Johnson County 4-H Project Information

Indiana 4-H Aerospace

Indiana 4-H Animal Education

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• Horse & Pony, Small Animals and Any Other Animal categories will also be offered but are not State Fair eligible.
  • Small Animals include:  Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Hedgehogs, Hermit Crabs; Birds such as Canaries, Finches, Parakeets, or Parrots; Ferrets; Frogs; Lizards, Mice; Rats or Non-Veomous Snakes or pets
  • Any Other Animal includes:  Any not already listed on this page
• Exhibits will be judged by age groups and species/categories.
• Suggested topics to get you started:
  • Beginner and Intermediate: Animal care, animal breeds, animal science, litter-training, treating my animal with care and respect, animal responsibilities, grooming skills, training my animal, de-clawing good or not, neutering or spaying, my animal is lost, determining animal costs, traveling with my animal, my animal's safety, me and my animal, and helping the handicapped
  • Advanced:  Understanding an animal show, planning an animal business, am I a role model?, animal genetics, animal organs and systems, exploring careers, learning about leadership, my animal quiz bowl, teaching others, having fun learning, protecting our environment, issues of animal welfare/rights, learning life-skills with the animal project, your animal and the law, food, an animal’s sense of smell, animal over-population problems, and animal health.

Indiana 4-H Arts & Crafts

Youth may exhibit any art or craft that does not meet exhibit requirements in Fine Arts, Needle Craft, Llama Craft, Model Craft or Construction and Architectural Replica.

Indiana 4-H Craft Information Card 4-H 618A (printable card required with exhibit, paper copies available at office)

Johnson County 4-H Arts & Crafts Manual (printed copies available at office)

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• Separate judging areas/awards will be offered for:
  • Basket Weaving
  • Ceramics - Molded
  • Ceramics - Hand-Formed and Pottery
  • Gift Wrapping
  • Jewelry Making
  • Leather
  • Recycled Craft
  • Wearable Art
  • Any Other Craft
• No exhibits larger than 36” x 36” x 36” will be accepted for display.
• Exhibits must be ready to use. 4-H members in advanced divisions of all craft projects are encouraged to experiment with original designs.
• Please refer to the Johnson County 4-H Arts & Crafts Guidelines(Manual) for project skills and exhibit suggestions.
• Gift Wrapping –The following information should be addressed on the Arts & Crafts Information card that you turn in with your project:
  • Occasion
  • Age of person receiving the gift
  • Who the gift is for – man, woman, boy or girl

Indiana 4-H Beef

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Beef Guidelines

RULES:

1. Each exhibitor may exhibit a maximum of two breeding heifers per class.
2. Each exhibitor may exhibit a maximum of five steers/market animals in the show.
3. The minimum weight for the Livestock Sale is 900 pounds. There is no weight limit for showing.
4. All dairy beef steers must be 100% dairy blood. All dairy beef steers must show specific dairy breed characteristics. (i.e. Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, Milking Shorthorn). NO CROSSBRED dairy beef steers will be allowed.
5. Steers must be dehorned. (Scurred Cattle Accepted.)
6. Commercial & market heifers will be shown in weight classes.
7. Cattle barn superintendent will assign the tie out spots based off the July 1 request for tie outs in FairEntry when county animal entries are completed.
8. When participating in grooming contest, the 4‑H member must use their own animal.

 **New for 2024 - Market Heifers will be "breed" within beef steers and will not be eligible to be shown in the beef breeding heifer show.

Barn Note from Superintendent:  

All beef heifers and steers (including dairy beef) will need to be taken to the scales at weigh-in at the fair.

CLASSES

CrossbredCommericial Heifers (all ages)

Purebred/Registered Heifer Classes as follows:

Heifer Supreme Champion Heifer

Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer

BEEF BREEDS/CLASSES:

DAIRY BEEF STEER BREEDS/CLASSES:

STEER RATE‑OF‑GAIN CONTEST

1. All Johnson County 4‑H members enrolling beef steers may enter all steers in the Rate‑Of‑Gain Contest.
2. Steers must be brought to the Johnson County Fairgrounds to be weighed and tagged on beef ear tagging day.
3. Only steers shown at the Johnson County Fair are eligible to compete for awards.
4. Steers must be positively identified at entry in a manner acceptable to State Fair (County Ear Tag & 840 RFID).
5. Finish weight will be taken at weigh‑in at the fair.
6. Daily rate of gain will be calculated from actual date of weighing to weigh‑in at the fair.
7. There will be three classes of steers:

1. Purebred by breed
2. Crossbred and All Other Steers ‑ steers in Class A and C are not eligible.
3. Dairy Beef Steers

4‑H BEEF MARKET CLASSES

1. Open to all 4‑H Beef and Dairy Beef Exhibitors.
2. Classes will be offered for Steers & Market Heifers.
3. Qualifying animals must have a minimum weight of 900 pounds.
4. There will be no grooming of any kind except washing and dry brushing.
5. All animals entered must show in the regular 4‑H Beef Show.
6. All entries must be turned in by county fair weigh-in.
7. Ribbons and trophies will be awarded.
8. No entry limit per 4‑H exhibitor.
9. Beef Breeding Heifers will not show in market classes.

CATTLEMAN'S AWARD

1. Open to all Johnson County 4‑H Beef members.
2. No entries are to be made prior to the fair.
3. All members can win a Cattleman's Award by participating in the Grooming Contest, Showmanship Questionnaire and Herdsmanship.

A Cattleman’s Award will be presented to the member in Beginner, Intermediate and Senior age groups receiving the highest score.  Point totals will be calculated by a committee appointed by the Johnson County Beef Cattleman's Association. 

All awards are sponsored by the Johnson County Beef Cattleman's Association.

1^st place winners receive 20 points

2^nd place winners receive 15 points

3^rd place winners receive 10 points

Participants receive 5 points

BEEF CARCASS CONTEST (INTRODUCED IN 2022)

Each 4-Her enrolled in Beef or Dairy-Beef project is eligible to enter one (1) Market animal. The entry must be entered in the Beef or Dairy-beef show at the 2024 fair. The entries must be declared and will be Ultrasound scanned at weigh-in at the fair. The measurements will be used to calculate an estimated carcass value. The entry with the highest carcass total value will be awarded $100 from the Beef Association and a banner sponsored by Poe Quality Meats. Two awards will be given, 1 for Beef carcass and 1 for Dairy-beef. There will be no alterations to the animal's hair or hide during the scanning process.

Indiana 4-H Beekeeping

Indiana 4-H Cake Decorating

Indiana 4-H Cats

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Cat Guidelines

RULES:

1. Each 4‑H member may enter up to two of the classes, one cat per class.
2. Each cat must be owned by the 4‑H member or the 4‑H member’s family and shown by only one 4‑H member.
3. Cat must be brought to the judging in a cage or carrying case and taken home after the cat show. Cats not in a cage or carrying case will not be allowed in the building.
4. Each cat shall wear a collar and should have a leash to prevent getting away.
5. Cat Vaccination Forms must be brought the day of the cat show with the 4-H member exhibiting the animal.  

• A Certificate of Vaccination (4-H 777) dated at least 14 days prior to, but not more than one (1) year of the date of exhibition that shows cats have been vaccinated for rabies, feline panleukopenia, feline rhinotracheitis, and calicivirus. In addition, all cats must have been tested for feline leukemia within 180 days of exhibition or have had vaccination within one (1) year of show.
• Cats exhibiting any symptoms of sickness determined by the project or building superintendent(s), exhibit or extension personnel, or judges will not be eligible for exhibition.
• Vaccination forms will be returned to you at the show.

6. Cat must be in owner's possession by May 15.
7. Each cat/kitten can only be shown in one class.

Age and category definitions for the cat show are:

• Household kittens – cats ages 4 to 8 months on day of show.  Any kitten becoming 8 months old on show day will be considered an adult cat.
• Household adults – cats 8 months of age or older on show day.
• Registered – cat of a recognized breed with registration papers available for viewing at the cat show.  If registration papers are not available for inspection, the cat must be shown in another category.
• Long haired – cats whose coat has long top hairs, with a thick woolly undercoat.  The length of hair on a cat's tail is often used as a determining factor.  Hair length is normally 1 ½" or more.
• Short haired – cats whose coat has only short hairs, a smooth, textured coat.  Hair length is usually less than 1 ½" in length.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

1. REGISTERED CAT

• Short Hair
• Long Hair

Show papers for registered animals.  In judging conformation, the structure and form of the cat is evaluated as defined by the breed standards.

1. HOUSEHOLD PETS

• Adult Short Hair
• Adult Long Hair
• Kitten Short Hair
• Kitten Long Hair

Judge will ‑ (a) consider how the individual carries and displays the cat and (b) evaluate the grooming, cleanliness and general condition of the cat.

STATE FAIR ENTRY:  A 4‑H Cat show will be held at State Fair time that is open to any 4‑H member completing at the county level.

Indiana 4-H Child Development

Indiana 4-H Communications

Indiana 4-H Computer Science

Indiana 4-H Arts & Crafts

Indiana 4-H Crafts Information Card 4-H 618A (required card for exhibit, paper copies available at office)

Johnson County 4-H Arts & Crafts Manual (paper copies available in the office)

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• Construction and Architectural Replica will have separate judging for LEGO, Diorama and all other construction and architectural replicas. LEGO will be separated based on Kit or Original Design.
• Exhibits may be up to 36” x 36” x 36”. Absolutely no exceptions.  Anything larger will need to be exhibited by photos in a notebook.
• All exhibits must be displayed on a board. Boards must be rigid (no posterboard, cardboard or foamboard) and may not be more than one inch larger than the creation. Suggested methods of attachment include string, twist-ties, wire, double sided tape or poster tack that can be removed during judging and replaced for display.
• Dioramas - Three-dimensional miniature scene with painted or non-painted modeled figures and background.

Indiana 4-H Consumer Clothing

In Johnson County, we judge the notebook separately from the modeling (Fashion Revue).

Indiana 4-H Dairy Cattle

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Dairy Cattle Guidelines

Rules:

1. Each exhibitor may exhibit a maximum of two animals per class in female classes.
2. Dam & Sire of all grade animals must be from a dairy breed origin (I.e. Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, Milking Shorthorn or Cross).
3. All dairy animals except Junior calves must be dehorned (scurred heifers accepted).

BREEDS:

CLASSES:

Registered Animals or Grade Animals 

Champion Dairy Heifer – Grade and Registered

Reserve Champion Dairy Heifer – Grade and Registered

Supreme Dairy Heifer

Champion Dairy Cow – Grade and Registered

Reserve Champion Dairy Cow – Grade and Registered

Supreme Dairy Cow (Heifers would not compete for overall Supreme Dairy Cow)

Supreme Born & Raised Dairy Female

Reserve Supreme Born & Raised Dairy Female

(Shown same time as Dairy show, not a separate show.)

DAIRY HERDSMAN AWARD

In Showmanship, Herdsmanship & Questionnaire:

1st place winners receive 20 pts.       

2nd place winners receive 15 pts.

3rd place winners receive 10 pts.

Participants receive 5 pts.

Indiana 4-H Beef

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Dairy Feeder Steer Guidelines (Be sure to also see Beef guidelines)

EXHIBIT RULES:

1. All dairy feeder steers must be 100% dairy blood. All dairy feeders must show specific dairy breed characteristics. (i.e. Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, Milking Shorthorn.) No crossbred dairy feeder steers will be allowed.  
2. All dairy feeder steers will be screened for specific dairy breed characteristics (i.e. Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, Milking Shorthorn) at this time.
3. Feeder steers must weigh from 300 to 700 pounds to exhibit at the county fair.
4. Animals that don’t make the 300 minimum weight will be allowed to show in Showmanship class but will not compete in the Dairy Feeder Show. Animals that weigh over 700 pounds may move to the Dairy Beef Steer Show.
5. Dairy feeder steers will be shown according to their breed and weight at the county fair. Classes will be formed by the Fair Board Cattle Superintendent.
6. Each exhibitor may exhibit a maximum of five steers in the show.
7. All dairy feeder steers must be properly dehorned and castrated prior to the Fair. Freshly castrated steers will not be allowed to show.
8. Clipping of 4‑H dairy feeder steers is optional, as is the use of show sticks.

Indiana 4-H Dog

The dog project requires a 4-H member to participate in the Paw Pounders 4-H Dog Club here in Johnson County in order to exhibit/show at the fair.  

