4-H Dogs Handbook August 26 - September 6, 2021 - The Evergreen State Fairgrounds
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4-H Dogs
Handbook
August 26 – September 6, 2021
The Evergreen State Fairgrounds
A Division of Snohomish County Parks and Recreation
14405 179th AVE SE, Monroe, WA. 98272
360-805-6700 Evergreenfair.org4-H PROGRAM
RULES & REGULATIONS
Adoption of Rules
The Evergreen State Fairgrounds, hereinafter referred to as Fair, is a division of Snohomish County government. The fairground facility
operates year-round with a full-time staff of Twenty-Two. Each year special emphasis is given to the agricultural exhibits, as agriculture is one of
Washington State’s largest industries. Exhibitors are encouraged to showcase all aspects of the agriculture industry of yesterday, today and
tomorrow. Information and programs are available to all citizens without discrimination regarding sex, race, color, disability, national origin or
religion. Fair management is authorized to adopt and interpret such rules and regulations as it deems necessary for the safe and orderly operation
of the annual fair. This year’s theme is The Evergreen State Fair... BACK IN THE SADDLE! Good luck on your Fair adventure!
The strength of the 4-H Program lies in its volunteer adult and teen leaders, who are energetic, enthusiastic, and dedicated to helping young
people. Over 450 leaders and 2,000 youth in Snohomish County experienced the 4-H program in 2021. The 4-H Volunteers and members are
supported in their efforts by the faculty and staff of the Washington State University Extension office in Everett.
Objectives for 4-H participation at the Evergreen State Fair are to:
• Provide 4-H members with an educational experience relating to projects and activities and provide an opportunity for developing
personal skills and responsibility.
• Provide recognition to 4-H members and leaders, inspiring and motivating them toward greater achievement.
• Provide opportunities and challenges 4-H members to broaden their relationships with other 4-H and FFA members and programs.
• Provide the fair going public with a comprehensive view of 4-H and its accomplishments.
GENERAL RULES & INFORMATION STATE 4-H FAIR
• 4-H Exhibitors who qualify by receiving a blue ribbon placing, are
The following rules and regulations apply to all non-commercial eligible to enter at the Western Washington Fair which hosts the
exhibitors/exhibits participating in the current year’s fair; exhibitors are State 4-H Fair. For more information contact the project related
required to familiarize themselves with them. Fair management Snohomish County 4-H program leader or superintendent who will
reserves the final and absolute right to interpret these rules and contact the State 4-H Fair Coordinator Marilyn Stout.
regulations.
DOGS AND OTHER PETS
GROUNDS SUPERVISION • Dogs, birds, or other pets not intended for exhibition will be denied
• The general supervision of the grounds and the entire exhibition entry to the fairgrounds. Please leave your animal at home for its
are vested in Fair management. own protection, with the exception of on duty police dogs,
• Outside agencies are contracted to provide medical care, traffic “assistant” animals (as defined by ADA), trained animals in
control and law enforcement during the annual fair. scheduled performances and dogs entered in competition.
• Property of the Fair (i.e. flower baskets, landscape materials, fire • Animals are not allowed in restrooms or showers.
extinguishers) may not be removed.
ADVERTISING AND SALES
ADMISSIONS AND TRAFFIC • No person will be permitted to distribute advertising matter,
• The east and west pass gates will open at 8:00 am for Fair handbills, fliers or herald upon the grounds.
participants. The green (livestock) and white (equestrian) gates • The tacking or posting of any advertisement, bill, sign, banner, etc.
will open at 6:00 am. The outside pedestrian gates of the FAIR is prohibited.
open at 10:00 am daily for the general public. Admission prices • Advertising and Sales – sales, solicitations, commercial product
are posted at entrance gates. display, raffles, drawings, etc., by any entity on the Fairgrounds is
• Vehicles, including automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, prohibited, except as authorized by a written license agreement
trailers, golf carts, motor scooters, bicycles, etc., are not allowed issued by Fair Management.
inside barns or on lawns at any time.
• Overnight parking is allowed only in Fair RV Lots or as provided in HOLD HARMLESS AND NON-LIABILITY
writing by Fair management. Reference RV/Car Reservation Form • EXHIBITOR’S RISK – Exhibits at the Fair are entered and
at the back of this book. As of Aug. 1, only cash, cashier’s checks, displayed at the risk of the exhibitor. Fair cannot accept
money orders or VISA/MC will be accepted. A $35 service fee will responsibility of loss or damage resulting from conditions imposed
be charged for all NSF checks. Premiums may be withheld until all by large crowds, the arrangement of the displays, the great number
NSF charges and/or entry fees are cleared. of exhibits, disease, weather or any other condition.
• Area traffic/parking signs are to be observed at all times. • Prior to entry, exhibitor should consider the sentimental and
Designated fire lanes must be kept clear. monetary value of the exhibit as Fair provides no restitution for loss
• Multi-Day parking tickets are available in advance using the or damage.
reservation form on the Website or at the Fair Pass Booth #201). • HOLD HARMLESS – By submitting an entry into the Fair, Exhibitor
has agreed to protect, save harmless, indemnify, and defend, at
GROUNDS & BUILDING USE their own expense, Snohomish County, its elected and appointed
• All 4-H exhibitors must be off the interior grounds by 11:00 pm officials, officers, employees, and agents from any loss or claim for
daily. 4-H exhibitors who remain on the exterior grounds overnight damages solely caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of
must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. Snohomish County, its elected and appointed officials, officers,
• Buildings and barns are off limits to exhibitors after 11:00 pm employees, or agents; and that Snohomish County shall not be
• Smoking is prohibited on the Evergreen State Fairgrounds. held liable or responsible for any loss, injury and damage to
Possession of alcoholic beverages, illegal controlled substances, persons, animals or property on the fairgrounds by reason of fire,
firearms or lethal weapons is prohibited. theft, vandalism, weather, wind, flood, earthquake, collision
• Overnight sleeping is not allowed in any building or barn. damage, disease or illness, nor does it assume any liability for
injury to persons, animals or property while on any portion of the
SKATEBOARDS, SCOOTERS, ETC fairgrounds or while using its facilities (S.C.C. 2.33.060).
• NO skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, bicycles, motorcycles,
scooters or similar recreational vehicles or toys are allowed on the FORFEITURE OF PRIVILEGES OR AWARDS
grounds. • Any person who violates any general or special rule will forfeit all
4-H STAGE SCHEDULING privileges and premiums and be subject to such penalty as Fair
• Use of the stage in the 4-H building, by any 4-H participant, must management may order.
be requested in advance. This includes style revues, bowls, BANKING – CHECK CASHING SERVICES are not available on the
performing arts, demonstrations, shows, award presentations, etc. fairgrounds.
• Time slots available on a first come, first serve basis. • Automated Teller Machines (ATM) are located at various sites on
• Contact Jan Bond, 4-H Performing Arts Superintendent, as soon as the fairgrounds.
possible, by phone at (360) 668-6681 for available time slots.DEPARTMENTS OF EXHIBITION • Clerks are prohibited from allowing anyone, except the department
Superintendent, to examine the department records while judging
DURATION OF STAY
is in progress.
