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Special County Exhibits | Posters | Banners | Veterinary Science | Citizenship | Logic Games | Communications | Theatre Arts | Entomology | Entrepreneurship | Consumer Management | Intergenerational Exhibits | Shooting Sports
Superintendents: Sadie Garbin and Hope Bauman
ONLY 1 ENTRY PER CLASS NUMBER PER 4-H MEMBER.
No commercial kits allowed (such as leather kits).
NO exhibits allowed with references or components related to alcoholic beverages. They will be disqualified.
Premiums (except where designated otherwise): Purple $3; Blue $2; Red $1; White $0
SPECIAL COUNTY EXHIBITS
- No state fair entry
Any Special County Exhibit class may be an America’s 250th Anniversary theme exhibit!
B163901 Upcycled Exhibit — any item(s) reused in a new way for different use. Can use more than 1 item to create exhibit. Include information on what each item is upcycled from and the steps involved in making your exhibit.
B163902 Gifts from the Kitchen — a food package homemade by you which you would give to someone as a gift (example: taking a clay pot and painting strawberries on it and putting a jar of strawberry jelly wrapped in red cellophane in it). Include information on who the gift is for and the intended occasion.
B163903 Scrapbooking Entry — 1 page, 1 side OR full scrapbook — depicting individual or club project area or interest (examples: leadership or community service, woodworking, rabbit, etc.)
B163904 Cupcake Decorating — 4 standard-size cupcakes in paper liners on a strong, sturdy disposable plate. Do not cover — will not be tasted. Cupcakes may be decorated in any manner (examples: cats, baseball, spider, etc.).
B163906 Scarecrow Exhibit — Scarecrow made of natural and/or non-natural materials (papermache, plastic, etc.). Must stand on its own. 4-H member must provide a stand or bucket of sand.
B163907 Jewelry Accessory – homemade materials — Jewelry accessory constructed using predominately homemade materials and ready to be worn. May exhibit in a special display box, stand or clear bag.
B163908 Jewelry Accessory – purchased materials — Jewelry accessory constructed using predominately purchased materials and ready to be worn. May exhibit in a special display box, stand or clear bag.
B163909 Leather Item or Accessory — Wearable or decorative item using decorative stamps, dying and/or lacing/sewing techniques.
B163910 Holiday Décor — 2D or 3D original design home or outdoor décor item used during a specific celebrated holiday or time of year. May be, but not limited to, themes of Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween or Valentine’s Day. Exhibits may be no taller than 7 feet and no wider than 6 feet and must be easily moved by 2 people. Items must be ready for display or hanging.
POSTERS
Posters may be laminated to protect them. They must be 14 inches x 22 inches and may be arranged either horizontally or vertically. Those generated by computer must also meet these guidelines.
The purpose of a poster is to call attention to a subject. Every poster must be crafted to catch the viewer’s attention quickly. Each must present only 1 specific message clearly. The poster should clearly feature some aspect of 4-H.
Posters may be in any medium: ink, crayon, watercolor, computer graphics, markers, etc. They may include 3-dimensional objects.
Posters incorporating copyrighted material, like the cartoon characters from Peanuts or posters produced commercially, will not be accepted.
When using the official 4-H Emblem (clover with the H’s on each leaf), it must follow approved guidelines, which can be viewed at https://go.unl.edu/4hbrand.
Exhibit Guidelines:
Posters will be judged on the following criteria:
- IDEA — simple, clear message, appropriate for a poster.
- LETTERING — readable from a distance, appropriate size in proportion to art.
- ART — 1 dominant, eye-catching element: art relates to written message.
- ARRANGEMENT — makes good use of entire poster space without being too crowded: art and lettering are well balanced.
- COLOR — use of bold colors that harmonize well: colors used are legible.
- QUALITY OF CONSTRUCTION — neatness: appropriateness of materials used.
- EFFECTIVENESS — works well as a poster.
Special Award: A special award will be given to the Top Poster
- No state fair entry
Either Poster class may be an America’s 250th Anniversary theme exhibit!
B152911 4-H Poster — Poster should be related to 4-H.
B152912 Photo Poster — Poster should focus on a 4-H theme of your choice using 1 large, eye-catching photo.
BANNERS
MUST be a club project. Each banner should illustrate a phase of 4-H work or promote 4-H generally. Copyrighted materials cannot be used. When using the official 4-H Emblem (clover with the H’s on each leaf), it must follow approved guidelines, which can be viewed at https://go.unl.edu/4hbrand.
