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OCTOBER ENTRY LIST
Entries must be received on
Thursday, October 5th, 2023
From 1-8 p.m. at the Youth & Agricultural Building
PRIZES: For the following classes except where noted.
1st: $4.50, 2nd: $4.00, 3rd: $3.50, 4th: $3.00, 5th: $2.50
CLASS/ SECTION: Refer to the alphanumeric code listed on the left
GRAIN AND CORN
Grain is judged on presentation and the use of proper containers as well as it's quality.
No treated grain is eligible.
Special prizes:
The most points in Grain and Corn Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4 Sponsored In Memory of Jerry Manel |
G1. | Oats, approx. 1 litre or quart jar. |
Additional Prizes for class G1 Prizes: 1st: $2.50, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.75, 5th: $1.50 Sponsor: Settlers Feed & Supply | |
G2. | Wheat, approx. 1 litre or quart jar. |
G3. | Barley, approx. 1 litre or quart jar. |
G4. | Soybeans. approx. 1 litre or quart jar. |
G5. | Dent corn, approx. 1 litre or quart jar. |
Additional Prizes for class G5 Prizes: 1st: $2.50, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.75, 5th: $1.50 Sponsor: Settlers Feed & Supply | |
G6. | Sheaf of four stalks of corn. |
Additional Prizes for class G6 Prizes: 1st: $2.50, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.75, 5th: $1.50 Sponsor: Settlers Feed & Supply | |
G7. | Kindergarten to Grade 4. Corn ensilage, 1-litre Ziploc bag. |
G8. | Grades 5 to 8. Corn ensilage, 1-litre Ziploc bag. |
G9. | Kindergarten to Grade 4. 5 cobs of dent corn, husk removed. |
G10. | Grades 5 to 8. 5 cobs of dent corn, husk removed. |
G11. | Open. Longest stalk of corn (roots removed). one stalk only. |
FRUIT AND VEGETABLES
Preparing fruits and vegetables for exhibition:
- Choose medium sized carrots, potatoes, parsnips or beets.
- Choose regular-shaped specimens.
- Choose specimens nearly to the same shape/size/coloring as possible.
- Cut off tops leaving only 2.5 cm.
- Choose specimens that are free of blemishes of any kind.
- polish with a dry cloth (both fruit and vegetables)
- Choosing onions. Bend the tops over some time before pulling so the tops stop growing and the onion part will grow larger. After pulling, allow the onions to dry in the sun. Do not peel.
- Choose a squash uniform in shape.
- Leave the stems on fruit and do not peel cauliflowers or cabbages.
FRUIT
FR1. | Five apples of one cultivar. Label as to type. |
Additional Prizes for class FR1 Prizes: 1st: $2.50, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.75, 5th: $1.50 Sponsor: Josmar Acres | |
FR2. | Cherry tomatoes, 1 pint box. |
FR3. | Five tomatoes, stems attached. |
FR4. | Concord grapes, 1-quart box. |
FR5. | Five pears, any cultivar. |
Additional Prizes for class FR5 Prizes: 1st: $2.50, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.75, 5th: $1.50 Sponsor: Josmar Acres | |
FR6. | Watermelon, 1 specimen. |
VEGETABLES
Special prizes:
Most points in the Vegetable classes Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8 Sponsored in memory of Doug Knight |
Additional Prizes:
V1, V14
1st- $10.00, 2nd- $5. Sponsor: Struyk Farms
V2, V3
1st- $10.00, 2nd- $5. Sponsor: Rachel Thompson
V15
1st- $10.00, 2nd- $5. Sponsor: Raymond Thompson Sr.
