Junior Classes H, N, & P
CLASS H - JUNIOR LIVESTOCK
Total amount offered $17,025 All entry fees paid at time of entry.
Read the rules!!
All animals must be check in with the Junior Department by 3:00 pm Monday, August 23, 2010, and must be on the grounds by 5:00 pm, Monday, August 23, 2010.
JUNIOR BEEF
Superintendent: Travis Shultz and Daniel Theis
(Amount $5,355)
Entry fee $10 · Stall fee $15
These fees to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$65; 2nd-$55; 3rd-$50;
4th-$45; 5th-$40
No Horns
Exhibitors will have to indicate at the time of check in the age and birth dates of their breeding animals for accurate class separation by the beef committee.
STANDARD BREEDS
800-Bull, born after March 1, 2010
801-Heifer, born after January 1, 2010
802-Heifer, born July 1- December 31, 2009
803-Heifer, born after January 1-June 30, 2009
804-Heifer, born on or before December 31, 2008
805-Cow
806-Pair of breeding animals, owned by exhibitor
807-Cow and natural calf pair (calf under 1 yr.)
Champion Standard Female Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Champion Standard Female Trophy and Ribbon
EXOTIC BREEDS
808-Bull, born after March 1, 2010
809-Heifer, born after January 1, 2010
810-Heifer, born July 1- December 31, 2009
811-Heifer, born January 1- June 30, 2009
812-Heifer, born on or before December 31, 2008
813-Cow
814-Cow and natural calf pair (calf under 1 yr.)
815-Pair of breeding animals, owned by exhibitor
Champion Exotic Female Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Champion Exotic Female Trophy and Ribbon
Grand Champion Female and Reserved Grand Champion Female will receive U.S. Savings Bonds totaling $300 in value from the Union County Cattleman's Association
STEERS
816-Market Steer
817-Market Steer
818-Market Steer
819-Feeder Steer, under 900 pounds
820-Feeder Steer, under 900 pounds
Grand Champion Steer Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Grand Champion Steer Trophy and Ribbon
*Feeder steers are not eligible for championship trophy.
JUNIOR DAIRY
(Amount $1,020)
Superintendent- Mark Mowery
Entry fee $10 · Stall fee $15
These fees to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$65; 2nd-$55; 3rd-$50; 4th-$45; 5th-$40
821-Cow any age
822-Heifer, over one year of age
823-Heifer, under one year of age
824-Dairy Pair, any age or sex
JUNIOR BEST EXHIBIT
Entry fee $15.00
(Amount $580)
These fees to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$65; 2nd-$55; 3rd-$50;
4th-$45; 5th-$40; 6th-$35
825-Beef/Dairy Barn
826-Sheep/Swine Barn
Clean and neat stall area will be judged throughout the week.
JUNIOR SWINE
(Amount $2,160)
Superintendents - Patrick Dillow and Paul Rich
Entry fee $10
Stall fee $15
These fees to be paid at time of entry.
NO FRESH EAR NOTCHES ALLOWED
Premiums: 1st-$75; 2nd-$65; 3rd-$50; 4th-$45; 5th-$35
Classes will be split by individual weight on Monday. Market hogs must weigh at least 210 pounds to sell.
827-Breeding gilt
828-Market barrow
829-Market barrow
830-Market gilt
831-Market gilt
832-Light weight market animals (No Sale) under 210
833-Pair market animals
834-Pair breeding animals
Champion Breeding Gilt Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Champion Breeding Gilt Trophy and Ribbon
Champion Market Barrow Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Champion Market Barrow Trophy and Ribbon
Champion Market Gilt Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Champion Market Gilt Trophy and Ribbon
Grand Champion Hog Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Grand Champion Hog Trophy and Ribbon
JUNIOR SHEEP
(Amount $3,960)
Superintendent- Carl Dillow
and Barbara Throgmorton
Entry fee $10
Stall fee $15
These fees to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$53; 2nd-$51; 3rd-$49; 4th-$47; 5th-$45; 6th-$43; 7th-$41; 8th-$39; 9th-$37; 10th-$35
835-Ewe lamb, born before March 1
836-Ewe lamb, born March 1 or after
837-Yearling ewe 1-2 years old
838-Registered Aged breeding ewe over 2 years
839-Commercial Aged breeding ewe over 2 years
840-Breeding pair lambs, under 1 year old
841-Breeding pair, under 1 yr. old and 1 over 1 yr. old
842-Market lamb, either sex
843-Market lamb, either sex
Champion Breeding Ewe, Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Champion Breeding Ewe, Trophy and Ribbon
Champion Market Lamb, Trophy and Ribbon
Reserve Champion Market Lamb, Trophy and Ribbon
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP
(Amount $1,950)
Entry fee $10
This fee to be paid at time of entry.
