DEPARTMENTS B and C
General Exhibit Rules

Enter exhibits at your assigned club time on Tuesday. Judging will be from 9:00 am to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm All exhibits must remain until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Entry fee is $3.00 per member for the first 10 exhibits (Department B and C combined.) Additional exhibits are 25 cents each.
Premium money in Departments B & C (Youth Building Static Exhibits) will be paid on Conference Judging Day when the 4-H'er turns in their judging sheet on Tuesday.
Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of the 4-H'er's participation in the selected project or program during the current year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group. The 4-H'er's goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, workmanship and techniques, and general appearance and design.
Judges will conduct an evaluation conference with each 4-H'er for each exhibit. To prepare for this conference, members must prepare a written goal card answering the following questions:
What was your exhibit goal(s)?
How did you go about working toward your goal(s)?
What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)?
What ideas or plans do you have in this project area next year?
It is important that members check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for clothing, food and nutrition, home improvement, photography, visual art and 4-H Historical/Family Heritage classes.
Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright, safety and approved methods will be disqualified and not put on public display.
Exhibit displays should be in proportion to the main item or idea being displayed. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned, the following maximum size guidelines apply:
Posters and banners are not to exceed standard poster board size of 22" x 28" or foam core board size of 22" x 30". Exception: see rule #5 in Communications for Poster art (14" x 20" poster board or 15" x 22" foam core.) "Maximum size of chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions."
Chart or graph boards and model displays, etc., are not to exceed 4' x 4' in size.
Display boxes are not to exceed 28" x 22" in height or width and 12" in depth. Exception: See rule #9 for Food and Nutrition exhibits.
Duplication of copyright material or design should not be used in a 4-H exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. A copyright design cannot be displayed in a public setting (fair) without permission being granted from the owner of the copyright. When permission has been granted by the owner of the copyright, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled appropriately. Those without permission cannot be displayed.
All exhibits, activities, and programs must represent appropriate safety procedures in the development of the exhibit and during the evaluation process. This includes static exhibits and activities revolving around the communications program.
Endangered and threatened plants and animals (including insects) should NOT be used in an exhibit. Wildflowers taken from parks should NOT be used. It is illegal to possess songbird feathers or nests. Game animals "legally taken," such as pheasant, goose, duck, or quail are acceptable. Purple loosestife (Lythrum salicaria) is a plant that should not be planted in gardens. It has the potential of becoming noxious in Iowa. Other dried established noxious weeds are acceptable to use in exhibits.
Firearms, ammunition, and knives, (including models and replicas designed to closely resemble these items) are not allowed in 4-H exhibits or communication events Archery arrows without tips (blunt ends) and archery bows may be allowed. 4-H members should consider personal and public safety, as well as the safety of exhibit items when preparing 4-H exhibits for county and state fairs.
Each item in an exhibit must be securely labeled, including the name of the 4-H'er, club, and class number. Labels should be placed on the back of posters, notebooks, and/or cards, on the bottom of jars, and in an inconspicuous place on other items. A completed entry tag should be securely fastened to the main item in each exhibit on or near the upper right corner or in an easily seen location.
To qualify for state fair exhibit selection, exhibitor's must have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent.) Exception, the 4-H Historical/Family Heritage class, that includes youth and adult(s).
Exhibit classes are broad categories. To plan exhibits, 4-H'ers can use project guides, manuals, and program materials to plan goals and learning experiences.
a. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa State Fair General Exhibit Rules for the exhibit be eligible for Iowa State Fair participation.
b. Entries can be any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related the the (specific) class. 4-H participants in 4-H special interest and school enrichment programs and/or 4-H clubs in grades 5 - 12, or equivalent, are eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair.
The Hardin County Fairboard and the Iowa State University Extension - Hardin County 4-H Organization will use diligence to ensure the safety of articles entered, but will not be responsible for damage, theft, etc.
Exhibits that do not comply with size guidelines, copyright, and safety procedures will not e accepted for entry, evaluation, or display at the Iowa State Fair.

DEPARTMENT B
Sciences, Arts and Personal Development
Superintendent: 4-H-H Youth Committee
Judging Time: 9 am - 12 pm and 1pm to 2:30 pm, Tuesday

