State Fair Entry - For more information on State Fair Entry, please visit the following website:

https://www.indianastatefair.com/p/state-fair/competitions--contests/4-h-competitions-entry-information

4. Mini 4-H Livestock Showman Rules - Participants must be currently signed up in 4-H Online as a

Mini 4-H member. Mini 4-H members in grades K-2 as of January 1 of current year will be allowed to

show, work with, or care for animal projects after their parent or legal guardian has signed a liability

release.

a. For animals over 300 pounds the Mini 4-Her must be assisted by a parent, legal guardian or

another adult designated in writing by parent or legal guardian. (Assisted means with the child at

all times.)

b. Animals to be used by Mini 4-H participants must be checked in at the same time as 4-H member

animal check-in of fair week. They may bring their own animal or use an animal entered by

another 4-H member.

c. Exception: Mini swine, poultry, and horse showmen must use another 4-H member's animal

which has been checked in during 4-H Member project check-in. They are not to bring their own

animal. Mini 4-H Horse showmen please see Horse Section for additional showmanship

guidelines.

d. Release: Livestock animals brought by Mini 4-H age participants must remain at the fairgrounds

and will be released with 4-H Member animal release.

5. Animal Health Requirements for Exhibition of Domestic Animals in Indiana

a. Indiana Board of Animal Health has specific requirements for livestock when exhibiting in Indiana

including general requirements, species specific requirements about identification and

vaccination.

b. For full Indiana Board of Animal Health Exhibition Requirements go to

https://www.in.gov/boah/boah-rules/exhibition-requirements/

6. Fair Livestock Show Procedure

a. Decisions for what class animal is placed in will be made in 4-H Online and Fair Entry. These will

be double checked at check in of Fair. NO CHANGES WILL BE MADE AFTER CHECK-IN.

b. Show bills will be completed by Extension office staff from information collected at check in.

Livestock Council Committee will review all show bills besides dairy which will already be

complete. Show bills will be posted Sunday evening at the show arena.

c. Changes to show bills can be requested with a Change of Class Request form. Those will be

turned into the Extension Office and reviewed by the Council Committee and approved or denied.

7. Substitute Showman

a. A substitute showman will be allowed for a showman who

- Has another animal in the same class

- Has another commitment like a tournament, another show, or another event.

- Other pre-approved reasons.

b. If the youth thinks there is any chance they will not be there to show, a form IS REQUIRED. Below

is the process.

i. A triplicate substitute showman form will be picked up at check in.

ii. Form must be filled out by 5:00 pm of check in day

1. One sheet will be kept by the family to be turned in to the ring steward upon entering

the ring.

2. One sheet will be kept by the Extension Office

3. One sheet will be kept by the Species Committee.

iii. Substitute showman forms can always be cancelled. Substitute showman forms will not be

allowed to be added after 5:00 pm of check-in unless there is an emergency reason.

c. Changes to show bills can be requested with a Change of Class Request form. Those will be

turned into the Extension Office and reviewed by the Council Committee and approved or denied.

8. Dress for Success!

a. Wear protective footwear. Please no sandals, rubber boots, or tennis shoes when working with

your animals. Protect your feet. This is recommended for all times and not just during livestock

shows.

b. During shows, wear nice polo or long-sleeved shirts buttoned as high as your collarbone. Other

nice shirts with appropriate neckline are acceptable. Shirts should be tucked in if at all possible.

c. During shows, please wear belts or other fastening devices (suspenders) to keep pants at waist

level.

9. Options for Exhibition without an animal

a. Poster

i. Members can showcase what they learned with a poster exhibit for a specific species.

ii. Posters will be placed into a level determined by 4-H grade as follows: Level 1 - grade 3-5,

Level 2 - grade 6-8, Level 3 - grade 9-12

iii. References for posters, notebooks and display boards are required. The judge will not discredit

an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.

iv. ALL POSTERS need to be turned in on check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn

any posters in at animal check ins.

v. Every poster will receive a white, red, or blue ribbon based on quality as selected by the judge.

vi. Develop an idea and build it into an attractive display/poster as well as learn the technical

aspect of some part of the specific animal industry.

vii. See General Exhibit and Label Attachment Instructions for further poster details.

b. Manual

i. Manuals are not required if showing an animal, but are still available upon request for

participation without an animal.

ii. Complete 3 activities from specie manual and turn in to the Purdue Extension office during

check-in of fair week.

c. Species Showmanship

i. 4-H member can show another 4-H member’s animal during the species showmanship of fair

week for participation.

ii. Animal Quality Assurance Training must be completed before 4-H member can show in

showmanship.

iii. Animal Quality Assurance Training is not required for a 4-H member who will not show an

animal at the Fair.

10. Fraud and/or deception will not be allowed relative to exhibits-being defined to include but not

limited to the following:

a. Tampering, altering and/or misrepresentation relative to an animal’s breeding, age, and ownership.

b. Unethical fitting of animal exhibits consisting of administration of any substance or performance of

any surgical procedure, altering the animal’s conformation and/or rending its tissue unfit for human

consumption at the time of exhibition.

c. For animals that originate in Indiana certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) is not required.

11. Livestock Release Rule & Cleanup - All large livestock will be released at the end of fair week at

various times. See fair schedule and newsletter for times and specific species rules for exceptions such

as market animals, lactating females, etc.

12. Procedure for animals that die during fair:

a. All animals that die/expire at the fair will be transported to the Purdue Heeke Animal Diagnostic

Disease Laboratory at SIPAC to determine potential cause of death. This is to insure the

biosecurity and safety of all livestock in Dubois County. All costs associated with the potential

necropsies will be paid by the Dubois County 4-H Council. Results will be available to the 4-H

member upon request.

4-H CAREER ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

4-H Members who have participated in particular projects or project areas for a minimum of five years are

eligible to be awarded a Career Achievement Award. They must have enrolled in the particular project in

the year of the award. The Awards and the projects or areas on which they are based are as follows:

• Beef

• Dairy

• Goat

• Horse & Pony (Horseless Horse and Horse & Pony)

• Poultry (Chickens, Ducks, & Turkey)

• Rabbits

• Sheep

• Swine

4-H SWEEPSTAKES AWARD

4-H youth can win $100 and a choice of a 4-H gift.

To enter follow the below guidelines:

1. 4-H Youth who enter at least 5 static entries in the fair are eligible.

2. Select your favorite 5 entries and submit a Sweepstakes Form during check in.

3. The top 3 youth will be selected based on scores from the 5 entries they submitted.

4. Points will be given according to placing and state fair selection.

5. Winners will be announced at the Awards Night at the Fair

PROJECT CHECK IN AND RELEASE TIMES

Please look for updates on dates and times in the 4-H newsletter (Clover Chronicles) and on the fair schedule.

GRIEVANCE POLICY ***REVISED***

The grievance procedures outlined below are utilized as part of an internal process of the Indiana 4-H

Youth Development program for use when grievances of 4-H members, their parents/guardians, or 4-H

volunteers cannot be resolved via reasonable conversation. This policy affords the opportunity in those

unique situations to allow voice or opinion to be heard when there is a dispute regarding 4-H participation,

activities or programs. This is not a mechanism for complaints against individual 4-H members (or

their families), 4-H volunteers, judging officials for competitive events, or Purdue Extension staff. All

resulting decisions will be made in accordance with the Indiana 4-H Program’s stated mission to be an

inclusive organization designed to encourage and maximize youth participation. The rights of the individual

filing the grievance are limited to those provided by Indiana 4-H Program policy.

Purdue University, as the Land Grant University in Indiana, is charged (by the United States Department of

Agriculture) with implementing the 4-H Program in communities across the State of Indiana.

Purdue Extension Educators in each Indiana county represent the university in local communities and have

the responsibility of assuring all 4-H volunteers meet basic university criteria as they serve as

representatives of the university. Purdue Extension Educators additionally provide oversight to 4-H

volunteers including the assurance that Indiana 4-H Policies and Procedures are appropriately

implemented in 4-H Program delivery.

Individual county 4-H policies and procedures should be created and reviewed to assure they do not

contradict established statewide 4-H policies and procedures. If a contradiction is discovered during the

grievance process, Indiana 4-H Program policy shall be followed in determining the grievance outcome.

1. Grievances are made by completing the Indiana 4-H Grievance/Appeal form with the burden of proof

being the responsibility of the individual filing the completed grievance/appeal form and supporting

documentation shall be presented to the president of the 4-H policy-making body (e.g., 4-H Council) or

the Purdue Extension Educator who works with the 4-H Program. (NOTE: concerns regarding staff,

volunteers, members, or other individuals are not issues for which a grievance may be filed. 4-H

volunteers are assigned by the 4-H Extension Educator. Concerns regarding 4-H volunteers,

members, or other individuals should be addressed directly with the Purdue 4-H Extension

Educator.)

2. Grievances pertaining to 4-H activities, programs or projects shall be filed within 14 days of an incident

or grievances pertaining to county fair related issues are often time-sensitive and must be filed within

24 hours of the incident.

3. The grievance process occurs in the county where the issue or concern arises and offers two

opportunities for a concern to be heard and reviewed.

A. The grievance is initially heard by an unbiased, representative grievance sub-committee of

approved 4-H Volunteers. It is the Purdue Extension Educator assigned to 4-H Programming who

shall annually work with the chair of the county 4-H Council to determine this committee’s

membership to include a combination of 3-6 of the following individuals: one representative of the

4-H Council; two 4-H volunteers serving as a 4-H club organizational leader; one 4-H volunteer

knowledgeable in the subject matter (project) of concern (this individual will vary dependent on

issue raised with the grievance); one youth representative; and up to three community leaders. The

Purdue Extension Educator assigned to 4-H shall convene the group.

B. The person filing the grievance may appeal the decision of the 4-H Grievance Committee to the

State 4-H Program Leader or The Program Leader or designee will review the facts in evidence

and render a decision. This is the second and final level in the appeal process.

**The intent of a two-level process is to assure different individuals have the opportunity to hear and act on

the grievance. ALL individuals involved at any level of the grievance procedure are reminded of the

importance of keeping discussions regarding grievances confidential.

To maintain the confidentiality of the parties involved, the grievance hearings at each level will be closed to

the public. Only the individuals who have filed the grievance, the members of the grievance committee, and

the Purdue Extension Educators will be present during each level of the grievance process, ***The

grievance process is internal to the Indiana 4-H Youth Development Program and meetings of the

grievance committees are not subject to Indiana’s Open-Door Policy.

The Purdue Extension Educator assigned to work with the 4-H Program has the obligation to inform all

parties that there is a grievance procedure if there are disagreements with policies.

The practice of charging fees from those filing grievances shall be eliminated and all counties will utilize the

Indiana 4-H Grievance/Appeal Form as part of the grievance process.

This policy and grievance forms are available under Section 4.12 and 4.12.1 at

https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/about/policies-and-procedures/4-4-h-project-and-competitive-events-

guidelines.html#subsection12

4-H EXHIBIT GUIDELINES

AEROSPACE (State Fair Exhibit) ***REVISED***

Exhibit Introduction – The 4-H aerospace program provides youth with educational information and

experiences about aerodynamics, flight and rocketry.

State Fair Entries - 3 rockets, drones (UAV), remote control aircraft, posters, notebooks or display boards

per county; one per level.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines - Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and

creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

“Ready to Fly” and E2X rockets are not permitted. Rockets may be exhibited with a base, but launch

pads are not permitted. All rockets must weigh less than 3.3 pounds and considered an amateur rocket

according to FAA regulations. Remote control aircraft or drones may be constructed from a kit or

purchased ready-to-fly. The power source (rocket engine, battery pack, etc.) is to be removed before

being placed in public exhibition.

Rockets will not be launched and remote-control aircraft or drones will not be flown at state fair.

Launching rockets and flying aircraft or drones at the county level is optional based on adult

supervision experience.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Construct a rocket of your choice designed for a new model rocket enthusiast with a difficulty level that

is appropriate for the suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on any topic in the manual.

Similar topics not included in the manual are permissible. Rockets cannot be ready-to-fly (RTF) or

have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets and rockets that take an engine D or above are not permitted

in this level.

Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA

regulations, federal and state laws, and local ordinances. This exhibit choice is to include a notebook

or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned. Displaying the

aircraft or drone is optional. Other topics could include how a quadcopter operates, controls used to fly

a quadcopter, UAV regulations administered by Federal Aviation Administration, commercial and

emergency uses of UAVs, and more.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Construct a rocket of your choice designed for a model rocket enthusiast with some experience and

with a difficulty level that is appropriate for the suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on

any topic in the manual. Similar topics not included in the manual are permissible. Rockets cannot be

ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets and rockets that take an engine E or

above are not permitted in this level.

Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA

regulations, federal and state laws, and local ordinances. This exhibit choice is to include a notebook

or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned. Displaying the

aircraft or drone is optional. Other topics could include interviewing a certified UAV pilot who works in

law enforcement, EMS, fire, Purdue Extension, commercial or other application. Other options could

include creating a flight plan or interfacing with other computer software.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Construct a rocket of your choice designed for an experienced model rocket enthusiast and with a

difficulty level that is appropriate for the suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on any

topic in the manual. Similar topics not included in the manual are permissible. Rockets cannot be

ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets and rockets that take an engine G or

above are not permitted in this level.

Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA

regulations, federal and state laws, and local ordinances. This exhibit choice is to include a notebook

or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned. Displaying the

aircraft or drone is optional. Other topics could include using “stitching” software to produce an

orthomosaic map for a research purpose, identifying Department of Transportation Aeronautical Chart

features and explain how these are important to drone pilot, how to obtain a drone pilot license, or

more. If 16 years of age or older the member could obtain a license by completing and passing the

official FAA Part 107 UAV licensing test.

AMERICANA: ARTS & CRAFTS

(County Only Project)

Exhibit Introduction: Exhibits will be entered into the following classes for judging: Beginner: Grade 3-5;

Intermediate: Grade 6-8; Advanced: Grade 9-12

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Restore an antique item by refinishing, painting, rewiring, etc. to be in "like

new" form. Exhibits must be accompanied with a complete description of the article(s) that is being

exhibited in a notebook or poster. The notebook or poster should contain information about your

Americana project and pictures highlighting the restoration process. Pictures should have captions that

show and explain how you were involved in your project and the work that was completed. Before and

after pictures would be great and are encouraged. Any work performed on restoration and repair of

project that is not completed by the 4-H member must be noted in the notebook or poster.

Exhibits on display at the county fair will be on display at the 4-H member's own risk. It is

recommended for large or valuable items that the poster or notebook should be used instead of

bringing actual item.

ANIMAL EDUCATION POSTER

Exhibit Introduction: Youth can learn about livestock and companion animals through a variety of

experiences. ALL POSTERS need to be turned in on check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn

any posters in at animal check ins.

State Fair Entries: 3 Cat entries per county; one per level. 3 Dog entries per county; one per level.

3 Llama entries per county; one per level. 3 Poultry entries per county; one per level.

3 Rabbit entries per county; one per level.

Manual Information: See page 12 for manual information. Manual completion is not a requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Owning or showing an animal is not required. Members enrolled in any 4-H

animal or livestock project can exhibit in this project and are to contact their county 4-H educator to

learn if they are to also be enrolled in animal education.

Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered

with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more

than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right-hand corner to place an exhibit tag

provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related

topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Check with the Purdue Extension office in your county to

determine if enrollment is required in the species project you want to learn about. Owning or

possessing an animal is not required.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related

topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Check with the Purdue Extension office in your county to

determine if enrollment is required in the species project you want to learn about. Owning or

possessing an animal is not required.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related

topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Check with the Purdue Extension office in your county to

determine if enrollment is required in the species project you want to learn about. Owning or

possessing an animal is not required.

ATV SAFETY AND OPERATOR SKILLS (State Fair Eligible)

Exhibit Introduction: The ATV safety and operator skills project provides an opportunity for youth to learn

safe riding habits and vehicle maintenance.

State Fair Entries: 3 posters, notebooks or display boards per county.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on

a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

ATV Safety topics posters and videos will be judged using the ATV Safety resources from Indiana 4-H

office found here: https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/projects/4-h-project-atv-safety.html, and the Indiana

ORV Rider’s Ed Course available study guide. The ORV Rider’s Ed Course can be found here

https://www.offroad-ed.com/indiana and a Handbook of Indiana Off-Road Vehicle Laws and Safe

Operating Procedures for ATVs and Snowmobiles is available for lending from the Purdue Extension

Dubois County office and from the public library.

Exhibit Poster, Report or Video (MP4 on thumb drive or web link) covering the below topics. Reports

can be either hand written in ink or typed, however, the work must be that of the 4-H’er.

Beginner (Grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an age/grade appropriate poster, notebook or display about ATV safety or maintenance.

Intermediate (Grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an age/grade appropriate poster, notebook or display about ATV safety or maintenance.

Advanced (Grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an age/grade appropriate poster, notebook or display about ATV safety or maintenance.

Riding Skills Option (grades 3-12)

An optional group ride and riding skills obstacle course is available at the county level if supervised

by a certified ATV safety adult volunteer.

BASIC CRAFTS: ARTS & CRAFTS

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Exhibit Introduction: Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing

creativity in a variety of mediums. This project combines 4-H Freestyle, Decorative Painting and

Wearables, Macramé, Reed craft and Other Crafts.

State Fair Entries: 5 entries per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Judging will be community style on Friday evening prior to fair week. Youth may exhibit any art or craft

that does not meet exhibit requirements in Fine Arts, Needle Craft, Model Craft or Construction and

Architectural Replica. All Levels - 4-H member can exhibit 1 or more projects of their own design utilizing

different techniques and project was completed in current year.

Exhibitors should be considerate of space. Exhibits too large to safely move or requiring lots of space

should be exhibited using photographs and a description of work in a notebook.

All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A. This information card is to

describe work completed so the judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are

for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

If multiple pieces make up the exhibit, a photograph of the complete exhibit should be attached to the

exhibit so the total exhibit can properly be displayed. For safety purposes any craft exhibit that resembles a

sword, knife, or look-a-like weapon will be judged but will not be displayed.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested) - Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested) - Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested) - Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.

Exhibit ideas: nail art, tie dying items, tube painting, paint by numbers, macramé, design on t-shirt,

sweatshirt, apron, book bag, clay making, wreath making, diamond dot, etc.

THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE: Candlemaking, Ceramics, Collections, Construction Toys, Counted Cross

Stitch, Crocheting, Drawing, Embroidery, Farm Scene, Gift Wrapping, Leathercraft, Metalcraft,

Modelcraft, Needlepoint, Painting, Recycling, Latch hooking, Scrapbooking, Woodcraft

BEEF

Exhibit Introduction

a. No horns allowed. When in question, 4-H Council Livestock Committee with consideration from Beef

committee will have the right to allow or deny animal.

b. Champion Market Heifer will compete for the Grand Champion Market Animal (Beef and Dairy Steers

and Market Heifers)

c. If there is a single entry in a breed class, the single entry will compete for 1

and 2

in All Other Breed

class to move on to Grand Champion Drive.

d. Animal Education posters need to be turned in on check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn

any posters in at animal check in.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement. 4-H members are required to complete a quality assurance training. For details, please

see Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care on page 14.

Heifer Classes - Heifers may show as market heifer or breeding heifer. The member must declare which

category the animal will show in at check-in. There will be one class of market heifers.

Commercial breeding heifers will show by weight classes.

Registered breeding heifers will show in alphabetic order of breed beginning with the class with

youngest animals.

a) Senior Calves - Born between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31 of preceding year.

b) Summer Yearlings - Born between May 1 and Aug. 31 of preceding year.

c) Junior Yearlings - Born between Jan. 1 and April 30 of preceding year.

d) Senior Yearlings - Born between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, two years previous (if in milk will show in cow

class)

f) Dairy Steers - dehorned to show

Steer Classes - will show in alphabetic order of breed, beginning with the lightweight class.

a) 1200 lbs. & up

b) 1100-1199 lbs.

c) 1000-1099 lbs.

Feeder Calf Class – Steers below 1000 lbs. will show in heavy feeder calves (700-999 lbs.) and light

feeder calves (699 lbs. and below). Feeder heifers are eligible to be shown in the feeder calf classes

also. All feeder calves must be selected, tagged, and entered in 4HOnline by May 15. Male feeder

calves must be castrated.

Cow-Calf Class - Calf must be less than six months old as of show date and have own tag identification.

Calf may also be shown by Mini 4-H'er but will stay all week. If calf is to be shown in the feeder calf

class in addition to the cow-calf class, it must be identified in 4-H Online under both the Feeder calf and

Cow-Calf category.

