The online Fair Book for 2023 can be accessed below. Start getting your entries ready!
Note: a print version of the Fair Book will be available soon.
Table of Contents
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NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS
EXHIBITORS MUST READ THE FOLLOWING PAGES OF RULES AND REGULATIONS TO BE AWARE OF THE RULES OF THE FAIR
Please note: - #2 – time to enter exhibits
- #4 – regarding entry forms
- #5 – entry fee requirements
- #6 – prize money deductions
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1. | The show will be open to all in Canada. |
2. | All exhibits for inside departments MUST be received (& ready for judging) before 11:45 a.m. on the first day of the Fair (Friday). Livestock, machinery, etc. for outside to be on grounds by 10:30 a.m. of the second day, (Saturday), unless otherwise stated. Exhibits may be entered on Thursday evening from 7 – 9 p.m. to avoid congestion on Friday and 8:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. on Friday. |
3. | No inside or outside exhibits to leave the buildings or grounds until after 4 p.m. on the Sunday, and must be gone by 5 p.m. (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 $10.00 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 Meeting. Membership Card issued is considered a member’s receipt (Note: certain classes have age restrictions & Sections 400 and 500 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 our 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 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.) |
20. | EVERYONE RECEIVING PRIZE MONEY MUST CASH CHEQUES BEFORE OCTOBER 15TH OF THAT YEAR…OR FORFEIT SAME!!! |
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.
601. | Best collection of labelled fruits (at least 6 varieties) displayed in a basket/tray/plate. A toy tractor or more illustrating the theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" must be displayed with the collection. Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 |
3 Litre Basket:
1 basket per variety (except for 606 & 607)
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 Judged on appearance and varieties |
Plates/Pint Baskets:
Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2
608. | Plate of 5 Apples (1 variety per plate) Duchess, Jersey Mac, Paula Red, St Lawrence, Tolman Sweet, Tydeman Red, Vista Bella, A.O.V - named |
609. | Plate of 8 Plums (1 variety per plate) Burbank, California Blue, Early Golden, Ozark Premier, Shiro, Stanley, VeeBlue, Verity, Vision |
610. | Plate of 5 Pears (1 variety per plate) Anjou, Bartlett, Bosc, Clapps Favourite, A.O.V. - named |
611. | Plate of 5 Peaches (1 variety per plate) Elberta, Jubilee, Red Haven, Sun Haven, Valiant, A.O.V. - named |
612. | Pint Basket – any other fruit, named (1 variety per pint basket) Ex. Strawberries,Thimble Berries,Blueberries,Elderberries,Tawberries,Currants, A.O.V - named |
Most Points in Section 700 Prizes: 1st: $20 Gift Certificate, 2nd: $15 Gift Certificate, 3rd: $10 Gift Certificate |
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Plates:
Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2
| 701. 5 Table Beets - long | 724. 5 Largest Onions |
| 702. 5 Table Beets - round | 725. 5 Green Sweet Peppers |
| 703. 10 Table Beans | 726. 5 Hot Peppers |
| 704. 2 Heads of Broccoli | 727. 5 Red Sweet Peppers |
| 705. 1 Head of Red Cabbage | 728. Collection of Peppers- 2 of each |
| 706. 1 Head of White Cabbage | 729. 2 Parsnips |
| 707. 1 Head of Cauliflower | 730. 2 Pie Pumpkins |
| 708. 5 Table Carrots | 731. 2 Buttercup Squash |
| 709. 3 Table Cucumbers | 732. 2 Butternut Squash |
| 710. 12 Gherkins | 733. 1 Green Hubbard Squash |
| 711. 2 Eggplants | 734. 1 Yellow or Blue Hubbard Squash |
| 712. Display of Fresh Garden Herbs | 735. 2 Pepper Squash |
| 713. Display of Dried Garden Herbs | 736. 2 Zucchini |
