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A. The completed Horseless Horse Unit Manual and e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Display board illustrating a topic investigated during the project year. The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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A. A gardening project manual and e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook, including these items: manual with appropriate sections completed; e-Record and other drawings or attachments related to activities in the manual
B. Display board illustrating a topic investigated during the project year. The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Weeds Supplement (Advanced Unit 4)

Unit 1
A. Your completed e-Record, manual and Weed Project Log, page 12, presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Home-made plant press
C. A collection of 15 plant specimens from any of the lists in Appendix A. Include part of the root, stem, leaves and flowers. Plants should be mounted on 11 ½” x 16 ½” cardboard, properly labeled, dated and classified according to common and scientific name. Mounts are to be bound together in book fashion.
Unit 2
A. Your completed manual and e-Record including present and previous weed records, weed control and completed map presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Your current year’s collection of at least 10 new weeds mounted on 11½” x 16½” cardboard, properly labeled, dated and classified—mounts bound together in book fashion
Unit 3
A. Your completed manual and e-Record including present and previous weed records plus report on three herbicides and weed control presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Your current year’s weed collection including at least five noxious and five poisonous weeds, mounted, properly identified and dated—mounts bound together in book fashion.
Unit 4–Advanced
A. Completed e-Record with emphasis on your accomplishments in your story presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information page in the e-Record:

1. Written description of your project
   a. Goals
   b. Plans
   c. Accomplishments
   d. Evaluation

C. Exhibit as appropriate for your advanced project

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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General Information:

Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.

1. 4-H members may stay in a unit for more than one year. The exhibit has to be different each year.

2. DO NOT include computer disks or other media that may inadvertently be damaged or rendered inoperable due to the transport of the project or the display process.

Note: Not all judging locations will have computer or Internet resources available. Display items must be self-contained and capable of being judged “as is.” For example: Sample printouts of code developed, multimedia projects created or Web pages/sites developed. No three-dimensional displays will be accepted.

NEWBIE KNOW-HOW
All exhibits will consist of the following:
A. One sturdy binder/notebook that contains the project manual or copy of page 5 –Achievement Program Requirements with explored areas completed (page 5 of manual) and completed e-Record.

B. A display board illustrating a topic from the Expand Your Memory in the manual. The standardized display board size of 4ft. x 3ft is to be used for 4-H projects.

INSIDE THE BOX.----For Intermediates and Seniors
All exhibits will consist of the following:
A. One sturdy binder that contains the project manual or copy of page 5—Achievement Program Requirements with explored areas completed (page 5 of manual) and completed e-Record.

B. A display board illustrating a topic from the Expand Your Memory in the manual. The standardized display board size of 4 ft. x 3 ft. is to be used for 4-H projects.

P2P—PEER TO PEER---For Intermediates and Seniors
All exhibits will consist of the following:
A. One sturdy binder that contains the project manual or copy of page 5-Achievement Program Requirements with explored areas completed (page 5 of manual) and completed e-Record.

B. A display board illustrating a topic from the Expand Your Memory in the manual. The standardized display board size of 4 ft. x 3 ft. is to be used for 4-H projects.

TEENS TEACHING TECH—For Seniors

All exhibits will consist of the following:
A. One sturdy binder that contains completed e-Record.

B. A display board illustrating a topic from the Expand Your Memory in the manual. The standardized display board size of 4 ft. x 3 ft. is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules, page 2.
The exhibit must be able to go through standardized door (approx. 31” x 80” and approximately no taller than 8 feet high). If the exhibit is exceeds these dimensions, please contact the State 4-H Office (970-491-7883) prior to entering the state fair.

Wind Powered Vehicle
A. A Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.

B. A wind powered vehicle that has been designed, built and tested by the 4-H member.

C. Attach a self-explanatory single side sheet of paper to the exhibit, explaining the power of wind vehicle (large enough to read).

Wind Powered Machine
A. A Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.

B. A wind powered machine that has been designed, built and tested by the 4-H member.

C. Attach a self-explanatory single side sheet of paper to the exhibit, explaining the power of wind machine (large enough to read).

Wind Powered Others
A. A Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.

B. A wind powered other that has been designed, built and tested by the 4-H member.

C. Attach a self-explanatory single side sheet of paper to the exhibit, explaining the power of wind sculpture (large enough to read).

Wind Powered Other
A. A Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.

B. A wind powered other that has been designed, built and tested by the 4-H member.

C. Attach a self-explanatory single side sheet of paper to the exhibit, explaining the power of wind other (large enough to read).

Group Projects (Developed by two or more 4-H members).
A. At least a one page story about the project including these items: purpose of design, goals, plan, accomplishments, evaluation, and how each person on the team contributed to the project.

