Today, as it was when the fair began in 1948, Addison County is characterized by its excellence in agriculture. This is truly the land of milk and honey. Addison County Fair & Field Days continues the tradition of celebrating that way of life, while showcasing the old and the new in an educational way. With the addition of new events each year, and the continuation of past favorites, the Fair continues to grow. This year, it promises to be the best ever.
Don't miss a minute of it, there is fun for all generations! Enjoy the traditional carnival rides, good food, 4-H and open class animal shows, plus demo derbies, tractor pulling, live bands, kids activities, special demonstrations, and of course, the many, many exhibits.
The Addison County Fair & Field Days Board extends a cordial invitation to you, and your friends and family at this year’s Addison County Fair & Field Days on August 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14, 2010
Stop by St. Mary’s School General Store for the things you may have forgotten to bring from home. Things like Band-Aids, snacks, water, soda and fair postcards to send to your friends back home, to let them know what a wonderful time you’re having at Addison County Fair & Field Days.
2010 CLASSES FOR 4-H AND OTHER YOUTH
UVM Extension System, Addison County
Martha Seifert, 4-H Educator, 388-4969
THE 4-H PLEDGE
I pledge
My HEAD to clearer thinking,
my HEART to greater loyalty,
my HANDS to larger service, and
my HEALTH to better living,
for my club, my community, my country and my world.
THE 4-H BUILDINGS AT FIELD DAYS GROUNDS
In 1980, the Addison County 4-H Foundation assumed responsibility from the Addison County Youth Center for the large dairy barn, the horse barn, and the youth exhibit hall at Field Days. Field Days is a very important part of the 4-H program and 4-H has accepted the challenge of maintaining these buildings. The Foundation’s purpose is to raise money in support of the Addison County Educational 4-H program. The maintenance and improvement of the 4-H facilities at Field Days is a major expense. People wishing to help 4-H may contact any Addison 4-H Foundation Trustees: Amy Blasdale, Alan Curler, Elaine Desforges, Kathy Nisun, Donna Payne, Mary Purinton, Susan Quesnel, Terry Ryan, Shelley Smith, Peter Szymkowicz & youth representatives Amanda Payne, Bailee Desforges, Shelly Smith, Jake Jacobs, Karrie Smith, Martha Seifert and Ashley Howlett
4-H PASS POLICY
1. 4-H members and 4-H leaders will be awarded a colored Field Days Pass for 2009. Each organizational leader is to submit a list of active members and leaders for their club at any time before July 31, 2009 to 4-H Fair Passes, UVM Extension, 68 Catamount Park, Middlebury, VT 05753 or email Martha Seifert.
4-H members are to receive their pass from their 4-H leader as soon as available.
2. All 4-H members need to work in either the Dusty Chuck, Addison Youth Food booth (4-H/FFA), or Youth Exhibit Hall at some time during the fair week. In order to receive a pass.
3. 4-H horse show exhibitors:
A. Passes will be issued by the 4-H Extension Office according to announced rules (see 4-H Horse Show rules). Car passes will come from the Horse Show Superintendent.
B. Non-4-H’er entries will get one (1) free day pass per rider.
4. Two (2) 4-H Parent passes per family can be purchased for $10.00 for a season pass for 4-H Dairy, 4-H Beef and 4-H Sheep families. Any more will be at the leader’s discretion (example: split families may need more for two sets of parents). All purchases for the club will be made by the leader. No 4-H member or parent may purchase 4-H passes at the office.
5. Other Youth who are participating every day (including the FFA & 4-H Dairy, FFA & 4-H Beef, Open Dairy, Open Beef, & Sheep Shows): a 5-day pass may be purchased for $10.00.
YOUTH HALL EXHIBITS
SUPERINTENDENT: Louise Bowdish, 545-2280
GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
All youth are encouraged to exhibit their talents in the Youth Hall. Any non-profit youth oriented group is invited to display exhibits. Exhibits may be created by groups, clubs or individuals. Articles may be exhibited even if they do not fit into a standard category. All exhibit space must be pre-registered with Martha Seifert, UVM Extension Office, 68 Catamount Park, Middlebury, VT 05753 (or 388-4969), by July 31, 2009.
All exhibits must have been produced, made or grown by the exhibitor(s) in the current year, and are exhibited at the exhibitor’s risk.
ENTRY TAGS: All exhibits will have an entry tag securely attached, filled out by the exhibitor or group/club leader, with age as of 1/1/09 and number of years in the project. Please complete both sides of the entry tag. Tags will be available at the Youth Hall at setup time or can be picked up ahead of time at the Extension Office. Cloverbuds will have separate club tags.
CATEGORY SHEETS: Each group, club or individual will be given category sheets at time of setup. Clubs are requested to list all individual items by category on these sheets to be sure every item gets judged. Cloverbuds will have separate category sheets.
JUDGING: Each article being exhibited will be judged within the assigned club/group exhibit space using the Danish merit system. Points will deducted if items do not have a tag, if tags are not turned over so the judge can not see the members name and if there are no category sheets. Only necessary people will be allowed in the building during judging, No members can remain during judging except for designated teen leaders.
SET-UP: The Youth Hall will only be open from noon to 6pm, Sunday August 2nd to receive exhibits and set up displays. Judging will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Monday August 3rd. Individual exhibits will be set up within the club exhibit space all at once and left there for the whole fair. There will not be category tables with club exhibit being set up later.
REMOVAL OF EXHIBITS: Any exhibit removed from the Youth Hall prior to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 8,2009 will forfeit any premiums awarded to that exhibit. After removing exhibits, the table needs to be dismantled and put away before receiving premiums. Premiums will be available at 9:00 p.m. Saturday and issued to the organizational leader, who will sign for it. The Youth Exhibit Hall will be open from 10am - noon on Sunday for removal of exhibits & premiums available then. If this option is used the Superintendent needs to be notified Saturday night. Any club/group who fails to clear out their exhibit area by noon, Sunday, will forfeit any premium that has been earned by that exhibit.
PARKING PERMITS: If necessary, each club may request one parking permit to enter the grounds to permit easier removal of exhibits from the Hall.
4-H CLUB OR YOUTH GROUP EXHIBIT
Members of a 4-H club, other youth group, or in-school program are expected to enter their articles (other than livestock) as part of a club/group exhibit. The entries will be judged as individual articles, and as an overall club exhibit. Each club/group must pre-register for space needed. The club/group is responsible for creating an attractive exhibit in that space. The club/group name should be displayed clearly. A contact person and phone number should be displayed. Use of a banner of permanent cloth construction (minimum size: eighteen inches wide by twenty-four inches long) is preferred. Do not crowd too much into a small area. Educational table top exhibits will be displayed separately from club exhibits. Separate space is reserved for posters and photographs.
Judging Criteria
• Exhibit attracts and holds viewer’s interest.
• Exhibit tells a story and/or shows accomplishments.
• Quality and workmanship in the exhibit.
• Balanced, creative display.
• Effective use of space.
Premiums: Best of Show Rosette = $25, Blue Ribbon = $12, Red Ribbon = $10
EDUCATIONAL TABLE TOP EXHIBITS
Any 4-H club, project group, other youth group, in-school program or individual youth may prepare educational exhibits. This is an excellent opportunity to show some phase of learning in which you have been involved. Both table top and backboard should be utilized as a 3 dimensional display. A single or series of posters is not an educational exhibit! Items should be secured down so they don’t fall over or blown off by the wind.
Judging Criteria
• Attracts attention and holds interest.
• Conveys message — instructional.
• Displays effective title.
• Displays club/individual name.
• Subject is suitable, timely and important.
• General appearance and workmanship of exhibit.
Premiums: Best of Show Rosette = $20, Blue Ribbon = $8, Red Ribbon = $6
PROJECT BEST OF SHOW ROSETTES Best of Show rosettes will be awarded when deemed suitable in the following project areas: art, clothing, crafts, foods/nutrition, flower arrangements, handiwork, photography, vegetable garden exhibit, woodworking/electrical. Premiums are only awarded to the Best of Show projects.
Premiums: Best of Show Rosette = $10
4-H CLUB/YOUTH GROUP HANDS-ON ACTION EXHIBIT
Any 4-H club/group or individual may prepare an action exhibit showing some phase of the youth program. These exhibits provide an excellent opportunity for you to show the public any outstanding achievement or an activity being done by your program. Exhibit should be interactive with the public either through conversation, music or by actually doing an activity. Be creative! Many project areas can be adapted into this type of exhibit. An on-going exhibit should last approximately one hour at 10:30 a.m. 1:30 or 3:30pm or by special request. These may be done more than once.
Judging Criteria
• Holds interest. • Entertaining or educational.
• Enjoyable and timely subject. • Interactive with public.
• Explanatory material used where needed. • Overall appearance.
Best of Show Rosette = $15, Blue Ribbon= $10, Red Ribbon = $8
ART EXHIBIT
Any piece of work or study consisting of water colors, pen and ink, charcoal, acrylic, oils, sculpture or other artistic medium created by youth may be exhibited. No paint-by-numbers.
CLOTHING/SEWING EXHIBIT
Articles made by the youth — for example: an equipped sewing box, animal garment (like horse blankets), apron, dress, skirt, shorts, blouse, slacks, jumpsuit, coat, quilts, etc. Outfits will be evaluated as one entry.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY ITEM
For example: PowerPoint presentation, poster, webpage, computer game or video. Must be easily communicated to the viewer.
CRAFTS EXHIBITS
Any hand-made craft may be exhibited by youth. Precut or preprinted kits are not permitted. Examples of crafts; ceramics, dolls, leather items, jewelry or beads, picture frames, stained glass, clay or plaster, novelties, baskets, pottery, etc.
FLOWER ARRANGEMENT
Exhibitors may display potted, fresh and/or dried arrangements which have been designed by youth in your own container.
Judging Criteria — Flowers
• Design - including balance, harmony and scale
• Workmanship, Creativity, Choice of container
• Condition of flowers-free from disease and not overmature
FOODS/NUTRITION EXHIBIT
Recipes must accompany items, no mixes permitted. Small entries should be attractively displayed on a paper plate, i.e.: five cookies, three muffins, etc. Examples of exhibits: breads, cakes, cookies, doughnuts, fudge, pies, muffins, nutritional games, etc. Food items may be brought in Monday morning before judging. Clubs need to notify the Superintendent if a food item is to be added to their display.
HANDIWORK EXHIBIT
Handmade handiwork consists of knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, tatting, latch hook, & rug hooking. Other items will be considered as crafts.
KITS
Article assembled and finished from a kit.
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
All photographic exhibits must be taken by the youth, it must consist of one picture in proper display in frame or a series comprising a study or telling a story. A separate section is set aside for photos. These items still need to be on a category sheet and left with their club display. If there is no club display then the sheets should be turned in to the Superintendent.
VEGETABLE GARDEN EXHIBIT
Garden Basket
Produce from youth gardens should be presented as a variety basket garden exhibit. Produce should be arranged in an attractive container.
Single Vegetable Item-
Exhibit individual vegetables or fruit. Exhibit 4-6 items for small produce, 1–3 for larger produce.
Judging Criteria — Vegetables
• Variety of vegetables exhibited
• Uniformity in size, shape, color and maturity
• Quality — peak condition for eating purposes
• Condition — free from disease, insect damage, cuts, bruises, or growth cracks
Foods, vegetables and flowers used in exhibits must stand the test of time. Exhibits which become unattractive will be removed.
WOODWORKING/ELECTRICAL EXHIBIT
Articles made of wood and/or that use electrical circuitry in their construction may be exhibited in this category. No kits permitted, but pre-cut items will be judged accordingly. Dairy show boxes & Horse tack boxes will be judged while in use during the week. These must be pre-registered to account for scheduling and must be made by member. Check with the Superintendent upon arrival.
AGRICULTURE RELATED OR SCENIC DIORAMA
Don’t let the name scare you. These are models and miniature scene displays arranged on a board with 3 dimensional figures. Maximum size of 2’ x 4’. Must be on a firm base. Examples: a farm scene or layout, garden plots, horse show or sugarbush scene. Please attach a 3 x 5 card with title, brief description of your project, and your name. Be imaginative and creative in your use of materials.
MISCELLANEOUS PROJECT EXHIBITS
Any item that does not fall easily into any of the other categories must be relative to a current 4-H project. There will only be a rosette if an exhibit is deemed very superior.
POSTER EXHIBIT
Posters are to be hung and displayed on the poster display board. Posters may be exhibited from any project area. Examples: 4-H promotion, career exploration, citizenship, horsemanship, health, leadership, foods, dairy, livestock, child care, clothing, shop and handiwork, etc. Minimum size: 14 inches by 22 inches. May be any medium: marker, watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils or collage, but not three-dimensional. Please attach poster entry tag to poster. Posters will be exhibited on the poster display at all times.
Judging Criteria
• General appearance and lettering
• Attracts interest
• Conveys message
• Subject suitable, timely and important.
• Extra points will be given for those done by hand
Premiums - Rosette - $5, Blue Ribbon $2, Red Ribbons $1
CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENT CONTEST
Youth may enter an original handmade ornament that will be displayed on a tree in the Youth Exhibit Hall. Ornaments must be created by youth.
Judging Criteria
• Workmanship • Creativity
• Age of exhibitor • Appropriate use of color.
SMALL ANIMAL EXHIBIT
Any youth or 4-H member raising livestock or animals other than dairy, sheep, beef animals, llamas, or horses that are not in the shows are urged to exhibit their animals with a display in the children’s barnyard. All animals must be pre-registered with both Martha Seifert in the 4-H office and the Children’s Barnyard Director John Zecher. Please read the section in back of this program book for health requirements, rules and other information on the Children’s Barnyard.
This is an educational building, so each animal or exhibit will need to have a poster or display about your animal project. Small animal exhibit nametags are available thru the 4-H office. Exhibitors should be prepared to spend some time in the petting area also.
ALL ANIMALS MUST BE IN PLACE BY 8:00 PM Monday and remain on display until 9 pm Saturday.
ANIMAL COSTUME CLASS
OPEN TO ALL YOUTH– Thursday, August 6, 2009 – 7:30 P.M.
Open to all species of animals except horses for safety precautions. All you need is a Handler or Leadsman and an animal dressed up in a costume to depict a scene or theme (historical, customs, cultures, beauty, joke or gag, etc.).
Classes to be divided into 4 sections by age:
Munchkins (7 years and under) Juniors (8-10 years olds)
Intermediates (11-13) Seniors (14 & over).
Write a short narrative description including name, theme, and any other particular which might be of interest to the audience and deliver to Robin Severy at the 4-H Dairy Barn before 4:00 P.M. of the day of the costume class.
To be judged upon effectiveness of carrying out a theme and audience appeal with ribbons and awards.
All entrants are encouraged to participate in the Field Days Parade.