| 714. 5 Garlic | 737. 5 Paste Tomatoes |
| 715. 3 Kohlrabi | 738. 5 Red Tomatoes |
| 716. 5 Leeks | 739. 5 Yellow Tomatoes - not fruit |
| 717. 1 Muskmelon- any variety | 740. 5 Largest Red Tomatoes |
| 718. 1 Watermelon- any variety | 741. 5 Largest Green Tomatoes |
| 719. 1 Citron | 742. Collection of 4 Different Coloured Tomatoes - not fruit |
| 720. 5 Large Onions - red | 743. Collection of Fruit Tomatoes- 3 of each |
| 721. 5 Large Onions- white (not Spanish) | 744. 2 Table Turnips |
| 722. 5 Large Onions- yellow (not Spanish) | 745. 5 Small Vegetables - 1 variety |
| 723. 5 Spanish Onions | |
Big Vegetables:
1st prize sponsored by Bayfield Garden Club
Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2
746. | Biggest Beet (heaviest) |
747. | Biggest Carrot With Full Root (longest) |
748. | Tallest Corn Stalk (no roots) |
749. | Biggest Onion (circumference) |
750. | Biggest Potato (heaviest) |
751. | Biggest Pumpkin/squash (circumference) |
752. | Biggest Sunflower Head (diameter) |
753. | Tallest Sunflower (no root) |
754. | Biggest Tomato (heaviest) |
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Most Points in Big Vegetables Prize: $15 |
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Specials:
Exhibitors may enter EITHER 755 or 756
755. | Special: Collection of Vegetables in Basket Display a minimum of 7 varieties of vegetables, staged in a basket. Each vegetable must be named. Prizes: 1st: 15.00 Gift Certificate, 2nd: $13 Gift Certificate, 3rd: $10, 4th: $8 |
756. | Special: Collection of Vegetables Grown Without Synthetic Fertilizers and Sprays Display a minimum of 5 varieties (with a minimum of 10 vegetables) staged on a tray or basket. Prizes: 1st: $15 Gift Card, 2nd: $13.00 Gift Card, 3rd: $10 Gift Card, 4th: $8 Gift Cards will be sent electronically. |
Corn:
Leave husk on sweet corn except for a 2 in/5 cm strip lengthways exposing kernels.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
| 757. 3 Ears Hybrid Sweet | 758. 3 Ears Indian |
Potatoes:
Twelve (12) potatoes shown in a basket (except 763). Potatoes should be brushed clean with no skin damage, free from greening or damage, and unwashed.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
| 759. Any variety, early, named | 762. Yellow - any variety named if possible |
| 760. Red - any variety | 763. Sweet Potato ( 5 on a plate or platter) |
| 761. White - any variety named if possible | |
Special:
764. | Best Quad of Baking Potatoes - 4 shown on a plate Judging - must be grown by each exhibitor with name of variety on tag. Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $15, 4th: $5, 5th: $5 |
765. | Vegetable Farmscape depicting theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" Judging - Creativity, number of vegetables used and depiction of theme Prizes: 1st: $20.00 gift certificate, 2nd: $15.00 gift certificate |
Field Crops:
Note: 801-808 may be this year's or last year's crop to be shown in 1 quart jars with 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 - slice in a cardboard box 6"/15 cm |
810. | Second Cut Hay - in a cardboard box 6"/10cm |
811. | Haylage - sample in bushel basket |
812. | Sheaf of Wheat – bound, freestanding (not necessarily grown by exhibitor) |
813. | Sheaf of Oats – bound, freestanding (not necessarily grown by exhibitor) |
814. | Silage - sample in a bushel basket (last year's crop) |
Specials:
1st prize sponsored by Hill & Hill Seeds
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
815. | 6 Ears Dent Corn |
816. | 6 Tallest Field Corn Stalks (cut at ground level, no roots) |
(NEW) Ontario Agriculture Association Society (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://www.oaasfairs.com/convention/district-and-provincial-competition-rules
Maple Syrup
- Each entry should be exhibited in a 250 ml curved Kent style glass bottles (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.
