This document is only for enrolled 4-H members – for all other Jefferson County Fair information visit https://jeffcofairgrounds.org/fair/
This document currently being revised and will be finalized June 1st 2026. It will be sent to all 4-H members in Jefferson County and adjacent Counties.
4-H Schedule:
Horse Pre-Fair – July 12th 2026 – All 4-H Entries due July 15th 2026 via FairEntry.
ENTRY SCHEDULE | Sunday 8/9 Still Life Entries | Monday 8/10 4-H Building Closed | Tuesday 8/11 4-H Building Closed | Wednesday 8/12 Vet Check – 5-7pm 4-H Orientation 7:30pm |
| FAIR SCHEDULE | Thursday 8/13 Cow Vet Check | Friday 8/14 Cat Vet Check Fair Opens at 10am 4-H Presentations all day | Saturday 8/15 Fair Opens at 10am 4-H Presentations all day | Sunday 8/16 Fair Opens at 10am 4-H Presentations all day Parade of Champions Fair Ends at 6pm |
4-H Fair Rules:
| WHO CAN PARTICIPATE | – Youth, ages 5-19, enrolled in 4-H by July 1. – Invited Out-of-County exhibitors may enter as space is available. A letter of invitation with a premium book will be sent to invited counties. |
GRADE LEVEL GROUPS | – Cloverbuds: 5 to 7 years of age – Juniors: 8 to 10 years of age – Intermediates: 11 to 13 years of age – Seniors: 14 to less-than 19 years of age – “4-H Age” is determined by youth’s age on October 1, 2025. |
ENTRY PROCEDURE | All entries must be made online via FairEntry by July 15th – Late entries may be accepted on a case by case basis. Out of County entrants must complete the following forms: – Emergency Contact Form & Release – Chaperone Policy |
| ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | All 4-H members are required to work at least 8 hours preparing the fairgrounds and/or cleaning up during or after Fair. Premium Points are awarded for this work. See Dept. B |
| RECORD BOOKS | 4-H members’ Record Books should be up-to-date. Use WSU Publications #s C0932, C0934, C0935, and add sheets according to 4-H Age Level and 4-H project(s). |
STILL-LIFE RULES | Current Entries: The item entered must be canned, grown, or made by a 4-H youth during the current 4-H year. 4-H members may exhibit only in the projects in which they are enrolled, except for Departments A-D. Exhibit Entry: Bring entries to 4-H Building on days/times indicated on the 4-H Schedule at the top of the page. Late exhibit entries will be accepted for display only with the approval of the 4-H Building Superintendent. Exhibits must be properly cleaned, fitted, or groomed and placed at the Fairgrounds by the proper entry deadlines. Exhibit Display Timeline: Exhibits must remain on display Friday, Saturday, and until 6 p.m. on Sunday of the Fair. Exhibits will not be released before 6 p.m. on Sunday. If an Exhibitor removes his/her entry before 6 p.m. on Sunday without written permission from the Department Superintendent, the premium points for the Exhibitor will be forfeited. Contact the Superintendent for directions about exhibits going to the State 4-H Fair All exhibitors must notify building/barn Superintendents if they wish to remove any portion of an exhibit (e.g., posters, still-life) to use with a public presentation, 4-H in Action, or other fair contest or activity. Number of Exhibits: One entry per lot except in lots as listed, or with Superintendent’s permission. Exhibit Cards: Some exhibits require a 3” x 5” card of information. If the card is missing, the exhibit score may be lowered by the Judge. Special Ribbons: may be given at the discretion of the Judge for outstanding exhibits in still-life departments. Entry Pick Up: PLEASE pick up exhibits between 6-8 p.m. Sunday evening. Any exhibits left in the 4-H Building will be taken to the Oscar Erickson Building for pick up during the week after the Fair. Call the Fair Office for more information. Entries not picked up by two weeks after the Fair will be forfeited. All Still Life entrants are asked to help take down displays and decorations at 6 p.m. on Sunday. |
| ANIMAL PROJECT RULES | Deadlines: Any large animal entered must be the 4-H member’s own project selected by June 1 of the current year. A completed Animal Certificate must be on file with the local Extension office. Exceptions are by 4-H Council approval only. Entry Fees: Any required animal entry fees are payable to the Jefferson County Fair. Incomplete entries or those missing fees will not be accepted and might be returned. Questions? Please call the Jefferson County Fair Office (360) 385-1013. Number of Animal Entries: An Exhibitor may participate and enter an animal(s) in up to 3 different animal project areas only and as long as they are able to fulfill the herdsmanship requirements for each department. (Must participate in herdsmanship at least once a day in each animal area). Animal Participation Orientation: Members exhibiting or participating in animal areas must attend an orientation meeting in their respective barns. A seperate and required All 4-H Orientation must be attended prior to receiving wristband and exhibiting at the Fair. Herdsmanship guidelines: |
| ADMISSION FEES | All enrolled 4-H exhibitors will receive a badge that will identify them for free admission. Parents and chaperones will not recieve a badge unless they are a fully certified 4-H Volunteer. Badges will be distributed to all 4-H’ers and Volunteers at the 4-H Orientation. |
| STATE FAIR PARTICIPATION | To be eligible to participate in the State 4-H Fair, non-Cloverbud members must either receive a blue ribbon or meet State Fair requirements. Livestock entries to State are limited based on County Allocation. Only items for which there are classes and lots in the State 4-H Fair Premium Book may be exhibited. State Fair information can be found here (link) |
| PREMIUMS | Premiums are monies awarded for all exhibits/activities that have earned a ribbon at the Fair. Premium points are assigned for each ribbon earned. The amount of points varies depending on the article, activity, or department in which the exhibit or exhibitor is entered. In the Premium Book each number indicates the points you will receive for a Blue (B), Red (R) or White (W) ribbon in that particular department. Each point is worth a small amount of money that may vary from year to year. The value of the points will be determined after the Fair, based on total points awarded and monies allocated for premiums. Exhibits are judged by the “Danish System.” Under the Danish System, judges evaluate each exhibit judged on its own merits (not by comparison with others) and may give more than one Blue, Red, and White ribbon in each lot. Participation ribbons may be awarded with designated premium points. Premiums are awarded by the Jefferson County Fair – Checks must be cashed within 60 days of the end of the Fair. Premium Point Window: In activities that are held more than two (2) weeks before or two (2) weeks after the Jefferson County Fair dates, the participants will receive ribbon awards only. |
| GENERAL FAIR RULES AND 4-H POLICIES | 4-H members will be required to follow all General Rules of the Jefferson County Fair (see Open Class Premium Book). 4-H members and families also are required to follow all policies outlined in the WSU Extension 4-H Policy and Procedure Handbook (link). |
| 4-H PREMIUM BOOK CHANGES | If there are any changes or updates for the Premium Book after June 1st they will be indicated with a footnote. |
| BEHAVIOR | 4-H Exhibitors found in violation of rules or practices of Jefferson County 4-H or the Jefferson County Fair, or engaging in unethicalor destructive behavior shall be penalized by forfeiture of all premiums, prizes, ribbons and awards or privileges as deemed appropriate to the circumstances. The situation will be acted upon by a committee within 24 hours or before Monday after the Fair. Committee consists of a mediation panel from the 4-H Council, 4-H Extension Representative, Fair Board Representative, and the Authorities if necessary. Parents or Guardians will be notified. Use or possession of tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs or any type of weapon by 4-H Members on the Fairgrounds is prohibited. 4-H Code of Conduct (link). National Showring Code of Ethics (link). |
STILL LIFE
AA. Cloverbuds – (4-H members ages 5-7 – Including Animal Projects)
A. Creative Kids: Classes for all Int-Senior Members.
B. 4-H Club Promotion/Educational Posters
I. Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
ANIMAL PROJECTS
S. Sheep, Fleece, Wool & Fiber
Y. Master Showman
AA. Cloverbuds
This is the ONLY department in which Cloverbud 4-H members may enter Cloverbud exhibits are not eligible for 4-H State Fair Cloverbud members receive participation points and participation ribbons and/or rosettes in each area entered as listed.
| CLASS: 101 CLUB PROMOTION Premium Points: 10 points | Lot 1. Project Poster Lot 2. Project Safety or Promote 4-H Poster Lot 3. Current 4-H Record Book (WSU Publication #CO932) |
| CLASS: 101 CLUB PROMOTION Premium Points: 10 points | Lot 1. Clothing & Textiles Lot 2. Needle Arts Lot 3. Food & Nutrition Lot 4. Drawing or Painting Lot 5. General Art, Craft, or Hobby Item Lot 6. Photography & Videography Lot 7. Plant Science Lot 8. Entomology Lot 9. Environmental Science Lot 10. Mechanical Science (Includes Lego Constructions) Lot 11. Fair Theme-Related Exhibit Lot 12. Self Determined or Other Exhibit |
4-H’ers may enter only in projects they are enrolled in . Large Animal projects may be shown by a Cloverbud.
| CLASS 103 – CAVIES CLASS 104 – CATS CLASS 105 – DOGS CLASS 106 – POCKET PETS CLASS 107 – POULTRY CLASS 108 – PYGMY GOATS CLASS 109 – RABBITS CLASS 108 – REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS | Lot 1. Showmanship – 25 points Lot 2. Herdsmanship – 15 points Lot 3. Equipment – 5 points Lot 4. Judging – 15 points Lot 5. Other – 5 points |
A. CREATIVE KIDS
Exhibitors do not need to be enrolled in related project areas to enter this department. Entries are limited to one entry per lot. For all classes Include a 3”x5” card explaining item & technique used. Exhibits with * are not eligible for the Washington State Fair.
| CLASS 201: NATURE CRAFT Use items found in nature (any color or any pattern) to create. Creativity Encouraged. Creation should be usable and/or decorative. All items are to be constructed by the exhibitor. Maximum size of the entry is 18”x18”x18”. Items may be made from a pattern or may be an original design. Some things judges consider are: creativeness, design, workmanship, and craftsmanship Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 202: RECYCLED NEWSPAPER You must use newspaper as the primary basis for your creation. The creation should be either usable or decorative. Maximum size of the entry is 18”x18”x18”. Items may be made from a pattern or an original design. All items are to be constructed by the member. Consider creativeness, design, workmanship and craftsmanship. Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 203: CULINARY PROJECT CHOCOLATE All entries are to be made from “scratch”. Items that require refrigeration will not be allowed. All entries must be baked. Entries will contain chocolate in some form. Items containing raw eggs will not be allowed. All entries must include the recipe used in preparing the item. Include 4 cookies, muffins, or other individual items. If a loaf or pan is used for baking, send ¼ of the item (bread, cake, etc.) Enter on a disposable plate and sealed plastic bag. Alcoholic items may not be used in the preparation of entry. Consider: appearance, texture, flavor and aroma. Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
CLASS 204: POETRY- SUMMER FUN
Entries must be original work completed within the past year. Each entry is limited to one 8 ½” x 11” page. 12 point or larger (easily read font) or hand printed. Illustrations are permitted, must fit on the one page. Metered, free verse, haiku, or any other style of poetry Consider organization, word choices, fluency, neatness, grammar, punctuation and spelling. Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6
| Lot 1 | Juniors, ages 8-10 |
| Lot 2 | Intermediates, ages 11-13 |
| Lot 3 | Seniors, ages 14-18 |
CLASS 205 – PHOTOS – SUMMER FUN
Photos must be either 5”x7” or 8”x10”. Firmly mounted on matte board. All entries must be printed on photographic paper. Photos MUST be representative of the subject “SUMMER FUN”. Photo Label (C0890) should be completed and attached to the entry. Framed entries and non-mounted entries will not be accepted. Photos must have been taken by the 4-H member. All photos must be captioned. Consider: quality of photo, interest, storytelling ability, presentation and mounting. Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6
| Lot 1 | Juniors, ages 8-10 |
| Lot 2 | Intermediates, ages 11-13 |
| Lot 3 | Seniors, ages 14-18 |
CLASS 206: GARDEN PROJECT GIFT BASKET
Select a small basket (12”x12” maximum) and fill it with tools, seeds, and supplies for your garden. Items must be usable. It is preferable that at least one item in the basket be handmade. Total cost of all items in the basket shall not exceed $12. A 3” x 5” card must accompany the entry describing how the items was made and its use. Some things judges consider in gift baskets: usability, theme, creativity and presentation. Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6
| Lot 1 | Juniors, ages 8-10 |
| Lot 2 | Intermediates, ages 11-13 |
| Lot 3 | Seniors, ages 14-18 |
CLASS 207 – SEWING FOR FUN*
Enter any type of item you have sewn yourself. Advanced items must include A 3” x 5” card must accompany the entry describing how the items was made and its use.