• All exhibits must remain on display as individual department
• Clerk or judge will announce the placing of the entry after
schedule’s stipulate.
adjudication of each class. When required, judge will give reason
• Exhibits must be ready for public viewing daily between the hours
for placing.
of 10:00 am and 10:00 pm
• Clerk is not permitted, under any circumstances, from allowing the
ENTRY OF EXHIBIT entry/clerking sheets to go from his/her possession to be inspected
• Entry of exhibits is allowed during the dates and times specified in by anyone, nor shall an entry be made known by the clerk until the
the individual department sections of this book. entry sheets are placed in the hands of the Superintendent.
• All exhibits must be entered for competition in the name of the JUDGES
owner or maker whose number must be endorsed on the entry
• The judges in all departments will be approved by Fair
form.
management. No one will be allowed to act as a judge in the class
• Anyone attempting to deceive the judge in regard to ownership, or or ring in which he/she exhibits.
who shall purchase articles or borrow them to exhibit in his or her
name, shall forfeit all claims as an exhibitor. • The decision of the judges will be final in all cases, except
where mistake, fraud, misrepresentation or collusion, not
• Fair management reserves the right to accept entries later if it is
discovered at the time of the award, is proven. In such cases,
found such action would not cause injury to other exhibitors.
Fair management will make the decision.
OBJECTIONABLE EXHIBIT • All judges participating in 4-H classes will view the
• Fair management reserves the right to remove from display area “Judges Material provided in your packet prior to judging.
any exhibit or animal that may be falsely entered, or in Fair • Judges’ names are public information. Following judging of
management’s opinion may be deemed unsuitable or exhibits the judge’s names may be disclosed upon request. Fair
objectionable, without assigning a reason therefore. reserves the right to substitute judges as needed.
ERRONEOUS ENTRY PROTESTS AND APPEALS
• Exhibits that have been erroneously entered may be transferred to • All protests and appeals must be made in writing and accompanied
the proper division/class/lot prior to judging. If such classes have by a deposit of $25.00 cash only. This deposit will be forfeited if
been judged, however, they shall not be reopened. No animal protest/appeal is not sustained. Said document must state plainly
shall be changed from one class to another after closing dates the cause of complaint or appeal and must be filed with Fair
unless it is ineligible for the class in which it is entered. All manager within 24 hours after cause of protest/appeal. Submit
determinations are at the department Superintendent’s discretion. written complaint in the Fair Administration Office (bldg. #405).
DETERMINATION OF PRIZE WINNERS • Appeals from the decision of a judge or department Superintendent
must be made in writing and must contain at least one specific
• Where there is no competition and/or where there are fewer
charge stating at length the facts relied upon or the rule violated,
animals or articles in a class than the number of premiums offered,
and naming witnesses and their addresses by which proof is too
the Judge and Superintendent, at their discretion, may award a
made.
prize or prizes of such rank as the animal or article deserves.
• When a protest is to be made against the competition of an animal
• Awards will be marked as to meaning and will be made according
or article in any class, notice of same shall be filed with the
to the merits of the exhibit. The judge may disqualify or award
department Superintendent before the class is passed upon, so the
blue, red, or white premiums at his/her discretion. Special awards
judge may be instructed to place a reserve award in order that
will be made only after the judge has agreed with department
premiums may be properly distributed in the event of the protest
Superintendent that such award should be made.
being sustained.
• Where there is one exhibit in a class, the award shall be made on
• No complaint or appeal based upon the statement that the judge or
merit alone and a premium, or no premium, may be awarded. An
judges are incompetent or have overlooked an animal or article will
animal or article without merit shall not be awarded a premium; and
be considered by Fair management.
premiums shall not be awarded merely because there is no
competition. • All questions of dispute or differences not provided for under the
rules and regulations shall be referred to Fair management whose
• The Danish system of award is used in the 4-H Division. Upon
decision shall be final.
request, department Superintendent will provide information on
specific judging/award system by division/class. • In addition to the right of protest therein guaranteed to exhibitors,
Fair management reserves the right to take cognizance of fraud consummated or
• Prizewinners shall be determined by reference to the judge/clerking
attempted in connection with an exhibit and take such action as may be deemed
sheets. The department Superintendent and judge signature
just and proper.
certifies the placing to be correct.
DEPARTMENT SUPERINTENDENT
• All 4-H Division superintendents are currently enrolled 4-H
Volunteers. Each department Superintendent, under the direction
of Fair management and staff, shall have charge of the department
to which he/she may be assigned. Exhibitors will follow the order
and direction of the superintendent. If the order of the
superintendent differs from the rules and regulations in this book,
Superintendent will provide exhibitor with verification of Fair
management approval for deviation from rules.
• Superintendent has the authority to recommend to Fair
management reduced premiums when rule violations and/or
disciplinary problems exist.
• Superintendent has the right to request certificates of registration
and transfer and examine same before the prizes and premiums
are awarded, and to notify the judge that the exhibitor has complied
with these requirements.
• The Superintendent is not allowed, under any circumstances, to
permit exhibitor access to display cases.
DEPARTMENT CLERK
• It is the department clerk’s responsibility to make a note of all
cases where registration or entry blanks are not satisfactory to the
Superintendent and to indicate same on the judges’ report sheets.DRESS CODE PUBLIC SAFETY
• Body cleanliness, neat attire and adherence to the Snohomish FIRE PROTECTION
County 4-H code of conduct are required while involved with any 4- • All matters of fire protection are under the direct supervision of the
H activities. Appropriate showing attire shall be worn at all times State and County Fire Marshal offices. The Fair will use precaution
when actively participating in the show. to guard against fire but will not be responsible for any loss or
• Examples of inappropriate dress are spandex fabric, tank tops, damage suffered by such event.
halter or half-top shirts, shorts or skirts that are shorter than
fingertip length. FIRST AID
• Absolutely no sandals or thongs. See individual project for specific • Under no circumstances shall an individual attempt to treat a
dress guidelines. person that is “down”. In the case of a medical situation exhibitor
shall immediately contact the nearest department Superintendent,
EXHIBITOR TICKETS clerk or Fair employee. They are responsible for making the
• Eligible 4-H exhibitor will contact club leader to order exhibitor appropriate contacts.
(season) and worker-parent (one-day) tickets. Reference the fee • Exhibitor may help situation further by keeping the area cleared
information on the Fairs website for current year rates. until medical assistance arrives.
Evergreenfair.org • The First Aid Office is available to all exhibitors and patrons during
• 4-H Identification Cards cannot be used as admission or parking public hours of the fair. Report to building #407 for assistance.
authorization.
LAW ENFORCEMENT AND SECURITY
AWARDS • The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office is contracted to provide
security and crowd control on the fairgrounds. They are based in
The judges will award prizes and premiums only on articles, divisions Temp Trailer #407 next to the Administration Building.
and classes listed in this book. An error in the record of premiums and
prizes awarded, caused by oversight or neglect on the part of the LOST PERSON CENTER
Superintendent or judge, shall be subject to correction by Fair
• All persons who are lost or have misplaced another person may
manager.
contact the Lost Person Center operated by Valley General
Hospital. Center is located behind building #300.