4-H DAIRY CATTLE EXHIBIT
Director: Diane Norris • Superintendent: Robin Severy
Tuesday, August 4, 2009 — 9:00 a.m. — Conformation
Thursday, August 5, 2009 — 9:00 a.m. — Fitting & Showmanship
ENTRY RULES:
CLASS FEE: $2.00 per class for the following (*) classes, Conformation *1 thru *12, Showmanship and Fitting Classes *1 thru *4.
1. 4-H dairy entry blanks and 4-H Dairy Project & Member Record books are due before July 21, 2008. Mail entries to: 4-H UVM Extension, 68 Catamount Park, Suite C, Middlebury, VT 05753-1292.
2. Entry blanks may be obtained at the Middlebury Extension office or from your 4-H leader. Please turn in the State Dairy Show / ESE entry blank at the same time if you plan to attend.
3. All 4-H members need to turn in one (1) Dairy Animal Record Book, which includes all of the animals they will be exhibiting.
4. Cattle must be on the grounds no later than 2:00p.m., Monday, August 3rd. Cattle may leave no earlier than 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 8th. Any milking cow may be dismissed Wed. eve, except those who will be showing for either Showmanship or Open Colored Breeds show. One animal must remain for each 4-H member all week.
5. Animals to be exhibited must have been cared for by the exhibitor since May 1, and listed on their current approval forms and/or lease contracts and signed by the Extension representative by April 30th. Exceptions are accepted on agreement of the Board of Dairy Superintendents. State 4-H Dairy Project Rules apply. Past Approval forms must be included for animals over 2 years old.
6. Each animal must be positively identified by an ear tag, registration paper, tattoo or photos as per approval form.
7. All exhibitors and youth showing will be at least 8 years of age as of January 1st of the year of the show and under 19 as of Jan. 1st of the year of the show.
8. All participants must enter both the Fitting &Showing class as well as the Conformation classes. All 4-H members are eligible to participate in all classes. There are Special awards that will be awarded to Addison County 4-H members only.
9. Each 4-H club will be responsible for providing adult supervision at night and reporting to the ‘Board of superintendents’.
10. 4-H members staying overnight must sign in each night and name a chaperone responsible. Under NO circumstances shall a non-chaperoned non 4-H member be allowed to stay overnight in the 4-H area. Camper sites ($100.00) and tent sites (free) will be assigned only after camping registration forms and fees are paid to ACFFD.
11. Judging starts at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4th for Conformation Classes, and 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 6th for Fitting & Showmanship Classes.
12. Judging will also be done on: Herdsmanship and Sportsmanship, which will be judged continually throughout the week. Appearance of exhibitor, neatness of club exhibit area, Attitude of exhibitor, Cooperation for individual members and clubs, Exhibit equipment and Public Safety. A Club Exhibit Display rosette will be awarded to the club with the best presentation arrangements (decorations, name cards, information).
13. All “Open Dairy Show” entries need to be made as per rules in “Open Dairy Cattle Shows” section and proper fee paid by entry date. There will be no late entries.
14. The 4-H Dairy “Board of Superintendent’s” decisions shall rule. Any conflicts with scheduling need to be addressed to the leaders or superintendents.
15. PREMIUMS: $9.00 = Blue, $7.00 = Red, and $4.00 = White, for the following (*) classes, Conformation *1 thru *12, Showmanship and Fitting Classes *1 thru *4.
HEALTH MANAGEMENT and SAFETY
15. A Universal Dairy Health Form for 4-H Animals must be available for inspection at any time during the show. Animals and their Health papers will be checked before unloading is allowed. ACFD or 4-H reserves the privilege to amend health requirements as the need arises or VT State Health regulations change.
16. HEALTH REGULATIONS:
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Rabies vaccination with veterinarian’s certification to verify the vaccination at least 30 days before the fair begins. Rabies vaccinations are good for only one year.
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Vaccination required for shipping fever (respiratory disease).
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Animals showing any signs, symptoms, suspicions or evidence of any infectious disease, sickness or disorder (including, but not limited to, mange, warts, pinkeye, ringworm, scabies, foot rot) shall be barred from the grounds upon arrival and/or at any time during the show when such is detected.
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Recently calved animals must have passed their placenta and be odor free.
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All animals over 6 months of age must be dehorned and healed. No Horns allowed.
17. Dairy Leaders and Superintendents will inspect animals for diseases and horns.
18. Dairy animals will be located and tied in the 4-H Dairy Building according to instruction of the superintendents and/or the 4-H leader. No animal is allowed out of the stall area without being haltered and under control.
19. 4-H Dairy Barn bedding is furnished. Exhibitors must bring their own hay, grain, and water pails. Wash hoses must be nozzled during use. There will be no water tub.
SHOW PARTICIPATION EXPECTATIONS:
20. Each 4-H club member should be present to show his/her animal and should not receive help from any person outside the show ring. No one is allowed in the show ring except exhibitors, judge and necessary attendants for safety reasons unless pre-approved by superintendents.
21. In group classes, all animals must be held by 4-H members.
22. All 4-H dairy members are to be in the 4-H barn or at ringside during the 4-H show.
23. The 4-H dairy project is a 4-H member activity. Members ONLY should care and prepare the animal for the show.
24. Show Uniform dress code: white or khaki pants, knee length walking shorts or skirt and white shirt with collar that covers the entire midriff (no gaps between shirts and pants). Belts and ties are desirable. Appropriate footwear required. No clothing advertising afarm name or breed or any other clothing considered inappropriate by superintendents. No short skirts or short shorts.
25. Proper footwear must be worn at all times in the 4-H Dairy Barn, wash rack and working with animals. No bare feet, flip-flops or open toe shoes.
26. There will be mandatory exhibitors meeting on Monday evening, August 4, 2009 at 7pm in the 4-H Dairy show arena.
27. Club awards will be presented on Saturday, August 8th at lunch break, at the Dairy Ring. All members and clubs should be represented.
28. There will be a night watchman on duty August 3,4,5,6,7 & 8. Barn lights will be turned out 11:00pm – 4:00am. (only milkers allowed). Doorways will be chained to contain loose animals at night.
Consequences of violations and infractions:
29. Depending upon the severity of the infraction of any of the above rules or other rules posted at fair time, the punishment can include, but is not restricted to the following:
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Send the member and their animal home.
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Withhold premiums to the club
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Recommend exclusion from participating in the rest of the Vermont Fairs and 4-H events.
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Not allowed back in future years.
4-H DAIRY CLASSES
Conformation Classes (Tuesday)
*1. Spring Calf — born between March 1, 2008 and April 30, 2008.
*2. Winter Calf — born between December 1, 2008 and February 29, 2009.
*3. Fall Calf — born between September 1, 2008 and November 30, 2008.
*4. Summer Yearling Heifer— born between June 1, 2008 and August 31, 2008.
*5. Spring Yearling Heifer — born between March 1, 2008 and May 31, 2008.
*6. Winter Yearling Heifer — born between December 1, 2007 and February 29, 2008.
*7. Fall Yearling Heifer— born between September 1, 2007 and November 30, 2007.
Junior Champions
*8. Two Year Old Cow — milking — born between September 1, 2006 and August 31, 2007.
*9. Three Year Old Cow — born between September 1, 2005 and August 31, 2006.
*10. Four Year Old and Over — born before September 1, 2005.
*11. Young Dry Cow Class — under 5 years born after August 31, 2004.
*12. Aged Dry Cow born before 9/1/2004.
Senior Champions – Grand Champions
13. Best animal bred by exhibitor--- Reginald Morse Award. Proof required by either registration paper or past approval forms listing ownership.
14. Dam and Daughter — One cow & her daughter
15. Produce of Dam — Two offspring of 1 cow.
16. Member’s Herd — Arthur Williams Award — 3 animals, any age, same breed.
17. Club Herd — 5 animals — of which at least two must be from classes 1-7. Open to all clubs.
SHOWMANSHIP AND FITTING CLASSES (Thursday)
*1. Novice Class Division A: Member 8 years of age (as of January 1, 2009) who has never shown before.
*2. Novice Class Division B: Member 9-12 years of age (as of January 1, 2009) and under who have not shown an animal before. NOTE: Superintendents reserve the right to divide classes according to size.
*3. Junior Division : 12 years of age and under as of January 1, 2009.
Junior Champion Showman--All First Place showmen compete from Junior Division Showmanship classes.
*4. Senior Division: Age 13 to 19 years as of January 1, 2009.
Senior Champion Showman--All First Place winners from Senior Showmanship division classes. (In the event that the First Place winner in this class is a previous winner, then the first eligible winner will compete).
SHOWMANSHIP AWARDS SPONSORED FOR ADDISON COUNTY 4-H MEMBERS ONLY
GEORGE HIGHTER AWARD
Mr. George Highter donated a rotating and permanent trophy to the winner of the Senior Showmanship Division in the 4-H Dairy Show. This trophy may only be won once by an individual. Permanent trophy donated by Mr. & Mrs. Norman Audet.
MILK AND HONEY GENETICS AWARD
Skip and Ruth Maynard donated a permanent and rotating trophy to the 4-H member who is a winner of the Junior Showmanship Division in the 4-H Dairy Show.
DAN HUESTIS AWARD
Huestis Farm Supply donates an award to the winner in the Showmanship Novice B Class.
ERIC POPE AWARD
Donated by Lynn Pope -Hier, awarded to the winner in the Novice A Showmanship Class
SPECIAL CONFORMATION AWARDS
MUNGER AWARD
The Shoreham Early Birds donated this award for the Best Spring Calf in conformation.
PLOUFFE AWARD
Jean–Noel and Mary Plouffe and family donated this award to the Best Winter Calf in conformation for Addison County youth.
STEVE POPE AWARD
Ernest Pomainville and family of Shoreham donated this award to the Best Fall Calf in conformation for Addison County 4-H members.
PERRY BROOK FARM AWARD
Lorenzo and Amy Quesnel donated this award to the Best Summer Yearling shown for Addison County 4-H members.
BRISSON’S DAONA FARM AWARD
The Harris Brisson family donated this award for the Best Spring Yearling shown for Addison County 4-H members.
CHAMPLAINSIDE FARM AWARD
The Tom & Diane Howlett and Tim & Julie Howlett and families donated this award to the Best Winter Yearling in show for Addison County 4-H members.
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AUDET’S BLUE SPRUCE FARM AWARD
The Norman Audet family donated this award for the Best Fall Yearling shown for Addison County 4-H members.
NORRIS AWARD
This award is donated each year by Terry & Diane Norris and awarded to the Junior Champion in each of the dairy breeds for Addison County 4-H members.
POULIN FEEDS AWARD
This award is donated each year to the Breed Champion in each of the dairy breeds for Addison County 4-H members.
JOYCE & FRANCIS HAGGARTY AWARD
Joyce and Francis Haggarty donate this award each year to the Supreme Champion of all breeds for Addison County 4-H members.
ERIK BARNES MEMORIAL-GRAND CHAMPION AYRSHIRE
This is in memory of Erik Barnes of Orwell, a Mt. Independence 4-H member who was an avid Ayrshire 4-H Showman for Addison County 4-H members.
REGINALD MORSE AWARD
A permanent and rotating trophy — donated in memory of Mr. Reginald Morse, Addison County farmer and agriculturist, is awarded to the Best Animal Bred and Owned by a 4-H exhibitor at the 4-H Dairy Show for Addison County 4-H members.
ARTHUR A. WILLIAMS AWARD
Presented to the “Best Member’s Herd” in the 4-H Youth Dairy Show. In memory of Kenneth and Liz Nimblett for Addison County 4-H members.
MT. INDEPENDENCE 4-H CLUB AWARD
Donated by the Mt. Independence 4-H Club to the Best 4-H Club Herd.
JAMES DUBOIS AWARD
TRISTAN QUINN MEMORIAL SHOWMANSHIP AWARD
ARBTUSLAND FARM AWARD
AWARDS TO BE GIVEN ON SATURDAY (during lunchbreak of open show in Animal Show Arena)
4-H CLUB HERDSMANSHIP EXHIBIT
Every 4-H club exhibiting animals must take part in this event. The purpose of the event is to develop a sense of pride in the neatness of the dairy exhibitor and of their area; also to develop good sportsmanship among the youth of the county. Judging of this event will be based on the following points:
A. Neatness of club area (cattle and area).
B. Neatness of club members (dress and appearance).
C. Equipment (in good condition, in proper place).
D. Sportsmanship (in ring, in tent, on Field Days grounds).
Judging includes all days of the Fair. Judging will be done on the Danish system. Clubs will receive either a blue, red or yellow ribbon. Premiums are awarded for this event. Each club exhibiting will receive a certain amount; The ribbon award per animal and premium will be paid to the club treasury.
MARY ROSE AND NORMAN AUDET AWARD
A $25.00 cash award presented each year to the most outstanding club in Addison County 4-H in the Herdsmanship 4-H Club event. To be presented on Saturday, August 11th during lunch break, in the Animal Show Arena.
BOB & MAROLYN BINGHAM AWARD
The Bingham’s donated this award to the Outstanding 4-H Member of the Year. Nominations for this award may be submitted in letter form by August 5, 2009 to Bingham Award, UVM Extension, 68 Catamount Park, Suite C, Middlebury, VT 05753-1292. This will be awarded on Saturday.
DAIRY-SHEEP SHOWMAN ROUND-UP
Wednesday, August 5th 7:30pm in the Animal Show Arena
1. Open to all ACFFD dairy & sheep youth exhibitors.
2. Lots will be drawn for show animals.
3. Showmanship Classes
Junior----8-12 years of age (as of Jan. 1, 2009)
• Dairy
• Sheep
Senior----13-19 years of age (as of Jan. 1, 2009)
• Dairy
• Sheep
4. Prizes for top showman & participation
5. Registrations due Tues. August 4th in the Sheep Tent to Sheep Teen Task force member Megan Watrous.
COMBINED YOUTH AND OPEN BEEF SHOW
YOUTH AND OPEN WORKING STEER AND OX SHOW
DIRECTOR: Frances Monroe, 247-8482 • SUPERINTENDENT: Tammy Clark, 897-2088
JUDGE: To Be Announced – Friday, August 7, 2009 - 10 a.m. Working Steer Show & 1 p.m. Beef Show
RULES
CLASS FEE: $2.00 per class for the following (*) classes: Fitting Classes-Senior and Junior Division. Showmanship Classes –Senior, Intermediate, Junior Divisions, Novice and Futures. Breeding Classes Youth and Open Show- *8-*21. Working Steer and Ox Show Classes-Senior and Junior Divisions. Steer and Ox Classes *3-*10.
1. Mail entries to Tammy Clark, 1049 North Cream Hill Road, Shoreham, VT 05770. Entries must be received by July 30, 2009. Late entries will not be accepted.
ABSOLUTELY NO ADDITIONAL ENTRIES CAN BE MADE DURING FAIR WEEK.
