The online Fair Book for 2025 can be accessed below. Start getting your entries ready!

The print version of the Fair Book has been distributed to area libraries, garden centres, craft/sewing/quilt shops, art shops and organizations.

Bayfield Agricultural Society

Box 236
Bayfield, Ontario
N0M 1G0

Send inquiries to email address: info@bayfieldfair.ca

Website: www.bayfieldfair.ca | Premises ID: ON4228349

2025 EXECUTIVE

PresidentDoug Yeo

519-482-9296

Homecraft PresidentPamela Stanley519-482-9914
Past PresidentVicky Culbert519-955-0879
TreasurerJentje Steenbeek519-440-6639
Secretary & Correspondence

Sue Warren

519-868-1232

DIRECTORS

Sara Budnark

416-333-7195

Pamela Stanley519-482-9914

Cate Thompson

519-212-3587

Janet Vogelsang519-565-4163
Doug Yeo519-482-9296


FAIR ADMINISTRATOR

Karen Greaves519-525-2193


HONORARY MEMBERS

Henry BakerDon BrodieJean Dunn
Ted Dunn Jean DunnJim Erwin

Ina Fisher

Corrie Koene

Doreen MacKenzie
Carol PenhaleJohn SiertsemaKathleen Siertsema
Ted Vander WoudenAfra Van Wonderen

2025 COMMITTEES


Committee

Chair

Phone #

Animal Display

Justin Damsma

519-955-1912

Art & Photography

Janet Vogelsang

519-565-4163
Church Service

Lisa Currah

Culinary Arts


Discovery Tent

Vicky Culbert

519-955-0879

Equipment Coordinator

Ian Siertsema

519-565-2396
Fair BookSara Budnark416-333-7195

Farm Products


Flowers & Plants

Steve Lillico

519-669-1142

4-H Dairy

Curtis McNeil

519-525-2948
4-H SheepSteve Willis519-565-5999

Friends of the Fair

Doug Yeo

519-482-9296

Fruits & Vegetables


Gate

Doug Culbert

519-955-6070

Grounds

Doug Wallis

519-482-9855

Handcrafts

Pamela Stanley

519-482-9914

Horses - Friesian

Jentje Steenbeek

519-440-6639

Horses - Heavy

Ray Martin

226-885-0298
Meal - Friday lunchVicky Culbert

519-955-0879

Meal - Friday night

Sara Budnark416-333-7195

Membership

Secretary/Admin

Outdoor Children's Activities

Vicky Culbert

519-955-0879

Parade



Pie & Coffee BoothDoug Yeo519-482-9296

Publicity & Marketing

Janet Vogelsang

519-565-4163

Saturday Music Fest

Jentje Steenbeek

519-440-6639
Sara Budnark416-333-7195
Tractor Pull (Children's)Jason Wallis519-482-5881
Vendors

Heather Forrest

Volunteer Coordinator

Website

Janet Vogelsang

519-565-4163

Woodworking


Wreath MakingPhil Heath

Janet Vogelsang

519-565-4163

519-565-4163

Youth Class

Heather Robinson

905-802-8273

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President's Message


Sunflowers & Scarecrows

The theme of our 169th fair is “Sunflowers & Scarecrows”. What a wonderful combination! The sunflower is associated with positivity and joy and when looking at them they lift our spirits and bring a sense of optimism to their surroundings. Scarecrows are to protect where they are located.

The experience at a fair is one of joy and longing to see something different from our regular daily activities. Joy is found competing with others through 4-H shows or any of the annual indoor competitions. There is always joy experienced being amused by the demonstrations, unique activities, or entertainers throughout the fairgrounds. Many of us are in joy at experiencing the food at a fair - often something we don’t get at the kitchen table. Wondrous joy fills us as the fireworks are brightening up the skies touching our senses. Some find joy in the sound of music found in the parade or in the evening performances. Who wouldn’t be joyful watching the farm animals in the display barn or watching dogs herding sheep at the command of the shepherd. While in the fairgrounds and surrounded by joyful activities, our visitors can be assured they are protected and safe. The Board Members take it seriously that they provide an experience where things are priced fairly and reasonably.

Take in the fair by exhibiting, by experiencing the good food, by exploring as many of the activities as you have time for, and by learning about how the farm animals are raised. Consider becoming one of the many volunteers who make our visitors time at the fair a positive and safe one.

Personally, I would like to thank all the planners for the work they have joyfully put into making this fair one we can always look back on as one we’ll remember. Join us at the fair!

Doug Yeo, President


Homecraft President's Message


Welcome to the 169th Bayfield Agricultural Society’s annual community fair!

Come out and celebrate with us, the joy of sunflowers and the charm of scarerows, while viewing a variety of exhibits, events and entertainment. The challenge is open for your particpation in the competitions on display all across the arena floor. Consider entering in any or all of our homecraft divisions: Art and Photography, Culinary (Adult and Youth), Farm Products, Flowers and Plants, Fruits and Vegetables, Handcrafts, Woodworking and a broad range of Youth Class possibilities! That`s just inside; don`t forget to take your family to watch the outdoor agricultural traditional competitions as well. We appreciate all the years of support from the 4-H folks that showcase the best of our local and youngest farmers!

Now more than ever, we want to share the joy of family and friends; and, to learn more of the farms that provide the basic neccessity of life: the food on our plates. Hope to see you there!

Pamela Stanley, Homecraft President

Notice to Exhibitors
Parade
South Central Huron Dairy 4-H Achievement Day
South Huron 4-H Sheep Achievement Day
Friesian Horses
Heavy Horses
Youth Culinary
Fruits
Vegetables
Farm Products
Flowers and Plants
Culinary (Food) Arts
Handcrafts
Woodworking
Photography
OAAS Photography Competition
Art
Youth Class
Past Presidents & Secretaries

NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS

1

The show will be open to all in Canada.

2

Except where noted otherwise, all exhibits for inside departments MUST be received (and ready for judging) before 11:45AM on the first day of the fair (Friday). Livestock, machinery, etc. for outside to be on grounds by 10:30 AM of the second day, (Saturday), unless otherwise stated. Exhibits may be entered on Thursday evening from 7PM - 9PM to avoid congestion on Friday and 8:30AM - 11:45AM on Friday.

3

No inside or outside exhibits to leave the buildings or grounds until after 4PM on Sunday and must be gone by 5PM (unless otherwise stated.)

4

Entry forms must be completed and given to the Secretary at time of entry, or prize money cannot and will not be awarded. Note: An online entry form can be completed prior to the fair - https://www.assistexpo.ca/bayfield-agricultural-society (Please review the timelines provided at the link).

5

EACH PERSON ENTERING EXHIBITS MUST PAY ONE ANNUAL $10 FEE (unless otherwise stated). THIS FEE allows the person to enter ALL categories in this book (unless otherwise stated). This fee also counts as membership until the November Annual General Meeting (AGM). Membership card issued is considered a member’s receipt (Note: Certain classes have age restrictions & Sections 400 and 500 may require additional fees).

6

The cost of membership for the following year will be deducted on prize money over $20.

7

All stock and exhibits entered must be the bona fide property of exhibitor.

8

All agricultural and garden produce exhibited must be the growth of the current year and grown on the exhibitor’s farm and/or garden (unless otherwise stated!)

9

No exhibit is to be shown in more than one category.

10

An exhibitor can only enter one item in each category as indicated.