Banners are a 2-dimensional display, depicting 1 idea. See Posters for Exhibit Guidelines.
Dimensions are to be no larger than approximately 3 feet x 6 feet. The banners can be arranged horizontally or vertically, but will be displayed with the 3 foot side on the top. The exhibit will not be penalized for being arranged horizontally.
Banners must be hung on at least a 1/2-inch dowel or a rod strong enough to support the banner. The dowel should be 1– 2 inches longer than the banner. The dowel should be on the 3-foot side so banner will hang 3 feet across and 6 feet long. There are 2 options for attaching chain:
- On each end of the dowel stick there may be a chain 6 inches long, with one end of each chain fastened to the end of the dowel and the other end connected to an “S” hook
- OR hang with only 1 chain approximately 45 inches long, attaching each end of the chain to both dowel ends.
Banners should be made of materials that permit the banner to be folded or rolled without damaging the display.
Attach a label indicating club name and entry tag to the front lower left-half (as you face it) corner of the banner.
Premiums: Purple $6; Blue $5; Red $3; White $0
- No state fair entry
A Club Banner may be an America’s 250th Anniversary theme exhibit!
B150901 Club Banner
VETERINARY SCIENCE
The purpose of a Veterinary Science exhibit is to inform the public about a common health problem of animals, a veterinary science principle or public health/zoonotic diseases. A Veterinary Science exhibit may consist of a poster, notebook or a display. The exhibit may represent material from any of the Veterinary Science projects including entry level exhibits from Unit I.
If photographs are to be part of the exhibit, remember that they will be viewed by the public. Make sure that the photographs are in good taste and will not be offensive to anyone. Graphic photographs of excessive bleeding, trauma or painful procedures are not appropriate. For exhibits related to veterinary surgical procedures, aseptic techniques need to be shown, for example, use of drapes, use of sterile procedures, wearing of gloves and other appropriate veterinary medical practices.
First-Aid Kits: Due to public safety concerns and risk of theft, first-aid kit contents (veterinary drugs/equipment) with perceived potential for drug abuse and animal first-aid kits containing any drugs or medications will be immediately disqualified and not displayed. Firstaid kits wishing to include medication information should instead utilize written descriptions, photographs, drawings, computer generated print-outs or empty packaging of pharmaceuticals.
Veterinary Science Posters:
This exhibit presents the viewer with a design that is simple and direct, unlike a display that usually presents more information. A poster should not exceed 22 inches x 28 inches and may be either vertical or horizontal.
Veterinary Science Displays:
A display may include, but is not limited to: a 3-dimensional exhibit, a scale model, the actual product (examples: skeleton; teeth; samples of leather, fur or dried skin damaged by disease or parasites) or a notebook. A display is not a poster. A display may be mounted on poster board not to exceed 22 inches x 28 inches or on 1/4-inch plywood or equivalent that does not exceed 24 inches high or 32 inches wide or in a 3-ring binder or another bound notebook format.
Appropriate Veterinary Science Topics:
- Maintaining health
- Specific disease information
- Photographic display of normal and abnormal characteristics of animals
- Animal health or safety
- Public health or safety
- Proper animal management to ensure food safety & quality
- Efficient and safe livestock working facilities
- Or a topic of the 4-H member’s choosing related to veterinary medicine or veterinary science
Remember, since these are science displays, all references and information needs to be properly cited. Proper sources include but are not limited to: professional journals and publications, professional AVMA accredited websites, interviews with veterinarians and excerpts from Veterinary Educational Literature.
H840001 4-H Veterinary Science Large Animal — poster, notebook or display
H840002 4-H Veterinary Science Small Animal/Pet — poster, notebook or display
CITIZENSHIP
All entries must include the following:
- Reflection: What did you learn about citizenship while creating this exhibit?
- References: All 4-H members should reference material sources or supporting information if outside sources were used to create exhibits (i.e., if questions from a game were taken from an outside source, they must be referenced).
Exhibits are entered at 4-H members own risk. 4-H staff is not responsible for loss or damage to any items in this division. Displays should not be larger than 22 inches x 28 inches wide. Pictures and other hanging items must have a wire hanger for display purposes. Collections should be securely displayed in an attractive container no larger than 22 inches x 28 inches.
Citizenship Public Adventures
Any Citizenship Public Adventures class may be an America’s 250th Anniversary theme exhibit!