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 8, Red 6, White 4 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 3 | Advanced – Premium Points: Blue 12, Red 10, White 8 |
CLASS 208 – FOOD FOR FUN*
Enter something you have cooked yourself, homemade table favors, a centerpiece or even a meal. Advanced items must include A 3” x 5” card must accompany the entry describing how the items was made and its use.
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 8, Red 6, White 4 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 3 | Advanced – Premium Points: Blue 12, Red 10, White 8 |
CLASS 209 – FIBER ARTS FOR FUN*
Enter knitting, crocheting, needlecrafts, quilts and more! Advanced items must include A 3” x 5” card must accompany the entry describing how the items was made and its use.
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 8, Red 6, White 4 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 3 | Advanced – Premium Points: Blue 12, Red 10, White 8 |
CLASS 210: PLANT SCIENCE*
Enter things you have grown: Vegetables, Herbs, Fruit, Flowers – must be grown by 4-H member. Advanced items must include A 3” x 5” card must accompany the entry describing how the items was made and its use.
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 8, Red 6, White 4 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 3 | Advanced – Premium Points: Blue 12, Red 10, White 8 |
CLASS 211: MECHANICAL SCIENCE*
Enter things you have made: woodworking, Legos, robotics et cetera – must be made by 4-H member. Advanced items must include A 3” x 5” card must accompany the entry describing how the items was made and its use.
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 8, Red 6, White 4 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 3 | Advanced – Premium Points: Blue 12, Red 10, White 8 |
CLASS 212: FAIR THEMED STILL LIFE EXHIBITS*
Make something in the theme of the fair. This can be a craft item: prepared food, something you have sewn, a display or something made with pictures. Advanced items must include A 3” x 5” card must accompany the entry describing how the items was made and its use. The theme this year is “Future in Bloom: Celebrating our Youth”
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 8, Red 6, White 4 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 3 | Advanced – Premium Points: Blue 12, Red 10, White 8 |
B. 4-H Club Promotion/Educational Posters
Exhibits will be displayed as space allows, in appropriate barn if based on an animal project. 4-H promotion will be exhibited in the 4-H Building along with other still-life themed posters. Poster must be readable from a distance of 10 feet. No copyrighted illustrations or cartoons may be used in educational displays or posters. The following classes are open to all Non-Cloverbud, Jefferson County 4-H members and invited out-of-county 4-H members. Posters, charts, graphs, mobiles, dioramas, etc. will be judged and available for pick up the Tuesday before the Fair opens. Those with table-or-larger displays in the 4-H Building need to request space by contacting the 4-H Building Superintendent at least one week before Fair. WSU Publication #C0679 “Educational Display Scorecard” will be used in judging displays (including posters). The exhibitor should add his/her name and county on the back of each poster. A Still-Life Entry Tag must be firmly attached to each entry. Exhibitor may enter a poster in three (3) different project areas. Exhibitors may also enter a project safety poster and 4-H promotion poster. Minimum poster size is 14” x 22”. Charts and graphs same size as posters. Misspelled words, poor grammar, and/or sloppiness on a poster will lower the premium points on the poster. Computer-generated posters must be prepared only by the 4-H exhibitor. No copyrighted illustrations or cartoons may be used in educational displays or posters. Posters must be readable from a distance of 10 feet. Posters with rigid frames or glass/plexi glass will not be accepted. Posters for use as part of a Club display will not be judged as an individual exhibit. Posters destined for buildings other than the 4-H Building will be available for pick-up 10 a.m. Thursday, or earlier. Only the Club leader enters the Club’s display.
NO GLITTER PLEASE!
CLASS 301: EDUCATIONAL DISPLAYS Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Project Poster 1 |
| Lot 2 | Project Poster 2 |
| Lot 3 | Project Poster 3 |
| Lot 4 | Safety Poster |
| Lot 5 | 4-H Promotion Poster |
| Lot 6 | Table Display to fit 30”x30” space (tri-fold) |
| Lot 7 | Large Display approximately 3’x 6’ – 4’x 8’ |
| Lot 8 | Club Display- club leader, only, enters display in club name. All Club members will get premium points |
CLASS 302: CURRENT YEAR RECORD BOOK
Non-Cloverbud 4-H members use WSU Publication #CO934 (Level 2) and project add sheets; Seniors use Level 2, project add-sheets, and WSU Publication #CO935 (Level 2 Permanent).
Judged for Participation only – 10 points per lot
| Lot 1 | 4-H Record Book |
| Lot 2 | Club Officer Book |
| Lot 3 | Alternative Record Book* |
CLASS 303: WA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT DISPLAY
The intent of the display is to promote and inform the public of the various WA agricultural products. Each display shall focus on one WA agricultural product: beef, dairy products, lamb, pork, apples, asparagus, wheat, salmon, oysters, cranberries, etc. The display shall consist of one 3-panel display board. The display board shall be no more than 36 inches tall. The center panel shall be no larger than 24 inches wide and the two side panels shall be no larger than 12 inches wide. The display may include photos, drawings, diagrams, statistics, etc. that will fully represent the size and scope of the product in WA state. The display should include the historical or cultural aspects of agricultural product, the nutritional aspect of the product, the economic impact of the product on our state, and at least one way in which the agricultural product may be used. The display should follow the general rules for Educational Displays (Class 70) at the State 4-H Fair. Scorecard C0679 will be used to judge the displays. Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Junior Member Agricultural Display |
| Lot 2 | Intermediate Member Agriculture Display |
| Lot 3 | Senior Member Agriculture Display |
| Lot 4 | Club Agriculture Display – created by multiple members of the same 4-H club, all members will get premium points |
C – FAIR ACTIVITIES
The following classes are open to all Non-Cloverbud Jefferson County 4-H members. Entries are limited to one entry per lot. Exhibits with * are not eligible for the Washington State Fair.
Class 400 – PUBLIC PRESENTATION & DEMONSTRATIONS
Schedule time & place the 4-H Building during Entry Days (see “4-H Building Pre-Fair Schedule”). WSU Publication #C0430 will be used to evaluate. Blue-ribbon judged presentations/demonstrations are eligible for Washington State 4-H Fair. Indicate if a presentation was given at the spring activity on the contest evaluation sheet to be given to judge. Presentations/demonstrations to be presented in the 4-H Building. No presentations/demonstrations allowed using a live animal. Designate on entry form if presentation is a Demonstration, Illustrated Talk or a Public speech. PowerPoint presentations may be used by Junior, Intermediate, and Senior 4-H presenters. Please notify the 4-H Building Superintendent if you will be presenting using a PowerPoint. Team presentations (2 or more members) are encouraged. One team score will be earned and a ribbon and premium points given to each member.
| Lot 1 | Demonstration at County Fair – Not Judged – Participation only 20 Premium Points |
| Lot 2 | Demonstration at County Fair – Judged – Blue 40, Red 32, White 25 |
| Lot 3 | Lot 4. Demonstration at County Fair & Spring Presentation Event – Judged Blue 50, Red 42, White 35 |
Class 401- 4-H IN ACTION
This activity is “Showing & Telling” of some aspect of a 4-H project. Individuals, teams, and groups are encouraged to share an activity with the public. Activities may be performed in the 4-H Building and/or in another 4-H-related building/barn/arena. Schedule time for activity in appropriate department on Fair Entry Days (i.e., 4-H Building and/or 4-H Animal Projects). Participants are responsible for completing an activity log form and the Department Superintendent will verify participation. Activity Logs must be returned to 4-H Fair Office by Sunday afternoon. Each 4-H member doing a “4-H In Action” will be expected to spend 60 minutes in the activity. Check in for the activity 15 minutes before your scheduled time. Only Superintendent-approved 4-H In Action activities will be eligible for Washington State 4-H Fair. Premium Points: Participation 20
| Lot 1 | Demonstration of work from 4-H member’s project area |
| Lot 2 | Demonstration of a 4-H experience (e.g., service project) |
| Lot 3 | Art/Craft Project demonstration with group participation |
| Lot 4 | Drill Team Participation (requires approval from Department Superintendent) |
| Lot 5 | Demonstration of start-to-finish, mechanical science project (e.g. build a robot & programming challenge). |
| Lot 7 | Other Demonstration (please include description of demonstration in entry forms) |
CLASS 402 – FASHION & WEARABLE ART
Premium Points: Participation 20
| Lot 1 | Creative Consumers of Fashion Activity. May consist of garments and accessories purchased by the participant and/or remodeled or recycled clothing. Complete data sheets (C1079E), photos, etc. must be provided. Each separate piece must have a permanently attached care label, or a 3 x 5 inch card with care instructions. All sleepwear made for children through size 12 must be made of flame-retardant fabrics. All judging of this activity will be done on stage before the public. This includes both modeling and interview judging. |
| Lot 2 | $20 Challenge. Must include a top (shirt, blouse, etc) and a bottom (pants, shorts, skirt, etc) or may be a one-piece total garment. Complete data sheets (C1079E), photos, etc. must be provided. Receipts for purchasing the outfit must be attached. Total cost of the outfit must be no more than $20. The cost figure does not apply to shoes and/or accessories. Lot 2 is open to all 4-H members who may be purchasing clothing for their own specific project (i.e. show clothes) Shopping may be done at thrift stores, consignment shops, garage sales, ebay, or any other source of used clothing. If repairs and embellishments are done to the outfit, the cost of repairs and embellishments must be included in the total cost. |
| Lot 3 | Fashion Review. The outfit entered must be an item made (sewn, knitted, crocheted) and modeled by the participant and be the same garment entered in the county qualifying event. The outfit worn may include purchased incidental items or items not made in a 4-H project, such as blouse, shirt, sweater, accessories, etc. Contestants shall bring completed Fashion Revue Personal Data Sheet (EM0682E) with them on the day of their activity. Each separate piece must have a permanently attached care label, or a 3 x 5 inch card with care instructions. All sleepwear made for children through size 12 must be made of flame-retardant fabrics. |
Participants may only enter one lot.
