29 TH DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION 2017 MOTHER LODE FAIR 2017 STILL EXHIBIT HANDBOOK. How to Enter

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2 29 TH DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION 2017 MOTHER LODE FAIR 2017 STILL EXHIBIT HANDBOOK How to Enter Entries accepted May 1, 2017 to Monday, June 12, 2017, 5:00 PM 1. Use this handbook to complete your entry form. Entry forms must be completely filled out and signed. 2. Livestock Entries: Please see the Livestock Handbook for Rules and Entry Forms. 3. Entry forms and handbook are available on our website at 4. Entry forms and fees must be physically at the Fair Office by Monday, June 12, 2017 (no postmark). Fair office hours are Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm. Closing for lunch (Noon-1pm). After hour deliveries may be left in the drop box. 5. Forms and Fees may be mailed to: Make checks payable to: Mother Lode Fair 29 th D.A.A. Mother Lode Fair 220 Southgate Drive *note the additional fee if a credit card is used Sonora, CA See individual departments for entry delivery dates and times. Entries will be released on Monday, July 10th; 10am - 12p.m. and 4p.m. - 6pm. 7. Contact the Fair Office with any questions at (209)

3 29 TH DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION 2017 MOTHER LODE FAIR JULY 7 THROUGH JULY 9 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MISSY MARINO, President TOM MILLER, Vice President DAN BROWN JAN COSTA MARGE KIRILUK PEGGY LEE MAREN PARIS MICKI RUCKER STATE OFFICIALS JERRY BROWN... Governor TOM BERRYHILL... Senator FRANK BIGELOW... Assembly Member KAREN ROSS... Secretary, Department of Food & Agriculture FAIR STAFF KENNETH ALSTOTT... CEO/Fair Manager KATHY NIZZOLI... Office Assistant MIKE BOWERS...Maintenance BOBBY ENNIS..Maintenance LISA MORALES.... Fine Arts/Home Arts (TBA)... Livestock Superintendent KIM HELMBOLD... Livestock Clerk DALAINE HEAGLE... Livestock Clerk KAELA HELMBOLD... Livestock Clerk 29 th District Agricultural Association Mother Lode Fair 220 Southgate Drive Sonora, CA Phone: (209) Fax: (209) website: 2

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Local Rules... 4 Adult Divisions Clothing & Textiles Quilting.. 6 Baked Foods Preserved Foods..8 Fruits & Vegetables.10 Composting..10 Gardening Project Floriculture..11 Floral Arrangements..12 Feature Exhibits...14 Collections Arts & Crafts Fine Arts.15 Photography.16 Wine.18 Homemade Wines Youth Divisions Clothing & Textiles..20 Baked Foods Preserved Foods...21 Fruits & Vegetables.22 Gardening Project Floral Arrangements..23 Feature Exhibits Collections Ag Mechanics th Grade California Projects Arts & Crafts Photography MISCELLANEOUS Scorecards Entry Forms Exhibitor Handbook Sponsors 3

5 LOCAL RULES 1. Applicable State Rules apply in all departments. State Rules are available online and in the Fair Administration Office. 2. LOCAL CLASSES (Other than Livestock) Entries are open to only residents and/or producers of those counties as follows: ALPINE, CALAVERAS, MARIPOSA, STANISLAUS, and TUOLUMNE, unless otherwise stated. 3. No entry fee will be refunded except as provided in the State Rules. Entry fees appear preceding each Division of the Exhibitors Handbook. No refunds of entry fees will be made for amounts of less than $ Any check returned by the bank for any reason will be levied a $25 return check charge. Any Exhibitor that hasn t made good on a returned check will have their entries disqualified from judging. 5. All entries must remain in place until the close of Fair. Exhibits (excluding livestock) will be released from 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. and 4p.m. 6p.m. Monday, July 10, No exceptions will be made for the above rule except by written permission from the Fair Manager or as otherwise stated herein. 6. If an entry is removed prior to the official release time all awards and premiums will be withheld. 7. Exhibitors must be amateurs unless division or class specifies otherwise. 8. The fair reserves the right to reject any entry if it is objectionable, or if it requires excessive space. 9. No entry will be accepted where an Exhibitor prescribes the condition under which he/she will exhibit. 10. Judging results will not be given over the telephone. 11. Entry forms may be accepted after the official closing date on an ease of processing and space available basis. Late entries will only be accepted when accompanied by a $5 processing fee. 12. The Management will not be responsible for accidents, loss, or theft that may occur to any exhibit at the Fair. Every precaution will be taken to ensure the safety of all exhibits. It is under this condition only that entries will be accepted. Any insurance desired on any entry will be the sole responsibility of the Exhibitor. 13. Checks for awards will be made payable to the Exhibitor as indicated on the entry form and will be mailed to the Exhibitor after exhibit is released. 14. All judging is final. The Judging Sheets are the ONLY official record of judging. Cash awards will be paid as recorded on the signed Judging Sheet. 15. Should a premium be found to have been obtained by mis representation or a violation of any of the rules, State or Local, the premium award shall be withheld. 16. All material used in decorating booths, exhibits and displays must comply with the State Fire codes. MOTHER LODE FAIR PROTEST POLICY & PROCEDURES 1. Protests will be considered only if there has been a violation of State or local rules. Decisions of judges, veterinarians, weigh masters and timers cannot be protested and are final. 2. All protests must be presented to the management of the fair in writing within 24 hours of the alleged violation, or 24 hours after results are available to the public. A $50 deposit must accompany protests (cash, money order, or certified check made payable to the Mother Lode Fair) or $100 if the protest relates to violations of State Rules concerning Animal Health. Deposit will be returned if the protest is determined valid. If protest is upheld, the violator may be held liable for any portion of the direct cost incurred by the Fair to resolve the protest. 3. The Fair will make every effort to resolve protests as quickly as possible. 4. Exhibits involved in a filed protest will be eligible to compete until protest is resolved. Classes that involve the protested exhibit will not become official until protest is resolved. 5. The President of the Board of Directors will appoint a committee of two Board Members, and the Fair Manager/CEO or his/her designee to hear and resolve the protest. This committee will be appointed at least 30 days before the opening of the Fair. If any of the members are unavailable, the committee Chairperson may ask another Board Member to serve. 6. Violations of State Rules may be appealed to the Division of Fairs & Expositions. 4