B. A wind powered vehicle, machine or sculpture or other

C. Attach a self-explanatory single side sheet of paper to the exhibit, explaining what you designed (large enough to read).

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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* The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.

1. 4-H members can exhibit both as an individual and/or as part of a group. The exhibits need to be different –one exhibit for the individual and a different topic exhibit for the group.

Setting Out Level 1
A. Completed e-record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.

B. Using the ‘Take Me on a Tour’ activity, create a display and map showing four to six tour sites, geo-tools used to create the map, positional data for the sites, and information about the selected sites.
- OR -
C. Using information from the “What Are Geographical Tools?” activity, prepare an exhibit showing and describing ten mapping tools. Explain
how the mapping tools are used and why maps are important.

D. Posters/Maps must be presented on display board. The standard size of display boards is 4ft x 3ft.is to be used for 4-H projects. Exhibitors are encouraged to laminate all posters/maps or cover them with clear plastic film

On the Trail -- Level 2
A. Completed e-record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.

B. Using the table from the “Take Me on a Tour” activity from Level 1, create a map showing recreational, historical or public service sites in
your community. Determine if there is a need for additional community resources. Make written suggestions for what resources should be added and where they should be located on your map.

C. Posters/Maps must be presented on display board. The standard size of display boards is 4ft x 3ft.is to be used for 4-H projects. Exhibitors are encouraged to laminate all posters/maps or cover them with clear plastic film

Reaching Your Destination --- Level 3
A. Completed e-record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.

B. Create a computer-generated map with layered data that provides information on a community need. Explain how the need was identified; how you gathered information; and your recommendations on how to
solve the need. Use the template from “Take Me on a Tour” activity from Level 1, to gather data for the map.

C. Posters/Maps must be presented on display board. The standard size of display boards is 4ft x 3ft.is to be used for 4-H projects. Exhibitors are encouraged to laminate all posters/maps or cover them with clear plastic film

Group Projects (Developed by two or more 4-H members).
A. At least a one page story about the project including these items:
purpose of map, goals, plan, accomplishments, evaluation, and how each person on the team contributed to the project.

B. Hand drawn or computer generated map (map can be either informational or directional).

C. Posters/Maps must be presented on display board. The standard size of display boards is 4ft x 3ft.is to be used for 4-H projects. Exhibitors are encouraged to laminate all posters/maps or cover them with clear plastic film.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Model Rocketry Supplement

2. Fins must be balsa wood and finished with paint in classes indicated.
Fins of plastic or other materials must be exhibited in classes so indicated.

3. Rockets are to be displayed and held by a rod or support no taller than the rocket on a base not to exceed 12”x12”x1” thick. Only the rocket will be judged. Do not decorate the base.

4. Do not include live or expended engines in the rocket exhibited.

5. If rocket is damaged in launching, it can still be judged for quality of construction, e-Record and pictures.

6. Display rockets cannot be used for Rocket Fly Day competition.

7. Cold power is no longer available to be used as an engine power for rockets.

Note: Please read specific rules for your Unit.

Unit Requirements:

Unit 1 - Introduction to Rocketry (exhibitors can use either non-balsa fins or balsa fins for an exhibit)
A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
Unit 2 - Basic Model Rocketry (balsa fins only)
A. Completed e-Record with completed questions in manual pages 27-31, presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
Unit 3 - Intermediate Model Rocketry (balsa fins only)
A. Completed e-Record with completed questions in manual pages 31-35, presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
Unit 4 - Advanced Model Rocketry (finished fins of any type)
A. Completed e-Record with completed questions in manual pages 14-18, presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
Unit 6 - Designer Model rocketry (finished fins of any type)
A. Completed e-Record with design worksheets and completed questions in manual, pages 35-39, presented in a sturdy binder/notebook. Must have a copy of the plans or blueprints on how to build the rocket.
Units 1-6:
B. Include in the Project Information and Activity Log the following information: New skills learned in this unit; “payloads” launched in this project (other than recovery devices); any rocket testing or launching equipment that you built in this unit; project meetings or events you led in this unit, and project adventures completed
Units 1-4:
C. In the e-Record on the page titled Specific Project Information, enter the rockets you built in this unit. Include the following information:
Model name; skill level: from a stock kit, modified kit or self-designed-and-built; power: single-stage, multi-stage; cluster; the fuselage: single-tube or glider rear-engine or glider front-engine or glider canard; engine information: engine code, label color, and type of recovery system
D. If the rocket was launched, provide the following information on the page titled Specific Project Information in e-Record: Number of times successfully launched; kind of launch pad used; kind of electrical system used; tracking method used; observer’s distance from rocket; angle achieved and altitude achieved; any special problems before, during and after launching; and what you did to overcome the problems you encountered
E. One rocket personally built or other display related to work done at skill level for the unit being worked (1, 2, 3, 4)
Unit 6:
C. In the e-Record on the page titled Specific Project Information, enter the rockets you built in this unit. Include the following information:
Model name; skill level: from a stock kit, modified kit or self-designed-and-built; power: single-stage, multi-stage; cluster; the fuselage: single-tube or glider rear-engine or glider front-engine or glider canard; engine information: engine code, label color, and type of recovery system
D. One rocket personally designed, built (no kits) and used in unit or display related to work done

