Desert Empire Fair 2022: Event Details and Information
Desert Empire Fair 2022 will take place from October 21 to 23 at California's Desert Dreams fairgrounds. The event features livestock shows, exhibits, rides, and more. Admission prices vary based on age and day of attendance. Attendees can enjoy free entry by bringing canned goods during specified hours. The fairgrounds are located in Ridgecrest, California, with detailed directions provided for visitors coming from different areas.
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2022 2022 DESERT EMPIRE FAIR DESERT EMPIRE FAIR October 21 October 21- - 23 2022 California s Desert Dreams California s Desert Dreams Desert Empire Fairgrounds & Event Center 520 S. Richmond Road Ridgecrest, California 93555 760-375-8000 (10 am - 3 pm M-F) Fax 760-375-8134 stillexhibits@desertempirefair.com www.desertempirefair.com or info@desertempirefair.com **RV PARK INFORMATION: Please call the fair office @ (760) 375-8000 23 2022
53rd District Agricultural Association Kern, Inyo, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino Counties Executive DirectorMarshall Chip Holloway PresidentDarrell Eddins Vice President Howard Laire Directors Doug Lueck, Jim Kight, Bob Beecroft , Ray Hocker Livestock Superintendent Kalie Kinsfather Still Exhibits Director/Supervisor Christina Owens Floriculture/Horticulture Chairmen / Consultants Wanda Hewett Donna Thomas
JOIN US FOR THE DESERT EMPIRE FAIR JOIN US FOR THE DESERT EMPIRE FAIR October 21 October 21- -23, 2022 23, 2022 Hours Hours Friday: Kids Free Day - 12 and under get in free Hours of Operation: 4pm closing Saturday: Hours of Operation: Noon closing Sunday: Hours of Operation: Noon closing ***Free Fair Admission from Noon 3pm if you bring 2 or more canned good(s) per person*** Admission Admission Adults 13+ $ Children 5 12 $ Seniors 65+ . $ 0-5yrs Free Active Military $
JOIN US FOR THE DESERT EMPIRE FAIR JOIN US FOR THE DESERT EMPIRE FAIR October 21 October 21- -23, 2022 23, 2022 Hours Hours Friday: Kids Free Day - 12 and under get in free Hours of Operation: 4pm Midnight Saturday: Hours of Operation: Noon Midnight Sunday: Hours of Operation: Noon 10pm ***Free Fair Admission from Noon 3pm if you bring 2 or more canned good(s) per person*** Admission Admission Adults 13+ $5 Children 5 12 $5 Seniors 65+ . $5 0-5yrs Free Active Military $5
How to find us: Desert Empire Fairgrounds & Event Center 520 S. Richmond From Bakersfield: From Lancaster / Palmdale: From Lancaster / Palmdale: 1. North on Hwy 14 2. East on Hwy 178 (towards Ridgecrest/Inyokern) 3. Travel appx. 10 miles on Hwy 178 (Inyokern Rd) 4. Turn right onto China Lake Blvd. (south) 5. Travel appx. 3 miles on China Lake (south) 6. Turn left onto Ridgecrest Blvd (Hwy 178 E) 7. Turn right onto Richmond Road 8. Pass the main fairground entrance and turn left at the 9. Livestock entrance sign. 1. Take Hwy 58 east to Hwy 14 2. North on Hwy 14 3. East on Hwy 178 (towards Ridgecrest/Inyokern) 4. Travel appx. 10 miles on Hwy 178 (Inyokern Rd) 5. Turn right onto China Lake Blvd. (south) 6. Travel appx. 3 miles on China Lake (south) 7. Turn left onto Ridgecrest Blvd (Hwy 178 E) 8. Turn right onto Richmond Road 9. Pass the main fairground entrance and turn left at the Livestock entrance sign. From Apple Valley/Barstow: 1.Take Hwy 395 north 2.Turn on the China Lake Blvd exit (towards Ridgecrest) 3.Take China Lake Blvd north appx. 3-4 miles 4.Turn right on Ridgecrest Blvd. (Hwy 178 east) 5.Turn right onto Richmond Road 6.Pass the main fairground entrance and turn left at the Livestock entrance sign.
Category Entry form due date & (where to drop off) bring in entries date/time Drop off location Pick up & time location Still Exhibits Entry form due by September 30 ,2022 drop off at the office Quilts October 1, 2022 (Office) October 3 & 4, 2022 (12pm-4pm) Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Preserved foods October 1, 2022 (Office) October 7, 2022 (9am- 11am) Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Clothing & Textiles October 1, 2022 (Office) October 7, 2022 (12pm-2 pm) Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Arts & crafts October 1, 2022 (Office) September 30, 2022 (10am- 2pm) Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Fine arts & creative writing October 1, 2022 (Office) October 14, 2022 (8:00 am- 12pm) Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @1 am- 3pm Photography October 1, 2022 (Office) October 14, 2022 (8:00 am- 12pm) Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Table placings October 1, 2022 (Office) Set up Oct 20, 2022 8-11/12-5 Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Collections October 1, 2022 (Office) October 14, 2022 (8:00 am- 12pm) Set up Oct 20 ,2022 8-11/12-5 Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Baked Goods October 1, 2022 (Office) October 14, 2022 (8:00 am- 12pm) Joshua Hall Joshua Hall Oct 29 @11am- 3pm Floriculture & Horticulture 1
LOCAL RULES GENERAL RULES Fair. State Rules are available in the Fair Office or desertempirefair.com. DEFINITIONS Local Divisions, except as designated otherwise, are limited to those residing between Rosamond and Pearsonville and from Trona to the Kern River Valley and Kennedy Meadows, in so far as they conform to the rules and regulations set forth in the Exhibitor Guide and State Rules. Open Classes are open to exhibitors with no restriction as to residence. All classes are Open unless otherwise noted. Junior Open Divisions are open to individuals: preschool through 12th grade on September 01 of the current year, not affiliated with any recognized junior organizations, and to 4-H, FFA, or Grange members for whom classes are not offered elsewhere. Independent livestock exhibitors must be at least 9 years old. Unless otherwise noted, only amateurs are eligible to compete. An Amateur is defined as a person who engages in an event or activity as a pastime rather than a profession. A Professional is a person who engages in an event or activity as a livelihood rather than as a hobby. 1. guidelines must be adhered to. If rules are not complied with, awards will be withheld. 2. State Rules, Health Rules, and Score Cards for Livestock judging, as prescribed by the Division of Fairs and Expositions, apply to all entries of this fair. 3. The Desert Empire Fair, 53rd District Agricultural Association reserves the final and absolute right to interpret all rules and regulations and arbitrarily settle all matters, questions, and differences in regard thereto, and also reserves the right to amend and add to local rules. State Rules will supersede all Local Rules. Please Read Carefully - All rules, regulations, and
EXHIBITS AND ENTRIES JUDGING AND AWARDS The Fair Management reserves the right to limit entries, return entries, transfer entries, or combine divisions or classes, and / or cancel any division or class in which, in its judgment, the entries are insufficient to secure adequate competition. Any return of entries under this rule must be done generally and without discrimination. Exhibits in all divisions are to be brought to the Fairgrounds as listed in the Receiving - Judging -Release Schedules. Unless otherwise noted, Entry Fees are, for each entry: Adults, $3.00, Seniors 65 and over, $2.00; Juniors, 4-H, and Youth Organization, no entry fee. Refunds of overpayment of under $1.00 will not be made. Entry fees will be forfeited on entries made and not exhibited, including no-shows in the horse show. Management reserves the right to reject any entry that is found to be unsafe, objectionable, or requires more space than is allowed. Send all entries and make all checks payable to: Desert Empire Fair Exhibits are judged either on the American System of Judging or Danish System of Judging. American System: The judging process to rank exhibitors against one another and award 1st, 2nd, 3rd or honorable mention placing. Danish System: The judging process to compare each exhibit on its own merit against the recognized standard and award as many 1sts, 2nds, 3rds or honorable mentions as merited. Judge s decision is final. He/She may reserve the right to award 2nd or 3rd or no award, if, in his/her judgement, the exhibit is not worthy of a higher award. Placement of ribbons or stickers does not guarantee correct placement. Only the official placing on the judging sheet constitutes final placement. No awards or premium money will be given to entries that are unsigned on the entry form. All buildings will be closed while judging is in progress, unless otherwise noted in this Exhibitor
See the Junior Livestock Section of this guidebook for entry form submission dates and other Junior Livestock Show & Auction information. RESPONSIBILITIES The Desert Empire Fair will not be responsible for any items of entry left after the day of the release of exhibits. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU HAVE YOUR CLAIM CHECKS TO PICK UP YOUR ENTRIES. Entry items left longer than 7 days after the close of the Fair become the property of the Desert Empire Fair. Each exhibitor will be solely responsible for any consequential or other loss, injury or damage done to or occasioned by, or arising from any animal or article exhibited by him/her and shall indemnify the Desert Empire Fair and the 53rd District Agricultural Association against all legal proceedings in regard thereto. The Desert Empire Fair will take reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of exhibits and property of every description entered for competition or display or any other purpose while anywhere on the Fairgrounds that shall be subject to the control of the Desert Empire Fair, but owners themselves must take the risk of exhibiting them. In no case will the Fair be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury of any character to any property, article, or person, while same is on the Fairgrounds or at any time or place, not be liable for or make any payment for damage, loss, or injury.
