4-H Newsletter | Pre-Fair Information 2021
The 2021 Dallas County Fair is Back!
The 2021 Dallas County Fair is BACK! (and we are SO excited!)
In this newsletter - you will find some helpful information about what to expect at the fair this year. The 2021 Dallas County Fair will run from July 7th - 11th, 2021, with each day packed with entertainment, livestock shows, and more.
Here's to making new friends, trying new things, and purple ribbons!

See you all soon -
Allie

Print out the tri-fold below!
Print out the pamphlet below for a 4-H'ers pocket guide to the
Dallas County Fair!
Do you have a unique talent?
Calling all singers, dancers, jugglers, & actors! Do you have a unique talent you would like to share at the 2021 Dallas County Fair? Consider participating in 'Share the Fun!"
Purpose: Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to share their skills and talents before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dance, and other entertainment will be acceptable. All performances must be appropriate for presentation to a general audience.

If you are planning to participate in Share the Fun - please email awisger@iastate.edu !
Static Exhibit Information & Tips
Static Exhibit Judging Information
If you are unable to attend during your club's judging time - you may attend during a different time period. If you are unable to attend judging on July 5th, please contact the extension office and we will figure something out! Below you will find some quick links to more information about static categories - if your project area is not listed, click "Everything Else!"
Outstanding 4th Static Exhibit Award coming to the 2021 Dallas County Fair!
Calling all 4th graders, this is for YOU! Because 4th-grade exhibitors are unable to have projects move on to the Iowa State Fair, we have had a generous sponsor reach out to offer one talented 4th grader an "Outstanding 4th Grade Static Exhibit Award". Make your mark at your first county fair! We can't wait to see your projects!
Have you started your static exhibit reports?
One of the most important parts of a great static exhibit is an equally great report form! While Dallas County currently does not have a specific template for a report - there are a few things that all reports should include. Click the button below for more information and a standard report template!

  • What was your goal?
  • How did you make your project?
  • How did you reach your goal?
  • What did you learn?
  • What challenges did you face?
Livestock Information & Tips
You've worked all year with your animal,
now it's show time!
Interested in learning more about your species? Click one of the links below!
Check out the 4-H show schedule and 2021 Dallas County Fair Book!
Click the link below to view the most current 2021 Dallas County Fair Rule Book & schedule!

PLEASE pay special attention to the 2021 livestock health requirements:
Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goats, and Horses will be required to have current health papers at the 2021 Dallas County Fair Livestock check-in.
Virtual Premium Auction
Did you sign up to participate in the 2021 Dallas County 4-H/FFA virtual premium auction? See some information below to share with friends, family, community members, and others! Bidding can happen here: https://bid.dreamdirt.com/auction/dallas-county-fair-4-h-ffa-premium-auction-348/bidgallery/
Pet, Bucket & Bottle Calf Reports!
Just like static exhibits, Pets, Bucket, & Bottle Calves also need to complete reports for the county fair. Pets do not have a specific report form, but their reports need to include topics such as:
  • Animal Care
  • Animal Diet
  • Things you do with your pet
  • What you have learned from having your pet
Activities & Everything Else Fair!
County Council's 4-H Member of the Day!
NEW at the 2021 Dallas County Fair 🍀 Dallas County’s 4-H Youth Council will be sponsoring a “4-H Member of the Day” award during the fair week. This award will be given to 4-H’ers who demonstrate excellent sportsmanship, herdsmanship, or are witnessed doing any sort of other good deed during the fair. 4-H members of the day will receive a fabulous prize! Information about nominating will be available during fair. Nominations can be made by club leaders, parents, other 4-H’ers, and anyone else!
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Allison Wisgerhof
awisger@iastate.edu
515-993-4281