DIVISION 1 - AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Class 701A, Crop Production - Any exhibit, that is an outgrowth of participation in a corn, soybean, small grain or forage project or program. If the exhibit involves a crop specimen, include the variety and planting date. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, variety selection, plant growth, planting, plant nutrition, weed, insect or disease control, environmental protection, harvesting, storage, marketing, or career opportunities.
Class 101A, Animal Science - Any exhibit (excluding an animal itself) that is an outgrowth or a small or large animal project or program including beef, dairy, goat, dog, horse, pets, poultry, rabbit, sheep and swine. Ownership of an animal is not required for entry in this class. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, selection, feeding, financial management, waste management, use of records, health care, housing or career opportunities.
Class 211A, Conservation - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a conservation project or program such as soil conservation, creating habitats, wetland restoration, energy conservation, planting windbreaks, etc.
Class 221, Entomology - A general or special collection, from an entomology or bee project (excluding live specimen), or any exhibit that is an outgrowth of an entomology or bee project or program such as life cycle, bee management, products (honey, wax), equipment, diseases, pests, habits of insects, insect genetics, IPM scouting, etc.
Class 706A, Forestry - General or special collection, i.e., leaves, seeds, etc.
Class 706B, Forestry - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a forestry project or program such as insect or disease control, growth stages, type of tree for intended use, etc
Class 741A, Plant Science - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a plant science project or program such as collections plant growth, plant parts, soil structure, soil maps, germination, cross breeding, root systems, etc.
Class 231A, Veterinary Science - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a veterinary science project or program such as maintaining health, cause and prevention of disease, internal parasites, public health, careers, etc.
Class 911A, Fish and Wildlife - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in the wildlife project or program such as fish and wildlife identification, observation, habitats, fish and wildlife harvest, other activities, etc.
Class 865A, Outdoor Adventures and Camping - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in an outdoor adventure or camping project or program such as camper safety, fire building, rainy day activities, outdoor cooking, day camp plan, selecting camping equipment, equipping a backpack, resource file of camping activities, orienteering, outdoor ethics, etc.
Class 881A, Safety and Education Shooting Sports - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a SESS project or program such as archery, rifle, shotgun, muzzle loader, etc. Topics may include selection of equipment, record keeping in scoring, safety practices, care and storage of equipment, ethics, etc.
Class 301A, Other Agriculture and Natural Resources Ideas - Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H agriculture and natural resources project or educational experience that does not fit any previous class listed.
Class 711A, Horticulture - An exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in flower gardening and ornamentals, home garden, small fruit crop, vegetable crop project or program. Exhibits might include such ideas or concepts as cultivar selection, plant nutrition, insect, weed or disease control, harvesting, preservation, marketing, careers, etc. To exhibit vegetables, refer to the "Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit" (4H-462) for general guidelines. To exhibit flowers, refer to "Preparing Cut Flowers and Houseplants For Exhibit" (4H-464).
Class 711B, Home Grounds Improvement - An exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a home grounds improvement project or program. Exhibits might include ideas or concepts such as landscape plans, techniques, selection of landscape plants, garden design, garden features, careers, etc.
Class: Garden Vegetables
264   Beans, snap, 6 specimens
265   Beans, yellow wax, 6 specimens
266   Beets, 3 specimens
267   Cabbage, round, 1 specimen
268   Cabbage, red, 1 specimen
269   Cantaloupe, any variety, 1 specimen
270   Carrots, 3 specimens
271   Cucumbers, for slicing, 3 specimens
272   Cucumbers, dill, 3-5 inches, 3 specimens
273   Cucumber, for pickling, 6 specimens
274   Eggplant, standard or traditional, 1 specimen
275   Eggplant, cylindrical, 1 specimen
276   Honeydew Melon, smooth skin, 1 specimen
277   Onions, red, 3 specimens
278   Onions, white, 3 specimens
279   Onions, yellow, 3 specimens
280   Peppers, bell, sweet, green, 3 specimens
281   Peppers, sweet, any other variety, 3 specimens
282   Peppers, hot jalapeno, 3 specimens
283   Peppers, hot, any other variety, 3 specimens
284   Potatoes, red, 3 specimens
285   Potatoes, white, 3 specimens
286   Pumpkin, sugar pie, 1 specimen
287   Pumpkin, Jack-O-Lantern type, not over 16" tall, 1 specimen
288   Squash, summer, scallop or patty pan, 3 specimens
289   Squash, summer, zucchini, green, 3 specimens
290   Squash, summer, zucchini, yellow, 3 specimens
291   Squash, summer, any other variety, 3 specimens
292   Squash, winter, acorn, 1 specimen
293   Squash, winter, butternut type, 1 specimen
294   Squash, winter, any other variety, 1 specimen
295   Sweet Corn, 3 ears exhibited with husks open on 1 side
296   Tomato, red slicing, 3 specimens
297   Tomato, cherry type, 6 specimen's
298   Tomato, processing type, 3 specimens
299   Watermelon, any variety (large or small), 1 specimen
300   Any other kind of vegetable, not included in any previously named class, 3 specimens

Class: Herbs
301   Parsley, 3 sprigs in bottle of water
302   Any other individual herb, 3 sprigs in bottle of water
303   Collection of 4 herb species to be displayed in separate bottles of water. Specimens
        should include 3 sprigs with stems of adequate length for each species. Collection
        MUST include species information on card provided.

Class: Ornamentals
304   Pumpkin, decorated, woody stem, any full pumpkin decorated with other vegetables,
        paint or other material. No carving. 1 specimen
305   Pumpkin, miniature, 3 specimens
306   Gourds, small ornamentals, 3 specimens

Class 307, Vegetable Container Display - The vegetable display must include five or more different vegetable crops grown in the exhibitor's home garden. For this class, herbs will count as vegetable crops. More than one variety of any particular vegetable can be displayed, however, not more than four items of the same vegetable can be displayed. For example, four tomatoes would constitute one vegetable, e.g., one large red slicing, one cherry tomato, one yellow tomato, and one processing tomato. The amount of produce exhibited should fit into the container. The container display will be reduced one placing if it contains more than four vegetables of any one kind, e.g., more than four beans. The vegetables should be prepared for exhibit as instructed in 4H-462, "Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit." Any decorative basket, box, or other decorative container, not larger than one-half bushel in size, can be used. The exhibit will be judged 75% for the cultural perfection of the vegetables and 25% for decorative arrangement. A variety card MUST accompany the exhibit with each crop clearly labeled as to the variety.
Class 308, First Year Exhibitors Class - Plate of mixed vegetables. Plate is to consist of one tomato, one onion, one pepper, and two other vegetables of the exhibitor's choice. A variety card MUST accompany the exhibit with each crop clearly labeled as to the variety.