2. Enclose entry fee of $5.00 for each animal stabled and entered in OPEN SHOW. Make check payable to Addison County Field Days.
3. Field Days assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to animals from any cause. Entries accepted only on this condition.
4. All animals shall be on the grounds prior to Noon on Thursday, August 6th.
5. All entries must remain on the grounds until 9 p.m. on Saturday, August 8th. Failure to abide by arrival and departure times will result in loss of premiums and/or awards. Cattle may remain on the grounds until Sunday. Security is provided.
6. A load of bark will be furnished for the exhibitors, when the bark is gone it will be up to the exhibitors to furnish bedding. Exhibitors must bring their own hay, grain, feed and water pails.
7. All animals in breeding classes must be registered in the respective breed associations before exhibiting. The Show Superintendent shall examine certificates of registry and transfer. Exhibitors with grade animals may enter them into a commercial class.
8. All animals to be shown in this Show must be quartered in the Beef & Working Steer Tent.
9. Each youth exhibitor should be present to show his/her animals and should not receive help from anyone outside the show ring. No one is allowed in the show ring except the exhibitor, the judge and necessary attendants.
10. All exhibitors will be required to wear clean, neat clothing proper for showing. Blue jeans are acceptable.
11. Ages of all animals must be given and satisfactorily verified if requested.
12. In case of cattle entered but not exhibited, entrance fee shall be forfeited.13. Health requirements:
A. State Health Regulations in effect at the time of entry shall apply if there is a conflict with the following requirements:
I. A health certificate prepared by your veterinarian shall be required for all animals BEFORE stabling is permitted. SUCH CERTIFICATE SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT ANY TIME DURING THE SHOW.
II. Vaccination for rabies is required thirty(30) days prior to show.
III. Vaccination for shipping fever is recommended.
B. Animals showing signs, symptoms, suspicions or evidence of any infectious disease, sickness or disorder- including (but not limited to) mange, warts, pinkeye, ringworm, or scabies - shall be barred from the grounds upon arrival and/or at any time during the show when such is detected.
14. The Beef and Working Steer Show is open to anyone willing to abide by the rules.
15. Entries are limited to two (2) in each single class, and one (1) in each group class.
16. All animals in group entries must also have been shown in respective single classes.
17. Animals can be shown in the Breeding Class or Market Class but not both. Animals also can only be shown in the Beef Show or the Working Steer Show but not both.
18. Youth are responsible for taking care of their animal and showing the animal.
19. PREMIUMS: $9.00 = Blue, $7.00 = Red, and $4.00 = White, for the following (*) classes, Fitting Classes-Senior and Junior Division. Showmanship Classes –Senior, Intermediate, Junior Divisions, Novice and Futures. Breeding Classes Youth and Open Show- *8-*21. Working Steer and Ox Show Classes-Senior and Junior Divisions. Steer and Ox Classes *3-*10.
BEEF SHOW CLASSES
Classes are for all recognized beef breeds.
YOUTH SHOW FITTING CLASSES
*1. Senior Division
*2. Junior Division
SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES(all youth must enter)
*3. Senior Division
*4. Intermediate Division
*5. Junior Division
*6. Novice (8-18 years old & first year showing)
*7. Futures (under 8)
Overall Champion -$300 cash prize
Overall Reserve Champion -$200 cash prize
BREEDING CLASSES YOUTH and OPEN SHOW
*8. Junior Heifer Calf (January 1, 2009 to March 31, 2009)
*9. Spring Heifer Calf (April 1, 2009 to June 30, 2009)
*10. Senior Heifer Calf (September 1, 2008 to October 31, 2008)
*11. Winter Heifer Calf (November 1, 2008 to December 31, 2008)
*12. Summer Yearling Heifer (July 1, 2008 to August 31, 2008)
*13. Spring Yearling Heifer (April 1, 2008 to June 30, 2008)
*14. Junior Yearling Heifer (January 1, 2008 to March 31, 2008)
*15. Senior Yearling Heifer (September 30, 2007 to December 31, 2007)
(For classes 9-10: Cow with Natural calf born on or after January 1, 2007)
*16. Two Year Old Cow & Calf (September 1, 2006 to August 31, 2007)
*17. Three Year Old & Over Cow & Calf (Born after September 1, 2006)
Junior Champion Female
Senior Champion Female
Grand Champion Female
Youth Grand Champion Over All Breed (Classes 8-15 eligible)
OPEN SHOW ONLY
*18. Junior Bull Calf (January 1, 2009 to June 30, 2009)
*19. Pair of Calves (2 calves from classes 8, 9, 10, 11 or 18)
*20. Best two(2) head bred and owned by exhibitor
*21. Exhibitor’s Herd, best three (3) head owned by exhibitor
MARKET CLASSES
(No registration papers required for these classes)
4H YOUTH AND OPEN SHOW
All animals in Market Classes will be weighed at Field Days and put into classes.
Grand Champion Steer
WORKING STEER AND OX SHOW CLASSES
Showmanship Classes (all youth must enter)
*1. Senior Division
*2. Junior Division
STEER AND OX CLASSES
Working Teams
*3. Under 500 lbs
*4. 500 - 1000 lbs
*5. 1000 - 1400 lbs
*6. 1400 - 1900 lbs
*7. 1900 - 2500 lbs
*8. 2500 - 2900 lbs
*9. 2900 - 3500 lbs
*10. Over 3500 lbs
Only 1st place winners in Classes 3-10 compete for Best of Show
Best in show (classes 3-6)
Best in show (classes 7-10)
PERFORMANCE CLASSES
(Cart will be provided. There will be a time limit.)
13. Cart Class - Driver under 16
14. Cart Class - Driver over 16
AWARDS
OPEN SHOW AWARDS
1. Premiums will be awarded in all single classes and in classes 21-26 as follows: $20, $18, $16, $14, $12, $10, $8. Premiums will be awarded in group classes and in classes 29-30 as follows: $40, $35, $30, $25, $20.
2. First, second and third place ribbons will be awarded in each class.
3. There will be Rosettes for Junior Champion, Senior Champion and Grand Champion Female of each breed classes 27 & 28.
4. A trophy and $100 will be given to the Grand Champion of the Market Classes.
5. A Farm Exhibit Award will be given to the farm that best exemplifies outstanding appearance, herdsman cooperation and good sportsmanship.
YOUTH SHOW AWARDS
1. The Danish system will be used for judging all classes.
2. Each entry will receive a blue, red, or white ribbon.
3. Special awards will be given for the Youths.
4. Youth Herdsman Award
All youth exhibitors who are eighteen (18) years of age or younger as of January 1st of the current year are eligible for youth awards
CATTLE EXHIBIT
Cattle may be displayed without being shown only by special arrangement with the Department Superintendent. All health requirements and arrival and departure times shall apply.
PEEWEE DAIRY SHOWMANSHIP
Superintendent: Robin Severy, 897-2680
Friday, August 7th, 12:30 p.m. – Animal Show Arena
This is a show planned especially for youngsters, at least 3 and under 8 1/2 years of age who are too young to show 4-H with any breed of dairy calf. The emphasis is on fun and learning with identical ribbons and t-shirts awarded to all.
A big thank you goes out to the Chalker Farm for donating the t-shirts again this year!
1. It is suggested that the calves be young (junior calves) but not too young (as in milk fed baby calves).
2. Calves must be vaccinated for shipping fever at least two weeks before the show and rabies vaccinated as per your veterinarian.
3. Send entries (no cost) to: Robin Severy, 142 Hemenway Hill Road, Shoreham, VT 05770 by July 30, 2009 or call in the information to 388-4969 or 897-2680. Please include: Name of exhibitor, address, telephone #, child’s birth date and parents’ names.
4-H WORKING STEER SHOW
Saturday, August 8th at 10:00am – Location: Antique Equipment Demonstration Area – Judge: TBA
SUPERINTENDENT: Lise Fifield 802-388-7587
Rules & Regulations:
1. Members must compete in all classes. Those members who do not compete in all classes will not be eligible to attend the Big E. The only exception will be for circumstances beyond the member’s control, which prevented him/her from competing. No points will be awarded for classes that individuals do not compete in and Rule 3(54 points to qualify) must still be met, even if members do not compete in all classes.
2. The judge for the classes will be selected from the list of judges, which has been agreed to by the leader of each Vermont working steers 4-H club. The judges will set a time limit for each class.
3. Scoring will be the same as used at the Big E: first blue – 13 pts, second blue – 12 pts, third blue – 11 pts, all other blue – 10 pts, all red – 8pts, all white – 6 pts.
4. Members with top four total scores qualify to go to the Big E. All other members whose total scores are at least 54 points are alternates.
5. The judge at the final event will break all tied scores of 54 or more points after the final qualifying event by asking questions of the tied members.
6. The decision of the four persons who qualify to attend the Big E and alternates will be made immediately following the final qualification event.
7. In the event one or more of the four persons who qualify to attend the Big E cannot attend the Big E, alternates will be given the opportunity to attend the Big E. Alternates will be selected in order of their scores. Alternates who attend the Big E must pay the $30 sponsorship fee.
8. All animals must have proof of TB and rabies vaccinations and be castrated if they are over six months old. Shipping fever shots are strongly recommended as well.
9. All contestants must wear the club uniform: green pants and white shirt, while competing at Addison County Fair & Field Days.
10. PREMIUMS: $9.00 = Blue, $7.00 = Red, and $4.00 = White, for the following (*) classes: *1-*4
11. All contestants can arrive anytime after 7:00 am Saturday morning.
CLASSES:
1. Senior Showmanship (ages 16 and up)
2. Junior Showmanship (ages 10-15)
3. Cart Class
4. Stone Boat Pull (set must pull 50% of combined weight)
4-H AND OTHER YOUTH SHEEP SHOW
Directorirectorirectorirectorirectorirectorirector: Diane Norris • Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 9:00 A.M.
SUPERINTENDENTS: Leslie Goodrich, 897-5885; Cindy Watrous, 948-2751
RULES & AWARDS
ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per class
1. Mail entries and entry fees to Cindy Watrous, 125 Brown Lane, Orwell, VT 05760, Tel. 948-2751. Deadline for entries is Monday, July 20, 2009.
2. Exhibitors must provide their own feed and bedding. Sawdust & straw provided.
3. ALL sheep must be owned or leased by showing youth as of July 1, 2009.
4. All animals must arrive on the grounds between noon on Mon., August 3rd and 8:00 a.m. Tues., August 4th and remain on the grounds until 9:00 p.m. on Sat., August 8th.
5. BARN MEETING for all exhibitors, Tuesday August 4th at 6:00 pm in the show tent.
6. HEALTH REGULATIONS — Same as Open Sheep Show.
7. This show is open to youth 21 years of age (as of January 1, 2009) and younger
8. Registered sheep of all breeds as well as grade sheep may enter this show.
9. All registered sheep must be registered in the name of the exhibitor or have a signed and stamped lease form. Registration papers must be available at any time for inspection by the Superintendents.
10. Breeds will be shown separately where numbers merit. If not, the breed may be combined into all other breed classes at the discretion of the Sheep Superintendents.
11. All sheep must have a scrapies ear tag.
12. Exhibitor may not show more than two (2) breeds; 9 sheep total including market lamb.
13. All sheep must be presented appropriately according to breed.
14. Only one entry per class per exhibitor, except Championship and flock classes.
15. Novices must show on halter, optional for juniors, and seniors.
16. Only exhibitors may work on their animals after arrival at the show.
17. A SHEPHERD’S AWARD consisting of a shepherd’s crook will be awarded to the most outstanding shepherd to be chosen by ballot.
18. SHEEP EXHIBITOR PERFORMANCE AWARD-This award will be given to outstanding junior and senior youth who earns the most points overall. Open to all youth exhibitors. An exhibitor can only win this award once as a junior and once as a Intermediate/Senior
POINTS:
10 pts. Sheep knowledge quiz 10 pts. Leadline
15 pts. Promotion contest 10 pts. Barn exhibit
10 pts. Exhibitor conduct & sportsmanship 10 pts. Record Book
15 pts. Barn inspections 10 pts. Showmanship placing
10 pts. Blocking & Fitting Contest
19. All premiums and awards will be presented at the Exhibitor’s Meeting at 7:00 p.m. on August 8th. The Superintendent reserves the right to withhold any premium or award to any exhibitor who has not adhered to these rules.
20. Sheep knowledge quiz for all youth exhibitors required. Novice, junior and senior division. General knowledge quiz will be given to youth exhibitors at Tuesdays barn meeting at 6:00pm.
21. Daily barn inspections, details at barn meeting Tuesday night.
22. Sheep Project Record Book (optional) turned in at first barn meeting and will be returned at Saturdays barn meeting. Any questions call Leslie at 897-5885 or Cindy at 948-2751
23. EXHIBITOR & PARENTS POT LUCK DINNER, Saturday, August 8th, 5:00 pm.
24. Barn Exhibit: A sheep educational display exhibited at the pen. First, second and third place prizes.
CLASSES
*1. Fitting and Showmanship: Exhibitors are required to participate and must show their own, or a leased, animal. Exhibitors MUST be neatly attired in white button shirt/blouse and white, black, dark green or tan pants. This class will be divided into 4 groups: Senior (age 18-21); Intermediate (age 13-17), Junior (age 9-12); Novice (age 8 and under). A sheep blanket will be awarded to each first place showman.
*2. Yearling Ram Class- (limited to youth 12 yrs of age and older-not to be shown in Fitting and Showmanship.) 1 yr of age, but under 2 years
*3. Senior Ram Class — born on or after September 1, 2008 and before January 1, 2009
*4. Junior Ram Class — born on or after January 1, 2009
Champion Ram
*5. Aged Ewe—2 years and older
*6. Yearling Ewe — 1 year of age, but under 2 years
*7. Senior Ewe — born on or after September 1, 2008 and before January 1, 2009
*8. Junior Ewe — born on or after January 1, 2009
Champion Ewe
*9. Daughter/Dam-Aged ewe with her yearling, Senior or Junior ewe lamb.
*10. Exhibitor’s Flock — group to consist of one (1) Ram Lamb and two (2) Ewes owned by exhibitor and shown in classes.
*11. Market Lamb — lamb must be slick shorn and may be divided into light and heavy weight at the discretion of the judge. Lambs must be wethers or ewe lambs. A market lamb may NOT be entered in classes 2-9, but can be shown in Fitting and Showmanship Class.
*12. Best Fleece: One entry per exhibitor.
Rosettes will go to Grand Champion & Reserve Black & White Classes
Blue — $9, Red — $7, and White — $4.