MONETARY PREMIUMS
• Each department in this book outlines premium amounts or points LOST AND FOUND
applicable to divisions/classes and lots. If, for any reason such as • The Lost and Found department is open in the West Gate Pass
war, rain or any act of God beyond the control of Fair, the income Booth Building #201 from 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
for the current year of the Fairgrounds shall be impaired, all prizes, • Owner may claim item by verbally identifying it, prior to viewing, in
premiums, and awards will be pro-rated accordingly. the West Gate Pass Booth #201 after Labor Day in the Fairgrounds
Administration Office Building #405.
PREMIUM AMOUNTS • The Fair office will retain lost/found items beginning Labor Day for
• Superintendents recommend, and Fair management approves, the a period of (30) thirty days.
number of points allowed and the flat premium amounts within
each department. They are analyzed and determinations made NON-ANIMAL DEPARTMENT RULES
based on what is in the best interest of the exhibitor, Snohomish ENTRY
County and Fair. • Entries are accepted after completion of online entry. Items are
PREMIUM WARRANTS (checks) accepted during the times printed within each department
• Warrants (checks) for premiums will be mailed to exhibitor by schedule.
the 31st day of October. • Exhibits that are wet or tacky to the touch will NOT be accepted.
• ANY INCORRECT OR MISSING PREMIUM CHECKS MUST BE Exhibitor will complete exhibit within a timeline that virtually
REPORTED BY NOVEMBER 30TH. guarantees an intact exhibit.
• On entering an exhibit, an Entry Tag will be furnished which
• REQUESTS FOR MISSING CHECKS WILL NOT BE
contains all data pertinent to the exhibitor and exhibit. This tag
PROCESSED AFTER DECEMBER 31ST. A first check has to
must be attached to exhibit according to the direction of the
have been issued.
Superintendent or Department Clerk. Exhibitor will be given a stub
• Questions regarding the detailed amounts paid should be directed from the entry tag.
to the applicable department Superintendent. • EXHIBITOR IS REQUIRED TO PRESENT ENTRY TAG STUB TO
• To avoid delays in processing premiums, exhibitor is responsible SUPERINTENDENT OR CLERK PRIOR TO RELEASE OF
for completing all areas of the Entry Form that apply. It is ENTRY.
mandatory that the Exhibitor ID, Exhibitor Name and complete
address are typed or printed legibly on the Entry Form. W9 form RELEASE OF EXHIBIT
required for Horse, Beef, Dairy Cattle, Swine and Sheep • All exhibits must remain intact until the release time specified in
entries. each department. Failure to comply with this requirement will
• Premium warrants (checks) are void 90 days after date of cause forfeiture of premiums and awards won in any department of
issuance. After that date, checks become null & void and the Fair.
premiums are forfeited. • It is the sole responsibility of the owner to retrieve exhibit.
• No Checks $5.00 or under will be processed. Reference individual department for release times.
• LOST premium warrants may be replaced after completing the • Exhibits displayed in the 4-H Building will be released on Tuesday,
process: (1) Call or come to Fair administration to request a “Lost September 7 from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm in the 4-H Building. The
Warrant Affidavit” form (2) Complete form (3) Mail or deliver form Fair is not responsible for items left after this time.
to the Snohomish County Administration Building, Department of
Budget and Finance, 3000 Rockefeller Ave., Everett, WA 98201. LIVESTOCK DEPARTMENT INFORMATION & RULES
ELIGIBILITY
RIBBONS/ROSETTES
• A 4-H exhibitor will not be permitted to exhibit products or livestock
• Awards will be designated by ribbons and rosettes in colors as
from the same enterprise or project in both 4-H and FFA divisions.
specified:
• Livestock co-owned by more than one exhibitor must be entered
First (Excellent)…………………Blue
under one owner only. Livestock CANNOT be cross entered under
Second (Good)………………….Red
different owners, farms, or business names.
Third (Fair)……………………..White
• Cross entries will forfeit all prizes and premiums.
OTHER AWARDS • Examples of Project or Enterprise: beef breeding, beef marketing,
• Refer to individual department for information on special and sheep breeding, sheep marketing, swine breeding, swine
sponsored awards. marketing, production dairy cow, dairy heifer and calf, poultry
breeding, poultry marketing, horse breeding and production, horseperformance, vegetable gardening, container gardening, home • Any animal whose owner cannot produce evidence of vaccination,
horticulture, etc. in the form of a tattoo, must have a negative official Brucellosis test
• Examples of Enterprise: chickens, turkeys, geese, ducks, rabbits, done through a State or Federal laboratory within 90 days prior to
sheep, swine, beef, dairy replacements, dairy productions, wheat, the opening of Fair.
barley, etc. • A respiratory complex vaccine is strongly recommended.
• Refer to the appropriate term used by both organizations. • Recommended cattle vaccines are IBR, BVD, P13, and BRSV Viral
• Livestock or animals, for purposes of these rules, are defined as all vaccines at least 2 weeks prior to showing at Fair.
breeds of beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, horses, dairy • An 8-way Clostridial vaccine is also highly recommended.
goats, pygmy goats, fiber goats, poultry, fowl, rabbits, cavies, dogs,
cats, and llamas. SPECIFIC HEALTH INFORMATION – OTHER SPECIES
• Livestock ownership certificates for dairy goat, pygmy goat, and • The following vaccinations are strongly recommended (but not
llama and horse species must be on file in the WSU Snohomish required) by Snohomish County Veterinary Medical Association:
County Extension office by June 1 of the current year. CATS: Feline distemper annually and Rabies vaccination every
• Horse and dog entries are restricted to Snohomish County three year.
4-H members only. DOGS: Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza and
• Tractor Driving Contest. Open to livestock and tractor program 4-H parvovirus (DHLPP) vaccinations yearly and Rabies
exhibitors. Must have a permission form signed by parent and 4-H vaccination every three years.
leader. Exhibitor must have had prior tractor driving experience HORSES: Tetanus toxoid, influenza vaccine, Eastern and Western
approved by 4-H leader. Limited to intermediates and seniors. Encephalomyelitis, Equine Rhinopneumonitis, and a mixed
Awards given at the Dairy Cattle Awards bacterin injection are advised yearly. It is recommended
that these vaccinations be given at least 4 to 6 weeks prior
ENTRY AND ADMISSION OF LIVESTOCK and ANIMALS to Fair and no sooner that 2 weeks prior to showing.