JUMBO VEGETABLES
The vegetables in the following classes will be placed and awarded premiums on the basis of weight. Entries must be of exhibition quality in the opinion of the official judge.
Class
310          Cabbage (maximum of 3 wrapper leaves), 1 specimen
311          Potato, 1 specimen
312          Pumpkin (woody stem), 1 specimen
313          Squash, zucchini, 1 specimen
314          Squash, any other variety with fleshy stem, 1 specimen
315          Tomato, 1 specimen
316          Watermelon, 1 specimen

Miscellaneous Fruit Exhibits
Exhibitor may enter up to 5 different kinds of fruits. No exhibitor shall make more than one entry in any kind of fruit.
318          Small fruits (1/2 pint of fruit) i.e. Strawberry, Raspberry, Blueberry, Gooseberry, other
               edible small fruit.
319          Fruits - Entries 3 Fruits (the same kind) on a plate. Apples, pears, etc.

Miscellaneous Flower Exhibits (May not enter any weeds)
Class 324 Exhibitor may enter up to 5 different kinds of flowers. No exhibitor shall make more than one entry in any kind of flower. Examples: Gladiolus 1 spike; Bachelor Button, 3 stems, Cosmos, 3 stems, Daisy, 3 blooms. (Click here for assortment of flowers and bloom requirement.)
Class 325, Flowers/Plant/Fruit - Any flower or plant (cut or potted) or any fruit specimen (pear, plum, apple, etc.). Only one specimen of each variety.
Class 509, Fairgrounds Improvement - "Bucket of Flowers" -A bucket container of flowers that has been grown by the exhibitor and named as to varieties planted. These planters will be used during the fair to help beautify the grounds. This class is not eligible for State Fair. No entry fee. All members are urged to participate.
Class 510, Flower Arrangement
The Iowa State Fair 4-H Horticulture Show is a unique opportunity for 4-H'ers to exhibit the product of their gardening labor. Exhibitors need not exhibit horticulture exhibits at the county fair to participate in the Iowa State Fair 4-H show. If a 4-H member would like to exhibit herbs and vegetables at the Iowa State Fair, they must make their entry to the Hardin County Extension Office by July 1. More detailed entry information can be found in the Iowa State Fair 4-H Premium Book.