Showmanship trophies in each age division.
Ages 8-18 as of January 1st.
Premiums: 1st-$45; 2nd-$40; 3rd-$35; 4th-$30;
5th-$25; 6th-$20
844-Beef Showmanship, exhibitors ages 8-11
845-Beef Showmanship, exhibitors ages 12-15
846-Beef Showmanship, exhibitors ages 16-19
847-Showmanship, open to all dairy exhibitors
in Junior Show (Pays three places only.)
848-Swine Showmanship, exhibitors ages 8-11
849-Swine Showmanship, exhibitors ages 12-15
850-Swine Showmanship, exhibitors ages 16-19
851-Sheep Showmanship, exhibitors ages 8-11
852-Sheep Showmanship, exhibitors ages 12-15
853-Sheep Showmanship, exhibitors ages 16-19
JUNIOR HORSES
Superintendent: Angi Bunch
(Amount $1,760)
Entry fee to be paid at time of entry.
Entry Fee $10.00
Premiums: 1st-$45; 2nd-$40; 3rd-$30; 4th-$25; 5th-$20
Horses must have a current Coggins Test and Health Papers
Competitors may show in English or Western tack and attire.
Horse show starts at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 21, 2010
Entries will be taken at the fair office before the show.
Conformation:
854-Unregistered horse at halter (conformation) any size
855-Registered horse at halter (conformation) any size
Champion Conformation Trophy And Ribbon
Showmanship and Horsemanship:
856-Showmanship, Exhibitor 8-12
857-Showmanship, Exhibitor 13-19
858-Beginner Walk-Trot, Ages 8-19
859-Advanced Walk-Trot, Ages 8-19
860-Horsemanship-Exhibitor ages 8-12
861-Horsemanship-Exhibitor 13-19
862-Catalog Race, Ages 8-19
863-Pole Bending, Ages 8-19
864-Barrel Race, Ages 8-19
JUNIOR TRACTOR OPERATORS
Superintendent
Patrick Dillow - Edwin Eddleman
Junior operators must register on Monday, August 23rd in the fair office.
Amount offered in this class, $250
Entry fee $7.50
Premiums: 1st-$35; 2nd-$30; 3rd-$25; 4th-$20; 5th-$15
865-Youth tractor operator contest, ages 14 and under
866-Youth tractor operators contest, ages 15-19
Class N
EDUCATION AND NATURAL HISTORY
Superintendent - Lori Rich
Amount offered: $756
Entries for this class must be received by 4:00 pm and in place by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 21, 2010. Judging will be after 5:00 pm that same day.
Entry fee: $2.00, to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st - $12; 2nd - $9; 3rd - $7
Two special school trophies will be presented.
The fair will not be responsible for items not claimed after 3 pm on Sunday, August 29 2010. See rules for this class at the beginning of Class P.
Rules for this class will be found at the beginning of Class P.
GRADE 3
1500 - Best display of science work
1501 - Best display of social studies work
1502 - Best display of computer work.
1503 - Best display of any work not listed above.
GRADE 4
1504 - Best display of science work.
1505 - Best display of social studies work.
1506 - Best display of computer work.
1507 - Best display of any work not listed above.
GRADE 5
1508 - Best display of science work.
1509 - Best display of social studies work.
1510 - Best display of computer work
1511 - Best display of any work not listed above.
GRADE 6
1512 - Best display of science work.
1513 - Best display of social studies work.
1514 - Best display of computer work
1515 - Best display of any work not listed above.
GRADE 7
1516 - Best display of science work.
1517 - Best display of social studies work.
1518 - Best display of computer work
1519 - Best display of any work not listed above.
GRADE 8
1520 - Best display of science work.
1521 - Best display of social studies work
1522 - Best display of computer work
1523 - Best display of any work not listed above.
HIGH SCHOOL
1524 - Best exhibit general studies, include science, literature, history, etc.