Rate of Gain – Top 5 rate of gain competitors will be brought through arena. Awards for top two will be

announced.

Showmanship – Members compete by grade unless they have won in Junior, Intermediate, or Senior

division. Prior year winners must move up one level. Members must show their own animal (Only

exception is if 4-H member does not have an animal on the premises). The show will be a “blow

and show” type exhibit with no fitting of the animal.

Junior - 3rd-4th graders

Intermediate - 5th-6th graders

Senior - 7th-9th graders

Master - 10

grade & up

Mini 4-H Class – Refer to Mini 4-H Class rules. Mini 4-H class will start the Beef Show.

Beef General Rules

1. Breed Classifications: Steer – Black Angus, Belted Galloway, Charolais, Chianina, Crossbred, Gelbvieh,

Hereford, Limousin, Maine-Anjou, Red Angus, Red Poll, Salers, Santa Gertrudis, Shorthorn,

Simmental, and Dairy Beef. Heifer - Angus, Belted Galloway, Charolais, Chianina,

Commercial/Crossbred, Gelbvieh, Hereford, Limousin, Maine-Anjou, Maintainer, Red Angus, Red Poll,

Santa Gertrudis, Shorthorn and Polled Shorthorn, Shorthorn Plus, Simmental, Sim-Solution, and

Salers. Crossbred heifers will show by weight. All other heifers will show by age. Breed classifications

will follow Breed Association Standards.

2. Beef Enrollment, Identification, Weighing, and Ownership -

All beef animals must be identified at county beef weigh-in day and enrolled in 4-H Online. All beef

animals must follow Indiana Board of Animal Health (BOAH) exhibition requirements. (Found under

General Livestock Information at the beginning of the handbook). County and State Fair beef animals

must be identified in 4-H Online by May 15. Potential State Fair entries must be tagged to the individual

4-H member and DNA hair samples submitted to Purdue Extension office, otherwise, members may

show those animals tagged in their family profile in 4-H Online. Any cattle with ringworm will be run

through chute last. Bulls must be castrated prior to weigh-in.

3. Stall Selection will be determined following the information meeting 10 days prior to the 4-H fair.

Individuals not present at time of drawing will take available space left. If you can't be there for drawing,

have a representative there for you at drawing. Early pen selection is NOT allowed.

4. Weighing - Animals will be weighed immediately upon arrival at the 4-H Fairgrounds for show weight.

Rate of gain will be calculated and awards made to the top two animals.

5. Mouthing Age - No steer can be shown that does not have his milk teeth in place, and no permanent

teeth showing or evidence thereof. Steers not meeting mouthing requirements will show in a separate

class but will receive no higher than a blue ribbon.

6. All Beef show animals not tagged at county beef weigh-in need to be tagged and entered into 4HOnline

by May 15.

7. Any animal with a questionable health issue, such as pinkeye, warts, ringworm, or other disease, may

be isolated while at the fair, or sent home. The 4-H Council Livestock Committee will make this

decision.

8. Equipment Placement - No chutes in wash area until after check-in. Show boxes are to be placed in

specified areas designated by the committee. Grooming chutes allowed in barn any day while in use.

Chutes must be stored outside otherwise and may not be used between 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. except

on show day.

9. Beef check in, show, and check out dates and times will be in 4-H newsletter and on the fair schedule.

10. Cattle must remain in stalls beginning at 5:30 p.m. except on night of show. No animals will be

permitted to go out to tie outs no earlier than 9:00 p.m. OR the conclusion of the evening show.

Whichever is later.

11. For the safety of the 4-H members, if any 4-Her needs assistance in the ring, please contact the beef

committee prior to show to have ring masters assist your 4-Her in the ring!! Only parents or assigned

legal guardians allowed with Mini 4-Hers.

12. Order of Show – To be determined after check-in on Sunday.

13. Class Make-Up – the Purdue Extension and 4-H Council Livestock Committee reserves the right to

combine classes or to divide classes whenever deemed advisable. Final decisions on classes will be

made following check-in at the fair. These classes will be posted prior to the show. Classes with

insufficient numbers may be combined in an “all other breeds” class.

14. Ribbons - Group placing (blue, red, white) with 1st and 2nd in each class. Champion and Reserve

Champion in each breed (designated by committee). Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion

on the market animal show (Feeder calves are not eligible for Grand champion competition). Top 5 will

be selected in market and breeding heifer show.

15. 4-H Beef Species Committee - this group has the responsibility of bringing needs of species to the 4-H

Council Livestock Committee, oversee check in at fair, oversee ID days, provide barn chaperones as

needed, provide volunteers to run the show, and livestock barn set up.

16. 4-H Council Livestock Committee – this group is the decision makers, review suggestions from species

committees, review concerns and grievances from livestock individuals, set livestock dates, oversee

and enforce rules, and procedures of the livestock program. 4-H Council Livestock Committee also

has the right to remove any animal during the week of the fair for the health of the animal or for

the safety of any person(s).

BEEKEEPING (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: This project will help youth learn beekeeping, the types of bees, the honey and wax

they produce, the plants that attract bees, and the equipment a beekeeper needs.

State Fair Entries: 1 educational exhibit per county.

1 honey exhibit per member, unlimited number of county entries.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic

sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a

table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Special Notes:

• There are no age/grade specifications for beekeeping exhibits. No bee hives may be brought to the

State Fair.

• Honey water content will be measured.

• Fill level: the honey should be filled to the jar shoulder, not over, nor under

• Chunk honey should go in a wide-mouth jar, preferably one specially made for chunk honey (see

beekeeping catalogs).

• Be careful to distinguish "chunk honey"(comb in jar) from "cut comb" (comb only in box). Honey

(including chunk, cut comb and comb) must be collected since the previous county fair.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Educational Poster or Display (grades 3-12)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any beekeeping

topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Youth can also design and complete an independent

study activity.

Single Honey Product (grades 3-12)

Exhibit one of the following:

1. Extracted honey - 2 one-pound jars, shown in glass or clear plastic, screw-top jars

holding 1 pound of honey each.

2. Chunk honey (comb in jar)- 2 one-pound jars (wide-mouth glass or clear plastic).

3. Cut-comb honey - 2 one- pound boxes (These are usually 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" in size).

Two Honey Products (grades 3-12)

Exhibit two of the four kinds of honey listed below.

1. Extracted Honey - 2 one-pound jars (glass or clear plastic).

2. Chunk Honey (comb in jar) - 2 one-pound jars (wide-mouth - glass or clear plastic).

3. Cut-comb Honey - 2 one-pound boxes. Boxes are usually 4 1/2" x 4 1/2"

4. Comb Honey - 2 sections (honey built by bees in frames of wood commonly called

"sections." Boxes are usually 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" in size).

BICYCLE (County Only Project)

Exhibit Introduction: The 4-H bicycle project teaches safe riding habits.

State Fair Entries: No state fair entries.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on

a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Beginner (Grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about a bicycle topic of choice that is age/grade

appropriate.

Intermediate (Grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about a bicycle topic of choice that is age/grade

appropriate.

Advanced (Grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about a bicycle topic of choice that is age/grade

appropriate.

Riding Skills Option (grades 3-12)

Some county 4-H programs offer group rides and/or an obstacle course to develop safe riding habits

and skills. Check with your county 4-H educator to learn more.

CAKE DECORATING (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: The cake decorating project allows youth to utilize their artistic ability and

expressions as they learn decorating techniques and skills. Anyone wanting to learn baking skills

should refer to the 4-H foods project.

Judging will be community style on Friday evening prior to fair week. Members may opt to leave their

cake on display and accept risk of deterioration OR provide a picture of their finished cake at project

judging. Your label will be attached to your cake or to a fair display of the pictures, which are brought.

Please pick up any cakes that you do not wish displayed later during the early part of the fair week.

Royal icing is not required, but is highly recommended to increase stability while being transported to

the fair.

State Fair Entries: 3 entries per county; one per level.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

The cake decorating project provides skills-based educational experiences that provide an opportunity

for mastery before building on that experience to develop more advanced skills. This subject area is

divided into three levels: Beginner (Grades 3-5), Intermediate (Grades 6-8), and Advanced (Grades 9-

12). While the defined grades are intended to be a guide, older youth enrolled in this subject for the

first time may start in a lower grade skill level with permission by the county extension educator,

followed by an appropriate level the following year.

Skills and techniques demonstrated should be age/grade appropriate. While it is not to say a beginner

level member cannot master an advanced level skill, it would be rare and unique. Therefore, exhibited

cakes must demonstrate the minimum five techniques from their given level outlined in Indiana 4-H

Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A, but may also include higher/lower level techniques

that have been mastered. Any higher/lower level techniques will not be counted as part of the

minimum five, but nevertheless will be evaluated for quality. All exhibited cakes must be created using

a Styrofoam, foam, or other solid dummy. Unless otherwise stated, cakes are to be iced using royal

icing or buttercream. Buttercream icing will not withstand environmental conditions and may become

soft, melt, not withhold its shape, and colors may bleed when being displayed an extended period of

time. When displaying a cut-up cake or tiered cake, the exhibitor must include a diagram and

description indicating how the cake was assembled. This diagram and description can be attached to

or written on the skills sheet. All exhibits must include a completed Cake Decorating Skills Sheet (4-H

710) and must accompany the cake for the judge’s reference during judging. Skills sheets are for

judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

A minimum of five beginner level skills are to be demonstrated. A list of skills to choose from can be

found on the Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a

cake board strong enough to support the cake (approximately 3/8” thick) and 2-4” larger than the cake.

For example, if the cake is 8” in diameter, then the cake board must be 10-12” in diameter. The cake

board must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited in

the beginner level are to be a single tier/layer, no more than 5” tall, and may be round, square, or

rectangular and the cake board is to be no more 12”x12”.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

A minimum of five intermediate level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional

skills from the beginner level. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the Indiana 4-H Cake

Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a cake board strong enough to

support the cake (approximately 3/8” thick) and 2-4” larger than the cake. For example, if the cake is

9”x13” rectangular, then the cake board must be 11”x15” to 13”x17” rectangular. The cake board must

be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited in the

intermediate level are to be a single or double tier/layer, no more than 12” tall and may be any shape.

Youth may choose to decorate an inverted (upside down) character pan or create a 3-dimensional

cake. It is also permissible to cut-up pieces of Styrofoam, foam, or other solid material to create a new

shape, like a butterfly or castle for example. The cake board is to be no more than 24”x24”.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

A minimum of five advanced level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional

skills from the beginner and intermediate levels. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the

Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a cake board

strong enough to support the cake (approximately ½” thick) and 4” larger than the base cake. For

example, if the cake is 26” in diameter, then the cake board must be 30” in diameter. The cake board

must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited in the

advanced level may be multiple layer and/or tiered and may include multiple cakes, like a wedding

cake. Youth may choose to create a character or 3-dimensional cake by cutting-up pieces of

Styrofoam, foam, or other solid material to create a new shape. Dowel rods, plates, etc. should be

used to support multiple layers and tiers. Fondant icing, gum, and sugar paste is permissible. Cakes

may be any shape, no more than 36” tall and the cake board is to be no more than 36”x36”. A

minimum of five advanced level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional skills

from the beginner and intermediate levels. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the Indiana 4-

H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet.

CANDLEMAKING: ARTS & CRAFTS ***REVISED***

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Exhibit Introduction: Judging will be community style on Friday evening prior to fair week. Members

may opt to leave their candle on display and accept risk for melting OR provide a picture of their

finished candle at project check-in. A picture display will be created for public display. Your label will be

attached to fair display for those who submit photos.

Exhibits will be entered into the following classes for judging: Beginner: Grade 3-5; Intermediate: Grade

6-8; Advanced: Grade 9-12. Members should construct a more advanced project each year. All Levels

- 4-H member can exhibit 1 or more projects of their own design utilizing different techniques and

project was completed in current year.

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

BEGINNER (Grade 3-5) - Make a simple candle. Some suggestions: simple molds, scented, multiple

colors, etc.

INTERMEDIATE (Grade 6-8) - Make a candle. Some suggestions: decorating, foam, painting, decoupage,

flowers, applique, wax flowers, etc.

ADVANCED – (Grade 9-12) - Make a candle. Some suggestions: ice, chunks, drip, layering, sand, rocks,

etc.

Feel free to search online for more ideas to create your candles.

CAT ***REVISED***

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

1. Each 4-Her must submit exhibits from one or more of the following options, animal class, poster class,

or cage class.

2. Entry in the cat show classes will take place via FairEntry.

3. Each member may exhibit his own or the family cat. Each cat may be shown with only one master, who

is a 4-Her who has cared for the cat.

4. Each cat must be four months of age or older.

5. All cats must be brought and taken from the show in carriers. A leash and collar may be used, but shall

be removed for judging.

6. Pregnant or lactating female cats will not be permitted to show.

7. All cats must have the claws clipped or be de-clawed.

8. It is recommended that all cats, other than pedigreed breeding stock, be neutered or spayed.

9. Cats must be free of fleas, fungus, ear mites, or other communicable diseases, and vaccinated and

show certificate from the veterinarian the following:

• Cat received rabies, feline panleukoperia, feline rhinotracheitis, and calcivirus immunization given at

least two weeks prior to and within one year of show date.

• Cat must test negative for leukemia before vaccination and have a negative fecal exam within 6

months of exhibition.

• Immunization against pneumonia is recommended.

10. Poster and Cage Classes will be divided by level as indicated below.

11. Each cat will be judged on a) health, b) cleanliness, c) grooming, d) personality, and e) if all categories

are equal, the judge will choose a winner by its “star quality.”

12. Grand and Reserve Grand Champion ribbons will be awarded in the animal class only. Cat Posters

and cage decorations are eligible for Grand Champion, but it will be up to the discretion of the judge if

Grand Champion is awarded.

Poster Class – SEE ANIMAL EDUCATION on page 21. ALL POSTERS need to be turned in on check in

day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn any posters in at animal check ins.

Cage Decorations - Level 1 – Grade 3-5, Level 2 – Grade 6-8, Level 3 – Grade 9-12

Cage size minimum is 18" wide by 24" long. The height of the cage should permit the cat to stand with

its tail erect and not touch the top of the cage. Cage should contain a water container and litter.

Decorations might include curtains, pillow, cage covering, etc.

Animal Class

Purebred - For registered animals. In judging confirmation, the structure and form of the cat is evaluated as

defined by the breed standard.

Household Pet - (for non-registered animals)

(1) short hair cat over 8 months

(2) long hair cat over 8 months

(3) kitten 4-8 months

CERAMICS: ARTS & CRAFTS

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Exhibit Introduction: Judging will be community style on Friday evening prior to fair week. Exhibits will

be entered into the following classes for judging: Greenware or Handmade and Beginner: Grade 3-5;

Intermediate: Grade 6-8; Advanced: Grade 9-12. All Levels - 4-H member can exhibit 1 or more projects of

their own design utilizing different techniques and project was completed in current year.

Greenware: All non-utility pieces do not need glaze on the bottom. If a bottom glaze is desired, only

one light coat is necessary. Please inspect your green ware closely for rough seams and attachments

at time of purchase. Remove stilt marks after firing.

Handmade: Pieces made using clay, water and other material created by hands.

Wheel Thrown: Pieces made by using a pottery wheel

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: All years are encouraged to date the article(s) which are made.

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

BEGINNER (Grade 3-5) – Clean and exhibit greenware or handmade article that is age/grade appropriate.

Suggested greenware techniques: glaze, underglaze, cover glaze, simple painted piece.

Suggested handmade technique: age/grade appropriate including pieces of art. Sculpture, coil build,

slab build, or functional grade appropriate piece

INTERMEDIATE (Grade 6-8) - Clean and exhibit greenware, handmade, or wheel thrown article that is

age/grade appropriate.

Suggested greenware techniques: basic stains, dry brushing, glazes, decals, overglazes, antiquing.

Suggested wheel thrown techniques: bowl, plate or cup

Suggested handmade technique: age/grade appropriate including pieces of art. More advanced than

beginner, sculpture, coil build, slab build, or functional grade appropriate piece

ADVANCED (Grade 9-12) – Clean and exhibit greenware, handmade, or wheel thrown article that is

age/grade appropriate.

Suggested greenware techniques: more advanced techniques from previous levels, may include set of

coordinated pieces (i.e. nativity, holiday set, etc.)

Suggested wheel thrown techniques: bowl, plate, cup or vase with more detail

Suggested handmade technique: age/grade appropriate including pieces of art. More detail and

decorative touches and more advanced than intermediate

CHICKENS ***REVISED***

Exhibit Introduction - The 4-H Poultry Project provides youth a fun and hands-on learning experience that

develops life skills, as well as teaches valuable information about properly caring for their birds.

Subjects such as such as general care, nutrition housing, and health care are presented in the

curricular materials, through workshops and activities such as poultry judging, and in preparation of an

exhibit. Youth also have the opportunity to develop responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and

communication skills through active participation in the 4-H Poultry Project.

Animal Quality Assurance Training – See Indiana 4-H Livestock Quality Care on page 14

Check In, Show, and Check Out Dates and Times

Small animals check in, show, and check out dates and times will be in 4-H newsletter and on the

fair schedule.

a. Any animal not checked in at the appropriate time will not be allowed to exhibit at this

year’s fair. Any poster not checked in during normal project check in will be exhibition only

and not receive comments.

b. Exhibitors are required to tear down their own pens and clean up surrounding area.

The appropriate specie committee will dispose of any small animal not claimed by its owner by close

of animal release at the end of fair. The exhibitor of any animal disposed of by the committee will be

billed for all costs, including time spent by the committee, involved with disposal of the exhibit.

Small Animal Building Hours

Please check with Small Animal Building Committee for Sunday “Care of Animal” building hours.

The small animal building will be open Monday through Friday of fair week from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm for

care of the animals and viewing by the public. Failure to care for your animals will not result in the

building being opened at any other time.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Posters are eligible for Grand Champion, but it will be up to the discretion of the judge if Grand

Champion is awarded.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement. 4-H members are required to complete quality assurance training. For details, please see

Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care on page 14.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Each exhibitor must furnish their own feed and water equipment. 4-Hers who do not care for their

poultry and clean pens will not receive premium money. Turkeys should have bedding and metal or

plastic feeders which should be wired to the cage. The committee will collect any eggs laid during the

4-H Fair. All exhibition chicken breeds must be recognized in the American Poultry Association,

however, commercial class chickens can be crosses. Exhibitors can use

https://amerpoultryassn.com/accepted-breeds-varieties/ and https://amerpoultryassn.com/poultry-

breeds/ to class your birds based on their breed as needed.

NPIP Testing: Chicken and Turkey exhibitor must turn in their NPIP affidavit of health when entering

poultry for exhibit. Waterfowl is exempt from this requirement. Birds requiring tests can schedule

appointments at the Heeke ADDL lab near Dubois, IN at ph. 812-678-3401.

Poultry Poster or Science Display Exhibit Requirements: See Animal Education page 21. ALL

POSTERS need to be turned in on check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn any posters in

at animal check ins.

The following animal species and their associated poster classes are exhibited in the small animal

building ONLY; rabbits, chickens (fancy and commercial), pigeons, ducks and turkeys. To maintain a

positive show environment for this diverse group of animals and their owners, the following rules

apply to all species and their poster classes.

Number of Animals Exhibited: All 4-H Exhibitors may exhibit chickens into one or more classes, but no

more than one entry per class for commercial classes. Two entries are allowed for exhibition classes as

long as the following is true:

1. Exhibitor is enrolled and active in 4-H Online by May 15

2. Exhibitor has completed an animal quality assurance training. For details please See Indiana 4-H

Livestock Quality Care on page 14.

This means the exhibitor can bring up to 16 entries in the chicken category (one for each class)

Mini 4-H Showmanship – See Mini 4-H Rules

Poultry Showmanship - Members compete by grade. Members must show their own animal (Only

exception is if 4-H member does not have an animal on the premises).

Junior - 3rd-5th graders

Intermediate - 6th-8th graders

Senior - 9th-12th graders

Commercial/Production Chickens

Pullets - Two pullets to be exhibited (Female Birds of same breed, less than 1 year of age day of show)

White Egg Shell Pullets

Brown Egg Shell Pullets

Colored Egg Shell Pullets

Hens - Two hens to be exhibited (Female birds of same breed, one year old or more day of show)

White Egg Shell Pullets

Brown Egg Shell Pullets

Colored Egg Shell Pullets

Broilers – two birds of the same sex, 6-8 weeks of age and not over 5 ½ pounds on show day

Roasters – two birds of same sex, 8-12 weeks of age (over 5 ½ pounds to 10 pounds on show day)

Exhibition Chickens

Large Fowl Breed Chicken Classes – May exhibit one cockerel, pullet, cock, hen, young pair, or old

pair. No entry can be duplicated per sub-class (same age, sex, and breed). Two entries are allowed

per breed category.