DIVISION 2 - SCIENCE, MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING
Class 400A, Aerospace/Rocket Construction - This class is designed to allow the member to construct a rocket and gain experience in construction techniques only. (Recovery system must be packed. No wadding or engine required.) Rockets in this class will not be judged on safety or launch qualifies. Entries may be made by first, second or advanced members.
Class 401A, Aerospace/Overall Rocket Competition for first, second and third year members who have attended Aerospace Project meetings - This class is limited to single stage and single engine models and restricted to B-6-4 engines during competition. The class will be judged on several criteria; overall appearance, outer appearance, inner construction, balance and stability, safety check list and procedures, accuracy, test scores and launch attendance.
Aerospace/Overall Rocket Competition for fourth year and above who have attended Aerospace Project meetings - This class allows any safe rocket; multi-stage or single-stage, multi-engine or single engine.
Class 401B, Aerospace - Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an aerospace idea such as forces involved in flying, model rocket photography, safety in flying model rockets or airplanes, test for rocket stability, etc.; may include scale models or kits to illustrate a concept.
Class 421A, Automotive - Repaired or restored vehicle. [NOTE: Cars selected for the Iowa State Fair will be on display one day only, Thursday, August 7. Exhibitors will participate in conference judging of their exhibit on August 7.]
Class 421B, Automotive - Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an automotive idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, comparison shopping, principles of systems operations such as electrical, braking, air bags, etc.
Class 611A, Electric/Electronics - Constructed or repaired article or educational display or other type of exhibit showing an electric or electronic idea such as safety, construction techniques, lighting effects, electrical energy sources, etc.
Class 451A, Small Engine- Repaired or restored operating engine or educational display or other type of exhibit showing a small engine idea such as maintenance, function of parts, comparisons, etc.
Class 441A, Tractor - Repaired or restored tractor. (NOTE: If selected for State Fair, a Conference Judging opportunity for exhibitors in class 441A will be offered during exhibit check-in August 5. Tractors will be displayed outside and/or in a tent throughout the Iowa State Fair, August 7-17.
Class 441B, Tractor - Educational display or other type of exhibit related to tractor showing an idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, engine components, operation costs, principles of engine operation, safety hazards, etc.
Class 411A, Welding - Constructed article or educational display related to welding showing an idea such as safety, types of welds, comparisons of welds, etc. (NOTE: Large items may be displayed outside.)
Class 461A, Woodworking - New constructed and finished article. (NOTE: Large outdoor items may be displayed outside.)
Class 461B, Woodworking - Educational display or other type of exhibit showing a woodworking idea such as type of woods, wood finishes, safety precautions, tools and proper use, wood fasteners, woodworking skills and techniques, etc.
Class 893A, Science and Technology - Educational display or other type of exhibit showing how science and math help us understand the world. May include constructed article, posters, portfolios, notebooks, etc., to show and explain what was learned.
Class 601A, Other Science, Mechanics and Engineering Ideas - Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H science, mechanics and engineering project or educational experience that does not fit any previous classes listed. Note: Large items may be displayed outside.
Class 901A, Computer- Educational display or other type of exhibit showing:an original computer program written by the exhibitor in a common computer language, including documentation; or an applied use of existing software (database, spreadsheet, graphic design, etc.) including printouts of the application showing work product; or another idea that is an outgrowth of participation in a 4-H computer project or program.
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DIVISION 3 - EXPRESSIVE ARTS
This division includes Photography and Visual Art
Photography Exhibit Classes
Special Rules
    1. 4-H members may bring a maximum of 10 photos for conference judging. Photographs may be either black and white or color. Photographs may be processed from negatives, slides, or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs. Photographs exhibited must have been taken during the current 4-H year.
    2. If photos are mounted, they can be (a) flush-mounted (no mounting board showing) on mounting board, or (b) with mount borders (window mat or flat mount directly on board). Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use inexpensive ready-cut window mats, or have matting done professionally. In all cases 4-H'ers are responsible for design decisions such as border width, color, and size. Framed photos including floating frames, will not be judged.
     3. If photos are not mounted, they may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering, such as photo album pages.
    4. A series is a group of photos or slides that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Photos must be mounted as one unit in story order. Slides should be numbered and/or displayed in sequence.
     5. The "4-H Photography Exhibit (current)" label must be completed and attached to each photo exhibit entry. Tape to back of mounting or fold label as appropriate for each exhibit. Label is available at the Hardin County Extension Office.
6. Captions are optional. If used, they should be short.
Class 851A, Mounted Photograph or Series - Individual or series photos where the exhibited photo is at least 5x7 inches (exposed area of print). Larger photos may be cropped if necessary for better composition, but to no smaller than 5x7 inches. Series entries should consist of three to five photos (each 5x7 minimum) mounted as one piece. Mounting is required for all entries in this class. Use of standard commercial photo mats is acceptable provided that exposed area of photo is not less that 4 1/2 "x 6 1/2". See Rule 2 above for mounting suggestions.
Class 851B, Single Photograph or Series - A photo of any size may be considered in this class. There is no minimum size. Series entries should include three to five photos. If the series is mounted, it should be done as one piece. See item numbers two and three above for exhibiting suggestions.
Class 851C, Contemporary/Creative Photography A photograph that is understood to be a creative, imaginative, or experimental departure from realism. Examples of Contemporary/ Creative Photography may include: abstracts, derivations, distortions, black light, bas-relief, diazochrome, posterization, solarization, multiple exposures, montages, kodalith, multiple images with trick lenses and similar processes.
Special exhibit requirements:
1. Photograph must be mounted but not framed. Photographs exhibited must have been taken during the current 4-H year.
2. Current 4-H Photography Exhibit Label must be attached to the back of the exhibit.
3. A detailed report must be attached clearly stating the process used to achieve the desired effect. Each step and materials or equipment used must be included in this report.
4. Where possible, a copy of the photo before manipulation should be included with the report.

Class 851D, Photography Idea - This class is designed for creative photography and experiments that do not fit into the previous classes. Photos or educational displays in this class may make use of creative camera techniques, darkroom techniques, mounting and exhibiting techniques, or computer enhancement, just to name a few possibilities. Above all, creativity and originality are valued. If exhibit is a photo or collage of photos, it must not be framed and must have the photo exhibit label attached.
Class 851E, Photography Challenge - 4-H'ers in Action
     The Iowa 4-H Foundation announces a special opportunity for all 4-H members to participate in a statewide photo exhibition titled, "4-H'ers in Action!" The exhibition would feature the best photo from each participating county on display at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Photos selected for the exhibition also would be considered for a 2009 calendar and other 4-H promotional materials.
     Any 5x7 color photograph (vertical or horizontal) taken after January 1, 2006, that shows a 4-H'er or group of 4-H'ers involved in a project, doing community service, giving an educational presentation, enjoying a recreational activity, or anything else related to the 4-H youth program. Photos should reflect any of the many aspects of 4-H throughout the year. (Because photos may be selected for an exhibition at the Iowa State Fair, provide a high resolution electronic version of the photo on a CD and the printed 5x7 photo.) Include a photo story to tell what's happening in the photo and explain why it's the best example of "4-Hers in Action!" from your county. Captions are limited to 75 words or less.
1. 4-H member does not have to be entered in the 4-H Photography Project area..
2. The photography entered in the challenge class can not be entered in any other photography class at the fair..
3. 4-H'er can have only one entry in the Photography Challenge class..
4. Photographs must be the work of the 4-H'er after January 1, 2006.
5. The photograph must be enlarged to 5x7.
6. No mats, frames, or glass are permitted.
7. Name, club, and address must be attached to the pack of entry.
8. No goal sheets, elements and principles of design, or photo labels required.
9. All entries in the challenge class will be judged on Tuesday.
10. There will be three classes- 4-6 grade, 7-8 grade, and 9-12 grade based on Sept. 15, 2007. Prizes will be available to the top individual of each class. Only one photograph will advance to the State in 4-12 grades.

