scff exhibitors guide 2016

Steele County Free Fair 2016

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WELCOME

Minnesota’s BIGGEST county fair, the Steele County Free Fair opens August 16 and runs through August 21st in Owatonna, Minnesota. Where else can you take in over 7,000 exhibits including 200 animals and over 100 food stands? See over 500 commercial displays of which over 300 are indoors. Gold Star Amusements will provide a spectacular midway again this year with 40 rides. Admission to the fair is free and there will be plenty of free entertainment for all ages. This year a fourth outdoor stage has been added. The Elmer Reseland Stage, named after a long time secretary/manager, will feature daily entertainment from Enticing Entertainment along with the returning “Thank a Farmer” magic show which promotes agriculture and our farmers and ranchers. There will also be two performances by the Owatonna Gymnastics Club. The Reseland Stage will be located just outside of the 4-H building.The United Prairie Bank Stage in Fair Square Park will feature live entertainment starting at noon on Tuesday through Sunday night. A full slate of bands, vocalists and dancers will entertain fairgoers all week long.The KRFO Stage will also feature bands, vocalists, dancers, the Jerry Kent 6th grade spelling bee, the famous Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest and the Ladies Nail Driving Contest daily.The outdoor stage at the Village of Yesteryear will also feature musical entertainment each day including a traditional outdoor church service on Sunday morning. Fairgoers can re-live the early days of farming by visiting the Old Iron Show. Stop by the exhibit, located just north of the Village of Yesteryear. A full week of grandstand entertainment includes many fairgoers favorites. Opening night on Tuesday is bull riding. Wednesday it’s the Battle of the Bands (free show) followed by a concert by Chris Brooks

and the Silver City Boys. Thursday, Hairball returns. Friday will feature the Tractor-Truck Pull, the Enduro Race is Saturday and the week winds up with the ever popular Demolition Derby on Sunday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. There will also be an antique tractor pull on Saturday morning at 8:30. Beer Garden entertainment will be featured nightly and in the afternoons. Tuesday night “The Covers” open the fair. Wednesday night it’s Johnny Holm. “Them Pesky Kids” take the stage on Thursday night. Friday night is Zed Leppelin-Lizard King. Saturday night will feature national recording artist Jacqueline Rose and Church of Cash winds up the beer garden entertainment on Sunday night. Afternoon bands in the beer garden include Jivin’ Ivan on Wednesday and Thursday, MOJO Blues Band on Friday, Led Penny on Saturday and Dan Stursa on Sunday. Ride specials will be offered daily on the Gold star Midway. The popular Mega-Ride tickets will be available which entitle the holder to unlimited midway rides all during fair week. Mega-Ride tickets sell for $49.00 and can only be purchased at Hy-Vee Foods in Owatonna. The tickets will go on sale on July 15. Inductees into the Steele County Livestock Hall of Fame and the Equine Hall of Fame will be recognized in the livestock show arena on Tuesday afternoon. Check the fair website at www.scff.org for complete schedules of events and for entry forms for fair competitions. The fair office number is 507-451-5305. Months of planning have taken place in preparation for this year’s fair. Dan Deml, Fair Board president, thanks all of the sponsors, contributors and volunteers for making this great fair possible. “Grow, Sew and Show It” in 2016!

Grow, Sew & Show It in 2016


Exhibitor’s Guide Premium Listfor the

98th Exhibition

FAIR OFFICE1525 south cedar ave. • P.o. box 650

oWatoNNa, MINNesota 55060teLePhoNe: (507) 451-5305 • Fax: (507) 451-4154www.scff.org • [email protected]

A special project ofThe Owatonna People’s Press

135 W. Pearl, Owatonna, MNPublisher Julie Frazier

Advertising Director Ginny BergersonMedia Consultants Per Kvalsten, Ryan Oldham, Jennifer Sorensen,

Autumn Van Ravenhorst, Elizabeth WilliamsAd Design Nikkie Gilmore, Keeley Krebsbach,

Jenine Kubista, Kelly KubistaCover Design Tami Block Roberts

Editorial copy supplied by the Steele County Free Fair and Steele County Extension OfficeSteele County Free Fair Exhibitor’s Guide 2016 is made available at no charge to area residents. ©2016

STEELE COUNTY FREE FAIR

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To Be Held AtOWATONNA, MINNESOTA

auGust 16 - 21, INcLusIveFor Its FaIr Year 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★under the Management of

STEELE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYdaniel deml, PresIdeNt

Jim Gleason, secretarY/MaNaGer The Steele County Free Fair, dedicated to improving the quality of life, reflecting the interests of all society

within this area of influence by providing competitive classifications for exhibits of educational value in agricultural pursuits as well as for home arts and leisure time.

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The Steele County Free Fair Board reserves the right to correct any inadvertent typographical errors that may have occurred in the preparation of this Exhibitor’s Guide. Please check for any corrections which will be posted at the Steele County Free Fair Office.


Connie & Don AbbeJim & Lori AbbeLes AbrahamWarren AbrahamTracy Ackman-ShawCarol AhlbornBrian AhrensTravis AhrensBrian AndersonJim & Sharon AndrewsTim & Deb ArltPat & Mark ArnesenPaul & Gail ArnfeltBill ArthurDarrell BauderRon BaumannMark BeckerBob BeierMitch BelinaBruce & Rhonda BennettSean BenzJenna BergRon & Patty BlakstadTim BlazekSamantha BluhmLeann BoydLinda BreyerBob BrickTom & Anna Marie BrickLuke BroulikDavid BrownJennifer & Dan BuckRuth BullockBruce & BJ BushoJake BushoRick BusslerTerry CaspersonTim & Rochelle ChicosJohn ConnorRichard DalenOscar DalleJonathan DeMarsDan & Vickie DemlMatt DemlScott DemlRick DemmerMaddy DiezMark DitlevsonMick DitlevsonMIDN Mark R. DitlevsonCalvin EbelingCorky & Julie EbelingDennis EbelingJim & Carole EbelingJoe & Linda Elbert

Rick & Deb EllingsonCharlie & Michelle EppsJulie EversJeff & Pat FalkDave FandelMike FeatherstonMary Kay FeltesGene & Judy FisherVivan FridDale GandrudDr. Beth & Ron GilthvedtChuck GleasonJim & Jean GleasonNate & Lexie GleasonAnita GrantJames GrassPat GrubishRosemarie GrubishTodd & Mary HaleMike HamiltonDarrell HansenGary & LaRae HansenTodd & Raquel HansenDale HansonKelly & Mickie HansonRichard HansonRon & Pat HansonScott HansonJennifer HarbalDean HartleLee HawkinsPat HawkinsKatie HedbergCharlie HermannDoug HiattHoward HillDebi HodenfieldDave HoffmanNorma HoffmasterHans HorhmanSean & Tami HughesTim & Tracy IgnaszewskiJohn & Kathy IhlenfeldJerry & Carol IngvalsonJeffrey & Kris JacksonJulie JacobsLois JankeNancy JankeDave & Renae JenoAngie JensenCurtis JensenJon & Lila JensenMike & Brenda JensenSteve & Patty JessopBernard Jirele

Sandy JireleDean JirousekJim JoachimGlen (Clover Glen) JohnsonGreg JohnsonJason JohnsonPeter J. & Rosemary JohnsonTodd JohnsonKaren JorgensenAmy KainBrian & Carolyn KanneCaitlynn & Al KaplanLloyd & Jackie KaplanTom Karaus, Jr.Melissa KarlJason KarstenTJ & Kathey KartesTony KasperKory KathMatt KathKen & Elizabeth KienholzPam KirchnerLaverne & Linda KleckerJames & Sharon KleinJim KleinTim KleinMike & Karen KleinJon KlejeskiSuzanne KlukasDoug & Stephanie KolbeJeff & Susan KoplenMark KorbelMatt & Lisa KottkeScott & Gayle KozelkaLoren KrauseJustin & Kristin KrellRodney & Michelle KrellAl & Marlene KruetzAlden KruschkeMonica KruschkeBruce & RoseAnn KubicekTom KuntzDenise LageJim & Arlene LageDonald LarsonMary LarsonDoris LeaDick LeeDennis LepplaGerald & Janice LewisonJim LinderDuane LudewigBernie Manderfeld

Mike & Sandy ManderfeldHarley MankeDeb MatherJohn McGaheranMark McGaheranGlen MegerDoug & Cherie MeierBob MeixnerMcKenzy MeixnerCory & Angela MichaelsonRita & Swede MichaelsonAndy MichaletzLowell MillerPhillip & Jennifer MiltonCourtney MislinskiTed MittledstadtVictor MrotzRick MullenbachMark MundtMary Ann MundtAllen & Jane NelsonBlain NelsonBlair NelsonBlake NelsonBruce NelsonJace NelsonLois NelsonMarilyn NelsonShirley & Glen W. NelsonTraci NelsonTrudy NelsonCasey Nelson FarmLarraine NikoleyBrandon NobleGary NobleJack & Darlene NobleKevin NobleMike & Michelle NoblePat & Julie NobleRoger & Michelle NobleScott NobleJoanne NystromJim & Kelli O’ConnorRobin OestreichDon OverlieJolene PattersonRusty & Barb PaulsonEugene & Myrna PetersonKaren PetersonPhilip PetersonDaniel PetsingerDoug PichnerMike & Trudy PierceJohn & Deb PrausDanielle Prestegard

Ryan PrestegardBrad PriceCurtis PritchardJosh & Annie ProkopecTerry ProkopecEthel QuimbyAllan R & Randee RadelJerry & Sandy RasmussenLarry ReeseDick ReinhardtAlice ReselandErik & Brook ReselandRichard & Karen ReselandLaura ReslerGary RidgeDennis RinghoferSharon RinghoferDonn & Julie RobinsonJean RodenSteve RohlikBrad & Lorrie RuggCarol RypkaDixon RypkaBob & Mary SanfordBrian SavageRich SchleichMatt & Jon SchmidtHoward & Mary Jo SchoenfeldJohn SchroederAaron & Brooke SchrohtAudrey & Randy SchrohtColleen SchrohtDavid SchrohtDon SchrohtThomas SchrohtGreg SchultzMark & Daun Resler SchultzGary & Cherry SchwartzDave & Trudy SeversonDave SeykoraScott & Theresa SeykoraBrian ShawTom SheaGary ShepardTom SisserJim & Connie SkalickyBecca SlettenDean SmithDenny & Barb SmithEmily SmithSteven SmithJeremy SolemTroy & Dawn Sommers

Arthur SorensonGreg & Pam SpatenkaJerome SpindlerUrban & Barb SpindlerWalt SpindlerAlex SpinlerBrad & Tracie SpinlerKeith StarkSharon StarkBerlyn StaskaGaylene SteckelbergKarl SteckelbergWayne SteelePaul SteinbergRichard SteinbergTodd SteinbergLinda StoddardRobin StoenJoe StranskyReid & Daria StranskyJohn StyndlBrad & Pamela SvenbyBrent & Beth SvenbyLeRoy SvenbyLarry & Carolyn TandeLon ThieleCathy ToreyDale TracyTom & Elaine TrotmanJon & Angie TruelsonRoland & Ann TruelsonTim & Elaine TruelsonArt “Butch” TyskNancy VaillancourtRon & Lynn VanNurdenPhil VelzkeGeorge & Karen VonRudenMichelle & Brian WarnerJennie A. WetzelGary & Sheila WieseTerry & Barb WieseGlen & Linda WiesjhanKen & Norma WilcoxDon & Jon WilkerVern WilkerChuck WillertRick & Stacy WittrockDan & Jody WoltersRenee WorkeMarlyn ZachariasBrianna ZapataPat Zeman

YOU CAN BECOME A MEMBER OF THE STEELE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. The big Steele County FREE FAIR is sponsored by the Steele County Agricultural Society which is made up of members of the Steele County area. The fair board and superintendents merely do the job for the Society. The support of everyone in Steele County is solicited in making the Steele County Agricultural Society bigger and better. MEMBERSHIPS ARE ONLY $5.00. If you would like to join, just stop at the Secretary's office at the Fairgrounds during fair week. Memberships for 2016-2017 must be purchased by 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, the last night of the fair. You must be a member of the Society to be eligible to be a SCFF Board Member. Members receive the monthly fair newsletter, “The Barker”.

Steele County Agricultural Society Members .............................................. 9Board of Directors & County Commissioners ...........................................10Superintendents of Departments .................................................................11Dept. A Horses & Ponies ..........................................................................14Dept. B. Cattle ............................................................................................16Dept. C Swine ............................................................................................18Dept. D Sheep ............................................................................................18Dept. E Goats ............................................................................................20Dept. F Grains and Grasses .....................................................................21Dept. G Vegetables ....................................................................................22Dept. H Flowers .........................................................................................25Dept. I Fruit Crops ..................................................................................29Dept. J Culinary Arts ..............................................................................30Dept. K Textile Fabrics .............................................................................35Dept. L Organic Crops ............................................................................37

Dept. M Fine Arts ....................................................................................38Dept. N Photography ..............................................................................40Dept. O Hobbies ......................................................................................41Dept. P FFA Activities ............................................................................43Dept. Q Homemade Wine .....................................................................44Dept. R Wood Carving...........................................................................44Dept. S Homemade Beer .......................................................................45Dept. T Youth Art ...................................................................................46Dept. U Rock and Minerals ...................................................................47Dept. V Youth Livestock Judging ...........................................................48Parking/Camping Information ...................................................................48SCFF Rules & Regulations ...........................................................................49Rules & Health LivestockRequirements ....................................................50Southern Minnesota County Fairs .............................................................504-H Club Projects .........................................................................................52

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2015-2016 STEELE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY MEMBERS


Doug MeierDirector

Parking/Infield

Bruce BushoDirector

Grandstand/Infield

Daniel DemlPresident

Rick EllingsonDirector

Safety/Sanitation

Mark DitlevsonDirector

Beer Garden/Grandstand

Glen MegerDirector

Concessions/Carnival

Scott KozelkaDirector

Concessions/Carnival

James LinderDirector

Historian/Hospitality

Roger NobleDirector

Beer Garden/Utilities

Richard ReinhardtDirector

Bank/Hospitality

Sandy JireleDirectorLivestock

Mike HamiltonDirectorCamping

Brent SvenbyDirector

Beer Garden/Grandstand

Jim AbbeDirector

Grandstand/Buildings

James Brady Jim “Corky” Ebeling John Glynn Mark Schultz Nina Huntington

OFFICE STAFF: Todd Hale, Publicity; Josh Prokopec, Building/Grounds; Vickie Deml, Office Manager; Sharon Klein, Administrative Assistant;

Sharon Stark, Museum & Data Entry

Gene FisherDirector

Parking/Safety

Jim GleasonSecretary/Manager

Tim ArltTreasurer

Budget/Grants

Tracy IgnaszewskiDirector

4-H Liaison/Livestock

2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2016 STEELE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS


Aerial Photography .............................................................................................................................................................. Doug HughesATM ............................................................................................................................................................................................Gary RidgeAuto Museum ....................................................................................................................................... Les Abraham - Steve Stansberry Banner .........................................................................................................................................................................................Keith StarkBeer ..............................................................................................................................Kory Borchert - Chuck Fowler - Gary MuchowBrochure ........................................................................................................................................................Scott & Tami Block RobertsCamping ...............................................................................................................................................................Dennis & Vi RoemhildtCattle ................................................................................................................................................................................Karen VonRudenComputer Services .................................................................................................................................................................Sharon StarkCulinary .................................................................................................................................................Melissa Karl - Monica KruschkeElectrical Audit ........................................................................................................................................................................ Todd WishyEquine Hall of Fame ............................................................................................................................................................ Pat McCarthyEvaluations ............................................................................................................................................................................... Terry WieseFFA ....................................................................................................................................Ben Larson - Marvin Spindler - Liz TinagliaFine Arts ................................................................................................................... Arlene Gleason - Naomi Jirele - Pam MikeworthFlowers ................................................................................................................................................... Michele Warner - Cindy WeselyFree Stage ....................................................................................................................................................John Ihlenfeld - Wayne SteeleFruit Crops ..................................................................................................................................Courtney Mislinski - Caitlynn KaplanGoats .........................................................................................................................................................................................Cary LarsonGrandstand ...............................................................................................................................................................................Bill BunkersGrasses/Grains ..................................................................................................................................... Pat King - Jack & Darlene NobleHobbies .........................................................................................................................................Julie Nessa - Amy Kain - Deb MatherHorses .........................................................................Michelle Wolfe - Renee Thompson - Danielle Prestegard - Ryan PrestegardInfield Attractions ...............................................................................................................................................................Greg SpatenkaInformation Station ................................................................................................ Richard & Sharon Schleich - Terry & Barb WieseInterns ................................................................................................................................................Erica Svenby - MayLynn ProkopecInsurance ..................................................................................................................................................................................Brad SvenbyIron Show .................................................................................................................................................... Ron Janning - Dave JohnsonIzaak Walton ........................................................................................................................................................................Gary SchwartzLandscaping ...................................................................................................................................................................... Myrna PetersonLivestock Hall of Fame ........................................................................................................................................................Tom TrotmanMascot ...................................................................................................................................................Richard Dalen - Joanne NystromMuckle Museum ......................................................................................................................................................... Nancy VaillancourtOrganic Crops ............................................................................................................................................... Leo Seykora - Dillon NobleParliamentarian ..................................................................................................................................................................Rollie TruelsonPhotography ............................................................................................................................................................................Bernie KuhnPremium Book ....................................................................................................................................................................... Kelly KubistaPublic Safety ..............................................................................................................................................................................Jeff RatzloffRocks/Minerals ...............................................................................................................Sheryl McLaughlin - Linda & Tom StockwellSenior Day ............................................................................................................................................................................. Greg JohnsonSheep .................................................................................................................................................. Wade Nelson - Jayme UnderwoodShuttle ...........................................................................................................................................................Mike Pierce - Bruce BennettSignage/Graphics ...................................................................................................................................................................Scott SeykoraSocial Media ............................................................................................................................................................................. Jon DeMarsSpelling Bee .................................................................................................................................................. Darryl Hill - Mary HawkinsStore ................................................................................................................................................................... Dave and Trudy SeversonStriping ................................................................................................................................................................................... Mike SeykoraSuperintendent Supervisor..............................................................................................................................................Ron VanNurdenSwine .......................................................................................................................................................Laverne Klecker - Steven ReslerTelecommunication .......................................................................................................................................................................Dick LeeTextiles .............................................................................................................. Cathy Balzer - Sandy Boss - Pat Raetz - Cathy TorreyTransportation ........................................................................................................................................................................Jim AndrewsVegetables ............................................................................................................................................. Carol Rypka - Lynn Van NurdenVendor Communications ............................................................................................................................................Charlie HerrmannVisitor Service .......................................................................................................................................................................Katie GodfreyWine .................................................................................................................................................... Bunny Mitchell - Monte MitchellWood Carving.................................................................................................................... Stephanie & Doug Kolbe - Myron SpindlerWorship .........................................................................................................................................................................John WeisenburgerYouth Art .................................................................................................................. Barb Spindler - Christine Spencer - Jodi HovdenYouth Judging ............................................................................................................................................Zach VonRuden - Ben Jensen

SUPERINTENDENTS OF DEPARTMENTS


The Steele County Free Fair is requesting that all exhibitors pre-enter their exhibits. The fair uses a computer system to tabulate results and write checks. Please use the entry form in the fair book or request forms from the fair office. You can choose to do entries on-line. This option allows you to submit your entries electronically or you may print out the form and send it to your Superintendent. This fair book is also on the web site www.scff.org. You do not have to bring every entry you pre-entered. Check your department's rules and entry deadlines found in the fair book. If your department does not have a deadline, please have your entry to your superintendent, or electronically submitted to the fair office by August 1. All exhibits are to be left in place until your department's rules allow the exhibit to be released. Only under extreme circumstances and then only with your superintendent's approval can an exhibit be released early. Failure to comply with these rules will result in forfeiture of any premium money earned. One of the main reasons many come to the fair is to see the exhibits. Empty exhibit areas discourage visitors from coming to our fair for a return visit.

Attention livestock exhibitors: Look for information on parking and other aspects of the livestock shows by looking carefully at your department’s entry information. Only vehicles with PURPLE passes and a Season Parking Pass will be allowed to enter and possibly park on the north road (Livestock Lane SE). Keep in mind that the purple passes are for livestock exhibitors to unload feed

and supplies for their exhibits. They are not meant as parking passes. There simply is not enough room on the north road to park all livestock exhibitors. Only purple passes will be allowed to park on the north side the barns. They must be displayed in the windshield area of the vehicle. YELLOW parking permits will not allow you to park on the north road. NO PARKING WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE NORTH SIDE (southside of Livestock Lane) OF THE ROUND ROOF SWINE BARN. With added trailer traffic connected with the Radel Pavilion, we need the space to turn larger livestock trailers and semi-trailers on to the city street.

Diamond 4 has been designated for livestock exhibitors parking. You will need to display your Purple livestock pass with either the Yellow 4H pass or BLUE season SCFF parking pass to park on Diamond 4. Open class exhibitors should contact their superintendent for parking permits when you get to the fair. Remember the Village of Yesteryear gate is only used as an exit for livestock exhibitors as they move livestock to and from the fair.PARKING ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE RADEL PAVILION IS PROHIBITED. This area is needed to unload stock horse show equipment and for moving livestock in and out of the barns. Please obey the signs we put up as we try to manage parking, traffic, and people flow. Remembering others and their needs as well as your own will make this a safe and enjoyable fair for all.

Again this year, you will be able to enter your various exhibits on line. No need to send them or bring them to the fair office. You simply go the fair’s web site www.scff.org and select the link for on-line entries. You will then create an account by entering your e-mail address and selecting a password as you would with other on-line

services. Fill out your entries by using the correct class and lot on the screens provided. When you are done you can pay any stalling fees or other purchases you might make with your credit card. Submit the information and you are done. Try this service, I think you will like it.

Ron VanNurden, Superintendent Supervisor 507-455-0706

Livestock trailers can be parked on diamond 4, by the right field foul line. They can also be parked on the Jostens lot, south of the fairgrounds. This lot can be accessed by going South on Hartle Avenue approximately 1 block. Hartle Avenue is straight south of the race track. Back the trailers on to the grass but leave your rear tires

on the blacktop so the trailers can easily be pulled out without cutting up the grass in case of rain.Because this space is donated for use during fair week, please leave this lot free of manure and debris when you leave.

EXHIBITOR ENTRIES

ONLINE ENTRIES

LIVESTOCK AND HORSE EXHIBITORS


MEGARIDE TICKET

Unlimited Rides for the Entire Fair

$49.00SOLD IN ADVANCE ONLY AT

TuesdayPower 96 Radio Night - All Rides $2.00 - 5:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.