Class 403 – Hospitality & Community Service
| Lot 1 | Host in the 4-H Building* All 4-H members exhibiting in the 4-H Building are encouraged to sign up for at least (1) one-hour shift during the Fair days. Shift hours are Fri./Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.. Sign up for hosting on the Monday of fair the 4-H Building between 3-7 p.m.. At the beginning of a shift, the host will check in with the 4-H Building Superintendent. After doing so, the host will welcome the public and be prepared to answer questions and/or give tours of the building. The host will help to keep the building tidy during his/her shift(s). Premium Points: Participation 50 for each hour session. – can be repeated an unlimited number of times. |
| Lot 2 | Fairgrounds Cleanup* All 4-H members participating in Fair are required to work at least 8 hours in preparing the fairgrounds before and/or cleaning up after Fair. 4-H members’ family/friends may contribute work towards members’ hours. Workdays in all other4-H fair departments will be scheduled by the department Superintendent, who will also determine and track that department’s required amount of work. Department Superintendent and/or leader document participation and returns results to the 4-H Building by Monday after Fair. Cleanup takes place immediately after Fair closes on Sunday. Premium Points: Participation 30 for each 2 hour session – can be repeated an unlimited number of times. |
| Lot 3 | Clerking Open to Intermediate and Senior 4-H members only. Schedule time with department Superintendent. Department Superintendent will verify participation on activity log and returns results to the 4-H Fair Office by Sunday afternoon. Premium Points: Participation 50 for each 1 hour session – can be repeated an unlimited number of times. |
Class 407 – Performing Arts
Performances may consist of activities such as singing, drama, puppetry, dancing, playing a musical instrument, poetry or spoken-word performance, etc. This is a non-judged activity. Activities may last from 2-5 minutes. Schedule activities in 4-H Building during entry days on Monday and Wednesday. Participants must furnish own equipment (except CD/cassette-tape player and p.a. system). Only 4-H Building Superintendent-approved Performing Arts activities will be eligible for Washington State 4-H Fair. Contact the 4-H Building Superintendent if you plan to perform at State 4-H Fair. Participants may perform on multiple occasions throughout Fair, however, they will receive premium points only one time for this class. Check in for the activity 15 minutes before your scheduled time. Premium Points: Participation 50
| Lot 1 | Individual Performing Arts activity |
| Lot 2 | Group Performing Arts activity |
CLASS 409 – FOOD ACTIVITIES
| Lot 1 | Table Setting. Contestant will submit a written plan for the table setting listing menu and planned occasion. A copy of this plan shall be submitted. Contestant will use their own dishes, utensils, glassware, linens, and centerpiece to demonstrate a correct place setting for two persons. One picture of the contestant preparing the place setting and one picture of the completed setting shall be submitted. The three items (written plan and two pictures) shall be submitted with a completed entry form. Read the General Requirements for Foods Activities. This contest does not permit team competition. Premium Points: Participation 50 points |
| Lot 2 | Foods of the Pacific Northwest. Read the General Requirements for Foods Activities. This contest does not permit team competition. Participants will prepare a dish which features an agricultural product produced in the Pacific Northwest of a food native to the Pacific Northwest. Contestant must submit a report listing the nutritional, historical, and/or cultural aspects of the agricultural product used in the activity. The following items must be submitted: • one picture of the contestant preparing the food item • one picture of the each completed food item in the original preparation pan/dish • one picture of one serving of the prepared food item on/in serving dishes • the completed 4-H Food Activity Worksheet; include the report listing the nutritional, historical and/or cultural aspect of the agricultural product used the activity • completed entry form for the class Premium Points: Participation 50 points for activity |
| Lot 3 | Foods for All Occasions. This lot is open to individuals.4-H members utilizing any international foods curriculum should enter this class if a complete meal is prepared. The maximum cost of the food is $10 per person. That amount is not mandatory; economy is encouraged. Spices and seasoning do not need to be considered in the cost limit. 5. A complete meal for four persons (six persons if a team is cooking) must be prepared. The following items must be submitted • one picture of the contestant(s) preparing the food item • one picture of the each completed food item in the original preparation pan/dish • one picture of the plated foods • one picture of the completed place setting/table décor • the completed 4-H Food Activity Worksheet • completed entry form for the class Premium Points: Participation 50 points |
| Lot 4 | Foods for All Occasions. This lot is open to teams, both team members should be in the same age division. 4-H members utilizing any international foods curriculum should enter this class if a complete meal is prepared. The maximum cost of the food is $10 per person. That amount is not mandatory; economy is encouraged. Spices and seasoning do not need to be considered in the cost limit. A complete meal for four persons (six persons if a team is cooking) must be prepared. The following items must be submitted • one picture of the contestant(s) preparing the food item • one picture of the each completed food item in the original preparation pan/dish • one picture of the plated foods • one picture of the completed place setting/table décor • the completed 4-H Food Activity Worksheet • completed entry form for the class Premium Points: Participation 50 points – Each Team Member will receive Premium Points |
| Lot 5 | My Favorite Foods. 4-H members utilizing any food curriculum should enter this class if a single item is prepared. The following items must be submitted • one picture of the contestant preparing the food item • one picture of the each completed food item in the original preparation pan/dish • one picture of one serving of the prepared food item on/in serving dishes • the completed 4-H Food Activity Worksheet; be sure to include the nutritional value of the food item • completed entry form for the class Premium Points: Participation 50 points |
| Lot 6 | Quick Bread Baking. Participant will prepare a quick bread product. After preparing the bread product and taking a picture, the item should be sliced and/or broken in half to allow the judge to see the inside of the product. Two hour time limit. The following items must be submitted: • one picture of the contestant preparing the food item • one picture of the each completed food (uncut) • one picture of bread product (sliced or broken in half) illustrating the inside of the product • the completed 4-H Food Activity Worksheet; be sure to include the nutritional value of the food item • completed entry form for the class Premium Points: Participation 50 points |
| Lot 7 | Yeast Bread Baking. Participant will prepare a yeast bread product. After preparing the bread product and taking a picture, the item should be sliced and/or broken in half to allow the judge to see the inside of the product. This activity is limited to Intermediate and Seniors only, 3 hour time limit The following items must be submitted: • one picture of the contestant preparing the food item • one picture of the each completed food (uncut) • one picture of bread product (sliced or broken in half) illustrating the inside of the product • the completed 4-H Food Activity Worksheet; be sure to include the nutritional value of the food item • completed entry form for the class Premium Points: Participation 80 points |
D – VETERINARY SCIENCE
CLASS 501: PROJECT EQUIPMENT
These lots are open to all 4-H Members enrolled in animal projects. Entries are limited to one entry per lot. Exhibits with * are not eligible for the Washington State Fair. This class is designed to allow the 4-H member to enter their handmade items that are suitable to be used for other 4-H projects. Suggested items for this class: animal blankets, feed pans, tack boxes, lead ropes, tail bags, show sticks, etc. All items in this class are due with the regular still-life exhibits on the designated days. Judging will be based on workmanship, intended use, and appearance. All items entered must include a 3”x5” card telling about the exhibit; what the item is, it’s use, the project you will use it with, what you did, what was learned in making the exhibit, and how you will maintain the cleanliness of the item. Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10. Additional points maybe awarded at the discretion of the judges/superintendents.
| Lot 1 | Hand Sewn Item to be used in with 4-H Project |
| Lot 2 | Handmade Wooden Item to be used with 4-H project |
| Lot 3 | Handmade Metal Item to be used with 4-H project |
| Lot 4 | Handmade Craft Item to be used with 4-H project |
CLASS 502: VETERINARY SCIENCE*
Open to members enrolled in the Veterinary Science Project. Not eligible for State 4-H Fair.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10.
| Lot 1 | First Aid Kit |
| Lot 2 | Health Record |
| Lot 3 | Scrap Book |
| Lot 4 | Other/Self Determined Veterinary Science Project |
E – FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES
Entries are limited to one entry per lot. Exhibits with * are not eligible for the Washington State Fair. All entries must demonstrate knowledge gained from projects in which the 4-H member is currently enrolled. Alcoholic products are not to be used in any food product exhibit. Include nutritional information on a 3”x5” card. Include 1/4 of a cake, 1/4 of a loaf of bread, or 1/4 of a pie per entry. Include four cookies, rolls, or buns per entry. Do not enter cream filled or chiffon pies, cream based or uncooked products. Exception: cream cheese frostings and glazes that are high in sugar content will be accepted for entry. Entries may be made from a prepared mix or separate ingredients. Recipes are to be included for all exhibits in this class. Include exhibitor name on all recipe cards.
CLASS 601 – FOOD PRODUCT – COOKED
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Yeast Breads and Rolls |
| Lot 2 | Quick Breads and Muffins |
| Lot 3 | Desserts (Cookies, cakes, fruit desserts, pies) |
| Lot 4 | Nutritious Snacks |
| Lot 5 | Any baked item featuring a northwest agricultural product for flavor. |
| Lot 6 | Baked Item – Special Diet enter appropriate number/amount (may be gluten free, diabetic, vegan, etc); |
| Lot 7 | Other Food Product* |
CLASS 602 – FOODS RELATED EXHIBITS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Modified Recipe – start with an existing recipe and modify it for a special diet or to make It healthier; submit a copy of the original recipe and the modified recipe; list the changes to make the item healthier (lower calories, fat content, etc.) |
| Lot 2 | Menu Plan – list a menu for three days on an 8 ½” x 11” paper; include a personal recipe Book with at least 10 recipes that you will use during those three days; recipes to include ingredient list and preparation instructions |
| Lot 3 | Food Gift Basket – a basket containing at least three different home prepared items; may be baked, dried, canned, food mixes, etc.; include a 3” x 5” note card describing the occasion and/or purpose of the basket |
| Lot 4 | Preserved Food Quick Meal – Include a menu for a meal, accompanied by 3-5 jars of home canned/dried food and/or home dried foods to be used in the meal; include a 3” x 5” card with nutritional information, and food preparation methods appropriate to the preserved items |
CLASS 603 – DECORATED FOOD PRODUCT
May be a decorated Styrofoam, plastic, or cardboard form and the actual baked item. Will be evaluated on the artistic work. Only one item may be entered in each lot of this class.
A 3” x 5” card is needed to tell with
- What was used for frosting,
- What tips if any you that you used,
- How you made the decorations and from what.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Decorated Cake – minimum size 8” round, no maximum size. |
| Lot 2 | Decorated Cupcake – submit 3 decorated cupcakes |
| Lot 3 | Decorated Cookies – submit 3 decorated cookies |
| Lot 4 | Good Arts (edible food fixes, etc) recipe must be included. |
CLASS 604 – FOOD PRODUCT – PRESERVED
Processing methods and times must follow current Washington State University and USDA recommendations. All water bath canning must follow current USDA or Ball Blue Book recommendations. All pressure canning must follow current USDA recommendations. Recipes and processing times listed by the National Center for Home Food Preservation are approved by USDA. Youth may find this information at their website https://nchfp.uga.edu/. Due to the potential presence of e-coli and salmonella bacteria on raw meat, Extension-approved instructions on making jerky must be followed. Instructions can be found in the publication PNW 632 Making Jerky at Home Safety (https://pubs.wsu.edu) Dried meats prepared using this publication will be accepted. All Recipes are required for all: Lot 1,2,3,4, except apple sauce, with source. Include exhibitor name on all recipe cards. Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Dried foods |
| Lot 2 | Canned Fruit |
| Lot 3 | Pickles, relishes |
| Lot 4 | Jams, jellies, conserves, marmalades |
| Lot 5 | Canned vegetables |
| Lot 6 | Canned meats, fish and poultry |
Deliver dried foods in plastic food storage bags. Bags may be either self-sealing (zip lock) or be closed with a twist tie. After judging, the superintendent will transfer dried food products to display containers. Please provide 1/4 cup of dried food product for exhibit and judging. Prepare a label, C0804, which is available at the County Extension Office or from WSU publications (https://pubs.wsu.edu) and attach to the bag used to deliver the food products.
All canned products must be exhibited in standard canning jars, sealed with flat metal lids, and screw bands rings. Rings should be included with the exhibit, but must be able to be removed by the judge. The minimum jar size on all canned products shall be 8-oounces (one-half pint). All canned exhibits must be labeled with C0803 (available from your Extension office or from WSU Publications). Indicate “hot” or “raw” pack on canned food exhibit labels. Products canned at elevations about 1000 feet will need additional processing time as described in food preservation publications. Fair judges will accept longer processing times if the words “adjusted for high altitude” appear in parenthesis after the time processed. The exhibitor should indicate if lemon juice or citric acid has been added to any canned tomato product.
CLASS 605 – FINANCIAL & CONSUMER SCIENCES
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the consumer sciences project (maximum of two entries per exhibitor). |
| Lot 2 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the money management project (maximum of two entries per exhibitor). |
F – ART
Entries are limited to one entry per lot. Exhibits with * are not eligible for the Washington State Fair. All entries must demonstrate knowledge gained from projects in which the 4-H member is currently enrolled.
