Catron County Fair - Celebrating the youth of Catron County for over 50 years!
DIVISION VII FIBER ARTS
Superintendent Thelma McCarty
Hand spinning may be done on hand spindles, flyer wheels, or great wheels. 
 Only 25 yard skeins will be accepted.  Size will be determined by wrapping
 the yarn around a ruler for two inches and dividing by 2 to get the "ends per
inch".  Any yarn showing moth damage will be disqualified and removed from
the exhibit.
CLASS 7000 SINGLES                               CLASS 7100 TWO PLY
100% WOOL HANDSPUN                             7101 Fine (40 or more ends
A.  Fine (40 or more ends per inch)                           per inch)
B. Medium (20 - 40 ends per inch)                    7102 Medium (20 - 40 ends
C. Heavy (11 - 20 ends per inch)                                per inch)
CLASS 7200 THREE OR                                 7103 Heavy (11 - 20 ends
          FOUR PLY                                                         per inch)
7204 3 Ply Crewel Embroidery                     CLASS 7300 NOVELTIES
7205 Ply Needle Point                                         7301 Fine (40 or more 
7206 Ply Knitting or Weaving                                     ends per inch)
           (Heavy Only)                                             7302 Medium (20- 40
CLASS 7310 WEAVING                                           ends per inch)
(w/HAND SPUN YARN)                                7303 Heavy (11-20 ends
7311 Belts                                                                        per inch)
7312 Purses                                                           7304 Extra Heavy (Less   
7313 Rugs                                                                    than 11 ends per inch)
7314 Wall Hanging                                          
7315 Any Other                                                        
 CLASS 7400 SPECIAL PROJECTS 
7401 Spun for A Special Project (Must include a 3" x 5" Swatch of Yarn, Either Knitted or Woven)
CLASS 7500
Classes in the following divisions will be the same as in the Wool Division if there is enough entries.
HANDSPUN- SILK, LINEN OR RAMIE or FIBER BLEND
CLASS 7501 HAND FELTED WOOL
A. Flat Felted   B. Three Diminsionsl   C. Garments made from hand felted wool
CLASS 7502 WEAVING
A.  Wall Hanging   B.  Rugs   C. Garments made from hand woven fabric
D.  Household Items   E.  Any Other
CLASS 7503 EXOTIC FIBER HANDSPUN
A.   Alpaca   B. Angora Rabbit   C.  Cashmere    D. Camel    E, Dog Hair   F. Llama   G.  Mohair   H.   Musk Ox   I.   Yak
CLASS 7600 VEGETABLE DYING (Either knitted or Woven)
7601 Brazilwood
7602 Chamisa (Rabbit Brush)
7603 Cochineal
7604 Coreopsis
7605 Indigo
7606 Logwood (List Mordani, Alum, Chrome, Tin, Copper,Iron)
7607 Madder
7608 Native Plants (List by Species)
7609 Onion Skins
7610 Walnut
CLASS 7700 CHEMICAL DYING
7701 Acid Dyes
7702 Other
CLASS 7800 RESIST DYING
 
DIVISION VIII FLOWER SHOW
Superintendent:  Sharon Armijo
1.  This is an amateur show.  the public is invited to enter all classes.
2.  Cut Flower entries must be made by 8:00AM on Friday.
3.  All entries must be removed by 12:00 noon on Sunday.
4.  All entrants must register with the Classification Committee and recieve an entry card prior to displaying entries.
5.  The Flower Show Committee assumes no responsibility for loss or damages to property.
6.  Judges decisions are final.
Awards: First, Second, Third, and Honorable Mention may be given in each Class or Class Subdivision
CLASS 8100 HORTICULTURE
1.  All entries must be grown by the exhibitor and must have been in his/her possession at least 3 months.
2.  All entries should be labeled as to variety whenever possible
3.  exhibitors may enter in as many classes, as desired but we are limited to one entry in each class or sub-class as to kind, variety, and/or color
4.  Specimens must be well groomed & free of dirt, insects, and spray residue
5.  No dressings, such as polish or oils are allowed on foliage of any exhibit
6.  Self-foliage may be placed with blooms that do not bear leaves on a flower stem
7.  The plant in any class of horticulture rates better if self foliage is included
8.  exhibitors are requested to provide their own containers (Coke bottles work well)
9.  These same rules apply to Junior Class
Section A - Roses
Single Specimen
Grouped in a bouquet
Section B Annuals, Preennials, & Biannial
May be sub-devided by variety
Single Specimen (one plant, one bloom, one spray, one spike, ect.)
