ENVIRONMENTAL AND EARTH SCIENCES
Conservation, wildlife, and shooting sports gives 4-H members an opportunity to share their knowledge and field experience about conservation, wildlife, and shooting sports. All exhibits must follow all respective state and national laws relating to conservation, wildlife and shooting sports.
Rules
1. NO FIREARMS, ITEMS WITH A BLADE (broad heads, knives, saws, etc.) or related items of any other kind, may be exhibited. This applies to actual items, replicated items and item parts. Photos are a suitable substitution for actual items.
2. SHOW WHAT YOU DID AND LEARNED — All 4-H members are encouraged to show evidence of their personal field experiences, study, or observations that relate to their exhibit. This helps judges understand what the 4-H member did and learned in the process that led to the exhibit.
3. PROPER CREDIT — Show proper credit by listing sources of plans or other supporting information used in exhibits.
4. EXHIBITOR INFORMATION — The 4-H member’s name, county, and age must be on the back or bottom of all displays.
5. WILDLIFE AND WILDLIFE LAWS — “Animal” or “wildlife” in the following classes includes wild fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds or mammals. Domestic animals (i.e. domestic livestock or house pets) and insect exhibits are not appropriate for this area. 4-H members must comply with current state and federal laws. It is illegal to possess threatened, endangered, or protected wildlife, or the feathers, nest or eggs of non-game birds. These items cannot be part of an exhibits. Game birds and game animals taken legally during an open season may be used.
6. PROJECT MATERIALS — Related project booklets include Exploring Your Environment Series, 4-H Shooting Sports, Amphibians, Bird Behavior (EC59381), Fishing for Adventure Project manuals, Wildlife Conservation (4-H 125), Geology, and Outdoor Adventures. Other resources include: Outdoor Skills: Learning Science in the Outdoors series (Science Signature Outcome program) www.outdoornebraska.gov/afterschool/ and www.whep.org.
7. BOARD AND POSTER EXHIBITS — Mount all board exhibits on ¼-inch plywood, Masonite or similar material no larger than 24 inches high by 24 inches wide. Poster exhibits should be on regular poster sheets, no larger than standard size (22 inches by 28 inches), but half size (22 inches by 14 inches) is recommended.
8. ALL OTHER EXHIBITS - Exhibits other than poster/display board should not exceed 48 inches x 48 inches and be able to be moved by two people. Large exhibits (larger than listed above) must be suited and prepared for outdoor exhibition at the Nebraska State Fair. If large exhibits are not suited for outdoor exhibition, youth have the option to create a poster or another suitable substitute for the exhibit, instead of exhibiting the project itself.
For scoresheets and other resources, visit https://go.unl.edu/ne4hconservation-wildlife-shooting.
Exhibitors are limited to one entry per class.
The category provides 4-H members an opportunity to prepare displays that show their expertise in many aspects of forestry. Involvement in this category will lead to expansion of seed, twig, wood, leaf, and tree knowledge for
4-H members. In addition, 4-H members will learn more about common Nebraska trees.
The official reference for all forestry projects is Tree Identification manual which is available for purchase at https://marketplace.unl.edu/ne4h/4h332.html. Other helpful forestry references include 2026 NEBRASKA 4-H Tree List.pdf.
Display boards must be made from wood or wood composite, i.e., plywood, fiberboard, Masonite or equivalent, ¼ inch to ½ inch thick, and no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches. Display boards may be coated, e.g. painted or varnished, on both sides to prevent warping.
Display posters must be made from a material, e.g. foam board or poster board, which will stand upright without buckling and be no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches.
Display books must measure no more than 16 inches by 16 inches.
At least five of the 10 samples in exhibits for Classes D320002 through Class D320005 must be from the list of tree species. Samples must be from 10 different species, For example, Emerald Queen Maple and Crimson King Maple are varieties of the same species (Norway Maples), and thus both have the same genus and species name, i.e. Acer platanoides. All samples must be from trees, NO shrubs. If more than 10 samples are included in the display, only the first 10 samples from the current year will be judged.
Remember that other general labeling standards apply. For example, scientific names are always italicized or underlined. Also, the first letter of a Genus name is always capitalized. The first letter of a species name is always lower case. When required, always indicate complete scientific names (Genus and species) and common names, (e.g. Norway Maple) even when “variety names” are included. For example, the scientific name of Emerald Queen Maple is Acer platanoides and the common name is Norway Maple. “Emerald Queen” may be included as the variety name, but variety names are not required.
Due to the lifting of the quarantine restrictions in the state of Nebraska for all true ash species regarding the threat of Emerald Ash Borer, specimens such as Green Ash and White Ash will be accepted for all collections. Collections containing true ash species will NOT be disqualified from county or state judging.
How well the 4-H member follows written directions is an important factor in judging.
All static exhibits must receive a purple ribbon at the county fair in order to be eligible for State Fair selection.
State Fair Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area. See General Rules in State Fair Book for more details. For scoresheet and other resources, visit https://go.unl.edu/ne4hforestry.
*Denotes State Fair Entry.
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
*D320001 Design Your Own Exhibit — Prepare an educational exhibit about an aspect of trees, forests or forest products that is of special interest to you. Possible topics include paper recycling, wildfire, grafting fruit or nut trees, proper pruning techniques, how wildlife are impacted by forests, history about a local arboretum, information about a historical tree in Nebraska , the history of planting windbreaks in Nebraska, etc.
The display must be no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches by 24 inches. Original photographs, drawings, samples, charts, posters, etc. can be used, but include enough information to adequately explain the topic that is being showcased. This exhibit will need to be substantially different from other display classes.
*D320002 Leaf display — The leaf display must include samples of “complete leaves” from at least 10 different tree species. At least 5 of the 10 samples must be from a tree on the 2026 Nebraska 4-H Tree List. The display must include at least two samples each of simple leaves, compound leaves, and conifer leaves. Leaves should be pressed, dried, and mounted.
Collection: Collect leaves any time after they have reached full size, usually beginning in early summer. Leaf samples should be in good condition and representative of the average leaves on the tree. Keep in mind that shaded leaves are often much larger than leaves in the sun. Carefully remove leaves from the twig with the entire petiole or rachis intact.
After collection, fresh leaf samples can be temporarily stored within the pages of an old magazine, but they should be properly pressed and dried for display. Be sure to record pertinent information during collection and when collecting leaves on private land, remember to get permission. All collection must be done by the 4-H member.