6 VEHICLES 1. No vehicles will be allowed on the Fairgrounds without a parking permit or vehicle permit. 2. Vehicles on the grounds parked in unauthorized areas will be towed away at the owner's expense. 3. A vehicle permit admits only the vehicle. Each occupant must have either a pass, paid admission, or wrist wrap to be allowed admittance. ADULT CLOTHING AND TEXTILES Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 6pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS All entries in these Divisions must have been produced by the Exhibitor and not previously shown at the Mother Lode Fair to be eligible for cash awards. Entries must be clean and pressed. Entries stained, soiled or showing signs of wear, will not be judged or displayed. (At judge s discretion) All pictures and wall hangings must be ready to hang with the appropriate hardware. All entries must be entered in the name of the maker. SWEEPSTAKES: Total points for placing 1 st, 2 nd or 3 rd Ribbons 1 st 3rd Best of Show Adult Clothing & Textiles:... $25.00 & Ribbon Best of Show Crochet/Knitted/Handwork:...Ribbon Best of Show Clothing:...Ribbon Best of Show Handwoven/Handspun:...Ribbon DIVISION 1 CROCHETED ITEMS CLASS 1. Afghan, any size 2. Household items 3. Accessories (hats, scarves, bags, etc.) 4. Clothing 5. Novice, any crocheted item 6. Any other crocheted item DIVISION 2 KNITTED ITEMS CLASS 1. Afghan, any size 2. Knitted clothing 3. Household items 4. Accessories (hats, scarves, bags, etc.) 5. Novice, any knitted item 6. Any other knitted item DIVISION 3 HANDWORK Needlework, Stitchery (Framed items must include wire hanger) CLASS 1. Embroidery 2. Embroidery with beads 3. Embroidery original design 4 Needlepoint 5. Needlepoint original design 5

7 6. Cross stitch 7. Cross stitch original design 8. Hand worked clothing & accessories 9. Hand worked household items (i.e. tablecloths, aprons, pillowcases, etc.) 10. Any other hand worked items 11. Any hand worked original design DIVISION 4 CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES CLASS 1. Children s clothing and accessories 2. Adult clothing 3. Formal, Victorian Dress, Wedding Ensemble 4. Leather Clothing 5. Aprons 6. Any other clothing and accessories (hats, scarves, bags, etc.) DIVISION 5 HAND WOVEN CLASS 1. Beginners, Under One (1) year experience Any Woven Item 2. Wearable (vest, jacket, clothing) 3. Accessories (scarves, hats, bags) 4. Household (towels, table runners, place mats, blankets) 5. Animal Accessories (bedding, animal blankets) 6. Wall Hangings 7. Rugs DIVISION 6 HAND SPUN CLASS 1. Beginners, Under One (1) year experience Any Hand Spun Item 2. Wearable (vest, jacket, clothing) 3. Accessories (scarves, hats, bags) 4. Household (towels, table runners, place mats, blankets) 5. Animal Accessories (bedding, animal blankets) 6. Wall Hangings 7. Rugs ADULT QUILTING Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 6pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS All entries in these Divisions must have been produced by the Exhibitor and not previously shown at the Mother Lode Fair to be eligible for cash awards. Entries must be clean and pressed. Entries stained, soiled or showing signs of wear, will not be judged or displayed. (At judge s discretion) All pictures and wall hangings must be ready to hang with the appropriate hardware. All entries must be entered in the name of the maker. SWEEPSTAKES: Total points for placing 1 st ($8.00 & Ribbon) 2 nd ($5.00 & Ribbon) or 3 rd ($3.00 & Ribbon) Best of Show Quilt...$50.00 & Ribbon Sponsored by Sierra Quilt Guild 6

8 DIVISION 7 QUILTS (Attach 4" sleeve to the top backside of each quilt and wall hanging.) CLASS 1. Quilt, hand quilted and pieced 2. Quilt, machine quilted not to exceed Quilt, machine quilted 36 or larger 4. Quilt, machine pieced, hand quilted 5. Quilt, pieced & tied 6. Quilt, hand appliqué 7. Quilt, machine applique 8. Quilt, original design 9. Quilt, baby 10. Quilt, novice 11. Group Project 12. Frayed edge Quilt 13. Quilted clothing 14. Quilted household items (i.e., place mats, table runners, wall hangings) 15. Quilted accessories (i.e., purses, wallets etc.) 16. Any other quilted item ADULT BAKED FOODS Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6th 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm Age: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS 1. All entries in these divisions must be home prepared by Exhibitor. 2. Each entry must be from a separate batch. 3. Baked foods must be delivered on sturdy paper plates, styrofoam, or cardboard forms. 4. Cookies, biscuits, rolls and muffins must be in clear zip lock bags. Quantities as follows: Whole cake, Whole pie or 4" pie, one loaf bread, ½ dozen of each entry for cookies, muffins, cupcakes, brownies, rolls, biscuits, candy. SWEEPSTAKES: Total points for placing 1 st, 2 nd, or 3 rd Ribbons 1 st 3rd Best of Show Adult Baked Foods:.. $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 8 CONFECTIONS CLASS 1. Brittle 6 pieces 2. Caramel 6 pieces 3. Fudge 6 pieces 4. Bark 6 pieces 5. Toffee 6 pieces 6. Dipped 6 pieces 7. Rocky Road 6 pieces 8. Confections, Any Other 6 pieces 9. Suckers 6 pieces 10. Gluten Free any of the (6) above items 6 pieces DIVISION 9 BREADS CLASS 1. Dessert Loaf or Mini Loaf 2. Yeast Loaf or Mini Loaf 7

