Table of Contents

Section 1:HOW TO ENTER THE FAIR

1. Read this handbook for the exhibitor, giving special attention to Local and State Rules.
2. After selecting the division and class you wish to enter, carefully study the special instructions under the DEPARTMENT and DIVISION headings.
3. Obtain your ENTRY FORM for each department you wish to enter. USE A SEPARATE ENTRY FORM FOR EACH DIVISION (for example, one for Horse Show; one for Pies, and another for Quilts, etc.)
4. Fill out all applicable spaces on the entry form. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, CONSULT THE FAIR OFFICE AT (707) 895-3011.
5. ENTRY FORMS must be turned in to the fair office by the entry closing date listed under Local Rules and in the index. (NOTE: Entry closing dates vary for different departments).
6. Entry forms may be faxed to the Fair Office at (707) 895-3011 only if no entry fees are required.
7. EXHIBITOR TAGS must be picked up in the APPROPRIATE BUILDINGS WHEN EXHIBITS ARE BROUGHT TO THE FAIRGROUNDS.
8. See Local Rule 18, ``Release of Exhibits", for the removal of exhibits at closure of, or after the fair.
9. Each exhibitor is responsible for the accuracy and correctness of his/her entry form, and awards could be disallowed in case of errors. The fairgrounds staff is happy to be of assistance and can be contacted weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (lunch 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.) by phone or in person. New exhibitors are especially encouraged to ask for assistance.

Section 2:STATEMENT OF EXHIBIT PRINCIPLES

1. Exhibitors will indemnify Fairs & Expositions and the Mendocino County Fair from any loss resulting from rules enforcement.
2. Exhibitors must be able to prove their own eligibility and that of their exhibits according to Mendocino County Fair rules, and acknowledge that misrepresentation of any kind is prohibited.
3. Junior exhibitors are expected to prepare, manage and present their own exhibits.
4. Exhibitors will conduct themselves with sportsmanship, integrity, and cooperation with all participants.
5. In the case of animals:
   1. Exhibitors will exhibit healthy animals and handle them with care;
   2. Exhibit them in their unaltered conformation, except for common animal husbandry practices; and
   3. Use all pharmaceuticals, biologics and other chemicals lawfully and with notification to the Mendocino County Fair management as it specifies.

1. The Mendocino County Fair will advocate and enforce the printed rules.
2. In the case of rules violations or in practices determined to be unethical and inappropriate with the competitive exhibit program:
   1. The Mendocino County Fair has the right to deny entry or remove any exhibitor or exhibit that is determined ineligible, or whose presentation is deemed not in the best interest of the Mendocino County Fair, endangers the public, or has violated the rules;
   2. The Mendocino County Fair shall discipline such exhibitors as deemed appropriate; and
   3. The Mendocino County Fair shall submit a written report of such discipline to the appropriate governing body of the Division of Fairs and Expositions, regulatory agency, youth or breed association.
3. Mendocino County Fair staff will conduct themselves with integrity, professionalism and cooperation with all participants.