WednesdaySerengeti Water Park Kid’s Day 1 - Noon to 5:00 P.M. - $20.00

ThursdayCulver’s Moonlight Madness - 5:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. - $22.00

($20.00 with coupon from Culver’s)Friday

Hy-Vee Friday Family Fun Day - Noon to 5:00 P.M. - $20.00Saturday

Profi nium Inc. Saturday Ride Special/Bike Giveaway Day Noon to 5:00 P.M.$22.00 Plus a chance to win 1 of 8 Bikes

SundayPepsi Family Day Noon to 9:30 P.M. - $22.00 Plus Free Pepsi & Hot Dog

Ride Specials

40 Thrilling Rides on the Giant Gold Star Midway

Tuesday, August 16 Great Frontier Bull Riding - “Dirt Kickin Wicked Good” 7:30 P.M. Plaza Morena Campestre Grill/Owatonna People’s Press Wells Federal Bank/ Holiday Inn & Suites/Wolff & SonsWednesday, August 17 Battle of the Bands 5:00 P.M. Chris Brooks and the Silver City Boys Concert 7:30 P.M. Christian Bros. Cabinets/Pepsi/Treasure Island Resort & Casino/Ludewig FinancialThursday, August 18 Hairball In Concert 7:30 P.M. Treasure Island Resort & Casino/Noble RV Godfathers Pizza/Car Time of Owatonna Pro Guard Roofi ng & Restoration, Inc.Friday, August 19 NTPA Tractor/Truck Pull 7:30 P.M. Ag Power Enterprises/Advantage Lime & Trucking Cole’s Electric/Mohs Contracting/Mohs HomeSaturday, August 20 Antique Tractor Pull Classic 8:30 A.M. Mike’s Repair/Farmers First AgSaturday, August 20 Enduro Race 6:00 P.M. Four Seasons Electric/American Classics and Hot Rods Olympic Fire Protection/MJ HydrostaticsSunday, August 21 Demolition Derby 4:00 P.M. Misgen Auto Parts, Inc./Wholesale Tire/NAPA Auto Parts Owatonna/Kerry Americas

Pepsi is the O� cial soft drink of the Steele County Free Fair

Grandstand!

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ADVANCE SALE ONLY

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Grandstand!GreatGrandstand Shows


Ribbons will be given in all classes. Horses are to be exercised in the show arena only. Horses must be tied in tie stalls. All stallions require neck ropes also when in tie stalls. No bedding is provided. $5.00 per entry. No stall fees. Tack stalls are very limited. Each hitch assigned 1 free tack stall. $5.00 per additional - Light Horse tack stalls $5.00 each.• Parking instructions: Come in off of Austin Road, turn left on small gravel road north of horse arena. Unload on north side of Radel Pavilion. Don’t park in middle of gravel road. Keeping going west behind barns to Elm Street, turn right onto Park Street, turn right onto Austin Road, turn into lot by the water tower - park on Diamond #4.• No refunds unless a veterinarian certificate is submitted.• Exhibitors under age 15 are encouraged to wear ASTM Certified Safety Equestrian helmets when riding.NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE BARN.ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE BARN.DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES MONDAY, AUGUST 1.DRAFT/PONY/MULE ENTRY DEADLINE - SUNDAY, AUGUST 7.For classes 1-6 premiums will be on a scale per number of entries in each lot.4 or more in lot ...................................................................... $20-$15-$10-$53 in lot ............................................................................................$15-$10-$52 in lot ...................................................................................................$10-$51 in lot .......................................................................................................... $5

Classes 1-8: Open horses must be in place by Noon, Tuesday, August 16, and will be dismissed Wednesday, August 17 at the completion of judging. The barn will be open for decorating Monday afternoon, August 15. Judging will begin at 5 pm Tuesday, August 16.

STEELE COUNTY FREE FAIR LIGHT HORSE SHOWTUESDAY, AUGUST 16 - 5:00 P.M.

CLASS 1 REGISTERED QUARTER/COLORED HORSE HALTERLot 1 3 & under mares 2 4 & over mares 3 3 & under geldings 4 4 & over geldings 5 All age stallions (Note 1)Grand & Reserve Quarter/Colored Horse Halter

CLASS 2 REGISTERED PLEASURE TYPE HALTERLot 1 3 & under mares

2 4 & over mares 3 3 & under geldings 4 4 & over geldings 5 All age stallions (Note 1)Grand and Reserve Pleasure Type Halter

CLASS 3 OPEN HALTERLot 1 Mares & geldings all ages 2 All age stallions (Note 1) 3 Open Pony Halter 54” & underGrand and Reserve Open Horse Halter

CLASS 4 LUNGE LINELot 1 Yearling Lunge line

CLASS 5 SHOWMANSHIP AT HALTERLot 1 Showmanship 13 & under 2 Showmanship 14-17 3 Showmanship 18-34 4 Showmanship 35 & over

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17 - 8:30 A.M.CLASS 6 PERFORMANCE CLASSESLot 1 Walk trot pleasure 13 & under (Eng/West) Note 2 2 Walk trot pleasure 14 & over (Eng/West) Note 2 3 Walk trot horsemanship 13 & under (Eng/West) Note 2 4 Walk trot horsemanship 14 & over (Eng/West) Note 2 5 Leadline 8 & under 6 English pleasure 13 & under 7 English pleasure 14-17 8 English pleasure 18 & over 9 English pleasure Jr. horse (horses 5 yrs & under) 10 JACKPOT English pleasure $10 pre register ADDED $$$ 11 English equitation 13 & under 12 English equitation 14-17 13 English equitation 18 & over30 Minute Lunch Break with Open Arena 14 Open Bareback 15 Tandem Bareback 16 Costume leadline 8 & under 17 Open costume class 18 Pony western Pleasure 13 & under/54” & under 19 Western pleasure 13 & under 20 Western pleasure 14-17 21 Western pleasure 18-34 22 Western pleasure 35 & over 23 Western pleasure Jr. horse (horses 5 yrs & under) 24 JACKPOT Western pleasure $10 pre register ADDED $$ 25 Pony western horsemanship 13 & under/54” & under 26 Western horsemanship 13 & under 27 Western horsemanship 14-17 28 Western horsemanship 18-34 29 Western horsemanship 35 & over 30 Egg & spoon 17 & under 31 Egg & spoon 18 & over

1) All Stallions must be shown by someone 18 yrs. and older.2) Walk trot horse & rider combo not eligible for any other classes.3) Ponies or minis may be asked for card or measured.4) Must show proof of registration at request.5) Exhibitors are required to enter their age group to be eligible to ride in the jackpot class.6) Pre-registration required. All entries close on August 1st.

Notes:

Mail light horse entries to: Renee Thompson, 85821 173rd Street, Austin, MN 55912. Renee - 515-825-8552 ❘ Michelle - 507-461-0507

RENEE THOMPSONSuperintendent85821 173rd St.

Austin, MN 55912515-825-8552

RYAN PRESTEGARD Superintendent

1105 Sunnydale Ln.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-475-1047

DANIELLE PRESTEGARDSuperintendent1212 Kast Ave.

Owatonna, MN 55060507-475-1988

MICHELLE WOLFESuperintendent9423 Lemond RdEllendale, MN 56026

507-461-0507

7) No adding classes on day of the show NO EXCEPTIONS.8) Stall assignments are based on date of entry received.9) Proof of negative coggins with entry.10) No stallions in Leadline and all must be shown by 18 years and older.11) Premium checks won’t be given until stall is cleaned and inspected.

DEPT. A - HORSES AND PONIES

26 Western horsemanship 13 & under

Money added to Jackpot Classes!


STEELE COUNTY FREE FAIR DRAFT HORSE & PONY SHOWDRAFT HALTER - Saturday, August 20 9:00 a.m.CLASS 20 DRAFT HALTERLot 1 Reg. Draft Mare yearlings and fillies 2 Reg. Draft Mares, 2 yrs. & 3 yrs. 3 Reg. Draft Mares, 4 yrs. & up*Grand and Reserve Champion Reg. Draft Mare 4 Draft Stallions, 2 yrs. & under 5 Draft Stallions, 3 yrs. & up*Grand and Reserve Champion Draft Stallion 6 John Mules, all ages 7 Jenny Mules, all ages*Grand and Reserve Champion Mule 8 Reg. Draft Geldings 3 yrs. & under 9 Reg. Draft Geldings 4 yrs. & up*Grand and Reserve Champion Reg. Draft Gelding 10 Pony Geldings, all ages 11 Pony Mares, all ages*Grand and Reserve Champion Pony 12 Grade Draft Geldings, all ages 13 Grade Draft Mares, all ages*Grand and Reserve Champion Grade Draft 14 Junior Showmanship 14 yrs. and under 15 Senior Showmanship 15-17 yrs. 16 Get of Sire 17 Produce of dam 18 4 Abreast

DRAFT PERFORMANCE - Saturday, August 20 5:00 p.m.CLASS 21 DRAFT PERFORMANCE * Grand EntryLot 1 Ladies Draft Cart 2 Ladies Pony Cart 3 Mule Cart 4 Draft Tandem/Pony Tandem (2 heats) 5 Mule Team 6 Pony Team 7 Men’s Draft Team 8 Pony Four 9 Mule Four 10 Draft Four 11 Pony Six 12 Draft Six

DRAFT PERFORMANCE - Sunday, August 21 9:00 a.m.CLASS 21 DRAFT PERFORMANCE * Grand EntryLot 14 Men’s Draft Cart 15 Men’s Pony Cart 16 Senior Driver Cart (15-17 yrs.) Draft Heat 1, Pony Heat 2, Mule Heat 3 17 Junior Driver Cart (14 yr. & under) Draft Heat 1, Pony Heat 2, Mule Heat 3 18 Ladies Draft Team 19 Senior Driver Team (15-17 yrs.) Draft Heat 1, Pony Heat 2, Mule Heat 3 20 Junior Driver Team (14 yrs. & under) Draft Heat 1, Pony Heat 2, Mule Heat 3 21 Pony Unicorn 22 Draft Unicorn 23 Competition Six - Freestyle, 3 min. timed - all breedsLunch Break 24 Costume Class - single or team, all breeds 25 Pony Farm Team, exhibitors all ages 26 Junior Farm Team (14 yrs. & under) Draft/Mule 27 Farm Team - Draft/Mule 28 Egg & Spoon (Riding Game, No Saddles) - All Breeds 29 4 in a Line 30 Hitching Bonus (No $5 entry fee) Premiums for the Draft/Pony/Mule Classes:Class 20, all Lots.........................................................$18-$16-$14-$12-$10-$8Grand Champion $10 and AwardReserve Champion $8Class 21, Lots 1,2,3,14,15,16,17,28,29 ...................... $40-$35-$30-$25-$20-$15Class 21, Lots 4,5,6,7,18,19,20,21,22,24.............................$65-$60-$55-$50-$45-$40Class 21, Lots 8,9,10,12,25,26 ............................ $150-$125-$100-$75-$50-$50Class 21, Lots 11,13,23 ................................$250-$225-$200-$150-$125-$100Class 21, Lots 27 ............................................. $200-$175-$150-$125-$100-$75Class 21, Lot 30 .................................................................................................$30

NOTE: ALL EXHIBITORS MUST BE STALLED. Each horse must have a current coggins submitted before being stalled. Horses may enter the grounds after 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 19. All shows will be in the horse arena near the horse barns. Each exhibitor stalling and hitching will be awarded a one time hitching bonus of $30. Mail entries to:

Pleasure and Draft Horse Show Awards sponsored by the following:

DEPT. A - HORSES AND PONIES CONTINUED

MoeGeo’s, Inc.Iowa Draft Pony Hitch

AssociationMinnesota Horse Breeders

Association

Ryan Prestegard1105 Sunnydale Lane SE

Owatonna, MN 55060

Danielle Prestegard1212 Kast Ave.

Owatonna, MN 55060Or

� e Steele County Sheri� ’s Posse sponsors the Lyle Anderson Herdsmanship Award for each horse division, light and dra� . � e criteria for the award is based on cleanliness, neatness and

presentation of your stalls.


All entries made by exhibitors will be charged $2.00 per head stall fee. No straw provided.

All dairy shows at the SCFF will incorporate the National Purebred Dairy Cattle Show Ring Code of Ethics. In accordance with the Code of Ethics a committee has been established to monitor compliance.

An animal owned in partnership may be entered in one partner's name, in all classes to which it is eligible, but must be shown under one ownership throughout the classes of the Fair, and the entry must carry a footnote showing the actual ownership as it appears on the Herd Book Record.

Base dates for computing age in all dairy breeds are March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1.

The Fair board requests that exhibitors do not put twine strings or other trash with the manure. No parking will be permitted North of barns on Sunday starting at Noon. No tying of cattle outside anytime day or night. No smoking in cattle barns.

PUREBRED DAIRY CATTLEClass No. 1 ........................................................................ HolsteinsClass No. 2 ...................................................................... GuernseysClass No. 3 ............................................................................ JerseysClass No. 4 ........................................................................ AyrshiresClass No. 5 .................................................................. Brown SwissClass No. 6 ...................................................... Milking Shorthorns

PREMIUMSThe following premiums will be paid in each of the previous classes:For Lots 2-3-4-5-6-7-8-35-36 $18 $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $6 $6 $6 $5 $5 $5For Lots 20-21-22-23-24-31-32-33-34

$30 $27 $24 $22 $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $7 $7 $7 For Lots 12-46-47-48-49

$12 $10 $8 $6 $5 $5 $5For Lots 10-25-40: RosetteFor Lots 11-26-37-41-43-50-51: RibbonsFor Lots 42-44-45: Trophy/Rosette

LOTSDAIRY CATTLE SHOW BASE DATES

Lot No. 1. Novice Calf: born between September 1, 2015 to May 31, 2016. This lot is for exhibitors 9 yrs of age and under and must have an adult in control of the animal. No premiums will be paid out on this lot. 2. Junior Calf: Born between March 1, 2016 to May 31, 2016. 3. Winter Calf: Born between December 1, 2015 and February 29, 2016. 4. Fall Calf: Born between September 1, 2015 and November 30, 2015. 5. Summer Jr. Yearling: Born between June 1, 2015 and August 31, 2015. 6. Spring Jr. Yearling: Born between March 1, 2015 and May 31, 2015 7. Winter Sr. Yearling: Born between December 1, 2014 and February 28, 2015. 8. Fall Sr. Yearling: Born between September 1, 2014 and November 30, 2014.

10. Junior Champion Female 11. Junior Reserve Champion Female 12. Junior Best 3 Females: Must consist of 3 animals from lots 2-8. Must be bred and owned by exhibitor. 20. Milking Fall Sr. Yearling: Born between September 1, 2014 and November 30, 2014. 21. Junior 2 Year Old Cow: Born between March 1, 2014 and August 31, 2014. 22. Senior 2 Year Old Cow: Born between September 1, 2013 and February 28, 2014. 23. Junior 3 year Old Cow: Born between March 1, 2013 and August 31, 2013. 24. Senior 3 Year Old Cow: Born between September 1, 2012 and February 28, 2013. 25. Intermediate Champion Female - Holstein 26. Intermediate Reserve Champion Female - Holstein 31. 4 Year Old Cow: Born between September 1, 2011 and August 31, 2012 32. 5 Year Old Cow: Born between September 1, 2010 and August 31, 2011. 33. Aged Cow: Born before September 1, 2010. 34. #125,000 Cow: Must have produced 125,000 lbs of milk in her lifetime. Not eligible for any other lot. Proof of production must be provided. 35. Dry 3 and 4 Year Old Cow: Born between September 1, 2011 and August 31, 2013. 36. Dry Aged Cow: Born before September 1, 2011. 40. Senior Champion Female. 41. Senior Reserve Champion Female 42. Grand Champion Female 43. Grand Reserve Champion Female 44. Overall Champion - Colored Breeds 45. Best Uddered Cow: Any age and judged on udder alone. Selected from lots 20-24 and lots 31-34. 46. Best 3 Females: Must consist of 3 animals with at least one of milking age. Must be bred and owned by exhibitor.

DISTRICT SHOWThe Steele County Free Fair welcomes all breeds of cattle

holding their district or parish show during the Fair.

Breeds participating at premium book time are: South Central District Guernsey Parish Show will be held in conjunction with the open class show on Friday, August 19 at 9:30 a.m.

Minnesota District II Holstein Show will be held in conjunction with the Open Class Show on Saturday, August 20, at 6:30 p.m.

KAREN VONRUDENCo-Superintendent

7423 SE 18th Street, Claremont, MN 55924507-213-4964

ENTRY OPTIONS 1. It is suggested that entries be in place by Tuesday, August 16 the opening day of the Fair, 12:00 noon but must be in place by 5:00 p.m. Exhibit must remain through Sunday, the closing day of the Fair, 5:00 p.m.

2. Entries in place by Thursday 5:00 p.m., August 18, and remain through Sunday, the closing day of the Fair, 5:00 p.m. The August 1 entry deadline will be firmly followed. Stalling preference will be given to those exhibitors selecting option 1.

DEPT. B - DAIRY CATTLEFOR HEALTH REQUIREMENTS–PAGE 45

TAKE NOTICE – ENTRIES CLOSE AUGUST 1, 2016OR WHEN BARNS ARE FILLED

Entry forms can be found at the web site www.scff.org


47. Dairy Herd: Must consist of 3 cows. Must be 2 years old or over and have calved at least once. Must be owned by exhibitor.

48. Produce of Dam: Must consist of 2 animals of any age born of thesame cow.

49. Daughter/Dam: Must consist of 2 animals of any age. One is damand other is daughter.

50. Premium Breeder51. Premium Exhibitor60. Big String Bonus (5-9 head)61. Big String Bonus (Over 10 head)

SPECIAL AWARDSPREMIER EXHIBITOR AWARD (Colored Breeds)

This award to be made to the exhibitor winning the most money on not more than six animals shown in the single classes, and owned by the exhibitor. (Minimum of 4 animals exhibited). No awards will be presented if there is no competition. Final judgement is at the discretion of the Cattle Superintendent.

PREMIER BREEDER AWARD (Colored Breeds)This award to be made to the breeder on not more than six animals winning

the most money in single classes and including animals bred by him/her, but exhibited by others. (Minimum of 4 animals exhibited). No awards will be presented if there is no competition. The final judgement is at the discretion of the Cattle Superintendent.

BEST HERDSMAN AWARD The general appearance of the cattle and barns during the Fair is important

to the exhibitor, both from the standpoint of visitors going through the barns and for advertising value.

The Steele County Fair Board is awarding a plaque to the best all-around herdsman and rosettes to two herdsmen receiving honorable mention. To qualify for best herdsman award, there must be at least six head in the herd.

In addition, Clover Glen Farm will provide a $100 cash award to the top herdsman. The SCFF will provide free stall fees for up to 8 head to the top three herdsmanship winners redeemable at the following SCFF.

Best Herdsmanship Award will be based on the following criteria:Cleanliness and neatness of stalls, cattle and helpers.Courtesy, cooperation of herdsmen & helpers.

An exhibitors' meeting will be held in the Foundation Building judging arena at approximately 2:00 p.m., Sunday, the last day of the Fair. Premium checks and Herdsmanship awards will be distributed.

Novice Class T-shirts will be sponsored by Stranshome, Owatonna, MN.Novice Class medallions will be sponsored by ABS Global-Casey Nelson,

Ellendale, MN.Herdsmanship Judges - Gift Cards Sponsored by The Blast, Owatonna, MN.

OPEN CLASSCATTLE JUDGING

SCHEDULEOpen Class Colored Breeds

(All breeds except Holsteins)

Friday, August 19Starting 9:30 a.m.

and continuing throughnoon hour until completed

Open Class Holsteins in conjunction withMinnesota District II Holstein Show

Saturday, August 20Starting at 6:30 p.m.

“Dress Up” Yourself and Heifer Contest Based on last grade completed

Beginner - Grades 2 and under; Intermediate - Grade 3-5Senior Grade 6 and up

This contest will be held following the show. Award will be given to winner in each category. All participants will receive a free malt coupon.

MJ Hydrostatics Inc. of Owatonna are the new sponsors of the BIG STRING BONUS for the

2016Steele County Free Fair Dairy Show

In addition to the regular premium schedule LISTED a bonus premium for large show strings has been established. - Strings of 5-9 head (at least two must be milking or dry cows) would receive a $50 bonus premium. - Strings of 10 head or more (at least 4 must be milking or dry cows) would receive a $100 bonus premium. - A “string” is defined as animals that are regular members of the same herd unit. A display that includes animals from several herds does not qualify for the bonus premium, but strings within the display may if it (they) meet the above definition.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CALL SUPERINTENDENT LISTED.

Sponsored by: Steele County American Dairy Association

22nd AnnualI-35

Junior Dairy Club ShowWednesday, August 17, 2016

12:00 Noon – Cattle Show ArenaAll Breeds - Grade & Registered

Junior Exhibitors Only(Must be under 21 as of January 1, 2016)

Junior (non-milking) Animals Only

Showmanship ContestBased on last grade completed

Beginner - Grades 2-5; Intermediate = Grades 6-8; Senior - Grades 9 and up

For additional information, please contact: Gail Demmer, 6703 SW 118th Street, Ellendale, MN 56026

507-456-5201(Consult the District Show letter for additional information)

DEPT. B - CATTLE CONTINUED


RULES 1. Anyone interested is welcome to participate. 2. Four entries per person. 3. All barrows and gilts must be farrowed February 1 or after. 4. Barrows and Gilts will be separated so they can be shown separately. Must have 5 Barrow or Gilts in order to be separated into their own class. Purebred barrows will be shown separately if 5 or more are present. Must have pedigree in hand and show person’s name. 5. Barrows and Gilts are the property of the producer, until they are loaded on the truck, if the hogs are marketed. 6. No carcass information will be provided.

7. Entry fee will be $15 per barrow or gilt. 8. Barrows and gilts must weigh between 220 lbs. and 300 lbs. 9. Weighing will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., August 21. 10. The show will start at 4:00 p.m. 11. The number of classes will be determined by the number of hogs entered into the show. 12. Live Show premiums will be as follows for each class: $20-$15- $12-$10-$5 13. Live Show Overall Champion for barrows and gilts will be $150 for Champion, $100 for Reserve. 14. Premium checks will be mailed to exhibitors after the fair. 15. All entries will arrive by going to the northern most entrance to the fairgrounds from Austin Road and proceeding west to the show barn. Exit on Elm Avenue. No parking of trailers is allowed on this northern most road that is a one-way going from East to West. Sponsored by the Steele County Pork Producer Association Members.

LAVERNE KLECKERCo-Supt.

717 SE 73rd St.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-451-4102507-456-6738

STEVEN RESLERCo-Supt.