Mounting: Leaves may be displayed in a notebook or on a display board. Any method may be used to mount leaves, e.g. wire, glue, tape, staples, but be sure all their features can be clearly identified.
Labeling: The label for each sample must include:
1) Common name
2) Scientific name
3) Leaf type (i.e. broadleaf, needle-like, etc.)
4) Leaf arrangement (for broadleaf trees i.e. alternate, opposite, whorled)
5) Leaf composition (for broadleaf trees i.e. simple, pinnately compound, palmately compound, etc.)
6) Collector’s name
7) Collection date
8) Collection location (be specific, including county and other relevant information)
If a twig is included with a sample, indicate “twig included” on the label. For example, the twig may be included with an eastern red cedar sample because the leaves are very small and difficult to remove from the twig.
Supplemental information: This may include general uses, common products, fall color, etc.to enhance educational value. These are important factors in judging and should not exceed three printed pages including citation of sources.
*D320003 Twig display — The twig display must include twig samples from at least 10 different tree species. At least 5 of the 10 species must be from the 2026 Nebraska 4-H Tree List. The display must include at least two samples, each of opposite and alternate leaf arrangements from broadleaf trees.
- Collection: Twig samples should be collected during the dormant season (approximately November – March) when the buds are mature but before spring budbreak. Be sure to collect healthy twigs, not diseased or dead twigs. Twig samples must be at least 6 inches long and exhibit buds. The terminal end of the twig must be included. If present, leaves of deciduous trees should be removed. Leaves of evergreen trees should be retained but be sure the buds are visible. . . Side branches must be trimmed to less than 1 inch in length. All twig collection must be done by the 4-H member
- Mounting: Twigs must be mounted on a display board. Any method including wire, glue, tape, staples, etc., may be used to mount twigs, but be sure all features can be clearly identified. The non-terminal end must be cut at a slant so the pith can be seen.
- Labeling: The label for each sample must include: 1. common name 2. scientific name 3. leaf arrangement (for broadleaf trees, i.e. alternate, opposite, whorled) 4. collector’s name 5. collection date 6. collection location (be specific, state and county at a minimum)
- Supplemental information: This may include general uses, common products, fall color, etc.to enhance educational value. These are important factors in judging and should not exceed three printed pages including citation of sources.
*D320004 Seed display — The seed display must include seed samples from at least 10 different tree species. At least 5 of the 10 species must be from a tree on the 2026 Nebraska 4-H Tree List.
- Collection: Tree seeds should be collected at the time of year when they mature, which varies widely depending upon tree species. For example, Silver maple seeds mature in May while Norway maple seeds mature in September or October. Seed samples should be free of insect or disease symptoms. All seed collection must be done by the 4-H member. The focus of this display is seeds; however, species identification by seeds is often greatly aided by including the fruit, since some seeds are very difficult to separate from the fruit. Use the following guidelines when preparing this display:
- If the fruit is displayed along with the seeds, clearly label each.
- Seeds enclosed in dry, papery fruit (such as maple, ash, and elm) should be left within the fruit to aid in identification.
- Seeds enclosed in large fleshy fruit(s) (such as apple, mulberry, pawpaw) should be removed from the fruit and displayed without the fruit. Small fleshy fruits that can be dried (such as hackberry) may be displayed, but some seeds should also be removed from the fruit and displayed alongside the dried fruit.
- Acorns (oaks) should be left intact to aid in identification.
- Seeds easily removed from the fruit, such as seeds within husk (walnuts, hickory, buckeye, etc.), a pod (honey locust, Kentucky coffee tree, etc.), or a capsule (poplar, sweetgum, etc.) should be removed from the fruit for display. The fruit may be displayed in addition to the seed.
- Cones from conifers (pines, spruces, fir, etc) may be displayed along with the conifer seeds.
- Mounting: Seeds may be displayed in a variety of ways, e.g. mounted on a display board, displayed in jars in a rack, etc., but they must be securely mounted and easily viewed.
- Labeling: The label for each sample must include: 1. common name 2. scientific name 3. type of fruit (e.g. samara, pod, nut, legume, etc.) 4. collector’s name 5. collection date 6. collection location (be specific, state and county at a minimum)
- Supplemental information: This may include general uses, common products, fall color, etc.to enhance educational value. These are important factors in judging, and should not exceed three printed pages including citation of sources.
*D320005 Wood Display — The wood display must include wood samples from at least 10 different tree species. At least 5 of the 10 species must be from a tree on the 2026 Nebraska 4-H Tree List.
- Preparation: Samples may be of any shape, for example sections from a board, wood cylinders turned on a lathe, horizontal or vertical cross-sections of a small log with bark attached, etc. All samples should be the same shape, for example all wood cylinders or all sections of a board. Each sample can be no larger than four inches (H) x four inches (W) x four inches (D). Cut surfaces should be sanded to show the grain. Treating samples with a clear finish (no stain) is optional. When power tools are used for collecting, preparing, and mounting samples, assistance from an adult is a must and proper personal protection equipment needs to be utilized by both the adult and the 4-H member. Safety always comes first. All samples must be collected by the 4-H member.
- Mounting: Samples may be displayed in a variety of ways, for example mounted on a display board, displayed in a box or rack, etc. They must be securely mounted and easily viewed.
- Labeling: The label for each sample must include: 1. common name 2. scientific name 3. wood type (softwood or hardwood) 4. collector’s name 5. collection date 6. collection location (be specific, state and county at a minimum)
- Supplemental information: This may include general uses, common products, fall color, etc.to enhance educational value. These are important factors in judging and should not exceed three printed pages including citation of sources.
*D320006 Cross Section Display — A disc cut from a tree species listed on the 2026 Nebraska 4-H Tree List. The sample must be collected, by the 4-H member, within one year of the state fair judging day. When power tools are used for collecting and preparing the cross section, assistance from an adult is a must and proper personal protection equipment needs to be utilized by both the adult and the 4-H member. Safety always comes first. The disc must measure 6 to 12 inches in diameter and 1 to 3 inches thick. The bark should be firmly attached, which may be difficult if the tree was dead when the disc was cut. Sand at least one side of the disc so the grain can be easily seen. If the disc is treated with a clear finish, both sides must be treated to minimize warping. As the disc dries, some cracking or checking can be expected and is allowed.