A120901 Care Package (county only) — should contain attractively arranged items to be donated to a worthy cause. The container is flexible and should fit the purpose of the exhibit. These items must be nonperishable. Examples: backpack for school supplies, litter pan for animal shelter items, suitcase for abuse shelter or homeless shelter, etc.
Also include a sheet of paper answering the following questions:
- How did you select the organization?
- What items did you include in your care package?
- Why did you select those items?
- What did you learn from this experience?
- Other information you feel is important about the care package or organization.
A120001 Care Package Display — this exhibit is a display about the PROCESS of creating and giving a care package, not the actual care package. You may use a poster or PowerPoint (please submit printed slides) to describe the PROCESS of developing and giving a care package to a service organization. PowerPoint should be saved to a USB drive. Examples of care packages: backpack for school supplies, litter pan for animal shelter items, suitcase for abuse shelter or homeless shelter, etc.
Answer the following questions in your exhibit:
- How did you select the organization?
- What items did you include in your care package?
- Why did you select those items?
- How did it feel to present your care pack to the organization?
- What did you learn from this experience?
- Other information you feel is important about the care package or organization.
A120002 Citizenship Game — can include, but is not limited to, symbol flash cards, question and answer board or simulation with props. Clear instructions on how to play the game and what the game hopes to accomplish must be included.
A120003 Patriotic or Cultural Fine Arts — can be made of any art media but should tie in the relevance of the artwork to citizenship.
A120004 Public Adventure Scrapbook — should describe 4-H member's Public Adventure or Service Learning Activity. Scrapbooks must measure no more than 16 inches x 16 inches.
A120005 Public Adventure Poster — should describe 4-H member's Public Adventure or Service Learning Activity. Display posters must be stiff enough to stand when supported from behind and below. Length and width must be no more than 24 inches x 28 inches.
A120006 Written or Recorded Stakeholder Interview — should follow the outline found in the Public Adventures Curriculum. It may be written or recorded. Recordings should be saved as a .wav or .mp3 file; a USB/thumb drive will be accepted.
A120007 Written Citizenship Essay — is designed to promote good citizenship and patriotism. This essay is open to all age groups. All essays should be 300–400 words typed.
A120008 Oral Citizenship Essay (for 9th–12th Graders Only) — addressing the theme “Freedom’s Obligations,” should be 3–5 minutes. No background music, singing or other enhancement allowed. All essays should be saved as a.wav or .mp3 file; a USB thumb drive will be accepted. Voice tone should be normal and conversational. A copy of the written essay should be attached.
A120009 Service Item — can include, but is not limited to, lap quilt, Quilt of Valor and homemade toys. Only non-perishable items will be accepted. Attached to the exhibit should be an explanation of whom the recipient was and how the service project was made and used. The service item could be part of a larger community service effort.
A120010 4-H Club Exhibit — should depict what a 4-H club has done in the area of community service. This item can include, but is not limited to, a service item, poster, scrapbook, cultural or creative arts item, care package or Quilt of Valor.
A120902 Leadership Poster or Display (county only) — consider the answers to 1 or more of the following questions as a guide to exhibit content: What traits do good leaders have? What unique abilities do I have to be a good leader? What skills do I need to develop to be a more effective leader? How can I help a team work well together? Why is goal setting important?
Seeing i2i
A130001 Cultural Fine Arts — can be made of any art media but should symbolize what makes them unique.
A130002 How Are We Different? — interview should follow the interview guide in the participant book on page 3 of 4-H project book “Seeing i2i: Adventures in Diversity and Cultural Awareness ” and should reflect on the differences and similarities between you and the person you are interviewing.
A130003 Name Art — should be a creative art exhibit that symbolizes or explains where your name came from and what it means. Can use any media.
A130004 Family History — depicting your family cultural history or the ethnic make-up of your community noting who were the first settlers, where did they come from, is there evidence of the background today (local celebrations, family celebrations, museum or educational displays, historical markers, etc.)
A130005 Exhibit Depicting a Cultural Food — that is special to your family. Can be a story or essay.
A130006 “This is Who I Am” Poem — written by the 4-H member that reflects who they are.
A130007 Poster — that depicts what you have learned through the Seeing i2i project.
A130008 Biography — about a historical figure that has made a positive impact on our society or who has made a difference in the lives of others.
A130009 Play Script — written about a different culture.
And My World...