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Small Engines Supplement (Advanced Engines Unit)

For all Units 1-3:
A. Completed Small Engines manual and e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook, including appropriate completed sections in the manual and other items such as diagrams, drawings, photographs or attachments related to activities in the manual
Additional requirements specific to each unit:
Unit 1—Crank It Up
B. *Display board on any topic from the small engines manual. Display may include an additional item related to the topic, such as tools, spark plugs, safety gear or a lubricant or fuel sample. You may use diagrams, drawings and photographs. Label and use captions to make your display as educational as possible.
Unit 2—Warm It Up
B. *Display board on any topic from the Small Engines manual. Display may include additional items related to the topic such as a classification of engines, identification of engine parts and a calculations sample. You may use diagrams, drawings and photographs. Label and use captions to make your display as educational as possible.
Unit 3—Tune It Up
B. *Display board on any topic from the Small Engine manual. You may use pictures or records you kept to provide evidence of your accomplishments and what you have learned. Display may also include an additional item related to the topic such as air and fuel systems, the electrical system, a diagram of the engine block, or a diagram of how to reassemble the air and fuel system, or the electrical system. Label and use captions to make your display as educational as possible.
Unit 4—Advanced Engines
Note: This unit can be used for any type of engine (tractor, car, etc.)
A. Completed e-Record with emphasis on your accomplishments in your story presented in a sturdy binder (self-determined)
B. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information Page in the e-Record:

1. Written description of your project
   a. Goals
   b. Plans
   c. Accomplishments
   d. Evaluations

C. *Display board on any topic related to Engines. You may use diagrams, drawings, charts and photographs. Label and use captions to make your display as educational as possible.

*The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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1. Older members may start with Unit 2. 4-H members who have done Unit 1 as a cloverbud may start in Unit 2.

2. Each year 4-H members build on their collection by adding new insects as required for that particular unit. Refer to the exhibit requirements for the number of insects to collect for that unit.

Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2. Entomology Workbook Required

Acceptable sizes of hand made Entomology Display Boxes taken from the manual and kit:

12”W x 16”L x 3” Deep
12”W x 18”L x 3 ½” Deep
18”W x 24”L x 3 ½ “Deep

Glass tops on entomology display cases should slide to the top or side of the case to prevent them from slipping out and breaking when placed on display.

Commercially available display cases are acceptable.

Regular insect pins are required in all units.

On Units 2 through 7, records must include date and location where insects were collected. Place this information on labels attached to insect pins.

Unit Requirements:

Units 1-6:
A. Completed e-Record and Entomology workbook presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
Additional requirements specific to each unit:
Unit 1
B. Insect collection—display no fewer than 10 and no more than 35 adult insects in at least three different correctly labeled orders. Boxes for display should be approximately 12” x 16” x 3”. Regular insect pins are required.
Unit 2
B. Insect collection—display no fewer than 25 and no more than 75 adult insects in at least six different orders. Standard-sized display boxes with removable glass covers are required. Regular insect pins are required.
Unit 3
B. Insect collection—display no fewer than 75 and no more than 150 insects including a representative from at least nine different orders, correctly labeled (one order developed in water). Include a special collection of eight different insects, as stated in Unit three Workbook. Standard-sized display boxes with removable glass covers are required. Regular insect pins are required.
Unit 4
B. Insect collection—display no fewer than 100 and no more than 250 insects in 10 different, correctly labeled orders. Standard-sized display boxes with removable glass covers are required. Regular insect pins are required.
Unit 5
B. Display your regular insect collection.
C. Display a collection of at least 10 larvae or immature insects in vials of rubbing alcohol or similar preservative.
D. Display a special collection that is different from the one in Unit 3, including at least 10 insects.
Unit 6
B. Report on at least three special activities and include them in the e-Record before the story.
C. Insect collection—display no fewer than 50 insects from a single insect order with no more than 3 specimens of the same insect. Standard-sized display boxes with removable glass covers are required. Regular insect pins are required.
Unit 7
A. Completed e-Record with emphasis on your accomplishments in your story, presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. *Display board representing some phase of special project work. This could include a chart or special equipment used or developed.

* The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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Note: There is a Forestry Helper’s Guide that contains forestry group activities.

For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Display board directly related to work done by the member in the project (the standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects)

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Sportfishing Supplement

A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information in the e-Record.