- Labeling: The following parts must be clearly, accurately, and securely attached. Cross sections should be labeled with pins, paper tags, or some other form of identification: 1. Pith 2. Heartwood 3. Sapwood 4. One growth ring (beginning and end) 5. Cambium 6. Bark. A separate label firmly attached to the back of the disc must include: 7. Common name 8. Scientific name 9. Tree classification (softwood or hardwood) 10. Age of the cross section 11. Collector’s name 12. Collection date 13. Collection location (be specific, state and county at a minimum)
*D320007 Parts of a Tree — This project is recommended for 4-H members ages 8 – 11.
Prepare a poster, no larger than 24 inches x 24 inches that clearly identifies the main external parts of any tree:
- Trunk
- Crown
- Roots
- Leaves
- Flowers
- Fruit
- Buds
- Bark
Identifying other internal parts, e.g. phloem, xylem, cambium, annual ring, pith, etc., is optional. Attach a separate label on the back of the poster that includes the 4-H member’s name and age.
*D320008 Living tree display — A living tree seedling grown by the 4-H member from seed in the display container. The seed must be from a species listed on the 2026 Nebraska 4-H Tree List. The seedling must be 60 days to 1 year old (on State Fair judging day). The display container must contain at least 8 inches of soil (potting mix or suitable natural soil) measured vertically, have a drainage hole(s), and a drain pan to catch drainage water. For this display, the 4-H member does not have to be the one to collect the seed, but they will need to plant the seed themselves.
- Labeling: A waterproof label must be attached to the pot or to a stake that is in the soil of the pot and include: 1. common name 2. scientific name 3. seed treatments (if any) 4. planting date 5. emergence date 6. collector’s name
- Supplemental information about the tree: Examples include where the seed was collected, growth measurements, uses for that species, etc. These may be included in an attached notebook, poster, etc. Supplemental information will enhance educational value and be an important factor in judging. Supplemental information needs to be attached to either the pot or to a stake that is in the soil of the pot. DO NOT attach supplemental information to the living tree Supplemental information should not exceed three printed pages and cite sources of information.
*D320009 Forest Product Display - Prepare a visual display and/or collection tracing the origin of one non-lumber product that comes from trees and/or forests. The display must be no larger than 24 inches (H) by 24 inches (W) by 24 inches (D). Photographs, drawings, samples, charts, posters, etc. can be used. Posters submitted may be no larger than 24 inches x 24 inches and may be either vertical or horizontal. The contestant must identify what species of tree the product is derived from and where the product is harvested, grown, or otherwise collected. The product listed must be partially or fully derived from trees; if partial the approximate percentage should be articulated in the display.
- The goal of this exhibit is for 4-H members to learn that many products come from trees and forests and to explore one of these products through in-depth study.
- Information about the tree or forest product: For example information about harvesting, processing, industry information, and environmental or other benefits may be included to enhance educational value. Supplemental information will be an important factor in judging but should not exceed three printed pages of text. Cite sources of information.
- Personal interviews with industry professionals are encouraged as a source of information.
* D320010 Forest Health Display - Prepare a visual display outlining a specific forest health issue such as a tree disease, insect pest, animal- or human-caused damage, or an abiotic issue such as weather damage. The display must be no larger than 24 inches (H) by 24 inches (W) by 24 inches (D). Original photographs, drawings, samples, charts, posters, etc. can be used. Actual specimens are strongly encouraged but must be properly preserved, such as insects pinned or placed in vials of alcohol, leaves pressed and dried. Posters submitted may be no larger than 24 inches x 24 inches.
- Explain through the display what species of trees the health issue affects, diagnostic features of the issue (symptoms in trees, identifying features of the pest, etc.), and management options.
- Include common and scientific names of trees and pests.
- Supplemental information about the tree or forest health issue: for example, origin, proliferation in Nebraska/United States, and physiological effects on the tree may be included to enhance educational value. Supplemental information will be an important factor in judging but should not exceed three printed pages of text. Include citation of sources.
*D320011 Wildfire Prevention Poster - Prepare a poster, no larger than 24 inches x 24 inches that promotes wildfire prevention strategies. Strategies articulated in the poster can include personal and/or land management actions such as forest management plans and implementation, placements of fire breaks or fuel breaks around buildings, wildfire preparedness items, etc.
- Supplemental information about wildfire prevention should be attached to the poster: for example, frequency of wildfires in Nebraska/United States, financial costs of wildfires, environmental factors that contribute to wildfires, etc. To enhance educational value. Supplemental information will be an important factor in judging but should not exceed three printed pages of text. Include citation of sources.
*D320012 Tree Planting Project Display – Plant a tree in your community – on private or public property. Prepare a visual display where the 4-H member articulates proper tree planting techniques and follow up care for the tree after planting, why the individual tree species was chosen, as well as steps taken to continue care for the tree after initial planting. The display must be no larger than 24 inches (H) x 24 inches (W).
24 inches (D). ORIGINAL photographs, drawings, , charts, posters, etc. - can be used. Posters submitted may be no larger than 24 inches x 24 inches. The tree must have been planted 60 days to one year before State Fair judging day. 4-H members must obtain permission from necessary authorities and property owners before planting any trees. Diggers Hotline (811) MUST be contacted before planting. Provide documentation that permission was obtained and that Diggers Hotline was contacted.
- Display: The following information about the tree must be included in the display: 1. Common name
2. Scientific name 3. Planting location 4. Planting date 5. Tree source (nursery or store where the tree was purchased) 6. Planter’s name 7. Proper tree planting steps 8. Tree care and maintenance after planting
Supplemental information about the tree: for example, why the species was chosen, growth measurements, uses for that species, etc., may be included in an attached notebook, poster, etc. to enhance educational value. Supplemental information will enhance educational value and be a factor in judging but should not exceed three printed pages of text. Include citation of sources.
The purpose of this category is to help 4-H members identify and collect range plants. In addition, participants will learn the basics of range management, and Nebraska’s range. Through the creation of range boards, 4-H members will become more proficient in knowledge of Nebraska’s range. For scoresheet and other resources, visit https://go.unl.edu/ne4hrange.
