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 TO ALL EXHIBITORS
All animals and articles entered for premiums must be properly marked by cards furnished by the Heath Agricultural Society. The Superintendent of the Exhibit Hall will allot space to the exhibitors to prevent confusion.
Age classes: Age must be indicated on entry form if child, youth, or teen.
Child 6-9 years
Youth 10-13 years
Teen 14-18 years
Adult 19 and up
Blue Ribbon - First Premium
Red Ribbon - Second Premium
White Ribbon - Third Premium
GENERAL RULES
- If, in the judge's opinion, an exhibit does not warrant 1st prize, then it will not be given.
- A $1.00 entry fee will be charged per animal per class. Exhibitors will not be given complimentary tickets and must pay the regular price for admission to the fairgrounds.
- Entries on all exhibits will close on the Wednesday, August 13 at 4:00 p.m. No telephone entries will be accepted. Entries may be subtracted at the last minute.
- Entry blanks can be obtained from the secretary or on the Fair's website (heathfair.org).
- All exhibits to be judged in the Exhibit Hall must be in the hall between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Thursday evening before the fair. Preregistration is necessary and exhibits will not be accepted after 8:00 p.m.
- Exhibits are not to be taken from the hall before 4:00 p.m. Sunday, except by special permission of the hall Superintendent.
- No exhibit will be sold in the exhibit hall.
- The Society is not responsible for loss or damage of any exhibit, or any accident which may occur on the grounds.
- The committee, judges or fair management reserves the right to reject any and/or all exhibits they feel are not desirable.
- Placings will be awarded on the basis of the quality of the exhibit, and the decision of the judges will be final.
- A person shall not offer for any exhibit an item not produced and/or prepared by the exhibitor. Livestock must be owned by the exhibitor at least thirty days prior to exhibition.
- An exhibitor shall make only one entry in a given class with the exception of sheep.
- All animals competing for show ribbons must reside within Massachusetts, with the exception of those in the horse, oxen, goat, or pony contests.
- New classes may be listed and judged, provided there are three or more entries.
- Undesirable quality exhibits and those not properly entered will not be accepted.
- The Heath Agricultural Society has the right to limit entries to the space available.
- No Pets except for show animal classes or service animals.
- Exhibitors are expected to bring all bedding for animals.
- The superintendent of stock will allot space to the exhibitors.
- See special rules under several classes.
- Registration papers shall accompany all purebred cattle and sheep in respect to their status, age and breeding.
- Dairy cattle from T.B. accredited herd or be tested within 30 days.
- All required tests must be in the name of the owner or exhibitor.
- Please pick up your premium money at the secretary/treasure's office during the fair. Premiums of $5 or less will not be mailed.
Antique Tractor Pulling Rules
Friday, August 15, 2008, at 6:30 p.m.
Registration: 5-6 p.m.
Antique Tractor Parade: 6 p.m.
**USE DISCRETION**
YOU ENTER THIS CONTEST AT YOUR OWN RISK!
- This is a free for all weight class. Antique tractors only. No excessive modifications accepted.
- A safe drawbar to accept a 6 inch hook at a maximum height of 20" is needed. A clevis hook with a 3" diameter is highly recommended.
- All weight must be secure, no loose weights allowed.
- For more info, contact Matt Clark, 413-337-4730
Truck Pull
Saturday, August 16, 2008, a 5;30
Registration: 4-5:30 p.m
Classes:
Street Stock6,000#, stock motors, 4 tires only
Street Enhanced6,000#, 4 tires only
Diesel8,000#, 4 tires
Open10,000#, 6 tires okay
Prizes: $100, $50, $25 plus trophies
Entrance Fee: $20 per class
Truck Pull Rules
- All entrants must have a valid driver's license.s
- All participating trucks must be street legal, registered, inspected, and insured.
- Those under 18 must have parental/guardian authorization to pull.
- Seat belts are recommended.
- Vehicle may enter a class only one time
- Driver must have complete control at all times. No hot-rodding while on the track or in the pit.
- Each vehicle must come to start line with a draw bar w/min. opening of 3 in; hitch height of 26 in. maximum. Clevis is allowed.
- All vehicles must be in neutral or park while being hooked to sled.
- Number one puller is the test puller They may or may not count the test pull Ð must decide while still hitched. If test pull is not counted, must pull immediately.
- Only mechanical failure will allow puller to move to back of the line.
- All weight must be secure. You will be disqualified if anything falls off your truck
- Unsportsmanlike behavior will result in disqualification.
- Any vehicle that leaves the boundaries of the course while pulling will be disqualified.
- Tires must be street legal.
- No solid rear suspension Ð must have travel. Stiff suspension is okay.
- Rear end lockers are okay Ð no front end lockers.
- Street stock class must have a stock motor. No headers.
- No open headers in any class Ð exhaust must be in place.
- 10,000# Open Class may have 6 wheels pulling. All other classes, only 4 wheels.
- No nitrous oxide, blowers, or superchargers. No propane injection on diesel engines.
- All trucks are subject to a safety inspection and must be weighed before each pull. Pit must be clear by 9:30 p.m. to make way for fireworks.
Thanks to all of our sponsors for their support of the Heath Fair!
- Dillon Chevrolet¥ Palmeri Electric
- KG Handyman- Franklin County Auto Parts
- Cowan Auto Parts- Matt's Automotive
All drivers must obey fair rules and truck pull rules or risk disqualification and /or must leave the fairgrounds.
Please call Matt Clark with any questions (evenings) 413-337-4730.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Department Of Agricultural Resources/Fairs
In addition to complying with all laws and regulations governing animal health issues (M.G.L. C. 129 ¤¤14D, 14E, 44 and 330 CMR 4.03, 4.07, 16.03), all fairs must adopt and enforce the following rules for governance of the fair:
2008 Fairs Animal Health Rules
NO animal will be admitted to the fairgrounds unless it meets the requirements below. NO animal is to be unloaded or enter a barn or tie-out stall until the animal and its paperwork have been inspected and approved for entry.
A. General Rules for All Animals
- 1. All animals must be in proper physical condition, be properly identified and free of visual evidence of infectious, contagious or parasitic disease at time of arrival. Specific diseases and conditions which will disqualify an animal for entry are identified for each species in the following sections of the rules. Animals of any species with open or draining wounds will not be approved for entry.
- 2. Evidence of infectious, contagious or parasitic disease or failure to produce the necessary documents for health certification, vaccination or testing will result in the animal's rejection for entry. THE INSPECTOR'S DECISION IS FINAL.
- 3. REMINDER: ALL sheep and goats of any age or sex brought to show or exhibition from either out of state or within state must possess a USDA approved individual identification tag, tattoo, or electronic implant consistent with the requirements of the Federal Scrapie Eradication Program and the Massachusetts Emergency Order 1-AHO-06. Information on approved tags, tattoos and electronic implants is available from the USDA APHIS office in Sutton , MA at 508-865-1421.
- 4. All livestock must have proper ID. For animals identified by microchip, readers must be available to the Inspectors.
- 5. SEE INDIVIDUAL REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH SPECIES LISTED BELOW.
B. Out of State Animals
- 1. All animals entering a Massachusetts fairground from out of state must be accompanied by a valid health certificate signed by an accredited veterinarian certifying that the animals are clinically free of infectious or contagious disease and exposure from such disease. Documents of health certification must be written on relevant state or federal health forms only. These certificates must be available upon request to fair inspectors.
