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General Information & Enrollment ............................................................................................... 5
Project Information ...................................................................................................................... 6
4-H Awards ................................................................................................................................. 7
Behavorial Expectations ............................................................................................................... 9
Fair Schedule. ............................................................................................................................ 11
Static Projects Requirements
Aerospace .............................................................................................................................. 15 ATV Safety ............................................................................................................................ 15 American Heritage ................................................................................................................. 16 Aquatic Science ...................................................................................................................... 17 Arts & Crafts .......................................................................................................................... 18
Fine Arts ........................................................................................................................ 18 Models ........................................................................................................................... 19 Needlecraft ..................................................................................................................... 19 Other ............................................................................................................................. 19
Beef Education ....................................................................................................................... 21 Building Toys ......................................................................................................................... 21 Cake Decorating ..................................................................................................................... 22 Cat Education ........................................................................................................................ 23 Child Development................................................................................................................. 24 Collections ............................................................................................................................. 25 Computers ............................................................................................................................. 26 Consumer Clothing ................................................................................................................ 29 Creative Writing ..................................................................................................................... 30 Crops ..................................................................................................................................... 31
Corn .............................................................................................................................. 31 Soybean ......................................................................................................................... 32 Small Grains .................................................................................................................. 33
Dairy Foods ........................................................................................................................... 33 Dog Poster ............................................................................................................................. 34 Draft Horse Education ............................................................................................................ 34 Electric................................................................................................................................... 34 Entomology ........................................................................................................................... 36 Farm Model Display ............................................................................................................... 39 Floriculture ............................................................................................................................ 39 Foods ..................................................................................................................................... 42
Baked ............................................................................................................................. 42 Preserved ....................................................................................................................... 43
Garden ................................................................................................................................... 47 Container ....................................................................................................................... 49 Potato ............................................................................................................................ 49
Genealogy .............................................................................................................................. 50 Geology ................................................................................................................................. 53 Gift Wrapping ........................................................................................................................ 55 Goat Education ...................................................................................................................... 55 Health .................................................................................................................................... 55 Home Environment ................................................................................................................ 56 Horse & Pony Education ........................................................................................................ 60 Horseless Horse ...................................................................................................................... 60 Jr. Leaders ............................................................................................................................. 60 Outdoor Sports ....................................................................................................................... 61
Archery .......................................................................................................................... 62 Outdoor Pursuits ............................................................................................................ 62 Pistol ............................................................................................................................. 63 Rifle ............................................................................................................................... 63 Shotgun ......................................................................................................................... 63 Sportfishing .................................................................................................................... 63
Performing Arts ...................................................................................................................... 64 Photography ........................................................................................................................... 66 Poultry Display ...................................................................................................................... 67 Poultry Science ....................................................................................................................... 67 Rabbit Education .................................................................................................................... 68 Recycling ............................................................................................................................... 68 Scrapbooking ......................................................................................................................... 69 Sewing ................................................................................................................................... 70 Small Engines......................................................................................................................... 73 Soil & Water Conservation ..................................................................................................... 74 Sportfishing (see Outdoor Sports) ............................................................................................ 63 Tractor Safety Education ........................................................................................................ 75 Veterinary Science .................................................................................................................. 75 Wearable Art .......................................................................................................................... 76 Weather ................................................................................................................................. 76 Wildlife .................................................................................................................................. 77 Wood Science ........................................................................................................................ 78 Additional 4-H Activities ........................................................................................................ 81
Animal Project Requirements
Beef ....................................................................................................................................... 82 Cat ......................................................................................................................................... 83 Dairy ..................................................................................................................................... 84 Dairy Steer ............................................................................................................................. 85 Dairy Feeder Steer .................................................................................................................. 85 Dog ....................................................................................................................................... 85 Draft Horse ............................................................................................................................ 86 Goat ...................................................................................................................................... 86 Horse & Pony ......................................................................................................................... 88 Miniature Equine ................................................................................................................... 89
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Chicken ......................................................................................................................... 90 Duck .............................................................................................................................. 91 Geese ............................................................................................................................. 91 Turkey: .......................................................................................................................... 92 Misc ............................................................................................................................... 92
Rabbits ................................................................................................................................... 93 Rabbit Ambassador ................................................................................................................ 95 Sheep ..................................................................................................................................... 95 Swine……………………………………………………………………………………………………96
Additional 4-H Animal Activities ................................................................................................ 99
LaPorte County 4-H Directory .................................................................................................. 100
Committees ............................................................................................................................. 101
Purdue University Extension Service LaPorte County Office Hours: 8a.m. – 4p.m.
2857 W. State Road 2, Suite A - LaPorte, IN 46350 Phone: (210) 324-9407 Fax: 219-326-7362
Office Website: www.extension.purdue.edu/laporte Facebook: La Porte County 4-H
MaryJo Moncheski & Gayle O’Connor, Extension Educators 4-H Youth Development
Mary Foell, Extension Educator Community Development Allison Goshorn, Extension Educator Health & Human Sciences
Caroline Arnett, NEP Community Wellness Coordinator Jody Kutch, NEP Assistant
Kathy Ulman, Office Manager Tina DeWitt, Secretary
Molly Pointon, Secretary Kelly Wozniak, Secretary
2020 LaPorte County 4-H Council Jeremy Smith, President
Jill Wozniak, Vice-President Austyn Kraus, Secretary
Nichole Matuszak & Julie Phillips, Treasurers (appointed)
Term Expires Sept. 2020 Term Expires Sept. 2021 Term Expires Sept. 2022 2020 Jr. Leader Rep. Kim Thomas June Lenig Shelby Fultz Austyn Kraus Becky Conner Pat Ford Cindy Ault Hallee Petri Dawn Forney Donna Matuszak Mike Ekovich April Hyatte Jeremy Smith Joe Rudolph Lori Keller
Jill Wozniak Sherrie Schaffer Mark Parkman Robert Smith Bob Wiltfong Nancy Williamson Mia Wozniak (Youth Appointee) Katrina Bohlin (Past President)
2020 4-H Council Meeting Calendar
Thursdays @ 6:30p.m. Extension Office Conference Room. Call (219) 324-9407 to confirm. January 9
February 13 March 12 April 16 May 14 June 4
August 13 September 10
October 8 November 12
2020 LaPorte County Fair July 12-18 2020 Indiana State August 7-23
GENERAL INFORMATION AND ENROLLMENT 4-H began over 100 years ago, and has since grown into the largest youth development program in the nation. 4-H prepares young people to be leaders in their community and around the world through hands-on experiences alongside their peers and caring adults. 4-H delivers research-based programming around positive youth development through America's 109 land-grant universities. Indiana delivers 4-H to all 92 counties via Purdue Extension. Community clubs, project clubs, SPARK clubs, afterschool programs, school enrichment, camps, and workshops are all ways youth can be involved with 4-H.
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 supports positive and successful development of all youth. 4-H volunteer leaders are essential partners in creating a positive environment by focusing on the strengths of youth and providing positive ways for youth to meet their basic needs:
• Caring Relationships (Belonging) • Constructive Learning Experiences (Mastery) • Leadership Opportunities (Independence) • Service to community (Generosity)
Motto “To make the best better.”
Emblem A four-leaf clover with the letter “H” on each leaflet, meaning the development of Head, Heart, Hands and Health. The 4-H emblem is legally protected and to be used correctly.
4-H Pledge: I Pledge my HEAD to clearer thinking, my HEART to greater loyalty, my HANDS to larger service, my HEALTH to better living, for my club, my community, my country and my world.