610 11th St. SEOwatonna, MN 55060

507-456-7746

DEPT. C - SWINE

Swine Health Recommendations:Exhibitors of All Pigs Going to Exhibits or Sales

With the animals being commingled at an exhibition, show or sale, spreading disease is a risk. � e recommendations listed apply to all swine at an exhibit or sale that are physically on the premise. Having a plan in place to identify and handle sick animals properly will help reduce the chance of disease spread.

In Preparation for the exhibit or sale: Consult a veterinarian to understand and implement applicable biosecurity and swine health practices; keep the veterinarian’s phone number in our barn with your pig’s papers and if possible, in your cell phone. Have a premises identi� cation number for your farm or where the pig(s) are housed (required for PQA Plus® certi� cation or state equivalent). Utilize an individual, readable identi� cation method for each pig: • Individual identifi cation helps accurately and quickly identify a pig in the event of a health issue, validation of ownership or for other exhibit needs; papers can get lost or misplaced, but individual identi� cation will remain with the pig. • Refer to the exhibit organizers and the State Veterinarian for specifi c requirements for individual animal identi� cation. Become familiar with the clinical signs of a sick pig (such as fever, o� -feed, lethargy, nasal discharge, cough, “thumping” or hard time breathing, and diarrhea). • Normal rectal temperature of a pig = 101.5° - 102.5° F • Pigs can’t sweat, they need help staying cool on hot days. • During hot weater a pig’s temperature may be elevated. • If its temperature is reaised, allow the pig to cool off and re-take the temperature in 15 minutes. • Work with your veterinarian if your pig becomes sick.How do I take my pig’s temperature? 1. Restrain your pig to avoid injury to you or the pig 2. Use a thermometer to measure temperature a. Digital - insert into the rectum; push the button and wait for the beep; read temperature b. Mercury - shake down the thermometer so the red line is not showing; insert into the rectum of the pig and wait 30 seconds before reading the temperature

c. Laser - point the laser at the space on the skin behind the ear and read temperatureNOTE: Laser thermometer may not be as accurate as rectal thermometer Some diseases can transmit from humans to pigs and from pigs to humans, so it is important to not go to the exhibition or show if you or your pig is sick. Make sure that you have all of your equipment, including your show box and its contents, clean, disinfected and ready to go prior to the exhibition. Do not share any equipment with other exhibitors once at the exhibit.

Fill out the appropriate paperwork for the exhibition including health certi� cates. For your pig’s health certi� cate, you will need to provide the following information: • Your name, contact information and farm address • Individual pig identifi cation and physical description for each animal going to the exhibit or sale • If exhibiting in a state other than where you live, have your veterinarian check with the state you are exhibiting in for speci� c requirements. • Include information for exhibit-specifi c requirements • If requested, list any current vaccines the pig has received (i.e. infl uenza or PRRS) and current disease testing (i.e. PRRS, PRV)At the exhibition or sale: • Assess your pigs’ health on a daily basis • Report any swine health issues to the exhibit organizer (i.e swine superintendent) or show veterinarian so they can assess the pig in question. • Ask the exhibition organizer about any specifi c actions that may be required if a pig becomes sick at the show. • Keep your area clean and free of manure contamination • Do not share equipment with other exhibition

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Recommendations for isolation: (If you have other pigs at your farm)• Isolation will allow for time for pigs to be observed for disease aft er they return from an exhibition or sale. When pigs are in isolation, additional testing can be complete to check for diseases before pigs are added back to the rest of the farm (e.g. PRRS). Check with your veterinarian for testing recommendations.• Have a designated area away from other pigs that have not been to a show.• Do chores for the pigs in he isolation area as the last task of the day aft er you have already worked with your other pigs.• Have dedicated boots and coveralls for isolation only. Another option to use disposable coveralls and plastic boots for use in isolation and then thrown away when done in isolation.• Have a separate trash can for use in isolation only.• Supplies such as buckets and feed pans should not be shared between pigs in isolation and other animals.• All equipment should be thoroughly cleaned, disinfected and allowed to dry aft er use in the isolation area.

• Do not bring your pets (cats or dogs) to the exhibitOnce you get home: When pigs from di� erent forms are brought to an exhibit or sale and commingled with other pigs of a di� erent health status, the risk of catching a disease can be high. Just like people can spread illness to each other when gathered in a group, pigs from many locations in an exhibit can also spread illness to each other. � erefore, when you bring your pig back home from an exhibit or sale, it is best to place them in isolation. Isolate returning pigs from the other pigs at your farm. • Work with your veterinarian for an isolation plan. Th e isolation/observation

period before returning to contact with other pigs should be no fewer than 7-30 days in order to detect an illness. • Consult a veterinarian if your pig becomes ill. • Clean and disinfect equipment, clothing, shoes, show box and contents, and vehicles/trailers that were used at the exhibition. Clean-up can be as simple as washing, disinfecting and allowing your equipment to dry out in the sun Clean and dry equipment will help to prevent the spread of pathogens

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GENERAL INFORMATION• All breeding entries must be PRE-REGISTERED with

superintendent one week prior to entry day• Pens will be assigned by superintendent on a first come first

served basis, according to pre-registration date.• Pen charge is $2.50 per pen• All sheep must have a Scapies tag• Breeding Sheep must be in place Monday, August 15 by 5 p.m.• Show on Wednesday, August 17 @ 2:00 p.m. in Foundation

Building• All animals will be released after show. Please load out on south

end of Foundation Building, enter from 18th Street and exit onto Austin Road.

• Each exhibitor is limited to two cash prizes in any LOT• Registration papers must be presented at check-in time

BASIC DATES FOR COMPUTING ENTRIESThe basic dates for computing individual entries will be as

follows: Yearling One year old and under two years Shropshires - Southdowns - Cheviots - Baby Dolls Senior Lambs born on or before Feb. 15 Junior Lambs born Feb. 16 or after Hampshire - Suffolk - Dorsets Senior Lambs born on or before Dec. 31 Junior Lambs born Jan. 1 or after Columbia Senior Lambs born on or before Jan. 31 Junior Lambs born Feb. 1 or after

BREEDING CLASSESClass No. 1 .................................................... SHROPSHIRES Class No. 2 .................................................. SOUTHDOWNSClass No. 3 ..................................................... HAMPSHIRESClass No. 4 .............................................................. SUFFOLKClass No. 5 ........................................................... CHEVIOTSClass No. 6 ................................................................ DORSETClass No. 7 ........................................................ BABYDOLLSClass No. 8 .......................................................... COLUMBIAClass No. 9 ...............Other Wool Breeds/Wool Cross BreedClass No. 10 ...............Other Meat Breeds/Meat Cross BreedClass No. 11 ...................................Wether type breeding ewe

LOTSThe following lots may be shown in each of the above classes:

INDIVIDUAL, GROUP, AND CHAMPION ENTRIESLot No. 1 Ram yearling 2 Ram Yearling Pair 3 Ram Senior 4 Ram Senior Pair 5 Ram Junior 6 Ram Junior Pair 7 Ewe Yearling 8 Ewe Yearling Pair 9 Ewe Senior 10 Ewe Senior Pair 11 Ewe Junior 12 Ewe Junior Pair 13 Get of sire, 4 animals under two years, either sex, all breeds and owned by the exhibitor

MARKET TYPE CLASSESClass No. 12 Market Type

LOTSThe following lots may be shown in market type class: 17 Wether 18 Ewe 19 White Face 20 Speckle 21 Champion (first place animals)

PREMIUMS

INDIVIDUAL ENTRIES (Sliding Scale) Lots 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 114 or less entries $12 $10 $8 $75 or 6 entries $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 7 or 8 entries $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $69 or 10 entries $18 $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $6 $511 plus entries $20 $18 $16 $14 $13 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $6 $5

GROUP ENTRIES (Sliding Scale) Lots 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 132 or less entries $12 $103 or 4 entries $14 $12 $10 $95 or 6 entries $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $87 plus entries $18 $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $6 $5

RosettePremier Champion Overall of individual EWE, RAM, MKT

MARKET JACKPOT SHOW - SUNDAY, AUGUST 21 • This show will be a HYSLC sanction event. For more information about the rules please go to www.heartlandyouthshowlambcurcuit.com • $20 entry fee per lamb • Weigh-in 8 - 10 show starts as soon as we can after weigh-ins • We will have two shows with different judges both will be split by commercial ewe, WBI ewe and MKT lamb. First show is a Mkt type and the second divided by Breed type • All entry fees paid back in placing and jackpot • Please contact Wade Nelson for flyer or questions on show

JAYME UNDERWOODCo-Supt.

7701 SW 62nd Ave.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-456-8010

WADE NELSONCo-Supt.

17275 280th AveNew Richland, MN 56072

507-461-1076

DEPT. D - SHEEPQuick Reference Sheep

All breeding entries must be PRE_REGISTERED with superintendent one week prior to entry day

GENERAL INFORMATIONAll breeding entries must be PRE-REGISTERED by Monday,

August 8th.Entry Fees: Breeding Show - $5.00/head Market Show - $10.00/headPen Fees: $2.50 per pen. Pens will be assigned by superintendent.

Bedding will not be provided.ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SENT WITH THE ENTRY FORM

OR EXHIBITOR WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO REGISTER AND WEIGH IN.

Breeding goats must be in place Monday, August 15th by 8:00 p.m. Breeding Market goats must be in place between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 16th.

Judging: Tuesday, August 16th 5:00 p.m.Release: 1 hour after the completion of the show. Please load out on

south end of Foundation Building. Enter from 18th Street and exit on Austin Road.

1. This is an Open Meat Goat show (Unsanctioned). Meat Goats may be any breed or cross, registered or unregistered.

2. Bucks will not be shown.3. All animals will be subject to veterinary inspection prior to show.

No abscesses, ringworm, soremouth, or other contagious diseases will be allowed.

4. A certificate of veterinary inspection or interstate health certificate that includes a Scrapie Premise ID number from your state shall accompany all out-of-state animals.

5. MN animals are to be in compliance with the State of MN Board of Animal health Scrapies ID Program. For more information or to obtain a premise ID number contact Linsey at 1-866-873-282 (Ext. 30).

6. Age requirements Junior Division - Does under 24 months of age that have not

given birth Senior Division - Does 12 months of age and over must have

kidded once, including dry does. Market Show - Market goats must be born on or after Jan. 1,

2015 and can be market wethers or market does.7. Market goats will be split by weight.8. Superintendent may split lots as necessary.9. All animals should be fitted and clean for the show. All market

wethers and market does must be slick shorn above knees and hocks.

Class 1 - Does: CommercialClass 2 - Does PercentageClass 3 - Does: Fullblood/PurebredClass 4 - Jackpot Market Goats

BREEDING DOE SHOW

Lot1. Junior Kid (Born after March 1, 2016)2. Senior Kid (Born January 1 to Feb. 29, 2016)3. Fall Kid (Born September 1 to December 31, 2015)4. Yearling (12-24 Months that have not kidded)5. Junior Champion6. Doe Under 2 Years (Born August 11, 2014 or after)7. Doe 2-4 Years (Born August 11, 2012 thru August 11, 2014)8. Doe 4 Years and older (Born August 10, 2012 and older)9. Senior Champion10. Overall Premium Champion Breeding Doe

JACKPOT MARKET SHOW • $10 entry fee • Entry fee paid out in Jackpot • Market goats will be split into two or more classes by Lot

number based on weight • These animals can come on Tuesday, August 16 between

1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Lot11. Dairy Market12. Champion Dairy Market13. Market Wether (Meat breeds)14. Market doe (Meat breeds)15. Overall champion market animal

PREMIUMS

INDIVIDUAL ENTRIES (Sliding Scale) Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 84 or less entries $12 $10 $8 $75 or 6 entries $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 7 or 8 entries $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $69 or 10 entries $18 $16 $14 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $6 $511 plus entries $20 $18 $16 $14 $13 $12 $10 $9 $8 $7 $6 $5

RosetteLots 5, 9, 10, 15


DEPT. E - MARKET GOATSCARY LARSONSuperintendent

26856 128th StreetNew Richland, MN 56079

507-461-1513

Quick Reference Market GoatsAll breeding entries must be PRE_REGISTERED

by Monday, August 8th.

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Entries should be pre-registered by August 10. Entries will be accepted between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm on the Monday the day before opening day of the fair.

Entries may be picked up between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Monday the day after the fair.

Email: [email protected]

NOTICE: Two or more persons in the same family cannot exhibit the same articles in the same class.

First time exhibitors will be given a special premium.

CONTEST RULES1. Entries must be raised by the exhibitor.2. No premiums must be given on any specials.3. Entries will be on Monday, August 15 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Pick

up entries & check on Monday, August 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Entries should be pre-registered, and can be registered online at scff.org.

4. Champion ribbons and a $5.00 premium will be awarded to best exhibit in Classes No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9.

5. One grand champion over all. Champion ribbons and $10.00 Premium.

CLASSESCORN – CLASS NO. 1

Early, Hybrid – must be 100 day or less; Late, Hybrid – must be 105 day or more. Exhibit judged on uniformity.Lots 1 10 ears, Early Hybrid, 2016 2 10 ears, Early Hybrid, 2015 3 10 ears, Late Hybrid, 2016 4 10 ears, Late Hybrid, 2015 5 10 ears, Early Sweetcorn, 2016 6 10 ears, Late Sweetcorn, 2016 7 10 ears, White Popcorn, 2015 8 10 ears, Yellow Popcorn, 2015 9 10 ears, Any Popcorn, 2016 10 10 ears, Indian Corn, 2015

SMALL GRAINS – CLASS NO. 2

2015-2016 – 3 qtsHave exhibit free of all foreign materials. Uniform size.

2016 SHEAF GRAIN – CLASS NO. 3Sheaf grains must be 3 inches in diameter at the center band.

Lots1 Wheat, Winter 5 Flax2 Wheat, Spring 6 Barley3 Oats, Early 7 Rye4 Oats, Late 8 Soybeans

2016 GRASSES – CLASS NO. 4Sheaf grasses must be 3 inches in diameter at the center band. All sheafs

dried. Tied at least 3 times or cured. No fresh cut.Lots1 Alfalfa 5 Timothy2 Red Clover 6 Phalaris, Canary Reed Grass3 Red Top 7 Orchard Grass4 Alysike 8 Brome Grass

2016 BALED HAY – CLASS NO. 5Hay must be baled – Full section of bale 12-inches long – Tied Twice

Lots 1 Alfalfa 2 Red Clover 3 Legume Grass

2016 HAYLAGE – CLASS NO. 6Haylage made from Legumes or Legumes and Grasses. Put in storage

with 50 percent moisture or less. MUST be exhibited in clear plastic 1 gal. Ziplock bag.

2016 GREEN STALK CORN – CLASS NO. 7Stalk must be in good condition with at least six inches of root attached.

Root must be wrapped. The judging will be done on the following basis:Lots1. Form of stalk including root, vigor of stalks and position of ear ............................... 70 points2. Quality of ear ................................................................... 30 points Total ........................ 100 points

Premiums will be awarded for Best Single Stalk with ear attached.

2016 GREEN HILL CORN – CLASS NO. 8Stalk and roots must be in good condition with at least six inches of root

attached. Root should be wrapped. The judging will be done on the following basis:Lots1. Form of stalk, including root development, strength and vigor of stalks and position of ears ............................................................................ 50 points2. Quality of ear ................................................................ 30 points3. Uniformity of ears and stalks ..................................... 20 points Total ........................ 100 points

CLASS NO. 9Lots1. Longest ear of corn - 20152. Longest ear of corn - 20163. Tallest stalk of corn - 20164. Soybean Stalk with the most pods - 2016

PREMIUMSClass No. 1 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 2 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 3 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 4 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 5 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 6 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 7 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 8 ................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 9 .................................$6.00 $4.00 $2.00

Lots 1 Shelled Corn 2 Wheat - Winter 3 Wheat - Spring 4 Rye - Winter 5 Oats, Gem 6 Oats, Dane 7 Oats, Any other Variety 8 Belle-Oats 9 Oats, Jerry

10 Barley, Stander11 Barley, Any other Variety12 Soybeans, Glenwood13 Soybeans Other Public Variety14 Soybeans, Other Private Variety15 Soybeans, Any Other Variety

JACK NOBLECo-Supt.

2549 Austin RoadOwatonna, MN 55060

507-451-2236

DARLENE NOBLECo-Supt.

Owatonna, MN 55060

PAT KINGAsst. Supt.

9322 Dodd RoadKilkenny, MN 56052

507-334-7971

DEPT. F - GRAINS AND GRASSES

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This position is responsible for operating our grain handling facilities in a safe and effi cient manner, receiving grain, maintaining grain quality and loading out grain to optimum grade specifi cations.

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Quick Reference Grains & GrassesEntries should be pre-registered by Wednesday, August 10.

Entries will be accepted between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 15.

ATTENTION PLEASE READ ALL RULES1. Entries will be accepted between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Monday the

day before the OPENING DAY OF THE FAIR. NOTE: Class 12 may be entered by 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, if the exhibitor

wishes.2. Entries may be picked up on Monday, the day after the fair from 9:00-11:00

a.m.3. All vegetables MUST be grown by the exhibitor.4. Only one entry per family will be allowed in the same lot, unless any other

member of the family has a separate garden plot.5. Any entry, not having the exact number as specified in each lot, will be

disqualified.6. Vegetables in each entry should be uniform in size, shape, color, properly

trimmed and cleaned, in usable stage of maturity, and free from disease, defects, and blemishes.

7. Co-Superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any vegetable during the fair that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

8. The Vegetable Department requires pre-registration. ONLINE ENTRIES are preferred. Entry deadline is the Friday prior to the SCFF. Additions or deletions to pre-registration forms will be made on the day of entry.

PREMIUM AWARDS 1st-Blue 2nd-Red 3rd-White

1. For Classes 2, 12 $6.00 $4.00 $3.002. For Classes 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 $4.00 $3.00 $2.003. For Class 10 (1st place only) $4.00 n/a n/a4. For Classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 12 a ribbon and $10.00 will be

awarded to the champion exhibit and a ribbon and $5.00 will be awarded to the reserve champion exhibit.

5. Grand Champion ribbon and a $20.00 gift certificate, donated by Cash Wise, will be awarded to the best overall entry.

CLASS 1 - POTATOES Potatoes may be washed but not skinned, and should be free of scabs. Display of 10 tubers is required, display box is provided.Lot No. 1 All Blue 5 Red Pontiac 2 Kennebec 6 Yukon Gold 3 Russet (specify variety) 7 Any other red (specify variety) 4 Red Norland 8 Any other white (specify variety)

CLASS 2 – DISPLAY OF VEGETABLESDisplay should consist of at least 6 different vegetables from one garden.

Labeling should include name and variety of vegetables entered. Display box, size 12 x 22 inches, provided.

Entries will be judged as follows: Quality ..................... 50 points Variety ...............15 points Arrangement ........... 25 points Labeling .............10 pointsLot No. 1 Adult Display - age 18 and over 2 Youth Display - thru age 17

CLASS 3 – ROOT CROPSTrim tops of most root crops to 1 1/4 inch, side roots may be trimmed off

but not the tap root.Lot No. 1 Beets - 5 specimens 2 Carrots, slender - 5 specimens

3 Carrots, blocky - 5 specimens 4 Parsnips - 5 specimens 5 Radish, winter - 3 specimens 6 Rutabagas - 3 specimens 7 Sweet Potatoes - 3 specimens 8 Turnips - 3 specimens 9 Any other root crop - 3 specimens (specify variety)

CLASS 4 – GREENS AND SALAD CROPS BROCCOLI - Stems cut about 5 inch from top of head, avoid yellow

flowers. CABBAGE - Stems cut 1/4 inch below head, keep about 4 wrapper leaves. CAULIFLOWER - Stems cut so as to leave 3 or 4 leaves. CELERY - Remove roots of stalk and display with top. SWISS CHARD - Trim off diseased and broken leaves until color is

uniform.Lot No. 1 Broccoli - 1 head 2 Brussels Sprouts - 10 sprouts 3 Cabbage, flat - 1 head 4 Cabbage, red - 1 head 5 Cabbage, round - 1 head 6 Cauliflower - 1 head 7 Celery - 1 stalk 8 Parsley - 1 potted plant 9 Swiss Chard - 1 plant, root removed 10 Any other green or salad crop (specify variety)

CLASS 5 – LEGUME CROPSStem ends should remain on the pods.

Lot No. 1 Green snap beans - 10 pods 2 Purple snap beans - 10 pods 3 Yellow wax beans - 10 pods 4 Lima beans - 10 pods 5 Pole beans - 10 pods 6 Okra - 6 pods 7 Peapods, 10 pods 8 Peapods, edible - 10 pods 9 Any other - 6 specimens (specify variety)

CLASS 6 – VINE CROPSKeep stems uniform to at least 1/4 to 1/2 inch.

Lot No. 1 Melon, green flesh - 1 specimen 2 Melon, orange flesh - 1 specimen 3 Cucumber, Burpless, 3 specimens 4 Cucumber, pickling, 2 to 3 inches - 8 specimens 5 Cucumber, pickling, 3 to 5 inches - 6 specimens 6 Cucumber, slicing - 3 specimens 7 Cucumber, ripe - 2 specimens 8 Pumpkin, Miniature “Jack-Be-Little” - 3 specimens 9 Pumpkin, Small pie - 1 specimen 10 Pumpkin, Field - 1 specimen 11 Watermelon, oblong - 1 specimen12 Watermelon, round - 1 specimen13 Any other vine crop (specify variety)

CLASS 7 – SQUASH Keep stems uniform to at least 1/4 to 1/2 inch.

Lot No. 1 Squash, Acorn - 1 specimen 2 Squash, Banana - 1 specimen 3 Squash, Buttercup - 1 specimen

LYNN VAN NURDENCo-Supt.

6092 SE 54th Ave.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-455-0706

CAROL RYPKACo-Supt.

2944 Rose St.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-451-0379

DEPT. G - VEGETABLES2016 Steele County Free Fair Exhibitor’s Guide

Quick Reference VegetablesThe Vegetable Department requires pre-registration. ONLINE ENTRIES are preferred. Entry deadline is the Friday prior to the

SCFF. Additions or deletions to pre-registration forms will be made on the day of entry.