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Dog Guidelines

RULES:

1. Dogs must be born prior to October 1^st. OWNERSHIP DEADLINE FOR ALL DOGS IS MARCH 1^st. Refer to the Johnson Co. 4‑H General Rules and Policies for member enrollment deadline(s).
2. No new handlers and/or dogs will be accepted after March 1^st. Dog club registration form, and signed club agreement must be turned in to 4‑H Dog Club Leaders by March 1^st.
3. A dog shown in the dog project must belong to the 4‑H member or to a member of his/her immediate family. The dog may be shown with only one handler who has cared for the dog.
4. Dogs must have Certificate of Vaccination 4‑H form 671 for Rabies, Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Bordetella (kennel cough), and Parvovirus vaccinations within the past 12 months. Vaccinations must remain current. Any dog whose vaccinations expire must be re-vaccinated and have an updated form 671. Dogs must also have an up-to-date Rabies Certificate. The Certificate of Vaccination must be filled out, must be initialed on each vaccination line by vet, and returned to the 4‑H Leader, along with Rabies Certificate, when the dog comes to first class. No dog may attend classes or be exhibited if showing symptoms of any communicable disease or parasite.
5. Certain required vaccinations have not been proven effective in wolf-hybrids; therefore, because wolf-hybrids cannot meet the vaccination requirements of the Indiana Board of Animal Health, wolf-hybrid dogs cannot be shown in the 4‑H Dog Program.
6. Dogs must be brought to class on 6’ leather or fabric leash. 4‑H members must be able to control any dogs brought to class. Flexi/retractable leads are NOT acceptable.
7. Obedience classes:  Dogs must wear a well fitted slip, buckle, or martingale collar made of leather, or fabric without tags. A head halter may be used during beginning training classes (not during any judged event). Choke chains or prong collars are NOT permitted at Dog Club meetings or judged events.
8. Agility:  Dogs must wear a flat buckle collar without tags. The 4‑H leader may make exceptions on a case by case basis for beginning training classes. Dogs must be 15 months old prior to June 1^st to show Agility.
9. Showmanship:  A Showmanship lead is required for practice and show.
10. Appropriate attire and safe and secure footwear are required for all club meetings and judged events.  Exposing cleavage, bare midriff, or buttocks is inappropriate.  Short-shorts, short skirts, spaghetti straps, low cut shirts, bare midriffs, etc. are not appropriate clothing.  Smooth/slick soled boots, high heels, backless slip-ons, loose fitting shoes, floppy or open-toed sandals, or other unsafe footwear are not allowed during training sessions or shows. Inappropriate attire and footwear will be penalized in the judged events.
11. Female dogs in season may not be brought to any meeting or judged events. 4‑H members are encouraged to attend class. Female dogs in heat may not show at County Fair.
12. 4‑H members are required to clean up after their dog. Bring bags and paper towels to each class. Dogs fouling the ring in a show will receive a 10 point deduction for each occurrence.
13. Any dog that displays signs of aggression toward other dogs or people will be asked to discontinue attending the meetings and events. This decision will be made at the discretion of the 4-H Paw Pounders Dog Club leaders in the interest of safety to other dogs, 4-H members and Leaders.
14. Every dog exhibited must be shown in obedience. First and 2nd year members are restricted to 1 dog/handler team. Third year members and beyond may show two (2) dogs WITH approval of the Dog Club leaders. At NO time shall a member have more than two (2) dogs for Dog Club.  The dogs must be shown in different judging class levels of obedience, and agility.
15. The 4‑H member may not move back to a lower class than the one they entered in a previous year with the same dog.
16. Dog/handler teams showing in Obedience 1C or Agility Beginning C are not eligible for the respective Obedience or Agility Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Awards. Handlers may not use a score from Obedience 1C or Agility Beginning C to compete for additional awards based on score earned. The C classes are for dog/handler teams who are not ready to exhibit off-leash in the regular sequence of classes.
17. Abusive behavior to a dog (including HITTING or KICKING a dog and using EXCESSIVE FORCE on a dog’s collar or dog) and SHOWING POOR SPORTSMANSHIP at any 4‑H activity is unacceptable. The member will receive instruction in proper behavior. Repeated offenses will warrant discipline up to and including time outs, discussion with parents, dismissal from the session and/or dismissal from the dog program.
18. All 4‑H members who complete the dog project may show one dog at State Fair. The 4‑H form 671 Certificate of Vaccination MUST GO WITH 4‑H member TO STATE FAIR to be able to show; be sure to ask for it. State Fair information and entry forms are available at the Extension Office. Indiana 4‑H Dog Project information, including score sheets, is available at: https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/projects/4-h-project-dog.html.
19. State Fair 4‑H Dog Show rule changes are made after the Johnson County rules have been approved.  Members will be notified if the Johnson County rules are amended to be in accordance with State Fair rule changes.
20. No treats, treat bags, training aids (for example: clickers) or toys are allowed in the judging ring or staging area for shows except bait for showmanship.
21. All members must pass the Foundation Test prior to moving on to additional activities within Dog Club. (i.e.: Agility, Showmanship). Members must pass the Foundation Test prior to May 1^st to show in events other than Obedience at Fair.
22. First place exhibitors in each class must receive a score of at least 50% of the maximum points to be designated as Champion and receive a Champion trophy.
23. Parents MUST remain in designated observation area unless asked by Dog Club leader to remain with dog/handler team.

EXHIBIT:

PROJECT COMPLETION AND EXHIBITION – Handlers with dogs must submit Dog Club Registration form by March 1 to participate in the Dog Project. Dog Project enrollees must submit the Record Sheet and do entries online via FairEntry before July 1 to complete the dog project. Only members who complete the dog project may exhibit at the County Fair.

OBEDIENCE JUDGING CLASS LEVELS

Rules not covered below, including dog jump heights, will be based on AKC rules: www.akc.org/rules/obedience.cfm. Thorough exercise descriptions are included in “Showing in 4‑H Obedience: A Guide to the Indiana State Fair 4‑H Dog Show” which can be found at: https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/_docs/projects/dog/4-h-1009-w.pdf

• Obedience level 1A is only open to 4‑H members and dogs who are both in their first year of the project. Any 4‑H member or dog with formal obedience training before January 1st of the current year must show in Level 1B or higher.  Training is considered dog participation in obedience or handling classes or dog being trained by an individual who has previously participated in obedience or handling classes.

• A 4‑H member who has previously participated in the 4‑H dog project must start a new dog in obedience level 1B or higher. 
• Obedience level 1C is for handlers and dogs who are not ready to exhibit at the 1B or 2A level. Teams may train with either the 1B or 2A class. This is not a State Fair class.
• The Obedience Veterans level is for 4‑H members whose dogs are at least 7 years old or are physically challenged. The dog must have completed at least 2B in previous years. Dogs that are physically challenged must be accompanied by a letter from a veterinarian stating that the dog is unable to perform jumping and/or retrieving exercises. A dog may not be shown by the same handler in any other obedience judging class level once they have competed in the Veterans Judging Class Level.
• A dog and handler may skip up levels if they desire.
• Obedience levels 1B, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A, and 6A are not repeatable with the same dog.
• Obedience levels 1C, 2B, 3B, 4B, 5B, 6B and Veterans may be repeated with the same dog.
• Dogs with an AKC CD title must show in level 3A or higher.
• Dogs with an AKC CDX title must show in 4B or higher.
• Dogs with an AKC UD title must show in 6B.
• Tie scores in obedience classes will be broken as follows: a) scores will be compared for each area of the obedience competition, beginning with the first exercise on the score sheet and proceeding down the sheet through the successive exercises; b) if the scores are tied in each exercise, the first exercise on the score sheet will be repeated in its entirety, in order to determine a winner.
• The high jump will be set at the same height as the 4‑H dog measures at the withers. Minimum height is 8”; maximum height is 36”. The broad jump distance will be twice the high jump height. The AKC rules list dogs which are approved for ¾ jump height.
• Stay exercises are judged as a group.

SHOWMANSHIP JUDGING CLASS LEVELS

Rules not covered below will be based on AKC rules:  www.akc.org/rules/juniors.cfm and the

“Indiana 4-H Dog Showmanship Guide”:  https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/_docs/projects/dog/4-h-716-w.pdf

Novice Showmanship – 4‑H member is in dog showmanship for the first time. Once an exhibitor has participated in Novice Showmanship, then he/she is no longer eligible and must advance to Junior, Intermediate or Senior Showmanship on the basis of their grade in school.

Junior Showmanship – 4‑H member is in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade on January 1 of current year.

Intermediate Showmanship – 4‑H member is in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade on January 1 of current year.

Senior Showmanship – 4‑H member in the 9th grade or above on January 1 of current year.

A Showmanship lead is required. Bait and food treats are allowed in Showmanship ring.

Proper attire for Showmanship: girls – dress, skirt and blouse, culottes, or dress pants; boys – dress pants, dress shirt; (coat and tie are optional.) Refer to general rules for details on appropriate shoes and attire.

Call-backs in Showmanship may occur for the judge to decide the final placing.

AGILITY JUDGING CLASS LEVELS

The Indiana 4‑H Dog Agility program modeled on American Kennel Club (AKC) rules, which have been modified to provide a program suitable for 4-H handlers. Agility rules not covered below will be based on the “Indiana 4-H Dog Agility Guide” at http://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/4H/4-H-1020-W.pdf

• Dogs with an agility title will be evaluated by a club leader and placed in the appropriate class.
• Dogs must be at least 15 months old prior to June 1^st to show in agility class.
• Each agility class will have five size divisions based on the dog’s height at the withers. The dog’s height is measured from the top of the withers straight to the ground while the dog is standing normally; not leaning or crouching. Awards will be granted by the agility class, not dog height.         
• 4 inches: for dogs 11 inches and under at the withers
• 8 inches: for dogs 14 inches and under at the withers
• 12 inches: for dogs 18 inches and under at the withers
• 16 inches: for dogs 22 inches and under at the withers
• 20 inches: for dogs over 22 inches at the withers
• The Pause Table will be at the hurdle height for each division.
• The Agility Veterans designation is for 4-H members whose dogs are at least 7 years old or are physically challenged. Dogs that are physically challenged must be accompanied by a letter from a veterinarian stating that the dog is unable to jump at full height. Veterans may jump one jump height lower than indicated by their actual height at the withers. At State Fair only dogs 7 years old and up are eligible for the Veterans designation. Physically challenged dogs under 7 years old are not eligible for Veterans designation at State Fair.
• Each agility class course will have an assigned course time (ACT) based upon the length and difficulty of the course. Toy Division, Division 1, giant breeds (as defined by UKC), and veterans receive an extra 5 seconds.
• Agility scoring will be based on UKC rules with a maximum of 200 points per run.  Points are deducted for faults made by the dog, faults made by the handler, and each second the run lasts over the Assigned Course Time.
• Ties within a class will be broken based upon the shortest course running time. Ties between classes for Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion will be broken based upon the lowest running time to assigned course time ratio.
• Handler must wear tied athletic shoes or walking shoes. (No sandals, western boots, etc.)
• Dog must wear a well fitting buckle collar with no tags.
• If a handler must put the leash on a dog to complete the run in an off leash class, then they automatically place after all the teams that competed without the leash in the class.

Beginning Agility A – 4‑H member has not previously participated in Beginning Agility. Must use 6’ leash.

Beginning Agility B – 4‑H member may have participated in agility before with either the current or a different dog.  Exercises must be off-leash.  Dog should repeat Beginning B until they can perform Intermediate level work.

Beginning Agility C – 4‑H member previously participated in Beginning A, but is not ready to work off leash. Must use 6' leash. Class will run Beginning A course. The team should repeat this class until they can work off leash. [Not a State Fair class.]

Intermediate Agility A – 4‑H member has not previously participated in Intermediate Agility.

Intermediate Agility B – 4‑H member has participated in Intermediate Agility before with either the current or a different dog. The dog should repeat this level until the dog can perform Advanced level work.

Advanced Agility A – 4‑H member has not previously participated in Advanced Agility.

Advanced Agility B – 4‑H member has participated in Advanced Agility before with either the current or a different dog. The dog should repeat this level until the dog can perform Excellence level work.

Excellence A – 4‑H member has not previously participated in Excellence Agility.

Excellence B – 4‑H member has participated in Excellence Agility before with either the current or a different dog.

TRICKS/FREESTYLE JUDGING CLASS LEVELS

Rules not covered below will be based on Junior Competitor Guidelines: 

http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/.

Novice – Any 1st year 4‑H member and dog performing a single trick or routine.

Intermediate – Any 2nd year 4‑H member and dog performing a routine or trick(s) with/out prop(s). 

Advanced – Any 3rd year + 4‑H member and dog demonstrating a routine or tricks with/out prop(s) and music.

Handlers must acknowledge judges and audience, explain what the performance will be, execute the performance, and again acknowledge the judges and audience before exiting the show area. Scoring for all levels and divisions is based on a maximum score of 200 points based on spectator appeal, creativity, dog performance, and handler showmanship, and how closely performance matches stated performance, with penalty deductions.

Paw Pounder Facebook is Johnson County 4H Paw Pounders Dog Club

Indiana 4-H Aggressive Dog Policy

The safety and well‐being of 4‐H members and volunteers is a primary concern with all Indiana 4‐H Program opportunities. Families should err on the side of caution in selecting a dog for the 4‐H member to exhibit. A dog that has a known history of aggression or biting is not appropriate for involvement in the 4‐H Program. On occasion, the 4‐H member may have difficulty managing their dog within the 4‐H Program. The following guidance has been provided for the Indiana 4‐H Dog Program as the owner/exhibitor of the dog bears responsibility for the dog’s actions. In the subsequent policy, the term “4‐H Dog Personnel” will include County 4‐H Volunteers, County 4-H Youth Development Extension Educators, State 4‐H Staff and appropriate County and State Fair Directors.

A dog that bites a human or another dog at any 4‐H Dog Event must be immediately removed from that event by the 4‐H member and will subsequently be excused from the 4‐H Program. The member should be directed by 4‐H Dog Personnel on‐site to remove the dog if the member does not do so willingly. If a determination is made by the 4‐H Dog Personnel that a dog bit in self‐defense, it may be allowed to remain at the 4‐H Dog Event.

Dogs that display other signs of aggression, including but not limited to barking and standing ground, growling, lunging and snapping will be given one verbal warning. They will be removed from the event after the second violation at the same event. To be removed from a 4‐H Dog Event, there must be two violations at the same event.