V22, V27, V31
1st- $10.00, 2nd- $5. Sponsor: Settlers Feed & Supply
V4, V10, V11, V13, V17, V24, V30
1st- $2.50, 2nd- $2.25, 3rd- $2.00, 4th- $1.75, 5th- $1.50. Sponsor: Struyk Farm
V6, V16
1st- $2.50, 2nd- $2.25, 3rd- $2.00, 4th- $1.75, 5th- $1.50. Sponsor: Forthdale Farms
V20
1st- $2.50, 2nd- $2.25, 3rd- $2.00, 4th- $1.75, 5th- $1.50. Sponsor: Karen Thompson
V5, V23, V32
1st- $2.50, 2nd- $2.25, 3rd- $2.00, 4th- $1.75, 5th- $1.50. Sponsor: Shearlea Acres
V21, V26
1st- $2.50, 2nd- $2.25, 3rd- $2.00, 4th- $1.75, 5th- $1.50. Sponsor: Settlers Feed & Supply
V1. | Junior Kindergarten.- 5 different vegetables displayed on a tray. |
V2. | Kindergarten to Grade 4.- An arrangement of fresh vegetables (One specimen of each) in a decorated box/tray, not to exceed 45cm long. |
V3. | Grades 5 to 8.- Display of vegetables, minimum of 5 different vegetables. Displayed in a suitably decorated container, not to exceed 45cm long. |
V4. | Collection of two varieties of peppers, 2 specimens each. |
V5. | A gourd centerpiece, suitable for a Thanksgiving dinner table. Please use at least 5 specimens. Sponsorship: $10.00, Shearlea Acres, Sponsor |
V6. | 5 cobs Indian corn, husks pulled back and tied. |
V7. | Cabbage, not Savoy, 1 specimen. |
V8. | Butternut squash, 2 specimens. |
V9. | Potatoes, any variety, not red, 3 tubers |
V10. | Potatoes, red, 3 tubers |
V11. | Parsnips, 3 roots. |
V12. | Largest squash, by circumference. |
V13. | Largest pumpkin, by circumference. |
V14. | The largest beet. |
V15. | Odd-shaped carrot. |
V16. | Broccoli, 1 head. |
V17. | Beets, round type, 5 specimens. |
V18. | Carrots, 5 specimens. |
V19. | Onions, spanish, 3 specimens |
V20. | Pie Pumpkins, 2 specimens. |
V21. | Savoy cabbage, 1 specimen. |
V22. | Brussel sprouts, 1-quart box. |
V23. | 1 odd-shaped potato. Sponsorship: $10.00, Shearlea Acres |
V24. | Longest zucchini, 1 specimen. |
V25. | Squash, acorn, 2 specimens. |
V26. | Squash, hubbard, 1 specimen. |
V27. | Cauliflower, 1 specimen. |
V28. | Onions, cooking, 3 specimens. |
V29. | Red cabbage, 1 specimen. |
V30. | A turnip. |
V31. | Leeks, 3 specimens. |
V32. | Three bulbs of garlic Sponsorship: $10.00, Shearlea Acres |
FLOWERS
How to prepare for exhibition:
- Choose flowers with long stems.
- Trim off buds showing colour.
- Choose only individual stems.
- Use only what is asked for in class.
- No disposable cups.
- Use sturdy glass jars.
- Use no artificial flowers.
F1. | Kindergarten to Grade 4. Thanksgiving basket, using fruit, vegetables & flowers Not to exceed 45 cm long. |
Additional Prizes for class F1 Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Sponsor Lynden Horticultural Society | |
F2. | Grades 5 to 8. Thanksgiving basket using fruit, vegetables and flowers Not to exceed 45cm long. |
Additional Prizes for class F2 Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Sponsor Lynden Horticultural Society | |
F3. | A floral arrangement in a SMALL toy. |
F4. | A dried flower arrangement suitable for a kitchen table. |
F5. | A dinning room table arrangement for Halloween. |
F6. | An arrangement using at least 4 perennials. |
F7. | A Christmas arrangement. |
F8. | An arrangement of natural foliage and wild flowers in a Child's Rubber Boot |
F9. | A floral table centerpiece celebrating Rockton Fair. |
F10. | A bouquet of natural grains, rushes, grasses (not wild flowers). Not to exceed 50 cm |
F11. | A bouquet in a mug. |
F12. | A photo diary of you caring for your plant from a seed to a flower Include at least three photos and a specimen of plant |