- 2. Health certificates must be dated January 1, 2008 or later. These documents will be acceptable for the entire fair season in Massachusetts. TB and Brucellosis testing is not required for animals from TB-Accredited and Brucellosis-Free States. Current brucellosis and TB status in the exhibitor's state can be obtained from the state veterinarian's office in each state. If the exhibitor's state is not TB-Accredited or Brucellosis-Free, then the exhibitor must call the Massachusetts Bureau of Animal Health for entry requirements (617-626-1795).
C. Poultry
- 1. No poultry will be admitted to a fairground until it has been individually inspected.
- 2. All poultry must be free of visual evidence of the following diseases: infectious bronchitis, coryza, pullorum-typhoid, fowl-pox, external parasites and laryngotracheitis.
- 3. Each bird must be accompanied by written proof (ID card or test report) that the breeding flock was blood-tested negative for pullorum-typhoid within one year prior to entry date.
- 4. Birds from quarantined states will not be permitted entry.
- 5. All birds over 16 weeks of age as of January 1, 2008 shall be individually leg banded with a state leg band. This includes out of state exhibitors.
- 6. No bird vaccinated for laryngotracheitis within thirty days of the fair will be admitted.
D. Cattle, Goats and Camelids (Llamas, Alpacas, etc.)
- 1. All animals entering a Massachusetts fairground from out of State or within the state must be accompanied by a valid health certificate signed by an accredited veterinarian certifying that the animals are clinically free of infectious or contagious disease and exposure from such disease. Cattle and Camelids must be identified by either ear tag, tattoo, registration or microchip. Note that all goats and kids presented, regardless of age, must be individually listed and identified on the health certificate. These certificates must be available upon request to fair inspectors. Documents of health certification for out of state animals must be written on relevant state or federal health forms only. In-state animals may be accompanied by a certificate of examination on a veterinarian's letterhead stationery which clearly identifies the contact information for the veterinarian signing the certification. Certificates writte on plain paper are not acceptable. Health Certificates must be dated January 1, 2008 or later. These documents will be accepted for the entire fair season in Massachusetts .
- 2. All of the above animals must be free of visual evidence of the following diseases and conditions: foot rot, mange, pink-eye, ringworm, warts, cow-pox and open or draining wounds.
- 3. In addition, all Goats must also be free of sore mouth and scrapie exposure. Based on the Federal Scrapie Eradication Program (FSEP), goats of any age or sex brought to show or exhibition from either out of state or within state must possess a USDA approved individual identification tag, tattoo, or electronic implant consistent with the requirements of the FSEP and the Massachusetts Emergency Order 1-AHO-06. Information on approved tags, tattoos, and electronic implants is available from the USDA APHIS office in Sutton , MA at 508-865-1421.
- 4. Blue Tongue testing is required for Camelids originating from outside the Commonwealth. Exception: Animals from a USDA declared " Low Incident State " are exempt. Note: New England and New York are low incident states.
- 5. While not required, it is strongly recommended that all cattle be currently vaccinated for rabies.
E. Swine
- 1. All swine entering a Massachusetts fairground must be accompanied by a valid health certificate signed by an accredited veterinarian certifying that the animals are clinically free of infectious or contagious disease and exposure to such disease. Documents of health certification for out of state animals must be written on relevant state or federal health forms only. In-state animals may be accompanied by a certificate of examination on a veterinarian's letterhead stationery which clearly identifies the contact information for the veterinarian signing the certification. Certificates written on plain paper are not acceptable. These certificates must be available upon request to fair inspectors. Health certificates must be dated January 1, 2008 or later. These documents will be accepted for the entire fair season in Massachusetts. All swine must be identified by an official ear tag or registration.
- 2. Swine must be free of visual evidence of the following diseases and conditions: erysipelas, atrophic rhinitis, mange and open or draining wounds.
- 3. No person shall import into Massachusetts from outside the state any swine which have been pseudorabies vaccinated. M.G.L. c. 129 ¤14E.
- 4. No person shall import into Massachusetts swine from Stage l or Stage ll Pseudorabies States.
- 5. All swine shall originate from qualified pseudorabies-free herds, or monitored herds in qualified pseudorabies free States only. The pseudorabies status of the exhibitor's state can be obtained from the state veterinarian's office in each state.
F. Sheep
- 1. Sheep entering a Massachusetts fairground must have a valid health certificate signed by an accredited veterinarian certifying that the animals are clinically free of infectious or contagious disease and exposure from such disease. Documents of health certification for out of state animals must be written on relevant state or federal health forms only. In-state animals may be accompanied by a certificate of examination on a veterinarian's letterhead stationery which clearly identifies the contact information for the veterinarian signing the certification. Certificates written on plain paper are not acceptable. These certificates must be available upon request to fair inspectors. Health certificates must be dated January 1, 2008 or later. These documents will be acceptable for the entire fair season.
¥ 2. No sheep will be allowed entry from flocks in which Scrapie has been diagnosed or in which animals are under surveillance for Scrapie during the previous eighteen months. Based on the Federal Scrapie Eradication Program and the Massachusetts Emergency Order 1-AHO-06, sheep of any age or sex brought to show or exhibition from either out of state or within the state must possess a USDA approved individual identification tag, tattoo, or electronic implant consistent with requirements of the Federal Eradication Scrapie Program. Information on approved tags, tattoos, and electronic implants is available from the USDA APHIS office in Sutton , MA at 508-865-1421
- 3. No sheep will be permitted entry from flocks in which Soremouth has existed or in which Soremouth Vaccine has been administered in the previous sixty days.
- 4. Sheep must be free from visual evidence of foot rot, sore mouth, pink eye, ringworm, and open and draining wounds.
- 5. While not required, it is strongly recommended that sheep be currently vaccinated against rabies.
G. Equine
- 1. All equines entering a Massachusetts fairground must have a valid health certificate signed by an accredited veterinarian certifying that the animals are clinically free of infectious or contagious disease and exposure from such disease. Documents of health certification for out of state animals must be written on relevant state or federal health forms only. In-state animals may be accompanied by a certificate of examination on a veterinarian's letterhead stationery which clearly identifies the contact information for the veterinarian signing the certification. Certificates written on plain paper are not acceptable. These certificates must be available upon request to fair inspectors. Health certificates must be dated January 1, 2008 or later. These documents will be acceptable for the entire fair season.
- 2. All equines must be free of visual evidence of the following diseases and conditions: mange, ringworm, soring, strangles, and open or draining wounds.
- 3. All equines originating from within and outside of the Commonwealth must have a negative USDA-approved EIA test (i.e., Coggins test or ELISA test) dated within twelve months of entry.
- * 4. While not required, it is strongly recommended that all equines be vaccinated for rabies, tetanus and EEE within one year of the fair.
H. Rabbits
- 1. Rabbits must be free of visual evidence of the following diseases: snuffles, wet tail, skin and ear infections. Rabbits will be checked before entering the building for diseases known of in New York, Vermont, and parts of Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Fairs Association Rules Governing "Pulling Contests"
Approved by Mass. Department of Agricultural Resources Bureau of Fairs, March 2006
Rules prefixed O applies to oxen only.
Rules prefixed H applies to horses only.
Rules prefixed P applies to ponies only.
All other rules apply equally to horses, ponies & oxen.
1. The fairs pulling events committee shall be charged with promulgating and enforcing all rules and guidelines pertaining to pulling events in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The committee shall consist of two members representing the Mass. Department of Agricultural Resources, the Mass. Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Mass Fairs Association, Pull Superintendent, Pull Judges, Pony Pull Association, Horse Pull Association and the Oxen Pull Association.