Any dog that is removed from a 4‐H Dog Event due to aggressive behavior will be placed on probation for 2 weeks. Written notification of the probation will be given to the 4‐H member. The 2‐week period will start upon written notification to the 4‐H member. While on probation, the 4‐H Dog Personnel and the 4‐H member and parents will work together to determine the best course of action for the dog. This may include (but is not limited to) working individually with the dog and 4‐H member, asking the 4‐H member to use a different dog or having the 4‐H member attend events without their dog. At the end of the designated probation period, 4‐H Dog Personnel will make a determination regarding the dog’s return to 4‐H Dog Events.

Dogs that are removed from a 4‐H Dog Event twice will be immediately excused from the 4‐H program and will not be allowed to re‐enter. Excusing a dog from the 4‐H Program is rare but could be necessary for the safety of 4‐H members, volunteers and other participating dogs. Should a dog be excused from the program, it must be remembered that the action is against the dog and not the 4‐H member. 4‐H Dog Personnel should look at many solutions and encourage the 4‐H member to attend classes without their dog while training it at home or potentially bringing another dog to

4‐H events. 4‐H members will always be welcome in every other part of the dog project.

In the event that a dog is removed from a 4‐H Dog Event or excused from the 4‐H Program, 4‐H Dog Personnel should report such to the State 4‐H Office so that the information is available to all county 4‐H dog programs and the Indiana State Fair.

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Indiana 4-H Entomology

Indiana 4-H Sewing & Fashion Revue

Johnson County 4-H Fashion Revue - Sewing Garment Description Sheet (paper copies available at office)

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• Fashion Revue participants are encouraged to exhibit in the Sewing Project, but are not required to do so.
• Private Fashion Revue judging will be held prior to the Public Fashion Revue on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Narration needs to be submitted at this time. Preferably, this is to be written by the 4-H member.
• Eligibility:
  • All members enrolled in the Sewing project are eligible to participate.
  • Garments modeled must have been made by the participant since the previous 4‑H exhibit or sewing division in which enrolled.
  • Senior-level participants can have one or more completely different outfits that can be modeled if they fit the criteria in the Fashion Revue Classes.
  • All entrants must participate in private judging and public revue to be eligible for awards.
• You will be asked to provide a fabric swatch for each item made for Fashion Revue.

Indiana 4-H Arts & Crafts

Indiana 4-H Craft Information Card 4-H 618A  (required card for exhibit, paper copies available at office)

Johnson County 4-H Arts & Crafts Manual (paper copies available at the office)

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• One completed picture ready to hang for home use—framed as a picture – prepared for hanging with screw eyes and wire hanger.
• Canvas art on a wooden frame is considered prepared for hanging provided item has screw eyes and wire for hanging.
• All Fine Arts exhibits must be signed or initialed on the front of the picture.
• All paint on exhibit must be dry.

Indiana 4-H Floriculture

Indiana 4-H Foods

Please use a Johnson County 4-H Foods Recipe Card (card updated for 2024) (paper copy availabe at the office)

See Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (revised 10/2022)

Indiana 4-H Forestry

Indiana 4-H Garden

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

All vegetables MUST BE WASHED PRIOR to judging.

Garden flowers must be displayed in a glass canning jar or glass vase, no plastic cups.

"Just for Fun” (NO STATE FAIR ENTRY)

1. Largest (by weight) pumpkin/squash
2. Largest (by weight) watermelon
3. Largest (by weight) tomato
4. Largest (by weight) potato
5. Largest (by weight) onion
6. Largest (by weight) head of cabbage
7. Largest (by diameter) sunflower head
8. Unusual growth forms

Indiana 4-H Genealogy

Indiana 4-H Geology

2024-goat-1st-2nd-year-reminders.pdf

Indiana 4-H Goat

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Goat Guidelines

RULES:

1. To exhibit at the county fair all goat wethers and wether dams will be identified by ear tag on May 4 from 8:30-10:30 am. at the fairgrounds (Exception: Lamancha Wethers—they must be tattooed). Wethers will also be weighed.
2. All registered does must have tattoos that correspond with their registration papers. All other does must have some form of identification (tattoos, tags, or microchips) refer to the ID requirement chart.  Any 4-H’er using microchip as identification for their doe(s) must have the appropriate microchip reader available for the barn Superintendent.
3. All Dairy & Pygmy breeding animals must be dehorned. Tipping is not sufficient.
4. Every Goat must have a collar and tie chain available to secure the animal in the pen.
5. An exhibitor is limited to two entries per class and two wethers per weight class.
6. Each 4‑H member may exhibit a maximum of 6 wethers. Each exhibitor may unload and show a maximum of 18 goats for all classes. This may include dairy, meat, pygmy or a combination of all three.  This may also be a combination of does and wethers.
7. All does 2 years of age and over must have kidded at least once in order to be eligible to show.
8. Suggested Show Attire:

Dairy Breeding & Showmanship: – It is recommended that the exhibitor wear a white blouse or shirt and white or tan pants.  (NO SHORTS.  No tank tops.  No spaghetti straps.)  Shirts must be long enough to be tucked in if needed.

Meat, Pygmy & Specialty Breeding & Showmanship – It is recommended that the exhibitor wear a western shirt or blouse and blue jeans.  (NO SHORTS.  No tank tops. No spaghetti straps.)  Shirts must be long enough to be tucked in if needed.

Wether Show – It is recommended that the exhibitor wear a western shirt or blouse and blue jeans.  (NO SHORTS.  No tank tops. No spaghetti straps.)  Shirts must be long enough to be able to be tucked in if needed.

DAIRY GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

Only registered dairy does will be allowed to compete in respective breed classes.  The Johnson County Fair recognizes 9 dairy breeds.  Registration papers must be available to the Superintendent at all times for these breeds.  All other dairy does will compete in the Grade classes.  All Grade dairy does must be from a dam and sire of dairy origin.

Dairy Goat Breeds

Dairy Goat Show Classes

PYGMY GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

All Pygmy animals must be of a dam and sire of pygmy origin, and can be Registered or Non-Registered animals.

SPECIALTY GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

The Johnson County Fair recognizes 4 Specialty breeds and can be Registered or Non-registered animals.  All Specialty goats must be from a dam and sire of one Specialty breed.  All Fiber goats must provide a sample of fiber in a zip-lock bag to be judged with the animal.

COMMERCIAL GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

Commercial doe classes are offered for any meat doe not eligible for the Percentage Boer or Fullblood/Purebred Boer classes. All animals in the senior doe classes must have kidded.

BOER GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

Only registered Percentage Boer does and Fullblood/Purebred Boer does are eligible to compete in the Boer Goat show.  Registration papers must be available to the Superintendent at all times.

MARKET GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

Intact male goats are not permitted to be shown at the fair.  Male goats must be banded by weigh-in.  All wethers must have milk teeth to be shown in market goat classes and sell in the Livestock Auction.

All dairy wethers must be from a dairy dam and sire.  All Pygmy wethers must be from a Pygmy dam and sire.  All other wethers must be shown in the meat wether show.

Minimum sale weight for dairy and meat goat wethers is 40 lbs.  For Pygmy, Kinder, Nigerian Dwarf, and Tennessee Fainting wethers, minimum livestock sale weight is 25 lbs.

All wether dams must be shown with milk teeth in place. Wether dams are not eligible to show in the breeding doe show. Wether dams are not eligible for Rate of Gain.

GOAT SHOWMANSHIP

CLASSES

• Junior-Grades 3, 4, 5 – on January 1 of the current year. 
• Intermediate-Grades 6, 7, 8 – on January 1 of the current year. 
• Senior-Grade 9 and above – on January 1 of the current year. 

The four goat specie showman will compete for the Overall Senior Showman.  The Overall Senior Showman will represent the Goat Department in the Master Showmanship Contest.

HERDSMAN AWARD

• Exhibit identified by name.
• Clean bedding at all times.
• Animals to be clean at all times.
• Area should be clean and neat at all times.
• Feed pans out of pen when not in use.
• When not working with your goats, all equipment should be put away.
• If fans used, they must have safety guard and be secured safely.
• Aisle ways must be clean and open to public at all times.
• Answer any questions from the public in a professional way.  If you don’t have the answer, direct them to someone who would.
• Help new goat members adjust.
• Help fellow 4‑H members show their goats if needed.

GOAT RATE OF GAIN CONTEST

1. Johnson County 4‑H members enrolling goat wethers are entered in the goat rate of gain contest .
2. Goat wethers entered in the rate of gain contest must be brought to the Johnson County Fairgrounds May 4 to be weighed and the ID number read or applied and recorded.
3. Only goat wethers shown at the Johnson County Fair are eligible for awards in this contest.
4. Finished weight will be taken at weigh-in at the fair. Goat wethers to be declared on fair weigh-in day.
5. Daily rate of gain will be calculated from actual date of weigh-in to weigh-in at fair.
6. Rate of Gain will be figured for Dairy, Pygmy and Meat Wethers.

PRIDE OF THE BARN AWARD

The Pride of the Barn Award is based on the following point system:

**Members receive 10 points for each individual obtained as a sponsor.  In order to get credit for an award sponsor, the award sponsor form and money must be turned in no later than the last meeting in June to the specified Goat Club Leader.

Indiana 4-H Health

Indiana 4-H Home Environment

Indiana 4-H Horse

Johnson County General Animal Rules & Information

Johnson County Horse & Pony Guidelines

** ALL EQUINE EXHIBITED AT COUNTY FAIR WILL BE REQUIRED TO BE STALLED FROM SUNDAY @ 12: OO NOON THRU RELEASE TIME ON THURSDAY NIGHT. SUBJECT TO FACILITY CAPACITY. Stalled animals will not be released from the fairgrounds prior to 11:00 pm on Thursday.  Animals may arrive after 1:00 pm on Saturday.

** IN THE EVENT OF INJURY, SICKNESS OR DEATH OF AN ANIMAL, see Animal Project Rules.

**HORSE AND PONY POINT SYSTEM: In order to be eligible for the Horse and Pony Point System, a 4-H member must complete the Record Sheet and attend and participate in at least 2 Johnson County 4-H Horse and Pony club meetings during the 4-H year.

Members are recommended to attend at least 2 clinics/workshops with their horse during the 4-H year.

1. 10 points for demonstrations (individual or group) at meetings. May do a maximum of 3.
2. 50 points for attending and PARTICIPATING in each club meeting. 4-H member must sign attendance sheet before leaving each meeting.
3. 10 points per project for other completed 4-H projects.
4. 25 points for each contest (Horse Bowl, Hippology, Judging, and Communications) and 5 points for each practice meeting providing 4-H member competes in the contest. Points to be turned in by coaches.
5. 50 points per day--for participating with a horse--in each clinic or show offered by Johnson County Hoofprints. The attendance sheet for clinics must be signed by the 4-Her to receive credit.
   1. 10 points for attending and auditing the clinic without a horse. To receive credit, the 4-Her must be in or close to the arena during the clinic, stay the whole time, and be listening to the clinician.
6. 15 points for participating in any other 4-H sponsored activity or event (ex: Purdue Round-Up, Animal Science Workshop, 4-H Camp, State Fair Horse and Pony Show, etc.)
7. 10 points for participation in each club-wide money-making project per day of work (ex-chili supper, flower unloading, flower public sale). Additional awards may be given for each fundraiser based on sales.
8. 10 points for each individual obtained as a class sponsor for the county fair show regardless of dollar amount obtained. In order to get credit for class sponsors, the official class sponsor form and money must be turned in by the July deadline to Stephanie Dunn.
9. 15 points for participating in each 4-H Horse and Pony sponsored community service project.
10. 10 points for each color guard practice, providing the 4-H member signs attendance sheet. 25 points will be earned if Color Guard competes in a contest other than County Fair. Points to be turned in by coaches.
11. Any other point opportunities may be added as determined and announced by 4-H Leaders. Points for other club sponsored projects will be announced prior to the start of the project.

At the year-end banquet, Incentive Awards will be given to those 4-H members who have accumulated points in the following point divisions:

            100-199          200-299          300-399          400-499          500-599          600-699          700-799            800-899          900+

In order to be eligible for the incentive program the 4-H member must meet all completion requirements listed in the Johnson County 4-H General Terms and Conditions. The high point Junior, Intermediate, and Senior meeting these requirements will receive special awards.

Points may be accumulated between January 1st and August 31st.