Section 3:LOCAL RULES

1. STATE RULES: All rules contained in ``State Rules for California Fairs" as prescribed by the Division of Fairs & Expositions apply to all entries of the Mendocino County Fair. Copies of this booklet may be obtained from the Mendocino County Fair office.
2. ENTRY FORM DEADLINES: Entry Forms must be filed or postmarked not later than Friday, August 15, 2008 except for Sheep Dog Trial entry forms, which are due August 6, 2008.
3. ENTRIES: Entry Forms are accepted at any time after the issuance of the 2008 Exhibitors Handbook until the specified deadline. Entry Forms may be obtained from the Farm Advisor's Office on Low Gap Road and Mendocino County Farm Bureau on Talmage Road in Ukiah, and the Chamber of Commerce of Willits and Mendocino Coast or online at http://www.mendocountyfair.com. Separate entry forms must be used for each separate DIVISION. For example: an entry for the Agriculture Department cannot be on the same entry form as an entry for Clothing and Textiles. ENTRY FEES: Checks payable to:
   Mendocino County Fair and Apple Show
   PO Box 458
   Boonville, CA 95415
   No refunds of overpayment of entry fees will be made for $3.00 or under. A check returned for non-sufficient funds will be charged a $30.00 fee.
4. INSURANCE: All entrants exhibiting livestock in the Mendocino County Fair must provide the Fair Office with a copy of personal liability insurance, or purchase liability insurance through the Fair Office. Cost of insurance if purchased through the Mendocino County Fair is $35.00 for large animal entrants. In the event that more than one member of a family is exhibiting livestock, the insurance will cover all family members exhibiting. Insurance purchased through the Fair Office is valid only for the duration of the Mendocino County Fair.
5. ENTRY NUMBERS AND EXHIBITOR TAGS: The number stamped on each Exhibitor Tag will be used as the identifying number for judging exhibits. To facilitate preparation of records for judging, each exhibitor is urged to:
   1. Pick up Exhibitor Tags in the appropriate Department when exhibits are brought to fairgrounds.
   2. Make sure tags get on appropriate items.
   3. Recheck all entries on form to Exhibitor Tag.
6. PASSES (WRISTBANDS):
   SENIOR OPEN LIVESTOCK EXHIBITORS
   1. Livestock Exhibitors will be allowed one Exhibitor's Pass with one to three head. With more than three head, two passes will be issued.
   2. Any additional Livestock Exhibitor passes must be purchased as a three-day pass for $10.00 at the Mendocino County Fair Office by Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 2008. Only TWO additional passes may be purchased.
   JUNIOR LIVESTOCK EXHIBITORS:
   Junior Livestock Exhibitors will be given one Exhibitor's Pass.
   4-H/FFA LEADERS:
   Upon presentation at the Mendocino County Fair Office of a valid 4-H/FFA Leaders card, Leaders will be given one Exhibitor's pass.
7. CAMPING: Only trailers and campers with reservations will be permitted in the camp area. Fees must accompany reservations and be paid no later than Monday, August 25, 2008. NO REFUNDS. Exhibitor camp fees will be $35.00.
8. DOGS: Dogs are not allowed on the Fairgrounds with the following exceptions:
   1. Personal Aide dogs (Seeing Eye dogs, etc.) and dogs in training to be Personal Aide dogs, when properly identified.
   2. Jr. Dog Show animals are allowed on the grounds 1 hour before show until 1 hour after show.
   3. Dogs are allowed in the camping areas but they must be leashed.
   Loose dogs will be picked up by the Mendocino Animal Control. Owners may be required to show proof of current rabies vaccination.
9. LIVESTOCK:
   1. BARNS: There will be ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING - NO COOKING - NO COMBUSTIBLE LIGHTS in the barns.
   2. LIMITS: See applicable divisions since limits are different per species.
   3. No livestock are to arrive prior to 8:00 a.m., Thursday, September 11,2008, 2008 unless prior arrangements have been made.
   4. Registration papers on livestock entries are to be presented at the Livestock Office and/or the barns on Thursday, September 11,2008, 2008.
   5. Owners of Purebred Registered cattle without brucellosis tattoos must present documentation certifying brucellosis vaccination, or written documents showing the animal has an exemption from AHFSS, CDFA.
   6. All animals must be examined as specified. The Mendocino County Fair management shall reserve the right to re-examine any or all animals. Any animal shown by the examination to be diseased shall be immediately removed from the Mendocino County Fairgrounds. The Mendocino County Fair management will under no circumstances be held liable in any way for such removal.
   7. Exhibitors of horses will comply with the provisions of the Horse Protection Act of 1970 (P. L. 91-540) and all rules adopted by the United States Secretary of Agriculture to carry out its provision.
   8. All vehicles and livestock trucks to be parked in the designated area for exhibitors. No vehicles or livestock trailers allowed on the grounds after this specific feeding time: 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
   9. Pens will be allotted up to the capacity of the barns in the order of the entries received. Exhibitors must furnish own feed. The Mendocino County Fair will furnish straw for first bedding only. Fees are: Pen - $1.00; Tie Stall - $1.00; Horse Stall - $15.00. Should stock be entered and not shown, the fees for the aforementioned shall be forfeited to the Mendocino County Fair. In the case of illness, death or as an individual situation warrants, consideration may be given by Mendocino County Fair management.
   10. A reminder for FFA and 4-H leaders: There is no charge for pens and tie stalls; however, horse stalls are $10.00.
10. HOUSING ON GROUNDS:
    1. At present time the electrical wiring on the grounds is not sufficient for exhibitor use for any reason.
    2. No vehicles, trailers or campers will be allowed on the Mendocino County Fairgrounds in the livestock or 4-H horse barn area except for the livestock manager. All exhibitors are encouraged to use the south area of the back parking lot as this area will be reserved for any exhibitor, livestock trucks, trailers, etc. The parking and camping policy will be enforced as per recommendation of the State Fire Marshal.
11. NOTICE - PREMIUMS BUDGETED:
    Premiums listed are subject to change. Premiums will be paid to exhibitors in accordance with all scales in the Premium Book unless the total of all awards for all departments exceeds the total premiums budgeted for this year in which case the premium awards will be pro-rated on an even percentage basis and the next highest percent will be used to figure premiums.
12. CHECK-IN TIMES:
    All entries must be received by the Mendocino County Fairgrounds by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008 with the following exceptions:
    1. Livestock must be on the grounds by 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008.
    2. Gardens must be completed and clean up done by 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, 2008.
    3. Open Horse Show entries are to be on the grounds one hour before their classes are called.
    4. Sheep Dogs must be ready for elimination trials by 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 16, and final trials by 10:00 a.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008.
    5. Agriculture/Horticulture exhibits must be in place by 10:00 p.m Thursday, September 11,2008.
    6. Scarecrow exhibits must be in place by 10:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11,2008.
    7. Largest Pumpkin competitors must be in place by 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, 2008.
    8. Amateur Wine competitors must be in place by 5:00 p.m., Thursday, September 4, 2008.
    9. Feature Exhibits must be completed and clean up done by 12:00 a.m. Thursday, September 11,2008, 2008.
    10. Fiber Arts & California National Wool Show exhibits must be in place by 10:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11,2008, 2008.
    11. Home Arts and Fine Arts (Junior and Senior Divisions): Drop off exhibits Wednesday September 3 and Thursday, September 4, 2008 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
13. The Board of Directors reserves the right to disqualify any entry deemed unworthy of competition.
14. JUDGING AND PRESENTATION OF AWARDS:

