4-H / FFA Events

General Rules

Black Walnut Baking Contest

Bucket Calf Show

Dairy Goat Show

Dog Show

Horse Show

Livestock Buyer's Dinner and Auction

Meat Goat Show

Open Dog Show

Rabbit and Poultry

Sheep Show

Shooting Sports Show

Steer Show

Swine Show

Vintage 4-H Show

Youth Arts

 

A. OVERALL RULES AND APPROPRIATE CONDUCT

1. All Boone County Junior Fair Exhibitors must be enrolled and a member in good standing in: a 4-H Livestock Project or an FFA SAE program in Boone County.
2. (New Rule for 2008) Show Me Quality Assurance Certification will be required for showing any species of livestock at the 2008 Boone County Fair.
3. Each exhibit shall be owned by the exhibitor and shall represent work accomplished with the 4-H or FFA project during the current year.
4. Believing it is in the best interest of all junior exhibitors to maintain a reputation of integrity and to present a wholesome and progressive image, the Boone County Fair sets forth the following regulation: 4-H and FFA members are expected to conduct themselves according to the best traditions of their respective organizations. Inappropriate conduct (such as alcohol and substance abuse, stealing, vandalism, and indiscreet behavior) will NOT be tolerated: all livestock premiums will be forfeited and the exhibitor will be disqualified from the Livestock Auction and/or the sale nullified.
5. Exhibitors must be at the Show and at the Livestock Sale, except for a medical emergency in the family or a conflicting 4-H or FFA event as permitted by the Livestock Auction Committee.
6. The Missouri State Fair On-Line Premium Guide will be the guidelines used by the Livestock Superintendents when making decisions regarding rules that are vague or not addressed in the Boone County Fair Book.
7. The appropriate Boone County Fair Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents will interpret rules and make final decisions concerning the Boone County Fair Livestock Shows.
8. Stall assignments will be posted in the barns and in the Livestock Office. It is very important to check stall assignments prior to unloading.
9. Parents are responsible for the actions of their children.

B. ENTRIES

10. All exhibitors shall complete a livestock entry form listing all animals. Entry fees are listed on the livestock entry form for each animal division. All Exhibitors except Horse and Dog exhibitors must purchase an exhibitor pass.
11. Entries will be considered late if all payments and forms are not received in the Boone County Extension office by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, June 17, 2008. Entries that are not completely filled out or do not include the correct fee payment will NOT be accepted. Make checks payable to: “Senior 4-H Council”.
12. Pre-entry or weigh-in forms turned in prior to the fair do NOT substitute for the required Livestock Entry Form due on Tuesday, June 17, 2008.
13. All Livestock Entry Forms must be SIGNED by the FFA Advisor or 4-H Club Leader (as appropriate) to verify that the member is in good standing.
14. Exhibitors must declare at weigh-in or pre-entry if they will be showing the species in 4-H or FFA. An exhibitor may show one species in 4-H and another species in FFA, but is NOT allowed to show multiple animals of one species in both 4-H and FFA.
15. Animal identification is required on the Livestock Entry Form. Substitutions must be approved by the appropriate show superintendents.

C. HOME RAISED CLASSES

16. HOME RAISED FOR ALL BOONE COUNTY LIVESTOCK PROJECTS IS DEFINED AS: any animal whose dam is owned by the exhibitor or a member of the immediate family (father, mother, brother, sister, or legal guardian only), at the time of birth, and is born on the local property that is owned or managed by the immediate family of the exhibitor. The animal must be cared for from birth to exhibition by the exhibitor on the local property. The dam does not have to be owned by the exhibitor/family at the time of breeding. (Adopted 1/18/06 by the Boone Co. Livestock Committee.)
17. Exhibitors may only have one animal in the home raised class per species.

D. ANIMAL HEALTH REGULATIONS

18. All Junior livestock exhibitors must abide by current health regulations of the Missouri Department of Agriculture. At the time of printing the following is the current set of guidelines for Missouri Animal Health Requirements for Exhibition.
19. Cattle: in Missouri moving for exhibition only in Missouri, No certificate of veterinary inspection is required.
20. Swine: in Missouri moving for exhibition only in Missouri, No certificate of veterinary inspection is required.
21. Sheep: In accordance with the 2007 Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri State Fair health guidelines, all sheep (including whethers) must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate) to be eligible to show. This health certificate must have been written within 30 days of exhibition. All sheep must also be identified either by ear tag, electronic implant, or tattoo.
22. Goats: In accordance with the 2007 Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri State Fair health guidelines, all goats (including whethers) must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate) to be eligible to show. This health certificate must have been written within 30 days of exhibition. All goats must also be identified either by ear tag, electronic implant, or tattoo.
23. Poultry: Must have no signs of contagious or infectious disease. Poultry must have a VS Form 9-2 (or similar certificate) showing a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within the past 90 days to exhibition, or originate from a flock approved by the NPIP. Waterfowl are exempt from this testing requirement. A representative from the Missouri Department of Agriculture shall have access to this event and may inspect or test poultry as considered necessary.

E. JUNIOR LIVESTOCK AUCTION

24. All Exhibitors selling livestock in the Livestock Auction are required to attend the sale meeting on Saturday, July 26, 2008 @ 11:00 am.
25. Exhibitors may only sell two animals (one per specie) in the Livestock Auction. If an Exhibitor has more than two animals that have been awarded Grand and/or Reserve Champion Overall, the Exhibitor will be allowed to sell EACH animal that has been awarded Grand and/or Reserve Champion Overall.
26. Exhibitors must declare their intended sale animal(s) at the Fair Weigh-in in July.
27. All animals in the Livestock Auction must have received a Blue or Red ribbon in the on foot show.
28. Animals offered for sale in the Livestock Auction must meet the following minimum weight requirements: a. Steers –1,000 pounds b. Swine –230 pounds c. Lambs – 100 pounds d. Meat Goats – 75 pounds
29. The top two meat rabbits will be allowed to sell in the Junior Livestock Auction Sale.
30. The top two meat chickens (broilers) will be allowed to sell in the Junior Livestock Auction Sale.
31. Once an animal has been offered for sale or is sold, it will not be allowed to be shown at the Missouri State Fair. An exception will be made only if a premium sale is held locally, or if a Missouri State Fair Advance Sales Agreement is signed by all parties, exhibitor and buyer(s). Missouri State Fair Advance Sales Agreements are the responsibility of each Exhibitor.
32. Livestock Auction Committee will determine final sale order of livestock.
33. Livestock offered for sale in the Livestock Auction will NOT be released until the conclusion of the entire sale on Friday evening.
34. (New Rule for 2008) Settlement will be made 30 days following the Boone County Fair Livestock Auction pending payment by the buyer.
35. (New Rule for 2008) All sales are final at price offered. Failure to comply will result in loss of opportunity to participate in any future auctions with any species at the Boone County Fair.

F. SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES

 

Showmanship is for Exhibitors representing Boone County only. The following Exhibitor ages (as of Jan. 1, 2008) will be used to determine placement in all Boone County Fair Showmanship competitions:

Showmanship 8-11

Showmanship 12-15

Showmanship 16 and over

 

G. HERDSMANSHIP AWARDS

 

Herdsmanship Awards will be given in the Goat, Swine, Sheep, and Steer barns to the top three 4-H Clubs and/or FFA Chapters with the highest scores based on the following:

1. Cleanliness of alleys and stall: Bedding must be adequate, dry, clean, and in place. Cattle should be securely tied with 18-20 inches lead. Feed pans should be in front of the animals only at feeding time. Manure must be removed and deposited in a proper place. Alleys should be swept clean and free of dust and straw.
2. Arrangement of Exhibit: Hay and straw arranged neat and orderly. Feed pans and miscellaneous gear arranged in an orderly and uniform manner.
3. Appearance of livestock: Animals cleaned and brushed.
4. Stall Cards: Uniform, readable from alley, clean, and complete.
5. Exhibit Attendants: Courtesy toward fellow Exhibitors and others in the barn, at the wash rack, show ring, etc. At least one attendant will be present between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Promptness on entering the show ring.

 

 

Black Walnut Baking Contest

Sponsored by Hammons Products Company, Stockton, Missouri

 

• 1) All current Boone County 4-H members are eligible to enter this special contest.
• 2) Only one entry per member in each class.
• 3) Black Walnut Contest entries are not eligible for the 4-H Youth Arts contest or Boone County Fair premiums.
• 4) Entries will be accepted during the regular Youth Arts check-in beginning 5:30 pm on Thursday, July 17, 2008.
• 5) Classes should be listed on the Exhibitor Tag as follows:
  Class # CWC: American Black Walnut Cake (Exhibitor’s choice to exhibit whole or half cake.)
• Class # CWM: American Black Walnut Muffins (5 muffins - may be any variety such as bran, blueberry, apple, etc. so long as they contain American Black Walnuts).
• 
  6) Each recipe must use at least ¼ cup American Black Walnuts.
• 7) Each exhibit must be accompanied by the recipe typed on 8 ½” x 11” paper. All recipes become the property of Hammons Products Company and Boone County 4-H.
• 8) The exhibitor, by entering, allows Hammons Products Company and/or Boone County 4-H to use the recipe for future publications and promotions.
• 9) All decisions of the judge(s) are final.
• 10) In each class, Hammons Products Company will award prize money as follows:
• a. First Place: $20
• b. Second Place: $10

 

 

Bucket Calf Show

The 4-H Bucket Calf Show begins at approximately 1 pm on Sunday, July 20, 2008.

1. Exhibitors must be enrolled in 4-H Project #135.
2. Calf must be born after March 1 and be at least 90 days old when shown (State 4-H Rules).
3. Calf must be owned and hand fed by project member.
4. Calf may be any breed or sex (heifer, steer, or bull).
5. Calf is not eligible to be shown in other classes.
6. Calf should be broke to lead.
7. Criteria for judging: 25% Showmanship 25% Condition, health and grooming of calf 50% Knowledge gained (judge will talk with exhibitor) breed, feeding practices, etc.
8. Only one entry per exhibitor.
9. All bucket calves will be stalled in a location determined by the Superintendent for safety.
10. For additional information contact: Justin Rapp: 573-356-1114

 

 

Dairy Goat Show

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Pen Set Up:	Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 pm.
Arrival Time:	Monday, July 21 between 8:00 and 10:00 am. NO arrivals before 8:00 am. Must be in place by Monday, July 21 at 10:00 am.
Required Exhibitor Meetings:	Monday, July 21 at 11:00 am. Friday, July 25 at 9:30 am.
Pee Wee Showmanship :	Monday, July 21 at 6:20 pm.
Show:	Monday, July 21 @ 4:00 pm, Dairy Goat Showmanship, Dairy Goat Show, then Meat Goat Show at 6:30 pm.
Milking Demos:	Wednesday, July 23 at the sheep Barn and Children's Barnyard. Thursday, July 24 at the Sheep Barn and Children's Barnyard.
Release Time:	Thursday, July 24 at 9:00 pm for Grand and Reserve Champions. All others after the Meat Goat Show.
Superintendent:	Mary Ellen Kerr Phone: 573-446-9129

 

Meat Goat Show Rules:

• All goats must be owned and under the care of the 4-H/FFA member who is a Boone County resident by May 15, 2008. All exhibitors must complete the required Show Me Quality Assurance (SMQA) training for their age in order to be eligible to show.
• Entries are limited to two goats per class per exhibitor. Exhibitors may enter one animal only in the Home-Raised category. Please see General Rules for details.
• No arrivals before 8:00 am. Animals must be in place by 10 am
• All dairy breeds will show together, registered or unregistered. Kinders used for dairy purposes have their own classes. Kinder wethers show in the Meat Goat show. No percentage Boers allowed. It is preferable that dairy goats be disbudded, dehorned or polled.
• The base date for computing the age of the animal is July 21, 2008.
• All animals must be properly collared and restrained. All goats must be identified with ear tag, tattoo, microchip or hanging tag on collar.
• No milk out required, but the judge will discriminate against distended udders.
• Herdsmanship will be judged daily, on a club basis. Meat goat and Dairy goat herdsmanship are combined.
• Animals must be free of contagious diseases, visible lesions, abscesses, or warts. Goats may be removed for health risks by the show superintendent.
• Showmanship classes will be held for all dairy goat exhibitors. Animals should be show clipped. It is recommended that dairy goat exhibitors wear nice jeans or pants with a shirt that has a collar or white pants and white shirt with a collar. Long skirts are also acceptable. Pee Wee Showmanship is a non-4-H sponsored activity (open to Clover Kids and others) for children ages 4-7 years old. Suitable animals will be provided for these children to use..
• No bucks allowed.

 

Classes and Show Order

 

Showmanship Classes:

Pee Wee Fun Class This is a non-4-H sponsored activity (open to Clover Kids and others) for children ages 4-7 years old. Suitable animals will be provided for the children to use in this class.

Junior, 8-11 years old (4-H age)

Intermediate, 12-15 years old (4-H age)

Senior, 16 years and over (4-H age)

Pack Goat, all ages (packs must include at least 5% of goats body weight). Obstacle course will be provided. Wethers or does only. May be any breed of goat.

 

Large Breed Dairy Goats
Junior Does---animals under 2 years of age that have never freshened [come into milk].
G1---Doe kid, under 6 months of age.
G2---Doe kid, 6 months of age and under 1 year.
G3---Yearling Doe, under 2 years of age and never been in milk.
Junior Doe Reserve and Grand Champions.

Large Breed Dairy Goat
Senior Does---any doe that has freshened, should be in milk.
G4---Over 1 year, under 3 years of age. [1&2 years old]
G5---Over 3 years, under 5 years of age. [3&4 years old]
G6---5 years and over. [5 years and older]
Senior Doe Reserve and Grand Champions.
G7---Dam and Daughter.
G8---Produce of dam [2 does from same mother]

 

Pack Goats

G9---Pack Goat Obstacle Course Competition - animals must carry a pack with weight in it. May be any breed and any age of goat. May be a doe or a wether. No bucks allowed. Obstacle course will be provided.

 

Kinders
G9---Doe under 2 years, never had kids.
G10---Doe, over 1 year, has had kids.
Kinder Reserve and Grand Champions

Mini-Goats pygmy, nigerian dwarf and other miniature goat breeds.
G11---Doe under 2 years, never had kids.
G12---Doe over 1 year, has had kids.
Mini – Goat Reserve and Grand Champions.

G13--- Home Raised- All breeds and ages show together.  Limit one entry per exhibitor.

