NEWTON COUNTY 4-H PROGRAM STATEMENT OF POLICY

Indiana 4-H Program Philosophy and Expectations:

The Indiana 4-H program serves the youth of Indiana by providing a strong educational youth development program. This

program delivers educational experiences in a variety of settings. Caring, capable, and contributing adults assist in the

4-H program as models for youth. The rich heritage of the 4-H program is one to be valued and passed along to future

generations.

This document sets out certain standards and guidelines to be used to assure that 4-H is a positive youth development

program. County 4-H policy is guided by the county 4-H policy-making or governing board (i.e., 4-H Council) as provided

by the county Extension Board. Legal authority for the 4-H program rests with the Director of Cooperative Extension,

Purdue University. No county 4-H policy may conflict with state 4-H policy or with federal guidelines.

Deadlines for county and state participation should be carefully constructed so as to encourage rather than to discourage

participation. Such deadlines should be well published. Members not complying with established and published dates and

deadlines for exhibition may be denied the opportunity to exhibit. It is the policy of 4-H to be an inclusive organization. No

county policy or practice should be used to arbitrarily exclude youth from either membership or participation. Youth should

participate in 4-H Youth Development opportunities at levels and times that best suit the youth’s development.

Per state and federal guidelines, volunteers and Extension Educators may not require youth to attend 4-H club meetings

in order to complete 4-H or exhibit their work.

4-H Club Membership:

Youth may become 4-H members when they enter the third grade and may continue their membership through the

completion of grade 12. Each individual may continue membership for a maximum of ten (10) consecutive years.

Exceptions:

(1) Youth who enroll in grade three and are advanced 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” 3

grade, may begin the program as a 4

grader and may

continue for a total of 10 years ONLY if the enrollment occurs in consecutive years.

(3) Those youth who enroll in Grade 3 and are retained a grade in public, private, or homeschool 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 is retained one year in public, private, or homeschool, 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 3

grade and for one reason or another leave formal education prior to the

completion of 12

grade may continue for a total of 10 years ONLY if the enrollment occurs in consecutive years.

Note: 10 years of membership in the 4-H Youth Development is an opportunity ---not an entitlement. Those youth who do

not enroll as 3

grade students 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.

Youth may become Mini 4-H members when they enter kindergarten.

An individual’s 4-H grade is determined by the school grade in which he or she is classified regardless of the time of year

he or she enrolls in 4-H. A member does not advance in 4-H grade until he or she enrolls in 4-H for the subsequent school

year. Each member should enroll in the division of the project/subject that would best suit his/her interest and potential for

personal growth and would enhance their family involvement.

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.

4-H Vision: Indiana 4-H Youth Development strives to be the premier, community-based program

empowering young people to reach their full potential.

Opportunities in the 4-H program are available to all Indiana youth as defined regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age,

national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Married young men and women

of 4-H grade may participate in any of the 4-H projects and activities. However, married persons must participate by the

same terms and conditions and/or guidelines as unmarried participants. Membership in 4-H is gained by annually

completing the online enrollment process at http://v2.4honline.com

4-H is generally organized around local or project clubs. 4-H programming is delivered through clubs, a series of planned

meetings led by youth who are elected by the group to serve as officers. Adult volunteer leaders advise the group and

provide organization and a safe structure in which youth learn in a group setting. 4-H members benefit by participating in

local or project club activities. In club or project club meetings, 4-Hers:

• learn about the wide variety of 4-H projects, camps, and other experiences available to them,

• have the opportunity to develop and practice life and leadership skills,

• learn by doing,

• have the chance to meet lifelong friends,

• develop a sense of belonging,

• gain self-confidence,

• gain public speaking skills,

• interact with caring adults, and

• participate in community service and service-learning activities.

Spark Clubs:

SPARK Clubs are open to youth grades 3-12 to “spark” new interest in the Indiana 4-H program. SPARK Clubs are

special interest groups designed to capture the attention of youth with single focus, “out of the box” interests that are likely

different from state-recognized 4-H projects. These clubs are led by volunteers bringing their subject mastery to the

club. SPARK Clubs include six hours of instructional time that can occur in one day or over a length of time. Most SPARK

Clubs end their program with a culminating event or activity. Spark Clubs will vary from year to year. Contact the

Extension Office for more information and to find out what clubs are offered each year.

Mini 4-H Non-Competitive Policy:

Mini 4-H is a program designed to encourage positive development of children in kindergarten through second grade. The

goal of Mini 4-H is to help young children explore friendships outside the family; explore the way in which things work;

practice both small and large muscle control, and think about the ways people work together on projects.

The NON-COMPETITIVE learning environment for Mini 4-H includes:

1. Planned learning activities in which children are invited to be active and explore materials and ideas without the

pressure of completing a specific product or exhibit.

2. Low adult/leader to child ratio that allows time for adults/leaders to provide individual, positive encouragement and

assistance.

3. Simple, interesting activities that are fun.

4. Encouragement of children to participate in a group activity by sharing and or displaying their activity projects.

5. Rewards that are identical and/or ribbons of the same color for everyone.

DO NOT JUDGE projects, but instead, discuss them with the child. Projects are exhibited at the fair and are “judged” by

Junior Leader 4-H members.

Enrollment:

Enrollment must be reinstated annually by completing a Newton County 4-H Enrollment form or by enrolling online at

http://v2.4honline.com

. Enrollment and program fee must be on file at the Extension Office. Once enrolled, 4-H members

may add, drop, or change projects through May 15. In addition, those enrolling in Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goat, Dairy,

Rabbit, Poultry, and Horse and Pony MUST complete the county 4-H enrollment process online. Animals must be enrolled

by May 15 and properly identified. No exceptions.

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. There may be educational or social reasons for an

individual joining 4-H in a different county than that of their primary residence. During a single program year, a 4-H

member enrolled in a given project is expected to enroll and exhibit that project only in one county of enrollment.

In the event that a project is not offered 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 4-H Extension Educator. Participation in 4-H

related activities and events (i.e. judging, auction) must be in the county of primary 4-H enrollment.

The above policy is not intended to provide an escape mechanism for troubled 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 (a county you do not live in), rest with the county 4-H Extension Educator in the

receiving county.

Note: In a statement from our federal partner in Washington, DC, the following statement appears: “Anytime there are

procedures for exclusion of individuals from events which use the 4-H name there are potential challenges to enforcement

of the exclusions. The challenges have a substantial potential to prevail and they frequently result in negative publicity for

the organization. Therefore, before choosing a policy of exclusion it is wise to evaluate the exclusion being considered, to

be sure there is an overwhelming educationally based need for the exclusion.”

Extension employees and volunteers are obligated to eliminate (and should not create) any practices that limit, deprive, or

tend to deprive any youth of opportunities for membership and/or participation in the Indiana 4-H program.

Behavioral Criteria for 4-H Events and Activities:

To 4-H members, volunteers, parents and the public: when attending, participating or acting on behalf of the 4-H program,

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 which may be injurious to the 4-H program. The following actions

constitute misconduct for which persons may be subject to disciplinary consequences and/or dismissal from the

program:

A. Dishonesty in connection with any 4-H activity by cheating or knowingly furnishing false information.

B. Alteration or unauthorized use of 4-H records.

C. Obstruction or disruption of any 4-H activity or aiding and encouraging other persons to engage in such conduct.

D. Failure to comply or aiding or encouraging other persons not to comply with specific terms and conditions of a

given project, contest, or activity.

E. Failure to comply with directions of 4-H officials acting in the proper performance of their duties.

F. Inhumane treatment of 4-H animal projects.

There are many opportunities for 4-H members, volunteers, parents and the public to participate in 4-H events and

activities. When involved in such experiences, members, volunteers, parents and the public are expected to follow all

rules and regulations as outlined by those responsible for the specific program or activity. In all such 4-H activities, the

following constitute a violation of behavioral expectations:

1. Possession or use of fire crackers, gun powder, firearms, chemicals or other materials that can be used to create

an explosive mixture.

2. Misuse of fire equipment or sounding a false fire alarm.

3. Having a guest of a different gender in your sleeping quarters or inappropriate sexual behavior.

4. Physical or verbal abuse of any person or conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of any

person.

5. Theft of or malicious damage to property.

6. Possession, use, or distribution of alcohol, illegal drugs, tobacco and tobacco-like products, electronic smoking

devices (including, but not limited to, e-cigs, vapes, juuls)

, or other dangerous substances.

7. Inappropriate displays of affection towards another person(s).

8. Distribution, misuse, or abuse of over-the-counter, homeopathic (including supplements and vitamins), or

prescription medications.

9. Inappropriate clothing or lack of clothing during the event or activity.

10. Lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct or language.

11. Unauthorized entry, use or occupancy of any facility.

12. Any conduct which threatens or interferes with maintenance of appropriate order and discipline or invades the

rights of others.

13. Unwillingness to follow appropriate health and safety procedures.

14. Reckless or inappropriate behavior.

When violations occur at out-of-county, district, area, and/or state and/or national 4-H events, the following

procedures will be followed:

A. The parents/guardians may be contacted to arrange transportation home for the violator(s) and

B. The local Extension Educator may be notified.

Exhibition:

Exhibition of 4-H projects/subjects in local, county or state exhibits/fairs, in person or virtually, is voluntary on the part of

the exhibitor. The exhibition of 4-H projects/subjects provides the 4-H members an opportunity to display their 4-H

projects/subjects, enter into competition and participate in educational/social environment with their peers. With exhibition

also comes the responsibility for abiding by all the terms and conditions pertaining to the respective 4-H project.

Completion:

The completion of a 4-H experience may include a variety of options and must not be misinterpreted solely as exhibition of

a project at a local, county, or state fair. There are a number of ways that a young person may participate in the 4-H Youth

Development Program in addition to the club-based option. Participating in these 4-H opportunities enable the youth to

build skills that will serve them well throughout their adult lives.

Some of these participation options do not include the preparation of a specific exhibit by an individual that would be on

display at a fair or similar event. In some cases, the youths’ actual participation may be the final product that results in

their completion of a year of 4-H. Some examples of this participation include working as a team to develop a robot for a

workshop or challenge; completing a Spark Club experience; participating in State 4-H Band or Chorus; taking part in a

science training or experiment; participating in an after school 4-H experience; etc.

4-H members are considered complete in their 4-H educational experience for the year when they have (1) completed the

4-H member enrollment process prior to the established and published date for enrolling; and (2) had an officially

recognized 4-H volunteer/Extension Educator verify the existence of the completed project/subject or the member’s

participation in a 4-H educational experience. This could be in the form of an exhibit, poster, report, presentation, etc. Or,

a member may choose to submit a completed record sheet in lieu of an exhibit to complete the club- or fair-based 4-H

project/subject. The 4-H record sheet will be based on printed or web-based educational materials (used by Indiana 4-H

Youth Development) and submitted prior to the established and published date.

Though exhibiting in local, county, and state exhibits/fairs is not required for project completion, as it does not necessarily

relate directly to content and skills learned in the development of the 4-H project, project exhibition is encouraged as a

continuation of the educational experience.

Extension employees and volunteers are obligated to eliminate (and should not create) any practices that limit, deprive, or

tend to deprive any youth of opportunities for membership and/or participation in the Indiana 4-H program. Per state and

federal guidelines volunteers and Extension Educators may not require youth to attend 4-H club meetings in order to

complete 4-H or exhibit their work.

Liability Release Policy:

It is required by Risk Management at Purdue University that a signed 4-H Youth Development Liability Release

Statement shall be obtained annually from each and every 4-H participant in the 4-H Youth Development Program on the

4-H member’s enrollment form. 4-H members who do not have on file with the County Extension Office a liability release

statement that has been signed by at least one parent or legal guardian will not be allowed to participate in 4-H projects,

events, or activities. This form must be signed and obtained from participants annually. Those 4-H members who

have reached age 18 (or older) by the time the forms are distributed are not exempt from having a signed release form on

file. However, these individuals are not required to have a parent or guardian signature. The 4-H Youth Development

Liability Release Statement provided by Purdue University 4-H Youth Development and Risk Management shall

be used as provided. The language in the form shall not be altered in any way. Release forms shall be maintained

for a period of 7 years.

Guidelines for 4-H Animal Exhibits:

Each species committee has adopted its own rules. Study the grid on page 13 for the project(s) in which you are enrolled.

Read each one carefully as the requirements are not the same. Follow these guidelines--not the requirements listed in

project manuals. Exact information, such as the actual date, will be published in newsletters and/or mailed to project

members. If you have questions, contact project superintendents.

2022 Animal and Livestock Requirements: All Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine are required to have a valid

premise I.D Number and appropriate 4-H animal enrollment forms for entry at the Newton County Fair. These

animals cannot unload without these documents and proper identification. See page 13 for the 2022 Animal and

Livestock Requirements grid.

Each 4-H member shall own or lease his/her 4-H exhibit unless stated in specific project rules. The Rabbit, Poultry, Cat

and Dog projects will not allow leasing. Ownership, personal possession, and regular care of the animal must be in effect

on or before the county and state enrollment deadlines and continuously until after the 4-H show at the county and/or

state fair.

1. For 4-H breeding animals, family corporations and/or partnerships of 4-H members with one or more parents, siblings,

grandparents, aunts, uncles, legal guardian are acceptable.

2. For 4-H dairy cattle, family corporations and/or partnerships of the 4-H member with unrelated persons or dairy

operations are also acceptable (i.e. John Doe and William Smith (4-H member) or Long Oak and William Smith). Dairy

cows and heifers, owned in a partnership, may not be exhibited by more than one person from May 15

until the

conclusion of the State Fair 4-H Dairy Show. This person must be the exhibitor of the animal in the current State Fair

4-H Dairy Show, or the animal will be ineligible for this show. 4-H dairy cattle will not be accepted in 4-H classes at the

Newton County Fair or State Fair if they are registered in the father’s name only or in a farm name, such as “Smith

View”, “Smith Oak”, etc., unless the 4-H member has a certified lease agreement for this animal.

3. Dairy heifers may be leased subject to approval of the Newton County 4-H Dairy Committee and Extension Educator.

Horses & ponies may be leased subject to approval of the Newton County 4-H Horse and Pony Committee and

Extension Educator. 4-H animals (horse and pony, dairy) are only eligible to be leased by a single 4-H member in a

4-H program year.

4. 4-H animals are expected to be in the possession and regular care of the 4-H member who owns/leases them (unless

other arrangements have been agreed upon by the County 4-H Extension Educator) from the animal ID deadline until

the conclusion of the county and/or state fair.

5. 4-H market animals and commercial animals must be individually identified and verified under the supervision of the

county 4-H program at county identification events by May 15th. These species include market lambs and commercial

ewes, dairy wethers, dairy feeder steers, dairy beef steers, beef steers, market and commercial heifers, meat goat

wethers, and market wether dams.

6. 4-H animals purchased, sold or offered for sale after the ID deadline and prior to the Newton County Fair/Indiana

State Fair (including animals that have gone through a "Premium Only Auction"), shall not be eligible to show in the

4-H show at the Newton County Fair/Indiana State Fair. Sale of products of animals (milk, cheese, wool, etc.) in lieu of

the animal, are considered equivalent to a "Premium Only Auction."

7. 4-H animals exhibited after the May 15 State 4-H animal ID deadline at any show by anyone other than the individual

whose 4-H enrollment record is connected to the ID of the animal in Indiana 4-H Online will not be eligible to be

shown in the 4-H show at the Newton County Fair/Indiana State Fair. This term/condition does not apply to siblings

and parents, who may show each other’s animals at any show during the year without jeopardizing State Fair

eligibility. 4-H animals that are selected by 4-H Extension Staff or 4-H Adult Volunteers for use in supreme

showmanship contests (Master Showmanship, Round Robin, etc.) may be used in those county events without

jeopardizing State Fair eligibility. This policy applies to all 4-H animal projects. For animal projects without state ID

deadlines, the person who enters them in the Indiana State Fair 4-H show is the equivalent of the owner of the

animals.

8. Temporary guardianships established for the intent of animal exhibition or grooming purposes are not permitted and

shall result in immediate disqualification.

9. 4-H exhibitors may receive clipping and grooming assistance from members of their immediate family (father, mother,

siblings), from a current Indiana 4-H member, and from individuals enrolled in the Indiana 4-H Approved Animal

Assistance Program.

10. 4-H members showing registered beef, Boer goats, dairy, dairy goats, sheep and swine must present a registration

certificate (no photocopies, carbons or fax copies) to the superintendent before the specified time for each specie,

showing that the exhibitor owns the animal being exhibited, as per ownership terms, on or before the May 15

enrollment deadline and continuously until 4-H show day at the Newton County Fair.

11. 4-H breeding beef, Boer goats, dairy goats, sheep and swine must be registered in one of the following ownership

methods:

a. In the 4-H members’ name;

b. John Smith and Sons;

c. John Smith, Sons and Daughters;

d. John Smith and Family (family includes sons, daughters, and legal guardian youth only);

e. Mark Smith (brother) and Mary Smith (sister);

f. Family corporations, where the 4-H members’ name appears as a holder of stock in the corporation, and proof of

same must be supplied on or before the ID deadline; or

g. Family partnership where the 4-H member’s father, mother, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, grandparent, and/or legal

guardian is also in the family partnership and the 4-H member's name appears on the legal, notarized partnership. A

copy of the written document must be on file with the Extension Office before the ID deadline. A single animal can

only be included in one 4-H Online family profile.

12. 4-H breeding beef, Boer goats, dairy goats, sheep and swine will NOT be accepted in the State Fair 4-H show if they

are registered in a father’s name only, farm name only, or partnerships with unrelated persons (such as “Smith View”,

“Smith Oaks”, “John Doe & William Smith (4-H member)”, “Long Oak & William Smith (4-H member)”, etc.).