11

Exhibits awarded prizes at any previous exhibition of this society cannot be entered for competition for the current year, or no prize will be awarded.

12

Judges have the authority to withhold the prize for any animal or exhibit they may consider unworthy. Any entry not worthy of a prize will not be given a prize, even if it is the only entry in that category!

13

Decisions of the judges are final. Exhibitors openly objecting to such decisions shall forfeit all claims to prizes they may have won.

14

No Director or Officer of the Society who may have animals or exhibits entered shall attend the same while being judged without first removing his or her badge, or shall in any way indicate to such Judge that the stock or exhibit belongs to him or her.

15

No persons allowed in the ring, except Judges and Manager, and no person is allowed to speak to Judge on duty.

16

All livestock on grounds must be under control and no abuse of livestock or poultry is permitted.

17

The Society reserves the right to carry out livestock inspection and if an animal for health reasons is not deemed worthy, the animal must be removed from the grounds at direction of the livestock committee. ANY livestock that does not have the required intact/undamaged CFIA or PigTRACE tag or identifier will not be allowed entry to the fairgrounds and must leave immediately.

18

The Society reserves the right, in case of a deficit, to pay only such portion of the prize money as conditions of the funds may warrant.

19

All prize money for inside exhibits will be paid at the time of pickup (from 4PM to 5PM Sunday).

20

EVERYONE RECEIVING PRIZE MONEY MUST COLLECT THEIR CASH OR CHEQUE BEFORE OCTOBER 15 OF THE YEAR ENTERED… OR FORFEIT PRIZE MONEY!

21

While the Directors of the Society agree to take every reasonable precaution to ensure safety of the exhibits sent to the Fair, it must be distinctly understood that the owners are required to assume all risk. Should any exhibit be accidentally lost, damaged, injured or stolen, Directors will render all assistance for recovery of same, but will not recognize any claim for payment of the value or any portion hereof.

22

The Society will not be responsible for any accident on the grounds during the Community Fair.

Privacy and Security: The privacy of our exhibitors is never compromised. We will collect and retain personal information only for the purposes of our competitions at the Bayfield Fair and/or for sending information such as prize payouts, prize books and from time to time information about upcoming events. The Society will not sell, rent, or lease any personal information collected. Access is only given to employees and Directors of the Fair who must use the personal information for the reason it was obtained.

PARADE


  • Date/Time: Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11:00AM
  • Location: Main Street in Bayfield, proceeding to the Bayfield Agricultural Park
  • Theme: "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

Please visit our website for parade information: www.bayfieldfair.ca

Want to participate in the parade? Whether you are a member of local government, a Bayfield resident, a local activity group/business or the neighbourhood kids riding their decorated bikes, the Bayfield Agricultural Society encourages you to get involved by entering the parade. This is a great opportunity to get exposure for your business or organization.

Volunteers needed! We’re looking for volunteers to help with the parade. Need volunteer hours? No problem – you can earn 6+ volunteer hours!

Photos by John Pounder & Melody Falconer-Pounder

4-H SHOWS


South Central Huron Dairy 4-H Achievement Day

  • Date/Time: Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 12:00PM
  • Location: Calf barn at the south end of the fairgrounds

Committee in charge: Curtis McNeil (519-525-2948)

Sponsored by Libro Credit Union


South Huron 4-H Sheep Achievement Day

  • Date/Time: Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 1:00PM
  • Location: Sheep barn at the south end of the fairgrounds

Committee in charge: Steve Willis (519-565-5999)

Sponsored by Libro Credit Union

Special thanks to The Old Mill (for donating a sheepskin for the champion class)

200 - FRIESIAN HORSES


SHOWTIME: 1:00PM - SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2025


  • There will be a 10% fee deducted for all exhibitors who have winnings over $50 to cover gate, entrance and membership
  • Proof of insurance must be shown at registration
  • Minimum of 3 entries needed for each class for a competition
  • Exhibitors must choose to either have a single or pair for all classes

Major supporter: Greg Young Veterinary Professional Corporation

Committee in charge: Jentje Steenbeek (519-440-6639)

Classes:

201.

Ringsteken Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, others: $25

4 rounds: 1st round - 1 point per ring, 2nd round - 2 points per ring, 3rd round - 3 points per ring, 4th round - 4 points per ring

202.

Barrel Bending Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, others: $25

3 penalty seconds per dislodged barrel

203.

Fault & Out Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, others: $25

Will be timed

205.

Derby Prizes: 1st: $100, 2nd: $80, 3rd: $60, others: $50

Cantering is allowed. Course faults = 5 penalty seconds.

206.

Progressive Cones Prizes: 1st: $100, 2nd: $80, 3rd: $60, others: $50

Driven at trot over course of 6 numbered obstacles. Clear round is 6 points. Continue driving until cone set is dislodged. 1 point for every clear pass.

300 - HEAVY HORSES


SHOWTIME: 12:00PM - SUNDAY, AUGUST 17, 2025


  • There will be a 10% fee deducted for all exhibitors who have winnings over $50 to cover gate, entrance and membership
  • Proof of insurance must be shown at registration

Major supporters: Hensall Co-op, Penhale Family, Pioneer Park, Catherine Thompson, Bayfield Maple, Bayfield Garage

Contact: Ray Martin (226-885-0298)

LINE CLASSES:

Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $20, others: $15

301.

Line Class

Foal of current year

302.

Line Class

One year to under two years old

303.

Line Class

Two years old to under three years old

304.

Line Class - Filly or Gelding

Three years old and over

305.

Line Class - Yeld Mare

Mare three years old and over without a colt in this current year

306.

Line Class - Progeny of Dam

Two horses from the same mare shown

307.

Line Class - Junior Showmanship

Open to ages 7 to under 18 (age as of fair date)

308.

Line Class - Best Heavy Horse on the Grounds 1st prize receives a trophy donated by Ray Martin & 2L of maple syrup by Bayfield Maple (valued at $35)

Limit to one entry per exhibitor

Trophy: Ray Martin

Sponsorship: Bayfield Maple

HITCHES:

309.

Six Horse Hitch - Tom Penhale Memorial Class Prizes: 1st: $400, 2nd: $350, 3rd: $300, 4th: $250

All breeds compete together. Open to all exhibitors. One exhibitor must own four of the six horses in the hitch.

Supported by: The Penhale Family, Hensall Co-op, Pioneer Park

310.

Four Horse Hitch Prizes: 1st: $200, 2nd: $150, 3rd: $70, 4th: $100, others: $80

All breeds compete together

311.

Unicorn Hitch Prizes: 1st: $100, 2nd: $90, 3rd: $50, 4th: $80, others: $60

All breeds compete together

TEAM HITCH:

Prizes: 1st: $80, 2nd: $70, 3rd: $60, others: $50

312.

Belgian

313.

Percheron

314.

Clydesdale

315.

Commercial

316.

Friesian

OPEN CLASS:

317.

Best Matched Team

The winner will be awarded $25 prize money

318.

Lady Driver Competition Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $35, 3rd: $30, others: $25

Team to be driven by a lady with a gentleman companion

319.

Junior Driver Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $35, 3rd: $30, others: $25

Team to be driven by a junior driver (under 18 years)

320.

