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Non Livestock Rules

Conduct Rules

1. Conduct Rule for 4-H/FFA Members During Fair
Illegal acts including the possession or use of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs will not be tolerated and a zero tolerance policy will be enforced. Further, any 4 H or FFA member who utilizes tobacco while exhibiting his or her project will be disqualified from further participation in the County Fair even though the use of tobacco by the 4 H or FFA member is legal. Violation of this rule shall result in the 4 H or FFA member being prohibited from participating in the remainder of the fair and forfeiture of any premium earned. Any individual who is found to have violated this rule shall have a right to protest pursuant to the protest procedures set out in paragraph 3.

2. Department Superintendent Decisions
Superintendents shall have the right to make the decisions and implement rules within their department. No protest shall be based upon a claim that the judge or judges are incompetent. A protest as to eligibility of an animal or article to compete in any class or as to an interpretation of a rule must be in writing and filed with the Jefferson County Fair Board President before noon the day following the day on which the class was shown. The Jefferson County Fair Board president shall forward the protest to the department superintendents. Any decisions regarding the protest shall be made with a quorum of the Jefferson County Fair Board members present and shall be in writing. The quorum shall consist of a majority of the members of the Fair Board. No Fair Board member shall be entitled to vote on a matter involving his/her family or a matter in which he or she has a conflict of interest. Any individual affected by the decision shall have a right to appeal pursuant to the protest procedures set out in paragraph 3.

3. Appeal Procedure
When an appeal is made as provided in paragraphs 1 & 2, it shall be made in writing and filed with the Jefferson County Fair Board President within six hours of receiving the written decision of the Fair Board, accompanied by a $25 cash deposit. Upon receipt of a written appeal the Fair Board President or his designee, the County Extension Director or designee, and the County 4-H Youth Committee Chair or designee shall hear the appeal. If the appeal is upheld, the $25 deposit shall be refunded to the individual filing the protest. Expenses of proof shall be assessed against the losing party. The three member committee shall affirm, reverse, or modify the decision and its decisions shall be final. The decision shall be made at the earliest possible time after the appeal is filed.

Use of 4-wheelers, Golf Carts, & ATVs
The Jefferson County Fair Board has implemented the following policy on the use of 4 wheelers, golf carts, and ATV’s. The use of the above vehicles is limited to Fair Board members or their designees.

Clover Kids

Jefferson County 4-H Clover Kids will be able to show 1 exhibit in each of the following areas: Bucket/Bottle Calf, Lamb, Rabbit, Poultry, and Dog and 2 exhibits in the Activity Building.
1. Child must be enrolled in an active Jefferson County Clover Kids Club.
2. Child must have attended at least 2 Clover Kids meetings.
3. Correct forms must be completed and returned to the Extension Office on or before June 6th.

Activities Building Exhibit-Clover Kids
NOTE CHANGE: Youth may bring 2 exhibits to the fair. Exhibit judging will be held Monday, June 23rd from 8:30am. - 3:30 p.m. in the Activity Building. Exhibits will be released Saturday, June 28 at 8:00pm.

Bucket/Bottle Calf Exhibit-Clover Kids
Youth may bring 1 calf to the fair. Exhibits must be checked in on Saturday, June 28 between 9:00 am and 10:00 am. Calves will be put in a pen for the day and will be released immediately following the show. Youth must be signed up for this exhibit before June 6th on the Clover Kids Entry form. Class is open to any newborn or orphan heifer or steer calf. Male calves may be shown as a steer only. Calf must have been born after January 1st of the current year. No show sticks or brushes in show ring.

Lamb Exhibit-Clover Kids
Youth may bring 1 lamb to the fair. The lamb must be checked in on Thursday, June 26 between 9:00 am and 10:00 am. Lambs will be put in a pen for the day and will be released immediately following the show. Youth must be signed up for this exhibit on the Clover Kids form on or before June 6th of the current year.

Rabbit Exhibit-Clover Kids
Youth may bring 1 rabbit to the fair. The rabbit must be checked in on Saturday, June 28 between noon and 1:00 pm. Rabbits will be penned for the day and released immediately following the show. Youth must be signed up before June 6th on the Clover Kids sign up form.

Poultry Exhibit-Clover Kids
Youth may bring 1 poultry exhibit to the fair. The exhibit must be checked in on Friday, June 27 between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm. Exhibits will be penned for the day and released immediately following the show. Youth must be signed up before June 6th on the Clover Kids Form.

Dog Exhibit – Clover Kids
Youth may bring 1 dog exhibit to the fair. The exhibit must be checked in on Sunday, June 29 between 10:30 and ll:30 am. Exhibits will be kept on a leash or crated while waiting to show and released immediately following the show. Youth must be signed up before June 6th on the Clover Kids form.

4-H Clothing Events Day - Tuesday, June 17, 2008
3:30-6:30 p.m. Jefferson County Extension Office

Superintendents: Crystal Hammes, Ann Swanson, Jennifer Anderson, Rhonda Goehring
Judges: Angie Ornduff, Margaret Mordan, & Cynthia McAllister
General Rules for Clothing Selection & Fashion Revue
1. No Entry Fee.
2. No Premium Money for this event.
3. Limit of one entry in each division.
4. Judging will be held on Tuesday, June 17 at the Jefferson County Extension Office, with judging on a first come first serve basis.
5. 4-H members should notify the leaders if they wish to participate in this event before June 6 of this year.
6. Participants may either be Junior, Intermediate, or Senior age 4-H youth.
7. Clothing Selection: A member DOES NOT have to be enrolled in clothing project. Fashion Revue: A member DOES have to be enrolled in the clothing project.
8. Clothing Selection and/or Fashion Revue report forms are to be completed and brought with the participant to the judging event on Tuesday, June 17. Senior members will be asked to indicate if they will be able to participate at the Iowa State Fair on Friday, August 8 if selected as the Jefferson County representative. Intermediate members will be asked to indicate if they will be able to participate at the Area Clothing Event, Friday, August 1st at Coral Ridge Mall, if selected as the Jefferson County representative.
9. Each participant must include a color photo of the exhibitor wearing outfit with report forms.
10. Each participant will wear their selected and/or constructed outfit and be conference judged Tuesday, June 17, and appear at the 4-H style show on Sunday afternoon, June 29. Ribbons will be given at the style show. Iowa State Fair and Area Event winners will also be announced at the style show.
11. Clothing Selection and Fashion Revue entries may be entered as a clothing exhibit in the clothing division at the county fair. However, outfits which will be worn by the Iowa State Fair Winner may not be entered as an Iowa State Fair Clothing exhibit from the county.
12. Evaluation will be based on:
     a. Developing self esteem, posture, poise, & grooming.
     b. Clear and effective communication: explains decision making, demonstrate knowledge, has written report carefully
     prepared.
     c. Choosing clothes for appearance: style, becoming colors, design, awareness of current fashion trends, fit and
     accessories.
     d. Choosing clothes for intended purpose, considering costs.
     e. Evaluating construction and appearance.

