SHELBURNE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL EXHIBITION ASSOCIATION

#7 7 John Street | PO Box 481Shelburne NS B0T 1WO

(902) 875-3663 | 875-2212shelb.co.ex@live.ca

www.shelburneexhibition.ca

President: Karen CoxVice-President: Ralph CoxSecretary: Karen ScottTreasurer: Dee HardingManager: Burke Harris

Directors: Maynard Nickerson, Sonny Bower, Jerry Scott, Karen Scott, Dwayne Hammond, Paul Boudreau

Honorary Directors: Gerald Bower, Geraldine Siegel, Ray Harris, Bette Hill, Clare Thompson, Jim Bradley, George Matthews

Committees: (the first name on each committee is the Chair)

Dairy & Beef Cattle: Jerry Scott

Working Cattle: Jerry Scott, Maynard Nickerson

Heavy Horse: Burke Harris, Jerry Scott

Light Horse & Pony: South Western Riders Assoc. Members

Turkeys, Waterfowl, Poultry, Eggs: George Matthews, Karen Scott, Maynard Nickerson

Booths: Jim Bradley, Ralph Cox

Special Prizes: Ralph Cox, Paul Boudreau

Entertainment: Burke Harris

Parade: Steven and Barbie Barrett

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Public Relations: Burke Harris, Debi Hill

Pageants: Karen Cox, Kaitlyn Wesley

Kiddie Farm: Joanna Henningar, George Matthews, Maynard Nickerson

Trailer Parking: Maynard Nickerson, Joanna Henningar

Maintenance: Ralph Cox, Jerry Scott, Dwayne Hammond, All Directors

Hauling Building: Maynard Nickerson, Jerry Scott

Historical: Debbie Hill, Karen Cox

Country Kitchen: Karen Cox, Kaitlyn Wesley, Karen Scott

Landscaping: Jenna Shnare, All Directors

Custodian Supervisor: All Directors

Website & Facebook Profile: Barbie Barrett, Steven Barrett, Kaitlyn Wesley

4-H Representatives: Dorothy Peacock, Dee Harding

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RULES & REGULATIONS:

1. The exhibition is to be held in the exhibition buildings and grounds and to be continued open for 5 days each year. The gates open at 12pm and close at 10pm.

2. Admission Fees: Daily Pass $6 Season Pass $25 Ages 10-15 $3 Season Pass $10 Children under 10 admitted free Seniors 65+ $2 (Wednesday only)

3. Trailer Parking is as followed: Trailers will be charged from the time they pull in until closing on Saturday. Cost is $8.00 per day. Any Garbage must be put out by the horse club booth in the evenings after all events have finished.

4. Rules of Entry: intending exhibitors & visitors are advised to read and consider carefully the following rules & regulations covering the Exhibition, which will be strictly enforced.

5. Premiums: Open to the Province to be awarded to competitors for articles of their own growth or production or ownership. In various classes, the entry must in every instance be made in the name of the bona fide owner/producer. In all cases, the exhibitor will be considered the owner for the duration of the Exhibition. Unless this rule is strictly observed, no prizes will be awarded to the entry.

6. Articles exhibited, excepting livestock, must be the growth, production, or manufacturer of during the present year, except where otherwise noted.

7. No exhibits shall be received after 10am the first day of Exhibition. Unavoidable delays to be dealt with at the discretion of the committee. Exhibitors are urgently advised to register their entries prior to opening day and no article entered for exhibit is to be removed before 9pm on closing day, under forfeiture of all prizes that may have been awarded. Livestock is not to be removed before 8pm on closing day unless prior arrangements have been made with the Executive.

8. Exhibitors will, at all times, give personal attention to their exhibit(s) and at close of Exhibition, take charge of the same.

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9. If the exhibited article of any section be of inferior quality, the judges will award only such premiums as they determine and they may exercise their discretion as to whether they will award any premium.

10. Safety of Exhibits: Special employees and/or volunteers will be in charge and will, with the aid of Law Enforcement, endeavour to protect property and ensure good order. It must be understood however that the exhibitor/owners themselves must assume all risk. Should any exhibit be accidentally injured, lost or stolen, while the Association will give all the assistance in its power, it will not make any payment or reimbursements for the value thereof.

11. Each exhibitor will receive from the Secretary, or someone appointed by the Secretary, an entry tag for each article to be exhibited, and is required to affix such tag upon the article which is to be exhibited, specifying the class, section and exhibitor’s ID number. Entry sheets are to be filled out and submitted to the Secretary.

12. Limit of entries: no person shall be permitted to enter for exhibition more than one specimen of the required quantity in any one section, or more than one specimen from any one farm, garden or manufacturer. *This rule is not to be applied to animals.

13. Declaration of Exhibitor: exhibitors shall, if required, make a statutory declaration that the articles exhibited are in accordance with the rules & regulations of the Association. If an exhibitor refuses to make such a declaration when requested, all premiums awarded shall be forfeited.

14. Expenses of transportation by the Exhibitor: exhibitors must provide for the delivery of their articles to the Exhibition grounds. The Association cannot make provision for the transportation, or be subject to any expense thereof, either with the delivery to or return from the grounds. All expenses connected therewith must be provided by the exhibitors themselves, and all expenses & cartage charges must be prepaid.

15. Exhibits addressed to Manager: Articles not accompanied by their owners must have the exhibitor’s name plainly marked thereon and be addressed to the proper department, in care of the Exhibition, except by and at the expense of their owners or their authorized agents.

16. All exhibits must remain intact until the close of the Exhibition.

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Any person behaving in an offensive manner will be banned from the Exhibition for the period of one year, unless otherwise stipulated. The Board of Directors of the Shelburne County Agricultural Exhibition have the authority to take disciplinary action against any unruly behaviour.

17. Complaints directed toward the Exhibition must be put in writing and submitted to the President or Manager to be dealt with at a specially convened meeting of the Executive & Directors, called for that purpose.

18. Any person who shall attempt to interfere with the judges whilst in the discharge of their duties, or shall attempt to influence their decisions by their presence or remarks, shall forfeit their right to any prizes or premiums which they might have otherwise been entitled to, and will be dealt with as the Committee may determine.

19. The Judges will not enter into argument with exhibitors as to the merits of their exhibits, but after judging a section (if time permits) they may state their reasons for their awards and answer reasonable questions.