- Note: any maple syrup entry containing any 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:
- 30 Density
- 30 Flavour
- 25 Colour
- 15 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. Note: any entry containing any form of foreign material will be disqualified from the competition.
- Exhibitor must be a beekeeper showing honey from floral sources in their apiaries. It 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 |
Flower Arrangements:
Arrangements may be in clear coloured or heritage vases.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1
901. | Small arrangement in basic tractor colours Not to exceed 6"/15 cm |
902. | Arrangement of garden flowers for a party, with at least 1 candle. |
903. | Arrangement of wildflowers, dried flowers & grasses. Not to exceed 12"/30 cm. |
904. | From the Grain Field - arrangement including a field crop. Not to exceed 9"/22.5 cm |
905. | Flower Arrangement in a cow creamer Not to exceed 6"/15 cm |
906. | A Goat's Salad - arrangement of flowering weeds & shrubs. Ex. Thistle, Dandelion, Dogwood etc. |
907. | A small flower bouquet in a mini barnyard container |
908. | A Squirrel's Haven - an arrangement using flowers, cones, nuts. |
909. | A miniature arrangement of wild flowers in a thimble. |
Roses:
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1
910. | Miniature Rose Bouquet |
911. | One Yellow or White Rose - Displayed with own foliage |
912. | Rose Display and 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 - 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. | Collection of Cacti/succulents in 1 container |
923. | Collection of Ferns in 1 container |
924. | Fuchsia in a hanging pot |
925. | Orchid |
926. | Spider Plant in a hanging pot |
927. | Window Box Display in yellow |
928. | Patio Planter |
929. | Begonia - tuberous |
930. | Potted Hosta |
931. | African Violet - single or double |
Cut Flowers:
May be displayed in clear, coloured or heritage vases or jars.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1
932. | Asters - Variety |
933. | Calendulas - Variety |
934. | Chrysanthemums - Variety |
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. | Gladiolus - Variety (not Less Than Six) |
941. | Gladiolus - One Spike - Pink, Rose, Salmon or Red |
942. | Gladiolus - One Spike - Lavender, Mauve, Purple or Blue |
943. | Hydrangea -Variety |
944. | Lavatera - Variety |
945. | Marigolds - African - Five Blooms - Larger than 2"/6cm |
946. | Marigolds - French - Five Blooms - Smaller than 2"/6 cm |
947. | Nasturtiums - Variety |
948. | Pansies -Variety |
949. | Petunias - Single - Five Blooms with Own Foliage |
950. | Petunias -Double- Five Blooms with Own Foliage |
951. | Phlox - Variety |
952. | Salvia - Variety |
953. | Snapdragons -Five Blooms |
954. | Sunflowers - Variety |
955. | Rose of Sharon |
956. | Verbena - Variety |
957. | Zinnia - Pompom |
958. | Zinnia - Variety |
959. | Large Bouquet - Cut Flowers |
Specials:
Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5
960. | Helen Turner Special Most colourful arrangement using a combination of garden and roadside flowers |
961. | Memories of Emma Collection of 5 or more small flowering plants in a farm implement container |
962. | Bayfield Garden Club Special Wicker market basket, or eleven qt wooden basket planted with six blooming annuals. |
Quilting & Patchwork - Hand Quilted:
Prizes: 1st: $12.00, 2nd: $7.50, 3rd: $5.50
1101. | Quilt - pieced |
1102. | Quilt - whole cloth |
1103. | Quilt - appliqued |
1104. | Quilt - assembled and quilted by several people |
1105. | Quilt - using handcrafted embellishments (embroidery, colouring, painting etc.) |
1106. | Crib quilt, pieced (min 30" by 40") |
1107. | Quilted sofa throw |
Quiilting & Patchwork - Machine Quilted:
Prizes: 1st: $12.00, 2nd: $7.50, 3rd: $5.50
1108. | Quilt - double or larger |
1109. | Quilt - for single bed |
1110. | Quilt - blocks from panels |
1111. | Quilt - using any technique, made & machine quilted by exhibitor |
1112. | Quilt - any technique, made by exhibitor, long arm quilted by self or other (identify contributors) |
1113. | Quilted sofa throw |
1114. | Crib quilt, pieced |
1115. | Quilt -ragged design |
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Special - Best Quilt in Show Prize: $25 |