TEXTILE ARTS
Sleepwear, sized 9 months – youth size 14 may be all cotton or cotton blend garments if they are form fitting. Youth gowns and robes (loose) must be made from flame retardant fabric to be labeled as sleepwear. Garments which are made from fabrics that are not considered flame retardant must be labeled and entered as loungewear. Infant sleepwear sized under 9 months are exempt as are adult sized garments. All exhibits in must be accompanied by a 3’X5” card giving the following information: 1) Age of the exhibitor; 2) Number of years in project; 3) care instructions if a separate care label is not permanently attached to the exhibit. If it is a pot holder you must state what kind of stuffing was used on the 3”X5” card. All quilt exhibits must be accompanied by the completed form C1065E – 4-H Quilt Entrant Questionnaire. If questionnaire is missing or incomplete, the exhibit may be dropped one ribbon placing. To apply for special recognition of tailored wool garments, those garments should be made with 100% wool or a wool blend with 60% or more wool content. The garment must be an outfit, jacket, or coat constructed using tailoring techniques. Garments to be considered for this special recognition should be entered with a note on the green entry card “Consider for Tailored Wool Garment Award”. A 2” square of the fashion fabric should be attached to the margin of the entry form, should the sponsor request verification of fiber content prior to awarding prizes. In quilting classes, a quilted entry is defined as a textile article consisting of layers of fabric stitched together by hand or machine and machine or hand quilted with single tacking stitches or multiple stitching lines. Fabrics may be whole cloth or pieced. They may be embellished with fiber art techniques and/or found items. They may be embellished with fiber art techniques and/or found items (beads, charms, feathers, etc.) A 4-H Quilt Entrant Questionnaire must be attached. Fashion revue garments may be entered in construction classes. Entries must be entered on still life entry day and marked on the entry tag as a fashion revue garment. Items will be displayed on stanchions on top of cases or on the stage. Following the fashion review, items must be returned to the superintendent for display for the remainder of the fair. Failure to return garments after modeling will result in the forfeiture of ribbons, awards, and premiums.
CLASS 701 – NON-CLOTHING SEWING ITEMS (items such as kites, pillows, personal accessories, etc.).
| Lot 1 | Simple: Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
CLASS 702 – EMBELLISHED ITEMS – one item allowed in this class per exhibitor
Embellished Items – any purchased or fabric made item embellished by the member using a sewing technique
| Lot 1 | Simple: Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
CLASS 703 – COSTUMES
| Lot 1 | Simple: Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
CLASS 704 – CLOTHING
Premium Points: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Single Separate (skirt, shorts, slacks, blouse, shirt, jumper, loungewear, etc.) |
| Lot 2 | Coordinated separates (two or more garments constructed by exhibitor, such as skirt and blouse, pants, vest, and shirt; jumper and blouse.) |
| Lot 3 | Any Loungewear Item |
| Lot 4 | Any Daytime Dress |
| Lot 5 | Clothing for formal or semi-formal occasion |
| Lot 6 | Suits of matching or coordinated fabrics |
| Lot 7 | Coats of matching or coordinated fabrics |
CLASS 705 – PIECED, QUILTED WALL HANGING OR HOME DECOR
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Quilted Wall hanging |
| Lot 2 | Quilted Home Décor Item |
CLASS 706 – PIECED, QUILTED WEARABLE GARMENT
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
CLASS 707 – HAND OR MACHINE PIECED QUILT; QUILTED BY SOMEONE ELSE
| Lot 1 | Simple – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
CLASS 708 – HAND OR MACHINE PIECED QUILT; QUILTED BY SOMEONE ELSE
| Lot 1 | Small – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot 2 | Large – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
CLASS 709 – HAND OR MACHINE PIECED QUILT; TIED
| Lot | Small – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot | Large – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
CLASS 710 – WHOLE CLOTH QUILT; MACHINE OR HAND QUILTED
| Lot | Small – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot | Large – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
CLASS 714 – MACHINE PIECED AND/OR APPLIQUÉD QUILT; MACHINE QUILTED
| Lot | Small – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot | Large – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
CLASS 715 – MACHINE PIECED AND/OR APPLIQUÉD QUILT; HAND QUILTED
| Lot | Small – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot | Large – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
CLASS 716 – HAND PIECED AND/OR APPLIQUÉD QUILT; HAND QUILTED
| Lot | Small – Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot | Large – Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17 |
NEEDLE ARTS
Each exhibit must have a 3″x5″ card attached to the item stating: 1) name of exhibitor; 2) age of exhibitor; 3) number of years in project; 5) any special techniques used; 6) care label; 7) Class 101indicate hand or machine knit.
CLASS 717– KNITTED ITEMS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Accessories/Decorative Items |
| Lot 2 | Slippers, Hats, Mittens |
| Lot 3 | Clothing (other than slippers, hats, mittens) |
| Lot 4 | Afghans (1200-2500 square inches) |
| Lot 5 | Afghans (over 2500 square inches) |
CLASS 718 – CROCHETED ITEMS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Accessories/Decorative Items |
| Lot 2 | Slippers, Hats, Mittens |
| Lot 3 | Clothing (other than slippers, hats, mittens) |
| Lot 4 | Afghans (1200-2500 square inches) |
| Lot 5 | Afghans (over 2500 square inches) |
CLASS 719 – OTHER NEEDLE ARTS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Embroidery |
| Lot 2 | Counted Cross Stitch |
| Lot 3 | Weaving |
| Lot 4 | Rug Techniques |
| Lot 5 | Latch Hook |
| Lot 6 | Other/Self Determined* |
EXPRESSIVE ART
Exhibitors must be enrolled in 4-H Arts. Each entry must be accompanied by a 3″ x 5″ card to explain what it is, where it is to be used, and why it was made. Include technique, i.e., batik, copper tooling, etc. Decorated clothing will be entered in either Class 141 or the Needle Arts Section, as appropriate to method.
CLASS 720 – FINE ARTS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Drawing – charcoal |
| Lot 2 | Drawing – pen & ink Lot |
| Lot 3 | Drawing – pencil |
| Lot 4 | Drawing – other |
| Lot 5 | Painting – watercolor |
| Lot 6 | Painting – tempura paint |
| Lot 7 | Painting – oils |
| Lot 8 | Painting – acrylic |
| Lot 9 | Painting – other and/or mixed medium |
| Lot 10 | Other/Self Determined* |
CLASS 721 – APPLIED ARTS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Item made from kits |
| Lot 2 | Printmaking (relief, intaglio, lithograph, screen, other) |
| Lot 3 | General Media Craft (clay, glass, metal, wood, leather, fiber, other) |
| Lot 4 | Paper Crafts (scrap booking, cards, stamping, etc) |
| Lot 5 | Food Arts (edible food mixes, etc) – see rule #6 above |
| Lot 6 | Jewelry (all jewelry, regardless of craft method) |
| Lot 7 | Poetry (written by the exhibitor; must be either matted or framed; may include illustration) |
| Lot 8 | Other/Self Determined* |
CLASS 722 – PERFORMING ARTS ITEMS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Dioramas, Displays |
| Lot 2 | Costumes |
| Lot 3 | Props |
| Lot 4 | Other items made by the exhibitor – no notebooks allowed |
CLASS 723 – CREATIVE ARTS*
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Candles |
| Lot 2 | Holiday Item |
| Lot 3 | Garden/Nature Art |
| Lot 4 | Wearable Art |
| Lot 5 | Kinetic Sculpture or parts |
| Lot 6 | Herbal Products/Cosmetics |
| Lot 7 | Soap |
| Lot 8 | Other/Self Determined |
G – PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Entries are limited to one entry per lot. Exhibits with * are not eligible for the Washington State Fair. All entries must demonstrate knowledge gained from projects in which the 4-H member is currently enrolled. All entries in all classes must be pictures taken by the exhibitor during the current 4-H year. Entries must be firmly mounted on matte board, not poster board nor foam core. Minimum mat margin is 1” on all sides and maximum mat margin is 2 ½” on all sides.. Use dry mount tissue, photo glue, photo stickers, or other suitable substitute to attach. Poster board covering must cover the back of the photo. Framed entries and non-mounted entries will not be accepted. Small, flat hangers that are properly and securely attached to extend above edge of exhibit, are acceptable. All entries must be printed on photographic paper. Entries printed on paper, cardstock, etc. will not be accepted. Color enhancements and changes may not be made to the original photo unless it is entered in the digitally enhanced class. Attach a completed WSU label C0890 to bottom of photo matte as instructed on the label. Please put your county name or number on the back of each exhibit – not on the back of the label or other attachment. Incomplete or missing label will result in loss of no more than one ribbon placing, at judge’s option.
CLASS 801: PHOTOGRAPHY
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Scenic |
| Lot 2 | People |
| Lot 3 | Animals |
| Lot 4 | Flower/Nature |
| Lot 5 | Buildings/Architecture |
| Lot 6 | Any Subject/Miscellaneous |
| Lot 7 | Action |
| Lot 8 | Close Up |
| Lot 9 | Composition: Special Lighting (i.e. strobe, side, evening, back lighting, timed exposures, etc.) – identify on C0890 |
| Lot 10 | Composition: Design Elements (i.e. lines, shapes, patterns, textures, special angles, contrasts) – identify on C0890 |
| Lot 11 | Composition: Still Life (i.e. inanimate objects set up for photo) |
| Lot 12 | Composition: Abstracts |
| Lot 13 | Special Effects (Note special effects used on C0890) |
| Lot 14 | Darkroom Skills (all entries in this lot to include a 3”x5” card defining chemicals, exposure, and paper used) |
CLASS 802 – 4-H PHOTO DISPLAYS
Digital photos are accepted in this class. All photos submitted for one year do not have to be from the same type of camera. You can mix digital and regular film photos. Be sure to add a second photo label (CO 890) if two or more cameras are used. Albums/Portfolios should just be your best work for the current 4-H year. If you are adding to an old album, be sure to mark the current year. 4-H Photo Label (CO 890) is required. Previous year’s photos may or may not be included with the current year’s photos. Scrapbooks are to contain only photos taken by the exhibitor. Entries will be judged on the following criteria as in WS4HF/9.53b: Correct Category – 10%; Quality – 30%; Composition/Creativity – 45%, and Presentation – 15%.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Photo Story: A series of 3 to 6 photos that tell a story with a beginning/ending, a title and “preferred” captions; All photos to be mounted on one board. |
| Lot 2 | Theme Board: A series of 3 to 6 photos depicting a specific theme. Title required; captions, poems, or other written words are optional; all photos to be mounted on one board. |
| Lot 3 | First year in project album – 25 prints |
| Lot 4 | Second year in project album – 30 new prints |
| Lot 5 | Third year in project album – 35 new prints |
| Lot 6 | Fourth year in project album – 40 new prints |
| Lot 7 | Fifth year and above in project album – 50 new prints |
CLASS 803 – PHOTOJOURNALISM
Digital photos will be accepted in this class provided all photos in the entry are from the same type of camera and printed using the same method. See Class 154, items c-h for additional instructions. All photos must be of a newsworthy nature. They must be captioned. Include information on who, what, where, when, and why in each caption. Photos may be black/white or color. Entries will be scored on the following criteria as in WS4HF/9.54b: Journalistic value – 55%; Quality of photo – 35%, and Captioned correctly – 10%.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Photo: one enlargement; size 5”x7”, 8”x10”, 8”x12”, 4”x12”, or 5”x14”; matted or mounted on white matte board or white poster board. Caption should be mounted below the photo on the matte board/poster board. |
| Lot 2 | Story Board: 2 – 4 pictures depicting a single newsworthy story; any size, but total exhibit must not exceed 11”x14”; mounted on white matte board or white poster board. Caption should be mounted below the photos on the matte board/poster board. |
| Lot 3 | Album: Minimum of 10 newsworthy photos; published and unpublished work of the exhibitor. Include suggested cut lines; if published, include a copy of the publication. |
CLASS 805 – DIGITAL IMAGING
All finished pictures must be no smaller than 5”x7”, no larger than 8”x10”. Black/white photos must be done with the gray scale. Color photos must be done with RGB or CMYK scale. All exhibits must be printed on photographic paper; no copy paper exhibits will be accepted. It is recommended that digital captures be taken on “high” resolution. Digital captures must be color corrected. All images can be sandwiched/cut & paste; retouched/cloned; filters or any other special effects used. Minimum printer output of 300 DPI or PPI should be used. Original image must be part of the mounted display, on the front of the exhibit mat for comparison. A typed index card must be part of the mounted display, on the front of the exhibit mat, explaining what was done to arrive at the final image. 4-H Photography label C0890 must be attached as instructed on the label, and filled out correctly. The original image, finished picture, and index card should be mounted on a display board (poster board or other suitable mounting surface) no larger than 14” x 22”. Do not use dry mount; it will destroy your print. Use spray adhesive or adhesive mount only. Exhibits in Class 154 will be scored on the following criteria as in WS4HF/9.54b: Quality – 20%, Composition – 20%, Color correction – 20%, Retouching – 10%, Cropping done correctly, if necessary – 10%, Mounting – 10%, and Correct category and inf. cards – 10%.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Regular film and camera, Black/white or color. (scanned, enhanced or manipulated, printed by exhibitor.) |
| Lot 2 | Digital capture, Black/white or color. (taken with a digital camera, enhanced or manipulated, and printed by exhibitor.) |
CLASS 806 – DIGITALLY RESTORED PHOTOS
The original photo may have been damaged in some manner: Judging will be on how well the exhibitor repaired the original photo. All finished pictures must be no smaller than 5”x7”, nor larger than 8”x10”. Entry is to include a 3”x5” card explaining how the photo was restored and special techniques used. An untouched copy of the original photo must accompany the entry.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Digitally Restored Photo – Scanned photo taken by regular – not digital – camera. Original photo may have been taken by a person other than the exhibitor. The exhibitor will scan the item and then repair the photo using modern day digitizing techniques. |
CLASS 807 – 4-H VIDEOGRAPHY
This class is open to all Junior, Intermediate, and Senior 4-H Members. The video must have been filmed by the member. Videos should be submitted on a CD, with completed entry forms and tags attached. Videos should be a minimum of two minutes and a maximum of five minutes. Washington State 4-H reserves the right to retain possession of videos for 4-H promotional purposes. Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Videos for 4-H Promotion |
| Lot 2 | Videos for 4-H Activities |
| Lot 3 | Videos for 4-H Projects |
| Lot 4 | Videos of Any non-4-H Subject |
CLASS 808 – 4-H PROMOTIONAL PHOTOS
This class is open to all Junior, Intermediate and Senior 4-H members. Photo must be taken by the member. All photos must be captioned. Photos may be used in 4-H promotional materials, brochures, flyers, etc. Refer to general photography rules for information on matting and framing. All finished pictures must be no smaller than 5”x7”, nor larger than 8”x10”. Washington State 4-H reserves the right to retain possession of photos for 4-H promotional purposes. Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | 4-H Promotional Photos – Community Service |
| Lot 2 | 4-H Promotional Photos – Activities/ Events |
| Lot 3 | 4-H Promotional Photos – Leadership Development |
H – PLANT SCIENCE & ENTOMOLOGY
Open to 4-H members currently enrolled in Plant Science projects. All Plant Science exhibits should be free of insects, diseases or blemishes. Refer to EB1103 Selecting, Preparing & Judging Quality Vegetables (http://whatcom.wsu.edu/ag/EB1103.htm) for rules on how to exhibit vegetables, fruit and flowers. Exhibitor must have grown their own entries in all classes except Cut or Dried Flower Arrangements.
