Designed by Leah Pozen, Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club
2024 Lake County 4-H Handbook
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Purdue University
Cooperative Extension Service
Lake County
2293 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN 46307
219-755-3240
www.extension.purdue.edu/lake
Purdue Extension - Lake County
4-H Youth Development Staff
Extension Educators Jennifer Haynes
Julie Jones
4-H Secretary Rozi Adams
4-H Junior Leaders
President Colton Neal
Vice-President Colleen Donalson
Secretary Claire Donaldson
Treasurer Noah Miller
Social Media Addison Segert
Recreation Team Elaina Berrones
Annalise Neal
Leah Pozen
Advisor Kristen Donaldson
Advisor Kristen Pozen
Advisor Lin Wozniewski
Lake County 4-H Club Committee, Inc.
Board of Directors
Amy Hein, President 219-808-3980
Julie Ziese, Vice-President 219-746-2827
Jackie Gerner, Treasurer 219-776-6661
Connie Brittingham
Lisa Bubala
Rachael Bult
Megan Bush
Judy Dawson
Linda Dillon
Caroline Donaldson
Lynette DuBord
Michelle Humbert
Nicole Kasparian
Janet Kraynik
Rebekah Lamb
Christi Long
Garrett Neal
Patti Nichols
Debbie Nieman
Amanda Woodworth
Horse & Pony Committee
Kristina Shupryt, Chair 219-718-9776
Christi Long, Ass’t Chair 219-942-7854
Jennifer Wilson, Secretary 219-690-1585
Jennifer Bisig, Treasurer 219-942-0804
Auction Committee
Nicole Kasparian, Chair 219-313-4978
Rachael Bult, Ass’t Chair 219-765-9755
Amanda Woodworth, Secretary 219-789-9519
Julie Ziese, Treasurer 219-746-2827
4-H General Superintendents
Linda Dillon 219-313-5633
Amy Hein 219-808-3980
Rebekah Lamb 219-923-5660
Julie Ziese 219-746-2827
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4-H Club______________________________
Club Meeting Dates: Club Officers:
January:______________________________ President___________________________________
February: _____________________________ Vice-President_______________________________
March:________________________________ Secretary ___________________________________
April: _________________________________ Treasurer___________________________________
May:__________________________________ Historian____________________________________
June:_________________________________ Song Leader_________________________________
July:__________________________________ Recreation Leader____________________________
August: Club hosts 4-H Building on ________ Health & Safety Leader________________________
Where to Find 4-H Information
Club Meetings Although attendance is not required, club meetings are a great way to stay informed!
Be sure to pay attention to communications from your club leader and officers.
Lake County 4-H Handbook This printed booklet is distributed each year to 4-H families, usually in January. It
contains a wealth of information about the county 4-H program and exhibit guidelines
for each project.
Purdue Extension website https://extension.purdue.edu/Lake
Link to local 4-H information, downloadable forms, event calendar, and other
resources.
https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H
Check the “Get Involved” tab for information about state 4-H trips, activities, and
scholarships. The “Projects” tab lists the exhibit guidelines for all state projects.
Facebook: Purdue Extension-Lake County 4-H
Announcements, photos, upcoming events, etc. (no login needed to view). Some
clubs and project areas have their own Facebook pages as well.
Lake County 4-H Clover Connections (weekly email)
Reminders of upcoming 4-H events and other news. If you aren’t receiving this,
please check your spam folder or contact the office for assistance.
4-H Online https://in.4honline.com
We use the 4-H Online system for enrollment in clubs/projects, animal identification,
and registration for certain events, scholarships, trainings, etc. Log in with your
family email and password.
FairEntry https://lakecountyin.fairentry.com
Enter (register) 4-H exhibits to be judged. Log in with same email/password as
4-H Online. We use this system to print exhibit tags, record results, and issue
premium checks.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation
under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
4-H PLEDGE
I pledge
My HEAD to clearer thinking
My HEART to greater loyalty
My HANDS to larger service, and
My HEALTH to better living for my Club,
my Community, my Country, and my World.
INDIANA 4-H MISSION
The Indiana 4-H Youth Development mission is to provide real-life educational opportunities that develop young
people who positively impact their community and world.
INDIANA 4-H VISION
Indiana 4-H Youth Development strives to be the premier, community-based program empowering young people to
reach their full potential.
4-H EMBLEM
The 4-H emblem is a four-leaf clover with the letter H in each leaf and the stem turned to the right. The emblem is a
highly valued mark within our country's history. As such it was granted a unique status; it is in a category similar to
the Presidential Seal and the Olympic emblem. It is protected by the federal government and is under the
responsibility and stewardship of the Secretary of Agriculture. The 18 USC 707 marking that appears along the right
lower leaf is coding that protects the use of the clover.
4-H MOTTO
To Make the Best Better
4-H COLORS
Green and White
WHO CAN JOIN 4-H?
The 4-H youth development program is open to all young people in grades 3-12. Children in kindergarten through
grade 2 can join Mini 4-H.
HOW CAN I JOIN 4-H?
New members are welcome! You can enroll online at in.4honline.com or contact the Extension Office at 755-3240 for
a paper enrollment form. The Extension Office can also assist you in finding a 4-H Club.
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2024 Tentative Schedule of Lake County 4-H Events
All items are subject to change. Check communications from the Extension Office for updates and additions.
October 1 Enroll for the new 4-H year!
January 25 State 4-H scholarship applications due
March 1 Horse & Pony Demo entries due (FairEntry)
March 1 – March 22 Lake County 4-H Geranium Sale
March 2 Beef & Dairy Steer Tagging
March 9 Horse & Pony Demonstrations
Clark Middle School, St. John
April 1 Communications, Music entries due (FairEntry)
April 19 Communications Contest
Extension Office
April 22 Music Performance
Plum Grove Music, Hebron
April 27 Geranium Pick Up
May 1 Ambassador, Project, and Middle School
Achievement Resumes due
May 4 Goat/Sheep Tagging, Lake County Fairgrounds
May 15 Animal Identification due (4-H Online)
June 1 Trophy sponsorships/orders due
June 4-6 4-H Camp, Camp Mack, Milford, IN
July 1 All other exhibit entries due (FairEntry)
Beef, Dairy, Goat, Dog, Sheep, Poultry, Rabbit,
Swine Project Manuals due, Extension Office
Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for
the Quality Care for Animals (YQCA) due
July 12 (Friday) Extension Office
Check in 5:30-6:30 pm Open judging of Foods and Exploring
through Books & Movies.
July 13 (Saturday) Extension Office
Check in 9:00-10:00 am Open judging of Horse & Pony Posters, Music
Posters, Sports, Photography.
Early Check-in: Exhibits judged on later dates may be checked in at
the 4-H Building on Monday-Wednesday, July 15-17, from 5:30-6:30
pm. No perishable exhibits or very large/fragile items please.
July 15 (Monday) 4-H Building, Lake County Fairgrounds
Check in 5:30-6:30 pm Open judging of Child Development, Dog
Posters, Forestry, Garden Educational
Exhibits, Geology, Health, Poultry Posters,
Rabbit Posters, Soil & Water Science,
Sportfishing, Weather & Climate Science,
Wildlife, Veterinary Science.
July 16 (Tuesday) 4-H Building, Lake County Fairgrounds
Check in 5:30-6:30 pm Open judging of Aerospace, Cake
Decorating/Cake Decorating w/o Tips,
Communications (Creative Writing),
Computer Science, Consumer Clothing,
Electric, Entomology, Fine Arts, Floriculture,
Genealogy, Needlecraft/Needlecraft Other,
Sewing, Small Engine, Woodworking.
July 17 (Wednesday) 4-H Building, Lake County Fairgrounds
Check in 5:30-6:30 pm Open judging of Collections, Construction &
Architectural Replica, Consumer Meats,
Jewelry Making, Reclaimed Treasures,
Tablesetting.
July 18 (Thursday) 4-H Building, Lake County Fairgrounds
Check in noon–1:00 pm Basic Craft Other, Ceramics, Giftwrapping,
History for Fun, Leathercraft, Scrapbooking,
Wearable Art, Wreaths (closed judging to
follow).
July 19 (Friday) 4-H Building, Lake County Fairgrounds
Check in 6:00-7:00 pm Mini 4-H Exhibit ”judging”
July 20 (Saturday) Power Paw Blues Dog Club
8:30-9:00 am Check in for Dog Show
9:00 am 4-H Dog Show
July 30 (Tuesday) 4-H Building, Lake County Fairgrounds
Check in 9:00-10:00 am Open judging of Garden/Planters.
Set up Club Corner displays.
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August 1 (Thursday)
8:30 am - 6:00 pm Check in 4-H Poultry
7:00 pm 4-H Achievement Night
Showcase Tent, next to 4-H Building
August 2 (Friday)
9:00 am 4-H Poultry Show
Poultry/Rabbit Barn
TBA Poultry (The Roles are Reversed)
Showmanship Activity
Poultry/Rabbit Barn
August 3 (Saturday)
10:30 am -11:00 am Check in Gardening for Fun, 4-H Building
11:00 am Gardening for Fun judging, 4-H Building
August 5 (Monday)
8:00 am – 10:00 am Check in 4-H Rabbit
8:00 am – 10:00 am Check in 4-H Swine & Ed. Options
8:00 am - 12:00 noon Check in 4-H Beef, Goats, Sheep & Ed.
Options
8:30 am - 9:30 am Check in 4-H Horse & Pony
11:00 am Horse & Pony Exhibitors Meeting
12:00 noon 4-H Horse & Pony Show
Horse Arena
12:00 noon - 8:00 pm Check in 4-H Dairy Cattle & Ed. Options
12:00 noon Mini 4-H: Poultry Activity
Poultry/Rabbit Barn
3:00 pm 4-H Sheep & Swine Carcass
Shows (on hoof)
Livestock Show Pavilion
5:00 pm Mini 4-H: Swine Activity
Livestock Show Pavilion
7:00 pm 4-H Livestock Costume Activity
Livestock Show Pavilion
August 6 (Tuesday)
8:00 am 4-H Horse & Pony Show
Horse Arena
9:00 am 4-H Rabbit & Companion Show
Poultry/Rabbit Barn
5:00 pm 4-H Sheep Show
Livestock Show Pavilion
August 7 (Wednesday)
8:00 am 4-H Horse & Pony Show cont.
8:00 am - 12:00 noon Check out 4-H Horse & Pony
5:00 pm 4-H Swine Show
Livestock Show Pavilion
August 8 (Thursday)
9:00 am 4-H Dairy Goat Show
Livestock Show Pavilion
1:00 pm 4-H Poultry & Egg Judging Contest
Poultry/Rabbit Barn
5:00 pm 4-H Dairy Show
Livestock Show Pavilion
6:00 pm 4-H Beef Show
Livestock Show Pavilion
August 9 (Friday)
9:00 am 4-H Meat & Specialty Goat Show
Livestock Show Pavilion
11:00 am 4-H Sheep/Swine Carcass Results at
Hanford Packing
11:00 am Mini 4-H: Rabbit Activity
2:30 pm 4-H Rooster Crowing Activity
Poultry/Rabbit Barn
3:00 pm Mini 4-H: Sheep Activity
Livestock Show Pavilion
4:00 pm Mini 4-H: Goat Activity
Livestock Show Pavilion
6:00 pm Supreme Showman Contest
Livestock Show Pavilion
August 10 (Saturday)
10:00 am Livestock Judging Activity
Livestock Show Pavilion
4-H Livestock Auction
4:00 pm Small Animal
5:30 pm Large Animal
Livestock Show Pavilion
August 11 (Sunday)
10:00 am - 12 noon 4-H Livestock Barn Battle Activity
Livestock Show Pavilion
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Check out Beef, Dairy, Goats, Poultry,
Rabbits, Sheep, & Swine including show
boxes and equipment
6:00 pm 4-H Building closes.
All 4-H exhibits must be
4:30 pm — 6:00 pm picked up from the 4-H Building
by designated club representatives.
See your club leader for instructions.
5:30 pm 4-H Building Tear-Down.
August 20-23
(Tuesday-Friday) State Fair 4-H exhibits may be picked
8:30 am-4:30 pm at the Extension Office.
September 1 “My Record of 4-H Achievement” forms due
at Extension Office.
Mid September Premium checks mailed to members.
Checks must be cashed by date indicated.
October 1 Re-enroll for the new 4-H year!
November 1 4-H Memory Books due at Extension Office
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4-H Club: A group of young people who meet to learn important life
skills such as teamwork, service, public speaking, and how to lead a
meeting. In Indiana, 4-H clubs are chartered by Purdue University.
4-H Meeting: Clubs meet at least six times per year. Attendance is
not mandatory, but participation in your club will enrich your 4-H
experience and is strongly encouraged. Meetings are led by youth
officers and may include a short business meeting, demonstrations
by members (a type of show-and-tell), a fun educational or service
activity, refreshments, recreation, etc.
4-H Online: You can use this online system to enroll in 4-H, drop/add
projects, identify your animals, register for events, and apply for
scholarships. Leaders can use 4-H Online to see club members’
contact information, enrollment status, and project selections.
Adult Volunteer/Leader: A person who volunteers their time to
recruit, organize, counsel, encourage, redirect, and whatever else it
takes to make sure members have a great 4-H experience! Volunteers
may serve as club leaders, project leaders, or in other roles.
Volunteers complete an application process before being approved to
work with 4-H youth and re-enroll each year to maintain their status.
Animal Identification (ID): Members must identify their Beef, Dairy,
Goats, Horses, Sheep, and Swine animals in 4-H Online by a certain
date. This provides an extended period of time for members to work
with their animals before exhibiting them at the Fair.
Club (Administrative) Leaders: Adult volunteers responsible for a
4-H club. They work with club officers to make sure that the club
achieves its goals. Other adult volunteers may assist the club as well.
Club Officers: Elected 4-H youth members who serve in leadership
roles and run club meetings. Officers generally include a president,
vice-president, secretary, and treasurer, and may include others.
“County Committee” (Lake County 4-H Club Committee, Inc.):
This organization consists of all Lake County volunteers. A Board of
Directors is elected to support and make decisions about 4-H
programs in our county. You are welcome to attend meetings and
share ideas. There are also sub-committees for specific topics such
as Auction, Horse and Pony, Geranium Sale, Awards, etc.
Endowment: The Lake County 4-H Program Endowment Fund helps
ensure 4-H opportunities continue. The principal investment remains
intact and earns interest to support Lake County 4-H programs.
FairEntry: Use this online system to register the exhibits that you
want to enter for judging. We will use this information to prepare your
exhibit tags, get things ready for animal shows, record your judging
results, and issue your premium checks.
Indiana 4-H Foundation: The Foundation supports Indiana 4-H and
raises public awareness of our programs. They provide funding for
4-H scholarships, trips, learning materials, and grants.
Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care: Annual certfication program
that members complete in order to exhibit livestock at the Fair.
Indiana State Fair: Held in Indianapolis at the State Fairgrounds.
4-H members can participate in variety of exhibitions and activities.
Junior Leaders: Program for members in grades 7-12 focusing on
leadership, civic engagement, and fun.
Lake County Fair: The showcase of excellence where our members
display exhibits, show animals, and participate in special events.
Held in August at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Crown Point.
Mini 4-H: Mini 4-H is for members in grades K-2 and features fun,
hands-on, non-competitive learning experiences.
Project: Members can choose one or more subject areas to explore
each year, ranging from Aerospace to Rabbits to Woodworking, and
so much more! Celebrate what you learn by entering your work in
the Lake County Fair (note some judging happens earlier in the
year). Our “State Projects” use Indiana 4-H curriculum and top
exhibits can advance to the Indiana State Fair. We also have several
“County Projects” focused on local interests.
Project Manuals: Many projects have a resource book of
educational activities to help you learn about your project.
Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service: Purdue
Extension is “Indiana’s educational partner for life,” connecting local
communities, Purdue University, and the United States Department
of Agriculture (USDA). Every county has an Extension Office. Ours is
located at the Lake County Government Center in Crown Point. The
Extension Educators deliver programming in the areas of Agriculture
and Natural Resources, Community Development, Health and
Human Sciences, and, of course, 4-H Youth Development!
SPARK Club: A short-term 4-H program that “sparks” an interest in a
specific topic. Members meet for a minimum of six hours of learning
activities. This is a great way for new members to learn about 4-H.
Superintendent: An adult volunteer who supports a particular
project. Superintendents can answer specific questions and help you
find resources (their contact information is listed in the Handbook).
They also coordinate 4-H judging and exhibition. The four General
Superintendents provide overall guidance for the 4-H Department of
the Lake County Fair.
Volunteer Recognition Banquet: This annual event is usually held
in January and celebrates the efforts and dedication of our 4-H adult
volunteers and Junior Leaders.
Workshops/Project Clubs: Project superintendents may offer
activities for youth to explore the project and practice their skills.
These are open to all Lake County members enrolled in that project,
regardless of 4-H club.
Who’s Who & What’s What
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Superintendents provide subject matter guidance and support for youth throughout the year and supervise the judging and
exhibition related to that project. Members are encouraged to contact them if they have questions about the project.
AEROSPACE
Steven Shareef 219-746-3122
ARTS AND CRAFTS, GENERAL:
ARTIFICIAL FLORAL DESIGN
Sandy Monroe 219-663-4254
BASIC CRAFT OTHER
Barb Russell 219-613-0179
CERAMICS
GIFTWRAPPING
JEWELRY MAKING
Christi Long 219-390-7313
LEATHERCRAFT
Lynette DuBord 219-746-3105
NEEDLECRAFT OTHER
RECLAIMED TREASURES
Kathy Hinshaw 219-776-0174
SCRAPBOOKING
SOFT DOLLS & TOYS
Linda Dillon 219-313-5633
WEARABLE ART
Jennifer Wilson 219-690-1585
WREATHS
BEEF
Matt Hayden 219-746-5714
Dave Monix 219-405-5936
CAKE DECORATING
Sandy Monroe 219-663-4254
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Sharon Harris 219-613-7790
COMMUNICATIONS
COMPUTER SCIENCE
CONSUMER CLOTHING
CONSTRUCTION & ARCHITECTURAL REPLICA
COUNTY PROJECT: CAKE DECORATING WITHOUT TIPS
Sandy Monroe 219-663-4254
COUNTY PROJECT: COLLECTIONS
Sharon Harris 219-613-7790
COUNTY PROJECT: CONSUMER MEATS
COUNTY PROJECT: PLANTERS
Rebekah Lamb 219-923-5660
COUNTY PROJECT: EXPLORING THROUGH BOOKS & MOVIES
Rebekah Lamb 219-923-5660
COUNTY PROJECT: HISTORY FOR FUN
Dwayla Lamb 219-923-5660, [email protected]
COUNTY PROJECT: MUSIC
Angie Davids 219-775-0835, [email protected]
COUNTY PROJECT: SPORTS
COUNTY PROJECT: TABLESETTING
DAIRY
DAIRY GOAT
Patty Kvachkoff 219-712-2332, [email protected]
Tom Reed 219-776-2444, reed[email protected]
DOG
ELECTRIC
ENTOMOLOGY
David Dingman 219-865-9257
FINE ARTS
FLORICULTURE
Stephanie Neal 219-308-5897
FOODS
Project Superintendents & Activity Coordinators
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FORESTRY
GARDEN
Rebekah Lamb 219-923-5660
GENEALOGY
GEOLOGY
HEALTH
HORSE AND PONY
MEAT GOAT
MINI 4-H:
Lynette DuBord 219-746-3105
Kristine Reed 219-663-0846
NEEDLE CRAFT
PHOTOGRAPHY
Helen Carrillo 708-250-3187
Kristen Pozen 708-997-3322
POULTRY
Patti & Seth Nichols 219-306-7845
RABBITS
Amanda Woodworth 219-789-5633
SEWING
Linda Dillon 219-313-5633
SHEEP
Ike Essary 219-663-8989
Don Hulsey 219-808-4560
SMALL ENGINE
Steven Shareef 219-746-3122
SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE
Julie Duttlinger 219-663-7042
Rachel Pash 219-663-7042
SPORTFISHING
SWINE
Austin McNeill 219-299-4931
Nicole Kasparian 219-313-4978
VETERINARY SCIENCE
WEATHER AND CLIMATE SCIENCE
WILDLIFE
WOODWORKING
Steven Shareef 219-746-3122
ACTIVITY COORDINATORS:
Barn Battle
Sharon Harris 219-613-7790
Kristen Pozen 708-997-3322
Entomology Career Development Event (CDE)
David Dingman 219-865-9257
Forestry Career Development Event (CDE)
Gardening for Fun
Rebekah Lamb 219-923-5660
Handbook Cover Contest
Livestock Costume
Amber Miller 219-671-8695
Heidi Laub 219-776-9786
Livestock & Dairy Judging
Ike Essary 219-663-8989
Amy Hein 219-808-3980
Austin McNeill 219-299-4931
Dave Monix 219-405-5936
Poultry & Egg Judging, Rooster Crowing, and Roles Are Reversed
Patti & Seth Nichols 219-306-7845
Performing Arts (formerly “Share the Fun”)
Contact Extension Office for assistance.
Supreme Showman Contest
Amy Hein 219-808-3980
Amanda Woodworthi 219-789-5633
Early Check-in of Exhibits
Barb Russell 219-613-0179
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2023-24 Lake County 4-H Adult Volunteers
4-H relies on responsible, caring adult volunteers in order to provide a positive experience for our youth. All volunteers must complete an application
and screening process in order to be involved in our program, and volunteer appointments are renewed on an annual basis.
CLUB VOLUNTEERS:
Provide support and leadership to a club of 4-H members. Share information with members and help individuals achieve their desired results. Recruit
parents and other volunteers to assist with programs and projects and serve as the link between the County Extension office and the club. Assistant
club leaders work with the club administrative leader to complete tasks, mentor youth, and help the club run smoothly.
Brunswick Beavers 4-H Club Buus, Joanne
Brunswick Beavers 4-H Club Kleine, Rose
Brunswick Beavers 4-H Club Michalik, Stephanie
Brunswick Beavers 4-H Club Neitzel, Janet
Brunswick Beavers 4-H Club Piepho, Marsha
Brunswick Beavers 4-H Club Pinkul, Jessica
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Berger, Ann
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Berger, Lauren
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Conley, Aidan
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Conley, Natalie
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Galouzis, Sandi
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Humbert, Michelle
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Johnson, Amber
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Kvachkoff, Patty
Crown Clovers 4-H Club McKay, Ellen
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Mowry, Brenda
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Reed, John
Crown Clovers 4-H Club Rund, Dana
Crown Clovers 4-H Club White, Laurie
Eagle Creek Up & At 'Em 4-H Club Bult, Eric
Eagle Creek Up & At 'Em 4-H Club Bult, Tracy
Eagle Creek Up & At 'Em 4-H Club Whitlock, Laura
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club Bubala, Lisa
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club Bubala, Robert
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club Cohs, Carol Marie
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club Lamb, Rebekah
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club McMillion-Miller, Lisa
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club Miller, Jason
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club Patrick, Amanda
Griffith Grinners 4-H Club Sopher, Nicole
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club Bush, Corey
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club Bush, Megan
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club DeWell, Barbara
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club DeWell, David
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club Gayda, Brittany
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club Gayda, Rick
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club Sitarz, Denise
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club Solomon, Harry
Happy Wranglers 4-H Club Solomon, Sandra
Hobart Hurricanes Bubala, Lisa
Hobart Hurricanes Clemons, Laura
Hobart Hurricanes DuBord, Lynette
J.U.B.I.L.A.N.T. 4-H Club Hinton, Barbara
JUNTOS 4-H Club Lozano, Noemi
JUNTOS 4-H Club Kraft, Allison
Lake County 4-H Color Guard and Drill Team Anderson, Elaine
Lake County 4-H Color Guard and Drill Team Bisig, Jennifer
Lake County 4-H Color Guard and Drill Team Blink, Victoria
Lake County 4-H Color Guard and Drill Team Cusimano-Imhof, Abbey
Lake County 4-H Color Guard and Drill Team Ingebretsen, Amy
Lake County 4-H Jr. Leaders Conley, Aidan
Lake County 4-H Jr. Leaders Conley, Natalie
Lake County 4-H Jr. Leaders Donaldson, Kristen
Lake County 4-H Jr. Leaders Pozen, Kristen
Lake County 4-H Jr. Leaders Wozniewski, Linda
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Berrones, Alisha
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Buchmeier, Janice
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Bult , Rachael
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Carrillo, Helen
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Dodd, Jessica
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club DuBord, Lynette
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Gatlin, Justine
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Gerner, Jackie
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Harris, Sharon
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Millett, Christy
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Nichols, Patti
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Nichols, Seth
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Nieto, Jime
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Pozen, Kristen
Prairie Pioneers 4-H Club Taylor, Mychelle
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Goetz, Eric
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Goetz, Frances
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Key, Luanne
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Laub, Andrew
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Laub, Heidi
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Sutton, Daniel
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Sutton, Deana
Prime Beefmakers 4-H Club Woodworth, Amanda
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Antal, Marysue
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Buggie, Melissa
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Gleason, Sandi
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Gleason, Todd
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Hein, Donald
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Hein, Elaine
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Jamrosz, Jeff
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Mumaugh, Amy
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Pugh, Jennifer
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers 4-H Club Pugh, Jeremy
Rockin Clovers 4-H Club Dingman, David
Rockin Clovers 4-H Club Dingman, Diana
Rockin Clovers 4-H Club Downs, Heather
Rockin Clovers 4-H Club Ross, Marti
Rockin Clovers 4-H Club Shareef, Aisha
Rockin Clovers 4-H Club Shareef, Steven
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Rockin Clovers 4-H Club Wozniewski, Linda
Saddle & Spurs 4-H Club Bruhn, Jill
Saddle & Spurs 4-H Club Donaldson, Kristen
Saddle & Spurs 4-H Club Gedda, Alexis
Saddle & Spurs 4-H Club Hein, Mackenzie
Saddle & Spurs 4-H Club Hein, Michelle
Saddle & Spurs 4-H Club Hein, Morgan
Saddle & Spurs 4-H Club Keilman, Kelly
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Brown, Nancy
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Hein-Wright, Amy
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Kasparian, Nicole
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Miller, Amber
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Miller, Reed
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Nichols, Debbie
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Sever, Anthony
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Sever, Margaret
Shelby Ag 4-H Club Sever, Tammy
St John Spitfires 4-H Club Monix, David
St John Spitfires 4-H Club Monix, Ingrid
St John Spitfires 4-H Club Neal, Stephanie
Tails and Trails 4-H Club Bisig, Jennifer
Tails and Trails 4-H Club Broberg, Christine
Tails and Trails 4-H Club Cusimano-Imhof, Abbey
Tails and Trails 4-H Club Wilson, Jennifer
The Eagles at Banneker 4-H Club Bodie, Lynda
The Eagles at Banneker 4-H Club Hadley, Shameena
The Lone Rangers 4-H Club Falaney, Wendy
The Lone Rangers 4-H Club Shupryt, Kristina
The Seekers 4-H Club Davids, Angie
The Seekers 4-H Club Davids, Nathan
PROJECT VOLUNTEERS:
Assist members with gaining knowledge and subject matter information related to a specific project.
Aerospace Shareef, Steven
Arts and Crafts Bubala, Lisa
Arts and Crafts Buche, Sarah
Arts and Crafts Dillon, Linda
Arts and Crafts DuBord, Lynette
Arts and Crafts Essary, Marsha
Arts and Crafts Hinshaw, Kathy
Arts and Crafts Lamb, Dwayla
Arts and Crafts Monroe, Sandra
Arts and Crafts Neitzel, Janet
Arts and Crafts Russell, Barbara
Arts and Crafts Sutton, Deana
Beef Hayden, Bryce
Beef Hayden, Conner
Beef Hayden, Matt
Beef Hayden, Zachary
Beef Monix, David
Beef Neitzel, Janet
Beef Sever, Anthony
Beef Sever, Margaret
Beef Sever, Tammy
Beef Sutton, Deana
Cake Decorating Gerner, Hannah
Cake Decorating Monroe, Sandra
Child Development Harris, Sharon
Communications Strempka, Susan
Communications Wozniewski, Linda
Computer Wozniewski, Linda
Construction and Architectural Replica Bubala, Lisa
Consumer Clothing Sutton, Deana
County Project: Cake Dec. w/o Tips Monroe, Sandy
County Project:Collections Harris, Sharon
County Project:Consumer Meats Wozniewski, Linda
County Project:Exploring through Books & Movies Lamb, Rebekah
County Project: History for Fun Lamb, Dwayla
County Project: Planters Lamb, Rebekah
County Project:Music Davids, Angie
County Project:Music Davids, Nathan
County Project:Sports Davids, Angie
County Project:Tablesetting Sutton, Deana
Dairy Hein-Wright, Amy
Dairy Hein, Edward
Dairy Hein, Michael
Dairy Hein, Stephen
Dairy Goats Conley, Aidan
Dairy Goats Kvachkoff, Patty
Dairy Goats Reed, Emily
Dairy Goats Reed, Kristine
Dairy Goats Reed, Thomas
Dog Frendling, Lorraine
Dog Long, Christi
Dog Roy, Earlyne
Electric Wozniewski, Linda
Entomology Dingman, David
Fine Art Clemons, Laura
Floriculture Neal, Makayla
Floriculture Neal, Stephanie
Foods Conley, Natalie
Foods Hann, Tracy
Foods Kvachkoff, Patty
Foods Neitzel, Janet
Foods Shareef, Aisha
Foods Shareef, Zayn
Foods Wozniewski, Linda
Forestry Wozniewski, Linda
Garden Lamb, Rebekah
Genealogy Wozniewski, Linda
Geology Buche, Maxwell
Geology Dingman, Diana
Health Gatlin, Justine
Health Hinshaw, Kathy
Horse and Pony Anderson, Elaine
Horse and Pony Bisig, Jennifer
Horse and Pony Blink, Victoria
Horse and Pony Bush, Corey
Horse and Pony Bush, Megan
Horse and Pony Clemons, Laura
Horse and Pony Cusimano-Imhof, Abbey
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Horse and Pony DeWell, Barbara
Horse and Pony DeWell, David
Horse and Pony Donaldson, Kristen
Horse and Pony Falaney, Wendy
Horse and Pony Ingebretsen, Amy
Horse and Pony Long, Christi
Horse and Pony Pancini, Sarah
Horse and Pony Shupryt, Kristina
Horse and Pony Sitarz, Denise
Horse and Pony Solomon, Harry
Horse and Pony Solomon, Sandra
Horse and Pony Taylor, Mychelle
Horse and Pony Wilson, Jennifer
Junior Leaders Conley, Aidan
Junior Leaders Conley, Natalie
Junior Leaders Donaldson, Kristen
Junior Leaders Pozen, Kristen
Junior Leaders Wozniewski, Linda
Meat Goats Gerner, Hannah
Meat Goats Hann, Jeffery
Meat Goats Hann, Tristan
Mini 4-H Brown, Nancy
Mini 4-H Corriere, Caryn
Mini 4-H DuBord, Lynette
Mini 4-H Mackey, Kara
Mini 4-H Reed, Kristine
Needle Craft Buche, Sarah
Photography Carrillo, Helen
Photography Gerner, Hannah
Photography Pozen, Kristen
Photography Reed, Kristine
Poultry Brittingham, Connie
Poultry Ivey, Nicole
Poultry Klisiak, Holly
Poultry Nichols, Patti
Poultry Nichols, Seth
Poultry Piovano, Scott
Poultry Snow, Heidi
Poultry Watt, Andria
Poultry White, Laurie
Poultry White, Todd
Rabbits Clemons, Laura
Rabbits Humbert, Michelle
Rabbits Reed, Emily
Rabbits Woodworth, Amanda
Sewing Deutsch, Fred
Sewing Deutsch, Kimberly
Sewing Dillon, Linda
Sheep Essary, Isaac
Sheep Essary, Marsha
Sheep Hulsey, Donald
Sheep Miller, Amber
Sheep Miller, Reed
Sheep Neal, Makayla
Sheep Neal, Stephanie
Small Engine Shareef, Steven
Soil and Water Science Duttlinger, Bill
Soil and Water Science Duttlinger, Julie
Soil and Water Science Pash, Rachel
Sportfishing Bubala, Lisa
Sportfishing Bubala, Robert
Swine Bult, Don
Swine Bult, Eric
Swine Bultema, Donald
Swine Bultema, Linda
Swine Donovan, Andrea
Swine Donovan, Ryan
Swine Hein-Wright, Amy
Swine Hoffman, Aaron
Swine Kasparian, Nicole
Swine McNeill, Austin
Veterinary Science Conley, Aidan
Veterinary Science Conley, Natalie
Veterinary Science Millett, Christy
Veterinary Science Katz, Judy
Weather and Climate Science Wozniewski, Linda
Wildlife Wozniewski, Linda
Woodworking Shareef, Steven
PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS:
Assist with a specific program, event, or other task in support of the Lake County 4-H Program, other than a club or project. Examples include
serving on a committee, chaperoning trips, assisting with project judging and exhibition, or delivering educational programs within schools, youth
groups, or afterschool programs.