VISUAL ART EXHIBIT CLASSES
Special Rules
1. Articles made from kits or preformed molds will only be accepted in class 820. Entries in class 820 are not eligible for the Iowa State Fair. (Kits are defined as any prepackaged item where the materials and the design are predetermined by the manufacturer. Examples of preformed molds would be purchased greenware or whiteware.)
2. If the exhibit results in a finished art object, you must include the picture of the source of design, the design sketches, or process for creating the design. This might include cut paper designs, sketches, a piece of tree bark, doodles, or magazine pictures (identify the magazine and issue).
3. The written description of the exhibit must identify the design element(s) and/or art principle(s) used in this particular exhibit and how it is used. (Example: "I used the primary colors of red, blue, and yellow to emphasize the geometric shapes" not just "the element I used was color.") Design elements are line, shape, color, texture, and space and are described in the project manual "Celebrate Art" Unit 1, pages 11-13. Principles of design are rhythm, proportion, emphasis, balance, and unity and are described in the project manual "Art in Your Future" Unit 2, pages 10- 14. Also refer to publications 4H-633 "Color" and 4H-634 "Design, Exploring the Elements and Principles".
4. Copyright logos, designs, or trademark materials should not be used for visual art exhibits on public display at a fair or other setting without written permission. If written permission has been obtained for an exhibit in the technique class, it should be included in the written support materials of this exhibit. For display purposes, exhibits will then be labeled "Copyright permission granted." These materials are never appropriate for the Original Art class.
Class 820, Articles made from kits or preformed molds.
Class 821A, Original Art - Original art should be an exhibit that has a design unique to you. By using one medium or a combination, an individual creates an object that is not recognizable as another's work. Trademarks, logos, and other copyrighted images cannot be original since some other artist has already designed and created it.   You must identify and explain the application of the design element(s) and art principle(s) featured in this exhibit and describe or explain the source of the design.
Does one (or more) of the following questions help describe what your exhibit is about? If it sounds like your exhibit, it should probably be in the Original Art class.
    1. Did your idea come from something you thought up, the placement of geometric shapes, or something viewed in nature?
    2. Did you see a design, magazine picture, painting, etc., that gave you an idea and you made at least 3 major changes to that idea'? (Include the source of design and explain the major changes.) You know it is a major change if you quickly look at your original source and your exhibit and they DO NOT seem similar.
    3. Did you create your exhibit by observing things around you like looking at a still life or from a photograph you took of a scene?
    4. Are the people in your exhibit (drawing, painting) ones you observed, studied, sketched, or photographed and not people you saw in a magazine or other photograph'? (If the person is identifiable from your picture, did you request their permission to use them in your art work?)
Class 821B, Design and/or Technique Exploration -This exploration class is an exhibit that provides an individual the opportunity to explore a medium, practice a skill, or study a design element or art principle. An explanation of the application of design elements or art principles used when making the exhibit must be included. This exhibit may be an object, portfolio, display, poster, or organized sketchbook. If a non-original design source is used, its origin (where the idea was found, any pictures, sketches, etc.) must still be credited. Logos, trademarks, pictures or designs that are copyrighted may only be used if permission for this specific use has been granted from an authorized authority. The written permission must be included in the support materials provided with the exhibitor or the piece is not legal for public display and will be disqualified. For display purposes, those exhibits with written permission will be labeled "Copyright permission granted."
In this class
      1. Directions may be used to make the exhibit (basket weave pattern, quilt pattern, process instructions i.e. tie dying). Include the source of instructions or copy of the instructions. In your write-up be sure to focus on the design elements or art principles used in making decisions to develop the exhibit.
   2. It may be a process evaluation shown by examples that demonstrate a different step of the process needed to complete a finished product. This process evaluation is the only acceptable place to exhibit portions of greenware or whiteware to provide the appropriate surface to illustrate the process techniques being explored. Processes could include glazes, paint blending, surface preparation to the final product. A finished product will only be used in the evaluation to determine level of accomplishment of the goal.
   3. A portfolio showing several examples of practicing techniques of a medium where you used design ideas from photos, magazines, pictures. You must credit the sources of design ideas.
   4. You may use a series of rubber stamps, stencils, etc. to create a design, develop technique or study color and texture. Detailed explanation of the use of the design elements/art principles is required.
   5. Create a picture while practicing and improving your technique(s) of drawing, shading, blending, etc. The write up focuses on the techniques practiced to demonstrate skills in applying the design elements and/or art principles.
Class 821C, Other Visual Art Topics - Exhibits might include study on an individual artist, style, craft business or marketing process, planning group tour, career options, etc.
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DIVISION 4 - PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Class 806A, Citizenship - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a citizenship project or program such as responsibilities with family, club, community, world, plan community service activity, learn about local and county government, study family heritage, etc.
Class 811A, Communication - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a communication project or program such as describing the communication process, methods of communicating, or a product based on a communications method which might include slide/tape, videotape (done in standard play), or feature news stories; or theatre arts such as costuming, sound effects, props and staging, etc.
Class 831A, Health - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a health project or program such as personal health analysis, physical fitness plan, home health hazard hunt, body systems and functions, daily food intake plan, minor injury treatment, community health services, effects of smoking, etc.
Class 841A, Leadership - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a leadership project or program such as types of leadership, analysis of personal leadership styles and qualities, processes to determine the identification of community needs, resource analysis, activity plan, or youth as partners.
Class 871A, Music - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a music project or program such as study of a composer, music history, comparison of types of music, composing an original song, teaching music to others, making a musical instrument, sharing musical programs, etc.
Class 881A, Safety - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a safety project or program such as home hazard hunt, organize safety poster contest, conduct farm safety program, attend CPR training, develop home fire safety plan, etc.
Class 891A, Self Determined - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a self determined project or program which does not fit any other project class.
Class 892, 4-H Record Keeping Class - Records may be the conventional method, or on the computer. You may choose to only have one area judged, or your full record book. Books should be up-to-date with this year's information (as much as possible). Bring your record keeping materials to the Youth Building at the same time that your club is scheduled to have your exhibits judged.
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DIVISION 5 - 4-H COMMUNICATIONS
Superintendent - 4-H & Youth Committee
Hardin County Extension Office