How Do I Enter the Fair? First, look online at desertempirefair.com and go to the Exhibitor Guidebook to see what areas you want to enter. After you have found your areas, carefully read the Rules for those areas, plus the Local Rules. State Rules are online. Fill out an entry form. Forms can be found at the Fair Office (520 S. Richmond Road, Ridgecrest) or online at www.desertempirefair.com in the Guidebook section Note that separate forms are needed for some Departments, such as Floriculture and Horticulture, Livestock, and Special Contests. Check to make sure you have the right Division and Class numbers. If you have questions or need help, call the Fair Office at 760-375-8000 or email stillexhibits@desertempirefair.com ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 Read the Liability Notice at the bottom of the entry form and sign the form. Parents or guardians and the entrants must sign the Junior entry forms. Grade level of Juniors must also be on the forms. Enclose a check for any entry fees required. There are no fees for Junior (5th grade and below) or 4H/Youth/Scout entries. Return the completed entry form, with any required entry fees, to the office by the date listed for each area (Still Exhibits, Floriculture and Horticulture, and Livestock have different deadlines). Forms may be mailed or brought to 520 S. Richmond Road, or Submit your forms via email stillexhibits@desertempirefair.com Bring in the entries on the dates listed for each department. Check carefully, for they vary! Come to the fair and see if you ve won any prizes and tell your friends! Pick up entries on, Oct. 29, 2022. Be sure you have your claim check.
Adult Exhibitor of The YEAR To be eligible for this ribbon, the exhibitor must enter and have judged at least five entries. These entries must come from at least four different categories: Baked Foods, Preserved Foods, Decorated Food Items, Quilting, Clothing & Textiles, Fine Arts, Creative Writing, Photography, Arts & Crafts, Collections, Table Place Settings Mini Photos and full-size photos count as one category, and entries in Special Contests are not eligible. The winner will be determined by the accumulation of points. Points for each Placing: 1st = 5 points, 2nd = 3 points; 3rd = 1 point. In the case of a tie, the number of entries and the placings will determine the winner. The more items entered, and the more ribbons received, the better the chances are of winning. All eligible entrants will automatically be considered for this award. This year s theme is California s Desert Dreams
FAIR TIME PHOTOS Rules Photos may be taken anywhere on the Fairgrounds between Friday October 21 23 Photos may be brought to Sage Hall any time the Fair is open. The official entry form will be completed then. The printed photos will admit the contestant to the Fairgrounds. Photos will go on display as they are received. All photos must be received before 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23 Note: The earlier the photos are brought in, the better the chances are of winning a daily Viewers Choice ribbon. There is no limit to the number of photos entered. Photos must be 4 X 6 and must be printed on photo-quality paper. Framing and matting are not allowed. Cardstock for mounting will be available. By submitting photos, the exhibitor agrees that any photograph submitted may be used by the Desert Empire Fair on web sites, in future publications, and for promotional purposes without compensation to the exhibitor. If taking a photograph of an individual and not a crowd, the exhibitor must get the name and phone number of that person in order to verify permission for the photo to be used on the website or published. Parents must give permission for children s images to be used in fair promotions. The decisions of the judges are final.
Awards: Fairgoers will have a chance to vote for a Viewers Choice while photos are on display, with special ribbons being awarded for favorites in each class on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights just before the fair closes for the day. Ribbons may not be awarded in all classes on each day, depending on the number of entries in a class. DIVISION 95 FAIR TIME PHOTO CONTEST CLASS 1. Animals 2. People 3. Rides and Activities 4.Still Exhibits and Floriculture 5. Fair theme: add information
For more info, please contact Desert Empire Fair and Events Center at: 760-375-8000 or stillexhibits@desertempirefair.com
LEGO CONTEST For ALL Ages Saturday. Oct.23, 2022 1:00 p.m. RULES Entry form deadline is September 30, 2022 please submit a separate entry Form. 1. The completed model will admit the contestant to the fairgrounds between and 12:30 p.m. on Sat Oct 22, 2022 2. Bring entries to Joshua Hall 3. Entries may be no larger than 2 X 2 square. If a base is needed for transportation purposes include the overall dimensions on the entry form. excessive base size may disqualify the entry. 4. Entries are to be removed immediately after judging. The Fair will not be responsible for entries left after the awards have been presented. 5. Decisions of the judge will be final. Judging: will be interactive. Each builder will be given the opportunity to explain to the judges the concept for the display and to point out any especially unique characteristics. The judges may, in turn, ask the builder about the display and the story behind the construction. Written (legible) descriptions of the entries may be submitted; oral description and questions will be allowed in addition to the written descriptions. AWARDS: Ribbons for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, plus honorable Mentions, will be awarded according to the Danish System, with each entry being judged on its own merits. A Best overall ribbon may also be awarded. DIVISION Juniors: 273 Class 5 Adults: 189 Class 11 FAIR THEME: FAMILY FUN, FOOD, & FARM ANIMALS
2023 Desert Empire Fair Fair Theme Poster Contest Sponsored by Friends of the Fair This contest is open to all ages, Juniors and Adults Design a poster for the 2023 Desert Empire Fair. Fair theme is Family Fun, Food & Farm Animals This will be a viewers choice judging. All rules apply, check the guidebook for the type you are using (pencil, markers, crayons, pastels, paints and etc ) DIVISIONS Junior 286 A Adults 169-171 Please note on entry form Poster Contest . All posters are limited up to 11 x 14 and no bigger. Please print contact information on the back of each entry. Entry Form Deadline is: September 24 ,2022. You can either mail or bring your entry form to 520 Richmond Road, Ridgecrest CA. 93555 or submit it online at: desertempirefair.com then fair fun and then still exhibits. Any questions please contact the fair office, M-F 9:00am 3:00pm at 760-375-8000 or mail Pam Todd at. pam@desertempirefair.com. Bring all entries in on October 9th or 10th from 11:00am-6:00 pm.