1525 - Best exhibit vocational studies, includes Ag., home Ec., shop, etc.
1526 - Best computer work, high school
LANGUAGE ARTS
1527-Display of original writing, poetry, essay or story, ages 8-13
1528-Display of original writing, poetry, essay or story, ages 14-18
Class P
JUNIOR DEPARTMENT
Superintendent - Stephanie Theis
Amount offered: $3,988
The fair association will not be responsible for items not collected after 3:00 pm on Sunday, August 29, 2010.
All entries for Classes N and P must be entered and in place by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 21, 2010
Class N and P Rules:
1. Section 260.95 Junior Classes (age changed to same as 4-H age requirements). Junior classes are eligible for premium state aid only if they are open to boys and girls who are 8 years of age or in the third grade and not yet 19 years of age on or before September 1 of the year previous to the fair." (effective 2006) (Meaning: Must be between 8-18 years of age by Sept 1. of the year before the fair.)
2. Any youth living outside of the county, but belonging to an organized club or group or attending school within Union or Johnson County, may enter exhibits at the Union County Fair.
3. Each exhibitor will assume all risk for his/her exhibit.
4. All junior entries other than livestock will be entered Saturday, August 21, 2010 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm.
5. $2.00 entry fee per exhibit. NO REFUNDS
6. Each exhibitor must present a completed exhibitor's entry form with the entry fee at the time of entering exhibits.
7. There must be an entry tag for each entry. This tag will be secured at the point of registration at the time the exhibits are brought in. An exhibitor may enter a class only once unless otherwise stated.
8. Any youth that exhibits at the fair will receive a pass free of charge upon proof of exhibit. This pass, an arm band, is good for all days of the fair.
9. No exhibit will be released prior to 1:00 pm on Sunday, August 29, 2010 and all exhibits must be picked up before 3:00 pm, Sunday August 29, 2010. The fair board reserves the right to withhold payment of premiums to individuals who do not abide by this rule.
10. No exhibit may be removed without present a claim check to the division superintendent.
11. Division superintendents will act as supervisors of exhibits in all classes.
12. Decisions of the judges will be final in all classes.
13. THE MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY EXHIBITS DEEMED UNWORTHY OR WHICH DO NOT CONFORM TO THE CLASS DESCRIPTION.
JUNIOR GARDEN AND FIELD CROPS
Superintendents: Richard and Yvonne Graham
Amount offered: $796
Entry fee: $2.00, per entry, to be paid at the time of entry.
All entries must be grown by the exhibitor and should be ideal market stage.
Premiums: (Classes 1700-1703) 1st - $20; 2nd - $15; 3rd - $10
1700 - Decorative exhibit of vegetables grown by exhibitor, to include 6 varieties.
1701 - Exhibit of vegetables, 1 peck, at least 5 kinds, ages 8-13.
1702 - Exhibit of vegetables, 1 peck, at least 5 kinds, ages 14-18.
1703 - Commercial garden exhibit, peck, one kind of vegetable.
Premiums (Classes 1704-1725) 1st - $12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
1704 - Sweet peppers, 5 on a plate
1705 - Watermelon, 1 largest
1706 - Potatoes, Cobbler or Irish, 5
1707 - Best watermelon
1708 - Sweet corn, 6 ears, 2009 crop, with husk
1709 - Muskmelon,1
1710 - Tomatoes, 5 ripe
1711 - Tomato, largest
1712 - Cabbage, 1 with outer leaves
1713 - Sweet onion, 5
1714 - Pumpkin, "Best Pumpkin"
1715 - Largest field pumpkin, 1
1716 - Yellow Squash, 3
1717 - Zucchini squash, 3
1718 - Okra, 6
1719 - Snap Beans, 12 on a plate
1720 - Marketing Cucumber, 3
1721 - Eggplant, 3
1722 - Sunflower, seeded, best (most mature)
1723 - Sunflower, seeded, largest
1724 - Gourds, 5
1725 - Any crop not otherwise mentioned
Champion crop exhibit trophy
Reserve Champion crop exhibit, trophy
JUNIOR FLOWERS
Superintendent: Debra Walter
Amount offered $588
Entry fee: $2.00, to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st - $12; 2nd - $9; 3rd - $7
Only one exhibit of flowers per class shall be allowed each exhibitor. It is recommended that exhibits be made in narrow-necked bottles that are not taller than half of the length of the stem of the specimen exhibited. All flower containers must be satisfactorily weighed. Foliage should be left on the specimen exhibited. Exhibit must be grown and entered by exhibitor. Flowers must be entered on Saturday, August 21, 2010 for judging that night.