4 Squash, Butternut - 1 specimen 5 Squash, Crookneck - 2 specimens 6 Squash, Hubbard - 1 specimen 7 Squash, Patty Pan - 2 specimens 8 Squash, Spaghetti - 1 specimen 9 Squash, Zucchini - 2 specimens 10 Any other squash - 1 specimen (specify variety)

CLASS 8 – BUSH CROPS PEPPERS AND EGGPLANT - Stems cut to 1/2 inch. TOMATOES - Stems removed.Lot No. 1 Eggplant, purple - 1 specimen 2 Eggplant, white - 1 specimen 3 Peppers, Chili, green - 5 specimens 4 Peppers, Chili, red - 5 specimens 5 Peppers, Jalapeno - 5 specimens 6 Peppers, Sweet Banana - 4 specimens 7 Peppers, Sweet Bell, green - 4 specimens 8 Peppers, Sweet Bell, red - 4 specimens 9 Any other pepper - 5 specimens (specify variety) 10 Tomatoes, Cherry - 10 specimens 11 Tomatoes, Red - 4 specimens 12 Tomatoes, Paste - 4 specimens 13 Tomatoes, Yellow - 4 specimens 14 Tomatoes, Yellow pear - 10 specimens 15 Tomatoes, Grape - 10 specimens 16 Any other bush crop - (specify variety)

CLASS 9 – OTHER CROPS KOHLRABI - Top 4 to 6 leaves trimmed to 1/2 inch. Roots removed just

below the ball. ONIONS - Pull onions prior to fair opening, so stems can be dry and cut

to 1 inch length. Rub clean. SWEET CORN - Allow a short shank, and only 2 or 3 outer leaves

removed.Lot No. 1 Dill, 8 inch stem - 3 heads 2 Garlic - 5 bulbs 3 Garlic, other - 5 specimens 4 Gourds, mixed - 6 specimens 5 Herb - 1 potted plant, labeled 6 Herbs - potted display consisting of 3 different varieties, labeled 7 Kohlrabi, purple - 4 specimens 8 Kohlrabi, white - 4 specimens 9 Onions, Pickling - 8 specimens10 Onions, Shallots - 8 specimens 11 Onions, Red - 4 specimens 12 Onions, White - 4 specimens 13 Onions, Yellow - 4 specimens 14 Onions, Bunching, with tops - 4 specimens15 Onions, Leeks, with tops - 4 specimens16 Any other onion - 4 specimens (specify variety)17 Sunflower - 1 head18 Sweet Corn, bi-color - 4 ears19 Sweet Corn, yellow - 4 ears20 Any other vegetable crop (specify variety)

CLASS 10 – LARGEST SPECIMENLot No. 1 Beet 10 Pepper 2 Broccoli 11 Potato 3 Cabbage 12 Pumpkin 4 Cantaloupe 13 Rutabagas 5 Carrot 14 Squash 6 Cauliflower 15 Tomato 7 Cucumber 16 Turnip 8 Kohlrabi 17 Watermelon 9 Onion

CLASS 11 – FREAK VEGETABLE

CLASS 12 – NOVELTY CLASSJudging is based on the following scale:

Creativity..........20 Points Originality..........20 PointsColor Harmony..........20 Points Design..........20 Points

Use of fair theme........20 pointsTABLE CENTERPIECE ARRANGEMENT

Arrangement should include 4 or more garden-grown vegetables with a suitable container or base, not to exceed 24 inches. Herbs may be included, but no flowers. General rules for vegetables will apply, except for required number of specimens allowed.

GARDEN CREATURESGarden Creatures must be created to include at least 6 vegetables.

JACK-O-LANTERNScarring is healed over cuts made on a pumpkin in the field.

Lot No. 1 Table Centerpiece Arrangement - Adult Display - age 18 and over 2 Table Centerpiece Arrangement - Youth Display - thru age 17 3 Garden Creatures - Adult Display - age 18 and over 4 Garden Creatures - youth Display - thru age 17 5 Painted Jack-O-Lantern - Adult Display - age 18 and over 6 Painted Jack-O-Lantern - Youth Display - thru age 17 7 Scarred Jack-O-Lantern - Adult Display - age 18 and over 8 Scarred Jack-O-Lantern - youth Display - thru age 17

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*SPECIAL NOTE** Wednesday Exhibitors may enter the fair grounds at the “Reserved Parking Only” entrance (directly across from Hy-Vee) along So. Cedar Ave. to unload exhibits. There is a 15-minute parking space designated for this purpose.

RULES & REGULATIONS 1. One entry per person per lot

2. Exhibitors should use extra care to enter their exhibit in the proper class, with the exact number of specimens or stems called for. The judges must disqualify the exhibit if this rule is not followed.

3. Where there is but one entry in a class and the specimen is such as not to merit as first premium award, second prize money may be paid. No prize money will be paid for inferior specimens.

4. No prize money will be paid to any class not listed in the premium book.5. The Association will supply containers for gladiolus specimens only

and will not be held responsible for loss of private vases, baskets, etc. Reasonable care and diligence will be exercised by the Association at all times to protect private property of the exhibitor.

6. The Association reserves the right to have the Superintendent of Flowers remove from display any exhibits which have become unsightly or unfit for display.

7. The following score card will be used in judging arrangements: Design .................................................................... 25 points Color Harmony ..................................................... 25 points Distinction and Originality ................................. 20 points Conformity to Schedule or Theme ..................... 10 points Condition of Material .......................................... 20 points Total .......................................................... 100 points

8. After judging has been completed, exhibitors may place their name on their exhibit.

9. Exhibitors desiring to reclaim their entries, such as containers, vases, etc., must do so between 5-8 pm Sunday, THE CLOSING DAY OF THE FAIR OR MONDAY FROM 9-11 A.M. UNLESS SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE.

10. The Flower Dept. Building will open Tuesday at noon and everyday after at 11:00 a.m.

11. Exhibits will be closed off during judging.12. Your winning certificates must be used 60 days after receiving them or

will be void.13. Your winning certificates not good with any other offers or coupons.

MONDAY SHOW – AUGUST 15, 2016The following entries will be taken at the Flower Building, Monday, from Noon to 7:00 p.m.

CLASS 1 – Gladiolus, single spike display(Class 1 is open to all Exhibitors)

1st Prize – $4.00; 2nd – $3.00; 3rd – $2.00LOT 1. Gladiolus, any color, 1 spike - 100 size, (under 2-1/” width of bloom)

2. Gladiolus, any color 1 spike - 200 size, (2-1/2” - 3-1/2” width of bloom) 3. Gladiolus, any color, 1 spike - 300 size, (3-1/2” - 4-1/2” width of bloom) 4. Gladiolus, any color, 1 spike - 400 size, (4-1/2” - 5-1/2” width of bloom) 5. Gladiolus, any color, 1 spike - 500 size, (5-1/2” and larger width of bloom)GLADIOLUS GRAND CHAMPION - $25 Gift Card from FarewayGLADIOLUS RESERVE CHAMPION - $10.00 Gift Card from Hy-Vee1ST RESERVE - Large 1 Topping Pizza given by Godfather’s Pizza

MONDAY SHOW – AUGUST 15, 2016The following entries will be taken at the Flower Building, Monday from

Noon to 7:00 p.m.

Class “2” Rose Display(Class 2 is open to all exhibitors)

1st Prize - $4.00; 2nd Prize - $3.00; 3rd Prize - $2.00LOT (Please include the variety name and leave foliage on the stem)1 Rose, Hybrid tea, white, 1 specimen2 Rose, Hybrid tea, pink or pink blend, 1 specimen3 Rose, Hybrid tea, yellow or yellow blend, 1 specimen4 Rose, Hybrid tea, red or red blend, 1 specimen5 Rose, Hybrid tea, any other color, 1 specimen6 Rose, Floribunda, light color, 1 spray, not disbudded7 Rose, Floribunda, dark color, 1 spray, not disbudded8 Rose, Grandiflora, light color, suitable specimen9 Rose, Grandiflora, dark color, suitable specimen10 Rose, any other, any color11 Rose, Miniature, any color, 1 sprayROSE GRAND CHAMPION - $25.00 Gift Certificate from FarewayROSE RESERVE CHAMPION - $20.00 Gift Certificate from Souba’s1ST RESERVE - Large 1 topping Pizza given by Godfather’s PizzaFlower Department Sponsored by

MICHELE WARNERSuperintendent

4864 SE 34th Ave.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-573-1169

CINDY WESELYAsst. Supt.

3231 SW 52nd Ave.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-390-3095

DEPT. H - FLOWERS2016 Steele County Free Fair Exhibitor’s Guide

ATTENTION: PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR EVERY ENTRY. The Fair must receive your pre-registration form (the form may be found in this book or online at www.scff.org) by August 5, 2016. You may mail your form, deliver it to the fair office or submit it on line at scff.org. Only entries that have been pre-registered will be accepted. Please remember that you are not obligated, or in anyway required to enter what you have pre-registered.

Again this year is the entry and judging of the potted plants, glads, roses and garden flowers on MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2016. This is the day before the first day of the fair. These entries will be accepted from Noon to 7:00 p.m. on Monday the 15th.Thank you and please remember to PRE-REGISTER!


MONDAY SHOW – AUGUST 15, 2016The following entries (Class 3 & 4) will be accepted from Noon to 7:00 p.m. on Monday at the Flower Building. Exhibitors must furnish a clear/non-colored container for each entry. The stem below the water line must be free of leaves. Flower stems should be uniform in length and leave foliage on stems.

CLASS 3 – Garden Flowers (Annuals)(Class “3” is open to all exhibitors)

1st Prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.001 Ageratum, 3 stems2 Aster, single or double, 3 blooms3 Begonias, wax, 3 stems4 Begonias, tuberous, 3 stems5 Calendula, 3 blooms6 Calla lily, 3 stems7 Canna8 Celosia, crested cox comb, 2 stems9 Celosia, plumed, 2 stems10 Cleome, 1 stem11 Coleus, 1 variety, 3 stems12 Cosmos, 1 variety, 3 stems13 Dahlia, over 8” in diameter, 1 stem14 Dahlia, 6-8” in diameter, 1 stem - must include foliage15 Dahlia, 4-6” in diameter, 1 stem - must include foliage16 Dahlia, 2-4” in diameter, 1 stem - must include foliage17 Dahlia, under 2”, 1 stem - must include foliage18 Impatiens, single, 3 sprays19 Impatiens, double, 3 sprays20 Impatiens,, New Guinea, 3 sprays21 Sun Impatiens22 Larkspur, 3 spikes23 Marigold, over 3” in diameter, 3 blooms24 Marigold, 2-3”, 3 blooms25 Marigold, under 2”, 5 blooms26 Nasturtium, single or double, 5 blooms27 Pansies, 3 blooms28 Petunia, single, 1 variety, 3 sprays29 Petunia, double, 1 variety, 3 sprays30 Petunia, wave, 1 variety, 3 sprays31 Phlox (annual), 1 variety, 3 stems32 Salvia, 1 variety, 3 branches33 Snapdragon, 3 spikes34 Statice, 1 variety, 3 stems35 Strawflower, 3 stems36 Sunflower37 Toreniq - 3 sprays38 Verbena, 3 stems39 Vinca, 5 stems40 Viola, 5 stems41 Zinnia, 3” diameter, 1 variety, 3 stems42 Zinnia, under 3”, 1 variety, 3 stems43 Mixed Zinnia’s, 4 different colors & type44 Any other specimen not listed above greater than 3” in diameter, 1-3 stems, must be named.45 Any other specimen not listed above less than 3”, 1-3 stems, must be named!GARDEN FLOWER GRAND CHAMPION - $25.00 Gift Certificate from FarewayGARDEN FLOWER RESERVE CHAMPION - $20.00 Gift Certificate from Souba’s1ST RESERVE - $10.00 Gift Certificate from Cedar Floral

CLASS 4 – Garden Flowers (Perennials)(Class “4” is open to all exhibitors)

1st Prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.001 Achillea, 3 stems2 Baby’s Breath (Gypsophilia), 1 stem3 Balloon Flower (Platycodon), 1 stem4 Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia), over 3” dia., 1 stem5 Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia), under 3” diam., 1 stem6 Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) over 3” 1 Bloom7 Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) under 3” 1 Bloom8 Campanula, 3 stems

9 Carnation, 3 stems10 Chrysanthemums11 Coral Bells, 3 stems12 Coneflower, 1 stem13 Coreopsis, 3 stems/1 spray14 Daisy, Gloriosa, 3 stems15 Daisy, Shasta, 3 stems16 Daisy, any other, must name, 3 stems17 Delphinium, 1 spike18 Eupatorium19 Any foliage under 3” in width - must be named20 Any foliage over 3” in width - must be named21 Flowering Vine or Shrub - must be named22 Gaillardia, 3 stems23 Hosta leaf, over 5” wide, 1 leaf 24 Hosta leaf, 3-5” wide, 1 leaf25 Hosta leaf, under 3” wide, 1 leaf26 Heliopsis, 3 stems27 Lily, Asiatic, 1 stem28 Lily, Day, 1 stem29 Lily, Oriental, 1 stem30 Lily, Tiger, 1 stem31 Monarda, 3 stems32 Ornamental grasses, 3 stems33 Phlox, 3 stems34 Russian Sage (Pervoskia), 1 stem35 Salvia, 3 branches36 Scabiosa, 3 stems37 Veronica, 3 stems38 Heuchera, 3 leaves same variety39 Any other specimen not listed above greater than 3” in dia, 1-3 stems, must be named40 Any other specimen not listed above less than 3” in dia., 1-3 stems, must be named.Garden Flower Class “4” Grand Champion - $25.00 Chamber Bucks from Owatonna Garden ClubGarden Flower Class “4” Reserve Champion - $25 Gift Card from Fareway1st Reserve $10 Gift Card from Hy-Vee

POTTED PLANTS - Class 5Monday, August 15, 2016

(Class “5” is open to all exhibitors)1st Prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00

Entries will be accepted from noon to 7:00 p.m. on Monday in the Flower Building. The name of the plant must accompany each entry. Pre-registration is required. Hanging baskets are no longer accepted.

CLASS 5 – Potted Plants1 African Violets, single bloom2 African Violets, double bloom3 Begonia, blooming4 Begonia, non blooming5 Bromeliad6 Cactus under 6”7 Cactus over 6”8 Coleus9 Dracaena10 Fairy Gardens 13 yrs. & under11 Fairy Gardens14 yrs. & up12 Fern13 Geranium14 Geranium, scented15 Hibiscus16 Hoya17 Impatiens, single18 Impatens, double19 Impatiens, New Guinea20 Ivy21 Maranta22 Mixed Container

DEPT. H - FLOWERS CONTINUED


23 Peace Lily24 Petunia25 Polka Dot Plant26 Pothos27 Succulent, blooming28 Succulent, all others29 Succulent, dish garden, 12” max container30 Blooming plant not otherwise listed (Must name)31 Foliage plant not otherwise listed (Must name)32 Aromatic Herb33 Culinary Herb34 Medical Herb35 Herb, all others

Grand Champion - $25 Gift Certificate from Turtle Creek NurseryReserve Champion - $20 Gift Certificate from Torey’s1st Reserve - $10 Gift Certificate from El Tequila

WEDNESDAY SHOW – AUGUST 17, 2016Class 6 - Special Classes

A class for people with Developmental Disabilities.1st Prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00

LOT1 Flower specimens (either perennial or annual)2 An arrangement of fresh garden flowers3 A bouquet of fresh garden flowers in a vase or container4 Indoor container grown plant, flowering5 Indoor container grown plant, foliage6 Cactus7 Outdoor patio containerPrize to Be Announced

Class 7 - Adult Non-professional Arrangements(Class “7” is open to all non-professionals over the age of 15)

1st Prize - $4.00 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00The following arrangements will be accepted on Wednesday, the second day of

the fair, in the Flower Building from noon to 7:00 p.m.No commercially grown flowers or greens. Do not use any national flags. If using fruits or vegetables as accents, do not cut them. No artificial flowers or foilage are permitted. The following are not permitted: natural bird’s nests, “stuffed birds, natural insects. Naturally shed feathers from non-endangered species may be used. Fresh plant material cannot be treated in any manner. Exhibitor may spend up to $10.00. Must include reciept with entry. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.LOT 1. Create an arrangement using the theme of Grandpa’s Boot using your choice of accents and container. 2. Exhibitors Choice. Must name theme. 3. Create an Summer Rainbow (Rainbow of Color) arrangement, your choice of accents & container.Class 6 Grand Champion - $20 Gift Certificate from Cedar FloralClass 6 Reserve Champion - $10 Gift Certificate from Plaza Morena1st Reserve Champion - $10 Gift Certificate from El Tequila

Class 8 - PROFESSIONAL DESIGN ARRANGEMENTSWEDNESDAY SHOW – AUGUST 17, 2016

1st Prize - $6.00 2nd Prize - $4.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00 Arrangements will be accepted from noon to 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Each

arrangement must not exceed $50 wholesale cost. Donated wholesale material must be included in cost. Please include an index card with the arrangement that itemizes your costs. Professional exhibitors may use commercially grown flowers and greens. Do not use any national flags. If using fruits or vegetables as accents, do not cut them. No artificial flowers, are permitted. The following are not permitted: natural bird’s nests, “stuffed birds, natural insects. Naturally shed feathers from non-endangered species may be used. Fresh plant material

cannot be treated in any manner. Each arrangement must not exceed a size of arrangements will need to fit inside a 2’ high x 2’ wide x 2’ deep template.

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.LOT 1. Create a fresh Vintage arrangement, your choice of accents. 2. Create a Back to Basic arrangement, no accents allowed. 3. Create a Fresh Flower and Plant arrangement, using flameless candles & your choice of accents.Professional Arrangements Grand Champion - $75 Chamber BucksProfessional Arrangements Reserve Champion - $25 Chamber Bucks1st Reserve Champion - $10 Gift Certificate from Plaza Morena

JUNIOR & SENIOR CHILDREN’S FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS WEDNESDAY SHOW - AUGUST 17, 2016

Entries will be accepted from noon to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, in the Flower Building. This is a child’s program - work must be mostly done by the exhibitor. Exhibitor may spend up to $10 but must supply receipt with entry. Do not use any national flags. If using fruits or vegetables as accents, do not cut them. No artificial flowers or foliage are permitted. The following are not permitted: natural bird’s nests, “stuffed birds”, natural insects. Naturally shed feathers from non-endangered species may be used. Fresh plant material cannot be treated in any manner. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Class 9 - Ages 5 & 61st prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00LOT 1. Create an arrangement with an Cow Jumped Over the Moon theme, your choice of accents and container. 2. Create an arrangement with a Fishing theme, your choice of accents and container 3. Create an arrangement with a Rainbow of Color theme.1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes in each lot receive a gift certificate from Cash Wise Foods.

Class 10 - Ages 7, 8 & 91st prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00LOT 1. Create an arrangement with an Cow Jumped Over the Moon theme, your choice of accents and container. 2. Create an arrangement with a Fishing theme, your choice of accents and container. 3. Create an arrangement that has a Rainbow of Color theme.1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes in each lot receive a gift certificate from Cash Wise Foods. Class 8 & 9 will be awarded an over allJR. Grand Champion - 10 punch pool card from AmericInnJR. Reserve Champion - 10 punch pool card from AmericInn

Class 11 - Ages 10, 11, 12 & 131st prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00LOT 1. Create an arrangement with a Good Ole Summer Time theme, your choice of accents and container. 2. Create an arrangement with a Black & White theme, your choice of accents and container. 3. Create an arrangement with a Vintage theme, using something re-purposed. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes in each lot receive a value meal from Subway or combo meal from Taco Johns

Class 12 - Ages 14 thru 171st prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00LOT 1. Create an arrangement with a Good Ole Summer Time theme, your choice of accents and container. 2. Create an arrangement with a Black & White theme, your choice of accents and container. 3. Create an arrangement with a Vintage theme, using something re-purposed.1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes in each lot receive either a value meal from Subway or a combo meal from Taco Johns.Classes 10 & 11 will be awarded an overall

Must be named

DEPT. H - FLOWERS CONTINUED


DEPT. H - FLOWERS CONTINUEDSR. Grand Champion - Owatonna High School Activity Ticket given by Steele County Master Gardners & Owatonna High School.Sr. Reserve Champion - Large 1 Topping Pizza given by Godfather’s Pizza.

Class 13 - Table Setting 18 years of age or youngerWEDNESDAY, SHOW AUGUST 17, 2016

1st prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00Arrangements will be accepted from noon until 7 p.m. on Wednesday. This is a child’s program - work mostly must be done by the exhibitor. Exhibitor may spend up to $10.00 (must supply receipt with entry). No artificial flowers or foliage are permitted. Fresh plant material cannot be treated in any manner.

No silverware or food. Exhibitor must furnish a fresh floral arrangement, cloth, napkin and one place setting of dishes. This arrangement is not to

exceed a size of 2” high by 2’ wide x 2’ deep.LOT 1. A Frozen Party (The Movie) 2. Grandma’s Birthday 3. Easter SundayClass 13 Table Setting 18 and younger Grand Champion: 5 free Pool Passes from River Springs Water ParkClass 13 Table Setting 18 and younger Reserve Champion: 5 free Pool Passes from River Springs Water Park

Class 14 - Table Setting 19 years of age and olderWEDNESDAY, SHOW AUGUST 17, 2016

1st prize - $4.00 - 2nd Prize - $3.00 - 3rd Prize - $2.00Arrangements will be accepted from noon until 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Exhibitor may spend up to $10.00 (must supply receipt with entry). No

artificial flowers or foliage are permitted. Fresh plant material cannot be treated in any manner. No silverware or food. Exhibitor must furnish a

fresh floral arrangement, cloth, napkin and one place setting of dishes. This arrangement is not to exceed a size of 2” high x 2’ wide x 2’ deep.

LOT 1. We Gather Together (Name your Theme) 2. A Silver Anniversary 3. Easter SundayClass 14 Table Setting 19 and older Grand Champion: $20.00 chamber bucks from Master GardnersClass 14 Table Setting 19 and older Reserve Champion: $10.00 gift card from Hy-Vee

Class 15 - Floral Horticulture ContestSee what you can create

Use very creative objects to build your entry around - logs, chunks of metal, anything unique. Use vegetables, flowers, fruit, grain - anything that can be entered in Departments F-I and L. Unusual shaped vegetables, flowers, etc.

- crooked carrots, curled cucumbers, crooked flowers, etc. They do not need to be show quality but cannot be spoiled, wilted or damaged. No artificial

veggies, flowers, etc. The More Creative - The Better. Creations will be Judged on Tuesday, August 16 & Prizes will be awarded

Prizes to be announced.THIS CLASS DOES NOT REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION!

A special Thank You to the generous sponsors of the Flower Department

❀Thank You Everyone! Michele & Cindy

El Tequila Mexican Restaurant, OwatonnaPlaza Morena Restaurant, Owatonna

AmericInn, OwatonnaOwatonna High School, Owatonna

Owatonna RV Services

Souba Greenhouse Cash Wise, Owatonna

Godfather’s Pizza, OwatonnaSubway, Owatonna

Taco John’s, OwatonnaTorey’s

River Springs Water Park

Cedar Floral Turtle Creek Nursery, Owatonna

Steele Co. Master Gardeners Owatonna Garden Club

Hy-Vee Fareway Foods

The sponsors that make our department a success.

Please support these businesses!

