1. All entries must be pre-registered by July 30th, 2010. Only forms sent by mail or email will be accepted. No copies or faxes.

2. All livestock entries must meet the requirements of the State of Maryland Animal Health Department and be accompanied by approved Health Papers at the time of registration. Dairy and Beef entries will be limited to 4 animals per exhibitor.

3. All animals must be the bonafide property of the exhibitor. All 4-H exhibitors must be registered by June 1, 2010 with the 4-H Educator in their County. All 4-H exhibit animals shall be tagged and registered in accordance with the"Maryland 4-H Animal Ownership Deadlines." Dairy and Beef entries will be limited to 4 animals per exhibitor.

4. Entries shall be limited to Open Youth ages 8 - 18 and 4-H youth ages 8 to 18 from Worcester, Wicomico, and Somerset County 4-H Clubs. There will be separate classes for Youth and 4-H.

5. Weigh-in and registration will be from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 12th, 2009. All animals must be checked in, weighed (market classes), and secured in pens with proper bedding, feed and water by 10:00 p.m. All exhibitors shall attend a barn meeting at 8:30 p.m. on August 12th, 2010 after registration. The Livestock Barn shall be in Order when the Fair Opens Friday, August 13th, 2010. Livestock may not be removed until 4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 15th, 2010.

6. Exhibitors are responsible for the care of their animals. Pens, Stalls and Animals shall be kept presentable at all times. The exhibitor is responsible for providing all needed equipment to care for the animals and to keep the Barn in order. Aisles should be kept clear to allow the public to move through the exhibit without risk. No washing will be allowed outside of designated areas.

7. All animals must be exhibited by their owner/exhibitor, except in classes where 2 animals must be shown in the same class. In this case, the other animal must be shown by a properly attired youth or 4-Her.

8. Proper Fitting and Showing attire is required for all classes and shall be according to the guidelines in the Maryland State Fair Book. No open-toed shoes will be allowed. Work type boots are recommended.

9. All Market Classes will be broken down based on weight at weigh-in at the Fair at the discretion of the Livestock Superintendent. Please pre-register entries based on estimated weight at the time of the Fair. Entries not reaching minimum weight at the Fair may be entered in a separate class at the discretion of the Livestock Superintendent, but may not compete for Grand or Reserve Champion Market Animal.

10. Ages of all animals for entry into classes shall be the age of that animal on July 1 of the current year unless otherwise stated.

11. In the event that there is only one entry in the class, the placing of the entry shall depend upon the merit of the entry and the award made at the discretion of the Judge.

12. All Exhibitors, Parents, and persons working with the exhibits or the exhibitors are expected to demonstrate courtesy and respect toward the livestock, other exhibitors, any persons working in the livestock area and the public. Anyone having inappropriate behavior may be disqualified and asked to leave the Fair. No drugs, Alcoholic Beverages, or disrespectful language will be tolerated.

13. All exhibitors are expected to fit their animals. Assistance from other 4-Her's is permitted and 4-Her's are encouraged to offer assistance to one another. Parents or leaders may assist novice show persons. Guidance is permitted for Junior exhibitors, but the exhibitors are expected to do the work themselves. Senior exhibitors are not permitted to receive assistance in fitting animals. Parents/Leaders may help move animals.

14. Overnight stay at the Fair shall be limited to those youth with Goats, Sheep, Swine, Beef, and/or Dairy Exhibits. Exhibitors wishing to stay at the Fair overnight must be accompanied by a parent or approved adult supervisor (written permission must be given to the Livestock Superintendent). All youth staying overnight will not be permitted to leave the Fair after Fair Hours.

15. All livestock and dairy exhibitors will be expected to help with set-up on Wednesday, August 11th, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. All exhibitors will also be expected to help with breakdown and cleanup on Sunday, August 15th, 2010.

16. Every effort will be made to protect the entries while at the Fair. However, the Worcester County 4-H / FFA Fair disclaims any responsibility for loss or damage to property or persons.

17. All rules are subject to the final interpretation by the Livestock Superintendent. Any rule interpretation or change made by the Livestock Superintendent shall reflect the best interest of the Worcester County 4-H / FFA Fair and the youth involved.

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