13. PREMIUMS: $9.00 = Blue, $7.00 = Red, and $4.00 = White, for the following (*) classes: *1-*12
OPEN DAIRY CATTLE SHOWS
SUPERINTENDENTS: Sue James, 948-2420, Stephanie Ouellette
ENTRY CLERK: Marion Seifert 259 North Orwell Road, Orwell, VT 05760, 948-2473
JUDGE: To be announced with entries
HOLSTEINS, BROWN SWISS & GUERNSEYS
Wednesday, August 6, 2009 9:00 a.m.
AYRSHIRES, JERSEYS & MILKING SHORTHORNS
Saturday, August 8, 2009 9:00 a.m.
RULES
1. Exhibitors shall be familiar with - and comply with - both these rules and with the general Field Days rules (copies available from the office or any member of the Board of Directors).
2. An entry fee of $3.50 per animal shall accompany the entry form. Make checks payable to Addison County Fair & Field Days. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are encouraged to enter the Open Dairy Cattle Shows, but must submit entry ahead of time.
3. Entries must be received by Marion Seifert not later than July 25th. There will be no entry fee for group classes. BECAUSE SUBSTITUTIONS ARE PERMITTED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
In the event you do not receive an entry form in time to meet the deadline, make out an entry form as best you can and mail it, with your entry fee, to the Entry Clerk. Based on the birth date of the animal, your entry will be assigned to the proper class. BE SURE TO INDICATE THE BREED. If a dry cow, so indicate. If eligible for a production award, be sure to include all necessary information.
4. ALL BREEDS: All animals over six (6) months of age must be dehorned.
5. There must be a person in charge and present on the grounds for each cattle display.
6. HOLSTEIN, BROWN SWISS AND GUERNSEY BREEDS MUST BE ON THE GROUNDS NO LATER THAN 10 PM ON MONDAY AND WILL BE EXCUSED AFTER THE SHOW ON WEDNESDAY. THE HOLSTEIN, BROWN SWISS AND GUERNSEY GRAND CHAMPIONS WILL BE THE ONLY ANIMALS ALLOWED TO STAY ALL WEEK. All other Holsteins, Brown Swiss and Guernseys need to be off the grounds by 8:00 p.m. so the barn can be cleaned & bedded between groups. AYRSHIRE, MILKING SHORTHORNS AND JERSEY BREEDS MAY START ARRIVING AFTER 8 PM WEDNESDAY AND MUST BE ON THE GROUNDS BY THURSDAY 10:00 A.M. AND MUST REMAIN ON THE GROUNDS UNTIL 9:00 P.M. ON SATURDAY. FFA AND 4-H ANIMALS MUST BE HOUSED IN YOUTH BUILDING.
7. Movement of exhibits and/or vehicles between arrival and departure times shall be in accordance with the instructions and approval of the Dairy Superintendent ONLY.
8. Milking parlor facilities will be available. There will be no payment for milk produced.
9. Two exhibitors meetings will be held at 7:00p.m.-one on Tuesday and one on Saturday. Both will be held in the OPEN DAIRY BARN. It is desirable for each exhibitor to have one representative there.
10. P.D.C.A. rules apply to the conduct of the show (copies available upon request).
11. All who are willing to abide by these rules are welcome to participate.
12. PLEASE review rule #6 so the show, arrival and departure times are firmly in mind.
13. Holstein, Brown Swiss and Guernsey Grand Champions must remain on the grounds until Saturday night or they will not be eligible for Supreme.
14. There will be NO kick or curb boards allowed to reduce the amount of bedding used.
RIBBONS
Ribbons will be awarded for 6 places. There will also be ribbons for Junior Champions, Senior Champions, Grand and Reserve Champions.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
1. State Health Regulations in effect at the time of entry shall apply, if they happen to conflict with any of these requirements. An update will be sent with entry forms.
2. A health certificate prepared by a veterinarian shall be required for all animals BEFORE stabling is permitted. Such certificate shall be available for inspection at any time during the show. Health papers will be checked before unloading. One certificate will be sufficient for all shows: Open, 4-H, FFA, etc.
3. Vaccination for shipping fever is required.
4. All livestock require Rabies vaccinations a minimum of thirty (30) days before Field Days begins, with a veterinarian’s certificate to verify the vaccination.
5. Animals showing any sign, symptom, suspicion or evidence of any infectious disease, sickness or disorder (including, but not limited to, mange, warts, pinkeye, ringworm, scabies) shall be barred from the grounds upon arrival and/or at any time during the show when such is detected.
6. Animals over six (6) mos. of age must be dehorned.
PASS POLICY
Youth and Adult Exhibitors who participate every day (includes FFA & 4-H Dairy, FFA & 4-H Beef, Open Beef, Open Sheep Shows) may purchase season passes for $10.00 each as follows:
• 1 - 5 animals on exhibit: limit 2 passes
• 6 - 10 animals on exhibit: limit 3 passes
• 11 or more animals on exhibit: limit 4 passes
Passes will be mailed to exhibitors. Season passes may be exchanged for 5 one day passes by request only.
BEDDING
Field Days will provide the base bedding pack. Exhibitors may bring their own additional bedding or will be able to buy shavings at the fair.
HOLSTEIN OPEN DAIRY CATTLE SHOW
CLASSES
1. Spring Heifer Calf born March 1, 2009 or later
2. Winter Heifer Calf born Dec. 1, 2008-Feb. 28, 2009
3. Fall Heifer Calf born Sept. 1, 2008-Nov. 30, 2008
4. Summer Yearling Heifer born June 1, 2008-Aug. 1, 2008
5. Spring Yearling Heifer born Mar. 1, 2008-May 31, 2008
6. Winter Yearling born Dec. 1, 2007-Feb. 28, 2008
7. Fall Yearling born Sept. 1, 2007-Nov. 30, 2007
8. Dry Cow, under 5 years old, Born after Aug. 31, 2004
9. Dry Cow, over 5 years old, Born before Sept. 1, 2004
10. Junior TwoYear Old, born Mar. 1, 2007-Aug. 31, 2007
11. Senior TwoYear Old, born Sept. 1, 2006-Feb. 29, 2007
12. Junior ThreeYear Old, born Mar. 1, 2006-Aug. 31, 2006
13. Senior ThreeYear Old, born Sept. 1, 2005-Feb. 28, 2006
14. FourYear Old, born Sept. 1, 2004-Aug. 31, 2005
15. FiveYear Old, born Sept. 1, 2003-Aug. 31, 2004
16. Aged Cow, Born before Sept. 1, 2003
17. GRANDMOTHER COW, Made 100,000 lbs. milk OR 4,000 lbs. fat verified
Individual Animals May Be Shown In One Single Age Class Only!!
Grand Champion And Reserve Grand Champion
18. Produce of Dam: Two offspring of 1 cow
19. Dam and Daughter: One cow & her daughter
20. Junior Best Three Females: All bred by Exhibitor, and at least one owned by exhibitor from classes 1-7.
21. Senior Best Three Females: All bred by Exhibitor, and at least one owned by exhibitor, from classes 8-17.
Limit of one group per exhibitor in each group classes.
Premiums
Classes 1-7: $16, $14, $12, $10, $8, $6 Classes 8-16: $35, $30, $25, $20, $15, $10
Class 17: $40, $35, $25, $20 Classes 18: Rosette
Classes 19-22: $20, $15, $10, $5
NOTE: An exhibitor must exhibit a minimum of six animals to qualify for Premier & Exhibitor.
BROWN SWISS, AYRSHIRE, GUERNSEY, JERSEY & MILKING SHORTHORNS
OPEN DAIRY CATTLE SHOW
CLASSES
1. Spring Heifer Calf, born Mar. 1, 2009 or later
2. Winter Heifer Calf, born Dec. 1, 2008 - Feb. 28, 2009
3. Fall Heifer Calf, born Sept. 1, 2008-Nov. 30, 2008
4. Summer Yearling Heifer, born June 1, 2007-Aug. 1, 2008
5. Spring Yearling, born Mar. 1, 2008-May 31, 2008
6. Winter Yearling, born Dec. 1, 2007-Feb. 28, 2008
7. Fall Yearling, born Sept. 1, 2007-Nov. 30, 2008
8. Dry Cows, completed 1 lactation
9. Two-Year-Old, born Sept. 1, 2006-Aug. 31, 2007
10. Three-Year-Old, born Sept. 1, 2005-Aug. 31, 2006
11. Four-Year-Old, born Sept. 1, 2004-Aug. 31, 2005
12. Five-Year-Old, born Sept. 1, 2003-Aug. 31, 2004
13. Aged Cow, born before Sept. 1, 2003
14. Grandmother Cow, has made 100,000 lbs. milk OR 4,000 lbs. fat verified
Individual Animals May Be Shown In One Single Age Class Only!!!
Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion
15. Produce of Dam: Two offspring of 1 cow
16. Dam and Daughter: One Cow and her daughter
17. Junior Best Three Females: All bred by Exhibitor, and at least one owned by exhibitor from classes 1-7.
18. Senior Best Three Females: All bred by Exhibitor, and at least one owned by exhibitor, from classes 8-14.
Limit of one entry/exhibitor or farm.
Limit of one group per exhibitor in each group class.
SUPREME CHAMPION OF ALL BREEDS
Premiums
Classes 1 - 7: $16, $14, $12, $10, $8, $6 Classes 8 - 13: $35, $30, $25, $20, $15, $10
Class 14: $40, $35, $25, $20 Classes 15: Rosette
Classes 16 - 19: $20, $15, $10, $5
AWARDS
Fitzsimmons Award
The Robert Fitzsimmons Memorial Trophy will be awarded to the highest protein-producing animal in the show. The record is not to exceed 305 days and will be computed on a mature equivalent basis. Record must be verified by official records from either DHIA or breed testing program. Such record must be available for inspection upon arrival and throughout the duration of the show. A plaque will also be awarded for permanent possession by the winning exhibitor. Any updates must be given to superintendent before Wednesday night.
Herdsmanship Award
Herdsmanship awards will be given in recognition of the best maintained and managed exhibit, one award for Holstein/Brown Swiss/Guernsey and one award for Ayrshire/Jersey/Milking Shorthorn divisions. Cooperation with Field Days management, along with consideration for optimum public relations with the fairgoing public, are inherent elements for winning a Herdsmanship award.
DAIRY AWARDS
O.G. Farnham Award
Purpose: To enhance the Dairy Industry through better genetics and improved mating practices. An individual must be committed to dairy farming as an occupation.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
1. Must be 15-25 years of age and a resident of Addison County.
2. Must be actively engaged in farming and working toward a future in dairy farming.
3. Must own his/her own cattle and be interested in improving his/her herd.
4. Must have participated in Addison County Fair & Field Days cattle show.
METHOD OF SELECTION
1. An individual must be the breeder, owner and exhibitor of eligible animal.
2. Animal must be milking two (2) year old shown in its proper class (including all breeds in current year’s dairy show classes).
3. Winning animal must be selected by judge as best two (2) year old of all breeds, bred and owned by exhibitor.
AWARD
The recipient of the award will receive a check in the amount of $100, designated the O.G. Farnham Award.
Addison County Dairyman of the Year • Lucien D. Paquette Award
Awarded to the Addison County dairy farmer who has exhibited excellence in the area of herd production/management, feeding program, crop program and soil conservation, marketing, farm family leadership, and farm appearance. The award is sponsored by the Addison County Extension Service Advisory Board and the Vermont Dairyman of the Year selection committee.
OPEN SHEEP SHOW
Friday, August 7, 2009 — 9:00 A.M.
SUPERINTENDENTS: Leslie Goodrich, 897-5885; Cindy Watrous, 948-2751
RULES
1. Entry fee - $2.00 per class. Mail entries to Cindy Watrous, 125 Brown Lane, Orwell, VT 05760. Entries must be returned by Monday, July 20, 2009.
2. Exhibitors must provide their own feed and bedding. Sawdust & straw can be purchased at the grounds.
3. All animals must arrive on the grounds between noon Monday, August 3rd and 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 4th and remain on the grounds until 9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 8th or Sunday, August 9th a.m.
4. HEALTH REGULATIONS: All sheep must have health certificates and MUST be free of visual evidence of the following diseases: foot rot, sore mouth, pink-eye, and ringworm. Any sheep deemed to be unhealthy by the Judge or Show Superintendent will be barred from exhibition and showing. All sheep must be vaccinated for rabies thirty (30) days prior to August 3, 2009 and must have a certificate to verify the vaccination. All sheep must have scrapie ear tag.
5. Only registered sheep may enter this show.
6. Exhibitors may show no more than two (2) breeds and no more than twelve (12) head per breed. Exhibitors are limited to two entries per single class and one entry in any group class. All sheep shown in group classes must have been shown in individual classes.
7. Lambs born after January 1, must have all their lamb’s teeth. Lambs born after September 1, shown in Senior Classes, may have dropped the first pair of lamb’s teeth, but not up even with their lamb teeth. Yearlings may not have more than 4 permanent teeth at the time of competition. Dividing date for Senior and Junior lambs is January 1st.
8. Breeds will be shown separately where numbers merit. If not, the breeds may be combined into all other breed classes at the discretion of the Sheep Superintendent. There will be a meat breed show and wool breed show.
9. All sheep must be presented appropriately according to breed standards.
10. Breeders should have farm signs and information on their breed for promotional and educational purposes.
11. EXHIBITOR POT LUCK DINNER Saturday, August 8th, 5:00pm
12. All premiums and awards will be presented at the Exhibitor’s Meeting at 7:00 p.m. on August 8th. The Superintendents reserve the right to withhold any premium or award to any exhibitor who has not adhered to these rules.
CLASSES
1. Yearling Ram - 1 year of age, but under two years
2. Senior Ram Lamb-Born September 1 to December 31, 2008
3. Junior Ram Lamb-Born after January 1, 2009
4. Pair of Ram Lambs
Champion Ram
5. Age ewe
6. Yearling Ewe - 1 year of age, but under two years
7. Pair of Yearling Ewe
8. Senior Ewe Lamb-Born September 1 to December 31, 2008
9. Junior Ewe Lamb-Born after January 1, 2009
10. Pair of Ewe Lambs
Champion Ewe
11. Dam/Daughter
12. Flock (1 ram, 3 ewes)
Supreme Champion Ram All Breeds
Supreme Champion Ewe All Breeds
Market Lamb-lamb must be slick shorn and may be divided into light and heavy weight at the discretion of the judge.
Best Fleeced Animal: one entry per exhibitor, award only top fleece. Natural colored and white wool classes.
Premiums
# in Class 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th
1 $10
2 $10 $8
3 $10 $8 $5
4 $10 $8 $5 $3
5 $12 $10 $8 $5 $3
6 $12 $10 $8 $5 $3 $2
7 $12 $10 $8 $5 $3 $2 $2
8+ $12 $10 $8 $5 $3 $2 $2 $2 $2 $2
All premiums will be presented at the exhibitors meeting at 7:00 p.m. on August 8, 2009. The Superintendent reserves the right to withhold any premium or award to any exhibitor who has not adhered to the rules of the OPEN SHEEP SHOW.