1726-Zinnia, giant, 1 color, 3 blooms
1727-Zinnia, dwarf, mixed colors, 3 blooms
1728-Zinnia, dwarf, 1 color, 3 blooms
1729-Zinnia, giant, mixed colors, 3 blooms
1730-Marigold, large, 3 blooms
1731-Marigold, small, 3 blooms, ages 8-13
1732-Marigold, small, 5 blooms, ages 14-18
1733-Petunias, 1 color, 3 blooms, ages 8-13
1734-Petunias, 1 color, 5 blooms, age 14-18
1735-Any bloom not listed above
1736-A collection of cut flowers, 6 blooms
1737-Perennial flower, large, 1 bloom, or small 3 blooms
1738-Fresh flower arrangement by exhibitor, ages 8-13
1739-Fresh flower arrangement by exhibitor, ages 14-18
1740-Dried artificial arrangement by exhibitor,
ages 8-13
1741-Dried or artificial arrangement by exhibitor,
ages 14-18
1742-House plants, flowering
1743-House plants, foliage
1744-Sunflower blooms, 3
1745-Exhibit of fresh herbs
1746-Hanging basket, plant or arrangement
Champion flower exhibit Trophy
Reserve Champion Flower exhibit
Champion arrangement, Trophy
Reserve champion arrangement
Special indoor flower Trophy
HOME ECONOMICS - FOODS
Superintendent - Pam Rich
(Amount: $476)
All exhibits must be made by exhibitor. Only one entry per class. All baked goods are to be exhibited on paper plates in a closed plastic Zip-loc bag with exhibitor tag attached to plate. No cream fillings or mixes can be used. All canned foods must be canned between 2009 and 2010 fair time, properly labeled.
Entry fee: $2.00 paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
FOOD PRESERVATION
BALL Fresh Preserving AWARD
For Youth Level
presented by
Ball¨ & Kerr Fresh Preserving Products
1747-Best display canned products, 4 jars, to be used in one meal with menu attached, exhibitor ages 12-18
1748-Best display jelly or jams, 3 jars, age 12-18
Champion Food Preservation Trophy
Junior Baking
1749-Cookies, 3, exhibitor ages 8-11
1750-Cookies, 3, exhibitor ages 12-14
1751-Cookies, 3, exhibitor ages 15-18
1752-Brownies, 3, exhibitor ages 8-11
1753-Brownies, 3, exhibitor ages 12-14
1754-Brownies, 3, exhibitor ages 15-18
1755-Fruit, nut or other quick bread, 1/2 loaf, ages 8-12
1756-Fruit, nut or other quick bread, 1/2 loaf, ages 13-18
1757-Yeast bread or rolls, 1/2 loaf or 3 rolls
1758-Cake, 1/2 or small
1759-Pie crust shell or other pastry
1760-Candy, 3 pieces
1761-Microwave cooking, small cake, 3 candies, or 1 cup of snack
1762-International dessert, 3 servings, include recipe and country originated from
1763-Cake decorating, 1/2 or small
1764-Holiday baking, 3 servings (examples: Christmas cookies, edible holiday wreaths)
Champion Food Exhibit trophy
Reserve Champion Food Exhibitor Trophy
JUNIOR CLOTHING
Superintendent - Conda Nave
(Amount:$280))
Entry fee $2.00, to be paid at time of entry.
All sewing and needlework projects must be made by the exhibitor and of current year's work. All garments must be clean and well pressed. Only one entry per class by a single exhibitor.