9 3. Whole Wheat Loaf or Mini Loaf 4. Bread, Any Other Loaf or Mini Loaf 5. Gluten Free any of the (4) above items Loaf or Mini Loaf DIVISION 10 BISCUITS, MUFFINS & ROLLS CLASS 1. Biscuits or Rolls, Any Six (6) 2. Muffins, Any Six (6) 3. Gluten Free any of the (3) above items Six (6) DIVISION 11 CAKE CLASS 1. Frosted One (1) whole cake 2. Unfrosted One (1) whole cake 3. Bundt One (1) whole cake 4. Cheesecake One (1) whole cake 5. Coffee One (1) whole cake 6. Cupcakes Six (6), any kind 7. Cake, any other not listed. One (1) whole cake 8. Gluten Free any of the (8) above items One (1) whole cake DIVISION 12 PIES CLASS 1. Any single crust pie One (1) whole pie, or 4" pie 2. Any double crust pie One (1) whole pie, or 4" pie 3. Gluten Free any of the (2) above items One (1) whole pie, or 4 pie DIVISION 13 COOKIES CLASS 1. Brownies ½ dozen 2. Chocolate Chip - ½ dozen 3. Oatmeal - ½ dozen 4. Peanut Butter - ½ dozen 5. Sugar ½ dozen 6. Bar Cookie, Any ½ dozen 7. Fair Theme decorated, Meet Fair ½ dozen 8. Any other not listed ½ dozen 9. Gluten Free any of the (8) above items ½ dozen DIVISION 14 DECORATED CAKES Items to be home decorated by exhibitor. Forms, or cardboard may be used instead of a baked product. CLASS 1. Decorated Cake, Any 2. Decorated Cake, Fair Theme, Meet the Fair ADULT PRESERVED FOODS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS Exhibitor is required to bring two identical jars for each entry. One jar will be opened and judged; the other will be displayed during the Fair. The label must include the product name, the date of preservation, the canning method used, the processing time, the Division and Class. Entries without this information will be disqualified and will not be accepted. Jars that have been judged may be picked up the day after judging. Date will be announced. 8

10 All entries must be home prepared and canned and packaged by the Exhibitor within one year of opening day of the Fair. Items shown at previous Fairs are not eligible. All items being considered for cash awards will be opened. All jars must be STANDARD and SEALED. No paraffin or wax seals. No freezer preserves. A STANDARD JAR is a container specifically designed for canning purposes. Note: Jars must be sealed with RUST FREE RINGS. Entries with rust will be disqualified. (Jars should not be cooled upside down.) Canning Methods: All preserved foods must be processed using one of these canning methods: A.) Water Bath Method or B.) Pressure Canner Method. Steam canners are not recommended because processing times for use with current models have not been adequately researched. Headspace: Directions for canning specify leaving 1/4 inch for jams and jellies, ½ inch for fruits and tomatoes to be processed in boiling water, and from 1 to 1 1/4 inches in low acid foods to be processed in a pressure canner. Note: Correct process time at higher elevations by adding 1 additional minute per 1,000 ft. above sea level. Labels must be placed on each jar. The canning method and processing time may be listed as follows: EXAMPLE If the Water Bath Method is used for 35 minutes, list as A/35 min. Or, if the Pressure Canner Method is used for 20 minutes, list as B/20 min. All vegetables must be canned under pressure. Tomatoes & fruits must be processed in a boiling water bath. SWEEPSTAKES: Total points for placing 1 st, 2 nd or 3 rd, Ribbons 1 st 3 rd Best of Show, Adult Preserved Foods:.$25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 15 PRESERVED FOOD (½ PINT OR LARGER, LABEL PROCESS) CLASS 1. Jam Any Fruit 2. Jam Any Berry 3. Jelly Any Fruit 4. Jelly Any Spice or Pepper 5. Any Marmalade 6. Any Butter 7. Any Honey 8. Sugar Free of the above (8) 9. Tomatoes 10. Peppers 11. Any Other Vegetable 12. AnyPickles 13. Any Olives 14. Any Relish 15. Any Salsa 16. Any Dried Fruit 4oz. minimum zip lock bag 17. Any Dried Vegetable 4oz. minimum zip lock bag 18. Any Dried Meat 4oz. minimum zip lock bag 19. Any Dried Herb 2oz. minimum zip lock bag 20. Any Other (i.e. vinegars, mustard) 21. Any Other Sauce (i.e., chocolate sauce) 22. Any Other Curds (i.e., Lemon Curd) 23. Any Chutney 9

11 ADULT FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30 & 4pm 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging. ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS PER CLASS YOU MAY ENTER AS MANY CLASSES AS YOU WISH The quality desired in agriculture and horticulture exhibits is the quality that brings the best financial return in the commercial market. All exhibits should be in a mature state and not overripe. The exhibit should be uniform commercial size, rather than overgrown. Exhibits must be clean of dirt and insects. Exhibits should be attractively arranged in a suitable container Best of show Adult Fruits and Vegetables:... Ribbon & $25 Gift Card Sponsored by Columbia Nursery & Florist DIVISION 16 HOME GROWN FRUIT, VEGETABLES (Market Size) CLASS 1. A single container of any fruit 2. A single container of any vegetable ADULT COMPOSTING Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30 & 4pm 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging. Entries must be submitted in a 1 gallon size, clear, resealable food storage bag. Exhibitors name needs to be attached on each bag. Compost to be made from household and yard waste. Indicate what kinds of household and yard waste was used. Submit a photo of your compost bin and a brief description of your technique; cold, warm, worm, etc. Best of show Adult Compost:.Ribbon DIVISION 17 HOME COMPOSTING CLASS 1. Entry consists of 1 sample of finished compost ADULT GARDEN PROJECT Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm 10