Registration to participate in the communications division is to be made with the Hardin County Extension Office by June 13 at 5 p.m. Iowa State Fair Dates allocated to Extension 4-H Areas for 4-H Communications: Central Area - Saturday, August 9, Sunday, August 10; Thursday August 14, Friday, August 15, and Sunday August 17. Entrants are permitted one entry in each of the following classes:

Class 1, Educational Presentations -
    1. Educational presentations teach or communicate a process, a fact, or an idea to gain a desired response from an audience through a showing or telling process. A 4-H member may participate in only one educational presentation per year at the Iowa State Fair. The topic selected should be an outgrowth of the member's 4H experience.
     2. Presentations may be given by one or more 4-H members. Members may have a presentation with a member of another club. The content of the presentation should determine its length, but intermediate and senior presentations have a maximum length of 20 minutes. Junior presentations have a maximum length of 15 minutes.
    3. Presentations are divided into three age groups, based on grade. Juniors have completed 4^th-6^th grades; Intermediates have completed 7^th -8^th grades; and Seniors have completed
9^th-12^th grades.
    4. Members may be a mixed grade team (Junior and Intermediate, etc.), but the team must compete in the division of the oldest team member.
    5. State Fair eligibility will include 4-H'ers who have completed 5^th -12^th grades, or the equivalent of these grades.
    6. 4-H members with training above high school level are ineligible to compete.
    7. Clothing appropriate for the presentation (shorts, skirts, and dresses should be fingertip length or longer) should be worn by participants while giving the presentations and when placing are announced. Where distinctive clothing is not involved, clothing that alerts the public that it is a 4-H'er giving a presentation is strongly encouraged.
    8. Use of sanitary and safe procedures and methods is always important, particularly if food samples are available to the audience.
    9. Participants will be expected to watch as many of the presentations as possible and be present for the comments and placings at the conclusion of each age grouping.
    10. All junior, intermediate, and senior presentations will be rated purple, lavender, or blue.
    11. Educational presentation entries are to be made to the Extension Office by June 13.

Class 811D, Educational Presentations (Junior) - To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 5th or 6th grades in 2008.
Class 811E, Educational presentations (Intermediate/Senior) - To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th - 12th grades in 2008.

Class 2, Working Exhibits -
    1. Working exhibits provide an opportunity for members to communicate and interact with an audience in an informal way. A 4-H member may participate in only one educational presentation per year at the Iowa State Fair. It is an exhibit or display with the exhibitor present to explain and demonstrate.
    2. A working exhibit needs main attractions such as posters, pictures, equipment, and action to interest people in looking and listening. It could have many steps of how to do something ready so that any step could be explained at any time. It could involve the audience by letting them smell, taste, touch, react, tell or judge. The topic selected should be an outgrowth of the member's 4-H experience.
    3. Working exhibits may be given by one or more 4-H members. Members may have a working exhibit with a member of another club. The content of the working exhibit should determine its length, but intermediate and senior working exhibits have a maximum length of 45 minutes. Junior working exhibits have a maximum length of 25 minutes.
    4. Working exhibits are divided into three age groups, based on grade. Juniors have completed 4th-6th grades; Intermediates have completed 7th - 8th grades; and Seniors have completed 9th-12th grades.
    5. Members may be a mixed grade team (Junior and Intermediate, etc.), but the team must compete in the division of the oldest team member.
    6. State Fair eligibility will include 4-H'ers who have completed 5th - 12th grades, or the equivalent of these grades.
    7. 4-H members with training above high school level are ineligible to compete.
    8. Clothing appropriate for the working exhibit is to be worn by participants while giving the working exhibit and when placing are announced. Where distinctive clothing is not involved, clothing that alerts the public that it is a 4H'er giving a working exhibit is strongly encouraged.
    9. Use of sanitary and safe procedures and methods is always important, particularly if food samples are available to the audience.
    10. Appropriate storage of the food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4H'ers. Plastic gloves and hairnets are just a couple items that should be considered and used as appropriate.
    Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission.
    11. All junior, intermediate, and senior working exhibits will be rated purple, lavender, or blue.
    12. Working exhibits entries are to be made to the Extension Office by June 13.

Class 811H, Working Exhibits (Junior) - To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 5th - 6th grades in 2008.
Class 811I, Working Exhibits (Intermediate/Senior) - To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th - 12th grades in 2008.