Single Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $35, 3rd: $30, others: $25

All breeds compete together

MOST OVERALL POINTS WINNERS (301-320) Prizes: 1st: $100, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $35, 4th: $30

Support by: Bayfield Garage, Catherine Thompson, Hensall Co-op, Penhale Family, Pioneer Park

1000 - YOUTH CULINARY

  • No entry fee - include age on ticket
  • Name & address must be on the entry card

13 YEARS & UNDER:

Display on a paper plate

Prizes: 1st: $5.00, 2nd: $3.00, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.00, others: $0.50

1057.

Cookie - bake & decorate one large cookie (5"/13 cm)

1058.

Nutritious after school snack

1059.

3 cupcakes - decorate using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

1060.

Rice cake - decorate a rice cake as a face

14-18 YEARS:

Prizes: 1st: $5.00, 2nd: $3.00, 3rd: $2.00, 4th: $1.00, others: $0.50

1061.

Easy peanut butter cookies - using recipe found on peanut butter jar

1062.

5 chocolate brownies - iced

1063.

Large cookie (5"/13 cm) - decorate using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

OAAS District & Provincial Competition:

Open to all youth up to 15 years of age (as of December 31, 2025)

1064.

Chocolate Chip Cookies (8) - OAAS

Plain, no nuts. No larger than 3"/6.75 cm, no smaller than 2"/5 cm. Display on plate (not paper) inside Ziploc bag.

Prizes: 1st: $5.00, 2nd: $3.00, 3rd: $2.00, others: $0.50

  • Fair winner will be eligible to enter the District Competition
  • Rules available from Culinary Arts Committee or available here:
    www.oaasfairs.com/convention/district-and-provincial-competition-rules

600 - FRUITS

  • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry of one variety of fruit in each category; exhibitor may enter more than one entry in each class using different varieties of fruit except for 601, 606, 607, 612

Committee in charge: Linda Dixon, Nancy Scotchmer, Doug Yeo

601.

Best collection of labelled fruits (at least 6 varieties)

A scarecrow or sunflower illustrating this year's theme must be displayed with the collection on a basket/tray/plate

Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

3 LITRE BASKETS:

1 basket per variety (except 606 & 607). Judged on appearance/varieties.

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

602.

Apples (any variety, named)

603.

Plums (any variety, named)

604.

Peaches (any variety, named)

605.

Pears (any variety, named)

606.

Collection of apples (4 each of any varieties, named)

607.

Collection of grapes (4 each of any varieties, named)

PLATES:

Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

608.

Plates of 5 Apples (1 variety per plate, named)

a) Duchess b) Jersey Mac c) Paula Red d) St Lawrence e) Tolman Sweet f) Tydeman Red g) Vista Bella h) AOV

609.

Plates of 8 Plums (1 variety per plate, named)

a) Burbank b) California Blue c) Early Golden d) Ozark Premier e) Shiro f) Stanley g) VeeBlue h) Verity i) Vision

610.

Plates of 5 Pears (1 variety per plate, named)

a) Anjou b) Bartlett c) Bosc d) Clapps Favourite e) AOV

611.

Plates of 5 Peaches (1 variety per plate, named)

a) Elberta b) Jubilee c) Red Haven d) Sun Haven e) Valiant f) AOV

612.

Pint Basket (any other fruit, named, 1 variety per pint basket)

All fruit judged together in one class not separately

700 - VEGETABLES

  • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category

Committee in charge: Linda Dixon, Nancy Scotchmer, Doug Yeo

SPECIAL - Most Points in Vegetables

Most points in Section 700

Prizes: 1st: $20 Gift Certficate, 2nd: $15 Gift Certificate, 3rd: $10 Gift Certficate

Sponsor: Watson's Home Hardware

SPECIAL: Best In Show

Prize: $20

Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

PLATES:

Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

701.

5 beets - long

702.

5 beets - round

703.

10 beans - pods

704.

2 heads of broccoli

705.

1 head of red cabbage

706.

1 head of white cabbage

707.

1 head of cauliflower

708.

5 carrots - long

709.

3 cucumbers - slicing approx. 6" (15 cm)

710.

12 gherkins

711.

2 eggplants

712.

Display of fresh garden herbs

713.

Display of dried garden herbs

714.

5 garlic

715.

3 kohlrabi

716.

1 muskmelon - any variety

717.

1 watermelon - any variety

718.

1 citron

719.

5 large onions - red

720.

5 large onions - white, not Spanish

721.

5 large onions - yellow, not Spanish

722.

5 Spanish onions

723.

5 largest onions

724.

5 green sweet peppers

725.

5 hot peppers

726.

5 red sweet peppers

727.

Collection of peppers - 2 of each

728.

2 pie pumpkins

729.

2 buttercup squash

730.

2 butternut squash

731.

1 green hubbard squash

732.

1 yellow or blue hubbard squash

733.

2 pepper squash

734.

2 zucchini

735.

5 paste tomatoes

736.

5 red tomatoes

737.

5 yellow tomatoes - not miniatures

738.

5 large red tomatoes

739.

5 large green tomatoes

740.

Collection of 4 different coloured tomatoes - not miniatures

741.

Collection of cherry/miniature tomatoes - 3 of each

742.

2 table turnips

743.

5 tomatillos

THE BIG VEGETABLES:

Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

744.

Biggest beet - heaviest

745.

Biggest carrot with full root - longest

746.

Tallest corn stalk - no roots

747.

Biggest onion - circumference

748.

Biggest potato - heaviest

749.

Biggest pumpkin/squash - circumference

750.

Biggest sunflower head - diameter

751.

Tallest sunflower - no roots

752.

Biggest tomato - heaviest

SPECIAL: Most points in Big Vegetables section (744-752)

Prize: $15

Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

NOTE: Exhibitors may enter either 753 or 754:

Prizes: 1st: $15 Gift Certificate, 2nd:  $13 Gift Certficate, 3rd:  $11 Gift Certficate, 4th:  (And other worthy entries) $8

753.

SPECIAL: Collection of vegetables in a basket

Display a minimum of seven (7) varieties of vegetables staged in a basket. Each vegetable variety must be named.

A small scarecrow or sunflower illustrating the theme must be displayed with the collection.

Sponsor: OSC Seeds

754.

SPECIAL: Collection of vegetables grown without synthetic fertilizers and sprays on a tray

Display a minimum of five (5) varieties of vegetables (with minimum of ten (10) vegetables) staged in a basket or tray.

Each vegetable variety must be named. Attach a brief sign explaining why this growing method was chosen. A small scarecrow or sunflower illustrating the theme must be displayed with the collection.

Sponsor: William Dam Seeds

Judging Standards for 753 & 754:

  • Quality & condition -30%
  • Number of kinds (cultivars) -25%
  • Arrangement & attractiveness-20%
  • Shape, size & colour of specimens -20%
  • Educational value (correct labels) -5%

An exhibit containing kinds (or cultivars) that are rare or difficult to grow will be given preference over an exhibit containing easily grown specimens.

CORN:

Leave husk on sweet corn except for a 2" (5 cm) strip lengthways exposing kernels.

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

755.

3 ears hybrid sweet

756.

3 ears Indian

POTATOES:

Twelve (12) potatoes shown in a basket (except 761). Potatoes should be brushed clean with no skin damage in cleaning, should be free from greening or damage, and should not be washed.

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

757.

Any variety, early, named

758.

Red, any variety, named (if possible)

759.

White, any variety, named (if possible)

760.

Yellow, any variety, named (if possible)

761.

Sweet Potato (5 on a plate or platter)

 

SPECIAL:

762.

