Be an Exhibitor

There are many opportunities to be an exhibitor at the Port Hope Fair.

Enter your best pie or the butter tart contest and maybe you’ll be the next provincial winner. Maybe your carrots are prize-winners or you have a drawing that you’d like to enter for judging.

Simply choose the Section(s) and class(es) that you would like to enter, either Print an Entry form or Enter Online Here, pay the membership fee (over 12 years old only) and bring your entry form and exhibits to the Fair.

You can avoid the registration lineup and pay by mail or register on the Tuesday before the Fair or pay online by credit card. When you register in advance you need only to drop off your entries on Thurs pm or Fri am.

Enter Online Here

Kids Exhibitor Categories

Art- Kids Competition

Art Competition and Exhibition

SECTION A

Director in Charge: Lee Higginson, 289-251-7660

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14th.
NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER 9 PM ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30pm

Any medium such as pencil, crayon, pastel, paint, charcoal or marker is acceptable for each drawing and painting class
Only sculptures and carvings should be 3 Dimensional
You may enter up to two works in each class – for example 1b) My Family Portrait

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

Drawing or Painting – 3-6 Years:

1.	Theme: (Decorate) A Fruit or Vegetable
2.	My Family Portrait
3.	My Favourite Animal

Other – 3-6 Years:

4.	A Fruit/Vegetable out of play dough or plasticine
5.	Your choice

Drawing or Painting – 7-10 Years:

6.	Theme: A Crop Field
7.	Self-Portrait
8.	Animal in its habitat
9.	Original Comic Strip/Cartoon
10.	Fruits/Vegetables

Other – 7-10 Years:

11.	A Sculpture or Carving: A Country House
12.	Your Choice

Drawing or Painting – 11-14 Years:

13.	Theme: A Local Farm
14.	Portrait
15.	Animal(s)
16.	Original illustration about a local farm (State Title)

Other – 11-14 Years:

17.	A Fantasy World
18.	Sculpture or Carving: 3 Dimensional Object
19.	Your Choice

Drawing or Painting – 15-18 Years:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

20.	Theme: (Design) A Postcard based on this years theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"
21.	Portrait
22.	Animal(s)
23.	Abstract
24.	Picture from a Photograph (attach Photo)

Other – 15-18 Years:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

25.	Sculpture or Carving: 3 Dimensional Object
26.	Your Choice
Best Overall – Junior Division (under 15) Prize: $25 Sponsorship: Bewdley District Lions Club
Gerald Tooke Award – Best Overall – 15 to 18 years Prize: $25 Sponsorship: Joan Tooke
OAAS Poster Competition Prizes for each Class: 1st $15, 2nd $10 Help Promote the Port Hope Fair Subject: 2023 Port Hope Fair, September 14,15, 16,17, 2023 Poster Theme – “Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture” Rules: Original hand drawn design. One entry per person Size: Minimum 8 1/2″ x 11″ (22x28cm) to maximum 11″ x 17″ (28x43cm). Centered on CARDSTOCK or BRISTOL BOARD give a 5.5cm (2″) border Classes: 1) Up to Grade 4 2) Grades 5 to 8 3) Grades 9 to 12 Judging standards: 50 points: Overall appearance; 30 points: Attract and hold attention; 40 points: Competition theme clear; 10 points: Quality of materials and end product. The winning poster from each class will be eligible to enter the District Competition. District winners will be eligible to enter the Provincial Competition

Jr Horse Competition

Junior Competitions

SECTION J

Director in Charge: Eryn Smelt 905-377-5798 and Todd Smelt 905-377-5898

Section Rules

Please see Exhibitors’ Regulations

All entries must be brought to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday, September 14th or by 11 am on Friday, September 15, 2023.
Entries must be picked up Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm.
Points awarded as follows: 1st 3 points; 2nd 2 points; 3rd 1 point; 4th 1 point

3 to 5 years:

Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

1.	Agriculture picture made from pasta
2.	Collection of 4 leaves mounted on board and labelled – by hand by child
3.	Creation using an egg carton (ie flowers, flag)
4.	Create something you see at the fair from a toilet paper roll
5.	Family Pet: draw a picture and print your pet’s name
6.	Hand or Foot Print made into an animal at the Fair
7.	Hat Decorated to Wear to the Fair Remember the theme, "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture". Hat can be bought or made
8.	Paper lunch bag puppet
9.	Paper Plate Decorated with Farm or farm related pictures
10.	Print Theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" using crayons
11.	Your Choice: Something you like to make

Food is Fun 3 to 5 years:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2

57.

One Large Rice Krispie Square in the Shape of A Farm Animal and Decorated

58.

One Decorated Cookie

An adult may make or purchase the cookie – no larger than 3"

Most Points 3 to 5 Years Prize: $20

6 to 7 years:

Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

12.	Bookmark reflecting theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"
13.	Collage of Farming Pictures
14.	Create a pencil holder out of recycled material
15.	Create a poster promoting the Fair
16.	Creature made out of at least 2 things found in nature (ie pinecones, moss, sticks)
17.	Decorate a hat reflecting theme Hat can be bought or hand made
18.	Design a harvesting tool out of recycled materials no larger than 46" (18")
19.	Picture depicting 1794-2023 farming
20.	Rural Mailbox Made from A Shoebox – Decorated
21.	Create your own masterpiece reflecting theme, "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" can be drawn or use stickers
22.	Wooden spoon decorated to look like an animal at the fair
23.	Your Choice: Not Previously Listed

Food is Fun 6 to 7 years:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2

59.

Haystack Cookies, 3 on a plate

60.

Ice and decorate a cupcake

An adult may make or purchase the cupcake

Most Points 6 to 7 Years Prize: $20

8 to 10 years:

Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

24.	Agricultural theme picture showing types of farm implements
25.	Belt Buckle using any material other than duct tape
26.	Construct an article from Duct Tape
27.	Create a greeting card to reflect the theme
28.	Design an original Emoji to reflect the theme Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture
29.	Diorama of a scene from the fair No larger than 28x36cm (11"x14")
30.	Hand made Jewelry using recycled materials
31.	Hockey Puck Made to Look Like A Farm Animal
32.	Make a Terrarium – no larger than 20cm (8") Should include at least 1 succulent and 1 item found at the fair. no larger than 20 cm (8″)
33.	Reflecting this year’s theme, "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" Create a masterpiece
34.	Your Choice: Not Previously Listed

Food is Fun 8 to 10 years:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2

61.

Sugar Cookies Cut Into Shapes to reflect the theme

3 on A Plate, Use Own Recipe

62.

Ice and Decorate a single layer 8" round cake or 3 cupcakes to reflect the theme

Most Points 8 to 10 Years Prize: $20

11 to 13 years:

Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1

35.	Article of origami (paper folding)
36.	Craft an article using Duct Tape
37.	Original emoji to reflect this year’s theme, "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"
38.	Create a centrepiece Remember the theme, "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"
39.	Create a planter out of recycled materials to reflect theme
40.	Design a harvesting tool from either the past or present
41.	Diorama of a scene from the fair No larger then 28x36cm (11"x14")
42.	Make a musical instrument using recycled materials – no larger than 46cm (18")
43.	Produce an original snapchat filter or hashtag
44.	Produce a photo booth prop
45.	Single Scrapbook page featuring this year’s theme
46.	Your Choice: Not Previously Listed

Food is Fun 11 to 13 years:

63.

Chocolate Chip Cookies – 3 on A Plate. Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2

No Larger Than 3 Inches / 7.6cm

Winner will move on to OAAS District Competition and then possibly to the Provincial Competition.
Open to youth up to age 15 Years (as of December 31st, 2023)
Provincial Prize Money: 1st-$20, 2nd-$15, 3rd-$10
Judging Standard – 25pts-General Appearance, 25pts-Internal Appearance and Texture, 50pts-Flavour

11 to 13 years:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2

64.

Make, Ice and Decorate 3 Cupcakes reflecting this year’s theme

65.

Ginger Snap Cookies, 3 on A Plate

Most Points 11 to 13 Years Prize: $15

14 to 17 years:

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

47.	Article of Knitting, Embroidery, Cross Stitch or Needlepoint
48.	Create a belt buckle
49.	Create a Dream Catcher
50.	Create a centrepiece or door hanger reflecting the theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"
51.	Invent a snapchat filter or hashtag
52.	Handmade piece of clothing worn 225 years ago
53.	Make a homemade item, remember the theme, "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" (bird Feeder, bird house, doll, stuffed animal)
54.	Make a photo booth prop
55.	A Single Scrapbook Page Featuring Theme No larger than 28x36cm
56.	Your Choice: Not Previously Listed

Food is Fun 14 to 17 years:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $2

66.

Chocolate Chip Cookies – 3 on A Plate

No Larger Than 3 Inches / 7.6 Cm

Eligible for the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies District competition if 15 or under

67.