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Quilted Articles::
Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00
1116. | Quilted tote bag exhibiting fair theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
1117. | Quilted placemats (2) |
1118. | Quilted table runner |
1119. | Quilted landscape hanging |
1120. | Quilted mug rug |
1121. | Mini quilt - max 60"/150 cm perimeter |
1122. | Wheelchair sized 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. | Child's pyjamas |
1127. | Infant/Toddler Sleep Sack |
1128. | Bib Apron |
1129. | Half Apron |
1130. | Child's Apron - exhibiting theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
1131. | Tea Cosy |
1132. | Casserole Carrier |
1133. | Microwave dish and bowl potholder |
1134. | Felted (shrunk wool) article |
1135. | Felting (needle punched) article |
1136. | Felt appliqued article |
1137. | Child's pillow case |
1138. | Reusable market bag |
1139. | Pillow from a panel |
1140. | Pillow case with traditional embroidery |
1141. | Counted cross stitch picture |
1142. | Counted cross stitch article |
1143. | Needlepoint article |
1144. | Fabric purse |
1145. | Embellished vest |
1146. | Embellished sweatshirt |
1147. | Pin cushion |
1148. | Thread catcher |
1149. | Scissor holder |
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Knitting:
Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00
1150. | Woman's pullover sweater |
1151. | Woman's cardigan |
1152. | Child's pullover sweater |
1153. | Child's cardigan |
1154. | Baby set (minimum of 2 pieces, in plastic zip bag) |
1155. | Socks from self striping yarn |
1156. | Socks lace knit pattern |
1157. | Socks heavy duty work style |
1158. | Fingerless gloves |
1159. | Shawl |
1160. | Baby blanket |
1161. | Cowl neck warmer |
1162. | Tea cozy |
1163. | Adult toque |
1164. | Child's toque |
1165. | Adult slippers |
1166. | Child's slippers |
1167. | Stuffed Toy |
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Crocheting:
Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00
1168. | Lap warmer (lap-ghan) |
1169. | Granny square pillow |
1170. | Granny square garment |
1171. | Baby shawl (max 36"/91 cm x 36"/91 cm) |
1172. | Baby sweater |
1173. | Baby dress from one colour yarn |
1174. | Child's vest |
1175. | Tablecloth lunch table size |
1176. | Table runner |
1177. | Table doily for centre circle |
Crafts: Any Media:
Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00
1178. | Charm square tote bag |
1179. | Charm square lap warmer |
1180. | Charm square pillow cover |
1181. | Decorated photo frame |
1182. | Tote bag for groceries |
1183. | Tote bag for crafters |
1184. | Tote bag for new Mom |
1185. | Christmas Apron |
1186. | Christmas Stocking |
1187. | Christmas Placemats |
1188. | Christmas Table Runner |
1189. | Christmas Wall Hanging |
Recycle Challenge:
Something useful from something discarded
Prizes: 1st: $6.00, 2nd: $4.50, 3rd: $3.00
1190. | Article from a pillowcase |
1191. | Article from old jeans |
1192. | Article from tin cans |
1193. | Article from old china cup |
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 (e.g. bowl, plate, candle stick) |
Woodworking:
1204. | A bird house or feeder (for practical use) |
1205. | A bird house or feeder (for decorative purposes) |
1206. | A wooden picture frame |
1207. | A sign |
1208. | Something made from reclaimed wood - no paint, stain or varnish |
1209. | A child's tray |
1210. | A serving tray or cutting board |
1211. | A plant stand |
1212. | A wooden game |
1213. | An article made from driftwood |
1214. | Conceptual or decorative article |
1215. | Garden/lawn ornament |
1216. | Open |
We Know It's Not Wood; It's Metal:
1217. | A welded garden ornament, less than 36"/1m high |
Pictorial:
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1301. | Flower Garden in full bloom |
1302. | Apiary or honey gathering |
1303. | Reflections and Patterns (non digital) |
1304. | On The Farm |
1305. | Building or barn structure in Bayfield community |
Human Interest:
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1306. | Local Community Event |
1307. | People participating in farm activities |
1308. | Baby Picture |