Breed Categories

a) American

b) Asiatic

c) Continental

d) English

e) Mediterranean

f) AOSB (All Other Standard Breed)

Sub-Class for each category

a) Cock – a male bird one year old or more day of show

b) Cockerel - a male bird less than one year old day of show

c) Hen - a female bird one year old or more day of show

d) Pullet – a female bird less than one year old day of show

e) Old Pair of cock and hen – pair of male and female birds, same breed, and one year old or

more day of show

f) Young Pair of cockerel and pullet – pair of male and female birds, same breed, and less than

one year old day of show.

Bantam Breed Chicken Classes - May exhibit one cockerel, pullet, cock, hen, young pair, or old pair.

No entry can be duplicated per sub-class (same age, sex, and breed). Two entries are allowed per

breed category.

Breed Categories

a) SCCL (Single Comb Clean Leg)

b) RCCL (Rose Comb Clean Leg)

c) AOCCL (All Other Comb Clean Leg)

d) FL (Feather Leg)

e) OE (Old English Game)

f) Modern (Modern Game)

Sub-Class for each category

a) Cock - a male bird one year old or more day of show

b) Cockerel - a male bird less than one year old day of show

c) Hen - a female bird one year old or more day of show

d) Pullet - a female bird less than one year old day of show

e) Old Pair of cock and hen – pair of male and female birds, same breed, and one year old or

more day of show

f) Young Pair of cockerel and pullet – pair of male and female birds, same breed, and less than

one year old day of show.

A Grand and Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from champions and reserve champions in both

Bantam breed and Large Fowl breed classes.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: Youth will learn about developmental stages of infants, toddlers and young children.

State Fair: 4 entries per county; one per level.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered

with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more

than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an exhibit tag

provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Activities may be designed to be displayed on the floor, but please be considerate of space availability.

Each item is to be labeled with the 4-H member’s name, county and club so fair staff can keep all

components together if it needs to be moved after judging is complete.

Notebooks are to include the following:

• Identifications on the front showing 4-H member’s name, county, club, grade and year in

project.

• Title page naming the activity.

• Pages explaining how activity was developed and is to be used.

• Photographs showing how the activity was used along with assembly.

• Explanation of skills learned and any additional information to share with the reader.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities are permissible.

Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities are permissible.

Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities designed to help

develop physical, emotional or cognitive skills are permissible.

Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities designed to help

develop physical, emotional or cognitive skills are permissible.

CLOGGING: HEALTH

(County Only Project)

Exhibit Introduction: Exhibits will be entered into the following classes for judging: Beginner: grade 3-5;

Intermediate: grade 6-8; Advanced: grade 9-12.

All levels are required to show up for community judging and must be able to talk about their

project. See exception below.

All levels are required to demonstrate a few clogging steps that they learned throughout the year during

community judging. Youth

will

need to know things that were learned and list accomplishments achieved

throughout the year.

Exception: If clogger is unable to attend community judging, they must submit a MP4 Video, in form of

DVD, thumb drive, or weblink of themselves performing the steps that they have learned or their routine

and explaining the new things they have learned and listing their accomplishments.

1. For posters see general exhibit requirements.

2. For all choreographed routines,

clogger

must include a typed version

routine and include

drawings on graph paper so other cloggers can learn the

routine.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

BEGINNER GRADE 3-5 (Choose 1. Exhibit can’t be repeated)

1. A poster detailing what you learned and include diagrams of a step you learned or a scrapbook of

your experiences during the year (include pictures)

2. Design a shoe bag (or box) that can be used to carry your shoes to meetings or

practices.

3. Create and prepare a shoe repair kit to help repair a clogging shoe. Items may include but not

limited to nails, tools, and shoe

cleaner.

INTERMEDIATE GRADE 6-8 (Choose 1. Exhibit can’t be repeated)

1. Design a clogging costume that can be used during a performance. Include a dance top, skirt or

dance pants, and hair pieces. May use store bought clothing, but you must use creativity to add to

the original piece. Examples may be by adding sequins, fringe, or sewing an actual skirt or sewing

material onto an article of

clothing.

2. Choreograph a solo routine with a minimum of three clogging steps. Present the solo routine during

judging. Clogger must provide their

music.

3. Choreograph a duet routine with a minimum of four clogging steps. Present the duet routine during

judging. Clogger must provide their music.

ADVANCED GRADE 9-12 (Choose 1. Exhibit can’t be repeated)

1. Choreograph a small group clogging routine with a minimum of four clogging steps and must be

able to work with a minimum of five cloggers. Clogger must provide their music.

2. Choreograph a large group clogging routine with a minimum of six clogging steps and must be

able to work with a minimum of eight cloggers. Cloggers must provide their music.

3. Design a coordinating costume for a

boy

and girl that include dance top,

dance skirt, or dance

pants, and hair pieces. May use store bought clothing, but you must use creativity to add to the

original piece. Examples may be by adding sequins, fringe, or sewing an actual skirt or sewing

material onto an article of

clothing.

4. Create an educational poster, notebook or display about a clogging topic of choice that is

age/grade appropriate.

COLLECTIONS: COUNTY PROJECT

(County Only Project)

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on

a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

In this project you will research your subject of choice relating to your hobby. You can research your

findings on poster or in a notebook. You should select different subject matters within your choice each

year. All posters and notebooks must have sources listed.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Exhibit a representative sample of your collections in a box (not to exceed 18"x24"), on a poster, or in a

notebook. Be sure to attach labels to the items you display explaining them to the people who will see

your collection. (Remember these items will be on display to the public. Effort is made to watch them,

but, it is suggested that you NOT display extremely valuable items.)

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Exhibit a representative sample of your collections in a box (not to exceed 18"x24"), on a poster, or in a

notebook. Be sure to attach labels to the items you display explaining them to the people who will see

your collection. (Remember these items will be on display to the public. Effort is made to watch them,

but, it is suggested that you NOT display extremely valuable items.)

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Exhibit a representative sample of your collections in a box (not to exceed 18"x24"), on a poster, or in a

notebook. Be sure to attach labels to the items you display explaining them to the people who will see

your collection. (Remember these items will be on display to the public. Effort is made to watch them,

but, it is suggested that you NOT display extremely valuable items.)

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

COMMUNICATIONS ***REVISED***

Exhibit Introduction: The communications project teaches verbal and non-verbal communication and

presentation skills.

State Fair Entries:

Demonstration – 3 junior and 3 senior individuals, 3 junior and 3 senior teams per county.

Informative 4-H Presentation – 3 junior individuals, 3 senior individuals

Professional Persuasive Presentation – 3 junior and 3 senior individuals, 3 junior and 3 senior teams

per county

Public Speaking – 3 junior and 3 senior individuals per county.

Creative Writing – 3 exhibits per county, one per level.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Effective communications drives all aspects of day-to-day life. Youth are to learn about the process of

communication, to learn about different modes of communication and to strengthen their own

communication skills. As you explore the world of communication and the manuals, you will enjoy

learning more about yourself and others. Youth completing this project are expected to participate in a

variety of experiences allowing them to develop communication skills rather than create an exhibit to be

displayed at the county or state fair.

A series of 4-H manuals is available with activities designed to develop communication skills at a

specific grade level. Module 1 is for Beginner Level youth in grades 3-5. Module 2 is for Intermediate

Level youth in grades 6-8. Module 3 is for Advanced Level youth in grades 9-12. Suggested activities

to develop communication skills include:

• Complete an activity from the grade appropriate manual.

• Give a demonstration or presentation at a club meeting.

• Participate in a verbal communication event. See verbal communication section below.

• Submit a news release to local news media about a 4-H event or topic.

• Participate in a radio interview.

• Present information about 4-H to a civic organization or similar group.

• Participate in the Indiana 4-H Spread the News workshop (Grades 9-12).

• Participate as an actor in a community theater.

• Other activities that demonstrate communication skill development.

• Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS EVENTS

The following verbal communication events and activities are offered to 4-H members as a way to

teach presentation and public speaking skill development. They are often used in 4-H meetings, and a

county 4-H youth development program may choose to offer these as competitive events. The

demonstration, informative presentation, professional persuasive presentation and public speaking are

competitive events at Indiana State Fair.

The following apply to all state fair communication events:

• Members may use a PowerPoint, Prezi, or other digital presentation, signs, and other props

that will enhance their presentation when giving their how-to demonstration to the audience

from a stage or stage-like setting.

• If digital media will be used to enhance the presentation, contestants are encouraged to

provide their own laptop computer. If the laptop is not equipped with a standard HDMI external

video connection, the contestant will need to supply an appropriate adapter. While a standard

PC laptop will be available, the quality and compatibility of the digital media cannot be

guaranteed as PowerPoint will be the only digital media available at state fair.

• Live animals are not permitted at state fair.

• There is no interaction with the audience.

• Questions may be asked of the contestants by the judges following the presentation.

• Events that have a team category, it is for two (2) people and will be determined by the highest

grade level of any member of that team.

• The top three senior individuals, top junior individual, top senior team, and top junior team will

be recognized in Indiana State Fair Celebration of Champions.

Refer to the Indiana State Fair 4-H handbook for the date, time, and location of each event. Check with

your county extension educator for information about entering these events.

Demonstration

• All 4-H members are encouraged to present a demonstration at their club or county level.

• This contest allows the 4-H member to show the audience step-by-step procedures how-to-do

something related to any 4-H project.

• Examples of a demonstration include how to take a prize winning photograph, how to give an

intramuscular antibiotic injection or shot, how to design a mini-barn blueprint, how to construct

a garment, how to develop a wildlife rehabilitation plan, how to treat a cat for fleas, etc.

• Junior members (grades 3-8) have 5-7 minutes to present their demonstration, while senior

members (grades 9-12) will present their demonstration in 5-10 minutes.

• Categories will be Junior Individual, Senior Individual, Junior Team, and Senior Team.

Informative 4-H Presentation

• This contest allows the 4-H member to present a topic of their choice related to a 4-H event,

project, or activity to the audience.

• Examples of an informative 4-H presentation include the benefits of attending 4-H Round-Up,

State 4-H Junior Leader Conference, 4-H Academy, or Citizenship Washington Focus; the

impact of a community service project on the 4-H members involved and their community; why

a family should enroll their children in 4-H; how 4-H prepares a young person for the workforce

or college, etc.

• Junior members (grades 3-8) have 5-7 minutes to present their informative presentation, while

senior members (grades 9-12) will present their informative presentation in 5-10 minutes.

• Categories will be Junior Individual and Senior Individual.

Professional Persuasive Presentation

• Contestants will be required to research a public issue in their community, collect data showing

how this issue is or could affect their community, formulate a plan to address this issue, and

present it in a professional manner using electronic digital media such as PowerPoint, Prezi,

etc.

• Contestants are to submit two (2) sets of accompanying handouts at registration. These

handouts will be provided to the judges.

• It is suggested that youth practice by presenting their professional presentation to service

clubs, 4-H council or fair board, government officials, or other boards.

• Examples of public issues could be the lack of accessibility to trails or public parks, congested

traffic locations, public health issues, impoverished neighborhoods, school dropout rates, the

size of farm machinery outgrowing the size of roads, etc.

• Junior members (grades 3-8) will present in 5-7 minutes and senior members (grades 9-12)

will present their professional presentation in 5-10 minutes.

• Categories will be Junior Individual, Senior Individual, Junior Team and Senior Team.

Public Speaking

• This contest allows the 4-H member to give their prepared speech to an audience from a stage

or stage-like setting.

• Props, signs, and PowerPoint presentations are not permitted.

• The topic can be of the 4-H member’s choice.

• Junior members (grades 3-8) have 3-5 minutes to give their speech while senior members

(grades 9-12) will give their speech in 5-7 minutes.

CREATIVE WRITING

Exhibits for all years are due at Purdue Extension-Dubois County by last business day of June.

Please enter project into FairEntry by same date.

• This exhibit allows youth to express creativity while developing writing skills. Examples include

a story, autobiography, biography, journal entry, poetry, children’s story, skit or play, fiction in

verse, alternative history, song lyrics, movie script, creative nonfiction, and more. Writing must

be authored by the 4-H member and can be fiction or non-fiction.

• Exhibits are to be displayed in a notebook or binder appropriately labeled on the front with the

title, 4-H member’s name, grade in school, club and county. The notebook or binder is to

include a title page and authored work. While most creative writing exhibits will not require

research, a bibliography giving credit to sources is to be included with any research article.

• Work can be handwritten or typewritten.

• Illustrations or photos may be included to enhance the writing.

• Writing should not include excessive blood, gore, violence or sexual themes and must be

appropriate for all ages to read.

Creative Writing Exhibit Class Guidelines: All Levels - 4-H member can exhibit 1 or more projects of

their own design utilizing different techniques and project was completed in current year.

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create and exhibit age/grade appropriate item. While length or word count is not required, one-

page or 250 words is appropriate for most beginners.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create and exhibit age/grade appropriate item. While length or word count is not required, two-

page or 500 words is appropriate for most intermediate members.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create and exhibit age/grade appropriate item. While length or word count is not required, more

than three pages or more than 750 words is appropriate for most advanced members.

The Dubois County 4-H Council reserves the right to not display any exhibit that may be deemed

inappropriate for the fair-going audience.

COMPUTER SCIENCE (State Fair Exhibit) ***REVISED***

Exhibit Introduction: The 4-H computer science project is designed for youth to engage in an interactive

project to learn all levels of familiarity with computers. Exhibits for all years are due at Purdue

Extension-Dubois County by last business day of June. Please enter project into FairEntry by same

date.

State Fair Entries: 3 per county; one per level.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Exhibit Guidelines: There are three exhibit grade level divisions; Grades 3-5, Beginner; Grades 6-8,

Intermediate; and Grades 9-12, Advanced. Exhibits are to be skill appropriate for the member’s grade

level.

Youth enrolled in the computer project will select one of the below subject categories to study,

regardless of grade. Youth may choose to create an exhibit demonstrating skills learned during the

year. Check with your county Purdue Extension Office to determine if a computer will be available

during judging and if there will be an opportunity to explain your exhibit to the judge. Exhibits qualifying

for state fair are to be submitted on a thumb drive securely attached to a notebook/portfolio describing

accomplishments, skills learned, design ideas, budget, a summary of what was done, screenshots

showing the development and final project, etc. as the exhibitor will not be able to discuss their work

with a judge. Poster and display board exhibits are permissible. Posters are to be 22”x28” and

displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect

contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space.

Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue

Extension staff. Youth may continue in the same subject category in subsequent years expand on the

previous year’s topic, or choose a new topic. Subject categories are:

• Block Based Programming

• Text Based Programming

• Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship

• Computer Forensics

• Hardware and Networking Design/Install/Repair

• Graphic Design and Computer Art

• Robotics

Software submitted to be reviewed by a judge must be compatible on both PC and Mac platform. If

additional software other than Microsoft Office Suite is required to view the member’s work, that

software must be provided by the member and comply with all manufacturer copyright laws. Apps can

be Android or IOS compatible.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Programming, Block, and Text based Programming:

Youth can submit programming projects in a language of their choosing. Some popular choices include but

are not limited to:

• Block-based: Scratch, Code Studio, Alice, Etc.

• Text-based: Python, JavaScript, C/C++, C#, ASP.net, R, Go, Java, PHP, Perl, Ruby, etc.

Beginner – Grades 3-5 – Create a program using programming language of your choice. You should

comment your work and it must include at least ten different commands. Skills this program could use

are:

• Sequence

• Iteration

• Conditionals

• Variables

• Loops

• User input

• Any other similar skill

Intermediate Grades 6-8 – Create a program using programming language of your choice. You should

comment your work and it must include at least ten different commands. Skills this program could use

are:

• More robust demonstration of beginner

skills

• Commenting

• Correct syntax

• Lists

• Functions

• Algorithms

• Modularization

• Lists

• Any other similar skill

Advanced Grades 9-12 – Create a program using programming language of your choice. You should

comment your work and it must include at least ten different commands. Skills this program could use

are:

• More robust demonstration of

Intermediate Skills

• Parameters

• Recursion

• Interact with databases

• Classes

• Objects

• Methods

• Inheritance

• Integrate multiple languages into one

program

• Demonstrate utilization of a version

control system

• Any other similar skill

Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship

Beginner Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship – Grades 3-5 - Build a website demonstrating a

knowledge of:

• Use a website builder to create your website

• Insert non-stock image into your site

• Use a template to achieve a unified look

• Explain CSS in your documentation, what CSS is and why it’s important

• Must have at least two pages and include all items listed above

Intermediate Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship – Grades 6-8 - Build a website demonstrating

a knowledge of:

• Create your own site or use a website builder

• Modify existing HTML

• Use HTML5

• Modify existing CSS

• Have a unified theme throughout

• Use a photo editing software to create custom images

• Must have at least five pages and include all items listed above

Advanced Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship – Grades 9-12 - Build a website demonstrating a

knowledge of:

• Create a custom site using appropriate industry tools

• Have a responsive website

• Add useful and appropriate plugins

• Test for and eliminate bugs

• Include links for social media

• Include custom audio/video

• Must have at least ten pages and include all items listed above

Computer Forensics (id theft, online bullying, ethical use of technology, responsible social media use)

Beginner Computer Forensics – Grades 3-5 – Research and create a 3-5 minute presentation on one of

the following topics. Present to a group of peers and have an adult leader verify, create a YouTube or

MP4 instructional video, or printed slides and notes using PowerPoint or similar presentation software.

• Media Balance and Well Being

• Privacy and Security

• Digital Footprint and Identity

• Relationships and Communication

• Cyberbullying, Digital Drama and Hate Speech

• News and Media Literacy

• Any other similar topic

Intermediate Computer Forensics – Grades 6-8 – Research and create a 6-8 minute presentation on one

of the following topics. Present to a group of peers and have an adult leader verify, create a YouTube or

MP4 instructional video, or printed slides and notes using PowerPoint or similar presentation software.

• Digital Citizenship:

o Media Balance and Well Being

o Privacy and Security

o Digital Footprint and Identity

o Relationships and Communication

o Cyberbullying, Digital Drama and Hate Speech

o News and Media Literacy

• Cyber Security

o Ethics and Society

o Security Principles

o Classic Cryptography

o Malicious Software

o Physical Security

o Web Security

• Any other similar topic

Advanced Computer Forensics – Grades 9-12 – Research and create a 10-12 minute presentation on one

of the following topics. Present to a group of peers and have an adult leader verify, create a YouTube or

MP4 instructional video, or printed slides and notes using PowerPoint or similar presentation software.

• Digital Citizenship:

o Media Balance and Well Being

o Privacy and Security

o Digital Footprint and Identity

o Relationships and Communication

o Cyberbullying, Digital Drama and Hate Speech

o News and Media Literacy

• Cyber Security

o Ethics and Society

o Security Principles

o Classic Cryptography

o Malicious Software

o Physical Security

o Web Security

• Any other similar topic

Hardware and Networking Design/Install/Repair

Beginner – Grades 3-5 – Choose 1-2 items from the list and create a report/presentation (including

images) of what you did.

• Deconstruct and reconstruct a computer

• Learn and report how binary works and how computers use numbers

• Troubleshoot hardware problems

• Explore operating systems

• Investigate open source resources

• Install/upgrade operating systems

• Design a dream machine (give reasons)

• Any other similar design/install/repair

Intermediate – Grades 6-8 – Choose 1-2 items from the list and create a report/presentation (including

images) of what you did.

• Identify network hardware

• Design a computer network

• Explain Internet Protocol

• Explain different types of servers

• Use different protocols to communicate

• Add peripherals to a network

• Secure a networked computer

• Share applications simultaneously

• Setup a Raspberry Pi or other micro-controller

• Any other similar design/install/repair

Advanced – Grades 9-12 - Choose one or two items from the list ad create a report/presentation

(including images) of what you did.

• Design and implement a computer network

• Secure your network

• Understand technology needs in your community.

• Help to solve these needs by organizing a committee or team to work on identified issues.

• Teach a computer science class to younger 4-Hers.

• Build your dream computer

• Network multiple micro-controllers

• Research careers in technology

• Any other similar design/install/repair

Graphic Design and Computer Art

There are three divisions; Beginner (Grades 3-5), Intermediate (Grades 6-8) and Advanced (Grades 9-12).

Youth are to use a software program to create or design an item that requires graphic design or artistry.