2. There shall be a fair superintendent and up to three judges in charge at all drawing contests. They shall be vested with the authority to disqualify any team or driver for any cause that in their judgment might be detrimental to the best interest of the public, animals or the organization conducting the contest. An official will be designated to determine the proper use of the reins, whip or goad stick. The sole responsibility of 1 judge is to just JUDGE THE CLASS and to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations.
3. The judges and superintendent shall be qualified in stone boat contests and shall have full jurisdiction to decide the weight of the load at any time and to decide anything relative to the actual drawing.
4. Any individual, firm or corporation found guilty of administering drugs, which may affect the conduct, actions, endurance, strength, speed or performance of any animal competing in any pulling competition within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, shall forfeit all prize monies won that day. First offense would consist of a $500.00 fine and a 30-day suspension to be served from May 15 through October 30. Second Offense will result in a $1000 fine and a 1-year suspension; a third offense will result in the teamster being barred for life. (All fines payable to the Mass. Fair Association and mailed to George Dole, 72 Anderson Road, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370.) Any Teamster who refuses to assist the Vet in testing any animal, or refuses to have an animal tested, will be guilty of a First Offense drug violation, punishable by a $500.00 fine and a 30-day suspension to be served from May 15 through October 30.
5. Any owner and/or teamster who has been convicted or found in violation of any other state's statute relating to the use of drugs or stimulants, or other animal protection statute shall be barred from participation in any contest, in this state, for the period prescribed by that state. All testing will be done before the first load or after the last load.
6. Any team disqualified by an agent of Humane Society appointed under Chapter 22C, Section 57, of The M.G.L. shall be taken out of the contest immediately. Before any team is taken out, there should be consultation among the Humane Society, superintendent and judges, and may be announced to the public by the judges.
7. All participants will be properly dressed. Any exhibitor, judge or superintendent who has been drinking alcoholic beverages will be disqualified from the contest and removed from pulling area. Breathalyzers may be used at pulling events to determine if an individual has been drinking. The drinking of alcoholic beverages in and around the ring is prohibited. Any foul or abusive language to the public or anyone connected with the draw, by the driver or his helpers, will cause the driver and team to be disqualified immediately. First offense may result in fines up to $250.00 and a 2-week suspension; Second offense may result in a one-year suspension and fines up to $1000; third offense teamster will be barred for life. Anyone disputing the decision of the judges will be immediately disqualified and fined $100.00. If the teamster is fined, the teamster will not be able to pull until the fines are paid. (All fines payable to the Mass. Fair Association and mailed to George Dole, 72 Anderson Road, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370.)
8. Sores and abrasions caused or likely to be irritated by the bearing surface of harnesses or yokes will deem the animal unfit for use in the contest, decision to be made by superintendent or judges. Any lame animal will not be allowed to pull. Lameness, mechanical in nature and that doesn't cause pain or suffering, as certified by a licensed Veterinarian on a health certificate dated within the previous twelve months, will be allowed to pull.
9. Teams deemed uncontrollable or teamsters losing control, that go beyond the defined pit area, will be immediately disqualified by the Superintendent or judges and removed from the contest. Each fair will mark a defined pit area and make it known at the Driver's meeting prior to each class. In addition, any driver that pulls the load beyond the defined pit area will be penalized - 1st offense will be loss of that hitch; 2nd offense is disqualification for the day and forfeit of entire day's premiums.
10. HP-All horses and ponies to compete in contest, other than Free-For-All Teams, shall be weighed in no earlier than three hours before competition. Check weighing will be permitted before the three-hour period prior to the first class. Horses must wear halters while on scale. All horses and pones will be weighed in the presence of a delegate appointed by the fair, organization or person who is conducting the contest. The delegate shall present weigh-bill to the teamsters, a copy of which is to be kept by said delegate, certifying the horses or ponies name and description as certified by a negative coggins certificate at the exact time of weighing. The scale shall be balanced with a person standing on it, this person shall hold all horses or ponies. The person holding horses or ponies shall be appointed by the delegate if he/she is unable to do this himself/herself. The delegate must sign the weighing certificate. It is the judges discretion of whether animals can be weighed with or without blanket coverage.
11. O-All oxen will be weighed in front of the sponsoring delegate; all weight classes shall be under 2400 lbs., 2400 lbs-2800 lbs., 2801-3200 lbs., over 3200 lbs. and or Free-For-All.
12. O-All weight classes will increase 100 lbs. for the Labor Day weekend events and remain until the end of the season. H-All weight classes will increase by 1% for the Labor Day weekend events and remain until the end of the season.
13. P-All owners/ponies must have proof of measuring by the N.E. Draft Pony Association to pull in a contest. All weight classes shall be under 1200 lbs.; 1200-1400 lbs.; 1401-1800 lbs. and over.
14. H-Horse weight classes; 1-day events-3000 lbs. and under; 3001 lbs.-3300 lbs.; 3301 lbs.- 3600 lbs.; Free-For-All. 2-day events weights will be at the discretion of the fair.
15. HPO-Once a team has been weighed in, there will be no switching of horses, ponies or oxen. Split owner teams will be allowed to compete for premiums. Any claimed owner must remain with his horses, ponies, or oxen for the duration of contest.
16. HPO-Starting load: maximum load of 4000 lbs. for all weight classes and 5000 lbs. Free-For-All classes. Added loads in each class at the discretion of the judges depending on type of pit. At no time after weight has been increased, may it be decreased.
17. Pulling positions to be determined by the drawing of numbers just before starting each class.
18. All teamsters to compete in contest shall have their teams ready at the published time and MUST attend drivers meeting. All classes will close at the completion of the first heat of each class.
19. There shall be a time limit of five (5) minutes. Time will be taken out while the boat is positioned for the next hitch. The time will be kept by the announcer, or appointed timekeeper.
20. Method of Pull: Three hitches with a 5-minute time limit. The boat to be pulled back to the starting pin after hitch. There will be no heading of horses. Teams to be driven by one teamster only. Starting point of the boat shall be properly marked to indicate same starting point for all loads. The distance of each pull will be measured from the center of the boat to the most recent pin. All teams will be allowed three hitches to qualify the load. The boat shall be returned to starting pin after each hitch.
OPTION: Oxen pullers may have the option to have 5-hitches from the pin while staying hooked to the boat, with a 5-minute time limit. At no time should the boat begin at 72" or more from the pin. Teamster may request that the boat be set back to the pin.
5-HITCH PULLS MUST BE PUBLICLY PRE-ADVERTISED PRIOR TO THAT DAY.
21. P-Use of reins is prohibited for any purpose other than to guide the team. Hats and hands on the hindquarters only. Hands must be in sight at all times.
22. H-One inch or more constitutes a hitch.
O-Two inches or more constitutes a hitch.
23. P-3 inches or more constitutes a hitch.
24. Breakdown: An actual separation, braking or bending of equi p.m.ent shall constitute a breakdown. In the event the teamster and/or owner wishes credit for the distance the boat moved before breakage, it would constitute a hitch.
25. Over the rail: If an animal's foot strikes dirt outside the rail, it constitutes a hitch with no credit for the distance pulled. Teams must remain within the rail while hitched to the boat. Teams must be unhooked from the boat if they step over the rail.
26. Any team deliberately driven over the rail will be disqualified from the contest.
27. All teams shall remain in the ring at all times, until class is completed or unless excused by the judge.
28. In case of a tie on longest distance, the second longest distance already pulled will take the top placing.
29. Changing Teamsters: No teamster may be changed after pulling the first load in any class except in an emergency, then only when permitted by judges.