ADULT BAKED FOODS Sponsored by Entry Forms due Sep. 24, 2022 Enter online @www.desertempirefair.com/fair fun/still exhibits (you may also enter at the fair office). Bring your entries to Joshua Hall on Oct. 20 2022 from 11am-6pm Pick-Up your entries at Joshua Hall on Mon. Oct. 25, 2022 from 11am-6pm Entry Fees: $3.00 per entry $2.00 per entry for Seniors Free for Special Needs All entries must have the recipe included Recipes must be on an 8.5 x 11-inch paper Enter only the amount of food indicated Pies must be entered in clear, uncolored glass pie plates. Entries other than pies must be in disposable pans or containers or on white paper plates. NO EXCEPTIONS All entries must be made from scratch no mixes. Pie plates left at the fairgrounds longer than 7 days will be disposed of appropriately. Food will be disposed of at the end of fair.
Division 100 Breads loaf only + 1 slice wrapped separately Division 101 Gluten Free Baking Division 102 Biscuits and Rolls All entries must be 6 items Division 103 Cakes All cakes entered must be Cake and 1 slice wrapped separately Division 104 Cookies All entries must be 6 cookies Division 105 Pastries All pastries must be 3 pastries Corn Bread Yeast Bread ( loaf + 1 wrapped slice) Biscuits, Any Must Specify Angel or Chiffon Bar cookies Doughnuts Any; must specify French Bread Quick Bread ( loaf + 1 wrapped slice) Muffins, Any Must Specify Apple cake Brownies Eclairs Sourdough Bread Cake ( cake + 1 wrapped slice) Any Other Not Listed; Must Specify Applesauce cake Cereal Cookies Tart Fruit or Jelly Filled White Bread Cupcakes (4 cupcakes) Carrot Cake Chocolate Chip Cookies Any other Pastries; Must Specify Whole Wheat Bread Cookies (6 Cookies) Chocolate or Devil s Food Cake Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Banana Bread Pies (1 Pie) White or Yellow Cake No-Bake Cookies Zucchini Bread Any Other; Specify Spice Cake Peanut Butter Cookies Any Bread from a Bread maker German Chocolate Cake Hand-Shaped Cookies Any Other Yeast Bread Upside down Cake Cut Out Cookies Another Quick Bread; Specify Pound Cake Drop Cookies Any Other Cake; Must Specify Cupcakes; 6 cupcakes Any Other Cookies; Must Specify
Division 106 Confections All entries must be 7 pieces Division 107 Pies All entries must be 1 Full Pie Division 108 Other Baked Goods All entries must be 1 pan Division 109 Sugar-Free Baking Division 113 /114 Beginner /Advanced Decorated food items Nut Brittle Fruit Pie Coffee Cake Cake ( cake & 1 wrapped slice) Hard Candy Fudge, Cooked Cream Pie Meringue Pie Cheesecake Buckles, Cobblers, etc; Must Specify Any Other Baked Good; Must Specify Cookies (6 total) Pies (1 Whole Pie) Fudge, Uncooked Chiffon Pie Candy (4 Pieces) Molded Any Other Pie: Must Specify Any Other Confection; Must Specify Any Other Candy; Must Specify
HELPFUL DEFINITIONS JAMS: Combinations of crushed or chopped fruit and sugar that are cooked to a smooth consistency, thick enough to spread well. JELLIES: Soft gelatinous goods make from cooked fruit syrup. PRESERVES: Like jams, except that whole fruits or large pieces of fruit are used and are cooked in such a way that the fruit retains its shape. MARMALADES: Soft jellies, usually containing thin, suspended pieces of citrus peel or fruit. CONSERVES: Like jam, except that usually two or more fruits are combined with raisins and nuts. BUTTERS: Fruit purees that are combined with sugar and cooked down slowly to a thick, spreading consistency. SYRUPS: Sweetened, slightly thickened fruit juice.
DECORATED FOOD ITEMS DIVISION 115 PROFESSIONAL DECORATED FOOD ITEMS CLASSES 1. Decorated Cakes 2. Decorated Cookies 3. Decorated Cupcakes 4. Cake Pops / Cake Balls (Qty 4) 5. Any other decorated item; Specify PRESERVED FOODS All entries must have been home canned or prepared by the exhibitor. Canning or preparation must have taken place after the close of last year s fair. (Oct. 22, 2021). Canned good must be in jars specifically designed for canning. Each entry must be properly and completely sealed; no paraffin seals. Rings must be clean and loosened. All canned goods must be prepared in accordance with the guidelines in the Ball Blue Book of Canning, Freezing, and Dehydration, or as specified on www.homecanning.com Entries must be accurately labeled and include: Name of product, date of pack, method used (boiling water or steam pressure), and processing time. Each entry will be opened by the judge. No fabric toppers are decorations are allowed. Please note the headspace allowances: Low-acid foods, vegetables and meats = 1 inch Acidic foods, fruits, and tomatoes = inch Juices, jams, jellies, pickles, relishes = inch DIVISION 116 TABLE SETTINGS 1. Each entrant will be given a 28 wide area of a banquet table (1/3 of the table) for a single place setting. 2. A menu card must be included, and all settings, utensils, and glassware necessary for the menu must be used. 3. Overall nutritional value of the menu will be of the judging score. 4. A theme-oriented centerpiece, NO fresh flowers must be included. 5. Special Set Up Date: Oct. 17, 2022 2pm- 6pm
Division 120 Pickles, Relishes & Sauces Division 121 Jams Division 122 Jellies Division 117 Canned Fruit Division 119 Canned Vegetables 2 Standard Canning Jars 2 Standard Canning Jars 2 Standard Canning Jars 2 Standard Canning Jars 2 Standard Canning Jars Apples String Beans, Green Beans Barbecue Sauce Apricot Blackberry Applesauce Beets Spaghetti Sauce Apricot/Pineapple Boysenberry Apricots Carrots Tomato Sauce Boysenberry Cherries Corn Chili Sauce Cherry Cherry Peaches Olives Chow-Chow Peach Strawberry Plums Peppers Sweet Pickles Plum Crabapple Fruit Juice; Must Specify Tomatoes Dill Pickles Strawberry Currant Any Other Fruit; Must Specify Stewed Tomatoes Bread & Butter Pickles Blackberry Elderberry Vegetable Juice; Must Specify Other Pickles; Must Specify Mixed Berries; Must Specify Grape Any Other Vegetable; Must Specify Any relish; Must Specify Any Other Jam; Must Specify Pepper Any Salsa; Must Specify Plum Any other; Must Specify Pomegranate Mixed Fruit; Must Specify
Division 123 Preserves, Marmalades & Butters 2 Standard Canning Jars Apple Butter Peach Butter Division 124 Misc. Preserved Food 2 Standard Canning Jars, except as noted Any Syrup; Must Specify Any Other Topping; Must Specify Any Other Fruit Butter; Must Specify Any Vinegar; Specify (1 bottle) Any Other Non-Fruit Butter (Peanut, Almond, Cashew, Etc); Must Specify Any Canned Meat; Must Specify Orange Marmalade Any Other Marmalade; Must Specify Berry Preserve; Must Specify Other Fruit Preserve; Must Specify Any Other, Must Specify Any Dehydrated Fruit; Must Specify (6 pcs) Jerky (4 or 6 pieces) Any Other Preserved Food; Must Specify Fruit (1 fruit roll) **ALL ENTRIESMUST HAVE BEEN COMPLETED SINCE THE CLOSE OF LAST YEAR S FAIR. ** (OCT. 22, 2021) THE FAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO ACCEPT OR JUDGE ANY ARTICLE THAT SHOWS EVIDENCE OF BEING SOILED OR OF EXCESSIVE WEAR.