 

Companion Goats

G14--Companion Goat Class--- goats kept for companion purposes, not for breeding. May be does or wethers, no bucks. All breeds and ages show together. Animals in this class can not show in any of the breeding classes (listed above).

 

Fiber Goats - angora, cashmere breeds

G15---Fiber goat, under 2 years of age, doe or wether

G16---Fiber goat, over 2 years of age, doe or wether.

 

Best Doe In Show --– all grand and reserve champions compete for Best Doe in Show.

 

Home Raised - All breeds and ages show together. Limit one entry per exhibitor. See General Rules for details.

 

Pee Wee Fun Class - This is a non-4-H sponsored activity (open to Clover Kids and others) for children ages 4-7 years old. Suitable goats will be provided for the children to use in this class. Participation ribbons and goody bags will be awarded.

 

 

Dog Show

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Show:	Saturday, July 19 at 6:00 pm
Place:	Columbia Canine Sports Center, 4506 I-70 Dr. SE, Columbia, MO
Release Time:	Saturday, July 21st, following the show
Superintendant:	Julie Holle, (573) 445-6694 Gretchen and Sarah Carlisle 573-443-2555

Dog Show Rules:

• Rules listed in the general rules section in addition to following rules will apply to the dog show.

• Each entrant must be a member of good standing in a Boone County 4-H Dog Care Project or FFA SAE Dog Project. The dog must be trained by the exhibitor and only the exhibitor.

• The exhibitor shall have been in possession for training purposes of the dog by April 1, 2008.

• Ages for classes will be determined as the age of the entrant on January 1 of the current year.

• All vaccinations against rabies and distemper must be up to date on the day of the show. Bordatella vaccinations are recommended, but not required. Any violators will be disqualified.

• Health papers are required. The health certificate must show required tests, vaccinations, etc., and individual identification and description of animals. Health certificates are valid for thirty (30) days.

• Unruly/abusive behavior by any dog or 4-H/ FFA member may result in suspension from show by show chairman.

• Only one Obedience Class per dog.

• Only one Junior Showmanship class per person.

• A dog may be shown in Pre-novice I, one year; Pre-novice II, one year; Pre-novice III, one year; Novice class, two years; graduate novice, three years; and open and utility classes, no limit. Advancement in obedience classes is at the discretion of the project leader.

• A dog may not compete in any class lower than the one in which it has received a title or recognition of accomplishment granted by any sanctioning body. This is irrespective to the level of accomplishment of the handler.

• Bitches in season may be shown in Junior Showmanship and at the end of their obedience class, or ring schedule at the judges discretion.

• Obedience classes will be judged according to AKC rules.

• Only dogs exhibited are allowed at the show.

• Pinch/Prong collars, electric collars (dummy or not) are not permitted at 4-H Dog shows, this will include body or head harnesses. Acceptable collars are: flat buckle, rolled leather, Martingales and chain. A 6 foot lead is required for showing the dog in obedience. No flexi leads or chain leashes are allowed. A leather lead is preferred but not required.

 

Boone County 4-H / FFA Class Numbers

 

Obedience

D1 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 8-9-10 years

D2 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 11-12-13 years

D3 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 14 and over

D4 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 8-9-10 years

D5 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 11-12-13 years

D6 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 14 and over

D7 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 8-9-10 years

D8 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 11-12-13 years

D9 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 14 and over

D10 Novice (Member 14 & under)

D11 Novice (Member 15 & older)

D12 Graduate Novice

D13 Open

D14 Utility

D15 Rally Style Obedience Class – Beginning, 1st year member and/or 1st year dog

D16 Rally Style Obedience Class – Experienced member- on leash

D17 Rally Style Obedience Class – Experienced member – off leash

 

Other Classes

D18 Obstacle Course

D19 Dogs Favorite Trick Class

D20 Costume Class

D21 Novice Agility***

D22 Open Agility ****

 

Showmanship

D23 Junior Showmanship, 8-9-10 years, Novice*

D24 Junior Showmanship, 11-12 years, Novice*

D25 Junior Showmanship, 13 and over, Novice*

D26 Junior Showmanship, 9-10-11-12 years, Open**

D27 Junior Showmanship, 13-14 years, Open**

D28 Junior Showmanship, 15 years and over, Open**

 

*Novice: 4-H members competing in the Boone County Fair for the first year.

**Open: 4-H member who have competed one or more years in the Boone Co. Fair.

 

*** For safety reasons classes D19 & D20 will be limited to 4-H/FFA members and dogs that have had formal training in agility.

 

Obedience Class Descriptions

 

• Pre-Novice I (1st year member and 1st year dog):

  • Heel on leash and figure "8" on leash = 40 points;

  • Stand for examination on leash = 30 points;

  • Recall on leash = 30 points;

  • Long sit on leash (1minute) = 30 points;

  • Long down on leash (3 minutes) = 30 points;

• Pre-Novice II (experienced member with first or second year dog):

  • Heeling on leash and figure "8" on leash = 40 points;

  • Stand for examination on leash = 30 points;

  • Recall on leash = 30 points;

  • Long sit on leash (1 minute) = 30 points;

  • Long down on leash (3 minute) = 30 points;

• Pre-Novice III (experienced dog and handler):

  • Heeling with figure "8" on leash = 40 points;

  • Stand for examination off leash = 30 points;

  • Recall off leash (6 foot distance) = 30 points;

  • Long sit off leash (1 minute, 6 foot distance) = 30 points;

  • Long down off leash (3 minutes, 6 foot distance) = 30 points;

• Novice:

  • Heel on leash and figure "8" = 40 points;

  • Stand for examination off leash = 30 points;

  • Heel off leash = 40 points;

  • Recall off leash (across the ring) = 30 points;

  • Long sit off leash (1 minute, across the ring) = 30 points;

  • Long down off leash (3 minutes, across the ring) = 30 points;

• Graduate Novice:

  • Heel on leash = 30 points;

  • Stand for examination off leash = 30 points;

  • Heel free and figure "8" off lead = 40 points;

  • Drop on recall off lead = 40 points;

  • Long sit off lead (3 minutes, out of sight) = 30 points;

  • Long down off lead (5 minutes, out of sight) = 30 points;

• Open (off leash):

  • Heel free and figure "8" = 40 points;

  • Drop on recall = 30 points;

  • Retrieve on flat = 20 points;

  • Retrieve over high jump = 30 points, Broad jump = 20 points;

  • Long sit (3 minutes) out of sight = 30 points;

  • Long down (5 minutes) out of sight = 30 points;

• Utility (Off leash):

  • Signal exercise = 40 points;

  • Scent discrimination on leather = 30 points;

  • Scent discrimination on metal = 30 points;

  • Directed retrieve = 30 points;

  • Moving stand and examination = 30 points;

  • Directed jumping = 40 points;

Boone County 4-H / FFA Class Numbers

 

Obedience

D1 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 8-9-10 years

D2 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 11-12-13 years

D3 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 14 and over

D4 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 8-9-10 years

D5 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 11-12-13 years

D6 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 14 and over

D7 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 8-9-10 years

D8 Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 11-12-13 years

D9 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 14 and over

D10 Novice member 14 & under; Dogs trained in Novice Classes in 2006

D11 Novice member 15 & older; Dogs trained in Novice Classes in 2006

D12 Graduate Novice - Dogs trained in Novice Classes in 2006

D13 Open – Dogs trained in Open

D14 Utility – Dogs trained in Utility

D15 Rally Style Obedience Class – Beginning, 1st year member and/or 1st year dog

D16 Rally Style Obedience Class – Experienced member- on leash

 

Other Classes

D17 Obstacle Course

D18 Dogs Favorite Trick Class

D19 Novice Agility***

D20 Open Agility***

*** For safety reasons classes D19 & D20 will be limited to 4-H/FFA members and dogs that have had formal training in agility.

