Van Buren Youth Fair

1 1 Van Buren Youth fair Hartford, Michigan General Admission Season Pass Adult - $ Adult - $ Sr. Citizen - $ (ages 60 & over) Sr. Citizen - $ (Age 60 & Over) Children - $ (Age 6 thru 12) Children - $ (Age 6 thru 12) 5 and under FREE 5 and under FREE 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Monsanto Fund fair Boards President s Governor s Director s fair Officers and Code of Emergency Services, Premium fair Book Cover Contest Entry Award Sponsor fair Membership Michigan Horsepulling Boat Campground Skerbeck Talent NTPA Tractor Michigan Monster Truck SJO Super Pedal Tractor Frog Jump & Turtle Super Kicker Unique Motor Sports Demolition 2017 Outstanding 4-H Differently Abled Judging Exhibitor Livestock Exhibit Livestock Project Biosecurity for Livestock Contest & Special 2016 Livestock Auction Small Animal Exhibit Small Animal Showmanship Dept.

2 2 fair Event & 46 2016 Small Animal Auction Carcass Dept. 4 Dept. 6 Dept. 8 Dept. 10 Dept. 12 Dept. 14 Dept. 14 Pocket Dept. 16 - Horse & Dept. 17 Adult Draft Dept. 18 Youth Draft Dept. 22 Dept. 22 Dept. 60 Dept. 61 Culinary Dept. 62 Fine Dept. 63 Folk Dept. 64 Dept. 67 Dept. 68 Dept. 69 Dept. 70 Natural Dept. 71 Dept. 72 Dept. 73 Dept. 90 Youth Dept. 100 Lightweight Horse Dept. 102 Pony Dept. 103 Farm Stock Tractor fair Award 3 Van Buren County farmer, Charles Dorr of Lawrence, has won the opportunity to direct a $2,500 donation from the America s Farmers Grow Communities program, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, to the Van Buren Youth fair . Mr. Dorr served as a director on the Van Buren Youth fair Board Association for 15 years. The Grow Communities program s purpose is to make a positive impact in farm communities by partnering with farmers to support the causes that are important to them in their communities.

3 Each year, farmers enter for a chance to win a $2,500 donation that they direct to a local non-profit. The Van Buren Youth fair , which is celebrating its 61st anniversary this year, will use the funds to help cover the costs associated with Kid s Day, which will be held on Wednesday, July 19, during the fair s week-long run, July 17-22. Other Wednesday activities include the Science Blast, designed for Youth participation, as well as bike give-aways. We appreciate Mr. Dorr s generosity in thinking of the fair , said Van Buren Youth fair Board President Janet Tripp. The Van Buren Youth fair Board Association is proud of this fair , our exhibitors, volunteers and sponsors, said Tripp. For more information on America s Farmers Grow Communities and the Monsanto Fund visit and THANK YOU**THANK YOU**THANK YOU**THANK YOU**THANK YOU**THANK YOU**THANK YOU**THANK YOU Thank You!! Thank You!! 4 VAN Buren Youth fair ASSOCIATION THE fair WITH A FUTURE PO BOX 271 HARTFORD, MI 49057 269-621-2038 WELCOME TO THE 62nd ANNUAL VAN Buren Youth fair 2017!

4 What a great year to visit the 62nd Annual Van Buren Youth fair in beautiful Hartford, Michigan. There is so much to see and do from ferris wheel rides to animal judging to cotton candy and new to our natural hillside grandstand this year will be Monster Trucks! Come out and take in all the exhibits and exhibitors, ride the rides, experience Ladies or Veterans days or the animal auctions or maybe the grandstand shows. This year we will be giving away even more bicycles on Kids Day. I would like to thank our many parents, volunteers, leaders, 4-H development Extension Educator and the Board of Directors that all work together to make this fair happen every year. What an extraordinary group of people I get to work with. The Board of Directors would like to give special thanks to the Sheriff s Department Mounted Division, Sheriff s Department Reserves, 4-H Leaders Association and all the subcommittees of the fair . We also would like to thank all those who donate towards our trophies, ribbons and banners for the exhibitors.

5 I encourage you and your extended family of all ages to come to our fair . We have tractor pulls and horse pulls, pony rides and children of all ages showing their projects to entertain you. A rodeo followed by fireworks or demolition derby in the grandstand are sure to excite all. Come out and join us for a real county fair . We can t wait to see you there July 17-22, 2017. Warm Regards, Janet Tripp, President VAN Buren Youth fair ASSOCIATION 5 Dear Friends: Welcome to the 2017 fair season, a family-centric entertainment staple which pays homage to our rich agricultural heritage. Millions of Michiganders and tourists attend county fairs every year, an annual family tradition for many of us. The smell of fresh popcorn, the sound of the tilt-a-whirl buzzing and the farm animals are there, all to make your fair experience fantastic. I am proud of Michigan s 4-H program and the tremendous accomplishments of our FFA peers. Thanks to Michigan s local and county fairs, Michigan Youth have the opportunity to showcase their hard work while educating fairgoers about the state s food and agriculture industry.