30. HP-Interferences of Evener Men. No assistance other than hitching. Evener Men WILL NOT go ahead of evener, and are to remain silent and do no waving of arms while a team is being set up or is hitched to the load.
31. O-Hitchers will not be allowed to twist tails or use the chain or any other device to stimulate the cattle. They cannot carry anything in their hands but the chain to hitch the cattle. They then shall stand back of boat at a distance prescribed by the judge.
32. Classes shall be as publicized in Premium Booklet or by Fair/Pull.
33. O-A twisted whip with a braided lash or a goad stick may be used in the pit or on the fairgrounds. The goad stick must not be over 4 ft. Long and must not exceed an inch diameter on the small end. The goad stick may be taped with tape but not weighted. The goad shall have no brad in it. Plastic goad sticks may be used, but must be wrapped with black tape. Any driver causing a welt, swelling or drawing blood with the whip or goad stick will be fined $100 per infraction. Second offenses may include suspensions.
34. O-The whip or goad stick shall only be used to guide the oxen outside of the pit area. The whip or goad stick may be used lightly to place the oxen, after being hitched to the boat. Then the oxen may be touched once only to start the boat and once only while the boat is in motion. 2 hits only to animal or yoke. There will be NO RUNNING of teams within the ring and pit areas. No use of butt end of whip or goad stick will be allowed.
35. O-The chain shall not be hitched to the boat while it is under, around or in front of the oxen's legs. (Only when the Chain is between the animals.)
36. O-No driver shall strike the ox in the face except to guide the animal with an open hand. The goad stick or whip may be used lightly in the area of the animal's ears and horns for the steering of the animals only. No use of hands as a twitch on the nose, or in the nostrils.
37. The only persons allowed in the pit and ring areas are Fair Officials, drivers, the person hitching the boat, agents of the Humane Society appointed under chapter 22C, Section 57, M.G.L. and the Bureau of Fairs Inspectors, only pertinent personnel allowed and at the discretion of the Judges..
38. O-All calves over the age of twelve (12) months must be castrated to show or enter any classes.
39. O-Age of oxen and steers should be judged as of day of event.
40. H-The number of times a horse draws will be left up to the discretion of the fair.
41. OHP-No animals will be blind folded.
42. H-In horse pulls the use of reins as a whip is prohibited. The light use of reins on entry to the pit and while team is making its draw, will be limited to that area from the root of the tail to the bottom of the round. IN A SIDE ARM MOTION ONLY. Hands must be in sight at all times. The use of the reins after the boat has stopped or any place on the grounds is prohibited. Lines must be doubled. Reins may be taped together only if no wider than the width of your hand with a single wrapping of tape.
43. The pit will be covered the day before the draw, when it is possible.
44. Participation in pulling events within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has been determined to be a privilege and not a right. Participation in these events are discretionary. Individuals are only permitted to enter these contests if the judges, superintendents and fairs deem it advisable. Individuals who blatantly disregard these rules and regulations and place animals or the public at risk will not be allowed entry to these family events.
45. If an incident should arise and warrants a hearing, a majority of the Massachusetts Agricultural Fair Associations Pulling Events Committee can make a decision pertaining to, but not limited to, disciplinary action. Any infractions are to be made known to the offending party by certified mail within 30 days of the infraction. The offending party has the right to either pay the fine or appeal the decision within 30 days of receipt of notification. Failure to acknowledge notification will result in suspension from all pulling events until the fine(s) have been paid, or the decision of the Committee has been revoked.
46. STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP - The signature on said form verifies that I have read, understood and agree to abide by The Massachusetts Fairs Assoc. Rules Governing Pulling Contests and that the Judge(s) decisions in these competitions are FINAL.
47. Any variation of these rules shall be in the spirit of aforesaid rules and at the discretion of the judges.
Premium List
The Heath Agricultural Society Inc. offers the following premiums divided as follows, to be awarded at the Heath Fair on August 15, 16, 17, 2008. Premium payments will also be made to Children, Youth, and Teens from Franklin County from the Fred W. Wells Fund.
No. 1 Parade: Theme for 2008 is Local Harvest
The Heath Agricultural Society, Inc. will give prizes for the best entries in the parade: $10 $10 $5 and ribbon
Best Decorated Bicycle$10
Oxen & Horses
Call Nathan Clark with any questions: 413-337-6697
No. 2 Oxen - Youth
Weigh-in at 7:00 am, Sunday. Draw at 9:00 am. Must own teams.
A. Youth $8 $6 $4
1. Distance Draw (Monies & rosettes) Must be under 12 years and not draw in any other class.
No. 3 Draft Oxen - Adult
Weigh-in at 7:00 am, Sunday. Draw at 9:00 am.
A. Ton - 2400lb. $65 $55 $45 $35 $25 $15 $10 $5
B. 2400 lb. and under $65 $55 $45 $35 $25 $15 $10 $5
C. 2800 lb. $65 $55 $45 $35 $25 $15 $10 $5
D. 3200 lbs. and under $65 $55 $45 $35 $25 $15 $10 $5
E. 3200 lb. and over $65 $55 $45 $35 $25 $15 $10 $5
No. 4 Draft Stock
A. Colt of Filly, 3 years and under$5 $3 $2
B. 4 year olds to be shown in harness$5 $3 $2
No. 5 Draft Horses (At least 2 entries)
Weigh-in at 7:00 am, Saturday. Draw at 11:00 am.
A. Under 3300 lb. $175 $150 $125 $100 $75 $50 $30 $20 $15 $10
B. Over 3300 lb. $175 $150 $125 $100 $75 $50 $30 $20 $15 $10
No. 6 Pony Pull
Weigh-in at 3:00 p.m. Friday. Draw at 5:00 p.m.
A. Over 14000 lb. $70$60$50$40$30
B. Under 1400 lb. $70$60$50$40$30
Dairy and Beef Cattle
Animals will be received for the adult show from 8:30 until 10:30 a.m. Saturday, also inspection time. They may leave the fairgrounds by 4 p.m. Saturday. 4-H and Youth cattle may enter Saturday after 4 p.m. and Sunday between 9:00 and 10:30 am. Note: 4-H youth animals to exhibited Sunday are not to be exhibited on Saturday. Premiums paid for purebred only. Ribbons will be given for champions both days. Due to lack of facilities, no bulls will be accepted in either dairy or beef cattle shows. The following applies to all. Dress code: All exhibitors must wear white shirts and tan or white skirts or slacks while exhibiting. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification. Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal per class. Make checks payable to Heath Agricultural Society.
No. 7 Dairy Cattle
A. Fitting and Showmanship $16$14 $12 $10 $8
1. Under 14
2. Over 14
B. Judging ContestAll prizes: $16 $14 $12 $10 $8
C. FemalesAll prizes: $16 $14 $12 $10 $8
1. Calf, under 6 months
2. Calf, 6-9 months
3. Calf, 9 months- 1 year
4. Summer Yearlings June 1 to Sept. 1
5. Junior Yearling 1 year and under 2 years (no milk)
6. Senior yearling, 18 months and under 2 years (no milk)
7. Junior Champion, under 2 yrs.(ribbon only).
If in milk, can show in 2 years old class.