The name of the software and version is to be included with the exhibit. Exhibits are to be age/grade

appropriate. Ideas include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Logo design

• T-shirt or apparel screen printing design

• Promotional brochure

• Marketing materials

• Computer generated art

• Computer altered photographs/images – Photographs taken by the 4-H member and altered by the

4-H member using a computer are to be entered in the Photography project as a

creative/experimental exhibit. Youth must obtain permission from the owner before altering

someone else’s photograph/image and include a copy of that permission with the exhibit to insure

there is no copyright violation.

Robotics

Suggested exhibits include, but are not limited to, a notebook including a printout of code with requirements

marked, a flowchart showing how the robot works, images of the robot being built and the final robot in

action, a video, a live demonstration, or other applicable exhibits including a poster.

Beginner – Grades 3-5

• Create a flowchart

• Build a robot

o Use block-based or text program to operate

 Sequential programs

 Events at beginning

o Use at least one basic sensor

• Model and demonstrate behaviors using a simulation environment (e.g. VEXcode VR

[https://vr.vex.com])

Intermediate – Grades 6-8

• Create a flowchart with

sub-routines

• Include at least two sensors in robot

• Use at least three events in code

• Create at least 2 loops in code

• Operation of robot should be smooth

Advanced – Grades 9-12 - Above guidelines plus:

• Use text-based language

• Use advanced logic including

o Multiple (three or more) events

o Multiple (three or more) loops

o At least three sub routines

o Special consideration if robot is not a kit

CONSTRUCTION TOYS: CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL REPLICA

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Exhibit Introduction: Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing

creativity when designing replicas.

State Fair Entries: 1 entry per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Exhibits can include town models, building replicas, or similar items and can

be constructed from building blocks (Lego), erector sets, or other materials. The product should be

constructed to scale as much as possible. Consider adding a clear cover to protect the exhibit while being

displayed to the public. Remember these items will be on display to the public. Effort is made to watch

them, but, it is suggested that you NOT display valuable or popular character items.

Exhibitors should be considerate of space. Exhibits too large to safely move or requiring lots of space

should be exhibited using photographs and a description of work in a notebook.

All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A. This information card is to

describe work completed so the judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are

for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

If an exhibitor is concerned about their creation being damaged while on display, they should consider

constructing a clear plastic cover to encase the exhibit.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested) - Create and exhibit on a sturdy base one age/grade appropriate

artistic scene or replica.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested) - Create and exhibit on a sturdy base one age/grade appropriate

artistic scene or replica.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested) - Create and exhibit on a sturdy base one age/grade appropriate

artistic scene or replica.

Members should construct a more advanced project each year.

CONSUMER CLOTHING (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: This project is designed to teach clothing selection, wardrobe planning, care of

clothing and personal grooming. Consumer Clothing will NOT be community judged. Members are to

provide front and back view pictures of themselves wearing the purchased item(s) in the notebook.

State Fair Entries: 3 notebooks per county, no clothing; one per level. 1 advanced level per county to

model in state fair fashion revue.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: The front of the notebook is to include the 4-H member’s name, county, club,

and level. Personal information such as phone number, mailing address, etc. should not be included in any

notebook documentation.

Youth will be expected to model their purchased outfit and accessories at the county level. Modeling at

state fair is limited to only the advanced level and will be judged separate from the notebook.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Complete one activity from each group in the manual and share your results or answers in a notebook,

labeling each activity. With help from a parent or mentor, purchase an item of clothing that you'll wear with

other clothes in your wardrobe. Examples might be slacks, blouse, jeans, shirt, sweater, or sweatshirt.

Choose an accessory to go with your purchase. Accessories could be shoes, sweatband, belt, jewelry,

socks or similar item.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Complete one activity from each group in the manual and share your results or answers in a notebook,

labeling each activity. Purchase and accessorize a casual or school outfit. Accessories may be purchased

or selected from what you currently have.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Complete one activity from each group in the manual, or similar activity of choice and share your results or

answers in a notebook, labeling each activity. If completing an activity not included in the manual, be sure

to include in your notebook an explanation describing how the activity was developed and intended

objectives. Purchase and accessorize an outfit of your choice. Accessories may be purchased or selected

from what you currently have.

Special note regarding Indiana State Fair – In addition to the advanced consumer clothing state fair entry

submitting their notebook for evaluation, the exhibitor will also be invited to model their purchased outfit in

fashion revue. The notebook and modeling will be judged independently and one will not have any

consideration for the other at state fair.

CROPS: COUNTY PROJECT

(County Only Project)

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Exhibits will be entered into the following classes for judging: Beginner: grade 3-5;

Intermediate: grade 6-8; Advanced: grade 9-12 All Levels - 4-H member can exhibit 1 or more utilizing

different topics and project was completed in current year.

Beginner (Grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an age/grade appropriate poster, notebook or display about crops including corn, hay, small

grains or soybeans.

Intermediate (Grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an age/grade appropriate poster, notebook or display about crops including corn, hay, small

grains or soybeans.

Advanced (Grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an age/grade appropriate poster, notebook or display about crops including corn, hay, small

grains or soybeans.

Hay Option (grades 3-12)

Some county 4-H programs offer the opportunity to exhibit one bale of hay in the grass, legume or

mixed hay categories. Bales will be cored and tested for nutritional and usage value. Moisture content

over 20% will be docked one ribbon grade.

DAIRY CATTLE ***REVISED***

Exhibit Introduction

a. Animals must be exhibited in the proper age class.

b. 4-H Cow Record sheets available at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/_docs/projects/dairy-cattle/4-h-

503-w.pdf can be filled out for the project for personal record.

c. Animal Education posters need to be turned in on check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn

any posters in at animal check in.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement. 4-H members are required to complete a quality assurance training. For details, please

see Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care on page 14.

Mini 4-H Class – Refer to Mini 4-H Class rules.

Classes –

Colored Breed

20901: Junior Division

Junior calf born March 1 or later

(at least 4 mos. old)

Fall Senior Calf born 12/1/23 to 2/28/24

Senior Calf born 9/1/23 to 11/30/23

Summer Jr. Yearling, born 6/1/23 to 8/31/23

Junior Yearling born 3/1/23 to 5/31/23

Intermediate Sr. Yearling born 12/1/22 to 2/28/23

Senior Yearling born 9/1/22 to 11/30/22

20902: Senior Division

209021: 2 yr. old cow not in milk born 9/1/21 to

8/31/22

2 yr. old cow in milk born 9/1/21 to 8/31/22

3 yr. old cow born 9/1/20 to 8/31/21

4 yr. old cow born 9/1/19 to 8/31/20

Aged cow born prior to 8/31/19

Holstein

20910: Junior Division

Junior calf born March 1 or later

(at least 4 mos. old)

Fall Senior Calf born 12/1/23 to 2/28/24

Senior Calf born 9/1/23 to 11/30/23

Summer Jr. Yearling, born 6/1/23 to 8/31/23

Junior Yearling born 3/1/23 to 5/31/23

Intermediate Sr. Yearling born 12/1/22 to 2/28/23

Senior Yearling born 9/1/22 to 11/30/22

20911: Senior Division

2 yr. old cow not in milk born 9/1/21 to 8/31/22

2 yr. old cow in milk born 9/1/21 to 8/31/22

3 yr. old cow born 9/1/20 to 8/31/21

4 yr. old cow born 9/1/19 to 8/31/20

Aged cow born prior to 8/31/19

Showmanship - Members compete by grade.

Junior - 3rd-4th graders

Intermediate - 5th-6th graders

Senior - 7th-9th graders

Master - 10

grade & Up

Supreme Dairy Showman – Contest will immediately follow show. Top two exhibitors from each

showmanship class will compete for this honor.

Sportsmanship Award – This award will be voted on by the exhibitors.

Dairy General Rules

1. Dairy animals do not have to be registered, but they must be purebred or of one breed. They must

have an 840 RFID official ear tag for Indiana Board of Animal Health and Indiana 4-H Exhibition

Requirements which may be obtained from Purdue Extension – Dubois County office.

2. Cows that are due to calve within 30 days prior to show will not be eligible to show.

3. Stall Selection - A draw for choice of where to tie dairy cattle at fair will be held prior to the fair.

Individuals may be drawn separately or families can have one draw. Number of pens needs to

match number of animals. Families put in can use one draw. Individuals not present at time of

drawing will take available space left. If you can't be there for drawing, have a representative there

for you at drawing. Absolutely no stall changes after set up night.

4. Equipment Placement - No show boxes, feed, bedding, etc. will be allowed between cattle in the

barn.

5. Dairy check in, show, and check out dates and times will be in 4-H newsletter and on the fair

schedule

6. Show numbers will be assigned at check-in to members and must be worn during show.

7. All first place animals not receiving Grand Champion and all second place animals are eligible for

Reserve Champion and/or Reserve Grand Champion.

8. Cattle must remain in stalls beginning at 5:30 p.m. each night of the 4-H fair. No animals will

be permitted to go out no earlier than 9:00 p.m. OR the conclusion of the evening show.

Whichever is later.

9. Lactating cattle may leave within two hours of the conclusion of the show or else stay until general

release time.

10. 4-H Dairy Species Committee - this group has the responsibility of bringing needs of species to the

4-H Council Livestock Committee, oversee check in at fair, oversee ID days, provide barn

chaperones as needed, provide volunteers to run the show, and livestock barn set up.

11. 4-H Council Livestock Committee – this group is the decision makers, review suggestions from

species committees, review concerns and grievances from livestock individuals, set livestock

dates, oversee and enforce rules, and procedures of the livestock program. 4-H Council

Livestock Committee also has the right to remove any animal during the week of the fair for

the health of the animal or for the safety of any person(s).

DOG (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: Levels by grade in school just completed as follows: Level 1 - grade 3-5; Level 2 -

grade 6-8; Level 3 - grade 9-12. All dog project exhibitors are required to attend a minimum of four

Paws and Pals 4-H Club meetings to learn requirements and course. Contact Leaders for more

information.

Manual: Member must turn in manual with a minimum of 2 activities completed and verified by helper

initials at dog check-in. MANUAL MUST BE SIGNED BY PAWS AND PALS CLUB LEADER.

Dog Poster: See Animal Education page 21. ALL POSTERS need to be turned in on check in day for the

exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn any posters in at animal check ins.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: All members need to complete Certificate of Completion of Indiana 4-H

Requirements for Exhibition of Dog. (Form 4-H-671-W) available at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-

H/_docs/projects/dog/dog-vaccination-form.pdf

Wolf-hybrid dogs cannot be shown in the 4-H Dog program.

1. Dog entries are to be at the fairgrounds one-half hour prior to the time of the Dog Show as stated in the

fair schedule.

2. Classes offered will run the same way as those to be offered at the State Fair Show.

3. Make sure your dog is groomed neatly and ready to perform.

4. Exhibitor must show certificate of vaccination showing dog has received appropriate vaccinations.

Vaccination Forms available at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/_docs/projects/dog/dog-

vaccination-form.pdf

OBEDIENCE CLASS EXERCISES available at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-

H/_docs/projects/dog/dog-obedience-class-exercises.pdf

AGILITY: (Limited to Dubois County 4-H Dog Club members)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The 4-H Dog Agility Program is based on guidelines from the United Kennel Club. Some modifications to

the UKC rules have been made to provide a program suitable for 4-H handlers of all ages.

1. Dogs showing in agility at the fair are required to have shown in obedience at the current fair,

and must be at least 1 year old on day of show. Dogs that have been disqualified in Obedience cannot

compete in Agility.

2. Agility section/classes will be entered as Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced and Excellent. Awards will

be granted by classification, regardless of dog size.

3. Each class will offer four (4) divisions based on the dog's height at the withers. Dogs 7 years and over

(Veterans) may jump one jump height lower than their actual height with the exception of the Toy Division.

* Division Toy - dogs up to and including 10" will jump 4" hurdles

* Division 1 - dogs over 10" and up to and including 14" will jump 8" hurdles.

* Division 2 - dogs over 14" through 20" will jump 14" hurdles.

* Division 3 - dogs over 20" will jump 20" hurdles.

The Pause Table will be at the hurdle height for each division.

4. All agility work will be done on a flat, buckle collar.

* Beginning level A must use a six (6)-foot lead.

* All other levels will be off lead at the fair.

* Collar tags will not be allowed.

5. Scoring will be based on UKC agility rules starting with 200 points and subtracting performance faults

based on a set course time. Time faults for course times exceeding the set time will be deducted by the

amount in seconds over the set time. Division 1 dogs and giant breeds (refer to UKC list) will have five (5)

seconds added to the set course time.

6. Agility regulations not covered by these terms and conditions will be based on the regulations of the

United Kennel Club Inc., 100 E. Kilgore Rd., Kalamazoo, MI 49002-5584, (616) 343-9020,

www.ukcdogs.com.

7 If a dog fouls in the ring during the walk through there will be a 10 point deduction in the agility score. If

a dog fouls in the ring during the scored run, it will be disqualified immediately.

8. It is highly recommended that agility participants wear athletic shoes for competition.

UKC agility rules: www.ukcdogs.com

Class Description

The program offers four (4) levels of competition - Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced and Excellent. The

level of competition will be determined by the handler and their county leader based on the dog's ability and

training.

Agility Classes

Beginning

Class 1 - Beginning A Neither 4-H member nor dog have previously participated in Agility. 4-Her's must

use 6' leash (Not Repeatable)

Class 2 - Beginning B 4-H member or dog has participated in Agility before, either with the current

dog/handler, or a different dog/handler. Exercises must be off leash. Dog should repeat Beginning B until

they can perform intermediate level work.

Intermediate (must be off leash)

Class 3 - Intermediate A 4-H member has not previously participated in Intermediate Agility. (Not

Repeatable)

Class 4 - Intermediate B 4-H member has participated in Intermediate Agility before, either with the

current dog, or a different dog. This Intermediate B class should be repeated until the dog can perform

advanced level work.

Advanced (must be off leash)

Class 5 - Advanced A 4-H member has not previously participated in Advanced Agility. (Not Repeatable)

Class 6 - Advanced B 4-H member has participated in Advanced Agility before, either with the current

dog, or a different dog. This class may be repeated.

Excellence (must be off leash)

Class 7 - Excellence A 4-H member has not previously participated in Excellence Agility. (Not

Repeatable)

Class 8 - Excellence B 4-H member has participated in Excellence Agility before, either with the current

dog, or a different dog. (May be repeated)

DRAWING: FINE ARTS ***REVISED***

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Exhibit Introduction: Exhibit ready for hanging or display. Use strong hanger or provide stand. Any

drawing medium may be used. There may be 2 exhibits chosen from any combination of drawing and

painting selected for Indiana State Fair.

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: All Levels - 4-H member can exhibit 1 or more projects of their own design

utilizing different techniques/different mediums and project was completed in current year.

Exhibits will be entered into the following classes for judging: Beginner: Grade 3-5; Intermediate: Grade

6-8; Advanced: Grade 9-12. Each year should be more advanced than the previous year. All exhibits

must be displayed in frame or finished form and prepared for hanging. Canvas art on a wooden frame

is considered prepared for hanging provided that frame has a hanger.

The following mediums may be used:

a) Charcoal

b) Pastels

c) Pencil

d) Ink.

Projects will be judged on creativity, neatness, originality, and overall presentation of project.

ELECTRIC ***REVISED*** (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction - The 4-H electricity and electronics program provides youth with educational

information about electricity and how it can be used to benefit the human race.

State Fair Entries - 5 electric exhibits per county, one per level; 1 electronic exhibit per county, level 5

Transportation of extra-large projects must be arranged for by 4-H member.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to

sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right-hand

corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Youth are encouraged to complete the activities as instructed in the manual or found on the 4-H

electric web page.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

It is recommended that a note be attached to the exhibit, explaining what was done, why, and the

intended use of the item.

Exhibit Guidelines:

Electric Level 1 (1

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H

program year. It must demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to

be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A

completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills

sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Circuit board – 6” by 6” of Series/Parallel Circuit

• Electromagnet

• Galvanometer

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Electricity

Excitement Book 1 or Investigating Electricity Book 2, Purdue Extension website Level 1

activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart. Refer to the

Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to determine expected items to be included.

Electric Level 2 (2

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program

year. It must demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained”

items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A completed copy of

the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging

purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Magnetic Powered Shake Flashlight – with optional display

• Circuit board – 6” by 6” of Series/Parallel Circuit (with modifications if exhibited in Level 1)

• Electromagnet

• Galvanometer

• Electric Motor

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Electricity

Excitement Book 1 or Investigating Electricity Book 2, Purdue Extension website Level 2

activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart. Refer to the

Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to determine expected items to be included.

Electric Level 3 (3

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program

year. It must demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be

Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A completed

copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills sheets are for

judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Wiring Project – (ie. extension cord, trouble light, wire sizes and uses, plug configurations, test

equipment, replace cord/cord end on a tool or piece of equipment, etc.)

• Electrical tool and supply kit

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Wired for

Power Book 3, Purdue Extension website Level 3 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate

level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to

determine expected items to be included.

Electric Level 4 (4

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H

program year. It must demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to

be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A

completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills

sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Wiring – Wire a lamp. The lamp can be a re-wired lamp or one that is built new.

• Electrical tool and supply kit

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Wired for

Power Book 3, Purdue Extension website Level 4 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate

level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to

determine expected items to be included.

Electric Level 5 (5

year or more in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H

program year that demonstrates a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be

Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A

completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills

sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Equipment Wiring – including but not limited to: parts identification, appliance repair, lamps and

other lighting, equipment wiring, control system, security system, topic that covers safety,

motors/generators, electric heating, heat pumps, AC, water heaters, and other electric equipment.

• Home Wiring – included by not limited to any circuits found in the wiring of a house or “barn”,

service entrance, switching, receptacles, generator transfer circuit, safety, electrical math, and

others.

• Electronic Equipment – Any project or kit containing transistors or integrated circuits or vacuum

tubes such as radio, TV, computer, robot, cell phone, and others.

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Entering

Electronics, Purdue Extension website Level 5 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate

level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to

determine expected items to be included.

• Video Presentation - Create a video showing the work accomplished and skills learned. This video

should include the same type of information as required in written notebook listed above. This

video is to be no more than ten minutes in length and formatted as MP4 and submitted on a thumb

drive. This video can also be uploaded to a YouTube account with the video being made public and

the link submitted for evaluation.

ENTOMOLOGY (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction - This project will help you study insects and their relationship with people. You can

also learn how to collect, preserve, and identify insects.

State Fair Entries: 3 collection exhibits per county, one per level; 3 educational exhibits per county, one

per level

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Educational Exhibit Guidelines:

Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered

with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no

more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Monarch Butterfly Statement:

Q: Many have noticed the decrease in number of Monarch butterflies both in Indiana and throughout

the country and wonder if and how Entomology at Purdue is responding. Are 4-H and youth still

required to catch these endangered insects for their collection boxes?

A: Monarch butterflies are now officially on the threatened species list. While we know that collecting

Monarch butterflies for 4-H collections or displays does not constitute a significant risk to their

population when compared to the effects of climate change, pesticide contamination and habitat loss,

capitalizing on this opportunity to discuss their decline is an excellent way to bring public focus to this

important issue. We want our youth (and all IN citizens) to recognize the Monarch butterfly,

understand its biology and be empathetic to its conservation.

Therefore, we have instituted the following update to our youth and 4-H Entomology programs.

Effective Immediately, we no longer encourage students to ‘collect’ Monarch butterflies for exhibits.,

displays or 4-H insect collections. But rather than simply removing the Monarch butterfly from the list

of 150 insects that 4-H students are to recognize, we want to highlight is so that students really do

learn to recognize them and understand their peril. After all, the more we are familiar with this

species, the more apt we will be to assist and support the conservation of this iconic species.

Link to a recent article from our Department pertaining to Monarch butterflies

(https://www.purduelandscapereport.org/article/where-have-all-the-monarch-butterflies-gone/)

Spotted Lanternfly Statement:

Q: Are there any new changes to rules or directions for the 4-H or FFA youth projects or competitions

that students and coaches should look for?

A: To keep the youth Career Development (CDE judging) and 4-H collection projects current, it is

important to occasionally add new insects to the list. Due to the invasion of a serious new insect pest

throughout the Midwest called the Spotted Lanternfly, we have added it to the list of insects found in

the “How to Make an Awesome insect Collection and (ID-401) and Who Let the Bugs Out (ID-402)

extension resources. Please be aware that students are now expected to identify and understand its

biology and behavior as well as its potential impact in Agriculture.

Indiana 4-H Youth Development partners with Purdue University academic departments to develop 4-H project guidelines. The Monarch

butterfly and Spotted Lanternfly statements are provided by Dr. Timothy J. Gibb Department of Entomology.