    Exhibit	Day and Date	Time
    4-H/FFA & Open Horse Shows	Friday, September 12, 2008	8:00 a.m.
    (Showmanship, then judging)
    Agriculture	Friday, September 12, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Fine Arts--Photography	Saturday, September 6	9:30 a.m.
    California National Wool Show	Friday, September 12, 2008	10:00 a.m.
    Feature Exhibits	Friday, September 12, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Fiber Arts	Friday, September 12, 2008	9:30 a.m.
    Floriculture	Friday, September 12, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Home Arts--Baked Goods	Wednesday, September 10, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Home Arts--Decorative Painting	Saturday, September 6	9:00 a.m.
    Jr. Beef	Saturday, September 13, 2008	11:00 a.m.*
    Jr. Dairy	Saturday, September 13, 2008	1:00 a.m.*
    Jr. Dogs	Friday, September 12, 2008	10:00 a.m.
    Jr. Goats	Friday, September 12, 2008	2:00 p.m.
    Jr. Poultry	Saturday, September 13, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Jr. Rabbit	Saturday, September 13, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Jr. Sheep	Saturday, September 13, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Jr. Swine	Friday, September 12, 2008	3:00 p.m.
    Junior, Non-Livestock (Agriculture & Floriculture)	Friday, September 12, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Junior, Non-Livestock (Baked Goods & Preserved Foods)	Wednesday, September 10, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Junior, Non-Livestock (All Others)	Saturday, September 6	9:00 a.m.
    Mendocino County Junior Awards Presentation	Sunday, September 14, 2008	1:00 p.m.
    National Wool Show--Circle of Champions	Friday, September 12, 2008	7:30 p.m.
    Round Robin	Sunday, September 14, 2008	8:30 a.m.
    Senior Beef	Saturday, September 13, 2008	9:00 a.m.
    Senior Goats	Saturday, September 13, 2008	9:30 a.m.
    Senior Sheep	Friday, September 12, 2008	10:00 a.m.
    Sheep Dog Trials Elimination	Saturday, August 16	10:00 a.m.
    Sheep Dog Trials Final	Sunday, September 14, 2008	10:00 a.m.
    Spinning Contest	Sunday, September 14, 2008	2:00 p.m.
    Supreme Grand Champion Ewe & Ram	Saturday, September 13, 2008	4:00 p.m.*

    * Signifies an approximate time
15. EXHIBITOR LIVESTOCK MEETINGS:
    Junior--Sunday, September 14, 2008, 2008, immediately after Junior Awards Ceremony
    Senior--Sunday, September 14, 2008, 2008, 1:00 p.m. at Senior Show Ring.
16. PREMIUMS:
    1. Checks for premiums will be mailed to the address or post office box of the exhibitor as recorded on the entry form. They will be mailed as soon as possible or as soon as any accounts owing the fair are cleared. Premium checks cannot be mailed to AGENTS. The owner's address must be on the entry form. The Fair is not responsible for premium checks returned due to insufficient address.
    2. Premium ribbons and tags have no value as to payment of awards. Premiums are paid only from the record of the judges' sheet.
    3. Judges will award such premiums as the exhibit, in their opinion, merits. If any item is not deemed worthy of a premium, the judge will make no award. When there is no competition, it will be left to the discretion of the judge to award first, second, or third, etc., placing or no award. If, in the opinion of the judge, no entry in any class merits a first award, second or third may be given. Notations should be included on the judge's sheet telling briefly why all placings are not made or why disqualified.
    4. Premium checks must be cashed within sixty (60) days or premiums will be forfeited. Fair will not reissue checks for under $10.00. All check discrepancies must be reported to the Fair Office prior to 5:00 p.m., October 15, 2008.
    5. Perishable classes will be judged first and all others in order listed.
    6. STATE Rule IV-6: No Exhibitor shall recieve more than two cash awards in any one class using American Judging system.
17. Sales of exhibits may be made for delivery at the close of the Fair.
18. The Mendocino County Fair will not guarantee sponsored donations.
19. RELEASE OF EXHIBITS: All exhibitors are requested to claim their displays promptly at the close of the Fair so as to minimize losses as well as expense involved in looking after unclaimed articles. Exhibits left on premises after Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. are no longer the responsibility of the Fair. Baked goods will be disposed of on Monday, September 15, 2008, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. Office hours are 9:30-12:00 p.m. and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
    1. There will be no loading prior to the following release times on Sunday:

       Sr. Beef and Sr. Sheep	6:00 p.m.
       Jr. Beef and Dairy, Jr. Horse	6:30 p.m.
       Individually Sold Boxes of Apples	6:30 p.m.
       Open Goats, Jr. Poultry, Jr. Rabbits, Jr. Sheep
       and Jr. Swine	7:00 p.m.
       Exhibits - Walk-in/out only	7:30 p.m.
       Antique Machinery	8:00 p.m.
       All remaining Exhibits - Vehicle Loading	9:00 p.m. depending on crowd

    2. Attendants at exhibits and concessions must be neatly attired and will be required to conduct themselves in a quiet and orderly manner.
    3. Each exhibitor or concessionaire will be solely responsible for any consequential or other loss, injury or damage done to or occasioned by, or arising from any proceeding in regard thereto. The fair will take reasonable precaution to insure the safety of exhibits and property of every description entered for competition of display or any other purpose while anywhere on the grounds that shall be subject to the control of the Mendocino County Fair and Apple Show, but in no case will the Fair be responsible in any way for any loss, damage or injury of any character to any property while the same is on the Fair grounds or at any time or place, nor be liable for or make any payment for the value thereof. Presentation of entry forms shall be deemed acceptance of the rules.
    4. Exhibitors of animals, machinery in motion or other exhibits liable to occasional accidents, injury or other damages to persons coming in contact therewith and every such exhibitor shall indemnify the fair from and against all claims and demands, costs, charges and expenses which it may incur, suffer or be put to by reason of any exhibit not properly guarded there from. Presentation and signing of entry form shall be deemed acceptance of this rule.
    5. Exhibitors having space assigned them will not be permitted to change to another location without first having obtained permission from the Fair Manager. The Fair reserves the right to reject an excessive amount of space, or if the capacity of the department has been reached.