Membership Opportunities 4-H Youth entering 3rd grade may become 4-H members and continue membership through the completion of 12th
grade for a maximum of ten (10) consecutive years of participation. Exceptions: 1. Youth who enroll in 3rd grade and advance academically (thus graduating early) may continue for a total of 10
years ONLY if the enrollment occurs in consecutive years. 2. Those youth who are academically advanced and “skip” 3rd grade, may begin the program as a 4th grader and
may continue for a total of 10 years ONLY if the enrollment occurs in consecutive years. 3. Those youth who enroll in 3rd grade and are retained a grade in public school may continue to progress through
the 4-H Program by adding subsequent years of participation, but MAY NOT exceed 10 years of participation. For example, if a member happened to be retained one year in public school, their final year of 4-H membership would conclude the summer following their junior year of high school.
4. Those youth who entered the program in 3rd grade and leave formal education prior to the completion of 12th grade may continue for a total of 10 years ONLY if the enrollment occurs in consecutive years.
NOTE: Youth who do not enroll as a 3rd grade student or meet the exceptions above, conclude their involvement with the program during the summer immediately following the completion of their senior year in high school.
MINI 4-H (Kindergarten – 2nd grade), is a fun and educational program designed to help build self -esteem by providing youth the opportunity to learn and be recognized through non-competitive experimental learning. It also supports developing an interest in continuing into the 4-H program. Mini 4-H’ers are not required to attend meetings; however, are encouraged to attend workshops and work with their family to complete project(s) to be displayed at the LaPorte County Fair. All youth who complete an exhibit a completion ribbon.
ENROLLMENT MINI 4-H (K-2nd Grade) 1. Enroll online at https://in.4honline.com. A $5.00 program fee is paid by cash or check payment sent to Purdue
Extension La Porte County Office (2857 W. State Rd. 2, Suite A, La Porte, IN 46350) 2. Complete all information requested.
4-H (3rd-12th Grade) 1. Enroll online at https://in.4honline.com. A $15.00 program fee is paid online with a credit card or check payment
sent to Purdue Extension (2857 W. State Rd. 2, Suite A, La Porte, IN 46350) Checks are payable to Education Fund. There is a capped program fee of $45 for families with more than four children.
2. Complete all information requested. 3. Be sure to enroll in all clubs/projects you want to participate in (Local 4-H clubs, ATV, Dog, Draft Horse, Horse &
Pony and Shooting Sports are separate clubs.) 4. You are welcome to stop by the Extension Office for assistance with enrollment.
Enrollment Period: October 1 – January 15 Please contact Purdue Extension (219) 324-9407 for approval after the deadline.
Residence Indiana youth typically enroll in 4-H Youth Development programs in the county or state in which they reside; however, individuals living in one county may join 4-H in another county. During a single calendar year, a 4-H member enrolled in a given project should enroll and exhibit the project in one county of enrollment.
In the event a project is not available in the county of primary 4-H enrollment, a 4-H member may enroll in that specific project in a different county. Approval of this special exception rests with the county 4-H policy-making or governing board (i.e. 4-H Council) and/or the Extension Board of the receiving county. Participation in 4-H related activities and events (i.e., judging; performing arts, fashion revue) must be in the county of primary 4-H enrollment.
The above policy does not provide an escape mechanism for 4-H members and families who are unwilling to follow the terms and/or conditions in their current county of 4-H membership. Decisions regarding 4-H membership in a non- resident county rest with the County 4-H Council and/or Extension Board in the receiving county.
PROJECT INFORMATION A project is a piece of work selected to complete during the 4-H program year that represents your very best. Project work is done by the member and provides hands-on experience exposing them to knowledge and life skills.
Project Manuals Can be obtained from the Purdue Extension office, and contains information and direction needed to complete projects. Some projects have manuals for each division while others have one manual that is used throughout the 4-H members’ 4-H career.
Record Sheet A 4-H member’s project work is considered complete once they have “completed” their project book record sheet(s). It is the responsibility of 4-H Club Leaders to review the project books and contact the Extension office prior to 4-H project judging if a member is incomplete. Project record books are to be neat and complete. An incomplete project record sheet cannot be considered for a champion award. When in doubt, please contact the Extension office.
Workshops Throughout the 4-H program year, workshops are held in 4-H Clubs, SPARK Clubs, and project clubs and you are encouraged to take advantage of these learning opportunities. Club Leaders and parents are always welcome to attend.
Insurance Special activities or events held by 4-H Clubs should obtain American income Life Insurance Company policy. Application forms are available in the Extension office and the cost for the policy is minimal.
4-H Project Judging Bring your project to the designated building for judging. Ask an extension staff member for assistance if you are unsure of where to report for judging. Check in your exhibit with the project superintendent/volunteer to obtain your project tag. After project judging takes place, you leave it with the project superintendent to display for fair.
1. 4-H Leader/volunteers can bring projects in for club members and check-in at appropriate times and stations for judging.
2. A project must be checked in with the project superintendent/volunteer even if the 4-H member does not have time or does not want to see their project judged.
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Note: 4-H members (except those in livestock) may choose to exhibit their project without it being judged. Please indicate this choice during check-in. Champions will be chosen after 12:00 p. m. when all projects have been judged. While judges choose champions from honor projects, buildings are closed. In projects that have open judging, only 4-H Members will discuss projects with the judge. Parents and/or leaders are not to communicate or consult with the judge.
County vs. State Project: A county project is judged at the LaPorte County Fair and is not eligible to go to the Indiana State Fair. A state project, if selected, qualifies for judging at the LaPorte County Fair and the Indiana State Fair.
4-H Open Judging: There are three options for getting your project to judging.
• Option 1: The 4-H member brings in his/her projects. If you have more than one project, look for the shortest line and start there. Check in with the volunteer working at that table and have your project judged. Leave your project at the table and a helper will put it away. Go to the next shortest project line and start again.
• Option 2: A 4-H Club Leader can bring all the projects in for the club. They will be checked in at the appropriate stations and judged later as the judges have time.
• Option 3: The 4-H member brings in the projects to be judged but does not have time or does not want to see it judged. The 4-H member should check each project in at the appropriate station. It will be judged later as the judge has time.
Note: 4-H members (except those in livestock) may choose to exhibit their project without it being judged. Please indicate this choice during check-in.
Champions will be chosen after Noon when all projects have been judged. Decisions are final!! The buildings will be closed while the judges choose their champions from among the honor projects. Results will be posted, but will be unofficial until Noon on Friday (for Wednesday judging).
For Open Judging of projects, 4-H Members only will discuss projects with the judge. Parent and/or leaders are not to communicate and/or consult with the judge.
4-H Awards There are numerous styles of 4-H ribbons. Livestock clubs have the largest variety due to the breed of animal and type of class. Some activities such as 4-H Fashion Revue have their own ribbons. The most common ribbons are those used for non-livestock projects. The meaning of each ribbon is as follows:
• Group A (Blue) First place group: Project work is very good and meets all requirements. • Group B (Red) Second place group: Project work is good but does not meet requirements and/or is missing an
important element. • Group C (White) Third place group: Does not meet requirements and missing two or more important
elements. • Participation (Green) Projects are checked-in at designated times and awarded to a project that arrives after
judging is completed. Also given for participation in 4-H events/activities. • Honor (Purple) First place group recipients that have done outstanding work. State fair participants and
Champions are selected from this awarded group. • Reserve Champion (Lavender) The second-best exhibit in a division, section or category and awarded when
merited. • Champion (Purple) The best overall exhibit in a division, section, or category where a State Fair entry does not
exist, and awarded when merited. • Grand Champion (red, white & blue) The best exhibit in a project. • Reserve Grand Champion (red, white & blue) The second- best exhibit in a project. • State Fair Entry (Purple) The best overall exhibit in a division, section, or category and selected for exhibit at
Indiana State Fair.
Exhibit Requirements Posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information is obtained, giving credit to the original author. This reference list might include web site links, interviews, books, magazines, etc. Reference lists are attached to the back of poster boards, last page of a notebook or included as part of the display visible to public. A judge does not discredit for the manner references are listed.