8. Heifer (2 years and under 3 years)
9. Cow (3 years and under 4 years)
10. Cow (4 years and under 5 years)
11. Cow (5 years and over)
12. Senior Championship (ribbon only)
13. Grand Champion (ribbon only)
14. Best dry cow, any age.
15. Best uddered cow, any age, to be judged on udder alone. Must be in milk.
16. Best of all breeds. (Grand champion of each breed) $25
D. Groups All prizes: $16 $14 $12 $10 $8
1. Produce of Dam-2 animals of any age, either sex, the produce of one cow. The Dam must be named.
2. Dam-Daughter-2 females, any age, one to be daughter of the other. Must be owned by one exhibitor.
3. Dairy Herd-4 or 5 animals any age, all to be owned by exhibitor.
4. Best 3 females, any age, bred and owned by exhibitor.
5. Best bred and owned.
6. Herdsman class.
No. 8 Beef Cattle
A. Female $16 $14 $12 $10 $8
1. Junior Calf (under 6 months)
2. Senior Calf ( 6 months-under one year)
3. Junior Yearling (one year-under 2 years)
4. Senior Yearling (18 months-under 2 years)
5. Two years old, under three
6. Three years and over
7. Grand Champion (Ribbon only)
B. Groups $16 $14 $12 $10 $8
Produce of Dam (two animals)
C. Commercial Beef $16 $14 $12 $10 $8
1. Junior Calf (under 6 months)
2. Senior Calf ( 6 months-under one year)
3. Junior Yearling (one year-under 2 years)
4. Senior Yearling (18 months-under 2 years)
5. Two years old, under three
6. Three years and over
7. Grand Champion (Ribbon only)
D. Ken Crowninshield Memorial Award-open to Heath youth only. $25 to best cow or steer - dairy, beef or commercial.
No. 9 Sheep Department
Junior Sheep Department
NOTE: See Separate Sheep Entry Form
Mail entry by August 8, 2008 to: Launie M. York, 180 So. Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, MA 01370. (No late entries accepted.) 413-625-2424. All sheep and lambs must be owned and registered by the exhibitor for 30 days. All purebred animals must be registered and registration papers will be checked with supervisor before show. Ear tags or tattoos must be on animals. Entries must be shown in owner's name only as it appears on the registration papers. Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal per class to be sent with entry form. Make checks payable to Heath Agricultural Society.
Youth sheep will be received Saturday after 4 p.m. and between 8 am and 9 am Sunday. All animals must be in place by 9 am Sunday and remain on grounds until 4 p.m..
Registration numbers must be on entry blanks. They will be mailed back if your registration numbers are omitted. One person per entry blank. You may enter on plain white paper. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in group classes, and all animals must be shown in previous single classes; 2 entries only per single class per breed. No more than 2 breeds per exhibitor. Entries may not be made in the Show Ring. Market lambs may not be shown in other classes. All sheep must be sheared by August 1, 2008. Sheep halters are optional but encouraged. Due to limited space, only those sheep that are to be shown will be penned. No adult in show ring with youth at any time.
Dress code: All exhibitors must wear white shirts and tan or white skirts or slacks while exhibiting. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification. Exhibitors must show own sheep when there is more than one in class. Helpers only if two or more sheep in class-dress code applies.
All exhibitors must enter showmanship classes with their own animals and this animal must be shown later in single class. All sheep must be properly fitted and blocked and in show condition. Exhibitors are responsible for feeding and exhibiting their sheep.
Age of animals will be figured as of:
January 1 Dorset, Hampshire, Suffolk, & other purebreds
February 1 Southdown
February 15 Shropshire,
March 1 Cheviots
For the following breeds only:
A. Shropshire D. Dorset G. All other Purebreds-Meat
B. Southdown E. Cheviot H. All other Purebreds-Wool
C. Hampshire F. Suffolk
A. Rams
All prizes $10 $8 $6 $5 $3 $2
1. Yearling Ram, 1 yr.-under 2
2. Ram Lamb
3. Pair of Ram Lambs under one year
4. Champion Ram-Ribbon only
B. Ewes
All prizes $10 $8 $6 $5 $3 $2
1. Yearling Ewe, 1 yr. -under
2. Pair of Yearling Ewes
3. Ewe Lamb Senior
4. Ewe Lamb Junior
5. Pair of Ewe Lambs
6. Champion Ewe-Ribbon only
C. Market Lambs
All prizes $10 $8 $6 $5 $3 $2
Light weight-all breeds competing
Medium-all breeds competing
Heavy-all breeds competing
D. Groups
All prizes $10 $8 $6 $5 $3 $2
1. Exhibitors Flock: 1 ram any age, 2 yearling ewes, 2 ewe lambs
2. Breeder's Young Flock
3. Pen of 3 lambs, both sexes represented, bred and owned.
E. Fitting and Showmanship
All prizes $10 $8 $6 $5 $3 $2
1. Seniors-To be divided on day of show
2. Juniors-To be divided on day of show
3. Novice (First year in show ring).
Special award to best pen of lambs, all breeds competing, bred and owned.
Adult Sheep Department
NOTE: See Separate Sheep Entry Form.
Mail entry by August 8, 2008 to: Launie M. York, 180 So. Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, MA 01370. (No late entries accepted.) 413-625-2424. All sheep and lambs must be owned and registered by the exhibitor for 30 days. All purebred animals must be registered and registration papers will be checked with supervisor before show. Ear tags or tattoos must be on animals. Entries must be shown in owner's name only as it appears on the registration papers. Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal per class to be sent with entry form. Make checks payable to Heath Agricultural Society.
Departments will be open to receive animals for Adult show between 8 am and 10 am Saturday. All animals must be in place by 10 a.m. and remain on grounds until 4 p.m. Saturday.
Registration numbers must be on entry blanks. They will be mailed back if your registration numbers are omitted. One person per entry blank. You may enter on plain white paper. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in group classes, and all animals must be shown in previous single classes; 2 entries only per single class per breed. No more than 2 breeds per exhibitor. Entries may not be made in the Show Ring. Market lambs may not be shown in other classes. All sheep must be sheared by August 1, 2008. Sheep halters are optional but encouraged. Due to limited space, only those sheep that are to be shown will be penned.
Dress code: All exhibitors must wear white shirts and tan or white skirts or slacks while exhibiting. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification. Exhibitors must show own sheep when there is more than one in class. Helpers only if two or more sheep in class-dress code applies.
All sheep must be properly fitted and blocked and in show condition. Exhibitors are responsible for feeding and exhibiting their sheep.
A. Rams All prizes $10 $8 $6 $5
1. Yearling Ram, 1 yr.-under 2
2. Ram Lamb-Senior
3. Ram Lamb-Junior
4. Pair of Ram Lambs under one year
5. Champion Ram-Ribbon only
B. Ewes All prizes $10 $8 $6 $5
1. Yearling Ewe, 1 yr. -under 2
2. Pair of Yearling Ewes
3. Ewe Lamb Senior
4. Ewe Lamb Junior
5. Pair of Ewe Lambs
6. Champion Ewe-Ribbon only
C. Market Lambs $10 $8 $6 $5 $3 $2
1. Light weight-all breeds competing
2. Medium weight-all breeds competing
3. Heavy weight-all breeds competing
D. Groups $10 $8 $6 $5
1. Exhibitors Flock: 1 ram any age, 2 yearling ewes, 2 ewe lambs
2. Breeder's Young Flock
3. Pen of 3 lambs, both sexes represented, bred and owned.
No. 10 Dairy Goats (4-H Youth and Adult)
Goat Show on Friday. Departments will be open to receive animals between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. on Friday. All animals must be in place by 4:00 and must be removed Friday night. Mail entry by August 8, 2007 to: Shirley Tombs, 39 Fiske Mill Rd., Shelburne, MA 01370. 413-625-2168. Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal per class to be sent with entry form. Make checks payable to Heath Agricultural Society. See separate Goat entry form.