SHOW RING CODE OF ETHICS

RULES OF GOVERNANCE

1. All exhibitors must have viable proof of ownership available to fair show officials at their request. Documents should include current ownership information, transfer of ownership (if any), length of ownership, and age of animal(s). Misrepresentation of ownership, age, breed, or any facts relating thereto is prohibited. Exhibitors and their agents and advisors agree to comply with the printed show rules upon entry. Llamas and horses may be leased, with appropriate documents filed in the 4-H or FFA offices.
2. No exhibitor may show an animal which has been previously sold at an auction or sale as a market animal through another fair or livestock show, whether or not there is an actual change of ownership (progress level show excluded.) Any method used to misrepresent the animal for a class in which it is shown is deceptive and considered illegal. Showing an animal for another individual by claiming ownership is prohibited. False ownership is illegal.
3. Junior exhibitors are expected to care for, groom and exhibit their own animals while at the Fair. However, because of the educational nature of the livestock show it is appropriate, on occasion, for parents, leaders, and/or other approved persons to supervise the preparation of livestock for show.
4. The act of entering an animal in the Fair provides for absolute responsibility for an animal's condition by the owner-exhibitor, whether or not he/she was actually instrumental in, or had actual knowledge of an act perpetrated to misrepresent or mistreat an animal in contravention of this code of ethics.
5. 1. The use of tranquilizers, sedatives, or depressants or any other drug that alters the physical or physiological state of the animal is illegal. The drugs must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in meat producing animals in market classes only. All exhibitors shall advise show management of any drugs and/or medications administered to an animal. The name of the drug, its purpose, the person administering the drug and time and date of administration shall be presented to show management prior to the showing of the animal. Failure to report this information will result in severe penalty and/or disqualification. Any use of drugs or substances not approved by the FDA is strictly prohibited.
   2. Animals shall be presented free of drugs. The act of entering an animal in the Fair gives consent by owner-exhibitor for Fair management to obtain specimens of urine, saliva, blood, or other requested substances from the animal to be used in testing.
   3. During the Fair, in the case of animals requiring treatment, all medications shall be administered with written approval by a licensed veterinarian of this state and the Fair officials shall be notified.
   4. If the laboratory report on the chemical analysis of saliva, urine, blood, or other sample taken from livestock indicates the presence of forbidden drugs or medication, this shall be prima facie evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that the sample of urine, saliva, blood, or other substance tested by the approved laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken for the animal in question, its integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collection and preservation, transfer to the laboratory pertains to the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the animal at the time the sample was taken from the animal in question. The ``owner-exhibitor" has the burden to prove otherwise at any hearing in regard to the matter conducted by the Fair.
6. Any surgical procedure or injection of any foreign substance or drug or external application of a substance (irritant, counterirritant, or similar substance) which could affect the animal's performance or alter its natural contour, conformation, or appearance, except external applications of substances to the hoofs or horns of animals which affect appearance only and except for surgical procedures by a duly licensed veterinarian for the purpose of protecting the health of the animal, is prohibited.
7. The use of inhumane showing and/or handling practices or devices such as striking animals to cause swelling, using electrical contrivance, or other similar practices are not acceptable and are prohibited. Other practices unless under the written authority of a licensed veterinarian, that are not acceptable or prohibited include, but not limited to, liquid diets for lambs, excessive shrinking, excessive exercising, tying animal with their feet off the ground, icing animals down and electric stimulation.
8. The balancing of the udder by abnormal means that includes the use of a mechanical contrivance or the injection of fluid or drugs, setting the teats and/or occluding with a mechanical contrivance or the use of chemical preparation is illegal. Treating or massaging the udder or its attachments with an irritant or counterirritant is prohibited.
9. Direct criticism or interference with the judge; fair show management; other exhibitors; breed representatives; or show officials before, during, or after the competitive event is prohibited. In the furtherance of their official duty, all judges, Fair and Livestock Show management, or other officials shall be treated with courtesy, cooperation, and respect, and no person shall direct abusive or threatening conduct toward them.
10. No owner-exhibitor shall conspire with another person or persons to intentionally violate this code of ethics or knowingly contribute or cooperate with another person or persons either by affirmative action or inaction to violate this code of ethics. Violation of this rule shall subject such individuals to disciplinary action.
11. Show management reserves the right to require health inspections and/or diagnostic tests to be made before, during or after the animals are on the Fair premises for exhibitor and animal safety, or to inaugurate disease control procedures which may become necessary in emergencies as determined by animal health officials.

Section 4:SENIOR LIVESTOCK--BEEF CATTLE

ENTRIES FORMS DUE: Friday, August 15, 2008
DEADLINE FOR LIVESTOCK ARRIVAL: 10:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, September 13, 2008
FEEDING TIME: 6:00-8:30 a.m.
RELEASE TIME: 6:00 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008
ENTRY FEE: $4.00
TIE STALL: $ 1.00

1. Not more than 12 animals in any one breed allowed to one exhibitor per division.
2. Premium checks cannot be mailed to AGENTS.
3. Owner's address MUST be on entry form.
4. Nurse cows will not be permitted on Fairgrounds.
5. All females twenty-four (24) months of age or older at the beginning day of the Fair must:
   1. have a calf at side; or
   2. show obvious signs of pregnancy; or
   3. have a veterinarian's certificate of pregnancy.

