DEPARTMENT 10
4-H and Vocational Contests

ALL LIVESTOCKS EXHIBITORS MUST BE RESIDENTS OF NORTHAMPTON, MONROE, CARBON, BUCKS OR LEHIGH COUNTIES on FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS, and all ANIMALS MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED.

A 4-H member can begin 4-H at age 8 and continue through age 19.
An FFA member begins FFA at age 14 and continues through age 21.

Section A-22: What's the Real Purpose of Youth (4-H & FFA) Livestock Projects?

     One purpose is to teach young people how to feed, fit, and show their animals. The more important purpose is to provide an opportunity for personal growth and development of the young person. The Josephson institute of Ethics has developed a curriculum, which identifies six core values which may help to better describe the value of youth livestock projects. This curriculum also presents the idea that people develop and strengthen character by practicing certain behaviors just as muscles are built through exercise. Therefore, the purpose of the youth livestock program (4-H and FPA) is to provide opportunities for young people to develop character. The character traits identified and some practices (exercises) that may build character follow:   
Trustworthiness - includes honesty, promise keeping and loyalty.

• daily feeding, watering of animals (promise keeping)
• adheres to possession deadlines (honesty)
• adheres to withdrawal times on drugs and dewormer
• only the appropriate use of approved drugs

Respect - includes courtesy and proper treatment of people and things.

• proper handling of animals, treat humanely
• proper care of animals
• listens to and follows advice of advisors
• recognizes that animal projects are dependent on 4-H'er and provides daily feed and water

Responsibility - includes the pursuit of excellence, accountability and perseverance.

• daily feeding and watering (even on busy, difficult days)
• goes beyond providing the daily needs of the animal in giving additional time and attention to produce a winner
• adheres to deadlines for entry forms and for arrival at livestock shows
• never gives up in the show ring (perseverance)

Fairness - involves consistently applying rules and standards appropriately for different age groups and ability levels

• feed only approved livestock rations
• only the appropriate use of approved drugs
• accepts winning or losing with grace
• conduct in the show ring follows recommended procedure
• fitting and grooming of animals follows recommended procedures

Caring - promoting the well being of people and things in a young person's world. It denotes action and not just feelings.

• daily feeding and watering
• provides clean barn/stall for animal
• treats animal humanely at all times

Citizenship - includes making the home community and county a better place to live for themselves and others

• accepting instructions
• winning and losing with grace
• helping others at stock shows
• teaching young members
• treating animals humanely
• ensuring that your meat animal is safe for consumption

Section A-2: Dairy Cattle

1. 4-H Diary Club or FFA member must be present and have charge of their animals at the time of judging

NOTE: Classifications and premiums listed are to apply to each of these breeds: 

A - Aryshire
B - Brown Swiss

G - Gurnsey
H - Holstein

J - Jersey
K - Milking Shorthorn

L - Lineback

Class:

1. Junior heifer calf born between March 1, 20__ and May 31, 20__          
2. Intermediate heifer calf born between Dec. 1, 20__ and Feb. 28, 20__         
3. Senior heifer calf born between Sept. 1, 20__ and Nov 30, 20__ - 3B Summer yearling June 1, 20__   to  August 31, 20__         
4. Junior yearling heifer born between March I, 20__ and August 31, 20__ 
    - 4A intermediate yearling December 1 20 to February 28, 20__ 
5. Senior yearling heifer born between  Sept. 1, 20__ and Feb. 28, 20__        
6. Junior Champion Female          
7. Reserve Junior Champion Female        
8. Junior 2-year-old born between March I, 20__ and Aug. 31, 20__
9. Senior 2- year-old born between Sept. 1, 20__ and Feb. 28, 20__
10. 3-year-old born between Sept. 1, 20__ and August 31, 20__ 
11. 4-year-old born between Sept. 1, 20__ and August 31, 20__    
12. 5-year-old and over, born before September 1, 20__       
13. Senior Champion Female        
14. Reserve Sr. Champion Female
15. Grand Champion Female       
16. Reserve Grand Champion Female      
17. Dam and daughter. Dam must be owned by exhibitor, and daughter must be bred and owned by exhibitor       
18. Jr. Showmanship       
19. Jr. Fitting        
20. Int. Showmanship       
21. Int. Fitting        
22. Sr. Showmanship         
23. Sr. Fitting