 

Showmanship Class Descriptions

 

Showmanship Class Descriptions Junior showmanship will be judged as follows:

• Handling skills: Control of the dog, proper gaiting, proper stacking, accentuating the dog’s good points, minimizing the dog’s faults and presentation of the dog = 70%.

• Knowledge of dog and dog care: Disqualifying faults of your breed, basic anatomy of dog, etc. = 10%.

• Poise of Exhibitor: Appearance/attire of handler, attention to judge, knowledge of ring procedure = 10%.

• Grooming of dog: Proper grooming for breed, toenails clipped, proper lead, etc. = 10%.

 

Junior Showmanship classes:

Novice – 4-H/ FFA members who have not competed in Junior Showmanship

Open – 4-H/FFA members who have competed in Junior Showmanship

 

 

Horse Show

Sunday, July 20, 2008, 9:30 am

 

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The following rules are set in addition to the 2008 Missouri State 4-H/FFA Horse Show Guidelines. These rules are to govern only the show sponsored by the Boone County 4-H/FFA Horse Show Committee. Rules governing the Fun Show Series, Regional and State events may be different and should be checked prior to the show.

1. Unborn foals must be registered on the dam’s enrollment form.
2. A youth who has enrolled only one horse may substitute an un-enrolled horse in the event of death of the horse with a written statement AND death certificate from a veterinarian.
3. A youth who has enrolled only one horse may substitute an un-enrolled horse in the event of lameness, injury, or illness of the horse with a written statement from a veterinarian.
4. Important: The Boone County Extension Center or Boone County Fair Horse Show Committee Chair must be notified within three 3 days of death, lameness, or injury of the horse.
5. If the member has more than one horse in the Horsemanship Project and the main horse used in the project is injured, or in the event of death, one of the other enrolled horses must be used.
6. All exhibitors must wear their number easily visible to the Judge. Numbers may be worn on the back or saddle pad. If numbers are on the saddle pad, two numbers must be worn.
7. An Exhibitor/Horse may show only once in each class. Exhibitors may show in an age group OR in 56” and under, but not in both. (No crossovers.)
8. Believing it is in the best interest of all junior exhibitors to maintain a reputation of integrity and to present a wholesome and progressive image, the Boone County Fair sets forth the following regulation: 4-H and FFA members are expected to conduct themselves according to the best traditions of their respective organizations. Inappropriate conduct (such as alcohol and substance abuse, stealing, vandalism, and indiscreet behavior) will NOT be tolerated.
Any violation on the part of an exhibitor, his/her family, or representative will result in dismissal of the exhibitor from showing in any further classes as deemed by the 2007 Horse Committee, Judge and/or Fair Board.
9. The use of tobacco by 4-H/FFA members is prohibited during and 4-H/FFA committee sponsored event. This includes preparation and/or set-up times. It will result in disqualification from showing in further classes.
10. Exhibitors are required to wear appropriate boots in all classes. In performance classes a buttoned long sleeve shirt with tail tucked into rider’s pants or other appropriate show attire must be worn. In game classes a short sleeve shirt meeting the above requirement may be worn. (No exposed sport bras, halter tops, tube tops, tank tops, or spaghetti straps may be worn in any class.) Exceptions to this rule may be announced on the show date at the discretion of the show committee. Long pants or jeans are required in all classes. Clothing must be clean, workmanlike and neat. A hat (for performance classes) or ASTM-SEI Equestrian approved helmet (for speed and game events) must be on the exhibitor’s head when he/she enters the arena. All game classes will be with a saddle.
11. Each 4-H Club / FFA Chapter must have an adult supervisor (parent, leader or advisor) on the grounds at all times.
12. Horses are only to be ridden in designated areas.
13. 4-H exhibitors must be between the ages of 8 through 18 as of January 1, 2007 and FFA members must meet the age rules for representing FFA.
14. Rules for flag, pole and barrel classes will come from the Boone County Horsemanship Committee Rule Book.
15. All decisions of the Judge are final.

 

Performance Classes

 

1. *SHOWMANSHIP	ANY BREED	14-20 YEARS
2. *SHOWMANSHIP	ANY BREED	11-13 YEARS
3. *SHOWMANSHIP	ANY BREED	8-10 YEARS
4. *SHOWMANSHIP	ANY BREED	WALK/TROT
5. *SHOWMANSHIP	ANY BREED	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
6. THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP	ANY BREED	ALL AGES
7. WESTERN PLEASURE	ANY BREED	14-20 YEARS
8. WESTERN PLEASURE	ANY BREED	11-13 YEARS
9. WESTERN PLEASURE	ANY BREED	8-10 YEARS
10. WESTERN PLEASURE	ANY BREED	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
11. WESTERN PLEASURE	ANY BREED	WALK/TROT
12. *WESTERN EQUITATION	ANY BREED	14-20 YEARS
13. *WESTERN EQUITATION	ANY BREED	11-13 YEARS
14. *WESTERN EQUITATION	ANY BREED	8-10 YEARS
15. *WESTERN EQUITATION	ANY BREED	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
16. *WESTERN EQUITATION	ANY BREED	WALK/TROT
17. GAITED PLEASURE	ANY BREED	ALL AGES
18. GAITED EQUITATION	ANY BREED	ALL AGES
19. HUNT SEAT PLEASURE	ANY BREED	14-20 YEARS
20. HUNT SEAT PLEASURE	ANY BREED	11-13 YEARS
21. HUNT SEAT PLEASURE	ANY BREED	8-10 YEARS
22. HUNT SEAT PLEASURE	ANY BREED	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
23. HUNT SEAT PLEASURE	ANY BREED	WALK/TROT
24. *HUNT SEAT EQUITATION	ANY BREED	14-20 YEARS
25. *HUNT SEAT EQUITATION	ANY BREED	11-13 YEARS
26. *HUNT SEAT EQUITATION	ANY BREED	8-10 YEARS
27. *HUNT SEAT EQUITATION	ANY BREED	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
28. *HUNT SEAT EQUITATION	ANY BREED	WALK/TROT
29. SADDLE SEAT PLEASURE	ANY BREED	ALL AGES
30. *SADDLE SEAT EQUITATION	ANY BREED	ALL AGES
31. SADDLE SEAT EQUITATION	ANY BREED	WALK/TROT
32. REINING AQHA RULES (pattern will be posted)	ANY BREED	14-20 YEARS
33. REINING AQHA RULES (pattern will be posted)	ANY BREED	11-13 YEARS
34. REINING AQHA RULES (pattern will be posted)	ANY BREED	8-10 YEARS
35. REINING AQHA RULES (pattern will be posted)	ANY BREED	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
36. COSTUME CLASS	ANY BREED	ALL AGES
37. *TRAIL CLASS	ANY BREED	WALK/TROT
38. *TRAIL CLASS	ANY BREED	8-10 YEARS
39. *TRAIL CLASS	ANY BREED	11-13 YEARS
40. *TRAIL CLASS	ANY BREED	14-20 YEARS
41. *TRAIL CLASS	ANY BREED	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER

 

Game Classes

Important: Riders must wear an APPROVED ASTM-SEI EQUITATION HELMET and use a Saddle in all Games Classes.