1. All owned by one exhibitor and entered as individuals.
2. ALL ANIMALS ENTERED IN GROUP ENTRIES MUST BE OF ONE BREED

Section 5:SENIOR LIVESTOCK--DAIRY GOATS

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
JUDGE: Kristina Bozzo-Baldenegro
DEADLINE FOR LIVESTOCK ARRIVAL: 10:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, September 13, 2008
FEEDING TIME: 6:00-8:30 a.m.
RELEASE TIME: 7:00 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008
ENTRY FEE: $3.00
PEN FEE: $1.00

1. This show is recognized by the American Dairy Goat Association (ADGA) as an official show and sponsored by the Redwood Empire Dairy Goat Association and Lake County Dairy Goat Club. Unless other rules are specified, the show will be held under the rules of the American Dairy Goat Association, provided they do not conflict with any of the rules and regulations prescribed by the Department of Food and Agriculture.
2. Junior doe and Senior doe shows are separately sanctioned by ADGA.
3. The show order of breeds is the order listed in the premium book.
4. NO PENS ALLOWED FOR TACK.
5. Goats are penned with 4 or 5 in a pen. If you are exhibiting less than 4 goats and have preference with whom you want to be penned, please turn in a written request with your entry forms.
6. No milk out required.
7. For Group Entries, all does must be owned by one exhibitor, entered as individuals and all of one breed.
8. SPECIAL AWARD sponsored by Georgia Hammerich for top placing Nigerian Dwarf exhibited by a JUNIOR in the open dairy goat show.

Section 6:SENIOR LIVESTOCK--SHEEP

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
DEADLINE FOR LIVESTOCK ARRIVAL: 10:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
PEN ACCESS BY VEHICLE: 6:00 - 8:30 a.m.
RELEASE TIME: 6:00 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008
ENTRY FEE: $3.00

1. Priority will be given to Lake, Humboldt, Mendocino and Sonoma County exhibitors, then exhibitors outside of these counties will be accepted if space allows.
2. Premium checks cannot be mailed to AGENTS.
3. Owner's address MUST be on entry form.
4. Flock numbers shall be used to identify all entries. Numbers shall be on regular and practical tags attached to the ear or tattooed in the ear. An exhibitor may not use the same flock number on more than one animal during two consecutive calendar years. REGISTRATION NUMBERS MAY NOT BE USED AS FLOCK NUMBERS.
5. Flock numbers and breeder's initials, name or association prefix shall be on regular and practical tags attached to the ear or tattooed in the ear for YEARLINGS AND LAMBS BRED BY EXHIBITOR. LAMBS MUST SHOW LAMB'S TEETH.
6. Group entries must be owned by one exhibitor and entered as individuals.

Section 7:JACKPOT BOAR GOAT SHOW

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
DEADLINE FOR LIVESTOCK ARIVAL: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:00 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008
ENTRY FEE: $15.00

1. Limited to the first 50 head.
2. Eligibility---Regestered in the International, American, or Canadian Boar Goat Assn., and USBGA.
3. No pens allowed for tack.
4. Goats are penned 3 or 4 per pen. If you are an exhibitor with less than 3 goats and have a preference with whom you want to be penned, please turn in written request with entry form.
5. Group entries, all does owned by one exhibitor.
6. Entry fees will be added back for premium payout, of the $15.00 fee, $5.00 will be reserved for the Grand Champion, (60%) and Reserve Grand Champion (40%). The remaining $10.00 will be dispersed as follows. Each class must have a minimum of three head to recieve payment.

Section 8:JACKPOT OPEN SWINE SHOW

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
DEADLINE FOR LIVESTOCK ARIVAL: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 7:00 p.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:00 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008
ENTRY FEE: $15.00

1. Limited to the first 50 head of hogs.
2. Sows, junior yearling or older must have raised a litter of pigs to be eligable for entry.
3. Draw notches on entry form. Do not use numbers to identify notches.
4. Berkshire and Poland China accept litter registration. Duroc accept litter registration if submitted by owner/breeder. Chester White, Hampshire, Spotted Poland China, and Yorkshire no longer accept litter registration certificates.
5. Entry fees will be added back for premium payout, of the $15.00 fee, $5.00 will be reserved for the Grand Champion, (60%) and Reserve Grand Champion (40%). The remaining $10.00 will be dispersed as follows. Each class must have a minimum of three head to recieve payment.

