HOMECRAFT
HOMECRAFT RULES & REGULATIONS
- All entries must be in place by 12 NOON on Friday August 7th
- Entries must be placed in the Curling Club in its proper section ready for the judges between:
- 6 pm- 8 pm on Thursday August 6th, 2026 OR
- 9 am- 12 NOON on Friday August 7th, 2026
- Everything will be done to protect exhibits as far as possible. The Board will not be responsible for any loss to exhibitors.
- Only one entry per exhibitor per class.
- All articles in Homecraft must be strictly the product of the exhibitor.
- All grains, garden and orchard products must be grown on the exhibitor’s premises during the past season unless specified.
- No exhibits are to be removed until 5:00 PM on Sunday August 9th
- Prize Money can be picked up at the Homecraft Quilt Draw table or the Fair Office Saturday and Sunday of the fair.
ENTRY TAGS
Entry tags must be attached to each item you are exhibiting. Please have your entry tags completed and attached to your exhibits before arriving at the Curling Club.
Entry tags are available to be picked up in Campbellford from: Campbellford Library, The Wine Barrel II , Robin’s Nest or by contacting the secretary at (705)653-5338.
Homecraft
Antiques & Collectables–
Committee: Heather Owens & Frank Haig (705)632-1044
Helpers: Brenda Preston & Val Dunham
Notes for exhibiting:
- We will do our utmost to return all entries in the condition in which you bring them. However, all antiques are exhibited at the owner’s risk. All entries will be placed behind a barrier and will be removed from the display by Director’s only, for safety.
- All entries must be in place by 12 noon, Friday of the fair in the Curling Club.
Rules:
- Entries must be at least 50 years old.
- Any notes of historical interest and approximate age are appreciated.
- Small cracks or flaws will not disqualify the item.
- All entry tags must be securely fastened to the article exhibited.
- Items are judged on age, history, rarity, uniqueness, and authenticity by a local antique expert.
- CSAS will not be responsible for damages to display items in this section.
PRIZES: 1st- $6, 2nd- $5, 3rd-$4
1. | Ladies fancy hat |
2. | Aerial farm photo |
3. | Christmas tree ornament |
4. | Marriage Certificate |
5. | Local sports team jacket |
6. | Children’s story book |
7. | Men’s tie clip |
8. | Egg cup |
9. | Brace and bit |
10. | Birthday Card |
TOP EXHIBITORS Top Two Exhibitor’s in Section 27- Antiques and Collectables 1st- $15 | |
Preserves- Section 29
Director in Charge: Charlene Wright 705-653-0453
Committee:Marion Hay, Jennifer Hardy-Parr
Helpers:Sandra Douglas, Judy Hardy, Mary Ellen Sherwin, Genness Smith
Notes for exhibiting Preserves:
- All tags must be securely fastened on jars using string or elastic bands. NO TAPE PLEASE
- All jars must be sealed according to proper canning procedures (2024 make accepted)
- All jars must be suitable canning jars with 2-piece metal lids
- NO cloth covers except in Specials.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6
Classes:
1. | Canned Peaches |
2. | Canned Applesauce |
3. | Canned Tomatoes |
4. | Fruit Cocktail (3 or more fruits) |
5. | Stewed Rhubarb |
6. | Red Raspberry Jam |
7. | Peach Marmalade |
8. | Wine Jelly |
9. | Strawberry and Rhubarb Jam |
10. | Carrot Marmalade |
11. | Mixed Berry Jam |
12. | Rhubarb Pineapple Jam |
13. | Jam not listed (Named on tag) |
14. | Bread and Butter Pickles |
15. | Chili Sauce |
16. | Salsa- heat level to be identifed on tag |
17. | Sweet and Sour Sauce |
18. | Sweet Cucumber Pickles |
19. | Pickled Beets |
20. | Beet Relish |
21. | Mustard Bean Pickle |
22. | Icicle Pickes- no food colouring |
23. | Homemade Mayonnaise |
24. | Dill Beans |
25. | Barbeque Sauce |
26. | Cranberry Sauce |
27. | 9 day pickles |
28. | Pickle not Listed (Named on tag) |
29. | A display of 6 muffins with a selection of jams, jellies and/or marmalades Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10, others: $0 Homecraft Special Display in suitable basket (no handles) decorated for the fair theme “Rural Roots and Rubber Boots”. Judged on appearance only. |
30. | Hot Dog or Hamburger Relish Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Reta Parr Special |
31. | 1 jar of Dill Carrots Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Charlene Wright Special |
32. | 1 jar of Mincemeat Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Charlene Wright Special |
33. | Jar of Cooked Strawberry Jam Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsored by the Dunham Family in Memory of Tina Dunham |
34. | 1 jar of either Pepper Relish of Pepper Jelly Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Marg Dooher Special |
35. | 1 jar of cucumber dill pickles with garlic Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Jennifer Hardy Parr Special |
Top Exhibitors Prize: $15 The Campbellford Fair is offering prizes to the Top Two Exhibitors in Section 29- Preserves. | |
Top Exhibitors – 2nd Prize: $10 The Campbellford Fair is offering prizes to the Top Two Exhibitors in Section 29- Preserves. | |
BAKING: Section 30
Director in Charge: Cathy Redden 705-653-2046
Committee: Carol Darling, Helen Brahaney, Carlene Petherick
Helpers: Barb Fry, Diane Tweedie
Notes for exhibiting Baking:
- All baking MUST be put into plastic bags, and on suitably sized white disposable plates, trays or covered cardboard unless otherwise specified. NO PLASTIC WRAP
- Yeast breads may be exhibited on wicker plates and in baskets. NO high handles
- Pie Plates MUST be aluminum foil
- NO mixes unless specified
- Papers MUST be removed from muffins
- Baking will be judged using “Homecraft Judging Standards for Ontario Fairs”
Classes:
1. | Loaf of Homemade White Bread Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