ENROLLMENT RULES:

1. Any child wishing to participate in the Horse & Pony project should be enrolled in the Horse & Pony Club by January 15th.
2. Any 4-H animal enrolled must be owned by the 4-H member; owned in family corporation; owned in partnership with the member's father, mother, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, grandparent, legal guardian or leased. In case of protest, proof of ownership must be shown. If you are leasing an animal, refer to ownership rule #4 in the Indiana State 4-H Horse & Pony Handbook.
3. ONLY animals that are on the horse and pony ONLINE Animal Enrollment/identification may be used at Johnson County 4-H activities.
4. 4-H animals exhibited after the animal enrollment deadline (May 15) at any show by anyone other than the person listed on the ONLINE Animal Enrollment/identification will not be eligible to be shown in the 4-H show at the Indiana State Fair. This term/condition does not apply to sibling(s) and parents, who may show each other’s animals at any show during the year without jeopardizing State Fair eligibility. This policy applies to all 4-H animal projects. For animal projects without ONLINE Animal Enrollment/identification, the person who enters them in the Indiana State Fair 4-H show is the equivalent of the enroller of the animals. 4‑H animals are expected to be in the possession and regular care of the 4‑H member who owns/leases them (unless other arrangements have been agreed upon by the county 4‑H Council) from the animal enrollment deadline until the conclusion of the county and/or state fair.
5. Leasing is considered the equivalent of ownership of a 4-H animal. The 4-H member should be regularly involved in the care of the horse, regardless of where stabled, and the 4-H member should have exclusive show use of the animal during the 4-H lease period.
6. If family members are enrolling the same horse or pony for the county level, each member must complete ONLINE Animal Enrollment/identification for each animal. Siblings may co-enroll the same animal.
7. No animals may be substituted or traded for original animal after May 15th. In the event of the death of a 4-H enrolled animal (large or small animal projects) the 4-H member may complete the project by turning in the completed project Record Sheet (to date of death) by July 1 and turning in a poster about the project at Magill Hall, Thursday, July 14 between 9:00 and 9:45am.
8. All ponies may be measured according to State 4-H guidelines.
9. Foals will be listed as height of dam unless height exceeds that of dam. (Foals of ponies and horses should be shown in proper division.)
10. Animals will be placed in either the horse division or pony division according to heights. Animals 56" and below are ponies and those over 56" are classified as horses.
11. Each 4-H member may enroll as many animals as he/she wants. Mare and foal will count as one. Records must be kept on each animal enrolled.
12. No stallions are eligible to show except current year foals.
13. January 1 shall be considered birthday of all animals.
14. 4-H members age group definition:
15. Juniors: Grades 3–5 as of January 1
16. Intermediate: Grades 6-8 as of January 1
17. Seniors: Grades 9–12 as of January 1
18. All animals will be stalled during the Fair. Considerations for determination of stall assignments will be based on date of receipt of animal entry (online). Alternate action will be announced by the Horse & Pony Leaders’ Committee and/or the Horse & Pony Superintendent before the Fair starts if there are not enough stalls for all animals.
19. Instruction at 4-H Horse & Pony clinics, workshops, or other activities is to be provided by 4-H sanctioned leader or clinician only.

17.The 4-H animal may only be ridden or driven by the 4-H member who enrolled the horse, during a 4-H event or function.

 SHOW RULES:

18. By July 1 deadline, all horses to be shown and county fair class entries must be entered into FairEntry (online) You will do separate entries for each horse. Online entry and Record Sheet must be turned in to the Extension Office to be eligible to exhibit at county fair. To be eligible for any special awards (Showmanship championship, County Fair high point, etc), a 4-H member must attend and participate in at least 2 Johnson County 4-H Horse & Pony club meetings during the 4-H year and any required safety meetings. Members are recommended to attend at least 2 clinics/workshops with their horse during the 4-H year.
19. A member may show only one animal in any one class. During the county fair show, a member may have another Johnson County 4-H member show a 2nd project animal in the owner’s name, in a halter class. Each animal may be shown only once in a class.
20. 4-H members must show their own animals (except when Rule #4 or 5 applies). In case of sickness of or an injury to a 4-H member prior to the fair show, the owner or lessee may have the animal shown in the appropriate halter class by another Johnson County 4-H member with the approval of the 4-H Horse & Pony Committee (No Showmanship or Performance Classes). (Except when Horse & Pony Rule #15 and General Rule #5 applies.)
21. This is a 4-H member project and preparation should be done throughout the 4-H year. Parents, Trainers, Coaches, Helpers, etc. should avoid coaching from outside the ring during 4-H shows and activities.
22. At the Johnson County Fair, the 4-H animal exhibitor may receive CLIPPING AND GROOMING ASSISTANCE only from their immediate family which is defined as a father, mother, stepfather, stepmother, legal guardian, brother, sister, stepbrother, stepsister, grandfather, step-grandfather, grandmother, step-grandmother, aunt or uncle; or from another Indiana 4-H exhibitor, past Johnson County 4-H member or current 4-H leader. (See Rule 23).

*Guardianships granted on a temporary basis for the purpose of circumventing these terms and conditions will not be recognized as “family”.

*Refer to the Indiana 4-H Program Statement of Policy and the Behavioral Expectations of Johnson County 4-H Members regarding violations of rules and penalties. Individuals without a signed adult behavioral expectations form and/or those not complying with the adult behavioral expectations and providing assistance to a 4-H member may be excused from the show area based on Superintendent discretion.

23. Any past Johnson County 4-H member that will be assisting with clipping and grooming must have a signed Adult Behavioral Expectation form on file at the Extension Office by 4:30pm on July 1.
24. Refer to Johnson Co. 4-H Handbook for Grievance Policy.
25. All animals must be sound and healthy. Any questionable animals will be subject to removal from the show and/or grounds by the Superintendent and a majority of the Horse & Pony Leaders Committee.
26. Federally-approved drugs may be administered to horse and pony exhibits, subject to drug levels established by the United States Equestrian Federation. Animals may be checked at random for conformance with this rule.
27. All classes shall be conducted and judged according to the current Official Handbook of the Indiana 4-H Horse & Pony Program. (Available to members online or the Extension Office.)
28. Each class shall be judged and placed according to the judge's discretion. Decision of the judges will be final.
29. Riding of all animals is restricted to DESIGNATED AREAS.
30. Riders with gaming horses, riders with pleasure horses, and driving horses with carts will not share an arena at the same time.
31. Performance Classes will be divided at the Show Chairman's discretion.
32. All rules pertaining to tack and attire in the Indiana Horse & Pony Handbook will apply. Long pants, boots, and approved helmet must be worn when riding a horse or pony at any 4-H event. SPAGHETTI STRAPS AND BARE MIDRIFFS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE ATTIRE. Anyone not wearing appropriate attire will be asked to dismount.
33. All 4-H members are required to wear a properly fitted ASTM or SEI standard F1163 (or above) certified helmet whenever mounted, or driving, at a 4-H HORSE & PONY event, show or activity. The 4-H member is responsible to see that this specified headgear is properly fitted with the approved harness fastened in place whenever mounted. Original tags must be present in all approved helmets.
34. Two-minute gate calls will be observed in all classes. (Two minutes after the first horse enters the ring, the gate will be closed for that class.) Time will be allowed for tack changes only if notice is given before class enters ring.
35. Contesting horses will be brought to the arena in a controlled manner as determined by the judge before the beginning of the pattern. Assistance may be given by one (1) person of contestants’ choice (not show personnel). This person MUST leave the arena before the gate closes and the timer starts. Failure to enter or leave the arena in a controlled manner will result in disqualification, at the discretion of the judge. Running or galloping into the arena is an automatic disqualification, at the discretion of the judge. Show management may elect to allow one horse to enter the ring while the previous horse is departing the ring.

HI–POINT COUNTY FAIR EXHIBITOR AWARD –Junior, Intermediate, Senior – MOST POINTS EARNED WITH (1) HORSE/RIDER COMBINATION SHOWING THE COUNTY FAIR SHOWS. Special Events do not count towards award. Ex.: Versatility, Costume, Musical Freestyle, & Fun Show events.

STATE FAIR - Refer to Indiana State Fair (www.indianastatefair.com) or Indiana 4-H (www.extension.purdue.edu/4h) websites for eligibility requirements.

Call the Extension Office if any questions.

Indiana 4-H Junior Leaders

Additional Johnson County Guidelines:

RECORD SHEETS – All Junior Leaders must complete the following requirements as listed on the Junior Leader Record Sheet. The completed Record Sheet is due in the Extension Office on or before AUGUST 1. 

• Work at least one shift in the Junior Leader Coke Stand at the Johnson County 4‑H and Agricultural Fair
• Volunteer as a project assistant during project judging or project release at the Johnson County 4‑H and Agricultural Fair
• Find a team building or recreational activity and share it with your regular club
• Earn 150 points by doing the following:
  • 20 points per scheduled Junior Leader meeting (You must sign-in to receive credit!)
  • 10 points for each 4‑H Community Service project (This includes any 4‑H community service project and not just Junior Leaders.)
  • 10 points for special Junior Leader trips/activities
  • 10 points for doing a demonstration for a 4‑H club meeting or Junior Leader meeting
  • 20 points for one extra Coke Stand shift (Note that you may only earn points for ONE extra shift)
  • Poinsettia sales—5 pts. for 1-7 plants sold; 10 pts. for 8-40 plants sold; 20 pts for 41 or more plants sold; highest overall seller gets 10 more pts; 10 pts. for helping unload the truck or assisting during poinsettia pickup
  • 10 points for assisting with fair set-up and/or tear-down
  • 10 points each for extra project judging assisting (Remember that one time is required!)
  • 20 points each for being a camp counselor, mini-camp counselor, or a 4‑H Ambassador
  • 10 points for documented recruitment of a new member to 4‑H (Requires verification on your record sheet from your 4‑H leader)
  • 10 points each for being a 4‑H club officer and/or a Junior Leader officer

NOTE: The Junior Leader club generally meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings start in October of the previous calendar year and are open to all Johnson County 4‑H members in the 7th – 12th grades. For more information on this project, please contact Purdue Extension – Johnson County at 317-736-3724.

Johnson County 4-H Junior Leader Record Sheet Updated 2024

Indiana 4-H Arts & Crafts

Indiana 4-H Craft Information Card 4-H 618A  (required card for exhibit, paper copies available at office)

Johnson County 4-H Arts & Crafts Manual (paper copies available at the office)

Indiana 4-H Arts & Crafts

Indiana 4-H Craft Information Card 4-H 618A  (required card for exhibit, paper copies available at office)

Johnson County 4-H Arts & Crafts Manual (paper copies available at the office)

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• A member may enter no more than two (2) models. If entering 2 models, they must be separate displays.  For example, if entering a car and a truck, they must be on two separate display boards.
• Boards used for displaying models must be rigid and not be more than one inch larger than the model. Use of display board or display case is required, the model must be attached to the board. Suggested methods of attachment include string, twist-ties, or wire that can be removed during judging and replaced for display.

Indiana 4-H Arts & Crafts

Indiana 4-H Craft Information Card 4-H 618A  (required card for exhibit, paper copies available at office)

Johnson County 4-H Arts & Crafts Manual (link coming soon, paper copies available at the office)

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

A member may enter more than one needlecraft exhibit.  If entering more than one, the exhibits need to be different types of needle crafts (ex. you cannot enter two knitting, but you could enter one knitting and one crocheting).

Indiana 4-H Photography

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

There will be a Grand and Reserve Grand Champion awarded each for print board exhibits and for salon prints. (Experimental will be considered a salon print.)

4-H Member may make one entry each in 

• Black and White Print Board
• Color Print Board
• Black and White Salon Print
• Color Salon Print
• Creative/Experimental Salon Print

Indiana 4-H Poultry

Johnson County Animal General Rules and Information

Johnson County Poultry Guidelines

RULES:

1. All Poultry should be owned by and under the care of the 4‑H member by May 15.
2. Members must be present during the judging.
3. Poultry for exhibition shall be accompanied by a NPIP certificate. ALL birds exhibiting at the fair need to be tested.  IMPORTANT – The birds must have:

• originated directly from a National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) Pullorum-Typhoid certified clean flock within one year; OR
• had a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within ninety (90) days prior to exhibition.
• *THERE WILL BE NO TESTING AT THE FAIR.

Unhealthy animals will be excluded from exhibit or removed from exhibit display.

4. Each exhibitor must leave at least one poultry exhibit on display during the fair. Additionally, all trophy winners must be left for display.  All other poultry will be taken home after the show.  Exhibitors are responsible for taking care of their Poultry project twice a day while at the fair. This includes food, water, grooming, changing litter in trays, sweeping under their cages, and illness checks.  Additionally, a cage tag will be displayed with the breed information (color, sex and age class), 4-H member’s name and 4-H member’s club name.  If an exhibitor’s poultry is not left for exhibit, all premiums and trophies will be forfeited.
5. All birds will be judged according to the American Standard of perfection and authorized by the American Poultry Association. Exhibitors MUST know the breed(s) of bird(s) being exhibited. Any bird entered in the wrong class group will be disqualified. 
6. Each 4‑H member may make up to 4 entries per class group. Entries will be limited to 24 total birds. Only birds entered in a class may be shown or exhibited at the county fair. Premium money will only be paid for each completed project category. Must have a clean cage card to get premium money.
7. All birds must be brought to the show in carrying cases with solid bottoms.
8. Each exhibitor who has shown from a Poultry Roaster or Poultry Broiler class may sell one exhibit at the livestock auction. Sale entry is due at the Fair Office by Noon, Monday, July 17. 
9. Any 4‑H member who is entering the Poultry project for the first time is strongly encouraged to attend at least two meetings of the Beaks N Bills Club.