Section 9:SENIOR LIVESTOCK--CALIFORNIA NATIONAL WOOL

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
DEADLINE FOR FLEECE ARRIVAL: 9:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGE: Mark Eidman
JUDGING BEGINS: 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
CIRCLE OF CHAMPIONS: 7:30 p.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 6:00 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008

Wool & Mohair Division Rules

1. Only fleeces in the grease are eligible for competition.
2. Fleeces shall not be more than 12-months growth. The definition of ``12-months" shall be the definition most commonly accepted by the wool trade. Thus, if a fleece is actually slightly more than 12-months growth, due to unavoidable delay in obtaining shearers, or by weather, it shall be termed ``12-months" Wool or Mohair.
3. Because this Wool Show terminates in wool sale of quality fleeces, all fleeces shall have bellies and tags removed. Fleeces not in compliance shall be disqualified.
4. Wether fleeces may be included in the Handspinner White Division only.
5. White Ewe fleeces only in Division 21, Market Class.
6. Each exhibitor will be limited to two fleece entries per class. A fleece may not be shown in more than two divisions.
7. All fleeces entered must have been sheared from sheep or goat owned by the exhibitors. Fleeces shall have been shorn after Sunday, September 16, 2007.
8. The Judge has power to classify fleeces and move fleeces to the correct class before making award.
9. Fleeces will be shown in clear plastic bags, still rolled with flesh side out in a manner to allow their being handled without falling apart.
10. Any fleece entered for competition in the California National Wool Show/Mendocino County Fair Wool Show shall be discriminated against if:
    1. Showing any paint or tar brands (soluble branding fluids permitted).
    2. Showing a weak staple or break in the fiber.
    3. Containing any excess burrs or other vegetable matter, and animal feces.
11. Judging of Fleeces:
    1. Quality of fineness.
    2. Evenness of quality or fineness among the various parts of the fleece
    3. Length and strength of staple
    4. Estimated clean weight
    5. Condition
    6. Character, including crimp and color.
12. Fleeces may be shipped express prepaid, U.S. Mail or UPS, to arrive by Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 2008. Paper cartons are excellent for shipping. United Parcel Service is the fastest and lease expensive way to ship fleeces. Mail to address:
    Wool Show
    Mendocino County Fair
    14400 Highway 128
    P.O. Box 458
    Boonville, CA 95415
13. No Wool & Mohair show fleeces may be removed from the Fair grounds until 6:00 P.M. release time Sunday, September 14, 2008, except those fleeces that have been sold. Buyer must show a receipt.
14. Mohair must be from purebred goats only.
15. All fleeces will be returned after show by UPS--cash on delivery.
16. Use Senior Entry Form and put price per pound if for fleece is for sale.

Section 10:SENIOR LIVESTOCK--HORSE SHOW

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
STALL FEE: $15.00
JUDGING BEGINS: 8:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008 starting with the Junior Horse Show
This Horse Show adheres to State Rules in Sections I-XI.

1. Independent Junior exhibitors must enter an open junior class in the Junior Horse Show unless one is not available. See State Rule VII Rule 16.
2. Exhibitor of horses in Livestock and Horse Show Department will comply with the provisions of the Horse Protection Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-540) and all rules adopted by the United States Secretary of Agriculture to carry out its provision.
3. Unless other rules are specified, rules and definitions for conducting each class as contained in the rule book of the American Horse Show Association, Inc., will apply to this Horse Show, provided they do not conflict with any of the rules and regulations prescribed by the Division of Fairs and Expositions of the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
4. NO MORE THAN ONE OWNER'S NAME ON EACH ENTRY FORM.
5. THREE ENTRIES BY TWO OR MORE EXHIBITORS CONSTITUTE A MINIMUM HORSE SHOW CLASS. Where entries are less than minimum at the closing date of entry, the class shall be canceled. Canceled entries may be transferred without penalty into other classes in the same division. Should entries fall below the minimum after the closing date of entry, a class may be continued with premiums at the discretion of the management.
6. For horse show purposes, the age of an individual on January 1^st shall be maintained throughout the entire year. (For Junior Mount classes only.)
7. The Exhibitor (owner) is limited to two cash awards. See State Rule Section IV Rule 6.
8. Fair management may not retain prize money won in this Department longer than fourteen (14) days after the close of the Horse Show.
9. ATTIRE:
   1. In English Pleasure classes, it is mandatory to wear suitable show hunter or saddle seat attire. Must wear approved helmets with chinstrap in place for jump classes.
   2. In Western classes, helmets recommended but no points will be deducted for not wearing one.
10. POST ENTRIES AND PHONE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
11. Stalls are reserved for exhibitor entries. Balance allotted on first-come, first-served basis after entry closure. Stall rent does not include feed. Bedding for first day is provided.
12. Senior horses to be on grounds by 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008.
13. If there are less than five entrants in OPEN classes, the class will be canceled.

1. Western Equitation - Walk/Jog
2. Western Equitation - OPEN with Add Back
3. Western Pleasure - Walk/Jog
4. Western Pleasure - OPEN with Add Back
5. Trail Novice (not to have won a first place)
6. Trail - OPEN with Add Back
7. English Equitation - Walk/Trot
8. English Equitation - OPEN with Add Back
9. English Pleasure - Walk/Trot
10. English Pleasure - OPEN with Add Back
11. Hunter Hack - Walk/Trot - 24" max.
12. Hunter Hack - OPEN with Add Back - 36" max.

Section 11:SENIOR LIVESTOCK--SHEEP DOG TRIALS

ENTERIES CLOSE: Wednesday, August 6, 2008
ELIMINATION JUDGING BEGINS: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 16
FINALS JUDGING BEGINS: 10:00 a.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008

1. No post entries will be accepted. Entries will be accepted until August 6.
2. Rules for the conduct of Sheep Dog Trials may be obtained from the Fair Office.
3. The top eight dogs of the Eliminations will compete in the Finals, Sunday, September 14, 2008.
4. Limit: Two dogs per handler, but only one dog can qualify for finals.