CLASS 901 – GARDENING
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Vegetable Garden |
| Lot 2 | Container Garden: exhibit one entry up to 5 plants grown in containers, ornamental or vegetable |
| Lot 3 | Flower Garden |
| Lot 4 | Fruits, Nuts, Berries |
| Lot 5 | Other Garden Produce |
| Lot 6 | Cut or dried flower arrangement, |
| Lot 7 | Experimental Vegetable Garden: teaching display showing results of experimental gardening |
| Lot 8 | Experimental Container Garden: teaching display showing results of experimental container garden project |
| Lot 9 | Experimental Ornamental Garden: Teaching display showing result of experimental ornamental garden project |
CLASS 902- ENTOMOLOGY
The exhibits in entomology are open to members enrolled in entomology, garden, home grounds, environmental stewardship, dairy, and livestock projects. All insect exhibits must be labeled to give the order and common name of insects in the collection and scientific name to as many as possible. All work, including labeling, should be that of the member. Exhibits previously exhibited at Fair are ineligible unless collections are materially enlarged, changed, or improved.
Premium Points: Blue 50, Red 40, White 30
| Lot 1 | Any item or display from the entomology project |
| Lot 2 | Beekeeping – One pint or one quart of home harvested honey. |
| Lot 3 | Beekeeping – Any item made related to or made from beeswax. |
| Lot 4 | Beekeeping – Any other item or display from the beekeeping project |
| Lot 5 | Butterflies – Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the Butterfly Project. |
I – STEM (SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATH)
CLASS 1001 – AEROSPACE
Rockets will not be displayed with live engines. All exhibits must have been successfully flown prior to exhibiting. A completed Certificate of Flight must accompany each entry. Model rocketry will be judged on workmanship and stability according to degree of challenge as determined in model rocketry catalogs. “Aerospace Project” is intended for entries from the 4-H aerospace project curriculum. Attach a 3”x5” card to the entry form telling what the item is, its use, what you did, and what was learned from doing the project. Also list the publication title and the page number where the goals are listed for this project.
Premium Points: Blue 50, Red 40, White 30
| Lot 1 | Rocket made by self |
| Lot 2 | Rocket made from kit |
| Lot 3 | Any other item from the aerospace project |
CLASS 1002 – MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
All items entered must include a 3” x 5” card telling what the item is, its use, what you did, and what was learned. Lot 2 is intended for entries from the 4-H “Start Your Engines” project. Add to the required 3”x5” card: the publication title and page number where the goals are listed for this project. See Self-determined Class 330 for entry of rebuilt or restored internal combustion engine exhibits.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Bicycles – Any item or display made by the member from the bicycle project |
| Lot 2 | Any item or display made by the member in the small engine project |
| Lot 3 | Any item or display made by the member in the snowmobiling project. |
| Lot 4 | Any item or display made by the member in the ATV safety project. |
CLASS 1003 – ELECTRICITY
Must include a 3”x5” card telling what the item is, its use, what you did, and what was learned.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Item or display made by the exhibitor in the electricity project. |
| Lot 2 | Advanced item or display made by the exhibitor in the electricity project. |
CLASS 1004 – WELDING
Must include a 3”x5” card telling what the item is, use, what you did, any special techniques used, and what was learned.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | A display board featuring at least three different types of welds. |
| Lot 2 | A display board featuring at least six different types of welds. |
| Lot 3 | Small welded item |
| Lot 4 | Medium size welded item |
| Lot 5 | Large welded item |
| Lot 6 | Large Welded Construction Project |
CLASS 1005 – WOODWORKING
Must include a 3” x 5” card telling about the exhibit: what the item is, its use, what you did, and what was learned.
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | A display board featuring at least three different types of woodworking* |
| Lot 2 | A display board featuring at least six different types of woodworking* |
| Lot 3 | Simple Woodworking* |
| Lot 4 | Intricate, or Difficult Woodworking Project |
| Lot 5 | Large Woodworking Construction Project* |
CLASS 1006 – COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
Must include a minimum of a 3”x5” card telling what item is, how it was made, computer programs used, and what the maker learned while creating the item. Computer Generated Items created by using specialized computer programs – print out and submit
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Flyers/Pamphlets/Market Sale Sheets |
| Lot 2 | Greeting Cards |
| Lot 3 | Certificates |
| Lot 4 | Scrapbooks |
| Lot 5 | 4-H Club Newsletter (using columns, charts, tables, graphs) |
| Lot 6 | T Shirt Design |
| Lot 7 | Spread sheet showing income and expense (invent data or use for one of your other 4-H projects) |
| Lot 8 | Calendars, Address Books, Programs, etc (include note card telling what program was used) |
| Lot 9 | Magazine or Newspaper (at least 8 pages) – print out |
| Lot 10 | Personal Slide Show, music or narration required – min. 3 min. – programmed to auto advance slides – on flash drive |
| Lot 11 | 4-H Project Slide Show or Activity, music or narration required – min. 3 min. – programmed to auto advance slides – on flash drive |
| Lot 12 | 4-H Club Web Page designed by the member (print out pages and links) |
| Lot 13 | Other computer generated items (premium points to be determined by the judge) |
| Lot 14 | Computer Program Written by the member (Print out program and place in a notebook) |
| Lot 15 | Computer Tool Kit |
| Lot 16 | Software Toolkit |
| Lot 17 | Small Digital Art Items (under 5”x7”) |
| Lot 18 | Medium Size Digital Art Items (larger than 5”x7”, smaller than 8”x12”) |
| Lot 19 | Large Digital Art Items (larger than 8”x12”) |
| Lot 20 | Any 3-D Printed Item made by the exhibitor – must be accompanied with a project plan and how it was made |
CLASS 1007 – GEOSPATIAL
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Any item or display from “Exploring Spaces, Going Places” – entry to include an 8.5”x11” poster that informs the public of the exhibits use/purpose. May include pictures, written description, etc. |
CLASS 1008 – ROBOTICS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Any item or display from the “Robotics project” – entry to include an 8.5”x11” poster that informs the public of the exhibits use/purpose. May include pictures, written description, etc. |
CLASS 1009 – ANY OTHER STEM RELATED PROJECT
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Any item or display representing a STEM (Science/Technology/Engineering/Math) related project – entry to include an 8.5”x11” poster that informs the public of the exhibits use/purpose. May include pictures, written description, etc. |
J – ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Open to all members enrolled in any project of the environmental stewardship/ natural resources program. Each exhibit must be properly labeled, mounted, identified, and classified where appropriate. Items not listed in the project material, but similar in subject matter, are encouraged and should be entered in the appropriate project. Group entries are encouraged.
CLASS 1101 – EXPLORING YOUR ENVIRONMENT
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Air |
| Lot 2 | Energy |
| Lot 3 | Forestry |
| Lot 4 | Marine Life |
| Lot 5 | Soil |
| Lot 6 | Water |
| Lot 7 | Wildlife |
CLASS 1102 – OUTDOOR ADVENTURES , RESOURCES, SCIENCE & DISCOVERY
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Item or display from the Outdoor Adventures Project |
| Lot 2 | Science & Discovery Item or display related to rocks and minerals |
| Lot 3 | Science & Discovery Item or display related to the 3R’s: reduce, reuse, recycle Lot 3 – any item or display related to oceanography |
| Lot 4 | Science & Discovery Item or display related to weather or climate |
| Lot 5 | Science & Discovery Item or display related to spiders |
| Lot 6 | Science & DiscoveryItem or display related to astronomy or outer space |
| Lot 7 | Resources – Item or display made by the member in the wind energy project. |
| Lot 8 | Resources – Item or display made by the member in the water resources project. |
| Lot 9 | Resources – Item or display from the Sport Fishing Project |
CLASS 1103 – AMPHIBIANS & PETS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Item or display made by the member in the amphibians project (no live animals in this class – live animals may be included in the 4-H in Action activity). |
| Lot 2 | Item or display made by the member in the pets project (no live animals in this class – live animals may be included in the 4-H in Action activity). |
LOT 1104 – SHOOTING SPORTS
Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
Targets are not acceptable entries. Firearms are not allowed as exhibits.
| Lot 1 | Item or display from the riflery project |
| Lot 2 | Item or display from the pistol project |
| Lot 3 | Item or display from the shotgun project |
| Lot 4 | Item or display from the black powder/muzzle loading project |
| Lot 5 | Item or display from the archery project |
| Lot 6 | Item or display from the hunting project |
K – SOCIAL SCIENCE
Open to all members enrolled in social science projects. Each exhibit must be properly labeled, and classified where appropriate. Items not listed in the project material, but similar in subject matter, are encouraged and should be entered in the appropriate project.