Class 3, Extemporaneous Speaking -
This contest is designed to encourage the development of the life skill of communicating with others through enhancing the ability to think, to organize, to speak, and to answer questions readily by participating 4-H'ers before an audience.
    1. Participants must be senior 4-H'ers completed 9-12 grades, or that equivalent.
    2. Each contestant will draw three of the available topics, selecting one to speak on, thirty minutes before the contest. The general nature of the topics will relate to 4-H.
    3. A preparation area is to be used with one contestant per speaking site admitted initially and one additional contestant per speaking site admitted each ten minutes as the contest progresses. A contestant may not leave the preparation room until it is time to speak, nor may a contestant receive help from a parent, leader, other adult, or any other youth. Each contestant will have 30 minutes preparation time. A contest official will assist contestants with the time requirements.
    4. All reference materials will be screened by a contest official on the following basis:
    a. Participant may bring his/her own books, magazines, or newspaper clippings for reference during the thirty minutes of preparation.
    b. Reference material must be printed materials such as books or magazines (cannot be notes, outlines, or speeches prepared by the contestant or by another person for the purpose of use for this contest).
    c. Some relevant reference material will be available in the preparation room. This material will consist of historical material related to the 4-H program
    5. Each speech shall be the result of the 4-H'ers own effort using approved reference material which contestants may bring to the preparation room. No other assistance may be provided. If notes are used, 3x5 notecards provided must be used in delivering the speech.
    6. Only notes made during the preparation period may be used.
    7. Each speech shall be not less than four minutes or more than six minutes, with five minutes additional time allowed for related questions asked by the judge.
    8. Each contestant will be introduced by a contest time keeper by name and the club he/she represents and the contestant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by title only.
    9. Contestants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters, or audio visuals of any sort. A podium will not be available.
    10. Speeches will be evaluated using the following criteria:
        a. Content related to topic
        b. Knowledge of the subject
        c. Organization of material
        d. Power of expression
        e. Voice
        f. Stage presence
        g. General effect
        h. Response to questions
    11. All contestants will be rated purple or lavender.

Class 811K, Extemporaneous Speaking Program
Class 4, Share-the-Fun -
    1. Share-the-Fun provides an opportunity for 4-H members to perform before an audience, purely for the sake of enjoyment and provides a program that will help to broaden the image of 4-H. This class also provides 4-H'ers an opportunity to share the fun and fellowship of members from other clubs.
    2. Each club may have as many entries as it wishes. Members may perform in groups or individually.
    3. Skits, songs, short one-act plays, dances, plus other entertainment will be acceptable. Share-the-Fun acts must not exceed 8 minutes in length.
    4. All acts must be in good taste, sensitive to diversity and culture/ethnic traditions of Iowans and/or US citizens.
    5. Ribbons will be awarded and premiums will be prorated.
    6. To be eligible for state fair competition, youth must have completed grades 5-12. If a Share-the-Fun act involves the whole club, 80% of the club members must meet the grade requirements. For example, in a club with 10 members, no more than 2 members may be in 4th grade to participate at the state fair.

Class 811G, Share the Fun
Class 5, Poster Communication-
1. Only one poster per 4-H'er.
2. Contest is open to all 4-H members. Exhibition at the Iowa State Fair is open to any 4-H'er who has completed 5th grade through 12th grade.
3. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board, 14"x20", or foam core board, 15"x22". Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional.
4. Each poster must have a completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form (VI-8128-SAS) attached to the back, Duplicate label as needed.
5. Posters cannot incorporate copyright material such as the cartoon character "Peanuts" or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo. Materials used to make the poster may not extend more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board
6. The 4-H Clover is a copyright logo. 4-H'ers can include the clover, but do not copy/print other material over the clover.
7. The themes for "Communicating Through 4-H Posters" are: (Must use the 4-H protected emblem).
a. 4-H is ... (open to 4-Her's interpretation)
b. Join 4-H
c. Ignite the Flame (The 2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme)
d. The 2008 Iowa State Fair theme is "U Gotta Love It!"
Class 811J, Poster Communication -
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DIVISION 6 ISSUES DEPARTMENT

Class 950A, Societal Issues - Any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension 4H educational experience. Exhibits might include, but are not limited to, topics such as water quality, erosion, pollution, radon, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, animal welfare/rights, etc. Include information on: What is the societal issue? How does my/our goal relate to the issue? What did I/we learn about the issue? How can I/ we best communicate the importance of the issue? What did I/we do to educate others about the issue?

SPECIAL EXHIBIT CLASS:

4-H HISTORICAL/FAMILY HERITAGE
PURPOSE: This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and to focus on 4-H history and family heritage. Emphasis is also provided for an intergenerational focus. Participants (youth and adults) are encouraged to learn and share more about the history of 4-H in Iowa and/or their family heritage. This class is designed and intended to provide an opportunity for 4-Hers and adults to form a team in planning and developing an exhibit to share together learning related to history and heritage.

Special Exhibit Guidelines
Each county may enter two exhibits in this class. If two exhibits are selected, at least one ( 1 ) must be a 4-H history/ 4-H heritage exhibit.
2. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and completed by one or more 4H'ers, of eligible exhibitor age, with one or more adult(s).
3. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish a goal(s) determined jointly by all the participating 4-H'ers and adults.
4. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook, model, videotape, audiocassette, etc.
5. The exhibit should include the following information:
* What was the goal(s)? Include for both 4-H'er and adult participant(s).
* How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed?
* What responsibilities did each participant, youth and adult, involved in the learning experience complete?
* What was the learning of this experience for each individual? This might include what you learned about working with each other.
* What were the benefits of this experience for the participants (youth/adults/together)?
* What plans do you have to continue this interest?
6. Exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the "General Exhibit Rules" including size, copyright where applicable, safety, etc. to be eligible for entry.
Class 811L, 4-H Historical/Family Heritage - Any exhibit by one or more 4-H'ers with one or more adult(s) which is an outgrowth of a goal identified by the participants. Topics might be related to the history of: 4-H, a 4-H project, educational experience, activity, family heritage, Iowa, etc.