Collection Exhibit Guidelines:

Collections are to include the following:

• Title as Insect Collection year in Entomology

• Order – refer to ID-401, page 57.

• Display – mounted insects are to have been legally and personally collected in the United

States and displayed in an 18”x24” collection box displayed horizontally. Collections including

multiple boxes are to be numbered 1 of 3, etc. ID 401 A-F cards (for grades 3-8) and 401-I

cards (for grades 9 - 12) are to be placed

inside the display box in an attractive manner.

• Identification – Collection display boxes are expected to contain the specified number of

insects, families, and

orders specified (see chart below). All insects must be in the adult stage and be properly

mounted on insect pins or be contained in vials as directed.

• Pin Labels - Each pin or vial must contain two labels:

1) Top label is to include collection date, location, and collector name.

2) Bottom label is to include common name and other optional identification data.

• Box Labels – Box labels (computer generated or neatly printed) are used for orders and

families as required (see chart below) and are to be placed flat against the bottom of the box.

Insects must be properly grouped directly under the correct order and family label. For

example, all insects belonging to a particular order must be placed under that order label.

Orders to be used are listed in the reference book ID- 401. If family level identification is

required, the insects should be further grouped together under the correct family label.

• Educational Box – One additional box (educational), based on the specific theme (see chart

below), is required for grades 9-12, in addition to the insect collection boxes. This box can be

created in any manner chosen (without the mounting, pinning or identifying restrictions

specified above).

Judges evaluating collection exhibits should judge based on educational content, scientific accuracy, eye

appeal and creativity.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (1

– 3

Year in Entomology)

Create a collection based on the year in Entomology or an educational exhibit.

Year in Entomology

Collection Information

Total Boxes

year

10 insects, identified and pinned on cards (ID401A)

year

20 insects, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by

common name and identify five (5) to order. Include card ID

(401B)

year

30 insects, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by

common name and identify 15 to order. Include ID 401C.

Intermediate (4

– 6

Year in Entomology)

Create a collection based on the year in Entomology or an educational exhibit.

Year in Entomology

Collection Information

Total Boxes

year

40 insects, exhibit a minimum of 6 orders, mounted (pins or

vials). Identify all insects by common name and order.

Include ID401D.

year

50 insects, exhibit a minimum of 8 orders, mounted (pins or

vials). Identify all insects by common name and identify ten

(10) to family. Include card ID 401E.

year

60 insects, exhibit a minimum of 10 orders, mounted (pins or

vials). Identify all insects by common name and order.

Identify 30 to family. Include ID 401F.

Advanced (7

– 10

Year in Entomology)

Create a collection based on the year in Entomology or an educational exhibit. Advanced level insect

collections are to also include an education box, for a total of four boxes. Advanced level youth may

instead create an independent study topic of choice.

Year in Entomology

Collection Information

Total Boxes

year

70 insects, exhibit a minimum of 12 orders, mounted (pins or

vials). Identify all insects by common name, order, and

family. One educational box, theme: insect behavior. Include

ID401D. (1-3 collection boxes plus 1 educational box*). Place

ID 401I in first collection box only.

Card ID 401I download

year

80 insects, exhibit a minimum of 14 orders, mounted (pins or

vials). Identify all insects by common name, order, and

family. One educational box, theme: insect pest

management. Include card ID 401I. (1-3 collection boxes plus

1 educational box*) Place ID 401I in first collection box only.

Card 401I download

year

90 insects, exhibit a minimum of 16 orders, mounted (pins or

vials). Identify all insects by common name, order, and

Year in Entomology

Collection Information

Total Boxes

family. One educational box, theme: insects in the

environment. Include card ID 401I. (1-3 collection boxes plus

1 educational box*) Place ID 401I in first collection box only.

Card 401I download

year

100 insects, exhibit a minimum of 18 orders, mounted (pins

or vials). Identify all insects by common name, order, and

family. One educational box, theme: benefits of insects.

Include card ID 401I. (1-3 collection boxes plus 1 educational

box*) Place ID 401I in first collection box only.

Card 401I download

EXHIBITION WATERFOWL ***REVISED***

Animal Quality Assurance Training – See Indiana 4-H Livestock Quality Care on page 14

Check In, Show, and Check Out Dates and Times

Small animals check in, show, and check out dates and times will be in 4-H newsletter and on the

fair schedule.

a. Any animal not checked in at the appropriate time will not be allowed to exhibit at this

year’s fair. Any poster not checked in during this time will be exhibition only.

b. Exhibitors are required to tear down their own pens and clean up surrounding area.

The appropriate specie committee will dispose of any small animal not claimed by its owner by close

of animal release at the end of fair. The exhibitor of any animal disposed of by the committee will be

billed for all costs, including time spent by the committee, involved with disposal of the exhibit.

Small Animal Building Hours

Please check with Small Animal Building Committee for Sunday “Care of Animal” building hours.

The small animal building will be open Monday through Friday of fair week from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm for

care of the animals and viewing by the public. Failure to care for your animals will not result in the

building being opened at any other time.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement. 4-H members are required to complete a quality assurance training. For details, please

see Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care on page 14.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Each exhibitor must furnish their own feed and water equipment. 4-Hers who do not care for their

poultry and clean pens will not receive premium money. Turkeys should have bedding and metal or

plastic feeders which should be wired to the cage. The committee will collect any eggs laid during the

4-H Fair.

NPIP Testing: Chicken and Turkey exhibitor must turn in their NPIP affidavit of health when entering

poultry for exhibit. Waterfowl is exempt from this requirement. Birds requiring tests can schedule

appointments at the Heeke ADDL lab near Dubois, IN at ph. 812-678-3401 or do local testing through

poultry committee member Kyle Stenftenagel 812-639-3587.

Poultry Poster or Science Display Exhibit Requirements: See Animal Education page 21. ALL

POSTERS need to be turned in on check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn any posters in

at animal check ins.

DUCKS

Number of Animals Exhibited: All 4-H Exhibitors may exhibit one duck per class as long as the following

is true:

1. Exhibitor is enrolled and active in 4-H Online by May 15

2. Exhibitor has completed an animal quality assurance training. For details please See Indiana

4-H Livestock Quality Care on page 14.

This means for the exhibitor can bring up to 4 entries in the duck category (one for each class)

Duck Classes – May exhibit one drake (male) or duck (female) per breed.

a) Heavy Weight Ducks – Includes breeds of Pekin, Aylesbury, Rouen, Muscovy, Silver

Appleyeard, Saxony, Any Other Variety

b) Medium Weight Ducks – Includes breeds of Cayuga, Crested, Blue Swedish, Buff, Any

Other Variety

c) Light Weight Ducks – Includes breeds of Runner, Campbell, Magpie, Welsh Harlequin,

Any Other Variety

d) Bantam Ducks – Calls, East India, Mallard, Any Other Variety

GEESE

Number of Animals Exhibited: All 4-H Exhibitors may exhibit one goose per class as long as the

following is true:

1. Exhibitor is enrolled and active in 4-H Online by May 15

2. Exhibitor has completed an animal quality assurance training. For details, please See Indiana

4-H Livestock Quality Care on page 14.

This means for the exhibitor can bring up to 3 entries in the geese category (one for each class)

Geese Classes – May exhibit one gander (male) or goose (female) per breed.

a) Heavy Weight Geese – Includes breeds of Toulouse, Embden, African,

b) Medium Weight Geese – Includes breeds of Sebastopol, Pilgrim, Buff, Pomeranian

c) Light Weight Geese– Includes breeds of Brown China, White China, Tufted Roman,

Canada, Egyptian

Mini 4-H Showmanship – See Mini 4-H Rules

Poultry Showmanship - ***NEW***– Members compete by grade. Members must show their own

animal (Only exception is if 4-H member does not have an animal on the premises).

Junior - 3rd-5th graders

Intermediate - 6th-8th graders

Senior - 9th-12th graders

A Grand and Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from champions and reserve champions from

both Duck and Geese classes as the Grand and Reserve Grand Overall Exhibition Waterfowl.

FARM SCENE: CONSTRUCTION & ARCHITECTURAL REPLICA

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Exhibit Introduction: Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing

creativity when designing replicas.

State Fair Entries: 1 entry per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Members are to create realistic toy dioramas from custom-built or

manufactured farm toys. In all levels the member must use the same scale throughout the display, i.e.

1/64, 1/32, or 1/16 scale toys. Remember these items will be on display to the public. Effort is made to

watch them, but, it is suggested that you NOT display valuable items. Consider adding a clear cover to

protect the exhibit while being displayed to the public.

Exhibitors should be considerate of space. Exhibits too large to safely move or requiring lots of space

should be exhibited using photographs and a description of work in a notebook.

All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A. This information card is

to describe work completed so the judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information

cards are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

If an exhibitor is concerned about their creation being damaged while on display, they should consider

constructing a clear plastic cover to encase the exhibit.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Display using base size 24” x 48” and constructed of rigid wood, such as plywood as the foundation

board. The board may be flat or contoured. Items must not exceed edges of the base. Exhibit can be

created to replicate a farm stead, farm tillage, or agricultural scene (livestock auctions, farm auctions,

implement dealerships, agricultural educational events, agricultural field events, etc.) Each year exhibit

should be more advanced than the previous year.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.

FASHION REVUE (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: This project teaches youth skills to present themselves in a professional manner by

providing an opportunity for youth to model the outfit constructed in the 4-H sewing project. Judging will be

community style on Friday evening prior to fair week.

State Fair Entries: 6 senior exhibits per county with no more than two exhibits per category. An exhibitor

may participate in only one senior fashion revue category at state fair

Note – State fair fashion revue grand champion will be selected from the six senior sewing category

champions modeling their sewn garment or outfit plus the advanced consumer clothing champion modeling

their purchased outfit.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: All garments and outfits modeled in Fashion Revue, except consumer clothing

entries, must have been constructed by the 4-H member modeling that same garment or outfit. Youth

qualifying to exhibit the same garment or outfit in Indiana State Fair Sewing and Fashion Revue must

choose which project they wish to participate as one cannot exhibit the same garment or outfit in both

projects at state fair.

DEFINITION OF AN OUTFIT: An outfit is a garment or garments that when put together make a

complete look - such as one or two piece dress, or one or two piece pant suit, or a three piece

combination, such as pants, vest, and blouse or shirt.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Junior (grades 3-7 suggested)

Model the garment or outfit constructed for the sewing project. Accessories may be purchased or selected

from what you currently have.

Senior Categories (grades 8-12 suggested)

Informal or Casual Wear: A complete outfit of 1 or 2 pieces suitable for school, weekend, or casual,

informal activities. In this category, a complete outfit is defined as a garment or garments that when put

together make a complete look - such as one or two piece dress, or one or two piece pant suit, or a

combination, such as pants, vest, blouse or shirt.

Dress Up: This is suitable for special, church, or social occasions that are not considered to be formal.

It may be an outfit of one or more pieces with or without its own costume coat or jacket (lined or unlined).

This is not an outfit that would be worn to school, weekend, or casual, informal activities.

Free Choice: A complete outfit comprised of garments that do not fit in the other classifications. A

complete outfit is defined as a garment or garments that when put together make a complete look -

such as one or two piece dress, or one or two piece pant suit, or a three piece combination, such

as pants, vest, and blouse or shirt. Individual garment examples include: tennis wear, swim wear,

athletic or sportswear, lounge wear, riding habits, historic, dance, theatrical, or international

costumes, capes, and unlined coats.

Suit or Coat: The suit consists of two pieces including a skirt or pants and its own lined jacket. It is not

a dress with jacket as in "dress up wear". The coat is a separate lined coat. It will be judged separately

as a coat with its own accessories.

Separates: Consists of three garments that must be worn as a coordinated complete outfit. In

this category, a complete outfit is defined as a garment or garments that when put together make

a complete look - three piece combination, such as pants, vest, and blouse or shirt. Each piece

should be versatile enough to be worn with other garments.

Formal Wear: This outfit may be one or more pieces suitable for any formal occasion, such as proms,

weddings, and formal evening functions.

FLORICULTURE (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: Youth will learn basic information and skills needed to grow healthy plants and

flowers as well as floral design techniques. Judging will be community style on Friday evening prior to fair

week. Planters must have drainage and provide for water retention even on hanging baskets. (I.e. have a

saucer under pot)

State Fair Entries: 8 floral exhibits per county, 2 per level; 4 educational exhibits per county, 1 per level

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered

with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no

more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Floral arrangements can be constructed using fresh flowers and greenery grown yourself or

purchased, flowers and greenery dried yourself or purchased, or artificial flowers or greenery.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Level A (Grade 3-4 suggested)

Floral Option - Create a simple bud vase (1-3 stems of main flower plus appropriate filler and/or

greenery) or simple round arrangement (small, compact round cluster of flowers plus appropriate filler

and/or greenery).

Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:

1. Chronicle your work in your flower garden (planning, planting, care, harvest,

arrangement made with your flowers)

2. Describe how you planned or designed your garden, including how you chose the

kinds of flowers.

3. Explain how you harvested your flowers, cared for them, and used them in an

arrangement.

4. Explore and explain: pollination - what it is, why important, different ways it occurs or

transplanting - what, how, things to watch out for; or role of insects with flowers (good,

bad or both).

5. Explore and explain seed germination.

6. Explore and explain how to care for a 'sick' plant.

7. Report on interview with a floriculture professional (what do they do, types of jobs, type

of training, hours worked, etc.)

8. Describe an experiment you did and the results.

9. Describe a community service project you did related to your flowers project.

10. Another similar activity.

Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)

Floral Option – Create a mixed planter that includes 3 or more kinds of plants, make an item from dried

plants, or display a house plant (flowering or non-flowering) you’ve grown.

Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:

1. Report how you harvested your flowers and/or herbs, cared for them, dried them, and

used them.

2. Explore and explain: insects and your flowers and/or herbs.

3. Explore and explain: starting seeds indoors -- the process and pros and cons.

4. Explore and explain: perennials -- what are they, how are they used, benefits or

drawbacks.

5. Investigate and describe a butterfly garden -- what types of plants, benefits to insects

and butterflies, etc.

6. Describe how you planned or designed your garden, including how you chose the

kinds of plants, any problems, successes.

7. Describe your houseplant - how you cared for, transplanted to larger pot, any

problems, or successes.

8. Explore and explain: plant biology -- form and function, growth, photosynthesis, etc.

9. Explore and explain: how to grow plants indoors -- things to consider, common

problems and solutions.

10. Explore and explain: environmental effects related to plants (such as light, water, soil,

or temperature).

11. Describe an experiment you did and the results.

12. Explore and explain topics from "Imagine That" -- plants around the world, information

about different cultural uses of plants, different ways you used your

plants/herbs/flowers.

13. Another similar activity.

Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)

Floral Option – Create a terrarium, combination or European planter (3 or more kinds of plants),

corsage, boutonniere, or specialty arrangement in a container (using dried flowers, roses, or lilies as the

primary content).

Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:

1. Explore and explain: vegetative propagation -- how to, different types, problems and

solutions, different uses of.

2. Explore and explain: plant nutrients -- what are they, why does the plant need them,

what happens if the plant has too much or too little, planters or containers vs. garden.

3. Investigate the design of multiple plant containers -- how to, things to considers,

selecting plant materials, uses of.

4. Describe how you created your corsage or boutonnieres; or dried arrangement. Be

sure to include appropriate information on design principles and how they are used to

create your arrangement.

5. Explore and explain: floral tools and materials (how to use, what they are, care of

tools, different uses of a tool or material).

6. Explore and explain: preserving cut flowers -- how, problems, uses of and/or diseases

related to cut flowers.

7. Illustrate, explore and explain how you dry flowers or other plant materials and/or

describe different methods and/or how, why use them.

8. Explore and explain: medicinal uses and toxicity of fresh and dried flowers and plants.

9. Describe an experiment you did and the results.

10. Describe a career exploration activity you did, such as job shadow, interview with a

professional.

11. Describe a community service activity you did related to your flowers project -- what

you did, why, results, etc.

12. Another similar activity.

Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)

Floral Option – Create a seasonal arrangement, modern or contemporary arrangement, bridal bouquet,

special occasion centerpiece, or plant you have propagated and grown yourself.

Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:

1. Describe how you created your arrangement, include information on the design

principles utilized.

2. Explore and explain how you utilize different flowers to make a similar style

arrangement for different seasons (tulips in spring, mums in fall, etc.) or how to utilize

similar flowers to make different styles of arrangements.

3. Explore and explain: the cost of arrangement and/or a cost comparison with flowers

(different types flowers, different time year, etc.).

4. Explore and explain: forcing flowers (bulbs, branches, etc.).

5. Explore and explain: marketing in the floral industry (large or small business) and/ or a

market survey and results, and how they can benefit the floral industry.

6. Explore and explain: how to start a business related to the floral industry and may

include a business plan.

7. Explore and explain the origins of flowers and/or the floriculture industry around the

world.

8. Explore and explain: tissue culture, biotechnology, or traditional breeding of new flower

types -- what are they, how are they used, pros and cons.

9. Explore and explain: be a plant detective -- what kinds of problems might you have in

growing and caring for flowers, and how to solve.

10. Describe an experiment you did and the results.

11. Describe a community service activity you did related to your flowers project: how,

why, results.

12. Another similar activity.

FOODS, BAKED (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction – The foods project teaches basic baking, preservation, and nutrition education skills.

Judging will be community style on Friday evening prior to fair week.

State Fair Entries: 2 Level A entries, 2 Level B entries, 3 Level C entries, 3 Level D entries.

Perishable baked exhibits entered for state fair competition will not be displayed and instead will be

donated to central Indiana homeless shelter.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Requirements page 12 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered

with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no

more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right-hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (revised 10/2022):

For Food Competitions: Fillings, frostings, glazes, and meringues are not permitted to contain

cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, or whipped cream if they are not fully cooked/baked.

These items are allowed as ingredients in food products IF the final product is cooked/baked.

Additionally, raw milk, raw milk products or uncooked eggs/egg whites are not permitted. Eggs/egg

whites that have been cooked to 160°F (i.e. pasteurized or included as part of a batter and baked)

are acceptable. No home-canned fruits, vegetables, or meats are permitted as ingredients in food

products.

Foods should be transported to the competition in a way that minimizes contamination and maintains

the quality of the food (i.e. foods that are judged as frozen should remain frozen at all times).

Recipes must be provided that identifies all ingredients that were used in each part of the product.

Any ingredient that could be a potential allergen must be clearly identified. Each food product must

be labeled with the following information:

• Name

• Address (4-H member information can be taken from enrollment if needed)

• Contact information (phone and/or email address; 4-H member information can be taken from

enrollment if needed)

• Date the food product was made

Contestants should carefully wash their hands and make sure that their hands do not have any open

cuts before preparing foods. If cuts are present, the wound should be bandaged and a single use

food service glove worn on the hand during all stages of food production. Contestants should not be

preparing food exhibits for competition within 48 hours of recovering from any illness. People

experiencing symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and/or jaundice should not be allowed to

prepare food.

Judges and individuals who will consume products from county and/or state competitions should be

informed that they are at risk for foodborne illness since the established policy cannot guarantee that

an entry has been properly prepared or handled before, during or following the competition. The food

products for competitions are home produced and processed and the production area is not

inspected by the Indiana Department of Health. Tasting of a food product is solely at the discretion of

the judge and consumers. Judges are NOT to taste any home preserved foods such as low-acid or

acidified foods like green beans, tomatoes or tomato products, jams/jellies/fruit preserves or

fermented products produced in the home.

Baked food products may be from a boxed mix following the instructions, a boxed mix with added

ingredients, or ingredients combined from scratch. Youth are to place their name, county and club on

the bottom side of their plate, pan or other container and the official entry tag provided will be placed

with the exhibit.

A completed recipe card is to be submitted with each exhibit. Recipe cards are for judging purposes

only and will not be returned to the exhibitor. Laminating, wrapping the recipe card in plastic, or

placing it in a clear plastic bag is optional. Since it is illegal in the State of Indiana for youth under the

age of 21 to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages, 4-H members are to use recipes that do not

include an alcoholic beverage as an ingredient. A suitable non-alcoholic or imitation product may be

substituted.

Baked food products should be covered during transport and displayed on a paper or foam plate, or

another type of disposable container. Pies, casseroles and other similar items are to be baked in a

disposable pan. Cakes and sticky items may be displayed on a cardboard strong enough to support

the item and covered in foil, plastic, wax paper, or similar substance.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)

Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested

a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state

fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

• Three uniced snack sized cookies.

• Three standard sized unlined muffins.