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RULES & REGULATIONS1. Pre-register your entries and mail them to Steele County Free Fair at P.O. Box

650 Owatonna, MN 55060, or register online at scff.org by August 5th.2. Entries will only be accepted between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM on Monday,

August 15th.3. All entries will be judged on Tuesday the 16th.4. Only one entry per family in the same lot.5. Each variety must be correctly named.6. Fruit should be sound and free from disease and blemish. Stems should be

present. Exhibits may be judged on flavor as well as appearance.7. Refer to each department description as to how many specimens to enter.8. Exhibits can be picked up Sunday night from 8:00 - 9:00 PM August 21st.

CLASSESCLASS 1 – APPLES

Display 5 apples on a plate that is provided.Lot 1. Beacon 2. Connell Red 3. Cortland 4. Delicious (Golden) 5. Duchess 6. Empire 7. Fireside 8. Frostbite 9. Haralson 10. Honey Crisp 11. Honey Gold 12. Keep Sake

CLASS 2 – PECKS OF APPLESDisplay a peck of apples in boxes provided. Lot

1. Beacon 2. Connell Red 3. Cortland 4. Delicious (Golden) 5. Delicious (Red) 6. Duchess 7. Fireside 8. Frostbite 9. Haralson 10. Honey Crisp 11. Honey Gold 12. Keep Sake

CLASS 3 – TREE FRUITLot 1. Centennial Crabapple 10 specimens 2. Chestnut Crabapple 10 specimens 3. Dolga Crabapple 10 specimens 4. Early Strawberry Crabapple 10 specimens 5. Whitney Crabapple 10 specimens 6. Dwarf Pear 5 specimens 7. Parker Pear 5 specimens

8. Patten Pear 5 specimens 9. Luscious Pear 5 Specimens 10. Superior Plum 1/2 pint box 11. Toka Plum 1/2 pint box 12. Cherries 1/2 pint box 13. Apricots 1/2 pint box 13. Wanda Plum 1/2 pint box 14. Any other variety of tree fruit

CLASS 4 – VINE FRUITDisplay 3 bunches on a plate provided.

Lot 1 Beta Grapes 2 Blue Bell Grapes 3 Concord Grapes 4 Fredonia Grapes 5 Frontenac Grapes 6 Frontenac Gris Grapes 7 La Crescent Grapes

CLASS 5 – BUSH FRUITDisplay berries in 1/2 pint boxes provided.

Lot 1 Blackberries 8 Gooseberries 2 Blueberries 9 Black Raspberries 3 Choke Cherries 10 Gold Raspberries 4 Cranberries 11 Everbearing Raspberries 5 Elderberries 12 Summer Raspberries 6 Garden Huckleberries 13 Any other Bush Fruit 7 Ground Cherries in Husks

CLASS 6 – LARGEST FRUITLot 1 Largest fruit

CLASS 7 – HONEYHoney should be in 1/2 pint container with removable lid

Lot 1 Alfalfa Comb 6. Clover Raw 2. Alfalfa Raw 7. Fruit Tree Comb 3. Buckwheat Comb 8. Fruit Tree Raw 4. Buckwheat Raw 9. Wildflower Comb 5. Clover Comb 10. Wildflower Raw

CLASS 8 – OTHER CROPSLot 1 Rhubarb5 stalks tied together. Stalk pulled from plant, not cut. Trim leaf blade to 1 inch.

CLASS 9 – FRUIT CENTERPIECELot 1 Table arrangementCreate a table centerpiece using your choice of fresh, homegrown or artificial fruits and other accents.

PREMIUMSClass 2, 9 ....................................................... $6.00 $4.00 $3.00Class 1,3,4,5,6, 7, 8 ....................................... $4.00 $3.00 $2.00Champion ribbons and a $5.00 premium may be awarded to the best exhibit in its class.A reserve champion ribbon and a gift certificate donated by Steele County Master Gardeners will be awarded to one exceptional exhibit.Best apple exhibit receives a gift certificate donated by A Taste of the Big Apple.Best grape exhibit receives a gift certificate donated by Nagel Sod Farm & Nursery.Best exhibit of all other lots receives a gift certificate donated by K-Designers Home Remodeling Leader.

13. McIntosh14. Paula Red15. Prairie Sky16. Red Baron17. Regent18. Snow Sweet19. Spartan20. State Fair21. Sweet Sixteen22. SweeTango23. Zestar24. Any other variety

13. McIntosh14. Paula Red15. Prairie Sky16. Red Baron17. Regent18. Snow Sweet19. Spartan20. State Fair21. Sweet Sixteen22. SweeTango23. Zestar24. Any other variety

8 Marquette Grapes 9 Somerset Seedless Grapes10 St. Croix Grapes11 Valiant Grapes12 Any Other

COURTNEY MISLINSKI Co-Supt.

3640 NE 34th Ave.Owatonna, MN 55060

[email protected]

CAITLYNN KAPLAN Co-Supt.

559 E. UniversityOwatonna, MN 55060

[email protected]

DEPT. I - FRUIT CROPSQuick Reference Fruit Crops

Register by Friday, August 5.Drop o� August 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Pick up August 21 from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m.We are located in the Fine Arts Building. Please Pre-Register.


RULES & REGULATIONS1. All entries must be pre-registered! You may register on-line or on the

form found on page 4. All entry forms must be received in the fair office by Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016. Exhibitors are encouraged to register more items than they may actually end up bringing to insure that they are properly registered and able to exhibit all entries. Items not brought in will be deleted on entry day.

2. Entries will be accepted on Monday, August 15th, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. only.

3. Exhibitors are asked to park in the parking lot north of the community center. Please enter off of Park Street. Park in the handicap spots (this has been approved by the sheriff ’s department). There will be golf carts to take you to and from the department. If you have more than 30 entries, please let one of the drivers know and they will assist you in getting your vehicle up to the Culinary Arts Building.

4. Entries, ribbons, checks are to be picked up on Monday, August 22nd, 2016 between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. NO EARLY PICK-UPS

5. Each exhibitor may enter only one item per lot. Exhibitors are encouraged, however, to make several entries - there is no limit.

6. Only products of the “home” kitchen are eligible - no mixes - unless the mix is an ingredient or is specified in the category.

7. All baked products are to be exhibited on a white paper plate, with the recipe under the plate (please no names on the recipe) in a clear Ziploc-style bag. (All entries must have a recipe, except for “It’s a Secret” Division)

8. Entries that have ingredients that requires refrigeration must be entered in the Refrigerated Division.

9. An item/recipe may only be entered once - pick the best category: each should only be in one division, one class, one lot. NO division, class or lot changed will be allowed. Items exhibited more than once will be ineligible for ribbon placing.

10. For Supreme Ruler awards, if you are a junior (14 yrs and under), your entries in the Junior Divisions will only be used to make you eligible for the Junior Supreme Ruler award. You will not be eligible for the Supreme Ruler Award until age 15 and older.

11. Red Star Yeast and Products has donated coupons and Red Star Yeast packages to all exhibitors.

12. How much to bring for an entry: • Breads - 1/4 Loaf • Pies - a slice • Cakes - 3”x3” piece • All other items - minimum of 3 - max of 5 CLASSES RED STAR Yeast & Products will provide coupons and RED STAR Yeast to all exhibitors entering in the baked goods divisions.

DIVISION – YEAST BREAD(a different recipe for each exhibit)

Grand Champion - Gift from Red Star Yeast and Products and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 1 Yeast - In Oven

Lot 1 Bread, white 2 Bread, whole wheat3 Bread, other grains such as Rye, oatmeal, whole-grain4 Bread, French5 Bread, Flavored6 Dinner rolls7 Croissants, bagels, pretzels8 Other

CLASS 2 Yeast - Sweet DoughLot1 Coffee cake or tea ring2 Sweet rolls with fruit or nuts, unfrosted3 Plain sweet rolls such as cinnamon and caramel4 Other

CLASS 3 Yeast - Bread MachineLot 1 Bread, white 2 Bread, whole wheat 3 Bread, other grains such as rye, oatmeal, multi-grain 4 Bread, flavored 5 Dinner rolls 6 Other DIVISION – QUICK BREADSGrand Champion - A gift donated by CashWise and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 4 Quick Breads - No Yeast Lot 1 Fruited bread 4 Muffins 2 Vegetable bread 5 Other 3 Coffee cake DIVISION – GLUTEN-FREE

Grand Champion - A gift donated by Starbuck’s and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 5 Gluten-FreeLot 1 Bread, white 4 Cake 2 Bread, fruit 5 Cookies 3 Muffins 6 Other

DIVISION – SCONESGrand Champion - A gift donated by Central Park Coffee and a grand

champion ribbon.

CLASS 6 SconesLot 1 Plain 3 Chocolate 2 Fruit 4 Other

DIVISION – UNFROSTED CAKEGrand Champion - A gift donated by Torey’s Restaurant and a grand

champion ribbon.

CLASS 7 Unfrosted Cake, enter with top side up 1 Angel food, white 2 Angel food, chocolate 3 Chiffon 4 Sponge 5 Jelly Roll 6 White Cake (egg whites only) 7 Spice Cake 8 Light cake with fruit or nuts 9 Chocolate cake 10 Vegetable or fruit type cake such as carrot, pumpkin, applesauce, etc. 11 Other

DEPT. J - CULINARY ARTS

MONICA KRUSCHKESuperintendent

[email protected]

MELISSA KARLCo-Superintendent

[email protected]

Quick ReferencePre-registered entries only - due in the fair o� ce by Wednesday, August 8, 2016

Entry day: Monday, August 15, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Pick up entries, premiums & prizes:

Monday, August 22, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.We are located underneath the grandstand - north end


DIVISION – DECORATED CAKE / ITEM Grand Champion - A gift donated by Famous Dave’s and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 8 Decorated CakeLot 1 Fancy Decorated Cake - edible cake and frosting requiring no refrigeration (whole cake) 2 Other - such as gingerbread houses, cakepops.

DIVISION - FROSTED CUPCAKESGrand Champion - A gift donated by Wal-Mart and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 9 Frosted Cupcakes (3)Lot1 Classic2 Fruit Flavor3 Drink Flavor

DIVISION – COOKIESGrand Champion - A gift donated by Kernel Restaurant and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 10 Drop CookiesLot 1 Chocolate chip 6 Fruit or nut drop 2 Peanut butter 7 Macaroons 3 Molasses 8 Vegetable 4 Chocolate drop 9 Sugar 5 Oatmeal drop 10 Other CLASS 11 Rolled or Molded CookiesLot 1 Rolled, white 2 Rolled, dark 3 Rolled, fruit filled 4 Molded or shaped 5 Other

CLASS 12 Other Types of CookiesLot1 Refrigerator, plain2 Refrigerator, pinwheel3 No bake4 Other

DIVISION - BARSGrand Champion - A gift donated by Old Town Bagels and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 13 BARS

Lot 1 Brownies, plain unfrosted 5 Vegetable 2 Brownies, nuts or frosting 6 Unbaked 3 Layer 7 Other 4 Fruit

DIVISION – PIESGrand Champion - A gift donated by The Kitchen and a grand champion

ribbon.Only baked products accepted - no puddings, whipped cream, custards or

meringues. See the Refrigerated Division for cream pie and meringue entries. Fillings should be made from scratch - except where specified.CLASS 14 PiesLot 1 Peach 5 Purchased filling 2 Apple 6 Other 3 Blueberry 4 Rhubarb

DIVISION – MIXES Grand Champion - A gift donated by Torey’s Restaurant and a grand champion ribbon. NOTE: Please check other divisions for amounts to be exhibited.CLASS 15 MixesLot

1 Purchased Mix used creatively. Specify mix used and exhibit a product

made with the mix. (example: bars made from a cake mix.)2 Frozen Bread Dough used creatively. Specify dough used and exhibit a

product made with the dough. (example: monkey bread made from a loaf of frozen whole wheat bread.)

3 Other

DIVISION – CANDYGrand Champion-A gift donated by Fareway and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 16 CandyLot 1 Fudge 4 Mints 2 Caramels 5 Peanut Brittle 3 Divinity 6 Other

DIVISION - HOLIDAY FAVORITES Entries should be a favorite made for the holiday. Remember, items requiring refrigeration will not be accepted.

Grand Champion - A gift donated by Fareway and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 17 Holiday Favorites Lot 1 Valentine’s Day 5 Halloween 2 St. Patrick’s Day 6 Thanksgiving 3 Easter 7 Christmas 4 4th of July 8 Other

DIVISION - INTERNATIONAL FOODSEntries should be a traditional product (for example, lefse, or strudel) of the country. Remember, items requiring refrigeration will not be accepted.

Grand Champion - A gift donated by TBD and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 18 International FoodsLot 1 Somalia 6 Italy 2 Southeast Asia 7 France 3 Mexico/Spain 8 England 4 Germany 9 Other 5 Scandinavia

DIVISION – REFRIGERATED Grand Champion - A gift donated by Cash Wise Foods and a grand champion ribbon. NOTE: Please check other divisions for amounts to be exhibited.

SPECIAL RULES — We are happy to offer this division where items will be displayed in a refrigerated case. Due to space limits, each exhibitor is limited to one entry in this division and we will only be accepting cheesecake, cream pies and pie topped with meringue this year.CLASS 19 RefrigeratedLot

1 Cheesecake - all flavors 2 Cream Pie - all flavors 3 Meringue Pie - all flavors 4 Pecan5 Pumpkin

DIVISION - BAKING LIGHT/BAKING HEALTHY Entries should contain at least one ingredient that makes the product healthier. Examples might be baking with Splenda instead of sugar, using Egg Beaters instead of eggs, modifying a baked item to be “low carb,” etc.

Grand Champion - A gift donated by Cash Wise Foods and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 20 Baking Light/Baking Healthy Lot 1 Bread 5 Mixes 2 Cake 6 Candy 3 Cookies and bars 7 Other

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DIVISION - IT’S A SECRET This division is for exhibits where the recipe does not exist or where the exhibitor does not want to share the “secret” recipe - example, a family secret.Grand Champion - A gift donated by Starbucks and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 21 Secret Recipe Lot 1 Bread 5 Mixes 2 Cake 6 Candy 3 Cookies and bars 7 Other 4 Pies

DIVISION - EVERYTHING’S BETTER WITH BUTTER Special Rules: This contest features butter. Entries must use only butter as the fat ingredient. Each entry will receive 1 pound of butter donated HOPE CREAMERY. Each entry must have 2 recipes. 1st us under the plate with no name. The 2nd must have your name and town on it. You must turn in the 2nd with your entry, as the SCADA will be putting together a cookbook. (The following year(s) they will have copies available to people entering in the Culinary Arts Department). Only baked products will be accepted - no fillings, cream cheese frosting, custard pudding, or whipped cream.

Class 22 - Butter Cookies Lot 1 - Cookies Class 23 - Butter Cakes Lot 1 - Cake Class 24 - Butter Pastries Lot 1 - Pastries Class 25 - Other Lot 1 - Other

DIVISION – FAIR THEMEGrand Champion - A gift donated by Sportman’s Grille and a grand champion ribbon.

SPECIAL RULES – 1. Entries must coordinate with this year’s fair theme “Grow, Sew and Show in

2016.”2. All other rules and regulations for the culinary arts department apply. Please

read the rules and regulations at the beginning of the culinary arts division.3. Please check other divisions for amounts to be exhibited.

CLASS 26 Fair ThemeLot

1. This year the exhibit must be made of edible items, except the item it’s displayed on. We are the Culinary Arts Department, so tie in this year’s theme, please depict your exhibit as “Grow, Sew, and Show.”

DIVISION - CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE - ADULT Entries in this division should focus on chocolate - the more the better! Entries

must contain a minimum of 1/4 cup chocolate in any form - syrup, cocoa powder, baking chocolate, chips, etc. Chocolate should be the primary flavor in

this division.

Grand Champion - A gift donated by Kernel Restaurant and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 27 Chocolate Desserts - Adults Lot 1 Cake 2 Cookies 3 Bars - not brownies 4 Brownies 5 Other

DIVISION - CULINARY CREATIONS - ADULTSponsored by Burke’s Taffy

SPECIAL RULES: 1. Entries must be an original recipe created by the exhibitor containing all 6 of the selected ingredients for the year plus any other ingredients of the exhibitor’s choice. The 6 selected ingredients will change each year. This year’s selected ingredients are: 1. Sunflower Seeds 2. 100% Fruit Juice 3. White Chocolate 4. Instant Pudding 5. Pretzels 6. Canned Pie Filling. 2. Entries requiring refrigeration will not be accepted.

3. The original recipe must be included with the entry and must contain the list of ingredients with measurements and the preparation steps. 4. All other rules of the culinary arts department apply. Please read the rules and regulations at the beginning of the culinary arts division. 5. Grand Champion in the adult division will receive $25 and a grand champion ribbon; second place will receive $20 and third will receive $15. All prizes are generously donated by Bill Oz, Burke’s Taffy.

CLASS 28 Culinary Creations - AdultLot 1 Bars 2 Cake 3 Candy 4 Cookies 5 Pie 6 Other

DIVISION – NURSING HOME, ASSISTED LIVING, GROUP HOMEExhibitors in this division must be residents of a nursing,

assisted living, or group home.

Grand Champion - A gift donated by Wal-Mart and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 29 NURSING HOME, ASSISTED LIVING, GROUP HOMELot 1 Bars 6 Pies 2 Cake 7 Other 3 Quick Bread 4 Cookies 5 Muffins

DIVISION – BAKING FOR JUNIORS (14 years and under) Each family member must use a different recipe.

Grand Champion - A gift donated by Culver’s and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 30 Baking for JuniorsLot 1 Cookies, plain 9 Unfrosted cupcake 2 Frosted and/or decorated cookies 10 Frosted Cupcake 3 Muffins 11 Candy 4 Yeast Bread or Rolls 12 Pies 5 Quick Bread 13 Others 6 Bars 7 Unfrosted Cake 8 Frosted Cake

DIVISION - CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE -JUNIORS Entries in this division should focus on chocolate - the more the better! Entries must contain a minimum of 1/4 cup chocolate in any form - syrup, cocoa powder, baking chocolate, chips, etc. Chocolate should be the primary flavor in this division.

Grand Champion - A gift donated by Pizza Ranch and a grand champion ribbon.

Class 31 - Chocolate Desserts - Juniors Lot 1 Cake 2 Cookies 3 Bars - not brownies 4 Brownies 5 Other



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DIVISION - CULINARY CREATIONS - JUNIOR (14 years and under)Sponsored by Burke’s Taffy

SPECIAL RULES: 1. Entries must be an original recipe created by the exhibitor containing all 3 of the selected ingredients for the year plus any other ingredients of the exhibitor’s choice. The 3 selected ingredients will change each year. This year’s selected ingredients are: 1. 100% Fruit Juice 2. Sunflower Seeds 3. White Chocolate. 2. Entries requiring refrigeration will not be accepted. 3. The original recipe must be included with the entry and must contain the list of ingredients with measurements and the preparation steps. 4. All other rules of the culinary arts department apply. Please read the rules and regulations at the beginning of the culinary arts division. 5. Grand Champion in the junior division will receive $20 and a grand champion ribbon; second place will receive $15 and third will receive $10. All prizes are generously donated by Bill Oz, Burke’s Taffy.

CLASS 32 Culinary Creations - JuniorLot 1 Bars 4 Cookies 2 Cake 5 Pie 3 Candy 6 Other

CANNED GOODS RULES AND REGULATIONS1. A recipe with processing time, method and date, must accompany all canned

goods. Please attach to the jar with a rubber band.2 Only canned goods in which USDA, Minnesota or other state extension

services, home canning equipment manufacturers or other reputable sources, methods and recipes will be eligible for ribbon awards and premiums.

3. Open kettle canning methods are not acceptable.4. Standard or regulation jars and 2 piece lids are required. No wax.5. Any canned goods passing the appearance test may be opened by the judge

for final placing.6. Any canned goods up to two years old can be entered for judging.7. USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning may be seen at: http://foodsafety.

cas.psu.edu/canningguide.html.8. Clear pint or quart jars may be used.9. Hot water bath processing is required.

DIVISION – CANNED FRUITGrand Champion - A gift donated by Torey’s Restaurant and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 33 Canned FruitLot 1 Apples 7 Rhubarb 2 Applesauce 8 Strawberries 3 Cherries 9 Fruit juice 4 Peaches 10 Mixed fruit 5 Pears 11 Other 6 Raspberries

DIVISION – JELLIES Grand Champion - A gift donated by Famous Dave’s and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 34 JelliesLot 1 Apple 5 Grape 2 Blackberry 6 Raspeberry 3 Crab apple 7 Strawberry 4 Elderberry 8 Fruit Blend 9 Other

DIVISION – JAMSGrand Champion - A gift donated by Pizza Ranch and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 35 JamsLot 1 Apricot 8 Rhubarb 2 Blackberry 9 Strawberry 3 Blueberry 10 Grape 4 Marmalade 11 Apple butter 5 Peach 12 Fruit conserves 6 Raspberry, red 13 Fruit Blend 7 Raspberry, black 14 Other

DIVISION – PICKLESGrand Champion - A gift donated by The Kitchen and a grand champion ribbon.

CLASS 36 Sour PicklesLot 1 Bean 4 Fresh pack dill (whole) 2 Cucumber slices 5 Fermented or 3 Cucumber spears brine dill (whole) 6 Other CLASS 37 Sweet PicklesLot 1 Fruit 4 Cucumber, fresh pack 2 Beet 5 Cucumber, fermented 3 Bread and butter 6 Peppers 7 Other

CLASS 38 Mixed Pickles & RelishesLot 1 Sauerkraut 4 Vegetable relish, other than 2 Cucumber relish cucumber 3 Zucchini 5 Other

DIVISION – SAUCES, SOUPS, SYRUPS, MEATSGrand Champion - A gift donated by TBD and a grand champion ribbon. CLASS 39 SaucesLot 1 Salsa 3 BBQ Sauce 2 Spaghetti sauce 4 Other CLASS 40 SyrupLot 1 Maple 2 Fruit 3 Other

CLASS 41 SoupLot 1 Beef 3 Chicken 2 Pork 4 Other

CLASS 42 MeatsLot 1 Beef 3 Chicken 2 Pork 4 Other

DIVISION – CANNED VEGETABLESGrand Champion - A gift donated by TBD and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 43 Canned VegetablesLot 1 Beans, green 6 Greens 2 Beans, yellow 7 Peas 3 Beets 8 Other 4 Carrots 5 Corn



CLASS 44 TomatoesLot 1 Tomatoes 3 Tomato mixture (stewed) 2 Tomato juice 4 Other

DIVISION – DEHYDRATED OR DRIED FOODSGrand Champion-A gift donated by TBD and a grand champion ribbon.CLASS 45 Dried FoodsLot 1 Fruits 4 Meat 2 Vegetables 5 Other 3 Herbs

PREMIUMS Blue Red WhitePremiums in all lots $3.00 $2.00 $1.00

Participation ribbons will be awarded to all exhibitors who do not place in the Baking for Juniors and Nursing Home, Assisted Living and Group Home divisions.