Fashion Revue - Department 42

Refer to General Rules for Clothing Selection and Fashion Revue.

1. The outfit must be constructed, hand-knitted or crocheted by the 4-H’er during the current 4-H year.
    a. Outfits may be either dressy or casual such as tailored or party clothes, suits, active sportswear and coats.
    b. An outfit consisting of one or two pieces is very acceptable for a Fashion Revue entry. Additional pieces do not
    necessarily strengthen the entry.
    c. Undergarments may be made or selected by 4-H’er.
    d. Accessories such as handbags, scarves, ties, decorative collars, suspenders and belts may be made or selected by
    the 4-H’er.
    e. Blouses and sweaters are normally considered as garments. If they are used under a coat or jacket for a touch of
    color at the neck (similar to a scarf) they may be selected or made.
    f. An outerwear coat is considered an outfit.
2. Four SENIOR level 4-H members may be selected to represent Jefferson County at the Iowa State Fair, Thursday,
    August 8, 2008.
3. One INTERMEDIATE 4-H member may be selected to represent Jefferson County at the Area Clothing Event Day on
    August 3rd, at Coral Ridge Mall.
4. Three top JUNIOR 4-H members may be selected for honorable mention.
    Class F (J-I-S) Lot 280—Fashion Revue Entry

Clothing Selection - Department 44

Refer to General Rules for Clothing Selection & Fashion Revue.

l. The outfit must be selected by the 4-H member and MUST BE PURCHASED (either new or used), since the purpose of the program is to help youth develop skills in buying clothing and accessories. Clothes may be purchased from any source, including consignment shops, used clothing stores, etc. Clothing items which are home-sewn are not eligible unless the completed garment was purchased from a used clothing source.
2. Criteria is based on satisfactory selection of a purchased garment that represents one of the following three categories:
    • Casual Clothes: clothes for school or work.
    • Sport or Functional Clothes: clothes that assist with a task or activity, protect you from environment or promote
    safety.
    • Special Occasion (Dressy) Clothes: clothing for special events (graduation, prom, wedding, etc.). Clothing is chosen
    to allow personal expression with some thought of future use.
3. One girl, one boy and one racial minority SENIOR 4-H’er may be selected to represent Jefferson County at the Iowa
State Fair on Friday, August. 8.
4. One INTERMEDIATE girl or boy may be selected to represent Jefferson County at the Area Clothing Event Day.
5. Three top JUNIOR participants may be given honorable mention.

Class C(J-I-S) Lot 270—Clothing Selection Entry

$15 CHALLENGE
DEPARTMENT 45
All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should:
a) Purchase an outfit that represents the 4-H’ers goal or intended use for the selected outfit.
b) Have had individual planned or county experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison.
c) Outfits may be selected and/or purchased from a garage sale, consignment store, or resale shop (i.e. Goodwill, Salvation Army).
d) Cost of outfit must be $15 or less, not including shoes, accessories, or undergarments.
e) Receipt(s) MUST be turned in with Clothing Event Report Form.
Class CH (J-I-S) Lot 290—Challenge Entry

Communications - Sunday, June 29, 2008

Superintendent: Dean Adam, Jennifer Anderson, Ann Swanson
Judge: Deborah Sinclair

GENERAL RULES FOR COMMUNICATIONS
1. No Entry Fee.
2. Limit of one entry in each division.
3. 4-H members should notify the leaders if they wish to participate in this event by June 6th.
4. Participants may either be Junior, Intermediate, or Senior age 4-H youth.
5. Participants will receive forms prior to judging. The forms must be filled out and brought to the county contest. Presenters will be asked to indicate if they will be able to participate if chosen to represent Jefferson County at the State Fair.
6. Presenters should wear clothes that are appropriate for their presentation. A 4-H chevron should be worn. Presenters are encouraged to wear something green and white to let your audience know you are a 4-H’er.
7. Each participant will be evaluated by the judge. They will visit with the judge immediately following their presentation or skit.
8. Educational Presentations and Working Exhibits are evaluated on:
    RESPECT: to yourself, audience and topic.
    RESEARCH: well informed with accurate, educational information.
    RESPONSIBILITY: smooth presentation with introduction, body and conclusion. Able to respond to questions.
    RESOURCES: able to use personal (smile, eye contact, and voice control) and visual aids.
9. Educational Presentations and Working Exhibits and Share the Fun Acts will be given at the County Fair on Sunday, June 29 starting at 2:00 p.m. Ribbons will be given and winners announced at the Fair.
10. Eligible 4-H members who have completed 5th grade may be chosen to represent Jefferson County at the Iowa State Fair. Juniors: 5th & 6th grade; Intermediate: 7th, 8th & 9th grade; Seniors: 10th, 11th & 12th grade.
If a Share-the-Fun skit/act selected to participate at the Iowa State Fair involves a whole club, the following criteria must be applied to determine if the club can be entered in the Share-the-fun program at the Iowa State Fair: at least 80 percent of the performing group must have completed grade five in 2008. Participants at the Iowa State Fair cannot be involved in another event such as clothing program, livestock show or judging during the half-day they are scheduled to participate in 4-H Communications programs. 4-H’ers should be encouraged not to be entered in both the Educational Presentation and Working Exhibit programs at the 2008 Iowa State Fair, and definitely cannot do both a Working Exhibit and an Educational Presentation during the same half-day.
11. State Fair Quota:
     • Six (6) Educational Presentations
     • Four (4) Working Exhibits
     • Three (3) Share-the-Fun skits/acts
     • Two (2) Communicating Through Posters.
     • Two (2) Extemporaneous Speakers

Educational Presentations - Department 46

Refer to General Communication Rules.
Educational presentations provide an opportunity for members to demonstrate their communication skills by presenting knowledge, information or process to gain a desired response from an audience. A 4-H member may participate in only one Educational Presentation per year at the Iowa State. Fair. Educational Presentations may be given by one or more 4-H’ers. The topic content of the presentation should determine its length. Junior presentations should not exceed fifteen minutes. Intermediate and Senior presentations should not exceed twenty minutes. Iowa State Fair presentations will be held onAugust 8th, 9th, 13th, and 14th.

Class 811D —Educational Presentation (Junior)-To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 5th or 6th grades in 2008.

Class 811 E —Educational Presentation (Intermediate/Senior) – To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th-12th grades in 2008.

Working Exhibit - Department 47

Refer to General Communication Rules.
Working exhibits provide members an opportunity to communicate and interact with an audience in an informal way. A 4-H member may participate in only one Working Exhibit per year at the Iowa State Fair. The topic selected by the 4-H’er should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience. It is important that the Working Exhibit be of interest to the audiences. The best subjects involve the audience in some doing, feeling, tasting, smelling, judging, etc.