• Three standard sized unlined muffins containing an ingredient that is a source of Vitamin A

or C.

• Three snack sized granola bars.

• Three snack sized brownies or blondies.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice

that is age/grade appropriate.

• Any other similar baked item.

Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)

Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested

a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state

fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

• A single layer cake without frosting.

• A single layer reduced-fat cake without frosting. Reduce the amount of fat in the recipe

by using a fruit puree or baby food fruit product that does not contain yogurt.

• A standard loaf-sized quick bread.

• A standard loaf-sized quick bread containing an ingredient that is a source of Vitamin

A or C.

• A coffee-cake.

• A coffee-cake containing an ingredient that is a source of Vitamin A or C.

• Three biscuits or scones that are plain, sweet or savory.

• Three biscuits or scones that are plain, sweet or savory using a whole grain flour

mixture.

• Three biscuits or scones that are plain, sweet or savory containing an ingredient that

is a source of Vitamin A or C.

• Three no-yeast, any shape pretzels (shaped, stick or nugget).

• Three no-yeast, any shape pretzel with a whole grain flour mixture (shaped, stick or

nugget).

• Three no-yeast breadsticks.

• Three no-yeast cinnamon rolls or other flavored roll without icing or glaze.

• A no-yeast sweet bread without icing or glaze.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice

that is age/grade appropriate.

• Any other similar baked item.

Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)

Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested

a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state

fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

• Three yeast bread sticks or yeast rolls (any shape, medium size – not a sweet roll)

• Three (3) yeast bread sticks or yeast rolls (any shape, medium size - not a sweet roll),

using a whole grain flour mixture. Participants are expected to learn how to knead

bread dough by hand and allow it to rise appropriately. It is NOT acceptable to use a

home bread maker.

• A yeast bread loaf or braid. Participants are expected to learn how to knead bread

dough by hand and allow it to rise appropriately. It is NOT acceptable to use a home

bread maker.

• A yeast bread (can be loaf, braid) using a whole grain flour mixture such as whole

wheat, rye, oat bran, etc. Participants are expected to learn how to knead bread

dough by hand and allow it to rise appropriately. It is NOT acceptable to use a home

bread maker.

• Homemade pizza using a yeast dough. Judges are not expecting this item to be

presented hot out of the oven.

• One package of an, invented healthy snack (such as a granola bar, popcorn snack,

trail mix, etc.). Your snack must include at least 2 food groups from MyPlate. Exhibit

must include your snack product and a separate folder containing a marketing plan

with product name, recipe, how it will be packaged, a package design, where it will be

sold and suggested selling price. Style your snack for a photo shoot and include the

picture in your marketing plan. Label should include product name, date, quantity, and

serving size.

• Prepare an entrée casserole that meets three MyPlate requirements for a meal. Use

care when transporting to prevent spoilage. Judges are not expecting this casserole to

be presented hot out of the oven.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice

that is age/grade appropriate.

• Any similar baked item.

Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)

Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested

a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state

fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

• A single or double crust baked fruit pie (no graham cracker crust). (Note: Custards,

cream, cream cheese frosting and fillings, and raw egg white frosting are not

acceptable in an exhibit because they are highly perishable when left at room

temperatures.)

• A baked food product for a catered meal or special event in which organizers have

requested low fat and/or reduced sugar items. Exhibit will include your food product

and a notebook outlining how this product is to be used at the event, menu, supplies

to buy, preparation schedule, equipment, table layout, etc. A table display is optional.

• Select a condition in which people have to specifically modify their eating habits

(diabetes, heart disease, Celiac disease, food allergies, etc.) Prepare a baked food

product appropriate for someone with this condition. Exhibit will include your food

product and a notebook summarizing the condition or allergy, nutrition considerations

involved with the condition, a description of your baked item, and an explanation of

how it fits within the nutrition considerations. Make sure to note any ingredients that

could cause an allergic reaction.

• Prepare an entrée casserole that meets four MyPlate requirements for a meal. Use

care when transporting to prevent spoilage. Judges are not expecting this casserole to

be presented hot out of the oven.

• An international or ethnic food of choice. This may be a cold or hot product. Use care

when transporting to prevent spoilage. Judges are not expecting this product to be

presented hot out of the oven.

• A specialty pastry.

• Create a baking mix and provide a sample of the baked product. Include an index card

with instructions, wet ingredients needed, and baking instructions.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice

that is age/grade appropriate.

• Any other similar baked item.

FOODS, PRESERVED (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction – The foods project teaches basic baking, preservation, and nutrition education skills.

Judging will be community style on Friday evening prior to fair week.

State Fair Entries: 2 Level A entries, 2 Level B entries, 3 Level C entries, 3 Level D entries.

Frozen exhibits entered for state fair competition will not be displayed and instead will be donated to a

central Indiana homeless shelter. Home-canned exhibits will be displayed but will be disposed at the

state fair’s conclusion.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Requirements page 12 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered

with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no

more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Refer to the Purdue Extension Food Preservation web site for resources and Purdue Extension

educators trained to answer food preservation questions.

Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (revised 10/2022):

For Food Competitions: Fillings, frostings, glazes, and meringues are not permitted to contain

cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, or whipped cream if they are not fully cooked/baked.

These items are allowed as ingredients in food products IF the final product is cooked/baked.

Additionally, raw milk, raw milk products or uncooked eggs/egg whites are not permitted. Eggs/egg

whites that have been cooked to 160°F (i.e. pasteurized or included as part of a batter and baked)

are acceptable. No home-canned fruits, vegetables, or meats are permitted as ingredients in food

products.

Foods should be transported to the competition in a way that minimizes contamination and maintains

the quality of the food (i.e. foods that are judged as frozen should remain frozen at all times).

Recipes must be provided that identifies all ingredients that were used in each part of the product.

Any ingredient that could be a potential allergen must be clearly identified. Each food product must

be labeled with the following information:

• Name

• Address (4-H member information can be taken from enrollment if needed)

• Contact information (phone and/or email address; 4-H member information can be taken from

enrollment if needed)

• Date the food product was made

Contestants should carefully wash their hands and make sure that their hands do not have any open

cuts before preparing foods. If cuts are present, the wound should be bandaged and a single use

food service glove worn on the hand during all stages of food production. Contestants should not be

preparing food exhibits for competition within 48 hours of recovering from any illness. People

experiencing symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and/or jaundice should not be allowed to

prepare food.

Judges and individuals who will consume products from county and/or state competitions should be

informed that they are at risk for foodborne illness since the established policy cannot guarantee that

an entry has been properly prepared or handled before, during or following the competition. The food

products for competitions are home produced and processed and the production area is not

inspected by the Indiana Department of Health. Tasting of a food product is solely at the discretion of

the judge and consumers. Judges are NOT to taste any home preserved foods such as low-acid or

acidified foods like green beans, tomatoes or tomato products, jams/jellies/fruit preserves or

fermented products produced in the home.

A completed recipe card is to be submitted with each exhibit. Recipe cards are for judging purposes

only and will not be returned to the exhibitor. Laminating, wrapping the recipe card in plastic, or

placing it in a clear plastic bag is optional. Since it is illegal in the State of Indiana for youth under the

age of 21 to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages, 4-H members are to use recipes that do not

include an alcoholic beverage as an ingredient. A suitable non-alcoholic or imitation product may be

substituted.

Preserved food products should be displayed in an appropriate container, preferably disposable.

Containers will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines:

Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)

Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is

suggested a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits

entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and not displayed.

• A package of 3 baked or unbaked, snack-sized (approximately 2”-3” individual size) frozen

cookies. Display in freezer bag or freezer container. (NOTE: Freezer containers will not be

returned.) Include index card with recipe and instructions for defrosting or baking. Label with

name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• One package of frozen berries. Display in freezer bag or freezer container. (NOTE: Freezer

containers will not be returned.) Include index card with recipe and instructions for cooking

or defrosting. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• One package of dehydrated fruit or vegetable. Display in an appropriate bag or container.

Include index card with recipe and instructions for cooking or defrosting. Label with name of

product, quantity, and date dehydrated.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is

age/grade appropriate.

• Any other similar preserved item.

Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)

Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is

suggested a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. A square,

oblong or round layer cake. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and

not displayed.

• One uncooked frozen mini-pizza using whole-grain pita bread, English muffin, bagel,

or already prepared crust (no larger than 7" in diameter) with toppings of your choice.

Include at least 4 MyPlate food groups on your pizza. Meat toppings such as

hamburger, sausage, bacon, etc. must be cooked. Display on covered cardboard

inside freezer bag. Include index card with recipe and instructions for cooking. Label

with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• One package of any frozen vegetable or combination vegetables. Display in freezer

bag or freezer container. (NOTE: Freezer containers will not be returned.) Include

index card with instructions for defrosting and cooking. Label with name of product,

quantity, and date frozen.

• One container of frozen fruit or vegetable juice. Include index card with instructions for

defrosting and cooking. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• One container of frozen soup. Include index card with recipe and instructions for

defrosting and cooking. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• A frozen ready-to-eat breakfast sandwich, burrito or similar item. Display on covered

cardboard inside freezer bag. Include index card with recipe and instructions for

cooking. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice

that is age/grade appropriate.

• Any other similar preserved item.

Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)

Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is

suggested a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits

entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and not displayed.

• One (1) container of freezer jam. Include index card with recipe and instructions for

storing. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• One jar of a canned tomato product using the Hot Pack Method for a boiling water

bath canner, such as tomato juice, catsup, barbecue sauce, or salsa. Include index

card with recipe and instructions for cooking or using the product. Label with name of

product, quantity, and date canned. Canned products must have the ring on the jar top

to protect the seal. Note: Only food preservation products made using USDA

approved recipes and techniques are acceptable.

• One jar of a canned pickled product or canned pickles. Include index card with recipe,

processing, and storage instructions. (Products using a fancy pack are not accepted.) Label

with name of product, quantity, and date canned. Canned products must have the ring on

the jar top to protect the seal. Note: Only food preservation products made using USDA

approved recipes and techniques are acceptable.

• Frozen yeast dough (bread loaf, roll balls, sticks, pizza, etc.). Include index card with recipe

and instructions for defrosting and cooking. Label with name of product, quantity, and date

frozen.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is

age/grade appropriate.

• Any similar preserved item.

Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)

Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is

suggested a participant choose a different option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits

entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and not displayed.

• One jar of pressure canned vegetables, meat or combination product, such as soup, stew,

spaghetti sauce with meat, etc. Include index card with recipe and instructions for cooking or

using the product. (Products using a fancy pack are not accepted.) Label with name of

product, quantity, and date canned. Canned products must have the ring on the jar top to

protect the seal. Note: Only food preservation products made using USDA approved

recipes and techniques are acceptable.

• One package of a combination food frozen entree in freezer container. The combination food

should contain 3 food groups from MyPlate. Exhibit should include an index card with recipe

and instructions for reheating. Display in disposable containers. No containers will be

returned. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• A jar of cooked jam or a reduced-sugar fruit spread. Include recipe card. Label with name of

product, quantity, and date made. Note: Only food preservation products made using

USDA approved recipes and techniques are acceptable.

• One container of a thaw and eat frozen prepared appetizer. Include index card with recipe

and instructions for defrosting. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• One container of a thaw and eat frozen prepared dessert. Include index card with recipe and

instructions for defrosting. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.

• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is

age/grade appropriate.

• Any other similar preserved item.

FORESTRY (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: This project teaches youth natural resources and forestry related skills.

State Fair Entries: 3 per county; one per level

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit

on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner

to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any forestry topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any forestry topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any forestry topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate, prepare a herbarium collection that contains at least 25 native

Indiana forest leaves, or prepare a herbarium collection that contains at least 25 native Indiana forest

shrubs. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.

Herbarium Collections - Collect 25 terminal twigs and at least two leaves, if space allows (only one

compound leaf is required), from native forest trees. Mount the specimens on 11 ½" x 16 ½" paper.

One leaf on the twig must be mounted to show the back side of the leaf. Label each sheet with the

following: common name, scientific name, where collected, county where collected, date collected,

name of collector, and specimen number. Cover each specimen. There are no specific references

given for these exhibits. Youth are encouraged to use Extension publications, the Internet, books, and

forest specialists when collecting and identifying specimens. The herbarium collection must be

accessible to the judges. Do not cover it under the plastic that covers your poster. Youth may want to

attach a folder or other holder over your poster to hold the mounted, covered specimens.

GARDEN (State Fair Exhibit) ***REVISED***

Exhibit Introduction - Youth will learn about plant growth, soil nutrition, and management of insects and

diseases related to fresh vegetable and herb production.

State Fair Entries: 1 collection per member, unlimited number of county entries.

5 single vegetable entries per member, unlimited number of county entries.

3 herb entries per member, unlimited number of county entries.

1 potato tray entry per member, unlimited number of county entries.

1 tomato plate entry per member, unlimited number of county entries.

1 educational exhibit entry per county.

Vegetable exhibits entered for state fair competition will not be displayed and instead will be donated to a

central Indiana food bank.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit

on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner

to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Refer to Suggested 4-H Garden Exhibits, 4-H 970-w, to learn about size, weight, and other suggested

specifications.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)

Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common

name and variety. Vegetable exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and

homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)

Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common

name and variety. Vegetable exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and

homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)

Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common

name and variety. Vegetable exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and

homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)

Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common

name and variety. Vegetable exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and

homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.

Garden Collection Option

Create a 3-plate, 4-plate, or 5-plate collection display of vegetables you have grown and cared for from

the single vegetable list. Display each vegetable on a disposable plate. Inclusion of flowers is optional.

Single Vegetable Option

Display from the list below vegetables you have grown and cared for on a disposable plate.

Vegetable

Plated Display Description

Asparagus

Asparagus, 5 spears

Beans

Cowpea, black-eyed pea, southern pea, etc., 10 pods or ½ cup shelled

Beans

Snap, Green or Wax, 10 pods

Beans

Lima-large or small - 10 pods or ½ cup shelled

Beans

Navy, kidney, shell out, etc.-1/2 cup shelled

Beets

Round, flat, and long types, 3

Broccoli

Broccoli, 1 head

Broccoli raab

Broccoli raab, 3 heads

Brussels sprouts

Brussels sprouts, 5 heads

Cabbage

Chinese type (bok choy or pak choi), 1 head

Cabbage

Chinese type (napa cabbage), 1 head

Cabbage

Round, Flat or Pointed type, 1 head

Carrots

Carrots, 3

Cauliflower

Cauliflower, 1 head

Celery

Celery, 1 bunch

Chard

Chard, 10 bundled leaves

Collards

Collards, 10 bundled leaves

Corn

Sweet-yellow, white or bicolor, 3 ears

Cucumbers

Dill, Pickling, 3

Cucumbers

English or hothouse, 1

Cucumbers

Slicing with seeds, 3

Eggplant

Eggplant, 1

Kale

Kale, 10 bundled leaves

Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi, 3

Muskmelon

Muskmelon (cantaloupe), 1

Okra

Okra, 3 pods

Vegetable

Plated Display Description

Onions

Green, 5 onions in a bunch

Onions

Red, Yellow or White, 3

Parsnip

Parsnips, tops off, 3

Peas

Peas, edible pod such as snow peas ,10 pods

Peas

Peas, unshelled, 10 pods

Peppers

Bell type, 3

Peppers

Chili type, 3

Peppers

Serrano type, 3

Peppers

Banana/Long/Wax/Hungarian type, 3

Peppers

Pimiento type (red), 3

Peppers

Cayenne type, 3

Peppers

Jalapeno type, 3

Peppers

Cherry type, 3

Peppers

New Mexican, long green, Anaheim type, 3

Peppers

Ancho type, 3

Peppers

Tabasco type, 3

Peppers

Habanero type, 3

Potato

Potatoes, any color, 3

Pumpkin

Pumpkin, (other), 1

Pumpkin

Table, Canning, or Ornamental, 1

Radishes

Radishes, 5

Rhubarb

Rhubarb, 3 stalks bundled

Rutabaga

Rutabaga, 3

Spinach

Spinach, 10 bundled leaves

Squash

Banana, or other large winter squash type, 1

Squash

Buttercups, Turbans, 1

Squash

Butternut, 1

Squash

Cushaw, 1

Squash

Hubbards – blue, green or golden, 1

Squash

Scallops/Patty Pans, 1

Squash

Straight or crookneck – i.e. summer squash, 1

Squash

Acorn, 1

Squash

Zucchini or cocozelle, 1

Sweet Potato

Sweet potatoes, 3

Tomatillos

Tomatillos, 3

Turnips

Turnips, 3

Watermelon

Watermelon, 1

Any other Vegetable

Any vegetable not listed above, include 1-3 specimens

Herb Option

Display from the list below a single herb plant you have grown and cared for in an appropriate size pot

that has a saucer bottom.

Herb Name and Description

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) "all edible types"

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) "all edible types"

Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) "all edible types"

Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) "all edible types"

Coriander or Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) "all edible types"

Dill (Anethum graveolens)

French tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)

Lavender (Lavendula sp.) "all edible types"

Mint (Mentha sp.) "all edible types"

Oregano (Origanum vulgare)

Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) "all edible types"

Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinalis)

Sage (Salvia officinalis)

Sweet Marjoram (Origanum majorana)

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) "all edible types"

Any Other Herb

Potato Tray Option

Display from the list below approximately 30 potatoes you have grown and cared for in a 12 ½” x18”

tray. A tray will be provided when checking-in potato exhibits at state fair.

Potato Description

Red (Norland, Triumph), etc.

White, oval type (Irish Cobbler), etc.

Russett (Haig, Norgold, Superior), etc.

White, round type (Katahdin), etc.

White, long type (Kennebec), etc.

Other (yellow, blue, etc.)

Tomato Plate Option

Display from the list below tomatoes you have grown and cared for on a disposable plate.

Tomato Description

Pink or purple, 3

Intermediate type, 10

Red (for canning), 3

Small Cherry or Pear, 10

Red (for market), 3

Yellow or orange, 3

Roma or paste type, 3

Educational Exhibit Option

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any gardening topic

of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Youth can also design and complete an independent study

activity.

GENEALOGY (State Fair Exhibit) ***REVISED***

Exhibit Introduction: This project helps young people know where their ancestors resided, traveled, and

developed some family tradition. Must be submitted to Purdue Extension-Dubois County by the last

business day of June. Please enter project into FairEntry by same date.

State Fair Entries: 5 entries per county; one per division.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Forms for this project are found on the Indiana 4-H Web site

www.extension.purdue.edu/4h click on "projects" and then on Genealogy to reach downloadable forms.

This project is organized into divisions and not grades for a youth cannot start in Division 3 without first

completing Division 1 and Division 2. This is a project that builds on the previous division information in

order to be successful in building your family tree. If you are using a genealogical commercial software

program, you may need to type in or hand write in information required by the Indiana 4-H genealogy

project. See 4-H forms on the 4-H website linked above.

The exhibit will consist of no more than four (4) notebooks for Division 1-4 and first year Advanced

Division. (If a notebook requires additional space, label it as notebook x, continued.) Those notebooks

are:

• Book #1 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains introduction sheet, pedigree charts and

family group sheets

• Book #2 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains additional information worksheets and

diary of work

• Book #3 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains supporting documents, pictures, etc.

• Book #4 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains Advanced Division options only (Begin

using this notebook in first year of the advanced division or the fifth year of project enrollment.)

• Another notebook should be maintained and kept in a secure place at home to keep original

personal and legal documents as well as previously exhibited work.

Note – Youth may consolidate information in order to have fewer notebooks. In this case indicate on

the cover the notebook numbers included and use dividers to separate information by notebook

number as well as contents as indicated below.

Notebooks should be tabbed and in the following order:

Book #1 – Introductory Page; Pedigree Charts; Family Group Sheets

Book #2 – Additional Information Worksheets; Diary of Your Work

Book #3 – Any Other Documents (label with ancestor numbers on tab)

Book #4 – Advanced Division Options (label each tab separately with the specific option); Diary of

Your Work (this will be a second diary describing work done for each advanced division option)

Pedigree Charts, Family Group Sheets, Additional Information Worksheets, and Diary Sheets are to be

placed in the notebook back-to-back in sheet protectors to save space, reduce the information being

damaged, and reduce the number of sheet protectors required.

So the notebook exhibit can be displayed to the public and to minimize the potential of identity theft,

original legal documents are NOT to be included in the exhibit notebook. Instead, a photocopy of any

legal document is to be included in the notebook and all identifiable information (like social security

numbers) except for names is to be completely marked out. Original legal documents are to be kept in a

secure location by the 4-H member and his/her family.

All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was

obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H members exhibit. This reference list

should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc.