Grouped in a Bouquet (May be mixed or Identical Varieties)
Aster     Carnations    Delphinium    Larkspur    Phlox    Snapdragon    Baby's Breath    Daisies     Foxglove    Marigold    Pinks    Sweet Pea    Calendula    Dahlias    Hollyhock    Petunia    Poppy    Zinnias    Any Other
Section C Bulbs, Corms, Tubers, & Tuberous Roots (will be sub-divided by variety
Section D Flowering Shrubs, Trees, & Vine (will be sub-divided by variety)  Note:  Cut to show beauty, must be taller than 30 inches
Flowering Shrub
1.  Flowering Tree
2.  Flowering Vine
Section E Flowering Shrubs, Trees, & Vines (will be sub-divided by variety and size)
A.  4" and below
B.  4" to 10"
C.  10" and over
25  Flowering Plants in Bloom
26 Foliage Plant
27 Succulent or Cacti in Bloom
28 Succulent or Cacti grown for Foliage Effect
29 Terrarium
30 Planter
Section F Hanging Baskets or Macrame
A.  4" and Below
B.  4"-10"
C.  10" and over
CLASS 8200 ARTISTIC
Rules for Artistic Class
1.  Plant material for Artistic Class need not be grown by exhibitor
2.  Accessories will be permitted in all classifications, except where specified
3.  All containers must be appropriate for the arrangement
4.  A minimum of painted materials is acceptable
Section A
1. Rose Arrangements
2. Modern arrangements
3. Figurine
4. Driftwood
5. Line Arrangement
6. Abstract Arrangement
7. Traditional - Arrangement suitable for 1 Basket or 2 Table
8. Miniature - Not to exceed 5" in any direction
9. Holiday Arrangement
10 Religious Arrangements with Accessories
11 Seasonal Arrangements using dried and/or fresh material
Section B
Wildflowers
Caution:  Do not disturb roots when gathering wildflowers.  Spray cut stems immediatly with hair spray to protect flowers.
A.  Single Specimen
B.  Specimen with Greenery
C.  Open - Arrangement with any material such as: shells, pods, driftwood, weeds, bark, branches, & ect.
Class 8300 Junior
Section A Horticulture
1.  Any Garden Flower
2.  Plant Rooted in Water
3.  Potted Plent
Section B - Artistic 
Rules for Artistic Class:
1.  Plant material for Artistic Class need not be grown by exhibitor
2.  Accessories will be permitted in all classifications, except where specified
3.  All containers must be appropriate for the arrangement
4.  A minimum of painted materials is acceptable
A.  An Arrangement of All Wildflowers
B.  An Arrangement Suitable for a Teachers Desk
C. An Arrangement Using Doll Furniture
D.  Dish Arrangement
E.  Dew Drops Miniature, Not to exceed 5" in any Direction
Section C- Hanging Raskets or Macrame
A.  4" and below
B.  4" to 10"
C.  10" and over
1.  Flowering Plants in Bloom
2.  Foliage Plant
Section D- Educational & Special 
1.  Litterbug Exhibit
2.  Conservation Exhibit
DIVISION IX  HORTICULTURE
Superintendent:  Caryn Kinane-Setaro
General Rules:  Vegetables should be uniform in size, free from mold, discoloration, sprays, & dirt.  They should be fresh, with a natural color.  There will be a special display for extra-large fruits & Vegetables, but they will not be counted for points,
CLASS 9000 VEGETABLES
9001 Beans, Italian- 6 pods
9002 Beans, Pinto Dry- 6 pods (shelled)
9003 Beans, Pinto Snap- 6 pods
9004 Beans, Shelled- 8 pods
9005 Beans, Snap, Green- 6 pods
9006Beans, Snap, Yellow- 6 pods
9007 Beets- 3 roots (Tops cut-1")
9008 Broccoli- 1 Large or 2 Small Heads
9009 Cabbage, Green- 1 Head
9010 Cabbage, Purple- 1 Head
9011 Carrots- 3 roots (Tops cut- 1")