Aiken, Barbara
Cook, Kayla
Cross, Whitney
Dawson, Judith
Harper, Shalonda
Haynes, Clayton
Hinshaw, David
Kraynik, Janet
Nagel, Deanne
Nelson, Loretta
Nieman, Deborah
Williams, Barbara
Ziese, Julie
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4-H Clubs of Lake County, Indiana
Looking for a 4-H Club to join? Contact the Extension Office at 219-755-3240 for more information
about our clubs or to learn how you can start a new club in your community!
Brunswick Beavers Meetings: Zion United Church of Christ, Dyer
Club Leaders: Rose Kleine and Janet Neitzel
Crown Clovers Meetings: Trinity Lutheran School, Crown Point
Club Leader: Dana Rund
Eagle Creek Up + At’em Meetings: Range Line Presbyterian Church, Hebron
Club Leaders: Eric and Tracy Bult
Griffith Grinners Meetings: Griffith First Christian Church, Griffith
Club Leader: Lisa Bubala
Happy Wranglers Meetings: Stone Ridge Training Center, Hebron
Club Leader: Barb and Dave DeWell
Hobart Hurricanes Meetings: Joan Martin Elementary School, Hobart
Club Leaders: Laura Clemons, Lisa Bubala, and Lynette DuBord
J.U.B.I.L.A.N.T. Meetings: East Chicago Main Library
Club Leader: Barbara Hinton
Juntos 4-H Meetings: River Forest High School, Hobart
Club Leader: Noemi Lozano
Lake Co. 4-H Color Guard & Drill Team Meetings: Lowell
Club Leader: Jennifer Bisig
Prairie Pioneers Meetings: Lowell VFW 6841, Lowell
Club Leader: Lynette DuBord
Prime Beefmakers Meetings: Lowell
Club Leader: Heidi Laub
Robinson Prairie Fantasy Farmers (RPFF) Meetings: Bulldog Park, Crown Point
Club Leader: Elaine Hein
Rockin’ Clovers Meetings: Community Baptist Church, St. John
Club Leaders: Steven Shareef and Diana Dingman
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Saddle + Spurs Meetings: Crown Point Public Library, Crown Point
Club Leaders: Jody Brown and Kristen Donaldson
Shelby Ag Meetings: Lowell Church of Christ, Lowell
Club Leader: Amber Miller
St. John Spitfires Meetings: Crown Point
Club Leader: Stephanie Neal
Tails and Trails Meetings: Lowell Public Library, Lowell
Club Leaders: Abbey Imhof and Jennifer Wilson
The Eagles Meetings: Banneker at Marquette Elementary School, Gary
Club Leader: Lynda Bodie
The Lone Rangers Meetings: Four Seasons Equestrian Center, Crown Point
Club Leader: Kristina Shupryt
The Seekers Meetings: Faith Church, Cedar Lake
Club Leader: Angie Davids
4-H CLUB DEFINITION:
A 4-H Club is an organized group of at least five youth from three different families who meet regularly with adult
volunteers or staff for a long-term, progressive series of educational experiences.
4-H CLUB PURPOSE:
The purpose of a 4-H club is to provide positive youth development opportunities to meet the needs of young
people to experience belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity—the Essential Elements—and to foster
educational opportunities tied to the Land Grant University knowledge base.
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The Indiana 4-H Youth Development program serves the youth of
Indiana by providing a strong educational youth development
program. This program delivers educational experiences in a variety
of settings. Caring, capable and contributing adults assist in the 4-H
program as role models for youth. The rich heritage of the 4-H
Program is one to be valued and passed along to future generations.
The Indiana 4-H Youth Policies and Procedures includes certain
standards and guidelines to assure that 4-H is a positive youth
development program. Legal authority for the 4-H Program rests with
the Director of the Cooperative Extension Service at Purdue
University. No county 4-H policy may conflict with state 4-H policy or
with federal guidelines and requirements. County 4-H policy is guided
by the county 4-H policy making or governing board (i.e.,the Lake
County 4-H Club Committee) as provided by the Indiana 4-H Youth
Development program.
Our state 4-H policies are available at
https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/about/policies-and-
procedures/index.html and include the following:
• 4-H Participation
• 4-H Participation Procedures
• 4-H Project and Competitive Events Guidelines
• County 4-H Program Governance
• State Fair Terms and Conditions
• 4-H Club Standards
• 4-H Affiliate Standards
• Risk Management
• Financial Management
• Volunteer Management
For additional questions regarding these policies, please reach out to
the Lake County Extension Educators.
1. LAKE COUNTY 4-H EXHIBITION GUIDELINES:
All articles shown must have been made since the last Lake County
Fair. Animal exhibitors must adhere to state identification and
eligibility requirements.
See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and late
entries.
Posters should be mounted on stiff, corrugated cardboard or foam-
core board backing, the same size as the poster; no paneling,
plywood, or Masonite please. Posters are to be 22”x28” and
displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered
with clear plastic to protect contents.
The 4-H Program, Lake County Agricultural Society, the Lake County
4-H Club Committee, Inc. and the Purdue Extension staff may not be
held responsible for the safety of exhibits, animals, exhibitors,
employees, or families. Nor will they be liable for losses or damages
sustained due to vandalism, theft, weather, fire, accidents, or any
other cause. Exhibitors wishing to insure themselves, their
belongings, or their livestock may do so at their own expense. The
entries are subject to all rules and regulations of the Lake County
Agricultural Society and the Lake County 4-H Program.
Exhibits will be graded A-Honors, A, B, C, or Participation.
Only “A Honor” projects shall be considered for Champion/Reserve
Champion. If there are only one or two exhibits in a level or category,
they will receive Champion/Reserve Champion ribbons if they have a
grade of “AH”. No exhibit grade lower than an “AH” will be selected
as Champion or Reserve Champion. Project exhibits selected for
State Fair must have receive an “AH” placing (exceptions may apply,
e.g. Garden). The decision of the judges will be final.
2. LAKE COUNTY FAIR EXHIBIT PREMIUMS: Lake County 4-H
members are fortunate that the Lake County Agricultural Society may
pay members premiums for exhibiting 4-H projects. Premiums unless
otherwise noted are paid as follows:
A: $3.00 B: $2.00 C: $1.00
Premiums for Sheep, Swine, Goat:
A: $6.00 B: $5.00 C: $4.00
Premiums for Beef, Dairy, Dairy Steer:
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
$10.00 $9.00 $8.00 $7.00 $6.00
Premiums will not be paid on exhibits removed before the scheduled
release time. Checks must be cashed by the date indicated.
3. LAKE COUNTY 4-H PROJECT SUPERINTENDENTS: Each
project will have a maximum of two superintendents, designated by
Extension Educators or elected annually by the Lake County 4-H
Club Committee and confirmed by Extension Educators, who will
provide guidance and support for youth throughout the year and
supervise the judging and exhibition related to that project.
Superintendents may appoint assistant superintendents. All
superintendents and assistants must be currently enrolled as Lake
County 4-H volunteers.
4. LAKE COUNTY 4-H DRESS CODE: 4-H youth and adults at all
4-H events and activities should have a neat and clean appearance
both in clothing and footwear that is appropriate to the specific 4-H
activity. Clothing/footwear deemed inappropriate would include
(depending upon 4-H activity) tank style top/dress, top showing
midriff or bare back, spaghetti strap top/dress, top with bare
shoulders, i.e. halter tops, tube tops, clothing with significant
tears/frays/holes, shirt/top with inappropriate message/graphic (incl.
alcohol/tobacco/firearms), short shorts, flip flop sandals, tight fitting
clothing, excessively short dress/skirt, and sheer clothing.
Clothing/footwear that is appropriate for most 4-H events/activities
include dresses and skirts of modest length, dress pants, Capri
pants, clean/neat cargo pants, sleeveless tops/dresses,
sweaters/turtlenecks, polo/dress shirts, 4-H t-shirts, t-shirts with
appropriate messages, denim jeans/skirts & sports
jerseys/sweatshirts that are clean/not frayed/free of holes. 4-H
leaders, staff, superintendents, and 4-H activity/event coordinators
may determine that particular clothing or footwear is inappropriate
and therefore may ask the 4-H member to change clothing or
footwear in order to participate in the particular 4-H event.
5. INDIANA 4-H GRIEVANCES/APPEAL GUIDELINES:
The grievance procedures are utilized as part of an internal process
of the Indiana 4-H Youth Development program when grievances of
4-H members, their parents/guardians, or 4-H volunteers cannot be
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resolved via reasonable conversation. This policy affords the
opportunity in those unique situations to allow voice or opinion to be
heard when there is a dispute regarding 4-H participation, activities
or programs. This is not a mechanism for complaints against
individual 4-H members (or their families), 4-H volunteers, judging
officials for competitive events, or Purdue Extension staff. All
resulting decisions will be made in accordance with the Indiana 4-H
Program’s stated mission to be an inclusive organization designed to
encourage and maximize youth participation. The rights of the
individual filing the grievance are limited to those provided by Indiana
4-H Program policy.
More information, including the Grievance Form, is available at
https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/about/policies-and-procedures/4-4-
h-project-and-competitive-events-guidelines.html. Print copies are
available from the Extension Office or the 4-H Building office during
the Fair. Grievances pertaining to 4-H activities, programs or projects
shall be filed within 14 days of an incident or occurrence.Grievances
pertaining to county fair related issues are often time-sensitive and
must be filed within 24 hours of the incident.
Livestock General Rules
The following rules apply to the Beef, Dairy, Goats, Horse & Pony,
Poultry, Rabbits, Sheep, & Swine.
1. An Indiana BOAH Premise ID is required to show an animal and to
sell at the 4-H Auction. According to the Indiana BOAH guidelines,
Indiana BOAH Premise ID is required for Market animals in Beef,
Dairy, Goat, Sheep and Swine. It is voluntary for horses, poultry and
rabbits.
4-H members must have ownership by individual species tag-
in/identification date. Poultry members should see poultry rules.
Horse and Pony members should see the Lake County 4-H Horse &
Pony Rule Book.
2. LAKE COUNTY FAIR EXHIBIT GUIDELINES FOR ANIMAL
EXHIBIT: Each 4-H member shall own his/her 4-H exhibit.
Ownership must be in effect on or before the county and state
deadlines and continuously until the conclusion of the county and/or
state fair.
− For 4-H breeding animals, family corporations and/or partnerships
of 4-H members with one or more parents, siblings, grandparents,
aunts, uncles, or a legal guardian are acceptable.
− For 4-H dairy cattle, family corporations and/or partnerships of the
4-H member with unrelated persons of dairy operations are also
acceptable.
− Non-market animals may be leased. These leased animals may be
4-H projects, subject to approval of the project superintendent.
− 4-H animals are expected to be regularly cared for by the 4-H
member who owns/leases them from the animal identification
deadlines until conclusion of the county and/or state fair.
3. Exhibitors showing in registered animal classes must be prepared
to show ownership by presentation of registration papers to the
superintendent at fair check-in dates.
4. IDENTIFICATION: All Beef and Dairy Cattle, Goats, Horses,
Sheep, and Swine must be identified in 4-H Online by May 15th
deadline in order to be eligible for exhibition. Superintendents may
change identification procedures to match those required at state. In
the event of an emergency, at the project superintendent’s discretion,
an alternate tagging/scanning date may be scheduled. Tags may be
assigned and handed out by superintendents. Fair entry deadline is
July 1
st
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5. ANIMALS FROM OUT OF STATE: All cattle, sheep, goats,
horses, ponies, and swine that originate outside the State of Indiana
must have a valid Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI). This will
be turned in at check-in and kept on file at the 4-H Office. The CVI
must be completed by a licensed and accredited veterinarian who
has personally inspected the animals and must clearly include a
description including age, sex breed, and official identification for
each animal. The CVI is valid for 30 days from the date it is issued.
Non-compliance will result in denial of admittance.
6. STATE FAIR EXHIBITORS: All exhibitors must comply with
Indiana State Fair 4-H Show and Entry guidelines. 4-H members
wishing to exhibit at both the Indiana State Fair 4-H Shows and the
Lake County 4-H Fair must submit proof of entry for the Indiana State
Fair to the county office by July 1. Please contact species
superintendent for any release and returns. No State Fair weights
accepted. Species superintendent will determine late weigh-in time.
7. CODE OF ETHICS: To maintain a high degree of confidence in
the animal projects, the Lake County 4-H Program has adopted the
following. No animal shall have been treated in an unethical manner.
Unethical treatment shall include but not limited to any injection of
gas, solid or liquid into the animal to alter the normal conformation or
weight of the animal. It shall include also any cutting or tearing of the
hide, or underneath the hide, or removal of tissue in an attempt to
alter the shape of the animal. It shall also include attempts to disrupt
or change normal dental development. See specific animal species
requirements for more defined rules.
Any exhibitor making a false, misleading, or dishonorable practice,
whether by their act or the act of another, the exhibit and/or 4-H’er
may be disqualified from the show and/or all premiums and/or
awards forfeited at the discretion of the superintendent or county
committee.
8. LIVESTOCK HEALTH REGULATIONS: For health requirements
of Indiana Livestock Sanitary Board, refer to requirements of
exhibition for animals in Indiana.
9. NO OVERNIGHT STAY: There will be no overnight stay at the fair
by any 4-H member. 4-H members must be chaperoned by their
parent or legal guardian in any 4-H exhibit area between the hours of
10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
10. ANIMAL EXHIBITORS: 4-H exhibitors in animal classes are
expected to show their own animals. In cases where this cannot be
done, the owner may request another 4-H member to serve as a
substitute showman. Substitute showmen must be approved in
writing by the animal species superintendent 24 hours prior to
showing of the animal(s) needing a substitute showman.
11. ANIMAL QUALITY: Animals which are not of sufficient merit to
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make suitable showing may be excluded by the department
superintendent and/or judge. Check with your veterinarian before
giving any medication during month prior to fair.
12. STALL SPACE: The superintendent of each species project
assigns all stall space(s) and designates where feed, bedding and
supplies shall be stored.
13. MEDICATION: No tranquilizer and/or fluids, by injection, can be
given to any animal except those administered by a licensed
veterinarian and under the supervision of the department
superintendent. All groups sponsoring 4-H shows or classes reserve
the right to have animals tested for drugs. Show veterinarians will
submit samples to a suitable laboratory for testing, and the results of
such tests will be provided to county and state extension personnel
for appropriate action. For Horse & Pony projects: The administration
of any drug affecting the central nervous system is strictly prohibited.
14. SHOULD AN ANIMAL BECOME SICK OR INJURED at the Fair
and the superintendent is unable to contact the member/owner,
department superintendent will have the authority to call a
veterinarian to treat the animal at the member's expense.
Superintendents reserve the right to contact the veterinarian should
any animal exhibit symptoms of abscess, open sores, or other
questionable health issues which could endanger its health or the
health of other animals being exhibited. The veterinarian may be
consulted to determine whether the animal should be allowed to
remain in the barn. Exhibitor shall be informed if this occurs. The
recommendation of the veterinarian will be final. The superintendent
reserves the right to send any suspicious animal home in the event
that a veterinarian is unavailable.
15. EACH 4-H LIVESTOCK EXHIBITOR (Beef, Dairy, Sheep, Swine,
Horse & Pony, Goat) will be required to furnish their own bedding
throughout the fair including their first bedding. All livestock bedding
must be wood shavings or straw. No mulch, wood chips, or sawdust.
All animal pens on concrete floors shall be bedded with shavings.
Pens will be cleaned by 9 a.m. daily while at the fair. Each 4-H
member shall be responsible for keeping aisle areas clean.
16. GROOMING & FITTING 4-H animal exhibitors may receive
clipping and grooming assistance only from their immediate family
which is defined as a father, mother, stepfather, stepmother, legal
guardian, brother, sister, stepbrother, stepsister, grandfather,
grandmother, step-grandfather, step-grandmother, cousin, aunt or
uncle. Grooming assistance may also be received from another past
or current Lake County 4-H Exhibitor or their immediate families
within the species, and the Superintendents and Asst.
Superintendents within the species may also assist. Guardianship
granted on a tem-porary basis for the purpose of circumventing these
terms and conditions will not be recognized as “family”. Violation of
this rule will result in disqualification of the animal involved. Grooming
assistance may also be received from another past or current Lake
County 4-H exhibitor.
17. NO ADVERTISING in the barns without prior written approval by
the Lake County Fair Board.
18. FOR SAFETY PURPOSES and for the general appearance in
the livestock barn areas, no microwaves, refrigerators, sofas, stuffed
chairs or grills will be allowed in the barns. Grills may be used 40’
from the barn or tent area, and must be attended at all times or it will
be removed by fair security. Generators cannot be located within 15
feet of a building or barn.
19. LIVESTOCK SHOWMANSHIP:
− Judging - 4-H member must use their own animal that has been
shown in regular 4-H classes. Members will be judged on fitting and
training, ability to handle the animal and the showmanship
appearance, manners, and attitude throughout shows.
− Classes - Class 1 - Junior Division: Grades 3 - 5 on January 1
Class 2 - Intermediate: Grades 6 - 8 on January 1
Class 3 - Senior Division: Grades 9 - 12 on January 1
Class 4– Master Division: may be offered.
− Members will be judged on knowledge of animal, facts about their
animal, and their ability to handle the animal. Winners of
previous showmanship levels are not eligible to compete in the
same activity, they must move up to next level until they reach
Master Showmanship.
20. INDIANA 4-H QUALITY LIVESTOCK CARE: 4-H members must
be in compliance with the Indiana 4-H Guidelines in order to exhibit
animals.
21. EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS FOR ANIMAL PROJECTS Standard
non-animal premiums will apply. Youth can learn about livestock and
companion animals through a variety of experiences.
State Fair Entries:
3 Dog entries per county; one per level.
3 Poultry entries per county; one per level.
3 Rabbit entries per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines: Owning or showing an animal is not required.
Members enrolled in any 4-H animal or livestock project can exhibit
in this project. All posters, notebooks, and display boards must
include a reference list indicating where information was obtained,
giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s
exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people
and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is
recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster
or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part
of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an
exhibit for the way references are listed. Posters are to be 22”x28”
and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or
covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should
be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop
space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an
exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. Judges evaluating
exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity,
therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a
requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested): Create an educational poster,
notebook or display about any manual activity or on any species-
related topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Owning or
possessing an animal is not required.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested): Create an educational poster,
notebook or display about any manual activity or on any species-
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related topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Owning or
possessing an animal is not required.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested): Create an educational poster,
notebook or display about any manual activity or on any species-
related topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Owning or
possessing an animal is not required.
4-H Livestock Auction
1. It is expected that all members participating in the auction will
recruit buyers and help with preparations before, during, and after the
fair.
2. Only animals shown during the current Lake County Fair 4-H
show(s) may be sold at auction.
3. 4-H members selling animals in the auction must sign a Quality
Guarantee form, guaranteeing that their animals will pass U.S.D.A.
inspection at the time of processing. Any condemned carcass will
result in the seller forfeiting the purchase price of the animals, and
the money will be refunded to the buyer. This rule will be in effect for
fourteen days following the auction. Any carcass which is
condemned could be in violation of the Lake County 4-H Code of
Ethics or Penalty of U.S.D.A. For Beef, Goats, Sheep, Swine and/or
State Certified for Rabbits and Poultry must be U.S.D.A. at the time
of processing.
4. Slaughter Add-on Options: The Slaughter Add-on option is
available for those members who have brought more animals to
exhibit and shown than they are allowed to sell through the auction.
All animals must have a certified weight and meet auction species
requirements to be eligible for the Slaughter Add-on Option. This
includes breeding animals. Slaughter Add-ons are sold at the
buyback price and shipped through the auction committee approved
buy back purchasers. All animals sent to market as a Slaughter Add-
on will be sent at the owner’s risk and liability.
5. A member wishing to sell an animal in the auction must report
his/her intention to the superintendent of each species one hour after
judging, which includes additional animals eligible to sell through the
Slaughter Add-on Options—no exceptions.
6. Animals that are designated as floored and destined through the
auction committee approved buy back purchasers will be shipped
direct through the auction committee approved buy back purchasers.
7. 4-H members will be allowed to sell three live animals plus one
carcass per species through the auction, with the exception of
rabbits, poultry and dairy steers per auction rules. Any additional live
swine, sheep, beef, goat and dairy steers may go through the
Slaughter Add-on Option.
8. Superintendents must turn in a sale order to the Auction
Committee as soon as possible, following the of the end of their
species judging. This is needed to complete the sale order within a
timely manner for printing of Sale Order booklet.
9. Medicated feed or drugs are to be used according to label
restrictions on any animal or product sold in the auction.
10. Let Superintendent of each species decide order of sale.
11. All poultry, rabbits and goats will be sold by head not weight.
12. Only Champion, Res. Champion, A-H and A poultry will be sold.
13. Sellers of poultry and rabbits are responsible for making
arrangements with buyers to have animals processed and delivered
to buyers.
14. Sellers of dressed poultry or rabbits must provide a clean,
unbroken cooler for buyers' use. Dressed animals cannot be sold
without a cooler.
15. The seller is responsible for all animals sold at the auction until
they are in the hands of the buyer.
16. Any animal once in ring must be sold to the highest bidder. If
any animal is pulled by exhibitor from the sale order after 5pm on
Friday for any reason, with the exceptions of death, illness or injury,
the exhibitor will not be allowed to sell the following year. Auction
Committee has the right to make the final decision.
17. Check-off will be paid by commissions received. Check off as
follows: Beef: $1.00 per head; Swine: .35 of 1% of gross market
value; Sheep: .07 cents per pound of live lamb plus .42 cents per
head. Amounts are as of September 2023. Auction Committee
reserves the right to change these amounts to meet check off
programs requirements.
18. All beef, goats, dairy milk and dairy steers, sheep and swine sold
in the auction will be assessed 4%. Poultry, rabbits and dairy goat
milk 7%. This is to promote interest in sale among buyers.
19. All auction participants are required to submit thank you note(s)
for each buyer before or at the time of auction check pick-up.
Checks are void after sixty days from date of issue. A fifty dollar
($50.00) fee will be charged for reissue of a check. Funds from
checks not cashed after ninety days will revert into the council
account.
20. Superintendents are strongly urged to attend all Auction
Committee meetings. If they cannot attend, they should contact the
auction chairperson before or after the meeting for comments to the
meeting or to be updated on the outcome of the meeting.
21. The Auction Committee reserves the right to make such special
rules as may be necessary for the successful conduct of sale.
22. An Indiana BOAH Premise ID is required to sell an animal in 4-H
Auction.
Dairy Steers:
Each exhibitor may have two entries. Steers entered in the Market
Class must weigh over 1000 lbs. to be eligible to sell in the livestock
auction. Steers weighing over 1750 lbs. will be adjusted to 1750 lbs.
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Market Sheep and Swine:
a. Animals will be sold in groups according to weight and placing.
Market hogs must weigh 220 pounds or more, and market lambs
must weigh 80 pounds or more to be sold through the auction.
b. The animals will be sold at the weight determined at 4-H check-in
at the Lake County Fair.
c. Minimum hog weight for participation in the auction is 220 lbs.
Hogs weighing over 340 lbs. will be adjusted to 340 lbs.
Beef:
All purebred steers must weigh 800 pounds and all crossbreed steers
must weigh 1000 pounds. Steers must show sufficient finish to sell.
Members are instructed to leave suitable halters on steers after the
auction. For those who do not, a $2.00 fee will be deducted from the
auction check.
Market Wether Goats:
Wethers will be weighed prior to the show. Minimum weights:
miniature dairy breeds: 25 pounds; standard dairy breeds, 35
pounds; miniature (pygmy) meat breed: 30 pounds, standard meat
breeds, 40 pounds. Members must leave collars on their goats after
the auction.
Carcass Classes (Beef, Sheep and Swine):
Selection will be made prior to on-hoof judging.
The top ten placing carcasses on the rail from each species will be
sold at live weight.
Milk from Dairy Cows:
One gallon of milk or a basket of product representing the
Champions and Reserve Champions in each breed will be sold at
auction.
Milk from Dairy Goats:
One-half gallon of milk or a basket of product from the Grand and
from the Reserve Grand Champion Senior Dairy Goats will be sold at
auction.
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STATE & NATIONAL 4-H OPPORTUNITIES
Indiana 4-H offers many programs for 4-H members beyond the
county level, including 4-H Round-Up, 4-H Academy at Purdue, State
4-H Band, State 4-H Chorus, National 4-H Conference, National 4-H
Youth Congress, State 4-H Ambassadors, State Fair Exhibit Hall
Workers, and more. Learn more at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/
For Lake County 4-H members, registration fees may be completely
or partially sponsored.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT EVENTS (CDE)
4-H members improve their knowledge in the area of judging
products and commodities and select the "best quality" of a given
number of animals, plants, etc. Examples include Entomology,
Forestry, Livestock & Dairy, Poultry, etc. Members can judge as
individuals or teams. These events may be held at county, area,
and/or state levels. Learn more at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/
Participants in county-level competitions will receive Activity ribbons.
PERFORMING ARTS
Each individual participating will receive a ribbon. The top three acts
will be selected to represent Lake County at the Area contest.
Categories of Acts:
I. Group Acts
Number of performers: five or more
Performance time limit: 5-8 minutes
Types of acts: skits or sketches, choral number, dance routines,
lip sync.
II. Curtain Acts: Non-Musical
Number of performers: one to four
Performance time limit: 3-5 minutes
Types of Acts: skits or sketches, magic, clowning, rhythmic
gymnastics, reading, 4-H cheerleading routines, choral speaking
reading, dance (ballet, tap, modern, etc.) lip sync, juggling,
acrobatic feats, ballads, puppetry.
III. Curtain Acts: Musical
Number of performers: one to four
Performance time limit: 3-5 minutes
Types of acts: vocal, instrumental (piano, guitar, flute, drums,
etc.), bands (rock, country, jazz)
Eligibility: All entertainers, including narrators, must be currently
enrolled 4-H members in grades 3-12. An accompanist does not
have to be a 4-H member. If Mini 4-H members participate in a 4-
H club, they may perform in a group act (not a curtain act) with
older club members. All acts should be in good taste and
presentable to any age group.
4-H CAMP – Multi-County Camping Experience
(Lake, LaPorte, Porter, & Starke)
All 4-H members in grades 3-6 as of January 1 are eligible to
participate in 4-H Camp in June at Camp Mack, Milford, Indiana. 4-H
Camp features fun activities and outdoor learning experiences.
Campers stay three days and two nights in cabins.
GARDENING FOR FUN
Members are invited to display unusual garden specimens they have
grown and cared for. Winners will be recognized; all entries will
receive an Activity ribbon.
Largest Sunflower Head (1 entry per member)
Largest Zucchini (1 entry per member)
Most Unusual Growth (1 entry per member)
HANDBOOK COVER CONTEST
Members in grades 3 and above may submit designs for next year’s
4-H Handbook cover. The theme will be announced in the spring.
Entries should be no more than 8.5 x 11 inches, displayed vertically.
Black and white (not color) is suggested. If a 4-H clover emblem is
used, it must be compliant with 4-H guidelines. Members should
include their name and club on the back of the entry. The winner will
be announced at 4-H Achievement Night at the Lake County Fair.
The winning design will be printed on the next Handbook and may be
used for other 4-H promotional materials.
JUNIOR LEADERS
4-H members in grades 7 & above may enroll in the Junior Leader
project. This project focuses on the development of leadership skills
as well as service learning and fellowship. Members assist with local
club activities, 4-H projects, county programs, and fair activities.
Junior Leaders meet monthly and are encouraged to participate in
state activities as well. Special awards and trips are available.
MEMORY BOOK
Members in grades 3 and above may submit a memory book.
Starting with a 3-ring binder or other style of memory book, the 4-H
member can arrange the contents in any order that he or she likes,
but should remember that this is a 4-H memory book. Books must
contain the following:
1. A table of contents
2. Copy of “Record of Achievement” (current year only).
3. Your 4-H story: 1-2 pages summarizing your 4-H year.
4. Your 4-H project record sheets and/or judging sheets.
5. Awards, ribbons or certificates or photographs of them. Label each
with project name and division.
The memory book may also contain the following:
1. Newspaper clippings- underline/highlight your name.
2. Project pictures- with identifying captions and dates.
3. Public relations material- copies of talks given, radio/TV
appearances, etc. or pictures, labeled and dated.
4. Leadership experiences- a brief explanation of leadership role or
pictures, labeled and dated.
5. Brief description of school, church, or other activities.
6. 4-H correspondence.
7. A program book for the past year.
8. Brief description/pictures of judging, demonstrations, etc.
9. Other personal keepsakes from 4-H activities, such as programs,
special invitations, ticket stubs, calendar, etc.
Lake County 4-H Opportunities
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CLUB CORNER
In the 4-H Building during the Fair, clubs will be given an area
approximately 48”X30” to put a display together to show the public
what their club does. The displays must be free standing, i.e. a trifold
board, etc. The displays should have the club name, Extension Office
contact information, when/where the club traditionally meets, if you
have a special call out meeting, special activities for Mini 4-H, and
any other information the club wishes to display such as specialties,
e.g. horses, STEM, arts & crafts, cattle, etc. trips taken, service done,
etc. Pictures are encouraged. Items can be put on the table in front of
the display board. Please label all items with club name.
LIVESTOCK COSTUME CONTEST
Only a member enrolled in the species project may participate.
Members must use their own animals. Each member and animal
must be in costume. Entry must register two hours prior to the
activity. A Champion will be selected for each species and Grand
Champion selected overall.
ROOSTER CROWING CONTEST
1. Open to all 4-H members and Mini 4-H members.
2. Member must make arrangements for a rooster ahead of time. If
one is brought from home for the contest, it must be checked by
the superintendents and have current negative pullorum papers.