CLASS 1201 – SOCIAL SCIENCE PROJECTS Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10
| Lot 1 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the citizenship (including government) project. |
| Lot 2 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the service learning/community service project. |
| Lot 3 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the intercultural project. |
| Lot 4 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the health project. |
| Lot 5 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the leadership project. |
| Lot 6 | Any item or display made by the exhibitor in the entrepreneurship project. |
| Lot 7 | Any item or display made by a group of 4-H members in any social science project. |
L – SELF DETERMINED PROJECTS
Entries are allowed in this class only if they do not fit into another class in the Fair. Juniors, intermediates, and seniors must submit a copy of the 4-H Project Plan/Commitment page from their record book as part of the exhibit. This is a category of still life exhibits that is the end product of advanced learning in 4-H project areas or exploratory innovative projects that are not covered with the usual project material support. This class should reflect individual endeavor beyond the scope of typical project work. The exhibit may be the actual product of the project (e.g., rebuilt diesel engine – Mechanical Science exhibit), or may be a visual presentation of the work done (e.g., photos of steps in cleaning oil from waterfowl, and accompanying information – Environmental Stewardship.) Any posters prepared as part of this class will be judged. Notebooks will not be accepted as the lone exhibit of the project. Notebooks may accompany the completed exhibit in order to document activities in the project. They should enhance the presentation of the exhibit – not be the primary exhibit. Notebooks are not judged as a part of the presentation. All large entries must receive prior approval from the fair manager because of space limitations.
CLASS 1301 – SELF-DETERMINED 4-H PROJECTS
| Lot 1 | Simple: Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 2 | Difficult: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot 3 | Advanced: Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 20, White 15 |
| Lot 4 | Mentored Project Simple: Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 5 | Mentored Project Difficult: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot 6 | Mentored Project Advanced: Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 20, White 15 |
| Lot 7 | Mentored Project Simple: Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 8 | Self Researched Project Difficult: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot 9 | Self Researched Project Advanced: Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 20, White 15 |
| Lot 10 | Video Instructed Project Simple: Premium Points: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6 |
| Lot 11 | Video Instructed Project Difficult: Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10 |
| Lot 12 | Video Instructed Project Advanced: Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 20, White 15 |
ANIMAL PROJECTS
ALL ANIMALS AND EXHIBITORS MUST BE PRE-ENTERED BY JULY 15 on FairEntry
ANIMAL PROJECT RULES
- No animals will be allowed to leave the grounds before 6 p.m. Sunday.
- Livestock Haul Out route and schedules will be posted in each department, or check with Department Superintendent. Anyone removing animals prior to 6 p.m. or not following the Haul Out route will forfeit all premiums and awards.
- It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to clean their area before leaving the Fairgrounds; including removing all staples and shavings or premiums will be forfeited.
- No vehicles are allowed on the grounds, except in approved Haul Out Route until after 7 p.m. to allow pedestrian traffic to clear. Applies to all entrants.
- Veterinary Health Inspection: Required prior to animal being housed on the Fairgrounds – check with the Animal Department for time and location.
- The Fair will have Official Veterinarians in attendance to conduct the health inspections. Animal entries must stand health inspection upon entry. The Official Veterinarian’s decisions as to health status shall govern all animal entries to the Fair. Each department may have individual veterinarian rules specific to the project. Vet Check times are published in Schedule at the top of the page (link).
- Bedding and Feed: The Fair Association will furnish straw and shavings, to be used for bedding. Hay & feed will not be provided, but hay will be for sale. (Exception: feed provided for cavies, poultry, and rabbits.)
- Participation Requirements: All animal exhibitors will participate in the Showmanship Class and Herdsmanship for their animal section. The exhibitor will forfeit his/her premium money in that section if he/she does not participate in both Showmanship and Herdsmanship.
- Orientation Meetings: Will be held for all animal exhibitors: the Superintendent of each area will schedule time and place for the orientation meetings. All animal exhibitors will be required to attend with a parent or chaperone. Rules and regulations will be explained. Superintendent will share date and time of orientation meeting to enrolled exhibitors. An additional 4-H Orientation will happen the Thursday before Fair.
- Herdsmanship: This is to encourage better care and display of animals in the barns. Judges will examine the display at least once a day. 4-H exhibitors are expected to perform all duties of herdsmanship in each of your animal areas each day:
- Animals must be under the 4-H member’s regular care and management and have an Animal Certificate on file with the County Extension Office by June 1st. (Animals raised by the 4-H member from birth are exempt from this minimum time period.) (Source: 4-H Policy and Procedures).
Barn Guidelines: Will be posted in the individual barn areas. During the hours of 10 a.m.-8 .p.m. on Friday and Saturday and on Sunday from 10am-6pm the Fairgrounds and buildings are open to the public. There will be someone on duty during these times in all animal areas. Check with your Superintendent about adult/member scheduling.
Out-of-County Exhibits: By invitation only and as space is available.
Animal Health and Use of Illegal Substances: The use of illegal drugs and/or the improper use of animal health products or foreign substances will not be tolerated in the Washington State 4-H Youth Development Program. Extension personnel, 4-H volunteers, families, youth and the Fair/Show officials have a legal and moral obligation not to misuse these products. We have the responsibility to tell others not to use these substances, and to report those who do use any illegal substance. The administration of any drug or medication, which could affect an animal’s performance resulting in an unfair advantage or the disposition of the animal, is unacceptable. Additionally, there are federal penalties for using illegal substances in animals that are going into the nation’s food supply. For more information, refer to the National Show Ring Code of Ethics (link), which will be strictly enforced by the Fair.
Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care: This is an agreement, formal or implied, between 4-H participants and the management of this Fair. Quality Animal Care Pledge: Must be signed by all 4-H Members exhibiting.
The Superintendent has the right to send home any unruly, unsafe or unhealthy animal.
Tractor Policy: All private tractors, etc must receive a permit from the JCFA to be allowed and used on the Fairgrounds during Fair.
M – HORSE: SUPERINTENDENTS EMMA HOPKINS & HANNAH GERMEAU
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Jefferson County 4-H Equine Program Rulebook rules along with all other 4-H and Jefferson County Fair rules apply.
- Horse exhibitors are required to pay a stall fee of five dollars ($5.00) per animal exhibited. Checks can be made out to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds.
- Attendance and participation at Pre-Fair, July 12, is required for all participants prior to attending the Jefferson County Fair.
- All horses must be inspected by the Fair Veterinarian before leaving the parking lot and entering the barns or show grounds. See 4-H Schedule for times. Proof of vaccinations required.
- Show is open to members enrolled in 4-H Horse projects who adhere to the Jefferson County 4-H Horse Committee Code of Conduct.
- Participants with animals on exhibit must do herdsmanship and youth to have an adult on duty during Fair hours. Herdsmen must be appropriately dressed for showing and wearing boots.
- No adult except the judge and ring steward may be in the warm up or show arena, except for safety reasons in case of an emergency. Adults may not help with exercising horse except for safety reasons in case of an emergency.
- Adults may HELP Junior members feed, water and clean stalls during the hours the Fair isn’t open to the public. During Herdsmanship hours at fair, adults may NOT help with caring for the horses. Parents may help Junior or intermediate members with show preparation if needed during the show.
- All exhibitors must wear approved safety helmets and appropriate attire when mounted.
- Bedding will be provided.
- Stalls recommended to be set up prior to moving horses in, Superintendent will assign stabling.
- Stalls must be stripped and will be checked by the Superintendent 6:00 PM Monday or premiums will be forfeited.
- No animals will be allowed to leave the grounds before 6 p.m. Sunday unless excused by the Superintendent or Vet. Anyone removing animals early will forfeit all premiums and awards.
- See Still LIfe Department B for Educational Poster entry information, required for all fair entries.
- Classes may be changed depending on entries. Day sheets will be posted.
- No cross entry between W/T/C and W/T or W/J/L and W/J classes
- Any entries in W/T or W/J are not permitted to enter any of the gaming classes except Gymkhana
- Only one trail class entry permitted
- All entries are required to enter Showmanship, Trail or Riding Pattern, one English/Western Class and a minimum of two equitation or gaming classes (or combo of the two) Additional Classes may be entered.
- Costume Class script due to Show Office by Saturday morning. Costume can be individual or group entries
- The Horse Barn Superintendent reserves the right to disqualify any horse entry for justifiable cause. Any unmanageable horse or pony will be asked to leave the area.
| 170. Herdsmanship/Decorations 171. Groom Squad 172. Showmanship Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 20 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 173. Riding Pattern (English or Western) W/T/C 174. Riding Pattern (English or Western) W/T Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 20 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 175. Trail (English or Western) W/T/C 176. Trail (English or Western) W/T 177. Trail (English or Western) In Hand Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 178. Halter – Pleasure Type 179. Halter – Stock Type 180. Halter – Pony Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 181. Stock Seat Equitation W/J/L 182. Stock Seat Equitation W/J Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
183. Western Pleasure W/J/L 184. Western Pleasure W/J Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 185. Hunter Seat Equitation W/T/C 186. Hunter Seat Equitation W/T Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 187. English Pleasure W/T/C 188. English Pleasure W/T Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 189. English Dressage Seat Equitation W/T/C 190. English Dressage Seat Equitation W/T Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 191. Western Dressage Seat Equitation W/T/C 192. Western Dressage Seat Equitation W/T Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 193. Discipline Rail – English W/T/C 194. Discipline Rail – Western W/T/C 195. Discipline Rail (English or Western) W/T Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 196. Bareback Equitation (English or Western) W/T/C 197. Bareback Equitation (English or Western) W/T Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 198. USEF Dressage (T.O.C) 199. Western Dressage (T.O.C) Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 200. Jumping: Trot Poles 201. Jumping: Cross rails 18” 202. Jumping: Eq. Over Fences 2’ 203. Jumping: Eq Over Fences 2’3”-2’6” Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 204. Costume Class Premium Points Only | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 205. Gymkhana Premium Points Only | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
| 206. Western Games: Texas Barrel Race 207. Western Game Texas Barrel Race W/T 208. Western Games: Pole Bending 209. Western Games: Pole Bending W/T 210. Western Games: Two Barrel Flag Race 211. Western Games: Two Barrel Flag Race W/T 212. Western Games: Idaho Figure 8 Stake Race 213. Western Games: Idaho Figure 8 Stake Race W/T 214. Western Games: Pole Key Race 215. Western Games: Pole Key Race W/T 216. Western Games: International Flags 217. Western Games: International Flags W/T Premium Points: Blue 60, Red 45, White 30 | Lot 1. Senior Lot 2. Intermediate Lot 3. Junior |
N. BEEF – SUPERINTENDENTS JUSTIN CLOUSE & SHANNON RILEY
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. Upon arrival at Fairgrounds, bovine will be checked prior to any animal entering the barn. See 4-H Schedule for times. Vet check will be near the wash rack.
- Rosettes may be given based on availability, competition and merit for the following: Grand & Reserve Grand Champion female, and Grand & Reserve Grand Champion Steer.
- 4-H youth may exhibit unaltered beef bulls, only if born in the current 4-H year (October 1, previous year- September 30, of the current year.
- Market steers must be polled or dehorned; healed horns or re-growth must not extend more than two inches from the hairline. Horned breed animals must have the horn tips covered as a safety precaution.
- Exhibitors who miss their Showmanship Class (200) will be given the opportunity to fulfill their Showmanship requirements within a subsequent Showmanship Class, if available and will be judged on an individual basis. They will not be eligible for a Champion award.
| Class 200- SHOWMANSHIP Premium Points: 50 Blue – 40 Red – 25 White | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 201: HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 -White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 202 – ANGUS CLASS 203 – RED ANGUS CLASS 205 – POLLED HERFORD CLASS 206 – OTHER BREEDS CLASS 207 – CROSS BRED CLASS 208 – BEEF Premium Points: Blue 50 – Red 40 – White 30 Champion Heifer Calf Class- Rosette awarded Intermediate Champion Class- Rosette awarded Junior Champion Class- Rosette awarded Senior Champion Class- Rosette awarded | Lot 1. Jr. Heifer calves – calved after Jan. 1, current year. Lot 2. Late Sr. Heifer calves – calved between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31, previous year. Lot 3. Early Sr. Heifer calves – calved between Sept. 1 and Oct. 31, previous year. Champion Lot 4. Late Summer Yearling Heifers – calved between July 1 and Aug. 31 of previous year. Lot 5. Early Summer Yearling Heifers – calved between May 1 and June 30 of previous year. Lot 6. Late Jr. Yearling Heifer – calved between March 1 and April 30 of previous year. Lot 7. Early Jr. Yearling Heifer – calved between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28 of previous year. Junior Lot 8. Sr. Yearling Heifer- calved between Sept. 1 and Dec. Lot 9. Heifer over two (2) years- certified with calf or will calve between County & State Fair. Lot 10. Mature Cow- must have calved. Lot 11. Cow/ Calf (No cross entry) |
| CLASS 209-FEEDER STEER (All breeds judged together) Premium Points: Blue 50 – Red 40 – White 25 | 1. Veal- 4 months and under 2. Light Feeder Steers- under 600 lbs 3. Medium Feeder Steer- 601-900 lbs 4. Heavy Feeder Steers- 901lbs and over. 5. Market Steer- finished for slaughter. |
0 – DAIRY – SUPERINTENDENTS JUSTIN CLOUSE & SHANNON RILEY
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. Upon arrival at Fairgrounds, bovine will be checked prior to any animal entering the barn. See 4-H Schedule for times. Vet check will be near the wash rack.