YOUTH SHEEP PROMOTIONAL CONTESTS
SHEEP & WOOL GARMENT LEAD LINE CLASS
Thursday, August 6th, at 3:00 p.m. At the sheep show tent.
Under the direction of Christa Cousineau, Julie Disorda, Kathleen Parent
The purpose of this class is to provide an opportunity to promote wool garments & sheep to the public
Classes:
• Novice (8 and under or 1st year)
• Junior (9-12)
• Seniors (13-18)
• Adult (19 and over)
1. Participants need not be involved in a sheep project, contact Cindy Watrous if interested in borrowing a sheep. A training session in sheep will be given before the show.
2. Garment must be at least 70 percent wool, may be purchased or homemade.
3. Contestant must be able to set pose with a well mannered sheep for the judge.
4. All contestants must bring the pattern envelope if they sewed or knitted their own garment
5. Lead Line Champion garments in all four levels should be displayed in the 4-H Youth Hall for the week of the fair if it is a homemade project. Two-minute commentary printed or typed on a 5” x 8” card.
6. Extra points for garment if it is homemade.
7. Send lead line entry form by Monday, July 20, 2009 to:
Cindy Watrous, 125 Brown Lane, Orwell, VT 05760,
Tel. 948-2751
8. Submit commentaries for judges by August 4, 2009
Entry Form due Monday, July 20, 2009. The purpose of these contests is to provide All youth exhibitors a chance to participate in the Addison County Fields Day, as well as provide displays describing the fun and value of youth sheep projects to the public.
There are three different contests available for youth to enter. Youth are not limited in the number of entries.
1. Photo Contest – All photographs must be taken by the youth making the entry. Entries may be black and white, or color photos. This contest is divided into two categories:
A. Single Photo: Measuring 5” x 7” minimum; 8” x 10” maximum.
B. Photo Story: Up to 5 photos, any size, mounted on standard 22” x 28” poster board. Photo stories convey messages, or Tell a “before and after” or “how-to-do-it” sequence.
Entries in both categories should be labeled with a short, identifying caption(s) or theme on the front. All single photos must be matted or framed.
2. Ad Layout Contest - Develop an advertisement promoting your sheep project, sheep products or the sheep industry. Do not use any commercial or brand names, including farm names in your ad. (Think of this as developing a full-page ad on your sheep project for a national magazine or flyer to distribute to the public at the Fair) Finished advertisements should fit on paper size 8¹/2” x 11”.
3. Poster Contest: Youth may use pictures, drawings, photographs, charts… and words to promote one aspect of sheep production, management or showmanship – such as barn safety, proper animal nutrition, why people pick a specific breed, etc. Posters should make people stop, read and remember.
4. These contests are open to all youth in the following age groups:
Junior: age 9-12; Intermediate/Senior: age 13 – 21
5. Member’s name, address, age as of January 1, 2009, 4-H club, and Contest entered must be attached to the BACK of each entry. An entry form may be picked up at your Extension Office.
6. Copyrighted material, such as the Peanuts Cartoon characters, etc., and commercial signs, materials, or pictures promoting specific companies, farm names or products, may not be used.
7. Members may use crayons, markers, paints, personal computers and whatever else they can think of to produce entries. Be creative!
8. Entries should have wires or strings attached for hanging. If no other means are provided, staples will be used to display entries.
9. All entries must be received by 8:00am August 4th and picked up August 8th after 7:00pm.
10. Champions will be given in each age group in the three contests. Also, a “Public Choice Award” in each overall contest will be chosen by fairgoers during Addison County Field Days, votes will be tallied and awarded on Saturday August 8th at the Sheep Barn meeting at 7:00pm.
Questions?
Please call Abigail Goodrich 897-5885
YOUTH BLOCKING AND FITTING CONTEST
Saturday, August 8, 2009 10:30-11:30 Entry Forms due Monday, July 20, 2009
The purpose of this contest is to allow contestants the opportunity to show his or her ability and skills at preparing a sheep for show. Judging will be based on teamwork, blocking and trimming ability, technique (i.e. patience gentleness) in handling a sheep which has not been handled before,
Technique is using various pieces of trim equipment, and the ability to find and accentuate the good qualities of a sheep.
1. Sheep will be assigned by a random drawing of numbers.
2. Senior (18-21 years of age as of Jan. 1, 2009), Intermediate (13-17 years) and Junior (8-12 years) classes.
3. The oldest team member determines the age class in which the team will participate. Teams of two contestants only.
4. Untrimmed sheep will be provided. Participants will have the opportunity to wash, dry and card their animal at the wash rack prior to the contest, (Time will be announced at Tuesdays barn meeting) with the sheep tied to the wall rings – the sheep will NOT be washed on trimming stands. Blow dryers allowed to be used – borrowing/sharing is encouraged! BOTH members of the team will work on washing sheep together. No trimming will be allowed during this wash period. The trimming of feet is not part of contest: participants are to leave the hooves as they are. Care and caution are urged in the handling of sheep during washing, as they may not have been handled before. Contestants handling sheep in a manner which might harm the sheep will be disqualified. After the sheep is washed, dried and carded, they must be back in the assigned blocking contest pens. The sheep is to be left untouched until the contest.
5. Blankets may be used provided they are properly fitted. Contestants must supply their own blankets and prepare before coming for the possibilities of different size animals. If blankets do not fit, and a danger of harming the animal, it is at the superintendent’s discretion to have the blanket removed.
6. During the contest, every team is given one hour to prepare and fit the animal for show. Each team must provide their own stand and equipment. Electric clippers are permitted; one pair of clippers per team however of the animal is allowed. Final judging will directly follow the hour trimming time.
7. No opened-toe shoes are allowed during this contest!
8. Safety is key factor for both animal and contestants. Adults may assist youth only when preparing ring and clearing equipment or when there is a safety issue.
9. Animals will be fit as meat sheep
SHEEP EXHIBIT
SHEEP DISPLAY: Various breeds of sheep, all raised locally, will be exhibited. Sheep growers will be on hand to answer questions and to discuss sheep raising in Addison County. 4-H youth will be showing their sheep projects and will demonstrate washing and grooming of their sheep for showing. 4-H Clubs from other areas will participate in the activities.
There will be demonstrations of sheep handling and sheep shearing DAILY at 2:00 p.m. except Thursday and Friday (show days).
TWIST O’ WOOL GUILD EXHIBIT
Twist O’ Wool Guild, which has met regularly since 1979 in the Middlebury area, occupies a tent between the Sheep Exhibit and animal show arena. There will be demonstrations of spinning, weaving, dyeing, felting, knitting & crocheting from 10:00am to 6:00pm throughout fair week. Exhibits of handspun yarn and finished articles will be on display. Guild members will be available to answer any questions you may have concerning working with any fibers - animal or vegetable!
The Twist O’ Wool Guild is a non-profit, educational, spinning and weaving organization which meets on the first Thursday of each month September through June at 7:00 pm at the American Legion Hall on Wilson Road (behind G. Stone Motors) off Route 7 South in Middlebury. For more information, contact Chris Turner 352-4778.
OX PULLING
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 — 10:30 a.m.
SUPERINTENDENT: William Roleau, 453-3713; JUDGE: Robert Bell, 877-2222
The Board of Directors would like to thank Daryl Lowry for the many years he did an outstanding job announcing the Ox Pulling.
RULES
1. Contest will be governed by the New England Ox Teamsters Association rules.
2. Oxen are entered at owner’s risk. The Corporation will not assume responsibility for damage to oxen, drivers, or any equipment or articles sent to the show.
3. Address any inquiries to: Mr. Robert Bell, 877-2222.
4. All livestock require Rabies vaccination thirty (30) days before Field Days begins and a certificate to verify the vaccination.
5. Prizes: 1st-$160, 2nd-$120,3rd-$100, 4th-$80, 5th-$70, 6th-$60.
CLASSES
1. Under 2,800 pounds at 10:30
2. Under 3,200 pounds at 1:00
3. Free-for-all at 4:00
2009 FIELD DAYS OPEN MINIATURE DONKEY SHOW
Tuesday, August 4th, 10:00a.m., Butterfield Arena
MANAGER: Marshlyn Reed – JUDGE: Kathy Kennett • RING PERSON: TBA • ANNOUNCER/SECRETARY: Candyce Arada-Trombely • SECRETARY: Julie Foote
$5.00 PER CLASS PER ANIMAL
PRIZE MONEY:
$25, $20, $15, $12, $10, $8; Classes: 1,2,3,4,6,7,12
CHAMPIONSHIP & RESERVE HALTER:
Ribbon & $50, $30
HIGH POINT AND RESERVE HIGH POINT:
Ribbon & $50, $30
1. Halter Geldings
2. Halter Jacks
3. Halter Jennets
4. Halter 18 months and younger (may not enter other halter classes)
5. Halter & Reserve Championship
LUNCH BREAK
6. Pleasure Driving
7. Obstacle Driving
8. Cone Race in Harness Or in hand (trot only)
9. Ground Driving (may not enter other driving classes)
10. Coon Jumping
11. Adult Trail
12. Youth Trail (14 years and under)
13. Costume Class (open to adults and children – use your imagination)
Please Note: Children under 16 MUST have an adult with them if they enter any of the driving classes.
Donkeys must have Coggins test within 12 months & health papers within 30 days. Proof of rabies vaccination. For information and entry forms contact Marshlyn Reed, 4241 VT Rte 17W Addison, VT 05491 Phone 802-759-2665 e-mail: minidonk@together.net
Passes will only be given to two people per donkey entered. Entries must be to
Marshlyn Reed by July 20. Include a self addressed stamped envelope for the passes to be mailed back to you. There will be no passes given at the gate. Post entries accepted.
Stalls available upon request. Fee $5.00 and MUST be clean when you leave.
Self contained campers fee: $25.00 per day.
ADDISON COUNTY MAPLE SUGARMAKERS’ ASSOCIATION SUGARHOUSE
SUPERINTENDENTS: Three ACMSA Board of Directors
MAPLE JUDGES: Department of Agriculture
SUGARHOUSE MANAGER: Barb Rainville; DEMONSTRATION ORGANIZER: Sheila Masterson
The ACMSA is open to all who make maple syrup or have an interest in promoting maple syrup. The objectives of the ACMSA are:
1. Maple promotion.
2. Support and coordination of maple research.
3. Keeping members informed on issues and trends related to maple.
ACMSA Officers for 2009 are:
President: Moe Rheaume, Middlebury
Vice President: Andy Hutchison, Leicester
Sec./Treasurer: Barbara Rainville, Lincoln
Membership-$5.00 per year.
Come visit the Sugarhouse for demonstrations on sugarhouse operating technology, making maple products and cooking with maple at 11:00-2:00 p.m. daily.
On-going activities held in the Sugarhouse:
• Maple Products Judging - Tuesday a.m.
• General Maple Information
• Maple Displays and Exhibits
• Maple Syrup Sales
• Sugar on Snow
• Maple Cotton Candy
• Maple Milkshakes
• Maple Frosted Doughnuts & Coffee.
Maple Products and Judging Information Classes
Entries can be delivered to the Sugarhouse at Field Days on the Monday before the fair opens and up to 9:00am on the opening day, Tuesday. Judging is usually at 11:00am on opening day. Please call Barb Rainville, 453-5797 to arrange other pickups.
Entry Tags
Name, address, phone no. and if appropriate, grade of syrup or recipe must be included with each entry. All entries become the property of the Sugarmakers’ Association.
Use only New, Unused Containers for all maple products. Always use only hot water to clean maple equipment and containers. Do not use dish soap or other kinds of soap when cleaning and preparing maple equipment or containers as soap will flavor the syrup or contents of the container. No containers or dishes can be returned to the exhibitor. It is your responsibility to pick up any dishes you’ve used for your exhibit. Dishes will only be available after 6 pm on Saturday night.
Classes
1. Maple Syrup: 1 full pint, Fancy, Grade A Medium Amber, Grade A Dark Amber, Grade B or Backyard. Before sending to be judged, open the container and check for:
a. Color b. Density
c. Clarity d. Flavor
Be sure the container meets the size requirements for the contest. (one full pint)
2. Maple Candy: (sugar cakes) – 8 oz. Make sure you use good-flavored Fancy or Medium Amber syrup. Check the boiling point of water when you make any maple product and adjust the temperature to avoid making product that is too soft or too hard. Submit Four – eight pieces for judging.
3. Maple Cream: 1/2 lb.
Use light-flavored Fancy or Medium Amber syrup. Watch temperature and adjust accordingly. Maple cream picks up other flavors quickly. Pack cream in new 8-oz. jars or other airtight containers.
4. Indian Sugar: Try to get consistent sized grains in the product. (You might want to put through a sieve.) Avoid large crystals. Submit 8 oz. Jar.
5. Maple Fudge: (nuts allowed) – Can be either pure maple or cream fudge. Be sure it is not too hard or too soft. If you use nuts, make sure they are fresh and that the nut flavor doesn’t overpower the maple flavor. If using nuts, label containers as to kind of nuts (butternut, walnut, pecans, etc.). Show all ingredients on container.
6. Maple Specialty: All entries must have an accompanying recipe. All recipes must contain at least 1/2 cup of maple syrup. Entries can include any dish with maple syrup – cookies, baked beans, cakes, pies, etc. Be mindful of presentation of whole cakes, pies and other baked goods. Dishes must be disposable, entries must stay until 6pm Saturday night.
7. Best Overall in all Classes
Prizes
Classes 1 - 5: $10.00 if judged Excellent, plus Rosette for Best in Class.
Class 6: $10.00 and Blue ribbon if judged Excellent, plus one Rosette and $25.00 for Best in Specialty Class. Prizes will be awarded by ACMSA.
Class 7: Special Rosette
Backyard Amateur Sugarmakers
If you hang 50 buckets or less, you may enter one (1) pint of syrup in the Amateur Sugarmakers Contest. Blue ribbons and a $10.00 premium will be awarded to entries judged Excellent.
Blake Roy Memorial Fund
Blake Roy was a Field Days Maple Judge for many years with a special interest in quality control.
• Best in Class Fancy will receive $25.00 plus Blake Roy Ribbon
• Best in Class Medium Amber will receive $25.00 plus Blake Roy Ribbon
• Best in Class Dark Amber will receive $25.00 plus Blake Roy Ribbon
HOME & GARDEN DEPARTMENTS
GENERAL RULES
Please Read Carefully. These Rules apply along with, and in addition to the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days(in back of book ).
1. Only one entry per person per Class. Use one entry form for each department.
2. Entrants may be of any age.
3. Work must be of competitive quality and completed solely by the entrant.
4. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on Monday ( Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. None will be accepted before or after that period. Do not leave entries without reporting to a committee member, or before completing an entry form. All entries will be issued a receipt. Items will be disqualified if they do not conform to the Rules of each department. Responsibility will not be accepted for items left in any other manner, nor will such items be judged. Items entered in any Category or Class must not have been exhibited at Addison County Fair & Field Days before. Entrants will not be permitted in the building while these Departments are being judged. Anyone entering before judging is completed will be asked to leave.