20. Judges will sign and hand their list of awards to the Secretary or their assistant as soon as possible and make their more extended report afterward, with such recommendations as circumstances or their experience may suggest. The Judges are requested not to leave the grounds until they have ascertained that there are no protests against the awards in the classes which they have judged.

21.In the absence of sufficient numbers on a committee, the chairperson may choose a person or persons to assist the committee.

22. The award of premiums will be paid by cheque (except in the case of a specific cash prize) on the evening of closing day.

Re. Livestock23.Every exhibitor of livestock must, if required, make a statutory declaration

that, to the best of their knowledge & belief, their herd is free from infection or contagious disease before they shall be permitted to exhibit the herd or any portion thereof.

24. In all purebred classes, the animals must be registered in the Canadian National Livestock Records or Association and be approved by them. Such registration papers, properly transferred to the Exhibitor, must be produced when required to do so.

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25. If the exhibit in any section is of inferior quality, the judges will award only such premiums as they deem advisable, and they may exercise their discretion as to whether they will award any premium.

26. For any cattle suspected of having ringworm, the committee will call in an authorized veterinarian for inspection.

27. In all cases, the right is reserved to reject entirely or to accept conditionally, any entry or application. Under no circumstances will any animals which are suffering from contagious diseases, or articles which are dangerous by reason of their combustible or explosive character, be admitted. If such an article be introduced by an exhibitor, through misrepresentation or otherwise, they may be removed from the premises by order of the Manager.

28. The age of dairy cattle will be calculated from January 1st and September 1st of each year.

29. Ages of horses will be calculated to the 1st of January each year.

30. No animal under 3 months of age will be allowed to compete as a separate entry.

31. All animals must be exhibited in the section set apart for their age group. Younger animals will not be allowed to show in any section intended for older animals.

32. All animals must be shown in the ring and exhibitors must be prepared to bring them out when called for.

33. No person shall be permitted in the judging rings during the time of judging except the Judges, their assistants, and the grooms.

34. All vehicles must be off the grounds by 10 each morning, except when the vehicle is needed for delivery or pickup.

35. There will be a $5 charge for all horses to be held by the Association in the event that drug testing is required.

36. There will be zero tolerance for open alcohol, consumption, and/or intoxication in any public building of the Exhibition grounds.

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37. Entries: most entries will close on the Monday prior to the Tuesday start of Exhibition at 4:30pm. Entry forms should include pre-payment of any weekly passes & trailer park fees. These tickets and passes can be picked up at the office upon your arrival on the grounds once the livestock is stalled in the barns.

BOOTH RENTAL CONTRACT

Persons making use of the Booth space offered during the Shelburne County Exhibition must agree to, and abide by, the rules and regulations of the Association regarding same.

1) All goods, services, information and other materials on display or for sale at the Exhibition must be clearly in good taste and deemed suitable for family viewing. (Should there be any doubt, a decision will be made at the discretion of the SCAA Manager, in consultation with his/her Board of Directors)

2) Booths shall be kept clean, tidy, and in good order by the Booth Personnel in charge of the Booth. Waste receptacles will be provided by the SCAA.

3) Basic electrical power is provided for a limited demand. Extensions cords are the responsibility of the Booth Personnel. Extra power requirements may require an additional charged as seemed necessary by the Manager.

4) The Association will not be held responsible for any injury, loss of property or damage to property while on display at the Exhibition.

5) Booths may be installed on Tuesday of the Exhibition, unless previous arrangements have been made with the Manager.

6) Booths ARE NOT permitted to be dismantled before 9pm on Saturday, the closing day of the Exhibition.

7) A deposit fee of $50 (fifty dollars) is required before a booth is installed. This fee will be returned at 9pm on the final day of Exhibition, providing the leasee has abided by the rules & regulations as set out in this contract. Those in violation of this agreement will forfeit the deposit fee.

8) A limited supply of both tables and chairs are supplied by the Association which should meet the needs of the Booth Personnel.

9) The section of glass in front of the bleachers, overlooking the stage area, is a “clear zone”. No displays are permitted on the glass that may block the stage viewing of the audience.

10) Nails, tacks, staples or any sharp objects are not to be driven into the “puck board” surrounding the rink.11) Booth personnel are required to purchase seasons tickets for themselves.12)Vehicles belonging to Booth Personnel are permitted in the arena area for the

installation and removal of the Booths only. At all other times they must remain outside the Exhibition grounds.

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Special provisions for 1-day exhibitors: All of the above, with the exception of #7

All contracts must be signed & dated by both the leasee and leasor.

PRIZES & PREMIUMSDairy Cattle1. All animals must be shown on halter.2. Registered bulls only.3. No animal under 3 months of age will be allowed to compete as a separate

entry for judging.4. No animal will be allowed to compete as a 3 year old cow unless she has had a

calf.

Class 1 – Holstein Purebred 1ST 2ND 3RD 1. Bull, 3 years and up $7 $5.50 $42. Bull, 2 years & under 3 $7 $5.50 $43. Bull, 1 year & under 2 $6 $4.50 $34. Bull, 6-12 months $5 $4 $35. Bull, 3 months & under 6 months $5 $4 $36. Cow, 4 years & under 6 $6 $5 $47. Cow, 3 years & under 4 $6 $5 $48. Cow, 2 years & under 3 - in milk $5.50 $4.50 $3.509. Heifer, 2 years & under 3 - dry $5.50 $4.50 $3.5010. Heifer, 1 year & under 2 $5.50 $4 $311. Heifer, 6 to 12 months $5.50 $4 $312. Heifer, 3 months & under 6 months $5 $4 $3

Class 2 – Ayrshire Purebred Sections and prizes same as Class 1 above

Class 3 – Jersey Purebred Sections and prizes same as Class 1 above

Class 4 – Guernsey Purebred Sections and prizes same as Class 1 above

Class 5 – Grade Dairy Cattle 1ST 2ND 3RD 1. Cow, 4 years and up $6 $5 $42. Cow, 3 years & under 4 $6 $5 $43. Cow, 2 years & under 3 - in milk $5.50 $4.50 $3

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4. Heifer, 2 years & under 3 - dry $5 $4 $35. Heifer, 1 year & under 2 $5 $4 $36. Heifer, 6 to 12 months $4.50 $3.50 $2.507. Heifer, 3 months & under 6 months $4.50 $3.50 $2.50