B165910 International Exhibit (county only) — exhibit should illustrate 1 idea learned in the project (i.e., world ecology, international costumes or housing, geography, etc.). Exhibit could be a poster, notebook, 3-dimensional display, journal, research study, etc. Displays should not exceed a space of 12 inches deep, 20 inches wide and 20 inches high. Poster may be up to 22 inches x 28 inches. All entries must have a statement explaining the purpose of the exhibit and how the exhibit will be used. All 4-H members are encouraged to show evidence of their personal field experiences, study or observations that relate to their exhibit.
LOGIC GAMES
- No state fair entry
B160910 Chess or Other Logic Game — informational exhibit or poster about any aspect of the game such as terms, history, a famous player, etc. Exhibits measure no larger than 18 inches x 24 inches.
COMMUNICATIONS
- No state fair entry
B154902 Storyboard a 4-H Project — create a storyboard that explains the steps that were completed from the beginning to the end of a 4-H project that was previously completed in another area.
B154904 Caring Correspondence — create a formal or an informal letter, email or note that shows how much you care, such as a letter of appreciation, a thank you note or a friendship card. Need 3 or more examples.
B154911 Let’s Write — Display a handwritten or computer-generated letter on an appropriatesized poster board that requests something, thanks someone or expresses your opinion. (See pages 17–19 of “Communications Curriculum Module 1” 4-H project book.)
B154912 Compose Your Song — display original song lyrics and the melody or tune selected on an appropriate-sized poster board. Include the 3 parts of a song. Chosen melody does not need to be original. (See pages 29–31 of “Communications Curriculum Module 1” 4-H project book.)
B154913 Illustrated Talk Poster — a visual aid for a presentation or demonstration to clearly explain a topic to an audience. May include step-by-step instructions. Size not to exceed 24 inches x 28 inches. (See pages 33–39 of “Communications Curriculum Module 1” 4-H project book.)
THEATRE ARTS
- No state fair entry
B161912 Costume — made or decorated by 4-H member for use in a theatre arts production. Costume could be for self or others. Include description of production.
B161914 4-H Member Portfolio — a collection of photographs, sketches or other samples illustrating the theatre arts learnings such as costume design, stage make-up, written scripts, set design or other related learnings.
B161915 4-H Club Portfolio — a collection of photographs, sketches or other samples illustrating the theatre arts learnings such as costume design, stage make-up, written scripts, set design or other related learnings. Enter 1 per club.
B161916 Puppet — exhibit consists of a puppet made by the 4-H member for use in a theatre arts production. Include description of production and puppet’s role.
B161918 Script — a script written by 4-H member for a play, musical, skit, puppet show or other type of theatre arts production.
B161920 You Be the Teacher — share with others what you learned in this project. Exhibit may be a poster, notebook, display, audio or video.
B161922 Stage Set Photography Display — a display of photos of a stage set that was designed and built by the 4-H member. Include description of the photos.
B161924 4-H Member Acting Portfolio — a collection of photographs of the 4-H member acting in a play. Include a written description of the photos.
B161925 4-H Club Acting Portfolio — a collection of photographs of the club acting in a play. Include a written description of the photos. Enter 1 per club.
ENTOMOLOGY
Specimens should be mounted properly and labeled with location and date of collection, name of collector and order name. Follow mounting and labeling instructions in the Nebraska 4-H “Entomology” 4-H project book (4H4120).
All specimens are to be pinned and labeled by the 4-H member. No purchased specimens allowed.
Boxes to be no more than 12 inches high x 18 inches wide and landscape orientation, so they fit in display racks. The glass top should slide out the 12-inch side. No projects over 50 pounds allowed.
- Premiums: Purple $4; Blue $3; Red $2; White $0
H800001 Entomology Display, First Year Project — collection to consist of 1 box of 25 or more different kinds (species) of insects in at least 6 orders.
H800002 Entomology Display, Second Year Project — collection to consist of a minimum of 50 kinds (species) of insects in at least 8 orders. Replace damaged or poorly mounted specimens. At least 25 species must be present from after July 1 of the previous year. Limit 2 boxes.
H800003 Entomology Display, Third Year or More Project — collection to consist of a minimum of 75 kinds (species) of insects representing at least 10 orders. Replace damaged or poorly mounted specimens. At least 25 species must be present from after July 1 of the previous year. Limit of 3 boxes.