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STATE FAIR PROJECT TRANSPORTATION Most non-animal exhibits are transported to State Fair by your 4-H Educators. Exhibits that are over-sized or
heavy (i.e. Wood Science, Electric, Home Furnishing Unit, motors etc.) will be the 4-H members responsibility to transport to the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We do not want to accidental damage an exhibit prior to judging.
Do not hesitate to contact the 4-H Office (219) 324-9407 with questions regarding project transportation. All projects bound for State Fair must be in the Extension Office by 4:00 p.m. CST Wed., July 22, 2020.
Check individual project requirements for poster board color. Color poster is acceptable when white is not required. All posters must be 22” X 28” unless specified. See diagram for proper horizontal position.
28”
Space for exhibit tag
Label (3x4) All posters have a label in the lower right-hand corner (3” x 4”) with your name, project, division, and club. This identifies your poster if the county exhibit tag detaches. The county exhibit tag is placed over your label, so leave room in the lower right-hand corner of your poster (5 ½” high x 4 ½” wide). Your project may be marked down if the tag covers writing or pictures on your poster.
Suggestions:
• Mounting Adhesives: The best is rubber cement as it leaves no marks and will not wrinkle paper. Double stick tape is best for leaves and white glue is recommended only in cases where wrinkling or damage will not occur. Scrapbook adhesives work best for paper.
• Colored pencils with soft leaded are best and are easy to color and blend. Hard leaded pencils are less expensive but more difficult to use.
• Stiff Backing: Any material that keeps a poster from bending forward will work. Examples: Foam board, insulation board, heavy cardboard, plywood, or Masonite (1/8” thick). Backing needs to be the same size as poster board.
• Acetate or clear plastic covering is required for all posters to keep them clean. Large plastic “envelopes” are available at the Extension Office for $1.00 (22”x28”) or $0.50 (16”x20” salon print).
STATE FAIR LIVESTOCK ENTRIES: Information for Indiana State Fair Enrollment and Animal Health requirements may be obtained at the State Fair website: http://www.indianastatefair.com/state-fair/competitionscontests/.
BEHAVIOR CRITERIA AT 4-H EVENTS
All persons are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with accepted standards of social behavior, to respect rights of others, and to refrain from any conduct injurious to the 4-H program. The following actions constitute misconduct for which persons may be subject to disciplinary penalties and/or dismissal from the program:
• Dishonesty in connection with any 4-H activity by cheating or knowingly furnishing false information. • Alteration or unauthorized use of 4-H records. • Obstruction or disruption of any 4-H activity or aiding and encouraging other persons to engage in such
conduct. • Failure to comply, aiding, or encouraging other persons not to comply with specific terms and conditions of a
given project, contest or activity. • Failure to comply with directions of 4-H officials acting in the proper performance of their duties. • Inhumane treatment of 4-H animal projects.
YOUTH AND ADULT BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS • Respect, adhere to, and enforce the rules, policies, and guidelines established by the Purdue University
Cooperative Extension Service including all laws related to child abuse and substance abuse. • Accept supervision and support from salaried Extension staff or designated management volunteers. • Participate in orientation and training, which includes youth protection standards, sponsored by the Purdue
Cooperative Extension Service. • Accept responsibility to represent 4-H Youth Development Programs with dignity and pride by being a positive
role model for youth. • Conduct yourself in a courteous, respectful manner, exhibit good sportsmanship, and demonstrate reasonable
conflict management skills. • Be truthful and forthright when representing the 4-H Youth Development Program. • Recognize that verbal or physical abuse, failure to comply with equal opportunity and anti-discrimination laws,
or committing criminal acts are not acceptable practices in 4-H Youth Development Programs. • Under no circumstances allow, consume, or be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs at 4-H Youth
Development Program events or activities. • Operate machinery, vehicles, and other equipment in a safe and responsible manner when working with youth
participating in 4-H Youth Development Programs. • Treat animals in a humane manner and teach program participants appropriate animal care and management. • Use technology and social media in an appropriate manner that reflects the best practices in youth
development. • Accept responsibility to promote and support the 4-H Youth Development Program in order to develop an
effective county, state, and national program. • Report any suspected instances of child abuse and/or neglect to local authorities that I may observe during my
role as a 4-H Youth Development Program faculty, educator, staff, or volunteer.
GRIEVANCE/APPEAL GUIDELINES Grievance/Appeal Guidelines for County 4-H Program Issues: (Activities, Programs, and Projects) Grievance procedures outlined in this document are part of an internal process of Indiana 4-H Youth Development program for use when grievances of 4-H members, their parents/guardians, or 4-H volunteers cannot be resolved via reasonable conversation. This policy affords the opportunity in those unique situations to allow voice or opinion 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 made are in accordance with the Indiana 4-H Program’s stated mission to be an inclusive organization designed to encourage and maximize youth participation. The rights of the individual filing the grievance are limited to those provided by Indiana 4-H Program policy.
Purdue University, as the Land Grant University in Indiana, is charged (by the United States Department of Agriculture) with implementing the 4-H Program in communities across the State of Indiana. Purdue Extension Educators in each Indiana County represent the University in local communities and have the responsibility of assuring all 4-H volunteers meet basic University criteria as they serve as representatives of the University. Purdue Extension
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Educators additionally provide oversight to 4-H volunteers including the assurance that Indiana 4-H Policies and Procedures are appropriately implemented in 4-H Program delivery.
Individual county 4-H policies and procedures are created and reviewed to assure they do not contradict established statewide 4-H policies and procedures. If a contradiction is discovered during the grievance process, Indiana 4-H Program policy shall be followed in determining the grievance outcome.
1. Grievances are made by completing the Indiana 4-H Grievance/Appeal form with the burden of proof being the responsibility of the individual filing the grievance. The completed grievance/appeal form and supporting documentation shall be presented to the president of the 4-H policy-making body (e.g., 4-H Council) or the Purdue Extension Educator who works with the 4-H Program. (NOTE: Concerns regarding staff or volunteers are not issues for which a grievance may be filed. 4-H volunteers are assigned by the 4-H Extension Educator. Concerns regarding 4-H volunteers or other individuals should be addressed directly with the Purdue 4-H Extension Educator.)
2. Grievances pertaining to 4-H activities, programs or projects shall be filed within 14 days of an incident or occurrence. Grievances pertaining to county fair related issues are often time-sensitive and must be filed within 24 hours of the incident.
3. The grievance process occurs in the county where the issue or concern arises and offers three opportunities for a concern heard and reviewed.
a. The grievance is initially heard by an unbiased, representative grievance subcommittee. It is the Purdue Extension Educator assigned to 4-H Programming who shall annually work with the chair of the county 4- H Council to determine this committee’s membership to include the following individuals: one representative of the 4-H Council; two 4-H volunteers serving as a 4-H club organizational leader; one member of the County Extension Board; and one 4-H volunteer knowledgeable in the subject matter (project) of concern (this individual will vary dependent on issue raised with the grievance). The Purdue Extension Educator assigned to 4-H shall convene the group.
b. The person filing the grievance may appeal the decision of the grievance subcommittee to the 4-H policy- making body, which will then review the facts in evidence and render a decision.
c. The person filing a grievance may appeal a decision of the 4-H policy-making body to the County Extension Board. The Extension Board will review the facts in evidence and render a decision. This is the final level in the appeal process.
**While there is no doubt some overlap in who serves on these committees, the intent of a three-level process is to assure different individuals have the opportunity to hear and act on the grievance. ALL individuals involved at any level of the grievance procedure are reminded of the importance of keeping discussions regarding grievances confidential.
To maintain the confidentiality of the parties involved, the grievance hearings at each level will be closed to the public. Only the individuals who have filed the grievance, the members of the grievance committee, and the Purdue Extension Educators will be present during each level of the grievance process, ***The grievance process is internal to the Indiana 4-H Youth Development Program and meetings of the grievance committees are not subject to Indiana’s Open-Door Policy.
The Purdue Extension Educator assigned to work with the 4-H Program has the obligation to inform all parties that there is a grievance procedure if there are disagreements with policies.