Beef CattleClass 6 – Short Horn Purebred For all classes except ribbon classes - 1ST $20 2ND $18 3RD $15 4TH $101. Bull, 2 years and over2. Bull, yearling3. Bull calf, 6-12 months4. Bull calf, 3-6 months5. Female without calf6. Female with calf at foot: calf born in current year, calf & cow to be judged as

a unit in any class in which they are exhibited – 60% for calf 40% for cow7. Heifer, 2 years & under 38. Heifer, yearling9. Heifer 6-12 months10. Heifer 3-6 months11. Senior champion male12. Junior champion male13. Grand champion male14. Senior champion female15. Junior champion female16. Grand champion female17. Breeder’s herd: bred & owned by exhibitor, a group of 4 to be presented

Class 7 – Purebred HeiferSections & prizes same as Class 6

Class 8 – Purebred AngusSections & prizes same as Class 6

Class 9 – Any Other PurebredSections & prizes same as Class 6

Class 10 – Grade Beef1. Female with calf at foot: calf born in current year - calf & cow to be judged as a unit in any class in which they are exhibited – 60% for calf 40% for cow

$20 $18 $15

2. Heifer, 2 years $20 $18 $15 3. Cow, 3 years & under $20 $18 $15

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4. Cow, 4 years & over $20 $18 $15 5. Yearling Heifer $20 $18 $136. Heifer 6-12 months $15 $13 $107. Heifer 3-6 months $15 $13 $10

Class 11 – Work Cattle 1ST 2ND 3RD 1. Yoke working oxen, 7 years & over $14 $11.50 $92.Yoke working oxen, 6 years & under 7 $14 $11.50 $93.Yoke working oxen, 5 years & under 6 $14 $11.50 $94.Yoke working oxen, 4 years & under 5 $14 $11.50 $95.Yoke working steers, 3 years & under 2 $12 $10 $96.Yoke working steers, 2 years & under 3 $12 $10 $97.Yoke working steers, 1years & under 2 $11 $9 $88.Pair steer calves 6-12 months $9 $7 $69.Pair steer calves, 3 months & under 6 months $8 $7 $510.Single Ox $4 $3 $211.Single steer, 3 years & under 4 $4 $3 $212.Single steer, 2 years & under 3 $3.50 $2.50 $1.5013.Single steer, 1 year & under 2 $3.50 $2.50 $1.5014.Steer calf 6-12 months $3.50 $2.50 $1.5015.Steer calf 3 months & under 6 months $3.50 $2.50 $1.5016.Grand Champion Senior *ribbon17.Grand Champion Junior *ribbon

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RULES FOR OX & HORSE HAULING

1. All teams are invited to attend the Exhibition. All classes are open to visiting teams.

2. Teamsters cannot be changed for the duration of a pull.

3. All hauling will be on a pound basis.

4. All teams must be weighed & watered as soon as possible after arrival.

5. All teams must be walked on scales. Judge or appointed person will weigh in the cattle.

6. Cattle will be divided equally according to entries into light, medium and heavy classes.

7. Order of pull will be by draw.

8. Only one teamster to each team, but a helper is allowed when hooking to the drag and in case of accident or breakage.

9. No excessive butting of horse teams, at the discretion of the judge.

10. Any teamster deemed to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to compete.

11. No whips allowed with horses. In the case of oxen, whips may be used but lash must be kept in hand.

12. No cruelty will be tolerated on the grounds to any animals.

13. Lines will be placed 11 feet apart for horse-hauls, 9 feet apart for ox-hauls.

14. Pulling distance for both horse & oxen shall be 36”. Oxen have 3 starts to move the load 36”; horses have 3 starts but load must move 36” in one start.

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15. In case of breakage of harness or yoke, after repairs are made, the teamster will be allowed to break the drag loose by a side pull which will not count as one of the three starts.

16. A time limit of 15 minutes will be allowed for each team to complete their pull. If breakage occurs, time off will be allowed.

17. If any animal of any team be so blemished or in poor condition, the judge & committee have the right to eliminate the team from competition.

18. Each swing shall constitute a pull at the judge’s discretion.

19. Minimum starting loads for teams are: heavy draft – weight of the team; light draft – weight of the team.

20. All placings in pulling contests will be made on a percentage basis. All teams to pull in the same direction and pull to finish.

21. A team must be in the hauling position to be disqualified for stepping over the lines. The hauling position means when a teamster is teaming the cattle by being in front of, behind, throwing dirt on, slapping the boxes, or doing anything to startle the oxen, at the judge’s discretion.

22. In the case of a tie, the team that pulls first will be the winner. The heaviest load will be determined by the last successful haul.

23. During pulling contests, only the judge, scorer, announcer, loaders, forklift operator, and one teamster are allowed in the ring. Non-active teamsters are to stay in the seated areas outside of the ring. In the case of horse hauls, helpers will be permitted in the ring but cannot assist in actual teaming or loading of drag.

24. Drug testing can and may be done. Prizes will be withheld pending the result of the drug test and will be forfeited in the event of a positive test. Teamster will be barred from the following year’s exhibition.

25.There will be a $20 stall fee for the ox stall; at the end of the exhibition $10 will be returned when stalls are cleaned on Saturday night.

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Section 1- oxen, heavy team

1st

602nd

503rd

404th 30

5th 20

6th 10

Section 2- oxen, medium team

1st

602nd

503rd

404th

305th

206th

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Section 3- steer (1st year hauling)

1st

602nd

503rd

404th

305th

206th

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Class 12 – Rabbits 1ST 2ND 3RD

1. Male $5 $3 $22. Female $5 $3 $2

Class 13 – Chinchillas1. Male $5 $3 $22. Female $5 $3 $2

Class 14 – Pigs1. Yorkshire $5 $3 $22.Pot Belly $5 $3 $23.Market Pig $5 $3 $2

Class 15 – Goats1.Male $5 $3 $2

2.Female $5 $3 $2

Eggs1. In judging of eggs, the official Canadian Egg Grade as follows will be used: Grade A: clean eggs, sound in shell.Candling Definition Yolk Distinct: yolk shadows reasonably small and round in shape, maintaining position in center of egg; yolk shall float freely around egg on twirling; mottled yolks or invisible germ spots are not allowed; air cells less than ¼ inch in depth; floating air cells are not allowed. Weight: eggs to be graded and marked “Grade A” shall weigh individually at the rate of 24 ounces and up, to the dozen. The word “large” may be used in conjunction with eggs of this weight.Eggs meeting the requirements of “Grade A: with the exception of weight, but which weigh individually at the rate of 22-24 ounces to the dozen, may be graded and marked “Grade A Medium.”