EXHIBIT:

Exhibition Chicken Classes:

Standard (Large Fowl)

• American Class – Plymouth Rock, Wyandottes, Javas, Rhode Island Red, Dominiques, Buckeye, Chantecler, Rhode Island White, Jersey Giant, Lamona, New Hampshire, Holland, Delaware
• Asiatic Class – Brahma, Cochin, Langshan
• English Class – Dorking, Redcap, Cornish, Orpington, Sussex, Australorp
• Mediterranean Class – Leghorn, Minorca, Spanish, Andalusian, Ancona, Sicilian Buttercup, Catalana
• Continental Class – Hamburg, Campine, Lakenvelder, Polish, Houdan, Faverolle, Crevecoeur, La Fleche, Barnevelders, Welsummers
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• All Other Standard Breeds Class – Frizzle, Games, Modern-Old English, Malay, Sumatra, Aseel, Shamo, Yokohama, Phoenix, Cubalaya, Sultan, Naked Neck (Turken), Araucana, Ameraucana

Bantams (Small Fowl)

• Game Bantams – Moderns, Old English (all colors)
• Single Comb, Clean Legged – Anconas, Andalusians, Austrolorps, Campines, Catalanas, Delawares, Dorkings, Dutch, Frizzles, Hollands, Japanese, Javas, Jersey Giants, Lakenvelders, Lamonas, Leghorns, Minorcas, Naked Necks, New Hampshires, Orpingtons, Phoenix, Plymouth Rocks, Rhode Island Reds, Spanish, Sussex
• Rose Comb, Clean Legged – Anconas, Antwerp Belgians, Belgian Bearded d’Anvers, Dominiques, Dorkings, Hamburgs, Leghorn, Minonca, Redcaps, Rhode Island Red, Rhode Island Whites, Rosecombs, Sebrights, Wyandottes
• All Other Combs, Clean Legged – Ameraucana, Araucanas, Buckeyes, Chanteclers, Cornish, Crevecoeurs, Cubulayas, Houdans, La Fleche, Malays, Polish, Shamos, Sicilian Buttercups, Sumatras, Yokohamas
• Feather Legged – Belgian Bearded d’Uccle Booted, Brahamas, Cochins, Faverolles, Frizzles, Langshans, Mille Fleur, Porcelain, Silkies, Sultans

Waterfowl Classes:                                                                             

• Ducks-Heavy Weight – Pekin, Aylesbury, Rouen, Muscovy                               
• Medium Weight – Cayuga, Crested, Swedish, Buff                                          
• Light Weight – Runner, Campbell, Magpie, Welsh Harlequin                           
• Bantam – Call, East Indie, other Bantam Varieties                                          
• Geese – Any Variety

Miscellaneous Fowl Classes:

• Peafowl & Game Birds – Pheasants, Doves, Quail, Chukars
• Turkey – Any Variety
• Guineas – Any Variety
• Pigeons – Fancy, Rare Ice, Performance, Utility

Commercial Chicken Classes: Commercial classes consist of 2 birds that are the same breed.

• Egg Production – Brown Egg, White Egg
• Broilers (6-8 weeks of age and not over 5.5 lbs. on day of show)
• Roasters (8-12 weeks and weigh over 5.5 lbs. on day of show)

DESCRIPTIONS OF BIRDS:

• A.O.V.—all other varieties
• A.O.C.—all other classifications
• Broilers—two (2) birds of the same sex, six (6) – eight (8) weeks of age and not over 5 1/2 pounds on day of show
• Hen—female bird one (1) year old or more day of show
• Old hen, duck, goose—a female bird one (1) year old or more day of show
• Old tom, drake, gander, cock—a male bird one (1) year old or more day of show
• Pullet—female bird less that one (1) year of age day of show
• Roasters—two (2) birds of the same sex, 8-12 weeks of age (over 5 1/2 pounds on show day.)
• Young hen, duck, goose—a female bird less than one (1) year of age day of show
• Young tom, drake, gander, cockerel—a male bird less than one (1) year of age day of show

SHOWMANSHIP: 4‑H members will demonstrate their ability to present birds that are clean, healthy, trained and manageable, along with the techniques of proper display.  This activity provides an opportunity to competitively demonstrate one's knowledge and skill in raising, conditioning, evaluating and handling poultry.

Indiana 4-H Rabbit

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Rabbit Guidelines

RULES:

1. All rabbits need to either be raised by the exhibitor or purchased and cared for by the exhibitor by May 15.
2. Each exhibitor may show up to 15 rabbits, (this does not include meat pens or single fryers) and may exhibit up to two in an individual class.

Exhibitors can show only breeds of rabbits currently approved by the American Rabbit Breeders Association, ARBA.  NO CROSSBREEDS.  (Except see Rule 14.) Only Rabbits entered in a class may be shown or exhibited at the county fair.

3. Each exhibitor may enter two meat pens and three single fryers. Meat pens will consist of three rabbits from the same commercial breed and variety, between seven and ten weeks of age and weigh between 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds. Single Fryers will also meet the age and weight requirements for meat pens.  Meat pen exhibits ownership deadline is 40 days before County Fair show date for County Fair show only.
4. All rabbits must be permanently marked in the left ear. There will be no tattooing at the Fair.  The exception is pet rabbits, which can be marked with a marker.
5. All rabbits must be brought to show in carrying cases with solid bottoms.
6. Each exhibitor is responsible on Judging Day for carrying his/her rabbit to and from the judging table.
7. Breeds will be judged determined by show superintendent. All classes will be judged according to ages, sex, and weight as established by the State Fair Rules. These rules are established by the American Rabbit Breeders Association.
8. Each exhibitor may sell a single meat pen or single fryer. Sale entry is due at the Fair Office by noon Monday, July 15. A rabbit sold in the sale and returned to the owner CANNOT be shown in 4‑H classes again.
9. Any rabbit showing signs of sickness or disease must be removed from the grounds. No health papers are needed.
10. Each exhibitor must leave at least one rabbit on display: Additionally, all trophy winners must be left for display. All other rabbits will be taken home after the show. Exhibitors are responsible for taking care of their project daily while at the fair. This includes food, water, grooming, and illness checks, changing the tray under rabbit, sweeping under their cage, and feeding the rabbit.

Additionally, a cage tag will be displayed with the breed information (color, sex and age class), 4‑H members name and 4‑H members Club Name. If a rabbit is not left for exhibit, all premiums and trophies will be forfeited.

11. There will be no Does with litter allowed at the Fair.
12. Awards:

Best of Variety             Best opposite sex variety                    

Best of Group              Best opposite sex of Group

Best of Breed               Best opposite sex of Breed                 

Best 4 Class                 Best 6 Class    

Best in Show

13. Any 4‑H member who is entering the Rabbit project for the first time is strongly encouraged to attend at least two meetings of the Jo. Co. Rabbiteers Club.
14. A separate competition will be held for pet rabbits. A pet rabbit is one that does not fit into any A.R.B.A. class – such as a mixed breed, spayed or neutered, or not a recognized variety.  There will only be two awards given for pet rabbits – best buck and best doe.  Rabbits entered as pets will not be eligible to be shown in any other class.
15. In order to receive a Best of Breed trophy, the rabbit must meet the A.R.B.A. standards for that breed. The breed should also be registered with one of the Jo. Co. Rabbiteers Club leaders before May 15th so that a trophy can be secured for that breed. 
16. The 52 breeds of rabbits recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association.  ***Two new breeds added for 2024 by ARBA are Blue Holicer & Czech Frosty.

Note:  In addition to the above ARBA age requirement there are weight requirements.  All rabbits must be a minimum weight to be exhibited.  Please check the ARBA Standard of Perfection for these requirements.  If you are not sure of the breed or variety/color or age of your rabbit(s), look at your rabbit’s pedigree papers, check with the individual you purchased the rabbit from, or check with your 4‑H leader.

EXHIBIT:

MEAT CLASSES

• Meat Pen, between 7-10 weeks of age not over 70 days old when shown and 3 ½ to 5 1/2 pounds. Three commercial rabbits from the same breed and variety.
• Single Fryer, a rabbit weighing 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds and not over 10 weeks of age the day of show.
• Roaster, a single commercial breed rabbit, weighing 5-8 pounds and less than 6 mo.  of age the day of the show.
• Stewer – a single commercial breed rabbit weighing 8 pounds or more and 6 mo.  or older the day of show.

OTHER CLASSES

Showmanship

1. Novice – 4‑H member in the 3rd or 4th grade on January 1st of the current year.
2. Junior – 4‑H member in the 5th or 6th grade on January 1st of the current year.
3. Intermediate – 4‑H member in the 7th or 8th grade on January 1st of the current year.
4. Senior – 4‑H member in the 9th or 10th grade on January 1st of the current year.
5. Master – 4‑H member in the 11th or 12th grade on January 1st of the current year.

STATE FAIR ENTRY:  Any 4‑H member exhibiting at the County Fair and officially enrolled in the project by May 15 may exhibit rabbits at the State Fair.

Indiana 4-H Sewing & Fashion Revue

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

If desired, pattern envelopes and instructions may be brought with you at the time of judging.  However, it is not necessary to turn the pattern envelope and instructions in with your project.

Seam finishes are recommended on all exposed seams. “Pinked” edges (fabric edges that have been cut with pinking shears) are acceptable for Level A (Grades 3 and 4) projects.  For all other Levels and Grades, it is recommended seams be finished either with a stitch (straight stitch, zig-zag, serged, etc.) Hong Kong seam finish, or other acceptable method of finishing a seam to ensure that it does not ravel.

Woven cotton or cotton-blend fabrics are suggested for Grades 3 through 5.

Bring your sewing wearable exhibit to the fair on appropriate hanger(s).  Jacket on suit hanger, skirt and pants on clip hangers, etc.

Indiana 4-H Sheep

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Sheep Guidelines

RULES:

1. Ram lamb classes are available. A commercial ram lamb class is offered.   Registered ram lambs must have an identification that matches their registration papers.  Commercial rams must have a flock ear tag.  Ram lambs are not State Fair eligible.
2. A 4-H market lamb or breeding ewe identified in the ONLINE Animal Enrollment/identification in a particular breed may be changed to the commercial division when fair entries are made. A sheep identified as a commercial or crossbred animal will not be allowed to switch to a purebred classification after May 15.
3. Each exhibitor may exhibit a maximum of 10 sheep total. A maximum of two market lambs per weight class. In the breeding stock show, a maximum of two animals per singles class and one entry per pair class.
4. At Weigh-in ALL blankets must be removed. Minimum weight for lambs exhibited in breeding and market classes can be no less than 70 pounds. The minimum weight for the Livestock Sale is 70 pounds.
5. Breeds will be judged in alphabetical order.
6. Market lambs will be shown by breed and weight classes.
7. Market lambs must show breed characteristics of the breed in which they are entered. Commercial is considered a breed. All market lambs will be checked at time of weigh‑in. The Department Superintendent and a committee of two Sheep Breeders will have final jurisdiction in any question arising in this area.
8. All lambs must have tail docked. No lambs will be shown with a tail. The exception to this rule would be a breed which does not have a tail docked because of breed trait.
9. All market lambs presented to the judge at the Johnson County Fair must be slick shorn. Top‑knot and leg wool below hocks will be allowed. 
10. Commercial ewes and commercial ram lambs must be shorn after July 1. Natural colored ewes shall have a minimum of 1 inch of fleece.  Registered ewes and ram lambs wool breeds should be shown in two-inch or less fleece. All other purebred should be shown in one inch or less fleece.
11. A ewe lamb may show in either the Market Lamb show or the Breeding show. The lamb may not be shown in both shows.
12. Each 4‑H sheep member must show his/her own animal. In the case of two entries in one class, the second animal can only be shown by a JOHNSON COUNTY 4‑H CLUB MEMBER.
13. Lambs/yearlings shown in pair classes must be entered and shown by the same 4‑H exhibitor.
14. Yearling ewes may be shown in the ring by two exhibitors. If two exhibitors are used, the 4-H exhibitor who owns the ewe being shown must hold the ewe’s head. Pairs in ewe lamb or yearling classes may have 3 exhibitors.
15. The direct application of ice, ice water, alcohol or Freon to the hide of an animal is strictly prohibited. NO paint allowed at all. This practice will result in the animal and exhibitor being disqualified immediately.
16. Any sheep exhibitor using excessive abuse on their animal (to include slapping lambs during the show). Excessive abuse shall also include punching of the animal. Exhibitor will be immediately disqualified and forfeit all awards won that year.
17. Animals must be presented in a clean manner at all times.
18. Any breed not listed below that is enrolled by May 15th will be shown in the All Other Breeds Class unless a sponsor is found or comes forward at that time to donate monies needed for the awards. If award sponsorship is obtained, it will be added as a breed class.

BREEDS:

EXHIBIT:

CLASSES:

Single Ram Lamb                                             Single Yearling Ewe

Pair Ram Lambs                                               Pair Yearling Ewes       

Single Ewe Lamb                                              Market Lamb  

Pair Ewe Lambs                                              

Supreme Champion Ram

Supreme Champion Ewe

Grand Champion Market Lamb

4‑H PRIDE OF THE BARN AWARD

1. Open to all Johnson County 4‑H sheep exhibitors.  No entries are required.
2. All exhibits will be graded Monday through Thursday of fair week. Grades will be awarded according to the following criteria:

1. Clean bedding at all times.
2. Clean water at all times and changed once daily.
3. Feed pans out of pen and/or neatly displayed.
4. Sheep clean at all times.
5. Tack pen neat and orderly.
6. Exhibit identified ‑ name, address, breed, 4‑H Club, farm name, etc.
7. Pen decorations are optional.
8. If sheep blankets are used, they should be clean and fit the animal.
9. Be a good neighbor ‑ answer any and all questions from the public in a professional manner.
10. At least one aisle in your area must be open to the public at all times.
11. Safety guards on all fans.
12. When you are not working with your sheep, put away all equipment and clean your area.

GRADING:  Points accumulated in this area will be applied to the Master Shepherd Award.  The Award for the winner in this area will be given by Harrell Brothers Sheep Services.