- Rosettes may be given based on availability, competition and merit for the following: Grand & Reserve Grand Champion female, and Grand & Reserve Grand Champion Steer.
- No Dairy animals with horns will be permitted to be exhibited unless breed specific and those entered in the Junior Heifer Calf Class. Horns, as defined for all other age classes, shall include scurs, nubbins, or stubs with which extend beyond the skin more than an inch. Horned breed animals must have the tips covered as a safety precaution.
- Lots 1 through 12 only are eligible to be exhibited at the Washington State Fair.
- Exhibitors who miss their Showmanship Class (210) will be given the opportunity to fulfill their Showmanship requirements within a subsequent Showmanship Class, if available and will be judged on an individual basis. They will not be eligible for a Champion award.
| Class 210- SHOWMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 50 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 211: HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| DAIRY TYPE CLASS 212 -HOLSTEIN CLASS 213 – JERSEY CLASS 214 – GUERNSEY CLASS 215 – OTHER BREEDS CLASS 216 – CROSSBREEDS Premium Points: Blue 50 – Red 40 – White 30 Junior Champion Class- Rosette awarded. Senior Champion Class- Rosette awarded. | Lot 1. Junior Heifer Calf- born after March 1, current year. Must be over 4 months old) Lot 2. Intermediate Heifer Calf, born Dec. 1, previous year to Feb. 28, current year. Lot 3. Senior Heifer Calf, born Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, previous year. Lot 4. Summer Yearling Heifer, born June 1 to Aug. 31, previous year. Lot 5. Junior Yearling Heifer, born March 1 to May 31, previous year. Lot 6. Winter Senior Yearling Heifer, born Dec. 1, two years prior to Feb. 28, previous year. Lot 7. Senior Yearling Heifer, born Sept. 1 to Nov. 31, two years previous. Lot 8. Junior 2-year-old, born March 1, to Aug. 31, two years previous. Lot 9. Senior 2-year-old, born Sept. 1, three years prior to Feb. 28, two years previous. Lot 10. Three-year-old Lot 11. Four-year-old Lot 12. Five-year-old Lot 13. Mature Cow- 6 years and over. Lot 14. Three & four year old dry cow Lot 15. Five-year-old dry cow Lot 16. Dam and daughter |
P – LLAMA & ALPACA – SUPERINTENDENTS AMBER MILLER & ANGELA JEZIORSKI
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- Any animal deemed unruly by the Superintendent will be removed from the area.
- Only approved, appropriate Llama tack will be allowed.
- 4-H members may not exhibit unaltered male breeding llamas/alpacas except for those animals under 12 months of age.
| CLASS 220 – SHOWMANSHIP B R W Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 221 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 222 – PERFORMANCE TRAIL OBSTACLE CLASS 223 – PACKING OBSTACLE-OPEN TO ANIMALS BEING TRAINED FOR PACKING CLASS 224 – HANDLER CLASS 225 – PUBLIC RELATIONS OBSTACLE Premium Points: Blue 40 – Red 30 – White 20 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
FUN CLASS: This class is judged on the suitability, difficulty and acceptance of the costume by the animal as designed by the handler. This class may be eligible for a People’s Choice award for any exhibitor interested in participating.
| CLASS 226 – COSTUME TEAM – ANIMAL & EXHIBITOR Premium Points: Blue 30 – Red 20 – White 10 | Fun classes Junior, Intermediate and Senior will compete together as Lot 1. |
| Class 227 – Jump Off Class 228 – Times Jackpot Obstacle Premium Points: ribbon and 10 participation points only | Fun classes Junior, Intermediate and Senior will compete together as Lot 1. |
Q – DAIRY GOAT – SUPERINTENDENT JILL ADOLPHSEN
GOAT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- Both registered and high quality animals are eligible.
- Refer to ADGA Dairy Goat Showmanship Scorecard (http://adga.org/adga- shows-scorecard/).
- Rosettes may be given based on availability, competition and merit for the following: Best of Show and Best Dairy Herd of Show.
- No horned dairy goat animals are allowed.
| CLASS 230 – SHOWMANSHIP B R W Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 231 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 232 – DAIRY GOAT JUDGING Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 233 – ALPINES CLASS 234 – LA MANCHA CLASS 235 – NUBIANS CLASS 236 – SAANENS CLASS 237- TOGGENBURGS CLASS 238 – OBERHASLI CLASS 239 – AOP CLASS 240 – CROSSBREEDS Premium Points: Blue 40 – Red 30 – White 20 | Lot 1. Doelings- under 3 months Lot 2. Doelings- 3 to under 6 months Lot 3. Doelings- 6-12 months Lot 4. Doelings- 1-2 years unfreshened Lot 5. Does, between 1 & 2 years, milking Lot 6. Does, between 2 & 3 years, milking Lot 7. Does, between 3 & 4 years, milking Lot 8. Does, between 4 & 5 years, milking Lot 9. Does, 5 years and older Lot 10. Best Udder Lot 11. Dam and Daughter Lot 12. Produce of Dam Lot 13. Senior Get of Sire (3 Milkers) Lot 14. Dairy Herd (4 does in milk) |
One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected from the top two animals in Lots 1-8 for each breed. No additional premium points will be awarded. One Grand Champion and one Reserve Champion may be selected from the designated Champions with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of the animal merits the award.
R – NON-DAIRY GOAT – SUPERINTENDENT JILL ADOLPHSEN
DEPARTMENT RULES
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- All goats must be de-horned.
- May be shown with leather collar or neck chain.
- Rosettes may be given based on availability, competition and merit for the following: Best of Show, Champion Whether, Reserve Champion Whether, Champion Doe, Reserve Champion Doe.
- Horned, non-dairy goats may be exhibited in 4-H showmanship classes where animals are not exchanged between youth in the show ring. For a horned animal to be exhibited, it must have its horn tips covered. If the goat has scurs (horn re-growth), these scurs may not exceed 1 inch in length without the horn tips being covered. (Source: 4-H Policy and Procedure Handbook, 9.7)
- 4-H members may not exhibit unaltered buck goats except for those animals under 6 months of age.
| CLASS 250 – SHOWMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 251 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 252 – PYGMY GOATS CLASS 253 – OTHER Premium Points: Blue 40 – Red 30 – White 20 | Lot 1. Under 3 months Lot 2. 1-2 years, fresh 3-6 months Lot 3. 2-3 years, fresh 6-12 months Lot 4. 4 and over 1-2 years, never fresh |
S – SHEEP, FLEECE, WOOL & FIBER – SUPERINTENDENT JESSICA DEHNERT
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- EM1982 will be the guide for Fitting and Showing
- The Superintendent reserves the right to reject any entries on the basis of quality or signs of disease.
- Market lambs may not enter breeding stock classes.
- No crossbred rams, except in colored sheep.
- Wool breeds to be shown in full fleece- for time of year.
- Blanketing of Fitting & Showing animals in each lot will be allowed until Champions have been determined. Master Showman may continue to have animal blanketed until their event is over.
- Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes may be awarded based on availability, competition and merit.
- Class list may not be in show order.
- Horned, non-dairy sheep may be exhibited in 4-H showmanship classes where animals are not exchanged between youth in the show ring. For a horned animal to be exhibited, it must have its horn tips covered. If the sheep has scurs (horn re-growth), these scurs may not exceed 1 inch in length without the horn tips being covered. No dairy animals with horns are permitted. (Source: 4-H Policy and Procedure Handbook, 9.7)
- 4-H members may not exhibit unaltered rams except for those animals under 24 months of age.
- Scrapie Rule WAC 16-89: ALL sheep (any breed) MUST be tagged with Washington State tamper-proof Scrapie tags. This may include either a tag, tattoo or microchip (with a reader provided by the exhibitor).
- All sheep should be clean and well-fitted. Animals should be fit in accordance with the corresponding breed standards.
- All exhibitors must attend the mandatory Exhibitor Meeting. Unruly animals or exhibitors will be sent home.
- 4-H EXHIBITOR REMINDER: Appearance, Attitude, Courtesy, Conduct, Skill, and Identification as a 4-H’er matter! Exhibitors must be properly attired. Boots must be worn when on herdsmanship duty. Older, more experienced 4-H members are expected to help younger showmen.
- 4-H’ers sharing an animal are limited to one per age group.
| CLASS 260 – SHOWMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 261 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 262 – BORDER CHEVIOT CLASS 263 – DORSET CLASS 264 – HAMPSHIRE CLASS 265 – MONTADALE CLASS 266 – NORTH COUNTRY CHEVIOT CLASS 267 – OXFORD CLASS 268 – SHROPSHIRE CLASS 269 – SUFFOLK CLASS 270 – SOUTHDOWN CLASS 271 – ALL OTHER BREEDS – DOWN, MEAT CLASS 272 – BORDER LEICESTER CLASS 273 – COLUMBIA CLASS 274 – CORRIEDALE CLASS 275 – LINCOLN CLASS 276 – ROMNEY CLASS 277 – TARGHEE CLASS 278 – ALL OTHER BREEDS – WOOL CLASS 279 – NATURAL COLORED CLASS 280 – NATURAL COLORED – LINCOLN CLASS 281 – NATURAL COLORED – ROMNEY CLASS 282 – CROSSBREED – MEAT CLASS 285 – CROSSBREED – WOOL Premium Points Blue 40 – Red 30 – White 20 | Lot 1. Ram, 1-2 years Lot 2. Ram Lamb, under 1 year Lot 3. Ewe Lamb, under 1 year Lot 4. Ewe – 1-2 years Lot 5. Aged Ewe – 2 years and older Lot 6. Best Pair – Best two (2) animals of same breed or class bred by exhibitor. Lot 7. Woolly Wether |
| CLASS 284 – MARKET/FEEDER LAMBS (UNDER 90 LBS) Premium Points Blue 40 – Red 30 – White 20 | Lot 1. Feeder Lambs 60-90lbs Lot 2. Market Lambs 90-115lbs Lot 3. Market Lambs 116-140lbs |
Exhibitors are limited to two (2) market lambs in each class. All animals are to be slick shorn with wool length no longer than 3/8”. There are no breed classes for Market Lambs.
FLEECE, WOOL & FIBER
- Open to all 4-H Animal Project members.
- Fleece must be from animal owned by exhibitor. All entries must be from current year’s growth and not represent more than 12 month’s growth. Entries must not be processed or washed after shearing and have no crème rinse or other chemicals applied either prior to or after shearing. Two entries per class only.
- Fleece may be tied or not tied as desired. Fleece must be submitted in a clear plastic bag before entering. Rabbit wool may be displayed in a suitable sized zip lock bag.
- Commercial classes will be judged according to commercial value/yield in the commercial market. White crossbreed fleeces may be entered in the commercial classes only and are not eligible for breed type.
- Breed classes will be judged according to their respective breed standards. All natural colored fleece and all Angora rabbit entries will be judged as hand spinning wool.
| CLASS 290 – COMMERCIAL- SHEEP CLASS 291 – BY BREED – SHEEP CLASS 292 – NATURAL COLOR SHEEP CLASS 293 – ANGORA RABBIT CLASS 294 – CASHMERE CLASS 295 – MOHAIR CLASS 296 – LLAMA (I) SURI (II) NORMAL FIBER CLASS 297 – ALPACA (I) SURI (II) HUACAYA CLASS 298 – OTHER- SPECIFY Premium Points: Blue 30 – Red 20 – White 10 | Lot 1. Fine Lot 2. Medium Lot 3. Coarse Lot 4. Braid |
T – SWINE – SUPERINTENDENT
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- EM1982 will be the guide for Fitting and Showing.