5. Items will be judged according to the Danish System with each entry being ranked Excellent, Good, or Fair. (Blue, red or white ribbons will be awarded respectively.) Best of Show rosettes will be awarded to winners of listed prizes, except commercial exhibits. Other rosette winners will receive $5.00 in cash. Special merchandise prizes may be awarded.
There will be an Awards Presentation held at 8:00 p.m. on THURSDAY evening in the HOME & GARDEN Building. Recipients will be notified and are encouraged to attend. ALL ENTRIES ARE TO REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL 10:00 PM SATURDAY.
6. Entries & Prizes can be picked up between 10pm – 10:30 pm on Saturday or between 1pm and 3pm on Sunday. PRIZES NOT PICKED UP AT THIS TIME WILL BE FORFEITED. Entries will not be released without a receipt. A Special Gate Pass will be given to each exhibitor with their entry receipt. Any item left after 3:00 p.m. will be disposed of at the convenience of the committee. No vehicles will be allowed inside the fence before 10pm on Saturday.
7. Items are entered at your own risk. Security is provided, but not guaranteed. Items will be in a closed, locked building at night. Bring all entries to the Home & Garden Building on August 3 Monday, between 9:00 am and 12:30 pm
ADDISON COUNTY FAIR & FIELD DAYS 6th BAKED BEAN BONANZA
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Bring a pot of your favorite Baked Beans and recipe on a 5x8 card to the Greenhouse/Picnic area on Saturday at 10:00. Official judging will begin then. All entrants must be present to win. From 12:00 noon until 1 pm the entrants should be prepared to hand out small samples of their beans to the public.
All entrants will receive a special ribbon.
No pre-registration required. One entry per person.
PRIZES:
1st - $100.00, the Wanda Goodyear Memorial Award
2nd - $50.00 from Loewer & Associates
3rd – Pampered Chef Baking Dish from January Stearns, Realtor Lang, McLaughry, Spera
4th – Bean Pot from Paris Farmers Union
5th - $25.00 Gift Certificate from Middlebury Natural Foods Coop
DEPARTMENT: HG 1-HANDICRAFTS
Director: Frances Monroe, 247-8482
Superintendents: M. Lee Greenewalt 758-2598; Tammy Iffland 623-7911
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MONDAY, (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
Unworthy, soiled or worn items will not be accepted or judged.
Items must be made by an individual completed within the last year.
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Loewer & Associates ~ $50.00 Gift Certificate for Most Outstanding Quilt.
2. Loewer & Associates ~ $25.00 for most outstanding SYNTHETIC FIBER in knitting or crocheting categories
3. Spin-N-Knit Crafts of Crown Point
$25.00 - Most Outstanding NATURAL FIBER entry in Knitting & Crocheting categories
4. Knits & Bolts ~ $25.00 gift certificate for Top youth winner, 16 yrs and under in knitting & crocheting categories
5. Loewer & Associates ~ $30.00 for an Outstanding entry in Embroidery & Needlepoint.
6. Laurie Lynn “Tigger” Romaine Youth Award~$25.00 for an Outstanding entry in Embroidery & Needlepoint by a youth 16 and under.
7. Rae Dwight Award ~ $25.00 for an Outstanding entry in Needlework.
8. Middlebury Sew “N” Vac Inc ~ $50.00 Gift Certificate for Best Machine Embroidered Piece
9. Laurie Lynn “Tigger” Romine Youth Award ~ $25.00 for Most Outstanding entry in Sewing by youth 16 or under. May be a garment or quilt.
10. Amy Oxford Award~ $50.00 - Most Outstanding entry in Hooking and Braiding.
11. Green Mt. Rug Hooking Guild: $50.00 to be divided among the Most Outstanding entries in Hooking by youth 16 and under
12. Eleanor Boucher Memorial Award from Twist O’Wool Guild: $25.00 for most outstanding woven article.
13. Twist O’Wool Guild~ Award $25.00 - for the Most Outstanding Item Made from Hand Spun Yarn.
14. Handweavers Guild of America’s Award may be given. Special criteria follow:
• must be limited to a work of handweaving, spinning, dyeing, or basket weaving or felting
• must embody a unique interpretation: demonstrate a fresh, individual approach, and express personal creativity
• must exemplify a complete understanding of both aesthetic and functional considerations
• must demonstrate excellence in technical skills
15. Brown Novelty Company
Three $50.00 -for Outstanding entries in Woodworking & Woodcarving – Categories VIII & IX (Three individuals, preferably one exhibited by a youth.)
16. Vermont Beads & Fibers ~ a gift certificate for the most outstanding design in beadwork.
17. Golden Years Award by Laurie Lynn “Tigger” Romine $25.00 for Outstanding Handicraft entered by an exhibitor over 80 years old ( Age to be listed on entry form)
18. A Grand Prize of $100.00 will be awarded to THE MOST OUTSTANDING ENTRY in the Handicrafts Division.
19. Jerry & Cheryl Connor Award: $50.00 for THE MOST OUTSTANDING YOUTH ENTRY in Handicrafts(18 years & under).
CATEGORIES & CLASSES
*Please enter only items listed below.
I. KNITTING AND CROCHETING: one entry form, state whether natural or sunthetic fiber.
A. Adult Sweaters:
1. Patterned, with sleeves, multicolored
2. Patterned, with sleeves, single color
3. Plain, with sleeves
4. Vest or Poncho
B. Children’s Sweaters: Size 4-12
1. Patterned, with sleeves, multicolored
2. Patterned, with sleeves, single color
3. Plain, with sleeves
4. Vest or Poncho
C. Infants & Toddlers:
1. Shawls, afghans, carriage robes, blankets
2. Sacque sets, buntings, pram suits
3. Dresses, jumpers, boys suits, sweaters
4. Booties, mittens, bonnets & hats
D. Accessories:
1. Hats & Scarves
2. Mittens & Gloves
3. Socks & Slippers
E. Afghans, Throws & Shawls
F. Stuffed Toys
G. Pillows
H. Occasional Pieces:
1. Tablecloths
2. Doilies
3. Potholders
I. Handspun Yarn:
1. Sweaters with sleeves
2. Vests & Ponchos
3. Shawls & Afghans
4. Any handspun pieces not listed above
5. One handspun skein
J. Any knitted or crocheted pieces not listed above
II SEWING
A. Garments:
1. Woman’s - cotton or blend
2. Woman’s - wool or blend
3. Man’s - any material
4. Child’s - any material
5. Garment with decorative detail
B. Stuffed Toys
C. Any sewn pieces not listed above
III QUILTING AND APPLIQUE
A. Quilts:
1. Patchwork - tied
2. Patchwork - machine quilted
3. Patchwork - hand quilted
4. Appliqued - tied
5. Appliqued - machine quilted
6. Appliqued - hand quilted
7. Embroidered - tied
8. Embroidered - machine quilted
9. Embroidered - hand quilted
10. Machine embroidered
11. Paper pieced quilt
12. Stenciled - tied, machine or hand quilted
13. Handworked - pieced, appliqued & quilted
B. Throw Pillows - stuffed & finished
C. Any quilted or appliquéd pieces not listed above
IV. EMBROIDERY AND NEEDLEPOINT
A. Hand Embroidery:
1. Pictures - framed, mounted or stretched
2. Throw pillows - stuffed & finished
3. Any hand embroidery pieces not listed above
B. Machine Embroidery:
1. Pictures - framed, mounted or stretched
2. Throw pillows - stuffed & finished
3. Any machine embroidery pieces not listed above
C. Cross Stitch Embroidery:
1. Pictures - framed, mounted or stretched
2. Throw pillows - stuffed & finished
3. Any cross stitch embroidery pieces not listed above
D. Crewel Embroidery:
1. Pictures - framed, mounted or stretched
2. Throw pillows - stuffed & finished
3. Any crewel embroidery pieces not listed above
E. Needlepoint:
1. Pictures - framed, mounted or stretched
2. Throw pillows - stuffed & finished
3. Any needlepoint pieces not listed above
V. HOOKING AND BRAIDING
A. Rugs - sleeves for hanging would be helpful for display purposes
B. Pictures - framed, mounted or stretched
C. Throw pillows - stuffed & finished
D. Any hooked or braided pieces not listed above
VI. WEAVING
A. Flat Pieces - blankets, rugs, hangings
B. Garments
C. Any pieces using handspun yarn not listed above, commercial warp permitted.
VII. FELTING (Needle or Wet)
A. Socks & Slippers
B. Hats & Scarves
C. Mittens & Gloves
D. Handbags
E. Vests
F. Wall Hanging
G. Any felted item not listed above
VIII. WOODWORKING
A. Toys
B. Furniture
C. Decorative pieces
D. Any class not listed above
IX. WOOD CARVING AND/OR BURNING
A. Three-dimensional pieces
B. Plaques - flat or bas-relief
C. Caricature
X. DOLLHOUSES AND MINIATURES
A. Room Displays
B. Individual Pieces
XI. BASKETRY
A. Split Woven
B. Round Woven
C. Coiled
D. Any class not listed above
XII. CHRISTMAS CRAFTS
A. Ornaments
B. Wreaths
C. Stockings
D. Tree Skirts
E. Nativities
F. Any class not listed above
XIII. BEADWORK
A. Strung
B. Woven
C. Crochet
D. Combination
XIV. OPEN & UNCLASSIFIED
A. Candlewicking
B. Tatting
C. Macrame
D. Batik
E. Fabric Flowers
F. Breaddough Art
G. Natural Materials Crafts
H. Wreaths - holiday or all occasion
I. Stenciling
J. Jewelry
K. Ceramics
L. Pottery
M. Dolls
N. Stained Glass
O. Quilling
P. Toothbrush rugging
Q. Polymer Clay (Sculpy, Fimo, etc)
R. Medium not listed elsewhere
S. SCRAPWORKS - must be 75% leftover or recycled materials.
DEPARTMENT: HG 2 – ART and PHOTOGRAPHY
Director: Frances Monroe, 247-8482
Superintendents: Abi Sessions, 462-2363 • Faie Shepard 247-3232
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
Thisart exhibitionis for amateurs. (A professional artist is one who creates with intent to sell; exhibits at a recognized gallery, or who derives their living from their art work.)
CATEGORIES & CLASSES
1. An artist or photographer may exhibit A SINGLE entry per person per class. (Class=A, B, etc.) No group exhibits will be allowed. No electrical outlets will be provided for artwork.
2. For this department, entrants are considered as youth from 6 through 17; as adults 18 and older.
3. All work must be the artist’s original and must have been sketched and painted or colored by hand. Air brushed or computer generated or mechanically enhanced art will automatically be rejected. All work must have been completed during the current year.
4. Any and all entries that do not have proper hanging wire will automatically be rejected, except entries in II.E and III. A & B. All work must include artist’s name and title of work on back. Title should be on entry form.
5. The superintendent will refuse work that is considered to be craftwork; i.e.- paint-by-number and pre-designed kits.
6. All work (except for oils, acrylics and collages and 3-D) must be covered adequately with glass, plastic or shrink wrap.
AWARDS
A. Superintendent’s Award: $50.00 for Best Entry in Art
B. Loewer & Associates Award:
A. $50.00 for Best Entry In Art
B. $50.00 for Best Entry In Art
C. Nancy Snow Kurrelmeyer Photography Award
$50.00 for Best Photographic Entry by adult
D. Grandma Phyllis Romine Youth Awards
A. $25.00 for Best Entry in any category
B. $25.00 for Best Entry in Folk Art
E. Special Photography Award
$25.00 for Best Entry by a E. student age 13-17.
$25.00 for Best Entry by a Student age 6-12
I. BLACK & WHITE RENDITION
A. Pen & Ink
B. Pencil
C. Charcoal
D. Prints (linoleum or wood block)
E. Any medium not listed above
II. PAINTING
A. Oil
B. Acrylic
C. Watercolor
D. Pastel
E. Any medium not listed above
III. FOLK ART - General Rule 1 applies. Size must not exceed 24” by 16” by 12” (Larger objects will be rejected). Objects accepted are canvas, wood, metal and stone. No signs will be accepted.
A. Oil
B. Acrylic
IV. PHOTOGRAPHY - AMATEUR
A. Black & White
B. Color
C. Special Effects Or Computer Effects
Professional artists and photographers are encouraged to exhibit one piece of work for display only. Include name, address and phone number on a business card. Bring artwork to Home & Garden Department on August 3, 2009 between 4:00 and 6:00 pm.
DEPARTMENT: HG 3 – FLOWER SHOW
Director: Frances Monroe, 247-8482 – Superintendent: January Stearns 462-2343
AMATEUR FLOWER SHOW
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
1. Exhibitors must bring their own containers.
2. All floral arrangements will be judged on horticultural perfection as well as artistic arrangement.
3. Due to limited space, no arrangement will be accepted that exceeds 12”x18”
4. All plants will be judged on health and development. Plant classes 1 - 5 must be owned and maintained a minimum of six months. Exception: Summer container and hanging plants.
5. This Flower Show is for amateurs only.
6. a. All floral arrangements must have been done by the exhibitor.
b. Children’s arrangements must have been done by the child, reflecting ability appropriate for the age of the exhibitor.
AWARDS:
A. Al & Nancy Edson – Sunset Hill Farm Award: $30.00 gift certificate for Most Outstanding Exhibit by Youth (16 and under)
B. Middlebury AGWAY, Farm & Garden Center Award: $30.00 gift certificate for Most Outstanding Exhibitor.
C. Middlebury Garden Club Award: $ 30.00 Most Outstanding Creative Design by entrant 16 and over who is not a Middlebury Garden Club member.
CATEGORIES & CLASSES
I. FLORAL ARRANGEMENT CLASSES: not to exceed 12” x 18”
1. Centerpiece (To be viewed from all sides)
2. Bouquet of mixed wild flowers
3. Bouquet of mixed garden flowers
4. Gladiolus
5. Arrangement of any single variety of garden flower
6. Dried flower arrangement
7. Miniature arrangement, not more than 5” x 5” including all props and plant materials
a. Dried plant material
b. Fresh plant material
8. A single floral arrangement, follow the theme “Patriotic”
9. A single floral arrangement, follow the theme “Wedding Day”
10. Fresh or Dried Floral Wreath
11. Open & unclassified - can include groupings and scenes
II. PLANT CLASSES: Pot size limited to 10” x 10”
1. African Violets
2. House Plants
3. Hanging Plants
4. Cactus and Succulents
5. Dish Gardens
6. a. Summer container garden - maintained minimum of 6 weeks
b. Summer hanging plants - maintained minimum of 6 weeks
III. CHILDREN’S CLASSES:
1. Bouquet of mixed wild flowers
a. ages 4-8
b. ages 9-14
2. Bouquet of mixed garden flowers
a. ages 4-8
b. ages 9-14
3. Single floral arrangement using a child’s toy
a. ages 4-8
b. ages 9-14
4. House Plants
a. ages 4-8
b. ages 9-14
5. Miniature arrangement, not more than 5”x5” including all props and plant material
6. Scene or grouping using a child’s toy 12” x 18”
COMMERCIAL FLOWER SHOW
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days.