All goats must be free of contagious and infectious diseases. Animals found to have or to be developing symptoms of diseases may be sent home by the Superintendent of the Fair. Health papers for the 2008 show season are required and will be presented before unloading animals. All animals must be inspected before unloading. All animals must be owned or lease by the exhibitor prior to June 1, 2008. Certificates of Registration must be available upon request. No duplicates will be accepted.
Each exhibitor is limited to two entries per class for breed classes and one entry per specialty class. Only exhibitors and Fair staff are allowed to work on the goats at the Fairgrounds. No horned goats will be allowed in the dairy goat show. No bucks allowed.
Rabies shots are recommended. All exhibitors are responsible for cleaning out their pens before leaving for the day or forfeit prizes. Cloverbuds 5-7 years old as of January 1, 2008, will be allowed to show only one animal in designated cloverbud classes.
Classes All prizes $8 $6 $4
1. Doe Kid
2. Yearling Doe
3. Yearling Doe in Milk*
4. Two Year Old Doe*
5. Three Year Old Doe*
6. Four Year Old and Over Doe*
7. Dam and Daughter
8. Herd
9. Best Udder
* All milking class animals must have freshened at least once.
No. 11 Poultry (Adult & Youth)
Youth judged separately from Adult.
Chickens over 16 weeks of age must have a Pullorum Typhoid clean test and certificate must be available. All exhibits must be cooped by their owners.
Birds will be received Sunday between the hours of 8 am and 10 am. Birds not in place by 10 a.m. Sunday will be barred from competition. Mail entries to Conrad Halberg, 98 North St., Shelburne Falls, MA 01370. Entry Fee: $1.00 per bird per class to be sent with entry form. Make checks payable to Heath Agricultural Society. Judging will be at 10:00 am Sunday. Birds will be released at 4 p.m. Sunday. Competition will be open to varieties recognized by the American Standard of Perfection including Bantams. Bantams will be judged separately from Standards. Three birds of like breed form a class: No more than two birds per breed per class per exhibitor.
Classes All prizes $7.50 $5 $3
A. Cock
B. Hen
C. Cockerel
D. Pullet
E. Trio (2 females & 1 male, same age)
F. Duck
G. Drake
H. Goose
I. Production
Rosette will be awarded for the best Hen and Cock and best waterfowl.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE CAGED BY THE EXHIBITOR
No 12. Rabbits
Youth & Open Rabbit Show on Saturday. Judging at 9:30 am.
Youth and Adult Department will receive rabbits on Friday, August 15, no later than 8 p.m.. Rabbits will be released by 4 p.m. Sunday. Youth and Adult received at same time. There are cages at the fairgrounds if you wish to use them. Animals showing signs of disease will be disqualified and barred from the show area. Heath Fair cannot be held responsible for lost or injured rabbits. Permanent ear number tattoo in left ear so it can be read. Entries close August 7. Please indicate breed and variety of purebred entries, ear tattoo number must also be listed for all purebred entries.
Mail entries to: Shirley Tombs, 39 Fiske Mill Rd., Shelburne, MA 01370. 413-625-2168. Entry Fee: $1.00 per animal per class to be sent with entry form. Make checks payable to Heath Agricultural Society.
A. Purebred Class of any Breed judged separately $7 $6 $5
1. Senior Buck
2. Senior Doe
3. Junior Buck
4. Junior Doe
B. Pets-Open to any rabbit not eligible to be shown in A. 1-4.
Pets youth only $7 $6 $5
1. Senior Buck
2. Senior Doe
3. Junior Buck
4. Junior Doe
Other special awards may also be given.
Exhibit Hall
Preregistration is required for all entries. Send in entry forms now for every category you think you might like to enter. If some vegetable or flower doesn't work out, you can drop it at the last minute. The important thing is to have your information in our computers before it's time to bring your entries in. Dropping an entry is not a problem, but you must preregister. If you have preregistered, you may add something that wasn't on your original entry form. Entry forms are available in this book, at the Heath Library, and online at heathfair.org. The deadline for receiving entry forms is 5 p.m., Wednesday, August 13. Exhibits are accepted at the Exhibit Hall Thursday, August 14, starting at 4:00 p.m. and must be in place no later than 8 p.m. Good luck to everyone!
Farm Produce
Each Named Variety-Exhibitors must list the names of each variety of fruit, vegetable and field corn on their entry forms. All varieties of the same fruit, vegetable or field corn not named will be judged together. Any exhibit in the Hall is eligible for the Dickinson Family Fund for Historical Heath.
SOME THINGS TO LOOK FOR:
1. Exact number of specimens as specified in the Premium Book
2. Uniformity in size, shape and color.
3. Quality-Not too large, fine texture, etc.
4. Blemishes-no cuts, bruises, insect injury or disease.
5. Stems must be on fruits and vegetables
No. 13 Farm Produce Collection
Displayed in a 4-foot space $10 $8 $6
Displays will be judged by the following: Quality, Arrangement, Utility Value, and Number of Kinds
No. 14 Fruits
All prizes as follows except where noted* $3 $2 $1
A. Best plate of apples each variety
B. Best plate of pears each variety
C. Best plate of peaches each variety
D. Best plate of 10 plums each variety
E. Best plate of grapes, 3 clusters of each variety
F. Small fruits, one pint boxes
1a High bush blueberries, 1b Low bush blueberries
2 Currants
3 Strawberries
4 Raspberries
5 Blackberries
6 Other
G. Other fruits, identified, all competing together
*H. Chopping bowl of fruit consisting of at least 5 varieties of fruit $6 $5 $3
*I. 4-foot space (Name of farm not to be visible) $10 $8 $6
Displays will be judged by the following: Quality, Arrangement, Utility Value, and Number of Kinds.
Unless otherwise specified, five specimens shall constitute a plate in all classes of fruit.
No. 15 Vegetables
All prizes as follows except where noted* $3 $2 $1
*A. Best basket collection. At least 5 vegetables in a basket no larger that a bushel, arranged for effect and quality. $6 $5 $3
B. Best Beans, 15 pods
1. Green Snap
2. Yellow Wax
3. Shell
4. Burgundy
C. Best Beets, 5
D. Best Broccoli, 2
E. Best Cabbage, 2
F. Best Carrots:
1. 5 under 6"
2. 5 over 6"
G. Best Cauliflower, 2
H. Best Corn, Sweet 5 Ears
I. Best Cucumbers:
1. 10 Pickling
2. 3 Slicing
J. Best Eggplant, 2
K. Best Kohlrabi, 2
L. Best Lettuce:
1. Head, 2
2. Leaf, 2 plants in water
M. Best Melons:
1. Muskmelons, 2
2. Watermelons, 2
N. Best Onions, 5
O. Best Peas:
1.Peas, 10
2. Edible Podded Peas, 10
P. Best Peppers:
1. Sweet Peppers, 5
2. Hot Peppers, 5
Q. Best Potatoes, 5 of any named variety
1. White
2. Red
R. Best Pumpkins
1. Sugar, 2
2. Field, 2
S. Best Spinach
1. Standard Spinach, 2 plants in water
2. New Zealand Spinach, 2 plants in water
T. Best Squash, summer
1. Straight neck, 2
2. Crook neck, 2
3. Patty Pan, 2
4. Zucchini, 2
5. Other, 2 identified
*T. K-6. Strangest shaped squash any variety $15$10$5
U. Best Squash, Winter
1. Hubbard, 2
2. Acorn, 2
3. Butternut, 2
4. Buttercup, 2
5. Other, 2 identified
*V1. Best squash collection- 2 specimens of 3 varieties or more
Sponsored by Conrad & Kathy Halberg $7.50 $5 $3
V2. Best collection of gourds
V3. Decorated Squash using other vegetables to look like people.