All cross stitch, wall hangings, or pictures must be wired for hanging with pegboard hooks. No alligator clips, saw tooth hangers, or tabletop frames are allowed. Please identify finished or top side of knitted or crocheted work with a small safety pin on the front side of the entry. Exhibits must be adequately and correctly cleaned, pressed, and blocked if necessary. Indicate on the entry form if the entry is from a stamped pattern or illustration. DIVISION 132 HAND KNITTING Booties, 1 pair Baby Clothes Children s Clothes Adult Sweater Socks Scarf Poncho or Shawl Dress Afghan Any Other, Specify DIVISION 128 APPLIQUE & PATCHWORK All pictures & wall hangings must be wired for hanging on pegboard. Clothing, Any Item; Specify Picture of Wall Hanging, Specify Pillow Any Other, Specify DIVISION 130 CROCHETED AFGHANS Granny Square Ripple Other Square Strips or Mile-a-Minute Shell Stripes Baby Any Other, Specify DIVISION 129 CROCHETED & LACEWORK ARTICLES Baby Booties, 1 pair Baby Clothing Bedspread or Tablecloth Children s Clothing Dimensional Crochet (non-clothing) Doilies Dress Pillow Shawl Vest or Shell Sweater Lacework, Any item (non-tatting) Tatting, Any Article; Specify Any Other, Specify DIVISION 136 CLOTHING (SEWN) Baby s Christening Outfit Baby Item, Any Other; Specify Children s Blouse or Shirt Children s Dress Children s Pants or Shorts Children s Outfit 2 or more pieces Children s Item, Any Other; Specify Adult Blouse or Shirt Adult Dress Adult Pants or Shorts Adult Outfit 2 or more pieces Adult Item, Any Other; Specify Any Costume Any Accessories DIVISION 131 NEEDLE ARTS Cross Stitch Crewel Work Needlepoint Hand Embroidery Machine Embroidery Latch Hook Any Other, Specify
DIVISION 139 MISCELLANEOUS SEWING & TEXTILES Machine Knitting; Specify Hand Weaving; Specify Hand Spinning; Specify Household Items; Specify Toys (Stuffed animals, fabric dolls, Doll clothes, etc.); Specify Any other fabric item, Specify DIVISION 141 SENIOR CITIZEN CLOTHING AND TEXTILES For non-professionals 65 and over; No Quilts. All pictures and wall hangings must be wired for hanging on pegboard. Knitted Article; Specify (block if needed) Crocheted Article; Specify (blocked) Embroidered Article; Specify Clothing Item; Specify Toy or Stuffed Animal; Specify Needlepoint Item Christmas Item, Sewn; Specify Any Other; Specify DIVISION 143 PROFESSIONAL CLOTHING AND TEXTILES DIVISION 140 CHRISTMAS CORNER Made from fabric or related material; NO QUILTS Tree Skirt Stocking Door Decoration Christmas Animal or Doll Ornament (Made from fabric) Other Christmas Item, Sewn, Specify Any Other, Specify Any Item, Specify DIVISION 142 PHYSICALLY OR DEVELOPMENTALLY CHALLENGED Danish Judging Knitted or Crocheted Item; Specify Needlework; Specify Clothing Item; Specify Quilt or Quilted Item; Specify Christmas Item; Specify Any Other; Specify
Adult Quilting HELPFUL DEFINITIONS Is innovative, extends beyond traditional disciplines, and exhibits independence and originality. BABY QUILT: Uses fabric and designs suitable for a child; may be any size. The quilter may choose to enter a baby quilt in a regular hand or machine quilted class instead. MINIATURE QUILT: Outside edges total 72 inches or less. These quilts typically contain multiple small versions of bed-size quilt patterns. If the quilt has blocks that finish over 6 inches on a side, it should be entered as a small quilt. SMALL QUILT: (includes most wall hangings) Outside edges total up to 192 inches. MEDIUM QUILT: Outside edges total between 192 and 300 inches. LARGE QUILT: Outside edges total over 300 inches. MIXED OR SPECIAL TECHNIQUES: Quilts contain two or more of the following techniques piecing, applique, embroidery, photo transfer, beading, fabric painting, or coloring with dyes, chalks, crayons, etc.
DIVISION 150 PROFESSIONALLY QUILTED, PIECED BY AMATEUR ART QUILTS Hand or Machine Quilted Pieced or whole-cloth (hand or machine) LARGE QUILTS Pieced - Hand Pieced - Machine Appliqued - Hand Appliqued Machine or Fusible Mixed or Special Techniques Piecing done by one person, an amateur, but professionally quilted by another identify quilter Applique (hand, machine or fusible) Mixed or Special Techniques BABY QUILTS Hand or Machine Quilted Pieced or whole-cloth (hand or machine) Applique (hand, machine or fusible) Mixed or Special Techniques QUILTED ARTICLE (hand or machine quilted) Bags, Purses Clothing, single item Clothing, Ensemble (2 or more items; may include purse or bag) Table D cor placemats, table runners, Tablecloths, etc. Home D cor Wreaths, pillows, quillows, Calendars, etc. DIVISION 151 AMATEUR MACHINE QUILTED All work done by a single person, an amateur with 3 or less years of quilting experience. DIVISION 152 ADVANCED AMATEUR SMALL QUILTS State size Pieced - Hand Pieced - Machine, Home machine Pieced Machine, Long arm Appliqued Hand Appliqued Machine or Fusible Mixed or Special Techniques MINIATURES Hand or Machine Quilted Pieced or whole-cloth (hand or machine) Applique (hand, machine or fusible) Mixed or Special Techniques All work done by a single person, one who has become highly skilled through experience, workshops, etc.; would include previous Best of Show winners and repeated Best of Division winners. 3 or more years of quilting experience. HAND QUILTED SMALL QUILTS State size MEDIUM QUILTS SPECIAL CATEGORIES State size Pieced - Hand Pieced - Machine, Home machine Pieced Machine, Long arm Appliqued Hand Appliqued Machine or Fusible Mixed or Special Techniques Yo-Yo, Biscuit, Ties Quilts Whole Cloth Hand Embroidered (Hand or Machine Quilted) Machine Embroidered (Hand or Machine Quilted) Pieced - Hand Pieced - Machine Appliqued - Hand Appliqued Machine or Fusible Mixed or Special Techniques DIVISION 153 PROFESSIONAL All work done by a single person, a professional. MEDIUM QUILTS State size LARGE QUILTS State size DIVISION 154 GROUP QUILTS Pieced - Hand Pieced - Machine Appliqued - Hand Appliqued Machine or Fusible Mixed or Special Techniques Pieced Hand Pieced - Machine, Home machine Pieced Machine, Long arm Appliqued Hand Appliqued Machine or Fusible Mixed or Special Techniques Work done by more than one person round robin, etc. Identify all quilters involved.
Acrylic - Portrait Acrylic - People Acrylic - Scenic Acrylic Still Life Acrylic Animal Acrylic Seascape Acrylic Any Other; Specify Oil - Portrait Oil - People Oil - Scenic Oil Still Life Oil - Animal Oil - Seascape Oil Any Other; Specify Watercolor - Portrait Watercolor - People Watercolor - Scenic Watercolor Still Life Watercolor - Animal Watercolor - Seascape Watercolor Any Other; Specify Mixed Media Pastel, Color Crayon Collage Pencil Computer Generated Art Pen and Ink Charcoal Any Other; Specify DIVISION 168 CREATIVE WRITING CLASS Poetry Short Fiction 2500 word limit Short Non-Fiction 2500 work limit Other; Specify DIVISION 169 AMATEUR ART DIVISION 170 ADVANCED AMATEUR ART DIVISION 171 PROFESSIONAL ART CLASS DIVISION 172 SCULPTURE & CARVING Things to know, Judging will be based on: Workmanship, Suitability of Article to Purpose; Beauty and Originality of Design, and Harmony of Color, Finish and Materials. 11. Original designs will outscore copies, published patterns, or tracings in Originality aspect of judging. 12. Any item weighing more than 50 pounds should be noted on the entry form, as well as sizes for very large entries (canoes, desks, chuck wagons, etc.). 13. Please note any special display needs electricity, locked case, etc. 14. Entrant may supply own case if desired. 15. Please note on entry form is exhibit was made from a kit. Clay Metal Wood Bas-Relief Any Other; Specify DEFINITIONS: AMATEUR: Beginning artist who are new to the field and engage in the activity as a pastime rather than a profession. ADVANCED AMATEUR: Those who have advanced to a level beyond beginner and for whom the activity is a pastime. PROFESSIONAL: Those who engage in the activity as a livelihood rather than a hobby.