1. Each exhibit must be properly identified with Unit and Class.
2. All plant displays and display covers must be the result of the current year's work.
3. Plant identification and lists of appropriate plants in each category (grasses, forbs, shrubs, and grass-like plants) can be found in the Range Judging Handbook and Contest Guide (EC150, Revised July 2024), Common Grasses of Nebraska (EC170), and Common Forbs and Shrubs of Nebraska (EC118).
4. The purpose of these exhibits is to demonstrate to the public the benefits from the study and application of crop, weed, range and soil sciences to solving problems in management, conservation, sustainability and environmental protection.
5. For guidelines on specific projects, refer to appropriate project manuals. Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area. Please see General Rules for more details.
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
*Denotes State Fair Entry
D330000 Plant Display — 4-H members in Unit I, Getting to Know Range Plants, may exhibit a collection of 12 different range plants from one of the collecting groups. The group name must be on the collection.
Books (Classes D330001-6): For books, plants must be mounted on sheets that are no larger than 14 inches wide by 14 inches high. Plants should be glued rather than taped and the mounts should be protected with a clear cover. Proper plant mount should include root, as well as stem and leaf tissue. Exhibits will be judged based on completeness of plant mount, accuracy of identification, labeling, neatness and conformation to project requirements. Each completed mount must have the following information (see example below) in the lower right corner of the mounting sheet: Scientific name (in italic or underlined), with authority - Common name. - County of collection. - Collection date. - Collector's name. - Personal collection number, indicating order that plants were collected in your personal collection, - Other information, depending on class selected, i.e., value and importance, life span, growth season, origin, major types of range plants. This information should be typed or printed neatly.
*D330001 Value and importance for Livestock Forage and Wildlife Habitat and Food Book — A collection of 12 different plant mounts, with four classified as high value, four as medium value, and four as low value for livestock forage, wildlife habitat, or wildlife food. Value and importance classifications can be found in the Range Judging Handbook and Contest Guide (EC150, Revised July 2024) starting on page 42. Plants can consist of any combination of grasses, grass-like plants, forbs, or shrubs. Assemble plant mounts in order of high, medium, and low value and importance. Label each plant mount with its value and importance classifications for each of the three areas; Livestock Forage, Wildlife Habitat, Wildlife Food.
*D330002 Life Span Book – (SF260) - A collection of six perennial plant mounts and six annual plant mounts selected from grasses or forbs.
*D330003 Growth Season Book - (SF260) - A collection of six cool-season grass mounts and six warm-season grass mounts.
*D330004 Origin Book - (SF260) - A collection of plant mounts of six native range grasses and six introduced grasses. Introduced grasses are not from North America and often used to seed pastures.
*D330005 Major Types of Range Plants Book - (SF260) - A collection of plant mounts of three grasses, three forbs, three grass-like, and three shrubs.
*D330006 Range Plant Collection Book - (SF260) - A collection of 12 range plant mounts with something in common (i.e. poisonous to cattle, or historically used as food by Native Americans, or dye plants, or favorite antelope forage, etc.). Include a short paragraph at the front of the book which describes what the plants have in common and why you have chosen to collect them.
*D330007 Parts of a Range Plant Poster - (SF259) - Mount a range plant on a poster board. Label the key plant parts useful for ID & correct for that plant species such as root, branch, cotyledon, petiole, midrib, stem, node, leaf, leaflet, spikelet, collar, ligule, sheath, internode, culm, crown, flower, etc. Include the plant label in the lower right corner, including the scientific and common name of the plant. The 4-H member’s name and county should be on the back of the poster. The purpose of the display is to tell an educational story to those that view the display. The display is a visual representation (pictures, charts, graphs) no larger than 28 inches by 28 inches on plywood or poster board. The display should be neatly titled.
*D330008 Special Study Board - (SF260) - A display of the results of a clipping study, a degree of use study, range site study, etc. A short essay must accompany the display to explain the reason for the study, what was learned, and study results. This should be placed in a sheet cover attached to the board. Boards should be should no larger than 30 inches wide by 36 inches tall. Boards should be adequately labeled.
*D330009 Junior Rancher Board - (SF260) - This exhibit should include a ranch map with a record book or an appropriate educational display on some phase of rangeland or livestock management. A short essay must accompany the display to explain the purpose of the rancher board, what was learned, etc. Boards should be should no larger than 30 inches wide by 36 inches tall. Boards should be adequately labeled.
WILDLIFE AND HOW THEY LIVE
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
Classes 340001 through 340004 are board or poster exhibits. Display may show any aspect of wildlife, wildlife habitat, or related conservation, restoration or management. Examples: Life history or other facts about one type of wildlife; how to manage wildlife on a farm or in town; managing habitat for one kind of wildlife; life requirements for one kind of wildlife during one season or through the year; wildlife study methods; wildlife behavior (example: when nesting, finding food, moving, etc.); habitats (example: grasslands, wetlands, river or stream corridors) and what wildlife is found there; habitat needs for a specific kind of wildlife. For more ideas, refer to project booklets.
No domestic livestock, pets or insects allowed.
All exhibits must be labeled. Label each item with the 4-H member’s name, project division, exhibit class number and years in the project before entering at county fair.
All static exhibits must receive a purple ribbon at the county fair in order to be eligible for State Fair selection.
State Fair Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area. See General Rules in State Fair Book for more details.
*D340001 Mammal Display – Choose one mammal from the wild and share on your display about the mammal. Examples include life history, behavior, habitat or other interesting facts.
*D340002 Bird Display - Choose one bird from the wild and share on your display about the bird. Examples include life history, behavior, habitat or other interesting facts.
*D340003 Fish Display - Choose one fish from the wild and share on your display about the fish. Examples include life history, behavior, habitat or other interesting facts.
*D340004 Reptile or Amphibian Board Display - Choose one reptile or amphibian from the wild and share on your display about the reptile or amphibian. Examples include life history, behavior, habitat or other interesting facts.
*D340005 Wildlife Connections — Board or Poster Display. The purpose of this display is to show inter-connections and related aspects among animals, plants, and other habitat components. All displays should show two or more interactions (connections) that occur between/among animals or between animals and their habitat. Displays might show how animals interact or affect each other or how they affect people. Or, they might show how animals affect their habitat or how their habitat affects them.
Examples:
1. Food chain display. Use pictures, drawings, or other items to illustrate the source of food energy and where it goes — who eats whom or what. Use arrows to show the direction of the energy (food) flow.