• Entries are accepted after submittal of On-Line Entry through LLAMAS: Out of state: Llamas and alpacas six months of age and
ShoWorks and a health examination of the animal. A separate over must be tested negative for Brucellosis and
entry form is required for each department. W9 form required for Tuberculosis not more than 30 days prior to entry. The
Horse, Beef, Dairy Cattle, Swine and Sheep entries. Entries Tuberculosis test is to be performed just caudal to the
can be done on-line. elbow joint in a similar manner to the single strength single
• Per Darigold an RBST form must be filled out by each cervical test. Exempt from health certificate and testing
exhibitor milking a cow. Fair will also sign a form. Must be requirements are llamas and alpacas traveling into the
filled out before the first milking. state with their Oregon and Idaho owners in personal
• Pre-entry is required for all animal projects. Refer to applicable vehicles for roundtrip visits of not more than 96 hours.
department for entry form deadlines and mailing instructions. POULTRY: Exotic Newcastle Disease (END) WAC16-54-155 – This
• Livestock may be unloaded at the fairgrounds during the times section applies to all avian species and commercial traffic
listed in the department schedule. Livestock arriving outside those originating from the END quarantine zone in California and
times listed will not be permitted in the barns until checked by to bird exhibits, shows, auctions, public displays and
veterinarian. Owner will be charged a service call fee for the competitions held in WA St. 1) A promoter of an event in
veterinarian to health check the animal prior to admission. WA St., such as an exhibit, show, action, competition, or
HEALTH INSPECTION - VETERINARIAN other public display of birds of any type shall immediately
All livestock/animal exhibits presented for entry to the facilities are inform the State Veterinarian by mail, fax, or email of a
required to pass a health examination by Evergreen State Fair scheduled event. The notification shall include the contact
Contracted Veterinarians during established inspection times of each name, mailing address, physical address of the event, and
department. They must be checked only through the department in daytime telephone number. 2) A promoter of an event in
which they are to be housed. No animals will be allowed in the barns WA St., such as an exhibit, show, action, competition, or
until they are vet checked. The extent of examination is to be other public display of birds of any type shall inform the
determined by the Veterinarian and with the following information: event exhibitors and vendors in writing of this WAC and
1. An original “Animal Health Certificate” completed within 7 current quarantine for END, and the risk of introducing END
calendar days of animal’s arrival will result in a cursory into WA St. The promoter also shall require each event
veterinarian review unless further symptoms warrant a more exhibitor and vendor to attest in writing that they are not in
extensive examination. violation of this WAC. The signed document shall be
2. If an “Animal Health Certificate” is not provided, a forwarded to the State Veterinarian within one week of the
veterinarian’s exam will be conducted to the extent deemed conclusion of the event.
necessary by Veterinarian to ensure the safety and health of SHEEP & Scrapie Rule WAC 16-89 – All breeds or crosses are
all animals at the Evergreen State Fair. GOATS: required to be tagged with a Washington State tamper
• No animal from a quarantined area or premise will be permitted to proof Scrapies tag. Dairy Goats must have tattoos
enter the Fairgrounds. that correspond with Scrapie Papers. Market lambs
• The Fair veterinarian's professional decision as to the health status are included. No Exceptions
of an animal is final and Fair management will uphold such PYGMY GOATS:
decisions. Also Require Flock ID # for Scrapie and animal ID
• At the discretion of the Superintendent or Fair Manager, any animal (microchip or tattoo that matches certificate.
that will not stand or endangers the Veterinarian, exhibitor, public, SWINE: Bordetella, Erysipelas, Pasteurella, Leptospirosis and
or other exhibitors, during the examination will be immediately Parvovirus vaccinations.
removed from the grounds.
REJECTION OF ANIMAL/LIVESTOCK
• The Evergreen State Fair and the State of Washington establish
• Any exhibit with indications of infectious or contagious diseases,
exhibit health standards for the safety and overall health of all
ectoparasites or conditions will be rejected. Exhibitors be aware
exhibits.
that ringworm, warts, pinkeye, strangles, contagious ecthyma, hoof
• Refer to the individual departments for vaccination requirements.
rot, scabies, lice, mites, ticks, and fleas fall into these categories.
• Animals showing indications of disease symptoms during the
INTERSTATE – HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
course of the Fair will be rejected by Fair veterinarian, and when
• Washington State livestock requires no vaccinations or tests for
necessary, exhibitor instructed to remove animal from the exhibit
entering and individual health certificates are not required – except
area.
as indicated in following section.
ADJUDICATION OF CLASSES
SPECIFIC HEALTH REQUIREMENTS – BOVINE • No person will be permitted in the ring while stock is being judged
• All eligible animals 10 months or older must have been except the judge and necessary attendant. Any person interfering
vaccinated against Brucellosis. It is strongly recommended that with the judges during their adjudication will forfeit the right to
cattle be vaccinated within the last three months against premiums. All officers are required, and exhibitors requested to
respiratory diseases. report any violation of this rule to Fair management.• All agricultural products will be judged by a scorecard system • Smoking is prohibited in all fairground buildings.
• Building/barn occupancy is prohibited, to exhibitors and the public,
STALL/PEN/CAGE OCCUPANCY between 11:00 pm and 5:00 am. Exceptions may be made by the
• The department Superintendent is solely responsible for department Superintendent in the case of animals under a
assignment of exhibit space within barns, except where otherwise veterinarian’s care.
noted. Completed entry form(s) must be submitted to • Sleeping overnight in any barn is not allowed (per Fire Marshal’s
Superintendent prior to assignment of space. Office).
• Under no circumstances will an animal, unless it is entered in a
livestock department, or authorized for exhibition, be allowed to VEHICLE TRAFFIC
occupy a stall or pen until all exhibition animals are • Traffic in the vicinity of show buildings and barns will move one
accommodated. After said animals have been provided for, should direction during times of entry and release.
there be any available stalls or pens; exhibitor may make
• Multi-Day parking tickets available in advance at the Fair Pass
application to Superintendent to occupy space.
Booth (bldg. #201).
DISPLAY OF LIVESTOCK
• All animals must remain un-blanketed from 10:00 am until 10:00 LIVESTOCK TRAILER PARKING
pm on each day of Fair. The only exception is the day the animals • There is FREE livestock trailer parking in DESIGNATED area
are groomed for judging, and judging day when they may be assigned by Fair.
blanketed prior to the show. Refer to department Superintendent • Livestock trailers used to haul animals during the current Fair
for further clarification. season are not allowed to park in RV parking areas.
LIVESTOCK EXHIBITION – CODE OF ETHICS HERDSMANSHIP
Believing it is in the best interest of all breeders of all livestock to • Exhibitors will be required to keep their spaces and stalls clean by
maintain a reputation of integrity and to continue to present a removing any trash, litter or soiled bedding, and placing it in a
wholesome and progressive image in the show ring, management lists designated area.
herewith those practices which are considered unethical in the showing • Exhibitor is responsible for supplying all tools associated with
of livestock at the Evergreen State Fair. Herdsmanship including but not limited to wheelbarrow, shovel and
1. Misrepresenting the age of the animal for the class in which it is pitchfork.
shown.
• All animals and stalls must be presentable to the public during
2. Treating or massaging any part of the body internally or externally
public hours (10:00 am – 10:00 pm daily).
with an irritant, counter-irritant, or other substance to temporarily
straighten a weak back or loin, or to produce unnatural animation. FEED & BEDDING
3. Minimizing the effects of cramping by feeding or injecting drugs, • Exhibitor is required to provide all feed for livestock and animals on
depressants or applying packs or using any artificial contrivance or exhibit. Feed must be stored in rodent proof container.
therapeutic treatment exempting normal exercise. • In most cases feeders and watering items are provided by Fair.