The practice of charging fees from those filing grievances shall be eliminated and all counties will utilize the Indiana 4-H Grievance/Appeal Form as part of the grievance process.
PENALTY When satisfactory evidence has been obtained that 4-H rule(s) have been violated and/or fraud and/or deception have occurred:
1. All premiums and/or trophies and/or awards and/or sale money won by said 4-H exhibitor in any and/or all 4-H exhibits may be withdrawn.
2. The exhibit in question shall be disqualified.
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3. Any and/or all other La Porte County Fair 4-H exhibits of the exhibitor may be disqualified.
4. The 4-H exhibitor and/or exhibitor's family may be barred for up to three years from competition at the La Porte County Fair 4-H shows. Should fraud or deception be discovered prior to judging, the exhibit will be ineligible to show. Should fraud or deception be discovered after the 4-H exhibit(s) has been judged and prior to applicable La Porte County 4-H auction, such 4-H exhibit(s) will void their placing and not be permitted to sell. The 4-H exhibit(s) placing next in line at the show that have been checked and cleared by the “show superintendent” will be moved up in placing.
Should fraud or deception be discovered after the La Porte County 4 H Auction, all sale price money associated as reward shall be removed from the total sale price of the exhibit and retained by the La Porte County 4-H Council as a penalty for the action.
The money provided the 4-H member will be that of the day's going market value. Money beyond market price will be refunded to the buyer by the 4-H Council. Other exhibits will not be moved up in placing. In case any reward(s) have been awarded, the La Porte County 4-H Council will require said exhibitor(s) to refund all premiums, trophies, awards, ribbons, and/or sale money under the assessed penalty.
Monday, June 29 9:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
2020 4-H PRE-FAIR SCHEDULE (TENTATIVE)
Judging: Sewing, Consumer Clothing, Wearable Art & Fashion Revue –Sm. Projects Building 4-H Public Fashion Revue – First Church of God, 2020 E. Lincolnway, LaPorte
Wednesday, July 1 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Jr. Leader Work Day
Friday, July 3
9:00 a.m.-Noon:
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 8 9:00 a.m. – Noon
8:30-9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:30-10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.
10:00-11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
Project Superintendents, Jr. Leaders, and 4-H members not staying for Open Judging can submit projects for judging.
4-H Open Judging Small Projects Building: Aerospace, American Heritage, Building Toys, Cat Poster, Computer, Dog Poster, Draft Horse Education, Electric, Entomology, Forestry, Home Environment, Horse Education, Models, Rabbit Education, Recycling, Soil & Water Conservation, Small Engines, Veterinary Science, Weather, Wildlife, and Wood Science.
4-H Open Judging Commercial Building #1: Photography
4-H Open Judging Community Building: Child Development, Collections, Arts &Crafts (Ceramics, Fine Arts, Latch Hook, Model, Needlecraft, Hoosier Christmas Decoration & Other) Creative Writing, Gift Wrapping, Health, Performing Arts, and Scrapbooking.
Mini 4-H Check-In – Community Building
Check-In for 4-H Cat Judging – Show Arena 4-H Cat Judging – Show Arena
4-H Farm Model – Small Project Building
Enter 4-H Foods: Baked Level A & C - (Grades 3 & 4; 7 & 8); 4-H Foods: Dairy, and 4-H Foods: Preserved – Community Building. Open Judging of 4-H Foods: Baked Level A & C - (Grades 3 & 4; 7 & 8); 4-H Foods: Dairy, and 4- H Foods: Preserved
Enter 4-H Foods: Baked - Level B & D (Grades 5 & 6, 9-12) Open Judging of 4-H Foods: Baked - Level B & D
Enter 4-H Cake Decorating – Community Building Open Judging 4-H Cake Decorating
Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, and Sport Fishing) 9:00 a.m.-Noon: 4-H Open Judging Small Projects: Outdoor Sports (Archery, Outdoor Pursuits,
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Friday, July 10 8:00 a.m. 4-H Dog Check-In – Livestock Show Arena 8:30 a.m. 4-H Dog Judging – Showmanship, Trick, Obedience, Costume, & Brace – Show Arena
Saturday, July 11 TBA 4-H Horse & Pony Check-In
8:00 a.m. 4-H Dog Check-In – Show Arena
8:30 a.m. 4-H Ten Year Member Breakfast: Presentation of Robert M. Morse 4-H Scholarship, Louis M. Daube Memorial Scholarship, and 4-H Booster & Alumni.
9:00 a.m. 4-H Dog Judging – Agility, Rally Obedience, & Jumpers & Weaves – Show Arena
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 4-H Goats are due (Weigh-In at time of check in)
12:00 -3:00 p.m. 4-H Rabbits due
1:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Register for Mini 4-H Bicycle Rodeo (Grandstand) 1:30 p.m. 4-H Mini Bicycle Rodeo (Grandstand)
2:30-3:00 p.m. Registration for Mini 4-H Pet Parade – Livestock Show Arena 3:00 p.m. Mini 4-H Pet Parade – Livestock Show Arena
3:00-6:00 p.m. 4-H Poultry, Poultry Science, Ducks, Geese, & Turkey are due and Little Peeps Poultry are due (Poultry/Pigeon Building)
4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 4-H Sheep check-in and weigh-in
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 4-H Miniature Equine due – Sheep/Miniature Equine Barn
2020 4-H FAIR WEEK SCHEDULE (TENTATIVE)
Sunday, July 12 Community and Small Projects Buildings Open Noon – 10 p.m.
4-H Pigeons due - Poultry/Pigeon Building
8:00-11:00 a.m. Beef Cattle, Dairy Steers, Dairy Feeder Steers (Weigh-In on arrival)
8:30 a.m. Goat Judging – Livestock Arena
9:00 a.m. Horse & Pony Judging-Trail Classes (Horse & Pony Show Arena)
Noon – 2:00 p.m. Family Scarecrow Check-In – Small Projects Building 2:00 p.m. Family Scarecrow Judging – (hosted by LP Co 4-H Jr. Leaders)
4:00 p.m. County Bred Steer Class Judging (by breed) / Dairy Feeder Steer Judging (Livestock Arena)
Monday, July 13 Gates Open at 8:00 a.m. Community & Small Projects Buildings open 10a.m. – 10p.m.
7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 4-H Swine Open Weigh-In
8:00-9:00 a.m. Chicken Flying Weigh-In at Poultry Barn
8:00 – 11:00 a.m. 4-H Class Draft Horse check-in 4-H Dairy Cattle (dairy cattle arriving after 10 a.m. must unload behind Poultry & Swine Barns.)
8:00-9:30 a.m. 4-H Beef Ultrasound Carcass Evaluation
9:00 a.m. 4-H Horse & Pony Judging – Horse & Pony Show Arena
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.- 4-H Open Judging of the following projects: Enter all 4-H Aquatic Science - Community Building Enter all Crops, Garden, Potato, & Container Gardening Exhibits - Small Projects Building
10:00 a.m.-Noon Enter 4-H Floriculture - Community Building
10:00 a.m. 4-H Chicken Flying Contest, TBA 4-H Sheep – Pen of 2 Sign-Up Due
11:00 a.m. Rabbit Fun Photo Contest Judging and announcement of 4-H Rabbit Ambassador Winners
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11:00 a.m. Rabbit Judging – meat pens, single fryers and roasters
1:00 p.m. 4-H Sheep Judging & Lamb Carcass Show – Livestock Show Arena
2:00 p.m. 4-H Miniature Equine Judging – Show Arena Mini 4-H Pee Wee Sheep Show to follow sheep show.
4:00 p.m. Goat Education Judging
8:00-8:30 p.m. 4-H Aquatic Science Levels A & B Released (Leave Project Notebooks)
Tuesday, July 14 Community & Small Projects Buildings open 10a.m. – 10p.m.