4‑H LAMB GROOMING CONTEST

1. Participants must be Johnson County 4‑H sheep exhibitors. 
2. Contestants will furnish their own animal and have all necessary equipment for the contest.
3. The contest is divided into the following groups: Juniors (grades 3, 4 & 5); Intermediates (grades 6, 7 & 8); and Seniors (grades 9 & above).
4. Washing prior to the contest will be permitted for breeds that normally wash.
5. Both breeding and market lambs can be entered.
6. Each participant will trim or shear the lamb without assistance or advice during the contest.
7. Participants will be judged on the handling, trimming, shearing and appearance of the animal, as well as the conditioning of the fleece in accordance with the 4‑H “sheep fitting score card.”
8. Time will be limited to one (1) hour for the Junior, Intermediate, and Senior groups.
9. Three awards will be given.  One (1) to the first prize winner in each division.
10. Show attire – shorts, tank tops, spaghetti straps and bare midriffs are not acceptable in the show arena.  Long pants and collared shirts that are tucked in are appropriate show attire.
11. Participants are responsible for cleaning their area after the contest.

The animal may be prepared for a market lamb or a breeding stock show.

Points accumulated in this event will be applied to the Master Shepherd Award.

4‑H LAMB SHOWMANSHIP CONTEST

1. Open to all Johnson County 4‑H Sheep Exhibitors.  Entry will be made online in FairEntry and verified at check-in.
2. Points awarded in this contest will be applied to the Master Shepherd Award.
3. There will be a Junior, Intermediate and Senior Division.
4. Exhibitors MUST show their own animal and it MUST have been exhibited in the show.

JOHNSON COUNTY 4‑H MASTER SHEPHERD AWARD

1. Open to all Johnson County 4‑H sheep exhibitors.  No entries are required prior to the Fair.  
2. All members participating in 5 out of the 6 events and earning 65 points can win a Master Shepherd Award.  All Master Shepherd Award winners will receive a plaque.
3. A trophy will be presented to the member receiving the highest score.  Point totals will be calculated by the sheep superintendent.  All awards are sponsored by the Johnson County Fair Board.

Indiana 4-H Shooting Sports

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

All 4‑H members are strongly encouraged to participate in an Indiana Hunter Safety Education Program.  More information can be found on the following website:  www.inhea.com.

Indiana 4-H Small Engine

Indiana 4-H Soil & Water Science

Indiana 4-H Sportfishing

Indiana 4-H Swine

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Swine Guidelines

RULES:

1. All members who plan to exhibit swine are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to include ear notch pictures on each pig that you submit in 4-H Online.  If ear notches are entered incorrectly at the time of enrollment, we can pull the pictures to verify later at the county fair. 
2. Each swine member will be allowed to exhibit a MAXIMUM of 4 animals.
3. The minimum weight for showing barrows is 180 lbs. (Exceptions to be determined at discretion of department superintendent.)
4. All barrows and gilts must be farrowed on or after December 1, 2023.
5. Purebred gilts will be divided by age with not more than a 30-day spread in a class (not automatically January, February and March).  Crossbred gilts will be listed according to weight and divided into approximately even classes.

EXHIBIT:

BREEDS/CLASSES

BARROWS & GILTS

Herdsman Award

The Swine superintendent or their designee will evaluate each 4-H member according to the following criteria: 

• Pen assignment sheets turned in on time before the fair.
• Cleanliness of pens and stalls.
• Care of animals (clean and attractive).
• Condition of bedding.
• Storing and placement of feed, equipment, etc.
• Cleanliness of aisles.
• General overall appearance.
• Courtesy to other exhibitors.

Premier Swine Exhibitor 

Open to all Johnson County 4-H Swine Members. All participants will accumulate scores to win award. Award will be presented during the Grand Champion Barrow Drive.

Herdsman                                            Showmanship

1st        30                                           1st       30

2nd       20                                           2nd      20

3rd        10                                           3rd       10

Pen/Pig Cleanliness Per Day

5 Points Clean Animals                         5 Points Clean Pens

Written Exam   Correct questions = Points awarded

Swine Department Sponsored Work Details     5 Points per detail

Swine Department Sponsored Seminars         5 Points per Seminar

Fair Notes from Barn Superintendent:

1. Tack can arrive on Friday before fair.
2. Swine can arrive after 8 am on Saturday. You may unload as you arrive.
3. Weigh-ins are on your own on Saturday from 7 pm – 10 pm, Sunday 8 am – 11 am. We will have staff at the scales during those times. Bringing your pigs to the scales for weigh-in will be on your own. Make sure you have plenty of help to get your animals to the scales.
4. Weigh cards will be available Saturday morning and must be filled out and brought to the scales with you at the time of weigh-in.
5. Only Barrows and Crossbred Gilts will be weighed. NO purebred gilts. (Exception: if you are selling a purebred gilt in the sale, she must go through the scales for an official weight.)
6. Official check-in will start Sunday morning at 8 am – 12 pm(noon) at the check-in tent on the west side of the Swine Barn.
   1. Please have purebred registration papers ready. All purebred swine must have registration papers.
   2. Bring your yellow weigh cards
   3. Have your carbon copy entry form completed before you arrive at the check-in tent. Forms will be available Saturday morning.
   4. Know your Born & Raised Breeder’s name and fill it in on the carbon copy entry form.
7. All swine exhibitors must attend the 12:30 pm orientation meeting in the indoor arena on Sunday.
8. Exhibitors’ written exam will be given immediately following the orientation. All questions come from the 4-H Swine Handbook.

Indiana 4-H Tractor & Mower Safety

4-H Members may choose to participate in the Johnson County Tractor & Mower Operator's Contest held on the Friday of judging week at 10:00 am.  The top three finishers in each level qualify for the Area Contest. 

Indiana 4-H Vet Science

Indiana 4-H Weather & Climate Science

Indiana 4-H Wildlife

Indiana 4-H Woodworking

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• Members are encouraged to make articles that are more difficult each year that they are enrolled in the project.
• No carved wood pieces in this project (they belong under Woodcraft under Arts & Crafts).

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

Exhibit Guidelines:

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

See 4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Owning or possessing an animal is not required.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Owning or possessing an animal is not required.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any specie related topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Owning or possessing an animal is not required.

Additional Johnson County Exhibit Guidelines:

• Horse & Pony, Small Animals and Any Other Animal categories will also be offered but are not State Fair eligible.
  • Small Animals include: Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Hedgehogs, Hermit Crabs; Birds such as Canaries, Finches, Parakeets or Parrots; Ferrets; Frogs; Lizards, Mice; Rats or Non-Venomous Snakes or pets
  • Any Other Animal includes: Any not already listed ( list includes cats, dogs, llama, poultry & rabbit which are State 4-H projects)
• Exhibits will be judged by age groups and species/categories.
• Suggested topics to get you started:
  • Beginner and Intermediate: Animal care, animal breeds, animal science, litter-training, treating my animal with care and respect, animal responsibilities, grooming skills, training my animal, de-clawing good or not, neutering or spaying, my animal is lost, determining animal costs, traveling with my animal, my animal's safety, me and my animal, and helping the handicapped
  • Advanced:  Understanding an animal show, planning an animal business, am I a role model?, animal genetics, animal organs and systems, exploring careers, learning about leadership, my animal quiz bowl, teaching others, having fun learning, protecting our environment, issues of animal welfare/rights, learning life-skills with the animal project, your animal and the law, food, an animal’s sense of smell, animal over-population problems, and animal health.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. Exhibits will be entered and judged in open session. 4‑H member must be present for judging.  Fish must be taken home after judging.
2. You may exhibit in three (3) classes. The classes may be subdivided by the judge whenever there are enough specimens to make a class.
3. Fish must be in owner's possession by May 15. Refer to Johnson Co. 4‑H General Terms and Conditions & Animal Project Rules for member enrollment deadline(s).
4. Fish shown as a pair cannot be shown as a single male or female, AND fish shown as a single male or female cannot be shown as a pair.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

1. A pair is a male and female livebearer and those egg layers which can be sexed. For difficult to sex egg layers – a pair is two matched fish.
2. A pair of betas must be shown in a divided tank or two separate bowls.
3. Please leave heavy livebearer females at home since we can’t be responsible for babies. You may exhibit the male as a single specimen.

BOWL CLASSES:  A bowl entry will consist of fish, water and plain fish bowl with at least one flat side.  NO rocks, greenery or artificial decorations.  A net or other cover permitting air circulation is suggested.

1. Livebearers – Guppies, pair
2. Livebearers – Other than Guppies, pair
3. Egg layers – pair
4. Single Specimen – Livebearer, Guppy
5. Single Specimen – Livebearer, Other than Guppy
6. Single Specimen – Egg layer

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Description:  The Auto/Truck project develops skills in auto/truck maintenance and ownership.

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Exhibit Guidelines:

See 4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any auto/truck skill of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Examples could include how to wash/wax the family car, checking tire pressure, explore a make and model of car you are interested in or describing a project you plan to do when you have a vehicle.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any auto/truck skill of choice that is age/grade appropriate. A display can include materials or parts utilized in completing a project. 

 Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any auto/truck skill of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Examples could include a description of your purchasing a vehicle, installing a stereo system, or careers in the auto industry.

Description:  Collections can be defined as the gathering of similar items, articles, objects, etc. The 4-H Collection project provides an avenue for collectors to exhibit one of their most enjoyable past times. As each year passes, the exhibitor will increase his/her collection.

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Exhibit Guidelines:

DIVISION/GRADE:       

• Beginner – Grades 3, 4, 5
• Intermediate – Grades 6, 7, 8
• Advanced – Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Exhibit six representative samples of your collection from one category. (You must exhibit six (6) different items every year.) Each exhibited item should be labeled with a number, which should correspond to the item number in the Collector’s Log.

In addition, a notebook or folder must be exhibited that includes a story, Collector’s Log, and Project Question Sheet. (These items may be computer generated).

Space size should not exceed 36” x 36” x 36”.  Any collection display that would exceed that space will need to be exhibited as photos in a notebook or on a standard poster. 

See 4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

NOTE: No knives, guns, or other weapons may be displayed; pictures of weapons may be displayed instead.

Johnson County 4-H Collections Manual 

Johnson County 4-H Collections Forms - Collector's Log, Project Question Sheet, My Story (Collector's Log is a suggested format, changes can be made to how the completed information is listed for exhibit.)

Description:  Creating with a Mix is using a boxed mix and changing it up to make something new.  It is a chance to explore adding additional flavors into a baked food product.  

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Exhibit Guidelines: 

1. The project is designed to use a mix as a base and using other non-essential ingredients to create a new product. All exhibits are to be baked items.
2. Remove the box label that shows the original preparation of the food and attach it to an 8½”x11” sheet of paper.
3. On the Johnson County 4-H Recipe Card, include complete recipe, and underline the TWO or more ingredients added to create the product. The additional ingredients must be baked into the product.

Note: Adding an additional egg when the recipe already calls for eggs is not considered an additional ingredient; nor is sprinkling powdered sugar on the top of your product.

4. Please put your name and club name on the 8½”x 11” sheet and the recipe card. Cover both of these in clear plastic. Wrap exhibitor's identification tag with plastic wrap for protection.
5. Place 4‑H Food products on a sturdy, disposable board or container no more than 1" larger than exhibit. Only pies may be exhibited in non-disposable containers.
6. If a 4-H members “mix” produces individual food items (ex: cookies, brownies, muffins, rolls, etc.) it is only necessary to bring 3 individual items, not the entire yield from the recipe. For all other exhibits (for instance, cakes, loaves, etc.) a portion of the total food product will be kept for display. 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

• Using a “mix,” create and exhibit 3 cookies or 3 brownies. Use at least two other ingredients in addition to those called for in "mix". Exhibit the "created" product recipe, box label with original recipe.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

• Using a "mix", create and exhibit your own cake or bread. Use at least two other ingredients in addition to those called for in "mix". Exhibit the entire product, and the “created” product recipe, box label with original recipe.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

• Using a "mix", create and exhibit your own non-perishable product. Use at least two other ingredients in addition to those called for in the “mix”. Exhibit 3 individual servings of cookies, brownies, rolls or muffins. Exhibit the entire cake or loaf of bread, and the “created” product recipe, box label with original recipe.

See Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (effective 10/2022)

Description:   The crops project is an opportunity to learn about raising crops such as hay, wheat, corn and soybeans. 

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

DIVISION/GRADE:

• Beginner – Grades 3, 4, 5
• Intermediate – Grades 6, 7, 8
• Advanced – Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. The following information must be attached to corn and soybean exhibits:
   1. Variety
   2. Date Planted
   3. Fertilizer Used
2. All exhibits must be from the current year's crops.
3. Wheat must be exhibited in clear gallon jars. Jars may be glass or clear plastic. No insecticide in jars.
4. Hay bales must be machine harvested—no hand cut bales.
5. No insecticide in jars.
6. This exhibit CANNOT BE ENTERED IN OPEN CLASS.
7. Corn and soybean plants will be judged on the basis of freedom from nutritional deficiency, root and stalk development, freedom from disease and insect damage, and general appearance and uniformity.

All crops, except hay, will be disposed of by the superintendent at the end of the fair.  Glass jars or containers will be returned to exhibitor at project check out. Hay will be returned to exhibitor at project check out and discarded if not picked up by the end of project check out.

See 4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Choose one or more options outlined below. 

Educational Exhibit Option:

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any of these crops that is age/grade appropriate.

Crop Specimen Options:

• Hay – One (1) or both
  • Alfalfa – ¼ bale of cured hay
  • Mixed – ¼ bale of cured hay
• Wheat – One (1) gallon from current crop.
• Corn – Two (2) stalks of corn with roots attached (wash roots clean).
• Soybeans – Five (5) stalks of soybeans with root system (wash roots clean).

Description:  The Cupcake Decorating project is a chance to have some fun decorating cupcakes while exploring themes and decorating techniques.