Section A-8: Eggs

Premiums

Section A-10: Goats

Premiums

Section A-10: Chickens

Class
1	Broilers (Male/Female)
2	Capon (Male/Female)
3	Layers

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Section A-18: 4-H Textile Science

Rules for Entry

1. Exhibitor must be a 4-H member enrolled in a Clothing and Textile project.  
2. Entries will be judged on fabric, color, design, suitability, construction, and aesthetic interpretation.
3. A 4-H member may enter one item per sub-class, within a class.
4. An entry which fails to meet project requirements as stated in the appropriate 4-H project book will not be judged, but may be exhibited if space permits.

Class 1 - Construction under Level I Project
                  A. Non clothing items (drawstring)
                  B. Clothing Item
Class 2 - Level II Project
                  A. Tote bag, apron, etc.
                  B. Clothing 
                             1. Waistband
                             2. Other
Class 3 - Clothing - Simple construction skills
                  A. Article with raglan sleeve - no collar
                  B. Jumper
                  C. Robe
                  D. Jumpsuit
                  E. Pants and top as outfit
                  F. Other
Class 4 - Clothing - Advanced construction skills
                  A. Knit or action wear - 2 or 3 piece outfit
                  B. Ensemble - 2 or more related items, one made from 
                      wool, short pile or one-way design
                  C. Garment with set in sleeve
                  D. Two or three-piece ensemble with one or more lined 
                      garment
                  E. Two or three-piece ensemble with fabric of plain, 
                      check or stripe.
                  F. Tailored 
                              1. Suit
                              2. Ensemble
                              3. Coat
Class 5 - Clothing - Specialty construction Skills
                  A. Design own fashion
                  B. Specialty fabrics
                              1. Party Wear
                              2. Costumes
                  C. Sewing for others
                  D. Recycling or remaking garments

Home Related Needlecraft

Class 1 - Embroidery
                A. Year 1 - one article, either free embroidery or crewel 
                    embroidery
                B. Year 2 - one article, either free embroidery or crewel 
                    embroidery
                C. Year 3 - one article using new stitches as listed on page 1 
                    of project book
                D. Free Lance - one article - your own design
Class 2 - Leather Crafts
                A. Coin purse or key case
                B. Belts and bags, etc.  
Class 3 - Crocheting
                A. Beginner - exhibit one (1) of the following: potholder, 
                    beanbag, coin purse, belt, scarf, pillow, purse, headband, 
                    knee robe, hat, mittens, etc.
                B. Intermediate - exhibit one (1) of the following: vest, belt, 
                    purse, placemat, wall hanging, skirt, poncho, shawl, 
                    scarf, rug pillow, hat, toy, tie, mittens, lace edging, 
                    tablecloth, carriage blanket, etc.
                C. Advanced - exhibit one (1) article using a pattern stitch 
                    or more colors or different size thread and hook than 
                    used before, etc.
Class 4 - Knitting
                A. Beginner - exhibit one (1) of the following: slippers, 
                    headband, triangle scarf, neck scarf, head hugger, simple 
                    shell, octakitten
                B. Intermediate - exhibit one (1) of the following: mittens 
                    and head hugger, socks, basic cardigan sweater with 
                    button holes, etc. 
                C. Advanced - exhibit one (1) article using two (2) or more 
                    colors, a design made with contrasting stitch and 
                    transposing directions using a different size needle or 
                    yarn, etc. 
Class 5 - Needlepoint
          Exhibit one (1) item per class:
               A. Beginner
               B. Intermediate
               C. Advanced
Class 6 - Counted Cross Stitch
           Exhibit at least one cross stitch article which must be framed, 
           matted, blocked or whatever is needed to make it ready for 
           use.
Class 7 - Quilting
              A. Level 1 - exhibit potholder
              B. Level 2 - exhibit patchwork pillow or purse
              C. Level 3 - exhibit appliqued pillow or purse

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Section A-19: 4-H Art and Handcrafts -
Arts and Crafts

Each article must be made by a 4-H member who is enrolled in a 4-H Related Arts and Crafts Project within the current year.

