The 4-H program uses a wide variety of educational experiences to focus on the development of youth and adults. General project exhibits, with the exception of animals, are on display in this building. Evaluation and assessment of these projects, is a pre-fair event, which also involves our youth in the determining the "best of the best". All evaluation and ribbon placing considers a 50/50 award. Fifty percent of the award is based on the interview of the project member. The other half of the ribbon placing is based on the final project exhibit itself. Some highlights of the 4-H exhibits are a Cat Show, Pet Show, Fashion Revue Style Show, and a Parade. Throughout the fair, activities will be setup for young and old to "Learn by Doing".

What is 4-H and what is it doing at the county fair?

Visitors to the Carlton County Fair 4-H building have an opportunity to see all the creations of “showmanship” by 4-H youth that are the culmination to a year of “learning by doing.”

4-H is built around the “experiential learning model” in which the member first experiences an activity, then reflects on what happened in the experience, and finally applies what was learned to other activities and experiences.

4-H exhibits are “conference judged.” This means the judge and 4-H’er have a chance to visit together about the exhibit. The member identifies the positive aspects of their project -- the steps taken to complete that exhibit, what they learned along the way, and ways they can improve or future goals they have pertaining to that project. The judge may challenge them to identify those things that were troublesome and to think of what they could to to make it better.

The ribbon award is based 50% on the knowledge the member shared regarding the total project and 50% on the actual finished product. The following criteria helps the judge and the member determine the award:

• Purple (exceptional - the 4-H’er goes beyond project emphasis and personal goals. The exhibit is of exceptional quality.
• Blue ribbon (excellent) - the 4-H’er knows and explains accurately the project and knowledge. The exhibit is of high quality.
• Red ribbon (good) - the 4-H’er knows information but doesn’t explain very well. The exhibit is of acceptable quality.
• White ribbon (fair) - the 4-H’er is not able to explain project or how they did it. The Exhibit and 4-H’ers knowledge is below expectations.

The Cloverleaf Diner

The Cloverleaf Diner is found on the west side of the building. Here 4-H families raise funds for their organization as well as learn about food service and business. Fast food types are offered as well as beverages and deserts. Check out their pies! 4-H ambassadors will be on hand each day to share promotional items and answer questions regarding their organization.

2006 Diner Menu

Hamburger $2.50
Cheeseburger $2.75
California Burger $3.00
Chicken Strip Sandwich $3.00
Sloppy Joe $2.50
Chicken Strips (2) $2.25
Garden Salad $3.00
Chicken Salad Croissant $3.50
Hotdog $1.50
Nachos $2.00
Onion Rings or Fries $1.75
Beverage $1.00
Bottled water $1.00
Pie (double crust) $2.00
Supreme Pie (single crust) $2.75

Carlton County 4-H Schedule County Fair and Related Events

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• 12:00 p.m. ­ 6 p.m. General exhibits registration and judging
• 2:00 ­ 6:30 p.m. 4-H Diner opens

County Fair begins

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• 2 p.m. - 4-H Cat Show followed by 4-H Pet Show in front of the 4-H building.
• 12:00 - 6 p.m. Registration of all livestock exhibits
• 6:30 p.m. - 4-H Parade 7:00 p.m. - 4-H Night Under the Big Top
• 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. - 4-H Diner open
• 12:00 - 9:00 p.m. - 4-H Exhibit Building open

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• 8:00 a.m. - 4-H Dairy Goat Show
• 8:00 a.m. - 4-H Lamb Lead followed by 4-H Sheep Show
• 9:00 a.m. - 4-H Dairy Show 9:00 a.m. - 4-H Poultry Show
• 11:00 a.m. - 4-H Swine Show
• 12:00 p.m. - 4-H Beef Show
• 1:00 p.m. - 4-H Rabbit Show
• 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ­ 4-H Diner open
• 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. 4-H Exhibit Building open

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• 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - 4-H Horse and Pony Show
• 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ­ 4-H Diner open
• 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. 4-H Exhibit Building (special activities and events at various times throughout the day)

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• 11:30 ­ 9 p.m. - 4-H Diner open
• 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 4-H Exhibit Building open (special activities and events throughout the day)
• 8:00 p.m. - Exhibits released

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