3. The birds will remain caged and members will try to make the
roosters crow as many times as possible in a 15-minute time span.
4. The member may coax the rooster in any way without touching the
bird.
POULTRY (The Roles are Reversed) SHOWMANSHIP
1. Open to any 4-H parent/guardian and or leader.
2. Will be judged by current 4-H poultry showmanship winners.
3. Each contestant must make a donation to the poultry fund to
enter.
4. Contestants will be judged on standard poultry showmanship
criteria, such as:
a. How to handle
b. Knowledge of poultry
c. Birds conditioning
5. Awards will be given.
6. Activity will be on Friday after 4-H poultry show.
BARN BATTLE
Lake County 4-H Barn Battle is open to all enrolled 4-H members.
Members must pre-register. A Champion team will be awarded.
SUPREME SHOWMAN CONTEST
One representative from Beef, Sheep, Swine, Dairy, Dairy Goats,
Meats Goats, Rabbits and Poultry will be chosen at the
superintendents’ discretion. Preferably each barn using their Master
Showman. A member may only represent one barn. If there is not
enough animals to represent a species that species will have a
questions section rather than a showing section. Judge will be given
30 min per species. There will be no formal written test but judge is
allowed to ask any questions they wish. Showman Attire: All
exhibitors will have boots, jeans, and a collared shirt. The activity
committee will provide show harnesses and back tags. Each class
will be placed. Each placing will be a point. After everything is shown,
all points will be added. Low score wins. Only Champion and
Reserve Champion will be announced.
Animals: This will be a wash and show contest. There will be no
grooming. Each barn participating will provide 8 animals based off
number of members and any equipment needed (show stick, cane,
whip, etc). Showman will draw a number in the makeup ring and that
will be the numbered animal they will be given so that everyone has
the same amount of time.
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Lake County 4-H Awards Program
Welcome to the Lake County 4-H Awards Program. Here is the basic information you will need to know when applying for a Lake
County 4-H sponsored award: Ambassador Board, Project and/or Middle School Awards
1. Record of Achievement (ROA) from the previous year must be on file to apply for current year awards (i.e., 2021 ROA
on file to apply for 2022 awards; 2022 ROA on file to apply for 2023 awards, etc.). This is the only way for the
committee to tabulate your points for the rubric to calculate the winners.
2. Members are eligible to win one ambassador award category (Royal, High Point, Citizenship, Leadership, and any
other award the committee deems as ambassador) and two project awards category (Horse & Pony, Entomology,
Science, Livestock, Dairy Goat, Jr Leaders, Home Environment, and any other award the committee deems as project)
per year given at Achievement Night at the annual Lake County Fair.
3. Members can only win each award in each category one time and will not be eligible for that same award in future
years.
AMBASSADOR BOARD AWARDS AND INFORMATION:
1. The Lake County 4-H Ambassador Board will consist of twenty Lake County 4-H members in grades 9-12 with the
highest levels of achievement in 4-H projects, activities, and awards, as determined by your annual completion of the
Lake County 4-H Record of Achievement. Lake County 4-H Ambassadors will assist with 4-H events, represent 4-H in
the community, and will be eligible for financial awards. The amount of these awards will depend upon annual
donations and the number of winners eligible to receive them.
2. Return Invitation by October 31st and email a picture for Facebook/Website Announcement. Give a brief statement on
what 4-H has done for you or some of your best memories or maybe some accomplishments. Just a brief statement,
we do not need paragraphs this is just for the public to read.
3. Ambassador Board members will be required to submit one resume and cover letter highlighting their 4-H career for
the Ambassador Awards and to be recognized as an Ambassador at achievement night and receive the monetary
stipend.
4. Lake County 4-H Ambassadors are asked to take an active role in representing the 4-H program and share their
experiences and accomplishments with others. Ambassadors are encouraged to contact project superintendents, 4-H
leaders, or the Extension Office if they need help finding ways to represent 4-H.
5. Attend public or 4-H activities and events; be identified as Ambassadors by wearing shirts/badges and by being
publicly introduced as a Lake County 4-H Ambassador. Have a visible role at the event, such as assisting with
registration, leading pledges, handing out ribbons, etc.
6. Participation in the Achievement Night program at the Lake County Fair is required to receive your financial awards.
(Medical emergencies or desperate circumstances deemed unavoidable by the Awards Committee may be excused.
Conflicts with jobs, band, sports, etc., are not accepted/or excused.)
7. Participate in the Ambassador Board group project. It can be civil engagement, publicity, fundraising, etc. but the
entire board will be involved. The current ambassador board will also score the members on participation, ambition,
and overall attitude. That score will be used in the rubric for calculation of award winners.
8. Ambassadors who fulfill the responsibilities mentioned above will be recognized at Achievement Night and may receive
a monetary award to be used for education expenses (the amount will depend on the sponsorship available).
9. Send a Thank You to your award sponsor.
PROJECT AWARDS AND INFORMATION:
1. Project awards currently include Horse &Pony, Entomology, Science, Livestock, Dairy, Dairy Goat, Jr Leaders, Home
Environment, and any other award the committee deems as project during the current 4-H year.
2. Project awards applicants will need to submit a resume and cover letter for each project award they are applying for
example you are applying for H&P and Livestock so you will need two resumes and two covers letters one for H&P and
one for Livestock, each resume should highlight the accomplishments made in those project areas.
3. These awards are given to members that are in grades 9
th
to 12
th
. If you are in grades 9
th
to 12
th
you should receive a
packet in the mail with the information pertaining to project awards.
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Criteria for the Project Awards:
Dairy Goat Award
• Be currently enrolled in 4-H Dairy Goat project
• Must have completed at least two years in Dairy Goat project
• Must be in high school or first year of college
• Strong record in Dairy Goat achievement
• Award is sponsored by Prairie Pioneers in Honor of Donald & Frances Laudig
Entomology Achievement Award
• Be currently enrolled in 4-H Entomology project
• Must have completed at least two years in Entomology project
• Must be in high school or first year of college
• Strong record in Entomology achievement
• Award is sponsored by Northwest Indiana Beekeepers Association
Horse & Pony Memorial Award
• Be currently enrolled in Horse & Pony project
• Must have completed at least two years of Horse & Pony project
• Must be in high school or first year of college
• Strong record in Horse & Pony achievement
• Award is sponsored by the Horse & Pony Leaders Organization
Livestock Achievement Award – 2 awarded
• Be currently enrolled in a Livestock project(s): Dairy, Dairy Goat, Rabbit, Swine, Sheep, Poultry, Beef, Meat
Goat
• Strong record in livestock achievement
• Number of livestock projects completed
• Livestock judging participation
• Animals exhibited
• Length of project participation
• Other related experiences
• Awards are sponsored by Lake County Auction Committee
Junior Leader Achievement Award
• Be currently enrolled in 4-H and must have completed 3 years
• Must have completed at least 2 years in Junior Leaders
• Strong record of Leadership and Citizenship
• Award is sponsored by Lake County 4-H Junior Leaders
James D. Wozniewski Memorial Science Achievement Award
• Be currently enrolled in at least one of the following projects: Aerospace, Computer, Electric, Entomology,
Forestry, Geology, Small Engine, Soil & Water Science, Veterinary Science, Weather and Climate Science,
and/or Wildlife
• Must have previously completed at least two years in at least one of the projects listed above
• Must be in high school or first year of college
• Have a strong record in at least one of the project areas listed above
• Award is sponsored by Lin Wozniewski.
Home Environment Achievement Award
• Be currently enrolled in at least one of the following projects: Arts & Crafts, Cake Decorating, Child
Development, Consumer Clothing, Consumer Meats, Table setting, Fine Arts, Foods, Needle Craft, Sewing
• Must have previously completed at least two years in at least one of the projects listed above
• Must be in high school or first year of college
• Have a strong record in at least one of the project areas listed above
• Award is sponsored by Lin Wozniewski.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS:
1. The Middle School Achievement awards consist of three different categories: Overall, Leadership, and Citizenship.
Each of the award categories may be won once by a member.
2. The member will need to submit one resume and cover letter PLUS have a current ROA on file in the office by
October 1
st
of the previous year. The ROA will be used to pull point information for the three awards and the rubric
will determine the winners.
3. Members in grade 6
th
to 8
th
are eligible to apply for these awards. If you are in grades 6th to 8th you should receive a
packet in the mail with the information pertaining to Middle School Achievement Awards.
CALENDAR AND TIMELINE FOR AWARDS:
October October 1 is the deadline for 4-H members to turn in their completed “Record of 4-H Achievement” (ROA) to be
eligible for following year awards.
Invitations will be sent mid-October to qualifying the candidates.
Acceptance letters need to be returned by October 31
st
with any information requested in the letter to be used
for publicity purposes.
Members must be enrolled in Lake County 4-H.
November Ambassador Board members will meet with representatives from the Ambassador Committee to discuss the
Ambassador Program, responsibilities, expectations, and answer any questions that the Ambassadors may
have.
January Ambassador Board will be invited to and introduced at the annual 4-H Recognition
Banquet. Ambassadors will receive shirts and name badges to wear when representing
the 4-H organization. In addition, a group picture will be taken after the Banquet.
May Ambassador, project, and middle school resumes are due by May 1st; see AMBASSADOR BOARD,
PROJECT, and MIDDLE SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS above for details.
May Interviews will be held in May so watch for an email for more information. All Ambassador Board Members will
schedule and complete a required ten-minute interview with a panel appointed by the Awards Committee to be
eligible for the Ambassador Awards and recognized on Achievement Night. During the interview, members will
present their accomplishments as 4-H Ambassadors and answer questions from the panel. The panel will also
consider the resume submitted. This resume is designed to highlight 4-H accomplishments and work completed
as an Ambassador. Project and Middle School award applicants do not do an interview.
August Ambassador Board, Project and Middle School Achievement Awards will be announced at the achievement
night during the annual Lake County Fair
Next year Candidates who continue in 4-H may be eligible for the Ambassador Board again, depending on their
achievement’s points. Ambassador activities should be included on “Record of 4-H Achievement” forms (attach
pages if needed). There is no guarantee of remaining on the board multiple years. ROA scores determine the
board of 20.
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Aerospace
Arts and Crafts, General
(includes Basic Craft Other, Ceramics,
Giftwrapping, Jewelry Making,
Leathercraft, Needlecraft Other,
Reclaimed Treasures, Scrapbooking,
Wearable Art, and Wreaths)
Beef
Cake Decorating
Child Development
Communications
Computer Science
Consumer Clothing
Construction and Architectural Replica
County Project: Cake Decorating without Tips
County Project: Collections
County Project: Consumer Meats
County Project: Exploring through Books & Movies
County Project: History for Fun
County Project: Juntos 4-H
County Project: Music
County Project: Planters
County Project: Sports
County Project: Tablesetting
Dairy
Dairy Goat (see Goats)
Dog
Electric
Entomology
Fine Arts
Floriculture
Foods
Forestry
Garden
Genealogy
Geology
Goats
Health
Horse and Pony
Junior Leaders
Meat Goat (see Goats)
Mini 4-H (grades K-2)
Needle Craft
Photography
Poultry
Pygmy Goat (see Goats)
Rabbits
Sewing
Sheep
Small Engine
Soil and Water Science
Sportfishing
Swine
Veterinary Science
Weather and Climate Science
Wildlife
Woodworking
Lake County 4-H Projects
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4-H Project Exhibit Guidelines
AEROSPACE
Description:
The 4-H aerospace program provides youth with educational information and experiences about aerodynamics, flight and rocketry.
State Fair Entries:
3 rockets, drones, remote control aircraft, posters, notebooks or display boards per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
“Ready to Fly” and E2X rockets are not permitted. Rockets may be exhibited with a base, but launch pads are not permitted. All rockets must
weigh less than 3.3 pounds and considered an amateur rocket according to FAA regulations. Remote control aircraft or drones may be
constructed from a kit or purchased ready-to-fly. The power source (rocket engine, battery pack, etc.) is to be removed before being placed in
public exhibition.
Rockets will not be launched and remote control aircraft or drones will not be flown at state fair. Launching rockets and flying aircraft or drones
at the county level is optional based on adult supervision experience.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Construct a rocket of your choice designed for a new model rocket enthusiast with a difficulty level that is appropriate for the suggested grade
level, or a poster or display board on any topic in the manual. Similar topics not included in the manual are permissible. Rockets cannot be
ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets and rockets that take an engine D or above are not permitted in this level.
Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA regulations, federal and state laws, and
local ordinances. This exhibit choice is to include a notebook or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned.
Displaying the aircraft or drone is optional. Other topics could include how a quadcopter operates, controls used to fly a quadcopter, UAV
regulations administered by Federal Aviation Administration, commercial and emergency uses of UAVs, and more.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Construct a rocket of your choice designed for a model rocket enthusiast with some experience and with a difficulty level that is appropriate for
the suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on any topic in the manual. Similar topics not included in the manual are permissible.
Rockets cannot be ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets and rockets that take an engine E or above are not permitted
in this level.
Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA regulations, federal and state laws, and
local ordinances. This exhibit choice is to include a notebook or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned.
Displaying the aircraft or drone is optional. Other topics could include interviewing a certified UAV pilot who works in law enforcement, EMS,
fire, Purdue Extension, commercial or other application. Other options could include creating a flight plan or interfacing with other computer
software.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Construct a rocket of your choice designed for an experienced model rocket enthusiast and with a difficulty level that is appropriate for the
suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on any topic in the manual. Similar topics not included in the manual are permissible.
Rockets cannot be ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets and rockets that take an engine G or above are not permitted
in this level.
Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA regulations, federal and state laws, and
local ordinances. This exhibit choice is to include a notebook or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned.
Displaying the aircraft or drone is optional. Other topics could include using “stitching” software to produce an orthomosaic map for a research
purpose, identifying Department of Transportation Aeronautical Chart features and explain how these are important to a drone pilot, how to
obtain a drone pilot license, or more. If 16 years of age or older the member could obtain a license by completing and passing the official FAA
Part 107 UAV licensing test.
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ARTS & CRAFTS, GENERAL
Description:
Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing creativity in a variety of mediums.
State Fair Entries:
5 entries per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials. These will be selected from the Grand Champion/Reserve
Grand Champion entries of each category.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Youth may exhibit any art or craft that does not meet exhibit requirements in Fine Arts, Needle Craft, or Construction and Architectural Replica.
Exhibitors should be considerate of space. Exhibits too large to safely move or requiring lots of space should be exhibited using photographs
and a description of work in a notebook.
All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A. This information card is to describe work completed so the
judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.
If multiple pieces make up the exhibit, a photograph of the complete exhibit should be attached to the exhibit so the total exhibit can properly
be displayed. For safety purposes any craft exhibit that resembles a sword, knife, or look-a-like weapon will be judged but will not be displayed.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
The Arts & Crafts project includes a variety of categories that members can choose to exhibit in (see descriptions below):
Basic Craft Other: This category is intended for craft items that do not fit into any other categories.
Ceramics:
Construct a ceramic exhibit. It is recommended that to put member’s name on the bottom (carved or permanent marker). Handbuilt items
should be fired at least once (air-dry clay tends to break easily). Items may be underglazed with glaze over, glazed, or unglazed if made of
terra cotta clay, painted, or stained. Bottom may be dry footed or glazed. Suggested goals for beginners include learning to manipulate clay by
pinch, coil, and strip methods, to join pieces, to apply simple glaze, and purpose/procedure for firing. Suggested goals for advanced members
include learning different methods of applying design, such as multiple piece molds, clay sculpture, potter’s wheel, and hand-forming with
template, and developing skills in using underglaze, overglaze, carving, and sgraffito.
Poured items are poured from a slip which may be store-bought. Bottom should be finished. Silicone glue works well for add-ons. (Note:
Plastercraft items should be entered in the Basic Craft Other class. Plaster is usually a heavy solid, can be scratched, and when tapped will
make a dull sound. Poured ceramic pieces are usually hollow, feel light, and when tapped will make a ping or hollow sound.)
Giftwrapping:
Exhibit a wrapped package. Members are encouraged to wrap an assortment of gifts during the year and attach list to the record sheet. The
exhibit package should contain a small bag of sand or dirt to weigh it down and make it easier to display. A small card with recipient
information (occasion, age, gender, etc.) taped to the package is recommended. Beginners may start with simple rectangular boxes and
purchased bows and paper. As members advance, they are encouraged to experiment with irregular-shaped packages, self-made bows and
materials, and non-traditional wrappings.
Jewelry Making:
Jewelry items should be finished and ready for use. Members are encouraged to use a display board, 20” or smaller and covered in black or
white fabric, with small, plain straight pins to fasten jewelry in place. Exhibit needs to be accessible to the judge (do not seal in a box or bag).
Jewelry should be made from glass, acrylic, clay, resin, plastic, metal, or wood. Beginners may string beads on elastic but members are
encouraged to use clasps for closure. Bracelets and other items made from embroidery thread, macramé jute, nylon/parachute cord, duct
tape or rubber should be entered in the Basic Craft Other class.
Leathercraft:
Exhibit a stamped leathercraft item. Use of stain, dye, and/or sealer is recommended. Carving tools and swivel knives are recommended for
members of appropriate age and skill levels.
Needlecraft Other:
Needlecraft Other exhibits include latch hook, plastic canvas, machine knitting, machine quilting, arm knitting/crocheting, and other methods
with approval of superintendent.
Reclaimed Treasures:
Restore an item, keeping the original purpose, or convert an item to a new purpose. Examples: Restoring old furniture or antique farm
implement, trophies converted to coat-rack, suitcase converted to end table, etc. It is recommended that the exhibit include a “before” picture
and a one-paragraph story of the origin, process of reclaiming, time and materials invested, purpose, etc.
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Scrapbooking:
Scrapbook albums should have front and back covers. Completed pages may contain photos, memorabilia, documentation, decorations, etc.
Using a variety of cropping techniques and page layouts will add interest and creativity. Journaling (labels, captions, stories, thoughts, ideas,
etc.) is recommended. Keep in mind your scrapbook is telling a story.
Wearable Art:
Creatively decorate an article of clothing or accessory that can be worn or carried, such as a tote bag, hat, shoes, hair accessory, belt, etc.
Wreaths:
Construct a wreath by attaching craft items, artificial flowers, fabrics, tole pieces, dried fruits, raffia, pine cones, grape vines, cornhusks, paper,
shells, candy, etc. to a base of any shape (circle, star, heart, etc.). Wreaths should be ready to hang with a suitable secure hanger such as
wire, pop tab, etc. As skills develop, members are encouraged to make their own materials and incorporate non-traditional items.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.
BEEF
Record Sheet required at Fair Check-In (if not exhibiting live animals, project manuals are required for completion and must be turned into
Extension Office by July 1).
1. Animals must be identified by the 4-H member in 4-HOnline by the state Animal ID date (May 15). Exhibit classes must be entered in
FairEntry and exhibitors must complete Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for the Quality Care for Animals (YQCA) by July 1. See
Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility.
2. All Beef educational options are due at Beef Check-in. See Livestock General Rules for more information.
3. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded for the two best steers in each breed. A Grand Champion and Reserve Grand
Champion will be awarded from these animals.
4. All beef animals must comply with the regulations of the Indiana State Veterinarian/Board of Animal Health. Animals housed in Indiana are
not required to have health papers. Animals housed out-of-state must have valid health papers (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection is valid
for 30 days for out-of-state animals.) Health papers must match animal identification. If there is a concern about the health or safety of a
particular animal, the superintendent reserves the right to contact the fair veterinarian and/or release that animal to be transported off the
fairgrounds.
5. All livestock superintendents are responsible for checking registration papers and tattoos.
6. Calves must be attended by a Lake County 4-H member, or kept at the residence of a Lake County 4-H member who lives in another
county. Lake County Livestock Premise/Partnership/Lease Agreement form is required for all beef animals not housed at the residence of
the 4-H exhibitor.
7. Butt Fans are not permitted in aisleway during the 4-H show.
8. Project Manuals will be an optional class. Members must complete 3 activities and submit to the Extension Office by July 1.
Market Animals
1. All Steers must have been born between January 1 and December 31, 2023.
2. All steers and market heifers should be entered in Class 1 of the breed section. Steers and market heifers will be weighed before showing
and each breed will be divided into approximately equal size classes according to weight.
3. Steers will be identified at tagging date according to state rules. The exhibitor will have the choice as to what breed class the steer qualifies
for; if the intended breed does not fit the steer, the beef superintendent can make a suggestion as to how he/she feels the steer should be
shown. Steers must meet breed characteristics. Final classification will be done by the judge on show day in each respective class, and the
steers will be placed accordingly. Market heifers will not be shown by breed. They will be shown by weight. If an exhibitor wishes to change
the breed of his steer to crossbred, this must be done during weigh-in at the fair. No changes will be made after the scale closes. Changes
from crossbred to breed will not be allowed.
4. Only six steers and two market heifers may be entered by any one 4-H exhibitor. One of the steers may be entered in carcass class.
5. For the safety of 4-H members, horns will not be permitted; scurs that protrude from the head must be loose and not come to a point.
6. You do not need to declare the Market Heifer Class at tagging. You can still put crossbred or breed. If you decide to enter them in the Market
Heifer Class, they must be entered in the Market Heifer Class on your entry due July 1. Champion Market Heifer will not be included in the
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Grand Drive.
7. Market Heifers must be pregnancy checked “open” by a licensed and accredited veterinarian at the expense of the exhibitor July 15
th
and
July 30
th
prior to of the Lake County Fair. The veterinarian must document “open”. If this is not completed or heifer is bred the heifer will be
allowed to show as a crossbred heifer.
Breeds: Same as State Fair breeds.
Class 1 (All Steers and Market Heifers)
Breeding Animals
1. Member should be prepared to present papers to the superintendent.
2. All non-registered heifers (market & crossbred) must be identified to be eligible for the County Fair. Registered heifers do not need to be ear
tagged they must be listed in FairEntry. You will need the animal’s registration papers in order to match the tattoo.
3. All registered heifers will show in their respective breed classes. If there is not a breed class for your registered heifer, the heifer will be
shown as an AOB/Other registered. Changes from crossbred to breed will not be allowed.
4. Registration papers will be checked when exhibits are checked in. Tattoos must match the registration papers. Tattoos must be in place
before entering the fairgrounds.
5. Animals shown in 4-H Breeding Heifer classes will not be eligible to show in 4-H Market Heifer classes.
Breeds: Same as State Fair breeds.
Class 2 Class 2 Junior Yearling - Born January 1- April 30, 2023
Class 3 Summer Yearling –Born May 1- August 31, 2023
Class 4 Senior Calf - Born after September 1, 2022
Class 5 Two Year Old Heifers
Crossbred Heifer
Heifers will be weighed at fair and classes will be established at that time. (Limit of two crossbred heifers).
Cow-Calf
1. Any cow that was a 4-H Breeding Heifer project of that 4-H member in the two prior calendar years and still owned by the member may enter
as a Cow-Calf Project.
2. Each member will be limited to two Cow-Calf combinations.
3. The exhibit will be the cow with her natural calf (no embryo transplant), born during year, judged as a pair.
4. All cows previously shown as crossbred heifers will be shown as crossbred for Cow-Calf.
Class 1 All Other Breeds and Crosses
Class 2 British Breeds: Hereford Cow, (Hereford Calf); Angus Cow, (Angus Calf); Shorthorn Cow, (Shorthorn Calf).
Lake County Born and Raised
1. Eligible calves must have been both born and raised in Lake County, without exception. Ownership of sire and cow does not matter.
2. Calves must only be born in Lake County and raised by a Lake County 4-H member within Lake County.
3. There will be a Grand and Reserve Grand Champion LC Born and Raised Steer selected, as well as a Grand and Reserve Grand Champion
LC Born and Raised Heifer selected.
4. Designation if calf is LC Born and Raised will need to be made on your Livestock Entry Forms, simply noted by an LC next to entry.
5. A Steer and Heifer will be selected at end of show by Final Highest Finish. If there is a tie, a separate class will be made up of those animals
to re-enter the ring for the judge to decide the final decision.
Feeder Calf/Prospect Calf
1. Calves must be born in the current 4-H calendar year of show.
2. Both Steer and Heifers are allowed to show in the Feeder Calf/Prospect show. Market Heifers will show in the steer class. No bull calves
allowed.
3. Calves are not allowed to have horns at time of show.
4. Calves must have a numbered ear tag for proper identification for show. (Farm tags allowed.)
5. 4-H members are to enter Feeder Calf/Prospect class on their July entry forms.
6. There will be one Steer class and one Heifer class at the 4-H show. (No separate breed classes will be made.)
7. There will be a selection for Champion and Reserve Feeder/Prospect Steer and Champion/Reserve Feeder/Prospect Heifer.
8. Feeder Calf/Prospect Calves are not allowed to go through the Livestock Auction.
Beef Carcass
1. Placing one through ten will be awarded on hoof. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded on rail. Cash awards of $10, $7, $5
will be awarded to placings 1-3 on hoof. Placing for on hoof judging will be done by 4-H members who are present for on hoof judging.
2. Member must indicate Carcass Show participation on Livestock Entry Form. Determination of animal (steer) identification must be made at
on hoof weigh-in at Fair.
3. Exhibitors must comply with general health regulations.
4. Exhibitors will be responsible for the transportation of their animals to the Butcher Block after the weigh-in, unless previous arrangements
have been made with the superintendent.
5. Only steers are eligible to show in the carcass class. For safety of the 4-H members, no horns will be permitted; scurs that protrude from the
head must be loose and must not come to a point.
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6. Only one steer may be entered in the carcass class.
7. Member wishing to sell a steer at the 4-H Animal Livestock Auction should so indicate at the time of the weigh-in. Judge will determine if
carcass carried enough finish to sell in the 4-H Auction.
8. For the purpose of on rail placing, steers over 1600 lbs. will be adjusted to 1600 lbs.
CAKE DECORATING (see also COUNTY PROJECT: CAKE DECORATING WITHOUT TIPS)
Perishable exhibits, including cakes, may be discarded before end of Fair if condition deteriorates.
Description:
The cake decorating project allows youth to utilize their artistic ability and expressions as they learn decorating techniques and skills. Anyone
wanting to learn baking skills should refer to the 4-H foods project.
State Fair Entries:
3 entries per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
The cake decorating project provides skills-based educational experiences that provide an opportunity for mastery before building on that
experience to develop more advanced skills. This subject area is divided into three levels: Beginner (Grades 3-5), Intermediate (Grades 6-8),
and Advanced (Grades 9-12). While the defined grades are intended to be a guide, older youth enrolled in this subject for the first time may
start in a lower grade skill level with permission by the county extension educator, followed by an appropriate level the following year.
Skills and techniques demonstrated should be age/grade appropriate. While it is not to say a beginner level member cannot master an
advanced level skill, it would be rare and unique. Therefore, exhibited cakes must demonstrate the minimum five techniques from their given
level outlined in Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A, but may also include higher/lower level techniques that have
been mastered. Any higher/lower level techniques will not be counted as part of the minimum five, but nevertheless will be evaluated for
quality. All exhibited cakes must be created using a Styrofoam, foam, or other solid dummy. Unless otherwise stated, cakes are to be iced
using royal icing or buttercream. Buttercream icing will not withstand environmental conditions and may become soft, melt, not withhold its
shape, and colors may bleed when being displayed an extended period of time. When displaying a cut-up cake or tiered cake, the exhibitor
must include a diagram and description indicating how the cake was assembled. This diagram and description can be attached to or written
on the skills sheet. All exhibits must include a completed Cake Decorating Skills Sheet (4-H 710) and must accompany the cake for the
judge’s reference during judging. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
A minimum of five beginner level skills are to be demonstrated. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the Indiana 4-H Cake
Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a cake board strong enough to support the cake (approximately 3/8”
thick) and 2-4” larger than the cake. For example, if the cake is 8” in diameter, then the cake board must be 10-12” in diameter. The cake
board must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited in the beginner level are to be a single
tier/layer, no more than 5” tall, and may be round, square, or rectangular and the cake board is to be no more 12”x12”.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
A minimum of five intermediate level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional skills from the beginner level. A list of
skills to choose from can be found on the Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a cake
board strong enough to support the cake (approximately 3/8” thick) and 2-4” larger than the cake. For example, if the cake is 9”x13”
rectangular, then the cake board must be 11”x15” to 13”x17” rectangular. The cake board must be neatly covered and well taped or
otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited in the intermediate level are to be a single or double tier/layer, no more than 12” tall and may
be any shape. Youth may choose to decorate an inverted (upside down) character pan or create a 3-dimensional cake. It is also permissible
to cut-up pieces of Styrofoam, foam, or other solid material to create a new shape, like a butterfly or castle for example. The cake board is to
be no more than 24”x24”.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
A minimum of five advanced level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional skills from the beginner and intermediate
levels. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must
be on a cake board strong enough to support the cake (approximately ½” thick) and 4” larger than the base cake. For example, if the cake is
26” in diameter, then the cake board must be 30” in diameter. The cake board must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached
underneath.Cakes exhibited in the advanced level may be multiple layer and/or tiered and may include multiple cakes, like a wedding cake.
Youth may choose to create a character or 3-dimensional cake by cutting-up pieces of Styrofoam, foam, or other solid material to create a new
shape. Dowel rods, plates, etc. should be used to support multiple layers and tiers. Fondant icing, gum, and sugar paste is permissible.
Cakes may be any shape, no more than 36” tall and the cake board is to be no more than 36”x36”.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Description:
Youth will learn about developmental stages of infants, toddlers and young children.
State Fair Entries:
4 entries per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Activities may be designed to be displayed on the floor, but please be considerate of space availability. Each item is to be labeled with the 4-H
member’s name, county and club so fair staff can keep all components together if it needs to be moved after judging is complete.
Notebooks are to include the following:
• Identifications on the front showing 4-H member’s name, county, club, grade and year in project.
• Title page naming the activity.
• Pages explaining how activity was developed and is to be used.
• Photographs showing how the activity was used along with assembly.
• Explanation of skills learned and any additional information to share with the reader.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)
Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities are permissible.
Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)
Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities are permissible.
Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)
Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities designed to help develop physical, emotional or cognitive
skills are permissible.
Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)
Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities designed to help develop physical, emotional or cognitive
skills are permissible.
COMMUNICATIONS
Description:
The communications project teaches verbal and non-verbal communication and presentation skills.
State Fair Entries:
Demonstration – 3 junior individuals, 3 senior individuals, 3 junior teams and 3 senior teams per county.
Informative 4-H Presentation – 3 junior individuals, 3 senior individuals.
Professional Persuasive Presentation – 3 junior, 3 senior, 3 junior teams and 3 senior teams per county per county.
Public Speaking – 3 junior and 3 senior per county.
Creative Writing – 3 exhibits per county, one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Effective communications drives all aspects of day-to-day life. Youth are to learn about the process of communication, to learn about different
modes of communication and to strengthen their own communication skills. As you explore the world of communication and the manuals, you
will enjoy learning more about yourself and others. Youth completing this project are expected to participate in a variety of experiences allowing
them to develop communication skills rather than create an exhibit to be displayed at the county or state fair.
A series of 4-H manuals is available with activities designed to develop communication skills at a specific grade level. Module 1 is for
Beginner Level youth in grades 3-5. Module 2 is for Intermediate Level youth in grades 6-8. Module 3 is for Advanced Level youth in grades
9-12. Suggested activities to develop communication skills include:
• Complete an activity from the grade appropriate manual.
• Give a demonstration or presentation at a club meeting.
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• Participate in a verbal communication event. See verbal communication section below.