1. A Commercial Flower Exhibitor is defined as any person or persons growing flowers for profit.
2. Exhibitors will be allotted an empty 4ft. by 3ft. area each, to display their flowers as they see fit, using their own display materials and incorporating a farm or business sign.
3. Each Exhibitor’s space will be judged on overall attractiveness, creativity of display, and condition & quality of flowers.
4. PRIZES: 1st - $100.00; 2nd - $80.00; 3rd - $60.00
All other entries will receive $50.00 Special Ribbons will also be awarded.
5. Each Exhibitor will be issued a season pass. Exhibitors are encouraged to maintain freshness of their display throughout the week.
Reminder: Entries must be completely removed between 10-10:30 pm on Saturday or 1-3 pm on Sunday.
COMMERCIAL NURSERY SHOW
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days.
1. A Commercial Nursery Exhibitor is defined as any person or persons producing trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials or other outdoor landscape plants for profit. This display must include a minimum of 3 tree(s) or shrub(s) with optional addition of annuals or perennials. Use of Vermont grown plant material is encouraged.
2. Exhibitors will be allotted an empty 4ft. by 3ft. deep area each, to create a pleasing display of flowers, using their own display materials and incorporating a farm or business sign.
3. Each Exhibitor’s space will be judged on overall attractiveness, creativity of display, and condition, & quality of plant material.
4. PRIZES: 1st - $100.00; 2nd - $80.00; 3rd - $60.00
All other entries will receive $50.00 Special Ribbons will also be awarded.
5. Each Exhibitor will be issued a season pass. Exhibitors are encouraged to maintain freshness of their display throughout the week.
Reminder: Entries must be completely removed between 10-10:30 pm on Saturday or 1-3 pm on Sunday.
DEPARTMENT: HG 4 – GARDEN PRODUCTS
Director: Frances Monroe, 247-8482 – Superintendent: Linda Barrett 758-2235
Peg Allen 623-6211
HOME GARDENING DIVISION
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
1. Entries must be grown by the exhibitor.
2. Only one entry allowed in each Class or Sub-class.
3. Damaged or unworthy fruit or vegetables will not be accepted.
4. The judges will consider the following points:
a. Quality - fruit or vegetable must be in good condition, at its best for eating.
b. Quantity - must have the required amount.
c. Uniformity - uniform in size, color & maturity.
d. Condition - free from disease, insect damage, cuts and bruises, and from growth cracks.
AWARDS:
A. A Special Rosette will be awarded to the Premier Home Gardener and outstanding youth gardener.
B. Middlebury AGWAY, Farm & Garden Center Award: $30.00 gift certificate for the Premier Home Gardner.
C. Peg Allen Award: $30.00 gift certificate for Most Outstanding Youth Exhibitor ( 18 years and under ).
CATEGORIES & CLASSES
I. FRUITS
1. Apples - 3 with stems
2. Berries - 1 pint basket
a. Blueberries
b. Raspberries
c. Strawberries
d. Other
3. Melons - 1
a. Muskmelon
b. Watermelon
c. Other
4. Pears - 3 with stems
5. Plums - 3
6. Rhubarb - bunch of 6
7. Open & Unclassified
II. VEGETABLES
1. Beans
a. Green String (6)
b. Yellow String (6)
c. Shell (6)
2. Beets - bunch of 4, washed, tops cut to 2”
3. Broccoli - 1 head
4. Cabbage - 1 head
a. Green
b. Red
c. Other
5. Carrots - bunch of 4, washed, tops cut to 2”
6. Cauliflower - 1 head
7. Corn - 3 ears with husks
8. Cucumber
a. Slicing - 1
b. Pickling - 3
9. Eggplant - 1
10. Garlic
a. 3 Bulbs
b. Braid
11. Leeks - bunch of 3, washed, tops cut to 4”
12. Lettuce - in transparent bag
a. 1 loose bunch
b. 1 head
13. Onions - bunch of 3, washed, tops cut to 2”
a. Red
b. White
c. Yellow
14. Peas - 6 pods
a. Green
b. Edible podded
15. Peppers - 3
a. Hot
b. Sweet
16. Potatoes - 3 washed, skins intact
a. Red
b. White
17. Pumpkins - 1
18. Radishes - bunch of 6, washed, tops cut to 1”
19. Spinach - 5 leaves in transparent bag
20. Squash, Summer - 1
a. Yellow
b. Zucchini
c. Other
21. Squash, Winter - 1
a. Acorn
b. Buttercup
c. Other
22. Swiss Chard - 5 leaves in transparent bag
23. Tomatoes
a. Full Size - 4
b. Cherry or Miniature type - 1 pint basket
c. Paste or Italian type - 6
24. Turnips - bunch of 4, washed, tops cut to 2”
25. Open & Unclassified
III. MISCELLANEOUS
1. Basket Arrangement
2. THE BIGGEST FRUIT OR VEGETABLE
3. Herbs - any 3 varieties, in 3” pots, or freshly cut in transparent bags.
4. Decorated Vegetables
5. Scarecrow - under 4 feet tall.
MUST BE FREE STANDING OR READY TO BE HUNG.
6. Open & Unclassified
COMMERCIAL GARDENING DIVISION
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days.
1. A Commercial Gardener is defined as any person or persons growing produce for profit.
2. Exhibitors will be allotted an empty 4ft. by 3ft. area each, to display their produce as they see fit, using their own display materials and incorporating a farm or business sign.
3. Each Exhibitor’s space will be judged on overall attractiveness, creativity of display, and condition & quality of produce.
4. PRIZES: 1st - $100.00; 2nd - $80.00; 3rd - $60.00
All other entries will receive $50.00.
Special Ribbons will also be awarded.
5. Each Exhibitor will be issued a season pass.
Reminder: Entries must be completely removed between 10-10:30 pm on Saturday or 1-3 pm on Sunday.
DEPARTMENT: HG 5 – FOODS
Director : Frances Monroe, 247-8482 • Superintendent: Cheryl Morrison 247-3610 & Carol Morrison 247-3610
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with, and in addition to, the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
1. ALL FOODS IN ALL CATEGORIES MUST INCLUDE RECIPES ON 5x8 CARDS WHICH WILL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE HOME & GARDEN DEPT.
Recipes should be printed or typed on one side only of each card. Pies must include recipes for both crust and filling. Cakes must include recipe for both cake and frosting.
2. FOODS MUST BE IN DISPOSABLE DISHES OR PANS.
Foods must be entered in a clear plastic bag.
3. Items entered in category II must have been made since Field Days of the previous year, must be in clear jars, and labeled on the bottom. Paraffin is not acceptable on jams or jellies.
4. The Superintendent reserves the right to dispose of any entries that deteriorate before the close of Field Days.
AWARDS:
A. A Grand Prize of $30.00 will be awarded to THE MOST OUTSTANDING YEAST ENTRY. A Grand Prize of $30.00 will be awarded to THE MOST OUTSTANDING PASTRY ENTRY (any baked goods from classes 2 through 10 not made with yeast will qualify).
B. Maple Meadows Farm Award: $25.00 will be awarded to the best cake (with preference being given to a sponge, angel or chiffon cake).
C. Loewer & Associates: $25.00 for Best Decorated Cake; $25.00 for Most Outstanding Exhibitor in Canning.
D. Laurie Lynn “Tigger” Romine Youth Award~$25.00 for Most Outstanding Youth exhibitor (16 and under)
CATEGORIES & CLASSES
I. BAKED GOODS
1. Yeast Breads - 1 loaf
a. White
b. Dark
c. Fruited white
d. Fruited dark
e. Speciality/unusual
2. Quick Breads - 1 loaf
a. Light
b. Dark
c. Fruited light
d. Fruited dark
e. Speciality/unusual
3. Yeast Rolls - 4
a. White
b. Dark
c. Sweet
4. Muffins or Biscuits - 4
a. Light
b. Dark
5. Donuts - 4
a. Plain
b. Raised
6. Cake – 1
a. Layer(frosted)
b. Loaf
c. Sponge, Angel or Chiffon
d. Decorated (less than 10 inch circle or square
7. Cupcakes-4
a. Light (frosted)
b. Dark (frosted)
8. Coffee Cake - 1
a. Raised
b. Quick Bread
9. Cookies – 4
a. Rolled
b. Bar
c. Dropped
d. Molded
e. Brownies
10. Dessert Pie – 1
II. CANNED FOODS - entries will be judged on appearance, packaging and cleanliness of containers. Must have recipe and method of processing. Paraffin is not acceptable.
1. Canned Fruit - 2 jars of each
a. Blueberries
b. Peaches
c. Pears
d. Cherries
e. Applesauce
f. Any other fruit
2. Canned Vegetables - 2 jars of each
a. Beets
b. Corn
c. Stringbeans
d. Tomatoes
e. Any other vegetables
3. Jams - 2 jars of each
a. Raspberry
b. Blackberry
c. Strawberry
d. Any other jam
4. Jellies – 2 jars of each
a. Apple
b. Grape
c. Mint
d. Any other jelly
5. Pickles – 2 jars of each
a. Dill
b. Bread & Butter
c. Sour
d. Spiced
e. Sweet
6. Salsa
DEPARTMENT: HG 6 – APPLE BAKED GOODS
Sponsored by HAPPY VALLEY ORCHARD
Director : Frances Monroe, 247-8482 • Superintendent: Cheryl Morrison 247-3610 & Carol Morrison 247-3610
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with, and in addition to, the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
1. Entries must include RECIPES ON 5x8 CARDS WHICH WILL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE HOME & GARDEN DEPT. Recipes should be printed or typed on one side only of each card. Recipes for pies should include both crust and filling.
2. All entries must be made from scratch.
3. Entries MUST BE IN DISPOSABLE PANS or DISHES and must be entered in a clear plastic bag.
4. $30.00 prize with a Best of Show Rosette to each class.
HAPPY VALLEY ORCHARD ~ $30.00 prize with a Best of Show Rosette to each class.
CLASSES
A. Apple pie
B. Any other Baked Item made with Apples.
DEPARTMENT: HG 7 – DAIRY FOODS CONTEST
Sponsored by MONUMENT FARMS DAIRY
Director: Frances Monroe, 247-8482 • Superintendent: Cheryl Morrison 247-3610 & Carol Morrison 247-3610
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with, and in addition to, the General Rules for the Foods Department, Home & Garden Department, and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days. Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
1. TWO OR MORE OF THE MAIN INGREDIENTS MUST BE A REAL DAIRY PRODUCT.
2. MUST INCLUDE RECIPES ON 5X8 CARDS WHICH WILL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE HOME & GARDEN DEPT.
3. FOODS MUST BE IN DISPOSABLE DISHES OR PANS and must be entered in a clear plastic bag.
4. MONUMENT FARMS DAIRY~A Rosette and $25.00 cash award will be given to the entry judged best of the combined classes.
a. Main Dishes
b. Baked Goods
c. Low Fat - Main Dish
d. Low Fat - Baked Goods
DEPARTMENT : HG 8 – HONEY
Director : Frances Monroe, 247-8482 – Superintendent : Stephen Parise, 948-2615
AWARDS ANNOUNCEMENT
Ball® Fresh Preserving AWARD FOR ADULT LEVEL
presented by: BALL® & KERR® Fresh Preserving
Jarden Home Products makers of Ball® and Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products is proud to recognize today’s fresh preserving (canning) enthusiasts, so First and Second Place Awards will be given to those individuals judged as the best in designated recipe categories.
A panel of judges will select the two best entries submitted by an adult for Fruit, Vegetable, Pickle and Soft Spread categories. Entries must be preserved in Ball® or Ball® Collection Elite Jars sealed with Ball® Lids and Bands or Ball® Collection Elite Lids and Bands or preserved in Kerr® Jars sealed with Kerr® Lids or Bands or Ball® Collection Elite Lids and Bands. In addition, soft spread entries will be limited to recipes prepared using one of the Ball® Pectin: Original, No Sugar Needed or Liquid. A proof of purchase of Ball® pectin must be provided at time of entry (Soft Spread).
Entries designated First Place from each category will receive the following:
• Two (2) five Dollar Coupon ($5.00) for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products, and one
(1) Three Dollar Coupon ($3.00) for Ball®
Ball® Fresh Preserving AWARD FOR YOUTH LEVEL
presented by: BALL® & KERR® Fresh Preserving
In recognition of youths who excel at the art of fresh preserving, Jarden Home Brands makers of Ball® and Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products will present First Place Awards in designated recipe categories.
A panel of judges will select the two best entries submitted by a youth for Fruit, Vegetable, Pickle and Soft Spread categories. Entries must be preserved in Ball® or Ball® Collection Elite Jars sealed with Ball® Lids and Bands or Ball® Collection Elite Lids and Bands or preserved in Kerr® Jars sealed with Kerr® Lids or Bands or Ball® Collection Elite Lids and Bands. In addition, soft spread entries will be limited to recipes prepared using one of the Ball® Pectin: Original, No Sugar Needed or Liquid. A proof of purchase of Ball® Pectin must be provided at time of entry (Soft Spread).
The best entry from each catergory will receive the following:
• One (1) five Dollar Coupon ($5.00) for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products.
• One (1) three Dollar Coupon ($3.00) for Ball® Pectin Products.
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days.
Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
1. All exhibits must have been produced by the exhibitor during the preceding year.
2. All exhibits must be in commercial containers. All extracted honey must be in Queenline jars.
3. The exhibitor’s name or label must NOT be attached to the entry.
Honey will be judged on:
1. Appearance;
2. Degree of density;
3. Freedom from crystals, pollen, foam, lint and impurities;
4. Flavor
5. Container appearance.
Class 1. Extracted light honey in one pound glass jar.
Class 2. Extracted amber honey in one pound glass jar.
Class 3. Extracted dark honey in one pound glass jar.
Class 4. Creamed honey.
Class 5. Chunk honey.
Class 6. Comb honey in round or square sections or cut comb in clear plastic trays.
Class 7. Honey Baked Goods - RECIPE ON 5X8 CARD WHICH WILL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE HOME & GARDEN DEPT.
A. A Best of Show Rosette and $25.00 cash is offered for the best entry of Honey Baked Goods. This is sponsored by the VERMONT HONEY PROMOTION BOARD.