4. Striking the animal to cause swelling in a depressed area. Verify availability with department Superintendent.
5. Surgery of any kind performed to change the natural process or • Bedding resources are getting difficult to obtain; the Fair
growth, maturation, contour or appearance of any animal, to Management will notify you of new Policy & Procedures for
include teeth. Not included is removal of teats or horns, clipping bedding.
and dressing of hair and trimming of hooves.
6. Insertion of foreign material under the skin. VETERINARIAN-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP
7. Any attempt to change natural color of an animal, either purebred • Twice daily, fair veterinarian will make on- site service calls to
or crossbred, by changing the color or adding false hair, fleece or respond to animals listed on the “Vet Check List”.
skin at any point, spot or area of the animal’s body. • Any expenses incurred in regard to the examination and/or
8. The use of alcoholic beverages in the feed or administered as a treatment of any animal exhibited at the Evergreen State Fair will
drench. be the sole responsibility of the owner of said animal.
9. Administration of drugs of any kind or description, internally or
externally prior to entering the show ring, except for treating a TIME OF CLASSES/SHOWS
recognized disease or injury and for the tranquilizing of bulls that • In as much as possible, the schedule set forth in the individual
may otherwise be dangerous to females in heat. departments will be followed. Fair management reserves the right
10. Balancing the udder by any abnormal means including the use of a to alter or cancel schedules as is required by circumstances.
mechanical contrivance or the injection of fluid or drugs.
11. Treating or massaging the udder or its attachments with an irritant RELEASE OF LIVESTOCK & LIVESTOCK BARN BUILDING
or counterirritant. The use of common products such as fly spray, EXHIBITS
ointment or liniment in excess to the extent that irritation is included • Exhibitor may remove livestock and exhibits in livestock barn
as an irritant unless required to reduce edema at time of calving. building only at the times set forth in the individual department
For the purpose of these rules/code of ethics, the term “drug” shall schedule. Removal or withdrawal of livestock or livestock exhibits
mean any substance, the sole possession or use of which is controlled prior to release time will cause forfeiture of premiums and awards
by license under federal, state or local laws or regulations and by any won in any department of the fair unless approved by Department
substance commonly used by the medical or veterinary professions. Superintendent and Superintendent Coordinator.
The use of any chemical and/or compound that is not approved by the
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in meat producing ANIMAL ACTIVIST ALERT
animals, and the illegal use of approved chemicals and or compounds • At all times exhibitor shall be aware of suspicious activity such as,
are prohibited. All animals shall be subject to tests (blood, urine and/or out of the ordinary photographing of animals or questioning of a
tissue) for foreign substances that exceed the acceptable levels suspicious nature.
established by the United States Department of Agriculture, or the • In the event of potential animal activist activities, the following
FDA. A positive test may result in disqualification, forfeiture of actions should be taken:
premiums and/or awards. 1) Exhibitor contact department Superintendent or another
department official.
BARN OCCUPANCY 2) Exhibitor and attendants remain calm and conduct business
• All decorative materials must be fire retardant. Official ESF 4H as usual. Remember, the activist’s goal is to draw attention
stall card must be displayed in decorating theme. and cause a disruption.
• Electrical equipment and appliances used by exhibitors shall be • Fair and its users are protected under Public Law 102-346 passed
properly shielded, grounded if necessary, for safe operation; and August 26, 1992 by US 102nd Congress, Refer to Animal Enterprise
all electrical cords shall be in good condition, without breaks in Protection Act of 1992 – Section 43.
insulation. All electrical plugs shall be the responsibility of the user,
but Fair may inspect at any time all electrical equipment and may UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD EXHIBITOR SUBMIT TO
impound, for the duration of the Fair, any equipment considered INTERACTION WITH THE ACTIVIST
unsafe. Your cooperation is appreciated!MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
4-H AWARDS
A shared understanding between WSU Extension (4-H) and JUDGING CONTESTS
Agricultural Education, Washington FFA Association, exists to foster
expanded participation and opportunities. The Evergreen State Sponsor: Evergreen State Fair
Fairgrounds supports and encourages both programs by adhering to Award: Premiums (Entry information and codes are listed in
the principles established as a code of ethics for participation. For individual departments)
your information, the following are Fair related components taken from
the Memorandum of Understanding. Description: Eligibility based on current enrollment in an approved 4-H
program and club. Judging contests showcase members’
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING knowledge in the respective areas.
Between Judging contests divided into the following categories:
AGRICULTURE EDUCATION *Cloverbuds Five (5) through seven (7) years of age on Oct 1st
WASHINGTON FFA ASSOCIATION Junior Eight (8) through 10 years of age
And Intermediate Eleven (11) through thirteen (13)
WSU EXTENSION Senior Fourteen (14) through Eighteen (18)
4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Concerning *refer to individual departments for special conditions – Cloverbuds
4-H & FFA PROGRAM OPERATION IN WASHINGTON STATE awarded for participation only. No competition.
Agriculture Education/FFA and the 4-H youth development programs in
the state of Washington are carried on for the purpose of promoting the LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST AWARDS
maximum development of the members participating in these activities.
We recommend that the following principles be considered a “code of Sponsor: WSU Snohomish County Extension
ethics” for carrying on the two programs: Award: Trophy to highest scoring individual senior
Trophy to highest scoring individual intermediate
1. Agriculture Education teachers should encourage students to enroll Trophy to highest scoring individual junior
and continue in the 4-H program.
Schedule: Thursday, August 26 at 10am
2. County extension agents and adult volunteer leaders should
encourage members to enroll in agriculture education classes
available to them in their local secondary schools and to become LIVESTOCK JUDGING ORAL REASONS AWARD
members of the Washington FFA Association.
3. A member may participate in all judging or bowl division activities in Sponsor: Evergreen State Fair
FFA and 4-H, unless contests are held simultaneous, then the Award: Trophies
member must choose.
Description: Encourage members to become more efficient and
4. Members simultaneously enrolled in 4-H and FFA must carry capable in giving reasons as a part of livestock judging.
separate and distinct projects or animals during the same calendar Trophies awarded in senior, junior, and intermediate
year. The program year is defined as October 1 to September 30. divisions.
Both organizations desire to help in the education of youth.
Involvement in both programs should result in doubling of the
educational impact on the individual.
OUTSTANDING EXHIBITOR AWARD
5. No member will be permitted to exhibit the same product or
individual animal in both FFA and 4-H divisions. Inventory record Award: 1st Place: $100 Cash Award & Plaque sponsored by Monroe
proof of projects must accompany article/animal at time of entry at Co-Op
exhibit/fair event. 2nd Place: $50 Cash Award sponsored by Monroe Co-Op
6. Publicity should reflect the contributions of each organization,
Description:
giving the full story with respect to the contribution of both
Awarded to an outstanding senior age 4-H exhibitor who
organizations when a joint contribution has been made in the
submits an application, exhibits at the current year Evergreen
development of the individual and their projects.