• Submit a news release to local news media about a 4-H event or topic.
• Participate in a radio interview.
• Present information about 4-H to a civic organization or similar group.
• Participate in the Indiana 4-H Spread the News workshop (Grades 9-12).
• Participate as an actor in a community theater.
• Other activities that demonstrate communication skill development.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Verbal Communication Events
The following verbal communication events and activities are offered to 4-H members as a way to teach presentation and public speaking skill
development. They are often used in 4-H meetings, and a county 4-H youth development program may choose to offer these as competitive
events. The demonstration, informative presentation, professional persuasive presentation and public speaking are competitive events at
Indiana State Fair.
The following apply to all state fair communication events:
• Members may use a PowerPoint, Prezi, or other digital presentation, signs, and other props that will enhance their presentation when giving
their how-to demonstration to the audience from a stage or stage-like setting.
• If digital media will be used to enhance the presentation, contestants are encouraged to provide their own laptop computer. If the laptop is
not equipped with a standard HDMI external video connection, the contestant will need to supply an appropriate adapter. While a standard
PC laptop will be available, the quality and compatibility of the digital media cannot be guaranteed as PowerPoint will be the only digital media
available at state fair.
• Live animals are not permitted at state fair.
• There is no interaction with the audience.
• Questions may be asked of the contestants by the judges following the presentation.
• Events that have a team category, it is for two (2) people and will be determined by the highest grade level of any member of that team.
• The top three senior individuals, top junior individual, top senior team, and top junior team will be recognized in Indiana State Fair
Celebration of Champions.
Refer to the Indiana State Fair 4-H handbook for the date, time, and location of each event. Check with your county extension educator for
information about entering these events.
Demonstration
• All 4-H members are encouraged to present a demonstration at their club or county level.
• This contest allows the 4-H member to show the audience step-by-step procedures how-to-do something related to any 4-H project.
• Examples of a demonstration include how to take a prize winning photograph, how to give an intramuscular antibiotic injection or shot, how
to design a mini-barn blueprint, how to construct a garment, how to develop a wildlife rehabilitation plan, how to treat a cat for fleas, etc.
• Junior members (grades 3-8) have 5-7 minutes to present their demonstration, while senior members (grades 9-12) will present their
demonstration in 5-10 minutes.
• Categories will be Junior Individual, Senior Individual, Junior Team, and Senior Team.
Informative 4-H Presentation
• This contest allows the 4-H member to present a topic of their choice related to a 4-H event, project, or activity to the audience.
• Examples of an informative 4-H presentation include the benefits of attending 4-H Round-Up, State 4-H Junior Leader Conference, 4-H
Academy, or Citizenship Washington Focus; the impact of a community service project on the 4-H members involved and their community; why
a family should enroll their children in 4-H; how 4-H prepares a young person for the workforce or college, etc.
• Junior members (grades 3-8) have 5-7 minutes to present their informative presentation, while senior members (grades 9-12) will present
their informative presentation in 5-10 minutes.
• Categories will be Junior Individual and Senior Individual.
Professional Persuasive Presentation
• Contestants will be required to research a public issue in their community, collect data showing how this issue is or could affect their
community, formulate a plan to address this issue, and present it in a professional manner using electronic digital media such as PowerPoint,
Prezi, etc.
• Contestants are to submit two (2) sets of accompanying handouts at registration. These handouts will be provided to the judges.
• It is suggested that youth practice by presenting their professional presentation to service clubs, 4-H council or fair board, government
officials, or other boards.
• Examples of public issues could be the lack of accessibility to trails or public parks, congested traffic locations, public health issues,
impoverished neighborhoods, school dropout rates, the size of farm machinery outgrowing the size of roads, etc.
• Junior members (grades 3-8) will present in 5-7 minutes and senior members (grades 9-12) will present their professional presentation in 5-
10 minutes.
• Categories will be Junior Individual, Senior Individual, Junior Team and Senior Team.
Public Speaking
• This contest allows the 4-H member to give their prepared speech to an audience from a stage or stage-like setting.
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• Props, signs, and PowerPoint presentations are not permitted.
• The topic can be of the 4-H member’s choice.
• Junior members (grades 3-8) have 3-5 minutes to give their speech while senior members (grades 9-12) will give their speech in 5-7
minutes.
Creative Writing
• This exhibit allows youth to express creativity while developing writing skills. Examples include a story, autobiography, biography, , journal
entry, poetry, children’s story, skit or play, fiction in verse, alternative history, song lyrics, movie script, creative nonfiction and more. Writing
must be authored by the 4-H member and can be fiction or non-fiction.
• Exhibits are to be displayed in a notebook or binder appropriately labeled on the front with the title, 4-H member’s name, grade in school,
club and county. The notebook or binder is to include a title page and authored work. While most creative writing exhibits will not require
research, a bibliography giving credit to sources is to be included with any research article.
• Work can be handwritten or typewritten.
• Illustrations or photos may be included to enhance the writing.
• Writing should not include excessive blood, gore, violence or sexual themes and must be appropriate for all ages to read.
Creative Writing Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate item. While length or word count is not required, one-page or 250 words is appropriate for most
beginners.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate item. While length or word count is not required, two-page or 500 words is appropriate for most
intermediate members.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate item. While length or word count is not required, more than three pages or more than 750 words
is appropriate for most advanced members.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Description:
The 4-H computer science project is designed for youth to engage in an interactive project to learn all levels of familiarity with computers.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
There are three exhibit grade level divisions; Grades 3-5, Beginner; Grades 6-8, Intermediate; and Grades 9-12, Advanced. Exhibits are to be
skill appropriate for the member’s grade level.
Youth enrolled in the computer project will select one of the below subject categories to study, regardless of grade. Youth may choose to
create an exhibit demonstrating skills learned during the year. Check with your county Purdue Extension Office to determine if a computer will
be available during judging and if there will be an opportunity to explain your exhibit to the judge. Exhibits qualifying for state fair are to be
submitted on a thumb drive securely attached to a notebook/portfolio describing accomplishments, skills learned, design ideas, budget, a
summary of what was done, screenshots showing the development and final project, etc. as the exhibitor will not be able to discuss their work
with a judge. Poster and display board exhibits are permissible. Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear
plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of
tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. Youth may
continue in the same subject category in subsequent years expand on the previous year’s topic, or choose a new topic. Subject categories
are:
• Block Based Programming
• Text Based Programming
• Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship
• Computer Forensics
• Hardware and Networking Design/Install/Repair
• Graphic Design and Computer Art
• Robotics
Software submitted to be reviewed by a judge must be compatible on both PC and Mac platform. If additional software other than Microsoft
Office Suite is required to view the member’s work, that software must be provided by the member and comply with all manufacturer copyright
laws. Apps can be Android or IOS compatible.
All notebooks/portfolios must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to
complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed, books,
magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be the last page of a notebook or included as part of the display visible to the public. A
judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.
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Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Programming, Block- and Text-Based:
Youth can submit programming projects in a language of their choosing. Some popular choices include, but are not limited to:
Block-based: Scratch, Code Studio, Alice,etc.
Text-based: Python, JavaScript, C/C++, C#, ASP.net, R, Go, Java, PHP, Perl, Ruby, etc.
Beginner – Grades 3-5 – Create a program using programming language of your choice. You should comment your work and it must include at
least ten different commands. Skills this program could use are:
• Sequence
• Iteration
• Conditionals
• Variables
• Loops
• User input
• Any other similar skill
Intermediate Grades 6-8 – Create a program using programming language of your choice. You should comment your work and it must include
at least ten different commands. Skills this program could use are:
• More robust demonstration of beginner skills
• Commenting
• Correct syntax
• Lists
• Functions
• Algorithms
• Modularization
• Any other similar skill
Advanced Grades 9-12 – Create a program using programming language of your choice. You should comment your work and it must include at
least ten different commands. Skills this program could use are:
• More robust demonstration of Intermediate Skills
• Parameters
• Recursion
• Interact with databases
• Classes
• Objects
• Methods
• Inheritance
• Integrate multiple languages into one program
• Demonstrate utilization of a version control system
• Any other similar skill
Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship
Beginner Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship – Grades 3-5 - Build a website demonstrating a knowledge of:
• Use a website builder to create your website
• Insert non-stock image into your site
• Use a template to achieve a unified look
• Explain CSS in your documentation, what CSS is and why it’s important
• Must have at least two pages and include all items listed above
Intermediate Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship – Grades 6-8 - Build a website demonstrating a knowledge of:
• Create your own site or use a website builder
• Modify existing HTML
• Use HTML5
• Modify existing CSS
• Have a unified theme throughout
• Use a photo editing software to create custom images
• Must have at least five pages and include all items listed above
Advanced Web Design and Computer Entrepreneurship – Grades 9-12 - Build a website demonstrating a knowledge of:
• Create a custom site using appropriate industry tools
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• Have a responsive website
• Add useful and appropriate plugins
• Test for and eliminate bugs
• Include links for social media
• Include custom audio/video
• Must have at least ten pages and include all items listed above
Computer Forensics (id theft, online bullying, ethical use of technology, responsible social media use)
Beginner Computer Forensics – Grades 3-5 – Research and create a 3-5 minute presentation on one of the following topics. Present to a
group of peers and have an adult leader verify, create a YouTube or MP4 instructional video, or printed slides and notes using PowerPoint or
similar presentation software.
• Media Balance and Well Being
• Privacy and Security
• Digital Footprint and Identity
• Relationships and Communication
• Cyberbullying, Digital Drama and Hate Speech
• News and Media Literacy
• Any other similar topic
Intermediate Computer Forensics – Grades 6-8 – Research and create a 6-8 minute presentation on one of the following topics. Present to a
group of peers and have an adult leader verify, create a YouTube or MP4 instructional video, or printed slides and notes using PowerPoint or
similar presentation software.
• Digital Citizenship:
o Media Balance and Well Being
o Privacy and Security
o Digital Footprint and Identity
o Relationships and Communication
o Cyberbullying, Digital Drama and Hate Speech
o News and Media Literacy
• Cyber Security
o Ethics and Society
o Security Principles
o Classic Cryptography
o Malicious Software
o Physical Security
o Web Security
• Any other similar topic
Advanced Computer Forensics – Grades 9-12 – Research and create a 10-12 minute presentation on one of the following topics. Present to a
group of peers and have an adult leader verify, create a YouTube or MP4 instructional video, or printed slides and notes using PowerPoint or
similar presentation software.
• Digital Citizenship:
o Media Balance and Well Being
o Privacy and Security
o Digital Footprint and Identity
o Relationships and Communication
o Cyberbullying, Digital Drama and Hate Speech
o News and Media Literacy
• Cyber Security
o Ethics and Society
o Security Principles
o Classic Cryptography
o Malicious Software
o Physical Security
o Web Security
• Any other similar topic
Hardware and Networking Design/Install/Repair
Beginner – Grades 3-5 – Choose 1-2 items from the list and create a report/presentation (including images) of what you did.
• Deconstruct and reconstruct a computer
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• Learn and report how binary works and how computers use numbers
• Troubleshoot hardware problems
• Explore operating systems
• Investigate open source resources
• Install/upgrade operating systems
• Design a dream machine (give reasons)
• Any other similar design/install/repair
Intermediate – Grades 6-8 – Choose 1-2 items from the list and create a report/presentation (including images) of what you did.
• Identify network hardware
• Design a computer network
• Explain Internet Protocol
• Explain different types of servers
• Use different protocols to communicate
• Add peripherals to a network
• Secure a networked computer
• Share applications simultaneously
• Setup a Raspberry Pi or other micro-controller
• Any other similar design/install/repair
Advanced – Grades 9-12 - Choose one or two items from the list ad create a report/presentation (including images) of what you did.
• Design and implement a computer network
• Secure your network
• Understand technology needs in your community.
• Help to solve these needs by organizing a committee or team to work on identified issues.
• Teach a computer science class to younger 4-Hers.
• Build your dream computer
• Network multiple micro-controllers
• Research careers in technology
• Any other similar design/install/repair
Graphic Design and Computer Art
There are three divisions; Beginner (Grades 3-5), Intermediate (Grades 6-8) and Advanced (Grades 9-12). Youth are to use a software
program to create or design an item that requires graphic design or artistry. The name of the software and version is to be included with the
exhibit. Exhibits are to be age/grade appropriate. Ideas include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Logo design
• T-shirt or apparel screen printing design
• Promotional brochure
• Marketing materials
• Computer generated art
• Computer altered photographs/images – Photographs taken by the 4-H member and altered by the 4-H member using a computer
are to be entered in the Photography project as a creative/experimental exhibit. Youth must obtain permission from the owner before
altering someone else’s photograph/image and include a copy of that permission with the exhibit to insure there is no copyright
violation.
Robotics
Suggested exhibits include, but are not limited to, a notebook including a printout of code with requirements marked, a flowchart showing how
the robot works, images of the robot being built and the final robot in action, a video, a live demonstration, or other applicable exhibits.
Beginner – Grades 3-5
• Create a flowchart
• Build a robot
o Use block- or text-based program to operate
▪ Sequential programs
▪ Events at beginning
o Use at least one basic sensor
• Model and demonstrate robot behaviors using a simulation environment (e.g. VEXcode VR [https://vr.vex.com])
Intermediate – Grades 6-8
• Create a flowchart with sub-routines
• Include at least two sensors in robot
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• Use at least three events in code
• Create at least 2 loops in code
• Operation of robot should be smooth
Advanced – Grades 9-12 - Above guidelines plus:
• Use text based language
• Use advanced logic including
o Multiple (three or more) events
o Multiple (three or more) loops
o At least three sub routines
o Special consideration if robot is not a kit
CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL REPLICA
Description:
Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing creativity when designing replicas.
State Fair Entries:
1 entry per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Exhibits can include farm scenes, town models, building replicas, or similar items and can be constructed from building blocks (Lego), erector
sets, or other materials. The product should be constructed to scale as much as possible. Consider adding a clear cover to protect the exhibit
while being displayed to the public. This exhibit will most likely be displayed on an 8’ long table top with two or three exhibits per table.
Exhibitors should be considerate of space. Exhibits too large to safely move or requiring lots of space should be exhibited using photographs
and a description of work in a notebook.
All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A. This information card is to describe work completed so the
judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.
If an exhibitor is concerned about their creation being damaged while on display, they should consider constructing a clear plastic cover to
encase the exhibit.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.
CONSUMER CLOTHING
Description:
This project is designed to teach clothing selection, wardrobe planning, care of clothing and personal grooming.
State Fair Entries:
3 Notebooks per county, no clothing; one per level.
1 advanced level per county to model in state fair fashion revue.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
The front of the notebook is to include the 4-H member’s name, county, club, and level. Personal information such as phone number, mailing
address, etc. should not be included in any notebook documentation.
Youth will be expected to model their purchased outfit and accessories at the county level. Modeling at state fair is limited to only the advanced
level and will be judged separate from the notebook.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
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Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Complete one activity from each group in the manual and share your results or answers in a notebook, labeling each activity. With help from a
parent or mentor, purchase an item of clothing that you'll wear with other clothes in your wardrobe. Examples might be slacks, blouse, jeans,
shirt, sweater, or sweatshirt. Choose an accessory to go with your purchase. Accessories could be shoes, sweatband, belt, jewelry, socks or
similar item.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Complete one activity from each group in the manual and share your results or answers in a notebook, labeling each activity. Purchase and
accessorize a casual or school outfit. Accessories may be purchased or selected from what you currently have.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Complete one activity from each group in the manual, or similar activity of choice and share your results or answers in a notebook, labeling
each activity. If completing an activity not included in the manual, be sure to include in your notebook an explanation describing how the activity
was developed and intended objectives. Purchase and accessorize an outfit of your choice. Accessories may be purchased or selected from
what you currently have.
Special note regarding Indiana State Fair – In addition to the advanced consumer clothing state fair entry submitting their notebook for
evaluation, the exhibitor will also be invited to model their purchased outfit in fashion revue. The notebook and modeling will be judged
independently and one will not have any consideration for the other at state fair.
COUNTY PROJECT: CAKE DECORATING WITHOUT TIPS (see also CAKE DECORATING)
Perishable exhibits, including cakes, may be discarded before end of Fair if condition deteriorates.
Level 1 (grades 3-5) Level 2 (grades 6-8) Level 3 (grades 9-12)
Description:
In this project, members get creative using candies, coconut, edible paper material, etc. and common kitchen utensils to decorate cakes.
Pastry bags, tips, etc. cannot be used.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
1. Exhibit should be a cake, a cake form, a group of cupcakes, or a mold pan or gingerbread house which is decorated using common kitchen
utensils, candies, coconut, edible paper material, etc.
2. Pastry bags, tips, baggies, parchment bags, paper cones, etc., should not be used as decorating equipment.
3. Exhibit may be more than one cake mix. Creativity and difficulty should increase each year.
4. Any decoration that resembles the effect of any cake decorating tip will not be eligible for an Honor ribbon.
5. Cake should not be larger than 25”x30” and the board should not be larger than 28” x 33”. All cakes should be on a board thick enough to
support the cake. The board is to be 2-4” larger than the cake. Boards should be covered neatly and well taped underneath. The cake
board should match or be approximate shape of the finished cake, i.e. round cakes on round cake boards.
6. A cake separator can also be used. Cake should not be exhibited in the cake pan.
7. Exhibit should include a short description on an index card of how 4-H member decorated the cake.
COUNTY PROJECT: COLLECTIONS
Level 1 (grades 3-5) Level 2 (grades 6-8) Level 3 (grades 9-12)
Description:
Collecting can be a fun and educational hobby! In this 4-H project, members keep records of their collection and choose three pieces to exhibit.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
1. Exhibits three pieces of the collection and a 3-ring binder notebook. It is expected that the pieces shown will be different each year.
2. Protected exhibit space is limited. If collection is valuable, pieces may be taken home but the notebook must remain for display.
4. Notebook (3-ring binder) recommendations: a story and pictures and a "collection record." Add new information about new pieces to front of
the notebook each year to show the growth of collection. Pictures should have important information below each photo - name or description of
article, date of purchase, approximate cost or value, and location of purchase or find.
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COUNTY PROJECT: CONSUMER MEATS
Level 1 (grades 3-5) Level 2 (grades 6-8) Level 3 (grades 9-12)
Description:
The 4-H Consumer Meats project teaches members about nutrition, different cuts of meat, and how to cook.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
Member may enter one exhibit per species (maximum four entries), but they will be judged together in each level.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
1. Member may enter one exhibit per species (beef, lamb, pork, poultry, goat, and/or rabbit) for a maximum of six entries per member.
2. Create an educational poster, notebook, file box, or display about any consumer meat topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
3. Ideas might include attending a workshop and reporting what was learned, visiting a butcher shop and reporting what was learned, making a
file box or notebook of recipes (minimum 10 per year).
4. If recipes are exhibited, the previous year’s recipes should be included with a divider indicating what is this year’s work.
5. A poster may be made showing wholesale cuts of meat, nutritional value of different cuts of meat, cost of cuts of meat, what affects costs of
meat, or anything else that the member learned that year.
COUNTY PROJECT: EXPLORING THROUGH BOOKS & MOVIES
Level 1 (grades 3-5) Level 2 (grades 6-8) Level 3 (grades 9-12)
Description:
Read any good books lately? What's your favorite movie? In this project, members read books and/or watch movies and create posters or
dioramas.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
1. Members may enter up to four exhibits (book poster, book diorama, movie poster, movie diorama). Book and movie exhibits will be judged
separately.
2. Poster option: Exhibit a poster about a favorite book or movie (may be a specific book/movie in a series, but should not be the entire series
of books/movies) including a summary. Summary should be legible, no larger than 8.5x11” and attached to the front of the poster. Include
name of author/director. Summary may include your favorite part or short description of character, plot, etc. Posters are to be 22”x28” and
displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. should be left in the lower right
hand corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
3. Diorama option: Assemble a miniature structure from your favorite scene of the book or movie. Summary should be legible, no larger than
8.5x 11” and attached to exhibit in a plastic sleeve outside the display. Include name of author/director. Summary may include your favorite
part or short description of character, plot, etc. Cover the display securely. No perishables or food allowed.
4. Members are encouraged to read and watch additional books and movies and to explore different genres, fiction/non-fiction, etc. Members
are also encouraged to participate in discussion groups, book clubs, etc. and to give reviews of books and movies. These experiences
should be documented on the back of the poster/diorama.
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COUNTY PROJECT: HISTORY FOR FUN
Level 1 (grades 3-5) Level 2 (grades 6-8) Level 3 (grades 9-12)
Description:
In the 4-H History for Fun project, members choose an interesting historical topic to explore.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
1. Create an educational poster, notebook, diorama, or other display about a historical topic of your choice.
2. Work should be your original work. Schoolwork can be used. Do not submit a paper with a grade; rework the paper.
3. Attached to the back of the display should be a written description (no longer than one page) of your experience working on your project and
your reasons for choosing this topic. If you make something, document your progress with pictures.
4. Project ideas:
- Read historical books for a report/research paper.
- Be a historical interpreter (a character who dresses and speaks the part of the historical era) and summarize.
- Career Development: speak with a teacher, history professor, tour a college history department, or other.
- Develop a tool to be used to teach history, such as a flip chart, time line with people and events, etc.
- Sew a historical costume.
- Cooking, making tools.
COUNTY PROJECT: JUNTOS 4-H
Juntos (“Together”) 4-H focuses on improving the school experience for students and their families, raising graduation rates and providing
more opportunities for secondary education. The program includes family engagement workshops, an in-school 4-H club, and individual
success coaching. Although designed with Latinx families in mind, the program welcomes students from all backgrounds. Juntos 4-H is
currently being offered at River Forest High School.
COUNTY PROJECT: MUSIC
Beginner (grades 3-5) Intermediate (grades 6-8) Advanced (grades 9-12)
Description:
4-H Music project members may choose performance categories (vocal, piano, instrument other than piano) and/or present an educational
poster.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
A Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected for each level in each category. Music performances are generally scheduled in the
spring (see newsletter and online calendar for registration details).
Music Performance
1. Members may choose to perform one or more than one category (vocal, piano, and instrument other than piano).
2. Solos only are to be performed. Instrumental solos are to be performed on one instrument.
3. Performance pieces are the choice of the 4-H member.
4. Pre-registration is required. Notification will be sent with scheduled performance time(s), which are subject to change at the discretion of the
superintendent. Call superintendent if notice is not received.
5. Performers are advised to check in at least one half hour before scheduled performance time. A record sheet for each performance is
required at time of check-in.
6. Please dress appropriately for a recital (i.e. no flip-flops, shorts, t-shirts, or revealing outfits).
7. Participants should submit a copy of the performance music for the judge. Vocalists may submit words only if printed music is not available.
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Number the measures on your music for the judge.
8. Accompaniment may be taped or live. Music only, no performing voice (you may not sing with another singer). Accompanist will not be
judged. Member should be prepared to cue own music. A tape/CD player will be provided.
9. It is suggested the composition fit these time guidelines: Grades 3-5, approximately one minute; Grades 6-8, approximately two minutes;
Grades 9-12, approximately three minutes. Performances exceeding time recommendations may be stopped by the judge.
Music Poster
1. 4-H member may submit one poster. Posters must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or included as part of the
display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed. Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed
horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
2. Topics may include history of a musical instrument, music theory, a biography of a composer, or other information that demonstrates an
understanding of music, instruments, or musical concepts.
COUNTY PROJECT: PLANTERS
Description:
Youth will learn about plant growth, soil nutrition, and management of insects and diseases related to fresh vegetable and herb production.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common name, Latin name, and variety.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Herb Combination (one exhibits per member): Exhibit a pot containing 3-5 herb plants.
Garden Combination (one exhibit per member): Exhibit a pot containing 3-5 vegetable, herb, fruit, and/or flower plants. Include at least one
vegetable or fruit plant.
Individual Vegetable Plant (one exhibit per member): Exhibit a pot containing a single vegetable or fruit plant (single herb plants are
entered in the state Garden project).
COUNTY PROJECT: SPORTS
Level 1 Beginner (grades 3-5) Level 2 Intermediate (grades 6-8) Level 3 Advanced (grades 9-12)
Description:
Sports project members explore a sport (history, famous athletes, equipment, rules, etc.) and share what they have learned in poster.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
1. Exhibit a poster, notebook, or display about a sport-related topic.
2. Suggested topics include the equipment needed for a specific sport, the invention/history of the sport, the rules for playing, a famous person
in the sport, your personal experience participating in the sport, etc.
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COUNTY PROJECT: TABLESETTING
Level 1 Beginner (grades 3-5) Level 2 Intermediate (grades 6-8) Level 3 Advanced (grades 9-12)
Description:
The 4-H Tablesetting project combines creativity and hospitality as members design tablesettings for special occasions.
State Fair Entries: none
Exhibit Guidelines:
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
1. Record at least eight table setting occasions during the year on your record sheet.
2. The exhibit display allows the member to arrange a table setting for one person. Display is to be made with supplies from home.
Expensive china, silver, etc. should be replaced with inexpensive items after judging. Pictures of the original items may be displayed with
exhibit.
3. The maximum space available for each setting is 24”x18” on a hard display board surface. If a tablecloth is to be used, place setting should
be on proper color display board or have tablecloth wrapped on display board surface.
4. The party favor is to be made by the member and should be included in the space allowed. It may be made of such items as fresh, artificial,
dried and/or paper materials. The favor is not a prop; it is an item for your guest to take with them.
5. No fireworks or centerpieces are allowed.
6. A menu on an index card is recommended. Menu should include theme of meal, an appetizer, entrée, dessert, and beverage(s). Food
should be appropriate to theme and age appropriate for attendees (e.g. child’s birthday party).
7. Only member and superintendent are allowed at the table at set-up/judging. Set-up will be done before judge, unless the member is not
staying (then they will set-up in front of the superintendent). One day will be set aside for early check-in for this project. See superintendent.
DAIRY
Record Sheet required at Fair Check-In (if not exhibiting live animals, project manuals are required for completion and must be turned into
Extension Office by July 1).
1. Animals must be identified by the 4-H member in 4-HOnline by the state Animal ID date (May 15). Exhibit classes must be entered in
FairEntry and exhibitors must complete Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for the Quality Care for Animals (YQCA) by July 1. See
Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility.
2. All Dairy educational options are due at Dairy Check-in. See Livestock General Rules for more information.
3. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded for the best two Junior and best two Senior animals in each breed. 1-5 placings will be
awarded in each class.
4. All dairy animals must comply with the regulations of the Indiana State Livestock Sanitary Board.
5. All livestock superintendents are responsible for checking registration papers.
6. Dairy animals may be any one of the following breeds: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey or Milking Shorthorn. It is
preferable that dairy heifers be registered and from high-producing dams, but is not required.
7. For the safety of the 4-H members, horns will not be permitted.
8. If a dry cow entered in a dry cow class freshens before judging, cow will be exhibited in the cow class.
9. If a dairy member is unable to show his/her own animal, a substitute dairy showman must be approved by the superintendent by 5:00 pm on
the day preceding the show. Requests will only be granted for medical emergencies, conflicts with showing other animals, or desperate
circumstances deemed unavoidable by the superintendent. Only dairy members are eligible as substitute showmen.
10. During Dairy Check-in one parent should be ready to check in animals as soon as all animals and supplies have been unloaded into the
Dairy Barn. Registration papers, vet papers and educational options are due at check-in before 8:00 pm. CVI for out-of-state animals (valid
for 30 days) is required by BOAH and USDA. A registration certificate (no photocopies, carbons, or fax copies except a fax directly from the
national breed association to the Lake County Fair 4-H Office) must be presented at check-in. Copies are permitted to stay during the fair.
11. Exhibitors in the 4-H Dairy Project may choose (1) to show a dairy animal, (2) to prepare an educational exhibit depicting some aspect of
the dairy project, or (3) prepare and deliver an action demonstration during the Fair to complete the project.
12. Animals will be grouped into three groups according to quality and all awarded an A, B, or C.
13. Dairy Barn Good Neighbor Award - Levels 1, 2, and 3. All dairy members may vote once for their own level. Attendance and participation at
county workshops will be considered. Cooperation with other dairy members, parents and superintendents, displays of courtesy to fairgoers,
neatness of stall areas, and assistance with upkeep of barn areas will all be considered. Votes will be tallied and the superintendent will cast
the final vote.
14. During Champion class, exhibitor is expected to utilize 4-H Dairy members.
15. Master Showmanship - All Dairy members who win Senior Showmanship in the current year, may compete in Master Showmanship in the
current year.
16. All animals shown in classes 20-23 must have been exhibited in their respective age class. A 4-Her may not show more than one animal in
each of the age group classes (classes 1-16). 4-H members may not enroll both leased and owned dairy animals.
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17. Check-out time is 3:00 PM on the final day of the fair. Milking cows may be released early Sunday morning. If so, they must be off the
fairgrounds prior to 10:00 AM to minimize disruption. No other animals, including other dairy animals, are allowed to check out early.
18. Group classes will be limited to one entry per farm exhibiting.
19. Project Manuals will be an optional class. Members must complete 3 activities and submit to the Extension Office by July 1.
Dairy Show Holstein Brown Swiss
Guernsey Ayreshire
Jersey Milking Shorthorn
Class 1 Spring Heifer Calf Mar 1 to Apr 30, 2023
Class 2 Winter Heifer Calf Dec 1, 2022 to Feb 28, 2023
Class 3 Fall Heifer Calf Sep 1 to Nov 30, 2022
Class 4 Summer Yearling Heifer June 1 to Aug 31, 2022
Class 5 Spring Yearling Heifer Mar 1 to May 31, 2022
Class 6 Winter Yearling Heifer Dec 1, 2021 to Feb 28, 2022
Class 7 Fall Yearling Heifer Sept 1 to Nov 30, 2021
Class 8 Jr. Champion Holstein
Class 9 Jr. Champion All Other Breeds
Class 10 Junior 2 Year Old Cow Mar 1 to Aug 31, 2021
Class 11 Senior 2 Year Old Cow Sept 1, 2020 to Feb 28, 2021
Class 12 Junior 3 Year Old Cow Mar 1 to Aug 31, 2020
Class 13 Senior 3 Year Old Cow Sept 1, 2019 to Feb 28, 2020
Class 14 4 Year Old Cow Sept 1, 20018 to Aug 31, 2019
Class 15 Aged Cow Born Prior to Aug 31, 2018
Class 16 Dry Cow
Class 17 Senior Champion Holstein
Class 18 Senior Champion All Other Breeds
Class 19 Get of Sire (2 or 3 offspring from same father)
Class 20 Best Udder
Class 21 Senior Three Best Females
Class 22 Produce of Dam (2 or 3 offspring from same mother)
Class 23 Daughter/Dam (daughter and her mother)
Best Dairy Record Book
Dairy Steer
1. All Dairy Market and Feeder Steers to be exhibited must be listed on the Livestock Entry Form due July 1.
2. Dairy Market Steers must be ear tagged and retinal scanned and or nose printed at county identification date.
3. No showsticks, blocking of animal or balling of tails will be allowed. All steers must be shown in a dairy halter; no beef halters allowed.
4. Exhibitors are to dress neatly in a collared, button shirt, black or blue jeans and sturdy shoes. No sneakers.
5. All steers must be dehorned and show no evidence of testicular tissue. Freshly castrated steers will not be allowed to show (same as State
Fair catalog)
6. Each exhibitor may have two entries in the feeder class class and two entries in the Market class.
7. All dairy steer entries must be of a recognized dairy breed. No crossbred animals will be allowed.
8. All steers must be halter broke. If an animal becomes too unruly, it will be the judge’s decision to ask the 4-H member to leave with the
animal. In this instance the steer will be ineligible for Champion Awards and will receive a participation ribbon. It will also be ineligible to be
sold through the 4-H Livestock Auction.