Working exhibits may be given by one or more 4-H’ers. All Working Exhibits will be scheduled at the county event for a 15-20 minute period. Intermediate & Senior members selected to represent Jefferson County at the Iowa State Fair will be scheduled for a 45 minute period. Junior 4-H’ers will be scheduled for 25 minutes. 4-H’ers are encouraged to keep the cost of working exhibits in mind.

Iowa State Fair Working Exhibits will be on August 8th, 9th, 13th, and 14th.

Class 811H—Working Exhibit (Junior) - To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 5th or 6th grades in 2008.

Class 811 I —Working Exhibit- (Intermediate/Senior) – To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th-12th grades in 2008.

Share-The-Fun - Department 48

Refer to General Communication Rules.
The purpose of Share-the-Fun Acts is to:
Provide an opportunity for 4-H members to perform before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment. Share-the-Fun may be done by one or more 4-H’ers. Share-the-Fun skits will be evaluated on:
1. Performance (showmanship/all participants)
2. Quality (well rehearsed)
3. Audience Appeal (is everyone having fun)
4. Appearance (appropriately dressed for act)
Share-the-Fun skits must not exceed eight (8) minutes in length. Skits must be sensitive to the diversity of Iowa’s population. Skits must be in good taste and not offensive to minority groups of Iowans or U.S. Citizens.

Please note: Any Share-the-Fun skit that is selected to represent Jefferson County at the Iowa State Fair must adhere to the above criteria. Skits will be stopped if they exceed the time limit.

Iowa State Fair Share the Fun Exhibits will be at 5pm on August 8th (1), 9th (1), and 13th (1).

Class 811 G —Share-The-Fun Act

Extemporaneous Speaking - Department 50

This contest is designed to encourage the development of communication skills with others through enhancing the ability to think, organize, speak, and answer questions readily before an audience. Each contestant will have 30 minutes preparation time. Each speech shall be not less than four or more than six minutes. Any 4-H’er may participate at the county fair. Two entries may be selected to go on to the Iowa State Fair. Iowa State Fair participants must be Senior aged 4-H’ers, having completed the 9th grade in 2008. Contest rules may be obtained at the Extension Office. Ask for a copy of Iowa State Fair Book.

Iowa State Fair Extemporaneous Speakers will present on August 13th (1) AM and 14th (1) PM

Class 811 K - Extemporaneous Speaking

General Rules for Family & Consumer Sciences, Expressive Arts,
Personal Development, Issues Depts.

4-H Exhibit Bldg. Superintendents: Allen Melcher, Ron Uber, Matt Black
4-H Judging Coordinators: Jennifer Anderson, Ann Swanson
Judges: Carol Pinney, Phyllis Rekemeyer, Barb Oldham, Margaret Mordan, Katy Houston, JoAnn Augspurger

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR ALL EXHIBIT BUILDING EXHIBITS
1. Exhibit classes are broad categories. To plan exhibits, 4-H’ers are encouraged to use project guides and manuals and program materials to determine goals and learning experiences.
2. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of the 4-H’ers participation in the selected project or program. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group. Exhibits might be, but are not limited to, an actual product, poster, display box, report, notebook, model, video tape, audio cassette, etc.
3. NOTE: Any exhibit that is exhibited in the Exhibit Building at the Jefferson County Fair does not need to be evaluated at an achievement show prior to the fair.
4. Clubs may hold local achievement shows, if so they are expected to pay Achievement Show Judge.
5. No entry fees.
6. Exhibit divisions will be as follows:
Junior Division: Having completed 4th, 5th or 6th grade. Intermediate Division: Having completed the 7th, 8th or 9th grade. Senior Division: Having completed 10th, 11th or 12th grade.
7. All exhibits must be prepared by a bona fide 4-H member in Jefferson County, and be an outgrowth of a 4-H project in the current year. If a 4-H goal was set prior to doing a project that was evaluated at school it can be exhibited at the fair. Indication must be made on the entry tag that it was a school project.
8. Exhibitors may not exhibit two identical exhibits. A new learning experience or knowledge should be gained from preparing each exhibit.
9. IF AN EXHIBITOR IS ABSENT THE DAY OF CONFERENCE JUDGING, HIS/HER EXHIBIT(S) MAY BE BROUGHT TO THE FAIR BY A FAMILY MEMBER AND WILL BE JUDGED BASED ON THE ABSENT MEMBER’S WRITTEN WORK. Excused absences will be reviewed and determined on a case-by-case basis by the 4-H & Youth Committee.
10. All articles, including accessories, exhibited must be labeled with the exhibitor’s name, 4-H club and class number. Place label in inconspicuous places (i.e. back of posters, underneath sides, waistbands, neck facings, etc.).
11. An entry form must be attached securely to each exhibitor’s entry. This entry form must be either the green form for 5th thru 12th grade members or the white form for Clover, Associate and 4th grade members. The forms are available at the Extension office. Information requested on an entry form is as follows:
CLASS & LOT: (Class [J=Junior, I=Int., S=Senior] & Lot number listed in exhibit listings).
DEPARTMENT: (28-Food&Nutrition, 32- Clothing, etc)
ENTRY: (Description of entry-chocolate cake, blue jumper, oak dresser, purple earrings, red accessory box, etc.).
MEMBER’S NAME:
CLUB NAME:
The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following questions about the exhibit:
   a. What did you want to accomplish by creating this exhibit?
   b. How did you go about working toward your goal(s)?
   c. What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)?
   d. What ideas or plans do you have for the future based on what you have learned or discovered?
12. The 4-H’ers goal will form the basis of the evaluation process. All exhibits will be evaluated on the:
   1) Learning involved
   2) Workmanship and techniques
   3) General appearance and design.
13. The “4-H Photography Exhibit” label must be attached to each photography exhibit.
14. Exhibit displays should be in proportion to the main item or idea being displayed. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned, the following maximum size guidelines apply:
   • Posters and banners are not to exceed standard poster board size of 22"x28," or foam core board size of 22"x30".
   • Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, and model displays, etc., are not to exceed 4’x4' in size.
     Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.
   • Display boxes are not to exceed 28x22 in height or width and 12" in depth.
     EXCEPTION: Specific size mentioned in Foods & Nutrition and Poster Art.
15. If audio or visual tapes are to be considered during judging, notation must be made on the entry sheet to the County Extension Office.
16. Original use by a 4-H’er of copyright materials should not be used in 4-H exhibits. A copyright design is not allowable because in the fair setting the exhibit is on public display and that infringes on copyright laws.
17. Noxious weeds, endangered or threatened wild flowers, nests, and small songbird feathers should NOT be used in any exhibit. Pheasant, duck, goose, and quail feathers “legally taken” are acceptable.
18. All exhibits, activities and programs must represent appropriate safety procedures in the development of the exhibit around the evaluation process.
19. All exhibits in these divisions will be Conference Judged according to club schedules.
20. All exhibitors must wear white/ash shirts/blouses with 4-H chevrons during exhibit evaluation. White/ash T-shirts with printed 4-H or FFA emblems will be acceptable. 4-H T-shirts and chevrons for attaching to either shirts or blouses may be purchased at the Extension office.
21. The buildings will be closed to the public during judging. Parents or accompanying adults may be present during judging, but only the member may participate in the judging experience.
22. Exhibits will be rated with a blue, red or white ribbon. Green Iowa State Fair Consideration ribbons will be awarded to exhibitors that have completed the 5th thru 12th grade for exhibits evaluated as “outstanding” by the judges. Lavender ribbons will be given to “outstanding” 4th grade exhibits. Exhibits selected for Iowa State Fair will receive purple ribbons. No additional premium money will be given for green, lavender or purple ribbons.
23. Exhibitors who have completed the 5th thru 12th grade and have not graduated from high school before 2008 will be eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair.
24. Exhibits for the Iowa State Fair will be selected by the judges, in consultation with the 4-H Youth Committee, from eligible exhibits, following the completion of conference judging. The Exhibit Building will be closed to the public while the Iowa State Fair exhibits are being selected.
25. An individual member may not have more than one exhibit selected to be exhibited at the Iowa State Fair per Division: Family and Consumer Science, Expressive Arts, Personal Development, Issues, Ag & Natural Resources, Science, Mechanics Engineering.
26. The Jefferson County Fair Board and the Jefferson County Extension Staff will use diligence to insure the safety of all articles exhibited, but will not be responsible for damage or loss by fire, theft, etc. Exhibitors should not send small items that have special meaning and historical value as the exhibit or part of an exhibit.
27. All exhibits will be released Saturday, June 28, at 8:00 p.m.
28. Exhibits which do not comply with size guidelines, copyright, and safety procedures will not be accepted for entry, evaluation, or display at the Iowa State Fair.
29. Awards will be presented to Outstanding Exhibits in Family & Consumer Sciences classes, Horticulture, Expressive Arts, Ag. & Natural Resources, & Science, Mechanics, & Engineering.