Best Quad of Baking Potatoes (4 shown on a plate, named)

Judging: Must be grown by exhibitor, uniform in size, length from 3" to 4.5" (7.5 cm - 11.5 cm), colour, firmness, shape

Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $15, 4th: $5, 5th: $5

Sponsor: Friend of the Fair

763.

Vegetable "Scarecrow"

Judging: Creativity, number of vegetables used and depiction of scarecrow

Create a vegetable scarecrow with vegetables and parts of vegetables with the finished product displayed upright or laying on a tray/plate/platter

Prizes: 1st: $20 gift certificate, 2nd:  $15 gift certificate

Sponsor: Veseys Seeds

800 - FARM PRODUCTS

  • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category

FIELD CROPS:

NOTE: 801-808 may be this year's or last year's crop to be shown in one (1) quart jar with three (3) seed head stalks attached to the jar (ripe or immature)

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2

801.

White beans

802.

Soy beans

803.

Other beans (named)

804.

Wheat

805.

Barley

806.

Oats

807.

Canola

808.

Corn (jar only)

809.

First cut hay - 6" (15cm) slice in a cardboard box

810.

Second cut hay - 6" (15cm) slice in a cardboard box

811.

Haylage sample in bushel basket

812.

One sheaf of wheat - bound and freestanding

(not necessarily grown by exhibitor)

813.

One sheaf of oats - bound and freestanding

(not necessarily grown by exhibitor)

814.

Silage sample in a bushel basket (last year's crop)

SPECIALS:

Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2

815.

6 Ears Dent Corn

816.

6 Tallest Field Corn Stalks


OAAS District & Provincial Competitions for:

  • Maple Syrup - Canada Grade A- Amber
  • Honey, Pure, Ontario # 1, White Liquid

Competition is open to all exhibitors who win at local fairs to enter the District and the OAAS competitions. For a copy of the complete rules, contact the fair Homecraft President or locate complete rules:

https://ontarioagsocieties.com/district-and-provincial-competition-rules/


MAPLE SYRUP:

  • Each entry should be exhibited in a 250 ml curved Kent style glass bottle (D&G @505188 syrup bottle with handle) or equivalent
  • All maple syrup should have a flavour characteristic of its respective colour class and be free from any objectionable odour or taste
  • Any entry containing any form of foreign material will be disqualified
  • No labels are permitted on the bottles
  • Entry must be made solely by the person or family entering the competition

Judging standards:

  • 40 Flavour
  • 30 Density
  • 20 Colour
  • 10 Clarity

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6

817.

Canada Grade A - Golden

818.

Canada Grade A - Amber

819.

Canada Grade A - Dark

HONEY:

  • Each entry should be exhibited in a clear 500 g (375 ml) glass container
  • Any entry containing any form of foreign material will be disqualified
  • No labels are permitted on the bottles
  • Entry must be made solely by the person or family entering the competition

Judging standards:

  • 50 Appearance (15 Density, 10 Brightness, 15 Flavour and aroma, 5 Uniformity of honey, 5 Colour)
  • 50 Clarity (20 Free from crystals, 15 Free from pollen, wax, etc.,15 Free from air bubbles)

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6

820.

Pure, Ontario # 1, White Liquid

821.

Pure, Ontario # 1, Golden Liquid

822.

Pure, Ontario # 1, Amber Liquid

900 - FLOWERS AND PLANTS

  • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category
  • Any bud showing colour counts as a bloom
  • Any category with ten (10) or more entries may be divided

    Committee in charge: Jean Horton, Steve Lillico, Gloria Lillico, Ted Vander Wouden

    FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS:

    Arrangements may be in clear, coloured or heritage vases

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

    901.

    Arrangement in a small bowl

    902.

    Garden flowers for a party using at least 1 candle

    903.

    Wildflowers, dried flowers and grasses - not to exceed 12" (30 cm)

    904.

    From The Grain Field - include field crop, not to exceed 9" (22.5 cm)

    905.

    Cow creamer flower arrangement - not to exceed 6" (15 cm)

    906.

    Flowering weeds and shrubs in a recycled container

    907.

    Flower bouquet in a shoe or boot

    908.

    Squirrel's Haven - using flowers, cones, nuts

    909.

    Wild flowers & sunflowers in a coffee mug

    ROSES:

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

    910.

    Miniature rose bouquet

    911.

    One rose, any colour, displayed with own foliage

    912.

    Rose display, any variety

    913.

    Rose floribunda, one spray

    RAINBOW DISPLAY:

    Arrangements may be in clear, coloured or heritage vases

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

    914.

    Churning Butter

    Blooms and foliage in yellow

    915.

    White on White

    Blooms and foliage in white

    916.

    Pretty in Pink

    Blooms and foliage in pink and red

    917.

    Green Envy

    Tractor green blooms, foliage and seed pods

    918.

    From Sea to Sea

    Tractor blue using a variety of blooms and foliage

    919.

    Purple Passion

    Blooms and foliage in purple and mauve

    920.

    Sunset

    Blooms and foliage in orange and rust

    POTTED PLANTS:

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

    921.

    Geranium in a hanging pot

    922.

    One cactus

    923.

    Begonia - Fibrous

    924.

    Fuchsia in a hanging pot

    925.

    New Guinea impatiens (1 or more)

    926.

    Spider plant in a hanging pot

    927.

    Window box display in red

    928.

    Patio planter

    929.

    Begonia (Any other variety)

    930.

    Potted hosta

    931.

    Foliage plant (Not a spider)

    CUT FLOWERS:

    May be displayed in clear, coloured heritage vases or jars

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

    932.

    Asters - variety

    933.

    Calendulas - variety

    934.

    Pom-pom dahlia (3 blooms)

    935.

    Cleome - variety of colour

    936.

    Cosmos - variety

    937.

    Dahlias - variety

    938.

    Dahlias - cactus, one bloom

    939.

    Dahlia - large, decorative, one bloom, any colour

    940.

    Grasses - 4 stems

    941.

    Nicotina - 3 stems

    942.

    Sunflowers - over 6", 1 bloom

    943.

    Sunflowers - under 6", 1 bloom

    944.

    Gladiolus - variety, not less than six

    945.

    Gladiolus - one spike yellow, white or cream

    946.

    Gladiolus - one spike, lavender, mauve, purple or blue

    947.

    Hydrangea - variety

    948.

    Lavatera - variety

    949.

    African marigolds - five blooms, larger than 2" (6 cm)

    950.

    French marigolds - five blooms, smaller than 2" (6 cm)

    951.

    Nasturtiums - variety

    952.

    Pansies - variety

    953.

    Petunias - single, five blooms with own foliage

    954.

    Petunias - double, five blooms with own foliage

    955.

    Phlox - variety

    956.

    Salvia - variety

    957.

    Snapdragons - five blooms

    958.

    Sunflowers - variety

    959.

    Rose of Sharon

    960.

    Verbena - variety

    961.

    Zinnia - pom-pom, 3 blooms

    962.

    Zinnia - 3 blooms over 2" (6 cm)

    963.

    Large bouquet - cut flowers

    SPECIALS:

    Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

    964.

    Helen Turner Special

    Most colourful arrangement using a combination of garden and roadside flowers

    965.

    Memories of Emma

    Patio planter with 5 or more flowering or foliage plants (must include geraniums and ivy)

    966.