12 AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging 1. Outdoor Garden is to be planted in a wheelbarrow, garden cart, or small wagon. Container must be preplanted, and contain a minimum of 5 varieties of plants to be eligible. Plants should be labeled. 2. Miniature Gardens must contain at least 3 varieties of plants to be eligible. Glassware, buckets, pails, used for display must come from the Exhibitor 3. Creativity is encouraged, have fun with it! Best of Show, Adult Garden Project:.. Ribbon & $25 Gift Card Sponsorship Provided by Nature s Whole Food Depot DIVISION 18 OUTDOOR GARDEN PROJECT DIVISION 19 MINIATURE GARDEN PROJECT Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Individual 2. Group ADULT FLORICULTURE Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30 and 4 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS 1. Exhibits in the Floriculture Department, except arrangements, must have been grown by the exhibitor. 2. Exhibitors must have owned potted plants for at least six (6) months and African violets for three (3) months prior to the fair. 3. Horticulture exhibits must have been grown by the Exhibitor at least three months prior to the Fair. There is no time limit on terrariums. 4. Plants and arrangements must not be any larger or heavier than exhibitor can handle. 5. There will be a place provided to arrange flowers prior to entering them. Some plant foliage must be left on cut flowers. 6. All pots must be clean. Cans are not acceptable as containers. All pots must have drainage saucers. 7. All flowering type plants must be in bloom with flowers as nearly perfect as possible. 8. One plant per pot is allowed unless otherwise noted. 9. No artificial or plastic flowers or foliage permitted, except when specifically stated. Only fresh and dried plant material may be used in the appropriate Divisions, except where otherwise stated. 10. All entries must be in place and complete by the entry closing time. No entries will be accepted after that time. 11. Exhibitors must set up and leave the building within the allotted set up time. This is so employees can prepare for judging. Only fair staff will be allowed in the exhibit building during and after judging. 12. Exhibits may be moved after judging by fair staff only to a permanent place for fair time display. Every effort will be made to set up the display in the same manner it was displayed for judging. 13. Exhibitor s may not move, touch, handle, or rearrange an entry owned by another exhibitor. 14. Please review your entry form for correctness. Each exhibitor is responsible for selecting the proper class to enter. 15. All entries must be picked up within the allotted time. It is your responsibility to make arrangements to recover your items. 16. It is the exhibitor s responsibility to read and follow all instructions and guidelines. Any exhibitor not following these guidelines will be disqualified. 11

13 SWEEPSTAKES: Total points for scoring 1 st, 2 nd, or 3 rd, Ribbons, 1 st 3 rd Best of Show Adult Floriculture: $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 20 ANNUAL & PERENNIAL CUT FLOWERS, BULBS Vases can be supplied by the Fair CLASS 1. Any Annual 2. Any Perennial 3. Any Bulb DIVISION 21 ROSES Vases can be supplied by the Fair. CLASS 1. Hybrid Tea/Grandiflora (1bloom per stem) 2. Floribunda (1 bloom per stem) 3. Miniature (1 bloom per stem, or spray) 4. Climbers (1 bloom per stem or spray) 5. Shrub, Polyantha, Landscape Roses; (1 spray) 6. Old Garden Roses (1 bloom per stem, or spray) 7. Bouquet (12 stems) DIVISION 22 CUT HERBS - IN WATER Vases can be supplied by the Fair. CLASS 1. Culinary Herbs, 3 or more kinds, identify 2. Medicinal Herbs, 3 or more kinds, identify 3. Fragrance Herbs, 3 or more kinds, identify DIVISION 23 POTTED PLANTS - Saucer Required CLASS 1. Any Indoor Potted Plant 2. Any Outdoor Potted Plant 3. Any Potted Herb 4. Any Hanging Plant 5. Any Dish Garden 6. Any Other DIVISION 24 CACTI AND SUCCULENTS - Saucer Required CLASS 1. Any Cactus 2. Any Succulent 3. Any Other ADULT FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS 1. Open classes are open to all Arrangers. 2. Place setting is to include napkin, china, glass, and/or cup, place mat or folded material and centerpiece containing any floral material. Silverware & plastic permitted. Maximum space provided is 24" X 18." (Placed horizontally ONLY) 3. Picture Boxes will not be provided. If exhibitor wishes to provide their own box, a space, 23" wide, 28" high and 15" deep shall be provided. Materials shall not extend beyond the front of the box. 12

14 Backgrounds may be used. 4. All entries must be in place and complete by the entry closing time. No entries will be accepted after that time. 5. Exhibitors must set up and leave the building within the allotted set up time; this is so employees can prepare for judging. Only fair staff will be allowed in the exhibit building during and after judging. 6. Exhibits may be moved after judging by fair staff to a permanent place for fair time display. Every effort will be made to set up the display in the same manner it was displayed for judging. 7. Exhibitors may not move, touch, handle, or rearrange an entry owned by another exhibitor. 8. Please review your entry form for correctness. Each exhibitor is responsible for selecting the proper class to enter. 9. All entries must be picked up within the allotted time. It is your responsibility to make arrangements to recover your items. 10. It is the exhibitor s responsibility to read and follow all instructions and guidelines. Any exhibitor not following these guidelines will be disqualified. SWEEPSTAKES: Total points for scoring 1 st, 2 nd, or 3 rd, Ribbons, 1 st 3 rd Best of Show, Adult Floral Arrangements:. $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 25 FRESH FLORAL DESIGNS: All fresh designs must contain fresh plant material which may NOT be painted or treated. A minimal amount of accents may be incorporated into arrangement. CLASS 1. Novice Arrangement using old tin ware container 2. Open Arrangement using rope and colors. 3. Open Miniature arrangement using a basket. Limit 6"w x 6"h 4. Open Arrangement using brown and orange hues 5. Open Arrangement using yellow hues and something shiny 6. Open Picture Box depict the Fair Theme. (Meet the Fair ) DIVISION 26 DRY FLORAL DESIGNS: Dry floral designs to consist of dry materials. Accents incorporated into arrangement permitted. Dried plant material may be dyed, painted or treated. CLASS 1. Novice Arrangement using these two colors blue & green. 2. Open Arrangement with the use of gold 3. Open Table center piece 4. Open Arrangement, using at least 4 colors 5. Open Picture Box with agriculture miniatures DIVISION 27 SILK FLORAL DESIGNS: Silk floral designs to consist of silk flowers and foliage. Accents incorporated into arrangement permitted. CLASS 1. Novice Arrangement incorporating flags with flowers 2. Open Arrangement using gingham 3. Open Miniature Arrangement. No larger than 5"w x 5"h 4. Open Arrangement using a rainbow of colors. 5. Open Picture Box with Americana Theme. DIVISION 28 PLACE SETTING & ARRANGEMENTS: Place setting must fit in a 24"x18" space. Placemat must be placed horizontally ONLY. CLASS 1. Novice Place setting & Arrangement. 2. Open Place setting & Arrangement. PROFESSIONAL/COMMERCIAL FLORAL DESIGN RULES & INFORMATION: For exhibition only will not be judged. No awards will be given. Signage is limited to 5½ x 8". Size limit: 24" x 24". 13