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2. Prizes will be: 1st - $5; 2nd - $3; 3rd - $2

Class 16 – white eggs1. 1 dozen Grade A, large2. 1 dozen Grade A, medium3. 1 dozen Grade A, small

Class 17 – brown eggs1. 1 dozen Grade A, large2. 1 dozen Grade A, medium 3. 1 dozen Grade A, smallPoultry1. All poultry to be government inspected within 60 days of show.2. The committee has the authority to reject any exhibits showing signs of disease

or those of inferior quality.3. Poultry feed will be supplied by the Exhibition and 10% of all prize winnings

will be deducted to cover costs.4. Birds must be 5 months of age or over.5. In each class: Section 1 – cock or cockerel; Section 2 – hen or pullet. 6. Prizes: 1st - $5; 2nd - $3; 3rd - $2*Not More Than 2 Pens to Each Exhibitor in This Class

Section 1: Cock or Cockerel Section 2: Hen or Pullet 19. Barred Rocks20. White Rocks21. Rocks AOV22.Wyandottes White23.Wyandotte’s Bluff24.Wyandotte’s Aov25. Leghorn White 26. Leghorn Black 27. Leghorn AOV 28. Rhode Island Red Av 29. Minorea AV 30. New Hampshire Red 31. Susses

32. Orpington Black 33. Orpington AOV 34. Polish AV 35. Hamburg AV 36. Cornish White Laced Red 37. Cornish AOV 38. Giants AV 39. Australopes AV 40. Brahams AV 41. Sangshan AV 42. Dorklings AV 43. Pen of 2 Laying Hens

BantamsSection 1: Cock or Cockerel Section 2: Hen or Pullet44. Rhode Island Reds45. Cochin White46. Cochin AOV

47. Wyandotte White48. Wyandotte Bluff49. Wyandotte AOV

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50. Braham AV51. Rose Comb Black52. Rose Comb AOV53. Hamburg AV54. Japanese AV55. Seabright Golden56. Seabright AOV57. Leghorn AV

58. Barred Rock59. White Rock60. Old English Black Red61. Silver Duck Wings62. Cornish Dark.63. Cornish AOV64. Polish AV65. Bantam AOV (correctly named)

Turkeys & Water Fowl 1. Not more than 1 pair in any class to any individual exhibitor due to lack of

space.2. Turkeys & waterfowl will be judged in pairs.3. Prizes paid will be 1ST - $5; 2ND - $3 ; 3RD - $2 .

Turkeys:66. White Holland 67. Market AV Royal Poms

Ducks:68. White Peking69. White Muscovey70. Dark Muscovey71. White Call72. Dark Call

73. Rowan74. Khaki Campbell76. Indian Runner76. Market AV

Geese:77. Toulouse78. Emdem79. Canada

80. Chinese AV81. African82. Market AV

Pheasant: judged the same as poultry/ prizes same as poultrySection 1 – Cock Section 2 – Hen 1. Ring-Neck2. Red-Golden3. Reeves4. Silver

5. Yellow-Golden AOV (correctly named)

6. Guinea Hens

Peacocks: judged same as poultry / prizes same as poultrySection 1 – Male Section 2 – Female

Pigeons:15

Section 1 – Male Section 2 – Female

Trophies for Poultry:1. Best Standard Male & Female2. Best Bantam Male & Female3. Best Bird In Show

FIELD ROOT & MARKET VEGETABLES

Rules Governing Field Root & Market Vegetables In all sections, the prizes shall be as indicated.In all vegetable & field roots, quality is an important factor when judging.

Class 82 – Garden VegetablesPrizes shall be 1ST - $5; 2ND - $3; 3RD - $2.00

1. Beets: Egyptian – flattened top & base of root, 5 specimens2. Beets: Glove – globular round tapering, 5 specimens3. Beets: Long or half-long, 5 specimens

4. Carrots: Short, 5 specimens5. Carrots: Intermediate, 5 specimens6. Carrots: Long, 5 specimens

7. Cabbage: Pointed, 2 heads

8. Cucumber: English9. Cucumber: Green, 3 specimens10.Cucumber: Pickling, not more than 4inches long, ripe, 2 specimens11.Cucumber: Ripe, 2 specimens

12.Garlic: 3 heads

13. Melon: Citron, 2 heads14. Watermelon

15. Onion: Yellow, 5 specimens from seed16. Onion: Yellow, 5 specimens from sets17. Onion: White, 5 specimens from sets18. Onion: Spring, 5 specimens from sets19. Onion: Red, 5 specimens from sets

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20. Onion: Pickling, 12 specimens from AV21. Onion: Potato, Shallots or Multiplier, 12 specimens

22. Parsnips: 5 specimens

23. Pumpkin: small sugar, 1 specimen24. Pumpkin: field, 1 specimen25. Pumpkin: mammoth, 1 specimen

26. Squash: Boston Marrow, 1 specimen27. Squash: Green Hubbard, 1 specimen28. Squash: Golden Hubbard, 1 specimen29. Squash: Buttercup, 1 specimen30. Squash: Zucchini, 1 specimen AV31. Squash: AOV, 1 specimen32. Squash: Mammoth, 1 specimen

33. Tomatoes: ripe, 5 specimens34. Tomatoes: green, 5 specimens35. Tomatoes: Cherry, unripe, 5 specimens36. Tomatoes: Cherry, ripe, 5 specimens37. Tomatoes: collection of 4 normal kinds, 3 specimens each

38. Table Turnips: early garden, 3 specimens39. Table Turnips: purple top swede, 3 specimens40. Table Turnips: bronze or green top swede, 3 specimens

41. Swiss Chard, Green42. Swiss Chard Red

43. Sunflower Sheaf, 1 stalk

44. Garden Vegetable Collection, not less than 6 varieties

45. Rhubarb: 6 specimens

46. Cauliflower47. Leaf Lettuce

48. Herbs:

Section 50 – -- Not Dried49. Beans: White, 1 dozen pods on a plate50. Beans: Colored, 1 dozen pods on a plate51. Beans: Green, 1 dozen pods on a plate