9. Substitute Showman rules are the same as they are for the 4-H Dairy Cattle show. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded in
both Feeder and Market Classes.
10. Dairy Steers will be shown at the 4-H Dairy Show.
11. Dairy Cattle & Dairy Steer Educational Options may include the following and are due at Dairy animal check-in.
Class 1 - Feeder Class Calved Dec 1, 2023 to May 15, 2024
Class 2 - Market Class Calved after Dec 1, 2022
Promotional Piece: Promotional piece advertising one dairy product. Promotional piece may be a 22x14" poster displayed vertically suitable for
a newspaper/magazine advertisement, a 10x22" poster suitable for outdoor advertising (billboard), a 15-30 second radio spot on audiotape, a
15-30 second television spot on VHS format video tape, or a web page. Topics of the promotion piece must be original ideas. Do not use Dairy
Council or other commercially prepared materials. Please be sure poster exhibits have a stiff cardboard backing and are covered with clear
plastic for exhibit.
Dairy Science Display: Develop an idea and build it into an attractive display, as well as learn the technical aspect of some part of the dairy
industry. Total display must occupy a space no larger than 30"deep x 48"wide x 72"high. Visual aids must be included, e.g. posters, charts,
diagrams, models, pictures, etc. 4-H members are not limited to these, but are encouraged to be creative.
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Dairy Educational Poster, Display or Diorama: Posters must meet poster requirements and should cover topics given in the activity guide, or
relate to one of the activities in the activity guide. Must be turned into dairy dept Monday August 7 4-8PM
DOG
Manual (printed) required. Complete three activities.
1. Animals must be identified by the 4-H member in 4-HOnline by the state Animal ID date (May 15). Exhibit classes must be entered in
FairEntry by July 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility. All Dog educational options are due at Dog Check-
in. See Livestock General Rules for more information.
2. Exhibitors in the 4-H Dog project may choose one or all of the following options to complete: 1) train a dog through the 4-H dog obedience
classes and show that dog in the 4-H Dog Show, 2) exhibit a dog poster with information pertinent to the dog project, or 3) present an action
demonstration at the dog poster judging. Options #2 and #3 are due in the 4-H Building on judging day (see schedule).
3. Refer to the current year’s 4-H Dog Project outline for specific details about the Dog Show, project requirements and policies.
4. Obedience training levels are determined by the level of experience: 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B, Veterans (see the 4-H
Dog Project outline for specific details).
5. Showmanship levels are determined by the member’s grade level in the current 4-H year: Junior (grades 3-5), Intermediate (grades 6-8),
Senior (grades 9-12) and Master (current years’ winners from Junior, Intermediate and Senior).
6. Rally levels are determined by the level of experience: Novice, Advanced, and Excellent. The rules are adapted from AKC Rally rules.
7. The Top Dog Award will be presented to the 4-H member with the highest number of total points who has participated in all activities:
Manual (100 points possible), Poster (100 points possible), Dog Show/Obedience (200 points possible), Dog Show/Showmanship (200
points possible), Dog Show/Rally (100 points possible). Total maximum points=700. No premiums paid for this award.
8. Poster exhibits must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-
H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It
is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part
of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.
Dog Show- Obedience and Showmanship
1. Manuals must be turned in to the Extension Office by July 1.
2. 4-H members may show in any or all of the following: Obedience, Showmanship, Rally, and Costume. 4-H members must participate in the
dog obedience classes to participate in the Obedience, Showmanship, Rally, or Costume classes.
3. Dogs must be owned or leased by March 1st and must be six months old by the first obedience class. There is no maximum age.
4. A current Dog Vaccination form is due to the superintendent by the first dog obedience class. After the first class, dogs without a vaccination
form will not participate until the form is received.
5. A 4-H dog may not be exhibited or trained if showing symptoms of any communicable disease.
6. Dogs with previous obedience training will be placed in a level of obedience training at the discretion of the trainers.
7. Female dogs in season may not participate in training session or at the fair during the heat period.
8. Wolf-Hybrid dogs cannot be shown in the 4-H Dog Program.
9. Any 4-H member wishing to participate in the 4-H Dog Show at the State Fair should contact the superintendent for exhibit information.
10. Proper attire is required and determined by the temperature on the day of the Dog Show (no blue jeans, t-shirts, or high heels/open toe
shoes). Girls: shirt/blouse, cropped pants/knee length shorts. Boys: shirt, khaki pants/knee length shorts. (See 4-H Dress Code.)
11. Champion and Reserve Champion awards will be given in each level.
Costume Contest
1. 4-H members may choose their own costume theme and will participate as one class.
2. Judging is based on creativity of dog and 4-H member together with safety and comfort of animal taken into consideration.
3. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded. No premiums are paid.
ELECTRIC
Description:
The 4-H electricity and electronics program provides youth with educational information about electricity and how it can be used to benefit the
human race.
State Fair Entries:
5 electric exhibits per county, one per level. 1 electronic exhibit per county, level 5
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
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Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Youth are encouraged to complete the activities as instructed in the manual or found on the 4-H electric web page.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Electric Level 1 (1
st
year in Electric)
Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must demonstrate a minimum of
five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”.
A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will
not be returned to the exhibitor.
Exhibit Suggestions:
• Circuit board – 6” by 6” of Series/Parallel Circuit
• Electromagnet
• Galvanometer
• Poster board (22” by 28”)
• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)
• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Electricity Excitement
Book 1 or Investigating Electricity Book 2, Purdue Extension website Level 1 activities/project sheets, or
from the appropriate level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824,
to determine expected items to be included.
Electric Level 2 (2
nd
year in Electric)
Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must demonstrate a minimum of
five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”.
A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will
not be returned to the exhibitor.
Exhibit Suggestions:
• Magnetic Powered Shake Flashlight – with optional display
• Circuit board – 6” by 6” of Series/Parallel Circuit (with modifications if exhibited in Level 1)
• Electromagnet
• Galvanometer
• Electric Motor
• Poster board (22” by 28”)
• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)
• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Electricity Excitement
Book 1 or Investigating Electricity Book 2, Purdue Extension website Level 2 activities/project sheets, or
from the appropriate level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824,
to determine expected items to be included.
Electric Level 3 (3
rd
year in Electric)
Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must demonstrate a minimum of
five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”.
A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will
not be returned to the exhibitor.
Exhibit Suggestions:
• Wiring Project – (ie. extension cord, trouble light, wire sizes and uses, plug configurations, test equipment,
etc.)
• Electrical tool and supply kit
• Poster board (22” by 28”)
• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)
• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Wired for Power Book
3, Purdue Extension website Level 3 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills &
Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to determine expected items to be
included.
Electric Level 4 (4
th
year in Electric)
Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must demonstrate a minimum of
five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”.
A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will
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not be returned to the exhibitor.
Exhibit Suggestions:
• Wiring – Wire a lamp. The lamp can be a re-wired lamp or one that is built new.
• Electrical tool and supply kit
• Poster board (22” by 28”)
• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)
• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Wired for Power Book
3, Purdue Extension website Level 4 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills &
Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to determine expected items to be
included.
Electric Level 5 (5
th
year or more in Electric)
Exhibit one article of choice, displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year that demonstrates a minimum of
five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”.
A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will
not be returned to the exhibitor.
Exhibit Suggestions:
• Equipment Wiring – including but not limited to: parts identification, appliance repair, lamps and other
lighting, equipment wiring, control system, security system, topic that covers safety, motors/generators,
electric heating, heat pumps, AC, water heaters, and other electric equipment.
• Home Wiring – included by not limited to any circuits found in the wiring of a house or “barn”, service
entrance, switching, receptacles, generator transfer circuit, safety, electrical math, and others.
• Electronic Equipment – Any project or kit containing transistors or integrated circuits or vacuum tubes such
as radio, TV, computer, robot, cell phone, and others.
• Poster board (22” by 28”)
• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)
• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Entering Electronics,
Purdue Extension website Level 5 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills &
Knowledge Chart. Refer to the Written Report Scorecard, 4-H 824, to determine expected items to be
included.
• Video Presentation Create a video showing the work accomplished and skills learned. This video should
include the same type of information as required in written notebook listed above. This video is to be no
more than ten minutes in length and formatted as MP4 and submitted on a thumb drive. This video can also
be uploaded to a YouTube account with the video being made public and the link submitted for evaluation.
ENTOMOLOGY
Description:
This project will help you study insects and their relationship with people. You can also learn how to collect, preserve, and identify insects.
State Fair Entries:
3 collection exhibits per county, one per level. 3 educational exhibits per county, one per level.
Educational Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Collection Exhibit Guidelines:
Collections are to include the following:
• Title as Insect Collection year in Entomology
• Order – refer to ID-401, page 57.
• Display – mounted insects are to have been legally and personally collected in the United States and displayed in an 18”x24”
collection box displayed horizontally. Collections including multiple boxes are to be numbered 1 of 3, etc. ID 401 A-F cards (for
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Beginner and Intermediate) and 401-I cards (for Advanced) are to be placed
inside the display box in an attractive manner.
• Identification – Collection display boxes are expected to contain the specified number of insects, families, and
orders specified (see chart below). All insects must be in the adult stage and be properly mounted on insect pins or be contained in
vials as directed.
• Pin Labels - Each pin or vial must contain two labels:
1) Top label is to include collection date, location, and collector name.
2) Bottom label is to include common name and other optional identification data.
• Box Labels – Box labels (computer generated or neatly printed) are used for orders and families as required (see chart below)
and are to be placed flat against the bottom of the box. Insects must be properly grouped directly under the correct order and
family label. For example, all insects belonging to a particular order must be placed under that order label. Orders to be used
are listed in the reference book ID- 401. If family level identification is required, the insects should be further grouped together
under the correct family label.
• Educational Box – One additional box (educational), based on the specific theme (see chart below), is required for years 7-10, in
addition to the insect collection boxes. This box can be created in any manner chosen (without the mounting, pinning or
identifying restrictions specified above).
Judges evaluating collection exhibits should judge based on educational content, scientific accuracy, eye appeal and creativity.
Monarch Butterfly Statement:
Q: Many have noticed the decrease in number of Monarch butterflies both in Indiana and throughout the country and wonder if and how
Entomology at Purdue is responding. Are 4-H and youth still required to catch these endangered insects for their collection boxes?
A: Monarch butterflies are now officially on the threatened species list. While we know that collecting Monarch butterflies for 4-H collections or
displays does not constitute a significant risk to their population when compared to the effects of climate change, pesticide contamination and
habitat loss, capitalizing on this opportunity to discuss their decline is an excellent way to bring public focus to this important issue. We want
our youth (and all IN citizens) to recognize the Monarch butterfly, understand its biology and be empathetic to its conservation.
Therefore, we have instituted the following update to our youth and 4H Entomology programs. Effective immediately, we no longer encourage
students to ‘collect’ Monarch butterflies for exhibits, displays or 4-H insect collections. But, rather than simply removing the Monarch butterfly
from the list of 150 insects that 4-H students are to recognize, we want to highlight it so that students really do learn to recognize them and
understand their peril. After all, the more we are familiar with this species, the more apt we will be to assist and support the conservation of this
iconic species.
Link to a recent article from our Department pertaining to Monarch butterflies (https://www.purduelandscapereport.org/article/where-have-all-
the-monarch-butterflies-gone/)
Spotted Lanternfly Statement
Q: Are there any new changes to rules or directions for the 4H or FFA youth projects or competitions that students and coaches should look
for?
A: To keep the youth Career Development (CDE judging) and 4-H collection projects current, it is important to occasionally add new insects to
the list. Due to the invasion of a serious new insect pest throughout the Midwest called the Spotted Lanternfly, we have added it to the list of
insects found in the “How to Make an Awesome insect Collection and (ID-401) and Who Let the Bugs Out (ID-402) extension resources.
Please be aware that students are now expected to identify and understand its biology and behavior as well as its potential impact in
Agriculture.
Indiana 4-H Youth Development partners with Purdue University academic departments to develop 4-H project guidelines. The Monarch
butterfly and Spotted Lanternfly statements are provided by Dr. Timothy J. Gibb, Department of Entomology.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (1
st
-3
rd
Year in Entomology)
Create a collection based on the year in Entomology or an educational exhibit.
Year in
Entomology
Collection Information
Total
Boxes
1
st
year
10 insects, identified and pinned on cards (ID 401A)
1
2
nd
year
20 insects, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name and identify five (5) to order. Include
card ID 401B.
1
3
rd
year
30 insects, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name and identify 15 to order. Include ID
401C.
1
Intermediate (4
th
-6
th
Year in Entomology)
Create a collection based on the year in Entomology or an educational exhibit.
Year in
Entomology
Collection Information
Total
Boxes
4
th
year
40 insects, exhibit a minimum of 6 orders, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name and
2
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order. Include ID 401D.
5
th
year
50 insects, exhibit a minimum of 8 orders, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name and
order. Identify ten (10) to family. Include card ID 401E.
2
6
th
year
60 insects, exhibit a minimum of 10 orders, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name and
order. Identify 30 to family. Include card ID 401F.
2
Advanced (7
th
-10
th
Year in Entomology)
Create a collection based on the year in Entomology or an educational exhibit. Advanced level insect collections are to also include an
education box, for a total of four boxes. Advanced level youth may instead create an independent study topic of choice.
Year in
Entomology
Collection Information
Total
Boxes
7
th
year
70 insects, exhibit a minimum of 12 orders, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name,
order, and family. One educational box, theme: insect behavior. Include card ID 401I. (1-3 collection boxes
plus 1 educational box*). Place ID 401I in first collection box only.
Card ID 401I download
3
8
th
year
80 insects, exhibit a minimum of 14 orders, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name,
order, and family. One educational box, theme: insect pest management. Include card ID 401I. (1-3
collection boxes plus 1 educational box*). Place ID 401I in first collection box only.
Card ID 401I download
3
9
th
year
90 insects, exhibit a minimum of 16 orders, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name,
order, and family. One educational box, theme: insects in the environment. Include card ID 401I. (1-3
collection boxes plus 1 educational box*). Place ID 401I in first collection box only.
Card ID 401I download
3
10
th
year
100 insects, exhibit a minimum of 18 orders, mounted (pins or vials). Identify all insects by common name,
order, and family. One educational box, theme: benefits of insects. Include card ID 401I. (1-3 collection boxes
plus 1 educational box*). Place ID 401I in first collection box only.
Card ID 401I download
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FINE ARTS
Description:
Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing creativity through painting and drawing.
State Fair Entries:
2 entries per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A. This information card is to describe work completed so the
judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.
Oil, charcoal, pastels, pencil, ink, acrylic, watercolor or similar artistic work can be displayed on canvas, canvas board, or paper. All work must
be framed as a picture and prepared for hanging. Canvas art on a wooden frame is considered prepared for hanging provided that frame has a
hanger.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.
FLORICULTURE
Description:
Youth will learn basic information and skills needed to grow healthy plants and flowers as well as floral design techniques.
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State Fair Entries:
8 floral exhibits per county, 2 per level
4 educational exhibits per county, 1 per level
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Floral arrangements can be constructed using fresh flowers and greenery grown yourself or purchased, flowers and greenery dried yourself or
purchased, or artificial flowers or greenery.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)
Floral Option - Create a simple bud vase (1-3 stems of main flower plus appropriate filler and/or greenery) or simple round arrangement (small,
compact round cluster of flowers plus appropriate filler and/or greenery).
Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:
1. Chronicle your work in your flower garden (planning, planting, care, harvest, arrangement made with your flowers)
2. Describe how you planned or designed your garden, including how you chose the kinds of flowers.
3. Explain how you harvested your flowers, cared for them, and used them in an arrangement.
4. Explore and explain: pollination - what it is, why important, different ways it occurs or transplanting - what, how, things to watch out
for; or role of insects with flowers (good, bad or both).
5. Explore and explain seed germination.
6. Explore and explain how to care for a 'sick' plant.
7. Report on interview with a floriculture professional (what do they do, types of jobs, type of training, hours worked, etc.)
8. Describe an experiment you did and the results.
9. Describe a community service project you did related to your flowers project.
10. Another similar activity.
Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)
Floral Option – Create a mixed planter that includes 3 or more kinds of plants, make an item from dried plants, or display a house plant
(flowering or non-flowering) you’ve grown.
Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:
1. Report how you harvested your flowers and/or herbs, cared for them, dried them, and used them.
2. Explore and explain: insects and your flowers and/or herbs.
3. Explore and explain: starting seeds indoors -- the process and pros and cons.
4. Explore and explain: perennials -- what are they, how are they used, benefits or drawbacks.
5. Investigate and describe a butterfly garden -- what types of plants, benefits to insects and butterflies, etc.
6. Describe how you planned or designed your garden, including how you chose the kinds of plants, any problems, successes.
7. Describe your houseplant - how you cared for, transplanted to larger pot, any problems, or successes.
8. Explore and explain: plant biology -- form and function, growth, photosynthesis, etc.
9. Explore and explain: how to grow plants indoors -- things to consider, common problems and solutions.
10. Explore and explain: environmental effects related to plants (such as light, water, soil, or temperature).
11. Describe an experiment you did and the results.
12. Explore and explain topics from "Imagine That" -- plants around the world, information about different cultural uses of plants, different
ways you used your plants/herbs/flowers.
13. Another similar activity.
Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)
Floral Option – Create a terrarium, combination or European planter (3 or more kinds of plants), corsage, boutonniere, or specialty
arrangement in a container (using dried flowers, roses, or lilies as the primary content).
Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:
1. Explore and explain: vegetative propagation -- how to, different types, problems and solutions, different uses of.
2. Explore and explain: plant nutrients -- what are they, why does the plant need them, what happens if the plant has too much or too
little, planters or containers vs. garden.
3. Investigate the design of multiple plant containers -- how to, things to considers, selecting plant materials, uses of.
4. Describe how you created your corsage or boutonnieres; or dried arrangement. Be sure to include appropriate information on design
principles and how they are used to create your arrangement.
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5. Explore and explain: floral tools and materials (how to use, what they are, care of tools, different uses of a tool or material).
6. Explore and explain: preserving cut flowers -- how, problems, uses of and/or diseases related to cut flowers.
7. Illustrate, explore and explain how you dry flowers or other plant materials and/or describe different methods and/or how, why use
them.
8. Explore and explain: medicinal uses and toxicity of fresh and dried flowers and plants.
9. Describe an experiment you did and the results.
10. Describe a career exploration activity you did, such as job shadow, interview with a professional.
11. Describe a community service activity you did related to your flowers project -- what you did, why, results, etc.
12. Another similar activity.
Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)
Floral Option – Create a seasonal arrangement, modern or contemporary arrangement, bridal bouquet, special occasion centerpiece, or plant
you have propagated and grown yourself.
Educational Display Option – Create a poster, notebook or display about one of the following:
1. Describe how you created your arrangement, include information on the design principles utilized.
2. Explore and explain how you utilize different flowers to make a similar style arrangement for different seasons (tulips in spring, mums
in fall, etc.) or how to utilize similar flowers to make different styles of arrangements.
3. Explore and explain: the cost of arrangement and/or a cost comparison with flowers (different types flowers, different time year, etc.).
4. Explore and explain: forcing flowers (bulbs, branches, etc.).
5. Explore and explain: marketing in the floral industry (large or small business) and/ or a market survey and results, and how they can
benefit the floral industry.
6. Explore and explain: how to start a business related to the floral industry and may include a business plan.
7. Explore and explain the origins of flowers and/or the floriculture industry around the world.
8. Explore and explain: tissue culture, biotechnology, or traditional breeding of new flower types -- what are they, how are they used,
pros and cons.
9. Explore and explain: be a plant detective -- what kinds of problems might you have in growing and caring for flowers, and how to
solve.
10. Describe an experiment you did and the results.
11. Describe a community service activity you did related to your flowers project: how, why, results.
12. Another similar activity.
FOODS
Foods, Baked
Description:
The foods project teaches basic baking, preservation and nutrition education skills.
State Fair Entries:
2 Level A entries per county. 2 Level B entries per county. 3 Level C entries per county. 3 Level D entries per county.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (revised 10/2020):
For Food Competitions: Fillings, frostings, glazes, and meringues are not permitted to contain cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, or
whipped cream if they are not fully cooked/baked. These items are allowed as ingredients in food products IF the final product is
cooked/baked. Additionally, raw milk, raw milk products or uncooked eggs/egg whites are not permitted. Eggs/egg whites that have been
cooked to 160oF (i.e. pasteurized or included as part of a batter and baked) are acceptable. No home- canned fruits, vegetables, or meats are
permitted as ingredients in food products.
Foods should be transported to the competition in a way that minimizes contamination and maintains the quality of the food (i.e. foods that are
judged as frozen should remain frozen at all times).
Recipes must be provided that identifies all ingredients that were used in each part of the product. Any ingredient that could be a potential
allergen must be clearly identified. Potential food allergens include, but are not limited to, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, crustacean
shellfish, wheat, soy and sesame. Each food product must be labeled with the following information:
• Name
• Address (4-H member information can be taken from enrollment if needed)
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• Contact information (phone and/or email address; 4-H member information can be taken from enrollment if needed)
• Date the food product was made
Contestants should carefully wash their hands and make sure that their hands do not have any open cuts before preparing foods. If cuts are
present, the wound should be bandaged and a single use food service glove worn on the hand during all stages of food production.
Contestants should not be preparing food exhibits for competition within 48 hours of recovering from any illness. People experiencing
symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and/or jaundice should not be allowed to prepare food.
Judges and individuals who will consume products from county and/or state competitions should be informed that they are at risk for foodborne
illness since the established policy cannot guarantee that an entry has been properly prepared or handled before, during or following the
competition. The food products for competitions are home produced and processed and the production area is not inspected by the Indiana
Department of Health. Tasting of a food product is solely at the discretion of the judge and consumers. Judges are NOT to taste any home
preserved foods such as low-acid or acidified foods like green beans, tomatoes or tomato products, jams/jellies/fruit preserves or fermented
products produced in the home.
Baked food products may be from a boxed mix following the instructions, a boxed mix with added ingredients, or ingredients combined from
scratch. Youth are to place their name, county and club on the bottom side of their plate, pan or other container and the official entry tag
provided will be placed with the exhibit.
A completed recipe card is to be submitted with each exhibit. Recipe cards are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the
exhibitor. Laminating, wrapping the recipe card in plastic, or placing it in a clear plastic bag is optional. Since it is illegal in the State of Indiana
for youth under the age of 21 to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages, 4-H members are to use recipes that do not include an alcoholic
beverage as an ingredient. A suitable non-alcoholic or imitation product may be substituted.
Baked food products should be covered during transport and displayed on a paper or foam plate, or another type of disposable container. Pies,
casseroles and other similar items are to be baked in a disposable pan. Cakes and sticky items may be displayed on a cardboard strong
enough to support the item and covered in foil, plastic, wax paper, or similar substance.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Perishable baked exhibits entered for state fair competition will not be displayed and instead will be donated to a central Indiana homeless
shelter.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)
Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different option
each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not
displayed.
• Three uniced snack sized cookies.
• Three standard sized unlined muffins.
• Three standard sized unlined muffins containing an ingredient that is a source of Vitamin A or C.
• Three snack sized granola bars.
• Three snack sized brownies or blondies.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
• Any other similar baked item.
Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)
Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different option
each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not
displayed.
• A single layer cake without frosting.
• A single layer reduced-fat cake without frosting. Reduce the amount of fat in the recipe by using a fruit puree or baby food fruit
product that does not contain yogurt.
• A standard loaf-sized quick bread.
• A standard loaf-sized quick bread containing an ingredient that is a source of Vitamin A or C.
• A coffee-cake.
• A coffee-cake containing an ingredient that is a source of Vitamin A or C.
• Three biscuits or scones that are plain, sweet or savory.
• Three biscuits or scones that are plain, sweet or savory using a whole grain flour mixture.
• Three biscuits or scones that are plain, sweet or savory containing an ingredient that is a source of Vitamin A or C.
• Three no-yeast, any shape pretzels (shaped, stick or nugget).
• Three no-yeast, any shape pretzel with a whole grain flour mixture (shaped, stick or nugget).
• Three no-yeast breadsticks.
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• Three no-yeast cinnamon rolls or other flavored roll without icing or glaze.
• A no-yeast sweet bread without icing or glaze.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
• Any other similar baked item.
Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)
Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different option
each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not
displayed.
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Three yeast bread sticks or yeast rolls (any shape, medium size – not a sweet roll)
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Three (3) yeast bread sticks or yeast rolls (any shape, medium size - not a sweet roll), using a whole grain flour mixture. Participants
are expected to learn how to knead bread dough by hand and allow it to rise appropriately. It is NOT acceptable to use a home bread
maker.
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A yeast bread loaf or braid. Participants are expected to learn how to knead bread dough by hand and allow it to rise appropriately. It
is NOT acceptable to use a home bread maker.
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A yeast bread (can be loaf, braid) using a whole grain flour mixture such as whole wheat, rye, oat bran, etc. Participants are
expected to learn how to knead bread dough by hand and allow it to rise appropriately. It is NOT acceptable to use a home bread
maker.
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Homemade pizza using a yeast dough. Judges are not expecting this item to be presented hot out of the oven.
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One package of an, invented healthy snack (such as a granola bar, popcorn snack, trail mix, etc.). Your snack must include at least 2
food groups from MyPlate. Exhibit must include your snack product and a separate folder containing a marketing plan with product
name, recipe, how it will be packaged, a package design, where it will be sold and suggested selling price. Style your snack for a
photo shoot and include the picture in your marketing plan. Label should include product name, date, quantity, and serving size.
• Prepare an entrée casserole that meets three MyPlate requirements for a meal. Use care when transporting to prevent spoilage.
Judges are not expecting this casserole to be presented hot out of the oven.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
• Any similar baked item.
Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)
Choose one or more of the baked products below, or a similar baked product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different option
each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters after being judged and not
displayed.
• A single or double crust baked fruit pie (no graham cracker crust). (Note: Custards, cream, cream cheese frosting and fillings, and
raw egg white frosting are not acceptable in an exhibit because they are highly perishable when left at room temperatures.)
• A baked food product for a catered meal or special event in which organizers have requested low fat and/or reduced sugar items.
Exhibit will include your food product and a notebook outlining how this product is to be used at the event, menu, supplies to buy,
preparation schedule, equipment, table layout, etc. A table display is optional.
• Select a condition in which people have to specifically modify their eating habits (diabetes, heart disease, Celiac disease, food
allergies, etc.) Prepare a baked food product appropriate for someone with this condition. Exhibit will include your food product and a
notebook summarizing the condition or allergy, nutrition considerations involved with the condition, a description of your baked item,
and an explanation of how it fits within the nutrition considerations. Make sure to note any ingredients that could cause an allergic
reaction.
• Prepare an entrée casserole that meets four MyPlate requirements for a meal. Use care when transporting to prevent spoilage.
Judges are not expecting this casserole to be presented hot out of the oven.
• An international or ethnic food of choice. This may be a cold or hot product. Use care when transporting to prevent spoilage. Judges
are not expecting this product to be presented hot out of the oven.
• A specialty pastry.
• Create a baking mix and provide a sample of the baked product. Include an index card with instructions, wet ingredients needed, and
baking instructions.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
• Any other similar baked item.
Foods, Preserved
Description:
The foods project teaches basic baking, preservation and nutrition education skills.
State Fair Entries:
2 Level A entries per county. 2 Level B entries per county. 3 Level C entries per county. 3 Level D entries per county.
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Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Refer to the Purdue Extension Food Preservation web site for resources and Purdue Extension educators trained to answer food preservation
questions.
Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (revised 10/2020):
For Food Competitions: Fillings, frostings, glazes, and meringues are not permitted to contain cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, or
whipped cream if they are not fully cooked/baked. These items are allowed as ingredients in food products IF the final product is
cooked/baked. Additionally, raw milk, raw milk products or uncooked eggs/egg whites are not permitted. Eggs/egg whites that have been
cooked to 160oF (i.e. pasteurized or included as part of a batter and baked) are acceptable. No home- canned fruits, vegetables, or meats are
permitted as ingredients in food products.
Foods should be transported to the competition in a way that minimizes contamination and maintains the quality of the food (i.e. foods that are
judged as frozen should remain frozen at all times).
Recipes must be provided that identifies all ingredients that were used in each part of the product. Any ingredient that could be a potential
allergen must be clearly identified. Potential food allergens include, but are not limited to, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, crustacean
shellfish, wheat, soy and sesame. Each food product must be labeled with the following information:
• Name
• Address (4-H member information can be taken from enrollment if needed)
• Contact information (phone and/or email address; 4-H member information can be taken from enrollment if needed)
• Date the food product was made
Contestants should carefully wash their hands and make sure that their hands do not have any open cuts before preparing foods. If cuts are
present, the wound should be bandaged and a single use food service glove worn on the hand during all stages of food production.
Contestants should not be preparing food exhibits for competition within 48 hours of recovering from any illness. People experiencing
symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and/or jaundice should not be allowed to prepare food.
Judges and individuals who will consume products from county and/or state competitions should be informed that they are at risk for foodborne
illness since the established policy cannot guarantee that an entry has been properly prepared or handled before, during or following the
competition. The food products for competitions are home produced and processed and the production area is not inspected by the Indiana
Department of Health. Tasting of a food product is solely at the discretion of the judge and consumers. Judges are NOT to taste any home
preserved foods such as low-acid or acidified foods like green beans, tomatoes or tomato products, jams/jellies/fruit preserves or fermented
products produced in the home.
A completed recipe card is to be submitted with each exhibit. Recipe cards are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the
exhibitor. Laminating, wrapping the recipe card in plastic, or placing it in a clear plastic bag is optional. Since it is illegal in the State of Indiana
for youth under the age of 21 to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages, 4-H members are to use recipes that do not include an alcoholic
beverage as an ingredient. A suitable non-alcoholic or imitation product may be substituted.
Preserved food products should be displayed in an appropriate container, preferably disposable. Containers will not be returned to the
exhibitor.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Frozen exhibits entered for state fair competition will not be displayed and instead will be donated to a central Indiana homeless shelter. Home-
canned exhibits will be displayed but will be disposed at the state fair’s conclusion.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)
Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different
option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and not displayed.
• A package of 3 baked or unbaked, snack-sized (approximately 2”-3” individual size) frozen cookies. Display in freezer bag or freezer
container. (NOTE: Freezer containers will not be returned.) Include index card with recipe and instructions for defrosting or baking.
Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• One package of frozen berries. Display in freezer bag or freezer container. (NOTE: Freezer containers will not be returned.) Include
index card with recipe and instructions for cooking or defrosting. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• One package of dehydrated fruit or vegetable. Display in an appropriate bag or container. Include index card with recipe and
instructions for cooking or defrosting. Label with name of product, quantity, and date dehydrated.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
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• Any other similar preserved item.
Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)
Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different
option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and not displayed.
• One uncooked frozen mini-pizza using whole-grain pita bread, English muffin, bagel, or already prepared crust (no larger than 7" in
diameter) with toppings of your choice. Include at least 4 MyPlate food groups on your pizza. Meat toppings such as hamburger,
sausage, bacon, etc. must be cooked. Display on covered cardboard inside freezer bag. Include index card with recipe and
instructions for cooking. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• One package of any frozen vegetable or combination vegetables. Display in freezer bag or freezer container. (NOTE: Freezer
containers will not be returned.) Include index card with instructions for defrosting and cooking. Label with name of product, quantity,
and date frozen.