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. 4-H member should be able to show judges an understanding of basic cake decorating and explain how their creation was made (techniques used, equipment and decorating tips used, supplies required, etc.).
2. Cupcakes are judged on appearance and will not be tasted.
3. The use of royal icing is encouraged but not required (royal icing is an edible icing that will not deteriorate during fair week display due to its dry and hardening nature.)
4. All decorations on the cupcakes must be edible. No picks, paper decorations, plastic decorations, etc. are to be used as cupcake decorations. Advanced Only: Non-edible decorations may be included in the display, but should not be part of the cupcake decoration.
5. Cupcakes that are decorated as a single entry will NOT be accepted (example: 12 cupcakes arranged and decorated as one large football, flower, animal, etc.).
6. Creating a display (use of tableware, props, etc.) is allowed only for the Advanced level (see Advanced requirements).

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner, Grades 3-5

• Display 6 cupcakes that are alike or the same.
• Cupcakes must be displayed in a single layer, on a solid cake board (cardboard, wood, etc.) that is no more than 4 inches larger than the cupcake display. Cake boards should be neatly covered. Displays using cake stands, props, trays, etc. are not allowed for this level.

Intermediate, Grades 6-8

• Display 12 individually decorated cupcakes using a single theme (example: theme is “Circus”, so you make 4 with elephants, 4 with clowns, 4 with monkeys).
• Cupcakes must be displayed in a single layer on a solid cake board (cardboard, wood, etc.) that is no more than 4 inches larger than cupcake display, you shall not exceed 18x18x18. Cake boards should be neatly covered. Displays using cake stands, props, trays, etc. are not allowed for this level.

Advanced, Grades 9-12

• Display 12-24 cupcakes individually decorated using a single theme (example: theme is “Circus”, so you make 4 with elephants, 4 with clowns, 4 with monkeys).
• You have the option to create a display (use of tableware, prop, etc.) that shows how your cupcakes would be displayed for a party, event, etc. A display is not required. The display should not exceed 36”x36”x36”. If you choose to not include a display, cupcakes should be exhibited in a single layer on a solid cake board (cardboard, wood, etc.) that is no more than 4 inches larger than cupcake display. Cake boards should be neatly covered.
• You must have your display set up and ready before you are judged.

Description:  This project area is an opportunity for a 4-H member to explore another topic/category not represented in any other project. (This should not be arts & crafts type exhibits)  

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

DIVISION/GRADE:

• Beginner – Grades 3, 4, 5
• Intermediate– Grades 6, 7, 8
• Advanced– Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. The exhibit must be no larger 36” x 36" x 36”. Exhibits too large to safely move or requiring lots of space should be exhibited using photographs and a description of work in a notebook
2. Examples of Do Your Own Things exhibits are items such as puzzles, 3-Dimensional puzzles, games, vocal recordings, instrumental recordings, personal success posters, and pine derby cars.
3. Please attach a 3” x 5” card describing/explaining the exhibit.
4. Categories:
   1. Music
   2. Research-Based Projects (Science Fair)
   3. Puzzles
   4. Reading
   5. All Others

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

See 4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

 Music

• Exhibit may be a poster, notebook or display board. Recorded music will need to provide a way for the judge to listen.

 Research-Based Projects (such as Science Fair)

• Exhibit may be a poster, notebook or display board.

 Puzzles

• Puzzles need to be securely mounted to a backing board. If it is a hanging exhibit, it needs to be ready to hang.

 Reading

• Reading guidelines:

For youth who enjoy reading both in and out of the formal classroom environment. Reading effectiveness is associated with higher scores on tests measuring academic achievement, problem solving, and potential success in post-secondary education and employment. Reading holds unlimited possibilities.

The 4-H Reading project is based largely on choice. Members’ reading selections will not be censored by Purdue Extension staff or its volunteers. Appropriate subject matter is an interpretation that belongs to families. Members are asked only to keep in mind the positive youth development aspect of the 4-H program.

Books must have been read between the previous County Fair and check in date for exhibits in current 4-H year.

A brief report on each book is to be completed. Reports must be attached to the back of the poster (outside plastic) in an attached pocket made from a manila envelope or something similar.

The exhibit will be a poster/notebook/display board.

• Make an exhibit that tells about a book you liked
• Make an exhibit that would encourage people to read
• Read to a brother, sister or friend who is younger than you. Read him/her three or four books you think he/she would like
• Make an exhibit about the books they liked and what happened, etc.
• Design a book jacket for a book that you especially liked and display.
• Create original illustrations for a story and display.
• Make an exhibit of interesting words or unusual expressions found in a book.
• Make a time line showing the works of one author and display.
• Make a map showing the locations of favorite stories from one land or around the world and display.
• Research an author and make an exhibit about that author
• Make an exhibit that tells about services (or a service) offered at the public library near you.
• Interview a librarian, a reading teacher, an author, or a book printer/binder and make an exhibit about the profession.

 All Others

• Display may be poster, notebook, display board or actual item made.

In Johnson County separate judging/awards are made for Consumer Clothing Notebook and Consumer Clothing Fashion Revue (modeling).

Fashion Revue 4-H - Consumer Clothing Garment Description Sheet (paper copies available at office)

Description: This project is designed to teach clothing selection, wardrobe planning, care of clothing and personal grooming.

State Fair Entries:

3 entries per county to model in state fair consumer clothing fashion revue, no notebook; one per level.

DIVISION/GRADE:

• Beginner – Grades 3, 4, 5
• Intermediate – Grades 6, 7, 8
• Advanced – Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. All Fashion Revue Consumer Clothing members are REQUIRED to enroll in the Consumer Clothing Project. YOU MUST STILL COMPLETE A NOTEBOOK!
2. Private Fashion Revue judging will be held prior to Public Fashion Revue on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Narration needs to be submitted at this time. Narration should be written by 4-H member.
3. All entrants must participate in private judging and public revue to be eligible for awards.
4. Notebooks scores will be kept separate from the Fashion Revue scores. In other words, notebook scores will not reflect modeling scores and vise-versa. Notebook scores will be based strictly on the contents of the notebook and how well the member has followed the rules and guidelines. The interview score will still be a small part of the grading.
5. Consumer Clothing notebooks will be turned in on Wednesday morning (check judging schedule) to complete the Consumer Clothing project. If you are participating in FR – Consumer Clothing you must bring that notebook with you on FR morning to use as a reference for the judge. You will then take that notebook home with you and turn in Wednesday morning for the Consumer Clothing project completion.
6. Entrants can only model one consumer clothing outfit.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

Complete one activity from each group in the manual and share your results or answers in a notebook, labeling each activity. With help from a parent or mentor, purchase an item of clothing that you'll wear with other clothes in your wardrobe. Examples might be slacks, blouse, jeans, shirt, sweater, or sweatshirt. Choose an accessory to go with your purchase. Accessories could be shoes, sweatband, belt, jewelry, socks or similar item.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

Complete one activity from each group in the manual and share your results or answers in a notebook, labeling each activity. Purchase and accessorize a casual or school outfit. Accessories may be purchased or selected from what you currently have.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

Complete one activity from each group in the manual, or similar activity of choice and share your results or answers in a notebook, labeling each activity. If completing an activity not included in the manual, be sure to include in your notebook an explanation describing how the activity was developed and intended objectives. Purchase and accessorize an outfit of your choice. Accessories may be purchased or selected from what you currently have.

Special note regarding Indiana State Fair – The notebook and modeling will be judged independently and one will not have any consideration for the other at state fair.

Fashion Revue - Wearable Arts is an opportunity to model the garments/accessories made for the Arts & Crafts, General - Wearable Arts project.

Johnson County 4-H Fashion Revue - Wearable Arts Garment Description Sheet (paper copies available in office)

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

DIVISION/GRADE:

Beginner Grades 3 - 5
Intermediate Grades 6 - 8
Advanced Grades 9 - 12

Exhibit Guidelines:

Garment(s)/Accessory(s) either purchased by the 4-H member and decorated or embellished. The embellishments can be:

Simple embellishments: Tie dye, Iron-on art, heat-applied applique, puff paint/fabric marker, application of pre-made trim or embellishment, stamping or other simple embellishment.

Complex Embellishments:  Beading, Sequin Art – original design of individual sequins or jewels glued or sewn onto garment/accessory, Stitched appliques, felting, fabric painting, machine or hand embroidery, cross-stitch, design own fabric, making own trim or embellishment and applying to garment or accessory, screen printing, or other complex embellishment.       

Qualifying accessories are those that are purchased and embellished according to the guidelines of the divisions.  Accessories include: shoes, bags/backpacks/purses, headband/barrette, neckties, socks, scarves, and hats.  Garments and/or accessories made by the 4-Her that qualify for the knitting, needlepoint, crocheting, etc. should be entered in an appropriate Arts & Crafts or Llama Craft project.  Handmade jewelry should be entered in the Jewelry Making category and does not qualify as a Wearable Arts accessory. 

Garments and/or accessories made by the 4-H member that qualify for the knitting, needlecraft, crocheting, etc. should be entered in appropriate Arts & Crafts project(s).  Handmade jewelry should be entered in the Jewelry Making category and does not qualify as a Wearable Arts accessory. 

All entrants must participate in private judging and public revue to be eligible for awards.

Private Fashion Revue judging will be held prior to Public Fashion Revue on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 7:00 pm.   Narration needs to be submitted at this time. Preferably, this is to be written by the 4-H member.

NOTE: Wearable Arts will check-in on Monday with other Arts & Crafts projects. If 4-Her is participating in the Fashion Revue – Wearable Arts Category, the 4-Her is responsible for picking up garment/accessory or designating an adult to pick up the item(s) after Arts & Crafts judging is complete on Monday of judging week.  The 4-Her will be responsible for the garment/accessory for the Fashion Revue judging and style show, as well as returning all garments/accessories in the Wearable Arts project to the correct exhibit hall on the county fairgrounds the following day for display during the fair.  If not returned to the exhibit hall and checked-in, 4-H ribbons and premium money will be forfeited for both Arts and Crafts project and Fashion Revue. 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

***Narration needs to be submitted at project judging (Fashion Revue).

Beginner Grades 3-5

• Incorporate one simple embellishment on a single accessory or garment with one simple embellishment.

Intermediate Grades 6-8

Choose one of the following to exhibit:

• Incorporate two simple embellishments on one garment
• Incorporate one simple embellishment on a garment and one complimenting accessory

Advanced Grades 9-12

Choose one of the following to exhibit:

• Incorporate one or more simple embellishments AND at least one complex embellishment on a garment
• Incorporate one or more simple embellishments AND at least one complex embellishment on an accessory
• Incorporate one or more simple embellishments AND at least one complex embellishment on a garment AND complimenting accessory.

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Objectives

• Develop financial literacy
• Develop skills to make sound financial decisions
• Evaluate financial decisions and practices

Exhibit Guidelines:

4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

For each level choose ONE option

Beginner Grades 3-5

• Exhibit a poster on ONE of the following topics:
  • Wants vs. Needs
  • Saving Money (for example: long term vs. short term savings; OR saving for a large purchase, etc.)
  • Earning Money (for example: earning an allowance; OR earning money by selling goods or services appropriate for age level such as dog walking service, lemonade stand; etc.)
  • Opening a Bank Account

Intermediate Grades 6-8

• Exhibit a poster on ONE of the following topics:
  • Creating a Budget
  • Tracking Expenses
  • Smart Shopping (for example, evaluate a product by comparing features and costs; OR compare unit costs, such as price per ounce, of product(s) to calculate the “best buy”; etc.)
  • Careers and Salaries

Senior Grades 9-12

• Exhibit a poster OR notebook on ONE of the following topics:
  • First Job (for example, evaluate the pros and cons of having a job as a teen; consider and compare jobs for teens; discuss expectation of employers, skills required, etc.)
  • Banking (for example, opening and using a checking or debit account; OR compare banking institutions—such as banks vs. credit unions; online banking; etc.)
  • Paying for College
  • Using Credit Wisely (for example using credit cards; OR identify and compare types of loans; OR the importance of a credit score/rating, etc.)
  • Other specific topic that is of special interest/importance to you. Examples include (but not limited to) leasing vs. owning a car, financial scams, investing money, etc.

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

DIVISION/GRADE:

• Beginner – Grades 3, 4, 5
• Intermediate – Grades 6, 7, 8
• Advanced – Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. Perishable items are to be brought in chilled or heated coolers as appropriate for the exhibit.
2. All exhibits must include a recipe, on a Johnson County 4‑H Foods recipe card for the dish that is being exhibited along with a balanced, full day’s menu (refer to the “my plate”) which includes the dish being exhibited.
3. Food will be set up on a tray provided prior to judging and the prepared tray will be presented to the judge. All preparation for serving must be done prior to presentation. This is not an interactive demonstration where food is prepared in front of the judge.
4. Presentation is a very important part of this project.
5. All Food Preparation exhibits will be photographed, judged, and returned to the 4‑H member immediately following the conclusion of the judging. The recipe along with the day’s menu and photograph will be kept for display.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Exhibit one dish from the following categories:

1. Appetizer
2. Snack
3. Salad
4. Vegetable Dish
5. Reception (table decoration and settings included)
6. Main Dish
7. Dessert

See Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (revised 10/2022) 

Johnson County has a large number of 4-H members raising and exhibiting goats.  We offer a specialty goat show which includes Miniature Dairy breeds, Myotonic/Tennessee Fainting Goats, Fiber Goats (Cashmere & Angora) & the Kinder breed.  These are animals not currently eligible for show at the Indiana State Fair.