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52. Beans: Yellow, 1 dozen pods on a plate53. Beans: Wax, 1 dozen pods on a plate54. Beans: Purple, 1 dozen pods on a plate55. Beans: Lima, 1 dozen pods on a plate56. Beans: Broad, 1 dozen pods on a plate57. Beans: Scarlet Runners, 1 dozen pods on a plate

58. Peas: Tall Variety, 1 dozen on a plate59. Peas: Sugar, 1 dozen on a plate60. Peas: Dwarf, 1 dozen on a plate61. Peas: Purple, 1 dozen on a plate62. Berries: blueberries63. Berries: gooseberries

64. Fruit: Apples65. Fruit: Plums66. Fruit:

Class 83 – Potatoes1. Round, white type as Irish Cobb etc., 5 on a plate2. Oval white type, as Green Mountain etc., 5 on a plate3. Long, white type as Burbank etc., 5 on a plate4. Rose skin type as Early Rose etc., 5 on a plate 5. Red skin type as Early Rose etc., 5 on a plate6. Dark7. skin type as Black Kidney etc., 5 on a plate

Class 92 – Flowers 1. Entries must contain the exact number of specimens called for. 2. Fancy vases are not required except for the “arrangements” category. 3. Jars must be clean and labels removed.4. Entries marked with an asterisk* will be eligible for flower specials at the

judge’s discretion.5. Prizes shall be $5 – 1ST; $3 – 2ND ; $2 – 3RD

Section AA1. Asters: 3 A2. Bachelor Button: 5A3. Begonia: tuber, 1 bloomA4. Calendula: 5A5. Clematis: 5

A6. Dahlia: large, 1A7. Dahlias: mixed, 3A8. Day Lily: 3 stalksA9. Gladiolus: 3 spikesA10. Lily: 1 flower head

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A11. Marigolds: large, 3A12. Marigolds: dwarf, 5A13.Nasturtiums: 8A14. Pansies: 5A15. Petunia: single, plain, 2A16. Petunia: ruffles, 5A17. Petunia: doubles, 3A18. Phlox: perennial, 3 stalksA19. *Hybrid Tea Rose:w/ foliage 1

A20. *Floribunda Rose: 1 stalk A21. Rudbeckia (Gloriosa Daisy): 3A22. Snapdragons: 3A23. Sweet Peas: 5 stemsA24. Zinnia: giant, 3A25. Zinnia: dwarf, 3A26. Hanging Basket: outsideA27. Patio Pot: outsideA28. Any other

Section B – Houseplants Grown InsideB1. African violetsB2. StreptocarpusB3. Begonias (fibrous rooted)B4. Cactus or SucculentB5. Cacti CollectionB6. Fern

B7. Foliage PlantB8. Foliage Plant, hangingB9. Flowering Plant, hangingB10. VinesB11. TerrariumB12. Any other

Section C – ArrangementsC1. White flowers in black containerC2. Arrangement for denC3. Arrangement for using 1 flower & foliageC4. Arrangement for dining tableC5. Arrangement with nautical themeC6. Cup & saucer (flowers in cup only)C7. Miniature (not over ½ inch high including container)C8. Bouquet of garden flowersC9. Naturalist arrangement (driftwood, rocks, etc.)C10. Arrangement representing a song title C11. Arrangement representing a book titleC12. Arrangement representing a TV show or seriesC13. Bouquet of wild flowers C14. Foliage with seed pods and/or berriesC15. Candle arrangement with flowersC16. Kitchen arrangementC17. *Basket of garden flowers, large (all around)C18. Any other

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Prizes $5 – 1ST; $3 – 2ND; $2 – 3RD 1. Best small arrangement not over 5 inches high including container2. Best Farm Scene3. Best Flower Scene4. Wild flowers & grasses, at least 6 of each kind

Class 93 – Arts & HandiworkEntries must not have been exhibited in competition in Shelburne before and must

be framed & wired for hanging. Prizes: $5 – 1ST; $4- 2ND; $2 – 3RD 1. Non-objective2. Portrait3. Still-life4. Seascape5. Landscape6. Sculpture7. Primitive

8. Wildlife9. Pencil, charcoal, ink or pastel 10. Photocopy11. Copy work12. Photography: portrait13. Photography: any other14. Any Other

Class 94 – Fine Arts | PaintingsThis section open to students of Shelburne County schools only. Entries must not have been exhibited in competition in Shelburne before and must be framed & wired for hanging. Prizes: $5 – 1ST; $4- 2ND ; $2 – 3RD 1. Oil paintings2. Water color3. Modern art4. Sculpture5. Etching on glass

6. Folk art7. Decoupage8. Pencil, charcoal, ink, pastel9. Any other

Class 95 – HandiworkThe entry must in every instance be made in the name of the bona fide owner/producer. Unless this rule is strictly observed, no prizes will be awarded to the entry. Prizes: $5 – 1ST; $3- 2ND ; $2 – 3RD | Special Prize for Best Exhibit

1. Specimen of woodworking in furniture line

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2. Specimen of woodworking in utility line (shelves, boxes, etc.)3. Wood carving (birds, animals, etc.) 4. Relief or semi-relief

woodcarving5. Driftwood (decorated)6. Model wagon (wooden)7. Model boats: small8. Model boats: large9. Wood burned item 10. Macramé11. Leather work12. Shell work13. Stuffed toys14. Wooden toys 15. Doll making16. Doll clothing17. Doll house18. Tole painting19. Wreath making20. Jewellery making21. Stained glass22. Mirror etching23. Plastic canvas

24. Specimen ceramics25.Dough art26. Candle wicking27. Basket weaving28. Decorative eggs – adult29. Pottery30. String art31. Paper Mache32. Decoupage33. Sword making34. Scrap booking35. Tin art36. Horn carving37. Lathe turning38. Painted rock39. Bird house / feeder40. Lighthouse41. Decorative plate42. Handmade animal collar43. Any other

Class 95A – Children (open to students up to and including age 18)1. Fancy work – sewing article 1A. Ages 12 & under 1B. Ages 13-182. Woodworking 2A. Ages 12 & under 2B. Ages 13-183. Handicraft – age 18 & under4. Hand painting – age 18 & under5. Clay art 6. Photography 6A. Ages 12 & under 6B. Ages 13-187. Decorated egg 7A. Ages 12 & under 7B. Ages 13-188. Drawings 8A. Ages 12 & under 8B. Ages 13-189. Paintings 9A. Ages 12 & under 9B. Ages 13-1810. Garden display: 5 items, 2 specimens each – age 18 & under11. Any other