42. RIDE A BUCK	14 AND OVER
43. RIDE A BUCK	11-13 YEARS
44. RIDE A BUCK	8-10 YEARS
45. RIDE A BUCK	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
46. RIDE A BUCK	WALK/TROT
47. EGG AND SPOON	14 AND OVER
48. EGG AND SPOON	11-13 YEARS
49. EGG AND SPOON	8-10 YEARS
50. EGG AND SPOON	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
51. EGG AND SPOON	WALK/TROT
53. FLAG RACE	14 AND OVER
54. FLAG RACE	11-13 YEARS
55. FLAG RACE	8-10 YEARS
56. FLAG RACE	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
57. FLAG RACE	WALK/TROT
60. POLE BENDING	14 AND OVER
61. POLE BENDING	11-13 YEARS
62. POLE BENDING	8-10 YEARS
63. POLE BENDING	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
64. POLE BENDING	WALK/TROT
65. CLOVERLEAF BARREL RACE	14 AND OVER
66. CLOVERLEAF BARREL RACE	11-13 YEARS
67. CLOVERLEAF BARREL RACE	8-10 YEARS
68. CLOVERLEAF BARREL RACE	ALL AGES HORSES 56" AND UNDER
68. CLOVERLEAF BARREL RACE	WALK/TROT

 

The Judge(s) and Fair Horse Show Committee will be using the 2008 Boone County Fair 4-H/FFA Horse Show Rules to govern this show.

High point awards will be presented for the following categories:
Walk/Trout, 13 and under, and 14 and over

All Games Classes will be with saddle. The Horse Show Committee reserves the right to combine or split classes as they see necessary

 

 

Livestock Buyer's Dinner and Auction

Friday July 25

Junior Livestock Buyer’s Dinner

4:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room

followed by: Junior Livestock Auction

6:00 p.m. Show Palace

 

 

Meat Goat Show

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Pen Set Up:	Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 pm
Arrival Time:	Monday, July 21 between 8:00 and 10:00 am NO arrivals before 8:00 am Must be in place by Monday, July 21 at 10:00 am
Weigh-In:	Monday, July 21 at 10:00 am
Exhibitor Meetings:	Monday, July 21 at 2:00 pm Friday, July 25, 9:30 am, All Species Saturday, July 26, 11:00 am, Mandatory for Sale Exhibitors
Show:	Monday, July 21 at 6:30 pm (following the Dairy Goat Show)
Release Time:	Tuesday, July 21 following the show for non-sale animals Friday, July 25 after the completion of the sale for all sale animals
Superintendent:	Kim Nowlin Phone: 573-696-0702

Meat Goat Show Rules:

• Rules listed in the General Rules section in addition to following rules will apply to the Meat Goat Show.
• All market wethers must be owned and under the care of the Boone County 4-H/FFA member enrolled in the project by Friday, May 9, 2008.
• Market goats/breeding stock goats may be of any meat breed or crossbred, including kinder. Kinder wethers may be shown in the market class, but all kinder breeding stock will be shown in the Dairy Goat Show. See Dairy Goat Show Rules for kinder breeding stock classes.
• Bucks Allowed.
• Market class goats must attend a mandatory weigh-in and nose printing on Friday, May 9, at 5:30 pm. Males must be castrated prior to weigh-in. Wethers (castrated males only – no does) will be shown in market class.
• In accordance with Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri State Fair health guidelines, all goats (including wethers) must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate) to be eligible to show. This health certificate must have been written within 30 days of exhibition. All goats must also be identified either by ear tag, electronic implant, or tattoo.
• Goats in the market class must be born after July 30, 2007.
• Market goats must weigh a minimum of 75 pounds to be eligible to sell at the Junior Livestock Auction. No white ribbon animals will sell.
• All market goats must be ear tagged, tattooed, or wearing a hanging neck tag for identification.
• Slick shearing is required for market goats, prior to weigh in. No shearing required for the Friday, May 9 weigh-in.
• An exhibitor may show a total of two market goats. Only two entries per breeding stock classes.
• All goats will be checked before unloading. He/She will have the authority to have any animal deemed a health risk and removed from the fairgrounds. Goats may also be removed by the Meat Goat Chairperson, due to health risks.
• Herdsmanship will be daily by Club. Meat Goat and Dairy Goat Herdsmanship are combined.
• It is required that all exhibitors complete the necessary Show Me Quality Assurance training.
  
  

Market Goat Classes

M1 Market Goat (Will split in to 3 to 4 weight classes after weigh in) Market goats must be under one year of age.

Breeding Stock Classes (Females only)

D1 0 – Under 3 months

D2 3 months – under 6 months

D3 6 months – under 9 months

D4 9 months – under 12 months

D5 12 months – under 18 months

D6 18 months – 24 months

D7 24 months – 36 months

D8 36 months

Homeraised

 

Bucks

B1 0 – Under 3 months

B2 3 months – under 6 months

B3 6 months – under 9 months

B4 9 months – under 12 months

B5 12 months – under 18 months

B6 18 months – 24 months

B7 24 months – 36 months

B8 36 months

Homeraised

 

 

 

Open Dog Show

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Show:	Saturday, July 19 at 6:00 pm
Place:	Columbia Canine Sports Center, 4506 I-70 Dr. SE, Columbia, MO
Release Time:	Saturday, July 19, following the show
Superintendant:	Julie Holle, (573) 445-6694 Gretchen and Sarah Carlisle 573-443-2555

Dog Show Rules:

• Each entrant must be a member of good standing in a 4-H Dog Care Project or FFA SAE Dog Project.
• The dog must be trained by the exhibitor and only the exhibitor.
• The exhibitor shall have been in possession for training purposes of the dog by April 1, 2008.
• Ages for classes will be determined as the age of the entrant on January 1 of the current year.
• All vaccinations against rabies and distemper must be up to date on the day of the show. Bordatella vaccinations are recommended, but not required. Any violators will be disqualified.
• Health papers are required. The health certificate must show required tests, vaccinations, etc., and individual identification and description of animals. Health certificates are valid for thirty (30) days.
• Unruly/abusive behavior by any dog or 4-H/ FFA member may result in suspension from show by show chairman.
• Only one Obedience Class per dog (classes D1-D14).
• Only one Junior Showmanship class per person.
• A dog may not compete in any class lower than the one in which it has received a title or recognition of accomplishment granted by any sanctioning body. This is irrespective to the level of accomplishment of the handler.
• Bitches in season may be shown in Junior Showmanship and at the end of their obedience class, or ring schedule at the judge’s discretion.
• Obedience classes will be judged according to AKC rules.
• Only dogs exhibited are allowed at the show.
• Pinch/Prong collars, electric collars (dummy or not) are not permitted at 4-H Dog shows, this will include body or head harnesses. Acceptable collars are: flat buckle, rolled leather, Martingales and chain. A 6 foot lead is required for showing the dog in obedience. No flexi leads or chain leashes are allowed. A leather lead is preferred but not required.