Family & Consumer Sciences - Child Development, Clothing, Consumer & Management, Food & Nutrition, Home Improvement

Refer to General Exhibit Rules
1. Members may exhibit a total of ten (l0) Family & Consumer Sciences exhibits and not more than five (5) from each of the food and nutrition, home improvement, clothing, and child development.
2. A total of approximately fifteen (15) Family & Consumer Sciences exhibits from Child Development, Clothing, Consumer Management, Food and Nutrition and Home Improvement may be selected for advancement to the Iowa State Fair.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT 34
Class A (J-I-S) 501, Child Development -Educational display or other type of exhibit relating to a child development project/program, such as age appropriate games and toys, original stories, babysitting, toy safety, positive guidance and discipline, kids with special needs, careers, etc. Exhibit information should include what you have learned: 1) about yourself, and/or 2) about children while creating and using this exhibit, and/or 3) about what the child gained or learned from use of the item in the exhibit.

CLOTHING
DEPARTMENT 32
Class A (J-I-S) 511, Clothing Design and Creative Sewing — Includes, but not limited to, constructed garments or accessories; design illustrations, sketches, models, etc.; modified, designed or recycled garments; making a garment that enhances the way you or others look, design, or sew for others, etc. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.

Class B (J-I-S) 511, Choosing Clothes and Learning About Fabrics — Includes, but not limited to, purchased garments or accessories, textile fiber or fabric characteristics, choosing clothes or accessories to enhance the way you or others look, labeling, etc. (Include only one shoe, earring, etc. if part of the exhibit.) Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.

Class C (J-I-S) 511, Clothing Safety and Care — Includes, but not limited to, decisions about clothes for sports, temperature control and protection, laundry experiences, clothing care, etc.

Class D (J-I-S) 511, Other Clothing and Sewing Ideas — Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H textile and clothing educational experience. Could include but not restricted to: 1) exploration of ethnic or historical clothing; 2) dress as a means of expression; 3) clothes for special needs of handicapped, elderly, children; 4) cultural expression through clothes; 5) career or processes in the textile and/or apparel industry; 6) decorative processes such as textile dying, printing, embroidery, knitting, or quilting; 7) construction of household textiles. The exhibit may be an object, notebook, or poster. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.

CONSUMER AND MANAGEMENT
DEPARTMENT 33
Class A (J-I-S) 541 – SPENDING PLANS AND RECORD KEEPING
   • Track your spending (account books, computer records, envelope systems, checkbook records, etc.).
   • Set up family record keeping system.
   • Survey peer spending habits (allowances, video arcades, clothing, food, etc.).
   • Track your 4-H project(s) spending (livestock records, photographs, clothing, etc.).
   • Describe appropriate use of credit.
   • Track how you spend your time (calendar system, diary, etc.).
   • Set up a family calendar system.
Class B (J-I-S) 54B – COMPARISON SHOPPING
   • Compare products.
   • Compare type of stores or places to shop.
   • Compare cost of shopping with cash and credit.
   • Compare colleges, trade schools, etc.
   • Compare cost of recreational activities.
   • Compare financial institutions (banks, savings and loans, credit unions, etc.).
   • Compare car insurance.
   • Compare investments and savings.
Class C (J-I-S) 541 – CONSUMER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   • Explore advertising influences.
   • Show how to make a consumer complaint.
   • Show where to find consumer information.
   • Evaluate reliability of consumer information.
   • Describe cost of fraud (shoplifting, bad check, fake ID, etc.).
   • Describe potential problems related to privacy issues (social security number, credit card, internet shopping, etc.).

FOOD AND NUTRITION
DEPARTMENT 28
Class A (J-I-S) 521, Food Preparation and Safety (including Food Preservation) — Includes, but not limited to, prepared product, product evaluation, food preparation terms, storage practices, etc.

Class B (J-I-S) 521, Consumer Behavior and Management — Includes, but not limited to, resource management, product comparison, meal planning and service, purchasing, food packaging and recycling, nutrition labeling, etc.

Class C (J-I-S) 521, Nutrition and Wellness — Includes, but not limited to dietary guidelines, nutrient functions, physical health, etc.

Class D (J-I-S) 521, Other Food and Nutrition Ideas — Exhibit can tell or show any special related topic such as measurement of ingredients, eating out, special recipe collection, cultural food traditions, food science “whys,” careers, etc.