1. Record each fishing experience:
   a. Date
   b. Location
   c. Type (pond, lake, reservoir, stream, river or other)
   d. Name of body of water
   e. If you catch fish (if no, what do you think the reason was for not catching fish)
   f. If yes, include the following weather information about the day: time of day, air temperature, water temperature, cloud cover and other information about the weather
2. Complete a Catch and Release Fish for your five best fish, caught and released, OR your five best fish kept, depending on legal limits:
   a. Species, length (nose to tail)
   b. Girth (around middle)
   c. Approximate weight
3. Complete a Fishing Journal for each trip (whether you caught fish or not):
   a. Rod and reel used
   b. Types of rig/bait/lure used
   c. Techniques used
   d. Types of structure fished
   e. Other things you want to remember about this trip

C. A display board is to be a specific skill-level area related to the exhibit. When using a display board, it is strongly recommended to use photos, drawings or other illustrations rather than actual items (i.e. rods, reels, other tackle or accessories). Educational materials shall not extend beyond the edges of display boards (no wooden display cases). Exhibits may include stand-alone items such as hand-wrapped rods or hand-made lures. The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects.
D. Hooks must be removed from lures and jigs when these items are used in an exhibit. The exceptions are artificial flies, which may be exhibited with functional hooks, but the hook points must be imbedded in material (i.e. rubber, dense cork, etc.) that will secure the flies and offer safety to the judges and other show officials.
E. No knives to be displayed.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.
Shooting Sports Inventory is required.
Discipline Score Sheet Record is required –fill out only for the discipline you are exhibiting. Example: If you are exhibiting Archery, then fill out the Archery Score Sheet Record only. If you are exhibiting Shotgun and Muzzleloading, then fill out a Shotgun Score Sheet Record and a Muzzleloading Score Sheet Record.

Project Exhibit Rules:
1. e-Record and Shooting Sports Inventory and Discipline Score Sheet Record are required for this project.

2. Display should illustrate a chosen aspect of skill areas. This is separate from the statewide State Fair Shooting Sports Event listed under Special Events. The standardized display board size of 4 ft. x 3 ft is to be used for 4-H projects.

3. Counties may enter only one exhibit per class. No live ammo, broadheads, knives or functional firearms are allowed to be displayed.

4. Exhibits which address more than one discipline area or a skill or knowledge not readily categorized in a particular existing 4-H shooting discipline should be entered in miscellaneous.

Unit Requirements:

A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. A Shooting Sports Inventory Record is required. It can be found at: http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/erecords/index.shtml
C. A Discipline Record Score Sheet is required. It can be found at: http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/erecords/index.shtml
D. Display items illustrating something learned in the project this year. Exhibit may be a display board or a stand-alone item, such as gun stocks, decoys. Display items are to be entered in specific discipline that the exhibit relates to (i.e. .22, air rifle, shotgun, etc.).
The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ with sides that do not overlap is to be used for 4-H projects

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4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Wildlife Supplement

1. Date
2. Location
3. Wildlife activity
4. What you did
5. How it relates to wildlife
6. Description of what happened

C. Display board related to the unit of enrollment (no wooden display cases). The standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Ceramics Supplement

Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.

Project Exhibit Rules:
1. One piece consists of no more than one item with lid (i.e. sugar bowl with lid). More than one piece is considered a set. Pieces in a set must be related.

2. All work must be done by the member, including the cleaning of greenware or soft bisque used in the Porcelain Doll Unit.

3. A member repeating any unit must learn new skills.

4. All ceramic pieces must be free for close inspection by the judge. (I.e., flowers should not be fastened with floral clay in a flower pot. Doll’s clothing must be easily removed.) If not, the piece/pieces will be disqualified.

5. Completed e-Record must be entered with the exhibit piece.

6. For examples of technique sheets, go to www.colorado4h.org under Project Resources/Record Books.

Unit Requirements

A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. (Units 1-4 only) Complete two learning projects with information listed on the Specific Project Information page.
C. On the page titled Specific Project Information, please record at least three technique sheets for the three new skills learned. Technique sheet should have enough information included so the exhibitor or other persons would be able to make a project very similar by following the instructions. You should have a technique sheet with each piece you exhibit. The technique sheet should include:

1. A list of all tools and brushes used. Sizes should be included, if applicable
2. A list of brand name, number and colors used
3. A list of steps:
   a. If the piece was bisque-fired before application of color and to what cone size or temperature.
   b. How the color/colors were applied and number of coats. The cone size or temperature the color/colors were fired.
   c. A list of other products used, such as decals, overglazes or any other items used.