15 ENTRY FEE: None. DIVISION 28 PROFESSIONAL/COMMERCIAL FLORAL DESIGN CLASS 1. Arrangement Small Scale. 2. Arrangement Large Scale. ADULT FEATURE EXHIBITS TUOLUMNE COUNTY COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION EXHIBITS Booth Set Up Location: TBA, Wednesday & Thursday, July 5 6, 1pm 6pm (Each Day Only) Booth Tear Down: Monday, July 10, 10am 6pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging Limited to organizations of Tuolumne County. Feature Booths will follow the Fair s theme, Meet the Fair, along with providing an opportunity to acquaint the public with a specific phase of their program/organization. Judges will insist upon a high quality of products and materials used in the exhibit. High scoring exhibits will be artistically arranged, colorful, attractive, and well lighted. Booth Size: 10'x10'x8'. Feature Booths shall be limited to one (1) entry per organization. Feature Booths must be designed, constructed, and installed by organization members. Exhibitors must make arrangements to replace all perishables which deteriorate during the fair. Limited to non commercial exhibits. ENTRY FEE: $20.00 AWARDS OFFERED: Ribbons, 1st 3 rd Best of Show Adult Feature Exhibit:... $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 30 ADULT FEATURE BOOTH CLASS 1. Open to any group or organization in Tuolumne County. ADULT COLLECTIONS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging Best of Show Adult Collections:...Ribbon DIVISION 31 COLLECTIONS American System of Judging Limited to space size of 12"x12"x24". Collection must be in its own display case. Quality of the collection is judged, not quantity. CLASS 1. Any Collection (i.e. thimble collection, mini tea set, stamp collection, etc 14

16 ADULT ARTS & CRAFTS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS All entries in these Divisions must have been produced by the Exhibitor and not previously shown at the Mother Lode Fair. All pictures and wall hangings must be ready to hang with the appropriate hardware. All entries must be entered in the name of the maker. Best of Show Adult Arts & Crafts:...Ribbon DIVISION 32 HAND CRAFTS CLASS 1. Jewelry 2. Wood 3. Metal 4. Leather 5. Mosaic 6. Ceramics 7. Pottery 8. Sculpting 9. Any Other ADULT FINE ARTS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 11, 10am 12:30pm and 4 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging. ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS Open to all residents of California. Open divisions allow anyone to enter, including amateur, advanced or professionals. Amateur, one who cultivates any study of art without pursuing it professionally for gain. Any exhibit in the Fine Art Division must have been produced by exhibitor and not previously exhibited at the Mother Lode Fair. All pictures must be framed and equipped with screw eyes on back, tightly wired and ready to hang. Any entry which lacks good taste will be disqualified. No wet paintings will be accepted. Size limit 30" x 36". Best Fair Theme Open Any entered item incorporating a Meet the Fair theme will automatically be judged a second time:.. $25.00 & Ribbon Best of Show Fine Art Open:. Ribbon Best of Show Amateur Fine Art:. Ribbon FINE ART OPEN 15

17 DIVISION 33 OIL, ACRYLIC DIVISION 34 WATERCOLOR DIVISION 35 GRAPHIC ART, MIXED MEDIA, DRAWING Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Animal 2. Landscape, seascape 3. Portrait, people 4. Floral 5. Any other DIVISION 36 ABSTRACT CLASS 1. Oil, acrylic 2. Watercolor 3. Any other DIVISION 37 3 DIMENSIONAL WORK CLASS 1. Sculpture 2. Any Other FINE ART AMATURE Amateur is one who cultivates any study of art without pursuing it professionally for gain. DIVISION 38 OIL DIVISION 39 ACRYLIC DIVISION 40 WATERCOLOR DIVISION 41 MISCELLANEOUS MEDIA DIVISION 42 PASTELS, CHARCOAL, MIXED MEDIA, OTHER Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Abstract 2. Animal 3. Floral 4. Landscape, seascape 5. Portrait, people 6. Still Life 7. Any other ADULT PHOTOGRAPHY Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: 18 Years or Older RULES & INFORMATION: American System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS No frames allowed. All prints must be matted on suitable mat. Finished product should be no larger than 16" x 20" and no smaller than 8" x 10". No photos smaller than 5" X 7", except Story Board Grouping. Open to all residents of California. Open divisions allow anyone to enter, including amateur, advanced or professionals. Amateur, one who cultivates any study of art without pursuing it professionally for gain. 16

18 Entries must be the work of Exhibitor (except for film processing). Prints must be black & white or color photographs. Any photograph showing lack of good taste will be disqualified. Recommended plastic sleeves for photo photographs. No glue, hooks or frames. Best Fair Theme Photography: Any entered item incorporating the Meet Fair theme will automatically be judged a second time.. $25.00 & Ribbon Best of Show Open Photography:.. Ribbon Best of Show Amateur Photography... Ribbon PHOTOGRAPHY OPEN Best of Show Open Photography: Ribbon DIVISION 43 BLACK & WHITE PRINTS OPEN DIVISION 44 COLOR PRINTS OPEN Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Animals 2. Architectural 3. Children 4. Flowers and Floral 5. Landscape 6. Seascape 7. People at Play or Work 8. Portraits 9. Still Life 10. Sunrise or Sunset 11. Story Board Grouping Multiple photos, 1 mat Finished product: max. 16"x20. No photo smaller than 3"x 5". 12. Selfies (Must be tasteful and no larger than 5x7) 13. Other DIVISION 45 LIFE IN TUOLUMNE COUNTY OPEN All photos must have been taken in Tuolumne County. CLASS 1. People of Tuolumne County 2. Mountains in Tuolumne County 3. Creeks, Rivers and Streams in Tuolumne County 4. Churches in Tuolumne County 5. Rock Walls in Tuolumne County 6. Main Streets or Store Fronts in Tuolumne County 7. Landmarks in Tuolumne County 8. Ranch Life in Tuolumne County 9. Story Board Grouping Multiple photos, 1 mat (Finished product: max. 16"x20"). No photo smaller than 3"x5". AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY Amateur is one who cultivates any study of art without pursuing it professionally for gain. 17