 

Open 4-H / FFA Class Numbers

 

Obedience

D1 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 8-9-10 years

D2 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 11-12-13 years

D3 Pre-Novice I (New member and new dog) 14 and over

D4 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 8-9-10 years

D5 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 11-12-13 years

D6 Pre-Novice II (Experienced member with 1st or 2nd year dog) 14 and over

D7 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 8-9-10 years

D8 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 11-12-13 years

D9 Pre-Novice III (Experienced member and dog) 14 and over

D10 Novice (Member 14 & under)

D11 Novice (Member 15 & older)

D12 Graduate Novice

D13 Open

D14 Utility

D15 Rally Style Obedience Class – Beginning, 1st year member and/or 1st year dog

D16 Rally Style Obedience Class – Experienced member- on leash

D17 Rally Style Obedience Class – Experienced member – off leash

 

Other Classes

D18 Obstacle Course

D19 Dogs Favorite Trick Class

D20 Costume Class

D21 Novice Agility***

D22 Open Agility ****

 

Showmanship

D23 Junior Showmanship, 8-9-10 years, Novice*

D24 Junior Showmanship, 11-12 years, Novice*

D25 Junior Showmanship, 13 and over, Novice*

D26 Junior Showmanship, 9-10-11-12 years, Open**

D27 Junior Showmanship, 13-14 years, Open**

D28 Junior Showmanship, 15 years and over, Open**

 

*Novice: 4-H members competing in the Boone County Fair for the first year.

**Open: 4-H member who have competed one or more years in the Boone Co. Fair.

 

*** For safety reasons classes D19 & D20 will be limited to 4-H/FFA members and dogs that have had formal training in agility.

 

Obedience Class Descriptions

• Pre-Novice I (1st year member and 1st year dog):
  • Heel on leash and figure "8" on leash = 40 points;
  • Stand for examination on leash = 30 points;
  • Recall on leash = 30 points;
  • Long sit on leash (1minute) = 30 points;
  • Long down on leash (3 minutes) = 30 points;
• Pre-Novice II (experienced member with first or second year dog):
  • Heeling on leash and figure "8" on leash = 40 points;
  • Stand for examination on leash = 30 points;
  • Recall on leash = 30 points;
  • Long sit on leash (1 minute) = 30 points;
  • Long down on leash (3 minute) = 30 points;
• Pre-Novice III (experienced dog and handler):
  • Heeling with figure "8" on leash = 40 points;
  • Stand for examination off leash = 30 points;
  • Recall off leash (6 foot distance) = 30 points;
  • Long sit off leash (1 minute, 6 foot distance) = 30 points;
  • Long down off leash (3 minutes, 6 foot distance) = 30 points;
• Novice:
  • Heel on leash and figure "8" = 40 points;
  • Stand for examination off leash = 30 points;
  • Heel off leash = 40 points;
  • Recall off leash (across the ring) = 30 points;
  • Long sit off leash (1 minute, across the ring) = 30 points;
  • Long down off leash (3 minutes, across the ring) = 30 points;
• Graduate Novice:
  • Heel on leash = 30 points;
  • Stand for examination off leash = 30 points;
  • Heel free and figure "8" off lead = 40 points;
  • Drop on recall off lead = 40 points;
  • Long sit off lead (3 minutes, out of sight) = 30 points;
  • Long down off lead (5 minutes, out of sight) = 30 points;
• Open (off leash):
  • Heel free and figure "8" = 40 points;
  • Drop on recall = 30 points;
  • Retrieve on flat = 20 points;
  • Retrieve over high jump = 30 points, Broad jump = 20 points;
  • Long sit (3 minutes) out of sight = 30 points;
  • Long down (5 minutes) out of sight = 30 points;
• Utility (Off leash):
  • Signal exercise = 40 points;
  • Scent discrimination on leather = 30 points;
  • Scent discrimination on metal = 30 points;
  • Directed retrieve = 30 points;
  • Moving stand and examination = 30 points;
  • Directed jumping = 40 points

Showmanship Class Descriptions

 

Showmanship Class Descriptions Junior showmanship will be judged as follows:

• Handling skills: Control of the dog, proper gaiting, proper stacking, accentuating the dog’s good points, minimizing the dog’s faults and presentation of the dog = 70%.

• Knowledge of dog and dog care: Disqualifying faults of your breed, basic anatomy of dog, etc. = 10%.

• Poise of Exhibitor: Appearance/attire of handler, attention to judge, knowledge of ring procedure = 10%.

• Grooming of dog: Proper grooming for breed, toenails clipped, proper lead, etc. = 10%.

 

Junior Showmanship classes:

Novice – 4-H/ FFA members who have not competed in Junior Showmanship

Open – 4-H/FFA members who have competed in Junior Showmanship

 

 

 

 

Rabbit and Poultry Show

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Location:	Small Animal Tent
Entry Time:	Tuesday, July 22, 6 – 8 pm
Judging:	Poultry: Wednesday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m. Rabbits: Thursday, July 24 at 6:00 p.m.
Release Time:	Thursday, July 24 following the completion of the rabbit show. Best of Show and Grand and Reserve Meat Pens will be moved and displayed with other Grand Champion livestock until after the completion of the Livestock Sale.
Superintendant:	Brenda Wilsdorf (Rabbits) Phone: 573-445-7415 Cell: 573-289-5298
	Kathy Wallace (Poultry) Phone: 573-441-1658 Cell: 573-808-6027

Rules:

• Rules listed in the General Rules section in addition to following rules will apply to the Rabbit and Poultry Shows.
• All exhibitors must complete the required Show Me Quality Assurance (SMQA) training for their age in order to be eligible to show.
• All rabbits and poultry must be under the daily care and supervision of the project member from April 13, 2008 to show day. Meat pens of poultry must be under the care and supervision of the project member from June 15, 2008 to show day.
• Rabbits used for the Rabbit Showmanship classes must be under the care and supervision of the project member from April 13, 2008 to show day, and be no younger than 6 months at the time of the show.
• All exhibitors must be members in good standing of a 4-H/FFA Rabbit or Poultry project to be shown and entries must be turned in by June 15, 2008 to the Extension Office.
• All animals must be entered, exhibited, handled and shown by the project member.
• Exhibitors must provide their own water and food dishes.
• Exhibitors must provide adequate wire cages for their rabbits and/or poultry three day stay.
• All exhibited animals must be free of any visible signs of infection, contagious disease or parasites. Exhibitors may be asked to remove any project animal not in good health. Dismissal will be at the discretion of the Small Animal Superintendent or Judge.
• Due to possible omissions or mistakes in printing of the rules, the a. Small Animal Committee reserves the right to final interpretation of the rules and will make any final decision concerning the Small Animal Poultry or Rabbit Shows.
• Each exhibitor is required to sign up for a time to watch the small animal tent during their stay.
• All birds will have to pass the blood test on Tuesday, July 22 at the 6 pm – 8 pm check-in.
  
  

POULTRY SHOW CLASSES Section P

Instructions for entering Class Numbers on the Animal Entry Form:

Classes will be identified by one of the following:

P01	Large Breed Single Cock	6	4	2
P02	Large Breed Single Cockerel	6	4	2
P03	Large Breed Single Hen	6	4	2
P04	Large Breed Single Pullet	6	4	2
P05	Bantam Single Cock	6	4	2
P06	Bantam Single Cockerel	6	4	2
P07	Bantam Single Hen	6	4	2
P08	Bantam Single Pullet	6	4	2
P09	Fowl	9	6	3
P10	Meat Pen (3 birds, meat-type, same breed)

Chicken Meat Pen:

• The poultry must be a broiler type bird.
• There must be three birds in this pen. All three birds must be of the same breed.
• The birds should be between three and a half and four pounds.