• One container of frozen fruit or vegetable juice. Include index card with instructions for defrosting and cooking. Label with name of
product, quantity, and date frozen.
• One container of frozen soup. Include index card with recipe and instructions for defrosting and cooking. Label with name of product,
quantity, and date frozen.
• A frozen ready-to-eat breakfast sandwich, burrito or similar item. Display on covered cardboard inside freezer bag. Include index card
with recipe and instructions for cooking. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
• Any other similar preserved item.
Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)
Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different
option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and not displayed.
• One (1) container of freezer jam. Include index card with recipe and instructions for storing. Label with name of product, quantity, and
date frozen.
• One jar of a canned tomato product using the Hot Pack Method for a boiling water bath canner, such as tomato juice, catsup,
barbecue sauce, or salsa. Include index card with recipe and instructions for cooking or using the product. Label with name of
product, quantity, and date canned. Canned products must have the ring on the jar top to protect the seal. Note: Only food
preservation products made using USDA approved recipes and techniques are acceptable.
• One jar of a canned pickled product or canned pickles. Include index card with recipe, processing, and storage instructions.
(Products using a fancy pack are not accepted.) Label with name of product, quantity, and date canned. Canned products must have
the ring on the jar top to protect the seal. Note: Only food preservation products made using USDA approved recipes and
techniques are acceptable.
• Frozen yeast dough (bread loaf, roll balls, sticks, pizza, etc.). Include index card with recipe and instructions for defrosting and
cooking. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
• Any similar preserved item.
Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)
Choose one or more of the preserved products below, or a similar preserved product of choice. It is suggested a participant choose a different
option each year, but this is not a requirement. Exhibits entered at state fair will be donated to local homeless shelters and not displayed.
• One jar of pressure canned vegetables, meat or combination product, such as soup, stew, spaghetti sauce with meat, etc. Include
index card with recipe and instructions for cooking or using the product. (Products using a fancy pack are not accepted.) Label with
name of product, quantity, and date canned. Canned products must have the ring on the jar top to protect the seal. Note: Only food
preservation products made using USDA approved recipes and techniques are acceptable.
• One package of a combination food frozen entree in freezer container. The combination food should contain 3 food groups from
MyPlate. Exhibit should include an index card with recipe and instructions for reheating. Display in disposable containers. No
containers will be returned. Label with name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• A jar of cooked jam or a reduced-sugar fruit spread. Include recipe card. Label with name of product, quantity, and date made. Note:
Only food preservation products made using USDA approved recipes and techniques are acceptable.
• One container of a thaw and eat frozen prepared appetizer. Include index card with recipe and instructions for defrosting. Label with
name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• One container of a thaw and eat frozen prepared dessert. Include index card with recipe and instructions for defrosting. Label with
name of product, quantity, and date frozen.
• An educational poster, notebook or display about a food or nutrition topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
• Any other similar preserved item.
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FORESTRY
Description:
This project teaches youth natural resources and forestry related skills.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any forestry topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any forestry topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any forestry topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate,
prepare a herbarium collection that contains at least 25 native Indiana forest leaves, or prepare a herbarium collection that contains at least 25
native Indiana forest shrubs. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
Herbarium Collections - Collect 25 terminal twigs and at least two leaves, if space allows (only one compound leaf is required), from native
forest trees. Mount the specimens on 11 ½" x 16 ½" paper. One leaf on the twig must be mounted to show the back side of the leaf. Label each
sheet with the following: common name, scientific name, where collected, county where collected, date collected, name of collector, and
specimen number. Cover each specimen. There are no specific references given for these exhibits. Youth are encouraged to use Extension
publications, the Internet, books, and forest specialists when collecting and identifying specimens. The herbarium collection must be accessible
to the judges. Do not cover it under the plastic that covers your poster. Youth may want to attach a folder or other holder over your poster to
hold the mounted, covered specimens.
GARDEN
For county exhibits, disposable plates will be provided at check in. Vegetable exhibits entered for county competition will be displayed and
disposed of at the fair’s conclusion (or sooner if condition warrants). Members are encouraged to bring homegrown flowers in a small, clear
glass container for display purposes. Label bottom of vase with name and club so it can be returned. Members who wish to enter garden
exhibits at the State Fair must contact the Extension Office no later than July 15 in order to register entries and obtain exhibit labels. Members
will be responsible for transportation of State Fair exhibits.
Description:
Youth will learn about plant growth, soil nutrition, and management of insects and diseases related to fresh vegetable and herb production.
State Fair Entries:
1 collection per member, unlimited number of county entries.
5 single vegetable entries per member, unlimited number of county entries.
3 herb entries per member, unlimited number of county entries.
1 potato tray entry per member, unlimited number of county entries.
1 tomato plate entry per member, unlimited number of county entries.
1 educational exhibit entry per county.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a
notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
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Refer to Suggested 4-H Garden Exhibits, 4-H 970-w, to learn about size, weight, and other suggested specifications.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Vegetable exhibits entered for state fair competition will not be displayed and instead will be donated to a central Indiana food bank.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)
Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common name and variety. Vegetable exhibits
entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.
Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)
Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common name and variety. Vegetable exhibits
entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.
Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)
Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common name and variety. Vegetable exhibits
entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.
Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)
Choose one or more options outlined below. All vegetable and herb exhibits must include common name and variety. Vegetable exhibits
entered at state fair will be donated to local food banks and homeless shelters after being judged and not displayed.
Garden Collection Option
Create a 3-plate, 4-plate, or 5-plate collection display of vegetables you have grown and cared for from the single vegetable list. Display each
vegetable on a disposable plate. Inclusion of flowers is optional.
Single Vegetable Option
Display from the list below vegetables you have grown and cared for on a disposable plate.
Vegetable
Plated Display Description
Asparagus
Asparagus, 5 spears
Beans
Cowpea, black-eyed pea, southern pea, etc., 10 pods or ½ cup shelled
Beans
Snap, Green or Wax, 10 pods
Beans
Lima-large or small – 10 pods or ½ cup shelled
Beans
Navy, kidney, shell out, etc.-1/2 cup shelled
Beets
Round, flat, and long types, 3
Broccoli
Broccoli, 1 head
Broccoli raab
Broccoli raab, 3 heads
Brussels sprouts
Brussels sprouts, 5 heads
Cabbage
Chinese type (bok choy or pak choi), 1 head
Cabbage
Chinese type (napa cabbage), 1 head
Cabbage
Round, Flat or Pointed type, 1 head
Carrots
Carrots, 3
Cauliflower
Cauliflower, 1 head
Celery
Celery, 1 bunch
Chard
Chard, 10 bundled leaves
Collards
Collards, 10 bundled leaves
Corn
Sweet-yellow, white or bicolor, 3 ears
Cucumbers
Dill, Pickling, 3
Cucumbers
English or hothouse, 1
Cucumbers
Slicing with seeds, 3
Eggplant
Eggplant, 1
Kale
Kale, 10 bundled leaves
Kohlrabi
Kohlrabi, 3
Muskmelon
Muskmelon (cantaloupe), 1
Okra
Okra, 3 pods
Onions
Green, 5 onions in a bunch
Onions
Red, Yellow or White, 3
Parsnip
Parsnips, tops off, 3
Peas
Peas, edible pod such as snow peas ,10 pods
Peas
Peas, unshelled, 10 pods
Peppers
Bell type, 3
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Peppers
Chili type, 3
Peppers
Serrano type, 3
Peppers
Banana/Long/Wax/Hungarian type, 3
Peppers
Pimiento type (red), 3
Peppers
Cayenne type, 3
Peppers
Jalapeno type, 3
Peppers
Cherry type, 3
Peppers
New Mexican, long green, Anaheim type, 3
Peppers
Ancho type, 3
Peppers
Tabasco type, 3
Peppers
Habanero type, 3
Potato
Potatoes, any color, 3
Pumpkin
Pumpkin, (other), 1
Pumpkin
Table, Canning, or Ornamental, 1
Radishes
Radishes, 5
Rhubarb
Rhubarb, 3 stalks bundled
Rutabaga
Rutabaga, 3
Spinach
Spinach, 10 bundled leaves
Squash
Banana, or other large winter squash type, 1
Squash
Buttercups, Turbans, 1
Squash
Butternut, 1
Squash
Cushaw, 1
Squash
Hubbards – blue, green or golden, 1
Squash
Scallops/Patty Pans, 1
Squash
Straight or crookneck – i.e. summer squash, 1
Squash
Acorn, 1
Squash
Zucchini or cocozelle, 1
Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes, 3
Tomatillos
Tomatillos, 3
Turnips
Turnips, 3
Watermelon
Watermelon, 1
Any Other Vegetable
Any vegetable not listed above, include 1-3 specimens
Herb Option
Display from the list below a single herb plant you have grown and cared for in an appropriate size pot that has a saucer bottom.
Herb Name and Description
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) "all edible types"
Catnip (Nepeta cataria) "all edible types"
Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) "all edible types"
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) "all edible types"
Coriander or Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) "all edible types"
Dill (Anethum graveolens)
French tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)
Lavender (Lavendula sp.) "all edible types"
Mint (Mentha sp.) "all edible types"
Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) "all edible types"
Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinalis)
Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Sweet Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) "all edible types"
Any Other Herb
Potato Tray Option
Display from the list below approximately 30 potatoes you have grown and cared for in a 12 ½” x18” tray. A tray will be provided when
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checking-in potato exhibits at state fair.
Potato Description
Red (Norland, Triumph), etc.
Russett (Haig, Norgold, Superior), etc.
White, long type (Kennebec), etc.
White, oval type (Irish Cobbler), etc.
White, round type (Katahdin), etc.
Other (yellow, blue, etc.)
Tomato Plate Option
Display from the list below tomatoes you have grown and cared for on a disposable plate.
Tomato Description
Pink or purple, 3
Red (for canning), 3
Red (for market), 3
Roma or paste type, 3
Intermediate type, 10
Small Cherry or Pear, 10
Yellow or orange, 3
Educational Exhibit Option
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any gardening topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
GENEALOGY
Description:
This project helps young people know where their ancestors resided, traveled, and developed some family tradition.
State Fair Entries:
5 entries per county; one per division.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Forms for this project are found on the Indiana 4-H Web site www.extension.purdue.edu/4-H click on "projects" and then on Genealogy to
reach downloadable forms. This project is organized into divisions and not grades for a youth cannot start in Division 3 without first completing
Division 1 and Division 2. This is a project that builds on the previous division information in order to be successful in building your family tree.
If you are using a genealogical commercial software program, you may need to type in or hand write in information required by the Indiana 4-H
genealogy project. See 4-H forms on the 4-H website linked above.
The exhibit will consist of no more than four (4) notebooks for Division 1-4 and first year Advanced Division. (If a notebook requires additional
space, label it as notebook x, continued.) Those notebooks are:
• Book #1 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains introduction sheet, pedigree charts and family group sheets
• Book #2 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains additional information worksheets and diary of work
• Book #3 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains supporting documents, pictures, etc.
• Book #4 – Appropriate size notebook or binder, contains Advanced Division options only (Begin using this notebook in first year of
the advanced division or the fifth year of project enrollment.)
• Another notebook should be maintained and kept in a secure place at home to keep original personal and legal documents as well
as previously exhibited work.
Note – Youth may consolidate information in order to have fewer notebooks. In this case indicate on the cover the notebook numbers included
and use dividers to separate information by notebook number as well as contents as indicated below.
Notebooks should be tabbed and in the following order:
Book #1 - Introductory Page; Pedigree Charts; Family Group Sheets
Book #2 - Additional Information Worksheets; Diary of Your Work
Book #3 - Any Other Documents (label with ancestor numbers on tab)
Book #4 – Advanced Division Options (label each tab separately with the specific option); Diary of Your Work (this will be a second diary
describing work done for each advanced division option)
Pedigree Charts, Family Group Sheets, Additional Information Worksheets, and Diary Sheets are to be placed in the notebook back-to-back in
sheet protectors to save space, reduce the information being damaged, and reduce the number of sheet protectors required.
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So the notebook exhibit can be displayed to the public and to minimize the potential of identity theft, original legal documents are NOT to be
included in the exhibit notebook. Instead, a photocopy of any legal document is to be included in the notebook and all identifiable information
(like social security numbers) except for names is to be completely marked out. Original legal documents are to be kept in a secure location by
the 4-H member and his/her family.
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H members exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc.
Reference notations are to be made in the “source” column of the Family Group Sheet and on each document.
If information on a family member is unknown, an additional information worksheet for each required ancestor is still required. Write “unknown”
or “NIA” (no information available) in PENCIL for each sheet of unknown ancestors or list several ancestors on a page and insert page in
proper numerical order.
After exhibiting the 1st year of the ADVANCED Division, only the Advanced Division notebook (Book #4) with ALL OPTIONS (no pedigree
charts, no family group sheets, no additional information sheets, no documents from Divisions 1-5) needs to be exhibited each year the
genealogy project continues.
Suggested Genealogy Supply List:
Four 3” -ring (D-ring type suggested) notebooks (Book #1, #3, #4 will be exhibited and the fourth 3” D-ring notebook to maintain
documents at home and NOT exhibited.)
One 2” -ring (D-ring type suggested) notebook (Book #2)
Computer or legible printing/handwriting (be consistent with method used)
#2 lead pencil with soft eraser Black ink pen
Yellow highlighter
Notebook tabs AND acid free dividers (several tabs will be needed, be consistent with style used, should not appear past edge of
notebook)
Fine point permanent Black marker
Acid free and non-glare sheet protectors Acid free paper
Acid free glue stick
Acid free satin Scotch tape Scissors
Correction tape
Lots of creativity to make the exhibit your own while still following the exhibit guidelines.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Division 1 (1
st
year in project suggested)
Exhibit notebook that includes the following:
• Book #1
An Introduction page with a recent photograph of yourself.
Completed three-generation pedigree chart. This includes you, your parents, and your grandparents, ancestors #1 through
#7. Put all surnames in capital letters and all dates in military form (12 July 1974). Give each person a number, as described
in the "Recording the Information" section of the Indiana 4-H Genealogy Resource Guide 4-H 748. You must use the
pedigree charts listed at the www.extension.purdue.edu/4-H, 4-H 748Pc-W or 4-H 748Pbw-W or the commercial software
forms, but not the old "packet" pedigree charts.
A Family Group Sheet for your parents and each pair of grandparents. Sources of information MUST be filled in on family
group sheets (see section "Recording the Information").
• Book #2 (Ancestors 1-7 information)
Four (4) "Additional Information Worksheets": one(1) for you, the 4-H
member
one (1) for your parents
one (1) for each set of grandparents (total = two worksheets)
• A diary of your work
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• Book #3 (Ancestors 1-7 information)
Any documents or pictures pertaining to these three generations. Documents must be labeled with ancestor name and
ancestor number. Pictures need to be labeled with ancestor name, plus names of all known people, place and date picture
was taken, as well as ancestor numbers.
Division 2 (2
nd
year in project suggested)
Exhibit notebook that includes the following:
•
Book #1
Four-generation pedigree chart. This would include you, your parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents, ancestors #1
through #15. You must use the pedigree charts listed at www.extension.purdue.edu/4-H, 4-H 748Pc-W or 4-H 748Pbw-
W or the commercial software forms, but not the old "packet" pedigree charts
A Family Group Sheet for each pair of great-grandparents. Sources of information filled in on family group sheets (see
section "Recording the Information" in the Indiana 4-H Genealogy Resource Guide 4-H 748).
•
Book #2 (Ancestors 8-15 information)
An additional information worksheet for each set of great grandparents.
• A diary of your work
•
Book #3 (Ancestors 8-15 information)
Any photographs taken of tombstones of your ancestors and their children. Please document location of tombstone(s) and
label with ancestor name, ancestor number, and date photo was taken. Rubbings are acceptable in lieu of photographs.
Any other documents or pictures pertaining to these generations, correctly labeled.
Exhibit Book #1, Book #2, and Book #3. Books 2 and 3 should only include Division 2 ancestors 8-15 and related information.
Division 3 (3
rd
year in project suggested)
Exhibit notebook that includes the following:
•
Book #1
Five-generation pedigree chart, ancestors #1 through #31. Computer programs do not generally print chart numbers, so if
you are using a computer program, make sure you have the correct number of ancestors. If an ancestor is UNKNOWN,
please indicate as UNKNOWN. You must use the pedigree charts listed at www.extension.purdue.edu/4h, 4-H 748Pc-
W or 4-H 748Pbw-W, or the commercial software forms, but not the old "packet"
pedigree charts
Additional Family Group Sheets for generation five (5). Sources of information must be filled in on family group sheets (see
section "Recording the Information" in Indiana 4-H Genealogy Resource Guide 4-H 748.).
•
Book #2 (Ancestors 16-31 information)
• Additional information worksheets
• A diary of your work
•
Book #3 (Ancestors 16-31 information)
Write an autobiography, the story of your life. Include pictures, relevant dates, and important events. OR, write an essay about
what your hopes and dreams are for the future, or about life goals you hope to attain.
Any documents or pictures pertaining to these generations, correctly labeled.
Exhibit Book #1, Book #2, and Book #3. Books 2 and 3 should only include Division 3 ancestors 16- 31 and related information.
Division 4 (4
th
year in project suggested)
Exhibit a notebook(s) that includes the following:
•
Book #1
Six-generation pedigree charts, ancestors #1 through #63.Computer programs do not generally print chart numbers, so if you
are using a computer program, make sure you have the correct number of ancestors. You must use the pedigree charts
listed at www.extension.purdue.edu/4-H, 4-H 748Pc-W or 4-H 748Pbw-W, or the commercial software forms, but not the old
"packet" pedigree charts
Additional Family Group Sheets for generation six (6). Sources of information must be filled in on family group sheets (see
section "Recording the Information").
•
Book #2 (Ancestors 32-63 information)
• Additional information worksheets
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• A diary of your work
•
Book #3 (Ancestors 32-63 information)
• A copy of a photograph or a story of a sixth-generation ancestor. Include information about the date when the photograph
was taken, how or where you found it and what's happening in it or why it was taken. If this is unavailable, write a story about
the historical period during which your sixth generation ancestor was living.
Any documents or pictures pertaining to these generations, correctly labeled.
Exhibit Book #1, Book #2, and Book #3. Books 2 and 3 should only include Division 4 ancestors 32- 63 and related information.
Advanced (5
th
year and above in project suggested)
Exhibit notebook that includes the following:
•
Book #1
Seventh and eighth-generation pedigree charts, ancestors #64 through #255. If ancestry is unknown, please indicate as
Unknown. Computer programs do not generally print chart numbers, so if you are using a computer program, make sure
you have the correct number of ancestors.
Your family group sheet for generations seven and eight.
• Sources of information filled in on family group sheets (see section "Recording the Information" in the Indiana
4-H Genealogy Resource Guide, 4-H 748).
•
Book #2 (Ancestors 64-255 information)
• Additional Information worksheets
• Diary of your work
•
Book #3 (Ancestors 64-255 information)
Any documents or pictures pertaining to these generations; correctly labeled.
•
Book #4
• One new advanced level option (see below). Advanced division exhibitors must include ALL options submitted in prior
years, with each option labeled with the year completed.
Pedigree charts are available on the Indiana 4-H Web site for your additional genealogy research. EACH YEAR FOLLOWING,
continue to add ancestors to your pedigree charts. In addition, choose one of the following options that has not been completed
previously. Please identify, by letter, the option that you are completing (for example: Advanced Division, Year 1, Option A;
Advanced Division, Year 2, Option C; etc.)
Advanced Division Year 2 and beyond – Exhibit Book #4 that contains advanced division options and a second diary of work. If additional
ancestry information was found in the seventh and eighth generation, exhibit Book 1 noting ancestors completed this year along with
Books 2 and 3 demonstrating this year’s work.
EXPLAIN the information received as to how it relates to you and your ancestors. Copies of documents obtained in
previous divisions are acceptable and should be utilized in the option chosen if needed.
A. A migration map of your eight-generation ancestors. You should have at least one map per family line with charts
or explanations of the migrations.
B. A timeline historical report of a family line. Show how this family fits into history. Document your report as well as possible
with dates, records, places or maps, pictures, etc. Be sure to include proper labels and sources.
C. A census history of a family line. Census abstract forms can be found on several websites. Download forms to abstract the
census. Your notebook should contain copies of the census and the completed abstract form for each census.
D. A history of your family's religious background for any family line or lines. Include a brief history of the denomination.
Include baptism, confirmation or profession of faith and membership records. Also include information or history of the
congregations involved. Be sure to include proper labels and sources.
E. A history of your family's military service for a family line. Include supporting documents when possible. These documents
could include military records, (muster rolls, discharge papers, etc.), pension records, and bounty land records, as well as
maps and pictures. Be sure to include proper labels and sources.
F. A research paper on a famous ancestor. Prove your relationship to this person with documentation. Try to include pictures
and anecdotes to enhance your paper.
G. Complete a family line or lines back as many generations as possible beyond eight generations (ancestors 256 and
beyond). Include pictures, maps and documents. Be sure to include proper labels and sources.
H. A timeline historical report of another family line not previously completed. Document as well as possible as in Option B.
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You need to state at the beginning that this is a second family historical report on such ancestor.
I. A history of your family's military service for a family line not previously completed. Include supporting documents as
in Option E. You need to state at the beginning that this is a second family military history report on such ancestor.
J. Family DNA history. (This can be a very expensive option) Please include charts and explanations.
i.e. use pie charts, ethnicity estimates, approximate percentage regionally, number of countries searched, genetic
percentage, family tree, graphs, etc.
K. Any other genealogy related activity of choice.
GEOLOGY
Description:
Geology involves studying the earth's crust, its layers, and their history. Youth learn to identify Indiana rocks, minerals, and fossils.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook,
or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display
boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to
place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Specimens may also be displayed in a 24”x 18”x 3” collection box, displayed horizontally.
You may purchase your specimens and may display rocks, fossils, and minerals. If you purchase a specimen, indicate when and where you
purchased it and the location where you would expect to find the specimen. If you collect a specimen, indicate the county and township where
you found it.
Posters and display boxes will be exhibited "standing up" at the Indiana State Fair. Therefore, you need to mount your specimens securely.
Subject matter experts suggest the following methods: soaking ½ cotton ball in Elmer's glue, hot glue, or clear tub sealant. Place the cotton ball
in your box and put your rock (or fossil or mineral) on the cotton ball and let sit. It will take 1-2 weeks for Elmer's glue to fully harden. Specimens
mounted with Elmer's glue can be removed by soaking the cotton ball in water. Glue remaining on the rock may be brushed off with an old, damp
toothbrush.
When exhibiting rocks show a fresh surface (recently cracked or broken surface) to help judges identify the rock.
Labels - Include the specific geographical location where you would expect to find any specimens as well as where you actually acquired it
(found, purchased, etc.).
Do not identify your specimens any further than phylum and class. There is one exception to this for fossils which are identified to phylum OR
class. Class should only be used for fossils of mollusks, backboned animals, and arthropods.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any geology topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any geology topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate, or
collection of 8-16 minerals and/or fossils.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any geology topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate, or
collection of 15-25 minerals and/or fossils and/or jewel stones. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
GOATS
Record Sheet required at Fair Check-In (if not exhibiting live animals, project manuals are required for completion and must be turned into
Extension Office by July 1).
1. Animals entered in purebred classes are not required to have registration papers, but each doe must be at least 7/8 of that breed.
2. All goats must be in partnership or leased or owned and in the care of the 4-H member by May 1 of the current year. For county exhibit, does
and young bucks may be held in partnership with related or unrelated persons or leased or owned by the 4-H member. Wethers must be
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owned by the 4-H member. For state exhibit, does may be held in partnership with related persons only or owned by the 4-H member. For
state exhibit, bucks must be owned by the 4-H member.
3. All goats entered must be identified for fair exhibit through 4-H online system by tagging date. All tattoos and ear tag numbers must match
those listed on the online enrollment entry. Animals must be identified by the 4-H member in 4-HOnline by the state Animal ID date (May 15).
Exhibit classes must be entered in FairEntry and exhibitors must complete Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for the Quality Care for
Animals (YQCA) by July 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility.
4. All wethers entered in the market show must be wethered, clamped, or banded at the time of tagging.
5.The Dairy Goat Educational Poster, Meat or Specialty Goat Educational Poster and/or Goat Barbecue Poster, Dairy Goat Science Display or
Educational Display will be due during pre-Fair judging and will be displayed in the 4-H Building. Posters must meet the county poster
requirements. See judging schedule for due date.
6. Members are allowed one entry per class and two entries in the market class per goat show.
7. Age of the animal will be computed as of the first day of the current fair.
8. All goats must have a collar. No choke chains will be allowed. Safety chains are required for meat goats.
9. All goats must be groomed for show according to breed standard.
10. Any wether showing evidence of testicular tissue is ineligible for all market wether classes.
11. All exhibitors are asked to work as a host/helper during the fair. Sign up for available shift at the time of check-in.
12. All animals must be provided with fresh water, feed and/or hay by the exhibitor or by a family member at least twice daily.
13. Each exhibitor is responsible for keeping his/her pen(s) and aisle area clean.
14. All goat exhibitors and an adult family member are required to help with set up of goat pens. Dairy goat exhibitors and an adult family
member are required to clean their pens at the time of dairy goat check out. Meat and Specialty goat exhibitors and an adult family member
will be required to tear down goat pens at the conclusion of Fair. Exhibitors will be notified of set-up time in advance, and tear-down of pens
will occur at the conclusion of the Fair.
15. Any matters not addressed within these project guidelines will be reviewed and resolved by the Goat Superintendents. In cases involving the
interpretation of rules, regulations, and behavior, and any item not covered, the decision of the Extension Educators, Project and General
Superintendents will be final.
16. Project Manuals will be an optional activity. Members must complete 3 activities in the dairy or meat goat book (not both) and submit to the
Extension Office by July 1.
Dairy Goat
1. All goats must be ADGA recognized dairy breed, either purebred or crossbred. Pygmy, Angora, Boer or other species of goats are ineligible.
Dairy crossed with non-dairy breeds are also ineligible.
2. All dairy goats must be permanently tattooed according the ADGA rules. Double tattoos must be listed on all forms. Wether goats need not be
tattooed; however, they must have a county-approved ear tag.
3. All goats must have horns removed for exhibit. Horn base may be no longer than 1.5" as measured from skull base to the longest tip.
4. All dairy goats in milk must be milked out between 2 pm and 6 pm on the Saturday prior to the Dairy Goat show.
5. All Dairy Goats will be released on the Tuesday night following the dairy show from 6-8 pm, with the following exceptions:
At the discretion of the superintendents, animals entered in the Costume Competition may stay until the activity concludes, and then will be
released to go home. Grand Champion Senior Doe and Grand Champion Junior doe, as well as wethers that will be sold at auction must stay
until the scheduled release time at the conclusion of the Fair. Members may request to the project superintendent that Grand Champion senior
and junior does be substituted with a like animal.
Best Mammary System
This class will be judged first class of the day, and will return to the show ring at the conclusion of the Senior Doe show after being milked out for
final judging and placement. Milk-out will be at the discretion of the judge. Each member is allowed one entry. All breeds will show together.
Senior Doe Show
Alpine Nubian All Other Purebreds
Oberhasli Nigerian Dwarf Crossbreds
1. Any doe that has ever freshened shall compete in the Senior Division. This includes dry does.
2. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected from each breed. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Senior Doe
will be selected from the breed champions.
3. The Grand Champion Senior Doe will not compete against the Grand Champion Junior Doe.
Class 1 Doe - 1 year and under 2
Class 2 Doe - 2 years and under 3
Class 3 Doe - 3 years and under 5
Class 4 Doe - 5 years and over
Junior Doe Show
Alpine Nubian All Other Purebreds
Oberhasli Nigerian Dwarf Crossbreds
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1. Any doe under 24 months of age that has never freshened shall compete in the Junior Division.
2. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected from each breed. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Junior Doe
will be selected from the breed champions.
3. The Grand Champion Junior Doe will not compete against the Grand Champion Senior Doe.
Class 1 Junior Kid - born on or after March 16 of current year
Class 2 Senior Kid - born on or before March 15 of current year and under one year of age
Class 3 Junior Yearling - born on or after March 16 of previous year and over one year of age
Class 4 Senior Yearling - born on or before March 15 of previous year and under two years of age
Group Classes (Dairy)
Alpine Nubian All Other Purebreds
Oberhasli Nigerian Dwarf Crossbreds
1. Animals will show by breed.
2. All goats shown in group classes must also be exhibited in individual classes and entries identified on the Livestock Entry for Fair.
Exhibitors in group classes may borrow from farm family members.
3. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected in each class.
Class 1 Mother and Daughter – 2 Does any age, Mother and Daughter
Class 2 Produce of Dam – 2 Does any age from one Dam
Class 3 Get of Sire – 3 Does any age same sire
Class 4 Herd – 3 Does any age same breed
Dairy Market Wether Class
1. Market wethers must be born on or after January 1 of current year.
2. Weighing of market wethers will take place after check-in, and all animals under 25 pounds (miniature breeds) and under 35 pounds
(standard breeds) will be placed in the feeder class. All wethers 25 pounds and over (miniature breeds) and 35 pounds and over (standard
breeds) will be placed in weight classes. Class listings will be posted before the start of the show.
3. Feeder weight market wethers will not be eligible to be sold at 4-H Livestock Auction.
4. Market wethers will be weighed without a collar or chain.
5. Rate of Gain: All market wethers will automatically be enrolled in the Rate of Gain contest. This award is given for the wether which has
exhibited the greatest weight gain, based upon weights taken at Goat Identification Day, and again at fair weigh-in. Exhibitor of the Champion
Rate of Gain wether will be called to the ring for awards during the show.
Market Wether Classes –
1. Feeder Class - Under 25 lbs (miniature breeds); under 35lbs (standard dairy breeds)
2. Light Weight - to be determined prior to the show
3. Heavyweight - to be determined prior to the show
Champion and Reserve Champion wethers will be selected from Classes 1, 2 and 3. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion wethers
will be selected from the champion and reserve champion animals of classes 2 and 3.
Young Buck Class
1. Young bucks must be born after January 1 of the current year.
2. All breeds will exhibit together.
3. Champion and Reserve Champion bucks will be selected.
4. Bucks will be released after the dairy show, at the discretion of the superintendent.
Class 1 Young buck goat born after January 1st of the current year.
MEAT & SPECIALTY GOAT SHOW
Meat and Specialty Goats will be allowed to enter the Fairgrounds at the following check-in times:
Tuesday 8-10 pm Wednesday 8am – noon
1. Goat Breeds eligible to exhibit in the Meat Goat Show are Fullblood Boer, Percentage Boer, Pygmy, Purebred All Other Meat Breeds (Kiko,
Myotonic, Savannah, Spanish, etc.), and Crossbred All Other Meat Breeds.
2. Goat Breeds eligible to compete in the Specialty Goat Show are specialty/fiber breeds (Cashmere, Angora, etc.).
3. Market Wethers from the following breeds may be exhibited: Fullblood Boer, Percentage Boer, Pygmy, Purebred All Other Meat Breeds, and
Crossbred. No Specialty Goat wethers are eligible to be shown.
4. Division and class eligibility will be determined by the animal’s age as computed on the first day of the current fair.