2008 4-H GO THE DISTANCE! SPECIAL EXHIBIT CLASS
Rules: This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and understanding of the role nutrition and physical activity has in promoting health and well-being. Participants are encouraged to learn about how nutrition and physical activity affect the overall health (including physical performance and disease risk) of an individual or group. This class is intended to provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers, as an individual, club or team, to plan and develop an exhibit that shares what they have learned about nutrition and physical activity in relation to health.

Special Exhibit Guidelines
1. Each county may enter two (2) exhibits in this class.
2. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and completed by one or more 4-H’ers of eligible exhibitor age.
3. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the 4H'er(s).
4. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook, model, video tape, audio cassette, physical activity and menu plan, etc.
5. The exhibit should include the following information:
a. What was the goal(s)?
b. How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed?
c. What responsibilities were completed by each participant involved in the learning experience?
d. What did you learn about nutrition and physical activity?
e. What plans do you have to continue this interest?
6. Exhibitors must comply with the Iowa State Fair 'General Exhibit Rules" including size, copyright where applicable, safety, etc., to be eligible for Iowa State Fair entry.

Class 960, 4-H Go The Distance!

960A- Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H'ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to explore an area of nutrition and physical activity for personal development.
960B - Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H'ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to provide leadership in the areas of nutrition and physical activity in a group setting (ex: family, club, community).
960C - Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H'ers, which displays citizenship in the areas of nutrition and physical activity within a community (example: senior living center, school).
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DEPARTMENT C
Family and Consumer Sciences
Superintendents - 4-H and Youth Committee
Judging Time: 9 am to 12 pm & 1 pm to 2:30 pm Tuesday

Refer to General Exhibit Rules for Departments B and C for general rules in this department. For explanations of design elements and art principles, refer to publications 4H-633 "Color" and 4H-634 "Design, Exploring the Elements and Principles."

Child Development
Class 501A, Child Development - Educational display or other type of exhibit relating to a child development project/program, such as age appropriate games and toys, original stories, babysitting, toy safety, positive guidance and discipline, kids with special needs, careers, etc. Exhibit information should include what you have learned: 1) about yourself and/or 2) about children while creating and using this exhibit or 3) about what the child gained or learned from use of the item in the exhibit.

Clothing
Special Rule #1- When application of design elements and art principles must be explained, the following guidelines shall be used:
     a. Members in grades 4 - 6 are responsible only for application of the design elements line or color.
     b. Members in grades 7 - 8 are responsible only for application of two design elements.
     c. Members in grades 9 - 12 are responsible only for application of at least one design element and at least one principle of design.
Class 511A, Clothing Design and Creative Sewing - Includes, but not limited to, constructed garments or accessories; design illustrations, sketches, models, etc.; modified, designed or recycled garments; making a garment that enhances the way you or others look, design, or sew for others, etc. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.
Class 511B, Choosing Clothes and Learning About Fabrics - Includes, but not limited to purchased garments or accessories (scarves), textile fiber or fabric characteristics, choosing clothes or accessories to enhance the way you or others look, labeling, etc. (include only one shoe, earring, etc. if part of the exhibit.) Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.
Class 511C, Clothing Safety and Care - Includes, but not limited to, decisions about clothes for sports, temperature control and protection, laundry experiences, clothing care, etc.
Class 511D, Other Clothing and Sewing Ideas - Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H textile and clothing educational experience. Could include but not restricted to: 1)exploration of ethnic or historical clothing; 2) dress as a means of expression; 3) clothes for special needs of handicapped, elderly, children; 4) Cultural expression through clothes; 5) career or processes in the textile and/or apparel industry; 6) decorative processes such as textile dying, printing, embroidery, knitting, or quilting; 7) construction of household textiles. The exhibit may be an object, notebook, or poster. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.

Consumer and Management Class
     The process of learning about yourself while making decisions as a consumer is an important part of the project. The exhibit should demonstrate use of the decision making model as described in project materials. An exhibit might include some of the following examples and/or other learnings from the project. Examples include games, stories, computer programs, photographs, displays, notebooks, videos, etc.
541A - Spending Plans and Record Keeping
     Track your spending (account books, computer records, envelope systems, checkbook records, etc.).
     Set up family record keeping system.
     Survey peer spending habits (allowances, video arcades, clothing, food, etc.).
     Track your 4-H project(s) spending (livestock records, photographs, clothing, etc.).
     Describe appropriate use of credit.
     Track how you spend your time (calendar system, diary, etc.)
     Set up a family calendar system.
541B - Comparison Shopping
        Compare products.
        Compare type of stores or places to shop.
        Compare cost of shopping with cash and credit.
        Compare colleges, trade schools, etc.
        Compare cost of recreational activities.
        Compare financial institutions (banks, savings and loans, credit unions, etc.).
       Compare car insurance.
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