Exhibitors Age 8-13
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
1765-Sportswear
1766-Wearable art painted, printed or stenciled
1767-Skirt
1768-Any item not otherwise mentioned
1769-Accessories, any exhibitor 8-18
JUNIOR ADVANCED CLOTHING CLASSES
Exhibitors Age 14-18
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9, 3rd-$7
1770-Sportswear
1771-Wearable art painted, printed, stenciled, beaded, or sequined
1772-Skirt
1773-Cotton or blend ensemble dress or ensemble
1774-Any garment not otherwise mentioned
Champion Clothing exhibit, Trophy given
Reserve Champion Clothing exhibit, trophy
HOME ARTS
Superintendent- Conda Nave
(Amount: $336)
Entry fee $2.00, to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
1775-Knitted, crocheted, needlepoint, crewel or other needlework
1776-Best embroidered item
1777-Best needlework item
1778-Ceramic item, exhibitor ages 8-13
1779-Ceramic item, exhibitor ages 14-18
1780-Pretty punch or latch hook
1781-Decorated wall hangings, pillow, etc.; painted, printed or dyed
1782-Home arts item not otherwise mentioned,
exhibitor ages 8-13
1783-Home arts item not otherwise mentioned,
exhibitor ages 14-18
1784-Pillow, toy or other stuffed home arts item
1785-Weaving, basket
1786-Weaving, loom
1787-Decorated Tote Purses, not sewn, ages 8-13,
1788-DecoratedTote Purses, not sewn, ages 14-18
Champion Home Arts exhibit trophy
Reserve Champion Home Arts exhibit, trophy
CRAFTS AND HOBBIES
Superintendent- Melissa Ellis
(Amount: $728)
All entries must be current year's work and assembled by exhibitor.
Entry fee $2.00, to be paid at time of entry
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
JUNIOR WOODWORK, ELECTRICAL, METAL
1789-Exhibit any item made of wood not requiring advanced skills, exhibitor ages 8-11
1790-Exhibit any item made of wood, exhibitor ages 12-14
1791-Exhibit any item made of wood, exhibitor ages 15-18
1792-Exhibit of electrical or metal nature, exhibitor ages 8-13
1793-Exhibit of electrical or metal nature, exhibitor ages 14-18
Champion Woodworking Exhibit trophy
Champion electric or metal exhibit trophy
CRAFTS
1794-Craft item assembled by a girl from a kit, ages 8-11
1795-Craft item assembled by a girl from a kit, ages 12-14
1796-Craft item assembled by a girl from a kit, ages 15-18
1797-Craft item assembled by a boy from a kit, ages 8-11
1798-Craft item assembled by a boy from a kit, ages 12-14
1799-Craft item assembled by a boy from a kit, ages 15-18
1800-Craft item not made from a kit, girl ages 8-11
1801-Craft item not made from a kit, girl ages 12-14
1802-Craft item not made from a kit, girl ages 15-18
1803-Craft item not made from a kit, boy ages 8-11
1804-Craft item not made from a kit, boy ages 12-14
1805-Craft item not made from a kit, boy ages 15-18
HOBBIES
1806-Exhibit of one or more models made by exhibitor (cars, boats, planes, etc.)
1807-Most interesting collection by girl, ages 8-11 (limit of 15 items)
1808-Most interesting collection by girl, ages 12-14 (limit of 15 items)
1809-Most interesting collection by girl, ages 15-18 (limit of 15 items)
1810-Most interesting collection by boy, ages 8-11 (limit of 15 items)
1811-Most interesting collection by boy, ages 12-14 (limit of 15 items)
1812-Most interesting collection by boy, ages 15-18 (limit of 15 items)
1813-Exhibit of any hobby not otherwise mentioned, ages 8-11
1814-Exhibit of any hobby not otherwise mentioned, ages 12-14
1815-Exhibit of any hobby not otherwise mentioned, ages 15-18
Champion crafts and hobbies award trophy
FINE ARTS
Superintendent: Rebecca Houseright
(Amount: $308)
No frame unless frames are ready to hang.
Colored pencils qualify as drawings.
Entry fee: $2.00, to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
1816-Best original drawing, 1 piece, ages 8-9
1817-Best original drawing, 1 piece, ages 10-11
1818-Best original drawing, 1 piece, ages 12-14
1819-Best original drawing, 1 piece, ages 15-18
1820-Best original drawing, 1 piece, ages 8-12, Painting or Charcoal
1821-Best original drawing, 1 piece, ages 13-18, Painting or Charcoal
1822-Best sculpture or carving in any media, ages 8-12
1823-Best sculpture or carving in any media, ages 13-18
1824-Best original pottery, ages 8-18
1825-Exhibit not otherwise mentioned, ages 8-12
1826-Exhibit not otherwise mentioned, ages 13-18
A champion fine arts trophy is given
GRAPHIC ARTS:
PHOTOGRAPHY, POSTERS, DISPLAYS, SCRAPBOOKS
Superintendent: Rebecca Houseright
The following entries may be posters, displays, scrapbooks, or exhibits of educational nature to be judged on attractiveness and educational value.