DIVISION 183 JEWELRY DIVISION 173 DIVISION 180 WEARABLE ART Beaded Single Item Necklace, Bracelet, or Earrings, etc Beaded Set Necklace and Earrings, etc. Ceramic Single Item Necklace, Bracelet, or Earrings, etc. Ceramic Set Necklace and Earrings, etc. Clay Single Item Necklace, Bracelet, or Earrings, etc. Clay Set Necklace and Earrings, etc. Metal Single Item Necklace, Bracelet, or Earrings, etc. Metal Set Necklace and Earrings, etc. Any Other; Specify. AMATEUR CERAMICS (Kiln Fired) DIVISION 174 PROFESSIONAL Painting on Fabric - Clothing Painting on Fabric Non- Clothing Item Beaded Clothing Ribbon Art - Clothing Ribbon Art Non-Clothing Item Mixed Techniques; Specify Any Other; Specify DIVISION 177 DOLLS CERAMICS (Kiln Fired) Animal, Any Finish Figurine, Any Finish Underglazed Glazed Stain, Any Stain and Glazed Combination Any Item done in oils Any Other; Specify Porcelain Fabric Any Other; Specify DIVISION 179 YESTERDAY S TRASH Danish Judging Each entry must contain at least 80% recycled materials. Include a written explanation of what the materials were and how they are being used in a new way (ex. A teapot is now a flower vase, metal coat hangers have been woven into a chain mail, old paper is now classy stationary). Any Item; Specify DIVISION 182 STAINED GLASS CLASS Stained Glass, Copper Foil Stained Glass, Lead Stained Glass, 3- dimensional Any Other; Specify DIVISION 175 AMATEUR POTTERY AND CLAY DIVISION 184 LEATHERWORK CLASS Hand Built Wheel Thrown Combination using Coil or Slab and Wheel Thrown Raku Extra Difficult Pieces 10 or more, or Multi pieces items, sets. Any Other; Specify Bag or Purse Belt Billfold or Walled Picture Any Other; Specify
DIVISION 184 LEATHERWORK CLASS DIVISION 187 SCRAPBOOKING DIVISION 187B DIGITAL SCRAPBOOKING DIVISION 189 MISCELLANEOUS CRAFTS Bag or Purse Belt Billfold or Walled Picture Any Other; Specify Things to know, Single page or two-page spread, not back-to-back. No books. Page Protectors must be on pages. All four edges should be secured to help keep pages intact during entry processing, judging, and display. Judging will consider Journaling, Arrangement, Creativity, and Craftsmanship. All items part of the judging must be visible without opening the protective sleeve. Plastercraft Dough Art Decorated Eggs Etched Glass Crafts Metal Working Miniatures Models Original Design (No Wood) Models LEGOS Must enter special Models From a Kit (No Wood) Decorated Gourd Scarecrow by an Individual Scarecrow by a Group Photo or Other Album Cover Any Other; Specify; Diamond Art DIVISION 185 TOLE AND DECORATIVE PAINTING Kids Weddings Sports / Hobbies Travel / Vacation Animals Recipe Page 7 Use of Fair Theme: Decorative Painting on Metal Decorative Painting on Wood One-Stroke Painting Mixed Media Any Other; Specify DIVISION 186 PAPER ART DIVISION 188 WOODWORKING Models Original Design Small Wooden Item Large Wooden Item Any Wood Item from a Kit: Specify Furniture Refinishing Any Other; Specify Calligraphy Embossing Stationary Art Paper Mache Paper Sculpture Quilling Stamping Any Other; Specify
DIVISION 194 COLLECTIONS Collections must be accompanied by a written statement giving a brief history of why and when the collection was started, why the theme of the collection is important to the collector, and mentioning any unique items in the collection. The write-up is a major part of the judging. Provide a photograph of the collection, if possible, with the entry form. 2. No more than half of the items may have been shown in a previous Desert Empire Fair. Significant additions must have been made since that time. Special set up time: Oct. 17th, 2022; 2pm-6pm Collections must be arranged by the exhibitor. The exhibitor may provide a display case if desired. DEVELOPMENTALLY CHALLENGED Danish Judging / Non-Competitive CLASS 1 Any Craft Item; Specify DIVISION 192 PROFESSIONAL CRAFTSCLASS Any Craft Item; Specify 1. 2. Large Items Specify Type and Number Small Items Specify Type and Number DIVISION 193 SENIOR CITIZEN CRAFTS Must be an amateur, 65+ years old. Household Item Holiday Decoration Any Other Craft Item; Specify
Things to know, Photographs will be judged on Overall Impact, Composition, Technical Quality, and Presentation. Entries must be the work of the exhibitor, except for processing, matting or mounting, and have been taken within the past 3 years. Each entry must have the photographer s name, address, phone number, and title of the work on the back of the exhibit. Names, titles and dates may not appear on the front of the photograph. Use an arrow to indicate the top of the photo as it is to be displayed. All prints must be mounted on rigid material or matted if desired. Frames and glass are now allowed. Caution: Double stick tape is not sufficient to secure photos to mounting boards. Entries separating or removing from the boards after receiving will be removed from the show or disqualified. Attach 1 strips of Velcro to each corner of the back of the photograph. Use ONLY the prickly side of the Velcro, not the soft side. Except for Division 199 (Mini Photographs), entries must have the smaller dimension of at least 8 and be no larger than 16 x 20 overall, including the mounting. An image may be entered in one Division and Class only. Multiple versions will be disqualified. Entries in the Any Other class will be allowed only if there is no suitable class for that photograph. Misplaced entries may be moved to the appropriate class if it has not already been judged or may be disqualified. Clear plastic sleeves will be allowed in order to protect the entries during processing. Do not seal the sleeve, so that it can be removed during judging. Management reserves the right to refuse any entry not suitable to the family nature of the fair.