2. Show the role of predators, scavengers, insect eaters or others.
3. Show how wildlife numbers (populations) change through the year.
4. Show predation, competition, or other behavioral interactions of wildlife.
5. Choose one kind of wildlife and make observations through a season or year, keep notes of interactions, then make a display of what you saw.
6. For more ideas, refer to project booklets.
*D340006 Wildlife Tracks — Board or diorama-type box exhibit. Make a display of animal tracks using casting plaster. There are three options and each must include a brief description of your experiences in making the tracks so the judges better understand what you did and learned. Positive casts (impressions as they would be in nature) are preferred, but not required.
Three options:
1. Show plaster tracks of five or more kinds of wildlife along with a picture or illustration of each kind of animal. OR
2. Show two or more plaster tracks of one specific kind of wildlife and should include a picture or illustration of the animal, what the animal may eat, and what may eat the animal. OR
3. Should show two tracks and include the animal’s habitat needs including preferred food, shelter, water, and space in addition to picture or illustration of the animal.
*D340007 Wildlife Knowledge Check - Use electrical circuits, pictures, or other methods of teaching wildlife identification or other wildlife conservation or shooting sports related knowledge. Plan size and structure to facilitate transportation and display; maximum size 24 inches by 24 inches.
*D340008 Wildlife Diorama — Exhibit must be no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches. The exhibit might show a grassland, prairie, agricultural woodland, riparian (stream or river corridor) area, wetland, and/or other area with wildlife habitat. Examples: Show an area interspersed with several habitats such as windbreaks, farm fields, woods, waste areas, ditches, and pastures for edge-adapted species such as white-tailed deer, Northern Bobwhite, Mourning Doves, Cottontail Rabbits, Fox Squirrels, Northern Cardinals, or Blue Jays. Label the habitats displayed and indicate at least five kinds of wildlife in their proper habitats. Remember to include supporting information about the wildlife and habitat that is on display.
*D340009 Wildlife Essay — Learn how to share educational information by writing. Choose a conservation or wildlife topic that interests you and write an essay about it. For example, write about a particular species of wildlife that you have observed or about the values of wildlife (commercial value, game value, genetic value, aesthetic value, ecological value, scientific value). You might write about wildlife on a farm, in town, in a backyard, at a backyard feeder, or at other places. You might write about ethics, proper behavior in the outdoors, hunting, or fishing. For other ideas, refer to project booklets. The essay should be at least 100 and not more than 1,000 words long and should be typed, double-spaced standard 8½-inch by 11-inch paper. You might use books, magazines, or personal interviews as resources, but you must give credit to all sources by listing them.
*D340010 Wildlife Values Scrapbook — Make a scrapbook about the various values of wildlife. Value could include aesthetic, scientific, commercial, game, genetic, and/or ecological topics.
*D340011 Wildlife Arts — The purpose of this class is to allow artistic exhibits that contain educational information about conservation and wildlife. Examples might include paintings, photographs, wood carvings, painted duck decoys or songs or poems written by the 4-H member. Entries must be appropriate for fair display and no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches. For example, paintings or photographs should be displayed in notebook format or mounted on a sturdy display panel. All entries must include a title and brief explanation of the purpose or message (what the exhibit is meant to show).
D340012 Wildlife - Self-Determined — The purpose of this class is to allow original or creative exhibits that contain educational information about conservation and wildlife. The 4-H member determines what this exhibit will be. For thought starters, think about: computer programs written by the exhibitor; observations and records of wildlife food plot; exhibit of factual information from study, interviews, and/or observations related to conservation and wildlife (example: exhibit on landowner/hunter relations, endangered species, etc.). Entries must be appropriate for fair display and no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches. All entries must include a title and brief explanation of the purpose or message (what the exhibit is meant to show or do).
WILDLIFE HABITAT
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
*D342001 Houses — Make a house for wildlife. Examples: birdhouse (wren, bluebird, purple martin, wood duck, kestrel, barn owl, etc.) or bat house; no insect houses. Make the house functional so that dimensions, hole size, etc. are appropriate to fit the intended species’ needs. Include the following information: 1. The kinds of animals(s) for which the house is intended; 2. Where and how the house should be located for best use; 3. Any seasonal maintenance needed, and 4) any evidence of your personal observations or experiences. Tips: Check NebGuide on bird houses and shelves.
*D342002 Feeders/Waterers — Make a bird bath or feeder (example: seed, suet or nectar feeders). Squirrel feeder acceptable; no insect feeders. Include the following information 1) the kinds of animal(s) for which the water/feeder is intended, 2) where are how the water/feeder should be located for best use, 3) any seasonal maintenance needed, and 4) any evidence of your personal observations or experiences. Tips: check NebGuide on feeding birds.
*D342003 Wildlife Habitat Design Board or Poster Exhibit - Choose a back yard, acreage or farm, and design a habitat plan to meet the food, water, shelter and space needs of at least three kinds of animals you would like to attract. Draw an outline of the area and show what plants or other habitat will be provided. Indicate how the various parts of your plan provide the desired habitat needs. You might include an aerial photo of the area if you have one.
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
State Fair will not allow exhibiting weapons (knives, tomahawks, etc.). If your item is selected for State Fair, you can submit a photo or video of your exhibit and the judge would do their best to judge it accordingly.
*D343001 Fish Harvesting Equipment – Board Exhibit, no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches. Display of equipment used in fish harvesting. Examples: fishing knots, hooks (all hooks displayed must have corks over ends to improve safety), lures. Label all items displayed. Include a brief explanation of purpose of each item and when or where it is used, and any personal experiences you’ve had with the item(s).
*D343002 Build a Fishing Rod — Rod building kits with instructions are available for this purpose. A fishing rod educational exhibit may not exceed 96 inches in length. Exhibit must be mounted on a board and labeled with the member’s name, county and class number. Include with the exhibit the following items as a brief attachment: explanation of cost of materials/components, where materials/components were purchased, how made, and number of hours required for construction. Identify all parts. Necessary components which must be included are grip, line guides (based on manufacturers specifications), guide wraps, and hook keeper. Reel seat needs to be aligned with guides, and guides aligned accurately down rod. Guide wraps of size A to D, nylon or silk thread. Exhibit will be judged on: workmanship, labelling of parts (guides, etc.) correct information, and neatness. For fair exhibit, follow guidelines in the Fishing For Adventure Manuals.