13. All members exhibiting livestock are expected to complete the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) program

before exhibition at the county fair. This can be done in a face-to-face class or online and MUST BE COMPLETED

ANNUALLY. Find out more information at www.yqca.org.

14. Beef and Dairy Beef Steers, Commercial and Market Heifers, Dairy Feeders, Beef Registered Heifers, Dairy Cattle,

Meat Goat Weathers, Registered Boar Goat Females, Market Goat Does, Sheep, and Swine members wishing to

exhibit their animals at the State Fair must submit DNA envelopes to the Extension Office by 4:00 PM on May 15.

15. The Dairy lease program is only for 4-H members who do not own their own dairy cows and/or heifers. Only dairy

heifers that will be less than two years of age at the time of the Indiana State Fair 4-H Dairy Show, may be leased. For

the Newton County Fair only, heifers less than two years of age and/or mature milking cows may be leased. Leasing a

dairy heifer will be considered the equivalent of ownership. The 4-H member should be regularly involved in the care

of the heifer, regardless of where the heifer is kept, and the 4-H member should have exclusive show rights to the

heifer during the 4-H lease period from May 15

until the 4-H Dairy Show at the Indiana State Fair. Leased 4-H dairy

heifers must be registered (although it is not necessary to have the registration paper transferred to the 4-H member’s

name) by May 15

and be properly identified in Indiana 4-H Online.

Animal Exhibits at the Indiana State Fair:

The 4-H exhibitor and a parent or legal guardian of the 4-H exhibitor of all market and breeding animal exhibit from the

following departments: Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Swine, Sheep, Dairy Goat, Boer Goat and Meat Goats entered at the

Indiana State Fair must be listed on a 4-H Animal Affidavit. This form is available at County Extension Offices or the State

Fair entry office or online. The executed affidavit must be presented at the time of check-in of the exhibit at the State Fair.

Refusing to execute the affidavit will result in disqualification and the imposition of appropriate penalties.

Grievance/Appeal Guidelines for County 4-H Program Issues: (Activities, Programs, Projects)

The grievance procedures outlined in this document are utilized as part of an internal process of the Indiana

4-H Youth Development program when grievances of 4-H members, their parents/guardians, or 4-H

volunteers cannot be resolved via reasonable conversation. This policy affords the opportunity in those

unique situations to allow voice or opinion to be heard when there is a dispute regarding 4-H participation,

activities or programs.

This is not a mechanism for complaints against individual 4-H members (or

their families), 4-H volunteers, judging officials for competitive events, or Purdue Extension staff. All

resulting decisions will be made in accordance with the Indiana 4-H Program’s stated mission to be an

inclusive organization designed to encourage and maximize youth participation. The rights of the individual

filing the grievance are limited to those provided by Indiana 4-H Program policy.

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 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 should be 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, volunteers, members, or other individuals 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, members, 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 to be heard and reviewed.

a. The grievance is initially heard by an unbiased, representative grievance sub-committee of approved 4-H

Volunteers. 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 a combination of 3-6 of

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; one 4-H volunteer knowledgeable in the

subject matter (project) of concern (this individual will vary dependent on the issue raised with the grievance);

and up to three community leaders. 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 sub-committee 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.

4-H FAIR EXHIBIT INFORMATION

General Rules:

1. An exhibit may not be entered in more than one County Fair 4-H class except in some animal classes where

designated. In a County Fair class requiring more than one item, all items must be exhibited by the same 4-H

member. All parts of an exhibit made in one class must belong to one 4-H member.

2. All 4-H projects at the Newton County Fair must be prepared during the current 4-H year. Eligibility rests solely with

the Newton County 4-H Council and committees.

3. 4-H Livestock and Animal Exhibit Entry and release will be announced. Release time to be determined by at least 2;

Fair Board, respective Project Superintendent, Veterinarian, or Extension Educator and posted prior to the fair. There

will be no early release except for:

1) Auctioned animals that are not returning home, which may leave following auction according to buyers’

arrangements,

2) Livestock leaving on packer truck,

3) Lactating dairy cows which will arrive at 7a.m. the day of the show and be released after the show.

4) With vet release

5) State enforced time limits/restrictions

Release time for 4-H Building exhibits to be determined. Please check the newsletter. There will be no early release.

Any 4-H exhibit removed from display prior to the official release will be disqualified. Any 4-H placing/prizes (including

ribbons, money, medals, trophies, etc.) awarded that exhibit will be forfeited.

4. 4-H exhibitors having an entry in animal classes at the Newton County Fair are expected to show their own animals.

In cases where this cannot be done, the owner may have animals shown by another Indiana 4-H member, with prior

approval from the respective 4-H Superintendent.

5. Late exhibits are eligible for regular ribbon placing if judging for that particular project is not yet completed. However, a

late exhibit not received for judging by the designated time shall not be considered for any special award, such as

Champion, Reserve Champion, or State Fair Exhibit.

6. A green "Completion" ribbon will be awarded when: (a) an exhibit is received after judging is completed; (b) a 4-H

member exhibits in a project division in which he/she has previously exhibited; or (c) an animal is not enrolled or

properly identified by May 15.

7. A Champion award may be given to a deserving exhibit regardless of the number of entries in a division. A project

must have received a blue ribbon to be considered for a Champion or Reserve Champion award.

8. If a minimum of 4 (four) 4-Hers do not complete a project for 2 consecutive years, the project may be dropped.

9. All items exhibited must be in good taste. Alcoholic beverage, tobacco, electronic smoking device, or obscene

materials or references will be prohibited and will not be displayed.

10. Due to space constraints you may be asked to transport oversized projects to State Fair on your own.

11. 4-H members who enroll in non-livestock projects after May 15

will not be eligible for any award above a blue ribbon.

Fraud and Deception:

In the interest of all breeders of livestock, all exhibitors, the Newton County Fair Board, the 4-H program, and the

agriculture industry, the following general rules, regulations and listing of prohibited activities are presented to maintain,

insure and present a wholesome, high-quality educational program. It is imperative to promote and allow only ethical

behavior by exhibitors at the Newton County Fair. Fraud, deception, any prohibited activities, or violations of general or

departmental rules, or any activity determined to be improper or unethical by the Council, Superintendent, and/or

Extension Educator shall not be allowed.

1. TAMPERING, ALTERING, AND/OR MISREPRESENTATION relative to any exhibit is prohibited. This prohibited

activity includes but is not limited to breeding, age, ownership, and/or method of preparation or completion. (For

example, with animal exhibits this includes, but is not limited to, coloring, pumping, attaching hair/hair substitutes, or

filling.)

2. UNETHICAL FITTING OF ANIMAL EXHIBITS is defined as the administration of any substance (to include, but not

limited to, drugs, steroids, chemical substances) or performance of any surgical procedure altering the animal's

configuration or natural conformation of any part of the animal's body, or rendering its tissues unfit for human

consumption and is prohibited. Exceptions that are allowed include hoof trimming, dehorning, removal of hair, or

manipulation of normally attached hair.

3. 4-H Market animals shall not contain any identifiable or unidentifiable foreign substance including: drugs, steroids, or

chemicals, greater than those standards established by the USDA or the FDA as permissible for sale for consumption

as human food both on day of show and day of shipment to market. Drugs may not be administered to 4-H animal

exhibits at the county fair except by a veterinarian, and after approval from the project superintendent or Extension

Educator. This procedure must be witnessed by the superintendent and his/her designee.

4. No exhibitor may take exception to the decisions of an official and/or judge in an unprofessional and/or public manner

nor shall any exhibitor or person representing the exhibitor interfere with or show disrespect to any judge or show

official.

5. Note: Upon enrollment, parents and members agreed to abide by, follow, and comply with the rules, policies and

expectations of the 4-H program and agreed to conduct themselves in courteous and respectful manner by exhibiting

good sportsmanship and good behavior. Failing to do so will constitute grounds for sanctions against and/or dismissal

from the program. See also Behavioral Criteria for 4-H Events and Activities in this handbook.

Livestock Activities and Events:

LAMB, GOAT AND PIG SCRAMBLES

These events are held during the county fair. This creates opportunities for 4-Hers to become involved in the Sheep, Goat

or Swine projects. Detailed information containing rules is available through the Extension Office, or by contacting your

superintendent.

4-H SHOWMANSHIP CONTESTS

Showmanship classes will be divided into appropriately sized groups by age. 4-Hers must sign-up with the respective

superintendent. When signing up to enter the showmanship contest, the 4-Her must give his/her grade level. The

superintendent will determine the break in class size. The winners in each class will show for the Champion Showman

Award. (Past winners will re-enter their appropriate age class each year). All participating members must show their own

animals.

4-H LIVESTOCK SALE

1. Sale to be held in the livestock judging arena. The details of the sale are to be arranged by the sale committee.

2. Any 4-H member exhibiting a Grand Champion at the Newton County Fair reserves the privilege to exhibit that

animal at the 4-H Show at the Indiana State Fair. If he/she intends to exhibit his/her Grand Champion at the

Indiana State Fair 4-H Show, he/she may sell another animal. This animal will be sold at its own weight.

3. A 4-Her may sell only one animal. In order to sell, an animal must be finished and ready for market. This includes

proper medication withdrawal times as they may apply.

4. All eligible auction animals have to be exhibited in a market division at their show per project guidelines.

5. Only the champion scramble lamb, champion scramble goat, and champion scramble pig may sell.

6. Only animals will be sold; NO byproducts of animals.

7. A consignment fee of $20.00 will be charged for each animal entered into the auction.

4-H SUPREME SHOWMAN

Showmanship contest in which 4-Her must demonstrate skills at showing Beef, Sheep, Swine, Horse & Pony, Dairy,

Poultry, Rabbit, and Goats.

SUPREME SHOWMAN RULES

1. Each species (Beef, Swine, Sheep, Horse & Pony, Dairy, Poultry, Rabbit, and Goat) will decide on how the

representative of that species is to be selected for the Supreme Showman Class.

2. Each species will have a representative. If champion of a species chooses not to show, a replacement will be

selected by the Superintendent of that species. Also, in the event that one 4-Her wins the opportunity to compete

for Supreme Showman in more than one species in one year, they must choose only one species that they will

represent. The species which that individual chose not to represent must determine a replacement. How that

replacement is chosen is up to the Superintendent and/or committee of adult representatives from that species.

3. Each class (specie) will be run according to that species rules during its showmanship class.

4. Dress for Supreme Showman will be a polo shirt provided by donors, jeans, and boots – no tennis shoes.

5. The species Superintendent is responsible for selecting eight (8) animals during the showmanship classes in their

show to be used for Supreme Showman. These animals will arbitrarily be assigned a number from 1-8 and are

not to belong to any of the eight finalists or their families. The project superintendent will also assist the Supreme

Showman Superintendent in securing a judge for their class.

6. Entrants will be designated by numbers. Each showman will draw for their number immediately before the contest

to determine which animals they will show.

7. All Supreme Showman finalists will be responsible for contacting other specie superintendents or barn members

to learn proper technique in other species.

8. The order of classes will be decided by the barn superintendents and contestants.

9. Each judge may ask physiology questions of any of the eight finalists during the class. Judge will place finalists 1-

8 with 1st equal to 1 point, 2nd equal to 2 points, 3rd equal to 3 points, 4th equal to 4 points, and 5

equals 5

points, 6

equals 6 points. 7

equals 7 points, 8

equals 8 points. All placings will be held until all species are

judged.

10. The Supreme Showman winner will be selected by adding points from all eight classes for each finalist. The

finalist with the lowest score is the winner.

11. A tie will be broken by the judges. All decisions by judges will be final.

12. Horses will be shown in the Horse & Pony Arena, other species will be shown in the Sheep or Swine Arena.

13. Any questions concerning the Supreme Showman not covered above will be decided on by a committee

comprised of the Superintendent of each of the eight species concerned and their representatives.

Awards:

FARM BUREAU TENURE AWARD

These awards are presented by the State Farm Bureau Women's Department. Two 4-Hers will be selected by the Newton

County Extension Office each year for this award. These awards are based on the number of years in 4-H and number of

projects completed.

TEN YEAR AWARDS

All 4-H members who have completed 10 years of 4-H will be given a special award sponsored by the Newton County 4-H

Council, Inc.

LAST YEAR MEMBER AWARDS

All 4-Hers who are in their last year of membership (just completed grade 12) and have been a member for at least 5

years will be given a special award sponsored by the Newton County 4-H Council.

Interactive Demonstration:

Any 4-H member may participate in the Interactive Demonstration. This is designed for the novice person and the topic

can be related to any 4-H project. The 4-H member will provide a short demonstration of no more than 3 minutes that will

actively engage members of the audience in a how-to-do skill development. Examples include, but are not limited to, how

to use a measuring cup, how to use a ruler, how to knead bread, how to clean grooming clippers, how to crop a photo,

etc. Props are permitted. Live animals and PowerPoint displays are not permitted.

2022 ANIMAL AND LIVESTOCK GUIDELINES

PROJECT

EDUCATIONAL

RESOURCES

ACTIVITY GUIDELINES

DUE DATE

ENROLLMENT

REQUIREMENTS

TRAINING, DOCUMENT AND

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

BEEF

The Ohio State Beef

Resource Handbook

4-H 117R

Livestock Record Sheet, and

attend appropriate workshops.

All record sheets are due by 6

p.m. the evening prior to the

show to the superintendent.

YQCA must be completed at

least one week before fair.

Animals must be enrolled in

4HOnline by May 16

Complete YQCA, Properly identified,

Premises ID, 4HOnline enrollment by the

appropriate date.

DAIRY

HEIFERS &

DAIRY

STEERS

The Ohio State Dairy

Resource Handbook

4-H 127R

Livestock Record Sheet, and

attend appropriate workshops.

All record sheets are due by 6

p.m. the evening prior to the

show to the superintendent.

YQCA must be completed at

least one week before fair.

Animals must be enrolled in

4HOnline by May 16

Complete YQCA, Properly identified,

Premises ID, 4HOnline enrollment by the

appropriate date.

GOATS

The Ohio State Goat

Resource Handbook

4-H 135R

Livestock Questions, Livestock

Record Sheet, and attend

appropriate workshops.

All questions and record sheets

are due at check in on Sunday

of fair week. YQCA must be

completed at least one week

prior to fair.

Animals must be enrolled in

4HOnline by May 16

Complete YQCA, Properly identified,

Premises ID, Scrapie ID, 4HOnline

enrollment by the appropriate date.

HORSE &

PONY

The Ohio State

Beginning Horse

Management Handbook

4-H 174

Livestock Questions, Record

Sheets, and attend appropriate

workshops.

Proof of Vaccination, Questions

and Record Sheets, are due at

the final Clean-up prior to the

Fair in July.

Animals must be enrolled in

4HOnline by May 16

Complete the Proof of Vaccination form,

Properly identified, 4HOnline enrollment

by the appropriate date, Health

Certificate, and Proof of Vaccination

POULTRY/

WATERFOWL/

TURKEY

None

Complete the project record

sheet, and attend appropriate

workshops.

All record sheets are due at

check in on Sunday of fair week.

YQCA must be completed at

least one week prior to fair.

County enrollment forms must be

completed and received by the

Extension Office by May 16th.

Complete YQCA, NPIP – Blood Test or

from an NPIP Certified Flock, with receipt

and county issued enrollment forms.

RABBITS

The Ohio State

Resource Handbook

4-H 228R

Livestock Questions, Livestock

Record Sheet, and attend

appropriate workshops.

All questions and record sheets

are due at check in on Sunday

of fair week. YQCA must be

completed at least one week

prior to fair.

Breed class rabbits must be enrolled

in 4-H online by May 16

. All other

classes will fill out county paper

enrollment forms by July 1. Please

refer to rabbit project rules in

Periscope.

Complete YQCA, 4HOnline enrollment

by appropriate deadline/County

enrollment form, properly identified, and

must be in good general health.

SHEEP

The Ohio State

Resource Handbook

4-H 194R

Livestock Questions, Livestock

Record Sheet, and attend

appropriate workshops.

All questions and record sheets

are due by 6p.m. the evening

prior to the show to the

superintendent. YQCA must be

completed at least one week

before fair.

Animals must be enrolled in

4HOnline by May 16

Complete YQCA, Scrapie ID; properly

identified, Premises ID, 4-HOnline

enrollment by the appropriate date.

SWINE

The Ohio State

Resource Handbook

4-H 134R

Livestock Record Sheet, and

attend appropriate workshops.

All record sheets are due by 6

p.m. the evening prior to the

show to the superintendent.

YQCA must be completed at

least one week before fair.

Animals must be enrolled in

4HOnline by May 16

Complete YQCA, Properly identified,

Premises ID, 4-HOnline enrollment by

the appropriate date.

All animals are to be entered in appropriate classes in Fair Entry by published deadline.

4-H Poster and Notebook Guidelines

All 4-H poster exhibits MUST meet the following guidelines:

1. All posters must be 22” x 28” and must be exhibited horizontally.

2. Posters must be mounted on a firm backing. Any thin, lightweight material that will keep the poster from bending

forward will work. Examples are very stiff cardboard, thin paneling, thin luan board, or foam coreboard.

3. All posters must be covered with clear plastic or other transparent material to protect the exhibit. This is required

to keep the poster clean before judging and when touched by fairgoers.

• Clear plastic comes in various thicknesses, in rolls or sheets, and may be purchased at most hardware and

variety stores.

• Do not use plastic food wrap. It is not heavy enough to protect the poster properly.