19 Best of Show Amateur Photography: Ribbon Best of Division..Ribbon DIVISION 46 BLACK & WHITE PRINTS AMATEUR DIVISION 47 COLOR PRINTS AMATEUR Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Animals 2. Architectural 3. Children 4. Flowers and Floral 5. Landscape 6. Seascape 7. People at Play or Work 8. Portraits 9. Still Life 10. Sunrise or Sunset 11. Story Board Grouping Multiple photos, 1 mat Finished product: max. 16"x20". No photo smaller than 3"x5" 12. Selfies (Must be tasteful and no larger than 5x7) 13. Other WINE Fair Administration Office any time prior to Monday, June 12, 9am 3pm BONDED WINERIES RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging Any wine produced from grapes grown in California by a bonded winery may be entered. Wine must be delivered to Fair Office on or before Monday, June 12, 2016 (9am 3pm) to be judged. NO EXCEPTIONS. Deliver or ship to Mother Lode Fair, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora Ca Please ship entry form, fees, and wine together (place entry form and fees at top of box in a separate envelope). Wine Judged: Private blind tasting will be held in June. All entries will become the property of the 29 th District Agricultural Association and will not be returned. Entry consists of one (1) bottle of 750 ml. for judging and two (2) bottles 750 ml. for display (Dessert Wines can be 375 ml.). ENTRY FEE: $15.00 per entry per class No entry limit provided entries are different (i.e. vintage date, variety, etc.). Best of The Mother Lode :... $25.00 & Ribbon Best of Show White Wine:... Ribbon Best of Show Rose:... Ribbon Best of Show Red Wine:... Ribbon Best of Show Dessert Wine:... Ribbon COMMERCIAL WINES DIVISION 48 WHITE WINE CLASS 1. Sauvignon Blanc 2. Pinot Grigio 3. Viognier 4. Chardonnay 5. Semillon 6. Verdelho 7. Vermentino 8. Gewurztraminer 9. Other Varietal 10. Other Blend or Generic 18

20 DIVISION 49 ROSE CLASS 1. Rose Varietal 2. Rose Generic 3. White Zinfandel DIVISION 50 RED WINE CLASS 1. Pinot Noir 2. Sangiovese 3. Grenache 4. Barbera 5. Merlot 6. Rhone Varietal 7. Tempranillo DIVISION 113 RED WINE CONT. 8. Italian Varietal 9. Other Varietal 10. Zinfandel 11. Cabernet Franc 12. Meritage 13. Malbec 14. Other Blend 15. Mourvedre 16. Cabernet Sauvignon 17. Syrah Shiraz 18. Petite Syrah DIVISION 51 DESSERT & FORTIFIED CLASS 1. Sweet White Muscat and Other 2. Sherry Sweet 3. Sherry Dry 4. Zinfandel Late Harvest 5. Non Vintage Port 6. Vintage Port 7. Fruit or Berry Non Grape 8. Other Dessert Wine DIVISION 52 COMMERCIAL WINE BOTTLE LABEL No Limit, mounted on mat board CLASS 1. Most attractive Commercial Wine Label HOME MADE WINES RULES & INFORMATION: Any wine produced from grapes grown in California may be entered. Wine must be delivered to Fair Office on or before Monday, June 12, 2017 (9am 3pm) to be judged. NO EXCEPTIONS. Deliver or ship to Mother Lode Fair, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora Ca Please ship entry form, fees, and wine together (place entry form and fees at top of box in a separate envelope). Wine Judged: Private blind tasting will be held in June. All entries will become the property of the 29 th District Agricultural Association and will not be returned. Entry consists of one (1) bottle of 750 ml. for judging and one (2) bottle 750 ml. for display (Dessert Wines can be 375 ml.). No entry limit provided entries are different (i.e. vintage date, variety etc.). ENTRY FEE: $5.00 per entry per class Best of Show White Wine:. Ribbon Best of Show Red Wine:. Ribbon DIVISION 53 WHITE WINE CLASS 1. Sauvignon Blanc 2. Chardonnay 3. Viognier 4. Other White Varietal 5. Other White Blends DIVISION 54 RED WINE CLASS 1. Merlot 2. Zinfandel 3. Cabernet Sauvignon 4. Syrah 5. Other Red Blends 6. Other Red Varietal DIVISION 55 ROSE CLASS 1. Roses and Blush Wines DIVISION 56 DESSERT/FORTIFIES WINES CLASS 1. Any DIVISION 57 HOME MADE WINE BOTTLE LABEL No Limit, mounted on mat board CLASS 1. Most attractive Home Made Wine Label 19

21 YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR CLOTHING AND TEXTILES Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS All entries in these Divisions must have been produced by the Exhibitor and not previously shown at the Mother Lode Fair to be eligible for cash awards. Entries must be clean and pressed. Entries stained soiled or showing signs of wear, will not be judged or displayed. All pictures and wall hangings must be ready to hang with the appropriate hardware. All entries must be entered in the name of the maker. Best of Show Junior/Senior Clothing & Textiles: $25.00 and Ribbon Sponsored by Sierra Quilt Guild DIVISION 58 JUNIOR (9 13 YEARS OLD) CLASS 1. Any knitted, crocheted, needlework or stitchery item 2. Clothing one item 3. Clothing 2 coordinating items 4. Clothing 3 or more coordinating pieces 5. Accessories (hats, scarves, bags, etc.) 6. Household items 7. Quilt DIVISION 59 SENIOR (14-18 YEARS OLD) CLASS 1. Any knitted, crocheted, needlework or stitchery item 2. Clothing one item 3. Clothing 2 coordinating items 4. Clothing 3 or more coordinating pieces 5. Accessories (hats, scarves, bags, etc.) 6. Household items 7. Quilt YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR BAKED FOODS Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6th 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS 1. All entries in these divisions must be home prepared by Exhibitor. 2. Each entry must be from a separate batch. 3. Baked foods must be delivered on sturdy paper plates, styrofoam, or cardboard forms. 20