2. | Six Cloverleaf Rolls Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
3. | Loaf of Whole Wheat Bread Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
4. | Six White Dinner Rolls Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Shirley Little Special |
5. | Chelsea Buns Baked in Round Pan Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Thelma Parr Special |
6. | Three Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
7. | Three Carrot Pineapple Muffins Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
8. | Zucchini Loaf- Plain Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
9. | Lemon Loaf- Glazed Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
10. | Five Bran Muffins with Fruit Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
11. | Three Chocolate Brownies- iced, no nuts Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
12. | Three Date Squares Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
13. | Three Chocolate Chip Cookies- No Nuts Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
14. | Three Peanut Butter Cookies Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
15. | Five unbaked squares- 1 variety, any kind Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3 Carol Darling Special |
16. | Five Ginger Snaps Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Tina Dunham Memorial Special |
17. | Rhubarb Pie- 2 Crust Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
18. | Cherry Pie- hand strapped or lattice Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
19. | Pecan Pie Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
20. | Raisin Pie- 2 crust Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
21. | Baked Pie Shell Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
22. | Apple Pie Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
23. | OAAS Butter Tart Competition- 6 Butter Tarts (no fruit, no nuts, no raisins, no pecans) Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
24. | Five Pieces Maple Cream Candy Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 Carlene Petherick Special |
25. | Five Pieces Chocolate Fudge- no nuts Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 Carlene Petherick Special |
26. | Five Pieces of 1 Kind of candy not already listed- named Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 Carlene Petherick Special |
27. | Banana Cake, square, iced Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
28. | Carrot Cake, square, iced Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
29. | Chocolate Cake- square, 1 layer, iced Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Giant Tiger Campbellford Special Must be made using cocoa and icing sugar purchased at Giant Tiger. Cash register tape showing purchase must be attached |
30. | Pineapple Upside Down Cake Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $10 Fisher’s No Frills Special Entries must be accompanied by cash register tape showing purchase of pineapple at Fisher’s No Frills |
31. | Tomato Soup Cake- Square and Iced Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $10 Fisher’s No Frills Special Entries must be accompanied by cash register tape showing purchase of tomato soup at Fisher’s No Frills |
32. | Queen Elizabeth Cake with broiled topping Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 Sharpe’s Gift Cards Sharpe’s Food Market Special Using dates purchased at Sharpe’s Market. Cash register tape showing purchase of dates to accompany entry |
33. | Five tea biscuits using your faviourite recipe. Recipe to be included with entry. Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Cathy Redden Special |
34. | Plate of assorted baked goods to welcome a new neighbour Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8 Homecraft Baking Special |
35. | New Exhibitor Special- Seven of your favourite squares of 1 variety to be named Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
36. | Novice- Five zucchini muffins Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 For Junior Bakers age 15-19 years |
37. | Novice- Banana Loaf Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 For Junior Bakers age 15-19 years |
38. | Novice- Three Peanut Butter Cookies Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 For Junior Bakers age 15-19 years |
Top Exhibitors Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 The Campbellford Fair is offering prizes to the top two exhibitors in Section 30- Baking | |
Carlene Petherick Special- Awarded to a Novice Baker (15-19) with the Prize: Gift valued at $50 most points, who has moved from Junior Baking to compete in Section 30. | |
Best Overall Bread Prize: $10 | |
Best Overall Cookies/Squares Prize: $10 | |
Best Overall Pastry Prize: $10 | |
Best Overall Cake Prize: $10 | |
Needlecraft- Section 31
Director in Charge: Debbie Petherick 705-632-9373 and Eleanor Bennett 705-653-1783
Committee: Connie Allen, Esther Watson, Carole Dunk, Patty Finch and Chesslyn McDevitt
Helpers: Darlene Petherick, Carol Petherick, Melanie Loprieno, Margaret Dooher, Mina Murphy, Helen Stephens, Lila Carrier
Notes for exhibiting Needlecraft:
- All entries to be placed by 12 noon on the Friday of the Fair
- Articles showing signs of wear or soiled will be disqualified
- Quilts may be shown 3 years, all other items 2 years
- ALL QUILTS TO BE HAND QUILTED UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
- Markings of identification on quilts (i.e. initials) must be covered until after judging
- NO “For Sale” signs allowed until after judging
- NO quilt kits allowed in regular sections
- O.A.A.S HAND QUILT RULE SUMMARY- A quilt must measure at least 324” on the perimeter to qualify for the Grand and Reserve Grand Prizes and to go to the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies Competitions.