H800004 Special Interest or Advanced Insect Display — educational display developed according to personal interests and/or advanced identification capability. This also is an opportunity to highlight favorite insects in a creative arrangement. Insects should conform to pinning and mounting standards as in classes H800001–H800003 and be protected in an insect box. Each specialty display should include names of the insects, interesting information about them and why the display was made. Advanced identification collections should have insects grouped with labels that correspond with identification level (e.g. family, genus, species). A specialty collection may consist of insects by taxonomic group (e.g. butterflies, grasshoppers, dragonflies, scarab beetles) or by host, subject or habitat (e.g. insect pests of corn, aquatic insects, insect mimicry, insect galls, insects from goldenrod, insect pollinators, etc.).
H800005 Insect Habitats — habitats consist of any hand-crafted objects, made of natural or artificial materials, placed outdoors, which promote or conserve insects in the environment. Insects may include bee pollinators, butterflies, beneficial insects, etc. A 1 page report describing activities must accompany the exhibit. Report should include placement, target insect, why materials were chosen, functional design and indicators of success. See the following resources for reports:
- Nebraska Extension NebGuide: “Creating a Solitary Bee Hotel” (G2256)
- University of Minnesota: “Wild Bees and Building Wild Bee Houses”
- National Wildlife Federation: “How to Provide Water in Monarch Gardens”
H800006 Macrophotography — subjects should be insects, spiders or other arthropods orany nests, webs or constructions they make. All exhibit prints should be 8 inches x 10 inches and mounted on rigid, black 11-inch x 14-inch poster or mat board. Either orientation is acceptable. No frames or mat board framing allowed. Include a caption of a few sentences explaining the subject printed on white paper and glued below the print on the poster board.
H800007 Insect Poster/Display Exhibits — exhibits can be posters or 3-dimensional displays, artistic creativity is encouraged. Posters should be no larger than 22 inches x 28 inches. They should be instructional and can be attractive and have pictures, drawings, charts or graphs. Posters and displays may show any aspect of insect life, habitat or related conservation or management. Examples: life history and other facts about an insect; insect anatomy; how to manage insects in a farm, home, lawn or garden setting; experiences rearing 1 kind of insect; survey of an important insect; insect behavior (ex. nesting, finding food, mobility, defenses, etc.); habitats (e.g. forests, grasslands, wetlands, rivers or lakes) and what insects are found there, etc. 3 dimensional displays, such as dioramas, sculptures, models or decorative boxes should have a page of explanatory information accompanying them and fit within a 22-inch x 28-inch area.
H800008 Reports or Journals — should be in a 3-ring binder. A report may be informational, that is, an original article about a favorite insect, a history of insect outbreaks, diseases caused by insects, insects as food, etc. Or, it may be a research report about an investigation or experiment done in a scientific manner. It then should have a basic introduction of the insect studied, methods used, observations and results of the project. Tables, graphs and images are helpful to include. A journal is an observational study over a period of time with personal impressions. It may cover watching changes in kinds of butterflies over the summer, rearing a specific insect from egg to adult, managing a beehive, observations of insects in a specific habitat, accounts of insect behavior in a forest or flower garden, etc.
H800910 My Favorite Insect (county only) — mounted for display, use creativity. Must be collected by 4-H member. Include label identifying insect and where collected. On separate piece of paper explain why it is important and why it is your favorite.
H800911 Poster (county only) — poster can be 14 inches x 22 inches OR 22 inches x 28 inches, either vertical or horizontal. Poster will be judged on educational content and visual presentation/design.
H800912 Entomology Display, Club Project (county only) — collection to consist of 1 box of 25 or more different kinds (species) of insects.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
All exhibits are directly related to activities in the “ESI: EntrepreneurShip Investigation” 4-H project books. Refer to the 4-H project books for ideas, suggestions and additional information to enhance project exhibits. Using the project book is optional.
Exhibit guidelines: Poster exhibits must be 14 inches x 22 inches and may be arranged either horizontally or vertically. The 4-H member’s name, age, full address and county must be listed on the back of the poster. Poster may not use copyrighted materials, such as cartoon characters or commercial product names. Exhibits which do not conform to size or content guidelines will be lowered 1 ribbon placing. Posters may include photographs, charts or examples as well as a written explanation. Posters may be laminated to protect them. Loose plastic coverings used to protect the exhibit while being transported will be removed by the superintendent for evaluation and display.