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Rules & Regulations1. Entries close at 10am on opening day of Exhibition2. Exhibits once in the building are under the control of and subject to the order

of the committee of said department.3. No individual arranging will be permitted.4. Competitors can make only 1 entry in each section and can only receive 1

prize in each section.5. Articles must be the bona fide work of the exhibitor. Unless this rule is strictly

observed, no prizes will be awarded to the entry.6. Any article soiled or defaced is not eligible for competition.7. Any article previously shown at this Exhibition is not eligible for competition

again at any time and will not be displayed. 8. Competitors are asked to read prize list carefully and ensure that entries

conform to requirements regarding size, item number, etc.9. Judges are not required to award a prize in any section in which they consider

the work to be below standard.10.The sale of articles will be allowed but item(s) must remain on display until

9pm closing day.

Class 96 – Fancy Work (must be unused & produced this year) 1ST 2ND 3RD

1. Quilt: patchwork (quilted) $10 $8 $52. Quilt: patchwork (quilted) – laptop $10 $8 $53. Quilt: appliquéd (quilted) $10 $8 $54. Quilt: patchwork (knotted) $10 $8 $55. Quilt: any other kind $10 $8 $56. Quilt: crib, any kind $10 $8 $57. Rug: Hooked, with mixed fabric $8 $8 $58. Rug: braided $8 $6 $4

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9. Rug: Hooked with rags $8 $6 $410. Rug: Hooked with all wool $8 $6 $411. Rug: latch hooked $8 $6 $412. Chair set: hooked $5 $4 $313. Chair set: braided $5 $4 $314. Afghan: knitted, 44 X 62 $7 $5 $415. Afghan: crocheted, 44 X 62 $7 $5 $416. Sweater: men’s knitted (lightweight) $6 $4 $317. Sweater: lady’s knitted (lightweight) $6 $4 $318. Sweater: child’s knitted (lightweight) $6 $4 $319. Sweater: men’s knitted (medium weight) $6 $4 $320. Sweater: lady’s knitted (medium weight) $6 $4 $321. Sweater: child’s knitted (medium weight) $6 $4 $322. Sweater: men’s knitted (heavyweight) $6 $4 $323. Sweater: lady’s knitted (heavyweight) $6 $4 $324. Sweater: child’s knitted (heavyweight) $6 $4 $325. Pullover | Vest: men’s knitted $5 $4 $326. Carriage Robe: any type $5 $4 $327. Baby Sweater Set: 3 pieces, knitted or crocheted $5 $4 $328. Baby’s knitted dress $5 $4 $329. Child’s knitted or crocheted dress $5 $4 $330. Child’s knitted socks (fancy) $4 $3 $231. Child’s knitted socks (plain) $4 $3 $232. Child’s mittens: fancy A. Knit on 4 needles

B. Knit on 2 needles $4 $3 $2

33. Child’s mittens: A. Knit on 4 needles B. Knit on 2 needles

$4 $3 $2

34. Men’s knitted socks: fancy $4 $3 $235. Men’s knitted socks: plain $4 $3 $236. Men’s heavy knitted work socks $4 $3 $237. Men’s heavy knitted mittens $4 $3 $238. Knitted spiral sock $4 $3 $239. Furniture scarf or runner: embroidered $4 $3 $240. Furniture scarf or runner: crocheted $4 $3 $241. Furniture scarf or runner: painted $4 $3 $242.Vanity set: crocheted $4 $3 $2

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43. Doily: 6” or over, tatted $4 $3 $244. Doily: 10” or over, tatted $4 $3 $245. Centerpiece: crocheted, 6’’ or over $4 $3 $246. Centerpiece: crocheted, 10’’ or over $4 $3 $247. Centerpiece: embroidered, 10’’ or over $4 $3 $248. Centerpiece: cutwork, 10” or over $4 $3 $249. Luncheon Set: embroidered, 5 piece $4 $3 $250. Luncheon Set: crocheted, 5 piece $4 $3 $251. Luncheon Set: cutwork, 5 piece $4 $4 $352.Table Cloth: crocheted $6 $4 $353. Table Cloth: embroidered $5 $4 $354. Table cloth: painted $5 $4 $355. Pillowcases: embroidered $5 $4 $356. Pillowcases: embroidered with lace $5 $4 $357. Pillowcases: cut work $5 $4 $358. Cross-stitching: any article A. Framed B. Unframed

$4 $3 $2

59. Needlepoint: any article $4 $3 $260. Smocking: any article $4 $3 $261.Work bag: any kind $4 $3 $262.Work apron $4 $3 $263. Fancy apron $4 $3 $264. Plastic canvas: any article $4 $3 $365. Fabric: ladies dress $5 $3 $266. Fabric: any other clothing $5 $3 $267. Fabric: child’s dress $5 $3 $268. Fabric: any other children’s clothing $5 $3 $269.Wall hanging: any kind $4 $3 $270. Cushion top: embroidered $3 $2 $171. Cushion top: crocheted $3 $2 $172. Cushion top: needlepoint $3 $2 $173. Cushion top: quilted $3 $2 $174. Cushion top: knitted $3 $2 $175. Cushion top: painted $3 $2 $176. Edging: tatted (2 yards or more) $4 $3 $277. Edging: crocheted (2 yards or more) $4 $3 $2

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78. Edging: knitted (2 yards or more) $4 $3 $279. Bedspread: any type $7 $5 $380. Place mats: knitted $4 $3 $381. Place mats: quilted $4 $3 $282. Any article pertaining to a holiday $4 $3 $283. Crewel work: any article $4 $3 $284. Any article: crocheted but not listed $4 $3 $285. Any article: knitted but not listed $4 $3 $286. Any article: embroidered but not listed $4 $3 $287. Any placemats not listed $4 $3 $288. Men’s knitted gloves (single) $4 $3 $289. Men’s knitted glove (heavy) $4 $3 $290. Men’s single mittens $4 $3 $291. Men’s 3- piece scarf, cap, gloves/mitts set $4 $3 $292. Ladies mittens – fancy $4 $3 $293. Ladies knitted socks $4 $3 $294. Ladies gloves $4 $3 $295. Ladies 3- piece scarf, cap, gloves/mitts set $4 $3 $296. Childs knitted hat & mitt set $4 $3 $297. Knitted dickie $4 $3 $298. Knitted wristers $4 $3 $299. Slippers $4 $3 $2100. 3 piece knitted kitchen set $4 $3 $2101. Holiday centerpiece, any kind $4 $3 $2102. Quilted table-runner $4 $3 $2103. Beaded ornament $4 $3 $2104. Knitted draft stopper $4 $3 $2105. Recycled item $4 $3 $2106. Miniatures $4 $3 $2107. Dishcloths – knitted $4 $3 $2108. Dishcloths – crocheted $4 $3 $2109. Quilted potholders $4 $3 $2110. Swedish weaving $4 $3 $2111. any item not previously listed $4 $3 $2