5. All goats must be tattooed according their specific breed’s rules and regulations. Wether goats do not need to be tattooed, but must have
county-approved ear tag.
6. No painting, powdering, or artificial coloring on the goat is allowed. Normal grooming materials and dressing of leg hair is allowed.
7. Any Meat or Specialty Goat Educational Poster or Goat Barbecue poster or educational display will be due during Pre-Fair judging and will be
displayed in the 4-H Building. Posters must meet county poster requirements. See judging schedule for due date.
Meat Goat Show
1. Does will show by breeds. Champion and Reserve Champion Doe will be selected for each division.
2. Division and Class eligibility will be determined by the animal’s age as computed on the date of the show.
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3. Champion and Reserve Champion Doe will be chosen for each division.
4. Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Doe will be selected from the division champions and the reserve champions.
Junior Division
Class 1 Junior Kid – born on or after March 16 of current year.
Class 2 Senior Kid – born on or before March 15 of current year and under 1 year of age.
Yearling Division
Class 3 Junior Yearling – born on or after March 16 of previous year and over one year of age.
Class 4 Senior Yearling – born on or before March 15 of previous year and under two years of age.
Senior Division
Class 5 Doe 2 and under 3
Class 6 Doe 3 and under 4
Class 7 Doe 4 and under 5
Class 8 Doe 5 and over
Meat Goat Group Classes
Breeds:
Fullblood Boer Percentage Boer Pygmy Purebred All Other Meat Breeds Crossbred All Other Meat Breeds
Class 1 Mother and Daughter – two does any age, mother and daughter
Class 2 Produce of Dam – two does any age, the produce of the same dam
Class 3 Get of Sire – 3 Does any age same sire
Class 4 Herd – 3 Does any age same breed
1. Animals will show by breed.
2. All goats shown in group classes must also be exhibited in individual classes and entries identified on the Livestock Entry for Fair. Exhibitors
in group classes may borrow from farm family members.
3. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected in each class.
Market Wether Class
1. Market wethers must be born on or after January 1 of current year and must be shown with milk teeth in place.
2. Weighing of market wethers will take place after check-in, and all animals under 30 pounds (pygmy) and under 40 pounds (all other meat
wethers) will be listed in the feeder class. All wethers 30 pounds and over (pygmy) and 40 pounds and over (all other meat breeds) will be
placed in weight classes. Class listings will be posted before the start of the show.
3. Feeder weight market wethers will not be eligible to be sold at 4-H Livestock Auction.
4. Market wethers will be weighed without a collar or chain.
5. All wether goats must have horns removed for exhibit. Horn scurs may be no longer than 1 ½” as measured from skull base to longest tip.
6. Rate of Gain: All market wethers will automatically be enrolled in the Rate of Gain contest. This award is given for the wether which has
exhibited the greatest weight gain, based upon weights taken at Goat Identification Day, and again at fair weigh-in. Exhibitor of the
Champion Rate of Gain wether will be called to the ring for awards during the show.
Classes:
1 – Feeder Class – under 30 pounds (pygmy) and under 40 pounds (all other meat wethers)
2 – Light Weight Class – to be determined prior to show
3 – Heavy Weight Class – to be determined prior to show
Champion and Reserve Champion wethers will be selected from Classes 1, 2 and 3. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion wethers
will be selected from the champion and reserve champion animals of classes 2 and 3.
Market Doe Class
1. Market Does must be born on or after January 1 of current year and must be shown with milk teeth in place.
2. Weighing of market does will take place after check-in, and all animals under 30 pounds (pygmy) and under 40 pounds (all other meat does)
will be listed in the feeder class. All does 30 pounds and over (pygmy) and 40 pounds and over (all other meat breeds) will be placed in
weight classes. Class listings will be posted before the start of the show.
3. Feeder weight market does will not be eligible to be sold at 4-H Livestock Auction.
4. Market does will be weighed without a collar or chain.
5. All doe goats must have horns removed for exhibit. Horn scurs may be no longer than 1 ½” as measured from skull base to longest tip.
6. Rate of Gain: All market does will automatically be enrolled in the Rate of Gain contest. This award is given for the doe which has exhibited
the greatest weight gain, based upon weights taken at Goat Identification Day, and again at fair weigh-in. Exhibitor of the Champion Rate of
Gain wether will be called to the ring for awards during the show.
Classes:
1 – Feeder Class – under 30 pounds (pygmy) and under 40 pounds (all other meat does)
2 – Light Weight Class – to be determined prior to show
3 – Heavy Weight Class – to be determined prior to show
Champion and Reserve Champion does will be selected from Classes 1, 2 and 3. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion does will be
selected from the champion and reserve champion animals of classes 2 and 3.
Meat Young Buck Class:
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1. Young bucks must be born after January 1 of the current year.
2. All breeds will exhibit together.
3. Champion and Reserve Champion bucks will be selected.
4. Bucks will be released after the meat/specialty show, at the discretion of the superintendent
Class 1 Young buck goat born after January 1 current year.
Specialty Goat Show
1. Does will show by breeds. Champion and Reserve Champion Doe will be selected for each division.
2. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Specialty Doe will be selected from champions and reserve champions in classes 1- 8.
Specialty Doe Classes
Junior Division
Class 1 Junior Kid – born on or after March 16 of current year.
Class 2 Senior Kid – born on or before March 15 of current year and under 1 year of age.
Yearling Division
Class 3 Junior Yearling – born on or after March 16 of previous year and over one year of age.
Class 4 Senior Yearling – Born on or before March 15 of previous year and under two years of age.
Senior Division
Class 5 Doe 2 and under 3
Class 6 Doe 3 and under 4
Class 7 Doe 4 and under 5
Class 8 Doe 5 and over
Specialty Group Classes:
Class 1 Mother and Daughter – two does any age, mother and daughter
Class 2 Produce of Dam – two does any age, the produce of the same dam
Class 3 Get of Sire – 3 Does any age same sire
Class 4 Herd – 3 Does any age same breed
1. All breeds will exhibit together.
2. All goats shown in group classes must also be exhibited in individual classes and entries identified on the Livestock Entry for Fair.
Exhibitors in group classes may borrow from farm family members.
3. Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected in each class.
Specialty Young Buck Class
1. Young bucks must be born after January 1 of the current year.
2. All breeds will exhibit together.
3. Champion and Reserve Champion bucks will be selected.
4. Bucks will be released after the meat/specialty show, at the discretion of the superintendent.
HEALTH
Description:
The 4-H Health project is designed for youth interested in basic first aid and healthy well-being, as well as those interested in pursuing a medical
profession career.
State Fair Entries:
3 exhibits per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook,
or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display
boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to
place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any health topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Another option is to create a family first aid kit, emergency kit, an emergency kit to take on a hiking, biking, skiing or similar trip, or another similar
kit.
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Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any health topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Another option is to create a personal nutrition kit to use when doing physical activity like chores, working out at the gym, hiking, biking, skiing, or
another similar kit.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any health topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Another option is to create an activity or guide to help yourself or others become more aware of financial wellness, mental health, disease
prevention, or other similar topic that promotes healthy habits. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
HORSE AND PONY
March 1, 2024 Registration for H&P Demonstration Day due (FairEntry)
March 9, 2024 H&P Demonstration Day
May 15, 2024 Animal ID due in 4-HOnline. Members are requested to include their “Certificate of Completion of Indiana
4-H Requirements for Exhibition of 4-H Horse and Pony (Vaccination Form)”.
July 1, 2024 Registration for Poster, Showmanship, and Equitation due (FairEntry)
July 13, 2024 Poster check in and judging. Turn in project manual/activity sheets to be eligible for 4-Part Award.
August 5-7, 2024 4-H Horse and Pony Show at the Lake County Fair
1.
All horses and ponies must be identified by the 4-H member in 4-HOnline by the state Animal ID date (May 15) in order to be eligible for Fair
exhibition by that member. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines. Members will select a specific horse and exhibition
class(es) in FairEntry by July 1. Members may change their horse one time after July 1 (replacement horse must have been previously
identified by the member in 4-HOnline). Members must notify the Superintendent of change in writing at least 48 hours before check in.
2.
When members bring live horses to 4-H events, members should hand-carry the completed “Certificate of Completion of Indiana 4-H
Requirements for Exhibition of 4-H Horse and Pony (Vaccination Form)” form. Failure to meet guidelines on this form, an incomplete form,
or outdated vaccinations will result ineligibility from Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony events.
3.
Two 4-H members in the same class will be allowed to share a horse for all in-hand classes (showmanship and in-hand trail). The
members must choose which one will exhibit in any given mounted class.
4.
4-H members may exhibit a maximum of three horses at the Lake County Fair. All horses must be properly identified and entered in
FairEntry. Mini 4-H members may exhibit one horse.
5.
No stallions or mares with foals may be exhibited.
6.
A Wellness Committee will be created each year consisting of the H&P Superintendent, H&P Assistant Superintendent, and two H&P
Leaders of record from different clubs. The committee is responsible for addressing any issues reported to the Superintendent concerning
the soundness and/or the overall health of a horse. The committee will evaluate the horse using Purdue University Cooperative Extension
Service publication “Introduction to Body Condition Scoring Horses”. The committee will decide if the horse can be shown or not. If the
family disagrees with the decision, they may bring in a licensed veterinarian at their own expense.
7.
Members are to assume as many of the responsibilities for their animal as possible.
8.
Only the enrolled Lake County 4-H member may ride or drive their identified 4-H horse at 4-H shows, events, or activities (with the
exception of the double bareback competitive class). It is acceptable for an adult (over 18 years of age) to lunge the horse at 4-H events.
9.
All 4-H members are required to wear a properly fitted ASTM or SEI standard F1163 (or above) certified equestrian helmet whenever
mounted or driving at all 4-H horse and pony events, shows, or activities. Original tags must be present in all approved helmets. The 4-H
member is responsible to see that this specified headgear is properly fitted with the approved harness fastened in place whenever mounted.
10.
Judge’s decision is final. Judges must initial any scoring/placing changes on the scorecard. The judge may excuse an exhibitor from a
specific class or classes if they feel there is a safety concern.
11.
Members should notify the ring master/steward if they have a question or clarification to address to the judge prior to the start of a class.
Anyone needing to address the judge during or after a class should come to the show office and their request will be addressed as
necessary. No one is permitted to approach the judge directly. Inappropriate conduct on behalf of a member or their parent/guardian may
result in being excused from the class and showing for the remainder of the day.
12.
Classes may be combined and/or cancelled if enrollment does not warrant splits. Classes may also be modified in response to inclement
weather or other circumstances.
13.
For the safety of the general public and 4-H members, all horses and ponies must be led in hand to and from the barn and arena(s) by the
parent or 4-H member.
14.
Project horses must stay at the Fair through the specified checkout time (see Fair schedule). In cases of emergency or special
circumstance, contact the Superintendent. An early release form must be turned in by check in.
15.
A club may move their horses into the stalls they have been assigned first in order to help alleviate congestion in the barn areas. Then all
extra stalls the club has been assigned must be cleaned immediately.
16.
One stall will be assigned per horse. It is the member’s responsibility to clean the stall upon check-out time at Fair. All stalls assigned to
the club, whether used or not, must be cleaned by noon on Wednesday of the Fair.
17.
Members who exhibit in Demonstration, Poster, Showmanship, and Equitation classes and complete three activities in the project
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manual/Activity Worksheets will receive the Horse & Pony 4-Part Award.
18.
For additional information, see the Indiana 4-H Horse & Pony Handbook, current edition.
Demonstration Guidelines
Demonstration Guidelines
1. Members may choose to do Individual Demonstration, Team Demonstration, or Public Speaking. Entries are to be pre-registered in
FairEntry by March 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines.
2. The Horse & Pony Demonstration is a demonstration of knowledge in some area of horses or horsemanship. Visual aids are a necessity
and among those that can be used are posters, models, charts, diagrams, pictures, etc. You are not limited to these specifically but are
encouraged to be creative. Easels for posters will be provided.
3. Individual Demonstration classes: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Level 2 (Grades 6-8), and Level 3 (Grades 9-12).
4. Team Demonstration (two members) will be judged as one class. Both demonstrators should participate equally in the demonstration.
5. Public Speaking will be judged as one class. No visual or audio aids (posters, tape players/recorders, etc.) are allowed. Public speaking will
be judged on the same criteria as demonstrations with the exception of “visual effect” will become “stage presence”.
6. Time Limits:
Level 1 (Grade 3 – 5) - at least 4 minutes and no longer than 6 minutes
Level 2 (Grade 6 – 8) - at least 5 minutes and no longer than 7 minutes
Level 3 (Grade 9 – 12 - at least 9 minutes and no longer than 12 minutes
Team Demonstration - at least 10 minutes and no longer than 15 minutes
Public Speaking – at least 5 minutes and no longer than 9 minutes
A 30-second grace period +/- is allowed. After the 30 seconds, 1 point per 10 seconds will be deducted from the score.
7. Scoring: The visual effect will be rated according to the visual aids effectiveness in illustrating the subject being discussed by the speaker.
Demonstrations will be scored on Knowledge (25 points), Verbal Presentation (50 points), Visual Effect (20 points), and Personal
Appearance (5 points). Public Speaking will be scored on Knowledge (25 points), Verbal Presentation (50 points), Stage Presence (20
points), and Personal Appearance (5 points).
95% and higher A Honor (Purple)
90-94% A (Blue)
80-89% B (Red)
79% and lower C (White)
8. No live animals may be used.
9. The judge will not ask questions to the members.
10. Make-up option: Members who do not participate may submit a recording of their presentation within ten days of the event in order to
receive a Participation grade and be eligible for the 4-Part Award and participation in Competitive classes.
11. Your age as well as the number of years in the Horse & Pony project should be considered when choosing a topic. You should be able to
fully understand what you are talking about rather than picking a subject so difficult that all you accomplish is memorizing words. If you wish,
you may use note cards to help you remember. However, you should practice beforehand so that you do not read your entire demonstration
from the cards. Look the judge in the eye and talk to him/her. He/she is interested in what you are saying.
12. Dress neatly, professionally, in clean well-fitting clothes. See “General Rules & Regulations” for 4-H dress code information. Remember
your impression on the judge counts!
Educational Poster Guidelines
1. This portion of the Horse and Pony Program is designed to enhance the 4-H member’s basic horse industry knowledge.
2. Entries are to be pre-registered in FairEntry by July 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines.
3. Poster classes: Level 1 (grades 3-5), Level 2 (grades 6-8), and Level 3 (grades 9-12).
4. Members are to exhibit a poster that will educate the reader on a horse industry topic. Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally
and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Space should be left in the lower righthand corner to
place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. All posters must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained,
giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and
professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster. A judge is not to
discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed.
5. Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
6. Neatness and cleanliness are important.
7. A poster that is vertical rather than horizontal and/or is significantly over- or under-sized may not receive higher than a blue ribbon.
Showmanship Guidelines
1. This aspect of the Horse and Pony Program is designed to progressively develop the showmanship skills of the 4-H member and to
progressively develop the animal’s level of performance.
2. Entries are to be pre-registered in FairEntry by July 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines.
3. Showmanship classes: Level 1 (grades 3-5), Level 2 (grades 6-8), and Level 3 (grades 9-12).
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4. After July 1, patterns will be posted on the Lake County 4-H website: https://extension.purdue.edu/lake.
5. In addition to the pattern tasks, judging will also be based on the 4-H member’s ability to show and follow instructions, the appearance of
the show person, and the appearance and condition of the horse/pony.
6. The judge will not ask questions to the members.
7. When showing English at Showmanship, it is an option to use a flat leather halter or a bridle.
Equitation Guidelines
1. Members may choose one of the following: Western Horsemanship, English Equitation, Ranch Pleasure, Walk/Trot Equitation,
Reinsmanship, Gymkhana, Trail, or In-Hand Trail.
2. Entries are to be pre-registered in FairEntry by July 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines.
3. After July 1, patterns will be posted on Lake County 4-H website: https://extension.purdue.edu/lake.
4. The horse’s conformation and breed type are not judged in this class. However, the horse’s ability to perform the tasks required by level
should be considered when selecting an animal. Riders should be satisfied that the animal they have chosen is or can be trained to perform
the maneuvers indicated.
5. Riders may be required to perform individual workouts. All riders will perform identical workouts in a given class.
6. Western Horsemanship, English Equitation, Ranch Pleasure, and Walk/Trot Equitation classes will be broken down as follows: Level 1
(grades 3-5), Level 2 (grades 6-8), and Level 3 (grades 9-12).
7. Reinsmanship, Gymkhana, Trail, and In-Hand Trail classes will not be broken down by grade levels.
8. In addition to the pattern tasks, judging will also be based on the 4-H member’s ability to show and follow instructions, the appearance of
the show person, and the appearance and condition of the horse/pony.
9. Styles of riding that are acceptable in this program are Western and all types of English. For a complete list of acceptable Western and
English tack and attire and all types of English tack and attire, please refer to the Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook, current edition.
10. Walk-Trot Equitation riders will participate only in “WTP” designated Competitive classes (no canter classes).
11. Reinsmanship will use the Pleasure Driving section of the Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook, current edition. Basic driving skills will
be judged. The class will include rail work and a pattern. Drivers are allowed a header and a passenger.
12. Trail and In-Hand Trail will use the Trail and In-Hand Trail sections of the Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook, current edition.
13. Ranch Pleasure will use the Ranch Pleasure section of the Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook, current edition. Braided or banded
manes and tail extensions are discouraged. There will be a pattern, and there may be rail work.
14. Gymkhana will be run as three separate events: Barrels, Pole Bending, and Speed and Action. Each rider will perform individually. This
class is designed to show responsiveness in the gymkhana horse as well as the proper use of hands, seat, and legs of the rider. The rider is
expected to demonstrate speed, smoothness, maneuverability, and control as well as accuracy of the completed pattern.
15. The Gymkhana Speed and Action event will follow all the state guidelines with the exception of stopping in the box. For Lake County 4-H
Horse & Pony, members will only be required to stop in the box and remain in the box for 3 seconds. The 3 second count begins once all 4
feet enter the box. The horse does not have to be standing still on all fours. Members are permitted to turn their horse as necessary to keep
it in the box until dismissed. If the horse steps out of the box before dismissed, a seven second penalty will be added. If the horse runs
through the box at a canter/lope or trot, then a “no time” will be issued.
16. Gymkhana grading system:
Rider receives a time score for each of the three events. Those scores are added together into an overall score.
Broken pattern will result in a “no time” for that event.
Spurring or striking the animal forward of the cinch will result in a “no time” for that event.
Members receiving a “no time” for any one of the 3 events will not be able to receive any grade higher than a “B” project grade; members
receiving a “no time” for any two of the 3 events will not be able to receive any grade higher than a “C” project grade.
“No time” scores will be recorded at the slowest run time in that event plus 5 seconds for scoring purposes to calculate project grades.
A champion and reserve champion will be awarded based on the lowest overall score (fastest time). The rider with the lowest overall score
is champion. The rider with the second lowest overall score is reserve champion. An “A Honor” must be achieved in order for a Champion
and Reserve Champion to be given out.
AH = 100 to 110% off a combined average of the two highest overall scores
A = 111 to 125% off a combined average of the two highest overall scores
B = 126 to 140% off a combined average of the two highest overall scores
C = 141% and up off a combined average of the two highest overall scores
Competitive Classes Guidelines
1. Competitive classes are a fun show that is held at the Fair for members in addition to the project classes.
2. To be eligible to participate in Competitive classes, members must first complete H&P Demonstration and/or Educational Poster. They
must also participate in Showmanship and/or Equitation classes. Exceptions may be made if Competitive classes are offered prior to their
Showmanship/Equitation classes or in the case of illness of member or horse, with Superintendent’s approval and doctor/vet release.
3. If Competitive classes need to be split, they will be Junior Riders (Grade 3-7) and Senior Riders (Grade 8-12). Members are encouraged to
enter as many classes as they wish.
4. Members are to use their own horse for Competitive Classes.
5. Show attire is not required. Boots are required in all classes. Helmets are required whenever mounted, riding, or driving. This includes
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costume class.
6. Versatility Class: This Competitive class will consist of English Pleasure, Western Pleasure, and Barrels. Members must participate in all
three. As each member enters the ring, the announcer will read an introduction paragraph written from the horse’s perspective (please turn
in typed or neatly written introduction to the Arena Office in advance). After English Pleasure, members will change into Western attire
inside the ring. Each member is allowed up to two helpers.
7. Versatility Scoring: The judge will place English Pleasure and Western Pleasure up to ten placings. The Barrels class will also be placed up
to ten but the clock will determine the placing. A point value will be given for each placing: 1
st
= 0 points, 2
nd
= 2 points, 3
rd
= 3 points, 4
th
= 4
points, 5
th
= 5 points, 6
th
= 6 points, 7
th
= 7 points, 8
th
= 8 points, 9
th
= 9 points, 10
th
= 10 points, 11
th
and up= 11 points. Lowest accumulation
of points will be the Versatility winner. The Barrels placing will serve as tie breaker if needed.
8. Free Style Class: This is a mounted or unmounted class that the 4-H member choreographs to music (no longer than 4 minutes) chosen by
the member to have a "feeling" they present to the public. Songs have to be appropriate for 4-H audience.
JUNIOR LEADERS
Description:
The Junior Leader project allows 4-H members in grades 7-12 the opportunity to provide their Adult 4-H Volunteers with additional assistance
in their 4-H Clubs and related activities while serving as mentors and role models to the younger 4-H members by sharing their experiences
with them. Many counties offer county-wide opportunities for Jr. Leaders to meet and serve the community.
State Fair Entries:
No state fair entries.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Junior leaders develop skills in the areas of civic engagement, leadership, entrepreneurship and more through a variety of hands-on
experiences throughout the year.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Contact your county 4-H youth development educator to learn more about our county’s Junior Leaders project.
MINI 4-H:
1. Mini 4-H is a program designed to encourage positive development of children in kindergarten through second grade. Mini 4-H members and
family work together to complete their project. Please see the Mini 4-H Handbook for more information.
2. One item may be exhibited for each project. Projects are not judged but instead discussed with the child. Each exhibit receives an identical
ribbon.
3. All exhibits must have a Lake County Mini 4-H exhibit label securely attached. Poster exhibits must be 11"x14" to be displayed horizontally,
with stiff backing and clear plastic covering, with the Mini 4-H exhibit label must be attached in lower right-hand corner.
4. Mini 4-H Projects include the following:
Arts and Crafts (up to 2 entries) Artificial Floral Design Beef Bicycle
Cake Decorating Cat Collections Dairy
Dinosaurs Dog Foods Forestry
Genealogy Goat Health & Safety Horse & Pony
Insects Legos/Models Microwave Cooking Oceans
Plants & Flowers Poultry Reading Together Sewing
Sheep Small Animal (Bird,Guinea Pig, Hamster, Gerbil, Reptiles, Mice)
Soil & Water Conservation Swine Wildlife Wreaths
Mini 4-H: Horse & Pony offers the opportunity to explore the Horse & Pony project in an educational and non-competitive environment.
Exhibitors will receive identical ribbons. The member does not need a live animal to participate. Exhibit options:
1. Mini 4-H H&P Demonstration: Three-minute or less show and tell. Bring your favorite horse item or photo to talk about. Held in conjunction
with H&P Demonstration Day, generally in March.
2. Mini 4-H H&P Poster: Create an 11x14” poster about horses or a horse-related topic (see poster guidelines above). Check in at Mini 4-H
Exhibit Judging. Posters will be displayed in the 4-H Building during the Fair.
3. Mini 4-H H&P Stick Horse, Mini 4-H H&P Lead Line (with live animal), and Mini 4-H H&P Lead Line Showmanship (with live animal) classes
will be included in the 4-H Horse and Pony Show at the Lake County Fair. Members are encouraged to participate in all three options.
4. Members who exhibit in Demonstration, Poster, and at least one of the Fair classes will receive the Mini 4-H 3-Part Award.
Exhibiting live horses or ponies:
1. Mini 4-H members must be assisted by a parent, legal guardian, or other adult designated in writing by parent or legal guardian. The word
assisted means that the adult has control of the animal at all times. Side walkers are also encouraged.
2. The “Mini 4-H Liability Release Form” must be completed and signed by a parent/legal guardian before participation.
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3. Horses must be identified by the Mini 4-H member in 4-HOnline by May 15. Certificate of Completion of Indiana 4-H Requirements for
Exhibition of 4-H Horse and Pony (“Vaccination Form”) due July 1 to the Extension Office. Class selections are due July 1 in FairEntry.
4. All 4-H members are required to wear a properly fitted ASTM or SEI standard F1163 (or above) certified equestrian helmet whenever
mounted or driving at all 4-H horse and pony events, shows, or activities. Original tags must be present in all approved helmets. The 4-H
member is responsible to see that this specified headgear is properly fitted with the approved harness fastened in place whenever mounted.
5. Exhibitors must wear the proper English or Western attire. Approved footwear must be worn whenever handling or riding animals.
NEEDLE CRAFT (see also COUNTY PROJECT: NEEDLE CRAFT OTHER)
Description:
Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing creativity in needle crafts.
State Fair Entries:
2 entries per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A. This information card is to describe work completed so the judge
can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.
Hand crafted knitting, embroidery, crocheting, needlepoint, crewel, candle wicking, chicken scratching, hand quilting, tatting, huck embroidery,
and hemstitching are suggested exhibits. Entries may also include pulled, drawn and counted thread work and punch needle work. Needle craft
exhibits do not include latch hook, plastic canvas, machine knitting, machine quilting, or arm knitting/crocheting.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate needle craft.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate needle craft.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate needle craft.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Description:
This project teaches youth how to take quality photographs with a camera or digital device.
State Fair Entries:
2 beginner per county. 3 intermediate per county. 3 advanced per county.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Space
should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
All images are to be original images taken by the 4-H member during the current program year. Captions are not recommended.
Print board exhibits are to include 10 photos mounted on a poster as described above, each no larger than 5”x7”. Number each print 1-10.
Prints may be a mix of digital and/or standard development. Create a title of choice for the print board exhibit. Space should be left in the lower
right hand corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Salon prints are to be no larger than 11”x14”, mounted on a standard 16”x20” salon mount, and displayed vertically. Salon prints are to be
placed in a clear plastic sleeve and captions are not recommended. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an exhibit tag
provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Images may be taken with a film camera, digital camera, cell phone, or other electronic device. Altering of images by any other means besides
the device it was taken with is to be entered in the creative/experimental category. Creative/experimental exhibits must include the original
photo on the back side of the board, a description of how the image was altered, and equipment/software used to alter the image.
Editing photos such as cropping, color adjustment, and other enhancements are considered to be part of the normal photography educational
learning process and are permissible. So judges can better evaluate a photography exhibit, the 4-H member is asked to attach to the back of
their salon or print board exhibit the make and model of camera used and a description of any editing.
A photo that has been modified to change the original intent, meaning or story captured should be entered in the creative or experimental class.
Photos exhibited as creative or experimental are to attach to the back of their exhibit the make and model of camera used, software or other
tools used to change the photo, a description of how the photo was changed, and copy of the original photo before editing.
Sepia tone photographs (mono chromatic) are to be entered as black and white photos.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
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than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Choose one or more of the following:
• Black and White Print Board
• Color Print Board
• Black and White Salon Print
• Color Salon Print
• Creative/Experimental Salon Print
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Choose one or more of the following:
• Black and White Print Board
• Color Print Board
• Black and White Salon Print
• Color Salon Print
• Creative/Experimental Salon Print
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Choose one or more of the following:
• Black and White Print Board
• Color Print Board
• Black and White Salon Print
• Color Salon Print
• Creative/Experimental Salon Print
POULTRY
Logbook and record sheet required to be turned in to Extension Office by July 1. Logbook guidelines available on county’s website.
1. Exhibit classes must be entered in FairEntry and exhibitors must complete Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for the Quality Care for
Animals (YQCA) by July 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility.
2. All Poultry educational options are due at Poultry Check-in. See Livestock General Rules for more information.
3. The Indiana Code requires all poultry except waterfowl to originate from NPIP approved flocks, or to be tested and certified pullorum free
within 90 days of 4-H Poultry Show. No poultry will be entered without a copy of VS Form 9-2, Flock Selecting and Test Report.
4. All exhibitors in the poultry project are to work as a host or helper for a two-hour shift during the fair. Sign up for available shift at time of check
in.
5. No birds will be removed from cages without the permission of the superintendents.
6. A 4-H member may exhibit one pair of birds in each class –except two pairs in all Exhibition classes and two pair in all Exotic fowl classes.
7. At the superintendents' discretion, 4-H members' flocks will be checked after the May 1 deadline. All poultry are to be owned and being cared
for by the 4-H member by May 1—except live broilers, live roasters, heavy market duck, and Exotic young birds to be owned by later dates.
8. Any birds showing signs of disease, illness or parasite infestation may be removed from the poultry show at superintendent discretion.
9. Poultry members must be present for judging.
10. The poultry logbook should include all poultry data and record sheet. Logbook must be complete before member can exhibit in the 4-H
poultry show. Logbook must be turned in to the office by July 1st.
11. Anyone selling birds in the 4-H Livestock Auction must show in three non-Auction classes. These three classes can be in any combination of
live, poster or educational display. It is safer if exhibit is removed for processing or isolated for two weeks before returning to the home flock.
12. All market poultry sold through auction must be processed at an inspected facility. Dressed Broiler and Dressed Rooster classes sold at
auction must be processed at an inspected facility. They must be packaged in a sealed bag and unopened for judging or before sold.
13. All 4-H members selling poultry in auction must be present for sale when their birds are selling or their birds will be pulled from the sale.
Another 4-H member may substitute in an emergency OK’d by the superintendent.
14. Exhibits not called for after schedule release time will be disposed of at the discretion of the superintendent. Please be prompt in removing
exhibits. Birds must be signed out with Superintendent for release.
15. Poultry member may show any species of poultry for Showmanship, but it must be brought to the table.
16. Poultry showmanship activity sign-ups are to be listed in FairEntry with all other Poultry entries. All poultry members are pre-registered but
must verify their participation in FairEntry.
17. Master Showmanship is offered.
Educational Posters: Poultry Educational Posters are to be brought on poster judging day. See “General Rules” for poster requirements. All
posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
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author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook,
or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.
Production/Breeding
1. Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded in each class.
2. Grand and Reserve Grand Champion egg production will be selected from Champions in Classes 1-4.
3. Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Breeding Birds will be selected from Champions in Classes 5-9.
4. Only recognized commercial breeds, crosses and hybrids may be shown in Classes 1-9.
Class 1 Pullets – White egg layers--two pullets of one breed (egg-meat type) that lay white shelled eggs and hatched between January 1
and April 1.
Class 2 Pullets – Colored egg layers--two pullets of one breed (egg-meat type) that lay colored shelled eggs, hatched between January 1
and April 1.
Class 3 Layers – White egg layers--two hens of one breed (egg-meat type) that lay white shelled eggs, in laying condition and hatched
before January 1.
Class 4 Layers – Colored egg layers--two hens of one breed (egg-meat type) that lay colored shelled eggs, in laying condition, and hatched
before January 1.
Class 5 Breeding Flock -- one hen in laying condition and one cock bird of the same breed and hatched before January 1 (egg-meat type).
Class 6 Mature Turkeys -- two mature birds of the same breed, one male and one female, and hatched before January 1. Must be a breed
listed in the "American Standard of Perfection".