1309. | Children helping on the farm |
1310. | Comedy |
1311. | Family Activity |
Photo Essay:
Photo essays to be arranged & mounted on a quarter sheet of bristol board with strong double sided tape. (4 pictures)
Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3
1312. | Four Seasons of gardens on the farm |
1313. | Local Farm photos using the fair theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
1314. | 4 Stages of A Child |
1315. | Close up of 4 different flowers |
1316. | Fair Activities which also includes the parade |
By Teens (ages 13-16 inclusive):
1317. | Teens: Any Subject using the theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" 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 |
Bayfield Garden Club Photography Contest:
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1321. | "Garden Tool" Capture your favourite garden tool in the garden. |
1322. | 'Bird's Eye View" Picture of flora or fauna from a bird's perspective |
1323. | "Rain's Refreshing Effects" Evidence of rain in your garden or woodlot. |
1324. | 'Results of A Season's Efforts' A display of your vegetables, fruit, and/or flowers. |
1325. | Any subject from theme: "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
Creative Effects:
1326. | Any Picture Using Creative Effects on A Digital Camera, Eg Vivid Colours or Fish Eye Effect Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
Junior Division:
(Youth up to age 15 years as of December 31, 2023)
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 |
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. |
All Media (Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, Multimedia):
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5
1401. | Field or Garden Landscape |
1402. | Any subject using theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
1403. | Still Life |
1404. | Flower(s) |
1405. | Portraits |
1406. | Your choice of subject —outdoors |
1407. | Teens (ages 13 to 16 Inclusive) Any subject using the theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
1408. | Young Adults (ages 17 to 19 Inclusive) Any subject using the theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
Watercolour:
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5
1409. | Field or Garden Landscape |
1410. | Any subject using theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023" |
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 this year's theme "A Tractor Life for Me in 2023":
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. | Sculptures with This year's Theme Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 |
Prizes: 1st: $3.00, 2nd: $2.25, 3rd: $1.50, others: $0.50
Age - Up to 6 Years:
1501. | Use crayons and paper to create a colourful placement using the theme |
1502. | Use playdough/other modeling dough to make a tractor Display on a paper plate. |
1503. | Paint a tractor on a paper plate |
1504. | Display and label a shell collection, or dried, pressed wildflower collection No fewer than six examples, no more than 12 |
1505. | Print "Tractor" on paper and decorate with materials of your choice |
Age - 7-8 Years:
1506. | Draw a tractor on an 8.5 x 11 in piece of paper |
1507. | Make a tractor using Lego |
1508. | Paint a tractor in a field |
1509. | Draw a sign for a mailbox with a tractor used on a farm. |
1510. | Paint a flower pot with a farm scene Decorate with materials of your choice |
Age - 9-10 Years:
1511. | Create a drive shed to keep a tractor inside |
1512. | Make granola using honey. Display in a Ziploc bag. Use your own recipe (attach to the bag), or the one following. |
Metric Crispy Granola Recipe
| 1000 ml rolled oats | 50 ml liquid honey |
| 250 ml wheat germ | 125 ml cooking oil |
| 125 ml sunflower seeds (unsalted) | 5 ml vanilla |
| 125 ml sesame seeds | 2 ml salt |
| 250 ml shredded coconut | 125 ml raisins |
| 50 ml brown sugar | |
Preheat over to 150 degrees C (300 degrees F).
Mix together rolled oats, wheat germ, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and coconut in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, honey, cooking oil, vanilla and salt.
Add the honey mixture to the dry ingredients and blend thoroughly.
Spread mixture in a large, shallow baking pan.