- Rosettes may be given based on availability, competition and merit.
- 4-H members may not exhibit unaltered swine boars except for those under 6 months of age.
CLASS 300 – SHOWMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
CLASS 301 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
CLASS 302 – DUROC CLASS 303 – HAMPSHIRE CLASS 304 – YORKSHIRE CLASS 305 – POLAND CHINA CLASS 306 – SPOT CLASS 307 – OTHER PUREBREDS CLASS 308 – CROSSBREEDS Premium Points: Blue 40 – Red 30 – White 20 | Lot 1. Boar under 1 year Lot 2. Junior Spring Gilt – farrowed after March 1 of current year. Lot 3. Senior Spring Gilt – farrowed Jan 1 to March 1 of current year. Lot 4. Senior Gilt – farrowed after Aug 1 of previous year. Lot 5. Sow farrowed before Aug 1 of previous year. Lot 6. Sow and Litter |
CLASS 309 – MARKET SWINE Premium Points: Blue 40 – Red 30 – White 20 | Lot 1. Feeder Swine – under 220 lbs Lot 2. Market Swine – 220-275 lbs |
U – SMALL ANIMAL: POULTRY – SUPERINTENDENT SAMUEL JOHNSON
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- EM4263 is the guide for Fitting and Showing.
- Each exhibitor may enter a maximum of five (5) birds, unless otherwise
specified by the superintendent due to housing limitations. - Rosettes may be given based on availability, competition, and merit.
- Poultry entries other than chickens. Please contact the barn superintendent
to see if space allows for additional poultry entries: including waterfowl, turkeys
and game birds. - Blood test required 90 days before Fair.
SPECIAL AWARD
Peninsula Poultry Breeders (PPB, peninsulapoultrybreeders.com) will award a trophy to one 4-H youth who best exemplifies PPB commitment to poultry raising in ways that are “local, sustainable and humane” through his/her presentations, demonstrations, 4-H in Action sessions posters and/or displays.
| CLASS 310 – FITTING & SHOWING Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 311 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 312 – STANDARD POULTRY Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 313 – BANTAM POULTRY Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 314 – DUCKS Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 315 – OTHER Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Cockerel, 6-12 months Lot 2. Pullet, 6-12 months Lot 3. Hen, Over 1 year Lot 4. Rooster, Over 1 year Lot 5. Duck, Over 1 year Lot 6. Drake, Over 1 year Lot 7. Hen & Chicks (No cross entry) Lot 8. Duck & Ducklings (No cross entry) Lot 9. Trio (2 Hens, 1 Rooster over 5 months) Lot 10. Pen of Three (3) Pullets, hatched current year (No cross entry)Cockerel, 6-12 months Lot 11. Pullet, 6-12 months Lot 12. Hen, Over 1 year Lot 13. Rooster, Over 1 year Lot 14. Duck, Over 1 year Lot 15. Drake, Over 1 year Lot 16. Hen & Chicks (No cross entry) Lot 17. Duck & Ducklings (No cross entry) Lot 18. Trio (2 Hens, 1 Rooster over 5 months) Lot 19. Pen of Three (3) Pullets, hatched current year (No cross entry) Lot 20. Eggs, 1 dozen white or colored |
| CLASS 316 – POULTRY JUDGING Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 317 – POULTRY COSTUME Premium Points: Blue 15 – Red 10 – White 5 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 318 – POULTRY QUIZ BOWL For Participation Points Only – 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
V – SMALL ANIMAL – RABBITS & CAVIES – SUPERINTENDENT TAYLOR HOWERTON
DEPARTMENT RULES
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- All rabbits/cavies exhibited must be member’s 4-H Project and have an ear
number for identification purposes. (Put tattoo in left ear) - EM3486 is the guide for Fitting and Showing.
- Each exhibitor may enter a maximum of five (5) of each type of animal.
- Animals may be disqualified for any defects determined by the veterinarian
or Superintendent. - Members may be asked by the Barn Superintendent to furnish their own pens.
- Rosettes may be given based on availability, competition and merit.
| CLASS 319 – SHOWMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 320 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 321 – RABBIT JUDGING Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 322 – RABBIT COSTUME Premium Points: Blue 15 – Red 10 – White 5 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 323 – AMERICAN FUZZY LOP CLASS 324 – DUTCH CLASS 325 – FLEMISH GIANT CLASS 326 – HAVANA CLASS 327 – HOLLAND LOP CLASS 328 – JERSEY WOOLY CLASS 329 – LIONHEAD (SPECIFY BREED) CLASS 330 – MINI-LOP CLASS 331 – MINI-REX CLASS 332 – NETHERLAND DWARF CLASS 333 – POLISH CLASS 334 – REX CLASS 335 – SATIN CLASS 336 – SILVER MARTEN CLASS 337 – OTHER BREEDS CLASS 338 – PET QUALITY Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Junior Doe, up to 6 months Lot 2. Senior Doe, 6 months and over Lot 3 Senior Doe, 6 months and over Lot 4. Junior Buck, up to 6 months Lot 5. Senior Buck, 6 months & over Lot 6. Pen of three (3) Fryers, between 7 & 10 weeks of age. Each pen must consist of Rabbits of the same breed. All breeds and varieties to be judged together as per Fryer Meat Class standards. No Cross entries with Lots 1 & 4 |
| CLASS 339- RABBIT PRODUCTS Premium Points: Blue 8 – Red 6 – White 4 | Lot 1. Pelts Lot 2. Fur |
CAVIES
| CLASS 340 – SHOWMANSHIP B R W Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 341 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 342 – CAVY JUDGING Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 343 – CAVY COSTUME Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 344 – AMERICAN SATIN CLASS 345 – AMERICAN CLASS 346 – ABYSSIAN CLASS 347 – SILKIE CLASS 348 – TEDDY CLASS 349 – TEXEL CLASS 350 – PERUVIAN CLASS 351 – WHITE CRESTED CLASS 352 – OTHER BREED Premium Points: Blue 15 – Red 10 – White 5 | Lot 1. Senior Boar, over 32 oz. Lot 2. Intermediate Boar, 22-32 oz. Lot 3. Junior Boar, 12-22 oz. Lot 4. Senior Sow, over 32 oz. Lot 5. Intermediate Sow, 22-32 Lot 6. Intermediate Sow, 12-22oz |
W – OTHER SMALL ANIMALS
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory for small mammals and birds. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- Open to 4-H members enrolled in Self-determined Animal Project.
- Exhibitor must be present when animal or exhibit is being judged. Check with Small Animal Barn or 4-H Building Superintendent for judging time.
- The classes in this department will be judged as an individual exhibit and on the merit of that item. The habitat and/or environment of the exhibit will be considered in the judging of Classes 374-378.
- Limit on number of animals per class for Classes 374-378:
A. Exhibitor may enter no more than 3 animals per class.
B. No more than one animal per breed /type may be entered per class. (For example: In “Class 375 Reptiles” – exhibitor may enter only one animal per similar species, such as one Corn Snake, King Snake, or Milk Snake, as
the care and handling of these animals is very similar among species.) This applies to many constrictor and colubrid species, as well as similar species of lizards, turtles, and tortoises. Exhibitor may enter up to 3 animals per Class as long as there enough species differences between the animals. Check with Superintendent if clarification is needed.
| CLASS 370 – PET SHOWMANSHIP Exhibitor will demonstrate/articulate: (1) knowledge of safety for animals, handler, and public, (2) proper retrieval from and return to cage/carrier of animal, (3) proper and safe presentation of animal, (4) recognizing and addressing signs of stress in animal, (5) understanding of animal’s anatomy, and (6) general species knowledge. Premium Points: Blue 55 – Red 40 – White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 371 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 372 – SPECIES-SPECIFIC HUSBANDRY Exhibitor will demonstrate/articulate: (1) animal’s habitat of origin, (2) animal’s basic needs (diet, feeding frequency, supplements, etc.), (3) animal’s proper habitat (lighting, temperature, proper heating methods…) 4) proper handling. Premium Points: Blue 25 – Red 20 – White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 373 – DECORATED CAGES/HABITATS Only reptiles, fish, amphibians, arachnids, insects, birds (other than poultry), and small animals not included in any other Class. CLASS 374 – OTHER SMALL MAMMALS CLASS 375 – REPTILES CLASS 376 – TROPICAL FISH CLASS 377 – AMPHIBIANS CLASS 378 – ARACHNIDS AND INSECTS CLASS 379 – BIRDS (OTHER THAN POULTRY) Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Male Lot 2. Female Lot 3. Other/Unknown |
X – CAT – Superintendents: Laurie Hampton 360-437-2388 and Samantha Wall 360-774-1954
DEPARTMENT RULES:
- Veterinary inspection is mandatory. See 4-H Schedule for times.
- All cats must have been vaccinated against rabies with an approved vaccine within 12 months to 3 years as per label directions. Proof of current rabies vaccination by a licensed veterinarian must be presented on the 4-H rabies document which must contain: (1) date of most recent vaccination, (2) cat’s name and age, (3) brand or type of vaccine, and (4) veterinarian’s signature and license number. Cats should be vaccinated against feline panleukopenia, feline rhinotracheitis, calicii and Leukemia viruses and chlamydia- at local veterinarian’s recommendation. This is for the protection of the animal given the stress of changing environmental conditions that the animal may experience at the Fair.
- The number of cats entered per 4-H member is at the discretion of the Superintendent.
- It is the responsibility of each member to care for their cat. Someone will be on duty at all times when cats are on display.
- Showmanship and Herdsmanship are mandatory for all exhibitors and the
cat must be entered in Type. - WSU Publication #EM4810E Cat Fitting & Showing will be used as the guide.
- Decorated Cage size: 21”x21”x45”. Cat is to be in view at all times.
- Cat must be in harness and on leash at all times.
- No pregnant or nursing cats may be entered.
- Cats must be groomed prior to the show, but final touchup may be done at the show. The claws must be clipped.
| CLASS 380 – SHOWMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 55-Red 40-White 25 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 381 – HERDSMANSHIP Premium Points: Blue 25- Red 20- White 15 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 382 – JUDGING Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 383 – PUREBRED CLASS 384 – HOUSEHOLD CATS-SHORTHAIR CLASS 385 – HOUSEHOLD CATS-LONGHAIR CLASS 386 – SENIOR CATS-10 YEARS AND OLDER CLASS 387 – KITTENS – (4 – 7 MONTHS OLD) Premium Points: Blue 20 – Red 15 – White 10 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 388 – DECORATED CAGES Premium Points: Blue 15 – Red 10 – White 5 | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
| CLASS 390 – CAT KNOWLEDGE BOWL CLASS 391 – FELINE GOOD CITIZENSHIP CLASS 392 – FELINE GROOM SQUAD CLASS 393 – CAT QUIZ BOWL Participation Points Only | Lot 1. Juniors, ages 8-10 Lot 2. Intermediates, ages 11-13 Lot 3. Seniors, ages 14-18 |
Y. MASTER SHOWMAN CONTEST
The Master Showmanship Contest is a contest between the Champion and Reserve Champion.
There will be two categories:
- Large Animals (beef, dairy, horse, sheep, and swine)
- Small Animals (dog, cat, rabbit, poultry, and cavies).
These contestants will have been chosen from their respective overall showmanship contests. The winner from last year will not be able to participate in this final event. Should he/ she be the showmanship winner in his/her animal area again, the next highest award winner will be the representative from that area.
Each contestant may be required to show each of the five types of animals for three (3) minutes, then move on to the next animal grouping until all animals have been shown.
The contestants with the highest number of points will be the winner.
Ribbons will be given to the first five (5) places.
This is a Show of Champions in which all 4-H “showmen” strive to express of their cumulative knowledge and skills from the respective project areas.