Each class will be awarded 1 purple... $4.00At the discretion of the judges, 1 Reserve Grand Champion ribbon may be awarded per division...$5.00Each division will be awarded a Grand Champion ribbon and gift certificate unless otherwise stated.Grand Champion exhibits will be displayed in the center display case at the Steele County Free Fair.

SPECIAL AWARDSADULT SUPREME RULER OF THE KITCHENPoints will only be awarded as far out as the Ribbon placing for the class and the division. The winner will receive $50 in Chamber Bucks donated by Melanie Nelson - Learning ZoneXpress; a trophy donated by the superintendents and will have their name added to a permanent plaque to be displayed in the Culinary Arts Building. The name of the Adult Supreme Ruler of the Kitchen award will be revealed at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 in the Culinary Arts

Building at the Steele County Free Fair. In order to allow many the opportunity to be the Adult Supreme Ruler, no one shall be able to receive this award for a total of 5 years consecutively or non-consecutively.Grand Champion 6 PointsReserve Grand Champion 5 PointsClass Champion 4 PointsBlue 3 PointsRed 2 PointsWhite 1 Point

JUNIOR SUPREME RULER OF THE KITCHENAwarded to the exhibitor earning the most points on their entries in all culinary junior divisions. Points will be awarded as follows:Grand Champion 6 PointsReserve Grand Champion 5 PointsClass Champion 4 PointsBlue 3 PointsRed 2 PointsWhite 1 Point

Points will only be awarded as far out as the ribbon placing for the class and the division. The winner will receive a $25 gift card donated by Wal-Mart; a trophy donated by the superintendents and will have their name added to a permanent plaque to be displayed in the Culinary Arts Building. The name of the Junior Supreme Ruler of the Kitchen award will be revealed at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 in the Culinary Arts Building at the Steele County Free Fair.In order to allow many the opportunity to be the Junior Supreme Ruler, no one shall be able to receive this award for a total of 5 years consecutively or non-consecutively.


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RULES & REGULATIONS1. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED BY MONDAY, AUGUST

8th! ONLY PRE-REGISTERED ITEMS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON ENTRY DAY. Please refer to the pre-registration Section in this book and use the "Entry Blank Non-Livestock." Entry forms are also available on the SCFF website at www.scff.org. Please mail entry form to SCFF at PO Box 650 Owatonna, MN 55060 or drop off at the fair office by August 8th.

2. All pre-registered entries will be accepted Friday, August 12th from 5-7 p.m. and Saturday, August 13th from 9 a.m. to noon in the Textile Department. No early entries will be accepted.

3. No entry will be returned until Monday, the day after the fair closing from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

4. Exhibitors will be grouped as follows; Juniors (age 17 and under), Adults (age 18 to 64), Seniors (age 65 and over), Exceptional Citizens (nursing homes, group home). Each age category will be judged separately. Exhibitors are limited to 2 Entries per lot for each method/application. For judging purposes, methods and or lots may be grouped.

5. Articles that have been judged in open class at the fair previously or duplicates of these articles are not eligible for premiums.

6. Entries must be the work of the exhibitor, be made within the last 2 years and be appropriate for display.

7. The management will use diligence to insure the safety of the articles after their arrival but in no case will they be held responsible for any loss or damage which may occur. NAME LABELS MUST BE COVERED.

8. Entries will be coordinated with Hobbies for best placement. All framed items and wall hangings should be entered in Hobbies Department. ENTRIES MUST NOT BE MOUNTED.

9. Prize winners will be selected from each class where judges feel an outstanding item exists. These items will compete for additional $4.00 Reserve Champion and $6.00 Champion prizes. One $8.00 Reserve Grand Champion prize and one $10.00 Grand Champion prize will be awarded to the top two exhibits in the Textile Department. In addition, the Superintendents’ Choice Award will receive a $5.00 prize.

10. Premiums for Textile. All Lots. 1st - $3.00 - 2nd $2.00 - 3rd $1.00

CLASSES 1, 2, AND 3 AWARD: The most outstanding afghan, as selected by the judges, will receive a $25.00 gift card from Wal-Mart.

CLASS 1. CROCHET Lots 1. Scarf 2. Head wear 3. Hand wear 4. Foot wear 5. Set of two or more: hat, scarf, hand wear, footwear 6. Vest 7. Sweater 8. Shawl 9. Handbag 10. Christening outfit 11. Infant afghan 12. Combination of afghan and other infant wear 13. Afghan or lap throw 14. Bed cover 15. Pillow 16. Doily - up to 21” 17. Doily - 21-30” 18. Place mats - set/pair 2 19. Table Runner 20. Luncheon cloth - up to 50” 21. Table cloth - over 50” 22. Dresser scarf - 1 or more pieces 23. Pot holders, hot pad, or dish cloths - set 2 24. Other

CLASS 2 - HAND KNITLOT 1. Scarf 2. Head wear 3. Hand wear 4. Footwear 5. Set of two or more: hat, scarf, hand wear, footwear 6. Vest 7. Sweater 8. Shawl 9. Handbag 10. Christening outfit 11. Infant afghan 12. Combination of afghan and other infant wear 13. Afghan 14. Pot holder/hot pad/dishcloth - set of 2 15. Other

CLASS 3 - MACHINE KNITLOT 1. Scarf 2. Head wear 3. Hand wear 4. Foot wear 5. Vest 6. Sweater 7. Shawl 8. Handbag 9. Christening outfit 10. Infant afghan 11. Combination of afghan and other infant wear 12. Afghan 13. Pot holder/hot pad/dishcloth - set of 2 14. Other

CLASS 4 - HARDANGERLots 1. Doily - up to 21” 2. Doily - 21-30” 3. Place mats - set/pair of 2 4. Table runner, dresser scarf, or luncheon cloth - up to 50” 5. Table cloth - over 50” 6. Christening outfit 7. Other

CLASS 5 - EMBROIDERYLots 1. Napkins - set/pair of 2 2. Pillow cases - set/pair of 2 3. Kitchen/bath linens - set/pair of 2 4. Pillow 5. Table runner, dresser scarf or luncheon cloth - up to 50” 6. Tablecloth - over 50” 7. Baby Blanket 8. Other

CLASS 6 - MACHINE EMBROIDERYThe Champion in Machine Embroidery will receive a $25.00 gift certificate

from A-BEST Sew & Vac of Albert Lea.Lots 1. Napkins - Set/Pair of 2 2. Kitchen/bath linens - set/pair of 2 3. Table runner or luncheon cloth - up to 50” 4. Clothing 5. Other

QUILT CLASSES AWARD: The maker of the most outstanding quilt, as selected by the judges, will receive a free 1 year membership in the Heritage Quilt Guild and a $25.00 gift card from Wal-Mart.

CLASS 7 - HAND QUILTED - TWIN SIZE OR LARGER (over 249” perimeter)

Lots 1. Hand appliquéd 2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.)

DEPT. K - TEXTILE

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507-451-0104

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CLASS 8 - MACHINE QUILTED - TWIN SIZE OR LARGER(Over 249” perimeter)

Entire quilt constructed by entrant with quilting done on a household sewing machine (not a longarm) by the entrant.Lots 1. Hand appliquéd 2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.) 9. Whole cloth 10. Other

CLASS 9 - MID OR LONG ARM QUILTED - TWIN SIZE OR LARGER(Over 249” in perimeter)

Quilt top constructed by entrant, but may be custom quilted. 1. Hand appliquéd 2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.) 9. Other

CLASS 10 - TIED QUILT - TWIN SIZE OR LARGER(over 249” in perimeter)

Entire quilt constructed and tied by entrant.Lots 1. Hand appliquéd 2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.) 9. Other

CLASS 11 - HAND QUILTED - CRIB/YOUTH/LAP SIZE(Under 249” perimeter)

Entire quilt constructed by entrant with quilting done entirely by hand by the entrant.Lots 1. Hand appliquéd 2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.) 9. Whole cloth 10. Other

CLASS 12 - MACHINE QUILTED - CRIB/YOUTH/LAP SIZE(Under 249” perimeter)

Entire quilt constructed by entrant with quilting done on a household sewing machine (not a longarm) by the entrant.Lots 1. Hand appliquéd 2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.) 9. Whole cloth 10. Other

CLASS 13 - MID OR LONGARM QUILTED - CRIB/YOUTH/LAP SIZE(Under 249” perimeter)

Quilt top constructed by entrant, but may be custom quilted. Lots 1. Hand appliquéd

2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.) 9. Other

CLASS 14 - TIED QUILT - CRIB/YOUTH/LAP SIZE(Under 249” perimeter)

Entire quilt constructed and tied by entrant.Lots 1. Hand appliquéd 2. Machine appliquéd 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (includes T-shirt, photo, etc.) 9. Other

CLASS 15 - GROUP QUILTLots 1. Group quilt - pieced, appliquéd or mixed, hand or machine quilted - must be made by at least 3 people.

CLASS 16 - OTHER QUILTED ITEMSLots 1. Bed runner 2. Pillow 3. Placemats - set of 2 4. Table Runner 5. Vest 6. Pot holder/hot pad - set of 2 7. Other

CLASS 17 - A-BEST Sew & Vac CHALLENGE - “Grow, Sew & Show It in 2016” TABLE RUNNER

The challenge is to make a quilted table runner (minimum size 18”x9”, maximum size 45”x18” with at least 1 “star” block in the design. The Challenge Champion will receive a $25.00 gift certificate from A-BEST Sew & Vac of Albert Lea.Lots 1. All entries

CLASS 18 - GARMENTS AND ACCESSORIESThe Champion in Garments and Accessories will receive a $25.00 gift certificate from A-BEST Sew & Vac of Albert Lea.Lots 1. Dress or jumper 2. Slacks 3. Shorts 4. Skirt 5. Blouse or shirt 6. Vest 7. Sports/fitness garment 8. Two piece outfit or suit 9. Coat, blazer, or jacket - unlined 10. Coat, blazer, or jacket - lined 11. Formal wear, such as wedding or prom dress 12. Infant dress or outfit - to size 18 months 13. Christening outfit 14. Appliquéd or embellished purchased garment 15. Purse or tote bag 16. Apron 17. Nightgown or pajamas 18. Hat or bonnet 19. Costume 20. Other

CLASS 19 - MISCELLANEOUSLots 1. Woven rug 2. Braided rug 3. Tatting 4. Other

Dept. K - textile continued

CONTEST RULES1. Current organic certificate copy must accompany each entry.2. Entries may be mailed or sent U.P.S. after Aug. 4th and up until August 15th with

judging to be on August 16th. Send to: Leo Seykora, 327 Walnut St. S., Owatonna, MN 55060.

3. Entries will be accepted on Monday, the 15th from 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m. and remain in place until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, the closing day of the Fair.

4. Over All Champion Ribbon and $10.00 premium will be awarded to the best over all exhibit.

5. Champion Ribbon and $5.00 premium may be awarded in each class.6. Non-competitive exhibits used for General Public Awareness and not yet under

certification by USDA may be accepted by mailing letter to: Leo Seykora, 327 Walnut St. S., Owatonna, MN 55060.

7. Pre-entry is encouraged - please.8. On line entries also available at www.scff.org.

CORN - CLASS NO. 1LOTS1. 6 ears waxy 20162. 6 ears Colored Corn 20163. 6 ears Food Grade Sweet Corn Early 20164. 6 ears Food Grade Sweet Corn Late 20165. 6 ears Popcorn 20056. 6 ears Feed Grade 20167. 6 ears Feed Grade 2016

SMALL GRAINS - CLASS NO. 2Have exhibit free of all foreign materials. Uniform size.2011. 3 quarts.LOTS 1. Wheat - Winter 6. Buck Wheat 2. Wheat - Spring 7. Barley 3. Rye - Winter 8. Sunflowers 4. Oats - all varieties 9. Any variety or grain not mentioned 5. Peas

SMALL GRAINS - CLASS NO. 3Have exhibit free of all foreign materials. Uniform size. 3 quarts.LOTS 1. Vinton Soybeans 5. Feed Grade 2. HP 204 soybean 6. Roasted Beans 3. Soy Clean Hilum 7. Black Beans 4. Ninto

SHELLED CORN - CLASS NO. 4 LOTS1. All

2011 SHEAF GRAIN - CLASS NO. 5

Sheaf grains must be 3 inches in diameter at the center band.LOTS1. All soybean varieties

2011 SHEAF GRAIN - CLASS NO. 6Sheaf grains must be 3 inches in diameter at the center band.LOTS 1. Wheat, Winter 6. Barley 2. Wheat - Spring 7. Rye 3. Oats, Early 8. Buckwheat 4. Oats, Late 9. Sunflowers 5. Flax 10. Peas

2011 GRASSES - CLASS NO. 7Sheaf grasses must be 3 inches in diameter at the center band.All sheafs dried. Tied at least 3 times or cured. No fresh cut.LOTS 1 Alfalfa 6 Pharlaris, Canary Reed 2 Red Clover Grass 3 Red Top 7 Orchard Grass 4 Alyske 8 Brome Grass 5 Timothy 9 Halry Vetch

2011 BALED HAY - CLASS NO. 8Hay must be baled - Full section of bale 12 inches long - Tiedtwice.LOTS1 Alfalfa 3 Legume Grass2 Red Clover 4 All Other Varieties

2010-2011 BALED STRAW - CLASS NO. 9LOTS1 Oats 3 Rye2 Wheat 4 All other varieties

2011 STALK CORN - CLASS NO. 10Stalk must be in good condition with at least six inches of rootattached. Root must be wrapped. The juding will be done on thefollowing basis:• Form of stalk including root, vigor of stalks and position of ear ..........................70 points• Quality of ear..........................................................30 points Total 100 points Premiums will be awarded for best Single Stalk with earattached.

CLASS NO. 11LOTS1. Largest ear of corn - 20152. Largest ear of corn - 20163 Tallest stalk of corn - 20164. Soybean Stalk with the most pods - 2014

PremiumsClass No. 1 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 2 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 3 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 4 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 5 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 6 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 7 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 8 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 9 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 10 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 11 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 12 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Class No. 13 $6.00 $4.00 $2.00Grand Champion $10.00

LIVE PLANT - CLASS NO. 12LOTS1. Soybeans2. Buckwheat3 Corn4 Alfalfa5 All othersExhibit display in 2 1/2 gallon pot or pail, watered and healthy.

HAYLAGE - CLASS NO. 13Haylage made from Legumes or Legume grasses. Put in storage with 50%moisture or less. Place in clear 1 gallon Zip Lock bag.

DEPT. L - ORGANIC CROPS

LEO SEYKORASuperintendent327 Walnut St. S

Owatonna, MN 55060507-451-2906

Fax: 507-451-4154

DILLON NOBLECo-Superintendent

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ARTS EXHIBIT SPECIAL RULES AND CONDITIONSELIGIBILITY: Any permanent resident of Minnesota, Classes 1-4 18 years of age or older.

Class 5 high school grades 9-12. Exhibitors display at the discretion of the Fine Arts Dept. and department reserves the right to refuse potential exhibits without cause.

WHAT TO ENTER: Any piece of original art work completed by the artist that has not been exhibited previously at a Steele County Free Fair Fine Arts Exhibit. Work must be entered into the correct Class and Lot. Pieces misrepresented will be disqualified.

NUMBER OF PIECES PER ARTIST: Each exhibitor may enter a total of three (3) pieces of work. The three pieces may include any combination of media, for example: one drawing, one watercolor, one acrylic, or two oils and one print. Work can be no larger than 4’x4’.

CLARIFICATION OF SCULPTURE: The art or practice of shaping figures or designs in the round or in relief, as by chiseling stone, modeling clay, or casting metal.

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING ART: Originality, Value, Composition, Use of medium.

GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS1. All work submitted will not be insured against damage or theft. This is fair policy.2. Watercolors, drawings, and prints must be strongly framed and covered with glass or plexiglas to

prevent damage to the artworks surface. Acrylics and oils must be sturdy and ready to hang. Each piece MUST HAVE A WIRE SUPPORT ON BACK PERMANENTLY FIXED. Poorly framed paintings will not be accepted. Artwork entered in a wrong Class and/or Lot will be disqualified.

3. Entry deadline is Monday, August 8, 2016. Use entry form: Open class/Non-livestock entry form, from the Exhibitor’s Guide, and submit at the SCFF fair office, Fine Arts Dept., PO Box 650, Owatonna, MN 55060 OR enter on-line at www.scff.org.

4. All works submitted must be in the hands of the Fine Arts Supt. at the Fine Arts Building on the fairgrounds on Saturday, August 13, 2016 between 9:00 a.m. and Noon. ABSOLUTELY NO ARTWORK WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME.

5. All entries must have a label on the lower right hand corner stating the artists name, title of the work and the lot used. These will be removed before judging. Also, name and address of artist on lower right hand corner on the back.

6. Titles submitted on entry form must be the same as titles on artwork.7. Each artist will be responsible for picking up their entries on Sunday, last day of the fair, from

8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. or MONDAY, day after fair closing, from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Artwork cannot be picked up early.

8. Violation of any rules will disqualify the artist.9. CLASSES - Entries will be by Classes - Masters, Professional, Pro-Am, Amateur and High

School. MASTERS: Artists who have competed in the Professional Class, winning 3 firsts in any lot

in this fair. PROFESSIONAL: A person who creates artwork for monetary gains. This includes

commercial artists, designers, those who teach or supervise art programs, have a degree in art or who have won 3 firsts in the Pro-Am lot of this fair.

PRO-AM: A person through education and experience is an advanced artist, but not a professional. Anyone studying post secondary art or has won 3 firsts in the Amateur lot of this fair.

AMATEUR: A person who pursues art as a hobby. This does not exclude those amateurs who occasionally sell artwork.

For questions on any items, call superintendents.

PREMIUMSMASTERS CLASS 1

LOT 1st 1. Watercolors .............................................................................................. $50.002. Drawings ...................................................................................................$50.003. Acrylics/Oil ..............................................................................................$50.004. Computer Generated ...............................................................................$50.005. Mixed Media ............................................................................................$50.006. *Original Prints ........................................................................................$50.007. Sculpture ...................................................................................................$50.00

PROFESSIONAL CLASS 2LOT Hon. 1st 2nd 3rd Men.1. Watercolors ........................ $50.00 $35.00 $20.00 Ribbon2. Drawings ............................ $50.00 $35.00 $20.00 Ribbon3. Acrylics/Oil ....................... $50.00 $35.00 $20.00 Ribbon4. Computer Generated ......... $50.00 $35.00 $20.00 Ribbon5. Mixed Media ...................... $50.00 $35.00 $20.00 Ribbon6. *Original Prints .................. $50.00 $35.00 $20.00 Ribbon7. Sculpture ............................. $50.00 $35.00 $20.00 Ribbon

PRO-AM CLASS 3

LOT Hon. 1st 2nd 3rd Men.1. Watercolors ........................ $40.00 $25.00 $15.00 Ribbon 2. Drawings ............................ $40.00 $25.00 $15.00 Ribbon3. Acrylics/Oil ....................... $40.00 $25.00 $15.00 Ribbon4. Computer Generated ......... $40.00 $25.00 $15.00 Ribbon5. Mixed Media ...................... $40.00 $25.00 $15.00 Ribbon6. *Original Prints .................. $40.00 $25.00 $15.00 Ribbon7. Sculpture ............................. $40.00 $25.00 $15.00 Ribbon

AMATEUR CLASS 4

LOT Hon. 1st 2nd 3rd Men.1. Watercolors ........................ $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon2. Drawings ............................ $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon3. Acrylics/Oil ....................... $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon4. Computer Generated ......... $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon5. Mixed Media ...................... $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon6. *Original Prints .................. $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon7. Sculpture ............................. $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon

HIGH SCHOOL CLASS 5Eligibility: Any permanent resident of Minnesota in high school (grades 9-12).What to enter: Any piece of original artwork completed by the student that has not been

exhibited previously at the SCFF and falls under the Lots listed below. This excludes by-the-number painting.

Number of pieces: Each exhibitor may enter a total of three (3) pieces of work.All general rules & regulations apply.

LOT Hon. 1st 2nd 3rd Men.1. Watercolors ........................ $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon2. Drawings ............................ $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon3. Acrylics/Oil ....................... $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon4. Computer Generated ......... $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon5. Mixed Media ...................... $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon6. *Original Prints .................. $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon7. Sculpture ............................. $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon

*Original prints excludes signed and numbered prints.

The GRAND CHAMPION and RESERVE CHAMPION will be chosen by the judges from all blue ribbon winners. They will receive either cash or gift certificate donated by local businesses.Grand Champion: National Mural Co. $100.00; Marv’s Framing $40.00.Reserve Champion: National Mural Co. $50.00; Haberman Framing $40.00.People’s Choice Award: Wal-Mart $40.00 gift certificate will be awarded to the artist chosen by public vote.

PAM MIKEWORTHCo-Supt.

507-451-8809

ARLENE GLEASONCo-Supt.

507-455-1535

NAOMI JIRELECo- Supt.

507-213-0389

DEPT. M - FINE ARTS

Fine Arts Department

Sponsored byBrad L. Running, CLU®, Financial Advisor

Quick Reference Fine ArtsEntry form deadline: August 8, 2016 at Steele County Free Fair O� ce

on non-livestock form or online at www.sc� .org.Artwork submitted on Saturday, August 13, 2016 between 9:00 a.m. - Noon at the Fine Arts Building. Entries picked up closing day of the fair (Sunday) from 8:00

p.m. - 9:00 p.m., and Monday a� er the fair from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.


AN ACTIVE CHILD

IS A HEALTHY CHILDChild and Teen Checkups are available to children from birth through age 20 who are covered by Minnesota Health Care programs:

• Medical Assistance• South County Health Alliance• Medica

Call if you need help with transportation, interpreters or making an appointment with a doctor or a dentist.

STEELE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH507-444-7650

Child and Teen Checkups (C&TC) Program


PHOTOGRAPHY DESCRIPTIONS1. These are the TWO CLASSES in the Photography Department, defined as

follows:CLASS 1 - ENLARGEMENTS - 8x10 or larger, Color or Black & White. One

enlargement per mount.CLASS 2 - SNAPSHOTS - 5x7 or smaller either in Color or Black & White. Only

5 or 6 prints on one mount constitutes a single entry.2. Within each Class, exhibitors may submit up to TWO (2) entries in each lot to

a total of 12 in all lots.LOTS are defined as follows: COMPUTER MANIPULATION ALLOWED ONLY IN OPEN, PEOPLE

AND SCENES Lot 1 - OPEN - Domestic animals, cultivated plants or flowers, still life, and

all computer altered images. Lot 2 - PEOPLE - The person(s) must be the predominate center of interest. Lot 3 NATURE - There should be no evidence of the influence of man, such

as cultivated plants for flowers, domestic animals, fences, utility poles, road, trails, etc. *NO MANIPULATION

Lot 4 - SCENERY - Landscape, Seascape, Cityscapes also acceptable, but man’s influences may be in evidence.