ESI Unit 1: Discover the E-Scene
F531001 Interview an Entrepreneur — share what you learned from the person about having an entrepreneurial mindset. Have they started a business? Are they tackling a social issue? How have they applied that mindset? How do they deliver excellent customer service? How will what you have learned through this interview change your future plans or ways of thinking about entrepreneurship? The summary of the interview should be typed and with a maximum length of 2 pages (12 pt. font). Enter exhibit in a folder with fasteners (no slide bars).
F531901 Picture Story (county only) — of a tour or field trip to study entrepreneurship and/or business operation (based on pages 2.1–2.4 of the 4-H project book).
ESI Unit 2: The Case of Me
F531002 Social Entrepreneurship Presentation — prepare a 5-slide PowerPoint presentation about a social entrepreneurship venture to benefit a group or individual in your community. Social entrepreneurs are people who are in business to help others. Submit a print-out of the note pages which show each slide and include an explanation of each slide. Enter exhibit in a folder with fasteners (no slide bars).
ESI Unit 3: Your Business Inspection
- Premiums: Purple $4; Blue $3; Red $2; White $0
F531003 Marketing Package — (mounted on a 14-inch x 22-inch poster) must include at least 3 items (examples) developed by the 4-H member from the following list: business card, brochure, advertisement, business promotional piece, printout of an internet home page, packaging design, signs, logo design, direct mail piece, etc. The marketing package should be for an original business developed by the 4-H member and not an existing business.
F531004 Sample of an Original Product — with an information sheet (8.5 inches x 11 inches) answering the following questions:
- What did you enjoy the most about making the product?
- What challenges did you have when making the product? Would you do anything differently next time? If so, what?
- What is the suggested retail price of the product? How did you decide on the price?
- Market analysis of the community – data gathered through a survey of potential customers. Survey at least 10 people in your community about your product.
- How much would you earn per hour? Show how you determined this figure.
- What is unique about this product?
F531005 Photos of an Original Product — (mounted on a 14-inch x 22-inch poster) must include 3 photos of developed product and a mounted information sheet answering the following questions: If exhibiting in both class F531004 and F531005, products must be entirely different products.
- What did you enjoy the most about making the product?
- What challenges did you have when making the product? Would you do anything differently the next time? If so, what?
- What is the suggested retail price of the product? How did you decide on the price?
- Market analysis of the community — data gathered through a survey of potential customers. Survey at least 10 people in your community about your product.
- How much would you earn per hour? Show how you determined this figure.
- What is unique about this product?
Entrepreneurship – All Units
F531006 Entrepreneurship Challenge — Complete 5 or more of the challenges from the list below. The exhibit will include highlights from these 5 challenges. Consider labeling each challenge so the viewer will understand what the challenge was. Enter a poster, video, report or scrapbook related to the learning from the challenge. Use your creativity to show and share what you learned.
- Sell something.
- Talk to local leaders about entrepreneurial thinking and how it is being applied or could be applied to a current community issue.
- Introduce yourself to a local entrepreneur and take a selfie with them.
- Be a detective! Look for Nebraska-made products and find out more about the business.
- Tour 2–3 entrepreneurial businesses and create a photo story.
- Investigate what it takes to be an entrepreneur and complete a skills assessment.
- Make a prototype (sample/model) of a new product idea. (Include the prototype or a photo of prototype).
- Work with a friend to develop a new business idea!
- Contact your local Extension office to learn about entrepreneurship opportunities.
- Create an activity to teach others about entrepreneurship (coloring page, puzzle, game, etc.).
CONSUMER MANAGEMENT
My Financial Future – Beginner/Intermediate
Entries should be typed and then attached to a piece of colored cardstock or colored poster board (limit the size of the poster board or cardstock to 14 inches x 22 inches or smaller). You may use the front and back of the poster board. Notebooks must be 3-ring binders, 8.5 inches x 11 inches x 1 inch.
Page numbers in classes C247001–06 reference the 4-H project book “My Financial Future Youth Notebook – Beginner.” Using the project book is optional.
C247001 Write 3 SMART Financial Goals for Yourself — 1 should be short term, 1 intermediate and 1 long term. Explain how you intend to reach each goal you set.
C247002 Income Inventory — using page 13 of the 4-H project book as a guideline, list sources and amounts of income you earn/receive over a 6-month period. Answer the following questions: What were your income sources? Were there any steady income sources? What did you do with the income you received? Include your income inventory in the exhibit.