Special Rules
In addition to the general rules 4-H’ers entering Food and Nutrition exhibits must follow these special rules:
   1. Two copies of the recipe (ingredients, preparation instructions, time, temperature) MUST be included on a 3 X 5 inch
   card for any prepared food exhibit. Source of recipe must be credited.
   2. Plate of seven cookies, rolls, etc., is recommended or amount appropriate for size of display.
   3. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label, VI 991201 WB/SAS. Only food processed after
   August 1, 2007 is acceptable.
      a. Type of food
      b. Method of preservation
      c. Processing time
      d. Date processed
      e. Source of recipe and/or method of preservation (if a publication, include name and date)
      Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation methods must be used. (Check at
      County Extension Office for recommended practices or call the ISU Answer Line 1-800-262-3804 for current
      researched information.)
4. Preserved foods exhibits MUST include two (2) product samples. One will be opened for evaluation and then discarded. The second will be on display and then will be returned to the exhibitor. Perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display. Standard canning jars are to be clear, not tinted; standard canning lid and screw band. Each jar must be labeled with the following information: Type of food, method of preservation, processing time, date processed, and source of recipe and/or method of preservation.
5. Prepared foods should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard. Consider this recommendation rather than pans, plates, china, or baskets due to potential damage or loss. Place exhibit in a reclosable plastic bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag.
6. Products that require refrigeration (cream fillings, cream pies, meat or broth, relish or fruit trays, cheeses, eggs, custards, egg noodles, and friendship starters, etc.) are not acceptable entries for the fair. These items do not hold up well at room temperature and often pose a food safety hazard. Such items will not be accepted, judged, or displayed.
7. Due to safe handling concerns during processing, no meat jerky product exhibits are allowed.
8. All food products and food preparation procedures used, illustrated, or described must be unquestionably safe. Any exhibit considered to be, or to portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged or displayed.
9. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted.
10. If you choose to use a display box, the dimensions are not to exceed 10"x12"x14". (The three dimensions can be applied to best fit the exhibit size for height, width, or depth.) Posters and other display boards must follow size guidelines in General Rule 12.
11. Food product exhibits must be prepared, baked, or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers.
All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption/nutritional evaluation.

HOME IMPROVEMENT
DEPARTMENT 30
Class A (J-I-S) 531, Design in the Home — An educational display, notebook, poster or other type of exhibit such as a design element or art principle, explaining design of an item, selecting an item illustrating design, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class B (J-I-S) 531, Furniture in the Home — Includes, but not limited to, reclaimed furniture, room plans, furniture styles, historic furniture, buymanship, etc. Must include an explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class C (J-I-S) 531, Accessories for the Home — Includes, but not limited to, wall accessories, nature accessories, flatware selection/coordination, table design, lighting design, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class D (J-I-S) 531, Fabrics in the Home — Includes, but not limited to upholstered furniture, pillows, curtains, table linens, storage protection, etc. Must include an explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class E (J-I-S) 531, Maintenance in the Home — Includes but not limited to cleaning plan, storage, energy conservation, recycling, own home away from home, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class F (J-I-S) 531, Other Home Improvement Ideas — Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a home improvement project or program such as decision making process, careers, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Expressive Arts - Visual Arts, Posters & Photography

EXPRESSIVE ARTS RULES
1. Refer to Exhibit Building Rules
2. A total of approximately 7 Expressive Art Exhibits from Visual Arts & Photography and 2 from Posters may be selected for advancement to the Iowa State Fair.

VISUAL ARTS
DEPARTMENT 36
Special rules for Visual Arts:
1. Refer to General Information for Exhibit Building and Expressive Arts Rules.
2. Limit of 5 visual arts entries per exhibitor. No duplicates.
3. Visual Arts judging will be done in conjunction with judging beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Exhibit Building on Monday, June 23.
4. If a 4-H goal was set prior to doing a project that was evaluated at school it can be exhibited at the Fair.
5. ARTICLES MADE FROM KITS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE JEFFERSON COUNTY FAIR ONLY.
To be considered for the Iowa State Fair, articles must NOT be made from kits. EXCEPTION: See Class 821B item #2. (Kits are defined as any prepackaged item where the materials and the design are predetermined by the manufacturer. Examples of preformed molds would be purchased green ware or white ware.)
Articles that use patterns or pictures from magazines as starting points for designs are acceptable, assuming the 4-H’er modifies the design to make an original statement. (Combining parts of patterns with the member’s own ideas can result in an original design; changing the color and/or size does not make the design original.)
8. If the exhibit results in a finished art product, include the starting source of the design. (This might include cut paper designs, sketches, a piece of tree bark, doodles, magazine pictures, two patterns and a sketch they combined.)
9. Copyright material should not be used in 4-H
Visual Art Exhibits.

Class A (J-I-S) 821, Original Art — Original art should be an exhibit that has a design unique to you. By using one medium or a combination, an individual creates an object that is not recognizable as another's work. Trademarks, logos, and other copyrighted images cannot be original since some other artist has already designed and created it. You must identify and explain the application of the design element(s) and art principle(s) featured in this exhibit and describe or explain the source of the design.

Does one (or more) of the following questions help describe what your exhibit is about? If it sounds like your exhibit, it should probably be in the Original Art class.

1. Did your idea come from something you thought up, the placement of geometric shapes, or something viewed in nature?
2. Did you see a design, magazine picture, painting, etc., that gave you an idea and you made at least major changes to that idea? (Include the source of design and explain the major changes.) You know it is a major change if you quickly look at your original source and your exhibit and they DO NOT seem similar.
3. Did you create your exhibit by observing things around you like looking at a still life or from a photograph you took of a scene?
4. Are the people in your exhibit (drawing, painting) ones you observed, studied, sketched, or photographed and not people you saw in a magazine or other photograph? (If the person is identifiable from your picture, did you request their permission to use them in your art work?)

Class B (J-I-S) 821, Design and/or Technique Exploration — This exploration class is an exhibit that provides an individual the opportunity to explore a medium, practice a skill, or study a design element or art principle. An explanation of the application of design elements or art principles used when making the exhibit must be included. This exhibit may be an object, portfolio, display, poster, or organized sketchbook. If a non-original design source is used, its origin (where the idea was found, any pictures, sketches, etc.) must still be credited. Logos, trademarks, pictures or designs that are copyrighted may only be used if permission for this specific use has been granted from an authorized authority. The written permission must be included in the support materials provided with the exhibit or the piece is not legal for public display and will be disqualified. For display purposes, those exhibits with written permission will be labeled, “Copyright permission granted”.
In this class
1. Directions may be used to make the exhibit (basket weave pattern, quilt pattern, process instructions i.e. tie dying). Include the source of instructions or copy of the instructions. In your write-up be sure to focus on the design elements or art principles used in making decisions to develop the exhibit.
2. It may be a process evaluation shown by examples that demonstrate a different step of the process needed to complete a finished product. This process evaluation is the only acceptable place to exhibit portions of green ware or white ware to provide the appropriate surface to illustrate the process techniques being explored. Processes could include glazes, paint blending, surface preparation to the final product. A finished product will only be used in the evaluation to determine level of accomplishment of the goal.
3. A portfolio showing several examples of practicing techniques of a medium where you used design ideas from photos, magazines, pictures. You must credit the sources of design ideas.
4. You may use a series of rubber stamps, stencils, etc. to create a design, develop technique or study color and texture. Detailed explanation of the use of the design elements/art principles is required.
5. Create a picture while practicing and improving your technique(s) of drawing, shading, blending, etc. The write-up focuses on the techniques practiced to demonstrate skills in applying the design elements and/or art principles.