F13. | Geranium, 1 perfect bloom, self-foliage, in decorated container. |
F14. | Dahlia, large over 10 cm, 1 bloom. |
F15. | Dahlia, decorative, large, 7.5 cm- 10 cm, 1 bloom. |
F16. | Dahlia, small, under 7.5 cm, 3 blooms. |
F17. | Largest sunflower head by diameter. |
F18. | Zinnia, pompom, 3 blooms. |
F19. | Zinnia, large 3 blooms. |
F20. | Calendula, 3 blooms. |
F21. | Pansies, 3 blooms. |
F22. | Cosmos, 3 blooms. |
F23. | Flowers in a pie pumpkin. |
F24. | Marigolds, over 5cm, 3 blooms. |
F25. | Marigolds, under 5 cm, 3 blooms. |
F26. | Chrysanthemums, 1 spray. |
F27. | Petunias, single, 3 blooms. |
F28. | Snapdragons, 3 spikes. |
F29. | Floating rose, 1 bloom. |
F30. | One specimen of any other flower not listed. |
AUTUMN SPECIALS
SP1. | Kindergarten.- A jack-o-lantern, painted only. |
SP2. | Grades 1 & 2. - A jack-o-lantern, decorated only, not painted. |
SP3. | Grades 3 & 4. - A jack-o-lantern, carved only. |
SP4. | Grades 5 & 6. - A jack-o-lantern, carved only. |
SP5. | Grades 7 & 8. - A jack-o-lantern, carved and/ or decorated, not painted. |
SP6. | Preschool to Kindergarten.- Make a creature from vegetables or gourds. Decorated with only natural materials. |
SP7. | Grades 1 & 2. - Paint and decorate a stone to resemble an animal (Max.15 cm) |
SP8. | Grades 3 & 4.- Make a cornhusk doll. |
SP9. | Grades 5 & 6.- Make a farm scene out of natural materials inside a shoe box lid. Standard size shoe box |
SP10. | Grades 7 & 8.- A picture made from natural materials, max 20 x 30 cm. |
SP11. | Open.- A scarecrow, 1.5 m. maximum in length total |
SP12. | JR. Open.- A pressed leaf animal picture. |
SP13. | SR. Open.- A paper mache sculpture, autumn-themed, maximum 30cm. |
BAKING AND FOOD
NOTE: FOOD WILL NOT BE EATEN
Special prizes:
Most points in Baking and Food B1 to B14. Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4 Sponsors: Cecil and Gladys Hamilton |
B1. | Preschool to SK.- Decorated rice crispy square, max 10 x 10 cm. |
B2. | Grades 1 & 2.- A patterned candy necklace. |
B3. | Grades 1 to 3.- Decorated rice crispy square, max 10 X 10 cm. |
B4. | Grades 4 to 8.- Decorated rice crispy square, max 10 X 10 cm. |
B5. | Preschool to SK.- Decorate a cupcake with a farm theme. |
B6. | Grades 1 & 2.- Decorate a cupcake with a farm theme. |
B7. | Grades 3 & 4.- Decorate a cupcake with a farm theme. |
B8. | Grades 5 to 8.- Decorate a cupcake with a farm theme. |
NOTE. COOKIES NOT TO EXCEED 20 cm:
B9. | Preschool to SK.- Decorated cookie with what you like about Rockton Fair |
B10. | Grades 1 & 2.- Decorated cookie with what you like about Rockton Fair |
B11. | Grades 3 & 4.- Decorated cookie with what you like about Rockton Fair |
B12. | Grades 5 & 6.- Decorated cookie with what you like about Rockton Fair |
B13. | OPEN - Decorated 8" cake using styrofoam base with a farm theme. |
B14. | OPEN - Three nutritious snacks for Santa in a decorated container. |
NEEDLEWORK AND SEWING
Special prizes:
Most Points in Needlework and Sewing N1 to N13 Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4 Sponsor: Carolyn Eddy |
N1. | JK to Grade 1.- Stitch an outline of a favourite toy on fabric. |
N2. | Grade 2.- A reusable grocery bag |
N3. | Grades 3 & 4.- A Christmas stocking. |
N4. | Grades 5 & 6.- A knitted dishcloth. |
N5. | Grades 7 & 8.- Any article of knitting. |
N6. | Grade 5.- Sew a potholder. |
N7. | Grade 6.- Any sewn stuffed item. |
N8. | Grade 7 & 8.- Any article of clothing. |