DIVISION 195 BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY Sunrise / Sunset - Color Landscape (land as the predominate home) Color Waterscape (rivers, lakes, or ocean as the Predominate theme) Color Nightscape (lighted buildings, the moon, etc.) - Color Weather, Lightening Color Flowers - Color Desert Wildflowers Color Trees and Leaves/Foliage - Color Still Life Color Domestic Animals - Color Wild Animals - Color Insects Color Reptiles Color One person - Color More than one person - Color Macro / Super Close-Up - Color Buildings / Architecture - Color Action - Color Transportation - Color Non-Objective / Abstract Color Journalistic (3 or more photos that tell a chronological story) Color Collage / Montage - Color 1Any Other; Specify - Color Sunrise / Sunset Black & White Landscape (land as the predominate theme) Black & White Waterscape (rivers, lakes, or ocean as the predominate theme) Black & White Nightscape (the moon, etc.) Black & White Weather, Lightening Black & White Anyone just starting to take photos with no editing. DIVISION 196 INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY Flowers Black & White Desert Wildflowers Black & White Trees & Leaves/Foliage Black & White Still Life Black & White Domestic Animals Black & White 28a Wild Animals Black & White 28b Insects Black & White28c Reptiles One Person Black & White More than one person Black & White Macro/Super Close-Up Black & White Buildings & Architecture Black & White Action Black & White Transportation Black & White Nonobjective / Abstract Black & White Journalistic (3 or more photos that tell a chronological story) Black & White Collage / Montage Black & White Any Other; Specify Black & White Anyone who has been taking photos and starting to do their own editing. DIVISION 197 ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY Any experienced photographer who can enhance photos. DIVISION 198 PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY Anyone who photographs as their main source of income. DIVISION 199 MINI PHOTOGRAPHS ***Looking for boards of mattes you can find them @ www.goldenstart.com 4 x 6 and 5 x 7 photos CLASS
Juniors section DIVISION 252 CLOTHING AND TEXTILES Quilts and wall hangings must have a 4 sleeve attached at the top for display purposes. Backs of latch hook, cross stitch, etc. must be finished off or framed and wired for hanging from pegboard. DIVISION 253 SPECIAL NEEDS YOUTH - CLOTHING AND TEXTILES Things to know, 1. 2. 3. Cross Stitch, etc.) Specify 4. Any Other; Specify Clothing Item; Specify Knitted or Crocheted Item; Specify Any Needlework (Embroidery, include recipes, on an 8.5 x 11 paper, with All entries. Enter only the amount of food indicated. Pies must be entered in clear, uncolored glass pie plates. All other entries are to be in disposable pans or containers or on white paper plates. NO exceptions. All entries must have been made from scratch, except Division 259. Pie plates left after 7 days become the property of the Fair and will be disposed of appropriately. All food will be disposed of at the end of the fair. Stuffed Animal Latch Hook Needlework Any; Specify Weaving Quilt Knitting Crocheted Work Shirt of Blouse Skirt Dress Pants or Shorts Outfit 2 or more pieces Fabric Doll Doll Clothes Apron Accessories Purse, tote bag, hat, etc. Any Other; Specify
DIVISION 259 STARTING WITH A MIX DIVISION 257 COOKIES Cookies Gluten-Free Sugar-Free Other; Specify DIVISION 261 TABLE SETTINGS Recipes must be included with entries, indicating changes made from the original mix instructions. Quantities to be entered are the same as in Divisions 257 and 258. Class Cake, Any cake + 1 wrapped slice. Brownies 5 brownies Cookies 6 cookies Muffins 5 Any Other; Specify -5 Each entrant will be given a 28 wide area of a banquet table (1/3 of the table) for a single place setting. A menu card must be included, and all settings, utensils, and glassware necessary for the menu must be used. Overall nutritional value of the menu will be of the judging score. A theme-oriented centerpiece, NO fresh flowers must be included. DIVISION 258 ALL OTHER FOODS CLASS Yeast Bread - loaf + 1 wrapped slice Quick Bread (Banana, zucchini, etc.) loaf + 1 wrapped slice Bread, Any Other loaf + 1 wrapped slice or 4 rolls Muffins 5 items Brownies 5 items Cake, Any cake + 1 wrapped slice Candy, Any 6 pieces Pie, Any Full Pie Gluten-Free, Any Item; Specify Sugar-Free; Any item; Specify Other; Specify JUNIOR PRESERVED FOOD 8. Canned goods must be in jars specifically designed for canning. 9. Each entry must be properly and completely sealed; no paraffin seals. Rings must be clean and loosened. All canned goods must be prepared in accordance with the guidelines in the Ball Blue Book of Canning, Freezing, and Dehydration, or as specified on www.homecanning.com Entries must be accurately labeled and include: Name of product, date of pack, method used (boiling water or steam pressure), and processing time. DIVISION 260 DECORATED FOOD ITEMS Cakes may be made with a Styrofoam base or have a real cake base. Cakes 1 cake Cookies 6 cookies Cupcakes 4 cupcakes Cake Pops / Balls 4 items Any Other; Specify
JUNIOR PRESERVED FOOD Canned goods must be in jars specifically designed for canning. Each entry must be properly and completely sealed; no paraffin seals. Rings must be clean and loosened. All canned goods must be prepared in accordance with the guidelines in the Ball Blue Book of Canning, Freezing, and Dehydration, or as specified on www.homecanning.com Entries must be accurately labeled and include: Name of product, date of pack, method used (boiling water or steam pressure), and processing time. Each entry will be opened by the judge. No fabric toppers or decorations allowed. Please note the headspace allowances: Low-acid foods, vegetables and meats = 1 inch Acidic foods, fruits, and tomatoes = inch Juices, jams, jellies, pickles, relishes = inch JUNIOR ARTS AND CRAFTS See Arts and crafts (all) DIVISION 265 HOLIDAY TIME CRAFTS Springtime (Valentine s Day, Easter, etc.) Summertime (4th of July, etc.) Autumn (Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc.) Winter (Christmas, New Year s, etc.) Spans more than one season; Specify DIVISION 266 YESTERDAY S TRASH Entry must contain at least 80% recycled materials. Include a written explanation of what the materials were and how they are being used in a new way (ex. A plastic bottle is now a flower vase, a pile of scrap paper and white glue is now a notepad, etc.) DIVISION 264 PRESERVED FOODS 2 Standard canning jars, any size Canned Fruit; Specify Canned Vegetable; Specify Jam; Specify Jelly; Specify Preserves, Marmalade, Butter; Specify Pickles, Relish, Sauce; Specify Dehydrated Foods; Specify - (1 fruit roll or fruit pieces; 4 pieces of jerky) Any Other; S DIVISION 268 TOLE AND DECORATIVE PAINTING May be done on wood, metal, or any other surface Decoration Household Item Birdhouse Wearable Art Painted Rock Any Other; Specify
DIVISION 269 CERAMICS, SCULPTURES, ETC. DIVISION 271 JEWERLY DIVISION 274 MISCELLANEOUS CRAFTS Beadwork - Earring Beadwork Any other jewelry Clay Ceramic Set of any 2 or more pieces, Any; Specify Any Other; Specify Plastic Canvas Album Photo or Other; Specify Wood, other than model Original design Wood, other than model From a kit 5.Stained Glass (State Dimensions) 6.Gift Wrap Metalwork Leatherwork Any Other Craft; Specify Ceramics, Plastercraft or Hydrocal clay 1. Polymer Clay Sculpty, Fimo, etc. 2. Porcelain Doll 3. Any Other; Specify DIVISION 270 PAPER ART 1. Calligraphy 2. Paper Sculpture DIVISION 272 CANDLES Handmade Decorated Purchased Candle 3 Any Other; Specify 3. Scrapbooking Special Rules: Single page or two-page spread, not back-to- back. No books. Page protectors must be on pages. All four edges should be secured to help keep pages intact during entry processing, judging and display. Judging will consider journaling, arrangement, creativity, and craftsmanship. All items part of the judging must be visible without opening the protective sleeve. DIVISION 275 SPECIAL NEEDS YOUTH CRAFTS 2. DIVISION 273 MODELS CLASS Car Original design Car From a kit Airplane Original design Legos All Legos and Lego-type toys (K Nex, etc.) must be entered in the Special Contest on Saturday. See Lego Rules in the Special Contests section of this guidebook. Any Other Model Original design; Specify Any Other Model From a kit; Specify Christmas Decoration Ceramics, Dough, or Clay Tole Painting Paper Art Candles Any Other; Specify 4. Masks 5. Any Other, Specify
DIVISION 194 COLLECTIONS Collections must be accompanied by a written statement giving a brief history of why and when the collection was started, why the theme of the collection is important to the collector and mentioning any unique items in the collection. The write-up is a major part of the judging. Provide a photograph of the collection, if possible, with the entry form. No more than half of the items may have been shown in a previous Desert Empire Fair. Significant additions must have been made since that time. Special set up time: Collections must be arranged by the exhibitor The exhibitor may provide a display case if desired. DIVISION 277 SCARECROWS DIVISION 194 COLLECTIONS Made by and Individual Or Made by a Group Collections must be accompanied by a written statement giving a brief history of why and when the collection was started, why the theme of the collection is important to the collector and mentioning any unique items in the collection. The write-up is a major part of the judging. Provide a photograph of the collection, if possible, with the entry form. No more than half of the items may have been shown in a previous Desert Empire Fair. Significant additions must have been made since that time. Special set up time: Oct. 17th, 2022; 2pm-6pm Collections must be arranged by the exhibitor The exhibitor may provide a display case if desired. *SCHOOL PROJECTS DIVISION 278 SCHOOL PROJECTS Items entered must have been made as a school project. If an entry was made by more than one person, ALL names must be included with the entry form. CLASS 1. History and Social Sciences 2. Science 3. Literature 4. Art 5. Group Project, Specify Stem Projects 6. Any Other; Specify Class 1. Small Items Specify Type and Number