• Posters may be professionally covered.

• Foam core board and plastic envelopes may be purchased at the Newton County Extension Office.

4. All posters must have a title.

• Some exhibits require a specific title, and others allow the 4-Her to use

creativity in choosing a title.

• Check exhibit guidelines for your particular project.

5. A small label is to be placed in the lower right corner on the front of

your poster under the plastic covering. This label should include the

following information: Name, Project and Division or Level.

6. ALL POSTERS, NOTEBOOKS, AND DISPLAY BOARDS-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 exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed,

books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board,

be the last page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit

an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.

EXAMPLES:

BOOK:

Author, A. A. (Year of publication). Title of work: Capital letter also for subtitle.

Location: Publisher.

Alfee, R. C., & Valencia, R. R. (1991). APA guide to preparing manuscripts for journal

publication. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

WEBSITE:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Date of publication). Title of article. Title of Online

Periodical, volume number (issue number if available). Retrieved from

http://www.someaddress.com/full/url/

Bernstein, M. (2002). 10 tips on writing the living Web. A List Apart: For People Who Make

Websites, 149. Retrieved from http://www.alistapart.com/articles/writeliving

7. Exception: Exhibit tag on Photography Salon Print may be mounted on top of the plastic. In addition, write your

name on the back of the mount under the plastic for identification.

Planning the Poster

1. A good poster does not happen by accident. Plan your poster ahead of time, make several rough sketches, and

experiment.

2. Poster should have one main idea.

3. Poster should be self-explanatory.

4. The message of the poster should be brief and direct.

5. Poster should grab the viewer’s attention immediately, help the person to focus on the main idea, and cause that

person to take action.

6. Be sure poster follows specific project guidelines.

22”

28”

Name

Project

Color

1. Use white poster board when required; experiment with other colors when not required.

2. Colors can create the desired mood or atmosphere for your poster. Colors have meaning, so use the appropriate

color for your subject. Example: earthy colors (light brown, natural, greens, rusts) work well for forestry and

wildlife posters.

3. Limit the poster to two or three colors so that color does not become too obvious to the viewer.

4. Choose color combinations that make your message easy to read. The following color combinations are listed

from most legible to least legible: black on yellow, green on white, red on white, blue on white, white on blue,

black on white, yellow on black, white on red, white on green, white on black, red on yellow, green on red, red on

green, blue on red. Reminder: marking pens may change color, depending on background color.

Lettering/Methods

1. Lettering should be large enough and dark enough to be easily seen.

2. Leave the same amount of space between letters.

3. Spaces between words should be about the size of a full letter.

4. Lower case letters are easier to read than capital letters. Use capital letters or other novel lettering methods only

for emphasis. Straight, simple letters are easiest to read.

5. Hand Lettering – Looks appealing if done neatly.

6. Stencils – Give a very neat appearance if used properly.

• Close the gaps on stenciled letters to make them solid letters, which are easier to read.

• Use a pencil to trace the letters directly onto the poster and then color them. Do not attempt to color through

the stencil.

• If colored pencils are used, the best are soft leaded ones. They are easy to use and blend, and strokes will

not show. Hard leaded pencils are less expensive, but are more difficult to use.

• Stencil letters can also be traced onto construction paper, fabric, contact paper, or colored paper and then cut

out. Tracing the letters on backwards to the wrong side of the paper will help eliminate pencil marks.

7. Self-Sticking Letters – Are very neat but are more expensive to use. Adhesive on the letters sticks the letters to

the poster, and they cannot be reused. Some adhesive letters may be repositioned and some are permanently

attached once they are placed on the poster.

8. Computer Generated Letters – Entire words or groups of words may be mounted on poster.

Mounting Adhesives

1. Rubber Cement – Leaves no marks and won’t wrinkle paper.

2. Double Stick Tape – Good for attaching leaves.

3. White Glue – Use only if item being attached is thick enough that wrinkling or damage will not occur.

4. Glue Sticks – Work well in many instances.

5. Spray Adhesives – Good choice for attaching leaves and other items to poster.

Extra Touches

1. Colored Tape – This is not necessary, but is an easy way to attach poster to backing and makes an attractive

border. It is available in many colors (cloth or plastic) and is available at discount and craft stores. Tape 1” to 1 ½”

wide gives the poster a nice border.

2. Colored “Frames” for pictures or labels. 4-H Clover somewhere on a poster and/or 4-H in title.

Notebook Guidelines:

1. Needs to be a sturdy 3 ring binder (with stiff covers) or a bound type notebook (with stiff covers). No report cover or

similar styles.

2. Make sure the notebook accurately meets the guidelines and objectives of the activities in the manual.

3. Information printed directly off the web will not be accepted.

4. Materials included in the notebook need to be educational, both for the youth and the audience, and should

demonstrate that the youth was able to take what he or she learned from their research (experiment, or on web, in

library, etc.) and/or activities to create the notebook.

5. Work should include references where appropriate.

6. Pictures, graphics, and artwork are encouraged.

Don't forget title, subtitles or numbers, if needed, and use creativity within the bounds of the project rules.

MINI 4-H PROJECTS FOR Kindergarten-1

Grade

MINI 4-H FOR GRADES K-1 GUIDELINES

1. Newton County offers SEVEN (7) projects for Kindergarten through 1

grade members.

2. A Mini 4-H member may enroll in any number of projects.

3. MINI 4-H MEMBERS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO SUBMIT RECORD SHEETS OR COMPLETED MANUALS FOR

ANY OF THE MINI PROJECTS LISTED IN THE PERISCOPE.

4. The manuals for all of the K-1 Mini 4-H Projects (except Animal/Livestock Posters, which does not have a

manual) are available through the Extension Office or by downloading the PDF at the website listed under each

project.

5. Ribbons will be awarded to all Mini projects; however, awards will be limited to ribbons.

6. Mini projects are exhibited at the county fair only.

7. All K-1 Mini 4-H Projects (Bugs, Collections, Forestry, Sewing, Space, Trees, Animal/Livestock posters) are to be

entered for exhibit at the 4-H Building at the fairgrounds.

General Poster Instructions:

Make a poster 22” x 28” displayed horizontally with the standard 2” x 4” label in the lower right-hand corner,

stating name, age, township and club. See Poster instructions on pages 14 and 15 of the Periscope for more

specific instructions.

MINI 4-H (K-1): ANIMAL/LIVESTOCK POSTERS

MANUAL: This project does not have a manual.

EXHIBIT: This project can be done on any animal the 4-Her chooses and is not limited to pets/livestock. After choosing

an animal, please do one of the following.

• One 22” x 28” poster with pictures of the animal and the body parts labeled. See poster guidelines on pages 14

and 15.

• One 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and the animal (or just the animal if you do not possess the

animal) and a related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines

on pages 14 and 15.

MINI 4-H (K-1): BUGS

MANUAL: The Manual for this project can be found at: https://extension.purdue.edu/4h/Documents/Resources/4H-911-

4.pdf

EXHIBIT: This is a list of project activities that can be shown at the Newton County Punkin’ Vine Fair. Pick a project

activity you would like to try. You only need to pick one to show, but you do not have to make them in any order. All

exhibits should be on a 22” x 28” poster board (see poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15) unless otherwise specified

(scrapbooks, project activities, etc.).

• Make a poster of an insect or spider. Label the body parts.

• Draw a picture of a butterfly. Be sure to make the designs on the wings symmetrical.

• Make a poster or a book showing some of the ways bugs protect themselves.

• Make a project activity as a group and take it to the fair to show the kinds of things your group has been doing.

Make a scrapbook of pictures showing your group having fun while making the project activities in this manual.

• Make a poster showing several kinds of bugs on one half and several kinds of spiders on the other half. You may

want to draw the pictures or you may want to cut them from magazines.

• Make several kinds of bugs. Use them to make a mobile of moving creepy crawlies.

• Use a shoebox to encourage children to create a diorama for their bug. Use things from nature to make it realistic.

MINI 4-H (K-1): COLLECTIONS

MANUAL: The Manual for this project can be found at: https://extension.purdue.edu/4h/Documents/Resources/4H-911-

1.pdf

EXHIBIT: This is a list of project activities that can be shown at the Newton County Punkin’ Vine Fair. Pick a project

activity you would like to try. You only need to pick one to show, but you do not have to make them in any order. All

exhibits should be on a 22” x 28” poster board (see poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15) unless otherwise specified

(scrapbooks, project activities, etc.).

• Collect and exhibit 5 items or 5 pairs of items. If you take a collection to the fair more than one year, add 5 more

articles to your collection each year.

o These articles can be rocks, coins, insects, salt and pepper shakers, pencils, or any kind of fun collection.

o Attach a card that tells what you are collecting and why you collected the items.

• Go to a museum and look around at the collection of things.

o Draw a picture of the collection you liked best.

o Try to find out why museums collect stuff. List some things that they collect.

o Ask someone who works at a museum how they get things for their collections.

o What is the most unusual collection you saw:

o (If a museum is not in your home area, try the library.)

• Talk to family and friends. Ask them what they like to collect and why they like to collect it. Then make a chart to

show your information.

• Make a project activity as a group and take it to the fair to show the kinds of things your group has been doing.

• Make a scrapbook of pictures showing your group having fun while making the project activities in this manual.

MINI 4-H (K-1): FORESTRY

MANUAL:

The Manual for this project can be found at: https://extension.purdue.edu/4h/Documents/Resources/4-H-911-3.pdf

EXHIBIT: This is a list of project activities that can be shown at the Newton County Punkin’ Vine Fair. Pick a project

activity you would like to try. You only need to pick one to show, but you do not have to make them in any order. All

exhibits should be on a 22” x 28” poster board (see poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15) unless otherwise specified

(scrapbooks, project activities, etc.).

• Make a project activity as a group and take it to the fair to show the kinds of things your group has been doing.

• Make a scrapbook of pictures showing your group having fun while making the project activities in this manual.

• Visit a lumberyard. Observe the main different types of wood. How is the wood stored? What sounds do you

hear? What kinds of smells do you notice? Talk to one of the workers to find out what they do. Draw a picture of

what you found out.

• Make a poster with pictures of your group planting a tree.

• Make an art collage out of things collected on a walk in the woods. You can do this by yourself or you can do this

as a group mural.

• Go on an alphabet scavenger hunt. Look for things in the forest that begin with each letter of the alphabet. Make

an alphabet book using the items you find.

• Make a poster or book showing things people can do to help trees or showing things people use that come from

trees.

• Write a story or poem about your favorite tree.

MINI 4-H (K-1): SEWING

MANUAL: The Manual for this project can be found at: https://extension.purdue.edu/4h/Documents/Resources/4-

H_9117W.pdf

EXHIBIT: This is a list of project activities that can be shown at the Newton County Punkin’ Vine Fair. Pick a project

activity you would like to try. You only need to pick one to show, but you do not have to make them in any order. All

exhibits should be on a 22” x 28” poster board (see poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15) unless otherwise specified

(scrapbooks, project activities, etc.).

• Make a project activity as a group and take it to the Fair to show the kinds of things your group has been doing.

• Make a scrapbook of pictures showing your group having fun while making the project activities in this manual.

• Make a group quilt by lacing several sets of the quilt square initials together.

• Make one of the project activities in this guide:

o Fringe a Scarf

o Quilt Square Initials

o Tic-Tac-Toe Weaving

o Stitch the Mouse

o Straight-Line Patterns

o Connect-a-Pattern

o Flight Pattern

MINI 4-H (K-1): SPACE

MANUAL: The Manual for this project can be found at:https://extension.purdue.edu/4h/Documents/Resources/4H-911-

6.pdf

EXHIBIT: This is a list of project activities that can be shown at the Newton County Punkin’ Vine Fair. Pick a project

activity you would like to try. You only need to pick one to show, but you do not have to make them in any order. All

exhibits should be on a 22” x 28” poster board (see poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15) unless otherwise specified

(scrapbooks, project activities, etc.).

• Make a poster or a group mural of space. Be sure to include some constellations.

• Design and make your own rocket using materials around your house like paper towel tubes and construction

paper.

• Make a poster or a book showing some things you have discovered about astronauts.

• Make a project activity as a group and take it to the fair to show the kinds of things your group has been doing.

• Make a scrapbook of pictures showing your group having fun while making the project activities in this manual.

• Make the star constellation of your choice using two different techniques from this manual or make up your own

method.

• Write a short poem about what you think it would be like to explore space. Design a space cover for your poem.

MINI 4-H (K-1): TREES

MANUAL: The Manual for this project can be found at: https://extension.purdue.edu/4h/Documents/Resources/4-H-911-

2.pdf

EXHIBIT: This is a list of project activities that can be shown at the Newton County Punkin’ Vine Fair. Pick a project

activity you would like to try. You only need to pick one to show, but you do not have to make them in any order. All

exhibits should be on a 22” x 28” poster board (see poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15) unless otherwise specified

(scrapbooks, project activities, etc.).

• Make a project activity as a group and take it to the fair to show the kinds of things your group has been doing.

• Make a scrapbook of pictures showing your group having fun while making the project activities in this manual.

• Draw a picture of the ways your favorite tree looks in each of the four seasons.

• Make a collage of pictures cut from magazines. Show as many different kinds of trees as you can find. See if you

can find at least one picture of a tree with an unusual shape.

• Take a walk in a local park. Collect things that have fallen from trees onto the ground. Make a tree shaped poster

and glue all the things you found onto the poster. Be sure to match the items with the part of the tree where they

are found.

• Make a leaf rubbings book using 5 leaves you find that you think are interesting. To make the leaf rubbings, place

each leaf on a flat surface with the vein side up. Next, place a piece of paper over the leaf and use the side of a

crayon to rub color over it. Label each page with the leaf name.

MINI 4-H PROJECTS FOR 2

Grade

MINI 4-H GUIDELINES:

1. Newton County offers TWENTY (20) projects for 2

grade members.

2. A Mini 4-H member may enroll in any number of projects.

3. NO RECORD SHEETS OR MANUALS ARE REQUIRED FOR ANY OF THE MINI PROJECTS LISTED IN THE

PERISCOPE.

4. All the information you will need to complete Mini projects is in the Periscope.

5. Ribbons will be awarded to all Mini projects; however, awards will be limited to ribbons.

6. Mini projects are exhibited at the county fair only.

7. Mini Aerospace, Mini Cake Decorating, Mini Foods, Mini Gift Wrap, Mini Horse & Pony Poster, Mini Models, Mini

Sewing, and Mini Woodcraft are to be entered for exhibit at the 4-H Building at the fairgrounds. Mini Animal

projects will be exhibited as part of the respective 4-H livestock show.

8. Mini members MUST follow health regulations and/or supply a Certificate of Vaccination when required. See each

individual animal project explanation for guidelines.

9. Mini members are not eligible to sell animals in the 4-H Auction.

General Poster Instructions:

Make a poster 22”x 28” displayed horizontally with the standard 2” x 4” label in lower right hand corner, stating

name, age, township and club. See Poster instructions on pages 14 and 15 of the Periscope for more specific

instructions.

MINI AEROSPACE

EXHIBIT: Swift Rocket.

General Instructions:

1. Make a flying model rocket from a kit. You will need a hobby knife, white glue, a pencil, a brush, hobby sanding

paper, Aero Gloss Dope (sanding sealer), Aero Gloss Dope Thinner and Tester spray paint (a bright color).

2. A safety/construction workshop may be held in the spring. Parents and members are encouraged to attend.

3. Members must abide by the current model rocketry safety code as established by the National Association of

Rocketry. A copy of the code will be provided.

MINI BASKETS

EXHIBIT: Small, round basket

General Instructions:

Construct a small round basket made with a wooden base so that:

1. The base is secure to the basket.

2. All ends are tucked inside the basket and cut so they only overlap two spokes.

Safety Policy for Mini 4-H members: “Mini 4-H members, in second grade, will be allowed to show, work with, or

care for animal projects after their parent or legal guardian has signed a liability release. Mini 4-H members may

independently show, work with, or care for animals that weigh 300 pounds or less. Mini 4-H members may only show,

work with, or care for animals over 300 pounds when they are assisted by a parent, legal guardian, or another adult

designated in writing by parent or legal guardian.” (The word assisted means that the adult has control of the animal at

all times.) Mini 4-H members are not required to own the animals they participate with in Mini 4-H. All animals on

exhibit should meet the regulations of the Indiana Board of Animal Health Requirements for Exhibition of Domestic

Animals in Indiana and meet the vaccination requirement set by Indiana 4-H.

Mini 4-H members exhibiting horses must wear ASTM or SEI standard F1163 (or above) certified helmets whenever

mounted. The parent/guardian is responsible to see that this specified headgear is properly fitted with the approved

harness in place and fastened whenever a rider is mounted.

3. The rim is secure to the basket.

4. The basket is of natural reed plus one color of choice.

Several workshops will be held where a basket can be made under supervision. Supplies provided, cost under $10.00.

MINI BEEF/DAIRY

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One feeder calf or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and your animal and a

related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. Calves must be born after January 1 of the current year and cannot exceed 700 pounds.

2. Members will be expected to bring back the same calf for regular competition at next year’s fair.

3. Calves must be broken to lead and show stick trained.

4. Calves will be shown to enable the member and the calf to gain show experience.

5. All health regulations for 4-H Beef Show apply.

6. All breeds will show together.

7. May be released immediately following the show.

8. Mini members may show an animal (beef) that belongs to another member of their immediate family as long as

that animal is properly enrolled at the county fair. The animal must stay the entire fair.