State Fair and provides year-round leadership and community
7. For the benefit of both organizations (4-H and FFA) separate service. Award based on application and
division should be provided in all fairs in the state to eliminate interview. Applications are available from and should be
competition between the members of the two organizations. mailed to: WSU Snohomish County Extension Office, 600
Champions representing the two organizations will not be brought 128th Street SE, Everett, WA 98208, ATTN.: Outstanding
together in competition. However, when the situation in the Exhibitor. Or emailed snoco.4h@wsu.edu
community or a particular fair or youth show indicates that
creations of a youth division (without 4-H and FFA identification) Application Deadline – On or before August 1 to WSU Snohomish Co.
would be desirable, a single division may be organized with the Extension Office
agreement of the local agriculture teacher and FFA advisor, the
county extension agents and show management, and with the Award Interviews: Monday, August 23rd Virtual
concurrence of the state leaders in 4-H and FFA. Local
fairs/shows may set up special rules and regulations for the Award Announced: Thursday, August 26th during the 4-H Award
management of that event; however, they must be in accordance Ceremony.
with Memorandum of Understanding.
It is recommended that district or county meetings be held with agents
and vocational agriculture and natural resources teachers periodically
to discuss their roles and to determine local application. Frequent
contact between the agents and teachers for mutual support and
planning of leadership development programs are encouraged.ROUND ROBIN CONTESTS
Sponsor: Evergreen State Fair 4-H CLUB BANNER CONTEST
Award: One trophy each in the small, medium and large animal
contests SPONSOR: Evergreen State Fair
Description: Competition between top senior showmen from 4-H
small, medium and large animal departments. AWARD: Danish Ribbons & Special Award Rosettes
Contestant may be from other Counties and may receive
the trophy once in a lifetime. ENTRY
Small Animals: rabbits, cavies, poultry, pigeons, waterfowl, cats • Banner must be turned into Creative Arts Superintendent
Medium Animals: sheep, dairy goats, pygmy goats, fiber goats, • Aug. 21, 2021 – 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
dogs, alpacas • Late banners will receive ribbons only.
Large Animals: dairy cattle, beef cattle, swine, horses, llamas • Awards are made to first year banners only.
• Enter into ShoWorks
SCHEDULE: • Class Code is 2XX006. (Club entry)
Small: Monday, Aug. 30 at 2:30pm in Event Center #604 • POINTS ALLOWED: Blue – 100 Red – 50 White – 25
Medium: Monday, August 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Judging Arena • Enter Club Name and Leader’s name and address where premium
#606E check is to be mailed.
Large: Monday, August 30 at 8:00 p.m. in the Judging Arena • In column “Description of article” enter 4-H Club Banner Contest.
#606E • Note if banner will be hung in barn other than the 4-H Building or if
it will be needed for parade.
VELMA STRAND TROPHY • Questions, Contact:
Sponsor: WSU Snohomish County Extension Candy Hawkinson at (360) 793-5445 or email
Award: Trophy hawkincl@yahoo.com
Description: Presented to winner of Large Animal Round Robin.
Winner limited to trophy award once in a lifetime. CRITERIA
• A permanent cloth (any fabric) banner, approximately 3 feet by 5
feet, suspended from doweling that extends beyond the banner
fabric. May be single or double sided. Design may be stitched or
SHIRLEY PARK TROPHY glued; be sure appropriate moisture-proof glue is used.
Sponsor: WSU Snohomish County Extension
Award: Trophy DESCRIPTION
Description: Presented to winner of Medium Animal Round Robin. • Banners must come with doweling that extends beyond banner
Winner limited to trophy award once in a lifetime. fabric if they will hang in the 4-H Building. Encourage
cohesiveness of club members in planning, creating and
assembling a representative club banner. Banners shall follow
design principles and be pleasing to the eye.
JUDGING
• Superintendents and judges reserve the right to reject and not
display entries that do not meet the criteria or are deemed
inappropriate.
RELEASE TIME
• Banners are to be picked up on Tuesday, September 07 between
noon and 7:00 pmDEPARTMENT J - DOGS EXHIBITOR IS OBLIGATED TO READ AND FOLLOW ALL RULES
AND REGULATIONS IN THE FRONT OF THIS BOOK
Ruth Avila, 4-H Superintendent, (425) 308-3356
E-mail: deavilabel@gmail.com Alert – Fireworks display will be on Thursday, August 26; 9pm –
Jenny Anderson, 4-H Assistant Superintendent, (425) 328-6066 9:05pm, Friday August 27; 9pm – 9:10pm and on Sunday,
E-mail: anderson7028@comcast.net September 05 following the auto races. Please take the necessary
steps to ensure the safety of your animal.
Enter On-Line at: http://egreen.fairwire.com
Fairgrounds website: www.evergreenfair.org DEPARTMENT RULES: If you enter a day, plan to be there the
Entries Close on 08/01/21 whole day, unless permission is granted from the superintendent.
Department Schedule: (Subject to change)
DAY DATE TIME ACTIVITY Map# ELIGIBILITY
Sat. 08/14/21 9a-2p Barn Set Up Rings and Benches 1. Entries are open to Snohomish County 4-H members enrolled in a
Sat. 08/21/21 10am Entry Day: 600 dog project by June 1st of the current year
Informational Displays 2. Signed documents turned in to the Superintendent
Photography & Shop Projects 3. Signed medical release form,
1pm Entries Close no late drop-offs • Official 4-H Rabies Certificate
08/26 thru 09/06 10am Arrival and Set up • Dog barn rules
10:45am Daily Announcements/4-H Pledge • Dog and member evaluations completed.by the leader.
5-6pm Daily Dinner Break 4. Cloverbuds are eligible for a 10 premium points participation
ribbon only.
Thurs. 8/26/21 11am Showmanship Practice 600 VETERINARY
4pm Costume Parade / Trick Show 600 5. It is mandatory that all dogs be vaccinated against rabies.
5pm Dinner hr 6. Copies of the official 4-H Rabies Certificate signed by a
7pm 4-H Awards Stage veterinarian must be on file prior to the fair.
8pm Barn closes (fireworks) 7. Dogs will be checked daily for fleas. Infested dogs will be
excused from the dog area until the situation is remedied.
Fri. 08/27/21 11am Showmanship Contest Day 600 8. Puppies must be at least 16 weeks old to attend Fair.
4pm Costume Parade / Trick Show 600
6pm Conformation Mixed Breed 600 ENTRY
8pm Barn closes (fireworks) 9. Dogs must be pre-entered in ShoWorks by Aug 1st.
10. Follow all the guidelines in ShoWorks for entries including
Sat. 08/28/21 11am Showmanship Contest Day 600 the Dog information page.
3pm Showmanship Run-Offs 600 11. All classes to be entered in ShoWorks
5pm Dinner hr. 12. Showmanship, Obedience, and Agility may be entered more
than 1 day.
Sun. 08/29/21 11am Agility Practice Fun Day 600 13. Contact Jenny Anderson at anderson7028@comcast.net for
4pm Costume Parade / Trick Show 600 “Dog Program Registration” questions or instructions.
5pm Dinner hr.
6pm Agility Course Test (ACT) 600 SHOWING/JUDGING
14. The Danish System is used for awards, except for
Mon. 08/30/21 11am Agility Contest Day 600 Cloverbuds.