6:00 a.m. 4-H Sheep Carcass Load Out
8:00 a.m. 4-H Beef Steer and Dairy Steer Judging – Livestock Show Arena
8:30 a.m. 4-H Poultry Science & Poultry Display Board Judging – Poultry/Pigeon Building 4-H Poultry, Ducks, Geese & Turkey Judging – Poultry/Pigeon Building
9:00 a.m. 4-H Rabbit Judging – Jr. 4-H members (3rd–7th grades) – Rabbit Barn 4-H Horse & Pony Judging (Horse & Pony Show Arena)
9:00-10:00 a.m. Enter 4-H Pets (Small Animals) Birds, Reptiles, Mammals, Misc.– Community Building
9:00 a.m.-Noon Little Peeps Poultry Judging – Poultry/Pigeon Building
10:00 a.m. 4-H Open Judging Pets (Small Animals) Birds, Reptiles, Mammals, Misc. 4-H Poultry Showmanship 4-H Pigeon Judging – Poultry/Pigeon Building 4-H Horse & Pony Judging – Horse & Pony Show Arena
5:30 p.m. 4-H Mini Pedal Pull Weigh-In (Livestock Show Arena-West End) 6:00 p.m. 4-H Mini Pedal Pull
7:00 p.m. Mini 4-H Pee Wee Goat Show
8:00-8:30 p.m. 4-H Pets (Small Animals) Birds, Reptiles, Misc. Release
8:00 p.m. Goat Agility
Wednesday, July 15 Community & Small Projects Buildings open 10a.m. – 10p.m.
8:00 a.m. 4-H Swine Judging. (Livestock Show Arena) 4-H Draft Horse: Jr and Sr. Showmanship, Decorating – All Divisions (Draft Horse Arena)
9:00 a.m. 4-H Rabbit Judging – Sr. 4-H members (8th- 12th grades) (Rabbit Barn) 4-H Sheep Carcass Judging Results (See Superintendent) 4-H Horse & Pony Judging (Horse & Pony Show Arena) 4-H Rooster Crowing Contest (Poultry/Pigeon Building) followed by Turkey Gobbling Contest
Noon After Lunch Break: Draft Horse: Single Horse Driving and Team Loose Line (all divisions). Team Loose Line (all divisions) Draft Horse Arena
4:00 p.m. Mini 4-H Pee Wee Pig Show
5:00 p.m. 4-H Miniature Equine Judging 4-H Showmanship Workshop- Show Area
5:00-8:00 p.m. Release of non-sale swine animals (TBD)
6:00 p.m. Draft Horse - Cart Class all divisions. Stone Boat Obstacle Course all divisions (Draft Horse Arena)
Thursday, July 16 Community & Small Projects Buildings open 10a.m. – 10p.m.
8:00 a.m. 4-H Draft Horse: Intermediate Showmanship, Judging Class – all divisions (Draft Horse Arena) 4-H Dairy Judging. (Livestock Show Arena)
9:00 a.m.-Noon Enter and Arrange 4-H Flower Arrangement Exhibits - Community Building 4-H Horse & Pony Judging (Horse & Pony Show Arena)
1:00 p.m. Draft Horse: Team to Wagon, all divisions, 4-H Horse Hitch – Senior Division only (Draft Horse Arena)
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2:00 p.m. Mini 4-H Pee Wee Dairy Show (or after 4-H Dairy Show)
4:00-6:00 p.m. Release of Non-Sale Sheep, Beef and Dairy Steers, Beef Breeding Stock, and Dairy Feeder Steers (4-H members MUST have signed release form from each Superintendent!)
5:00 p.m. Bossy Bingo – (Soil & Water)
6:00 p.m. Supreme Champion Showman Contest – Horse/Livestock Show Arena 4-H Rabbit Races – Rabbit Barn
8:00 p.m. Set-up for 4-H Livestock Auction – All committee members.
Friday, July 17 Community & Small Projects Buildings open 10a.m. – 10p.m.
8:00 a.m. ALL DAY 4-H LIVESTOCK AUCTION (Livestock Show Arena) Auction Order: Swine, Goat, Poultry, Duck, Geese, and Turkey, Rabbit, Dairy, Sheep, Auction for Scholarship Fund, and Beef
9:00 a.m. 4-H Booster Club Pie Auction at Show Arena 4-H Horse & Pony Judging – Horse & Pony Show Arena
2:15 p.m. Release of Auctioned Poultry, Ducks, Geese & Turkeys
3:15 p.m. Release of Auctioned Rabbit Meat Pens Following Auction: 4-H Battle of the Barns (Livestock Show Arena)
Saturday, July 18 Community & Small Projects Buildings open 10a.m. – 10p.m.
8:00 – 11:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. 4-H Horse & Pony Judging – Horse & Pony Show Arena
9:30 a.m. Register for Pee Wee Rabbit Show – Rabbit Barn 10:00 a.m. Pee Wee Rabbit Judging
4-H Swine Barn Clean Up
TBA 4-H Goat and 4-H Sheep animal release 4-H Auctioned Beef Release
4-H Non-Auction Beef Release
4-H Dairy Release
4-H Poultry, Poultry Science, Poultry Display Board, Duck, Geese, & Turkey Release 4-H Pigeon Release
4-H Rabbit and Rabbit Education Release
4-H Horse & Pony Release
4-H Draft Horse Release
STATIC DISPLAY PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
AEROSPACE County Project State Project State Fair Entry: One rocket, remote control aircraft, or drone and one poster/display board from each level (grades 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12). A maximum of six exhibits go to the Indiana State fair: 3 rockets, remote control aircrafts, or drones and 3 poster/display boards. No "Ready to Fly" or E2X rockets are acceptable in the 4-H Aerospace project.
State Fair Guidelines: https://www.indianastatefair.com/wp-content/uploads/books/414exhibithall/4/ “Ready to Fly” or E2X rockets are not permitted 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. Rockets may be exhibited with a base, but launch pads are not permitted. Rockets must weigh less than 3.3 pounds and considered an amateur rocket to FAA regulations. Remote control aircraft or drones may be constructed from a kit or purchased ready-to-fly.
PROJECT COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS Level: Grades 3-5: Complete the activities as indicated in the manual. Rocket of your choice, Estes Skills Rocket Level 1, 2, 3 or comparable difficulty or a poster, display board on any topic in the manual (i.e., construct a paper airplane with a poster board explaining why you designed it the way you did). 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.
Level: Grades 6-8: Complete the activities as indicated in the manual. Rocket or other aerodynamic object of your choice, Estes Skills Level 2, 3 or comparable difficulty or poster, display board on any topic in the manual (i.e., glider plane (page 18) with poster explaining design). 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.
Level: Grades 9-12: Complete the activities as indicated in the manual. Rocket of your choice, Estes Skills Level 3 or above, a Box kite or other aerodynamic object of your choice which illustrates principles of flight or poster, display board on any topic in the manual (i.e., box kite (page 20) with poster explanation). Rockets that take an engine G or above are not permitted. 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.
ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE (A.T.V) County Project Attend safety instruction workshops that include mechanics, proper clothing and footwear, and responsible operation of A.T.V.’s.
• This project is open to any youth in Grades 3-12. • Members must join the A.T.V. Project Club to participate. • This project is for both 3 and 4-wheel A.T.V.s. Members must have their own machines. (Dirt bikes
are not considered an A.T.V.). • A $5.00 fee per member is collected at the first meeting to cover expenses. • Parent must sign a participant waiver form at the first meeting.
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Level: Grades 6-8
• All members must retake safety course. • Study ATV workbook and other ATV written materials. • Participate in riding activities. • Assist younger members with safety course. • Plan and assist with riding activities and inform members when safety hazards occurs.
Level: Grades 9-12
• Demonstrate riding techniques to younger members at safety course. • Help plan and conduct ATV rodeo.
AMERICAN HERITAGE County Project The purpose of this project is to motivate and interest young people in preserving items of our early American Heritage. The reward for preserving an article from the past is the pleasure of sharing it with others in the future.