9. Parents or immediate family member may assist in the ring.

MINI CAKE DECORATING

EXHIBIT: One decorated “giant cookie” Styrofoam circle. Standard size circles are approximately 1”x 6” and are available

from a discount or hobby store craft or floral department.

General Instructions:

1. Use a simple icing to frost your “giant cookie.” Decorate it using 2 decorator tips. You may also use additional

decorations.

2. Exhibit your “giant cookie” at the county fair.

3. Decorations you may wish to use: candy, nuts, crushed cereal, coconut, sprinkles, marshmallows, & raisins.

MINI CATS

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One cat or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and your animal and a

related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. Members may own or share a cat for show.

2. Kittens must be 4-8 months old; cats are 8 months or older.

3. There are 3 pieces of required “paperwork.” Several weeks before the fair, you will receive Cat Show information

in the mail. Included in this mailing will be a Cat Show Class Card, which you need to complete and return to the

Superintendent or the Extension Office one week prior to the Show so the various classes can be planned.

Certification of Vaccination (4-H 777), signed by the veterinarian administering them, must accompany your cat

to the Cat Show. Also bring a close-up photo of you and your cat to the Cat Show. This is for display at the

fair, since cats are taken home after the Show.

4. Cats must be free of fleas, fungus, ear mites, parasites, or other communicable diseases. The Vaccination

Certificate states that “Cats will be examined by a veterinarian (or vet tech) at the time of exhibition. Any sign of

a communicable disease will result in cat being sent home.”

5. For the 4-H Cat Show, bring the cat in a suitable cage or pet carrier with kitty litter included. All cats must wear a

collar. The exhibitor is responsible for providing water and grooming aids.

6. Carry cat to the show table at the 4-H Cat Show. Prior to and during the Show, cats should be removed from

carriers only for grooming or judging. Cats must be on a leash when not caged.

7. Members should be able to discuss basic cat care with the judge.

8. Mini members may participate in the cat carrier decoration exhibit, described in the 4-H Cats project description

in the Periscope.

9. Take cat home immediately following the Cat Show.

MINI CONSTRUCTION TOYS

EXHIBIT: Must be no taller than 6” high and have a base no larger than 6” square.

General Instructions:

1. Construct and exhibit a character such as an animal, a person, a statue, or an object.

2. NO motorized parts.

MINI DOG OBEDIENCE

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One dog, at least six months old by county fair or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include

you and your animal and a related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster

guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. Mini 4-Her will learn about the care, housing, health, grooming, and socialization of a dog.

2. A folder of project information will be provided at the Dog Obedience Orientation held in the spring for all Dog

Obedience and Mini Dog Obedience members.

3. All 4-H dogs must have a Certification of Vaccination (4-H 671), signed by a licensed, accredited veterinarian

indicating the dog has been vaccinated for distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, rabies, bortella (kennel cough) and

parvovirus all within one year of exhibiting at the county fair. The Certificate must accompany all 4-H dogs at

all training sessions, and the Dog Obedience Show.

4. 4-H member may share a dog for meetings and show. A dog being shown in the dog project must belong to the

exhibitor or to a member of the immediate family or household. Dogs may only be shown by the 4-H member,

their sibling, or their parent from May 15 through the Dog Show. Exhibition by any other individual makes the dog

ineligible for State Fair exhibition.

5. Dogs must wear a well-fitted slip, buckle, or martingale collar made of leather, fabric, or chain. Exception: Gentle

leader collars may be worn at training but are not allowed at the Dog Obedience Show at the fair. The leash may

be of fabric or leather and shall be six feet in length. All grooming supplies are the responsibility of the 4-H

member. Dogs will not be permitted to participate in training or showing events if not accompanied by the proper

equipment. Financial assistance may be available for proper dog equipment. Please contact Superintendent.

6. To learn training techniques and specific exercises, Mini members and their dogs should attend 4 training

sessions and the Dog Obedience Orientation workshop for all members. Attendance at any additional training

sessions is welcomed.

7. Mini Dog will be part of the Dog Obedience Show at the fair.

8. Exhibitors should appear neat and well-groomed. Dress guidelines and appropriate clothing will be discussed

during training.

MINI FOODS

Project Guidelines: You will learn to read a recipe, follow the directions, and prepare the recipe. Make sure you have an

adult help you purchase ingredients and learn how to prepare the recipes.

Mini Foods members have a choice of 3 recipes to prepare for exhibit: Honey Hives, Haystack Cookies, or Black-eyed

Susans. Exhibit ONE recipe only. You may want to try preparing all three for your family to enjoy. Each recipe is unique;

the first two are no-bake cookies. Honey Hives have a thick dough that you form into a beehive shape. Haystacks require

melting chocolate and butterscotch chips in the microwave or on the stove top, and Black-eyed Susans are mixed and

baked, then the chocolate kiss is added.

EXHIBIT: Six (6) Honey Hives, OR Haystacks, OR Black-eyed Susans.

General Instructions: Cookies should be placed on a firm, disposable plate. Cover exhibit securely with plastic wrap or

put inside a sealable bag.

Honey Hives

1 cup peanut butter 1/3 cup honey

1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups rice cereal

¾ cup raisins (Rice Krispies)

DIRECTIONS:

• Roll 1 ½ cups cereal between two sheets of waxed paper until crushed. Set aside.

• Do not crush remaining ½ cup cereal. Thoroughly mix peanut butter, honey, vanilla, raisins, and uncrushed

cereal in a mixing bowl.

• Drop mixture by spoonfuls onto crushed cereal and roll lightly to cover.

• Form into beehive shapes. Try to make them all look the same.

• Makes about 2 dozen hives.

Haystack Cookies

6 oz. pk chocolate chips 12 oz. chow Mein noodles

6 oz. pk butterscotch chips 1 C peanuts, optional

DIRECTIONS:

• Melt chips together on stove or in microwave.

• Remove from heat and stir in noodles & peanuts.

• Put wax paper on a cookie sheet and drop mix by teaspoonfuls. Refrigerate to set.

Black-eyed Susans

¾ cup (1 ½ sticks) margarine or butter, softened 12 drops yellow food color

½ cup sugar 1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla 1 pkg (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened

2 cups flour 36 chocolate kisses

DIRECTIONS:

• Mix butter, sugar, vanilla, food color, egg and cream cheese in a large bowl.

• Stir in flour.

• Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm.

• Heat oven to 375º.

• Shape dough into 1 ¼ inch balls. Put balls about 2 inches apart on cookie sheet. As you put each ball on the

cookie sheet, cut it following the directions below.

• Adult help: Using scissors or a small, sharp knife, cut each ball from top into 6 wedges about ¾ of the way

through dough, as shown in drawing. Spread wedges apart slightly. (Cookies will flatten as they bake.)

• Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are set and edges begin to brown.

• Immediately press in center of each cookie 1 of the chocolate kisses.

• Remove cookies from cookie sheet with spatula to wire rack. Cool.

MINI GIFT WRAP

EXHIBIT: One empty square or rectangular box wrapped with purchased paper and decorated with purchased bow.

General Instructions:

1. Lay the box you are wrapping upside down on the wrapping paper. If the paper has a pattern or printed message,

make sure the design is centered on the box so that it shows to best advantage.

2. Estimate the amount of paper required to go completely around the box and overlap it by 2-4”. Paper should

extend at the ends no more than ¾ the depth of the box.

3. Lap one edge of paper over the other and tape in place.

4. Beginning on one end, fold the top flap down toward the center. The side flaps are then folded toward the center

and finally the bottom flap is brought up and taped in place.

5. Repeat this procedure on the other end. Be sure that the paper is kept tight.

6. Complete your package with a bow and/or ribbon.

7. During the year, practice wrapping 2 or 3 square or rectangular boxes with purchased wrapping paper.

MINI GOATS

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One doe or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and your animal and a related topic.

Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. All health regulations regarding goats for exhibition will apply.

2. Mini goats will come the day of the show and may be released following the show. If you choose to stay for the

duration of the fair, superintendents must know prior to fair so pen space is available. If you choose to stay, the

goat may not go home early.

3. All Mini goat members should attend a workshop on caring for goats.

4. Mini Goat members may show a goat that belongs to another member of their immediate family as long as that

animal is properly enrolled at the county fair. It can be a dairy, pygmy, or meat doe or wether.

5. In some cases, there may be a child who really wants to show a goat, but, goat is not available to them. These

cases will be taken care of on an individual basis. Contact Scott and Maureen for guidance on this issue.

MINI HORSE & PONY

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One horse or pony or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and your animal and a

related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. All horses and ponies must be owned or leased by 4-Her or family member (no stallions) by May 15 of current

year. No official lease agreement is needed.

2. Mini 4-H members exhibiting horses must wear ASTM or SEI standard F1163 (or above) certified helmets

whenever mounted. The parent/guardian is responsible to see that this specified headgear is properly fitted with

the approved harness in place and fastened whenever a rider is mounted.

3. The Mini 4-Her will learn about the care, housing, health, feeding and grooming of a horse.

4. Mini member should attend at least 1 county Horse & Pony event (a meeting or a clinic).

5. The following classes are available:

a. Showmanship (Halter)

b. Horsemanship (Walk-trot or Lead-line)

c. Costume class (theme will be announced) The Mini 4-Her should participate in either walk-trot or lead-

line, and may choose to participate in both. Costume class is optional.

6. Mini Classes will be conducted at the county fair with the 4-H Horse and Pony Show (specific times will be

announced).

7. Suitable attire must be worn in all classes.

8. All health requirements for horse and pony will apply.

9. Mini Horse and Pony animals must be in place (stall) by 9:00 a.m. on day of show and will be released following

the show.

MINI MODELS

EXHIBIT: One model from a snap-together kit.

General Instructions:

1. Select a snap-together model kit (no glue). Find one that is appropriate for your age.

2. Follow the instructions carefully. Models may have decals or may be painted.

There are a variety of snap-together kits available including cars, trucks, monster trucks, planes, helicopters,

dinosaurs, etc. Call the Extension Office if you need help finding a model

MINI POULTRY/WATERFOWL/TURKEY

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One chicken, duck, goose or turkey or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and your

animal and a related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines on pages

14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. Contact poultry Superintendent in January or February to get information on where to order chicks.

2. All health regulations regarding poultry for exhibition will apply.

3. May be released immediately following the show.

4. The purpose of 4-H Mini Poultry is to give the member experience in showing poultry, waterfowl, or turkeys.

MINI RABBITS

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One rabbit or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and your animal and a related

topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. You may show a purebred or crossbred rabbit.

2. All members will be responsible for carrying their rabbit to and from the judging table.

3. Rabbit must be in good general health.

4. You are encouraged to attend 4-H Rabbit Workshops when offered.

5. Mini Rabbits must be tattooed before the fair.

6. Mini Rabbits must be entered on Sunday between 10am-4pm. Mini members may show a rabbit that belongs to

another member of their immediate family as long as that animal is properly enrolled. If a family member’s animal

is being used, it must stay for the entire fair. If it is their own enrolled animal, it may be taken home immediately

after the show on Monday. Please let the Superintendent know when you are taking this rabbit home.

7. The purpose of 4-H Mini Rabbits is to give the member experience in showing rabbits.

MINI SEWING

EXHIBIT: One place mat.

General Instructions:

1. Select a piece of loosely woven fabric (cotton is best) and matching thread.

2. Straighten and pre-shrink your material.

3. Cut it into a 12” x 18” rectangle.

Stitch the Mat:

1. Stitch on the sewing machine all around the mat ½” in from the edge.

a. Lay the fabric so that most of it is to the left of the needle. Lower the needle ½” from the edge of the fabric

and begin stitching.

b. When you come to a corner, stop stitching ½” from the corner with the needle down in the fabric. Raise the

presser foot, turn the fabric, lower the presser foot, and continue sewing. Repeat this at every corner.

c. Finally, you will come to the place where you started sewing. Just keep stitching until you have stitched on top

of your first stitching for about 1 inch, then backstitch to where you first started stitching.

2. Remove the mat from the sewing machine and trim the threads very close to the fabric.

Make the Fringe:

1. Make the fringe by pulling out all threads between the stitching and the edge. It is usually best to pull just one

thread at a time.

2. If you were not able to stitch exactly straight along the thread when you did the machine stitching, some of the

threads will unravel.

3. Stop when the thread of the fabric is caught with the machine stitching.

4. With small pointed scissors, cut the thread that you are raveling out and pull it away from the mat.

5. Press your mat and see how nice it looks.

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS AND IDEAS:

• Optional: You may add a personal touch to your placemat by decorating it with an appliqué, rick rack, colored

thread, sponge paint, etc.

• A loosely woven fabric is easier to unravel than a tightly woven fabric.

• Be creative!

MINI SHEEP

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One commercial or registered ewe lamb or wether or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that

include you and your animal and a related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster

guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

12”

18”

General Instructions:

1. Members will be encouraged to show the animal at next year’s fair as a yearling ewe. Wethers are excluded from

this rule.

2. All health regulations regarding sheep for exhibition will apply.

3. May be released immediately following the show.

4. Mini members may show a lamb that belongs to another member of their immediate family as long as that animal

is properly enrolled at the county fair and is not going to the Indiana State Fair. The sheep must stay at the entire

fair.

5. The purpose of Mini Sheep is to give the member experience in showing a lamb.

MINI SPORTFISHING

EXHIBIT: One item that shares what you learned about fishing in this project. Items to choose from could include:

1. Poster 22”x28” of collage of photos. See poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15; or

2. Item you made examples: fishing game, photo journal with captions, story notebook with pictures, knot examples,

etc.

General Expectations:

1. Follow rules of courtesy and fishing etiquette outlined in “Successful Fishing” handout.

2. Attend 4-H Sportfishing events with family members. There will be sessions to learn about fishing, 5 or 6 dates to

actually fish, and end of the year celebration with prizes and a fish fry for all those that completed the project by

exhibiting at the Newton County Fair.

3. Parents are expected to participate with the member.

4. Fishing equipment is available for members that need it.

5. Fishing events will be held at private ponds or on “Indiana DNR Free Fishing Days” so no license will be required

for adults to fish with their child.

MINI SWINE

EXHIBIT: 2

Grade: One barrow or gilt or one 22” x 28” poster with 5 pictures that include you and your animal and a

related topic. Examples include: housing, feeding, care, showmanship, etc. See poster guidelines on pages 14 and 15.

General Instructions:

1. All breeds will be shown together.

2. All health regulations regarding swine for exhibition will apply.

3. May be released immediately following the show.

4. The purpose of the 4-H Mini Swine is for the member to gain experience in showing swine.

5. Mini members may show a barrow or gilt that belongs to another member of their immediate family as long as that

animal is properly enrolled at the county fair and is not going to the Indiana State Fair. The animal must stay for

the entire fair.

MINI WOODCRAFT

EXHIBIT: Sanded cutting board.

General Instructions:

1. The purpose of this project is to help you learn how to sand properly. You will hand sand a pre-cut cutting board.

You will also learn how to treat the board with oil so it can be used.

2. You can purchase a cutting board at cost from the Extension Office. Several designs are available. Or, you can

have someone cut a pattern of your choice.

3. Raise the wood grain by wiping the cutting board with a damp rag. Let it dry for 24 hours, then sand the cutting

board with sand paper. Start with 80 grit for the first sanding, and then finish bare wood with 120 grit. All wood

surfaces should feel smooth, not fuzzy to the touch.

4. To treat the wood, lightly apply mineral oil (from a drugstore) with a clean rag. Rub in. Allow to dry and repeat.

Never use vegetable or cooking oils to treat a cutting surface as in time, these oils can become rancid.

5. Do not put any paint, varnish, or stain on your cutting board.

After the fair, wash the cutting board with detergent and hot water so it is ready to use. Reapply oil occasionally to

a clean cutting board.

AEROSPACE

Description: The 4-H aerospace program provides youth with educational information and experiences about

aerodynamics, flight and rocketry.

State Fair Entries: 3 rockets, drones, remote control aircraft, posters, notebooks or display boards per county;

one per level.

Exhibit Guidelines:

All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving

credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include website links,

people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the

back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A

judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed. Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally

and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to

sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right-hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and

creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement. “Ready to Fly” and E2X

rockets are not permitted. Rockets may be exhibited with a base, but launch pads are not permitted. All rockets must

weigh less than 3.3 pounds and considered an amateur rocket according to FAA regulations. Remote control aircraft or

drones may be constructed from a kit or purchased ready-to-fly. The power source (rocket engine, battery pack, etc.) is to

be removed before being placed in public exhibition. Rockets will not be launched and remote control aircraft or drones

will not be flown at state fair. Launching rockets and flying aircraft or drones at the county level is optional based on adult

supervision experience.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Construct a rocket of your choice designed for a new model rocket enthusiast with a difficulty level that is appropriate for

the suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on any topic in the manual. Similar topics not included in the

manual are permissible. Rockets cannot be ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets and rockets that

take an engine D or above are not permitted in this level. Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice that is age/grade

appropriate and compliant with FAA regulations, federal and state laws, and local ordinances. This exhibit choice is to

include a notebook or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned. Displaying the

aircraft or drone is optional.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Construct a rocket of your choice designed for a model rocket enthusiast with some experience and with a difficulty level

that is appropriate for the suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on any topic in the manual. Similar topics

not included in the manual are permissible. Rockets cannot be ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine

rockets and rockets that take an engine E or above are not permitted in this level. Remote control aircraft or drone of your

choice that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA regulations, federal and state laws, and local ordinances.