C247003 Tracking Expenses — use an app or chart like the one on page 17 of the 4-H project book to track your spending over 2 months. Answer the following questions: What did you spend most of your money on? What did you learn about your spending habits? Will you make any changes in your spending based upon what you learned? Why or why not? Include your chart in your exhibit.
C247004 Money Personality Profile — complete the money personality profile found on pages 21–22 of the 4-H project book. Answer the following questions: What is your money personality? How does your money personality affect the way you spend/save money? Have a friend or family member complete the money personality profile. Compare and contrast (how are you alike; how are you different) your money personality profile with theirs.
C247005 Complete Activity 8 “What Does It Really Cost?” — pages 39–40 of the 4-H project book.
C247006 My Work; My Future — interview 3 adults in your life about their careers or jobs using the questions on page 51 of the 4-H project book and record these answers. In addition, answer the following questions on your display: What did you find most interesting about these jobs? Were there any positions you might want to pursue as your career? Why/Why not? What careers interest you at this point in your life? What are 3 steps you need to do now to prepare for this career?
My Financial Future – Intermediate/Advanced
Page numbers in classes C247008–11 reference the 4-H project book “My Financial Future Youth Notebook – Advanced.” Using the project book is optional.
C247007 Interview Someone Who is Paid a Salary, Someone Who is Paid a Commission and Someone Who is Paid an Hourly Wage — have them answer the following questions plus any additional questions you may have: What are some benefits of receiving your pay the way you do (salary, commission or hourly wage)? What are some negative outcomes for getting paid the way you do? Does your pay keep pace with inflation? Why do you think this? Summarize: Based upon your interviews, which payment method would suit you best? Discuss your answer.
C247008 The Cost of Not Banking — type your answers to the questions about Elliot on page 50 of the 4-H project book.
C247009 Evaluating Investment Alternatives — complete the case study of Jorge on page 64 of the 4-H project book. Answer all 3 questions found at the bottom of the page.
C247010 Understanding Credit Scores — watch the video and read the resource listed on page 71 of the 4-H project book. Answer the following questions: 1) Name prudent actions that can reduce a credit card balance. 2) What are the main factors that drive the cost of credit? 3) List 1 personal financial goal that you could use credit or collateral to purchase. 4) Discuss possible consequences that might happen with improper use of credit for your purchase.
C247011 You Be the Teacher — create an activity, story board, game or display that would teach another youth about “Key Terms” listed on page 62 of the 4-H project book. Activity/display must include at least 5 of the terms.
INTERGENERATIONAL EXHIBITS
Exhibits in these classes must be exhibits which were completed through the cooperation of different generations. A 4-H member may solicit the help of someone from a different generation (older or younger) in learning about a new 4-H project or skill or a 4-H member may provide help and instruction to a different generation (older or younger) as they learn or develop a new skill.
- 4-H member will receive a ribbon and premium and adult will receive only a ribbon.
- No state fair entry
Any Intergenerational Exhibit class may be an America’s 250th Anniversary theme exhibit!
F550901 History Interview — maximum of 2 pages, 1-sided, neatly handwritten or typed story of an interview with someone of another generation who is involved or has been involved in a profession of interest to the 4-H member. Consider creativity and style of story. Mount on colored paper or poster board. Include a picture of the person interviewed on first page of written story for display purposes. (May be laminated to preserve exhibit.) Overall size of mounted exhibit should be no larger than 9 inches x 12 inches.
F550902 Completed Project — an intergenerational exhibit will consist of an exhibit in which 2 or more different generations participated in the completion of the exhibit. The exhibit will contain an information sheet describing the learning and information sharing which occurred during the activity. Questions to answer may include, but are not limited to:
- What was the most enjoyable part of working with different generations?
- What was the most interesting thing I learned about the person I was working with?
- What other interesting ideas did I learn while completing this project?
F550903 Story/display of an intergenerational activity which was completed by a 4-H member and someone from another generation.
F550904 Story/display of an intergenerational activity which was completed by a 4-H club and a group from another generation.
SHOOTING SPORTS
Superintendents: Sadie Garbin and Hope Bauman
- ONLY 1 ENTRY PER CLASS NUMBER PER 4-H MEMBER.
Classes D347004–009 can be entered by anyone enrolled in 4-H. Look at General Rules for Conservation and Wildlife (see page 48 of this Fair Book).
4-H Shooting Sports requires 4-H members to be under the direct leadership of a certified 4-H Shooting Sports Leader in either shotgun, rifle (bb gun), archery, pistol, blackpowder/muzzleloader and/or hunting skills. No firearms can be entered as an exhibit, nor live ammunition; however information can be shared through pictures.