    Bayfield Garden Club Special

    Wicker market basket planted with (6) annuals and/or succulents

    1000 - CULINARY (FOOD) ARTS

    • All exhibits must be in BEFORE 11:45AM on Friday
    • Please read notations carefully
    • Judging standards are available from the committee
    • Entries must be made solely by the person entering
    • Class donors are subject to change

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2

    SPECIAL - MOST POINTS IN BAKING

    Prize: $50 Gift Certificate

    Sponsor: Jamie McDougall

    BREAD & ROLLS:

    To be exhibited in clear, clean plastic Ziploc bags. Note: Buns are baked together, rolls are separate.

    1001.

    White loaf

    1002.

    Whole wheat loaf

    1003.

    Sourdough bread, decorative top

    1004.

    Banana bread with sunflower seeds

    1005.

    Cinnamon rolls - iced (3)

    QUICK BREADS:

    To be exhibited in clear, clean plastic Ziploc bags.

    1006.

    Zucchini loaf

    1007.

    Bran muffins (3)

    1008.

    Banana chocolate chip muffins (3)

    1009.

    Tea biscuits (3)

    1010.

    Scones (3)

    COOKIES:

    Plain cookies no larger than 3" (6.75 cm) and no smaller than 2" (5 cm) to be exhibited on small plates, in clear, clean plastic Ziploc bags.

    1011.

    Chocolate chip (3)

    1012.

    Peanut butter (3)

    1013.

    Oatmeal with sunflower seeds (3)

    1014.

    Peanut brittle (3)

    1015.

    Fudge brownies with nuts - not iced (3)

    PASTRY:

    Homemade crust and fillings. Whole pie will be judged. May be entered uncovered. One 4" (10 cm) piece to be left for display, remainder may be picked up after judging.

    1016.

    Apple pie - decorated lattice top

    1017.

    Lemon tarts (3)

    1018.

    Strawberry tarts (3)

    1019.

    Plain pie shell - baked

    1020.

    Blueberry pie - double crust

    CAKES:

    No mixes. Whole cakes judged, one 4" (10 cm) piece displayed, remainder can be picked up after judging. Size 8" (20 cm) or 9" (22 cm) square/bundt/round. Display uncovered on suitable foil covered base.

    1021.

    Yellow cake - iced

    1022.

    Carrot cake - iced

    1023.

    Crumbed coffee cake

     

    SPECIAL - MOST POINTS IN HOME CANNING

    Prize: Gift

    Sponsor: Melody Falconer-Pounder

    PICKLES:

    Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

    1024.

    Pickled yellow beans

    1025.

    Pickled beets

    1026.

    Bread & butter pickles

    1027.

    Chili sauce

    1028.

    Sweet cucumber pickles

    1029.

    Dill pickles

    1030.

    Sweet cucumber relish

    1031.

    Zucchini relish

    1032.

    Mild salsa

    1033.

    Red pepper jelly

    1034.

    Corn relish

    JAMS & JELLIES:

    Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

    1035.

    Marmalade

    1036.

    Freezer strawberry jam

    1037.

    Peach freezer jam

    1038.

    Apple jelly

    1039.

    Red pepper jelly

    1040.

    Lemon curd

    1041.

    Grape jelly

    1042.

    Raspberry jam

    1043.

    Peach jam

    1044.

    Blackberry jam

    1045.

    Strawberry rhubarb jam

    SPECIALS:

    1046.

    Best Dish of Baked Beans

    Not wieners and beans

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, 4th: $3

    Sponsor: Ontario Bean Growers

    1047.

    Mixed Bean Salad

    Use at least 3 different types of beans

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, 4th: $3

    Sponsor: Ontario Bean Growers

    1048.

    Homemade Chocolate Cupcakes

    Decorated using "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme

    Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

    Sponsor: Pamela Stanley

    1049.

    Butter Tarts - OAAS

    No fruit or nuts. Enter on sturdy plate inside plastic Ziploc bag.

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

    Sponsor: Westlake Maple Syrup

    • Fair winner will be eligible to enter the District Competition
    • Rules available from Culinary Arts Committee or available here:
      www.oaasfairs.com/convention/district-and-provincial-competition-rules

    1050A.

    Farm Little Flour Special - Cherry Pie (Lattice top)

    Prizes: 1st: Bag of flour, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

    Sponsor: Farm Little

    1050B.

    Farm Little Flour Special - 8" Fruit Scone

    Cut into wedges, must include fruit, e.g. raisins

    Prizes: 1st: Bag of flour, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

    Sponsor: Farm Little

    1051.

    Iced Layer Lemon Cake (Using butter, wrapper attached)

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

    Sponsor: Milk Producers of Ontario

    1052.

    3 Ways of Serving Eggs (Using "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme)

    Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

    Sponsor: Huron County Egg Farmers

    1053.

    Boiled Salad Dressing (Using eggs)

    Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

    Sponsor: Huron County Egg Farmers

    1054.

    Bayfield Berry Farm Special - Mixed Berry Crumble

    Prizes: 1st: $10 gift certificate, 2nd:  $7 gift certificate, 3rd:  $5 gift certificate

    Sponsor: Bayfield Berry Farm

    1055.

    The Gravy Boat Special - Lemon Meringue Pie

    All entries judged on appearance, taste and texture

    Prizes: 1st: $10.00 gift certificate, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

    Sponsor: The Gravy Boat

    1056.

    'Birthday Party' (Using "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme)

    Display ideas - invitation, gift bag, decorations, favours, etc (Minimum 5 items, judged on creativity/attractiveness)

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5, 4th: $3

    1100 - HANDCRAFTS

    Please try to use the 2025 theme in your creations where possible: "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    • Exhibits may be entered on Thursday evening from 7pm to 9pm, or on Friday from 9am to 11:30am and must be in place before 11:45am
    • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category
    • All work new to this fair
    • Only safety pins to be used to attach entry tag to article (no straight pins on any entry)
    • No soiled articles will be presented to the judges

    Committee in charge: Pamela Stanley (519-482-9914)


    OAAS Hand and Machine Quilt Annual Championship Competition

    Entry quilts must be a minimum of 324” or 810 cm. measured on the perimeter. Smaller quilts will not be eligible to proceed to the next level of competition. Judging will occur at local fairs and district levels. The “All Ontario” winner will be awarded the grand prize of $500 and the “reserve” winner will be awarded $100. The exhibitor will retain ownership of the quilt. Complete rules are available at: http://ontarioagsocieties.com.member-services/competitions

    A Grand Champion and Reserve Champion quilt will each receive special ribbons after judging.


    QUILTING AND PATCHWORK:

    All quilts may be of any size to enter; however, to qualify for the OAAS prize, the quilt must be the minimum perimeter size of 324” or 810 cm. (approximately 72” x 90”). The size must be written on the entry ticket, and the signature of the entrant should appear on the entry ticket in the allocated space provided. In order to qualify for the OAAS prize, the quilt must be completed by one person.

    HAND QUILTED:

    Prizes: 1st: $12.00, 2nd: $7.50, 3rd: $5.50

    1101.

    Quilt - pieced

    1102.

    Quilt - whole cloth

    1103.

    Quilt - "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme

    1104.

    Quilt - assembled and quilted by several people

    1105.

    Quilt - with handcrafted embellishments

    1106.

    Crib quilt, pieced (min 30" by 40")

    1107.

    Quilted sofa throw

     

    MACHINE QUILTED:

    Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00

    1108.

    Quilt - double/queen size

    1109.