This exhibit choice is to include a notebook or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills

learned. Displaying the aircraft or drone is optional.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Construct a rocket of your choice designed for an experienced model rocket enthusiast and with a difficulty level that is

appropriate for the suggested grade level, or a poster or display board on any topic in the manual. Similar topics not

included in the manual are permissible. Rockets cannot be ready-to-fly (RTF) or have plastic fins. Cluster engine rockets

and rockets that take an engine G or above are not permitted in this level. Remote control aircraft or drone of your choice

that is age/grade appropriate and compliant with FAA regulations, federal and state laws, and local ordinances. This

exhibit choice is to include a notebook or poster including how the aircraft/drone was used and aerospace skills learned.

Displaying the aircraft or drone is optional.

ANIMAL EDUCATION

Description: Youth can learn about livestock and companion animals through a variety of experiences.

State Fair Entries: 3 Cat entries per county; one per level, 3 Dog entries per county; one per level, 3 Llama entries

per county; one per level, 3 Poultry entries per county; one per level, 3 Rabbit entries per county; one per level.

Exhibit Guidelines:

Owning or showing an animal is not required. Members enrolled in any 4-H animal or livestock project can exhibit in this

project and are to contact their county 4-H educator to learn if they are to also be enrolled in animal education. 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 website links, people and

professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a

poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is

not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed. Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally and

placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to sit

on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and

creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related topic of choice that

is age/grade appropriate. Check with the Purdue Extension office in your county to determine if enrollment is required in

the species project you want to learn about. Owning or possessing an animal is not required.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related topic of choice that

is age/grade appropriate. Check with the Purdue Extension office in your county to determine if enrollment is required in

the species project you want to learn about. Owning or possessing an animal is not required.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related topic of choice that

is age/grade appropriate. Check with the Purdue Extension office in your county to determine if enrollment is required in

the species project you want to learn about. Owning or possessing an animal is not required.

ARTS AND CRAFTS, GENERAL

Description: Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing creativity in a variety of

mediums.

State Fair Entries: 5 entries per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.

Exhibit Guidelines:

Youth may exhibit any art or craft that does not meet exhibit requirements in Fine Arts, Needle Craft, Model Craft or

Construction and Architectural Replica. Exhibitors should be considerate of space. Exhibits too large to safely move or

requiring lots of space should be exhibited using photographs and a description of work in a notebook.

All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A

. This information card is to describe work

completed so the judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are for judging purposes only

and will not be returned to the exhibitor. If multiple pieces make up the exhibit, a photograph of the complete exhibit

should be attached to the exhibit so the total exhibit can properly be displayed. For safety purposes any craft exhibit that

resembles a sword, knife, or look-a-like weapon will be judged but will not be displayed. Judges evaluating exhibits should

recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a

requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artwork.

BEEF

See the “2022 Animal/Livestock Guidelines” on page 13 of the Periscope

Description: Youth will learn how to care for and show Beef Cattle.

State Fair Entries: Any member may exhibit, separate entry required. Be sure to follow appropriate deadlines.

Exhibit Guidelines:

Refer to “2022 Animal/Livestock Guidelines” chart on page 13 of the Periscope

1. All animals must be healthy at the time of entry to the Newton County Fair to be eligible for exhibition. All animals

must be identified and meet appropriate State Board of Animal Health requirements. If there is a question of

animal health or well-being, a veterinarian will be called to inspect the animals or facilities in question.

2. 4-H exhibitors may enroll not more than six (6) steers and six (6) beef heifers.

3. Any one animal may not be enrolled by more than one 4-H member, except for brothers and sisters and then

only on separate enrollment forms.

4. All steers, commercial and market heifers must be individually identified under the supervision of the

superintendents and Extension staff at the start of the project. Animals will be weighed and identified by ear tags.

5. Purebred heifers must have registration papers from their breed association and be identified by birth date and

registration number or by the dam's registration number prior to May 15.

6. Breed steers will be required to have registration papers with matching tattoos upon check-in at the county fair.

7. There will be a separate competition for all steers and heifers born/and raised in Newton County or in York

Township of Benton County. Calves must be nominated for this class at enrollment.

8. All animals must be stalled in the barn only. No trailers. All animals are to be groomed in or in surrounding area,

not in trailers.

9. Calves must have been born in the previous year except Sr. Yearling heifers.

10. Steers and market heifers must have their milk teeth in place.

11. All steers and market heifers must be weighed at the fair in the presence of the beef superintendents to

determine the classes.

12. Steers will be shown by breed and weight.

13. Breeding heifers will be shown by breed and age.

14. Market heifers will show by weight. There will be no breed classes for market heifers. They will compete for

Grand Champion Market animal and Reserve Grand Champion Market animal.

15. The Purebred heifer classes will be:

a. Sr. Yearling: Sept. 1-Dec. 31 previous calendar year.

b. Jr. Yearling: Jan. 1 - Apr. 30 previous calendar year.

c. Summer Yearling: May 1 - Aug. 31 previous calendar year.

d. Sr. Calf: Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 previous calendar year.

16. Crossbred (Commercial) Heifers will show by weight. These classes may be further divided at the

superintendent's discretion, according to the number of entries exhibited.

17. Classes are offered for the following breeds of heifers (all heifers must be purebred and registered): Angus,

Hereford Shorthorn. Classes will also be provided for registered heifers in breeds recognized by the Indiana

State Fair 4-H Beef Show. State Fair requirements as to percentage will apply. Currently those recognized

breeds are Charolais, Chianina, Gelbvieh, Highland, Limousin, Maine-Anjou, Mainetainer, Red Poll, Salers,

Santa Gertrudis, Shorthorn Plus, Simmental, and Simmental Solutions. Classes will be provided for breeds not

recognized by State Fair but that are recognized through an official breed association. These animals will show

as crossbred (commercial) class. A champion and reserve champion will be selected for each breed and

Crossbred division.

18. Classes for steers will be offered for the following breeds: Angus, Hereford, and Shorthorn. Classes will also be

offered for steers in those breeds recognized by the Indiana State Fair 4-H Beef Show (see above) State Fair

requirements as to percentage will apply. Currently those recognized breeds are Chianina, Charolais, Gelbvieh,

Limousin, Maine-Anjou, Red Poll, Salers, Santa Gertrudis, Shorthorn Plus, and Simmental. Any steer not

meeting requirements will be shown with the crossbred class. Classes will be provided for breeds not recognized

by Indiana State Fair 4-H Beef Show, but that are recognized through an official breed association. A Champion

and Reserve Champion will be selected for each breed and Crossbred division.

19. Dehorning of horned animals is recommended for the 4-H members’ safety. However, should a breed

association require horns (heifers only), they may be kept (i.e. Highland class). Steers and market class animals

will remain polled, dehorned, or small scurs.

20. Current health regulations shall apply. Premise I.D, registration papers, and proper identification for each animal

will be required before unloading at the fair.

21. An animal enrolled in a particular breed may be changed to crossbred only before weigh-in at the fair.

22. Market heifers and steers are eligible for the auction.

23. Market heifers are eligible to compete in the rate of gain class.

24. Showmanship – Beef members will be divided equally into 3 classes by birth date. Junior (Grades 3-5),

Intermediate (Grades 6-8), and Senior (Grades 9-12).

25. All rules subject to interpretation of the committee and their decision is final.

26. Superintendents may be making farm visits to answer questions and provide input on the project development.

27. General grooming on animal apply- such as brushing, combing, show foam, show oil, & hair condition products.

Not allowed will be show adhesive, glue, any paint products, or artificial hair including false switches.

28. 4-H exhibitors may receive clipping and grooming assistance from members of their immediate family (father,

mother, siblings, grandparents, aunts, and uncles), from a current Indiana 4-H member, and from individuals

enrolled in the Indiana 4-H Approved Animal Assistance Program. Temporary guardianships are not permitted

and shall result in immediate disqualification.

29. Tie out time will be announced. For safety reasons, no buckets or feed pans will be left overnight in tie outs.

30. Showmanship classes will be divided into appropriately sized groups by age. 4-Hers must sign-up with the

respective superintendent. When signing up to enter the showmanship contest, the 4-Her must give his/her

grade level. The superintendent will determine the break in class size. The winners in each class will show for

the Champion Showman Award. (Past winners will re-enter their appropriate age class each year). All

participating members must show their own animals.

BEEF PROSPECT CALF

1. 4-H member may enroll up to three (3) prospect steers and three (3) prospect heifers, born in current calendar year.

Animals must weigh under 700 lbs. at the fair weigh in and check in date.

2. Prospect cattle will show by weight and will be divided into steer and heifer classes, (no breed classes). The

champion prospect steer and champion prospect heifer will compete for grand prospect calf.

3. Prospect calves are not eligible for the 4-H auction.

4. The calf from a cow-calf entry is eligible to show in prospect class under the ownership of the cow-calf 4-H enrollment.

5. All prospect cattle must be enrolled and identified by the county enrollment date in May.

COW-CALF

1. Eligible cows must have been previously enrolled in 4-H by the 4-H member and may only show by the original

enrollment member.

2. The calf from Cow-Calf pair is eligible to show in the Beef Prospect class.

3. A member may exhibit 1 cow-calf pair.

4. Purebred and commercial animals are eligible and will be judged by age of the cow.

5. Entry and release times for cow-calf entries are the same as for other beef animals.

6. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected but will not be eligible for the Grand Champion Heifer.

BEEF POSTER: Members may exhibit educational poster in addition to or in place of live animal. See Animal Education

Project guidelines on pg. 28.

BEEKEEPING

Description: This project will help youth learn beekeeping, the types of bees, the honey and wax they produce, the plants

that attract bees, and the equipment a beekeeper needs.

State Fair Entries: 1 educational exhibit per county, 1 honey exhibits per member, unlimited number of county

entries.

Exhibit Guidelines:

All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving

credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links,

people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the

back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A

judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed. Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally

and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to

sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and

creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Special Notes:

• There are no age/grade specifications for beekeeping exhibits. No bee hives may be brought to the

State Fair.

• Honey water content will be measured.

• Fill level: the honey should be filled to the jar shoulder, not over, nor under

• Chunk honey should go in a wide-mouth jar, preferably one specially made for chunk honey (see

beekeeping catalogs).

• Be careful to distinguish "chunk honey"(comb in jar) from "cut comb" (comb only in box). Honey

(including chunk, cut comb and comb) must be collected since the previous county fair.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Educational Poster or Display (grades 3-12)

Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any beekeeping topic of choice that is

age/grade appropriate. Youth can also design and complete an independent study activity.

Single Honey Product (grades 3-12)

Exhibit one of the following:

1. Extracted honey - 2 one-pound jars, shown in glass or clear plastic, screw-top jars holding 1 pound of

honey each.

2. Chunk honey (comb in jar) - 2 one-pound jars (wide-mouth glass or clear plastic).

3. Cut-comb honey - 2 one- pound boxes (These are usually 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" in size).

Two Honey Products (grades 3-12)

Exhibit two of the four kinds of honey listed below.

1. Extracted Honey - 2 one-pound jars (glass or clear plastic).

2. Chunk Honey (comb in jar) - 2 one-pound jars (wide-mouth - glass or clear plastic).

3. Cut-comb Honey - 2 one-pound boxes. Boxes are usually 4 1/2" x 4 1/2"

4. Comb Honey - 2 sections (honey built by bees in frames of wood commonly called "sections." Boxes

are usually 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" in size).

CAKE DECORATING

Description: The cake decorating project allows youth to utilize their artistic ability and expressions as they learn

decorating techniques and skills. Anyone wanting to learn baking skills should refer to the 4-H foods project.

State Fair Entries: 3 entries per county; one per level.

Exhibit Guidelines: The cake decorating project provides skills-based educational experiences that provide an

opportunity for mastery before building on that experience to develop more advanced skills. This subject area is divided

into three levels: Beginner (Grades 3-5), Intermediate (Grades 6-8), and Advanced (Grades 9-12). While the defined

grades are intended to be a guide, older youth enrolled in this subject for the first time may start in a lower grade skill level

with permission by the county extension educator, followed by an appropriate level the following year. Skills and

techniques demonstrated should be age/grade appropriate. While it is not to say a beginner level member cannot master

an advanced level skill, it would be rare and unique. Therefore, exhibited cakes must demonstrate the minimum five

techniques from their given level outlined in Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A

, but may also

include higher/lower level techniques that have been mastered. Any higher/lower level techniques will not be counted as

part of the minimum five, but nevertheless will be evaluated for quality. All exhibited cakes must be created using a

Styrofoam, foam, or other solid dummy. Unless otherwise stated, cakes are to be iced using royal icing or buttercream.

Buttercream icing will not withstand environmental conditions and may become soft, melt, not withhold its shape, and

colors may bleed when being displayed an extended period of time. When displaying a cut-up cake or tiered cake, the

exhibitor must include a diagram and description indicating how the cake was assembled. This diagram and description

can be attached to or written on the skills sheet. All exhibits must include a completed Cake Decorating Skills Sheet (4-H

710) and must accompany the cake for the judge’s reference during judging. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only

and will not be returned to the exhibitor. Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity,

therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

A minimum of five beginner level skills are to be demonstrated. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the

Indiana

4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a cake board strong enough to support

the cake (approximately 3/8” thick) and 2-4” larger than the cake. For example, if the cake is 8” in diameter, then the cake

board must be 10-12” in diameter. The cake board must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached

underneath. Cakes exhibited in the beginner level are to be a single tier/layer, no more than 5” tall, and may be round,

square, or rectangular and the cake board is to be no more 12”x12”.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

A minimum of five intermediate level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional skills from the

beginner level. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the

Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills and Techniques, 4-

H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a cake board strong enough to support the cake (approximately 3/8” thick) and 2-4”

larger than the cake. For example, if the cake is 9”x13” rectangular, then the cake board must be 11”x15” to 13”x17”

rectangular. The cake board must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited

in the intermediate level are to be a single or double tier/layer, no more than 12” tall and may be any shape. Youth may

choose to decorate an inverted (upside down) character pan or create a 3-dimensional cake. It is also permissible to cut-

up pieces of Styrofoam, foam, or other solid material to create a new shape, like a butterfly or castle for example. The

cake board is to be no more than 24”x24”.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

A minimum of five advanced level skills are to be demonstrated and the cake may include additional skills from the

beginner and intermediate levels. A list of skills to choose from can be found on the

Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating Skills

and Techniques, 4-H 710A sheet. Cakes must be on a cake board strong enough to support the cake (approximately ½”

thick) and 4” larger than the base cake. For example, if the cake is 26” in diameter, then the cake board must be 30” in

diameter. The cake board must be neatly covered and well taped or otherwise attached underneath. Cakes exhibited in

the advanced level may be multiple layer and/or tiered and may include multiple cakes, like a wedding cake. Youth may

choose to create a character or 3-dimensional cake by cutting-up pieces of Styrofoam, foam, or other solid material to

create a new shape. Dowel rods, plates, etc. should be used to support multiple layers and tiers. Fondant icing, gum,

and sugar paste is permissible. Cakes may be any shape, no more than 36” tall and the cake board is to be no more than

36”x36”. 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.

CATS

Description: Youth will learn how to care for, groom, and show a cat or kitten.

State Fair Entries: Any eligible 4-H cat project member may elect to exhibit their 4-H cat in State Fair competition. All 4-H

cats and/or kittens must be owned and cared for by May 15. Check State Fair website for entry information. Enter online

at www.indianastatefair.com

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. If the paperwork listed in the box above is not turned in by the designated deadline, the member may still exhibit

his or her cat; however, the exhibit will not be eligible for any award above a blue ribbon placing. A merit award

will be presented for the most exceptional manual in each level.

2. A 4-H member may enter and show a maximum of 2 cats in the 4-H Cat Show. Each cat may be shown in only

one cat class.

3. 4-H cats and kittens MUST BE OWNED BY THE 4-H MEMBER AND/OR FAMILY BY MAY 15. In addition,

cats and/or kittens must be fed, trained, and cared for by the 4-H member.

4. Evidence of purebred status must be provided if cat or kitten is to show in Purebred class.

5. At least one Workshop and a Shot Clinic may be held. Details will be mailed.

6. Required vaccinations for all cats are: Rabies, panleukopenia, calcivirus, rhinotracheitis, and feline leukemia. The

Certification of Vaccination, signed by the veterinarian administering them, shall be attached to the 4-H Cats

Record Sheet. Papers will be checked prior to judging. Vaccinations must be received at least 2 weeks prior to

the show in the year of exhibition. Those vaccinated after that date will not be allowed to show.

7. It is recommended that all cats, other than pedigreed breeding stock, be spayed or neutered.

8. Cats in season or pregnant will not be permitted to show. 4-H members should still attend the Cat Show without

their cat and will not be penalized. In order to receive a ribbon placing, a Cat Poster should be made and

exhibited. See pages 14 and 15 for poster guidelines.

9. Cats must be free of fleas, fungus, ear mites, parasites, or other communicable diseases. The Vaccination

Certificate states that “Cats will be examined by a vet (or vet tech) at the time of exhibition. Any sign of a

communicable disease will result in the cat being sent home.”

10. The cat is to be brought in a suitable cage or pet carrier with kitty litter included. Please do not use cardboard

boxes as carriers.

11. Each cat must wear a collar. Exhibitors are responsible for providing water/feed containers and grooming aids.

12. Prior to and during the Show, cats should be removed from carriers only for grooming or judging. Only cat owner

or family member should remove cat from carrier.

13. Cats will be brought for the Show and taken home immediately afterward.

14. Cats will be judged on health, cleanliness, grooming, personality, and if all categories are equal, the judge will

choose a winner by its "star quality."

15. Each animal will be suitably caged in a cage or carrier provided by the 4-H member. Cats must be on a leash

when not caged.