Class 1 - Latch Hook
Exhibit one (1) per class (picture, hanging or rug, pillow, misc.)
     A. Beginner - article made from kit - back exposed
     B. Intermediate - finished article made from a kit with finished 
         edges
     c. Advanced - finished article made from your own design
Class 2 - Macrame
     A. Year 1 - one (1) article showing two (2) basic knots
     B. Year 2 - one (1) article using different materials and variations
         of two basic knots
     C. Free Lance - one (1) article using a variety of colors showing 
         your own design
Class 3 - Ceramics
Exhibit one item, set or pair:
     A. Beginner - glazed/stained
     B. Intermediate
     C. Advanced - free lance

Class 4 - Basketry
Class 5 - Rocketry
Class 6 - Small Engines
Class 7 - Electricity
Class 8 - Club Projects
Class 9 - Posters
     A. Child Care
     B. Health
     C. Safety
     D. Plants
     E. Animals
     F. Insects
     G. Other

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Youth Dairy Goats: Health Rules for Goats 

Exhibitors must be residents of Northampton County up to and including age 19. Pre-Register by July 1st. (Only 4 pens per farm).

All goats must have an official eartag or legible breed registration tattoo. 

New Rule - All goats must bear an official U.S.D.A./A.P.H.I.S. eartag to be exhibited at the show. The only exceptions are those goats that have a registration tattoo and have been coded with a premise I.D. number.

• No goat showing clinical signs of contagious or infectious disease including caseous lymphadenitis, sore mouth, active ringworm, foot rot, warts, lice and mange will be admitted to the show.
• Health Certificate - An accredited veterinarian shall sign the statement of health on the AAI-11 test report that he/she examined the animal(s) within 30 days of issuance of the health certificate. All animals must be accompanied by an official health certificate.
• Tuberculosis test - Not Required
• Not test required for Brucellosis
• All animals must be individually identified on the health certificate

SECTION 1 - Dairy Goats

1. Get of sire shall consist of three doe from a particular sire with not more than one under one year old allowed, and no more than one animal from every multiple birth allowed. Get of Sire need not be owned by the exhibitor. Entries in this class shall be made in the name of the Sire.
2. Produce of Dam shall consist of two doe of different ages, the produce of one Dam. Produce of Dam need not be owned by the exhibitor. Entries in this class shall be made in the name of the Dam.
3. A Dairy Herd shall consist of three milking doe of one breed, any age.
4. The Senior Champion class shall consist of all first place winners in the first three classes or Doe one year old and under two, in milk, and older animals.
5. The Junior Champion class shall consist of all first place winners in Classes 2 and 3, or Doe, one year old and under two, not in milk, and younger animals.
6. Grand Champion class shall consist of Best of Breed in each division
7. Only Doe entered in other classes may compete in the Get of Sire, Produce of Dam, and Milking.

Class
1	Doe, 3 years old and over
2	Doe, 2 years old and under 3
3	Doe, 1 year old and under 2, in milk
4	Doe, 1 year old and under 2, not in milk
5	Doe, under five months
6	Kid, five months old, and under 1 year
7	Get of Sire
8	Milking Herd - Limited to 3 animals
9	Best Doe bred by exhibitor
10	Senior Champion Doe
11	Reserve Senior Champion Doe
12	Junior Champion Doe
13	Reserve Junior Champion Doe
14	Senior Best in Show
15	Junior Best in Show

NOTE: The same classification and premiums as stated are to apply to each of the following breeds:

• A - Alpine - French, Rock and Swiss
• B - LaMancha
• C - Nubian

• D - Saanen
• E - Toggenburg
• F - Recorded Grades
• G - Unrecorded Grades

SECTION 2 

1. Light
2. Medium
3. Heavy Weight

Youth Only:
     Fitting:
          - 1st Year
          - Intermediate
          - Senior
          - Champion
          - Reserve Champion
      Showmanship:
          - 1st Year
          - Intermediate
          - Senior
          - Champion
          - Reserve Champion