Bake for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven.
Add raisins and cool. Store in an airtight containter.
**Recipe from 4-H Essential Edibles member's pamphlet
1513. | Design an advertisement for tractor competitions. Magazine or other photos encouraged. |
1514. | Using recycled materials, build a sculpture relating to theme. E.g. imaginary bee Decorate with materials of your choice |
1515. | Write or print by hand, 5 jobs that tractors perform. |
Age - 11-12 Years:
1516. | Cover 5 sides of a facial tissue box with magazine pictures (collage) Express the fair theme |
1517. | Design a farm field with tractors at work Use magazines, glue, pencil crayons or other materials on paper |
1518. | Draw or paint 3 different coloured tractors |
1519. | Carve a bar of soap into a tractor |
1520. | Write an invitation to "Breakfast on the Farm" This could be in the form of a card, garden sign or poster. |
Culinary Arts:
1521. | Up to 7 years old - Decorate a cupcake with a tractor sign on a toothpick. Display on a paper plate |
1522. | Ages 8-12 years - Decorate a cake cut into a tractor shape Display on a paper plate. |
Gardening - Vegetables & Flowers:
1523. | Up to 6 years old - Create a tractor using vegetables on a paper plate |
1524. | Up to 6 years old - Display three flowers floating in a dish or bowl |
1525. | Ages 7-8 years - Make a tractor using vegetables Display on a pie plate. |
1526. | Ages 7-8 years - Create an arrangement of wildflowers. Displayed in a container of your choice. |
1527. | Ages 9-10 years - Use veggies to make a tractor |
1528. | Ages 9-10 years - Display a collection of three things from nature. E.g. bird feather, dried flowers, etc. |
1529. | Ages 11-12 years - Decorate a wreath inspired by the fair's theme |
1530. | Ages 11-12 years - Create a table centrepiece using materials to reflect the fair's theme |
Construction:
1531. | Up to 6 years old - Build a silo using glue and any materials. |
1532. | Ages 7-8 years - Make a suet ball that could be hung at a bird feeder for wild birds in winter. |
1533. | Ages 9-10 years - Make a wreath from a clothes hanger and decorate for the fair's theme. |
1534. | Ages 11-12 - Build a barn out of wood and decorate. Assistance is allowed. |
Vegetables:
All youth aged 12 and under. Display on a paper plate. See adult vegetable section for judging standards.
| 1535. 3 Table Beets | 1540. Weirdest Shaped Potato |
| 1536. 3 Table Carrots | 1541. Longest Bean |
| 1537. 3 Red Tomatoes | 1542. Biggest Sunflower Head |
| 1538. 3 Green Tomatoes | 1543. Smallest Sunflower Head |
| 1539. Biggest Zucchini | 1544. Most Unusual Vegetable |
Specials - Bayfield Community Fair Posters:
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
| 1545. Junior Fair Poster - Kindergarten to Grade 4 | 1547. Senior Fair Poster -Grade 9 - Grade 12 |
| 1546. Intermediate Fair Poster -Grade 5 to Grade 8 | |
Bayfield Community Fair Posters
Design a hand drawn poster to promote the Bayfield Community Fair using next year's theme.
"Farms, Food & Family"
The name of the fair and the date must be on the poster. (August 16-18, 2024)
- Size: Minimum 22 cm by 28 cm to a maximum of 28 cm by 44 cm (without borders)
- Mounting: on bristol board showing a 5.5 cm border on all sides.
- Judging Standards:
- Overall Appearance - 50 points
- Hand Drawn - 35 points
- OAAS criteria (size, material, theme) - 15 points
The winning poster will be entered at the District AGM and may be retained for advertising purposes.
Specials - 2022 Planter:
1548. | 12 years and under - Planter Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5 |
1549. | Ages 13 -16 - Planter Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 |
- The planter should display at least two different flowers of any colour.
- You may include accessories that complement the fair theme "Blossoms, Butterflies and Bees".
Prizes donated in memory of Emma Vander Wouden