16. Cats will be shown in the following classes:

A. Short Hair Household Kitten, 4-8 months

B. Long Hair Household Kitten, 4-8 months

C. Short Hair Household Cat, 8 months and over

D. Long Hair Household Cat, 8 months and over

E. Short Hair Purebred (kitten and adult)

F. Long Hair Purebred (kitten and adult)

17. OPTIONAL EXHIBITS (not required, but give them a try!)

a. Showmanship. The purpose is to help 4-H members learn and become more aware of cat fanciers

knowledge, show techniques, and related management. Members will compete in one of the following 3

grade levels: Beginner (grades 3-5), Intermediate (grades 6-8), and Advanced (grades 9-12). The judge

will ask questions to measure the 4-Her’s cat knowledge. A Workshop may be held prior to the Fair to

acquaint 4-Hers with showmanship techniques and practices.

b. Carrier Decoration. If a member chooses to decorate the 4-H cat cage, the following judging criteria will

be used: a) color coordination; b) originality; c) appropriate covering of the 2 sides, back, and top. Front of

cage should not be covered. Copyrighted figures such as Garfield, Mickey Mouse, etc. should not be

used in decorating cages.

4-H CAT POSTER:

Members may exhibit educational poster in addition to or in place of live animal. See Animal Education Project guidelines

on pg. 28.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Description: Youth will learn about developmental stages of infants, toddlers and young children.

State Fair Entries: 4 entries per county; one per level.

Exhibit Guidelines: All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information

was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might

include web site links, people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list

be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part of the display

visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed. Posters are to be 22”x28” and

displayed horizontally and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards

should be designed to sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand

corner to place an exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. Activities may be designed to be displayed on the floor,

but please be considerate of space availability. Each item is to be labeled with the 4-H member’s name, county and club

so fair staff can keep all components together if it needs to be moved after judging is complete.

Notebooks are to include the following:

• Identifications on the front showing 4-H member’s name, county, club, grade and year in project.

• Title page naming the activity.

• Pages explaining how activity was developed and is to be used.

• Photographs showing how the activity was used along with assembly.

• Explanation of skills learned and any additional information to share with the reader.

Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this

document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Level A (grades 3-4 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities are permissible.

Level B (grades 5-6 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities are permissible.

Level C (grades 7-9 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities designed to help develop physical,

emotional or cognitive skills are permissible.

Level D (grades 10-12 suggested)

Exhibit a poster, display, or notebook about a manual activity. Other similar activities designed to help develop physical,

emotional or cognitive skills are permissible.

CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL REPLICA

Description: Allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing creativity when designing

replicas.

State Fair Entries: 1 entry per county as determined by the county 4-H educator and fair officials.

Exhibit Guidelines:

Exhibits can include farm scenes, town models, building replicas, or similar items and can be constructed from building

blocks (Lego), erector sets, or other materials. The product should be constructed to scale as much as possible. Consider

adding a clear cover to protect the exhibit while being displayed to the public. This exhibit will most likely be displayed on

an 8’ long table top with two or three exhibits per table. Exhibitors should be considerate of space. Exhibits too large to

safely move or requiring lots of space should be exhibited using photographs and a description of work in a notebook.

All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A

. This information card is to describe work

completed so the judge can more accurately evaluate the exhibit. Craft information cards are for judging purposes only

and will not be returned to the exhibitor. If an exhibitor is concerned about their creation being damaged while on display,

they should consider constructing a clear plastic cover to encase the exhibit. Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize

individual differences and creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Create and exhibit one age/grade appropriate artistic scene or replica.

CONSUMER CLOTHING

Description: This project is designed to teach clothing selection, wardrobe planning, care of clothing and personal

grooming.

State Fair Entries: Consumer clothing project resources are currently being developed. Activities designed to

develop consumer education and personal presentation skills as well as exhibit requirements will be released in

January 2022.

COUNTY PROJECT: BARBECUE GRILLING

Description: Youth will learn barbecue grilling techniques and recipes in this project.

State Fair Entries: None

Exhibit Guidelines:

Level 1: Grades 3, 4, 5 –Barbecue on a grill four (4) or more times.

Exhibit: (1) Exhibit a 22 x 28-inch poster showing you barbecuing on a grill. (2) The poster must display a menu.

Level 2: Grades 6, 7, 8 -Barbecue on a grill six (6) or more times. At least two (2) of the times you need to barbecue on a

grill with different types of meats/entrees.

Exhibit: (1) Exhibit a 22 x 28-inch poster showing you barbecuing on a grill with only one type of meat or entrée. The

poster must display a menu.

Level 3: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 -Barbecue on a grill eight (8) or more times. At least one (1) time prepare a barbecue on a

grill for 5 or more people. Also, at least one (1) time barbecue on a grill from two (2) of the following options: a) grilled

fruits; b) grilled vegetables; c) grilled breads/pastries; d) grilled desserts; e) grilled meat/entrée.

Exhibit: (1) Exhibit a 22 x 28-inch poster showing you barbecuing on a grill at least 2 of the following options: grilled fruits,

grilled vegetables, grilled breads/pastries, grilled desserts or grilled meat/entrée. The poster must display a menu

including at least 2 of the grilled options.

BARBECUE GRILLING CONTEST: (OPTIONAL) You must be enrolled and complete the Barbecue Grilling project to

enter the Barbecue Grilling Contest. You must provide your own equipment and meat/entree. At the Barbecue Grilling

Contest, any meat/entrée must be barbecued on a grill. Degree of difficulty will be considered in judging. Parent/ Guardian

must supervise youth during entire contest. You must notify the Extension Office 2 weeks before the contest if you plan to

participate.

COUNTY PROJECT: BASKETS

Description: The intent of the basket project is to keep learning new techniques each year and to gradually increase the

level of difficulty. All arts and craft exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A

State Fair Entries: Newton County project, but 1 entry will be exhibited as Arts and Crafts, General.

Exhibit Guidelines:

Level 1 (Grades 3-4)

Grade 3 – Exhibit a square basket with no handles showing the basic over and under technique and a

simple lashed rim. Twining around the base is optional. Colored reed could be used. Example: Bread

Basket, Muffin Basket, Fruit Basket. Guidelines: Minimum size: 5”x5” square. Weaving Technique:

over/under ONLY.

Grade 4 – Exhibit a rectangle basket with handle. Twining could be used to show more difficulty.

Example: Apple Basket, Market Basket. Guidelines: Minimum size: 5”x6”. Weaving Technique:

over/under, twining, and triple twining.

Level 2 (Grades 5-6)

This should be an advanced basket showing greater degree of difficulty. This basket will use the basic basket-

making techniques used in years 1-3 along with the addition of one different technique.

Grade 5 – Exhibit a round bottom basket with or without handle. Example: Susie’s Basket, Kelly’s

Gathering, fancy Fruit Basket, Fold Art Basket. Guidelines: Minimum of 6” diameter. Weaving

Techniques: twining (base) and over/under (walls). Curls and triple twining for added detail or optional.

Grade 6 – Exhibit a ribbed melon basket with a wrapped or braided handle.

Level 3 (Grades 7-8)

Grade 7 – Exhibit a basket with a “cats head” base.

Grade 8 – Exhibit a basket using twill weaving for a base and walls.

Level 4 (Grades 9-12)

It is encouraged to combine multiple techniques, to make your own weaving variations, to make your own basket

pattern, to purposely alter an original pattern, and /or use uncommon weaving materials. Baskets will be judged

by degree of difficulty as well as quality of work. Baskets should be made using one advanced weaving technique

not previously used in years past.

COUNTY PROJECT: CERAMICS

Description: Youth will learn to construct a ceramic and learn several techniques. All arts and craft exhibits must include

a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A

State Fair Entries: Newton County project, but 1 entry will be exhibited as Arts and Crafts, General.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. All pieces must be paid for in full before judging.

2. Objects must be well-cleaned.

3. All seams must be smooth with no rough edges.

4. All exhibits must be ready for use. Bottoms must be finished.

5. Animal nose and toenails will not count as a color if in Black only. Eyes may be Black, plus a second color for the

iris.

6. In under glazing, all shades of a color count as one (1) color. For example, dark blue, medium blue, and light blue

are all shades of blue and count as one color, not three (3).

7. You must complete Division 1 before advancing to the upper divisions regardless of your age when beginning.

8. If you win Champion or Reserve Champion in your division you MUST advance to the next division. If you do not

win Division Champion or Reserve Champion, you may stay in the same division for 2 years only.

9. All ceramic items should be dated by scratching the month and year on the bottom of the greenware.

• Division 1: Glaze a simple article using a one color glaze. Exhibit one glazed article. Example would be animal

with color in eyes or nose.

• Division 2: Stain a fired article. Use no dry brushing or other advanced technique. Exhibit article.

• Division 3: Stain and then antique a fired article. Use no dry brushing or other advanced technique. Exhibit

article.

• Division 4 and Above (Advanced): Select any combination of the following techniques. Each year use a

different combination than you have selected before. On a 3" x 5" index card, write the techniques used and what

you have learned. Cards will be collected after judging by Project Leader.

a. Stained or glazed article using artificial snow g. Air brushing

b. Fired decals h. Clay lifting

c. Modified greenware i. Chalks

d. Dry brushing j. Scrafiti (etching Design on greenware then

paint design)

e. Translucent stains with glazes k. Any other technique approved by

project leader or Extension Educator

f. Translucents l. Overglazes, Gold firing and

mother-of-pearl

COUNTY PROJECT: COLLECTIONS

Description: Youth will learn how to make a collection and display it.

State Fair Entries: None

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. The 4-Her may choose any type of article they desire, except alcoholic beverage items, tobacco and tobacco-like

products, electronic smoking devices or obscene materials.

2. Because of space and display restrictions, no living plants or animals may be displayed as a collection.

3. Your story and record of your collections will be considered and judged as an important part of your

Collections exhibit. Show pride in your project – be neat and consistent.

4. In all divisions, if the collection is too large or valuable to exhibit, a notebook containing photos and descriptions of

your collection can be exhibited with, or in place of, your collection. Photo quality will not be judged, but they should

be clear, sharp photos. All photos should be neatly arranged, labeled and mounted in a notebook with the completed

record sheet.

5. If you expand upon a collection from a previous year, you must clearly explain what was added.

• Beginner (Grades 3-5): Exhibit a portion or example of the collection. Use on attractive display not to exceed 2’ x

3’ x 3’. Completed record sheet must accompany exhibit.

• Intermediate (Grades 6-8): Exhibit a new collection or a continuation of the beginner division with a completed

record sheet. Exhibit may not exceed 2’ x 3’ x 3’.

• Advanced (Grades 9-12): Exhibit a continuation of previous division or a new collection with a completed record

sheet. Exhibit shall not exceed 3’ x 3’ x 4’. Members receiving champion in Advanced can repeat this division, but

must exhibit a completely different collection. All others may repeat this division by adding to the previous years’

collection.

COUNTY PROJECT: DO YOUR OWN THING

Description: With the help of adult guidance, young people can determine their own projects. The Do Your Own Thing

project allows you to participate in a project that may not be included in the current 4-H program. Such projects can be

developed to expand a current interest or to explore a new field. This particular project encourages the use and

development of individual abilities and creativity.

State Fair Entries: None

OPTIONS:

1. You may set up your own project and determine what you want to learn, set goals and determine what you will

exhibit at the county fair.

2. You may use a 4-H manual that is available for a state project not currently offered in Newton County and follow

the exhibit guidelines listed in the manual for your grade and level.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. You may NOT choose an activity that duplicates the Guidelines of an existing project offered in Newton County

(for example, crafts, scrapbooking). If you are unsure if your project qualifies for “Do Your Own Thing” or if it

should be in another category, please contact the Extension Office and/or the 4-H Educator.

2. Project exhibit must be educational (teach the observer something or show what you have learned).

3. Projects will be judged by level.

• Level 1- Grades 3-5

• Level 2- Grades 6-8

• Level 3- Grades 9-12

NOTE: Exhibit guidelines are the same for each level.

• Exhibit can be a display, notebook, or 22” x 28” poster. A display can be no larger than 14” x 28” x 22”. If your

project is larger than this size or is very valuable, you may bring it to the project judging along with a poster or

notebook describing how and what you made. The project will be taken home after judging and the poster or

notebook will be on display during the fair week and be displayed as your exhibit.

• Be sure to include at least a one-page summary of your exhibit with your project exhibit outlining why you

selected this project and what you did to complete the project.

• It is recommended/suggested that all posters, notebooks, and display boards include a reference list indicating

where information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This

reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It

is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a

notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the

manner in which references are listed or a lack thereof.

COUNTY PROJECT: EXPLORING THROUGH BOOKS

Description: This project is for 4-Hers who enjoy reading and learning through books and want to share this enjoyment

with others. See pages 14 and 15 for poster guidelines.

State Fair Entries: None

Project Guidelines:

Level A (grades 3-4):

1. Read three or more books

2. Give a book report at a local 4-H meeting or at school

3. Exhibit a poster or design a new book cover as described below.

A. Exhibit a poster about a favorite book. On your poster include a one-page summary of the book. Summary

may be about your favorite part of the book, a description of a character, plot, etc. Text should be 12 font

and double spaced. Include a title and author. The poster and summary do not have to be about the same

topic. The summary should be included as a part of the poster, positioned on the front of the poster.

B. Design a new cover about a favorite book. On your cover use your imagination to grab the attention of a

potential reader. Ideas can be included, but are not limited to: a character, an important scene, a prop

used in the book, etc. Be creative.

Level B (grades 5-6):

1. Read six or more books. Two must be non-fiction

2. Give a short book report on a non-fiction book at a local 4-H meeting or at school.

3. Exhibit a poster or a diorama/miniature structure as described below.

A. Design a new cover about a favorite book. On your cover, use your imagination to grab the attention of a

potential reader. Ideas can be included, but are not limited to: a character, an important scene, a prop used

in the book, etc. Be creative.

B. Assemble a diorama/ miniature structure, not to exceed 12”x18”, about some aspect of a favorite part of the

book, a description of a character, plot, etc. The summary should be included as a part of the poster;

positioned on the front of the poster. Text should be 12 font and double spaced. Include title and author.

Display summary in a plastic sleeve.

Level C (grades 7-9):

1. Read nine or more books. Two must be non-fiction.

2. Read one book or pamphlet on government or history and give a report at a local 4-H meeting, school, or book

discussion group.

3. Design a scrapbook of main characters mentioned in your book. Use your imagination to depict what the

characters look like, scenes they were in, or other important roles they plan in the book. A scrapbook for this

project should be at least 2 pages (front and back)

Level D (grades 10 and above):

1. Read twelve or more books. Two must be non-fiction

2. Read a book or publication related to a career and give a book report at a local 4-H meeting, school, or book

discussion group.

3. Exhibit a scrapbook, or a skit based on a scene as described below.

A. Design a scrapbook of main characters mentions in your book. Use your imagination to depict what the

characters look like, scenes they were in, or other important roles they play in the book. A scrapbook for

this project should be at least 2 pages (front and back)

B. Write a skit based on a scene in your book. A skit is a small play or performance. Maybe you want to base

you script around the talents of an actor you have in mind or perhaps you know exactly how the plot should

progress Your skit should be typed 12 font, double spaces and at least 2 pages long.

COUNTY PROJECT: GIFT WRAPPING

Description: Youth will use creativity while wrapping a gift using a variety of techniques. All arts and craft exhibits must

include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A

State Fair Entries: Newton County project, but 1 entry will be exhibited as Arts and Crafts, General.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. Packages wrapped for exhibits should not contain any articles. Tape must not show.

2. Purchased bows will not be accepted.

3. An overall champion for each division will be selected.

4. A 4-Her should enroll in the appropriate grade division.

5. Divisions may not be repeated. 4-Her must move forward each year.

6. Consider giving a demonstration to one or more of your friends, 4-H Club, etc. showing techniques of Gift

Wrapping.

DIV. 1 (Grade 3) – Practice making 10 bows using any type of ribbons.

• EXHIBIT: Make 3 hand-made bows using any type of ribbon. Attach them to a sturdy backing.

DIV. 2 (Grade 4) – Practice wrapping 4 square or rectangular packages during the year. Make your own simple bows

using any type of ribbon.

• EXHIBIT: 1 wrapped box, square or rectangular, including bows you made by yourself. (NO store-purchased

bows).

DIV. 3 (Grade 5) – Practice wrapping 6 packages during the year. Learn how to wrap cylinder-shaped packages, use a

variety of papers, trims, ribbons, material, etc. An example of a cylinder-shaped object is a cardboard oatmeal container.

Do not wrap a cylinder-shaped object and embellish it to look like a truck or another object…just wrap the cylinder-shaped

object alone.

• EXHIBIT: 1 wrapped cylinder-shaped package. Show creativity in material you choose.

DIV. 4 (Grade 6) – Practice wrapping 8 packages during the year. Learn to wrap a box and lid so they look like one box.

Use imagination by adding animals, cards, bells, etc. to you packages. Practice proper folding and placement of liner in

boxes.

• EXHIBIT: 1 wrapped package: 1 package with the top and bottom wrapped separately so the judge can open it.

The box must contain a liner, like tissue paper. It will be judged on the inside appearance and outside wrapping.

Be creative.

DIV. 5 (Grade 7) – Practice wrapping 10 packages during the year. Must use a variety of materials and trim other than

bows and wrapping paper in this division. You might try a towel, small blanket, fabric, plastic, etc.

