CONFERENCE JUDGING
General Rules for Conference Judging
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Please note general, departmental and division rules.
Please note general, departmental and division rules.2.Dress Code: see Poweshiek County Fair General Information section
Dress Code: see Poweshiek County Fair General Information section3.Clubs will be designated a time to bring all exhibits on Saturday, July 16th (including horticulture class 550 in the Agriculture Department). Exhibits will be judged in conference with the judge and member at the designated time. Leaders and members are encouraged to be present for the judging, other interested persons and members are welcome. Judging will begin at 9 a.m.
Clubs will be designated a time to bring all exhibits on Saturday, July 16th (including horticulture class 550 in the Agriculture Department). Exhibits will be judged in conference with the judge and member at the designated time. Leaders and members are encouraged to be present for the judging, other interested persons and members are welcome. Judging will begin at 9 a.m.4.Exhibits will be evaluated with consideration given for the knowledge and abilities of the exhibitor as shown in conference with the judge.
Exhibits will be evaluated with consideration given for the knowledge and abilities of the exhibitor as shown in conference with the judge.5.A total of 8 projects per department may be exhibited in the following:
A total of 8 projects per department may be exhibited in the following: Creative Arts, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Personal Development, Family & Consumer Science, Science, Engineering & Technology, County Fair Classes (not eligible for state fair) & Horticulture. A limit of 4 projects may be exhibited in the Animals Department.
6.Each entry must be labeled in an inconspicuous place with the class number, exhibitor name, school grade and club name.
Each entry must be labeled in an inconspicuous place with the class number, exhibitor name, school grade and club name.7.Blue, red or white ribbons will be awarded to exhibitors on the basis of conference judging. Outstanding exhibits will be awarded purple ribbons and state fair exhibits will be awarded purple rosettes. Yellow ribbons denote those exhibits strongly considered for state fair. Not all exhibits being considered for state fair will receive a yellow ribbon. The judge’s ribbon placing is FINAL.
Blue, red or white ribbons will be awarded to exhibitors on the basis of conference judging. Outstanding exhibits will be awarded purple ribbons and state fair exhibits will be awarded purple rosettes. Yellow ribbons denote those exhibits strongly considered for state fair. Not all exhibits being considered for state fair will receive a yellow ribbon. The judge’s ribbon placing is FINAL.8.State fair regulation – Only exhibits shown by 4-H members that have completed 5th grade thru 12th grade (or equivalent) are eligible to be considered for state fair. Exception: Group exhibits from an entire club may include 4th grade members.
State fair regulation – Only exhibits shown by 4-H members that have completed 5th grade thru 12th grade (or equivalent) are eligible to be considered for state fair. Exception: Group exhibits from an entire club may include 4th grade members.9.Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright restrictions, safety and approved methods will be ineligible for state fair. We are unable to display exhibits that do not comply with copyright restrictions.
Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright restrictions, safety and approved methods will be ineligible for state fair. We are unable to display exhibits that do not comply with copyright restrictions. See #19 for copyright restrictions.
10.Following the county fair, all exhibits that are chosen to go to the Iowa State Fair must be taken home by the exhibitor. NO STATE FAIR EXHIBITS WILL BE LEFT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS. Exhibitors will be responsible for getting their exhibits to the Extension Office following the county fair. Check with the Extension Office for the deadline for bringing in your projects.
Following the county fair, all exhibits that are chosen to go to the Iowa State Fair must be taken home by the exhibitor. NO STATE FAIR EXHIBITS WILL BE LEFT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS. Exhibitors will be responsible for getting their exhibits to the Extension Office following the county fair. Check with the Extension Office for the deadline for bringing in your projects.11.Exhibit classes are broad categories. To plan exhibits, 4-Hers are
Exhibit classes are broad categories. To plan exhibits, 4-Hers are encouraged to use “Hot Sheets”, project guides and program materials. “Hot Sheets” are located on the state 4-H website
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects or they may be obtained from
your leader. Each “Hot Sheet” allows for exploration of a project by providing
information, resources and exhibit ideas. An exhibit can represent a part or all
of the learning involved in the respective project.
12.Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program.. Exhibits might be, but are not limited to an actual product, poster, display box, report, notebook, model, videotape, audiocassette, etc.
Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program.. Exhibits might be, but are not limited to an actual product, poster, display box, report, notebook, model, videotape, audiocassette, etc.13.The 4-Her’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the
The 4-Her’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of theevaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, workmanship, techniques, general appearance and design. Exhibitors will receive written evaluation comments on the exhibits and a blue, red or white exhibitor’s ribbon. Refer to exhibit class evaluation rubrics for detailed evaluation criteria in each class. Rubrics are located on each 4-H project page at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects
14.Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program. Exhibits might be, but are not limited to an actual product, poster, display box, report, notebook, model, video, audio etc.
Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program. Exhibits might be, but are not limited to an actual product, poster, display box, report, notebook, model, video, audio etc.15.A written explanation, an audiocassette or videotape answering the following questions must accompany the completed project when being judged at the county fair:
A written explanation, an audiocassette or videotape answering the following questions must accompany the completed project when being judged at the county fair:a.What was your goal(s)?
What was your goal(s)?b.How did you go about working toward your goal(s)?
How did you go about working toward your goal(s)?c.What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)?
What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)?d.Do you have ideas of what you would like to do in this project area next year?
Do you have ideas of what you would like to do in this project area next year?Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutrition, photography and creative art.
16.Exhibitors must have participated in the project or program from which the exhibit is an outgrowth. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the member or group during the current 4-H year.
Exhibitors must have participated in the project or program from which the exhibit is an outgrowth. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the member or group during the current 4-H year.17.If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned:
If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned: Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size.
Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, model displays etc. may not exceed 48” x 48” in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.
Display boxes may not exceed 28” x 22” in height or width and 12” in depth.
18.Endangered or threatened plants and animals (includes insects) should NOT be used in any 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.
Endangered or threatened plants and animals (includes insects) should NOT be used in any 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 oosestrife (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.19.Original use by 4-H’er of copyright materials cannot be used in 4-H exhibits. A copyright design is not allowable because in the fair setting the exhibit is on public display and that infringes on copyright laws. 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 the owner of the copyright has granted permission, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled appropriately. Those without permission cannot be displayed.
Original use by 4-H’er of copyright materials cannot be used in 4-H exhibits. A copyright design is not allowable because in the fair setting the exhibit is on public display and that infringes on copyright laws. 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 the owner of the copyright has granted permission, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled appropriately. Those without permission cannot be displayed.20.All outdoor exhibits MUST be taken home on July 16th after judging. They MUST be brought back to the fair on July 20th for display.
All outdoor exhibits MUST be taken home on July 16th after judging. They MUST be brought back to the fair on July 20th for display.21.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.
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.22.Project Sale: Any livestock or non-livestock project that has been judged and exhibited at the current fair may be sold through the project sale on Sunday, July 24th. All non-livestock projects will be sold at the beginning of the sale. Exhibitors may ONLY have two (2) sales for non-livestock projects. All projects must be signed-up to sell by 11:00 a.m. on SUNDAY, JULY 24th or they will not be eligible to sell. NO EXCUSES! NO EXCEPTIONS! Exhibitors selling non-livestock projects need to sign up on the poster on the south wall of the exhibit area.
Project Sale: Any livestock or non-livestock project that has been judged and exhibited at the current fair may be sold through the project sale on Sunday, July 24th. All non-livestock projects will be sold at the beginning of the sale. Exhibitors may ONLY have two (2) sales for non-livestock projects. All projects must be signed-up to sell by 11:00 a.m. on SUNDAY, JULY 24th or they will not be eligible to sell. NO EXCUSES! NO EXCEPTIONS! Exhibitors selling non-livestock projects need to sign up on the poster on the south wall of the exhibit area.23.NOTICE: Any project offered for sale in an auction is considered to have changed ownership even if bought back by the original owner or if the owner refuses a bid or says “no sale”. All projects/animals offered for sale are terminated as 4H/FFA projects. That means they are no longer eligible to compete at the Iowa State Fair. THIS RULING COMES FROM THE STATE
NOTICE: Any project offered for sale in an auction is considered to have changed ownership even if bought back by the original owner or if the owner refuses a bid or says “no sale”. All projects/animals offered for sale are terminated as 4H/FFA projects. That means they are no longer eligible to compete at the Iowa State Fair. THIS RULING COMES FROM THE STATE4H AND FFA RULES.