Lot 5 - PHOTO JOURNALISM - (Life in our World) Humans and their environment. Include spot news, sports, dramatic events, human interest, tell a story. Items that would be seen in a newspaper. *NO MANIPULATION

SUMMARYClass 1 - ENLARGEMENTS 8x10 or larger. One Print on one mount. Lot 1 - Open Lot 2 - People Lot 3 - Nature Lot 4 - Scenery Lot 5 - Photo JournalismClass 2 - SNAPSHOTS Only Five or Six Photos on each entry. 5x7 or smaller.

No 8x10 allowed. Lot 1 - Open Lot 2 - People Lot 3 - Nature Lot 4 - Scenery Lot 5 - Photo Journalism

PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THE RULES OF ENTRY1. Entries are open to amateurs who pursue photography as a hobby including

those who occasionally sell a photograph.2. The appropriate class and lot must be listed on the back of each print.

Pictures incorrectly entered will be disqualified. Special entry blanks may be obtained at the SCFF office or downloaded from www.scff.org. Use only one entry blank to list all entries. It must be enclosed with the pictures entered. On line entries will not be accepted.

3. All prints must be mounted on 15”x20” matboard, foam core, or cardboard, but NOT THIN TAGBOARD strong enough to keep the print flat; arranged to be exhibited with the 20" dimension VERTICAL. Exhibitor’s name, address, print title, class and lot must be legibly printed on the back of the mount. Title on FRONT of the mount is NOT required, nor desired, since it’s a picture distraction. It is suggested that the letters be no more than 1” high. Mountings must be secure, neat, and attractive. NO GLASS, FRAME MOUNTED OR WRAP AROUND MOUNTED ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

4. Entries must be mailed with the entry blank to arrive on or before August 1, 2016, to the SCFF Fair Offfice or to Walgreens. For their protection, submit entries in a labeled box or bag no larger than 20” x 24” x 3". No late entries accepted.

5. Entries should be picked up at the exhibit space at the fairgrounds between 6 PM and 7 PM on Sunday, August 21 or at Walgreens, from noon August 22 to September 1. If pictures are removed from the exhibit without permission, before 6 PM Sunday, the right to enter future competition will be forfeited. If it is desired to have them returned by mail, packaging, postage and return label must be provided.

6. The Steele County Free Fair assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to prints; however, all reasonable care and diligence will be exercised to safeguard the exhibits.

7. The right to photograph, copy or reproduce any entry or group of entries for the purposes of Fair publicity is considered granted unless specifically denied on the entry form.

8. ALL Winning entries are NOT eligible for re-entry in competition again, although applicable to a different lot.

9. Judging is based upon COMPOSITION (Subject placement in the format area/Cropped viewpoint), IMAGE QUALITY, (Sharpness, Exposure, Lighting, etc.) and INTEREST VALUE (Grabs/Holds your attention).

10. ALL judging decisions are FINAL, including the number and type of awards issued.

11. A People’s Choice Award, sponsored by Tri M Graphics, will be selected by viewer votes. Voting will close at 12:00 p.m. Sunday, August 21. Please vote only once.

A plaque will be awarded to the winner.

PREMIUMSFirst place in each lot ........................................... $10.00 and ribbonSecond place in each lot ......................................... $8.00 and ribbonThird place in each lot ........................................... $6.00 and ribbonHonorable Mention in each lot ............................. $4.00 and ribbon(One honorable mention will be given for every 8 entries in each lot).BEST IN EACH CLASS - Champion Ribbons & $5.00

BERNADINE KUHNSuperintendent211 Hilltop Ave.

Owatonna, MN 55060507-451-0113

DEPT. N - PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography Department Sponsored by

Equine Hall of Fame

Tuesday August 16 12:30 PM

Cattle Show Arena

Livestock Hall of Fame

Tuesday August 16 2:00 p.m.

Cattle Show Arena


DEPARTMENT RULES1. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE PREREGISTERED BY MONDAY, AUGUST

8TH! ONLY PREREGISTERED ITEMS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON ENTRY DAY. Exhibitors are encouraged to register all items they are thinking of bringing to the fair. Please remember that you are not obligated, or in any way required, to enter what you have pre-registered. Items can be deleted, but will not be allowed to be added on entry day. Refer to the pre-registration section in this book and use the “Entry Blank Non-Livestock.” Entries may be submitted through the web site - www.scff.org, or drop off entry forms at the Steele County Free Fair office or mail them to 1525 S. Cedar Ave, PO Box 650, Owatonna, MN 55060.

2. Bring all pre-registered entries Friday, August 12th from 5 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, August 13th from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in the Hobbies Department under the bleachers. No early or late entries will be accepted.

3. No entry will be returned until Monday, the day after fair closing, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

4. Junior (12 and under), teen (13-17), adult (18-64), and senior (65 and over) are allowed to bring items in any class, unless otherwise noted. Each age category will be judged separately. Label all juniors and teens entry sheets with their age.

5. Entries must be the work of the exhibitor and be a completely finished project.

6. Entries will be judged equally on 1) craftsmanship; 2) originality and design; 3) difficulty of project; and 4) presentation.

7. The Department Superintendents reserve the right to screen entries for quality, cleanliness and to fit available facilities. Entries must fit through a doorway 80" high and 28" wide, and the base of the exhibit should be no larger than 3’x5’. Soiled items will not be judged.

8. No item which has been judged in the Hobbies Department of the Steele County Free Fair previously is eligible for entry.

9. The Fair Management will use diligence to help insure the safety of articles in the exhibit, but in no case will they be responsible for loss or damage which may occur.

CREATIVE ACTIVITIES (HOBBIES)Only two (2) entries in a lot will be accepted per each exhibitor; however,

an exhibitor may make as many different entries as he/she wishes. For example, you may enter two (2) pieces of counted cross-stitch, two (2) pieces of stenciling and two (2) wooden toys.

Woven and braided rugs, pillows, most garments and linens, knitting and crochet (except dolls and framed items) purses and tote bags should be entered in the Textiles Department.

All hanging entries must be framed and ready for display, wire hangers preferred.

Prize winners will be selected from each class where judges feel an outstanding item exists. These items will compete for additional $4.00 Reserve Champion, $6.00 Champion Prizes, one $8.00 Reserve Grand Champion and one $10.00 Grand Champion Prize. Superintendents may award a $5.00 special to an entry for its uniqueness and/or time involved.

CLASS 1 – NEEDLEWORK(Such as wall hangings, pictures, etc.)

Lot 1 Counted cross-stitch - thread only 2 Counted cross-stitch - with beads 3 Counted Cross Stitch - Bookmarks, cards, etc. 4 Embroidery, crewel and stamped cross-stitch 5 Canvas work (needlepoint) 6 Latch hook 7 Plastic canvas 8 Hardanger

9 Combination of Stitches 10 Needle punch 11 Other

CLASS 1A“GROW, SEW & SHOW IT IN 2016” - FABRIC & BEAD CREATIVE CHALLENGE

Sponsored by Glass Garden Beads, Faribault, MNUse your imagination to create any hand-crafted item incorporating the required fabric and beads, which may be picked up at the Fair Office for $3 per packet. You may use any technique and may add other craft mediums. The item will be judged on creativity and workmanship.Special Rules:1. Purchase a packet with a (18”x22”) of selected fabric and beads from the Fair Office for $3 (can use more than 1 if you desire)2. The fabric and beads must be recognizable, but you don’t have to use the entire packet.3. The item must be entirely hand crafted by the exhibitor.4. The item must be under 36” in length, width and height.5. The item may be made using any technique, using any medium. It does not need to be sewn but could be quilts, jewelry, woodcraft, basketry, etc.Lot 1. All items

CLASS 2 – FIBER CRAFTS (Enter wearables, purses and tote bags in Textile Dept.)

Lot 1. Primitive Wool Rug Hooking 2. Boiled Wool Felting 3. Wool applique with embroidery (i.e. penny rug) 4. Machine Embroidery (Enter wall hangings in Class 3) 5. Tree Skirt 6. Holiday Stocking 7. Pin Cushions 8. Other

CLASS 3 - QUILTED WALL HANGINGSAll need to be ready to hang on the wall with sleeve, rings, or tabs. Exhibitor must also bring a dowel rod or curtain rod to hang it on. Champion and Reserve Champion will receive Gift Certificates from Calico Hutch Quilt Shop - Hayward, MN. All entrants will receive a discount coupon. Lot 1. Appliquéd - Constructed by entrant and quilted on household sewing machine by the entrant 2. Pieced - Constructed by entrant and quilted on household sewing machine by the entrant 3 . Combination of techniques - Constructed by entrant and quilted on household sewing machine by the entrant (Please include a 3x5 card with note of which techniques used). 4. Appliquéd - Constructed by entrant and quilted on a long arm machine 5 . Pieced - Constructed by entrant and quilted on a long arm machine 6 . Combination of techniques - Constructed by entrant and quilted on a long arm machine. (Please include a 3x5 card with note of which techniques used). 7. Machine Embroidery - All “In the Hoop” Wall Hangings

CLASS 4 - MINIATURE QUILTS(Smaller than 24” on each side)

1. Appliquéd 2. Pieced 3 . Combination of techniques - (Please include a 3x5 card with note of which techniques used). 4. Machine Embroidery

CLASS 5 - QUILT ON A STICKFree corn dog on a stick coupon for all entrants from Troy Temple - Temple

ConcessionsSpecial Rules: 1. Entry must be made of fabric using any construction method and must be hand or machine quilted by exhibitor 2. Entry must be no larger than 8” wide and 9” tall 3. Quilt backing must include a centered vertical sleeve in which you have inserted a paint stick.Lot 1 All entries

CLASS 6 – DOLLS & TOYSLot 1 Doll clothes made of fabric 4 Doll Accessories 2 Doll clothes made of yarn 5 Other 3 Stuffed animals

DEB MATHERCo-Supt.

507-456-6532

AMY KAINCo-Supt.

507-455-3458

JULIE NESSACo-Supt.

507-451-0461

DEPT. O - HOBBIES Hobbies Department Sponsored by


CLASS 7 – WOODCRAFT(Label all items made from kits) For information during judging, please

summarize the steps used to complete your project on a 3x5 card. This will not be displayed. Note Department Rule #7 for size restrictions

Lot 1 Toy, game, or whirligig 2 Birdhouse or feeder 3 Coping, fret, scroll or jigsaw work 4 Furniture 5 Refinished article 6 Home furnishings (such as clocks, shelves, etc.) 7 Turned items 8 Other

CLASS 8 – PAINTING CRAFTSFramed, original artwork should be entered in the Fine Arts or Young Artists

DepartmentLot 1 Rosemaling or tole painting 2 Ceramics 3 Tie Dye 4 Wood cutouts (painted) 5 Painting on clothing or fabric 6 Carved & Painted 7 Other

CLASS 9 – ETHNIC/HISTORICAL CRAFTSExamples are American Indian or pioneer theme such as beadwork, leatherwork, peace pipe, dream catcher, etc. Lots will be created according to exhibits entered.Lot 1 All Entries

CLASS 10 – BASKETRYChampion & Reserve Champion will receive a special prize from Friends of Basket Weaving.Lot 1 Plaited (flat material) 6 Double Wall 2 Round reed 7 Naturals 3 Woven on mold 8 Twill 4 Combination 9 Other 5 Rib CLASS 11 – MODELSNo “Legos” or snap together construction toys accepted.Lot 1 Kits 2 Original Designs

CLASS 12 – PAPER CRAFTChampion and Reserve Champion will receive a special award sponsored by

Studio Getaway/Tri M Graphics, Owatonna, MN. All entrants will receive a discount coupon.

No memory/scrap books are to be entered in this class. See Class 13 and special rules.Lot 1 Quilling 2 Paper cutting 3 Paper, handmade 4 Origami, 3 to 5 item display 5 Occasional cards or note paper mounted on cardboard (all stamped items are to be entered in Class 12) 6 Other

CLASS 13 – STAMP ARTChampion and Reserve Champion will receive a special award sponsored by


Special Rules:1. Stamp art 3-8 items mounted on foam core or heavy cardboard not larger than 18” x 24” and should be ready to hang on the wall.2. Items may be any flat stamped art (cards, bookmarks, gift tags, envelopes, etc.)3. Alterables may be items to sit on a shelf. Lot 1. Cards, Bookmarks, Tags, Envelopes 2. Alterables (Tins, Books, Glassware, Calendars)

CLASS 14– SCRAPBOOKINGChampion and Reserve Champion will receive a special award sponsored by


Special Rules for Scrapbooking:1. Only 2 entries per lot per person for Scrapbooking.2. Display to be 2 pages mounted on foam core or heavy cardboard no larger than 18” x 24” and have binder clips to be ready to hang on the wall.3. Pages must stay within the board boundaries

4. No complete scrapbooks will be accepted except for Lot 55. For protection of the pages, please use plastic sleeves and securely mount to the foam core or cardboard. *Foamcoare and hanging clips available at Tri M Graphics, 625 E. Main, Owatonna.Lot 1. Children 2. Nature 3. Special Events: Weddings, baptism, vacation trips, etc. 4. Framed Art or Shadow Boxes 5. Mini Books (complete book)

CLASS 15 – JEWELRY AND BEADINGEnter pony beads and rubberband creations in Miscellaneous Class 18.Champion and Reserve Champion will receive a special award sponsored by Glass Garden Beads, Faribault, MN. All entrants will receive a bead donation.Lot 1. Necklace Stitched 2. Necklace Strung 3. Bracelet Stitched 4. Bracelet Strung 5. Earrings - set of 6 pair 6. Wirework 7. Lapidary 8. Jewelry with beads made by exhibitor (i.e. lampwork, femo, fused, etc.) 9. Art Beadweaving (i.e. loom, flatwork, etc.) 10. Other

CLASS 16 – CREATIVE REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLETo reuse means to use something again instead of throwing it away. Reuse the item by inventing a new use for it. Some ideas for this would be to create a toy from reused items, a wall hanging from reused cloth, jewelry, tools, or utensils from reused articles, bags or purse from reused materials.Lot 1. Beads & Buttons 2. Wood 3. Metal 4. Glass or Ceramic 5. Fabrics 6. Furniture 7. Other

CLASS 17 – POTTERYLot 1. Wheel Thrown 2. Hand Formed 3. Combination of wheel and hand formed 4. Other

CLASS 18– STAINED GLASSLot 1. Foiled 2. Leaded 3. Combination of Foiled & Leaded 4. Other

CLASS 19 – MISCELLANEOUSNo collections, Lego or snap together projects, artificial and dried flower

arrangement will be accepted. Framed art should be in Fine Arts or Young Art.Lot 1. Decorative Bird House 2. Synthetic Clay 3. Fiber Weaving (Rugs should be in Textiles) 4. Rubber band loom 5. Natural - wheat, corn husk, pinecones, herbs or grapevines 6. Jewelry (using pony beads or other plastic beads) 7. Ornament Set (all handmade ornaments should be in this lot). Minimum of 3 ornaments mounted or displayed. Can be made of fabric, wood, metal, etc. 8. Wreath 9. Duct Tape 10. Other

CLASS 20 – NURSING HOME, GROUP HOME, OR OTHER SPECIAL CITIZEN

Quality items will be judged with same criteria as listed in department rules. 2 entries per exhibitor accepted. No age divisions in this class. Lot 1. All entries

PREMIUMS FOR CREATIVE ACTIVITIES (HOBBIES) 1st 2nd 3rdAll lots $3.00 $2.00 $1.00

DEPT. O - HOBBIES CONTINUED


PART I – FFA STORY BOOK FARMThis department was introduced to the Steele County Free Fair in 1958

and because of the great amount of interest shown by both children and adults, it has become a permanent feature.

The storybook farm is located at the northeast corner of the race track, next to the machinery exhibits. The farmyard will be open from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. daily.

Entries are open to all classes of animals, wild or domesticated- . all of which may or may not be common to, but are raised on farms of Steele County.

Entries must be in place by 4:00 p.m. opening day of the fair. All entries are to remain in place until 7:00 p.m. Sunday.

Entries will be accepted by the superintendents or by contacting the fair

secretary. The entry forms are also on the website at scff.org.Pens and space will be limited. Exhibits in the best condition and with the

greatest appeal will be given first consideration. Selection of animals placed in the farmyard will be made by a committee. Points of selection will be: age, condition, suitability and general appeal. Premiums will be made only on worthy exhibits. Amount of the premium will be based on the categories listed below.

Storybook farm facilities will be supervised at all times by FFA members of Steele County. The care of the exhibit is the responsibility of the owner. Pens are to be cleaned & bedded daily.

Activities and demonstrations are planned by the Owatonna Chapter of the FFA for various times during fair week.

CLASSES OF EXHIBITS

CLASS 1 - LARGE ANIMALSLOTS 1 Cow & calf of common beef or dairy breed 2 Sow & litter 3 Lamb and mother 4 Pony or pony colt 5 Other animals 6 Goat & KidCLASS 2 - SMALL ANIMALS

LOTS 1 Dog and pups 2 Cat and kittens 3 Rabbits, doe and litter 4 Other small animals (squirrels, raccoon, etc.)

STORYBOOK FARM PREMIUMSLarge Animals ........................................................................... $10.00Small Animals ............................................................................. $6.00

FOR HEALTH REQUIREMENTS–SEE LAST PAGE

LIZ TINAGLIASuperintendent

16895 Falk AvenueFaribault, MN 55021

507-210-6565etinaglia@owatonna.

k12.mn.us

MARVIN SPINDLER Superintendent

5575 SE 54th Ave.Owatonna, MN507-451-5061

[email protected]

Ben Larson Superintendent

513 Triangle DriveAlbert Lea, MN507-402-6503

DEPT. P - FFA ACTIVITIES

Sponsored by:

$2.00 discount coupons available at Plaza Morena Campestre Grill, Owatonna People’s Press, Wells Federal Bank, Holiday Inn & Suites &Wolff & Sons

Tuesday, August 16 • 7:30 PM Steele County Fairgrounds

Rain or Shine!

40 Bucking Bulls • Professional ClownsViracon Night at the Fair

Wicked Bull Riding

LIVE


This creative activity will be strictly woodcarving and will be sponsored by the Steele County Free Fair. There will be no age limit and it will be open to the public.

RULES & REGULATIONS1. All work must be in the hands of the superintendent of wood-carving at

the Fine Arts Building at the fairgrounds between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. on the Sunday, August 14th, prior to the start of fair week. No carvings will be accepted after this time.

2. Each carver will be responsible for picking up his/her entries on Monday, the day after the fair, between 9:30- 10:30 a.m.

3. All entries must be accompanied by a sheet listing the carver's name, address and phone number, plus a listing of each piece to be shown. and insurance value of each carving. Work exhibited will not be insured against damage or theft. This is the responsibility of the artist.

4. All carvings will be for display only, with no official judging or competition to be conducted.

DOUG KOLBECo-Superintendent

1014 Almar Pl.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-4519066

STEPHANIE KOLBECo-Superintendent

1014 Almar Pl.Owatonna, MN 55060

507-4519066

MYRON SPINDLERCo-Superintendent

Hope, MN 56046507-451-0056

DEPT. R - WOOD CARVING

RULES & REGULATIONS 1. No limit on entries. 2. All entries must be homemade. 3. Wines must be bottled in .750 oz. bottles, minimum size. 4. All bottles must be securely corked or capped. 5. Each bottle must be labeled with description of contents. 1. Sweet or Dry 2. Fruits or Vegetables 6. Each bottle will be assigned a number and class by a member of the wine

committee at the time of entry. 7. One trophy (Best of Class) will be given to the best of all classes, also dry &

sweet. 8. All wine entries must be submitted Sunday, August 14th between 4:00

p.m. and 6:00 p.m. or Monday August 15th 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Bring all entries to the Fine Arts Building.

9. The Fair management will exercise diligence to insure the safety of exhibits but, in no case will be responsible for damage or loss.

10. All remaining wine after juding will be disposed. Empty bottles will be displayed.

11. All entries must remain in place until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, closing day of the fair.

Premiums1st - $5.00 - 2nd $3.00 - 3rd $2.00Grand Champion - Best of Class - TrophyReserver Champion - Best of Class - Trophy

CLASS A - GRAPELOTS 1. Dry Red 2. Sweet Red 3. Sweet White

CLASS B - FRUIT (WILD)LOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet

CLASS C - FRUIT (OTHER)LOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet

CLASS D - VEGETABLELOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet

CLASS E - OTHERLOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet

Homemade Country Wine Department

Sponsored by &Wine Spirits

MONTE MITCHELLCo-Superintendent

507-363-9010

BUNNY MITCHELLCo-Superintendent

507-444-9515

DEPT. Q - HOMEMADE WINEQuick Reference Homemade Wine

Pre-register online at www.sc� .orgLe� over wine will be disposed of to reduce liability a� er juding.

Entries this year will require pre-resigtration which can be done online by going to scff.org. Use the lot numbers as listed below and write in the style of beer in Lot Description.

This year beer judging will be using BJCP 2015 categories. You can include the proper category number from BJCP 2015 on your pre-entry form or we can offer assistance when beers are brought to the fair.

Entries can be brought to the fair on Sunday, August 14th, between 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. or Monday, August 15th, between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Bring entries to the Fine Arts Building

RULES & REGULATIONS 1. Each contestant needs to enter two bottles of beer for each entry. One

bottle for the first round, and one bottle for the Best of Show round. 2. All contestants must be 21 years of age or older. 3. All beers must be homebrewed by an amateur and in non-commercial

facilities. 4. All entries must remain in place until 8 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 21, and pick

up on Sunday, August 21 5. First place winners in each lot will compete for Best-Of-Show. 6. First Round of judging occurs on Wednesday, August 17 between 6 and 8

p.m. in the Fine Arts Building. 7. This year homemade beer will be using the non-livestock entry form in

the Exhibitor’s Guide. Please pre-register by using this form. 8. Results will be posted by Friday at Noon at the Fine Arts Building. 9. At the discretion of the superintendents, lots may be adjusted to

accommodate volume of entries, while maintaining the same number of lots.

BEER SPECIFICATIONS 1. Beer may be made from malt, hops, grain, fruit/vegetable/juice, or any

other product commonly used in making beer. 2. Each entry must be bottled in a clean brown or green bottle with at least

a 10 ounce capacity. We prefer they have no raised-glass brand name lettering and printed caps are blacked out.

3. An entry form must be filled out for each bottle with a description of the beer, Lot (class) and Style, and the name and address of the homebrewer.