    Quilt - single bed size

    1110.

    Quilt - crib/toddler-bed size

    1111.

    Quilt - "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme

    1112.

    Quilt - pieced and machine quilted by one (1) person

    1113.

    Quilt - pieced and machine quilted by several people

    1114.

    Quilted sofa throw

    1115.

    Quilted ragged design

     

    QUILTED ARTICLES:

    Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00

    1116.

    Quilted tote bag using "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme

    1117.

    Quilted placemats (2)

    1118.

    Quilted table runner

    1119.

    Quilted child's "I-spy" blanket

    1120.

    Quilted mug rug

    1121.

    Mini quilt - max 60" (150 cm) perimeter

    1122.

    Sunflowers and/or scarecrows on a lap quilt

    1123.

    Quilt Block - pieced, mounted, fastened at top

    1124.

    Quilt Block - appliqued, mounted, fastened at top

    1125.

    Quilt - top only

     

    SEWING & NEEDLEWORK:

    Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00

    1126.

    PJ's, robe or nightie

    1127.

    Infant or toddler sleep sack

    1128.

    Bib apron

    1129.

    Half apron

    1130.

    BBQ apron

    1131.

    Child's apron

    1132.

    Teapot cover

    1133.

    Tea-towel embroidered

    1134.

    Placemats (2) exhibiting "Sunflowers" theme

    1135.

    Tablecloth and napkins exhibiting "Sunflowers" theme

    1136.

    Felt work article (felted, felting, applique, embroidery)

    1137.

    Child's pillow case

    1138.

    Reusable market tote bag

    1139.

    Pillow from a panel

    1140.

    Embroidered "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme sampler

    1141.

    Counted cross stitch picture

    1142.

    Counted cross stitch article

    1143.

    Needlepoint using "Sunflowers" theme

    1144.

    Fabric purse

    1145.

    Embellished vest

    1146.

    Embellished sweatshirt using "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme

    1147.

    Pin cushion animal

     

    KNITTING:

    Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00

    1148.

    Adult pullover sweater

    1149.

    Child's pullover sweater

    1150.

    Adult cardigan

    1151.

    Child's cardigan

    1152.

    Baby set - minimum of 2 pieces, in plastic zip bag

    1153.

    Socks - self-striping yarn

    1154.

    Socks - lace knit pattern

    1155.

    Socks - heavy duty work style

    1156.

    Fingerless gloves

    1157.

    Shawl

    1158.

    Baby blanket

    1159.

    Cosy neck warmer

    1160.

    Tea cosy

    1161.

    Adult toque

    1162.

    Child's toque

    1163.

    Adult slippers

    1164.

    Child's slippers

    1165.

    Stuffed toy

     

    CROCHETING:

    Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00

    1166.

    Lap warmer (lap-ghan)

    1167.

    Granny square pillow

    1168.

    Granny square garment

    1169.

    Baby shawl

    1170.

    Child's vest

    1171.

    Child's pullover/cardigan

    1172.

    Adult pullover/cardigan

    1173.

    Tablecloth

    1174.

    Table runner

    1175.

    Table centre-piece

     

    CRAFTS - ANY MEDIA:

    Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00

    1176.

    Tote bag for groceries using "Sunflowers & Scarecrows" theme

    1177.

    Tote bag for crafters

    1178.

    Tote bag for child's schoolwork

    1179.

    Tote bag for new mom/baby

    1180.

    Tote bag from recycled article

    1181.

    Christmas apron

    1182.

    Christmas stocking

    1183.

    Christmas placemats

    1184.

    Christmas table runner

    1200 - WOODWORKING

    • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category
    • Articles must be new to this fair

    Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00

    CARVING:

    1201.

    Carving of a bird or animal

    1202.

    Open

    WOODTURNING:

    1203.

    Any article done on a lathe (bowl, plate, candle stick, etc)

    WOODWORKING:

    1204.

    Bird house or feeder (for practical use)

    1205.

    Bird house or feeder (for decorative purposes)

    1206.

    Picture frame

    1207.

    Sign

    1208.

    Something made from reclaimed wood (no paint, stain or varnish)

    1209.

    Child's toy

    1210.

    Serving tray or cutting board

    1211.

    Plant stand

    1212.

    Game

    1213.

    Article made from driftwood

    1214.

    Conceptual or decorative article

    1215.

    Garden/lawn ornament

    1216.

    Outdoor decoration - garden, porch or lawn

    WE KNOW IT'S NOT WOOD; IT'S METAL:

    1217.

    Welded garden ornament, less than 36" (1m) high

    1300 - PHOTOGRAPHY

    • Amateur photographers only - unless otherwise noted
    • Maximum photo size 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm)
    • Colour or black & white photograph
    • Must be mounted with strong double-sided tape or photo corners on white or black bristol board (not foamcore) with 1" (3 cm) border or will not be judged
    • Except where noted otherwise, no computer enhancements other than cropping, straightening, or red eye reduction
    • Photos entered must not have previously been shown in Bayfield Fair competitions
    • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category
    • Entry tag must be taped on the back so that it appears at the bottom right-hand corner of the entry facing front (no staples)
    • Permission should be obtained for pictures of people who are unrelated before being entered in the competition
    • Judging will be based on: originality, composition and execution
    • Prizes will not necessarily be awarded
    • Judge may award Honorable Mention

    Photography exhibitors are strongly encouraged to drop off their exhibits on Thursday, August 14 from 7PM to 9PM and no later than 10:00AM on Friday, August 15 to allow time for display setup

    Committee in charge: Janet Vogelsang (519-565-4163)

    PICTORIAL:

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

    1301.

    Good to the Last Bite

    1302.

    Sunflowers or a Scarecrow in a Field

    1303.

    Illuminations at Night (e.g. sunset, fireworks, city or festive lights)

    1304.

    Life's a Beach

    1305.

    Interesting Cloud Formations

    HUMAN INTEREST:

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

    1306.

    People at Community Fair or Festival

    1307.

    Family Around the Table

    1308.

    At Work on the Farm

    1309.

    Child or Pet in Sunflower or Scarecrow Costume

    1310.

    Kids Being Kids

    1311.

    Family/Friends Photo in a Sunflower Field

    PHOTO ESSAY:

    Photo essays to be arranged & mounted on a quarter sheet of bristol board with strong double-sided tape or photo corners. (4 pictures)

    Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

    1312.

    Four Seasons in the Garden

    1313.

    Four Farm photos using the theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    1314.

    Four Images that Depict your Community

    1315.

    Four Different Flowers (Close up)

    1316.

    Four Interesting Doorways in your Community

    BY TEENS (AGES 13-16 INCLUSIVE):

    1317.

    Teens: Any subject using the theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

    BY YOUNG ADULTS (AGES 17-19 INCLUSIVE):

    1318.

    Young adults: Any subject

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

    OPEN - BLACK & WHITE:

    Any subject 8" x 10" (20 x 24 cm) or smaller

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

    1319.

    Landscape

    1320.

    Buildings

    SPECIAL - BEST ENTRY IN SECTION:

    Classes 1321-1325

    Prize: $25

    Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

    BAYFIELD GARDEN CLUB PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST:

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

    1321.

    "Sunflowers in the Garden"

    Capture one or more sunflowers in your garden

    Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

    1322.

    "Bird's Eye View"

    Picture of flora or fauna from a bird's perspective

    Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

    1323.

    "After the Rain"

    Rain's beneficial effect on your garden or woodlot

    Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

    1324.