D. One piece or set showing techniques learned

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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1. Selected option from page 3 of manual
2. Create an information sheet that explains the selected study option and list the topic(s) studied (pages 6-9 in manual)
3. Describe any demonstrations or public speaking experiences you had associated with global citizenship. Please be specific about audience, topic, visual aids, etc.
4. Include a short story explaining what you learned from this study.
5. List the resources you used throughout your project.

Unit 2—Host a Delegate from Another Country
A. A sturdy three-ring notebook including a completed e-Record with the following additional information:

1. Preparation for your Exchangee’s Arrival (page 3 of manual)
2. The Arrival (pages 3-4 of manual)
3. During the Stay (page 4 of manual)
4. After Departure (page 4 of manual)
5. Resources (page 4 of manual)

B. Provide information on at least one demonstration or public speaking that you gave on your global citizenship project. Please record this information on the Demonstration page in the e-Record. Be specific on audience, topic, visual aids, etc.
Unit 3—Participating as a Teen Counselor
A. Participate as a teen counselor at a standard international-program event for incoming delegates from another country or culture (this must be coordinated with the 4-H International Programs Coordinator in the Colorado 4-H Office).
B. A sturdy three-ringed notebook, including a completed e-Record with the following information:

1. The Arrival (page 5 of manual)
2. During the Stay (page 5 of manual)
3. After Departure (page 5 of manual)
4. Resources (pages 10-11 of manual)

C. Provide information on at least one demonstration or public speaking that you gave on your global citizenship project. Please record this information on the Demonstration page in the e-Record. Be specific on audience, topic, visual aids, etc.

NOTE: The following unit must be coordinated with the 4-H International Programs Coordinator at the Colorado State 4-H Office.

Unit 4—Exchange Delegate to Another Country
A. A sturdy three-ringed notebook including a completed e-Record with the following information:

1. Before Departure (pages 5-6 of manual)
2. During the Stay (page 6 of manual)
3. In-depth Observation (page 6 of manual)
4. Return to the United States (page 6 of manual)
5. Resources (page 6 of manual)

B. Provide information on at least one demonstration or public speaking that you gave on your global citizenship project. Please record this information on the Demonstration page in the e-Record. Be specific on audience, topic, visual aids, etc.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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A. Completed e-Record.

B. A display board telling how you developed or improved one leadership skill. The standardized display board size of 4 ft. x 3 ft. is to be used for 4-H projects.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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• Introduction to Leathercraft
• Beginning Leather Carving

Units 3-7 (MG2003C)

• Intermediate Leather Carving
• Advanced Leather Carving
• Coloring and Shading
• Pictorial Carving
• Making and Rebuilding Saddles

Units 8-10 (MG2008)

• Creative Stamping
• Braiding and Untooled
• Sewing Leather

All units are for Juniors, Intermediates, Seniors
Leader:
Leader’s Guide (LG2000A)

Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.

Project Exhibit Rules for All Units:

1. Put name, age and county on back of exhibit board or on tag attached to individual exhibit articles.

2. Indicate in e-Record whether articles are made from kit or are self-cut and designed by the member.

3. A set means a number of things of the same kind that belong, or are used together (i.e. six matching coasters, belt and buckle with matching designs, etc.).

4. Advanced leathercraft members may exhibit in more than one of the classes, provided the member is enrolled in and has completed the requirements of the unit. Example: Units 4-7.

5. It is recommended that first year members take Unit 8 instead of Unit 1 or Unit 2.

Unit Requirements:

All Units:
A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
Additional requirements specific to each unit:
Unit 1:
B. Exhibit board 12”x18”1/8” or ¼” (preferably pegboard) to which items are attached by means of lacing or thread:

1. Three samples with labels showing:
   a. Transfer of design onto leather, deepening of outline with modeling tool, and use of camouflage tool
   b. Steps shown in sample a as well as use of pear shader, beveling with modeling tool, and use of veiner
   c. Steps shown in samples a and b as well as use of seeder and backgrounder. Clear leather finish applied to sample c (optional for samples a and b)
2. Two completed articles using tools and skills studied in Unit 1, which include lacing (one using whip-stitch lacing and the other using running-stitch lacing)

Note: No carving, solid-color dyeing and/or color shading will be permitted.
Unit 2:
B. Exhibit board 12”x18”x 1/8” or ¼” (preferably pegboard) to which items are attached by means of lacing or thread:

1. Three samples with labels showing:
   a. Use of swivel knife and camouflage tool
   b. Steps shown in sample a as well as use of pear shader
   c. Steps shown in samples a and b as well as use of seeder, backgrounder and decorative cuts; clear leather finish applied to sample c (optional for samples a and b)
2. Two completed articles using tools and skills studied in Units 1 and 2, which include lacing (at least one with double-loop lacing)