Junior fine arts DIVISION 282 AINTING AND DRAWING (AGES 14-19) JUNIOR CREATIVE WRITING DIVISION 283 PAINTING AND DRAWING (AGES 10-13) Include a separate title page with the name of the work and author s name. Do not put the author s name where it can be seen by the judge. Work should not have been created as a class assignment. Illustrations will not be considered in the judging. DIVISION 284 PAINTING AND DRAWING (AGES 6-9) Things to know: DIVISION 285 PAINTING AND DRAWING (AGE 5 and Under) All paintings (not drawings) are to follow the Adult Fine Arts Rules. Note hanging requirements. It is recommended that drawings be on heavy paper or backed with heavier paper to protect the entries during processing and showing. Except for paintings, frames are not allowed. DIVISION 286 PAINTING AND DRAWING (Special Needs Youth) Pen Pencil Colored Pencil - Other Pastels Oil Watercolor Acrylic Markers Color Crayons Mixed Media Computer-generated Art (No Clip-Art) Collages - Any Any Other; Specify DIVISION 287 CREATIVE WRITING CLASS Poetry Short Fiction 2500 Word limit Short Non-Fiction 2500 Word limit Any Other; Specify
JUNIOR PHOTOGRAPHY All junior photography entries must follow the rules listed in Adult Photography. 4 H DEPARTMENT DIVISION 288 PHOTGRAPHY DIVISION 289 MINI PHOTOS (4 X 6 and 5 x 7 ) 1. The exhibitor s age must be on the entry form. All entries in this department will be judged by Danish judging, where each entry is judged on its own merits against recognized standards and awarded 1st, 2nd, 3rd. All entries in these Divisions must have been made, collected, or prepared by the exhibitor. 4-H exhibitors may not enter the same divisions in the Junior Department as they are entering in the 4-H department. 4-H exhibitors do not have to be in a specific project to enter.4-H exhibitors must be enrolled in a 4-H club and have the entry form signed by the 4-H Program Representative or the 4-H Community leader. Cont: Reptiles Black & White Landscape Black & White Waterscape (Rivers, lakes, ocean as main subject) Black & White Flowers Black & White Trees Black & White People Black & White Vehicles (Cars, boats, etc.) Black & White Buildings / Architecture Black & White 19 Any Other; Specify Domestic Animals - Color1a Wild Animals - Color1b Insects - Color1c Reptiles - Color Landscape Color Waterscape (Rivers, lakes, ocean as main subject) - Color Flowers - Color Trees - Color People - Color Vehicles (cars, boats, etc.) - Color Buildings / Architecture Color Any Other, Specify - Color Domestic Animals Black & White Wild Animals Black & White 11a Insects Black & White
4-H - CLOTHING AND TEXTILES DIVISION 300 YOUTH ORGANIZATION BOOTH Danish Judging Enter online www.desertempirefair.com/fairfun/stillexhibits (you may also enter at the fair office). Bring all entries (except quilts) to Joshua Entry Fees: Free for 4-H members. All entries in these divisions must have been made by the 4-H exhibitor in accordance with the 4-H Home Economics program. Incorporate the fair theme in showcasing your organization. Youth participation in preparation and setup weighs heavily in the judging. Youth groups will receive fair entry tickets for each child that participates. DIVISION 303 NON-CLOTHING Quilts and wall hangings must have a 4-inch sleeve attached for display purposes. **Any Youth Club, Class or Organization DIVISION 302 CLOTHING CLASS Stuffed Toy Pillow Quilt Quilted Wall Hanging Other Quilted Item Embroidered Item Knitted Item Crocheted Item Hand-Spun Yarn Item Hand-Woven Item; Specify type of loom and fiber 11. Any Other Non-Clothing Item; Specify DIVISION 302 CLOTHING Apron Dress Pants / Shorts Top / Blouse Skirt Jacket Suit Coordinated Outfit 2 or more pieces Accessories Purse, tote bag, hat, etc. Any Other; Specify Apron Dress Pants / Shorts Top / Blouse Skirt Jacket Suit Coordinated Outfit 2 or more pieces Accessories Purse, tote bag, hat, etc. Any Other; Specify
DIVISION 305 FOODS DIVISION 308 PRESERVED FOODS 4-H - PRESERVED FOODS Yeast Bread loaf + 1 wrapped slice Quick Bread loaf + 1 wrapped slice Other Breads loaf + 1 wrapped slice Muffins 5 Items Biscuits - 5 Items Cake; Specify cake + 1 wrapped slice Cookies (Drop) 6 Items Cookies (Bar) 6 Items Cookies (Other); Specify 6 Items Candy; Specify 6 Items Pie, Specify 1 Pie Any Other Specify 2 standard canning jars All entries must have been canned or prepared by the exhibitor since the close of last year s fair; October 22nd, 2021. Canned goods must be in jars specifically designed for canning. Each entry must be properly and completely sealed; no paraffin seals. Rings must be clean and loosened. All canned goods must be prepared in accordance with the guidelines in the Ball Blue Book of Canning, Freezing, and Dehydration, or as specified on www.homecanning.com Entries must be accurately labeled and include Name of product, date of pack, method used (boiling water or steam pressure), and processing time. Each entry will be opened by the judge. No fabric toppers or decorations allowed. Please note the headspace allowances: Low- acid foods, vegetables and meats = 1 inch Acidic foods, fruits, and tomatoes = inch Juices, jams, jellies, pickles, relishes = inch Canned Fruit; Must Specify Canned Vegetables; Must Specify Jams, Any; Must Specify Jellies, Any; Must Specify Preserves, Marmalades, Butters, Any; Must Specify Pickles, Relishes, Sauces, Any; Must Specify Dehydrated Foods, Any (1 fruit roll, 4 pieces of jerky) Any Other; Must Specify DIVISION 307 DECORATED FOOD ITEMS Cakes may be made with a Styrofoam base or have a real cake base. 1. Cakes 1 cake 2. Cookies 6 cookies 3. Cupcakes 4 cupcakes 4 Cake 4. Pops / Balls 4 items
Cont: Domestic Animals - Color1a Wild Animals - Color1b Insects - Color1c Reptiles - Color Landscape - Color Waterscape (Rivers, lakes, ocean as main subject) - Color Flowers - Color Trees Color People - Color Vehicles (cars, boats, etc.) - Color Buildings / Architecture - Color Any Other, Specify - Color Domestic Animals Black & White Wild Animals Black & White 11a Insects Black & White11b Reptiles Black & White Landscape Black & White Waterscape (Rivers, lakes, ocean as main subject) Black & White Flowers Black & White Trees Black & White People Black & White Vehicles (Cars, boats, etc.) Black & White Buildings / Architecture Black & White Any Other; Specify 4- H PHOTOGRAPHY Entry Forms due Sept. 24th 2022 Enter online @www.desertempirefair.com/fair fun/still exhibits (you may also enter at the fair office). Bring all entries to Joshua Hall) on Oct 5th thru 7th, 2022 from 11am-6pm. Pick up your entries at Joshua Hall on Oct. 21st 2022 from 11am-6pm. Entry Fees: Free for 4-H Members All 4-H Photography entries must follow the Rules for Adult Photography. 4-H - ARTS & CRAFTS Entry Forms due Sept. 30tht 2022 Enter online @www.desertempirefair.com/fair fun/still exhibits (you may also enter at the fair office). Bring all entries to Joshua Hall) on Oct. 5th thru 7th 2022 from 11am-6pm. Pick up your entries at Joshua Hall on Oct. 29th , 2022 from 11am-6pm. Entry Fee(s) Free for 4-H Members DIVISION 309 PHOTGRAPHY DIVISION 310 MINI PHOTOS (4 X 6 and 5 x 7 )
DIVISION 311 ARTS & CRAFTS 4-H - SKILLS & LEARNING PROJECTS DIVISION 314 LEARNING PROJECTS Doll Making Fabric Painting Photo Album /Scrapbooking SPECIAL RULES :Single page or two spread, not back-to-back. No books. Page Protectors must be on pages. All four edges should be secured to help keep pages intact during entry processing, judging and display. Judging will consider journaling, arrangement, creativity, and craftsmanship. All items part of the judging must be visible without opening the protective sleeve. Entry Forms due Sep 30th, 2022 Enter online @www.desertempirefair.com/fair fun/stil lexhibits (you may also enter at the fair office). Bring all entries to Joshua Hall) on Oct. 5th thru Oct 7th, 2022 from 11am-6pm. Pick up your entries at Joshua Hall on Oct. 25th 2022 from 11am-6pm. Entry Fees: Free for 4-H Members 1. 2. Animal Projects Any Other Project; Specify DIVISION 315 TABLE SETTINGS 1 Each entrant will be given a 28 wide area of a banquet table (1/3 of the table) for a single place setting. A menu card must be included, and all settings, utensils, and glassware necessary for the menu must be used. Overall nutritional value of the menu will be of the judging score. A theme-oriented centerpiece, NO fresh flowers must be included. Special Set Up Date: Oct. 20, 2022 Holiday Decorations Dough Art, Clay, Ceramics, etc.; Specify Jewelry Candles Recycled Items each entry must contain at least 80% recycled materials. Include an explanation of what the materials were and how they are being used in a new way (ex. A plastic bottle is now a flower vase, a pile of scrap paper and glue is now a notepad) Paper Art Metalwork Woodworking Leatherwork Rocketry Any Other; Specify DIVISION 316 PAINTING & DRAWING CLASS Pen Pencil Colored Pencil - Other Pastels Oil Watercolor Acrylic Markers Color Crayons Mixed Media Computer-generated Art (No Clip-Art) Collages - Any Any Other Medium; Specify 4-H - FINE ARTS Framed paintings must be wired for hanging from pegboard.