Section 12:FEATURE EXHIBITS

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS MUST BE COMPLETED BY: 12:00 am (midnight), Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008

1. Limited to residents of Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino Counties and those residing within the boundaries of the Cloverdale School District in Sonoma County.
2. Feature Exhibits (Booths) shall be limited to one entry by or for a county, community, organization, or non-commercial entry.
3. State Rule Section II Rule 7 does not apply to booth exhibitors. Exhibits MUST BE MAINTAINED FOR THE DURATION OF THE FAIR.
4. The description on the entry form for Feature Exhibits (Booths) should indicate the approximate number of square feet required for the display.
5. Feature exhibits must be completed by midnight, Thursday, September 11,2008.
6. No alcoholic beverages allowed on premises during set-up . Disqualification of exhibit from judging will result.
7. The Fair management requests that on Thursday, September 11,2008 after 3:00 p.m. all vehicles associated with the production of the feature booths be removed from the Agriculture Building in order to reduce the congestion and reduce the potential for an accident. It is also advised not to park behind the building since access is still needed for the apple growers.
8. Variety Feature Exhibits (Booths) will be limited to those that display the advantages and diversity of the agricultural products grown in the county, community or area represented.
9. All paper used in the construction must be of an approved flameproof material. The products displayed must have been produced by members of the community or organizations within the area represented. A typewritten or printed list of the products contained in the booth, arranged alphabetically, or separated by classes must be attached to (or be part of) the exhibit or the percentage of the score earned for the variety will not be allowed.
10. Exhibitors are required to remove all labels, signs or other evidence of ownership before presentation for adjudication other than the Exhibitor Tag secured from the Fair Office. All exhibits in this division must display their names appropriate to their exhibit ONLY AFTER JUDGING IS COMPLETED. Standard size name card to use: 1 1/2" by 4".
11. No restriction on the type of containers that may be used to exhibit varieties.

1. This division of agriculture (vegetables, grain) and horticulture (fruit) products grown in California (does not include wood, rock or gravel) are to be displayed to represent an original idea or theme in artistic manner in a three dimensional exhibit.
2. Attach a printed list of products used arranged in alphabetical order. Exhibits with an exposed back must be attractively covered on the outside.
3. The use of recordings, tapes or any other type of sound or noisemaker is PROHIBITED.

Section 13:AGRICULTURE & HORTICULTURE--FRUITS & VEGETABLES

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008 except where noted
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008 for walk-in/out exhibits
VEHICLE LOADING: 9:00 p.m.

1. Limited to residents of Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino Counties and those residing within the boundaries of the Cloverdale School District on Sonoma County.
2. LIMIT: Only two entries per class per exhibitor. Exhibits must be in place by 10:00 pm, Thursday, September 11,2008.
3. The quality desired in agriculture and horticulture product exhibits is the quality that brings the best financial return in the commercial market and such exhibits must be at the least equal in maturity as the state of ripeness required by Section 42513 of the California Agricultural Code in order to be considered for Premium awards.
4. Section 42513 -``Mature" means having reached that stage of ripeness that will ensure the completion of the ripening process to a degree that will insure palatability after the removal of the product from the tree, plant or vine.
5. Section 42515 -``Overripe" means having an advanced state of maturity that causes the product to be undesirable for human consumption in a fresh state.
6. VARIETY OF PRODUCT MUST BE ADEQUATELY AND CORRECTLY LABELED.

Section 14:AGRICULTURE & HORTICULTURE--DECIDUOUS FRUITS/APPLES

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 12:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008, for walk-in/out exhibits

STANDARD PACKAGE

Section 15:AGRICULTURE-HORTICULTURE - DECIDUOUS FRUITS/GRAPE (PLATE DISPLAY)

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008

Section 16:AGRICULTURE & HORTICULTURE--OTHER DECIDUOUS FRUITS

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008

Standard Package is an accepted commercial standard display container. False bottom permitted.
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008 for walk-in/out exhibits
VECHILE LOADING: 9:00 p.m.

Section 17:AGRICULTURE-HORTICULTURE - CONTESTS & COMPETITIONS

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
except PUMPKINS DUE: 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 10, 2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008

LARGEST FRUIT COMPETITION

ALL PUMPKINS DUE: Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 10 am - 8 pm.
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008--Non Anderson Valley Residents. Anderson Valley pumpkins released on/after 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 15, 2008.

ENTRIES FORMS DUE: Friday, August 15, 2008
ENTRIES DUE: Thursday, September 4, 2008
JUDGING: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, September 6
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008

1. Only wine made from grapes or fruit grown in Mendocino County is eligible.
2. Each entry (1 bottle of wine) must be labeled with varietal type and approximate amount of residual sugar. No commercial labels allowed.
3. Exhibitor is limited to 3 entries per class.
4. An amateur is one who does not have an enology degree, nor work in a winery in a winemaking capacity.

1. Limit of one (1) entry per contestant per class. Entry to consist of two (2) 10-13 oz. beer bottles.
2. Bottles must be either green or brown and unlabeled. Bottles that are labeled will be disqualified. Bottles may be sealed with spring fitted stoppers or crown caps.
3. Entries should state exactly what style they are aiming for, i.e., if English Ale, state whether ESB, pale ale, etc.

ENTRIES DUE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
REALEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008

1. Limited to residents of Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino Counties and those residing within the boundaries of the Cloverdale School District of Sonoma County.
2. Exhibits MUST be in place by Midnight, Thursday, September 11,2008.
3. Scarecrow must be completed and ready for placement when brought in. Must use all natural materials (wood, straw, etc., no plastic, etc.)
4. Scarecrow should be stick framed and must be self-supported.