W. Best Swiss Chard, 2 plants in water
X. Best Standard Tomatoes
1. Red, 5
2. Green, 5
3. Yellow, 5
Y. Best Cherry Tomatoes
1. Red, 10
2. Green, 10
3. Yellow, 10
Z. Best Turnips
1. Purple topped, 4
2. Rutabagas, 2
AA. Other vegetables, identified, all competing together
No. 16 Fresh Culinary Herbs
3 samples each of 5 varieties in separate containers all judged together $3 $2 $1
No. 17 Feed (Adult only)
A. Field Corn, 5 stalks each named variety $3 $2 $1
B. Best Baled Hay
1. First Cutting, 1 Bale $3 $2 $1
2. Second cutting,. 1 Bale $3 $2 $1
No. 18 Eggs
One dozen uniform in size and color $3 $2 $1
No. 19 Best Maple Syrup
A. Made in 2007, 2 glass pint containers, judged for color, consistency and taste $5 $4 $3
B. Collection of Maple products consisting of 2 pts. Maple syrup, 1 lb. soft sugar & 1 lb. cake sugar. $5 $4 $3
This prize awarded by Dickinson Family Fund for Historical Heath in memory of Mike Peters.
No. 19B. Best Confection or Baked Good made with Maple Syrup $25 $15 $10
No. 20 Best Honey
A. Extracted- 2 jars $4 $3 $2
B. Comb Honey- 2 packages $4 $3 $2
Canned Goods Sealed by Processing
SOME THINGS TO LOOK FOR:
1. Product should be of the best quality, near uniform in size and good color.
2. Liquid should be clear, no sediment and of good color.
3.Containers should be uniform, clean, properly sealed and displayed without bands.
No. 21 Best Collection of Relishes
One Jar each of 3 varieties, labeled $4 $3 $2
No. 22 Best Collection of Pickles
One Jar each of 3 varieties, labeled $4 $3 $2
No. 23 Best 2-Jar Collection, Vegetables
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. TomatoesF. Beets
B. String Beans (Green) 1. Whole
C. String Beans (Yellow) 2. Sliced
D. CarrotsG. Corn
E. GreensH. All others competing for one set
No. 24 Best 2-Jar Collection, Canned Fruit
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. PeachesF. Plums
B. Blueberries G. Cherries
C. Pears H. Applesauce
D. BlackberriesI. All others competing for one set
E. Raspberries
No. 25 Best 2-Jar Collection of Jelly
All prizes $3 $2 $1
1. Clear, good color and consistency
2. Containers should be uniform, clean, labeled and displayed without bands.
3. Must be sealed by processing, no paraffin.
A. Apple D. Currant
B. Grape E. Blackberry
C. Mint F. Other, with recipe
No. 26 Best 2-Jar Collection of Jam
All prizes $3 $2 $1
1. Clear, good color and consistency
2. Containers should be uniform, clean, labeled and displayed without bands.
3. Must be sealed by processing, no paraffin.
A. Strawberry D. Blueberry
B. Raspberry E. Other, with recipe
C. Blackberry
No. 27 Flowers All prizes $3 $2 $1
Flowers will be judged solely on quality of blooms. Standard containers provided at the Hall. *Sunflower prize money is different, see Sunflower Contest, P., below
A. Asters, 5 blooms
B. Calendulas, 5 blooms
C. Cosmos, 5 blooms
D. Dahlias
1. 6" or over, 5 blooms
2. Less than 6", 5 blooms
3. Cactus Dahlia, 5 blooms
E. Gladiolus, 5 blooms
F. Marigolds, 5 blooms
1. Small blooms (no more than 1 _")
2. Medium blooms (1 _"- 3")
3. Large blooms (diameter at least 3")
G. Nasturtiums, 5 blooms
H. Petunias
1. Single flowered, 5 blooms
2. Double flowered, 5 blooms
I. Zinnias, 5 blooms
1. Small blooms (no more than 1 ")
2. Medium blooms (1 "- 3")
3. Large blooms (diameter at least 3")
J. Snapdragons, 5 spikes
K. Lily (bulb) bloom or stem
1. Tiger
2. Oriental
L. Roses, one bloom or stem
1. Standard
2. Miniature
M. Largest Sunflower
N. Best Annual (identified)-other than those above, 5 stems
O. Best Perennial (identified)-other than those above, 5 stems
P. Sunflower Contest
Adults $5 $3 $2
Youth $3 $2 $1
Under 9 years, ribbons for everyone. One adult and one youth entry per family.
Sponsored by Golden Yarrow Landscape Design.
1. Biggest Sunflower Head
2. Sunflower collection- 3 cut stems of 3 different types
Q. Other flowers
1. Child. Zinnias and marigolds
2. Youth. Zinnias and marigolds
R. Bachelor Buttons, 5 blooms
No. 28 Flower Arrangement
All prizes $4 $3 $2
Flower arrangements will be judged on artistic value as well as quality of blooms. Flowers must be grown and arranged by exhibitor.
A. Large ornamental basket of flowers
B. Vase of flowers, arranged for color and harmony
C. Small arrangement (not over 5" any dimension, container included)
D. Native and wild flowers and/or fruit or foliage, arranged for effect.
E. Cut foliage arrangement
F. Garden flowers (shades of yellow and orange)
G. Garden flowers (shades of red)
H. Garden flowers (shades of blue and white)
I. Flowers arranged in a container, not originally intended for flowers
1. Judged for beauty
2. Judged for humor
J. Dining table centerpiece, with candles
K. Holiday arrangement, specify holiday
L. Bedside Arrangement
M. Holiday Arrangement using fruit or vegetables and flowers. (?M. is sponsored by Cozy Nook Gardens.)
No. 29 House Plants
All prizes $3 $2 $1 A through F must be in bloom and will be judged on quality of blooms.
A. African Violets
B. Begonias
1. tuberous, large flowered
2. fibrous-rooted "wax", small flowered
C. Gloxinias
D. Geraniums
E. Impatiens
F. Other (potted) flowering plant (must be identified)
G. Succulents
1. True Cactus
2. Christmas Cactus
3. Jade plant
4. Other (must be identified)
H. Foliage Plants-may be hanging or standing, but judged on foliage only.
1. Coleus
2. Ivy, all types
3. Spider Plant
4. Other, not listed above (must be identified)
I. Terrarium
Home Furnishings & Needlework
All articles must be completed by the exhibitor since previous fair. All articles must be clean. Please indicate if kit. All articles will be judged on color, design, appropriateness and workmanship. All articles must be finished to receive an award. Questions call Alli Thane Stetson 337-4852.