6 Careers in food and agriculture are limitless everything from veterinarians, soil scientists, and microbiologists to metrologists, food scientists, engineers, and more. Our county fairs are full of local charm and agricultural traditions. This year, be sure to make visiting one of Michigan s local or county fairs part of your summer family vacation plans. Sincerely, Rick Snyder Governor 6 RICK SNYDER GOVERNOR STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT JAMIE CLOVER ADAMS DIRECTOR Dear Friends, On behalf of Michigan s fair industry, welcome to the 2017 county fair season! Millions of people attend Michigan s county fairs each year, and this year s fair season promises to provide the sights, sounds and activities that have become an annual tradition for many of us. Michigan fairs are an important part of our state s growing food and agriculture industry, helping to maintain a much-needed connection to rural traditions while highlighting modern agriculture practices.

7 Our state s nearly 90 local, county and state fairs provide safe, family-friendly entertainment and celebrate the bounty of our agricultural harvest. Fairgoers support the nearly 50,000 Michigan Youth who participate in livestock and community arts exhibitions each year. Many local businesses and families also support the efforts of our young exhibitors efforts through Youth livestock auctions held at each of our county fairs. Many of our exhibitors use the auction proceeds to help fund their continued education. Whether you are here as a sponsor or exhibitor, or simply to enjoy the livestock shows, food, midway rides, and entertainment awaiting you at the fair , I wish you great adventures during the 2017 fair season. Regards, Jamie Clover Adams Director CONSTITUTION HALL BOX 30017 LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909 (517) 373-1104 (800) 292-3939 fair OFFICERS & COMMITTEES fair Office Phone: (269) 621-2038 President: Janet Tripp, Phone (269) 637-2639 Vice President: Stephanie Zabavski, Phone (269) 720-0192 Secretary: Iris Swift, Phone (269) 268-8549 Treasurer: Brian Rumsey, (269) 998-3306 Livestock Steve Serdel Brian Rumsey Iris Swift Inside Commercial Exhibits Paul Garrod Stephanie Zabavski Outside Commercial Exhibits Melva DeVries Ken Tomsa, Sr.

8 Building & Grounds Norm Popp Steve Serdel Ken Tomsa, Sr. Premium Book Iris Swift Stephanie Zabavski Advertising Paul Garrod Ken Tomsa, Sr. Iris Swift Entertainment Paul Garrod Ken Tomsa, Sr. Janet Tripp Small Animals Melva DeVries Debbie Glover Horses & Draft Horses Debbie Glover Ken Tomsa, Jr. Iris Swift - Janet Tripp Electrical Steve Serdel Ken Tomsa, Sr. Track & Stage Norm Popp Steve Serdel Ken Tomsa, Sr. 4-H Camping Ken Tomsa, Sr. Ken Tomsa, Jr. Commercial Camping Ken Tomsa, Sr. Melva DeVries Tickets & Gates Debbie Glover Sharon Harrell - Janet Tripp Computer Operations Stephanie Zabavski Iris Swift Brian Rumsey Security Janet Tripp Sharon Harrell - Ken Tomsa, Sr. Capt. Dan Abbott Capt. Raven Reed 4-H Youth Development Extension Educator Janice Zerbe DOMESTIC ANIMAL COMMITEE 2017 LARGE LIVESTOCK COMMITTEE 2017 President Connie Johnston Chairman Gary Consford Vice-President Nancy Wheatley Co-Chairman Gary Dean Secretary Denise Noble Secretary Colleen Overacker Treasurer Colleen Overacker Treasurer Deanna Fritz SMALL MARKET ANIMAL COMMITTEE 2017 VAN Buren DRAFT HORSE CLUB 2017 President Colleen Burke President Tina Streeter Vice-President Miranda Sheppard Vice-President Rhonda Kling Secretary Mary Darling Secretary Sheila LaBeau Treasurer Kristie Bird Treasurer Margie Godines VAN Buren 4-H HORSE COUNCIL 2017 VAN Buren 4-H LEADERS ASSOC 2017 President Wendy Fisher President Gary Consford Vice-President Terri Tripp-Novotny Vice-President Amy Mortimore Secretary Nancy Wheatley Secretary Mary Darling Treasurer Ken Tomsa, Sr.

9 Treasurer Carisa Sweet HORSE SHOW COMMITTEE Connie Johnston Jimmy Hollis Laura Roe Melva Thayer Trisha Kloha 7 8 VAN Buren Youth fair HARTFORD, MI CODE OF CONDUCT 2010 Anyone attending the Van Buren Youth fair either as an exhibitor, parent, spectator, superintendent/asst. superintendent, judge or fair official must conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the following IAFE National Code of Show Ring Ethics and the Van Buren Youth fair code listed below. These codes of conduct are not limited to the show ring, but are applicable to all departments, activities and events associated with the Van Buren Youth fair . Physical, Sexual or Verbal Harassment will not be tolerated. Consequences to violating this code of conduct may include, but are not limited to: Verbal warning documented.

10 Written warning with acknowledgement of receipt. Removal from Fairgrounds. Suspension, reduction and/or loss of premiums. Suspension, reduction and/or loss of auction proceeds. Loss of future show privileges. Notification to local fairs as to disciplinary actions taken. IAFE (INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS AND EXPOSITIONS) CODE OF SHOW RING ETHICS Exhibitors of animals at livestock shows shall at all times deport themselves with honesty and good sportsmanship. Their conduct in this competitive environment shall always reflect the highest standards of honor and dignity to promote the advancement of agricultural education. This code applies to junior as well as open class exhibitors who compete in structured classes of competition. This code applies to all livestock offered in any event at a livestock show. In addition to the IAFE Code of Show Ring Ethics, fairs and livestock shows may have rules and regulations which they impose on the local, county, state, provincial and national levels.