GIRL SCOUTS DIVISIONS Danish Judging DIVISION 351 STITCH IT TOGETHER Examples: Button Collages, Embroidery, Patchwork Quilts, etc. DIVISION 300 YOUTH ORGANIZATION BOOTH Daisy Any Brownies Try it suggestions: Stitch it together Juniors Badge suggestions: Sew Easy, Folk Art Cadet and Older I.P. Suggestions: Textile Arts, Folk Art 7. organization. 8. Set up times will be between Oct. 20thh 9. Your display must be in place by 5pm on Oct. 20th to eligible for the Best Use of Fair Theme by a Youth Organization: ribbon. 10. Please call (760) 375-8000 to arrange a set up time. 11. Youth participation in preparation and setup weighs heavily in the judging. LIVING SKILLS DIVISION 350 HOBBIES See Collections rules at the end of the Girl Scouts Divisions Section. Special Collections Set-Up time is Oct. 20th 2021from 2pm-6pm Incorporate the fair theme in showcasing your Open to Girl Scouts at all levels. Danish Judging, with each entry being judged on its own merits, will be used. A separate entry form is to be used for all Girl Scout entries. Girl Scouts may also enter any non-Scout project as a Junior entry in the Junior Department. Judging criteria will include workmanship, overall appearance, and creativity. Please use our group entry form for all Girl Scout entries. DIVISION 352 - COLORS & SHAPES Examples: Weaving color patterns, yarn painting, dough shapes, etc. Daisy Brownies Juniors Cadet and Older DIVISION 354 - JEWERLY AND ACCESSORIES Examples: Necklace, Bracelet, Pin Purse, Scarf, etc. Daisy Brownies Juniors Cadette and Older 1. 2. 3. Doing 4. 5. Daisy Any Brownies Try it suggestions: Hobbies Juniors Badge suggestions: Collecting, Hobbies, Cadet and Older I.P. Suggestions: Collecting
DIVISION 355 - PAINTINGS & DRAWINGS Examples: Weaving color patterns, yarn painting, dough shapes, etc. DIVISION 359 RECYCLE IT Examples: See DIV 266 for Special Rules. CLASS Daisy Brownies Juniors Cadet and Older DIVISION 361 PUPPETS, DOLLS, & PLAYS Examples: Finger Puppets, Yarn Dolls, Marionettes, etc. 1Daisy Brownies Juniors Cadet and Older Daisy Any Brownies Try It Suggestions: Let s Pretend, Puppets, Dolls and Plays Juniors Badge Suggestions: Theater 4 Cadet and Older I.P. Suggestions: Performing Arts, The Plays the Thing. WHATS OUT THERE? DIVISION 356 CARVING & WOODWORKING PEOPLE OF THE WORLD DIVISION 360 CRAFTS Any Media: Wood, Soap, etc. Daisy Brownies Juniors Cadet and Older SPECIAL RULES FOR COLLECTIONS: Collections MUST be accompanied by a written statement giving a brief history of when and why the collection was started, why the theme of the collection is important to the collector, and mentioning any unique items in the collection. The write up is a major part of the judging Provide a photograph of the collection, if possible, with the entry form. No more than half of the items may have been shown at a previous Desert Empire Fair. Significant additions must have been made since then. Collections must be arranged by the exhibitor. The exhibitor may provide a display case if desired. Examples: Ethnic Jewelry, Clothing, Origami, Egg Painting, etc. DIVISION 357 SCIENCE WONDERS Examples Homegrown Crystals, etc. Daisy Brownies Juniors Cadet and Older Daisy Brownies Juniors Cadet and Older
BOY SCOUTS DIVISIONS Danish Judging DIVISION 375 CUB SCOUTS CLASS Things to know: SPECIAL RULES FOR COLLECTIONS: Pinewood Derby Car Rain gutter Regatta Boat Patch Collection Display (Note size of display on entry form) Arts & Crafts Project Leathercraft Project Woodworking Other as approved by Leader; Specify DIVISION 300 YOUTH ORGANIZATION BOOTH Collections MUST be accompanied by a written statement giving a brief history of when and why the collection was started, why the theme of the collection is important to the collector, and mentioning any unique items in the collection. The write up is a major part of the judging. Provide a photograph of the collection, if possible, with the entry form. No more than half of the items may have been shown at a previous Desert Empire Fair. Significant additions must have been made since then. Special set-up date: Oct. 16th , from 2pm-6pm. Collections must be arranged by the exhibitor. The exhibitor may provide a display case if desired. Open to Boy Scouts at all levels. Danish Judging, with each entry being judged on its own merits, will be used. A separate entry form is to be used for all Boy Scout entries. Boy Scouts may also enter any non-Scout project as a Junior entry in the Junior Department. Judging criteria will include workmanship, overall appearance, and creativity. Please use our group entry form for all Boy Scout entries. Incorporate the fair theme in showcasing your organization. Den, Pack, Patrol, Troop, or the District or OA. eligible for the Best Use of Fair Theme by a Youth Organization: ribbon. Youth participation in preparation and setup weighs heavily in the judging. DIVISION 376 BOY SCOUTS CLASS Beadwork Indian craft Leather Craft Wood Project Patch Collection Display (Note size of display on entry form) 4. Other, as approved by Leader; Specify
FLORICULTURE & HORTICULTURE Theme
A Standard flower show Date: Sponsor: Board of Directors of the Desert Empire Fair and Oasis Garden Club of Indian Wells Valley, California Garden Clubs, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc. Chairman: Wanda Hewett Co-Chairman: Merrilee Ray