4pm Costume Parade / Trick Show 600 15. Each dog must be shown in Showmanship AND Obedience.
5pm Dinner hr. 16. Two dogs may be entered in a Class but should be shown
7pm Medium Animal Round Robin 606 on separate days if possible.
17. Dogs are not required to move up in obedience classes this
Tues. 08/31/21 11am Agility Contest Day 600 year but may with leader’s approval.
4pm Costume Parade / Trick Show 600 18. Exhibitors may cross-enter a same dog in Open or Graduate
5pm Dinner hr. open.
19. Dogs who have won a blue ribbon in the past in Veterans (7
Wed 9/1/21 CLOSED years and up) or Utility class may continue to show in those classes.
20. Bitches in heat may compete in obedience off-site but are
Thur. 09/02/21 11am Rally & Obedience Practice Fun Day 600 not allowed in barn or ring.
3pm Judging Workshop Day 600
5pm Dinner hr.
• They may compete for Obedience Champion or Reserve in
Run-Offs on the basis of score only.
Fri. 09/03/21 11am Rally Contest Day 600 • Contact the Superintendent to request permission to use
3pm Conformation Purebred / Champion 600 another dog in Showmanship.
4pm Costume Parade / Trick Show 600
5pm Dinner hr. BARN and GROUND REGULATIONS
21. Violators of dog project rules may have premiums withheld
Sat. 09/04/21 11am Obedience Contest Day 600 and/or excluded from showing at the discretion of the club leader and
3pm Dog Bowl 600 Dog Superintendent.
5pm Dinner hr. 22. Dog exhibits are not allowed out of the general vicinity of the
6pm Obedience Handling Contest 600 designated dog area and show rings. Exceptions made with
Superintendent Approval only.
Sun. 09/05/21 11am Obedience Contest Day 600 23. Dogs may not be walked through ANY other barn on the
3pm Tricks & CGC 600 fairgrounds.
4pm Costume Parade / Trick Show 600 24. No dogs in Rabbit/Poultry or Cavy areas of bldg. Use
5pm Dinner hr. North or West doors.
6pm Obedience Run-Offs 600 25. Dogs are NOT permitted in the bleacher area.
26. Exhibit identification is required on all 4-H exhibit dogs
Mon. 09/06/21 11am All Ribbon Day 600 entering the fairgrounds. Obtain collar zip tie from leader or
11am Adult/Alumni Contest Day 600 Superintendent and attach it daily to dog’s collar prior to entering
4pm Leaders debrief 600 fairgrounds.
6pm Release of Dogs 600 27. All members to be benched per the time requirements. 10
am to release time per day’s events28. Feed, tack, and clothing must be stored in secure Boots, shoes, or tennis shoes required, a flat non-skid sole is preferred
containers. Personal valuables should be kept locked in secure for safety and traction; no sandals, open-toe or open-heel shoes
containers. allowed. Trench coats and other distracting, oversized clothing is not
29. Members are responsible for the care and behavior of their allowed.
own dogs.
30. Exhibitors will scoop all their own dogs’ waste while on the For 4-H Dog Events:
fairgrounds. The Fairgrounds includes all parking areas, driveways,
pedestrian walkways, show rings, and barns. Attire must meet the standards for “All 4-H Events” as stated above.
31. Gentle leaders, pinch or spike collars are prohibited on a 4-H
exhibit dog while on the grounds. Flat shoes such as tennis shoes or dress shoes, or dress
boots/western boots.
Benching Area
32. Space assigned by the Superintendent. Long hair should be tied back, worn in a braid or ponytail, or with a
33. Dogs must be fastened by a 3-foot chain on the bench or headband or clips to keep it out of the member’s face. Hats and Hoods
crated. are not allowed, unless pre-approved by the Dog Program Leader
34. Adult supervision is required in the benching area. and/or Dog Superintendent.
35. No unauthorized persons in rings or benching areas.
36. Exhibitors, leaders, dogs and other adults are prohibited Showmanship and Conformation Classes:
access to the barn between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am daily.
37. Food and beverages are not permitted in the benching area. 4-H members may wear dress pants, skirts or dresses and shirts or
38. The official ESF stall card must be displayed. blouses. Tie, jacket or suit are optional.
Ring Area Obedience and Obedience Rally Classes:
39. Ask the Superintendent for permission to use the rings when
not in use. 4-H Members may wear dress shirt, polo shirt, long-sleeved shirt, or
40. Obedience practice in the show ring with jumps is restricted plain t-shirt; jeans or slacks with no holes. Showmanship attire should
to graduate novice or above and jumps must be returned to storage be worn if pants without holes are not available.
when not in use.
Agility Classes:
EXHIBITOR CONDUCT
41. All persons exhibiting animals must participate in 4-H Members may wear dress shirt, polo shirt, long-sleeved shirt, or
Herdsmanship. plain t-shirt; jeans or slacks with no holes, no shorts shorter than 2”
• Refer to the Herdsmanship scorecard in the 4-H Awards above the knee.
section in front of this book.
Ring Stewarding:
• 4-H program parents and leaders may direct but not
participate in the care, grooming or cleaning of animals or
Outfits are to match the class that is being judged in the ring at that
pens.
time.
42. Non-performance of Herdsmanship duties jeopardizes
awarding of points and/or premiums.
Herdsmanship:
43. Any exhibitor or adult displaying unacceptable conduct (i.e.
profane language, abusive treatment) may be dismissed and
4-H members must meet the standards for “All 4-H Events” as stated
jeopardize awarding of points/premiums, at the discretion of
above and may also wear club shirts, shorts if no shorter than 2” above
Superintendent and Fair management,
the knee.
44. The Judges’ decision is final! Parents and leaders may
not approach the judges to discuss judging results; but 4-H
members are encouraged to ask the judge for clarification on
judging results or constructive criticism. SHOWMANSHIP
45. Dress Codes will be enforced. If members/adults are not POINTS ALLOWED: Blue – 50 Red – 40 White – 30 Cloverbuds- 10
following the dress code as outlined in the Dog Fair Rules, they will be • The Overall Grand Champion in Showmanship may not compete
asked to change or will be dismissed until they are wearing appropriate on All Ribbon Day in the same year as winning the Overall
attire. Members will also follow the general Fair dress code. Grand Champion award.
DOG PROGRAM DRESS CODE
For ALL 4-H Events: 1. First Year: This class is for 1st year members
Presenting a bodily appearance or wearing clothing which is disruptive, 2. Pre-Specialty: For 2nd year and above members unless
provocative, revealing, profane, vulgar, offensive or obscene, or they have prior qualification for a higher class.
anything which could undermine the morale or endanger the health 3. Specialty: For members who have won Champion or
and safety of the youth or others is prohibited. Dressing appropriately Reserve Champion in Pre-Specialty class in prior years.
creates a sense of pride and belonging as well as reducing Specialty is also for members who have won a first place in
distractions. Members are asked to dress in a manner that an Open Show ((ie. AKC, UKC Etc) Junior Showmanship.
demonstrates respect for themselves and others. 4. Advanced Specialty: For members who have won
Champion or Reserve Champion in Specialty the prior year.