• EXHIBIT: 1 wrapped package using any material other than paper and bows. Judging emphasis will be on

originality and creativity

DIV. 6 (Grade 8) – Practice wrapping 10 packages in a year. Practice designing your own paper. Use different techniques

such as paint, stencil, crayon, etc. Gift wrap MUST be made of paper.

• EXHIBIT: 1 package any shape including bows you made and your own designed wrapping paper. No

commercial paper may be used

DIV. 7 (Grade 9) – Practice wrapping 12 packages during the year. Use theme design. Example: a train, a car, a clock,

etc.

• EXHIBIT: 1 package you created and designed or used in a theme.

DIV. 8 (Grade 10) – Practice wrapping 12 packages during the year. Wrap items that are not box like. Example: doll,

garbage can, bowl, etc.

• EXHIBIT: 1 package - must be a container that is not box like.

DIV. 9 (Grade 11) – Practice making 10 gift bags during the year.

• EXHIBIT: 1 bag self-made, decorated. Helpful hint: filled with tissue paper, streamers, etc.

DIV. 10 (Grade 12) – Practice making 10 gift bags during the year.

• EXHIBIT: One decorated or disguised display which is the gift. The actual gift item is decorated or disguised in

some way. For example: a clothes basket made to look like a jack-o-lantern, a jar of preserves made to look like

“Santa”, an umbrella made to look like a tree, etc. – or – The actual gift item can be folded or arranged in some

way that is a package in itself. For example, bath towels folded to look like a wedding cake, a tablecloth folded

into a bag with barbecue tools, kitchen items, etc. inside baby blankets into a bunting with baby items inside, etc.

All items used in the display must be a part of the gift.

COUNTY PROJECT: MUSIC

Description: The purpose of this project is to have fun downloading music, singing or playing music, or performing dance.

All music activities, including classroom music, private lessons, family and community activities and church music as well

as others are included. Dance activities include guard and drill team as well as tap, clogging, line, square, ballet, ballroom

and similar activities. When you are making and enjoying music you are also learning an important life skill.

NOTE: This project does not involve a required talent contest or public performance, however members may perform a

vocal, instrumental, or dance piece at 4-H Night. Division winners will be awarded for vocal, instrumental, and dance, as

well as an overall grand champion.

State Fair Entries: None

Exhibit Guidelines:

Beginner (Grades 3-5); Intermediate (Grades 6-8); Advanced (Grades 9-12). Each member may choose one or both of

the following activities for completing the project

A. A notebook (3-ring binder) containing all of the following:

1. A notebook cover sheet you create for your notebook. Include your name, address, club, project and division.

2. Dated Music Activities Log. These may be handwritten, and show use over time. They may also be organized

on a spreadsheet or in a Word document.

3. Complete the Music Memories sheet and other materials that you have selected to include in your folder, and tell

why you selected them (fun to sing, favorite song, wrote this song, went to the concert, etc.)

4. Also, include programs of activities you have participated in, photos, or descriptions of these events if no program

was published. This section of your notebook with copies of songs and other materials should contain at least 2

pages (4 sides), but no more than 10 pages (20 sides). If you download your own music CD, you may put items

about the singer or group on the music memories sheet. Download music only from sites approved by your

parent. This section of your notebook following the Music Memories sheet with copies of songs and other

materials should contain at least 2 pages (4 sides), but no more than 10 pages (20 sides). CD’s created should be

included and CD should have a song list.

B. Recital of vocal, instrumental, or dance piece:

1. Pieces for the recital are the choice of the member

2. Each participant may perform ONE vocal, ONE instrumental piece, or ONE dance piece of approximately THREE

minutes in length. If an advanced student desires to perform a single lengthy piece, they may perform/play it as

written. There will be no time penalties; however, each participant should be prepared for the judge to stop them if

their piece goes over the three-minute time limit.

3. Recital will be judged by division during pre-fair judging.

COUNTY PROJECT: SCRAPBOOK

Description: Youth will create a scrapbook using a variety of skills and techniques as well as creativity. All arts and craft

exhibits must include a 4-H Craft Information Card, 4-H 618A

State Fair Entries: Newton County project, but 1 entry will be exhibited as Arts and Crafts, General.

Divisions: Level A (Grades 3 & 4), Level B (Grades 5 & 6), Level C (Grades 7-9), Level D (Grades 10-12).

Exhibit Guidelines: Album with required number of pages made since the last fair according to the guidelines below and

in the Scrapbooking Resource Guide.

All Divisions:

You must refer to the 4-H Scrapbooking Resource Guide for Basic Guidelines for All Divisions and to

correctly complete your project. To learn proper scrapbooking techniques and to understand project guidelines,

4-H members should attend one or more 4-H Scrapbooking workshops.

1. Each scrapbook level will have a specific number of pages completed for judging:

• Level A (Grades 3 & 4) – Complete 4 pages (2 sheets, A & B Sections from front & back)

o Include 4 different skills or techniques from the Skills Card

• Level B (Grades 5 & 6) – Complete 6 pages (3 sheets, A & B Sections from front & back)

o Include 6 different skills or techniques from the Skills Card

• Level C (Grades 7-9) – Complete 8 pages (4 sheets,

C & D Sections from front & back)

o (Include 8 different skills or techniques from the Skills Card

• Level D (Grades 10-12) – Complete 10 pages (5 sheets,

C & D Sections from front & back)

o (Include 10 different skills or techniques) from the Skills Card

2. Complete the Scrapbook Skills Card by checking the skills/techniques used in your scrapbook. Also on the Skills

Card, be sure to list the page numbers you wish to be judged this year. Leave a blank page covered with a page

protector at the end of your completed pages and insert the Skills Card there. The completed scorecard will be

added after judging. No separate label attached with string is necessary.

COUNTY PROJECT: SMALL ANIMALS

Description: Youth will learn how to care for a small animal and information about their small animal.

State Fair Entry: None

Small Animals suitable for exhibit in this project are household pets normally housed in a cage or aquarium. These

include, but are not limited to, birds, fish, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, mice, and rats.

Project Guidelines:

1. Animal(s) must be brought in their own cage/aquarium and will not be removed from cage except by judge. Members

will furnish any necessary supplies. Animals will return home immediately following judging.

2. Bring only the animals you have enrolled as your 4-H project to the Small Animals judging.

3. Change of animal(s) due to illness or death must be approved by project leader.

4. Judging criteria: animal’s general health and appearance; cleanliness, grooming; handling (by judge); 4-Her’s

knowledge of the animal.

5. If you are unable to be present for judging, you may write a one-page (double spaced) report about your pet, including

any knowledge you have about the species.

6. Follow 4-H Poster Guidelines on page 15 and 16 of the Periscope.

Level 1 Exhibit one or two animals of the same species.

Level 2 Exhibit 1) One or two animals of the same species; and 2) a 22" x 28" poster on "Housing," "Proper Nutrition," or

"Disease."

Level 3 Exhibit one of the following: 1) Mother, offspring, and 22" x 28" poster on "Breeding," "Raising," or "Selling"

animals; or 2) Offspring you bred and raised the previous year and related 22" x 28" poster; or 3) Animal and educational

display in an area you have not previously done. Develop your display on any topic covered in the Level 3 manual. (Use a

trifold “Science Fair” style display and be sure to include photographs.

COUNTY PROJECT: SPORTS AND FITNESS

Description: Learn more about your favorite sport or athlete and make a poster. Fill it with fun facts, pictures, and

anything else that you find that is interesting about that sport. Like old sports, look one up and do a project on that! See

pages 14 and 15 for poster guidelines.

State Fair Entries: None

Exhibit Guidelines:

 Level A (grades 3-4). Choose one:

1. Exhibit a poster of a sport. May include conditioning required, equipment needed and pictures or drawings of

the sport.

2. Exhibit a poster of a sport. Explain safety issues and equipment or rules used for safety, fitness requirements,

and pictures or drawings of this sport.

 Level B (grades 5-6), choose one:

1. Exhibit a poster on history of a sport. May include historical rule changes, historical figures, etc. Can be same

sport as previous years.

2. Exhibit a poster about a famous person in a sport.

 Level C (grades 7-9), choose one:

1. Exhibit a poster on your participation in a sport. Include pictures and explain how this sport has affected your

life. Include conditioning requirements.

2. Exhibit a poster on a famous person currently in a sport. May include statistics, honors, team affiliations,

pictures or drawings of this person, names of figures in the past who played this position, etc. Must be a

different person from previous years.

3. Exhibit a poster on a person who invented a sport. Include pictures if possible.

 Level D (grades 10-12), choose one:

1. Exhibit a poster on the lifestyle an athlete should maintain to remain competitive. May include topics such as

nutrition, conditioning, drug abuse, etc.

2. Exhibit a poster on a present or past sports figure and a description of his/her career. Must be a different

person and sport each year.

3. Exhibit a poster on a major rule change for a sport from an elementary to professional level, e.g. Little League

to professional baseball.

DAIRY

See the “2022 Animal/Livestock Guidelines” on page 13 of the Periscope.

Description: Youth will learn how to care for and show Dairy Cattle.

State Fair Entries: Any member may exhibit, separate entry required. Be sure to follow appropriate deadlines.

Overall Dairy Project Rules:

1. All animals must be healthy at the time of entry to the Newton County Fair to be eligible for exhibition. All animals must

be identified and meet appropriate State Board of Animal Health requirements.

2. ALL completed record sheets and questions must be turned in to the Newton County Dairy Project Leader or Extension

Educator prior to show.

3. Current health regulations shall apply. Health inspections and Premise I.D and proper identification for each animal will

be required before unloading at the fair.

4. Situations which are not addressed by written rules will be decided by the Superintendent.

5. For showmanship, all dairy animals may be shown as heifers. (This decision will be made at the judge’s discretion.) It

is recommended that you wear all white clothing when showing dairy heifers

6. Each 4-H member is personally responsible for feeding and watering animals appropriately, and keeping stalls clean

for their own animals.

7. All calves are required to be tied out at night.

8. No water buckets shall be left in stalls with animals or they will be removed to prevent injury or unnecessary mess. If

temperatures exceed 100 degree F, 4-H members must increase checks on their animals (3-5 times per day). The

Superintendent and the Educator reserve the right to allow for free choice water depending on conditions.

9. Showmanship classes will be divided into appropriately sized groups by age. 4-Hers must sign-up with the respective

superintendent. When signing up to enter the showmanship contest, the 4-Her must give his/her grade level. The

superintendent will determine the break in class size. The winners in each class will show for the Champion Showman

Award. (Past winners will re-enter their appropriate age class each year). All participating members must show their

own animals.

DAIRY FEMALES

1. Each 4-Her must own (or lease) his/her own exhibit, either entirely or in part or have a signed lease agreement indicating

the 4-H member has exclusive show rights to the animal from May 15 until the State Fair 4-H Dairy Show. If a 4-H

member is leasing a dairy animal, they must furnish a copy of the lease and it should be on file with the Extension

Office.

2. All dairy heifers and cows must be entered on the Indiana 4-H Ownership, Enrollment and Entry Form by May 15.

3. Dairy breeds will show together by breed.

4. No breed registration paper will be required.

5. Classes offered at the fair:

Class 1—Heifer Calf: born March 1 or later (at least 3 months old) of the current year.

Class 2—Heifer: born between March 1 of the prior year and February 28 of the current year. (Classes will be

divided as necessary according to State Fair classes.)

Class 3—2 Year Old & Older Cow: born before February 28 two years prior. (ex. 2010 Fair, Cow born January 5,

2009) These females will be divided into classes according to the State Fair classes as deemed necessary by the

Superintendents.

6. A Champion and Reserve cow and heifer will be chosen by breed and an overall will be chosen.

7. All dry cows and heifers must stay for the duration of the Newton County fair. Lactating cows must arrive by 6:30 a.m.

the morning of the show and may leave after the show is over.

8. All heifers must be dehorned.

9. All class winning heifers and cows will show for champion dairy female, and the champion dairy female will have the

opportunity to stall in a specified champion pen.

DAIRY STEERS

Project Rules for Dairy Beef Market/Finished Steer Class:

1. A 4-H member may enroll no more than six (6) dairy and/or beef steers. Steers must be entered on the Indiana 4-H

Ownership and Entry Form by established county weigh-in date, and identified with ear tags, and weighed by a date

established by the Extension Office in February/March.

2. Sire and dams of dairy steers must be from dairy breeds. (Steers may be crossed, but must be 100% dairy breed). A

separate class is established for Beef Cross Dairy Steers.

3. Steers are to be born the year prior to showing.

4. 4-H Record – use the record sheet used by beef steers.

5. Steers must not have horns, or will not be allowed to unload.

6. Dairy Beef Finished steers are defined as those weighing 751 pounds or more the day of fair weigh in.

7. Animals must be shown “washed down” with no hair grooming except clipping. Use of show sticks is optional.

8. Steers will be judged on meat value and meat yielding qualities.

9. Dairy beef steers will be judged according to the weight classes at the discretion of the Superintendents.

10. All dairy market/finished steers that meet the weight requirements will be eligible to sell in the 4-H auction.

11. All weight class winners will show for Grand Champion Market/Finished Steer and will have the opportunity to stall in

the Grand Champion Dairy Market Steer Pen

12. Steers may not be shown more than 2 consecutive calendar years (Example: If you show a starter in 2020 and it does

not make weight the next year 2021 to show as a finish steer but does qualify as a prospect, you may show as a

prospect but it will not qualify for auction and you may not bring it a 3rd year (2022) to show as a finished steer.)

Project Rules for Dairy Beef Starter Steer Class

1. Any 4-H member is eligible to participate.

2. All animals must be 100% dairy breed. Starter calves will show by weight.

3. A 4-H member may enroll no more than six (6) dairy and/or beef steers. Steers must be entered on the Indiana 4-H

Ownership and Entry Form by established county spring date (i.e. May), and identified with ear tags, weighed, and have

a premise id tag.

4. All animals must be castrated.

5. Dairy Beef Starters steers are defined as those weighing 750 lbs. or less the day of fair weigh in. Ideal weight for the

animals at the time of fair weigh in is 400-450 lbs.

6. All animals must meet the health requirements for the fair and possess the proper identification and Premise I.D. papers

by May 15

7. Use of show sticks is optional.

8. 4-H members will NOT be eligible to sell their starter calf at the auction, but may bring the animal back the following

year as a dairy beef market/finished steer and sell it then.

9. Starter calves will be judged according to weight classes at the discretion of the Superintendents.

10. Weight winners will be show for Grand Champion Dairy Starter Steer.

11. Steers may not be shown more than 2 consecutive calendar years (Example: If you show a starter in 2020 and it does

not make weight the next year 2021 to show as a finish steer but does qualify as a prospect, you may show as a

prospect but it will not qualify for auction and you may not bring it a 3rd year (2022) to show as a finished steer.)

Rules for Dairy Beef Prospect Steer Class

1. Any 4-H member is eligible to participate.

2. All animals must be 100% dairy breed. Starter calves will show by weight.

3. A 4-H member may enroll no more than six (6) dairy and/or beef steers. Steers must be entered on the Indiana 4-H

Ownership and Entry Form by established county spring date (i.e. May), and identified with ear tags, weighed, and have

a premise id tag.

4. All animals must be castrated and dehorned.

5. Dairy Beef Prospect Steers are defined as those weighing more than 500 lbs. and less than 750 lbs. the day of fair

weigh in. These steers may have been born after January 1

of the previous year.

6. All animals must meet the health requirements for the fair and possess the proper identification and Premise I.D. papers

and be entered into 4honline by May 15

7. Use of show sticks is optional.

8. Prospect calves will be judged according to weight classes at the discretion of the Superintendents.

9. Weight class winners will show for Grand Champion Dairy Prospect Steer.

10. Steers may not be shown more than 2 consecutive calendar years (Example: If you show a starter in 2020 and it does

not make weight the next year 2021 to show as a finish steer but does qualify as a prospect, you may show as a

prospect but it will not qualify for auction and you may not bring it a 3rd year (2022) to show as a finished steer.)

Project Rules for Beef Influence Dairy Market/Finished Steer (Beef Cross Dairy Steers)

1. Any 4-H member is eligible to participate.

2. All animals must be at least 50% dairy breed

3. Steers are to be born the year prior to showing.

4. 4-H Record – use the record sheet used by beef steers.

5. Steers must not have horns, or will not be allowed to unload.

6. Beef Influence Dairy Finished steers are defined as those weighing 751 pounds or more the day of fair weigh in.

7. Animals must be shown “washed down” with no hair grooming except clipping. Use of show sticks is optional.

8. Steers will be judged on meat value and meat yielding qualities.

9. Beef Influence Dairy Steers will be judged according to the weight classes at the discretion of the Superintendents.

10. All beef influence dairy market/finished steers that meet the weight requirements will be eligible to sell in the 4-H auction.

11. All weight class winners will show for Grand Champion Beef Influence Dairy Market/Finished Steer.

12. Steers may not be shown more than 2 consecutive calendar years (Example: If you show a starter in 2020 and it does

not make weight the next year 2021 to show as a finish steer but does qualify as a prospect, you may show as a

prospect but it will not qualify for auction and you may not bring it a 3rd year (2022) to show as a finished steer.)

Project Rules for Beef Influence Dairy Starter Steer Class:

1. Any 4-H member is eligible to participate.

2. All animals must be 50% dairy breed. Starter calves will show by weight.

3. A 4-H member may enroll no more than six (6) dairy and/or beef steers. Steers must be entered on the Indiana 4-H

Ownership and Entry Form by established county spring date in May, and identified with ear tags, weighed, and have

a premise id tag.