Note: No pictorial (relating to, composed of, or shown by pictures) carving or use of dyes or color permitted.
Unit 3
B. One completed carved article or set that includes at least one of the major skills: carved conventional design, inverted carving techniques, beginning dyeing, simple molding and shaping or hand stitching.
Note: No pictorial carving (framed pictures) or figure carving (realistic animal and human figures). No solid color dyeing or shading will be permitted.
Unit 4
B. Any article or set, other than a picture, of either conventional or realistic design, demonstrating one or more of the major skills learned in this unit: figure carving, embossing or filigree work. Beginning dyeing and staining according to Unit 3 are acceptable, but color shading and solid-color dyeing will not be permitted on this article.
Note: Solid-color dyeing and color shading will not be permitted.
Unit 5
B. One completed article or matching set, other than a picture, which demonstrates advanced carving skills and which is colored by solid-color dyeing, block dyeing or shade dyeing. The design can be either conventional or realistic carving.
Unit 6
B. One framed or mounted carved leather picture (scene or portrait-not clock) or a matching set, suitable for wall hanging. The article may be left natural color or it may be stained or colored according to any of the methods taught in previous units.
Unit 7
B. One completed saddle. The leather may be either tooled or untooled and may be finished in any suitable fashion
Unit 8 - Recommended for 1^st year members
B. One completed article or matching set using creative stamping
Unit 9
B. One article or matching set illustrating construction by lacing, braiding, expanding, sculpting, untooled leather construction or leather art technique. Exhibit must use nontooled and nonsewn leather working techniques (minimum tooling required for effect is acceptable).
Unit 10
B. One completed article or garment made by sewing leather

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

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Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.

1. Focus on Photography has been broken into two exhibit Levels --Level 1A and Level1B. 4-H members should be enrolled in Focus in Photography but can choose to exhibit in either Level 1A or Level 1B. If a member completes the manual, they may enter in both Level 1A and Level 1B. There must be an e-Record for each Level (the e-record can be photo copied).

2. For all units, submit photo material for the current unit being entered. Do not submit previous photos or records.

3. In Levels 1-3 pictures can either be mounted on the journal pages or on card stock. Use the tips on page 73 of the manuals for mounting the pictures.

4. Best photo may be up to 5”x7” in size. Best Photo may be mounted on the journal page 7 or can be mounted on cardstock and identified as your “Best Photo”. If you are entering the Best Photo Contest you will need to make a copy of your “Best Photo” and follow the rules for mounting. Therefore, you will need two photos of your Best Photo, one for your project and one for the Best Photo Contest (For Levels 1-3). No duplicate pictures will be accepted except for best picture and or Best Photo Contest.

5. Binder/notebooks: Use a Hardback, three-ring notebook 3 inch size for all units. No posters or oversized books. Do not use plastic covers on any pages in any unit. All materials must fit within the notebook. Include all your photos and e-Record in the three-ring notebook. Additional pages can be added as needed to exhibit your photos.

6. Videos must be appropriate for total family viewing.

7. For photo exhibits in Levels 1-3 follow the tips on page 73 of the manuals. Photos can be mounted on the journal pages or on cardstock . Label format for Units 1-3:
Camera used_________________________
Type of film__________________________
Exposure details_______________________
Journal page # (if using card stock to mount pictures)
Photo # (left to right and top to bottom)_________
Subject: ________________________________
Date Photo Taken_________________________

8. Label Format for UNITS 4-7
Activity #___________________________
Photo #____________________________
Subject____________________________
Date Photo Taken___________________
Notes:_____________________________

9. Label Format for Best Photo Contest
Title_______________________________
Name_____________________________
4-H Age____________________________
Camera used________________________
Film_______________________________
Subject____________________________

Unit Requirements:

Level 1A—Focus on Photography
A. Completed e-Record. Include the following in your story: what camera you use this year (brand name, film size, etc.), how you stored your negatives/discs and why you picked your Best Photo pictures (also include photos of you working on your project in the e-Record photo page).
B. Complete pages 4-7 in the manual and place them in the three-ringed notebook with your photos and e-Record.
C. Level 1A photo exhibits will consist of the following Photo Journal pages from Project Areas: Equipment and Lighting (a minimum of 30 photos). Photos may be mounted on cardstock with reference to journal pages:

• Photo Journal page 7—1 photo (Best Photo)
• Photo Journal page 12—5 photos
• Photo Journal page 16—6 photos
• Photo Journal page 20—3 photos of outdoor scene taken different times (explained in manual pg. 18); 3 photos of inside scene taken different times (explained in manual pg. 18) (minimum of 6 photos)
• Photo Journal page 24—5 photos
• Photo Journal page 28—4 photos
• Photo Journal page 32—3 photos