OAAS HAND QUILTED QUILT COMPETITION- ELIGIBILITY, RULES AND REGULATIONS
OAAS MACHINE-QUILTED QUILT COMPETITION – ELIGIBILITY, RULES AND REGULATIONS
QUILTS- MAY BE HAND OR MACHINE-QUILTED
Classes:
1. | Patchwork Quilt- Pieced Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10 |
2. | Exhibitor’s Choice Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10 |
3. | Quilt as you go- not eligible for OAAS quilt competition Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10 |
4. | Quilt Themed for a child’s/teen’s room – No Crib Quilts Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10 |
5. | Modern (not traditional) Quilt Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10 |
Grand Champion Hand Quilted Quilt / Reserve Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $25 Chosen from eligible quilts, 324 on the perimeter, made and Hand-Quilted by the exhibitor, from classes 1 to 5 | |
8. | Any personally made pieced quilt that is machine quilted by yourself or professionally Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20 gift certificates Your #1 Sewing Centre Special Please indicate on entry tag if quilted by you. No size specifications but must be 324″ on the perimeter to be eligible for Grand Champion Machine Quilt Prize |
9. | Quilt- Machine Quilted (by home sewer, not professional) Please indicare on entry tag if quilted by another Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10 Any size but must be 324" on the perimeter to be eligible for Grand Champion Machine Quilt Prize |
Grand Champion Machine Quilted Quilt / Reserve Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $25 Eligible if 324 on the perimeter, made and Machine-Quilted by the exhibitor (not on long arm machine) | |
12. | A Quilt Top Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
13. | Three different quilt blocks, named and pinned at corner, minimum 12" blocks Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
14. | Quilted wall hanging, hand or home machine quilted Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
15. | Any quilted article, NO quilts Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
16. | Quilted tablecloth, table runner, or bed runner, machine or hand quilted Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
17. | Crib quilt, pieced or appliqued Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
18. | Crib quilt from panel Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
19. | Your #1 Sewing Centre Special- Crib Quilt pieced or appliqued Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $8 gift cards Quilt to be donated to Campbellford Memorial Hospital Gift Shop to raise funds for CMH. |
20. | Your #1 Sewing Centre Special- Crib Quilt from a panel Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $8 gift cards Quilt to be donated to Campbellford Memorial Hospital Gift Shop to raise funds for CMH. |
21. | Afghan, knitted Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
22. | Afghan, crocheted Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
23. | Baby afghan/carriage cover, knitted or crocheted Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
24. | Any needle-worked article (i.e. Hardanger, Brzailian Embroidery, Huck Toweling, Cross Stitch, Tamari, Knitting) Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
25. | Article of hand embroidery Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
26. | Article of machine embroidery Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
Judges Choice- Best Article Chosen from Classes 1 to 26 Prize: $10 | |
27. | Long-sleeved pullover or cardigan, any size- Knitted Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
28. | Headwear- Knitted Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
29. | Slippers, any size – Knitted Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
30. | Knitted shrug, bolero or poncho Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
31. | Knitted scarf Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
32. | Knitted mittens Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
33. | Three Dishcloths with Three Different Patterns, knit Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
34. | Any Knitted Article Not Previously Listed (No Afghans) Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
35. | Article made from left-over yarn Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 gift certificates from J. B. O’Brien & Sons Co. Ltd. Stedman’s Special |
36. | Cushion Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
37. | Cushion- pieced or appliqued in old fashioned quilt pattern Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
38. | Headwear or scarf, crochet Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
39. | Crocheted Stuffed Toy or Doll’s Outfit Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