*D343003 Casting Target - Make a casting target for exhibit and use. Target must be under 48” x 48”. The bullseyes must be 2 feet, outer band must be 1 foot in diameter and can have up to 3 rings. The exhibit must be easy to store, durable, and weather resistant. Include the purpose and rules of using your casting target.
*D343004 Wildlife Harvesting Equipment - Board Exhibit - Display of equipment used in harvesting wildlife. Examples: Expended ammunition casings (no live ammunition permitted), steel traps, hide stretchers, fleshers, etc. For display of shotguns, rifles, or bows, use drawings or pictures. Label all items displayed. Include in your exhibit the following information: 1. The purpose of each item. 2. When or where it is used, and 3. Any personal experiences you’ve had with the item(s).
*D343005 Inventing Wildlife/Fish Harvesting Equipment, Aid or Accessory — Use engineering principles to invent or adapt equipment that helps you harvest fish or wildlife. This could include wildlife calls, adapted fishing pole for shallow water, a blind, decoys, etc. Share your drawing (or adapted plans), how the equipment works, how you tested it, and the results of testing your prototype and any adjustments you made.
D343006 Completed project manual or project notebook covering a specific topic learned in this project.
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
D3410011 Poster - Create a poster or display no larger than 22” X 28”. Topics may include one of the following, but not limited to: trail map(s) you have hiked, hiking essentials, your hiking adventures, wildlife or plants observed while hiking (birds, animal prints, butterflies, etc.), plan a hike, explain “Leave No Trace” and how this was followed during hiking, collection of photos from your hikes.
D3410012 Journal/Binder - Written report of actual, virtual or imagined trail(s) hiked with observations, OR field journal (notes of actual experiences, sights, sounds, smells, etc.), OR camping trip diary. Feathers/leaf/flower pressings must be securely attached if included. Photos or drawings of observations encouraged. Exhibits measure no larger than 16 inches x 16 inches.
D3410013 Hiking Safety - Must include explanation of use of item, why selected/purpose of item and how it meets hiking needs. May include, but are not limited to, one of the following: a compact hiking safety kit, homemade compass or homemade water purifier. Exhibits measure no larger than 18” X 24”.
D3410014 Hiking Adventure Game - Create a game of trails of outdoor adventures. Must be educational on one or more aspects of hiking, must include clear instructions as to the purpose and what can be learned by playing the game. Exhibits measure no larger than 18 inches x 24 inches.
D3410015 Other Hiking Items - Must include what inspired the creation of the item and its purpose. May include, but are not limited to one of the following: hiking backpack, nature art, nature poem or story, homemade hiking snack mix displayed in a re-sealable plastic bag. (include why ingredients were selected and nutritional value). Exhibits measure no larger than 18 inches x 24 inches.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Level 2
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
*D341001 Poster - Topics may include, but not limited to one or more of the following; how to pitch a tent, knot tying, cooking over a campfire, how to start a campfire, wildlife and plants identified while camping, how to set up emergency shelter, dealing with weather, collection of photos from camping trips, “Leave No Trace” and how that was followed while camping, plan a camping trip, camping essentials, environmental issues/protecting natural resources, park or trail clean up, sanitation/hygiene while outdoors or use of GPS.
*D341002 Journal/Binder - Written report of virtual or actual camping/hiking trips with observations OR field journal (notes of actual experiences, sights, sounds, smells, etc.), OR camping or hiking trip diary. Explain growth in project, leading the hikes, planning the camping trip, now being able to identify the wildlife and nature around you and how identified (sight/sound/shape/smell/color). Feathers/leaf/flower pressings must be securely attached, if included. Photos of drawing of observations encouraged. Exhibits measure no larger than 16 inches x 16 inches.
*D341003 Camping/Hiking Safety - Must include explanation of use of item and why selected/purpose, how it fits hiking/camping needs. May include, but are not limited to, one of the following: travel sized poisonous plants guide, camping first aid kit, weather/water safety or hand hygiene kit.
*D341004 Digital Media - Use digital media to show video/slideshow/presentation of setting up a tent (include why site is chosen) or protecting natural resources or environmental issues or computer video camping/hiking game. Submit a USB drive or DVD inside a report cover or notebook. If using a slideshow, include printed slides inside report cover or notebook.
*D341005 Other Camping Items - Must include what inspired the creation of the item, and its purpose. May include but are not limited to one of the following; nature art, nature haiku poem, spider web sketches or knot display.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Level 3
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
*D341006 Poster - Topics may include but not limited to one of the following; Topographic map, backpacking trip plan, camp layout, plan an expedition (can be dreamed or lived), collection of photos from your expedition, trails hiked, cost comparison of rental vs purchase or using GPS/compass.
*D341007 Journal/Binder - Written report of actual, virtual or imagined expeditions/camping/hiking, OR field journal (notes of actual experiences, sights, sounds, smells, etc.). Explain growth in project, challenges in leading a group, teaching others about wildlife and nature identification and “Leave No Trace.” Exhibits measure no larger than 16 inches x 16 inches.
*D341008 Expedition Safety - Must include an explanation of use of items, why selected/purpose of item, how it meets hiking/camping/expedition needs. May include but are not limited to; travel sized edible plants, creepy crawly guide, tent repair kit, travel first aid kit or weather/water safety.
*D341009 Digital Media - Use digital media to show video/slideshow/presentation of one of the following, but not limited to; building a non-tent shelter (include why needed), packing your backpack/equipment and getting it onto you, teaching others about environmental issues or a computer video backpacking expedition game. Submit a USB drive or DVD inside a report cover or notebook. If using a slideshow, include printed slides inside report cover or notebook.
*D341010 Other Expedition Items - Must include what inspired the creation of the item, and the purpose of the item. May include, but are not limited to; nature art, nature cinquain poem, backpacking food recipes, hiking/expedition conditioning plan, charcoal etching, dehydrated meal or snack (at least 1 cup displayed in a re-sealable plastic bag with ingredients, instructions, and nutritional facts included). Exhibits measure no larger than 18 inches x 24 inches.
TAXIDERMY
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
*D346001 Tanned Hides - Exhibit of a wild animal hide properly processed by the member. No requirement as to mounting but must meet requirement listed under General Rules. Must include the animal's name and the following information about the 4-H member’s personal field experiences, study, OR observations that relate to the exhibit.