9012 Cauliflower- 1 Head
9013 Celery- 1 Bunch
9014 Celuce- 1 Bunch
9015 Chard- 1 Bunch Bulbs
9016 Corn, Sweet- 3 ears with husk
9017 Cucumber, Pickling-3 each
9018 Cucumber, Slicing-3 each, 4" minimum
9019 Eggplant- 1 Each
9020 Endive- 1 bunch
9021 Garlic- 3 each
9022 Gherkins- 3 each
9023 Globe Artichokes- 1 Tuber
9024 Jerusalem Artichokes- 1 Tuber
9025 Kale- 1 Bunch
9026 Kohlrabi-3 each
9027 Lettuce, Head- 1 Head
9028 Lettuce, Loose Leaf- 1 Head
9029 Lettuce, Romaine- 1 Head
9030 Mustard Greens- 1 Bunch
9031 Okra- 4 pods
9032 Onions, Dry, Red- 3 Bulbs
9033 Onions, Dry, White- 3 Bulbs
9034 Onions, Dry, Yellow- 3 Bulbs
9035 Onions, Green- 4 Plants
9036 Parsnips- 3 Roots
9037 Peas, Black-eyed- 6 pods
9038 Peas, Edible Pod- 6 pods
9039 Peas, English- 6 pods
9040 Pepper, Bell- 3 each
9041 Pepper, Green Chile- 3 each
9042 Pepper, Hot Wax- 3 each
9043 Pepper, Jalapeno- 3 each
9044 Pepper, Other Chile- 3 each
9045 Pepper, Red Chile- 3 each
9046 Potatoes, Red- 3 each
9047 Potatoes, Sweet- 3each
9048 Potatoes, White- 3 each
9049 Pumpkin, Large Field- 1 each
9050 Pumpkin, Pie or Sugar- 1 each
9051 Radish, Red Globe- 4 Roots
9052 Radish, White Icicle- 4 Roots
9053 Radish, Winter- 4 Roots
9054 Rhubarb- 4 Stalks
9055 Rutabagas- 3 each
9056 Salisfy- 3 Roots
9057 Squash, Summer Yellow Crook- 3 each
9058 Squash, Winter Acorn- 1 Fruit
9059 Squash, Winter Banana- 1 Fruit
9060 Squash, Winter Butternut-1 Fruit
9061 Squash, Winter Hubbard- 1 Fruit
9062 Squash, Winter Turban- 1 Fruit
9063 Squash, Scallop- 3 each
9064 Squash, Yellow, straight- 3 each
9065 Squash, Zucchini- 3 each
9066 Tomatoes- 3 each
9067 Tomatoes, Cherry- 4 Fruit
9068 Turnips- 3 Roots
9069 Greens, Collard or Spinach
CLASS 9100  FRUITS
9101 Apples, Gold Delicious- 3 each
9102 Apples, Red Delicious- 3 each
9103 Apples, Winesap- 3 each
9104 Apples, Any Other- 3 each
9105 Cantaloupe- 1 Melon
9106 Eggs, Brown- 1 Dozen
9107 Eggs, White- 1 Dozen
9108 Grapes- 3 Bunches
9109 Herbs     A. Caraway     B. Chives    C. Comfrey    D. Dill    E. Mint    F. Parsly    G. sage    H. Any Other
9110 Homemade Soap- 2 Bars
9111 Honey, Strained
9112 Honey, with Comb
9113 Honeydew- 1 Melon
9114 Muskmelon- 1 Melon
9115 Peaches- 3 each
9116 Pears- 3 each
9117 Plums- 3 each
9118 Strawberries- 8 each
9119 Watermelon- 1 Melon
CLASS 9200  HEAD OR EAR GRAIN
All exhibits should be 6 heads or more.  They should be uniform in color, size, shape, and length, with tip and butt well filled out & well matured.
9201 Corn, Indian
9202 Corn, White Dent
9203 Corn, Yellow Dent
9204 Corn, Any Other
9205 Any Other
CLASS 9300  GRAINS & SEEDS
All exhibits should be one gallon.  Considerations are:  Purity, color, uniformity, soundness, freedom from weeds, freedom from insect damage & disease.
9301 Alfalfa
9302 Barley
9303 Any Other
CLASS 9400  SHEAF GRAINS
At least 3 inches not more than 5 inches at the center, leaves stripped off.  Sheaf Grains are judged on neatness, uniformity, color, maturity & soundness
9401 Barley
9402 Oats, Red
9403 Oats, White
9404 Rye
9405 Any Other
CLASS 9500  SHEAF FORAGE
At least 3 inches not more than 6 inches at the center, leaves remain on.
9501 Alfalfa
9502 Clover
9503 Millet
9504 Sorghum, Forage
9505 Sorghum, Grass
9506 Sudan Grass, Sweet
9507 Any Other
CLASS 9600  EGGS
9601 Eggs, 1/2 Dozen
         
               
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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