22 4. Cookies, biscuits, rolls and muffins must be in clear zip lock bags. Quantities as follows: Whole cake, Whole pie or 4" pie, one loaf bread, ½ dozen of each entry for cookies, muffins, cupcakes, brownies, rolls, biscuits, candy. AWARD OFFERED: 1 st Place $3.00 and Ribbon, 2 nd Place $2.00 and Ribbon, 3 rd Place $1.00 and Ribbon Best of Show Youth Junior/Senior Baked Foods:.. $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 60 BAKED FOODS CLASS 1. Cake, one or two layer, One (1) whole cake 2. Cake, decorated, One (1) whole cake 3. Cake, decorated, Fair Theme, Meet the Fair, One (1) whole cake 4. Cupcake, Six (6) any kind 5. Cookies, Chocolate Chip, ½ dozen 6. Cookies, Peanut Butter, ½ dozen 7. Cookies, decorated, Fair Theme, Meet the Fair 8. Cookies, any other, 9. Brownies, ½ dozen 10. Bar Cookie, Any ½ dozen 11. Candy & Confections, 6 pieces 12. Dessert Bread, Loaf, or Mini Loaf 13. Yeast Bread, Loaf, or Mini Loaf 14. Muffins, Six (6) 15. Pie, One (1) whole pie, or 4" pie 16. Any other Baked Foods 17. Gluten Free of any of the (16) above items YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR PRESERVED FOODS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging. (See Adult Rules & Information). ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS Best of Show Youth Junior/Senior Preserved Foods: $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 61 PRESERVES (½ PINT OR LARGER, LABEL PROCESS) CLASS 1. Fruit Jam 2. Berry Jam 3. Fruit Jelly 4. Berry Jelly 5. Sugar Free of the (4) above 5. Pickles 6. Fruits and Vegetables 7. Any Dried Food (i.e. fruit, vegetable, meat, herb 4oz. minimum zip lock bag 21

23 YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30 & 4pm 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS PER CLASS YOU MAY ENTER AS MANY CLASSES AS YOU WISH All exhibits should be in a mature state and not overripe. The exhibit should be uniform commercial size, rather than overgrown. Exhibits must be clean of dirt and insects. Best of Show Youth Fruits & Vegetables...Ribbon & $25 Gift Card Sponsored by Columbia Nursery & Florist DIVISION 62 HOME GROWN FRUIT & VEGETABLES (Market Size) CLASS 1. A single container of any fruit 2. A single container of any Vegetable YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR GARDEN PROJECT Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging 1. Garden is to be planted in a wheelbarrow, garden cart, or small wagon. 2. Container must be pre planted, and contain a minimum of 5 varieties of plants to be eligible. Plants should be labeled. 3. Creativity is encouraged, have fun with it! Best of Show Youth Garden Project:..Ribbon & $25 Gift Card Sponsorship Provided by Nature s Whole Food Depot DIVISION 63 JUNIOR (9 13 YEARS OLD) GARDEN PROJECT DIVISION 64 SENIOR (14 18 YEARS OLD) GARDEN PROJECT Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Individual 2. Group 22

24 YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS Sierra Building, Thursday, July 6, 8am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging Designs in these Divisions must contain fresh flowers. Vases can be supplied by the Fair. Place setting is to include napkin, china, glass, and/or cup, place mat or folded material and centerpiece containing any floral material. Place mat placed horizontally ONLY. Silverware & plastic permitted. Maximum space provided is 24" X 18". Best of Show Youth Floral Arrangements:... $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 65 JUNIOR (9 13 YEARS OLD) DIVISION 66 SENIOR (14 18 YEARS OLD) Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Table Arrangement 2. Place Setting and Arrangement 3. Mini Gardens Use small container (egg shell, teacup, spray can cap, etc.) Saucer Required. 4. Best Pressed Flower matted for display YOUTH JUINIOR/SENIOR FEATURE EXHIBITS TUOLUMNE COUNTY YOUTH ORGANIZATION EXHIBITS Entry form due by: Monday, June 12, 2016 Booth Set Up Location: TBA, Wednesday & Thursday, July 6 7, 1pm 6pm (Each Day Only) Booth Tear Down: Monday, July 11, 10am 6pm RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging Limited to residents of Tuolumne County. Feature Booths will follow the Fair s theme, Meet the Fair, along with providing an opportunity to acquaint the public with a specific phase of their program/organization. Judges will insist upon a high quality of products and materials used in the exhibit. High scoring exhibits will be artistically arranged, colorful, attractive, and well lighted. Booth Size: 10'x10'x8. Feature Booths shall be limited to one (1) entry per Chapter/Club/School Classroom. Feature Booths must be designed, constructed, and installed by organization members. Exhibitors must make arrangements to replace all perishables which deteriorate during the fair. Limited to non commercial exhibits. ENTRY FEE: $20.00 AWARDS OFFERED: Ribbons, 1 st 3 rd Best of Show Youth Feature Exhibit:... $25.00 & Ribbon DIVISION 67 YOUTH FEATURE BOOTH CLASS 1. Open to any Chapter/Club/School Classroom/Group or Organization in Tuolumne County. 23

25 YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR COLLECTIONS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging Best of Show Youth Collections:...Ribbon DIVISION 68 COLLECTIONS Danish System of Judging Limited to space size of 12"x12"x24". Collection must be in its own display case with glass front. Quality of the collection is judged, not quantity. CLASS 1. Any Collection (i.e. thimble, doll, mini tea set, stamp collection, etc.) YOUTH AG MECHANICS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging All work must be the product of Exhibitor. The Exhibitor is not required to own the exhibit. No Exhibitor may enter more than one article from the same pattern. Best of Show Youth Ag Mechanics...Ribbon DIVISION 69 AG MECHANICS CLASS 1. Cold, forge metal project 2. Sheet metal project 3. Woodwork project 4. Plumbing project 5. Electrical project 6. Rope project 7. Any other 24