ENTRY EXAMPLE: If I have a duck and a meat pen that I want to enter as a market steer, this is how I would fill out my entry form:

Species	Animal ID	Breed	Sex	DOB	Class Name	Class Number
Poultry			F	1-25-06	Fowl	P09
Poultry					Meat Pen	P10

RABBIT SHOW CLASSES Section R

• 
  Rabbits will be judged by Breed and only shown in one class (pet or breed, not both).
• Five or more in a breed, best of breed trophy otherwise best of breed ribbon
• Best of all 4 Class breeds will compete for Grand Champion and Reserve Champion 4 Class rabbit.
• Best of all 6 Class breeds will compete for Grand Champion and Reserve Champion 6 Class rabbit.
• From those four the Best of Show will be picked.

Instructions for entering Class Numbers on the Animal Entry Form:

Classes will be entered by a two step process:

Step 1: The first part of the class number will use the following Breed ID’s:

RA) Angora	RN) Netherland Dwarf
RC) Checker Giant	RP) Polish
RD) Dutch	RQ) French Lop
RE) English Spot	RR) Mini Rex
RF) Florida White	RS) Satin
RH) Holland Lop	RV) Havannah
RL) Lion Head	RX) Rex
RM) Mini Lop	RZ) New Zealand

Step 2: The Breed ID is followed by one of the following class numbers:

Class Numbers:

1 Small Breed Bucks

2 Small Breed Does

3 Large Breed Bucks

4 Large Breed Does

The following classes do not need a breed ID code:

R5 Meat Pen

R6 Pet Class

Rabbit Meat Pen:

• The rabbits must be meat breeds, which are California and New Zealand etc.
• There must be three rabbits in this pen. All three rabbits must be of the same breed.
• The rabbits should be between four and five pounds.

ENTRY EXAMPLE: If I have a Polish Buck, a Mini Rex Doe and a meat pen that I want to enter as a market steer, this is how I would fill out my entry form:

Species	Animal ID	Breed	Sex	DOB	Class Name	Class Number
Rabbit	3	Polish	M	1-25-04	Polish Buck	RP1
Rabbit	42	Mini Rex	F	9-15-05	Mini Rex Doe	RR2
Rabbit		New Zealand			Meat Pen	R5

 

 

Sheep Show

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Pen Set Up:	Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 pm
Arrival Time:	Monday July 21 8:00 am Tuesday, July 22 must be in place by 10:00 am
Weigh-In/Scan:	Tuesday, July 22 at Noon. Animals must be slick sheared.
Exhibitor Meetings:	Tuesday, July 22 at 4:00 pm Mandatory meeting. Friday, July 25 at 9:30 am Saturday, July 26 at 11:00 am Mandatory for sale exhibitors
Shows:	Tuesday, July 22 at 6:00 pm Lead Line Class then Market Lambs Wednesday, July 23 at 9:00 am Breeding Sheep Show (including grade ewes and lambs)
Release Time:	Tuesday, July 22 following the show for non-sale animals Friday, July 25 after the completion of the sale for all sale animals
Market Lambs:	Larry Henneke  573-642-9304 Jo Britt-Rankin  573-445-9661
Breeding Stock:	Glenn & Janie Garrett  573-657-2957

Sheep Show Rules:

1. Rules listed in the General Rules section in addition to following rules will apply to the Sheep Show.
2. All exhibitors must complete the required Show Me Quality Assurance (SMQA) training for their age in order to be eligible to show.
3. All breeding sheep must be owned and under the care of the member enrolled in the project by Friday, June 17, 2007. Market lamb ownership by Friday, May 9, 2008.
4. Within each breed, each exhibitor is limited to two entries in single classes.
5. All breeding sheep must be registered in their respective association with the exception of grade ewe classes (a grade sheep is one ineligible for registration). Each registration paper must show the exhibitors name as owner. Registration papers will be checked.
6. Market lambs may be of any breed or crossbred. Wethered lambs or ewe lambs may be shown. Rams are not allowed. (Lambs shown in the market lamb classes can not show in any other classes). EXAMPLE: Ewe lamb shown in market lamb class cannot show in grade ewe lamb class. Grade ewe lamb shown in grade ewe lamb class cannot show in market lamb class.
7. In accordance with the Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri State Fair health guidelines, all sheep and goats (including wethers) must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate) to be eligible to show. This health certificate must have been written within 30 days of exhibition. All sheep must also be identified either by ear tag, electronic implant, or tattoo.
8. Market lambs will be shown in classes as black face, white face, speckled face and by weight.
9. All Boone County market lambs are required to be weighed at the County Weigh-In held Friday, May 9 at the Boone County Fairgrounds between 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. All wether lambs must be banded prior to weigh-in.
10. All market lambs must be scrapie tagged for identification. Slick shearing is required. An exhibitor may show a total of two market lambs. All market lamb exhibitors must exhibit their lamb without assistance.
11. Each exhibitor may sell only one blue ribbon or red ribbon market lamb. Exception: If an exhibitor has both Champion and Reserve Champion, they will be expected to sell both lambs.
12. All 4-H and FFA members in Missouri are eligible to show sheep in all classes except the Home Raised Market Lamb Class. Only Boone County exhibitors may show in this class. Home Raised definition can be found in the General Rules section.
13. Only healthy animals will be admitted. Lambs may be checked by a state licensed veterinarian, he or she will have the authority to have any animal deemed a health risk and removed from the fairgrounds.
    
    

SHOWMANSHIP

Showmanship will be for Boone County exhibitors only. Showmanship will be judged at the discretion of the judge.  The exhibitor winning showmanship in the market lamb class will not be eligible to compete in the breed show for showmanship.

See General Rules for age break downs.

SHEEP SHOW CLASSES Section E

Instructions for entering Class Numbers on the Animal Entry Form:

Classes will be entered by using a two step process:

Step 1: The first part of the class number will use one of the following Breed or Face Color IDs:

EB) Black Face	EN) Natural Color
EC) Corriedale	ER) Shropshire
ED) Dorset	ES) Suffolk
EH) Hampshire	EU) Southdown
EK) Speckled Face	EW) White Face
EM) Montadale

Step 2: The Breed or Face ID is followed by one of the following class numbers.