N9. | JK to Grade 1.- A decorated sock pupet. |
N10. | Grades 2 - 4.- Creat a friendship bracelet. |
N11. | Grades 5 - 8.-A homemade pillow. |
N12. | Open.- Any article of latch hook. |
N13. | Open.- Any item not otherwise listed. |
CRAFTS AND HOBBIES
Special prizes:
Additional Prizes for classes: C26-C28 Prizes: 1st: $2.50, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.75, 5th: $1.50 Sponsor: Wendell Renovations |
CR1. | Preschool.- A creature made from cotton balls. |
CR2. | JK & SK.- An animal made from a milk carton. |
CR3. | Grade 1.- An imaginary creature made from play dough . Max.15 cm |
CR4. | Grade 2.- Dress your teddy bear as a farmer or pioneer Max. size of teddy bear 30 cm |
CR5. | Grade 3.- A structure made from popsicle sticks secured on a base Max. 30 cm tall |
CR6. | Grade 4.- A pop-up greeting card. |
CR7. | Grade 5.- A decorated t-shirt, with fabric paint. |
CR8. | Grade 6.- Decorate a garden glove. |
CR9. | Grades 7 & 8.- An item made of wood. Max. 30 cm x 30 cm |
CR10. | Preschool to Kindergarten.- A bouquet made of recycled materials. |
CR11. | Grades 1 & 2.- Jewellery made from recycled materials. |
CR12. | Grades 3 & 4.- A robot made of recycled materials Max. 30 cm x 30 cm |
CR13. | Grades 5 & 6.- A painting on wood Max. 30 cm x 30 cm |
CR14. | Grades 7 & 8.- Create a small garden stepping-stone. Max. 25 cm x 25 cm |
CR15. | Preschool to Kindergarten.- A Thanksgiving placemat. Max. 30 cm x 30 cm |
CR16. | Grades 1 & 2.- Glued yarn picture (not stitched). |
CR17. | Grades 3 & 4.- An empty, homemade bird feeder. Not to exceed 30 cm x 30 cm x 30 cm |
CR18. | Grades 5 & 6.-Create a musical instrument. Max. 45 cm |
CR19. | Grades 7 & 8.- Make a nail and string picture. 30 cm x 30 cm |
CR20. | Open.- Country door theme. |
Additional Prizes for class CR20 Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Sponsor: Ted & Jinnie Wilson | |
CR21. | Preschool to SK.- A snowman made of any material, 20 cm. |
CR22. | Grades 1 & 2.- A crafted Christmas tree ornament. |
CR23. | Grades 3 & 4.- A Christmas tree topper. |
CR24. | Grades 4 & 5.- A Christmas felt wall banner. Not to exceed 45 cm |
CR25. | Grades 7 & 8.- A Christmas-themed centerpiece. |
CR26. | JK to Grade 1.- An article made of bread dough. |
CR27. | Grades 2 to 4.- An article made of bread dough. |
CR28. | Grades 5 to 8.- An article made of bread dough. |
PHOTOGRAPHY- COLOURED PRINT
Student must have taken photo
No larger than 4 x 6" mounted on black bristol board or card stock. The border is not to exceed 1 cm. Tags are to be attached to the bottom left corner of exhibit. Photo must have been taken by the student.
P1. | Preschool to Grade 1.- Group of people |
P2. | Preschool to Grade 1.- Landscape Scenery only |
P3. | Preschool to Grade 1.- Outdoor fun |
P4. | Preschool to Grade 1.- A pet(s) |
P5. | Preschool to Grade 1.- Any item not otherwise listed |
P6. | Grade 2 to Grade 4.- Group of people |
P7. | Grade 2 to Grade 4.- Landscape Scenery only |
P8. | Grade 2 to Grade 4.- Outdoor fun |
P9. | Grade 2 to Grade 4.- A pet(s) |
P10. | Grade 2 to Grade 4.-Any item not otherwise listed |
P11. | Grade 5 to Grade 8.- A group of people |
P12. | Grade 5 to Grade 8.- A landscape Scenery only |
P13. | Grade 5 to Grade 8.- Outdoor fun |
P14. | Grade 5 to Grade 8.- A pet(s) |
P15. | Grade 5 to Grade 8.- Any item not otherwise listed |
P16. | Open.- A photo of Rockton Fair |
P17. | Open.- Photo of any barn Additional 1st Prize Class 17: $10 Sponsor: Barb Manel |