Class C (J-I-S) 821, Other Visual Art Topics — Exhibits might include study on an individual artist, style, craft business or marketing process, planning group tour, career options, etc.

VISUAL ARTS AWARD
Jefferson County Mutual Insurance Association will sponsor a cash award to an outstanding visual art exhibit selected by the judge.

4-H POSTERS
DEPARTMENT 49
1. Any currently enrolled 4-H’er who has completed the 4th thru 12th grade may enter a poster exhibit. This includes 4-H’ers of organized 4-H clubs, 4-H special interest groups and 4-H school enrichment programs.
2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster or foam core board, minimum size of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”. Posters may be vertical or horizontal and may be any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, oils, acrylic, charcoal, collage. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional.
3. Posters cannot incorporate copyright material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Youth Conference theme logo. The 4-H Clover is a copyright logo. 4-H’ers can include the clover, but do not copy/print other material over the clover.
4. Each poster must have the completed 2007 Poster Exhibit Entry Form (VI-8128-SAS) attached to the back, as well as the County Exhibit Entry Form.
5. “Communicating Through 4-H Posters” themes:
   a. 4-H is...(open to 4-H’ers interpretation)
   b. Join 4-H
   c. Ignite the Flame
   (2008 Iowa 4-H Conference theme)
   d. Sounds Like Fun!
   (The 2007 Iowa State Fair theme)
6. No Entry Fee. Only one entry per member.
7. Posters will be judged during conference judging at Fair.
8. Two qualified entries from 5th to 12th grade members from Department 49 may be selected to advance for Iowa State Fair evaluation.

Class J(J-I-S) Lot 811-Poster Communication

PHOTOGRAPHY
DEPARTMENT 40
Refer to the General Information and Expressive Art Rules
1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. Photographs may be processed from negatives, slides, or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs and must have been taken during the current 4-H year.
2. If photos are mounted, they can be (a) flush-mounted (no mounting board showing) on mounting board, or (b) with mount borders (window mat or flat mount directly on board. Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use inexpensive ready-cut window mats, or have matting done professionally. In all cases 4-H’ers are responsible for design decisions such as border width, color, and size. Framed photos, including floating frames, will not be judged.
3. If photos are not mounted, they may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering such as photo album pages.
4. A series is a group of photos or slides that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Photos must be mounted as one unit in story order. Slides should be numbered and/or displayed in sequence.
5. The “4-H Photography Exhibit” label must be completed and attached to the back of each photo exhibit entry. Label is available at the county Extension office.
6. Captions are optional; if used, they should be short.

Class A (J-I-S) 851, Mounted Photograph or Series — Individual or series photos where the exhibited photo is at least 5x7 inches (the standard 5x7 commercial reprint). Larger photos may be cropped if necessary for better composition, but to no smaller than 5x7 inches. Series entries should consist of three to five photos (each 5x7 minimum) mounted as one piece. Mounting is required for all entries in this class. See item two (2) above for mounting suggestions.

Class B (J-I-S) 851, Single Photograph or Series — A photo of any size may be considered in this class. There is no minimum size. Series entries should include three to five photos. If the series is mounted, it should be done as one piece. See item numbers two (2) and three (3) above for exhibiting suggestions.

Class C (J-I-S) 851, Contemporary/Creative Photography — A photograph that is understood to be a creative, imaginative, or experimental departure from realism. Examples of Contemporary/Creative Photography may include: abstracts, derivations, distortions, black light, bas-relief, diazochrome, posterization, solarization, multiple exposures, montages, kodalith, multiple images with trick lenses and similar processes.
Special exhibit requirements:
   1. Photograph must be mounted but not framed.
   2. Current 4-H Photography Exhibit Label must be attached to the back of the exhibit.
   3. A detailed report must be attached clearly stating the process used to achieve the desired effect. Each step and materials
   or equipment used must be included in this report.
   4. Where possible, a copy of the photo before manipulation should be included with the report.

Class D (J-I-S) 851, Photography Idea — This class is designed for creative photography and experiments that do not fit into the previous classes. Photos or educational displays in this class may make use of creative camera techniques, darkroom techniques, mounting and exhibiting techniques, or computer enhancement, just to name a few possibilities. Above all, creativity and originality are valued. If exhibit is a photo or collage of photos, it must not be framed and must have the photo exhibit label.

NEW Class E (J-I-S) 4-H’ers in Action -Open to all 4-H members in grades 4-12; participants do not have to be enrolled in photography. The Iowa 4-H Foundation announces a special opportunity for all 4-H members to participate in a statewide photo exhibition titled “4-H’ers in Action!” The exhibition will feature the best photo from each participating county on display at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Photos selected for the exhibition will also be considered for a 2009 calendar and other 4-H promotional materials. No ribbon placing will be given. Each participating county will select one entry that best represents “4-H’ers in Action!” in their county to be included in the state fair exhibition. Any 5” x 7” color photograph (vertical or horizontal), taken after January 1, 2006 that shows a 4-H’er or group of 4-H’ers involved in a project, doing community service, giving an educational presentation, enjoying a recreational activity, or anything else related to the 4-H youth program. Photos should reflect any of the many aspects of 4-H throughout the year. (Because photos may be selected for an exhibition at the Iowa State Fair, negatives or digital copies of the photos should be kept on file.) Include a photo story to tell what’s happening in the photo and explain why it’s the best example of “4-H’ers in Action!” from your county. Captions are limited to 75 words or less.
Photography and story writing are to be done by a 4-H youth member.

Personal Development - Department 38

1. Refer to General Information for Exhibit Building Exhibits & Family and Consumer Science Rules
2. No Entry Fee
3. Limit of one entry per class. Total not to exceed three (3) entries.
4. Personal Development judging will be done in conjunction with Home Economics judging beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Exhibit Building on Monday, June 23, and proceed according to the Home Economics judging schedule.
5. Approximately two (2) entries may be chosen from this department to advance to the Iowa State Fair.
6. Refer to General Information for exhibit size guidelines.
Class A (J-I-S) 865, Camping — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a camping project or activity such as camper safety, fire building, rainy day activities, outdoor cookery, day camp plan, selecting camping equipment, equipping a backpack, resource file of camping activities, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 806, Citizenship — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a citizenship project or program such as responsibilities with family, club, community, world, plan community service activity, learn about local and county government, study family heritage, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 811, Communication — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a communication project or program such as describing the communication process, methods of communicating, or a product based on a communications method which might include slide/tape, videotape (done in standard play), or feature news stories; or theatre arts such as costuming, sound effects, props and staging, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 831, Health — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a health project or program such as personal health analysis, physical fitness plan, home health hazard hunt, body systems and functions, daily food intake plan, minor injury treatment, community health services, effects of smoking, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 841, Leadership — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a leadership project or program such as types of leadership, analysis of personal leadership styles and qualities, processes to determine the identification of community needs, resource analysis, activity plan, or youth as partners.