No. 30 Rugs 36" and Over
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. BraidedE. Latch Hook
B. CrochetedF. Woven
C. HookedG. Other
D. Knitted
No. 31 Rugs Up to 36"
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. BraidedE. Latch Hook
B. CrochetedF. Woven
C. HookedG. Other
D. Knitted
No. 32 Quilts All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Hand sewn-Patchwork
1. Tied
2. Quilted
B. Hand sewn- Appliqued
1. Tied
2. Quilted
C. Machine sewn-Patchwork
1. Tied
2. Quilted
D. Machine sewn -Appliqued
1. Tied
2. Quilted
E. Combination hand and machine sewn
1. Tied
2. Quilted
F. Other
No. 33 Afghans All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Crocheted
B. Knitted
C. Other
No. 34 Pillows All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Embroidered
B. Counted cross stitch
C. Latch hook
D. Crewel
E. Knitted
F. Crocheted
G. Canvas work
H. Woven
I. Quilted, hand sewn; Quilted, machine sewn
J. Painted
K. Stenciled
L. Other
No. 35 Wall Hangings
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Embroidered F. Painted
B. Counted cross stitch G. Stenciled.
C. Latch hook H. Quilted
D. Crewel 1. Hand sewn
E. Canvas Work 2. Machine sewn
No. 36 Tablecloths All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Embroidered E. Woven
B. Counted cross stitch F. Painted
C. Quilted, hand sewn G. Stenciled
Quilted, machine sewn H. Other
D. Crocheted
No. 37 Doily All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Crocheted
B. Other
No. 38 Table Runners
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Quilted C. Embroidered
B. Crocheted D. Other
No. 39 Christmas Tree Skirt
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Quilted D. Painted
B. Crocheted E. Other
C. Embroidered
No. 40 Knitting & Crocheting-Adult
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Sweaters
1. Hand knit
2. Crochet
3. Machine
4. Other
B. Hat, knit or crochet
C. Scarf, knit or crochet
D. Mittens, knit or crochet
E. Sets, knit or crochet
No. 41 Knitting & Crocheting-Child
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Sweaters
1. Hand knit
2. Crochet
3. Machine
4. Other
B. Hat, knit or crochet
C. Scarf, knit or crochet
D. Mittens, knit or crochet
E. Sets, knit or crochet
No. 42 Knitting & Crocheting-Infant
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Sweaters
1. Hand knit
2. Crochet
3. Machine
4. Other
B. Hat, knit or crochet
C. Scarf, knit or crochet
D. Mittens, knit or crochet
E. Sets, knit or crochet
No. 43 T-Shirts
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Embroidered D. Stenciled
B. Counted cross stitch E. Glitter or beadwork
C. Painted F. Other
No. 44 Sweatshirts
All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Embroidered D. Stenciled
B. Counted cross stitch E. Glitter or beadwork
C. Painted F. Other
No. 45 Plastic Canvas Work $3 $2 $1
No. 46 Tote Bags All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Quilted D. Painted
B. Embroidered E. Other
C. Crewel
No. 47 Sewing All prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Infant's garment
B. Children's
1. Play or school clothes
2. Best clothes
3. Sleepwear
4. Outerwear
5. Any other
C. Women's wear
1. Dress
2. Shorts, culottes, slacks, skirt
3. Blouse
4. Suit
5. Outerwear
6. Any other
D. Men's wear, any suitable garment
Food
Each entry must be accompanied by the recipe. No mixes allowed. Each entry must be wrapped in a plastic bag or clear wrap.
No. 48 Bread All prizes $4 $3 $2
A. White Bread (yeast)E. Muffins (6)
B. Dark Bread (yeast)F. Sweet or Quick Bread
C. Rolls (6-yeast)G. Machine Made
D. Other Bread (yeast)
No. 49 Doughnuts and Cookies
All prizes $4 $3 $2
A. Best plate Doughnuts (6 plain)
B. Best plate Doughnuts (6 yeast)
C. Best plate of Cookies (6)
D. Best plate of Chocolate Chip cookies (6)
E. Best plate of Brownies (6)
F. Best plate of Bar Cookies (6)
No. 50 Best Cake
All prizes $4 $3 $2
A. Sponge or Angel CakeD. Other
B. White CakeE. Decorated, judged for
C. Chocolate Cake decoration only
No. 51 Best Pie
All prizes $4 $3 $2
A. One Crust Pie
B. Two Crust Pie
No. 52 Best Candy
All prizes $4 $3 $2
A. Chocolate
B. Other
No. 53 Best Fudge $4 $3 $2
No. 54 Best Breakfast Dish
$15 $10 $5
Using local produce. Only one prize for all age groups.
Sponsored by Maple House Bed & Breakfast
Arts & Crafts
No. 55 Photography
All prizes $3 $2 $1
Must be hangable with unbreakable frame. Indicate adult or youth.
A. Collection of 3 black and white prints 5 x 7 or over
B. Collection of 3 color prints 5 x 7 or over
C. Collection of 3 snapshots (under 5 x 7)
D. Other
No. 56 Michael J. Peters Memorial Award $25
Best photograph, 5 x 7, black and white or color of a past Heath Fair.
Sponsored by the Community Foundation
No. 57 Hobby Collection $3 $2 $1
Mounted or in container, not previously exhibited.
No. 58 Arts All prizes $3 $2 $1
Please indicate if kit.
1. Painting (must be hangable)
a. Oil b. Acrylic c. Watercolor
2. Drawing (must be hangable)
3. Prints (must be hangable)
4. Sculpture
5. String
6. Macrame
7. Ceramics
a. Mold made b. Hand made
8. Plastic
a. Clip art poster of Heath
9. Youth only-Computer
a. Clip art poster of Heath
b. Drawing/Picture
10. Other
No. 59 Crafts All prizes $3 $2 $1
Please indicate if kit.
1. Wood carving 10. Dolls
a. Carving small a. Original
b. Carving large b. Soft sculpture
2. Wood Construction c. Judged for clothing only
a. Construction small 11. Stuffed Animal
b. Construction large 12. Dried materials
3. Metal a. Basket arrangement
4. Leather b. Other
5. Glass 13. Jewelry (mounted on card)
6. Paper 14. Wreaths
7. Collage and Decoupage a. Dried Flowers
8. Wood Sculpture b. Natural Materials
9. Clay sculpture 15. Plastic
16. Other
No. 60 Legos & K-Nex
All prizes $3 $2 $1
No exhibit can be larger than 2' x 2'.
A. Legos
B. K-Nex
Nature Collections
Please no endangered species in the collections. Numbers 60-62 will be judged for quantity, quality and accuracy of labeling.
No. 61 Youth/Child Conservation Collection
Exhibitors must state age. All Prizes $3 $2 $1
A. Collection of leaf prints, mounted and named, 5 specimen minimum.
B. Collection of insects, mounted and named, 5 dead specimens, minimum.
C. Collection of common weeds, mounted and named, 5 specimen minimum.
D. Collection of wildflowers, mounted and named, 5 specimen minimum.
E. Collection of native wood, mounted and named, 5 specimen minimum.
F. Collection of any other conservation item(s) mounted and named.
No. 62 Largest collection of named Wildflowers fresh or mounted
By a family or individual and identified $5
No. 63 Largest collection of named Fresh Mushrooms, Toadstools, Puffballs
By a family or individual and identified $5
No. 64 Largest collection of named Ferns
Fresh or mounted. By a family or individual and identified $5
No. 65 Largest collection of Any other Named Conservation Item
No. 66 For Children under 6 years (Ribbon only) Display-one item only.
No. 67 Organizational Exhibit
Four foot space $10 $7 $5
No. 68 Jack's Favorite
A. Beauty $15 $10 $5
B. Taste $15 $10 $5
Sponsored by Jack Cable.
No. 69 sWild Rambling $25 $15 $10
Best Collection of natural history items from Heath, Mass. Judged for:
1. Accuracy of identification items
2. Preservation
3. Uniqueness of Collection.
Sponsored by Bill Lattrell
Special Consideration
Dickinson Family Fund for Historical Heath
Any entry in the exhibit hall which, in the opinion of the Funds Distribution Committee, most reflects traditional agriculture or New England Craftsmanship. This award will only be given if there are qualified entries that meet the standards of the Distribution Committee. $60 $25 $15
Send all Exhibit Hall entry forms to be received no later than Wednesday, August 13, to:
Kim Richter
93 Avery Brook Road
Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
Good Luck!!
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