Entry fee $2.00, to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
1827-Exhibit of 5 or 6 photographs, mounted and labeled, exhibitor ages 8-11
1828-Exhibit of 5 or 6 photographs, mounted and labeled, exhibitor ages 12-14
1829-Exhibit of 5 or 6 photographs, mounted and labeled, exhibitor ages 15-18
1830-Exhibit of 5 photographs of 4-H Club, pack, troop, chapter, etc. meeting or activities, mounted and labeled
1831-Panel, poster or scrapbook showing information on a trip which was taken by the exhibitor. Might include route, pictures or other items of interest on the trip, ages 8-13
1832-Panel, poster or scrapbook showing information on a trip which was taken by the exhibitor. Might include a route, pictures, or other items of interest on the trip, ages 14-18
1833-Panel, poster or scrapbooks of education nature using the 130th Union County Fair Theme
COMPUTERS
(Amount: $196)
Entry fee $2.00, to be paid at time of entry.
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
All entries must be current years work and created by exhibitor.
1834-Power point presentation - 8 1/2x11, ages 8-11 (print out)
1835-Power point presentation - 8 1/2x11, ages 12-14 (print out)
1836-Power point presentation - 8 1/2x11, ages 15-18 (print out)
1837-Union County landmark (graphic and story)
8 1/2x11, ages 8-13,
1838-Union County landmark (graphic and story)
8 1/2x11, ages 14-18,
JUNIOR CITIZENSHIP
Amount: $28.00
No entry fee
Premiums: 1st-$12; 2nd-$9; 3rd-$7
1839 - Essay contest subject: "How Our County Fair Builds Good Citizenship," 8 1/2x11 paper, 1-2 pages, handwritten, typewritten or computer. Ages 8-11
1840 - Essay contest subject: "How Our County Fair Builds Good Citizenship", 8 1/2 - 11 paper, 1-2 pages, handwritten, typewritten, or computer. Ages 12-14
1841 - Essay contest subject "How Our County Fair Builds Good Citizenship", 8 1/2 - 11 paper, 1-2 pages, handwritten, typewritten, or computer. Ages 15-18
Trophy awarded
Union County Fair Junior Department
Class H Rules and Youth Exhibits - Rules
All Junior Livestock Classes follow these rules.
1. Section 260.95 Junior Classes (age changed to same as 4-H age requirements). Junior classes are eligible for premium state aid only if they are open to boys and girls who are 8 years of age or in the third grade and not yet 19 years of age on or before September 1 of the year previous to the fair." (effective 2006) (Meaning: Must be between 8-18 years of age by Sept 1. of the year before the fair.)
All animals (i.e., individual, herd or flock classes) shown in junior classes must be the property of the boys and girls showing them. If the same animals are shown in both the open classes and junior classes, they shall be shown under the same exhibitor's name (For example, the father is not permitted to show and animal in the open class and the son or daughter to show the same animal in the junior classes.)
2. Any youth living outside of the county, but belonging to an organized club or group or attending school within Union or Johnson County may enter exhibits at the Union County Fair.
3. Each exhibitor will assume all risk for his/her exhibit.
4. All junior entries will be entered Saturday, August 21, 2010, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Junior livestock other than horses and ponies will be registered Monday, August 23, 2010, between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm and in place by Monday, 5:00 pm. All junior livestock exhibitors AND A PARENT are to attend a meeting Monday, August 23, 2010 at 7:00pm in the show arena.
NOTE: The junior and 4-H horse and pony show will be Saturday, August 21, 2010 beginning at 1:00 pm in the horse show arena. Therefore, all horses and ponies must register before 12:30 in the fair office.
5. Each exhibitor must present a completed exhibitor's entry form, with the entry fee, at the time of registration.
6. There must be and entry tag for each entry entered, except livestock. The tag will be secured at the time of entering in the fair office. An exhibitor may enter a class only once unless otherwise stated.
7. Any youth that exhibits at the fair will receive a pass free of charge upon proof of exhibit. This pass is to be good for all days of the fair. This pass will be an arm band.