When you think of ‘American Heritage’ you may think of the tools and items your great-grandparents used, about the items your grandparents or even parents had growing up. Although the project does not have age requirements of the articles to be exhibited, some guidelines are to be followed: • Articles should be older than 20 years of the current year. • Articles should be items that were used in America. Although, not necessarily made in America.
When deciding if you are working with a set or a collection consider the following: 1. Are the items used together? Examples of sets could be: Great-Grandma’s matching kitchen canister set
(flour, sugar, coffee, tea) or Great-Grandpa’s garden tools (hoe and rake). These are sets; not a large number of pieces used together for one purpose.
2. Are they like items grouped together? Dad’s matchbox cars or Grandpa’s marble collection. A piece or small sample of the collection could be used for this project.
Any questions concerning sets or collections please talk to the Project Superintendent.
Levels: A) Grades 3 & 4 B) Grades 5 & 6 C) Grades 7 – 9 D) Grades 10 - 12
CATEGORIES: • Original: The article must be cleaned for exhibit and does not necessarily need to be in working condition. (Example: that necklace of Grandma’s that you cleaned and polished would be an original item or great-grandpa’s coffee grinder doesn’t grind anymore but looks great). • Restored: The article should be restored (refinished, painted, rewired etc.) to “like-new” form by the member in the current 4-H year. (Example: the lamp that Grandpa had on his bedside for years but now doesn’t work because it needs to be rewired and cleaned up/painted or Dad’s old wagon from when he was a kid needs some paint and TLC). Both could be restored items, but be sure to tell us (and show us) how you fixed them to usable condition.
You may enter two exhibits, an original article and a restored item; each item must have its own notebook.
PROJECT COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: • Original article with notebook • Restored article (include a description detailing the restoration process) with notebook
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GENERAL RULES: 1. Enter exhibits as Original or Restored article. Restored articles may consist of the following: household
articles, hand tools, furniture, fabrics, equipment and non-motorized vehicles, toys, signs, jewelry, fine arts, cooking utensils, etc. In addition, restored items shall include a written description detailing the restoration process.
2. RECOMMENDED: Exhibit valuable objects in a securely covered display case, securely fastened to a display board or left at home. Members with very large or valuable items have the option of taking their exhibit home after judging as long as they provide a display of photographs showing the exhibit.
3. Only one article of a group will be considered the exhibit. Please note: collectibles are to be exhibited in the “Collections” 4-H project.
4. NOTEBOOKS SHOULD INCLUDE: a. A typed/hand written report should accompany the exhibit in a three-ring binder.
i. Approximate age and value of article. ii. How article was and/or is used.
iii. How and where the article was obtained. iv. Family connections with article (if none, discuss the reason the exhibit was selected).
b. Restored articles MUST include a detailed description explaining the restoration process. Photographs are helpful to explain restoration steps and to enhance the overall presentation of the report.
c. American Heritage record sheet must be included in notebook. d. One entry in each category maybe exhibited per member. A member may exhibit both a
restored article and an original article with separate notebooks for each exhibit.
Projects larger than a wheelbarrow (examples might include wagons, carts, large pieces of furniture, etc.) should be cleared by Katrina Bohlin, Project Superintendent.
Some research may be needed to gain this information sources may include the internet, library, as well as local antique shop owners/dealers. Please site your sources in your report.
Restored articles MUST include the restoration process, please include pictures. Articles are to be restored by the 4-Her during the current 4-H year (since last year’s fair). Any work not completed by the 4-Her must be documented in the report. Remember the story/report will be a large portion of the notebook score. Creativity is encouraged when creating your notebook.
A photograph of your article is recommended on the front cover, especially when the article may not remain for exhibit. You should plan that all articles will remain for exhibit during fair; however, the superintendent may ask you to take large or expensive items home after judging, however ALL notebooks will be on display during the fair.
AQUATIC SCIENCE County Project This project aids in learning to care for fish and display them at the county fair. Both the fish and notebook exhibit for all levels.
Level A: Grades 3 & 4 and Level B: Grades 5 & 6
1. Care for and exhibit one pair of adult fish (one male – one female) of any kind. Some species are impossible to distinguish males and females (such as Tiger Barbs, Catfish, Clown Loach and Knives). If you exhibit these, bring two fish.
2. When purchasing your fish as a new member try to get larger adult fish or fish which will be approximately one year old by exhibit time.
3. Exhibit should be brought to the fair in a clear, one-gallon fish bowl with flat sides, depending on size of fish. Cover one side with black construction paper. Water should be aged water. Aged water is water that was drawn from the tap at least 24 hours before the fish is placed in it or water that comes from the home aquarium.
4. Exhibits are to be displayed with no “extras” in the bowl. A battery-powered aerator may be used if desired. Fish will be released at 8:00 p.m. on judging day.
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5. You will complete a different age specific activity each year, building a notebook as you progress. A 3”x 5” card, listing the common name of the fish exhibited and if live bearer or egg layer, should be attached to the inside front cover of notebook. The Notebook is exhibited the entire week of fair and fish are exhibited for one day.
Level C: Grades 7 & 8 and Level D: Grades 9-up A 10-gallon tank with a background and decorations is required. Members must choose one of the following options for their tank as well as complete a different age specific activity from the manual each year to add to their notebooks. Both the tank and notebook must be exhibited and remain for the entire fair. 1. Community Aquarium – The exhibit must include at least three kinds of fish, but no more than eight
fish total. The exhibit must include at least two egg-layers (same kind), and at least one pair (male and female) of live bearers. The remaining fish may be either livebearers or egg-layers.
2. Aquarium Beautiful – A florescent type of lighting, plants, gravel, and decorations may be used. The 4- Hers must include four to eight healthy fish of his/her choice.
3. Breeding – 4-Hers must exhibit a mated pair and selected young. Either livebearers or egg-layers may be exhibited.
4. Marine – The 4-Hers must exhibit two marine fish. Only natural salt-water decorations may be used. Sea creatures such as inverts, crustaceans, etc. may be included but will not be judged.
5. Educational Exhibit – The exhibit must be educational to the non-informed public. Examples – causes of pollution in a tank; fish diseases and remedies; exhibit of chemicals, rocks, metals, etc. harmful to tropical fish or any other topic of choice. A tank not larger than 10 gallons is required for the exhibit, with or without fish. A 22”x28” poster must accompany the exhibit and must explain the display. The notebook with information about care of the fish at home is also required.
ARTS & CRAFTS (Categories: Fine Arts, Needle Craft, Model Craft, Other) From the Projects in the Arts & Crafts categories (fine carts needle craft, model craft, othe) 12 are chosen to go to State Fair. If multiple pieces make up the exhibit, a photograph of the complete exhibit should be attached to the exhibit so the total exhibit can be properly displayed. For safety purposes, any craft exhibit that resembles a sword, knife, or look-a-like weapon is judged but not displayed.
Divisions: Beginner – Grades 3-5 Intermediate – Grades 6-8 Advanced – Grades 9-12
ARTS & CRAFTS: FINE ARTS County Project State Project State Fair Entry: Two entries chosen State Guidelines: https://www.indianastatefair.com/wp-content/uploads/books/414exhibithall/8/ Fine arts projects are oil, charcoal, pastels, pencil, ink, acrylic or watercolor – on canvas, canvas board or paper, framed as a picture and prepared for hanging. Screw-type holders with wire are recommended, to support the weight of the project. (Paint-by Number, poster paints, scratch art, poured acrylic paint, and melted crayon art are considered Other Craft projects).
Exhibit Requirements: • All appropriate projects should be ready to hang. • Fine Arts should be labeled on the back of their exhibit with the following information: Name, Club, Grade, and Description of article. • Attach 4-H Craft Information Cards (4-H-618A-W) for description of work completed on the project. • Drawings and paintings should be signed by the artist. • Record sheets to be turned in to local club leader. • Unfinished arts and crafts projects will not be exhibited. • Participation ribbons awarded to projects accepted after judging occurs.