Required information for each Shooting Sports, Outdoor Adventures or Conservation & Wildlife exhibit:
All 4-H members must show evidence of their personal field experiences, study or observations that relate to their exhibit. This helps judges understand what the 4-H member did and learned in the process that led to the exhibit. Show proper credit by listing the sources of plans or other supporting information used in exhibits.
Example to Attach to your Exhibit:
Name: Chris Clover
County: Clover County
Age: 10
Field Experience, Study or Observations: I attended a 4-H workshop where we put out a food plot and then made turkey calls. We played a game about attracting turkeys. Sometimes we acted like a female to draw in a tom turkey. Sometimes we acted like a lost baby turkey to call in a whole flock. I was able to use my turkey call and play the game successfully. While I’ve never turkey hunted in person, I went online to research more turkey calls. I hope to turkey hunt someday and I want to use a box call to hunt fall turkeys.
Credits/Source: Information was obtained from Nebraska Game & Parks website.
- Premiums: Purple $3; Blue $2; Red $1; White $0
D347001 Shooting Aid or Accessory — any item which helps the shooter/hunter better perform their sport, examples: rifle sling, kneeling roll, arm guard, shotgun vest, target boxes, shooting stick, etc. Include your design or plans you adapted, what the item is and what it is used for.
D347002 Storage Case — an item with the purpose to safely hold a firearm, bow, ammunition and/or arrows. Examples: soft sided shotgun case, quivers, firearm safe. Include your design or plans you adapted. Explain how the storage case is used.
D347003 Practice Game or Activity — invent or adapt an activity to practice or teach a project skill. Include pictures of youth playing the game, testimonials from youth who played the game, what skill is being worked on and directions for the game. Explain how you came up with the game or adapted it to fit the needs of your group members.
D347004 Science, Engineering, Technology Advancements of Shooting Sports, Conservation or Wildlife Essay or Display — Choose a specific area of shooting sports and share how it has advanced — include a timeline and photos or illustrations. Keep your topic narrow and manageable. Essays are limited to 1,000 words and should be on 8.5 inch x 11 inch paper. Information can be exhibited in a report folder or binder.
D347005 Healthy Lifestyles Plan — include a shooter’s (hiker’s, camper’s, angler’s) diet and exercise plan and how the 4-H member will benefit or improve from following the plan. Ideally, the 4-H member would follow the plan and include some journal entries about adaptations or improvements made while following the plan.
D347006 Citizenship/Leadership Project — share a display on a citizenship project or leadership project the 4-H member took on individually or with a group, to improve some aspect related to 4-H Shooting Sports, Conservation or Wildlife. Examples could be range development, conservation planting to attract wildlife, a camp or 4-H recruitment event. Include who benefited from the project, what the 4-H member’s role was and any results.
D347007 Career Development/College Essay, Interview or Display — research opportunities for careers related to this area or opportunities for college majors or college activities to help discover using project skills beyond a person’s 4-H career. Essays are limited to 1,000 words and should be on 8.5-inch x 11-inch paper. Interviews need to include a picture of the interviewee in their work setting, questions asked and a transcript of answers.
D347008 Community Vitality Display — explore the difference shooting sports, conservation, fishing and hunting make in keeping Nebraska vibrant, especially in rural areas. Present facts and research in an interesting way for the public to learn from.
D347009 Ag Literacy – Value-Added Agriculture Interview or Research Project — explore how traditional ag producers are adding value to their production agriculture operations through conservation efforts, hunting, raising pheasants, shooting sports related tourism, etc. Present findings in an interesting way for the public to learn from.
D347920 Shooting Sports Poster (county only) — should feature some aspect of the shooting sports project (i.e. history, parts, safety, techniques, etc.). Poster can be 14 inches x 22 inches OR 22 inches x 28 inches either vertical or horizontal. Poster will be judged on educational content and visual presentation/design.
D347921 Shooting Sports Miscellaneous Educational Exhibit (county only) — maximum size of 2 feet x 2 feet. Judged on creativity, presentation, educational value and 4-H member’s knowledge of shooting sports.
D347922 Digital Media (county only) — use digital media to create a video, slideshow or presentation of a shooting-sports-related project or activity. Submit a USB drive or DVD inside a report cover or notebook. If using a slideshow, include printed slides inside report cover or notebook.