8. No exhibit may be removed without presenting a claim check to the division superintendent.
9. Youths may not stay at the fairgrounds overnight without parental and/or adult permission and supervision.
10. Division superintendents will act as supervisors of exhibits in all classes.
11. Decisions of the judges will be final in all classes.
12. THE MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY EXHIBITS DEEMED UNWORTHY OR WHICH DO NOT CONFORM TO THE CLASS DESCRIPTION.
13 Original health certificates for animals to be exhibited must be in the exhibitor's possession as animals are unloaded. *Note health requirements on this website.
14. Exhibitors must house their animals in the place designated by the division superintendent in charge. No blocking chutes allowed in side the barn without a superintendent's approval. Failure to do so will be considered a disqualification. For safety purposes, all aisles should be clear and free of equipment and supplies.
15. All animals shown at the Union County Fair must have water and feed at all times and "must be cared for and exhibited by exhibitor" or premium money will be withheld.
26. Manure must be placed in designated areas/
17. The same animal may not be exhibited in more than one class, except in group classes or showmanship.
18. The beef breeding classes have been divided into two categories, standard and exotic. The following are listed for references and are representatives of the categories but not intended to exclude those not listed.
Standard: Angus, Beefmaster, Hereford, Sand Gertrudis, Shorthorn, etc.
Exotic: Crossbred*, Charolais, Limousin, Simmental, etc.
*When one or both parents are of exotic classification.
19. NO REFUNDS ON ENTRY FEES
20. Registration papers or proof of breeding on purebred animals should be available for superintendent's inspection.
21. No male breeding animals born before March 1, 2010 may be exhibited in the Junior Department.
22. Championship ribbons may be awarded in classes at the discretion of the judges.
23. LIVESTOCK AUCTION RULES must be adhered to and are listed separately.
24. Youth exhibiting livestock that stay overnight for the safety of their livestock will sleep in the livestock barn. The number and identity of the individuals staying will be at the discretion of the division superintendent. Barn must be quiet after 11:00 pm.
25. No dogs are permitted in the livestock exhibit buildings.
26. All steers will be divided into classes as equal in size as possible (steers under 900 pounds will show in feeder steer class).
27. All market hogs will be divided into classes of equal size as possible.
28, All market lambs will be divided into classes of equal size as possible.
29. Each exhibitor may exhibit two entries in each class in the H division.
30. Dairy crosses must be at least 50% diary to show in the dairy class. The dairy cow class will consist of females that have had one or more calves.
31. Weigh in will be at 5:00 pm Monday of the fair.. Everyone will weigh in together and that weight will be final.
32. Animals not presented in the show ring at the time for the call for show will forfeit their right to show. The division superintends will interpret and enforce these rules.
33. All original health papers MUST be turned in at time of registration.
34. The meeting on Monday night at 5:00 is MANDATORY unless prior approval is given by the Superintendent of the class.
Junior Livestock Rules
Superintendent - Paul Rich
1. Animals must be in the possession and care of the exhibitor at least by June 1.
2. No breeding animals will be auctioned.
3. Animals will sell in following order: grand champion, and remaining animals will be sold in order as drawn by lots. The exhibitor will draw lots as they pick up entry materials Monday, August 24, 2010.
4. All sales are final, unless refused by by the seller while still in the sale ring at the time of sales.
5. Sale weights of animals will be announced before bidding begins.
6. All checks for livestock will be made to Union County Fair. Payment must be made before superintendent can release animals. Sale checks will be distributed after 9:00 a.m. Friday.
7. The Auction Superintendent releases auctioned animals.
8. Exhibitor must exhibit own livestock in sale ring.
9. A deduction of 3 percent of the sale price to be used for sale expense.
10. Animals not making minimum weight standards of 900 pounds for steers, 210 pounds for market swine and 90 pounds for market lambs will not sell at auction on Thursday.
11. Cash all checks as soon as possible after the fair.
12. Each exhibitor can sell one animal.
IAEF
(International Association of Fairs and Expositions)
National Code of Show Ring Ethics
Exhibitors of animals at livestock shows shall at all times deport themselves with honesty and good sportsmanship. Their conduct in this competitive environment shall always reflect the highest standards of honor and dignity to promote the advancement of agricultural education. This code applies to junior as well as open class exhibitors who compete in structured classes of competition. this code applies to all livestock offered in any event at a livestock show. In addition to the "IAFE National Code of Show Ring Ethics", fairs and livestock shows may have rules and regulations which they impose on the local, county state, provincial and national levels.