Class A (J-I-S) 871, Music — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a music project or program such as study of a composer, music history, comparison of types of music, composing an original song, teaching music to others, making a musical instrument, sharing musical programs, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 881, Safety — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a safety project or program such as home hazard hunt, organize safety poster contest, conduct farm safety program, attend CPR training, develop home fire safety plan, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 891, Self Determined — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a self determined project or program which does not fit any other project class.

Issues Department - Department 41

Class A (J-I-S) 950, Societal Issues — Any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension 4-H educational experience. Exhibits might include, but are not limited to, topics such as water quality, erosion, pollution, radon, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, animal welfare/rights, etc.

Include information on:
-What is the societal issue?
-How does my/our goal relate to the issue?
-What did I/we learn about the issue?
-How can I/we best communicate the importance of the issue?
-What did I/we do to educate others about the issue?

4-H Historical/Family Heritage

PURPOSE: This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and to focus on 4-H history and family heritage. Emphasis is also provided for an intergenerational focus. Participants (youth and adults) are encouraged to learn and share more about the history of 4-H in Iowa and/or their family heritage. This class is designed and intended to provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers and adults to form a team in planning and developing an exhibit to share together learning related to 4-H history and heritage

Special Exhibit Guidelines
1. Each county may enter two (2) exhibits in this class for the Iowa State Fair. If two exhibits are selected, at least one
(1) must be a 4-H history/4-H heritage exhibit.
2. If selected for the Iowa State Fair the 4-H youth exhibitor(s) will receive a special recognition certificate in place of ribbons.
3. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and completed by one or more 4-H’er(s), of eligible exhibitor age, with one or more adult(s).
4. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish a goal(s) determined jointly by all the participating 4-H’ers and adults.
5. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook, model, video tape, audio cassette, etc.
6. The exhibit should include the following information:
   • What was the goal(s)? Include for both 4-H’er(s) and adult participant(s).
   • How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed?
   • What responsibilities did each participant, youth and adult, involved in the learning experience complete?
   • What was the learning of this experience for each individual? This might include what you learned about working with
   each other.
   • What were the benefits of this experience for the participants (youth/adults/together)?
   • What plans do you have to continue this interest?
7. Exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa State Fair “General Exhibit Rules,” including size, copyright where applicable, safety, etc. to be eligible for Iowa State Fair entry.

Class L (J-I-S) 811, 4-H Historical/Family Heritage — Any exhibit by one or more 4-H’ers with one or more adult(s) which is an outgrowth of a goal identified by the participants. Topics might be related to the history of: 4-H, a 4-H project, educational experience, activity, family heritage, Iowa, etc.

4-H Go the Distance - Special Exhibit Class

Rules
This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and understanding of the role nutrition and physical activity has in promoting health and well-being. Participants are encouraged to learn about how nutrition and physical activity affect the overall health (including physical performance and disease risk) of an individual or group. This class is intended to provide an opportunity for 4-Hers, as an individual, club or team, to plan and develop an exhibit that shares what they have learned about nutrition and physical activity in relation to health.

Special Exhibit Guidelines
1. Each county may send two (2) exhibits in this class to the Iowa State Fair.
2. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and completed by one or more 4-Hers, of eligible exhibitor age.
3. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the 4-Her(s).
4. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook, model, video tape, audio cassette, physical activity and menu plan, etc.
5. The exhibit should include the following information:
    a. What was the goal(s)?
    b. How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed?
    c. What responsibilities were completed by each participant involved in the learning experience?
    d. What did you learn about nutrition and physical activity?
     e. What plans do you have to continue this interest?
6. Exhibitors must comply with the Iowa State Fair ‘General Exhibit Rules,’ including size, copyright where applicable, safety, etc., to be eligible for Iowa State Fair entry.

Class A (J-I-S) 960 — Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to explore an area of nutrition and physical activity for personal development.

Class B (J-I-S) 960 — Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to provide leadership in the areas of nutrition and physical activity in a group setting (ex: family, club, community, etc.).

Class C (J-I-S) 960 — Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which displays citizenship in the areas of nutrition and physical activity within a community (example: senior living center, school, etc.).

Agricultural & Natural Resources - Department 22

Judge: Ron Pinney
1. Applicable rules and regulations, listed in Exhibit General Rules and Regulations, apply to this dept.
2. Limit two (2) entries per class. Total not to exceed ten (10) entries.
3. Approximately two (2) exhibits from this division will be chosen for the Iowa State Fair.

Class A (J-I-S) 101, Animal Science — Any exhibit (excluding an animal itself) that is an outgrowth or a small or large animal project or program including beef, dairy, goat, dog, horse, pets, poultry, rabbit, sheep and swine. Ownership of an animal is not required for entry in this class. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, selection, feeding, financial management, waste management, use of records, health care, housing or career opportunities.

Class A (J-I-S) 211, Conservation — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a conservation project or program such as soil conservation, creating habitats, wetland restoration, energy conservation, planting windbreaks, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 221, Entomology — A general or special collection, from an entomology or bee project (excluding live specimen.), or any exhibit that is an outgrowth of an entomology or bee project or program such as life cycle, bee management, products (honey, wax), equipment, diseases, pests, habits of insects, insect genetics, IPM scouting, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 231, Veterinary Science — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a veterinary science project or program such as maintaining health, cause and prevention of disease, internal parasites, public health, careers, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 301, Other Agriculture and Natural Resources Ideas — Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H Agriculture and Natural Resources project or educational experience that does not fit any previous class listed.

Class A (J-I-S) 701, Crop Production — Any exhibit, that is an outgrowth of participation in a corn, soybean, small grain or forage project or program. If the exhibit involves a crop specimen, include the variety and planting date. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, variety selection, plant growth, planting, plant nutrition, weed, insect or disease control, environmental protection, harvesting, storage, marketing, or career opportunities.

Class A (J-I-S) 706, Forestry — General or special collection, i.e., leaves, seeds, etc.

Class B (J-I-S) 706, Forestry — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a forestry project or program such as insect or disease control, growth stages, type of tree for intended use, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 711, Horticulture — An exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in flower gardening and ornamentals, home garden, small fruit crop, and vegetable crop project or program. Exhibits might include such ideas or concepts as cultivar selection, plant nutrition, insect, weed or disease control, harvesting, preservation, marketing, careers, etc. To exhibit vegetable specimen (project), refer to the 4-H Horticulture Show Department.