Level 1B—Focus on Photography
A. Completed e-Record. Include the following in your story: what camera you use this year (Brand name, film size, etc.), how you stored your negatives/discs and why you picked your Best Photo pictures. (Also include photos of you working on your project in the e-Record photo page.)
B. Complete pages 4-7 in the manual and place them in the three-ringed notebook with your photos and e-Record.
C. Level 1B photo exhibits will consist of the following Photo Journal pages from Project Areas: Composition and Skill Building (a minimum of 31 pictures). Photos may be mounted on cardstock with reference to journal pages:

• Photo Journal page 7—1 Photo (Best Photo)
• Photo Journal page 36—3 photos
• Photo Journal page 40—3 photos
• Photo Journal page 44—3 to 5 photos
• Photo Journal page 48—4 photos
• Photo Journal page 52—4 photos
• Photo Journal page 56—3photos
• Photo Journal page 60—3 to 5 story format
• Photo Journal page 64—3 to 5 photos
• Photo Journal page 68—4 photos

Level 2—Controlling the Image
A. Completed e-Record. Include the following in your story: what camera did you use this year (brand name, film size , etc.), how do you store your negatives/discs and why did you pick your Best Photo pictures. Also include photos of you working on your project in the e-Record photo page.
B. Complete pages 4-7 in the manual and place them in the three-ringed notebook with your photos and e-Record.
C. Level 2 photo exhibits will consist of the following Photo Journal pages in the Manual (a minimum of 48 photos):
Note: This level is for cameras that can be adjusted for speed and lighting. Photos may be mounted on cardstock with reference to journal pages:

1. Photo Journal page 7—1 photo (Best Photo)
2. Photo Journal page 12—3 still subject with different aperture settings (explained in manual page 10); 3 moving subjects with different shutter speeds (explained in manual page 10)
3. Photo Journal page 16—6 photos
4. Photo Journal page 20—3 photos as explained in manual on page 18
5. Photo Journal page 24—2 photos with hard light and 2 photos will soft light
6. Photo Journal page 28—2 photos
7. Photo Journal page 32—3 photos
8. Photo Journal page 36—3 photos
9. Photo Journal page 40—3 photos
10. Photo Journal page 44—3 to 5 photos
11. Photo Journal page 48—1 photo
12. Photo Journal page 52—3 to 4 photos
13. Photo Journal page 56—2 photos
14. Photo Journal page 60—3 photos
15. Photo Journal page 64—3 photos
16. Photo Journal page 68—panorama

Level 3—Mastering Photography
A. Completed e-Record. Include the following in your story: what camera you use this year (Brand name, film size, etc.), how you stored your negatives/discs and why you picked your Best Photo pictures. (Also include photos of you working on your project in the e-Record photo page.)
B. Complete pages 4-7 in the manual and place them in the three-ringed notebook with your photos and e-Record.
C. Level 3 photo exhibits will consist of the following Photo Journal pages from the manual (a minimum of 48 photos). Photos may be mounted on cardstock with reference to journal pages:

1. Photo Journal page 7—1 photo (Best Photo)
2. Photo Journal page 12—3 photos
3. Photo Journal page 16—3 photos
4. Photo Journal page 20—3 photos
5. Photo Journal page 24—2 photos
6. Photo Journal page 28—3 photos
7. Photo Journal page 32—2 photos
8. Photo Journal page 36—4 photos
9. Photo Journal page 40—4 photos
10. Photo Journal page 44—6 photos
11. Photo Journal page 52—4 photos
12. Photo Journal page 56—3 photos
13. Photo Journal page 60—3 to 5 photos
14. Photo Journal page 64—Brochure—is not included in total photo count
15. Photo Journal page 68—3 photos

Unit 4—Option A—Black & White Darkroom Techniques
A. Completed e-Record secured in a sturdy three-ring binder/notebook. Include photos in the e-Record photo page of you working on your project.
B. Photos required for Exhibit are as follows:

1. Enlargement from seven best negatives
   a. One negative exposure series: normal, one stop under—one over
   a. From one negative—make three different size enlargements. Give exposure times for each.
   b. One negative process series
1. Developed only
2. Developed and stopped only
3. Developed, stopped and fixed
c. One negative—test and final print
1. Test exposure print
2. Final print
d. One negative burned in, one not burned in.
e. One negative dodged, one not dodged.
f. One print mounted fancy.