SOME JUDGING CRITERIA 1. Appropriateness of classification. Does the entry belong in the Lot and Style

the contestant has chosen to place it in. 2. Bouquet/Aroma as appropriate for the style. A maximum score of 12 points

will be awarded; Malt, Hops, Other Aromatic Characteristics. 3. Appearance as appropriate for the style. A maximum score of 3 points will

be awarded; Color, Clarity, Head Retention. 4. Flavor as appropriate for the style. A maximum score of 20 points will

be awarded; Malt, Hops, Fermentation Characteristics, Finish/Aftertaste, Balance, Other flavor Characteristics.

5. Mouth feel is full or thin as appropriate for the style. A maximum score of 5 points will be awarded.

6. Drinkability and overall impression. A maximum score of 10 points will be awarded.

7. Judges will select the prize entry in each lot, reserving the right to withhold any award, if in their opinion, the work submitted does not merit an award. The judges’ decisions are final.

8. Judges will not judge a Lot in which they have an entry.

Class 1 - BeerLot1. Standard American (E.g., American Lager, Cream Ale)

2. European Pale Lagers (E.g., International Czech, Pale Malty lagers, Pale Bitter European, Pale Commonwealth beers)3. Amber, Dark & Strong European Lagers (E.g., Marzen, Vienna, Munich Dunkles, Schwartzbier, Dunkles Bock, Altbier, Doppelbock, Baltic Porter4. German and American Wheat (E.g., Weissbier, Dunkles Weissbier, Weizenbock, Am. Wheat Beer)5. Bitter & Strong British Ales (E.g., Ordinary/Best/Strong Bitter, Strong, Old Ales, Barleywine, Wee Heavy)6. Brown, Irish & Scottish Ales (E.g., Dark Mild, British Brown, English Porter, Scottish Light/Heavy/Export, Irish Red, Stout Extra Stout)7. Dark British Beer (E.g., Sweet, Oatmeal & Tropical Stout)8. American Ales (E.g., Blond Ale, American Brown, APA, CA Common)9. American Porter & Stout (E.g., Am. Porter, Am. Stout, Imperial Stout)10. American IPA (E.g., American, Black, White, Belgian IPA)11. Strong American Ales (E.g., Double IPA, American Strong Ale & Barleywine, Wheatwine)12. European Sour & American Wild (E.g., Berliner Weisse, Flanders Red, Oud Bruin, Lambic Gueuze, Brett Beer, Wild Specialty Beer, Mixed-Fermentation Sour Beer)13. Belgian & Trappist Ales (E.g., Witbier, Belgian Pale Ale, Biere de Garde, Belgian Blond, Saison, Belgian Golden Strong Ale, Single, Dubbel, Tripel, Belgian Dark Strong)14. Mixed (E.g., Fruit, Spice, Smoke, Wood, Historical)

Class 2 - Beer Label Contest Label must be displayed on a bottle. Entries must be appropriate for display at the fair. No trademark or copyright material can be used. Judging will be on Art, Creativity and Information. Original artwork will be given greater credits compared to artwork taken from other sources, such as clip art. Other rules apply as listed for the homebrew contest.

PREMIUMS 1st 2nd 3rdPremium - Each lot ..............Glassware Ribbon RibbonBest of Show prize will be awarded.

GARY MUCHOWSuperintendent

1910 Whitetail Run Pl. NEOwatonna, MN 55060

507-210-7053

KORY BORCHERTSuperintendent

2825 Northridge LaneOwatonna, MN 55060

507-456-2019

CHUCK FOWLERSuperintendent

20320 Hillside Dr.Rogers, MN 55374-939

507-213-8000

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CLASS A - GRAPELOTS 1. Dry Red 2. Sweet Red 3. Sweet White

CLASS B - FRUIT (WILD)LOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet

CLASS C - FRUIT (OTHER)LOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet

CLASS D - VEGETABLELOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet

CLASS E - OTHERLOTS 1. Dry 2. Sweet


Class - Preschool & Youth Artists Children are invited to display their favorite artistic creations at this year’s Steele County Free Fair, August 16 - 21, 2016.Class 1 - Preschoolers (0-4) emphasis is on process, not product. No judging or competition will take place in the preschool categories.Class 2 - Youth Artists (Grade K-8) 2 People’s Choice awards and 10 trophies will be displayed on Sunday, August 21st at noon.People’s Choice awards will be based on voting that happens during the week of the fair and tallied on Saturday night.Tropy winners will be chosen by 2 guest judges based on originality, design, use of medium, and craftsmanship.Pre-registration is required. Mail entry forms (found in Exhibitor’s Guide) to Steele County Free Fair/ Youth Art, P.O. Box 650, Owatonna, MN 55060 or enter online at www.scff.org using child’s name. Do not send actual projects. Pre-registration deadline is Monday, August 8. For questions please call Jodi Hovden (507) 213-6905 or email at [email protected] entries will not be included in judging.

RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. At least 90% of the work must be done by the child. 2. Flat projects must be 24”x24” or smaller. 3. 3-D projects must be 12”x12”x12” or smaller. 4. Each child may enter up to 3 projects. Only 1 Stella & Steely please.

5. Each project must have a title.6. All projects must be dropped off on Saturday, August 13, between 9 a.m

and 12 p.m., at the Fine Arts building, just North of the Four Seasons on the fairgrounds.

7. All entries must be picked up Sunday, August 21 between 8-9 p.m. or Monday, August 22, 10 a.m. to noon, after the close of the fair.

CATEGORIES:PRESCHOOL - Class 1Lot 1 - Hanging Project - Ideas might include, but are not limited to, finger

painting, card making, stamp art, collages, original drawings, etc. No coloring book pages please.

Lot 2 - 3 Dimensional Project - Anything made out of clay, play-doh, a cardboard box, paper towel tubes, etc. to display on shelf.

Lot 3 - Steely & Stella

YOUNG ARTISTS - Class 2Lot 1 - Hanging Project - Any drawing, watercolor, oil, acrylic, tempra,

mixed media or original piece. *** ALL ART MUST BE READY TO HANG.

Lot 2 - 3 Dimensional Project - Any sculpture, mixed media or original art piece, to display on shelf.

Lot 3 - Steely & Stella

SALUTE TO STEELY AND STELLA:Pre-school - 8th grade may submit one project that somehow depicts or includes

STEELY and/or STELLA the fair steer. Your projects may be hanging or 3 dimensional. The judging will be private, held before the opening of the fair and ribbons will be awarded to Steely and Stella’s favorites. The bovine mascots we all love, have agreed to be our Guest Judges of this Salute to STEELY AND STELLA

category. See rules and regulations above for details.

Youth Art Department Sponsored by

DEPT. T - YOUTH ART

JODI HOVDENSuperintendent

[email protected]

Christina SpencerCo-Superintendent

Barb SpindlerCo-Superintendent

Quick Reference Youth ArtRegistration Deadline: Monday, August 8

*Use open entry/non-livestock form in the Exibitor’s Guide or onlie at www.sc� .org. Remember to create

account in child’s name.Project Drop O� : Saturday, August 13

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Project Pick-up: Sunday, August 21

8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. & Monday, August 22 - 10-Noon


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Located in the Fine Arts BuildingThis hobby display can consist of rocks (of all types), agates, petrified wood, mineral specimens, fossils, artifacts and handmadegemstone jewelry, etc.Sponsored by the Steele County Gem & Mineral Club.Entries are open to the public, all ages welcome.All items are for display only, with no official judging or competition

to be conducted. Participation ribbons are given. This will be our 10thAnnual Exhibit.

Rules & Regulations: 1. All entries must be submitted on Sunday, August 14, between

4:00-5:30 p.m. at the Fine Arts Building located next to the Four Seasons building, or Monday, August 15 from 11:00 a.m. to Noon also in the Fine Arts Building.

2. Each owner will be responsible for picking up his/her entries on Sunday, August 21 from 8:00-9:00 p.m. after the close of the fair or Monday, August 22 from 11:00 a.m. to Noon, in the Fine Arts Building.

3. All entries must be accompanied by a sheet listing the displayers name, address and phone number, plus a listing of pieces to be displayed. Displayed material will not be insured against damage or theft. This is the responsibility of the owner.

4. All material must be labeled with the exhibitor’s name, correct specimen name and origin of material. Ex. Joe Smith, Lake Superior Agate, Minnesota.

5. During the fair, feel free to sign up for the fair drawing. It is open to the public. The winner will be drawn on Sunday evening after 8:00 p.m. You need NOT be present to win.

LINDA STOCKWELLCo-Superintendent

2746 Ho� man Dr. NWOwatonna, MN 55060

507-456-4490

TOM STOCKWELLCo-Superintendent

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The 2016 Steele County Free Fair will host a Youth Livestock Judging Contest for all interested youth.

DETAILSDATE: Friday evening, August 19, 2016 (SHARP)TIME: Registration for Dairy & General Livestock - 4:00 PM General Livestock Contest - 4:30 PM Dairy Contest - 5:30 PM Registration for Rabbit - 5:00 PM Rabbit Contest - 5:30 PMPLACE: Steele County Fairgrounds, Owatonna General Livestock Contest - Cattle Judging Arena Dairy Contest - Cattle Judging Arena Rabbit Contest - Rabbit Barn

CONTEST RULES1. Team will consist of 3-4 members with high three scores counting for the

team score.2. School or county may enter an unlimited number of teams/individuals for

Dairy and General Livestock. Rabbit contestants register as individuals and may sign up as teams as well.

3. FFA team members should be presently enrolled in high school or be current year graduates.

4. 4-H team members should be current year members.5. All contestants in the Dairy, General Livestock & Rabbit contests will be

divided into 3 divisions: Jr - 5th grade & under, completed; Int. - 6th - 8th grade completed; Sr. - 9th grade and over, completed.

6. Other than oral reason classes, official placings on all classes will be given immediately following the placing and cards collected from the contestants.

7. Time Schedule: 4:30 PM SHARP - General Livestock Contest 5:30 PM SHARP - Dairy Contest 5:30 PM SHARP - Rabbit Contest Awards Presentation at the conclusion of each contest.

CLASSESDairy:1. Six classes represented by at least two breeds of cattle.2. Two oral reasons classes for seniors; One oral reasons class for

intermediates. No oral reasons for juniors.General Livestock:1. Seven classes represented by two classes from swine, sheep & beef; and

1 class of market goats. Classes may consist of market animals, breeding animals, or both.

2. Two oral reasons classes.3. One question class.Rabbit:1. Four placing classes; one oral reasons class, one questions class.

AWARDS IN EACH CONTESTAwards to: 1st place team: overall & reasons in each division 1st place individual: overall & reasons in each division

Ribbons to: Top ten teams: overall & reasons in each division Top ten individuals: overall & reasons in each division Registration Fee: $1 per judging contestant. Payable at time of registration.

No advance registration is required.Judging Contest Assistance: All adults with team responsibilities (coaches, chaperones, etc.) will be

assigned a responsibility in scoring, tabulating or as a group leader upon their team's registration.

DEPT. V - YOUTH LIVESTOCK JUDGING

ZACH VONRUDENCo-Superintendent

66583 170th Ave.Dodge Center, MN 55927

507-213-3048

BEN JENSENCo-Superintendent

507-475-3545

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Each year your Steele County Free Fair is drawing more exhibitors and patrons. Ample parking space is provided off Austin Road and 18th Street, and in the large area east of the race track. Both areas are convenient for fairgoers.

Parking stickers will be good at the following gates: Austin Road and 18th Street. All exhibitors will be required to purchase parking stickers. This includes livestock and commercial exhibitors.

There will be Handicapped Parking at regular charge at the Park Street gate, Scooters and wheelchairs can be rented at the Park Street gate.

PARKING/CAMPING• $40.00/day (includes electricty & water) or $200 for the week

• Tents - daily $10.00 ($15.00 with electric) $75/Week• Parking streets outside grounds (free)• Regular parking $5.00 (per day) or $25.00 (entire week)• Vendor regular parking $25.00• Concessionaire supply vehicles (no electrical) $55.00• Concessionaire supply vehicles (with electrical) $80.00• Supply vehicles (in camping lot) $50.00 (with electrical service)• Supply vehicles delivery $35.00 (no services)

(Limited space available near lots!)

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SCFF RULES & REGULATIONSCOMPETITION REGULATIONS:

1. Stock and articles must be entered in the name of the bona fide owners, and grain, vegetables, fruit, dairy products and domestic manufactures must have been raised or made by exhibitors thereof during the past year.

2. Every article in competition must correspond in number and description with the premium list and be in its proper class, in order to obtain premiums. No change or alteration will be permitted after the books are placed in the hands of the judges.

3. Each entry tag shall be securely attached to the entry itself, or the stall, pen or receptacle in which it is shown.

4. All entries are to remain on exhibit until 8:00 PM Sunday, the closing day of the fair unless noted differently in department rules.

5. The Fair will use diligence to insure the safety of stock or arti-cles entered for exhibition, after their arrival and placement, but under no circumstances will it be responsible for loss, inju-ry, or damage done to, or occasioned by, or arising from any articles on exhibition. The exhibitor shall indemnify the Fair thereof against all legal or other proceedings in regard thereto.

6. The awards for entries shall be designated by ribbons or cards as follows: First Premium – blue,

Second Premium – red; third premium – white or green; fourth premium – yellow; fifth or commended – pink; sweep-stakes – purple.

7. The superintendent of the department or some other persons appointed shall assist the awarding committee as clerk and shall keep a record of the awards made. This record, when completed, will be returned to the secretary.

8. All awards shall be made by comparison of the individual mer-its of the entries.

9. Any interference by exhibitors to influence or dictate the deci-sions of the judges will be sufficient cause for excluding his or her entry from competition, and should be reported to the secretary through the superintendent of the division.

10. No appeal from the decision of the awarding committee shall be allowed. An exhibitor may make a protest to the superin-tendent of the department at the time of the award, who may then require the judge to give reasons for such placing.

11. Premiums will not be awarded on articles or animals of inferior merit regardless of the number in competition for a premium. The judge may award no premium, second, or first premium as merit may warrant.

12. Exhibition of articles not competing for premiums must be arranged for at the secretary’s office and will be arranged as far as possible in conformity with the wishes of the exhibitor.

13. When a sum of premium money is to be paid out pro-rata the appointment shall be according to the merits of the individual exhibits.

14. Special premiums may be offered by interested persons for entries which conform to the general classification of the fair association.

15. If the fair receipts prove insufficient to meet all demands, the society reserves the right to first pay all bona fide expenses of the fair and pay premiums with the balance on hand.

16. The deadline for all premium issues (inquiries, request for changes, etc.) is September 15. All awards, ribbons, cash pre-miums and exhibits not picked up at the Fair Office by Sep-tember 15 will be forfeited and become property of the Steele County Free Fair. Premium checks that are issued will become void after 60 days. Checks will not be reissued.

17. No person will be permitted to distribute advertising matter on the grounds except from their place of business or exhibit. The tacking or posting of any advertisements, bills, cards, etc. other than within the space occupied by exhibitors, is strictly pro-hibited. The distribution of hand bills, flyers, heralds, etc., will not be permitted unless permission is granted by management. Anyone violating these rules will be liable for expulsion from the grounds as the board may elect.

18. The management would be appreciative if persons will report any mistreatment or extortion practiced by any employee or vendor at the fair.

19. They also ask for immediate information regarding any ques-tionable or demoralizing privilege. Do not wait until the fair is over to make a complaint, report it immediately.

20. It is the aim of the management to have a moral, clean fair, which will commend the support of the entire community.

21. No pets are allowed on fairgrounds except for service animals.

22. Smoking will be allowed only in designated areas.

23. All exhibitors and concessionaires are to separate their garbage and grease and dispose of same in the proper containers.

24. Building Hours – Except Barns

Tuesday: 3-10 PMWednesday-Saturday 11 AM-10 PMSunday 11AM – 8 PM

Outside Vendor Hours (Minimum)

Tuesday: Must be set up by 3 PMWednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11 AM – 10:30 PMFriday and Saturday: 11 AM – 11:30 PMOutdoor vendors must close by 1:00 AM

The management reserves the right to amend or add to these rules as in its judgement it may deem advisable.


EXHIBITION OF LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY IN MINNESOTA SUMMARY OF STATE RULE

GENERAL REQUIREMENTSThe exhibition management may adopt more but not less

restrictive health requirements than required by state rule. Livestock or poultry known by the exhibitor to have an

infectious, communicable disease or to have been exposed to an infectious, communicable disease, or to be from a quarantined herd or flock may not be entered in an exhibition. Warts and ringworm are considered communicable diseases. Therefore, livestock affected by these diseases cannot be exhibited. A statement from a veterinarian that an animal is being treated for these diseases is not acceptable.

All animals must be examined by the official veterinarian on the day they are admitted to the exhibition and at least once daily during the exhibition. Prior to entering a public exhibition, animals must meet the requirements for exhibition, importation, and intrastate movement as defined by the Board of Animal Health. No animal may enter or be at a public exhibition that is showing clinical signs of any infectious, contagious or communicable disease, including ringworm and warts.

The Official Veterinarian will order the immediate removal to a quarantine facility or removal from the exhibition premises of any livestock with clinical signs of infectious, contagious or communicable diseases. Animals placed in a quarantine facility must remain there until removed from the exhibition premises.

Livestock and poultry entered in a petting exhibit are not exempt from the exhibition rules if the animals are from more than one farm or there are other animals at the exhibit.

CATTLE - Cattle must be individually & officially identified.

SHEEP AND GOATS - Sheep and goats must be officially

identified. No sheep or goat that is within 30 days of giving birth may be exhibited without prior approval from the Board of Animal Health.

DEER AND ELK - Deer and elk must be officially identified.

POULTRY - Chickens, turkeys, and game birds, except baby poultry, must be individually identified with a leg or wing band. Chickens, turkeys, game birds, and hatching eggs from these birds must be accompanied by a certificate or test chart to show that they originate from a hatchery or breeding flock that is classified pullorum-typhoid clean or are negative to a pullorum-typhoid test within 90 days prior to the opening date of the exhibition. Turkeys and turkey hatching eggs must be accompanied by a certificate or test chart to show that they originate from a hatchery or breeding flock that is classified Mycoplasma gallisepticum clean and Mycoplasma synoviae clean or are negative to a Mycoplasma gallisepticum and a Mycoplasma synoviae test within 90 days prior to the opening date of the exhibition.

SWINE - Swine must be individually & officially identified.

HORSES - Horses, except suckling foals accompanying a negative dam, must be negative to an official Coggins test conducted within 12 months prior to the opening date of an exhibition.

DOGS - Dogs four months of age or older must be accompanied by a certificate of rabies vaccination documenting that the dog is currently vaccinated for rabies.

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Brown County, New Ulm .......................August 10 14

Cannon Valley, Cannon Falls ........................July 1 - 4

Dakota County, Farmington ................. August 8 - 14

Dodge County, Kasson ..............................July 13 - 17

Faribault County, Blue Earth ....................July 19 - 23

Fillmore County, Preston ..........................July 18 - 24

Freeborn County, Albert Lea .................. August 2 - 7

Goodhue County, Zumbrota................. August 9 - 14

Houston County, Caledonia ............... August 17 - 21

2016 SOUTHERN MINNESOTA COUNTY FAIRSLeSueur County, LeCenter ................ August 18 - 21

Mower County, Austin ......................... August 9 - 14

Nicollet County, St. Peter .................. August 10 - 14

Olmsted County, Rochester .....................July 25 - 31

Rice County, Faribault .............................July 19 - 24

Steele County, Owatonna................... August 16 - 21

Wabasha County, Wabasha ......................July 13 - 16

Waseca County, Waseca ..........................July 13 - 17

Winona County, St. Charles ......................July 6 - 10

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2016 Amateur Talent Contest

The Steele County Free Fair Owatonna People’s Press Amateur Talent Contest will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 21, 2016 on the United Prairie Bank Stage in Fair Square Park. A period for rehearsal will be available from 8:00-10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 19. Entries will be accepted only by those who have legal residence in Steele County. Acts will be categorized into three different classes. Pre teen (12 and under) Teen (13-19) Open ( 19 and over) Each � rst place winner will compete in the MN State Fair Talent Contest in their age category. Accompanists, when not a part of the act, may be of any age. Time limit will be 4 minutes. Points will be deducted for contestants going over the limit. Musical groups and vocalists are allowed to perform a medley of tunes, but must remain within the four minute time limit. Steele County Free Fair reserves the right to disqualify an act that has suggestive lyrics or is not acceptable to a general audience.

Contestants may use taped or CD accompaniment, provided there is musical accompaniment ONLY. Absolutely NO recorded back up vocals are allowed on tape. An electric piano will be available for use. If act is judged the top winner in their category, they must perform the same act or musical selection at the State Fair. Contestants may only participate in one act in one age category. There is limited room on stage for dancers. Each division � rst place winner will receive $75.00; second place $25.00 For further information contact the Talent Show Coordinator Todd Hale at (507) 451-5305. E-mail: [email protected] Entry forms are due by Tuesday, August 16 to: Talent Contest, Steele County Free Fair, Box 650, Owatonna, MN 55060 or bring to Fair Of� ce on Fairgrounds or fax 451-4154. Entry forms are available on the fair website (www.scff.org) or from the fair secretary’s of� ce or the Owatonna People’s Press of� ce.

P.O. Box 650, Owatonna, MN 55060 Phone: 507-451-5305 • Fax: 507-451-4154

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2016 4-H MARKET LIVESTOCK SALE - STEELE COUNTY FREE FAIRSaturday, August 20 - Swine Arena - 8:30 AM Buyer’s Breakfast / 9 AM Market Sale

2016 SALE COMMITTEE: Bill Arthur, Mike Dinse, Eric Finholdt, Angie Jensen, LaVerne Klecker & Rick Klemmensen

Steele County 4-H Members, Parents, 4-H Club Council and Extension Staff also wish to THANK all those who have supported our Steele County 4-H program through the 4-H Food Stand, Shop with Santa, and our 4-H Pasta Dinner & Silent Auction.

Your support makes good things happen for Steele County youth!


SERVING THE WORLD OF MUSIC FROM OWATONNA, MINNESOTA FOR NEARLY 70 YEARS

WENGER CORPORATION hopes you have a great time at the Steele County Free Fair

1-800-4-WENGER | www.wengercorp.com

Ron Freiheit – Wenger Director of Design Engineering / Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America / Member and former chair of the Technical Committee on Architectural Acoustics

Michael Ferch –Wenger sales manager / percussion teacher / performer

Jodi Tuthill –Wenger product manager / former elementary music teacher / performing flutist / inventor

Denny Meyer – Wenger acoustics product manager / professional quartet singer / former music educator

WE LIVE FOR MUSIC. Mike Berndt – Wenger driver and installer / 23 years / service and knowledge personifiedBrad Schmidt – Wenger driver and installer / transporting 15 years of expertise to your door

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