Section 18:FLORICULTURE

ENTRY FORMS DUE (excluding Gardens): Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008; Gardens Completed by 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, 2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008 for Walk-out

1. Limited to residents of Lake, Humboldt, Mendocino Counties and those residing within the boundaries of the Cloverdale School District in Sonoma County.
2. Entry forms for Garden Entries due in office Friday, August 15, 2008. Garden Exhibits MUST be completed and/or in place by 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 10, 2008 or the entry will be disqualified from judging. Removal of gardens must be completed by Wednesday, September 17, 2008, 2008. Items left after this date are no longer the responsibility of the Fair and the exhibitor may be charged for removal.
3. Exhibits in the Floriculture Department must have been grown by the exhibitor within the county, district or community represented by the exhibitor, except classes for arrangements. Florists and nurseries may exhibit plants, plant materials and flowers that they may currently sell but do not necessarily grow.
4. EXHIBITS MUST BE ADEQUATELY AND CORRECTLY LABELED
5. The State and Local Rules and Regulations heretofore contained, governing exhibits and exhibitors, will also govern all exhibits and exhibitors in this department.
6. All flowers and plants exhibited by an individual must be the bona fide property of the exhibitor. All potted plants must have been in the exhibitor's possession for at least 60 days. All flowers or plants exhibited by an organization or group must be in the bona fide property of members of said organization or group.
7. Containers will be furnished for Divisions 68 through 76 - Specimen Divisions.
8. Planter boxes, Division 79 , should contain well established plants, no figurines.
9. All other containers and accessories to be furnished by the exhibitor and must meet with approval of the management.
10. Unsightly containers will not be permitted.
11. Mark your containers. The Fair provides every possible protection, but will not be responsible for lost or stolen articles.
12. The judge will award first, second, or third place, etc., according to merit; if without merit, the judge will make no award under any circumstances. This rule applies whether there are one or more entries in the class.
13. All exhibits should be correctly labeled.
14. After judging, exhibitors must freshen or replace displays in first class condition for the duration of the Fair. Building supervisor has the authority to remove an exhibit from display if it becomes inappropriate due to lack of attention.
15. Committees accepting exhibits in Cut Specimens and Plants Divisions are authorized to transfer entries into proper class and/or division. Committees may deny receipt of entries deemed not worthy of exhibits.

Section 19:FLORICULTURE - GARDEN FEATURE EXHIBITS

ENTRY FORMS DUE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS MUST BE COMPLETED BY: 8:00 pm, Wednesday, September 10, 2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: Monday, September 15, 2008

1. All exhibits must present a fresh and neat appearance and add materially to the beauty of the show. Fresh plant material is required in all exhibits. Largest percentage of plants used in booths must be rooted. Where large size plants are not readily moved in large container, then cut fresh materials may be substituted.
2. Garden Exhibits MUST be completed with major construction and clean-up by 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 10, 2008 or be disqualified from judging. Minor adjustments or rearranging is allowed on Thursday. Please plan ahead and utilize the existing dirt effectively; there may be no more available. Following this year's theme is expected.
3. All exhibits in this Division must display their names on a suitable sign over 7" x 24" AFTER judging is completed.
4. Any garden exceeding the maximum size will be disqualified from judging. No alcoholic beverages are to be on premises during garden preparations. Offending exhibitors will be disqualified from competition.
5. ALL APPLICABLE LOCAL AND STATE RULES APPLY. RULE BOOKS AVAILABLE AT THE FAIR OFFICE.
6. SPECIAL NOTE: A display map should be on exhibit; however, the map itself will not be judged on its artistic presentation, but on its educational value.

Section 20:FLORICULTURE--SPECIMENS

ENTRY FORMS DUE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008 for walk-in/out exhibits

1. Open to amateurs only.
2. QUANTITY: 1 stem in all classes unless stated otherwise.
3. LIMIT: Two entries per class. Fresh flowers are required.
4. Exhibits MUST BE in place by 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008. Containers will be furnished. The Fair management requests that on Thursday, September 11,2008 after 3:00 p.m., all vehicles associated with the delivery of exhibits be removed from the area around the June Hall in order to reduce the congestion and reduce the potential for an accident.
5. Wedging is permitted in division 68 .

Section 21:FLORICULTURE--PLANTS

ENTRY FORMS DUE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008 for Walk-out

1. Open to amateurs only.
2. Plants should be well groomed.
3. All containers must be clean, presentable and complimentary to Fair.
4. One plant per pot - pot not to exceed 12" in diameter.

1. Open to amateurs only.
2. All plants must be rooted and must be a single plant in each separate pot. EACH ENTRY WILL CONSIST OF 5 VARIETIES.
3. Limit one entry per class per exhibitor.
4. Must be in matching containers unless stated otherwise.
5. Floral types must have blooms.
6. Fresh plant material is required.

Section 22:FLORICULTURE--HEATHERS AND HEATHS

ENTRY FORMS DUE: Friday, August 15, 2008
EXHIBITS DUE: 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 11,2008
JUDGING BEGINS: 9:00 am, Friday, September 12, 2008
RELEASE TIME: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2008 for walk-in/out exhibits

1. Open to amateurs only.
2. Plants should be well groomed.
3. All containers should be clean, presentable and suitable.
4. Plants should be labeled as to species and variety.
5. No arrangement accepted over 24" in diameter or 4' in height.
6. No more than one arrangement and beauty bowl entry per person.