2024-goat-1st-2nd-year-reminders.pdf

Indiana 4-H Goat

Johnson County General Animal Rules & Information

Johnson County Specialty Goat Guidelines (for Meat, Dairy & Pygmy Goats see Statewide - Goats)

RULES:

1. To exhibit at the county fair all goat wethers and wether dams will be identified by ear tag on May 4 from 8:30-10:30 am. at the fairgrounds (Exception: Lamancha Wethers—they must be tattooed). Wethers will also be weighed.
2. All registered does must have tattoos that correspond with their registration papers. All other does must have some form of identification (tattoos, tags, or microchips) refer to the ID requirement chart.  Any 4-H’er using microchip as identification for their doe(s) must have the appropriate microchip reader available for the barn Superintendent.
3. All Dairy & Pygmy breeding animals must be dehorned. Tipping is not sufficient.
4. Every Goat must have a collar and tie chain available to secure the animal in the pen.
5. An exhibitor is limited to two entries per class and two wethers per weight class.
6. Each 4‑H member may exhibit a maximum of 6 wethers. Each exhibitor may unload and show a maximum of 18 goats for all classes. This may include dairy, meat, pygmy or a combination of all three.  This may also be a combination of does and wethers.
7. All does 2 years of age and over must have kidded at least once in order to be eligible to show.
8. Suggested Show Attire:

Dairy Breeding & Showmanship: – It is recommended that the exhibitor wear a white blouse or shirt and white or tan pants.  (NO SHORTS.  No tank tops.  No spaghetti straps.)  Shirts must be long enough to be be able to be tucked in if needed.

Meat, Pygmy & Specialty Breeding & Showmanship – It is recommended that the exhibitor wear a western shirt or blouse and blue jeans.  (NO SHORTS.  No tank tops. No spaghetti straps.) Shirts must be long enough to be be able to be tucked in if needed.

Wether Show – It is recommended that the exhibitor wear a western shirt or blouse and blue jeans.  (NO SHORTS.  No tank tops. No spaghetti straps.)  Shirts must be long enough to be be able to be tucked in if needed.

SPECIALTY GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

The Johnson County Fair recognizes 4 Specialty breeds and can be Registered or Non-registered animals.  All Specialty goats must be from a dam and sire of one Specialty breed.  All Fiber goats must provide a sample of fiber in a zip-lock bag to be judged with the animal.

 MARKET GOAT REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

Intact male goats are not permitted to be shown at the fair.  Male goats must be banded by weigh-in.  All wethers must have milk teeth to be shown in market goat classes and sell in the Livestock Auction.

All dairy wethers must be from a dairy dam and sire.  All Pygmy wethers must be from a Pygmy dam and sire.  All other wethers must be shown in the meat wether show.

Minimum sale weight for dairy and meat goat wethers is 40 lbs.  For Pygmy, Kinder, Nigerian Dwarf, and Tennessee Fainting wethers, minimum livestock sale weight is 25 lbs.

All wether dams must be shown with milk teeth in place. Wether dams are not eligible to show in the breeding doe show. Wether dams are not eligible for Rate of Gain.

GOAT SHOWMANSHIP

CLASSES

• Junior-Grades 3, 4, 5 – on January 1 of the current year. 
• Intermediate-Grades 6, 7, 8 – on January 1 of the current year. 
• Senior-Grade 9 and above – on January 1 of the current year. 

The four goat specie showman will compete for the Overall Senior Showman.  The Overall Senior Showman will represent the Goat Department in the Master Showmanship Contest.

HERDSMAN AWARD

• Exhibit identified by name.
• Clean bedding at all times.
• Animals to be clean at all times.
• Area should be clean and neat at all times.
• Feed pans out of pen when not in use.
• When not working with your goats, all equipment should be put away.
• If fans used, they must have safety guard and be secured safely.
• Aisle ways must be clean and open to public at all times.
• Answer any questions from the public in a professional way.  If you don’t have the answer, direct them to someone who would.
• Help new goat members adjust.
• Help fellow 4‑H members show their goats if needed.

GOAT RATE OF GAIN CONTEST

1. Johnson County 4‑H members enrolling goat wethers are entered in the goat rate of gain contest .
2. Goat wethers entered in the rate of gain contest must be brought to the Johnson County Fairgrounds May 4 to be weighed and the ID number read or applied and recorded.
3. Only goat wethers shown at the Johnson County Fair are eligible for awards in this contest.
4. Finished weight will be taken at weigh-in at the fair. Goat wethers to be declared on fair weigh-in day.
5. Daily rate of gain will be calculated from actual date of weigh-in to weigh-in at fair.
6. Rate of Gain will be figured for Dairy, Pygmy and Meat Wethers.

PRIDE OF THE BARN AWARD

The Pride of the Barn Award is based on the following point system:

**Members receive 10 points for each individual obtained as a sponsor.  In order to get credit for an award sponsor, the award sponsor form and money must be turned in no later than the last meeting in June to the specified Goat Club Leader.

Description:  This project is designed to help you explore the history, culture and unique attractions of Indiana and the communities/counties contained within the state. History is all around you…examining family photo albums, public statues of famous people, historical markers, etc. Every community has a story…towns and cities were built for particular reasons…just look around you and you will discover interesting things to research.

State Fair Entries:

No state fair entries.

Exhibit Guidelines:

See 4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner – Grades 3, 4, 5

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any Indiana Heritage topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Intermediate – Grades 6, 7, 8

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any Indiana Heritage topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Advanced – Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any manual activity or on any Indiana Heritage topic of choice that is age/grade appropriate.

The key to the exhibit is something or someone as part of the history, culture or uniqueness of Indiana. Make sure you include important facts, pictures, drawings, sources, etc. in your exhibit.

 Topic examples: County formation and name, a town’s formation and its uniqueness, a famous person, transportation developments, Indiana companies, etc. You are not limited to Johnson County, so use your creativity!

 Suggested Research sources: Indiana State Museum & Historic Sites, Indiana Historical Bureau or the Johnson County Museum.

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY

Members will learn basic food preparation techniques for using the microwave. In the advanced divisions, members will learn how to convert recipes and prepare dishes for the entire meal.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. How to prepare products for display.

• Most food products should be displayed on a disposable board, paper or foam plate.
• For cakes – cut a piece of cardboard about ½ inch larger (on all sides) than the bottom of the cake. Cover this cardboard with wax paper, plastic wrap, or foil before putting the cake on it.
• Any other product that may be sticky on the bottom, such as fruit crisps or pies, may be left in the container in which they were microwaved. Containers should be labeled so they may be returned to you following judging.
• All canned products must have the ring on the jar top to protect the seal.

2. Whole products will be exhibited for judging. Only a slice of the exhibit or one cookie will remain for show. The rest of the product will go home after judging, except those 4‑H members receiving a blue honor.  They will not receive their exhibit after judging.
3. Recipes are required and must be placed on Johnson County 4-H Foods Recipe Card.and must be covered with plastic. Label your recipe card with recipe name, 4‑H members name, club name and division. Exhibits without the recipe card will be lowered one ribbon placing.
4. All food exhibits must be made from scratch.

See Purdue Extension Food Safety Policy (effective 10/2022) 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Level A

• Grade 3: Microwave snack mix (in a package).
• Grade 4: Three squares or bars of microwave fudge.

Level B

• Grade 5: Three bars of microwave cookies or brownies.
• Grade 6: One microwave upside down cake.

Level C

• Grade 7: One microwave fruit crisp.
• Grade 8: One microwave coffee cake.
• Grade 9: One package of a microwave candy product.

Level D

• Grade 10: One microwave double layer or bundt cake. (Note: Custards, cream, and cream cheese fillings or frostings are not acceptable in an exhibit because they are highly perishable when left at room temperatures.)
• Grade 11: One microwave fruit and / or nut pie, or one casserole. (Note: Custards, cream, and cream cheese fillings are not acceptable in an exhibit because they are highly perishable when left at room temperatures.)
• Grade 12: A jar of microwave jam or jelly.  After making the jam or jelly in the microwave, it must be processed with a boiling water bath.  Exhibit with lid and ring.  Label with name of product, quantity, and date made.

Project Title:  Scrapbook, Digital

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. Scrapbooks are to be standard sizes from 8” x 8” to 12” x 12”.
2. Each scrapbook is to be created in digital format and printed. (Shutterfly, Persnickety Prints, Scrapping Simply are a few examples of websites you can use along with home computer programs.)
3. Each scrapbook album will be a bound scrapbook and have a front and back cover with pages firmly attached.
4. Photographs are required in your scrapbook album and should be the main focus.
5. Pages should be numbered and in order.
6. Journaling should be included on each page with photos and tell who, what, when, where, and why. The purpose of scrapbooking is to preserve memories for the future so please tell your stories!  Please spell words correctly.
7. This is to be a digital bound book. Non-digital journaling (handwritten), embellishment, or memorabilia are not allowed.
8. Blank pages should be at a minimum.
9. Cover does not count as a page/side.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner Grades 3-5

• 15-20 completed pages for judging. (30-40 completed sides)
• At least 10 pages need to have photographs.

Intermediate Grades 6-8

• 20-25 completed pages for judging. (40-50 completed sides)
• At least 15 pages need to have photographs.

 Advanced Grades 9-12

• 25-30 completed pages for judging. (50-60 completed sides)
• At least 20 pages need to have photographs.

Project Title:  Scrapbook, Traditional

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Exhibit Guidelines:

1. Each scrapbook album will have a front and back cover with pages firmly attached between the covers. The page layout must be left-to-right like a book.  Exhibit tag can go on inside front cover, so that it does not ruin the outside album cover.
2. All scrapbook albums and pages must be at least 8"x10" in size. Page protectors are required. Personal handwriting is encouraged. Pages should be photo safe. Magnetic pages are NOT acceptable.
3. Each traditional scrapbook album will have 10 pages completed for judging. Pages to be judged should be “flagged” with sticky note paper.   If no pages are marked for judging, the first 10 pages in the scrapbook will be judged. 
4. One side of the album page counts as one page for judging (ex. 5 pages completed front and back equals 10 finished pages).
5. Photographs must be included in each scrapbook album, but not necessarily on each page. Memorabilia is optional for the Clover level, but required for Junior and Senior levels.  Junior and Senior levels must include two to three pieces of memorabilia within the ten pages.  Some pages may only contain photographs, while others may contain only memorabilia. **Photographs must be included on at least 8 of 10 pages that are to be judged.**
6. The scrapbook album must demonstrate a good sense of the entire project and what it means to preserve memories.

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner Grades 3-5

• Labeling of photographs and memorabilia with names, dates, places, etc. at least once on each page.

 Intermediate Grades 6-8

• Beginner guidelines PLUS capturing your memories with captions and words recording the happenings of the photographs and memorabilia.

 Advanced Grades 9-12

• Beginner and Intermediate guidelines PLUS storytelling – writing your thoughts and feelings and telling a complete story or memory on a minimum of 2 of the 10 pages. (Not every photo has a complete story, so choose the ones deserving of this when you are thinking of your page designs.  It is acceptable to put several photographs on a page and just use one of them to tell a story.  Label or caption the others on the page.)

Note: Incomplete or unfinished pages will not be eligible for judging or count toward your ten-page total.

Johnson County General Animal Rules and Information

Johnson County Small Animals Guidelines

Beginner – Grades 3-5

Intermediate – Grades 6-8

Advanced – Grades 9-12

RULES:

1. The Small Animals project may include: Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Hedgehogs, Hermit Crabs; Birds such as Canaries, Finches, Parakeets or Parrots; Ferrets; Frogs; Lizards; Mice; Rats or Non-Venomous Snakes.  Animals that have a separate 4‑H project must be exhibited in that project.  Any animal that requires a permit by the State of Indiana cannot be shown. (i.e. turtles)
2. Other small animals not listed in Rule #1 must be approved by the 4‑H Council to show.
3. Ownership deadline for all Small Animals is May 15th.  Refer the Johnson Co. 4‑H General Terms and Conditions Animal Project Rules for member enrollment deadline.
4. All ferrets more than 3 months old in Indiana are required to be vaccinated against rabies.  A completed Certificate of Vaccination for the 4‑H Ferret Project (4H902) must be submitted at the registration table prior to the show in order to exhibit a ferret.
5. Animals MUST BE BROUGHT TO JUDGING IN A CAGE. 4‑H member must be present for judging.
6. 4‑H members may have only one exhibit per class.
7. Judging is based on the exhibitor’s knowledge of the animal and how well the animal has been taken care of.
8. Animals shown as a pair cannot be shown as a single male or female AND animals shown as a single male or female cannot be shown as a pair.

EXHIBIT:

Classes

1. Female, any age
2. Male, any age
3. Pair of Animals (same sex or 1 male & 1 female).

NO STATE FAIR ENTRY.

Description:  The sports project is a way to show your love of sports.  A chance to demonstrate skills or techniques learned while enjoying a sport.

State Fair Entries:

No state fair entries.

Exhibit Guidelines:

See 4-H Poster/Notebook/Display Board Guidelines 

Exhibit Class Guidelines:

Beginner (grades 3-5 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any sport of choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Intermediate (grades 6-8 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any sport of choice that is age/grade appropriate.

Advanced (grades 9-12 suggested)

• Create an educational poster, notebook or display about any sport of choice that is age/grade appropriate. Another option is to create a video showing the 4-H member in sport showing/explaining/teaching techniques or other info on a sport with a one-page sheet explain video.