    "Results of A Season's Efforts'

    A display of your vegetables, fruit, and/or flowers

    Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

    1325.

    "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    Any subject using the theme

    Sponsor: Bayfield Garden Club

    CREATIVE EFFECTS:

    1326.

    Any picture using creative effects on a digital camera

    (e.g. vivid colours or fish eye effect)

    Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

    OAAS PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

    Visitors to the 2025 Bayfield Community Fair are encouraged to take photos at the Fair and submit them for this competition.

    Rules & Guidelines:

    1. All prints 4" x 6" or 5" x 7" are to be mounted on bristol board with approximately 1" border with category number and your name on the back
    2. No professional photographers permitted
    3. Absolutely no digital enhancing allowed (all enhanced photos will be disqualified)
    4. All photos must have been taken at the Bayfield Fair 2025
    5. Only 1 entry for each category
    6. Do not use tape on top of photographs
    7. The Bayfield Agricultural Society will award ribbons up to 3rd place in each category
    8. First prize winning photos will be sent to the OAAS Convention in a JPEG file for judging, which will take place in February 2026
    9. Monetary prizes are awarded at the convention to winning photos up to 5th place
    10. Photos will be returned following the OAAS Convention; however, first prize winning images will become the property of the OAAS
    11. Remember: Cheating and getting caught can only hurt our fair; honesty is the best policy
    12. Societies must obtain permission to use photos with the people/subjects photographed in the entries

    Judging standards:

    • Quality of image: focus/angle of shot/lighting
    • Content of image: category/appeal to viewer/Fair involvement
    • Educational value: informative/promotional
    • Fair Identification: e.g. ribbons, signs etc

    Entries are to be submitted to Janet Vogelsang (519-565-4163) by September 15, 2025

    JUNIOR DIVISION:

    (Youth up to age 15 years as of December 31, 2025)

    1.

    Candid shot of people having fun at the Bayfield Fair

    2.

    Creatures & critters at the fair

    3.

    Brilliant colours at the fair

    4.

    Most unusual display at the fair

    .
    OPEN DIVISION:

    HUMAN INVOLVEMENT:

    5.

    Youth participation at the fair

    e.g. exhibit, displays, ribbons won, competitions, races etc.

    6.

    Adult/Senior involvement

    e.g. working, displays, enjoying your fair

    7.

    Candid shot of children having fun at your fair

    8.

    Candid shot of someone too pooped to participate anymore

    9.

    4-H involvement at your fair

    e.g. livestock, displays

    10.

    People with creatures and critters at your fair

    DISPLAYS:

    11.

    Most unusual display at your fair

    12.

    Homecraft at your fair

    e.g. displays, demonstrations, etc.

    13.

    Live action shows

    e.g. singers, pulls, demos, something musical, your fair at night

    14.

    Quilts/Handicrafts at your fair

    15.

    Display of machinery

    e.g. tractors, vehicles, engines, farming equipment

    ANIMALS:

    16.

    Animal show

    e.g. livestock show, pet show, horse show

    17.

    Live demonstrations with animals

    e.g. blacksmith, sheep shearing etc.

    18.

    Reptiles/Birds/Small Animals

    e.g. bird show, rabbits, etc.

    19.

    Proud moment

    e.g. winners with their ribbons

    PROMOTIONAL:

    20.

    Fair Ambassador involvement

    e.g. with displays, ribbons etc

    21.

    Promoting this year's fair and/or theme

    e.g. displays, signs, etc.

     

    1400 - ART

    • Amateur artists only
    • Artist's name must be covered for judging
    • Original work only
    • Artwork must not have been entered previously in Bayfield Fair competitions
    • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category
    • All artwork entered must arrive framed, or on a canvas wrapped frame and ready to hang, complete with screw eyes affixed to the back of the frame and braided hanging wire; otherwise it will not be judged. Suggestion for cost savings: check the thrift donation/shops for good frames that can be easily adapted.
    • Entry tag must be taped on the back so that it appears at the bottom right-hand corner of the entry facing front (no staples)
    • Judging will be based on: interpretation, creativity, quality and artistic skill demonstrated

    Art exhibitors are strongly encouraged to drop off their exhibits on Thursday, August 14 from 7PM to 9PM and no later than 10:00AM on Friday, August 15 to allow time for display setup

    Committee in charge: Janet Vogelsang (519-565-4163)

    SPECIAL - BEST IN SHOW:

    Prize: $50 gift certificate
    Sponsored by: Janet Vogelsang

    ALL MEDIA (Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, Multimedia):

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

    1401.

    Field or Garden Landscape

    1402.

    Any subject using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    1403.

    Still Life

    1404.

    Flower(s)

    1405.

    Portraits

    1406.

    Your choice of subject - outdoors

    1407.

    Teens (ages 13 to 16 inclusive)

    Any subject using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    1408.

    Young adults (ages 17 to 19 inclusive)

    Any subject using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    WATERCOLOUR:

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

    1409.

    Field or Garden Landscape

    1410.

    Any subject using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    1411.

    Flower(s)

    1412.

    Still life

    1413.

    Your choice of subject - outdoors

    1414.

    Teens (ages 13 to 16 inclusive) - any subject

    1415.

    Young adults (ages 17 to 19 inclusive) - any subject

    SKETCHES (Using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"):

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

    1416.

    Pencil

    1417.

    Charcoal or conte

    1418.

    Oil or pastel

    1419.

    Pencil crayon

    1420.

    Pen and ink

    1421.

    Teens (ages 13 to 16 inclusive)

    1422.

    Young adults (ages 17 to 19 inclusive)

    1423.

    Mixed media

    SCULPTURES:

    1424.

    Sculpture using theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

    1500 - YOUTH CLASS

    • Age 12 and under (except for specials)
    • There is no entry fee for youth (unless entering an adult class)
    • Follow instructions carefully
    • Exhibitor allowed only one (1) entry in each category
    • Entry tags must have name, address and age of exhibitor
    • Fair theme for 2025 is "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    Committee in charge: Heather Robinson (905-802-8273)

    SPECIAL: Most entries in each age category will receive a $10 Gift Certificate for Woodlands. In case of tie, Most Points will be used.

    • Age - Up to 6 years (Classes 1501-1505)
    • Age - 7-8 years (Classes 1506-1510)
    • Age - 9-10 years (Classes 1511-1515)
    • Age - 11-12 years (Classes 1516-1520)

    Prizes: 1st: $3.00, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $1.50, others: $0.50

    AGE - UP TO 6 YEARS:

    1501.

    Paint a sunflower on a rock

    1502.

    Use pasta noodles and sunflower seeds to make a picture of a sunflower

    (Use materials of your choice to make it colourful and glue onto cardboard or paper plate)

    1503.

    Use a paper plate to make a scarecrow face mask (Colour and decorate with materials of your choice)

    1504.

    Display a dried or pressed flower collection and display in a frame that can stand on the table

    (No fewer than six examples, no more than 12)

    1505.

    Create a paper bag puppet that looks like a scarecrow

    1506.

    Create a 'face' using vegetables on a paper plate

    1507.

    Create a "Pounded Flower Picture" by laying blooms/leaves between watercolour/thick paper & parchment paper

    Gently hammer leaves and flower petals onto paper then gently brush off remaining petals to reveal colours on the paper.

    For more instructions/video, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/2r2psewu

    1508.