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ARTS & CRAFTS: MODEL (Aircraft, Car, Watercraft, General) County Project State Project State Fair Entry: Two entries chosen Exhibit Requirements: • Exhibits must be a small-scale replica and of injected styrene plastics. • At least 25% of the exhibit must be painted. • Wood, paper, clay, die-cast, or snap together models are not permitted. • Screws are not permitted. • Snap-together kits and pre-painted bodies are not allowed! • Legos are not considered models and are exhibited as a Building Toys Project. • Model should be labeled on the back with the following information: Name, Club, Grade, and Description of
article. • Attach 4-H Craft Information Cards (4-H-618A-W) for description of work completed on the project. • Record sheets are due to local club leaders • If the model is being built from a kit, include a copy of the instructions with the craft information card.
ARTS & CRAFTS: NEEDLE CRAFT County Project State Project State Fair Entry: Two entries chosen Needle craft project is handwork consisting of knitting, embroidery, crocheting, needlepoint, crewel, candle wicking, chicken scratching, hand quilting, tatting, huck embroidery, hemstitching; pulled, drawn and counted thread work and punch needle work.
Exhibit Requirements: • All appropriate projects should be ready to hang. • Needle Craft should be labeled on the back of their exhibit with the following information: Name, Club,
Grade, and Description of article. • Attach 4-H Craft Information Cards (4-H-618A-W) for description of work completed on the project. • Record sheets to be turned in to local club leader. • Unfinished arts and crafts projects will not be exhibited. • Participation ribbons awarded to projects accepted after judging occurs.
ARTS & CRAFTS: OTHER County Project State Project State Fair Entry: Four entries chosen Exhibit Requirements: Any other craft does not include any crafts included in the three (3) classes listed above (fine art, needle craft, model craft). Examples of crafts included in this project includes: latch hook, leather, macramé, reed craft, plaster items, decoupage, stained glass, handmade dolls, dough art, jewelry, nature art, machine quilting, metal craft, wood craft, string or wire art, tube and textile painting, machine knitting, tole painting, plastic canvas, or any other miscellaneous craft.
• Members are expected to improve or develop a new skill each year. All articles must be ready for use. (Ex.:
All pictures must be framed, ready to hang. Preferred method for county fair exhibition is screw eye and wire with back securely finished.
• Attach 4-H Craft Information Card (4-H-618-A-W) for description of work completed on the project. • Record sheets are due to local club leaders • Craft should be labeled on the back with the following information: Name, Club, Grade, and Description of
article. • 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.
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ARTS & CRAFTS: OTHER – CERAMICS County Project State Project State Fair Entry: Two entries chosen Ceramics is defined as anything fired in a kiln. A kiln is an oven or furnace in which clay products are baked. This project is limited to clay projects that are cast or made in plaster-of-Paris molds. Plaster and hand formed pieces should be entered as a General Craft.
General rules for all exhibits:
• Members must clean their own projects. • Name (or initials) and date must be carved into bottom of all items. • All articles must be glazed inside. • Finish bottom of project; do not cover with felt or other materials. • Each exhibit must include a 3” x 5’ card with name, grade, description of article and the techniques
used in each step of the process. • Bring your project in a box.
Beginner (Grades 3-5) - Learn and practice good cleaning and preparation of greenware. Advance in technique each year.
A. 3rd grade- Exhibit one article that you have cleaned, fired, and glazed, using one or two colors.
B. 4th grade - Exhibit one article that you have cleaned, fired, and glazed, using more detail than previous year. Use no more than 5 colors.
C. 5th grade - Exhibit one article that you have cleaned, fired, and glazed. Use underglazes and glazes.
Intermediate (Grades 6-8)- Learn about stains. Advance in difficulty each year. Exhibit in one of the two following categories:
A. Stains - Exhibit one article or set of articles using more than one color. May usedifferent techniques such as washdowns, dry brushing, chalks, antiquing, shading, translucents, or a com bination of techniques.
B. Glazes – Exhibit one article or set of articles using specialty glazes. Glazes with texture, crystal glaze, or art glaze may be used.
Advanced (Grades 9-12) - Each year, progress in difficulty level of technique. Exhibit one article or set of articles in one of the following categories:
A. Glazes – Lusters, gold, silvers, opals, decals and overglazes. B. Stains – Use glazes and other techniques together. C. Lifelike animals or figurine using realistic stains. D. Porcelain E. Carving, sgraffito or clay lifting F. Village (if your greenware project is a set that has 5 or more pieces, take a picture of the complete set
and exhibit it along with the five best pieces.
ARTS & CRAFTS: HOOSIER CHRISTMAS DECORATION County Project Your project’s subject matter should be representative of Indiana. The project is handmade (no kits) and constructed of natural materials from Indiana such as grapevines, wool, pods, wheat, corn husks, teasel, copper, wood, clay, etc. Manufactured materials such as paint, miniatures, ribbon, etc. are acceptable decorations for an ornament. Include a 3”x 5” index card stating your name and what materials were used. Your decoration will be judged on appearance, interpretation of a theme about Indiana and creativity. Record sheets are due to local club leader.
REQUIREMENTS: 3rd Grade: Exhibit a refrigerator magnet. 4th Grade: Exhibit a clip-on type ornament. Use a flat clip either metal or wooden. Ornament must balance. The suggested size is no larger than 6” in any one direction and weighing no more than 5 oz. 5th Grade: Exhibit a hanging ornament. The suggested size is no larger than 6” in any one direction and weighing no more than 5 oz.
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6th Grade: Exhibit a candleholder with candle. No more than 25% of materials may be commercial. 7th Grade: Exhibit a wearable pin. 8th Grade: Exhibit a table centerpiece or a mantel decoration. 9th Grade: Exhibit a tree topper. 10th Grade: Exhibit a wreath. Not to be less than 12” in diameter and not more than 24” in diameter. 11th & 12th Grades: Your choice. You may do any of the previous divisions over or you may create your own
idea. Have fun with this division.
*Note: All exhibits must be ready for display (eyebolt on hanging ornament, clip for set-upons, base for tree toppers, appropriate hanger for size of wreath, etc.) and have the current year clearly labeled.
BEEF EDUCATION County Project This project allows youth to learn about beef cattle using the 4-H beef project manuals or other resources without the need to own an animal. Youth who presently own and exhibit beef cattle are also encouraged to prepare a poster exhibit as a means of learning more about beef cattle. Ownership of beef cattle is not required.
Exhibit Topics: The following suggestions are ideas for the development of educational posters. 4-H’ers are not limited to the topics mentioned.
Level 1 (grades 3-5): Beef breeds and origins, cattle byproducts, care of animals, beef anatomy, types of beef cattle, proper grooming, shelter, and nutrition
Level 2 (grades 6-8): Feed rations and digestion, identification, cattle behavior, diseases, animal safety, retail beef cuts, cost of raising beef cattle, beef showmanship, national or international beef associations
Level 3 (grades 9-12): Beef promotion, breeding and selection, biotechnology, sire summaries, careers related to beef, beef enterprise budget keeping
Exhibit Requirements for Posters: See poster requirements in this book for guidelines when completing your poster. All projects should have a title and references must be cited (either on the poster itself or attached to the back). Members need to complete record sheet and turn it in to local club leader.
BUILDING TOYS County Project General Rules:
• Members are permitted to use any type of interlocking building toys such as Legos®, K’Nex, Mega Not allowed: Lincoln Logs, Magnetix, and Erector sets.