Reference notations are to be made in the “source” column of the Family Group Sheet and on each

document.

If information on a family member is unknown, an additional information worksheet for each required

ancestor is still required. Write “unknown” or “NIA” (no information available) in PENCIL for each sheet of

unknown ancestors or list several ancestors on a page and insert page in proper numerical order.

After exhibiting the 1

year of the ADVANCED Division, only the Advanced Division notebook (Book #4)

with ALL OPTIONS (no pedigree charts, no family group sheets, no additional information sheets, no

documents from Divisions 1-5) needs to be exhibited each year the genealogy project continues.

Suggested Genealogy Supply List:

Four 3” D-ring notebooks (Book #1, #3, #4 will be exhibited and the fourth 3” D-ring notebook to

maintain documents at home and NOT exhibited.)

One 2” D-ring notebook (Book #2)

Computer or legible printing/handwriting (be consistent with method used)

#2 lead pencil with soft eraser

Black ink pen

Yellow highlighter

Notebook tabs AND acid free dividers (several tabs will be needed, be consistent with style used,

should not appear past edge of notebook)

Fine point permanent Black marker

Acid free and non-glare sheet protectors

Acid free paper

Acid free glue stick

Acid free satin Scotch tape

Scissors

Correction tape

Lots of creativity to make the exhibit your own while still following the exhibit guidelines.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Division 1 (1

year in project suggested)

Exhibit notebook that includes the following:

• Book #1

• An Introduction page with a recent photograph of yourself.

• Completed three-generation pedigree chart. This includes you, your parents, and your

grandparents, ancestors #1 through #7. Put all surnames in capital letters and all dates in

military form (12 July 1974). Give each person a number, as described in the "Recording

the Information" section of the Indiana 4-H Genealogy Resource Guide 4-H 748. You must

use the pedigree charts listed at the www.extension.purdue.edu/4h, 4-H 748Pc-W or

4-H 748Pbw-W or the commercial software forms, but not the old "packet" pedigree charts.

• A Family Group Sheet for your parents and each pair of grandparents. Sources of

information MUST be filled in on family group sheets (see section "Recording the

Information").

• Book #2 (Ancestors 1-7 information)

• Four (4) "Additional Information Worksheets"

• one (1) for you, the 4-H member

• one (1) for your parents

• one (1) for each set of grandparents (total = two worksheets)

• A diary of your work

• Book #3 (Ancestors 1-7 information)

Any documents or pictures pertaining to these three generations. Documents must be

labeled with ancestor name and ancestor number. Pictures need to be labeled with

ancestor name, plus names of all known people, place and date picture was taken, as

well as ancestor numbers.

Division 2 (2nd year in project suggested)

• Exhibit notebook that includes the following:

•

Book #1

•

Four-generation pedigree chart. This would include you, your parents, grandparents, and

great-grandparents, ancestors #1 through #15. You must use the pedigree charts listed at

https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/projects/4-h-project-genealogy.html 4-H 748Pc-W or

4-H 748Pbw-W or the commercial software forms, but not the old "packet" pedigree charts

•

A Family Group Sheet for each pair of great-grandparents. Sources of information filled

in on family group sheets (see section "Recording the Information" in the Indiana 4-H

Genealogy Resource Guide 4-H 748).

•

Book #2 (Ancestors 8-15 information)

•

An additional information worksheet for each set of great grandparents.

• A diary of your work

•

Book #3 (Ancestors 8-15 information)

•

Any photographs taken of tombstones of your ancestors and their children. Please

document location of tombstone(s) and label with ancestor name, ancestor number, and

date photo was taken. Rubbings are acceptable in lieu of photographs.

•

Any other documents or pictures pertaining to these generations, correctly labeled.

Exhibit Book #1, Book #2, and Book #3. Books 2 and 3 should only include Division 2 ancestors 8-

15 and related information.

Division 3 (3rd year in project suggested)

• Exhibit notebook that includes the following:

•

Book #1

•

Five-generation pedigree chart, ancestors #1 through #31. Computer programs do not

generally print chart numbers, so if you are using a computer program, make sure you have

the correct number of ancestors. If an ancestor is UNKNOWN, please indicate as

UNKNOWN. You must use the pedigree charts listed at www.extension.purdue.edu/4h, 4-H

748Pc-W or 4-H 748Pbw-W, or the commercial software forms, but not the old "packet"

pedigree charts

•

Additional Family Group Sheets for generation five (5). Sources of information must be

filled in on family group sheets (see section "Recording the Information" in Indiana 4-H

Genealogy Resource Guide 4-H 748.).

•

Book #2 (Ancestors 16-31 information)

• Additional information worksheets

• A diary of your work

•

Book #3 (Ancestors 16-31 information)

•

Write an autobiography, the story of your life. Include pictures, relevant dates, and

important events. OR, write an essay about what your hopes and dreams are for the

future, or about life goals you hope to attain.

•

Any documents or pictures pertaining to these generations, correctly labeled.

Exhibit Book #1, Book #2, and Book #3. Books 2 and 3 should only include Division 3 ancestors

16- 31 and related information.

Division 4 (4th year in project suggested)

• Exhibit a notebook(s) that includes the following:

•

Book #1

•

Six-generation pedigree charts, ancestors #1 through #63.Computer programs do not

generally print chart numbers, so if you are using a computer program, make sure you

have the correct number of ancestors. You must use the pedigree charts listed at

www.extension.purdue.edu/4h, 4-H 748Pc-W or 4-H 748Pbw-W, or the commercial

software forms, but not the old "packet" pedigree charts

•

Additional Family Group Sheets for generation six (6). Sources of information must be

filled in on family group sheets (see section "Recording the Information").

•

Book #2 (Ancestors 32-63 information)

• Additional information worksheets

• A diary of your work

•

Book #3 (Ancestors 32-63 information)

• A copy of a photograph or a story of a sixth-generation ancestor. Include information

about the date when the photograph was taken, how or where you found it and what's

happening in it or why it was taken. If this is unavailable, write a story about the historical

period during which your sixth generation ancestor was living.

• Any documents or pictures pertaining to these generations, correctly labeled.

Exhibit Book #1, Book #2, and Book #3. Books 2 and 3 should only include Division 4 ancestors

32- 63 and related information.

Advanced (5th year and above in project suggested)

• Exhibit notebook that includes the following:

•

Book #1

•

Seventh and eighth-generation pedigree charts, ancestors #64 through #255. If

ancestry is unknown, please indicate as Unknown. Computer programs do not

generally print chart numbers, so if you are using a computer program, make sure you

have the correct number of ancestors.

•

Your family group sheet for generations seven and eight.

• Sources of information filled in on family group sheets (see section "Recording

the Information" in the Indiana 4-H Genealogy Resource Guide, 4-H 748).

•

Book #2 (Ancestors 64-255 information)

• Additional Information worksheets

• Diary of your work

•

Book #3 (Ancestors 64-255 information)

•

Any documents or pictures pertaining to these generations; correctly labeled.

•

Book #4

• One new advanced level option (see below). Advanced division exhibitors must include

ALL options submitted in prior years, with each option labeled with the year completed.

Pedigree charts are available on the Indiana 4-H Web site for your additional genealogy research.

EACH YEAR FOLLOWING, continue to add ancestors to your pedigree charts. In addition, choose

one of the following options that has not been completed previously. Please identify, by letter,

the option that you are completing (for example: Advanced Division, Year 1, Option A;

Advanced Division, Year 2, Option C; etc.)

Advanced Division Year 2 and beyond – Exhibit Book #4 that contains advanced division options

and a second diary of work. If additional ancestry information was found in the seventh and

eighth generation, exhibit Book 1 noting ancestors completed this year along with Books 2 and

3 demonstrating this year’s work.

EXPLAIN the information received as to how it relates to you and your ancestors. Copies of

documents obtained in previous divisions are acceptable and should be utilized in the option

chosen if needed.

A. A migration map of your eight-generation ancestors. You should have at least

one map per family line with charts or explanations of the migrations.

B. A timeline historical report of a family line. Show how this family fits into history.

Document your report as well as possible with dates, records, places or maps,

pictures, etc. Be sure to include proper labels and sources.

C. A census history of a family line. Census abstract forms can be found on several websites.

Download forms to abstract the census. Your notebook should contain copies of the

census and the completed abstract form for each census.

D. A history of your family's religious background for any family line or lines. Include a brief

history of the denomination. Include baptism, confirmation or profession of faith and

membership records. Also include information or history of the congregations involved.

Be sure to include proper labels and sources.

E. A history of your family's military service for a family line. Include supporting documents

when possible. These documents could include military records, (muster rolls, discharge

papers, etc.), pension records, and bounty land records, as well as maps and pictures.

Be sure to include proper labels and sources.

F. A research paper on a famous ancestor. Prove your relationship to this person with

documentation. Try to include pictures and anecdotes to enhance your paper.

G. Complete a family line or lines back as many generations as possible beyond eight

generations (ancestors 256 and beyond). Include pictures, maps and documents. Be

sure to include proper labels and sources.

H. A timeline historical report of another family line not previously completed. Document as

well as possible as in Option B. You need to state at the beginning that this is a second

family historical report on such ancestor.

I. A history of your family's military service for a family line not previously completed.

Include supporting documents as in Option E. You need to state at the beginning

that this is a second family military history report on such ancestor.

J. Family DNA history. (This can be a very expensive option) Please include charts and explanations.

i.e. use pie charts, ethnicity estimates, approximate percentage regionally, number of

countries searched, genetic percentage, family tree, graphs, etc.

K. Any other genealogy related activity of choice.

GEOLOGY (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction - Geology involves studying the earth's crust, its layers, and their history. Youth learn

to identify Indiana rocks, minerals, and fossils. You may find information about and view examples of State

Fair exhibits at https://www.asec.purdue.edu/natural_resources/4-

H,NR,Projects/Projects/geology/index.html

State Fair Entries: 3 per county; one per level

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on

a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Specimens may also be displayed in a 24”x 18”x 3” collection box, displayed horizontally.

You may purchase your specimens and may display rocks, fossils, and minerals. If you purchase a

specimen, indicate when and where you purchased it and the location where you would expect to find the

specimen. If you collect a specimen, indicate the county and township where you found it.

Posters and display boxes will be exhibited "standing up" at the Indiana State Fair. Therefore, you need to

mount your specimens securely. Subject matter experts suggest the following methods: soaking ½ cotton

ball in Elmer's glue, hot glue, or clear tub sealant. Place the cotton ball in your box and put your rock (or

fossil or mineral) on the cotton ball and let sit. It will take 1-2 weeks for Elmer's glue to fully harden.

Specimens mounted with Elmer's glue can be removed by soaking the cotton ball in water. Glue remaining

on the rock may be brushed off with an old, damp toothbrush.

When exhibiting rocks show a fresh surface (recently cracked or broken surface) to help judges identify the

rock.

Labels - Include the specific geographical location where you would expect to find any specimens

as well as where you actually acquired it (found, purchased, etc.).

Do not identify your specimens any further than phylum and class. There is one exception to this for fossils

which are identified to phylum OR class. Class should only be used for fossils of mollusks, backboned

animals, and arthropods.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any geology topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any geology topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate, or collection of 8-16 minerals and/or fossils.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any geology topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate, or collection of 15-25 minerals and/or fossils and/or jewel stones.

Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.

GIFT WRAPPING: ARTS & CRAFTS

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Overall Exhibit Guidelines

Exhibits will be entered into the following classes for judging: Beginner: Grade 3-5; Intermediate: Grade

6-8; Advanced: Grade 9-12. Each year should be more advanced than the previous year. Recommend

wrapping packages throughout the year to improve your skills for your exhibit. All Levels - 4-H member

can exhibit 1 or more projects of their own design utilizing different techniques and project was

completed in current year.

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

BEGINNER (Grades 3-5)

Exhibit a wrapped package. Make your own simple bows using any type of ribbon, yarn, cord or raffia.

Do not use purchased bows. Be creative and imaginative. Some suggestions: flowers, bells, clowns,

animals, leftover cards, etc.

INTERMEDIATE (Grades 6-8)

Exhibit a wrapped package. Use a variety of papers, fabrics, scarves, or other materials for wrapping.

Some additional suggestions: Use a variety of trims, ribbons, and types of self-made bows; cylinder-

shaped package; wrapped using any material other than commercial paper.

ADVANCED (Grades 9-12)

Exhibit a wrapped package. Attach a card to the gift indicating occasion and age of receiver. Some

suggestions: incorporate fancy ideas (make box or package into a clown, animal, flower, bell,

snowman, etc.), design own materials, make own paper (roller painting, string painting, dip dyeing,

potato printing, and stenciling), fabric, felt, newspaper cut-outs, burlap, etc.

Feel free to search online for more ideas to create your gift-wrapping exhibit.

GOATS ***REVISED***

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement. 4-H members are required to complete a quality assurance training. For details, please

see Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care on page 14.

Animal Education Posters: See Animal Education page 21. ALL POSTERS need to be turned in on

check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn any posters in at animal check ins.

Classes:

Mini 4-H Class – Refer to Mini 4-H Class rules.

Showmanship Class – Members compete by grade.

Junior – 3

and 4

graders

Intermediate – 5

and 6

graders

Senior – 7

to 9

graders

Master – 10

grade and Up

1. Showmanship will be the day of show after the show.

2. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Showman – Champion in each division will compete

for Grand Champion. Champion and Reserve Champion in each division will compete for Reserve

Grand Champion.

Wether Classes:

Meat Goat Division

a. Classes will be decided by weight

First place in each class will compete for grand champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve grand champion.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Wether – Class winners in each division will

compete for grand champion. 1

and 2

class winners will compete for reserve grand champion.

Dairy Division

a. Classes will be decided by weight

First place in each class will compete for grand champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve grand champion.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Wether - Class winners in each division will

compete for grand champion. 1

and 2

class winners will compete for reserve grand champion.

Pygmy Division

a. Classes will be decided by weight

First place in each class will compete for grand champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve grand champion.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Wether - Class winners in each division will

compete for grand champion. 1

and 2

class winners will compete for reserve grand champion.

Market Doe Classes (Meat Goats Only):

a. Classes will be decided by weight

First place in each class will compete for grand champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve grand champion.

Pygmy Classes:

Junior Division - Does never freshened

a. Born April thru July of show year (0 to 3 months)

b. Born March of show year (4 months)

c. Born February of show year (5 months)

d. Born December of previous year thru January of show year (6 to 7 months)

e. Born August thru November of previous year (8 to under 12 months)

f. 13 to under 24 months never freshened

First place in each class will compete for division champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve champion.

Senior Division - Does that have freshened

a. 1 Yr. Old that has freshened

b. 2 Yr. Old to 3 Yr. Old

c. 3 Yr. Old to 4 Yr. Old

d. 4 Yr. Old to 5 Yr. Old

e. 5 Yr. Old and Up

First place in each class will compete for division champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve champion.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Pygmy -

Champion in each division will compete for grand champion. Champion and reserve champion in each

division will compete for reserve grand champion.

Pygmy Herd Class - Three breeding females from the same herd

First place will be champion. Second place will be reserve champion.

Meat Goat:

Breeding Classes:

Junior Division – Does never freshened

a) Born April thru July of show year (0 to 3 months)

b) Born March of show year (4 months)

c) Born February of show year (5 months)

d) Born December of previous year thru January of show year (6 – 7 Months)

e) Born August thru November of previous year (8 to under 12 months)

f) 13 to under 24 months never freshened

First place in each class will compete for division champion. First and second place in each class

will compete for reserve champion.

Senior Division – Does that have freshened

a) 1 Yr. Old that has freshened

b) 2 Yr. Old

c) 3 Yr. Old

d) 4 Yr. Old

e) 5 Yr. Old and up

First place in each class will compete for division champion. First and second place in each class

will compete for reserve champion.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Meat Goat – Champion in each division will

compete for grand champion. Champion and reserve champion in each division will compete for

reserve grand champion.

Meat Goat Herd Class – Three breeding females from the same herd

First place will be champion. Second place will be reserve champion.

Dairy Goat Classes:

Junior Division – Does not in milk and never freshened

a) Junior kid – April 1 or after of show year

b) Intermediate kid – March 1 to March 31 of show year

c) Senior kid – January 1 to February 28/29 of show year

d) Dry yearling – July 1 to December 31 of previous year

First place in each class will compete for division champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve champion.

Senior Division – Does in milk

a) Milking Yearling – Under 2 years old in milk

b) 2 Yr. Old – 2 years old and under 3 years, in milk

c) 3 to 4 Yr. Old – 3 or 4 years old and under 5 years, in milk

d) Aged Doe – 5 Years and over, in milk

e) Dry Doe – Does that have previously freshened but are now dry.

First place in each class will compete for division champion. First and second place in each class will

compete for reserve champion.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Goat – Champion in each division will

compete for grand champion. Champion and reserve in each division will compete for reserve grand

champion.

Dairy Herd Class – Three breeding females from the same herd.

First place will be champion. Second place will be reserve champion.

Goat General Rules

1. Dairy goat breed classifications: Nubian, Alpine, Saanen, Toggenburg, LaMancha, Oberhasli, Nigerian

Dwarfs, and Sables.

2. Meat goat breed classifications: Boer, Cross, Kiko, Savanna, Spanish, and Tennessee Meat Goats.

***Any goat crossed with a meat goat breed WILL be shown in the Meat Goat Division.

3. All dairy goats must be disbudded or dehorned. Pygmy and Boer goats may be shown with or without

horns.

a) Dairy can be shown with scurs that are 2 inches or shorter.

4. No intact males will be shown.

5. All entries of a class will be judged as a group regardless of breed. The winner of each class is the entry

that best represents the breed and class.

6. All goats must have one of the following: Scrapie tag, Scrapie tattoo, microchip or 840-RFID Tag.

7. Any animal shown as a market goat doe is not eligible to be shown in any breeding doe classes,

including herd class.

8. Wethers and market does must be tagged with county tags or microchipped.

a) Meat Goat Wethers going to the State Fair must have an 840-RFID Tag and 5-digit County Tag and

DNA Hair Sample.

b) Meat Goat Wethers will be tagged at a county workshop in the spring by the goat committee. DNA

Hair samples must be submitted to the Purdue Extension Dubois County office by May 15.

c) Market does, dairy wethers, and pygmy wethers will be tagged at a county workshop in the spring by

the goat committee.

d) If you are microchipping your wethers and market does, it will be done on your own. You MUST

provide a microchip reader at 4-H Fair Check-In.

9. Each 4-H’er must fill out the official form on 4HOnline indicating which goats they will show.

a) This form needs to be completed by May 15 on 4HOnline.

b) If planning to exhibit in 0 to 3 months class, the dam’s tags/tattoos must be included.

10. The Junior and Senior Division Champions shall compete for Grand Champion.

11. Reserve Grand Champion shall be selected from the Junior or Senior champion that has not made the

Grand Championship, and that stood reserve to the Grand Champion (which would be either the

Reserve Junior or Reserve Senior Champion.

12. Goat check in, show, and check out dates and times will be in 4-H newsletter and on the fair schedule.

13. For the public fairgoers’ safety, goats must remain in pens and watering, supply moving, and

animal walking must be done by 5:30 p.m. each night. No animals or supplies will be permitted

to move no earlier than 9:00 p.m. OR the conclusion of that evening animal show. Whichever is

later.

14. Any goat that is to be considered for a market must be weighed at check in. Weights will also be used

to subdivide classes if needed.

15. The goat committee discourages kidding at the county fair. The owner of the animal is solely

responsible should a kidding occur at the fair.

16. 4-H Goat Species Committee - this group has the responsibility of bringing needs of species to the 4-H

Council Livestock Committee, oversee check in at fair, oversee ID days, provide barn chaperones as

needed, provide volunteers to run the show, and livestock barn set up.

17. 4-H Council Livestock Committee – this group is the decision makers, review suggestions from species

committees, review concerns and grievances from livestock individuals, set livestock dates, oversee

and enforce rules, and procedures of the livestock program. 4-H Council Livestock Committee also

has the right to remove any animal during the week of the fair for the health of the animal or for

the safety of any person(s).

HEALTH (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction: The 4-H Health project is designed for youth interested in basic first aid and healthy

well-being, as well as those interested in pursuing a medical profession career.

State Fair Entries: 3 per county; one per level

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on

a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any health topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate. Another option is to create a family first aid kit, emergency kit, an

emergency kit to take on a hiking, biking, skiing or similar trip, or another similar kit.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any health topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate. Another option is to create a personal nutrition kit to use when doing

physical activity like chores, working out at the gym, hiking, biking, skiing, or another similar kit.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any health topic of

choice that is age/grade appropriate. Another option is to create an activity or guide to help yourself or

others become more aware of financial wellness, mental health, disease prevention, or other similar topic

that promotes healthy habits. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.