Upper body garments must cover the stomach and back completely. 5. Open: For members who qualify for Open classes in Open
Sleeveless tops should have a minimum 2” wide shoulder straps, and Show (ie. AKC, UKC etc) Junior Showmanship or have
tops should not scoop below the armpit exposing the trunk of the body placed in the Top 8 of an Advanced Specialty Run-off
or contain low-cut necklines that expose cleavage. Blouses with sheer Competition at the Washington State 4-H Fair. Or at the
fabric should be worn over a top that meets previously stated Leader’s discretion.
guidelines. Appropriate undergarments must always be worn and may
not be visible or show through tops or bottoms.
Lower body garments, including any slits, openings, cutouts or holes
must be no shorter than 2” above the knee, as measured from behind
the bend of the knee. Skintight items must be worn with an upper
garment that meets the 2” rule or expose no curvature of the lower
body when the arms are held straight out to the side. Sagging pants or
pants worn significantly below the waist are not allowed. If belts are
worn, they must be buckled.OBEDIENCE INDIVIDUAL AGILITY – General Info
POINTS ALLOWED: Blue–30 Red–20 White-10 Cloverbuds- 10 POINTS ALLOWED: Blue–30 Red–20 White-10 Cloverbuds- 10
1. Introductory Obedience: (For Cloverbuds and/or first year • All dogs must be 18 months or older to compete in all agility
members and young dogs). This beginning class does not classes except puppy.
qualify the member for State or high combined awards
2. Entry Level Obedience classes; Pre-Novice, Sub Novice and
• For complete class specifications and rules, see WA St 4H Agility
Guidelines
Beginning Novice classes.
Beginning Agility will be on-leash.
• All offered at State. Standard Agility is off leash only.
• All members first year and up are eligible. See score sheets Jumpers Agility is off leash only.
for exercises. • We offer Standard and Jumpers classes (State qualifying classes).
• Members may choose which class to enter. • Leader shall determine the class for which members are qualified
• When members earn 2 blue ribbons in any of these classes, to enter.
they must move up to Novice.
3. Novice: On-leash heel & figure 8, off-leash heel, stand for BEGINNING AGILITY- ON LEASH
exam, recall, 1-minute long sit, 3-minute long down.
All on-leash: table, tunnels, A-frame, bar jumps
4. Advanced Level Obedience: Graduate Novice,
Add to ShoWorks – height 4”; 8” or 12”
Advanced Novice and Pre-Open. See score sheets for
exercises.
1) Cloverbud for members 5-8 years of age.
• Same as Entry level, where members can enter any of the 3 2) Puppy; Introduction to obstacles--no jumping, all obstacles close to
classes. the ground, Open to dogs and puppies under 18 months
• Members can stay at this level until they win 2 blues in any 3) Beginning Agility: All on-leash, for first-time participants or dogs
of these Adv. classes, then they will move up to Open. with less than six training sessions of experience or dogs not ready for
5. Open: All off-leash; Heel, figure 8, drop-on-recall, retrieve on off-leash.
flat, retrieve over high jump, broad jump; 3-minute long sit, 5-
minute long down, both out of sight. High jump height is height- STANDARD AGILITY - OFF LEASH
at-withers rounded down to the nearest 2” increment; broad
1. Elementary: table, tunnels, A-frame, dog walk, bar jumps,
jump is double high jump height.
broad jump
6. Graduate Open or Pre-Utility: Members may choose which
2. Pre-Novice: timed; table, tunnels, A-frame, dog walk, bar
to enter. See score sheet for exercises.
jumps, broad jump, tire jump
7. Utility: See score sheet for exercises.
3. Novice: timed; table, tunnels, A-frame, dog walk, bar jumps,
8. Veterans Modified: For lame, blind, and old (ie. 7 years and
broad jump, tire jump, teeter, 6 weave poles.
up) dogs.
4. Open: similar to AKC Open Agility class.
• Approval of leader and superintendent required. 5. Excellent: similar to AKC Excellent Agility class.
• All off-leash (except blind dogs may heel on leash); Heel &
figure 8, drop-on-recall, 1-minute long stand, 1-minute long JUMPERS AGILITY – OFF LEASH
sit, 1-minute long down; choice of: moving stand &
Add Height to ShoWorks – 4’’; 8”; 12”; 16”; 20”; 24”
examination, directed retrieve, retrieve on flat, signal
1. Elementary: tunnels, wingless bar jumps, broad jump
exercise or scent discrimination.
2. Pre-Novice: tunnels, bar jumps, broad jump, tire jump
9. Versatility: See score sheet for exercises
3. Novice: timed; tunnels, bar jumps, broad jump, tire jump and 6
weave poles.
OBEDIENCE BRACE 4. Open: similar to AKC Open Agility JWW class.
POINTS ALLOWED: Blue– 30 Red–20 White-10 Cloverbuds-10 5. Excellent: similar to AKC Excellent Agility JWW class.
1. Obedience brace is two dogs, one handler. Handler does not
have to be the owner. RALLY OBEDIENCE
2. Dogs must be cross entered in Individual Obedience to POINTS ALLOWED: Blue–30 Red–20 White–10 Cloverbuds-10
qualify for entering Brace.
3. No cross-entries with the same dog in other braces. • Members may compete only once with each dog.
4. Class descriptions are the same as for Individual Obedience, • Leaders shall determine entry class level.
above. 1. Novice: Dogs start Rally Obedience in this class.
2. Intermediate: For dogs which have won Champion or
OBEDIENCE HANDLING Reserve in Novice Rally Obedience.
3. Advanced: For dogs who have won Champion or Reserve in
Handler and the dog complete the class as entered below. The scoring
Novice Rally Obedience.
is more focused on the handler and their errors vs. the dog’s errors.
4. Excellent: For dogs which have won Champion or Reserve in
1. Sub-Novice
Advanced Rally Obedience in prior years, or dogs who are
2. Novice
more experienced from competing in AKC Rally.
5. Masters: For dogs which have won a champion or Reserve in
CONFORMATION Excellent Rally Obedience.
POINTS ALLOWED: BLUE-10 RED-7 WHITE-5 Cloverbuds-10
• Dogs shown in Conformation must be a member's project dog SHOP PROJECT ITEMS: Crafts, Photos, Posters, etc.
and must also be shown in Obedience. 1. Open to all enrolled Dog Project Members, must be pre-
• Classes available. entered on ShoWorks.
1. Mixed breed: for crossbred dogs of multiple breeds or 2. All items in this category must be dog-related and be the
unknown heritage. Leader assigns the dog to a conformation member’s own work.
group according to the breed it most resembles (Herding 3. Shop Project items are due Sat. Aug. 21st at the dog Barn
Cross, Hound Cross, etc.). between 10:00am and 1:00pm.
2. Purebred: for known purebreds or dogs which appear to be 4. No late entries will be accepted.
purebred, at the judgment of the member and leader. 5. All projects must be complete and ready for judging (paint dry
3. Champion & Major-Pointed: for dogs which are AKC or UKC etc.)
Conformation Champions, or dogs which have at least one 3-
point major or higher in AKC or UKC Conformation.
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