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Class 99 – Domestic Science No bread or cake mixes to be used.Number in brackets indicates how many samples are required.Where indicated, half of a cake or loaf will be acceptable.Item marked with an asterisk* eligible for a special prize.

1.White bread $6 $4 $32. Porridge brown bread $6 $4 $33. Rolls or buns, white flour (4 samples) $4 $3 $24. Loaf fruit bread, yeast $6 $4 $35. Loaf fancy bread, no yeast $6 $4 $36. Breakfast muffin (small) A. Bran (4) B. Blueberry (4) C. Variety (3 kinds/2 of each)

$4 $3 $2

7. Sweet muffin (large tea muffin) A. Bran (4) B. Blueberry (4) C. Variety (3 kinds/2 of each)

$4 $3 $2

8. Cinnamon rolls A. with yeast (4) B. with baking powder (4)

$4 $3 $2

9. Tea Biscuits (4) $4 $3 $210. Biscuits (4) $4 $3 $211. Apple pie – 2 crust $6 $4 $312. Blueberry pie – 2 crust $6 $4 $313. Zucchini pie $6 $4 $314. Pumpkin pie $6 $4 $315. Squash pie $6 $4 $316. ½ Chocolate cake – iced $6 $4 $317. ½ Chocolate cake – not iced $6 $4 $318. ½ Plain light butter cake – not iced $6 $4 $319. ½ War cake $6 $4 $320. ½ Dark fruit cake – not iced $15 ---- ----21. ½ Light fruit cake – not iced $15 ---- ----22. ½ Pound cake – not iced $15 ---- ----23. ½ Pound Cake – frosted $15 ---- ----

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24. ½ Cherry pound cake – not iced $15 ---- ----25. ½ Gingerbread – not iced $6 $4 $326. ½ Angel food cake $8 ---- ----27. ½ Iced carrot cake $7 $5 $428. ½ Cranberry cake $6 $4 $329. ½ Any other cake $6 $4 $330. Doughnuts (4) $4 $3 $231. Brownies (4) $4 $3 $232. Molasses cookies, rolled (4) $4 $3 $233. Chocolate chip cookies (4) $4 $3 $234. Double chocolate chip cookies (4) $4 $3 $235. Peanut butter cookies (4) $4 $3 $236. Sugar cookies (4) $4 $3 $237. Shortbread cookies (4) $4 $3 $238. Fancy cookies (4) $4 $3 $239. Display of cookies (3 kinds / 4 of each) $4 $3 $240. Any other cookies (4) $4 $3 $241. Jelly roll – not cut $6 $4 $342. *Best decorated Cake – not cut $7 $6 $543. Fudge (4) A. dark B. light

$4 $3 $2

44. Squares (4) A. butterscotch B. pineapple C. date D. blueberry E. any other

$4 $3 $2

99-B Canned Fruit & Vegetables (pint jars, sealed air tight)Mincemeat $4 $3 $2Rhubarb $4 $3 $2Jam: Blueberry $4 $3 $2Jam: Blackberry $4 $3 $2Jam: Strawberry $4 $3 $2Jam: Any other $4 $3 $2Marmalade $4 $3 $2Bing cherries $4 $3 $2

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Jelly A. grape B. green apple C. any other

$4 $3 $2

Canned Fruit: peaches $4 $3 $2Canned Fruit: pears $4 $3 $2Canned Fruit: any other $4 $3 $2Pickles: Mustard $4 $3 $2Pickles: Sweet mixed $4 $3 $2Pickles: Beet pickles $4 $3 $2Pickles: any other variety $4 $3 $2Chow-Chow $4 $3 $2Relish $4 $3 $2Beets $4 $3 $2Any not previously listed $4 $3 $2

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*Prizes and Donators to be announced

Cooking: (only items entered in Class 99)Best DoughnutsBest FudgeBest PieBest Decorated CakeBest Fruit CakeBest White BreadBest Brown BreadBest Chocolate Layer CakeBest Pound Cake

Children’s Section:Woodworking – 12 years and under 13 – 18 yearsSewing Article – 12 years and under 13 – 18 yearsGardening – open to children of all ages

Fine Arts: (handicrafts, painting, sculpture, carving)Best Quilt: Quilted, Appliquéd, PatchworkBest AfghanBest Fabric Dress for Adult or ChildBest Knitted DressBest Bulky SweaterMost Creative Recycled Article

Boys & Girls Ox Haul – under age 16Highest PercentageHeaviest LoadBest PerformanceBest ShowmenshipYoungest Teamster

Ladies Ox HaulHighest PercentageHeaviest LoadBest Performance Prize shall be: $60-1ST; $50-2ND; $40-3RD; $30-4TH; $20-5th; $10-6th

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Beef ClassesBest Pair of Oxen Over 4 Years OldBest Beef Heifer in the FairBest Beef Bull in the FairBest Beef Cow in the FairBest Grade Beef in the FairBest Kept Stall in the Ox BarnThe Best Beef Herd In The Fair – perpetual trophy donated by the Exhibition in memory of the late Robert GarberBest Pair of Broken Steers Under 2 Shown By a Teamster Under 16

Ox Haul – Medium ClassHighest PercentageHeaviest LoadBest Performance

Ox Haul – Light ClassHighest PercentageHeaviest LoadBest Performance

Ox Haul – Heavy ClassHighest PercentageHeaviest LoadBest Performance

Memorial Ox HaulIn Memory Of the late Charlie Harris, Manager of the Shelb. Co. Agricultural

ExhibitionHeaviest LoadBest PerformanceHighest Percentage

Free-For-All Ox Haul Highest Percentage in Light/Steer Class Best Performance in Light/Steer ClassHeaviest Load- Hauled in Light/Steer ClassHighest Percentage in Medium ClassBest Performance in Medium ClassHeaviest Load- Hauled in Medium ClassHighest Percentage in Heavy Class

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Best Performance in Heavy ClassHeaviest Load Hauled in Heavy ClassPrizes shall be : $60-1st;$50-2nd; $40-3rd;$30-4th; $20-5th;$10-6th

4-H CLASS LIST

General regulations:1. All classes open to Shelburne County 4-H Clubs under the policies of the NS

Dept. of Agriculture.2. Competitions are open to all 4-H Club members of Shelburne County.3. All members who wish to take part in the competition on 4-H Day will meet at the show ring at 10am on Tuesday.