All youth leaders working with junior exhibitors are under an affirmative responsibility to do more than avoid improper conduct or questionable acts. Their moral values must be so certain and positive that those younger and more pliable will be influenced by their fine example. Owners, exhibitors, fitters, trainers, and absolutely responsible persons who violate the code of ethics will forfeit premiums, awards and auctions proceeds and shall be prohibited from future exhibitions in accordance with the rules adopted by the respective fairs and livestock shows. Exhibitors who violate this code of ethics demean the integrity of all livestock exhibitors and should be prohibited from competition at all livestock shows in the United States and Canada.
The following is a list of guidelines for all exhibitors and all livestock in competitive events:
1. All exhibitors must present, upon request of fair and livestock show officials, proof of ownership, length of ownership and age of all animals entered. Misrepresentation of ownership, age, or any facts relating thereto is prohibited.
2. Owners, exhibitors, fitters, trainers, or absolutely responsible persons shall provide animal health certificates from licensed veterinarians upon request by fair or livestock show officials.
3. Junior exhibitors are expected to care for and groom their animals while at fairs or livestock shows.
4. Animals shall be presented to show events when they will enter the food chain free of drugs. The act of entering an animal in a livestock show is the giving of consent by the owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, and/or absolutely responsible person for show management to obtain any specimens of urine saliva, blood, or other substances from the animal to be used in testing. Animals not entered in an event which culminates with the animal entering the food chain shall not be administered drugs other than in accordance with federal, state and provincial statues, regulations and rules effect the animal's performance or appearance at the event.
If the laboratory report on the chemical analysis of saliva, urine, blood, or other sample taken from livestock indicates the presence of forbidden drugs or medication, this shall be prima facie evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that the sample of urine, saliva, blood or other substance tested by the approved laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in question, its integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collections and preservation, transfer to the laboratory and analysis or the sample are correct and sample take from the animal in question and correctly reflects the conditions of the animal at the time the sample was taken, with the burden on the owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or absolutely responsible person to prove otherwise at any hearing in regard to the matter conducted by the fair or live stock show.
At any time after an animal arrives n the fair or livestock show premises, all treatments involving the use of drugs and or medications shall be administered by a licensed veterinarian.
5.Any surgical procedures or injection of any foreign substance or drug or the external application of any substance (irritant, counterirritant, or similar substance) which could affect the animal's performance or alter its natural contour, confirmation, or appearance, except external applications of substances to the hoofs or horns of animals which affect appearance only and except for surgical procedures performed by a duly licensed veterinarian for the sole purpose of protecting the health of the animal, is prohibited.
6. The use of showing and/or handling practices or devices such as striking animals to cause swelling, using electrical contrivance, or other similar practices are not acceptable and are prohibited.
7. Direct criticism or interference with the judge, fair or livestock show management or their exhibitors, breed representatives, or show officials before, during or after the competitive event is prohibited. IN the furtherance of their official duty, all judges, fair and livestock management, or other show officials shall be treated with courtesy, cooperation and respect and no person shall direct abusive or threatening conduct toward them.
8. No owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or absolutely responsible person shall conspire with another person or persons to intentionally violate this code of ethics either by affirmative action or inaction to violate this code of ethics. Violation of this rule shall subject such individual to disciplinary action.
9. The application of this code of ethics provide for absolute responsibility for an animal's condition by an owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or participant whether or not he or she was actually instrumental in or had actual knowledge of the treatment of the animal in contravention of this code of ethics.
10. The act of entering an animal is the giving of consent by the owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or absolutely responsible person to have any disciplinary action taken by the fair of livestock show against such individuals published in any publication of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions, including Fairs and Expositions and any special notices to members.
11. The act of entering of an animal in a fair or livestock show is the giving of verification by the owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or absolutely responsible person that he or she has read the IAFE National Code of Show Ring Ethics and understands the consequences of and penalties provided for actions prohibited for actions prohibited by the code. It is further a consent that any action which contravenes these rules and is also in violation of federal, state or provincial statutes, regulations, or rules may be released to appropriate law enforcement authorities with jurisdiction over such infractions.