Make, Ice and Decorate 3 Cupcakes to reflect the theme

Most Points 14 to 17 Years Prize: $20

All Juniors – Vegetables:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

68.	Heaviest Cob of Corn, Husked
69.	Longest Carrot
70.	Largest Vegetable or Fruit – Named (no Pumpkins)
71.	Bunch of Radishes
72.	4 Varieties of Apples Labelled and Displayed on a plate
73.	Potatoes – 3 on A Plate (dirt Brushed Off)
74.	6 Vegetable Seeds Labelled and Displayed
75.	3 Different Root Vegetables Labelled and Displayed
76.	Most Oddly Shaped Vegetable or Fruit – Identified

All Juniors – Flowers:

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

77.	Edible Flowers, Labelled, 3 Blooms
78.	Sunflowers – 3 Blooms
79.	Marigolds – 3 Blooms
80.	Wild Flowers in A Mason jar
81.	Bouquet of Fresh Flowers that attract butterflies in a suitable container
82.	Small Succulent
Most Points – Flowers and Vegetables Prize: $15 Sponsorship: Port Hope Garden Club

Open Specials:

83.	A Farmer: Fruit and fabric may be used provided at least 80% of the person Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 Or creature consists of vegetables. Sponsorship: Bonnie Aiken
84.	Old Fashioned Christmas Tree Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 Free standing tree not over 3ft/90cm including the base, decorated to reflect the theme We suggest either a cedar or a small potted tree 1st prize sponsored by: H. Richardson Farms 2nd prize sponsored by: David & Jennifer Walker and Family 3rd prize sponsored by: David & Jennifer Walker and Family
85.	Any Quilted Item Made of Fabric Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 Lap or Crib Quilt, Block, Wall Hanging, Cushion Top. May be pieced or appliqued, hand or machine-quilted or tied Sponsorship: Lakeshore Quilter’s Guild
86.	Farm Special – Farm Equipment, 3D Display Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $9, 3rd: $6 No larger then 45sm square, showing traditional and or modern farm equipment in this County Any medium Sponsorship: Jennifer Lansley
87.	Theme Special: A Centrepiece using wheat – no taller than 1 metre Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Sponsorship: Emily Field
88.	Bewdley Lions Special; Create A Model Depicting A Fair Prize: $25 Maximum sized base 40x40cm, height is your choice 1st prize sponsored by: Bewdley District Lions Club
89.	Seed Picture of a Vegetable or Flowers Using A Variety of Seeds Ages 3-8 Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 No larger then 30x30cm Sponsorship: Garden Hill Farmers Market
90.	Seed Picture of a Vegetable or Flowers Using A Variety of Seeds Ages 9-14 Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 No larger than 30x30cm Sponsorship: Garden Hill Farmers Market
91.	Model of A 3D Midway Ride – Under 15 years Prize: Candy Floss 1st place Gift Certificate offered by: All Canadian Entertainment, 2 X Ride Bracelets 2nd place Gift Certificate offered by: All Canadian Entertainment, 1 Ride Bracelet 3rd place Gift Certificate offered by: All Canadian Entertainment, 30 Ride Tickets

Scarecrow Competition:

316.

Large Scarecrow – 1 metre/39 Inches or Taller. Remember the Theme Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10

Must include at least 2 fruits or vegetables

317.

Miniature Scarecrow – 50-80cm/20-39" in Height, incl stand. Remember the Theme Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

Must include at least 2 fruits or vegetables.

School Displays:

335.

School Display: Depicting "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture’" Prize: $30

To ensure sufficient space is available (display area, 2.5m x 1.5m with table space below) please notify the Junior Competition Director prior to September 8, 2023 of your intent to participate.
$30 to each participating school.

Download the Horse Show Entry Form

Mock Poultry Show Kids

Mock Poultry Show

SECTION MP

Director in Charge: Diana Barrett 905-342-2620 and Kathryn McHolm 905-753-2196

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30pm

The Mock Poultry Show is to replace our traditional Poultry and Waterfowl show, while Avian Flu is a threat. Entries in this show will be displayed in a tent in the agricultural area.

Entries must be hand made by the exhibitor. Any medium or combination of materials may be used; wood, metal, steel, wire, paper, fabric, yarn, recycled materials etc., to create a 3-dimensional bird.

Creations must not exceed 30 cm (12″) in width or depth, and be less than 45 cm (18″) in height. Entry tags must be attached to the birds.

Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10, 4th: $5

Youth Classes 14 and under:

3.	Chicken
4.	Other Poultry

Photography – Kids

Photography

SECTION P

Director in Charge: Davandra Cribbie, fmnelly@hotmail.com

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14th.
NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER 9 PM ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30pm

PLEASE NOTE:

Asking that the images be borderless, and printed on 5×7 photo paper

SECTION SPONSORED BY: WELLINGTON SUITES

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Youth Classes:

9.	Dots, Dashes and Diagonals
10.	Through the Generations
11.	You Are What You Eat
12.	Caught Off Guard/Action
13.	Color Your World

Junior Classes (12 and Under):

14.	Old MacDonald had a Farm Sponsorship: Epic Momentum Inc
15.	Learning Something New Sponsorship: Epic Momentum Inc
16.	Helping Hands Sponsorship: Epic Momentum Inc
17.	Plains, Trains and Automobiles Sponsorship: Epic Momentum Inc
18.	My Best Friend (Pets) Sponsorship: Epic Momentum Inc

OAAS PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

Junior Division: Youth up to age 15 years (as of December 1st, 2023)

Competition is open to NON-Professional Photographer members of the society.

You must save your photos in high resolution on a USB stick.

Photos must be taken during the 2023 Fair.

ABSOLUTELY no digital image enhancement allowed. All enhanced images will be disqualified.

Judging will be done by a committee approved by the OAAS Convention Manager.

Images will be shown, and awards will be presented at the upcoming OAAS Convention. Prize money will be distributed after the Convention in February. All images will become the property of the OAAS and may be used and posted without compensation or acknowledgement.

Please submit entries no later than November 1st, to the Fair Secretary, PO Box 283, Port Hope, L1A 3W4.

Convention Prize Money: 1st-$20, 2nd-$16, 3rd-$12, 4th-$7, 5th-$5

40.	Candid Shot of people having fun at the fair
41.	Creatures and critters at the Fair
42.	Brilliant colours at the fair
43.	Most unusual display at the fair

All Ages Exhibitor Categories

4H Beef Calf Club

4H Beef Calf Clubs

Director in Charge: Dustin Taylor 705-772-3284

Assistan Director: Kim Raynard

Open to members in Durham and Northumberland Counties. Sponsored by HTM Insurance Company

General Rules

Competition shall be an open inter-club 4-H show with no entry fee.
Entries in livestock classes mus be 4-H members’ projects in the current year.
Claves must be tied in a designated area and grouped according to 4-H Clubs with each participating club clearly marked.
All entries must be in tie-up area by 10am.
For entry in the Tie-Up Competition, a club must have at least 3 calves present.
Exhibitors in the livestock classes will be identified by numbers which must be worn while in the show ring.
Classes will be judged on the group system of placing.
Committee in charge reserves the right to make adjustments to the program if needed.
Northumberland County Showing Dress Code in effect.

Classes:

1.	Novice Showmanship Members 9 to 11 years of age before January 1, 2023
2.	Jr. Showmanship Members 12 to 14 years of age before January 1, 2023
3.	Intermediate Showmanship Members 15 to 17 years of age before January 1, 2023
4.	Senior Showmanship Members 18 to 21 years of age before January 1, 2023
5.	Senior Yearling January 1 to March 31, 2022
6.	Junior Yearling April 1 to December 31, 2022
7.	Junior Heifer January 1 to May 31, 2022
8.	Steer Any breed or cross

4-H Member Support from Port Hope & District Agricultural Society.

Each exhibiting 4-H member shall receive $20 for showmanship and $20 for conformation.

A $25 Showmanship Award is given by the Port Hope & District Agricultural Society.

4H Club Exhibits

Art – Adults

Art – Adult Classes

SECTION A

Director in Charge: Lee Higgins, 289-251-7660

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14th.
NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER 9 PM ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30pm

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

Adult:

27.	Theme: (Design) A Book Cover Based on this year’s theme (Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture)
28.	Portrait
29.	Animal(s)
30.	Abstract
31.	Local Interest (Landscape, Landmark, Event, People)

Other:

32.

Sculpture or Carving: 3D Object

33.

Your Choice

Award of Excellence – Adult Prize: 50.00 Gift Certificate

Baking

BAKING

SECTION B

Director in Charge: Claire Carrie, 905-373-566

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14 or by 11am on Friday September 15.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30pm

Rules for Baking (No Refrigeration Available)

NO COMMERCIAL MIXES, PIE FILLINGS OR ICING
All plates used for exhibits must be disposable and all exhibits must be in a clear plastic bag or covered with a plastic wrap. Add tag to outside.
Suggestion: Temper foil pie plates for 20 minutes in 400° oven before using to help pies bake on the bottom
OAAS Judging Standards Book available to exhibitors upon request
Points awarded as follows: 1st 3 points; 2nd 2 points; 3rd 1 point

Most points Baking class Prize: $25

Most points in classes 1-25

Grand Prize Special – Baking & Canning Prize: $30 Gift Certificate Sponsored by Whale Family Chiropractic

Most Points in Baking and Canning & Preserving

*The winner must show in both sections

Best Overall Pie Prize: $10

Best Overall Cake Prize: $10

Bread, Biscuits & Buns (Do not use bread machine for #1-6):

Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

1.	Tea Biscuits, Cheese – 3 Sponsorship: Rick & Debbie Tukendorf
2.	Scones with Raisins – 3
3.	Whole Wheat Bread, – 1 Loaf
4.	White Bread – 1 Loaf.
5.	Fancy Yeast Bread or Buns (3)
6.	Bread Rolls – 3
7.	Bread Machine Loaf – 1

Cookies:

Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

8.	Chocolate Chip – 3
9.	Oatmeal Raisin – 3
10.	Ginger – 3
11.	Peanut Butter – 3
12.	Thumbprint – 3
13.	Gluten Free – 3

Cakes:

Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

14.	Cupcakes, 3 iced for Halloween
15.	Banana Cake – Iced – 8×8 Square
16.	Applesauce Cake – 8×8 Square

Muffins and Loaves:

Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

17.	Carrot Pineapple Muffin – 3
18.	Raisin Bran Muffin – 3
19.	Chocolate Zucchini Loaf – Small
20.	Cherry Loaf

Candy:

21.

Fudge, 3 Pieces any Kind Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Tarts:

Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

22.	Fruit Tarts – 3
23.	Coconut Jam Tarts – 3

Squares:

Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

24.	Brownie or Blondie – 3
25.	Date – 3

Theme Special: Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture:

26.

MAPLE SYRUP BUNDT CAKE Prizes: 1st: $75, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $35 Gift Certificate 1st, 2nd & 3rd Prize will also receive a bottle of Maple Syrup Sponsored by Scott Davis/Your Independent Grocer

PLEASE USE RECIPE PROVIDED

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

1 Cup Unsalted Butter
1 Cup Sugar
1 Cup Brown Sugar
2/3 Cup Maple Syrup
2 Eggs
1 Teaspoon Vanilla
3 Cups All Purpose Flour
1 Cup Milk
2 Teaspoons Baking Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
FROSTING
1/4 Cup Butter, 2 Cups Icing Sugar, 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla, 1/4 Cup Maple Syrup
Melt butter and add icing sugar, vanilla and syrup. Whisk together and drizzle over cake.
(If icing is too thin add a little more icing sugar)
If you wish – decorate with nuts – not mandatory

Make the Cake

Beat butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time.

Stir flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda into a bowl.

Add 1/3 of it to the batter followed by 1/2 of the milk, mix to combine.

Add another 1/3 of the flour and remainder of milk, mix to combine and then add remaining flour.

Make sure to incorporate completely in between each addition.

Pour into a well greased bundt pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until skewer inserted comes out clean.

Remove from oven and allow to sit for 10 minutes.

Then flip it upside down onto a cooling rack and remove pan.

Let cool completely before doing the drizzle.

Specials: 1st Place Item Goes to the Sponsor:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

27.

Glazed Lemon Loaf

28.

Chocolate Chip Banana Loaf

29.

Loaf or Plate of Items Made with Maple Syrup

30.

Raspberry Pie

31.

Blueberry Pie

32.

Old Fashion Raisin Pie

33.

Cherry Pie

34.

Apple Pie

35.

Blueberry Coffee Cake

36.

Chocolate Cake, Iced

37.

White Cake, Iced

38.

Tomato Soup Cake

39.

Carrot Cake, Iced

40.

Six – Fall Themed Decorated Sugar Cookies

41.

Sour Dough Loaf – White

42.

Sour Dough Loaf – Whole Wheat

43.

Sour Dough Rolls – Sweet or Savory

44.

Display of Assorted Baked Items Suitable for a Shut In

A minimum of 10 items with at least 3 varieties displayed in a container no higher than 9 in.
Judged on appearance, taste, display and creativity.

Seniors’ Most Points Prize: $20

Classes 45-49

Open to ladies and gentlemen over the age of 60 years.
All rules of the main baking section apply
Points won in the Seniors’ Section will not apply for the main section’s prize;
1st prize 3 points, 2nd prize points, 3rd prize 1 point.

Seniors:

45.	Tea Biscuits, plain 3
46.	Blueberry Muffins, 3
47.	Orange Loaf with raisins, small or half
48.	Butter Tarts, 3
49.	Sugar Cookies, 3

Special for Men Only:

50.

Your favourite Baked Item Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Special People, Developmentally and/or physically challenged youth or adults:

51.

Any Article of Baking Prize: $5 and Ribbon

No Entry Fee

Beef

DIRECTOR IN CHARGE: Dustin Taylor : 705-772-3284

ASSISTANT DIRECTORS: Kim Raynard and Holly Hutchinson

Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 12 noon

Supported by Northumberland Cattleman’s Association

ANGUS

Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $25, 5th: $15, $10

Bulls:

Bull Calf

Born after January 1st, 2023

Minimum 3 Months of Age

Yearling Bull

Born between January 1st, 2022 and December 31st, 2022

Females:

3.	Heifer Calf – Born after January 1, 2023 Minimum 3 Months of Age
4.	Heifer Born between April 1st, 2022 to December 31st, 2022
5.	Heifer – Born January 1, 2022 to March 31, 2022
6.	Two year old born with natural 2023 Calf at side Born January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021
7.	Cow with Natural 2023 Calf at side born Before December 31, 2022 Calves with cows in classes 6 & 7 are not eligible to show in Classes 1 & 3
8.	Breeder’s Herd – 4 Animals Bred by the Exhibitor, Both Sexes Represented

CHAROLAIS

Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $25, 5th: $15, $10

Bulls:

Bull Calf

Born after January 1st, 2023

Minimum 3 Months of Age

Yearling Bull

Born between January 1st, 2022 and December 31, 2022

Females:

3.	Heifer Calf – Born after January 1, 2023 Minimum 3 Months of Age
4.	Heifer Born between April 1st, 2022 to December 31st, 2022
5.	Heifer – Born January 1, 2022 to March 31, 2022
6.	Two year old born with Natural 2023 calf at side Born January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021
7.	Cow with Natural 2023 Calf at side born Before December 31, 2022 Calves with cows in classes 6 & 7 are not eligible to show in Classes 1 & 3
8.	Breeder’s Herd – 4 Animals Bred by the Exhibitor, Both Sexes Represented

ALL OTHER BREEDS

Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $25, 5th: $15, $10

Bulls:

Bull Calf

Born after January 1st, 2023

Yearling Bull

Born between January 1st, 2022 and December 31st, 2022

Females:

3.	Heifer Calf – Born after January 1, 2023 Minimum 3 Months of Age
4.	Heifer Born between April 1, 2022 to December 31st, 2022
5.	Heifer – Born January 1, 2022 to March 31, 2022
6.	Two year old born with natural 2023 Calf at side Born January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021
7.	Cow with Natural 2023 Calf at side born Before December 31, 2022 Calves with cows in classes 6 & 7 are not eligible to show in Classes 1 & 3
8.	Breeder’s Herd – 4 Animals Bred by the Exhibitor, Both Sexes Represented

Canning

Canning & Preserving

SECTION C

Director in Charge: Linda Armstrong 289-829-0343 Assistant: Megan Webster

Canning Section Rules

Please see Exhibitors’ Regulations

All entries must be brought to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday, September 14th or by 11 am on Friday, September 15, 2023.
Entries must be picked up Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm.
For all classes, use snap lids only. No artificial colouring is to be used in any form.
Unless otherwise specified, any size canning jar may be used, for example, 125 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml.
All entries must be cut in traditional style; for example, icicle pickles cut in lengths.
Use fresh local produce as much as possible.
Points awarded as follows: 1st 3 points; 2nd 2 points; 3rd 1 point.

Tips for Canning and Preserves

Wash jars thoroughly. Select proper size for the category.
Follow cooking instructions carefully.
Follow sealing instructions for snap lids. Overfilling and under filling can cause seal failure.
The recommended headspace for jams and jellies is ¼ inch.
Slide a rubber spatula between the jar and food to remove air bubbles. Re-adjust “headspace”.
Wipe jar rim, removing any food particles or stickiness.
Centre snap lid on jar and apply screw bands. As the jars cool, the lids snap down creating an air-tight, vacuum seal Sealed lids curve downward in centre. Do not retighten screw bands. Store in a cool, dry place.

OAAS Judging Standards Book is available to exhibitors upon request.

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

Canning & Preserving Achievement Award Prize: $20 and $25 Gift Card

A $45 award is awarded to the exhibitor with the most points in Canning, excluding specials. This prize cannot be won by the same person more than 2 consecutive years.

CANNED FRUIT:

1.	Applesauce
2.	Cherries
3.	Peaches
4.	Pears
5.	Tomatoes – Stewed
6.	Tomatoes – Whole or Passata
7.	Fruit Cocktail, 2 or more fruits

PICKLES: Entries to be traditionally cut:

8.	Beets
9.	Bread and Butter
10.	Dill Cucumbers
11.	Icicle
12.	Mixed Vegetable
13.	Pickled Beans, whole
14.	Onions, Whole
15.	Sauerkraut
16.	Other: Pickle, Named

Note: Relishes contain small uniform pieces of vegetables or fruit. Chutneys are chopped pieces or pulp of fruit mixed with raisins and/or chopped vegetables. The liquid is thicker than that of a relish.

RELISHES, CHUTNEYS:

17.	Chow Chow Relish
18.	Corn Relish
19.	Cucumber Relish
20.	Mango Chutney
21.	Other Fruit Chutney, Named

SAUCES:

22.	Tomato Sauce
23.	BBQ Sauce
24.	Mustard Sauce
25.	Chili Sauce

JAMS & MARMALADES:

26.	Freezer Jam, Named
27.	Blueberry Jam
28.	Cherry Jam
29.	Mixed Fruit Jam, Named
30.	Peach Jam
31.	Raspberry Jam
32.	Strawberry Plus One Additional Fruit Jam
33.	Wild Fruit Jam, Named
34.	Orange Marmalade
35.	Other Jam or Marmalade, Named

JELLIES:

36.	Apple Jelly
37.	Crabapple Jelly
38.	Grape Jelly
39.	Red Currant Jelly
40.	Wine Jelly
41.	Mint Jelly
42.	Other Jelly, Named

MASTER CANNER:

43.	Nine Day Pickle
44.	Sugar-Free Jam
45.	Pectin-Free Jam

SPICY SPECIALS: (250 ml jar minimum) 1st place entry given to sponsor:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

46.

Pickled Hot Peppers

47.

Hot Pepper Jelly

48.

Hot Sauce

SALSA SPECIALS: (250 ml jar) 1st place entry is given to sponsor:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

49.

Peach Salsa

50.

Pepper & Tomato Salsa

51.

Salsa Verde

THEME SPECIALS: "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" (500 ml jar):

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

52.

Spaghetti Sauce

53.

Canned Vegetable

Example Beans, Peas, Corn

54.

Fruit Pie Filling

FOODLAND COBOURG SPECIALS (500 ml jar):

55.

FOODLAND COBOURG BEST OF SHOW AWARD Prize: 1st Rosette + $30 Prize Coupons from Foodland Cobourg

Port Hope Fair’s “best home canning” entry. Only one entry in the class per person.
An entry in this class doesn’t exclude entering the same product in another class in the Canning and Preserving competition.
The judge will select the winner based on flavour and quality of canning.

56.

FOODLAND COBOURG GIFT PACK COMPETITION Prizes: 1st: 1st Rosette + $30 prize coupon from Foodland Cobourg, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

A Gift Pack with a minimum of 3 jars celebrating Local Agriculture and reflecting the “Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture” theme. The judge will select the winner based on creativity of presentation, quality of home canned products, and appropriateness of presentation.

ALL CANADIAN ENTERTAINMENT JAM SPECIALS:

1st Prize Entry is given to the Sponsor

Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $5

57.

Strawberry Jam, 250 ml jar

58.

Freezer Type Strawberry Jam, 250 ml jar

Children’s Pet Show

Sunday, September 17, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, South Field

The Pet Show is hosted by Northumberland Humane Society and Sponsored by Justin’s Pet Store.

Pet Show Rules

1 This show is for children under 14 accompanied by an adult
2 Entries will be accepted 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm – Dog owners have until 1:30 pm to register
3 All dogs must be leashed. All other pets must come in a pet carrier. Cats should not be removed from the carrier unless on a leashed harness.
4 All cats and dogs must have current vaccinations, especially a recent rabies vaccination.
5 The judge’s decision is final. Prizes will be awarded at the end of each class.

Classes:

1.	Cats Judged on Eyes, whisker looks and length, unusual coat markings, tail length and prettiest tail, grooming including nails, temperament, weight, height, age, and hair coat length.
2.	Dogs Judged on Height, weight, tricks pets can do, tail length, grooming including nails, hair coat length, behaviour, temperament, and ear look and length.
3.	Pocket Pets awards for Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Gerbils, rats, reptiles, others (you bring it and you can show it)
4.	Bunnies Judged on Ear look and length, size, unusual markings, wiggliest nose, coat health
5.	Most Unusual Pet Based on not only the health, and behaviour of pet but also the owner’s knowledge of how to care for the pet.

Dairy Calf Show

Director in Charge: Paul Cole (905)396-7923, Ed Henderson, Brian Nelson

NOTES:

The Dairy Calf Show is for those of 4-H age.
The committee in charge reserves the right to make changes to the program if needed.
Prizes will be awarded by the Port Hope & District Agricultural Society.

Saturday, September 16, 2023 at noon.

Special prizes:

Best Dairy Calf Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
Best Showperson Overall Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10

Dairy Calf Show:

1.	Junior Heifer Calf, Born after March 1, 2023
2.	Intermediate Heifer Calf, December 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023
3.	Senior Heifer Calf, September 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022
4.	Yearling Heifer, March 1st, 2022 to August 31, 2022
5.	Senior / Intermediate dairy showmanship Exhibitors aged 15-21
6.	Junior Dairy Showmanship Exhibitors aged 12-14
7.	Novice dairy showmanship Exhibitors aged 9-11

Fair Display Competition

SECTION FD

Director in Charge: Cory Elliott, 905-885-0126

Create an outdoor display using primarily plant material such as hay bales, corn-stalks, flowers, vegetables to promote Port Hope Fair. The display must be easily viewed by the public from the road or street. Store windows are eligible to be judged and to win prizes.

Displays must be in place by August 31st and must contain the Port Hope Fair name and dates (September 14,15,16 & 17, 2023). Judging will take place September 2nd/3rd.

Call or email entries to Cory Elliott at 905-885-0126 or email coryelliott3@gmail.com. Please ensure to leave the address of entry location.

Two Fair Weekend passes will be given to each entry.

THEME: CELEBRATING 190 YEARS OF AGRICULTURE

Prizes: 1st: $75, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $25

Classes:

FAMILY, INDIVIDUAL, CLUB OR SCHOOL

BUSINESS

Farm & Field Crops

Farm and Field Crops

SECTION FF

Director in Charge: Bruce & Cindy Buttar 905-373-6175, Allan Carruthers 905-376-5049, Brian Taylor 905-753-2451

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations

All Entries must be brought to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 11am on Friday September 15, 2023
Entries must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm
All entrants must be members of the Port Hope & District Agricultural Society

NOTE: Hay must be displayed in a clear plastic bag.

Special prizes:

Farm Crops Prize: $20 and Trophy

Most Points Classes 1 to 13

FARM & FIELD CROPS:

1.	One Sheaf Ensilage Corn (10 Stalks) Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
2.	One Dozen Ears Grain Corn Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: Allan Carruthers
3.	Two Soybean Plants, Roots Included Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: Barbara Irwin
4.	Oats, 5 Lbs or Greater, Grown from Certified Seed Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
5.	Barley, 5 Lbs or Greater, Grown from Certified Seed Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
6.	Mixed Grain (5 Lbs or Greater) Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
7.	Wheat, 5 Lbs or Greater (SOFT) Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
8.	Wheat, 5 Lbs or Greater (HARD) Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
9.	Hay, 1st Cut 4" Slice from Bale 75% Legumes Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
10.	Hay, 2nd or 3rd Cut 4" Slice from Bale 75% Legumes Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
11.	Hay 1st Cut 4" Slice from Bale Mixed Hay Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
12.	Haylage or Baleage, 1/2 Peck 1st Cut Haylage or Baleage Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
13.	Sweet Corn, 6 Ears from Commercial Crop Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10

Field Must be Minimum Size Five (5) Acres in Each Competition. To qualify for prizes in the Field Crop competitions, contestants must enter a sample from the judged field in the respective competitions on Fair weekend.

Field Competitions – Most Points Prize: Prize

Highest total points in any four (4) competitions. To be presented at awards dinner

Field Competition:

Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $12, 5th: $10, 6th: $8, 7th: $5

14.	Hay For a Field at least 50% Legumes
15.	Wheat
16.	Grain Corn
17.	Silage Corn
18.	Soybeans

Fruits and Veg

Fruits and Vegetables

SECTION F

Director in Charge: Port Hope and District Agricultural Society

Fruits and Vegetables Section Rules

Please see Exhibitors’ Regulations

All entries must be brought to the Fall Fair Centre and received by the Director in Charge by 9pm on Thursday, September 14th or by 11 am on Friday, September 15, 2023.
Entries must be picked up Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm.
Please bring your own plates or containers for vegetables and fruit classes.
Please wash and trim all root vegetables. Leave on 1 1/2″ tops.
Please leave stem on all squash and pumpkins.
Please leave calyx on all tomatoes.
It is expected that entries will be home-grown by entrant.
For collection classes 61-64, varieties should be named.
Please see the Junior Competition for the Scarecrow Competition.
Points awarded as follows: 1st 3 points; 2nd 2 points; 3rd 1 point.

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

Fruit:

1.	Apples (any Variety), 3 on A Plate
2.	Crabapples, at least 10 in a Container
3.	Muskmelon (any Variety), 2
4.	Pears (any Variety), 3 on a Plate
5.	Raspberries, any variety, at least 12 in a container
6.	Watermelon, any variety, 1
7.	Any fruit not mentioned above. Variety named Prize: $2

Vegetables:

8.	Beans, Green, 6 on a Plate
9.	Beans, Purple, 6 on a Plate
10.	Beans, Yellow, 6 on a Plate
11.	Beets, Cylindrical, 3 on A Plate
12.	Beets, Round, 3 on A Plate
13.	Broccoli, 1 Head, Leaves on
14.	Brussel Sprouts, 1 Stock
15.	Cabbage, Any Variety, 1
16.	Carrots, Long (over 7") Leave on 1.5" Tops
17.	Carrots, Short (under 7"). Leave on 1.5" Tops
18.	Cauliflower, 1 Head, Leaves on
19.	Celery, on Bunch/plate
20.	Corn, Sweet, Any Variety (husked) 3 on A Plate
21.	Cucumbers, Pickling, Large Size Dill, 4/plate
22.	Cucumbers, Pickling, Small Size Dill, 4/plate
23.	Eggplant, 1
24.	Garlic, 3 on A Plate
25.	Onions, Green, 3 Tied Together
26.	Onions, Spanish Yellow, White or Red, 2/plate
27.	Parsnips – with 1 1/2" Tops, 3 on A Plate
28.	Peppers Hot Any Variety 3 on A Plate, Named
29.	Peppers, Sweet Green 3 on A Plate
30.	Peppers, Sweet Red 3 on A Plate
31.	Peppers, Sweet Yellow 3 on A Plate
32.	Potatoes, Red, Named, 3 on A Plate
33.	Potatoes, White, Named, 3 on A Plate
34.	Potatoes, Yellow, Named, 3 on A Plate
35.	Pumpkin, Jack O’lantern, Orange, 1
36.	Pumpkin/gourds, Ornamental or Gourds, 3
37.	Pumpkin, Pie, Orange, 1
38.	Pumpkin, White,1
39.	Pumpkin, Other, Not in Above Classes, 1 Prize: $3 Variety named;
40.	Squash, Buttercup, 1
41.	Squash, Butternut, 1
42.	Squash, Hubbard, 1
43.	Squash, Pepper/Acorn, 1 on A Plate
44.	Squash, Other, Not Specified Above, 1 Prize: $2
45.	Tomatoes, Cherry, 6 on A Small Plate
46.	Tomatoes, Green, 3 on A Plate
47.	Tomatoes, Italian, 6 on A Plate
48.	Tomatoes, Red, 3 on A Plate
49.	Tomatoes, Yellow, 3 on A Plate
50.	Turnip, Any Variety, 1
51.	Zucchini, under 12", Stem on, 2/plate
52.	Other Vegetable Named, Not Previously Mentioned in Classes 8 to 51 Prize: $2

Special Classes: Largest in classes 53 to 58 will be determined by weight:

53.

Largest Beet, by Weight, Less Than 1" Top Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5

54.

Largest Cabbage Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5

55.

Largest Carrot Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5

56.

Largest Onion Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5

57.

Largest Tomato, Calyx on Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5

58.

Largest Zucchini Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5

59.

Largest Sunflower Head Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5

60.

Largest Pumpkin Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $10, 5th: $5

61.

Collection of Onions (3 Kinds, 2 of Each) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

62.

Collection of Peppers (3 Varieties, 2 of Each) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

63.

Collection of Potatoes (3 Kinds, 2 of Each) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

64.

Collection of Tomatoes (3 Kinds, 2 of Each) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

Most Points in Classes 1 to 64 Prizes: 1st: Gift Certificate, 2nd: Gift Certificate & Maple Syrup, 3rd: Gift Certificate, 4th: $10, 5th: $5

65.

Oddest Fruit or Vegetable (as voted by Fair patrons) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

All Fruits and Vegetable Exhibitors may enter their name in a draw for various prizes.

Prizes donated by

Small Farm Canada
Johnston Family Farm Market
Tracey Harness – A&T Kountry Kanning

Goat Show

GOAT SHOW

Director in Charge: Patrick McClean 905-375-5290

Sunday, September 17th at 11:30am

ALPINE

NUBIAN

LAMANCHA

SAANEN

ALL OTHER PUREBREDS

RECORDED GRADE

Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $20, 4th: $15, 5th: $10

Classes:

1.	Doe Kids, 3 to 6 months
2.	Doe Kids, 6 to 12 months
3.	Yearlings, 12 to 24 months that have never borne a kid
4.	Milkers, 1 to 2 years
5.	Milkers, 2 to 3 years
6.	Milkers, 3 to 5 years
7.	Milkers, 5 years and older

CHAMPION CHALLENGE & MARKET KID CLASSES

Champion Challenge Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $20

Finished Champion Does to compete with GCH of the day for best of the breed

Market Kid Classes – 3 to 6 Months Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $20

10.

Market Kid Classes – 6-12 Months Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $20

SPECIAL RIBBONS

1.	BEST JUNIOR IN SHOW
2.	BEST UDDER IN SHOW
3.	BEST SENIOR DOE IN SHOW

SHOWMANSHIP

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $5, 4th: $5, 5th: $5

Classes:

1.	Up to 13 years old
2.	13 – 18 years old

Handcrafts

SECTION H

Director in charge: Julia Atkins-McParlan, 905-885-0236

Handcrafts Department Rules

Please see Exhibitors’ Regulations
All entries must be brought to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9 pm on Thursday September 14 or by 11 am on Friday September 15, 2023
Entries must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm
All entries must be HANDMADE, NEW, UNUSED WORK, not previously entered
Only 1 article per class/per person is allowed

OAAS Judging Standards Book is available to exhibitors upon request

Points awarded as follows: 1st prize 3 points; 2nd prize 2 points; 3rd prize 1 point

Tips for Exhibitors

Entries will be judged as follows: craftsmanship 45%, creative design, colour and materials 40%, general appearance 15%
Entries should be neat, clean and well-pressed if required
Work should be finished appropriately and ready for use (mounted, framed or incorporated into accessory for the home)
Colour scheme should be harmonious, including background or frame, and should suit the design and use of the article
Material chosen should suit the use of the article and complement the design

Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

HANDCRAFTS:

1.	Appliqued Wall Hanging Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5
2.	Paper-Pieced Quilt Item
3.	Baby Clothes, 3pc Set, any style
4.	Banner, Highlighting the Theme; "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"
5.	Bazaar Item, Not Knitted, Not Otherwise Listed
6.	Bird Feeder
7.	Candle Holder (single or Set of 2)
8.	Carrying Case, For any electronic device, incl cell phone
9.	Clay Pot, Decorated
10.	Cushion, For A Young Girl’s Bedroom
11.	Cushion, for a Young Boy’s Bedroom
12.	Decoration For an Herb Garden
13.	Doll, Handmade
14.	Felted Article This is the technique of felting from a knitted or crocheted object-not an item made of or decorated with felt
15.	Hallowe’en Mask
16.	Hat, Historical or Whimsical
17.	Heirloom of the Future
18.	Jewellery, One Beaded Piece
19.	Jewellery, One Non-Beaded Piece
20.	Jewellery Set, Non-Beaded, 2 Piece Minimum
21.	Office/desk Organizer
22.	Placemats, Set of 2, Any Medium
23.	Stuffed Animal, Chose A Canadian One
24.	Tote Bag, made of fabric
25.	Wall Art, Using Natural Materials For Use Inside or Outside
26.	Wind Chime, with A Beautiful Sound
27.	Your Choice, Article Not Previously Listed and Not Made of Fabric

PAPER CRAFTS:

28.	Origami (paper folding) sculpture
29.	Scrapbooking -2 pages, Fair theme. "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"
30.	Scrapbooking: single page, Port Hope, My Town
31.	Scrapbooking: single page, Family
32.	Handmade Greeting Card, any occasion

STAINED GLASS:

Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

33.	Stained Glass Lamp and/or Lamp Shade
34.	Sun Catcher, A Bird of Your Choice
35.	Window Hanging, May Be Either Round or Rectangular

FUSED GLASS:

36.

Jewellery – Fused Glass Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

37.

Decorative Fused Glass / usable item

WOODWORK – Most Points Prize: $50

Most points in Woodworking, Classes 38-44

WOODWORK:

38.	Birdhouse Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5
39.	Bowl
40.	Hand carved bird Prizes: 1st: $11, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3
41.	Tray for serving drinks outdoors
42.	Turned wooden article, not a bowl
43.	Wood-Burning as A Decorative Element
44.	Wooden Article with Moving Parts Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

CHRISTMAS CORNER:

45.	A Christmas Decoration of the Future
46.	A Christmas Decoration of the Past
47.	Handmade Ornament
48.	Stocking – Any Medium
49.	Table Runner or Wall Hanging
50.	Victorian Wreath
51.	Your Choice, Christmas Item Not Previously Listed

SAVE THE PLANET: Must use recycled materials:

52.	Basket, Design of the Future
53.	Braided Item
54.	Counter Top Compost Collector
55.	Cushion Made from old Clothing
56.	Garbage-Free Lunch Kit
57.	Sit upon for campfires
Most Points Handcrafts Classes 1-57 May not be won by the same person more than 2 years in a row. 1st place Gift Certificate offered by: Annie’s Quilt Shop

GENERATIONAL SPECIALS:

58.

Any wooden handcraft made by a child with an adult. Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

eg. with his or her parent, grandparent or other adult. Both names of creators must be provided

YOUTH OR ADULT SPECIAL NEEDS:

59.

Any Article Prize: $5

Only one entry per person. Each entry will receive a ribbon and a prize

NO ENTRY FEE

Honey

SECTION FFH

Director in Charge: Graydon Bowman, 905-396-8863

Sponsored by DANCING BEE EQUIPMENT, Port Hope

Honey Department Rules

Please see Exhibitors’ Regulations (page 4 of Fairbook)
Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9 pm Thursday September 14th or by 11am on Friday September 15, 2023
Entries must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm
Three 375ml glass bottles for each class.
Bottles may be purchased from the Director in Charge.
Granulated honey to be from white honey.
Three (3) containers of cut comb to be neatly cut sizes 3 1/2″ x 4 1/2″.
Liquid honey jars to be uniformly filled with no air visible under lid when held upright.
Beeswax to be at least a two (2) lb cake of unbleached commercial type.
Chunk honey to extend from bottom to top of jar, immersed in liquid honey.

HECTOR INCH MEMORIAL TROPHY Prize: Memorial Trophy

Donated by Roger Inch

Trophy awarded to competitor with highest total points in minimum of three (3) classes.
Trophy to be presented at the Awards Dinner.
This is a perpetual trophy. The winner will return it to the Director in Charge prior to the next fair.
A suitable memento will be awarded to the winner.

OAAS LIQUID HONEY COMPETITION-Pure, Ontario #1, White

Entry must be made solely by the person or family entering the competition.

Exhibitors of honey must be registered beekeepers and the exhibits shown by them must be pure honey from floral sources in their apiaries.
The top prize winner of the Liquid Honey will be eligible to compete at the District level.
The winning exhibitor at the District level will be eligible to compete at the Provincial Competition.
Liquid Honey exhibits shall consist of two (2) clear glass containers, each having a capacity of 375ml.
Any honey entry containing any form of foreign material will be disqualified from the competition.
An approved colorimeter will be used to assess the colour.
Provincial Prize Money-1st-$50, 2nd-$30, 3rd-$20

HONEY:

1.	LIQUID WHITE Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: Dancing Bee Equipment
2.	LIQUID GOLDEN Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: Dancing Bee Equipment
3.	LIQUID AMBER Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: Dancing Bee Equipment
4.	FINE GRANULATED Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: Dancing Bee Equipment
5.	CUT COMB HONEY Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: Dancing Bee Equipment
6.	CHUNK HONEY IN JAR Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
7.	BEESWAX Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Winning entry will be given to Sponsor 1st prize sponsored by: Jim Campbell Sponsorship: Dancing Bee Equipment

Hunter Jumper Horse Show

Horse Show

Director in Charge: Shelley Boughen 905-885-4932 and Christy Thomas

Saturday September 16, 2023 at 9:00am

Entry Fee: $10.00/class. Enter the day of the show. Entry form can be downloaded from www.porthopefair.com

Ribbons to 6th place. Prize money in all classes except headline classes, 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $10, 5th: $5

Division Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons will be handed out at the end of each division.

Judge: Christy Thomas

General Rules:

Suitability of horse and rider considered in all classes
Turnout must be neat and tidy. ASTM approved helmet with harness and must be worn at all times when mounted.
The show will be held rain or shine on a grass ring.
Division Champion and Reserve Champion will be given to the horse and rider combination with the most points in each division.
Competitors allowed free admission to the fair grounds. All others will be charged at the gate.
No cross entering between W/T and W/T/C classes.
Grassroots classes are for riders or horses in their first or second year of showing and can not enter any OPEN classes except Class 1.
Each participant must be a member of the Ontario Equestrian Federation (OEF).

Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $10, 5th: $5

Classes:

Open Halter

Lead Line – walk only, rider can be led by handler

Lead Line Poles

Grassroots Division:

4.	Pleasure: W/T Sponsorship: Maple Crescent Farm
5.	Equitation: W/T Sponsorship: Holmes Family
6.	Pleasure over Fences: W/T Not to exceed 18 inches Sponsorship: Ganaraska Chiropractic
7.	Equitation over Fences: W/T Not to exceed 18 inches Sponsorship: Hazell Family
8.	Introduction to Jumper Speed W/T/C Not to exceed 18 inches Sponsorship: Henderson Construction

Games:

9.	Bending Poles: W/T Sponsorship: CANCAST Fishing and Tackle
10.	Egg and Spoon: W/T Sponsorship: Jonathon Taylor Farrier Services
11.	Dash for Cash (must have a $5 Bill to enter this class)
LUNCH BREAK – 1/2 Hour

Open Division:

12.	Pleasure Hack: W/T/C Donation: Susan Casson
13.	Equitation Hack: W/T/C Sponsorship: Royal Repairs
14.	Open Pleasure over Fences: W/T/C Sponsorship: North Hero Farm
15.	Open Equitation over Fences: W/T/C Sponsorship: The Bee Works Honey and Gift Shop

Jumper:

16.

Jumper Speed: The round that is the fastest and clear wins

Not to exceed 2′

17.

Table A: Is a Clear Round to Qualify for a Jump Off

18.

Jumper Speed: The round that is the fastest and clear wins

Not to exceed 2’6"

19.

Table A: Is a clear round to qualify for Jump Off

Grassroots Division Champion

Open Division Champion

Download the Horse Show Entry Form

Maple Syrup

SECTION FFM

Director in Charge: Dave Brackenridge, 705-957-9925

This competition is open to beginners and 4-H members as well as Adults.

To acquire the compulsory bottle to exhibit the Maple Syrup, contact Dave Brackenridge at 905-957-9925 (Squirrel Creek Farms, 275 Brackenridge Dr., Millbrook, ON). Dave will answer any questions that you have and provide you with information to help you in preparing your entry. Bottles for the next year can be picked up when you pick up your entries at the end of the Fair.

Maple Syrup Department Rules

Please see Exhibitors’ Regulations (page 4 of Fairbook).
Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9 pm on Thursday September 14th or by 11 am on Friday September 15th, 2023.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm.
Maple Syrup must have been produced in the current year by the person submitting the entry and must be in the required 250ml Kent stye glass bottles to avoid being disqualified
Maple Syrup must have a brix reading between 66% and 68%.
An exhibit will consist of 1-250ml Kent style glass bottle. Syrup should be packed hot (180 degrees – 200 degrees).
There cannot be more than one entry per section per exhibitor.

Judging

Maple Syrup under “a 66 Brix” (66% Sugar) or entered in the wrong color class will be disqualified.
Maple Syrup with a brix reading in the defined range will be awarded 20 points
Clarity – clearest, debris-fee maple syrup awarded 30 points, next best 25 points, etc.
Flavour – best tasting maple syrup receives 50 points, next 45 points, etc.

Special prizes:

MAPLE SYRUP OVERALL WINNING ENTRY A special trophy donated by Ganaraska Sugar Camp and Doug & Isbel Wright will be presented at the AWARDS Banquet to the overall winning entry.

This is a perpetual trophy and the winner must return it to the Port Hope and District Agricultural Society before the next fair.
A small keeper trophy will be awarded to each first place winner.

OAAS MAPLE SYRUP COMPETITION

The top prize winner of the “AMBER” coloured Maple Syrup will be eligible to compete at the District level by submitting two (2) – 250ml Kent style glass bottles from the same batch that was entered at the Port Hope Fair Competition.
Winners at the District Competition will be awarded a ribbon.
The winning exhibitor at the District level will be eligible to compete at the Provincial Competition by providing an additional two (2) – 250ml Kent style glass bottles of the “Amber” coloured Maple Syrup from the same batch that was entered at the Port Hoe Fair and District level Competitions.
Provincial Prize Money – 1st – $50, 2nd – $30, 3rd – $20

Maple Syrup:

Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $10

1.	Golden Maple Syrup
2.	Amber Maple Syrup
3.	Dark Maple Syrup

YOUTH/4-H SECTIONS (AGES 9-21):

Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

4.	Golden Maple Syrup
5.	Amber Maple Syrup
6.	Dark Maple Syrup

FIRST TIME EXHIBITORS:

7.	First Time Exhibitor (Any Age) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 First Time Exhibitors who have never entered Maple Syrup before at the Port Hope Fair may enter your best bottle of Syrup regardless of color. This does not eliminate you from entering in the other Maple Syrup sections.

Mock Poultry Show Adults

Mock Poultry Show

SECTION MP

Director in Charge: Diana Barrett 905-342-2620 and Kathryn McHolm 905-753-2196

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30pm

The Mock Poultry Show is to replace our traditional Poultry and Waterfowl show, while Avian Flu is a threat. Entries in this show will be displayed in a tent in the agricultural area.

Entries must be hand made by the exhibitor. Any medium or combination of materials may be used; wood, metal, steel, wire, paper, fabric, yarn, recycled materials etc., to create a 3-dimensional bird.

Creations must not exceed 30 cm (12″) in width or depth, and be less than 45 cm (18″) in height. Entry tags must be attached to the birds.

Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10, 4th: $5

Open Classes:

1.	Chicken
2.	Other Poultry

Fair Display Competition

SECTION FD

Director in Charge: Cory Elliott, 905-885-0126

Displays must be in place by August 31st and must contain the Port Hope Fair name and dates (September 14,15,16 & 17, 2023). Judging will take place September 2nd/3rd.

Call or email entries to Cory Elliott at 905-885-0126 or email coryelliott3@gmail.com. Please ensure to leave the address of entry location.

Two Fair Weekend passes will be given to each entry.

THEME: CELEBRATING 190 YEARS OF AGRICULTURE

Prizes: 1st: $75, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $25

Classes:

FAMILY, INDIVIDUAL, CLUB OR SCHOOL

BUSINESS

Needlework & Fibre Arts

Needlework and Fibre Arts

SECTION N

Director in Charge: Penny Nutbrown 905-800-0857

Needlework and Fibre Arts Department Rules

Please see Exhibitors’ Regulations
All entries must be brought to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9 pm on Thursday September 14 or by 11 am on Friday September 15, 2023
Entries must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm
Points awarded as follows: 1st prize 3 points; 2nd prize 2 points; 3rd prize 1 point

Special prizes:

CAPITAL THEATRE PRIZE Prize: 2 x Tickets to Christmas Panto

Highest Point total Classes 1 to 45

Quilts:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

1.	BABY QUILT, Open Class No Pre-Printed Cheater Fabric Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
2.	COTTON QUILT, Open Class No Pre-Printed Cheater Fabric, Long Arm Quilting Machine (Not Professional) Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
3.	LAP QUILT, Open Class Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
4.	PLACEMENT QUILT, Pair Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
5.	TABLE RUNNER QUILT Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
6.	HAND QUILTED QUILT By A Group Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
7.	RAG QUILT Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
8.	QUILT, Open Class Quilted On Short Arm Machine by the Exhibitor Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
9.	QUILT, 60" x 60" Sponsorship: Kinetic Care
10.	COTTON QUILT, Applique and Hand Quilted Sponsorship: Kinetic Care

NEEDLEWORK:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

11.	COUNTED CROSS STITCH Hand Work Only Sponsorship: Spiritual Park At St. John’s
12.	TOTE BAG OR HAND BAG Sponsorship: Spiritual Park At St. John’s
13.	CUSHION Not a Pre-Printed Cheater Fabric Sponsorship: Spiritual Park At St. John’s
14.	TABLE RUNNER Not a Pre-Printed Cheater Fabric Sponsorship: Spiritual Park At St. John’s
15.	OPEN CLASS Any Category Not Listed Above Sponsorship: Spiritual Park At St. John’s

RUG HOOKING:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

16.

FINE CUT, Any Design, #5 and Lower

17.

NOT A RUG; A Traditionally Hooked Item that is not used as a Rug or Wall Hanging

Such as a Pillow, Stool, Christmas Ornament, Purse, Garment, etc

18.

ORIGINAL DESIGN

Must Be Your Own, No Purchased Patterns

19.

RECYCLED

Any Design Using Recycled Materials

20.

ANY ARTICLE, That Reflects the Current Fair Theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"

21.

WIDE CUT, Any Design, #6 and Higher

RUG HOOKERS SPECIAL – Best In Show / Reserve Prize: $20

Most Points – Knitting & Crocheting Prize: $50

Classes 22-36

KNITTING:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

22.	AFGHAN, Minimum 45" x 45" Sponsorship: Racine Law
23.	ANY ITEM, Depicting the Current Fair Theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" Sponsorship: Racine Law
24.	ANY ITEM OF CHILDREN’S CLOTHING Ex. Mittens, Hat, Scarf, Head Band Sponsorship: Racine Law
25.	ANY ITEM OF ADULT CLOTHING Ex. Mittens, Hat, Scarf, Head Band Sponsorship: Racine Law
26.	ANY KNITTED ITEM, Not Listed Above Sponsorship: Racine Law
27.	CHILD’S SWEATER Sponsorship: Racine Law
28.	ADULT SWEATER Sponsorship: Racine Law

CROCHETING:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

29.	AFGHAN, Minimum 45 X 45′ Sponsorship: Racine Law
30.	ANY ITEM, Depicting the Current Fair Theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" Sponsorship: Racine Law
31.	ANY ITEM OF CHILDREN’S CLOTHING Ex. Mittens, Hat, Scarf, Head Band Sponsorship: Racine Law
32.	ANY ITEM OF ADULT CLOTHING ex. Mittens, Hat, Scarf, Head Band Sponsorship: Racine Law
33.	ANY ITEM Depicting the Current Fair Theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture" Sponsorship: Racine Law
34.	NOVELTY ITEM Sponsorship: Racine Law
35.	CHILD’S SWEATER Sponsorship: Racine Law
36.	ADULT SWEATER Sponsorship: Racine Law

GIVING TREE SPECIALS:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

37.

MITTENS Size 8 or Under

All items will be donated to the Giving Tree for a child in need at Christmas time

38.

CHILD’S HAT

All items will be donated to the Giving Tree for a child in need at Christmas time

39.

GIRL’S HEAD BAND

All entries will be donated to the Giving Tree for a child in need at Christmas time.

SENIORS:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

40.

AFGHAN, Knitted

41.

AFGHAN, Crocheted

42.

KNITTED ITEM, Open Class

43.

CROCHETED ITEM, Open Class

44.

QUILT, Open Class

Any Size

45.

NEEDLEWORK or SEWING ITEM

Depicting the Current Fair Theme "Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture"

OAAS GRAND CHAMPION MACHINE QUILT – Not Long Arm / Reserve Prize: $20

Total perimeter measurement to be a minimum of 324 inches. Note the quilt can be square, rectangular etc. All 4 sides must be measured to determine the perimeter measurement.

Quilting must be through all 3 layers (top, batting and back) and not be mounted on a frame.
Winning Quilt is eligible for District competition and may qualify to move on to Provincial Competition. The use of domestic, mid arm and/or long arm equipment is permitted on hand or computer guided machine quilt entries.

OAAS GRAND CHAMPION HAND QUILTED QUILT / Reserve Prize: $20

Total perimeter measurement to be a minimum of 324 inches. Note the quilt can be square, rectangular etc..

All 4 sides must be measured to determine perimeter measurement. The quilting must be through all 3 layers (top, batting and back) and not be mounted on a frame.
The Winning Quilt will be eligible for District Competition and may move on to Provincial Competition.

Photography – Adults

Photography

SECTION P

Director in Charge: Davandra Cribbie, fmnelly@hotmail.com

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be taken to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14th.
NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER 9 PM ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH.
Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30pm

PLEASE NOTE:

Asking that the images be borderless, and printed on 5×7 photo paper

SECTION SPONSORED BY: WELLINGTON SUITES

Amateur Adult Class:

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

1.	Under the Stars
2.	Church Windows
3.	Pictures in Pictures
4.	Keep Things in Perspective
5.	Reflections in Glass
6.	The Golden Hour
7.	Mother Nature Sponsorship: Bewdley District Lions Club
8.	Happy and You Know It

Theme Specials:

Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10

19.	Port Hope Fair
20.	Hometown Pride
21.	Canadian Wildlife
22.	Photographers Choice Black & White

OAAS PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION (Classes 23-39)

Open Division

Competition is open to NON-Professional Photographer members of the society.

You must save your photos in high resolution on a USB stick.

Photos must be taken during the 2023 Fair.

ABSOLUTELY no digital image enhancement allowed. All enhanced images will be disqualified.

Judging will be done by a committee approved by the OAAS Convention Manager.

Please submit entries no later than November 1st, to the Fair Secretary, PO Box 283, Port Hope, L1A 3W4.

Convention Prize Money: 1st-$20, 2nd-$16, 3rd-$12, 4th-$7, 5th-$5

Human Involvement:

23.	Youth Participation at the Fair Eg. Exhibit, Display, Ribbons Won, Competitions, Races, etc.
24.	Adult/Senior Involvement Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Eg. Working, Displays, Enjoying your fair
25.	Candid shot of children having fun at the fair
26.	Candid shot of someone too pooped to participate anymore
27.	4-H involvement at the fair Eg. Livestock, displays
28.	People with creatures and critters at the fair

Displays:

29.	Most unusual display at the fair
30.	Homecraft at the fair Eg. Displays, demonstrations, etc.
31.	Live Action Shows Eg. Singers, pulls, demos, something musical, the fair at night
32.	Quilts/Handcrafts at the fair
33.	Display of Machinery Eg. Tractors, vehicles, engines, farming equipment

Animals:

34.	Animal Show Eg. Livestock Show, pet show, horse show
35.	Live Demonstrations with Animals Eg. Blacksmith, Sheep Shearing, Etc.
36.	Reptiles/Birds/Small Animals Eg. Bird Show, Rabbits, Etc.
37.	Proud Moment Eg. Winners with their ribbons

Promotional:

38.

Fair Ambassador Involvement

Eg. with displays, ribbons, etc.

39.

Promoting this year’s fair theme (Celebrating 190 Years of Agriculture)

Eg. Displays, Signs, etc.

Plants & Flowers

Plants and Flowers

SECTION PF

Director in Charge: Suzi Gabany 905-396-8853

Please see Exhibitor’s Regulations
All Entries must be brought to the Town Park Recreation Centre by 9pm on Thursday September 14 or by 11am on Friday September 15, 2023
Entries must be picked up on Sunday between 4:30 and 5:30 pm

Rules for Plants & Flowers

Name plants whenever possible
Pots should not be larger than 10″ in diameter unless otherwise stated
Potted plants must have been grown in their pots not transplanted from the garden
Points are awarded as follows: 1st-3 Points, 2nd-2 Points, 3rd-1 Point

Tips for Exhibitors

House plants must be in the exhibitor’s possession for at least two months. Leaves must be clean; dead leaves must be removed; pots must be clean
Flowers must be fresh and grown by the exhibitor unless otherwise specified
Flowers and plants must be free of disease, insect damage and insects
Flowers must be fresh, have good colour and be uniform in size with strong, straight stems
Specimens should stand erect. Wide-mouthed containers should not be used
Cut flowers must be shown with foliage. Containers must not be tippy
Containers are an integral part of any design

Entry tags must be attached securely to containers

The length of a gladiolus spike should be 20″ from bottom of bloom to bottom of stem

Terms Used

• Bloom: An individual flower, one to a stem – with no buds showing

• Collection: Three to five different varieties

• Display: May include one or more varieties

• Spike: A thick upright stem carrying several flowers and buds

• Spray: A portion of a plant with a number of flowers

• Stem: May carry one or more flowers and buds

Special prizes:

ST. LAWRENCE FLOWERS AWARD Prize: $30

To the person with the most points in the potted plants classes 1 to 19.

PORT HOPE GARDEN CLUB AWARD Prize: $35

To the person with the most points in the design classes 20 to 30

BALTIMORE VALLEY AWARD FOR BLOOMS Prize: $30 Gift Certificate

To the person with the most points in Classes 31 to 70

PORT HOPE & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY & MARION BUTTARS Prize: $30

For Best in Show

POTTED PLANTS:

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

1.	African Violet, in Bloom, Single Crown Unless miniature
2.	Begonia, any variety
3.	Cactus and/or Succulents, Any Type
4.	Cactus and/or Succulents, Collection, 3 or more
5.	Chlorphytum (Spider Plant)
6.	Coleus, Any Variety, Named
7.	Crown of Thorns
8.	Cyclamen
9.	Echeveria/Sempervivum
10.	Fern, Any Variety, Named
11.	Flowering Plant (Hanging Container)
12.	Pelargonium (Geranium) , in Bloom
13.	Houseplant, Any Variety, 15" or over in height
14.	Houseplant, Any Variety, under 15" High
15.	Hoya
16.	Jade Plant
17.	Orchid, in Bloom, Any Variety
18.	Oxalis (Shamrock)
19.	Peperomia

DESIGN NOTES:

There is no height restriction, but width and depth must not exceed 18″ in any direction.
Accessories are not allowed, except where specified.
In the design categories, you may use garden and purchased blooms but no soil (unless specified).

DESIGN:

20.	Meditation Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A simplistic design. No accessories allowed Sponsorship: Viking Nursery
21.	Autumn Blaze Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 Arrangement of predominantly red and orange flowers Sponsorship: Quinn’s Blooms Greenery
22.	Purple Passion Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A design using a collection of purple blooms Sponsorship: Cold Springs Flowers
23.	1830’s Pioneer Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A design in an old container Sponsorship: Holton Flowers
24.	1870’s The Gilded Age Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A horizontal design depicting wealth and industry Sponsorship: Northumberland Master Gardeners
25.	1930’s Art Deco Dahlias Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A mass design featuring dahlias Sponsorship: Oakridge Dahlias
26.	1970’s Vintage Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A design without bloom, using any type of fresh foliage Sponsorship: Lang Construction
27.	2020’s Back to Gardening Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A design of fresh cut herbs in a container. List the herbs included Sponsorship: Viking Nursery
28.	Tea or Breakfast Tray Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A tray with placemat or doily, a small floral element and accessories. No Food. Sponsorship: Cobourg Garden Club
29.	Elegance Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 Gift Certificates A design using white flowers Sponsorship: Baltimore Valley Produce And Garden Centre
30.	Invitation to Dinner Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 A low centerpiece design for the dinner table Sponsorship: Holton Flowers

BLOOMS (CUT FLOWERS):

Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2

31.	Anemone, 3 Stems
32.	Aster, 3 Blooms, any variety
33.	Calendula, 3 Stems
34.	Chrysanthemum, 3 Blooms
35.	Cosmos, 3 Sprays
36.	Dahlia, 4 Inches and over, 1 Bloom
37.	Dahlia, under 4 Inches, 3 Blooms
38.	Echinacea (Coneflower), 1 Stem
39.	Gaillardia (Blanket Flower), 1 Stem
40.	Gladiolus, Pink or Purple, 1 Spike
41.	Gladiolus, Red or Salmon, 1 Spike
42.	Gladiolus, White or Yellow, 1 Spike
43.	Gladiolus, Bi-Colour, 1 Spike
44.	Gladiolus, a collection of 3 gladioli
45.	Helichrysum (Strawflower), 3 Stems
46.	Hydrangea, 1 Stem
47.	Lavatera (Mallow), 1 Stem
48.	Marigold, African, Tagetes Erecta, 3 Blooms
49.	Marigold, French, T. Patula, 3 Blooms
50.	Marigold, Signet/Gem, T. Tenufolia, 1 Spray
51.	Nasturtium, 3 Stems
52.	Petunia, Single, 3 Stems
53.	Petunia, Double, 3 Stems
54.	Rose, David Austin
55.	Rose, Floribunda, 1 Stem
56.	Rose, One Bloom Floating in A Rose Bowl
57.	Roses, Best Collection of 3 stems
58.	Rudbeckia, 1 Stem
59.	Salvia, Any Colour, 3 Stems
60.	Sedum, Up to 5" Diameter, 1 Stem
61.	Sedum, 5" and over in diameter, 1 Stem
62.	Snapdragons, 3 Stems
63.	Sunflower, Up to 4" Diameter, 1 Stem Up to 20" in weighted container
64.	Sunflower, 4" and over to under 7", 1 Stem Up to 20" in weighted container
65.	Sweet Pea, 3 Stems of Different Colours
66.	Tansy, 3 Stems
67.	Water Lily, 1 bloom floating with own foliage
68.	Zinnia, Dahlia Type, 1 Bloom
69.	Zinnia, Pom Pom (under 2"), 3 Blooms
70.	Zinnia, Single, 1 Bloom

Vintage Tractors

Vintage Tractors – Pre 1965

Contact: Doug Davey 905-396-5746

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Registration at 10:00am.

Entrants must be members of the Port Hope and District Agricultural Society

Also on Sunday Afternoon

Tractor Games & Races – Trophies and Prizes

All tractors will parade on the track at approximately 3:00pm.

Prizes Donated by:

Co-Op Durham Farmers County Orono

Joice Sweaner Appliances

MTW HVAC and Plumbing Inc.

F. Blake Construction Services

Douglas Davey & Family

The Port Hope and District Agricultural Society

Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $20

Classes:

1.	Best Original Working Tractor
2.	Best Restored Tractor
3.	Oldest Tractor
4.	Longest One-family owned tractor
5.	Odd Ball or Unique Tractor or Display

Exhibitors’ Regulations

General

All Exhibitors, except Juniors 12 years and under, must be members of the Port Hope & District Agricultural Society. To obtain your membership card, send $7 for adults or $3 for 13 to 17 year olds with your entry form to the Secretary, PO Box 283, Port Hope, L1A 3W4. Your membership card entitles you to Fair entry.
All entry forms, unless otherwise indicated, may be sent to the Secretary, PO Box 283 Port Hope ON L1A 3W4. Entry forms may also be submitted to the Secretary at the Town Park Recreation Centre on Tuesday September 13 from 6 to 9 pm, Thursday September 15 from 6 to 9 pm, and Friday September 16 from 8 to 11 am.
Animals or articles entered for competition must be the bona fide property of the persons showing them, and with the exception of animals must have been grown, produced, manufactured or made during the twelve months prior to the Fair by the person or persons exhibiting them. Proof may be required.
No one may enter more than one article in any class except horses, cattle and art.
Exhibitors, except horse exhibitors, must be residents of the Province of Ontario.
Should there be only one exhibitor in a section, the judges may use their own discretion as to awarding a prize, but shall only make an award if they consider the exhibit worthy of a prize.
The decision of the judges shall be final except if any irregularity is claimed. Protests must be made to the Secretary on the day of the Fair.
Seven Dollars will be retained by the Treasurer from total prize money awarded and amounting to Ten Dollars or more for the next year’s membership.
The Treasurer will mail prize money following the Fair. Juniors may pick up their prize money from the Secretary during the Fair.
Upon the discovery of any fraud, deception or dishonest practice in preparation or ownership, or in any misrepresentation concerning any article exhibited which may affect, or have been intended to affect the decision of the Judges, the Directors shall have the power to withhold payment of any prize awarded and may prohibit any such party or parties from exhibiting in any class for one or more years.
Buildings are closed to the public while judging is in progress.

Exhibits at the Town Park Recreation Centre & The Fall Fair Centre

Exhibits may be brought to the appropriate building Thursday evening from 6 to 9 pm. Art, Photography and Quilt exhibits must be received by 9 pm on Thursday evening. All other entries must be taken to the appropriate building before 11 am on Friday, and given to the Director in charge of the correct section.
The exhibit halls in the Town Park Recreation Centre will be closed at 4:15 pm on Sunday. No exhibited article shall be removed from any Exhibit Hall before 4:00 pm. Exhibits must be picked up between 4:30 and 5:30 pm on Sunday.
No person, other than Judges, will be allowed to touch, taste or handle anything an exhibit.
The Directors will use every precaution to ensure the safety of articles on exhibition, but will not be responsible for the value of any article that may be damaged, lost or stolen.

Livestock

Exhibitors of cattle must produce Herd Book Pedigree to the Directors if required.
No livestock will be allowed to run at large on the show grounds during the Fair.
Any person using a whip to excess, or in any way interfering with any other exhibitors, shall forfeit all prize money.
Classes and awards must remain as listed.
Free admission tickets will be issued to exhibitors as follows: Horses and Cattle one to two animals, one pass; each additional two animals, one pass.

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