Class 7 Mature Heavy Ducks -- two mature birds of the same breed, one male and one female, hatched before January 1. The breeds include
Aylesbury, Muscovy, Pekin and Rouen.
Class 8 Mature Geese- two mature birds of the same breed, one male and one female, hatched before January 1.
Class 9 Mature Guinea Fowl- two mature birds of the same breed, one male and one female, hatched before January 1.
Class 10 Egg - 1 entry per member. Exhibit 6 eggs in a foam or cardboard egg carton, narrow end down. Eggs will be judged on shell quality,
size, uniformity and interior quality. All poultry eggs will be judged together.
Market Pens
1. Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded in each class.
2. Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Market Chicken will be selected from the Champions in Classes 1-4 only.
3. Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Other Market Bird will be selected from the champions in classes 5-7.
4. The birds in this section will be judged for market quality. Birds shown in classes 1 through 5 must meet weight requirements. If they do not
meet these requirements, they cannot receive a Champion or Reserve Champion or Honor. As long as they receive an A in judging they may
still sell in the auction.
5. All birds will be weighed at time of check in.
6. Poultry dust must not be applied to market birds later than ten days prior to processing or as labeled.
7. All market poultry and market geese sold through auction must be processed at a State-inspected facility.
8. All 4-H members selling poultry in auction must be present for sale when their birds are selling or their birds will be pulled from the sale.
Another 4-H member may substitute in an emergency OK’d by the superintendent.
Class 1 Live Broilers - two birds of the same sex and breed, weighing between 3 lbs. and 6 lbs.
Class 2 Live Roasters - two birds of the same sex and breed, weighing over 6 lbs.
Class 3 Dressed Broilers - whole, dressed, and solidly-frozen birds, including giblets, weighing between 2 & 5 lbs., packaged in transparent
sealed bags. Label each bird with name tag. Check in for dressed broilers will be 8:15 a.m. Please bring in coolers packed with ice.
Pick up immediately after judging.
Class 4 Dressed Roasters - two whole, dressed, and solidly-frozen birds, including giblets, weighing over 5lbs., packaged in transparent sealed
bags. Label each bird with name tag. Check in for dressed roasters will be 8:15 am. Please bring in coolers packed with ice. Pick up
immediately after judging.
Class 5 Market Turkey - two young birds of the same breed, two toms or two hens, hatched after January 1. The exhibit must be a recognized
turkey breed and weigh at least 16 lbs.
Class 6 Heavy Market Duck - two young birds of the same breed, two birds of the same sex, hatched between February 1 and June 1. Breeds
include Aylesbury, Muscovy, Pekin and Rouen.
Class 7 Market Geese - two young geese of the same breed, same sex, hatched after January 1.
Exhibition Classes
1. A Champion and a Reserve Champion will be awarded in each class.
2. A Grand Champion and a Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from the Champions in the Exhibition Chicken. A Grand Champion and
Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from the Champions in the Exhibition Duck.
3. A member may show two pens in each class, but each pen must be a different breed or variety.
Exhibition Chickens: The birds in this section, Classes 1-5, will be judged by the "American Standard of Perfection" authorized by American
Poultry Association.
Class 1 Bantam-two mature birds of the same breed, one hen and one cock bird, hatched before January 1. Each member may exhibit two
pens in this class, but each pen must be of a different variety.
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Class 2 Standard Fancy - two mature birds of the same breed, one hen and one cock bird, hatched before January 1. Each member may
exhibit two pens in this class, but each pen must be of a different variety.
Exhibition Ducks: (Note: Standard Mallards are considered wild game.)
Class 3 Bantam Ducks -two mature birds of the same breed, one male and one female, hatched before January 1. The breeds include Calls,
East India and Mallard. Member may exhibit two pens in this class, but each pen must be of a different breed or variety.
Class 4 Light Ducks -two mature birds of the same breed, one male and one female, hatched before Jan. 1. The breeds include Campbell,
Magpie, and Runner.
Class 5 Medium Ducks -two mature ducks of the same breed, one male and one female, hatched before January 1. The breeds include Buff,
Cayuga, Crested and Swedish.
Exotic Fowl
1. Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons will be awarded in each class. A Grand Champion and a Reserve Grand Champion will be selected
from Champions.
2. This project is intended for wild game fowl, or other fowl not covered in the standard poultry or waterfowl projects. No pigeons.
3. Birds must be purebred; no crossbreeds.
4. All exhibits in this class will compete with each other regardless of breed. They will be judged on quality and breed characteristics. Clipped
flights or pinioned wing shall not handicap the specimen.
5. A member may show two pens in each class, but each pen must be a different breed or variety.
6. For any exhibits that require special cages or feed (other than the standard cages and feed used in the Poultry Department), the 4-H member
must contact the 4-H Poultry Superintendent and make arrangements for the member to provide own cage and/or food.
7. For a list of wild game or other fowl see Poultry Superintendent.
8. 4-H members exhibiting Exotic Other Fowl must be sure to obtain necessary State and/or Federal permits to raise and exhibit exotic birds.
Check
with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources for additional information.
9. Birds are to be owned and cared for by the 4-H member by May 1st, except young birds, by July 1st.
Class 1 Young - two young birds of the same breed of either sex, hatched between January 1 and July 1.
Class 2 Mature - two mature birds of the same breed, one male and one female, hatched before January 1.
RABBITS
Record Sheet required at Fair Check-In (if not exhibiting live animals, project manuals are required for completion and must be turned into
Extension Office by July 1).
1. Exhibit classes must be entered in FairEntry and exhibitors must complete Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for the Quality Care for
Animals (YQCA) by July 1. See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility. All Rabbit educational options are due at
Rabbit Check-in. See Livestock General Rules for more information.
2. All Rabbits are to stay at the fair from Check-in to Check-out as listed in the Schedule of Lake County 4-H Events.
(Rabbit Check-in is 9:00am-12:00pm on the first Monday of fair. Check-out is with all other Livestock, 1:00pm, the last Sunday of fair.)
3. 4-Hers are allowed to show up to 20 breed entries with only one entry per class. Only 1 entry for Companion rabbits.
4. 4-Hers can own or lease their rabbit, but must be caring for them by May 15.
5. All rabbits must be permanently tattooed for identification in the left ear before checking in rabbit.
6. 4-Hers are required to care for their own rabbit(s) when housed at the fair. This includes feed, water, and cleaning of the cages.
Superintendents will oversee.
7. Only breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association Inc., are able to be shown in the Breed Class and will be judged
according to ARBA guidelines.
8. Any rabbit showing signs of poor health, will not be eligible to show or be housed at the Fair.
9. Superintendents will not be responsible for rabbits after exhibit release time.
10. A rabbit may not be shown by more than one 4-Her.
11. Rabbits can compete in 4-H livestock costume contest.
12. All exhibitors in the rabbit project are required to work/host for a 2-hour shift in the barn.
13. 4-Hers are required to wear a long-sleeved shirt when showing their rabbit (lab coats or long-sleeved white shirts are suggested attire).
14. Auction Information: Market rabbits that will sell at the auction will be weighed during the show. If weight requirements for the class are met,
Meat Pens, Single Fryers, and Roasters will be eligible for auction. Members wishing to sell their rabbits at the auction should indicate their
plans to the superintendent at Check-in at the Fair, and must sign their Auction Card within one hour after the Rabbit Show. Members who do
not designate will not be added to the sale order. It is the responsibility of the 4-Her to check that all information is on the auction card before
leaving the rabbit show.
15. We are continuously updating our Facebook page with news and information. We encourage parents/guardians to join us there to stay up to
date. Facebook page is: Lake County 4-H Rabbit Project
Rabbit Educational Posters: Rabbit Educational Posters are to be brought on poster judging day. See “General Rules” for poster requirements.
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original
author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,
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books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook,
or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.
Showmanship Activity: 4-H members must use their own rabbit that has been exhibited in the 4-H Rabbit show. Showmanship will take place
after the 4-H Rabbit Show. Showmanship order will be Senior, Intermediate, Junior, and the Master.
Master Showmanship class is offered for previous winners of Senior Showmanship.
Best of Breed (BOB) and Best of Opposite Sex (BOS) will be awarded in the Four Class Breeds and Six Class Breeds sections. Grand
Champion and Reserve Grand Champion will be awarded for Meat Pen, Fryer, and Roaster Market Classes. A Best of Show and Reserve Best
of Show will be awarded.
Six Class Breeds:
Sub-Class 1 Senior Buck over 8 months
Sub-Class 2 Senior Doe over 8 months
Sub-Class 3 Intermediate Buck 6-8 months
Sub-Class 4 Intermediate Doe 6-8 months
Sub-Class 5 Junior Buck under 6 months
Sub-Class 6 Junior Doe under 6 months
Market Classes
Meat Pen: Open to rabbit project member in the live exhibit. Only one entry in this section. A Meat Pen is made up of three rabbits, all of the
same breed and same variety, each rabbit weighing a minimum of 3.5 pounds and a maximum of 5.5 pounds and not over ten weeks of age on
the day of the show.
Single Fryer Class: Open to rabbit project members in the live exhibit. Single Fryer may come out of the Meat Pen but will count as one of the 20
rabbits. Only one entry in the section. The rabbit should weigh a minimum weight of 3.5 pounds and a maximum weight 5.5 pounds and not be
over ten weeks of age on the day of the show.
Roaster Class: Open to rabbit project members in the live exhibit. Only one entry in this section. The rabbit should weigh a minimum of 5.5
pounds and a maximum of 9 pounds and not over six months of age on the day of the show.
Four Class Breeds:
Sub-Class 1 Senior Buck 6 months or over
Sub-Class 2 Senior Doe 6 months or over
Sub-Class 3 Junior Buck under 6 months
Sub-Class 4 Junior Doe under 6 months
Fancy Three: Open to Rabbit project members of two years or more in the live exhibit. Only one entry in this section. The exhibit is made up of
three rabbits of the same Four Class Breed and variety. Rabbits must be junior age (over 2 months and under 6 months).
Doe and Litter: Open to Rabbit project members in the live exhibit. Doe will count as one of the 20 rabbits but not the kits. Only one entry in this
section. Exhibit shall consist of one doe and a litter of three or more young rabbits. The litter shall be 5-7 weeks old at the time of the fair. Doe
and Litters must arrive the day of the show, and leave once the show has completed.
Companion Rabbit
1. All rabbits are eligible. This class is designed, but not limited to, rabbits that do not fall under the guidelines set forth by the ARBA show
standards.
2. The Companion class will follow the Breed Show.
3. Only 1 entry per member. Rabbit cannot be shown in both breed and companion class.
4. All general online entry rules apply.
Companion class will be judged on how the rabbit and member interact at the judging table based on questions provided. Overall health of rabbit
will be taken into consideration.
All companion rabbits will be shown in one class. Awards of Champion and Res. Champion will be given.
SEWING
Sewing, Non-Wearable
Description:
The sewing project teaches fabric selection, pattern selection and sewing machine use to construct items used around the home or other
purposes.
State Fair Entries:
10 exhibits per county; one per grade level
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Exhibit Guidelines:
Older youth enrolled in the 4-H sewing project for the first time may not feel comfortable demonstrating their assigned grade level skills. In this
instance the county 4-H youth development educator may, at the request of the 4-H member and parent, assign the member to a lower level
grade level to develop fundamental skills.
Provide a completed sewing skills card, 4-H 925c-W, with the exhibit. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the
exhibitor.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Grade 3
Create one non-wearable sewn item demonstrating at least 2 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W.
Grade 4
Create one non-wearable sewn item, or set of items, demonstrating at least 2 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in
addition to those learned in the prior grade.
Grade 5
Create one non-wearable sewn item, or set of items, demonstrating at least 3 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in
addition to those learned in prior grades.
Grade 6
Create one non-wearable sewn item, or set of items, demonstrating at least 4 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in
addition to those learned in prior grades.
Grade 7
Create one non-wearable sewn item, or set of items, demonstrating at least 5 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in
addition to those learned in prior grades.
Grades 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12:
Create one non-wearable sewn item, or set of items, demonstrating at least 6 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in
addition to those learned in prior grades:
Sewing, Wearable:
Description:
The sewing project teaches fabric selection, pattern selection and sewing machine use to construct garments and outfits to be worn by the 4-H
member or another person.
State Fair Entries:
5 junior exhibits per county; one per grade level. 6 senior exhibits per county; one per category.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Older youth enrolled in the 4-H sewing project for the first time may not feel comfortable demonstrating their assigned grade level skills. In this
instance the county 4-H youth development educator may, at the request of the 4-H member and parent, assign the member to a lower level
grade level to develop fundamental skills.
Provide a completed sewing skills card, 4-H 925c-W, with the exhibit. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the
exhibitor.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather
than a requirement.
Junior Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Grade 3
Create one clothing article to be worn by the 4-H member or another person demonstrating at least 2 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques,
4-H-925-SC-W.
Grade 4
Create one clothing article to be worn by the 4-H member or another person demonstrating at least 2 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques,
4-H-925-SC-W, in addition to those learned in the prior grade.
Grade 5
Create one clothing article or a simple two piece outfit to be worn by the 4-H member or another person demonstrating at least 3 skills from
Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in addition to those learned in prior grades.
Grade 6
Create two garments that can be worn together to be worn by the 4-H member or another person demonstrating at least 4 skills from Sewing
Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in addition to those learned in prior grades.
Grade 7
Create an outfit that can be worn by the 4-H member or another person demonstrating at least 5 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-
925-SC-W, in addition to those learned in prior grades.
Senior Exhibit Category Class Guidelines (grades 8-12 suggested):
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Youth may enter an exhibit in one or more categories. Create an outfit from one of the categories defined below that can be worn by the exhibitor
or another person demonstrating at least 6 skills from Sewing Skills and Techniques, 4-H-925-SC-W, in addition to those learned in prior grades.
All senior sewing outfits exhibited in Fashion Revue must be made and worn by the exhibitor.
DEFINITION OF AN OUTFIT: An outfit is a garment or garments that when put together make a complete look - such as one or two piece
dress, or one or two piece pant suit, or a three piece combination, such as pants, vest, and blouse or shirt.
Informal or Casual Wear:
A complete outfit of 1 or 2 pieces suitable for school, weekend, or casual, informal activities. In this category, a complete outfit is defined
as a garment or garments that when put together make a complete look - such as one or two piece dress, or one or two piece pant suit, or
a combination, such as pants, vest, and blouse or shirt.
Dress Up:
This is suitable for special, church, or social occasions that are not considered to be formal. It may be an outfit of one or more pieces with
or without its own costume coat or jacket (lined or unlined). This is not an outfit that would be worn to school, weekend, or casual, informal
activities.
Free Choice:
A complete outfit comprised of garments that do not fit in the other classifications. A complete outfit is defined as a garment or garments
that when put together make a complete look - such as one or two piece dress, or one or two piece pant suit, or a three piece
combination, such as pants, vest, and blouse or shirt. Individual garment examples include: tennis wear, swim wear, athletic or
sportswear, lounge wear, riding habits, historic, dance, theatrical, or international costumes, capes, and unlined coats.
Suit or Coat:
The suit consists of two pieces including a skirt or pants and its own lined jacket. It is not a dress with jacket as in "dress up wear". The
coat is a separate lined coat. It will be judged separately as a coat with its own accessories.
Separates:
Consists of three garments that must be worn as a coordinated complete outfit. In this category, a complete outfit is defined as a garment
or garments that when put together make a complete look - a three piece combination, such as pants, vest, and blouse or shirt. Each
piece should be versatile enough to be worn with other garments.
Formal Wear:
This outfit may be one or more pieces suitable for any formal occasion, such as proms, weddings, and formal evening functions.
SHEEP
Record Sheet required at Fair Check-In (if not exhibiting live animals, project manuals are required for completion and must be turned into
Extension Office by July 1).
1. Animals must be identified by the 4-H member in 4-HOnline by the state Animal ID date (May 15). Exhibit classes must be entered in
FairEntry and exhibitors must complete Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for the Quality Care for Animals (YQCA) by July 1.
See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility.
2. All Sheep educational options are due at Sheep Check-in. See Livestock General Rules for more information.
3. All livestock superintendents will be responsible for checking registration papers. The superintendent shall make decisions concerning
the eligibility of sheep for various breed classes at time of weigh-in. Any sheep that is seen as not properly bred or carrying too few breed
characteristics will be moved to a crossbred class.
4. Any sheep showing signs of disease, illness or problems may be removed from the sheep barn/show at superintendent discretion.
5. No beating, squeezing, pumping or muzzles are permitted. The direct application of ice, ice water, ice blankets, alcohol, Freon or any
other refrigerant to the hide of a lamb is strictly prohibited. On the day of the sheep show, the wash racks will be closed at the start of the
show, unless otherwise approved by the superintendent.
6. Members wishing to exercise their animals may do so in the mornings before 9:00 am or evenings in the show arena after all activities
are finished for the night. Sheep are not allowed to leave the barn for any reason without superintendent permission.
7.Sheep members shall feed and clean pens by 9:00 am on a daily basis while at the Fair. All sheep pens will be bedded with shavings.
8. Each 4-H member shall be responsible for keeping aisles and equipment areas cleaned.
9. All animals must be halter broken and led into the ring.
10. Member must show his or her own lamb in the showmanship class.
11. Animals shown in pair or pen classes must have been shown as individual ewe lambs, or yearling ewes, or market lambs and the pair
or pen must be entered and shown by the same 4-H exhibitor. This does not include the exception for the flock classes.
12. A Grand and Reserve Grand Champion will be awarded to the market lamb, pen of two market lambs, carcass, rate of gain, ewe, ram,
pen of ewes, and pair of ewe classes, Lake County Born & Raised market lamb and ewe lamb. A Champion will be awarded in each breed
class.
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13. Animals and tack will not be removed from the barn before 1:00 pm, as decided by the Fair Board, on the last Sunday of the Fair.
Exhibitors are expected to continue to care for all animals brought by that exhibitor including animals that sell at the auction. Members will
be expected to stay with their animals until they are loaded out to the destination points. Members will be required to help break down the
pens after the animals have been shipped.
Breeding Animals
1. 4-H exhibitor must be in possession of all breeding stock by May 1. Purebred and crossbred breeding stock lambs must be born after
Sept.1 of the previous year. Yearlings must be born after Sept.1 of the 2 years previous.
2. Crossbred animals are considered a breed. (The registered ram in the crossbred flock may be shown in his breed class).
3. Each 4-H farm family is allowed one shared flock. This means that one child may exhibit some of the flock animals and
another child may show the rest with one child then combining the animals to create a flock. The entire flock must be owned and housed
on the same farm by one family. There are no livestock partnerships or premise agreements outside of the family farm allowed.
Breeds: Blackface Crossbred Hampshire Suffolk
Whiteface Crossbred Southdown Natural Colored
Shropshire Dorset All Other Breeds
Class 1 - One Ram Lamb
Class 2 - One Yearling Ram
Class 3 - One Ewe Lamb
Class 4 - One Yearling Ewe
Class 5 - One Aged Ewe
Class 6 - Pen of two Ewe Lambs
Class 7- Pen of two Yearling Ewe Lambs
Class 8- Pair of Ewes (Yearling Ewe and Ewe Lamb)
Class 9 - Young Flock - shown with One Ram, One Ewe Lamb, One Yearling Ewe, and One Aged Ewe
Lake County Born & Raised
1. Eligible ewe lambs must have been born and raised in Lake County by a Lake County 4-H member. Ownership of ram and ewe does
not matter in this class.
2. Designation if your sheep is LC Born & Raised will need to be made in FairEntry due July 1.
Market Animals
1.All market lambs, including both ewes and wethers, purchased for the project must be purchased before May 1 of the current year.
2. Market lambs must be in slick shorn condition and without blankets upon arrival at the fair.
3. Animals in market lamb classes will be judged on market quality and value at the time of the show.
4. A spring ewe can only be shown once, as either a market lamb or a breeding ewe lamb. This determination should be when entering
the ewe lamb into FairEntry. Final determination must be made at weigh-in at the fair.
5. All wethers entered in the market show must be wethered at the time of tagging. Any wethers showing evidence of testicular tissue at
show time will be placed at bottom of class and will not be eligible for auction.
6. Members wishing to sell their lambs at the auction should indicate their plans to the superintendent at weigh-in at the fair if possible but
must be done within one hour after the sheep show. Members who do not designate will not be added to the sale order.
7. Market lambs and ewe lambs that will sell at the auction will be weighed when checked in at the fair. Market lambs weighing 80
pounds or more may be eligible for the auction.
8. All lambs being sold must be withdrawn from any medications according to label instructions.
Single Market Lambs -
1. All Market Lambs will be shown by breeds and should be entered into Fair Entry.
2. Tentative breeds are Blackface Crossbreds Hampshire Suffolk
Whiteface Crossbred Southdown Natural Colored
Shropshire Dorset AOB
(For Natural Colored qualifications: over 90% of animal is gray, blue or black.)
3. Lambs will be weighed and divided into classes by superintendents.
Market Lamb Rate of Gain
1. All single market lambs including carcass lambs are eligible for this class. Advance entries should be made in FairEntry due July 1.
Winners will be called to the show ring at the Fair for awards.
Pen of Two Market Lambs - All Breeds
1. All pens must be designated by the exhibitor at weigh-in on Monday of the Fair, or they will not show.
A lamb can only be shown once in a Pen of 2 Market Lambs
Sheep Carcass
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1. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded on rail. One through ten placing will be awarded on hoof and rail.
2. Advance entries should be made in FairEntry due July 1. Determination of animal identification must be made at weigh-in at Fair.
3. Weight of Market lamb for carcass show will be a minimum of 90 pounds.
4. All other general rules applying to market lamb classes also apply to the carcass class.
Lake County Born & Raised
1. Eligible lambs must have been born and raised in Lake County by a Lake County 4-H member. Ownership of ram and ewe does not
matter in this class.
2. Designation if your sheep is LC Born & Raised will need to be made in FairEntry due July 1.
Sheep Posters
Please see the General Exhibit Guidelines listed in this handbook for posters. Posters can be completed on any sheep related topic.
Consult the project superintendent for suggestions. Posters are to be 22” x 28” and displayed horizontally, have a stiff backing of
cardboard or foamboard and placed in a clear plastic sleeve. A current Lake County 4- H exhibit label, provided by the Extension Office,
must be placed in the lower right corner. If references are used, list these on the back of the poster.
SMALL ENGINE
Description:
The 4-H Small Engine project creates the education and hands-on opportunity for youth to learn all about engines.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last
page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are
listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
The actual small engine may be displayed if mounted on a stable base. For safety reasons, all fluids (fuel and oil) must be removed
before taking the exhibit inside a building. A notebook is to accompany the engine display and include details and pictures of what was
done to the engine.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any small engine topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate or a rebuilt small
engine.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any small engine topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate or a rebuilt small
engine.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any small engine topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate or a rebuilt small
engine. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE
Description:
The soil and water science project teaches youth about soil, water, and environmental stewardship.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last
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page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are
listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any soil and water topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any soil and water topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any soil and water topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
SPORTFISHING
Description:
The 4-H sportfishing project teaches safe habits and youth develop an appreciation for natural resources.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last
page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are
listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about a sportfishing topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about a sportfishing topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Another option is to
create an item to be used when developing sportfishing skills.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about a sportfishing topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Another option is to
create an item to be used when developing sportfishing skills. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
SWINE
Record Sheet required at Fair Check-In (if not exhibiting live animals, project manuals are required for completion and must be turned into
Extension Office by July 1).
1. Animals must be identified by the 4-H member in 4-HOnline by the state Animal ID date (May 15). Exhibit classes must be entered in
FairEntry and exhibitors must complete Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care or Youth for the Quality Care for Animals (YQCA) by July 1.
See Indiana 4-H policy regarding exhibition deadlines and eligibility.
2. All Swine educational options are due at Swine Check-in. See Livestock General Rules for more information.
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3. All Swine animals must comply with the regulations of the Indiana State Veterinarian/Board of Animal Health. Animals housed in
Indiana are not required to have health papers. Animals housed out-of-state must have valid health papers (Certificate of Veterinary
Inspection is valid for 30 days for out-of-state animals.) Health papers must match animal identification. If there is a concern about the
health or safety of a particular animal, the superintendent reserves the right to contact the fair veterinarian and/or release that animal to
be transported off the fairgrounds.
4. All pigs must be ear notched according to standard methods.
5. All pigs must be born after January 1 of current year.
6. All pigs must meet breed characteristics. On Tuesday, during the fair, a committee will perform breed characteristic verification. All
pigs must be washed prior to 9:00 a.m.
7. All pigs to be shown at the Fair must be identified by the 4-H swine superintendent(s). A veterinarian must provide documentation for
any animal unable to attend tagging by identification for any animal unable to attend. Each member may tag a maximum of 10 barrows,
12 gilts, and 2 boars.
8. Each member may exhibit up to 6 live barrows and 1 carcass pig. No more than 2 barrows per section and 2 gilts per class may be
entered. One boar may be exhibited in a young herd with the exception of crossbred barrows, 3 may be shown.
9. All pigs will be weighed at check-in. Please wash mud off at home.
10. All pigs weighing less than 220 pounds will be shown in their own class, as a group, and will not be eligible for sale in the 4-H auction
or the championship drive.
11. Superintendents may inspect any 4-H member's pigs at any time during the 4-H year.
12. There must be at least 2 pigs to make a purebred class. If less than 2 purebreds in a class it will be at superintendents’ discretion the
animal will go into purebred “others” class; to be determined at fair.
13. Minimum pig weight for participation in the auction is 220 lbs. Hogs over 340 lbs. may be sold, but will be adjusted to 340 lbs.
14. Master Showmanship class is offered for previous winners of Senior Showmanship. Showmanship order will be Senior, Intermediate,
Junior, and the Master.
15. The first place animals in barrow and gilt sections will compete for Breed Championship. Grand Champions will be awarded. Placing
ribbons one through ten will be awarded.
16. Project Manuals will be an optional class. Members must complete 3 activities and submit to the Extension Office by July 1.
Market Barrows
1. The Champion or Reserve Champion barrow must be grade A. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected in each breed.
2. 4-H member may enter two animals per breed with the exception of crossbred barrows, of which 3 may be shown.
3. Barrows will be judged on market value at the time of the show.
4. Barrows will be classed by superintendent.
Barrows: Chester White Yorkshire Spotted
Hampshire Poland China Crossbred
Duroc Other Purebred Barrows
Pen of Two Market Barrows
All pens must be designated by the exhibitor at weigh-in on Monday of the fair, or they will not show.
Gilts
1. 4-H members may enter two gilts per class, with a maximum of six gilts per breed.
2. Breeding Gilt and Market Gilt classes are offered. All Gilts will be weighed at check-in.
3. Breeding gilts in the crossbred class will be sorted by weight for the show.
4. The total number of gilts entered may not exceed twelve by any exhibitor.
5. All gilts except Crossbreds must be from a registered sire.
6. All pigs weighing under 220 pounds will be shown in their own class, as a group, and will not be eligible for sale in the 4-H auction or
the championship drive.
7. Market Gilts will be shown by weight only.
8. To be awarded Champion or Reserve Champion gilt must be grade A.
Breeding Gilts: Chester White Yorkshire
Hampshire Poland China
Duroc Crossbred
Spotted Other Purebred Gilts
Class 1 - January Gilt
Class 2 - February Gilt
Class 3 - March Gilt
Young Herd
1. A Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion will be awarded.
2. Young Herd consists of three breeding animals: one boar and two gilts, either crossbred or purebred, born after Jan. 1, current year.
Swine Carcass
1. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded on rail. 1-10 placings will be awarded to one through ten on hoof.
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2. Exhibitors must comply with general health regulations.
3. Weight of hogs for carcass show will be 230 lbs.—275 lbs.
4. Thirty hogs will be selected for processing.
5. 4-H members may show one barrow or one gilt in the carcass show.
VETERINARY SCIENCE
Description:
This project provides a hands-on learning experience that helps youth learn more about the Veterinary Science profession.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last
page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are
listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any veterinary science topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any veterinary science topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any veterinary science topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate. Youth may also choose to develop a teaching aid, develop a project in conjunction with a veterinarian and present a report
about that project and its findings, or another report of your choosing.
WEATHER AND CLIMATE SCIENCE
Description:
Youth will learn information about weather and climate science.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last
page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are
listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any weather and climate topic of choice that is
age/grade appropriate.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
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Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any weather and climate topic of choice that is
age/grade appropriate.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any weather and climate topic of choice that is
age/grade appropriate. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
WILDLIFE
Description:
This project helps youth learn to identify wildlife, basic wildlife needs, and how wildlife interacts with other wildlife and people.
State Fair Entries:
3 per county; one per level
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last
page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are
listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any wildlife topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate.
Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any wildlife topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate.
Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)
Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any wildlife topic of choice that is age/grade
appropriate. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.
WOODWORKING
Description:
The 4-H woodworking project provides youth with educational information about wood and how it can be used to construct items.
State Fair Entries:
4 per county; one per level.
Exhibit Guidelines:
All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the
original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals
interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last
page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are
listed.
Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents.
Display boards should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand
corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff.
Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide
rather than a requirement.
Exhibit Class Guidelines:
Level 1 (grades 3-4 suggested)
Exhibit one article of choice made during the current 4-H program year demonstrating a minimum of five (5) techniques outlined in the
Indiana 4-H Woodworking Tools, Techniques and Skills Chart 4-H 6875C-W. Exhibits may also include higher level techniques that have
been mastered. Any higher level techniques will not be counted as part of the minimum five, but nevertheless will be evaluated for
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quality. A woodworking skills sheet is to be submitted with the exhibit for judging. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not
be returned to the exhibitor. Youth may also choose to create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on
any woodworking topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Level 2 (grades 5-6 suggested)
Exhibit one article of choice made during the current 4-H program year demonstrating a minimum of five (5) techniques outlined in the
Indiana 4-H Woodworking Tools, Techniques and Skills Chart, 4-H 6875C-W. Exhibits may also include lower and/or higher level
techniques that have been mastered. Any lower/higher level techniques will not be counted as part of the minimum five, but nevertheless
will be evaluated for quality. A woodworking skills sheet is to be submitted with the exhibit for judging. Skills sheets are for judging
purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor. Youth may also choose to create an educational poster, notebook or display about
any manual activity or on any woodworking topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Level 3 (grades 7-9 suggested)
Exhibit one article of choice made during the current 4-H program year demonstrating a minimum of five (5) techniques outlined in the
Indiana 4-H Woodworking Tools, Techniques and Skills Chart, 4-H 6875C-W. Exhibits may also include lower and/or higher level
techniques that have been mastered. Any lower/higher level techniques will not be counted as part of the minimum five, but nevertheless
will be evaluated for quality. A woodworking skills sheet is to be submitted with the exhibit for judging. Skills sheets are for judging
purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor. Youth may also choose to create an educational poster, notebook or display about
any manual activity or on any woodworking topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
Level 4 (grades 10-12 suggested)
Exhibit one article of choice made during the current 4-H program year demonstrating a minimum of five (5) techniques outlined in the
Indiana 4-H Woodworking Tools, Techniques and Skills Chart, 4-H 6875C-W. Exhibits may also include lower level techniques that have
been mastered. Any lower level techniques will not be counted as part of the minimum five, but nevertheless will be evaluated for quality.
A woodworking skills sheet is to be submitted with the exhibit for judging. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be
returned to the exhibitor. Youth may also choose to create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any
woodworking topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.
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