Class Numbers:

E1 Junior Lead Class (See attached rules)

2 Single Market Lamb (100 pounds minimum)

3 Home Raised Market Lamb (Boone County Exhibitors Only) 1 per exhibitor

4 Pair of Market Lambs (Any breed)

5 Yearling Ram, 1 and under 2 years

6 Senior Ram Lamb 9/1/05-12/31/05

7 Junior Ram Lamb after 1/1/06

8 Pair of Ram Lambs

9 Yearling Ewe 1 and under 2 years

10 Pair of Ewes, 1 and under 2 years

11 Senior Ewe Lamb 9/1/05-12/31/05

12 Junior Ewe Lamb after 1/1/06

13 Pair of Ewe Lambs

14 Flock, Home Raised

ENTRY EXAMPLE: If I have a Corridale Jr. ewe, a Black Face Sr. ewe, and a Speckle Face market lamb that I want to show, this is how I would fill out my entry form:

Species	Animal ID	Breed	Sex	DOB	Class Name	Class Number
Sheep	103	Corridale	F	1-25-06	Jr. Ewe Lamb	EC12
Sheep	35	Black Face	F	9-15-05	Sr. Ewe Lamb	EB11
Sheep	54	Speckle Face	M	1-30-06	Market Lamb	W2

 

 

 

Shooting Sports Show

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Location:	Cedar Creek Rod and Gun Club
Date of Event:	Saturday, July 12, 2008
Check In/Arrival:	Archery	8:30 am
	Air Rifle	8:30 am
	Muzzleloading	9:30 am
	.22 Rifle	9:30 am
	Air Pistol	11:30 am
	Shotgun	11:30 am
Contest:	Archery	9:00 am
	Air Rifle	9:00 am (first line for those not shooting archery)
	Muzzleloading	10:00 am
	.22 Rifle (1)	10:00 am (first line for those not shooting archery)
	Air Rifle and .22 Rifle (2)	11:30 am (second line for those shooting archery)
	Air Pistol	Noon
	Shotgun	Noon
Superintendent:	Mike Holle	E-mail: mjholle@centurytel.net Phone: 573-445-6694
Volunteer help is needed to successfully conduct this Shooting Sports Contest for our Boone County 4-H youth. Please contact Mike Holle to sign up to help with the contest. This Contest is only open to Boone County 4-H members enrolled in these Shooting Sports Project areas and who are currently in good standing with their 4-H Club.   The Early Registration Deadline for this Contest is Tuesday, June 17, 2008 and Entry Forms must be postmarked by this date and sent to the Boone County Extension Center.   The Late Fee for entries received from June 18 through Friday, June 27 will be $20 per event.   Entries after Friday, June 27, 2008 (including on-site entries) Will NOT Be Accepted.   All air rifles, air pistols, firearms and bows should be brought to the range in an appropriate case. Bring no ammo, it will be provided for you at the range.   Please bring eye and ear protection as required by your discipline. Archery participants must have six (6) matching arrows and a quiver.   The Boone County Fair Shooting Sports Contest will follow State 4-H Contest rules for these events, which are available at: http://mo4h.missouri.edu/go/projects/shootingsports/SSrules.pdf   If you have questions, please contact your 4-H Shooting Sports Project Leader or Contest Superintendent Mike Holle.

Archery Contest
Date:	Saturday, July 12, 2008
Time:	Check-In begins at 8:30 am. Contest begins at 9:00 am.
Entry Fee:	$10.00 (Add a $20 late fee for each event entry received from June 18 to June 27. No entries after June 27, 2008)
Three Age Classes:	Youth, ages 8-10
	Juniors, ages 11-13
	Seniors, ages 14-18
Separate Classes for Boys and Girls.
Four Configuration Classes:	Freestyle recurve/longbow (w/ acc)
	Traditional recurve/longbow (no acc)
	Compound - fingers
	Compound - release
Medals awarded for the top three places in each Class.
Air Rifle Contest
Date:	Saturday, July 12, 2008
Time:	Check-In begins at 8:30 am. First Line (for those not shooting archery) begins at 9:00 am. Second Line (for those shooting archery) begins at 11:30 am.
Entry Fee:	$10.00 (Add a $20 late fee for entries received from June 18 to June 27. No entries after June 27, 2008)
Air Rifle Age Classes:	Youth, ages 8-10
	Juniors, ages 11-13
	Seniors, ages 14-18
.22 Rifle Age Classes:	Juniors, ages 11-13
	Seniors, ages 14-18
Medals awarded for the top three places in each Class.
.22 Rifle Contest
Date:	Saturday, July 12, 2008
Time:	Check-In begins at 9:30 am. First Line (for those not shooting archery) begins at 10:00 am. Second Line (for those shooting archery) begins at 11:30 am.
Entry Fee:	$10.00 (Add a $20 late fee for entries received from June 18 to June 27. No entries after June 27, 2008)
Air Rifle Age Classes:	Youth, ages 8-10
	Juniors, ages 11-13
	Seniors, ages 14-18
.22 Rifle Age Classes:	Juniors, ages 11-13
	Seniors, ages 14-18
Medals awarded for the top three places in each Class.
Air Pistol Contest
Date:	Saturday, July 12, 2008
Time:	Check-In begins at 11:30 am. Contest begins at Noon.
Entry Fee:	$10.00 (Add a $20 late fee for entries received from June 18 to June 27. No entries after June 27, 2008)
Air Pistol Age Classes:	Youth, ages 8-10 Juniors, ages 11-13 Seniors, ages 14-18
	Medals awarded for the top three places in each Class.
Shotgun Contest
Date:	Saturday, July 12, 2008
Time:	Check-In begins at 11:30 am. Contest begins at Noon.
Entry Fee:	$10.00 (Add a $20 late fee for entries received from June 18 to June 27. No entries after June 27, 2008)
Trap Fee (targets):	Juniors $10, Seniors $15
Shotgun Age Classes:	Juniors, ages 11-13
	Seniors, ages 14-18
Medals awarded for the top three places in each Class.
Muzzleloading Contest
Date:	Saturday, July 12, 2008
Time:	Check-In begins at 9:30 am. Contest begins at 10:00 am.
Entry Fee:	$10.00 (Add a $20 late fee for entries received from June 18 to June 27. No entries after June 27, 2008)
Muzzleloading Age Classes:	1) Juniors, ages 11-13
	2) Seniors, ages 14-18
Medals awarded for the top three places in each Class.

 

 

Steer Show

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Pen Set Up:	Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 pm
Club Display:	Tuesday, July 22 at 10:00 pm Must be set up
Arrival Time:	Wednesday, July 23 at 6:00 pm Thursday, July 24 at 8:00 am ALL Steers must be in place
Weigh-In:	Thursday, July 24 at 7:30 am
Exhibitor Meetings:	Thursday, July 24 at 1:00 pm Mandatory Friday, July 25 at 9:30 am Mandatory Saturday, July 26 at 11:00 am Mandatory for sale exhibitors
Shows:	Thursday, July 24 at 6:00 pm Rate of Gain Champion Parade Thursday, July 24 at 6:15 pm Jr. Market Steers, Showmanship, Home Raised & Pen of 3 Show
Release Time:	Friday, July 25 at the completion of the Livestock Auction after receiving notification from the Livestock Auction Committee
Superintendent:	Robert Diederich (573) 657-2862

STEER SHOW RULES

1. Important: The rules listed in the General Rules section of the 2008 Boone County Fair Book, in addition to following rules, will apply to the Steer Show.
2. Show Me Quality Assurance Certification will be required for showing any species of livestock at the 2008 Boone County Fair.
3. All cattle should be doubled-tied in stall areas with halter and neck rope.
4. Cattle will be released for tie-out at 8 p.m. Cattle must be tied in by 8 a.m. daily.
5. Stall assignments will be posted in the Cattle Barn according to official Livestock Entry Forms sent to the Boone County Extension Center by Tuesday, June 17, 2008. There is a Late Entry Fee of $10 per head for Livestock Entry Forms received after Tuesday, June 17, 2008.
6. Unmanageable cattle that cannot be shown in the ring will not be judged or receive