County Fair Involves Good Times and Judging
It’s that time of year to get involved in your local County Fair. A countless number of volunteers have worked many hours in preparation of the event, and whether it be the food, games, rides, animals or entertainment, they hope there will be something at the fair for everyone to enjoy.
The local fairs in the Post Rock District will be held on the following dates:
Jewell County Fair in Mankato July 12-15
Smith County Fair in Smith Center July 16-20
Lincoln County Fair in Sylvan Grove July 22-25
Osborne County Fair in Osborne July 23-27
Mitchell County Fair in Beloit August 6-9
While your County Fair may be a few weeks away now is the time to put it on your calendar and plan to attend and make something to exhibit.
The fair is also an important event for our 4-H youth who have worked for months on their projects. The evaluation or judging of the 4-H exhibits is a positive and exciting part of the total 4-H experience. Exhibits are places in four ribbon groups: purple, blue, red or white. Have you ever wondered what the different ribbon colors mean?
Purple: Outstanding on all standards
Blue: Exceeds the minimum standards; may have minor flaws where improvements can be made
Red: Meets all minimum standards; may be visible signs of needed improvements
White: Fails to meet the minimum standard
I encourage you to get out and support the local 4-H youth in your community and get involved in the County Fair! Go check out their exhibits and see what color of ribbon they earned.