• Judging is based on overall design, construction techniques, soundness, sturdiness, and balance. • Members are encouraged to use imagination and creativity in developing their exhibit. • Blocks are not to be glued together or to the base. • Exhibitors are not permitted to alter blocks in any way, including, but not limited to, cutting, filing,
painting, or using markers, crayons, pencils, chalk, etc. on the blocks. • All designs are to be original. Designs exhibited from a kit’s instruction sheet will not be permitted,
although parts from various kits/sets may be used. • Items on the exhibit not to be used are: wood, cloth, paper, etc.; unless from a Lego-type set such as sails
from a pirate set. • Labels, stickers, and/or decals may not be added to the exhibit. • Those labels or pictures which have been imprinted on the brick by Lego® or Lego®-type blocks will be
accepted. • People and/or animals may be used in the exhibit; however, they must be specifically from a building
block kit/set and are not to be glued to the base or to the blocks. • People and animals do not fulfill the requirement for moveable objects. • Doors, windows, and shutters are not considered moveable parts. Moveable parts include gears, wheels,
hinges, etc. • Record sheets to be turned in to local club leader.
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Exhibit Requirements: Level A – Grades 3-4 Exhibit a character or object (For example: an animal, person, statue, totem pole, etc.)
• Exhibit shall not have any moving parts. • Motorized parts are not permitted at this level.
Level B – Grades 5-6 Exhibit a structure or means of transportation (i.e. building, car, plane, boat, farm equipment, etc.).
• Exhibit may have moving parts; however, it is not required. • Motorized parts are not permitted at this level.
Level C – Grades 7-9 Exhibit any two related objects (i.e. windmill & house, tractor & barn, ship & airplane, space shuttle & lunar module, school & bus, robots, buildings, etc.).
• At least one of the two objects should have moveable parts. • Motorized parts are permitted at this level; however, it is not required.
Level D – Grades 10-12 Exhibit a display of three or more related objects (i.e. vehicle, structure, character,
etc.) • At least one of the three objects should have moveable or motorized parts. • Electric lights may only be used at this level.
CAKE DECORATING County Project State Project State Fair Entry: One in each division State Fair Guidelines: https://www.indianastatefair.com/wp-content/uploads/books/414exhibithall/6/
Project Completion Requirements: (Updated 10/2019) The cake decorating subject 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.
Beginner Level (Grades 3-5) Cakes must be on a cake board 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”. 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.
Intermediate Level (Grades 6-8) Cakes must be on a cake board 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
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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”. 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.
Advanced Level (Grades 9-12) Cakes must be on a cake board approximately ½” thick and 4” larger than the base cake. For example, if the cake is 26” in diameter, then the cake board must be 30” in diameter. The cake board must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited in the advanced level may be multiple layer and/or tiered and may include multiple cakes, like a wedding cake. Youth may choose to create a character or 3-dimensional cake by cutting-up pieces of Styrofoam, foam, or other solid material to create a new shape. Dowel rods, plates, etc. should be used to support multiple layers and tiers. Fondant icing, gum, and sugar paste is permissible. Cakes may be any shape, no more than 36” tall and the cake board is to be no more than 36”x36”. A minimum of five advanced level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional skills from the beginner and intermediate levels. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet.
Reference books, record sheets, and skills sheets can be obtained from the Extension Office.
CAT EDUCATION County Project State Project State Fair Entry: One from each level Exhibit Requirements: Use a 22"x 28" poster board with a stiff backing and a clear protective covering. Posters should be displayed horizontally. A poster label secured from the County Extension Office should be filled out and securely attached to the lower right- hand corner of the poster exhibit. 2. 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.
PROJECT COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Suggested topics: The following suggestions are ideas for development of educational cat poster. 4-Hers need not be limited by or to these mentioned topics.
Level 1: Grades 3-5 (Junior) Cat care, cat breeds, litter-training, treating my cat with care and respect, cat responsibilities, grooming skills, training my cat, neutering/ spaying, determining cat costs, traveling with my cat, my cat’s safety.
Level 2: Grades 6-8 (Intermediate) National cat fancier associations, a cat clinic, training with extra praise, careers related to cats, should my cat have kittens? feeding my cat, things I’ve learned, insect pests, symptoms of ill health, my visiting pet therapy program, cats get old too, saying good-bye.
Level 3: Grades 9-12 Understanding a cat show, planning a cat business, cat genetics, cat organs and systems, exploring careers, learning about leadership, teaching others, having fun learning, protecting our environment, issues of animal welfare/rights.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT County Project State Project State Fair Entry: One from each level State Fair Guidelines: https://www.indianastatefair.com/wp-content/uploads/books/414exhibithall/6/ Are you interested in working with younger children? Do you have a younger brother or sister? Would you like to baby sit? If so, then this project is for you! Learn how to care for young children, how to design games and toys for them, even how to start your own babysitting business.
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.
Poster: 22" x 28" poster board displayed horizontally Stiff backing with clear plastic covering Identification label in lower right corner of poster: Name of 4-H member, club, grade, year in project.
Binder notebook: Identification label on front of binder giving name of 4-H member, club, grade, and year in project Title page inside binder naming activity (or activities in Level C & D) Pages of activity and explanation to follow title page Photographs are helpful to show the activity being used or assembled Optional: Plastic sheet protectors, page decorations, binder cover decoration, etc.
Display: May be table top or floor style, not to exceed 36" x 36" x 36" (Display may include item(s) made in the
activities you completed this year.) Must be self-supporting to be viewed by the public
Exhibit Requirements: Level A (Grades 3-4) Using Child Development Activity Guide, obtained from Extension Office, exhibit one of the following:
• Design a 22 x 28-inch poster or a binder notebook that shows or tells what you did with this activity. • Create a display no larger than 36 x 36 x 36 inches using one of the activities from your project manual.
Complete an Activity Card and attach it to the exhibit. A sample Activity Card is on page 40 of the Child Development Manual. Use a 5 x 8 index card or larger cardstock to create your card.
Level B (Grades 5-6) Using Child Development Activity Guide, obtained from Extension Office, exhibit one of the following:
• Design a 22 x 28-inch poster or a binder notebook that shows or tells what you did with this activity. • Create a display no larger than 36 x 36 x 36 inches using one of the activities from your project manual.
Complete an Activity Card and attach it to the exhibit. A sample Activity Card is on page 40 of the Child Development Manual. Use a 5 x 8 index card or larger cardstock to create your card.
Level C (Grades 7-9) Using Child Development Activity Guide, obtained from Extension Office, exhibit one of the following:
• Design a 22 x 28-inch poster based on one activity you completed in your manual or one that promotes physical, emotional or cognitive skills.
• Display a binder notebook that includes the information from one of the activities you completed this year.
• Create a display no larger than 36 x 36 x 36 inches using one of the activities from your project manual or one that promotes physical, emotional or cognitive skills. Complete an Activity Card and attach it to the exhibit. A sample Activity Card is on page 40 of the Child Development Manual. Use a 5 x 8 index card or larger cardstock to create your card.
Level D (Grades 10-12) Using Child Development Activity Guide, obtained from Extension Office, exhibit one of the following:
• Design a 22 x 28-inch poster based on one activity you completed in your manual or one that promotes physical, emotional or cognitive skills.
• Display a binder notebook that includes the information from one activity you completed this year.
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• Create a display no larger than 36 x 36 x 36 inches using one of the activities from your project manual or one that promotes physical, emotional or cognitive skills. Complete an Activity Card and attach it to the exhibit. A sample Activity Card is on page 40 of the Child Development Manual. Use a 5 x 8 index card or larger cardstock to create your card.
COLLECTIONS County Project Do you like to collect something? It can be anything! Collections can be defined as the gathering of similar articles, objects, etc. The collectible items listed in the collections Project Manual are just an example of the wide variety of collections you may choose from. Your project is not limited to the items on the list; use your own ideas. Remember, collecting is a hobby, have fun and be imaginative.
Divisions: Beginner – Grades 3-5 Intermediate – Grades 6-8 Advanced – Grades 9-12
Exhibit Requirements: Each collection must be accompanied by a project notebook. The notebook, which will be added to each year, must contain:
• “Story about my Collection” Give information of interest about your collection, i.e. where to purchase, cost