*D346002 Taxidermy - Any legal fish, bird, or other wild animal properly processed by the member. No requirement as to size or mounting but must meet the size requirement listed under General Rules. Must include the animal's name and the following information about the 4-H member’s personal field experiences, study, OR observations that relate to the exhibit.
OTHER NATURAL RESOURCES
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
*D361001 Design Your Own Exhibit in Natural Resources, Conservation, Geology or Ecology — This class is for educational exhibits about relating to natural resources, conservation, geology, or ecology ONLY. Entries must be appropriate for fair display and no larger than 24 inches by 24 inches. All entries must include a title and should be clear (a brief explanation or other method) about the intended purpose or message — what the exhibit is meant to show. Think about accuracy, creativity, educational value for viewers, and evidence of 4-H member’s personal experiences and learning.
ENVIRONMENT
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $3; Blue, $2; Red, $1.50; White, $1
For guidelines on specific projects, refer to appropriate manuals including Eco-Wonders, Eco-Adventures and Eco-Actions.
LEVEL 1
D361002 Build Your Own Ecosystem
D361003 Food Web: Construct a Food Web — (poster/display board) Display illustrating a food web for the Ecosystem found in your back yard.
D361004 Camouflaged Critter — Create a Camouflaged Creature that illustrates how animals protect themselves with camouflage.
D361005 Weather Log: Make a Rain Gauge and Pinwheel — (poster or display board) Display of your weather log. Include drawing or photos of the weather. Keep log for a minimum of seven days. Days need not be consecutive.
D361006 Compost Pile — Create a poster display that shows and describes how you made your compost pile. Include pictures and diagrams as needed.
LEVEL 2
D361007 Keying It Out — Construct An Identification Key (poster/display board). See pages 20-22 of the manual.
D361008 Life Cycle: Explain Life Cycle of Product or Food — (poster/display board). See pages 23-25 of the manual.
D361009 Plant Adaptations — Draw five plants and explain how they are suited for their particular lifestyle by their adaptations (three-ring binder; journal; poster). See pages 44-45 of the manual.
D361010 Tracking: Make and Display Common Animal Tracks (display board). See pages 52-54 of the manual.
D361011 Acid Rain Poster/Display — Create a poster display showing the results of your “Acid Rain’s Effect on Plants” experiment. Include photos and descriptions. See pages 29-31 of the manual.
LEVEL 3
D361012 Water Quality Testing Equipment — Construct Water Quality Testing Equipment such as Secchi disk and dip net. See pages 13-16 of the manual.
D361013 Exploring Energy Flow — Design a Pyramid of Energy (poster/display board) that includes the four levels. See pages 24-26 of the manual.
D361014 A Creature’s Features — Collect five different insects and identify and describe differences in insect body parts (display board/display box). See pages 43-46 of the manual.
D361015 Population Pressures — Using Clustering Technique, establish connections between human population and other areas and aspects of life (poster/display board). See pages 20-21 of the manual.
D361016 Sense of Place — Keep a journal of observations and reflections from a special, natural spot. (writing, drawing, rubbings, etc.). See pages 40-42 of the manual.
Purple, $3.00: Blue, $2.00; Red, $1.50; White, $1.00 (These premiums will be paid to the 4-H members.)
No firearms may be exhibited nor live ammunition. ALL SHARP ITEMS (i.e. knives, broadheads, etc.) must be enclosed in a Plexiglas display case. Display cases must be 12” W x 18” L x 4” D and displayed so judges can open them to examine items. Items must be secured in the case. These items are not allowed at the state fair. State Fair will not allow exhibiting weapons (knives, tomahawks, etc.). If your item is selected for State Fair, you can submit a photo or video of your exhibit and the judge will do their best to judge it accordingly.
All shooting sports projects must have a 5-inch x 8-inch card securely attached describing: The project and how it applies to shooting sports; Experience gained in making the project; How the project will be used. The information should be neatly handwritten or typed on one side of the card.
All exhibits should be self-explanatory and educational to the viewers. No dimension restrictions for county only exhibits.
The 4-H member’s name and county must be on the back of each exhibit if the entry card becomes lost.
Exhibits that are dangerous or improperly prepared will be refused at entry into the Buffalo County Fair.
*D347001 Shooting Aid or Accessory – Any item which helps the shooter/hunter better perform their sport, examples: rifle sling, kneeling roll, arm guard, shotgun vest, target boxes, shooting stick, etc. Include your design, or plans you adapted, what the item is and used for.
*D347002 Storage Case – an item with the purpose to safely hold a firearm, bow, ammunition, and/or arrows, examples: soft sided shotgun case, quivers, firearm safe, include your design, or plans you adapted. Explain how the storage case is used.
*D347003 Practice Game or Activity – invent or adapt an activity to practice or teach a project skill. Include pictures of youth playing the game, testimonials for 4-H members who played the game, what skill is being worked on, and directions for the game. Explain how you came up with the game or adapted it to fit the needs of your group members.
*D347004 Science, Engineering, Technology Advancements of Shooting Sports, Conservation, or Wildlife Essay or Display – Choose a specific area of shooting sports and share how it has advanced, include a timeline and photos or illustrations. Keep your topic narrow and manageable. Essays are limited to 1000 words and should be on 8 ½ inch x 11-inch paper.
*D347005 Healthy Lifestyles Plan – Include a shooter’s diet and exercise plan, and how the 4-H member will benefit or improve from following the plan. Ideally, the 4-H member would follow the plan and include some journal entries about adaptations or improvements made while following the plan.
*D347006 Citizenship/Leadership Project – Share a display on a citizenship project or leadership project the 4-H member took on individually or with a group to improve some aspect related to 4-H Shooting Sports, Conservation, or Wildlife. Examples could be range development, conservation planting to attract wildlife, a camp, or 4-H recruitment event. Include who benefitted from the project, what the 4-H member’s role was, and any results.
*D347007 Career Development/College Essay, Interview or Display – Research opportunities for careers related to this area or opportunities for college majors or college activities to help discover using project skills beyond a person’s 4-H career. Essays are limited to 1000 words and should be on 8 ½ inch x 11-inch paper. Interviews need to include a picture of the interviewee in their work setting, questions asked, and a transcript of answers.