Class B (J-I-S) 711, Home Grounds Improvement — An exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a home grounds improvement project or program. Exhibits might include ideas or concepts such as landscape plans, techniques, selection of landscape plants, garden design, garden features, careers, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 741, Plant Science — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a plant science project or program such as collections plant growth, plant parts, soil structure, soil maps, germination, cross breeding, root systems, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 880, Safety and Education Shooting Sports – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a SESS project or program such as archery, rifle, shotgun, muzzle loader, etc. Topics may include selection of equipment, record keeping in scoring, safety practices, care and storage of equipment, ethics, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 911, Fish and Wildlife — Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a wildlife project or program such as fish and wildlife identification, observation, habitats, fish and wildlife harvest, other activities, etc.

AG & NATURAL RESOURCES AWARDS

Jefferson County Soil & Water Conservation
Jefferson County Soil & Water Conservation will sponsor two cash awards to the best overall Conservation exhibits. 1st place $15.00, 2nd place $10.00.

Southeast Research Farm
Southeast Research Farm will sponsor two cash awards to the best overall Plant Science or Crop Production exhibit. 1st place $15.00, 2nd place $10.00

Science, Mechanics & Engineering - Department 20

Judge: Ron Pinney
1. Applicable rules and regulations, listed in Exhibit General Rules and Regulations, apply to this dept.
2. Limit two (2) entries per class; total not to exceed ten (10) entries.
3. Approximately six (6) exhibits may be chosen from this department for advancement to the Iowa State Fair. Exhibitors who have completed the 5th thru 12th grade and have not graduated from high school before 2007 will be eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair.

Class A (J-I-S) 401, Aerospace — Flyable model built from a kit or original design.

Class B (J-I-S) 401, Aerospace — Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an aerospace idea such as forces involved in flying, model rocket photography, safety in flying model rockets or airplanes, test for rocket stability, etc.; may include scale models or kits to illustrate a concept.

Class A (J-I-S) 421, Automotive — Repaired or restored vehicle. [NOTE: Cars will be on display at the Iowa State Fair one day only, Thursday, August 7. Exhibitors will participate in conference judging of their exhibit on August 7.]

Class B (J-I-S) 421, Automotive — Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an automotive idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, comparison shopping, principles of systems operations such as electrical, braking, air bags, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 901, Computer — Educational display or other type of exhibit showing:
   • an original computer program written by the exhibitor in a common computer language, including documentation; or
   • an applied use of existing software (database, spreadsheet, graphic design, etc.) including printouts of the application
   showing work product; or
   • another idea that is an outgrowth of participation in a 4-H computer project or program.

Class A (J-I-S) 611, Electric/Electronics — Constructed or repaired article or educational display or other type of exhibit showing an electric or electronic idea such as safety, construction techniques, lighting effects, electrical energy sources, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 451, Small Engine — Repaired or restored operating engine or educational display or other type of exhibit showing a small engine idea such as maintenance, function of parts, comparisons, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 441, Tractor — Repaired or restored tractor. NOTE: A Conference Judging opportunity for exhibitors in class 441A will be offered during exhibit check-in, August 5. Tractors will be displayed outside and/or in a tent throughout the Iowa State Fair, August 7-17.

Class B (J-I-S) 441, Tractor — Educational display or other type of exhibit related to tractor showing an idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, engine components, operation costs, principles of engine operation, safety hazards, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 411, Welding — Constructed article or educational display related to welding showing an idea such as safety, types of welds, comparisons of welds, etc.
(NOTE: Large items may be displayed outside.)

Class A (J-I-S) 461, Woodworking — New constructed and finished article. (NOTE: Large outdoor items may be displayed outside.)

Class B (J-I-S) 461, Woodworking — Educational display or other type of exhibit showing a woodworking idea such as type of woods, wood finishes, safety precautions, tools and proper use, wood fasteners, woodworking skills and techniques, etc.

Class A (J-I-S) 893, Science and Technology — Educational display or other type of exhibit showing how science and math help us understand the world. May include constructed article, posters, portfolios, notebooks, etc., to show and explain what was learned.

Class A (J-I-S) 601, Other Science, Mechanics and Engineering Ideas — Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H science, mechanics and engineering project or educational experience that does not fit any previous classes listed. (Note: large items may be displayed outside.)

AWARD
Jefferson Co. Mutual Insurance Association
Jefferson County Mutual Insurance Association will sponsor a cash award to the top two outstanding exhibits in the Science & Engineering Classes.

Horticulture - Department 24

Judge: Ron Pinney
1. Applicable rules and regulations, listed in Exhibit General Rules and Regulations, apply to this department.
2. Exhibits should be an outgrowth of participation in the horticulture project of home garden, vegetable crop or flower gardening.
3. An exhibitor may have only one (1) Vegetable Collection entry.
4. An exhibitor may have only five (5) individual garden vegetable entries. Limit one per class.
5. An exhibitor may have only one (l) flower entry.
6. All entries must have been grown by the exhibitor as a 4-H/FFA project.
7. Vegetables should be prepared and displayed as recommended in the publication 4H-462, “Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit.”
8. Exhibits are to be maintained in good condition throughout the fair and are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
9. Classes in this Horticulture Division are not Iowa State Fair Classes.
10. Vegetables may be exhibited at the Iowa State Fair by 4-H members in the 4-H Horticulture Show. For specific information contact the Jefferson County Extension Office.

INDIVIDUAL VEGETABLES CLASS
Class(J-I-S) Lot 1020: Exhibitors are encouraged to follow the recommendations in publication 4H-462, “Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit” in order to determine the quantity of vegetables to be displayed.

VEGETABLE COLLECTION
Class (J-I-S) Lot 1021: Exhibitors must display no less than five different kinds of vegetables as a collection.

FLOWERS
Class(J-I-S) Lot 1050 - One single stem exhibited in a container. Refer to publication 4H-464, “Preparing Cut Flowers and Houseplants for Exhibit”.

HERB COLLECTION
Class(J-I-S) Lot 1060 - Collection of four (4) herb species to be displayed in separate jars / bottles of water. Specimens should include three (3) stems of adequate length for each species. Each herb species should be properly labeled.

JUMBO VEGETABLES
Class (J-I-S) Lot 1065 - Tomato - 1 specimen
Lot 1066 - Potato - l specimen
Lot 1067 - Pumpkin (woody stem) - 1 specimen
Lot 1068 - Squash (fleshy stem) - 1 specimen
The vegetables will be placed and awarded premiums on the basis of weight as ascertained by the Supt. Only one winner will be awarded in each lot.

NOVELTY CLASS
Class(J-I-S) Lot 1070—Unusual formed vegetables.
This class is for unusual formed vegetables that have grown in your garden. Example: A potato that looks like Mickey Mouse or a twin carrot. Only one winner in this class.

HORTICULTURE AWARD
Shirley and Leland Stanley will be sponsor an award for the Best Overall Horticulture Exhibit.

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