26 4 TH GRADE CALIFORNIA SCHOOL PROJECTS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: 4 th GRADE ONLY RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging Best of Show 4 th Grade California School Project:...Ribbon DIVISION 70 CALIFORNIA School Projects (4 TH Grade Only) CLASS 1. California Mission 2. Other California School Project YOUTH FINE ARTS & CRAFTS Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30 and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: Pre School 12 th Grade RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS All entries in this Division must have been produced by the Exhibitor. And not previously shown at the Mother Lode Fair. All hangable work must be matted for hanging, construction paper is acceptable. If framed, must have hanger attached to back. Best of Show Youth Fine Arts & Crafts: Ribbon Best of Division:...Ribbon DIVISION 71 PRE SCHOOL THRU THIRD GRADE DIVISION 72 FOURTH GRADE THRU EIGHTH GRADE DIVISION 73 NINETH GRADE THRU TWELFTH GRADE Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Model Cars, Airplanes, Rockets 2. Beadwork 3. Collage 4. Legos Small (Must be mounted on a board) 5. Legos Medium (Must be mounted on a board) 6. Legos Large (Size not to exceed 36" x 36 ) (Must be mounted on a board) 7. Crayon Drawing 8. Pencil Drawing 9. Felt Tip Drawing 10. Chalk, Pastel, and Charcoal 11. Sculpture 12. Pottery Clay 13. Painting (Canvas, paper, rocks, wood etc.) 14. Any Other 25

27 YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHY Sierra Building, Tuesday, June 20, 10am 6pm or Wednesday, June 21, 9am 1pm Pick up entry: Sierra Building, Monday, July 10, 10am 12:30pm and 4pm 6:30pm AGE: JUNIOR: 9 13 years old as of December 31, 2016 SENIOR: years old as of December 31, 2016 RULES & INFORMATION: Danish System of Judging ENTRIES ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS No frames allowed. All prints must be matted on suitable 8" x 10" paper. Entries must be the work of the exhibitor except for film processing. Best Fair Theme Photography: Any entered item incorporating the Meet the Fair theme will automatically be judged a second time......$25.00 & Ribbon Best of Show Youth Photography:... Ribbon Best of Division:.Ribbon DIVISION 74 JUNIOR (9 13 YEARS OLD) PHOTOGRAPHY DIVISION 75 SENIOR (14 18 YEARS OLD) PHOTOGRAPHY Please select the appropriate class for the above divisions. CLASS 1. Black and white print. 2. Color print. 3. Computer generated any subject. 4. Photo story, any subject, mounted on suitable paper. No smaller than 8" x 10", no larger than 18" x 24". DIVISION 108 YOUTH JUNIOR/SENIOR LIFE IN TUOLUMNE COUNTY Please select the appropriate class for the above division, CLASS 1. People of Tuolumne County 2. Scenes of Tuolumne County 3. Ranch Life of Tuolumne County 4. Animal(s) of Tuolumne County VEGETABLES & FRUIT Arrangement: Properly displayed, neat, correct label 15% Type & Size: True to type or variety..15% Uniformity: In size, color, shape..20% Condition: Well grown, good color, shape, size, clean..20% Market quality... 30% TOTAL 100 SCORECARDS 26

28 SCORECARDS ADULT FEATURE EXHIBIT Educational Value...30% Displaying the Fair theme along with organizations program in a manner made most interesting and informative to the public. Use of readable labeling, concise legends and other visual educational aids using a minimum of brand names. Ingenuity...30% Cleverness and skill in design and/or contrivances used to illustrate or represent such as miniatures, diagrams, models, photographs, etc. should adhere to scale; inconspicuous detail not required. Attractiveness...20% Effective use of composition, animation, color and/or other exhibit aids to enhance appearance, create interest and invite closer inspection. Lighting...5% Dramatic effects, color and/or any other technique enhancing the exhibit. Completeness...15% Includes all important aspects or components of the booth subject or theme and utilizes to best advantage all of the space allotted. TOTAL % CLOTHING & TEXTILES Workmanship...60% Cut on grain, seams even, suitably finished, stitching machine/hand, zipper or placket, darts, hems, waistline, neckline finish or collar, sleeves or armholes buttons or fasteners belts, pockets, etc. Interfacing, lining, other General Appearance...40% For coordinated items consider relationship of color, texture, style clean, ready for display well pressed, outside and inside fabric & trim appropriate for style. Total % QUILTS & QUILTED ITEMS Visual Statement...50% Visual impact outstanding or special qualities 50% Pattern Use & Design...10% Balance Rhythm Design flow Color...10% Construction...10% Points and corners meet precisely curves are smooth stitches invisible cross stitches going same way Quilting/Ties...10% Evenly spaced stitches of uniform length Binding or Edge...10% Both sides and ends even length Total % NEEDLEWORK General Appearance...40% Clean, neat, ready for exhibit individuality of design, color & texture harmony Workmanship...40% Stitched, even, secure neat consistent direction thread/yarn ends joined or woven inconspicuously secure Suitability...20% Sturdy enough for intended use material suitably for article Total % BREADS, MUFFINS & ROLLS Flavor... 35% Taste and aroma sweet, nutty blended. Texture... 25% No streaks or close grain; size and uniformity of cell walls; elasticity. General Appearance... 15% Shape (proper dome ); smoothness; crust color. Lightness... 10% Crust... 15% Thickness; quality; crispness; tenderness and uniformity Total...100% CAKES Texture... 35% Butter Cakes tender; fine; even grain; moist but elastic. Fruit Cakes not sticky or gummy, dry or crumbly. Flavor... 35% Delicate and pleasing; natural flavor of ingredients. Appearance... 30% Surface (crust or frosting). Crust color; texture; depth. Frosting glossy, not granular; soft, not stocky; suitable flavor. Filling (if appropriate) minimum 1/4 inch; fluffy; good flavor blend with cake. Total...100% CONFECTIONS Flavor... 30% Blended; high quality; pleasing Texture... 30% Crystalline velvety, creamy. Consistency... 25% Crystalline firm, not hard or soft. Non crystalline should hold shape; no crystals. Appearance... 15% Non crystalline smooth. Total...100% COOKIES ROLLED, DROPPED Texture... 35% Characteristic of type. Flavor... 35% Natural flavor of ingredients no off flavor. Appearance... 30% Outside uniform color & size (not over 3 inches). Total...100% PRESERVES, JAMS, JELLIES & MARMALADES Texture... 35% Characteristic of type. Flavor... 35% Characteristic not excessively sweet or over cooked. Appearance... 30% Color characteristic of fruit (15); Clearness jellies (10); Container practical; clean; sealed lids; neatly labeled (5). Total...100% 27