4. Age Limits: Junior – 9 years up to & including 13 years of age as of January 1. Senior–14 years up to 21 years of age as of January 1.5. All members will be granted entrance on 4-H Day by showing their

membership card.6. Members are eligible for those competitions that pertain to the 4-H project in

which they are enrolled for the year.7. Judges reserve the right to place articles in another class if they consider it

necessary.

Exhibition / 4-H GroupsCloverbudsComputerCraftsDogsFirst-AidFoodsGreat OutdoorsLight HorsePhotographyScrap bookingSewing

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SHELBURNE COUNTY EXHIBITION LIGHT HORSE SHOW RULESIncluding but not limited to…

1. Judges decision is final

2. The SWRA & Shelburne County Exhibition or its officers will not be responsible for injury, accident, stolen or damaged property of any member, or any other person.

3. Anyone found breaking the rules will be dealt with by the Show Committee, Club Executive and/or Exhibition Manager and/or proper authorities.

4. Absolutely no smoking in the barn.

5. Barn closes to the public at 10pm. Exhibitors are to respect the night watchman.

6. Riders suspected to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not be permitted to compete.

7. No riding, rough-housing, mounting or riding in the barn.

8. Horses must be lead on the grounds unless in designated riding areas. No riding past the Announcer’s Booth.

9. No horses to be turned around in ring.

10. Barn is to be kept in an orderly fashion. Feed to be stored in secure containers at all times.

11. Stalls must be cleaned before exhibitor leaves. Any damage to stalls or barn caused by horse/pony or exhibitor must be repaired at owner’s expense.

12. Notify ring-master of any tack changes or brief delays to class or class with start without you.

13. Excessive use of artificial aids will be cause for disqualification, at judge’s discretion.

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14. Unsportsmanlike conduct and/or inhumane treatment of animal will not be tolerated and will be reported to proper authorities.

15. Any entry not serviceably sound will be asked to leave or present a vet’s certificate of health.16. Points will be accumulated by horse/rider combo. No points awarded to a different rider.

17. Point ties: the number of classes decides first. If a tie still remains, the amount of 1st place will determine the winner.Gymkhana ties: re-run will determine the new time. The first time will be eliminated.

18. There will be a 2-minute time limit to get to the ring once your number is called. Failure to enter will be a disqualification.

19. In all events, horses are urged to enter and leave the ring at a walk.

20. Headgear must be in place at the start of gymkhana classes and remain on the rider. If it becomes unattached, there will be a 3-second penalty.

21. Class entries: when there are 2 riders in a division class, the class will be held. If there is only one rider, they have the option to ride in the next division up (they will be awarded 1st place in their division but will only receive the prize money of the place the judge awarded them). When there are only 2 riders in a class, only the 1st place of $3 will be awarded.

22. Lead Line, Walk Trot and Youth riders may use 2 hands without penalty.

23. There will be no racing in the waiting area.

24. No entry will be permitted to leave until classes end on Saturday.

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Shelburne County Exhibition Light Horse Show 20111.

1. This show will be run by AQHA Rules but not an AQHA Show.2. Anyone under the age of 18 must wear a helmet. Halter & showmanship exempt.3. Proper footwear must be worn.4. All safety rules also apply for Costume Class & Parade.5. Horses must be entered in a minimum of 6 classes to qualify for acceptance.6. Horses & riders ages will be calculated as of January 1 of the show year (must be shown on entry form).7. Proof of registration must accompany entry form to compete in Maritime Bred or Registered Halter.8. Stallions to be shown & handled by a competent handler 18 years or older.9. No horse/pony can be ridden in the same class by more than 1 rider.10. Prizes will be awarded for the “Best-Kept” & “Best-Decorated” stall.

Judged Separately-High point awards for each divisionSeparate awards for Flat & GymkhanaRibbons awarded from 1st place to 6th place.

Division and Open Class - $2.50 per Class unless otherwise stated$10-1st / $5 – 2nd / $3 – 3rd

Heat classes - $6 entry fee (overall point winner)$15-1st / $10-2nd / $6-3rd Mini classes - $2.50 per Class$5-1st / $3- 2nd Post Entries may be made by 9am the morning of the Class (fees are double)

Sweepstakes - $10 entry fee $100-1st / 2nd to 6th divided down from entry fees. Must ride in a minimum of 3 classes excluding Halter and Showmanship to Show in the Sweepstakes Classes.Post entries to be made by 10am Friday (fees are double)

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Shelburne County Exhibition Light Horse Show2.

Division Classes are to be ridden Western, except for the English Division. Riders may enter the division above their age limit but once the choice has been made, they may not move back.

Lead Line – no age limit at the discretion of the Judge & Show CommitteeTo be shown at Walk/Trot onlyMust be under an adult, 16 or older, (16-17 yrs must be the owner or regular rider of the horse/pony) at all times.Youth – 7 to 12 years of ageJunior – 13 to 17 years of ageSenior – 18 years and over

Walk/Trot – 7 years & overTo be shown western.Rider will be asked to perform Walk, Trot (jog) only.Same horse & rider combo cannot compete in any other Division, Open or Sweepstake Classes.Winner cannot compete in Division repeatedly.

English – 7 years & overTo be shown EnglishRider will be asked to perform all gaits.

Miniature – 7 years & overDriver will be asked to perform at Walk, Trot (jog), or n hand.

Open ClassesCan be shown either Western or English.Maiden – a horse that hasn’t wonNovice – a rider that hasn’t wonJunior Horse – 5 years or youngerSenior horse – 6 years or olderVersatility – consists of Pleasure, Stock Horse, Pole Bending

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