4. All animals must be castrated and dehorned or they will not be allowed to unload at check-in.

5. Beef Influence Dairy Starters Steers are defined as those weighing 750 lbs. or less the day of fair weigh in. Ideal weight

for the animals at the time of fair weigh in is 400-450 lbs.

6. All animals must meet the health requirements for the fair and possess the proper identification and Premise I.D. papers.

7. Use of show sticks is optional.

8. 4-H members will NOT be eligible to sell their starter calf at the auction, but may bring the animal back the following

year as a beef influence dairy market/finished steer.

9. Starter calves will be judged according to weight classes at the discretion of the Superintendents.

10. Weight winners will show for Grand Champion Beef Influence Dairy Starter Steer.

11. Steers may not be shown more than 2 consecutive calendar years (Example: If you show a starter in 2020 and it does

not make weight the next year 2021 to show as a finish steer but does qualify as a prospect, you may show as a

prospect but it will not qualify for auction and you may not bring it a 3rd year (2022) to show as a finished steer.)

Rules for the Free Dairy Starter Steer Program: (Contact the Extension Office for full rule descriptions)

The Dairy Starter Steer Program provides Newton County 4-H youth members the opportunity to receive a dairy steer calf

for use in the Newton County 4-H program. This program is made possible by Fair Oaks Farms and Prairie’s Edge Farm.

The program will provide: One dairy steer calf, initial vaccinations, and four bags of feed. The 4-H member must provide

transportation from the pick-up location to the 4-Her’s animal facilities, daily care including proper feed/water/shelter, and

veterinary care as needed for a TWO-YEAR period. The 4-H member is responsible for exhibiting the animal during the

subsequent Newton County Fair Dairy shows.

• By accepting the animal and participating in this program, 4-H members are committing to caring and properly

providing for that animal for the length of ownership. This includes, but it not limited to appropriate feed, water,

shelter/pasture, veterinary care, etc.

• By accepting the animal and participating in this program, 4-H members are committing to the program for a

TWO-YEAR period. If the 4-H member chooses to discontinue the program, the 4-H member must find another

eligible 4-H member to finish the steer to the completion of the two-year commitment.

• Newton County 4-H members in grades 3 through 11 and who are in good standing with the 4-H program are

eligible to participate in the free dairy starter steer program.

• Last year and 10-year members will be allowed to participate in this program. However, due to the two-year

commitment, the 4-H member must find another eligible 4-H member to finish the steer to the completion of the

two-year commitment.

• Mini 4-H members are not eligible for this dairy starter steer program. Mini members may arrange other means of

obtaining an animal to participate in the Mini Dairy project. If a sibling of a Mini 4-H member is participating in the

Starter Steer program, the mini member may show this animal in the mini class.

• If 4-H member is unable to exhibit the animal (such as it passes away or is unfit to show), veterinary proof would

be required.

• 4-H members must register their animal appropriately in 4HOnline by May 15th. Failure to register will result in the

inability to exhibit at the fair and a breach of the program agreement. Contact the Extension Office PRIOR to May

15th is you have questions about registering your animal in the system.

• 4-H members who receive an animal will be required to complete a basic husbandry course. The superintendent

may administer this as a worksheet or workshop.

• Special circumstances will be evaluated by the Dairy Committee and the 4-H Educator. All decisions are final.

DAIRY POSTER: Members may exhibit educational poster in addition to or in place of live animal. See Animal Education

Project guidelines on pg. 28.

DOG OBEDIENCE

Description: Youth will learn how to care for, groom, and show their dog.

State Fair Entries: All Exhibitors must be enrolled by May 15 in the Dog Obedience Project to be eligible to compete in

the Indiana State Fair 4-H Dog Show. Check State Fair website for entry information. ENTER ONLINE at

www.indianastatefair.com

. Be sure to follow appropriate deadlines.

DOG POSTERS: Members may exhibit educational poster in addition to or in place of live animal. See Animal Education

Project guidelines on pg. 28.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. Dogs must be at least six months old by county fair.

2. All 4-H dogs must be accompanied by 4-H 671 Certification of Vaccination, signed by a licensed, accredited

veterinarian indicating the dog has been vaccinated for distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, rabies, bordella (kennel

cough) and parvovirus all administered within one year of exhibiting at county fair. The Certificate must accompany all

4-H dogs at all training sessions and at the Dog Obedience Show.

3. Certain required vaccinations have not been proven effective in wolf-hybrids, therefore, because wolf-hybrids cannot

meet the vaccination requirements of the Indiana Board of Animal Health, wolf-hybrid dogs cannot be shown in the 4-

H Dog Program.

4. A 4-H dog may not attend clinics or exhibit if showing signs of communicable diseases, or internal or external

parasites

5. A dog displaying signs of aggression, or unmanageable to the degree of injuring others, will not be able to participate

in clinics or county fair. See page 9 for complete Indiana 4-H Aggressive Dog Policy.

6. Female dogs in season should not attend clinics nor will they be allowed to participate at the county fair. 4-H members

should still attend without their dogs and will not be penalized.

7. Dogs must wear a well fitted slip or martingale collar made of leather, fabric, or chain to be exhibited in obedience

classes. The leash may be of fabric or leather and shall be six feet in length. Gentle Leaders are acceptable for

training but are not allowed at Dog Obedience Show or State Fair. All grooming supplies are the responsibility of the

4-H member. Dogs will not be permitted to participate in training or showing events if not accompanied by the proper

equipment. Financial assistance may be available for proper dog equipment. Please contact Superintendent.

8. All exhibitors, parents, and spectators are expected to conduct themselves in such a manner as to set a good

example for others at the show. Impolite behavior, poor sportsmanship, and/or disruptive actions may cause

disqualification and/or cause for removal from the grounds. Excessive and/or inhumane treatment of a 4-H dog by an

exhibitor and/or family member will be grounds for disqualification of the 4-H exhibitor.

9. To be eligible to show at the Newton County Fair 4-H Dog Obedience Show, and to discern that dogs are not a safety

risk to others, it is expected that the 4-Her and dog attend one training session for an evaluation.

10. A member is allowed to train 1 dog per calendar year. A dog being shown in the dog project must belong to the

exhibitor or to a member of the immediate family or household, and cannot be leased. Dogs may only be shown by

the 4-H member, their sibling, or their parent from May 15 through the Dog Show. Exhibition by any other individual

makes the dog ineligible for State Fair exhibition. See #11 for an exception to this rule.

11. If a family only has one dog available to show, two or more family members may share a dog only if the members are

in different levels. If a family has more than one eligible dog available, members cannot show the same animal.

12. If for some reason a member cannot have their own dog perform in the show, he or she may complete the project with

a poster.

13. No exhibitor, parent, or dog may have contact with the judges prior to the show. Parents may not have contact with

the judge during the show.

14. A 4-H member may make a request to the dog committee in writing to have their obedience or agility level reevaluated

in order to exhibit in a lower or higher division than what would be indicated by the normal classifications. If the

committee approves one member, all like 4-H members will have the opportunity to have their level reconsidered by

the committee. Committee decision is final.

15. Special circumstances will be evaluated by the 4-H Dog committee. Written request required. Committee decision is

final.

16. Exhibitors should appear neat and well groomed.

17. Exhibitors must participate in obedience. Other disciplines are highly recommended, but not required.

18. No Double Handling. Persons outside the ring are prohibited from any intentional actions designed to affect the

performance of a handler or dog being judged in the ring. This applies to persons attempting to improve or to impair a

performance. This includes verbal or non-verbal actions.

19. The Indiana State Fair 4-H Dog Show rules shall prevail for any discrepancies.

Dog Obedience Classes: (Order of Show at the discretion of Dog Obedience Committee and judges)

• Div. 1A: 4-Her and dog have no experience.

• Div. 1B: 4-Her with previous experience and new dog. Or 4-Her without experience, and dog with experience.

• Div. 2A: 4-Her and dog which have completed Div. 1A or 1B.

• Div. 2B: 4-Her and dog which have completed 2A. (May repeat until ready to move up).

• Div. 3A: 4-Her and dog which have completed Div. 2B.

• Div. 3B: 4-Her and dog which have completed Div. 3A. (May repeat until ready to move up).

• Div. 4A: 4-Her and dog which have completed 3rd year.

• Div. 4B: 4-Her and dog which have completed 3rd year but not ready for fifth year work. (May repeat until ready

to move up).

• Div. 5A: 4-Her and dog which have completed 4th year work.

• Div. 5B: 4-Her and dog which have spent a year in 5A but not ready for 6

year. (May repeat until ready to move

up).

• Div. 6A: 4-Her and dog which have completed 5th year work.

• Div. 6B: 4-Her and dog which have spent a year in 6A. Division may be repeated.

• Veterans (Repeatable): For 4-H members whose dogs are at least seven (7) years old or are physically

challenged. The dog must have completed at least class 2B in previous years. Dogs that are physically

challenged must be accompanied by a letter from a veterinarian stating that the dog is unable to perform jumping

and/or retrieving exercises. A dog may not be shown in any other obedience class at the Newton County Punkin’

Vine Fair, once they have competed in the Veterans Class.

Showmanship - Grades determined as of January 1 of the current year

• Junior Showmanship: Grades 3-5;

• Intermediate Showmanship: Grades 6-8;

• Senior Showmanship: Grades 9 or above

Agility – Agility is limited to levels 1B or higher.

1. Dogs showing in agility at the Indiana State Fair are required to have shown in obedience at the current State

Fair, and must be at least 1 year old on day of show.

2. Agility section/classes will be entered as Beginning Intermediate, Advanced and Excellence. Dogs may be

measured at the show to verify accuracy of height.

3. Each class will offer four (4) divisions based on the dog’s height at the withers Dogs 7 years and over (Veterans)

may jump one jump height lower than their actual height.

• Division Toy – dogs up to and including 10” will jump 4” hurdles (note: there is a 4-inch variance allowed on

table height for Toy Dogs; so the table may range from 0-8 inches)

• Division 1 – dogs over 10” and up to and including 14” will jump 8” hurdles.

• Division 2 – dogs over 14” through 20” will jump 14” hurdles.

• Division 3 – dogs over 20” will jump 20” hurdles.

The Pause Table will be at the hurdle height for each division.

4. All agility work will be done on a flat, buckle or quick release collar.

• Collar tags will not be allowed.

5. Once all paws have touched contact equipment, the dog must either complete the obstacle or move to the next

one. No additional attempts will be allowed.

6. If a dog fouls in the ring during the walk through there will be a 10 point deduction in the agility score. If a dog

fouls in the ring during the scored run, it will be excused immediately.

In Agility, dogs with qualifying scores will place ahead of dogs with non-qualifying scores. In agility, dogs must

successfully complete each obstacle on the course to receive a qualifying score.

Just for Fun Classes. County level only. A member may participate in one or both Just for Fun classes.

 Costume Class – Dress yourself and your dog to the theme of your choice.

 Trick Class – Demonstrate a trick you have taught your dog.

Indiana 4-H Aggressive Dog Policy: The safety and well‐being of 4‐H members and volunteers is a primary concern

with all Indiana 4‐H Program opportunities. Families should err on the side of caution in selecting a dog for the 4‐H

member to exhibit. A dog that has a known history of aggression or biting is not appropriate for involvement in the 4‐ H

Program. On occasion, the 4‐H member may have difficulty managing their dog within the 4‐H Program. The following

guidance has been provided for the Indiana 4‐H Dog Program as the owner/exhibitor of the dog bears responsibility for

the dog’s actions. In the subsequent policy, the term “4‐H Dog Personnel” will include County 4‐H Volunteers, County

Extension Educators, State 4‐H Staff and appropriate County and State Fair Directors

A dog that bites a human or another dog at any 4‐H Dog Event must be immediately removed from that event by the 4‐H

member and will subsequently be excused from the 4‐H Program. The member should be directed by 4‐H Dog Personnel

on‐site to remove the dog if the member does not do so willingly. If a determination is made by the 4‐H Dog Personnel

that a dog bit in self‐defense, it may be allowed to remain at the 4‐ H Dog Event.

Dogs that display other signs of aggression, including but not limited to barking and standing ground, growling, lunging

and snapping will be given one verbal warning. They will be removed from the event after the second violation at the

same event. To be removed from a 4‐H Dog Event, there must be two violations at the same event.

Any dog that is removed from a 4‐H Dog Event due to aggressive behavior will be placed on probation for 2 weeks.

Written notification of the probation will be given to the 4‐ H member. The 2‐week period will start upon written notification

to the 4‐H member. While on probation, the 4‐H Dog Personnel and the 4‐H member and parents will work together to

determine the best course of action for the dog. This may include (but is not limited to) working individually with the dog

and 4‐H member, asking the 4‐H member to use a different dog or having the 4‐H member attend events without their

dog. At the end of the designated probation period, 4‐H Dog Personnel will make a determination regarding the dog’s

return to 4‐H Dog Events.

Dogs that are removed from a 4‐H Dog Event twice will be immediately excused from the 4‐H program and will not be

allowed to re‐enter. Excusing a dog from the 4‐H Program is rare but could be necessary for the safety of 4‐H members,

volunteers and other participating dogs. Should a dog be excused from the program, it must be remembered that the

action is against the dog and not the 4‐H member. 4‐H Dog Personnel should look at many solutions and encourage the

4‐H member to attend classes without their dog while training it at home or potentially bringing another dog to 4‐H events.

4‐H members will always be welcome in every other part of the dog project.

In the event that a dog is removed from a 4‐H Dog Event or excused from the 4‐H Program, 4‐H Dog Personnel should

report such to the State 4‐H Office so that the information is available to all county 4‐H dog programs and the Indiana

State Fair.

ELECTRIC

Description: The 4-H electricity and electronics program provides youth with educational information about electricity and

how it can be used to benefit the human race.

State Fair Entries: 5 electric exhibits per county, one per level, 1 electronic exhibit per county, level 5

Exhibit Guidelines:

All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving

credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links,

people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the

back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A

judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the way references are listed. Posters are to be 22”x28” and displayed horizontally

and placed in a clear plastic sleeve or covered with clear plastic to protect contents. Display boards should be designed to

sit on a table using no more than 36” of tabletop space. Space should be left in the lower right hand corner to place an

exhibit tag provided by Purdue Extension staff. Youth are encouraged to complete the activities as instructed in the

manual or found on the 4-H electric web page

. Judges evaluating exhibits should recognize individual differences and

creativity, therefore using information in this document as a guide rather than a requirement.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Electric Level 1 (1

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must

demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H

Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must

accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Circuit board – 6” by 6” of Series/Parallel Circuit

• Electromagnet

• Galvanometer

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Electricity Excitement

Book 1 or Investigating Electricity Book 2, Purdue Extension website Level 1 activities/project sheets, or from

the appropriate level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart.

Electric Level 2 (2

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must

demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H

Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must

accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Magnetic Powered Shake Flashlight – with display

• Circuit board – 6” by 6” of Series/Parallel Circuit (with modifications if exhibited in Level 1)

• Electromagnet

• Galvanometer

• Electric Motor

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Electricity Excitement

Book 1 or Investigating Electricity Book 2, Purdue Extension website Level 2 activities/project sheets, or from

the appropriate level of the Skills & Knowledge Chart.

Requirements Electric Level 3 (3

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must

demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H

Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must

accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Wiring Project – (i.e. extension cord, trouble light, wire sizes and uses, plug configurations, test equipment,

etc.)

• Electrical tool and supply kit

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Wired for Power Book 3,

Purdue Extension website Level 3 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills &

Knowledge Chart.

Requirements Electric Level 4 (4

year in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year. It must

demonstrate a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H

Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must

accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Wiring – Wire a lamp. The lamp can be a re-wired lamp or one that is built new.

• Electrical tool and supply kit

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Wired for Power Book 3,

Purdue Extension website Level 4 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills &

Knowledge Chart.

Requirements Electric Level 5 (5

year or more in Electric)

Exhibit one article of choice, displaying proper wiring techniques, made during the current 4-H program year that

demonstrates a minimum of five (5) or more of the appropriate level of “Skills to be Attained” items as outlined in the “4-H

Electric and Electronic Skills & Knowledge Chart”. A completed copy of the “Exhibit Skills & Knowledge Sheet” must

accompany the project. Skills sheets are for judging purposes only and will not be returned to the exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

• Equipment Wiring – including but not limited to: parts identification, appliance repair, lamps and other lighting,

equipment wiring, control system, security system, topic that covers safety, motors/generators, electric

heating, heat pumps, AC, water heaters, and other electric equipment.

• Home Wiring – included by not limited to any circuits found in the wiring of a house or “barn”, service

entrance, switching, receptacles, generator transfer circuit, safety, electrical math, and others.

• Electronic Equipment – Any project or kit containing transistors or integrated circuits or vacuum tubes such as

radio, TV, computer, robot, cell phone, and others.

• Poster board (22” by 28”)

• Display (appropriately sized for displayed equipment)

• Notebook/Report that covers any topic that is in the National 4-H Electric Curriculum Entering Electronics,

Purdue Extension website Level 5 activities/project sheets, or from the appropriate level of the Skills &

Knowledge Chart.

• Video Presentation Create a video showing the work accomplished and skills learned. This video should

include the same type of information as required in written notebook listed above. This video is to be no more

than ten minutes in length and formatted as MP4 and submitted on a thumb drive. This video can also be

uploaded to a YouTube account with the video being made public and the link submitted for evaluation.

ENTOMOLOGY

Description: This project will help you study insects and their relationship with people. You can also learn how to collect,

preserve, and identify insects.

State Fair Entries: 3 collection exhibits per county, one per level, 3 educational exhibits per county, one per level

Educational Exhibit Guidelines: