The idea of a fair conjures up a variety of images or people, depending on your experiences. Some may immediately think cows, while others may think carnival rides and games. All those images are true, yet a fair is really a place for learning.

 Fairs promote the exchange of information and provide an opportunity for people to get together and share ideas and stories. It also gives families a chance to share the experience with parents and siblings, connect with friends, and socialize at activities hosted for youth and adults.

Initially, fair offered a place for youth and adults to meet and exchange ideas and learn new techniques. Today’s fairs offer youth participants the ability to plan, to participate, to be recognized and to learn. It also increases their connection to the community as both youth and adults learn more about the interests and activities of young people. Locally and across the country, young people are gaining life experiences and developing as tomorrow’s leaders through activities that culminate in exhibiting their work at fair time.

2012 Jefferson County 4-H Fair Book

2012 County Fair Entry Forms