HOME ENVIRONMENT (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction - Youth will apply the principles of design to home design and decoration as well as

learn about care of home furnishings.

State Fair Entries: 6 per county; two per level. Transportation of extra-large exhibits must be arranged by

4-H member.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on

a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Choose one of the following options:

• Furniture Item and Notebook – create a wall hanging, storage organizer, a set of 3-5

accessory items or something similar for the home or similar activity.

• Design Board and Notebook – color a line drawing from your manual and create three

color schemes, color a line drawing from your manual and demonstrate dominant and

supportive color, or display a line drawing showing where furniture would be placed in

the room or similar activity.

• Portfolio – Collect different color schemes, magazines showing different furniture

designs, or magazines/photographs of formal vs informal balance, dominant and

supportive colors, etc. or similar activity.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Choose one of the following options:

• Furniture Item and Notebook – refinish or repurpose a piece or set of furniture, storage

unit, or display a collection of 3-5 similar home accessory items, or similar activity.

• Design Board and Notebook – create a line drawing for a room in your home showing

furniture layout, accessory items and fixtures or similar activity.

• Portfolio – display a sample of three different types of wall treatment with explanation

of each, three different floor treatments with explanation of each, an energy plan for

your home, or similar activity.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Choose one of the following options:

• Furniture Item and Notebook – refinish or repurpose a piece or set of furniture, storage

unit, or display a collection of 3-5 similar home accessory items, or similar activity.

• Design Board and Notebook – display a floor plan for any room of your house or the

whole house or apartment, or similar activity.

• Portfolio –display a sample of three different lighting or window treatments with an

explanation of each, interview an interior designer and prepare a report, a home

energy saving proposal plan, or similar activity.

Exhibit Categories:

Furniture Item and Notebook

An actual piece of furniture accompanied by a standard notebook (3-ring binder) explaining the who, what,

when, where, why, and how of the chosen project. We suggest including pictures showing where the item

will be used. Also, we encourage 4-H members to include pictures of themselves doing the project, but this

is not required. Always place your identification information in the notebook and on the furniture.

Design Board and Notebook

Standard 22" x 28" poster, displayed horizontally with a firm backing. Design boards must be covered with

plastic to protect and help hold items in place. An identification name tag must be attached in the lower

right corner. The notebook is to help explain the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the chosen

design. This can be a "before and after project" or "plan in the

future" project.

Portfolio

Standard notebook (3-ring binder). If 4-H members choose to do this option more than one year, we

suggest that they keep the previous year's materials in the notebook. Place materials for the current year in

the front, with the previous year's materials clearly marked or labeled at the back. Always place your

identification information in the notebook.

HORSE AND PONY ***REVISED***

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

Animal Education Posters: See Animal Education page 21. ALL POSTERS need to be turned in on

check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn any posters in at animal check ins.

Exhibit Introduction:

1. Horse and Rider Skills: Members in their first year going from hand to riding must participate in this

before they become a riding member of the Wranglers. No first year rider may ride with the Horse and

Pony Club until they have passed this skill assessment.

2. Drug Testing: All 4-H animal exhibits must be free of drug, steroids, and chemical or foreign substance

residue. The Dubois County 4-H Council and the Horse & Pony Committee reserves the right to test

any animal exhibit for any foreign substance, included, but not limited to, drugs, steroids or chemicals.

The submission of any 4-H entry into the Dubois County Fair by an exhibitor expressly grants the

Dubois County 4-H Council and/or the Horse & Pony Committee the right to conduct such tests. A

positive test or refusing such tests will result in disqualification and forfeiture of all points and awards.

Test samples collected from any 4-H horse, pony, mule or donkey must be free of any foreign

substance, including any steroids or any drug or chemical affecting the central nervous system (for

example, stimulants, depressants or pain killers). Owner will bear the cost for a positive test.

Otherwise, 4-H Council will pay for test.

Pre 4-H Class (Grades K-2)

For animals over 300 pounds the Pre 4-Her must be assisted by a parent, legal guardian, club leader, or

club volunteer designated in writing by parent or legal guardian. (Assisted means with the child at all

times.) *see rule 15 under general rules

1. Must be enrolled in 4-H as a Pre 4-H member (4-H Online)

2. Must have completed Kindergarten as of May of current year and have a liability waiver release

signed and in the Purdue Extension office.

3. Must show an equine that is already enrolled in 4-H and will be in attendance at the fair. NO other

equines will be allowed to come in for a Mini 4-H member to show that day.

Division 241 – Junior Contesting (Grades 3

– 7

grade on Jan. 1)

Class 24101. Speed and Action

Class 24102. Pole Bending

Class 24103. Flag Race

Class 24104. Barrel Race

Class 24105. Keyhole Race

High point award will be given. See Horse and Pony General Rules section, #9 and #11 for more details.

Division 242 – Senior Contesting (Grades 8

and above on Jan. 1)

Class 24201. Speed and Action

Class 24202. Pole Bending

Class 24203. Flag Race

Class 24204. Barrel Race

Class 24205. Keyhole Race

High point award will be given. See Horse and Pony General Rules section, #9 and #11 for more details.

Division 243 - Miniature Horse

Class 24301. Obstacle Course in Hand, Junior – 3rd – 7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24302. Obstacle Course in Hand, Senior – 8th grade and above on Jan. 1

Class 24303. Mini Halter, Junior – 3rd – 7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24304. Mini Halter, Senior – 8th grade and above on Jan. 1

Class 24305. Mini Trail, Junior – 3rd – 7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24306. Mini Trail, Senior – 8th grade and above on Jan. 1

Class 24307. Mini Jumping, Junior – 3rd – 7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24308. Mini Jumping, Senior – 8th grade and above on Jan. 1

Class 24309. Mini Showmanship, Junior – 3rd – 7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24310. Mini Showmanship, Senior – 8th grade and above on Jan. 1

High point awards will be given. See Horse and Pony General Rules section, #9 and #12 for more details.

Division 244 – Western

Class 24420. Trail – Junior – 3

– 7

grade on Jan. 1

Class 24421. Trail – Senior – 8

grade or above on Jan. 1

Class 24425. Ranch Pleasure – under 56”

Class 24426. Ranch Pleasure – over 56”

Class 24427: Western Horsemanship First Year Walk/Trot – For Members in their first year riding. May

have shown in hand classes, but first time on a horse. If you are entering in this class then the only other

class eligible to enter is the Western Pleasure First Year Walk/Trot. Please see a leader if need

clarification.

Class 24428. Western Horsemanship Junior - 3rd-7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24429. Western Horsemanship Senior - 8th grade or above on Jan. 1

Class 24430. Western Horsemanship Gaited Horse – All Grades

Class 24432: Western Pleasure First Year Walk/Trot - For Members in their first year riding. May have

shown in hand classes, but first time on a horse. If you are entering in this class then the only other class

eligible to enter is the Western Horsemanship First Year Walk/Trot. Please see a leader if need

clarification.

Class 24433. Western Pleasure Pony-56 in. and under

Class 24434. Western Pleasure -over 56 in., Junior - 3rd-7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24435. Western Pleasure - over 56 in., Senior - 8th grade or above on Jan. 1

Class 24436. Horse Western Gaited – All Grades

Classes may be sub-divided or combined in the event the number of entries warrant. Also, the

committee reserves the right to change classes being offered as the situation dictates.

High point performance rider award will be given. See Horse and Pony General Rules section, #9 and #10

for more details.

Division 245- English

Class 24501: English Pleasure Walk/Trot 1

Year- When entering a novice class there are some

restrictions, please see a leader for clarification.

Class 24502. English Pleasure (non-gaited) – 3

– 7

grade on Jan. 1

Class 24503. English Pleasure (non-gaited) – 8

grade or above on Jan. 1

Class 24504. English Pleasure (Gaited) – All Grades

Class 24506. English Equitation (non-gaited) - 3

– 7

grade on Jan. 1

Class 24507. English Equitation (non-gaited) - 8

grade and above on Jan. 1

Class 24508. English Equitation (Gaited) – All Grades

Class 24510. Hunter Hack – 3

– 7

grade on Jan. 1

Class 24511. Hunter Hack - 8

grade and above on Jan. 1

Classes may be sub-divided or combined in the event the number of entries warrant. Also the

committee reserves the right to change classes being offered as the situation dictates.

High point performance rider award will be given. See Horse and Pony General Rules section, #9 and #10

for more details.

Division 246 - Halter Classes

Class 24601. Halter-geldings - 3rd-7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24602. Halter-geldings - 8th grade or above on Jan. 1

Class 24603. Halter-mares - 3rd-7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24604. Halter-mares - 8th grade or above on Jan. 1

Class 24605. Halter-ponies 56 in. and under

Champion and Reserve Champion in all halter classes will compete for Grand and Reserve Grand

Champion Halter Horse.

Division 247 - Showmanship at Halter

Class 24702. First year members (does not qualify for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion class)

Class 24703. Junior Showmanship - 3rd-7th grade on Jan. 1

Class 24704. Senior Showmanship – 8

-12

grade on Jan. 1

Champion and Reserve Champion in Junior and Senior along with miniature horse showmanship will

compete for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion.

Wrangler Club Awards Given

1. Outstanding 4-Her Award - Open to any age member. The award is based on attendance and

participation in Wrangler, area, and state Horse & Pony activities.

2. Over-All Horsemanship Award - Open to any age member. A 4-Her may receive the award only twice

in his or her 4-H career. Award is based on attendance and participation in Wrangler, Area, and State

Horse & Pony activities.

3. Clean Stall Award - A clean stall award will be given to a first year Wrangler member and another

Wrangler member who have been judged to have the cleanest stall during the fair. Points are awarded

by the chaperons and leaders over the course of fair week.

4. Lexi Mattingly Award - Club members will choose nominees for this award. The award is based on

helpfulness, sportsmanship, and overall attitude. Leaders will choose award recipient from among the

nominees if there is a tie.

5. Stall Decorating Award - Stall decorations must be made by the 4-Her. Decorations must be safe and

are limited to the front of the stall. Consideration will be given to 4-Hers who incorporate the current

Dubois County Fair theme into the decorations.

6. Outstanding Novice – Awarded to the novice (1

-3

year member) who has shown most improvement

and sportsmanship throughout the 4-H year.

Horse & Pony General Rules

1. First and foremost, all exhibitors, parents, and spectators will conduct themselves as ladies and

gentlemen. They will be expected to conduct themselves in a manner as to set a good example for

other 4-H exhibitors and other spectators at the show. Impolite behavior, poor sportsmanship,

disruptive actions, may cause disqualification and/or cause for personal removal from the grounds.

2. To show at the Dubois County 4-H Fair, a 4-H'er must:

a. Complete and turn in an Indiana 4-H Horse & Pony Ownership, Enrollment and Entry Form by May

15 via 4-H Online. (Unlimited number of animals may be enrolled)

1. Use Google Chrome to access 4-H Online and any pictures uploaded need to be in jpeg

format.

b. Attend a combined total of four events from the Horse & Pony scheduled meetings, horsemanship

camp, and/or county sponsored 4-H events of which at least three are with the animal that has

been enrolled on the State Entry Form.

c. A limit of two horses per 4-Her will be imposed at the Dubois County 4-H Fair. Also, only one entry

per class will be accepted per 4-Her at the Dubois County 4-H Fair.

3. Only 4-H Horse and Pony members shall ride, drive or lunge their enrolled animals at the fairgrounds

during fair week or during mock shows. Exception: In the interest of safety a 4-H Horse & Pony leader

may allow an immediate family member to ride, drive or lunge a 4-H'ers horse or pony. Only 4-Hers

and/or parents will prepare horse for 4-H show.

4. Attire - All exhibitors shall wear appropriate attire as outlined in the Indiana 4-H Horse & Pony

Handbook. Properly fitted ASTM standard F1163 (or above) certified helmet must be worn whenever

mounted, or driving.

5. Any 4-H Horse & Pony project deemed by the 4-Her, parent, or 4-H leader to be a "kicker" must be

designated with a visible red ribbon in the tail. It is the 4-H member's responsibility to make sure each

time the animal is brought to the fairgrounds it is designated by a prominent red ribbon in the tail.

6. Any animal exhibited must be shown and owned by the contestant, or owned in partnership with the

contestant's father, mother, brother, sister, grandparent or legal guardian. Exception: Leased animals

may be shown subject to approval of both the County 4-H Horse and Pony Committee and the

extension educator in charge in the county from which the entry is submitted. Leasing is considered the

equivalent of ownership of a 4-H project animal. The 4-H'er should be regularly involved in the care of

the horse regardless of where stabled and the 4-H'er should have exclusive show use of the animal

during the 4-H lease period. Any animal whether owned or leased by the exhibitor must be on display

at the fairgrounds DURING THE ENTIRE FAIR WEEK.

7. Indiana state 4-H imposes vaccination requirements for horse show participants beyond the

requirements of the Indiana State Board of Animal Health minimum requirements. A current year

vaccination record must be on file for each horse enrolled in the 4-H program.

8. Placing - Six placings will be awarded in each class. First and second place will receive champion and

reserve champion. Third – sixth place will get placing ribbons.

9. High point performance rider award will be given to one junior member/horse combination and one

senior member/horse combination in non-gaited and a one member in gaited. This award is based

upon points accumulated in Division 244 and 245 using a six point system. First Place – six points,

Second Place – 5 points, Third place – 4 points, Fourth place – 3 points, Fifth place – 2 points and

Sixth place – 1 point. All other placings will be awarded with a participation ribbon.

10. High Point Gaming Trophy will be awarded to a junior member and a senior member. This award is

based upon points accumulated in Division 241 and Division 242 using a six point system. First Place –

six points, Second Place – 5 points, Third place – 4 points, Fourth place – 3 points, Fifth place – 2

points and Sixth place – 1 point. All other placings will be awarded with a participation ribbon.

11. High Point Miniature Award will be awarded to one junior member and one senior member. This award

is based upon points accumulated in Division 243 using a six point system. First Place – six points,

Second Place – 5 points, Third place – 4 points, Fourth place – 3 points, Fifth place – 2 points and

Sixth place – 1 point. All other placings will be awarded with a participation ribbon.

12. High Point Awards could be suspended for the junior and/or senior members for the year if there is a

lack of participation in any of the high point awards.

13. Each member is required to show in at least one halter and/or showmanship class.

14. 4-H Horse and Pony Executive Club Leaders- this group has the responsibility of bringing needs of

species to the 4-H Council Livestock Committee, oversee check in at fair, oversee ID days, provide

barn chaperones as needed, provide volunteers to run the show, and livestock barn set up. Also advise

and assist the leaders in the development of the Dubois County Horse and Pony program.

15. 4-H Council Livestock Committee – this group is the decision makers, review suggestions from species

committees, review concerns and grievances from livestock individuals, set livestock dates, oversee

and enforce rules, and procedures of the livestock program. 4-H Council Livestock Committee also

has the right to remove any animal during the week of the fair for the health of the animal or for

the safety of any person(s).

LATCH HOOK (Formerly Rug Hooking): ARTS & CRAFTS

(Eligible to be selected for State Fair)

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Exhibits will be entered into the following classes for judging: Beginner: Grade

3-5; Intermediate: Grade 6-8; Advanced: Grade 9-12. All Levels - 4-H member can exhibit 1 or more

projects of their own design utilizing different techniques and project was completed in current year.

Suggested, not required - Pin the label on your exhibit securely with a large safety pin.

All articles should be exhibited in their finished state, that is, pillows should be stuffed, wall hangings

should be ready to hang, and rugs must have binding.

Attach to project – 4-H-618a-W “4-H Craft Information Card” for description of work completed on the

project.

Exhibit should be more advanced each year.

BEGINNER (Grade 3-5) - Exhibit an article made from a simple purchased kit (design stamped on canvas).

Examples: pillow, rug, wall-hanging.

INTERMEDIATE (Grade 6-8) – Exhibit an article made from a more difficult purchased kit (design stamped

on canvas). Design and size of exhibit should be more challenging than Beginner level and with each

advancing year in project.

ADVANCED (Grade 9-12) – Exhibit an article made from a more difficult purchased kit or design your own.

If your own design, attach your graph paper pattern to the exhibit. The graph must be to scale with

blocks colored exactly as they are latched. Graph is not required to be actual size of item.

LAWN AND GARDEN TRACTOR SAFETY & OPERATOR SKILLS (State Fair Exhibit)

Exhibit Introduction - The 4-H lawn and garden tractor and equipment program develops principles of

engine operation, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, safe operation skills.

State Fair Entries: 4 educational exhibits per county; one per level

3 junior and 3 senior driving contestants will qualify at the county level to compete at the area level

contest. 3 junior and 3 senior driving contestants will qualify at the area level to compete at the

state contest.

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

References: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where

information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit.

See References under General Exhibit Information page 15 for additional guidelines.

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear

plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on

a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to

place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.

Youth may exhibit in the operator skills option, educational exhibit option or both. Youth choosing to exhibit

in the lawn and garden tractor, tractor, or zero-turn mower operator skills driving option must select one, but

may be enrolled in all three projects.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using

information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any lawn and

garden tractor safety, maintenance, operating system or operation topic of choice that is age/grade

appropriate.

Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any lawn and

garden tractor safety, maintenance, operating system or operation topic of choice that is age/grade

appropriate.

Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any tractor safety,

maintenance, operating system or operation topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any lawn and

garden tractor safety, maintenance, operating system or operation topic of choice that is age/grade

appropriate. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.

Operator Skills Option

The operator skills component is an educational and training activity conducted by adult 4-H volunteers. A

parent or guardian is encouraged to be present when their child is operating a lawn and garden tractor. The

adult 4-H volunteer has the authority to deny a child the opportunity to participate in the operator skills

option when it is deemed a child is unable to safely operate a lawn and garden tractor due to size, weight,

or any other reason that could place the child and/or others in harm.

Junior (grades 3-7 suggested)

Youth will demonstrate their operation skills by driving a lawn and garden tractor through an obstacle

course as outlined in 4-H 84, Conducting 4-H Operator Safety Contests.

Senior (grades 8-12 suggested)

Youth will demonstrate their operation skills by driving a lawn and garden tractor through an obstacle

course as outlined in 4-H 84, Conducting 4-H Operator Safety Contests.

LLAMA AND ALPACA

Manual Information: See page 12 for project manual information. Project Manual completion is not a

requirement.

Animal Education Posters: See Animal Education page 21. ALL POSTERS need to be turned in on

check in day for the exhibit buildings. DO NOT turn any posters in at animal check ins.

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Llama and Alpaca Exhibition General Rules

1. All exhibitors, parents, and spectators will conduct themselves in a positive manner. They will be

expected to conduct themselves in a manner as to set a good example for other 4-H exhibitors and

other spectators at the show. Impolite behavior, poor sportsmanship, disruptive actions, may cause

disqualification and/or cause for personal removal from the grounds.

2. To exhibit at the Dubois County 4-H Fair, a 4-H'er must complete and turn in an Indiana 4-H Llama and

Alpaca Ownership, Enrollment and Entry Form by May 15 via 4-H Online. (Unlimited number of animals

may be enrolled)

a. Use Google Chrome to access 4-H Online and any pictures uploaded need to be in jpeg format.

3. Any animal exhibited must be shown and owned by the contestant, or owned in partnership with the

contestant's father, mother, brother, sister, grandparent or legal guardian. Exception: Leased animals

may be shown subject to approval of the extension educator in charge in the county from which the

entry is submitted. Leasing is considered the equivalent of ownership of a 4-H project animal. The 4-

H'er should be regularly involved in the care of the llama and alpaca regardless of where stabled and

the 4-H'er should have exclusive show use of the animal during the 4-H lease period. Any animal

whether owned or leased by the exhibitor must be on display at the fairgrounds DURING THE ENTIRE

FAIR WEEK.

4. Exhibition - Llama and Alpacas will be exhibition only until there are five to make a class. Potential

classes could include showmanship and obstacle in hand.

5. 4-H Council Livestock Committee – this group is the decision makers, review suggestions from species

committees, review concerns and grievances from livestock individuals, set livestock dates, oversee

and enforce rules, and procedures of the livestock program.

Llama and Alpaca Craft Exhibit Guidelines

Exhibit Introduction – Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing

creativity using llama or alpaca fiber.

State Fair Entries: 3 entries per county; one per level

Overall Exhibit Guidelines: Youth may exhibit any art or craft using llama or alpaca fiber. All Levels - 4-H

member can exhibit 1 or more projects of their own design utilizing different techniques and project was