C. Include the camera quiz, cost analysis, closing inventory on the Specific Project Information page in the e-Record.
D. Exhibit to include 16 as listed in B and contact prints and proof sheets of negatives used.
Unit 4—Option B—Color Darkroom Techniques
A. Completed e-Record secured in a sturdy three-ring binder/notebook. Include photos in the e-Record photo page
of you working on your project.
B. Photos required for Exhibit are as follows:

1. Enlargement from best negative
   a. One negative exposure series: normal, one stop under—one
   over
   b. One negative—three different size prints, such as 3”x5”,
   4”x6”, 5”x7”, 8”x10”; indicate the exposure setting for each.
   c. One negative—test and final print
   1. Test exposure print
   2. Final print
   d. Cropping—two pictures (same negative each set) include
   original contact of proof sheets with cropped prints (5”x7” or
   8”x10”)
   e. One negative—one normal color balanced print and one
   showing incorrect color balance.
   f. Two prints (5”x7” or 8”x10”)
   1. One portrait of a person
   2. One print mounted fancy

C. Include the camera quiz, cost analysis, closing inventory on the Specific Project Information page in the e-Record.
D. Exhibit to include two proof sheets or contact prints plus 15 prints as listed in B.
Unit 6—Advanced Photography
A. Completed e-Record with emphasis on accomplishments in your story. Include photos in the e-Record photo page of you working on your project.
B. Include the following information on the Specific Information Page in the e-Record:

• goals
• plans
• accomplishments
• evaluation

C. Photos should show your progress and be labeled as successful or not, plus reasons.

Note: This unit is for those 4-H members who have advanced photography experiences (i.e. creative darkroom work, publishing, careers, etc.).
D. Article/display/notebook which illustrates achievements. The standardized display board size of 4 ft. x 3 ft is to be used for 4-H projects.

UNIT 7—VIDEO PHOTOGRAPHY
A. Completed e-Record and photography binder/notebook containing responses to the project/activities described in the 4-H Video Photography manual. Include photos in the e-Record photo page of you working on your project
B. Video as required (6 to 15-minute limitation). The video should be DVD media only and ready for viewing. Also the video must be appropriate for family viewing. Be sure that the DVD can be viewed on various computer operating systems (ex: Windows, Mac OS-X, etc.)

Note: For more information on displays and projects go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.

BEST PHOTO CONTEST
The Best Photo Contest is open to members in Photography Units 1-3. Those members wanting to participate will use their 5”x7” (Best Photo in Units 1-3) for this contest. No e-Record is required.

Rules:

1. 4-H members must use their 5”x7” Best Photo in Units 1-3 for this contest.
2. The photo must be mounted on a mat and suitable for hanging without additional frame. No other mounted materials (i.e. foam core, glass, wood, plastic, metal, etc.) can be used.
3. The maximum size for the matted only picture is no larger than 8”x10” (no frame or glass).
4. The photo must be labeled on the back with title, location of picture, member name, 4-H age, camera used, and film.
5. All photos used for the Best Photo Contest will become property of the State 4-H Office.
6. Photos will be judged according to the following criteria:
   a. Composition/Presentation
   b. Focus/Sharpness
   c. Lighting
   d. Creativity

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4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Woodworking Supplement

Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.

Units 1, 2 and 3 in Woodworking have very specific restrictions on the tools used in building an article to display. This is done for reasons of safety and to provide a fair comparison among projects in a unit. An exhibit that shows evidence of not following these restrictions will not be ranked in the top-ten placing.

Note: In making all placing, judges will consider straightness; accuracy and smoothness of saw cuts; the difficulty and preciseness of joints; the skill employed in the use of nails, screws, gluing and other hardware; freedom from tool or sandpaper marks; appropriate finish evenly applied; article attractiveness, proportions, and use of proper wood for the intended use; ability to follow instructions; quality of workmanship; and completeness of e-Record. Always use proper safety gear.

Unit Requirements:

All exhibits will consist of the following:
A. Completed e-Record with the plans used for making the exhibit (tell if the plan was your own, manual or other) presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Include the following information on the specific Project Information
Page in the e-Record:

1. Plan source used (your own, manual or other)
2. Kind of wood used
3. Names of joints and fasteners used
4. A drawing or other copy of a plan for the article exhibited
   a. Dimensions
   b. List of materials used
   c. A description of any changes in the article’s specifications
   d. Reason for the changes
5. List of all articles made

C. Any one article constructed by the exhibitor using the skills learned in unit

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Portfolio Pathways
Exhibit will consist of the following:
A. Completed e-Record in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Completion of a minimum of two art techniques listed under the media of Painting, Printing or Graphic Design in which the member is enrolled. Provide pictures of all completed art techniques on the Specific Project Information page in the e-Record (art techniques for painting: acrylics, watercolors, abstracts, sand painting, self-portrait, action painting, oil painting with impasto, scumbling and perspective and encaustic painting) See manual for printing and graphic-design techniques.
C. Explanation in your 4-H Project e-Record story of what you learned
D. Exhibit—display of your best art design. Oil paintings and acrylic paintings should be no larger than 16” x 24” and ready to hang (no frames should be used). Watercolor paintings should use small matte and framed with glass. The framed watercolor should not be larger than 16” x 24”.

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