*D347008 Community Vitality Display – Explore the difference shooting sports, conservation, fishing and hunting make in keeping Nebraska vibrant especially in rural areas. Present facts and research in an interesting way for the public to learn from.
*D347009 Ag Literacy: Value Added Agriculture Interview or Research Project – Explore how traditional ag producers are adding value to their production agriculture operations through conservation efforts, hunting, raising pheasants, shooting sports related tourism, etc.… Present finding in an interesting way for the public to learn from.
*D3347010 Shooting Sports Educational Exhibit or Display (SF254A) – Create an educational exhibit or display relating to a topic about Shooting Sports. Displays involving firearms or bows may be exhibited as a photographic display on a poster or in a notebook. Handmade items must include information explaining how the item was made and its intended use. Photos are encouraged.
ENTOMOLOGY
Entomology exhibits give 4-H members the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge about insects and insect displays. This category has multiple projects that allows 4-H members to progress over numerous years.
Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area.
Rules:
- Specimens should be mounted properly and labeled with the location of collection and date, name of collector, and order name.
- Follow mounting and labeling instructions in the Nebraska 4-H Entomology Manual.
- Boxes are preferred to be 12 inches high by 18 inches wide and landscape orientation, so they fit in display racks.
- Purchase of commercially-made boxes is allowed.
- All specimens are to be pinned and labeled by the exhibitor.
- No purchased specimens allowed.
- No projects over 50 pounds allowed.
For scoresheets and other resources, visit https://go.unl.edu/ne4hentomology.
*Denotes State Fair Entry
Purple, $4; Blue, $3.50; Red, $3; White, $2.50
*H800001 Entomology Display, First-Year Project (Class 1) – Collection to consist of a minimum of 25 or more different kinds (species) of insects representing at least six orders. Limit of one box.
*H800002 Entomology Display, Second-Year Project (Class 2) - Collection to consist of a minimum of 50 kinds (species) of insects representing at least eight orders. Replace damaged or poorly mounted specimens. At least 25 species should be present and dated after July 1 of the previous year. Limit two boxes.
*H800003 Entomology Display, Third-Year or More Project (Class 3)- Collection to consist of a minimum of 75 kinds (species) of insects representing at least 10 orders. Replace damaged or poorly mounted specimens. At least 25 species should be present and dated after July 1 of previous year. Limit of three boxes.
*H800004 Special Interest or Advanced Insect Display (Class 4) — Educational display developed according to personal interests and/or advanced identification capability. This is also an opportunity to highlight favorite insects in a creative arrangement. Insects should conform to pinning and mounting standards as in Classes 1-3 and be protected in an insect box. Each specialty display should include names of the insects, interesting information about them, and why the display was made. Advanced identification collections should have insects grouped with labels that correspond with identification level (e.g. family, genus, species). A specialty collection may consist of insects by taxonomic group (e.g. butterflies, grasshoppers, dragonflies, scarab beetles) or by host, subject, or habitat (e.g. insect pests of corn, aquatic insects, insect mimicry, insect galls, insect from goldenrod, insect pollinators. etc.).
*H800005 Insect Habitats (Class 5) – Habitats consist of any hand-crafted objects, made of natural or artificial materials, to be placed outdoors, which promote or conserve insects in the environment. Insects may include bee pollinators, butterflies, beneficial insects, etc. A one-page report must accompany the exhibit. Report should include placement, target insect, why materials were chosen, functional design, and indicators of success. See the following resources for reports: Nebraska Extension NebGuide: Creating a Solitary Bee Hotel (G2256) University of Minnesota: Wild Bees and Building Wild Bee Houses National Wildlife Federation: How to Provide Water in Monarch Gardens.
*H800006 Macrophotography (Class 6) – Subjects should be insects, spiders, or other arthropods, or any nests, webs or constructions they make. All exhibit prints should be 8.5 inches by 11 inches and mounted on rigid, black 11 inches x 14 inches poster or matt board. Either orientation is acceptable. No frames are allowed. A short caption explaining the subject, printed on white paper, should be glued below the print on the poster or matt board.
*H800007 Insect Poster/Display Exhibits – Exhibits can be posters or 3 Dimensional displays, and artistic creativity is encouraged. Posters should be no larger than 22 inches x28 inches. They should be instructional and can be attractive and have pictures, drawings, charts, or graphs. Posters and display may show any aspect of insect life, habitat, or related conservation or management. Examples include life history and other facts about an insect; insect anatomy; how to manage insects in a farm, home, lawn, or garden setting; experiences rearing one kind of insect; survey of an important insect; insect behavior (ex. nesting, finding food, mobility, defenses, etc.); habitats (ex. forests, grasslands, wetlands, rivers, or lakes) and what insects are found there, etc. Three dimensional displays, such as dioramas, sculptures, models or decorative boxes should have a page explanatory information accompany them and fit within a 22-inch x 28-inch area.
*H800008 Reports or Journals – Reports and journals should be in a three-ring binder. A report may be informational, that is, an original article about a favorite insect, a history of insect outbreaks, diseases caused by insects, insects as food, etc. Or, it may be a research report about an investigation or experiment done in a scientific manner. It then should have a basic introduction of the insect studied, methods used, observations, and results of the project. Tables, graphs and images are helpful to include. A journal is an observational study over a period of time with personal impressions. It may cover watching changes of kinds of butterflies over the summer, rearing a specific insect from egg to adult, managing a beehive, observations of insects in a specific habitat, accounts of insects behavior in a forest or flower garden, etc.
Purple, $2; Blue, $1.50; Red, $1; White, $0.50
H800009 You be the Teacher — Share with others what you learned in the project. Exhibit may be a three-dimensional display, scrapbook, charts, pictures, photographs, a file of ideas, research study, etc. A display may not exceed a total space of 12 inches deep, 15 inches wide and 10 inches high. Pictures, models, plaster, papier-mâché, etc., may be used in your exhibit. Attach the entry tag to the upper right-hand corner of the entry. This exhibit must be educational.
H800010 Poster — 14 inches by 22 inches, either vertical or horizontal arrangement. Poster may be in any medium — watercolor, ink, crayon, etc. — as long as they are not three-dimensional. Posters using copyrighted material will not be accepted. Entry card must be stapled in upper right-hand corner. The 4-H member’s name, age, county and years in project(s) must be on the back of the poster.