B. Recipe must be included and the recipe must include a minimum of 1/3 cup of VTHoney.
C. Baked Goods must be in disposable dishes or pans and entered in a clear plastic bag.
RULES: Please read carefully. These Rules apply along with and in addition to the General Rules for the Home & Garden Department and the General Rules of Addison County Fair & Field Days.
Entries will be accepted at the HOME & GARDEN CENTER BUILDING on MON (Aug 3) between 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
1. All exhibits must have been produced by the exhibitor during the preceding year.
2. All exhibits must be in commercial containers. All extracted honey must be in Queenline jars.
3. The exhibitor’s name or label must NOT be attached to the entry.
Honey will be judged on:
1. Appearance;
2. Degree of density;
3. Freedom from crystals, pollen, foam, lint and impurities;
4. Flavor
5. Container appearance.
Class 1. Extracted light honey in one pound glass jar.
Class 2. Extracted amber honey in one pound glass jar.
Class 3. Extracted dark honey in one pound glass jar.
Class 4. Creamed honey.
Class 5. Chunk honey.
Class 6. Comb honey in round or square sections or cut comb in clear plastic trays.
Class 7. Honey Baked Goods - RECIPE ON 5X8 CARD WHICH WILL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE HOME & GARDEN DEPT.
A. A Best of Show Rosette and $25.00 cash is offered for the best entry of Honey Baked Goods. This is sponsored by the VERMONT HONEY PROMOTION BOARD.
B. Recipe must be included and the recipe must include a minimum of 1/3 cup of VTHoney.
C. Baked Goods must be in disposable dishes or pans and entered in a clear plastic bag.
36th ANNUAL LEONA THOMPSON BOWL AWARD
Now sponsored by Loewer & Associates
Carrying on a tradition started in 1974 by the Addison County Extension Homemakers Council, The Leona Thompson Bowl Award will be presented to the best all-around participant in the 2007 Field Days Foods and Handicrafts Departments.
The pewter bowl trophy, displayed at Middlebury Sew-N-Vac in Middlebury, bears the names of proud winners of this coveted trophy honoring Leona Thompson, former Addison County Extension Service Agent. Previous winners are:
1974 Diane Cobb
1975 Marilyn Smith
1976 Sandy Foote
1977 Yvonne Gingras
1978 Barbara Wagner
1979 Betty Cyr
1980 Karen Husk
1981 Peggy Lyons
1982 Gussie Levarn
1983 Barb Brown
1984 Marion Sullivan
1985 Julie Jordan
1986 Phyllis Bowdish
1987 Karen LeRoy
1988 Maria Provencher
1989 Donna Evans
1990 Margaret Reed
1991 Marguerite Senecal
1992 Gussie Levarn
1993 Judith Sinnock
1994 Jodi Provoncha
1995 Muffy Kashkin
1996 Jodi Provoncha
1997 Myrna Trombley
1998 Judith Sinnock
1999 Jodi Provoncha
2000 Julia Ranney
2001 Julie Hogan
2002 Phyllis Bowdish
2003 LaNell DeCosta
2004 Carla Berno
2005 LaNell DeCosta
2006 Kathy Sargent
2007 LaNell DeCosta
2008 Kathy Sargent
Criteria and Rules for winning the Thompson Bowl:
1. Contestant MUST BE AN ADDISON COUNTY RESIDENT.
2. Contestant may enter any number of items in Foods & Handicrafts Departments.
3. Points are awarded as follows:
Grand Rosette - 10 points Blue Ribbon - 5 points
Red Ribbon - 3 points White Ribbon - 1 point
4. The total of the two top scores in each Department will determine final score
5. In the event of a tie, recipient of the bowl will be decided by the Director & Superintendents of Foods & Handicrafts Departments.
6. Note: This award may not be won in two consecutive years and may not be won by any Field Days director or superintendent involved in Foods & Handicrafts Departments.
FIELD CROPS
SUPERINTENDENT: Jeff Carter, UVM Extension, 388-4969
ENTRY DEADLINE: August 3, 2009 Monday 12:00 NOON
RULES:
1. Limit one (1) entry in each class. All entries must be produced on the exhibitor’s farm.
2. Bring exhibits to the north end of the 4-H Exhibit Building on Monday morning between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. This is the only time to enter. Judging begins at 1:00 p.m.
3. Entries must be tagged using Field Days tags for grower name, farm name, address, class and variety.
4. Entries will be judged as follows: Excellent - Blue, Good - Red, Fair - White. Rosettes will be awarded for Best of each Class and Best of Show.
5. Premiums paid: Blue ribbon - $10, Red - $8, and White - $5. Best of each Class - $20, Overall Best of Show - $50.
CLASSES - FIELD & FORAGE CROPS
1. CORN PLANTS 3 whole plants with roots intact
2. SOYBEAN- 5 whole plants
3. WHEAT, BARLEY, OATS- 5 whole plants
4. CORN SILAGE- 1 Quart Jar
5. HAYLAGE CHOPPED- 1 Quart Jar
6. CORN GRAIN- 1 Quart Jar (dry or high moisture)
7. SOYBEAN GRAIN- 1 Quart Jar
8. WHEAT, BARLEY, OAT CERAL GRAIN- 1 Quart Jar
9. DRY HAY-GRASS- 1 Slice of the Bale- 12”thick
10. DRY HAY-MIXED- 1 Slice of the Bale- 12”thick
11. DRY HAY- LEGUME- 1 Slice of the Bale- 12”thick
JUDGING CRITERIA - FIELD CROPS
Whole Plants
1. Likelihood that plants exhibited will mature by end of season.
2. Yield and forage quality potential. Leafiness, Ear, Stem, tassel, height.
3. Freedom from defects - disease, injury, contaminants.
4. Conformation of size and uniformity of plants exhibited.
Silage and Haylage
1. Crop harvested at proper maturity, proper dry matter.
2. Freedom from mold, off-odor, foreign material.
3. Proper Length of cut, uniformity of chopping.
4. High Forage quality, good color, clean smell.
Dry Hay
1. Crop harvested at proper maturity, leafy, soft-textured.
2. Freedom from mold or mustiness, off-odor, dust.
3. Free of weeds and foreign matter.
4. High Forage quality, good color, clean smell.
HAND MOWING CONTEST
Thursday, August 6, 2009 — 10:00 am
SUPERINTENDENT: Lucien D. Paquette, 388-2898, 397 Weybridge St., Middlebury VT 05753 – JUDGES: Casey Brands & Andy Dykstra
The handmowing contest is now located in the
Antique Equipment Exhibit Area
RULES
1. Entries accepted from anyone.
2. IMPORTANT - Please send entries to Lucien Paquette (at the above address) by July 30, 2009. This enable us to set up judging lists in advance and saves time. Include your name, address, phone number, classes being entered. If need be, entries will be accepted at the Site.
3. ENTRY FEES — there are none. Contestants will pay regular admission to the grounds. Be sure to get a receipt and it will be refunded at the site.
4. PRIZES — Trophies for the first three placings in each class and ribbons to all contestants.
5. Contestants will furnish their own equipment and will be responsible for it, as well as for all safety precautions.
6. Judging will be based on time, width of cut, evenness of stubble, and end of swatch for a 25’ distance (15’ for ladies, youth and 80 and over) and finish the course.
7. Decision of the judges is final.
CLASSES
1. MEN — Ages 17-59
2. SEASONED STOCK - Open to anyone age 60 - 79.
3. OLD BUCKS & DOES - Open to all.
4. YOUTH - Open to anyone 16 years of age and younger.
5. LADIES
6. Roger Shattuck Memorial - Ages 80 and older
ANTIQUE EQUIPMENT EXHIBIT
DIRECTOR: Bill Roleau, 453-3713
This fascinating look at our agricultural (and household) equipment of yesteryear becomes larger and more varied each year. We have expanded the outside exhibit space for our ongoing demonstrations of threshing, milling, shelling and drag saw operations. This year we are also doing field demonstrations with antique equipment & horses! There is also a large selection of antique tractors and related farm equipment.
Demonstrations will begin at the following times:
11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Outside demonstrations are weather permitting.
FOREST FESTIVAL
SUPERINTENDENT: Chris Olson, Addison County Forester, 388-4969 x13
Daily (morning and afternoon) demonstrations of sawmilling, woodworking, lumber handling, forest management, woodlot management, plus ongoing exhibits. Meet forest
landowners, foresters, logging contractors and sawmill owners who manage Vermont’s forest resources. Visit this attraction on Cedar Island, behind the Emergency Services building.
FREE YOUTH ACTIVITIES
DIRECTOR: John Zecher, 388-1917
SUPERINTENDENT: Kim Rheaume, 453-6378
Various free youth activities will be held by the Children’s Barnyard every day (except Tuesday) from 1:00 p.m. 4:00p.m. Some examples of games are face painting, bean bag making, balloon animals and much more. No entry fee or pre-sign up is necessary. Some activities open daily.
MINIATURE HORSE TEAM HITCHING DEMONSTRATIONS
DIRECTOR: John Zecher, 388-1917
Demonstrators: Jim and Barb Amblo, 425-2904
Located at the Children’s Barnyard at the following times: Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 5:30 p.m.
PEDAL TRACTOR PULL
DIRECTOR: Neil Allen 453-4567
THURSDAY, August 6, 2009 11:00 a.m. – Youth ages 4-10. Sign up between 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. – Location: Tractor Pad
The youngster’s version of the real thing. Come on down and watch the fun and cheer for your favorite puller! Pulling tractor is provided by Field Days.
PET SHOW
DIRECTOR: John Zecher, 388-1917
SUPERINTENDENT: Addison County Humane Society, 388-1100
Tuesday, August 4, 2009 5:30 p.m. –LOCATION: Animal Show Arena
Addison County Fair & Field Days and the Addison County Humane Society will be sponsoring a pet show for children up to 16 years old and their pets. Awards will be given in a variety of fun categories, including biggest pet, most unusual pet, most obedient pet, smallest pet, etc. Shelter manager of the Humane Society will act as judge. All participants will receive a ribbon.
All children participating will be allowed on the grounds free that day. Animals must be on a leash or confined in a pet carrier.
RE/MAX TETHERED HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES
Two Evenings (Weather Permitting): Friday, August 7, 2009 & Saturday, 8, 2009
Sponsored by: RE/MAX Champlain Valley Properties
LOCATION: North of the Lucien Paquette exhibit building in parking lot.
Our hot air balloon stands nearly 70’ tall and 60’ wide, so come and take a tethered ride in this “gentle giant”! You will be getting a “bird’s eye view” of this very special part of Addison County.
BRING YOUR CAMERA FOR SPECTACULAR PICTURES OF THE FAIR GROUNDS!
A nominal fee will be charged, with all proceeds to benefit Addison County Fair & Field Days.
Look for the Red, White and Blue Balloon!
TUG-O-WAR CONTEST
DIRECTOR: Bill Sinks, 545-6000
Saturday, August 8, 2009 –Location: Children’s Barnyard Area
Youth Contest only.
Free. Show up at 6:30 p.m. to be put on a team or put together your own 7-member team. Medals awarded through 3rd place.
ARMWRESTLING
DIRECTOR: Karen Brisson, 545-2450
Friday, August 7, 2009 – LOCATION: Show Tent
YOUTH TOURNAMENT
Sign up begins at 4:00 p.m. – Tournament Begins: 5:00 p.m.
ADULT TOURNAMENT
Weigh Ins begin at 5:00 p.m. – Tournament Begins: 7:00 p.m.
Armwrestling has been a great success and a lot of fun at Field Days for over 25 years now. The tournaments will be held in the big show tent, which is located at the entrance to the grounds. This will provide much needed space and accommodate the spectators with bleachers and a stage. Entry for youth is free. Medals to third place will be given and all will receive participant ribbons. Adult entry fee is $6. Nice championship jackets will be given to first place winners and trophies to 2nd and 3rd place winners. We continue to add additional classes to accomodate the increased participation. Come join the fun!
YOUTH TOURNAMENT CLASSES:
Age 5 and under BOYS and GIRLS combined
6 & 7 years old BOYS and GIRLS combined
8 year old boys
9 year old boys
10 year old boys
11 year old boys
8 & 9 year old girls
10 - 11 years old GIRLS
12 year old BOYS
12 & 13 years old GIRLS
13 year old BOYS
14 year old GIRLS
14 year old BOYS
15 year old GIRLS
15 year old BOYS
16 year old GIRLS
16 year old BOYS
ADULT TOURNAMENT CLASSES:
Men’s Right Hand:
0 - 138 139 - 154 155 – 171
172 - 189 190 - 209 210-231 232 and over
Men’s Left Hand:
0 - 154 155 - 187 188 -209 210+
Women’s Right Hand and Left Hand
0 - 147 148 and over
KARAOKE TALENT NIGHT
With DJ Tony Lamoureux – Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at 7:00 pm –Sign-ups at 6:30 p.m. –Location: Show Tent
Come, sing your heart out at the Karoake Talent Night. Sponsored by Tony’s Mobile Sound Show. A true talent night, no screens with words, just the music, you and a microphone. Chance to win great prizes from our celebrity judges. Adult and kids divisions. For more information, call Tony at 989-8889. Come sing, have fun and be a STAR.
LADIES CAST IRON SKILLET THROW
Director: John Zecher, 388-1917
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 @ 1:00 - Tractor Pad
Sign up by 11:00 am in Children’s Barnyard
Classes: 12-17years old; 18 years and older. Test your strength. See how far you can throw. Cast Iron skillets will be provided by Field Days for the throw!
Men’s Caber Toss
Director: John Zecher
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 @ 12:00–Tractor Pad
Sign up by 11:00 pm in the Children’s Barnyard
The caber is a log that men attempt to flip end over end. Test your strength and see how far you can throw! Cabers will be provided by Field Days. Must be 18 years or older to enter the competition
SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
In 2000, we instituted a sponsorship program with different dollar levels and rewards at each level for becoming a sponsor. The following businesses are this year’s sponsors; a HUGE thank you goes out to them for their continued support of the fair. (This listing is as of May 1, 2009 .)
GOLD Sponsors-
$2,500 & Up
#1 Auto Parts
Addison County Tobacco Coalition
The Addison Independent
Pepsi Cola Bottling Co.
Champlain Valley Equipment
Hall Communications(KOOL 105, WJOY AM 1230 & 98.9 WOKO)
Radio Vermont Group(WDEV FM 96.1, AM 550 & WVAA AM 1390)
Waitsfield & Champlain Valley Telecom
SILVER Sponsors-$1,000-2,499
Casella Waste Mgmt.
Co-operative Insurance Companies
Farm Fresh Radio - WMUD 89.3
Middlebury Lions Club
VT Natural Ag Products
BRONZE Sponsors-
$500-999
Al’s French Frys
Friends of Field Days-$250-499
Yankee Farm Credit
Bourdon Insurance Agency
RE-MAX/Champlain Valley Properties
Isham Brook Farm - Roleau Family
AJ’s Catering