    Build a hanging birdfeeder out of popsicle sticks and fill with sunflower seeds

    AGE - 7-8 YEARS:

    1509.

    Draw a farm scene that includes at least one scarecrow & sunflower on 8.5 x 11" paper and colour with pencil crayons

    1510.

    Make a sunflower or scarecrow using Lego

    1511.

    Draw a cartoon character of a 'scared crow' and colour with markers

    1512.

    Create a 3D sunflower using tissue or construction paper with a wire or pipe cleaner stem (display in a vase or bottle)

    1513.

    Create a 12" scarecrow out of materials of your choice (display in a flowerpot)

    1514.

    Create a vegetable platter that looks like a sunflower

    1515.

    Create an arrangement of wildflowers that includes at least one sunflower

    (display in a recycled container of your choice)

    1516.

    Using sticks or scrap wood, make a holder for a suet cake that can be fed to birds in winter

    (Include a homemade suet using sunflower seeds)

    AGE - 9-10 YEARS:

    1517.

    Create a 'sunflower' friendship bracelet using materials of your choice

    1518.

    Decorate a wreath inspired by the fair's theme

    1519.

    Create a scarecrow for the end of a pencil using modeling clay or materials of your choice

    1520.

    Create a perler or melty bead picture inspired by fair's theme

    1521.

    Use sunflower seeds to create a mosaic of a crow & press into salt-dough or glue onto cardboard

    1522.

    Cut a potato in half, carve a potato stamp inspired by this year's theme, stamp onto paper plate & display stamp beside

    1523.

    Dissect a flower (using clear tape to adhere to blank paper & label anatomy)

    1524.

    Make a wind chime inspired by the fair's theme using recycled/repurposed materials

    AGE - 11-12 YEARS:

    1525.

    Create a pincushion out of fabric that looks like a sunflower

    1526.

    Create a 3-5 panel comic strip that illustrates a story or a joke that includes a scarecrow, sunflower and 'scared crow'

    1527.

    Paint a farm scene related to theme on canvas

    1528.

    Create a sculpture of a crow (using paper mâché and/or materials of your choice)

    1529.

    Create a 2ft scarecrow (display sitting on a flower pot)

    1530.

    Cut up vegetables to look like flowers (display on a paper plate)

    1531.

    Create a table centrepiece to reflect the fair's theme

    1532.

    Build a 'tin can' scarecrow - assistance is allowed

    1533.

    Up to 7 years old - Make trail mix or granola that includes sunflower seeds (display in an attractive or unusual bowl)

    Cover tightly with plastic wrap - attach recipe to the bag

    1534.

    Ages 8-12 years - Decorate a cake to look like a large sunflower head (display on a pretty plate)

    VEGETABLES:

    All youth aged 12 and under. Display on a paper plate. See adult vegetable section for judging standards.

    1535.

    3 table beets

    1536.

    1 carrot with 'legs'

    1537.

    3 table carrots

    1538.

    1 ugly tomato (misshapen, not rotten)

    1539.

    3 green tomatoes

    1540.

    Biggest zucchini

    1541.

    Weirdest shaped potato

    1542.

    Longest bean

    1543.

    Smallest sunflower head

    1544.

    Biggest sunflower head

    1545.

    Most unusual vegetable

    SPECIAL - BAYFIELD COMMUNITY FAIR POSTER:

    Prizes: 1st: $5.00, 2nd: $4.00, 3rd: $3.00, others: $0.50

    1546.

    Junior Fair Poster (Kindergarten to Grade 4)

    1547.

    Intermediate Fair Poster (Grade 5 to Grade 8)

    1548.

    Senior Fair Poster (Grade 9 to Grade 12)

    Design a hand drawn poster to promote the 2026 Bayfield Community Fair using next year's theme: "Apple Pies & Harvest Skies – 170 Years of Community"

    • The name of the fair and the date must be included on the poster: August 14-16, 2026
    • Minimum size is 22 x 28 cm to a maximum of 28 x 44 cm (without borders)
    • Mount on bristol board showing a 5.5 cm border on all sides
    • Judging standards:
      • Overall Appearance - 50 points
      • Creativity and design - 35 points
      • OAAS District 8 criteria - 15 points

    The winning poster will be entered at the District AGM and may be retained for advertising purposes


    SPECIAL - 2025 PLANTER:

    1549.

    Planter - 12 years and under

    Prizes: 1st: $10.00, 2nd: $5.00, others: $0.50

    1550.

    Planter - Ages 13 to 16

    Prizes: 1st: $15.00, 2nd: $10.00, others: $0.50

    • Planter to display at least two (2) different flowers of any colour
    • You may include accessories that complement the fair theme "Sunflowers & Scarecrows"

    Prizes donated in memory of Emma Vander Wouden

    PRESIDENTS

    1882 John Lough

    1894-1895 John McNaughton

    1896-1897 Wm. Townsend

    1898 Wm. Townsend/D. McNaughton

    1899-1904 R.E. Snowden

    1912-1915 R.E. Snowden

    1916-1919 D.H. McNaughton

    1921-1923 J.W. Reid

    1924-1937 John McClure

    1938-1942 Wm. Sparks

    1943-1944 Albert Dunn

    1945 Murray Grainger

    1946-1950 A.H. Warner

    1951-1953 Carl Diehl

    1954-1956 Carl Houston

    1957-1959 Harold Penhale

    1960 Fraser Stirling

    1961-1963 Alvin Rau

    1964 Edward Grigg

    1965-1967 Orville McClinchey

    1968-1969 Grant Stirling

    1970-1971 Ted Dunn

    1972-1973 Everett McIlwain

    1974-1976 Tom Penhale

    1977-1979 Robert Stirling

    1980-1982 Ted Dunn

    1983-1984 George Wilson

    1985 Carol Penhale

    1986 George Wilson

    1987-1988 Rick Penhale

    1989-1990 John Fisher

    1991-1992 Ted Dunn

    1993-1994 Afra Van Wonderen

    1995-1996 John Fisher

    1997-2002 Ted Vander Wouden

    2003 Ed Hoekstra

    2004-2006 Ted Dunn

    2007-2008 Henry Baker

    2009-2011 Don Brodie

    2012-2014 Doug Yeo

    2015-2016 Jentje Steenbeek

    2017 Doug Yeo

    PRESIDENTS CONT.

    2018 Jentje Steenbeek

    2019 Stephen Jacob

    2020 Lorraine Shields

    2021 Pamela Stanley
    2022-2023 Vicky Culbert

    2024 Doug Yeo


    SECRETARIES

    1882 John Armstrong

    1893 John McNaughton

    1894 John Wild

    1895-1900 H. Erwin

    1901-1904 H. Drahmen

    1912-1945 Alfred E. Erwin

    1946-1949 Chas. Gemeinhardt

    1950-1960 Mrs. A.M. Bassett

    1961-1970 Robert Stirling

    1971-1986 Audrey Graham

    1987 Marilyn Durand

    1988-1989 Audrey Graham

    1990-1991 Carol Penhale

    1992-1995 Lynn Halonen

    1996 Peter Stiles

    1997-1998 Nancy Huber

    1999-2001 Mary Ann Doyle

    2002-2011 Emma Vander Wouden

    2012 Denise Castelmezzano

    2013-2014 Amy Campbell

    2014-2019 Susan Lehnen

    2020 Renee Hill

    2022-2023 Doug Yeo
    2024 Sue Warren