40. | Baby Set or Baby Shawl Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
41. | Any Crocheted Article not previously listed Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
42. | Children’s Bib- sewn Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
43. | Any Item of Child’s Clothing Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
44. | Any sleepwear, sewn Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
45. | Sewn Apron Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
46. | Sewn Article not previously listed Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
47. | Sewn Handbag/Purse/Tote Bag Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Eleanor Bennett Special |
48. | Something new from something old- sewn using blue jeans Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Debbie Petherick Special |
50. | Novice Class- Any Sewn Article Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 For Ages 15-19- Melanie Loprieno Special |
49. | Novice Class- Any crocheted or knitted article Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 For ages 15-19 |
51. | A Hooked Item- Using Yarn, Not Latch Hook Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Campbellford Seymour Rug Hookers Special |
52. | A hooked wall hanging with hanger; Not framed, not latch hook Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Campbellford Seymour Rug Hookers Special |
53. | Any hooked item other than rugs, i.e. cushion, picture, etc. Not Latch Hook Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Campbellford Seymour Rug Hookers Special |
54. | A hooked rug- Not latch hook Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Campbellford Seymour Rug Hookers Special |
Judges Choice- Best Article chosen from classes 27 to 54 Prize: $10 | |
Top Exhibitor- Needlecraft Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 The Campbellford Fair is offering a prize for the top 2 exhibitors in Section 31- Needlecraft | |
Hobbies: Section 34
Director in Charge: June Keating 705-778-2072
Committee: Linda Anderson, Vivian Smallwood, Janice Rutherford, Angela Dickinson, Ava Finlay
Helpers: Susan McLaren, Diane Petherick, Harmony McCulloch
Notes for exhibiting Hobbies:
- Articles showing signs of wear will be barred
- Markings of identification on Items (i.e. initials) must be covered until after judging
Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
Classes:
1. | Windchimes |
2. | Item of Button Art, not to exceed 12" x 12" |
3. | Homemade Item for a Pet |
4. | Welcome Sign |
5. | Hand Painted Rock, not to exceed 8" (entire rock must be painted) |
6. | Any article incorporating beads |
7. | Cup and Saucer centerpiece |
8. | Trash to Treasure- identify the original materials used |
9. | A page of adult colouring from an adult colouring book using pencil crayon or marker |
10. | Spa in a Jar, jar must have a lid |
11. | Braided Rag Trivet |
12. | Decorative Wire Art |
13. | Article of Diamond Painting |
14. | Homemade gift for a child |
15. | Pin Cushion |
16. | Pinecone Craft |
17. | Handmade Gnome, any media |
18. | A craft created using a Cricut Machine |
19. | Family tree incorporating wood slices |
20. | Article of Macrame |
21. | Door Wreath, must be ready to hang with hanger attached |
22. | 3D Crafted Pumpkin, any media |
23. | Handcrafted Greeting Card |
24. | Christmas Item, any media |
25. | A Christmas Tree Ornament |
26. | Unique Christmas Apron |
27. | Christmas Stocking |
28. | Christmas Angel(s) any media- No Quilts |
29. | Door Decoration- no wreaths |
30. | Scrapbook a handmade mini photo album- no larger than 12" x 12" |
31. | Novice Class- Article of Diamond Painting For ages 15-19 year olds |
32. | Novice Class- Item of String Art- no larger than 12" x 12" For ages 15-19 year olds |
33. | Hobbies Committee Special- Homemade Scarf All entries to be donated to Campbellford Memorial Hospital Gift Shop |
34. | Centerpiece for Dining Room Table using a milk bottle Angela Dickinson Special |
35. | Porch Decoration incorporating a rubber boot or boots June Keating Special |
36. | Article made with sewing room scraps- no quilts Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Gift Cards Your #1 Sewing Center Special |
37. | Garden Sculpture, any medium, no larger than 24" Viv’s Glass and Screen Shop and More Special |
Top Exhibitors Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 The Campbellford Fair is offering a prize for the top 2 exhibitors in Section 34- Hobbies | |
Judges Choice- Best Article Chosen from Hobbies- section 34 Prize: $20 | |
Amateur Photography: Section 35
Director in Charge: Tracy Doucette 705-653-8921
Helpers: Joanne Forestell, Hannah Doucette, Jeff Doucette, Brenda Morrison
Notes for Exhibiting Photography:
- MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS: Photos must be mounted on BLACK or WHITE BRISTOL BOARD with a minimum 1-inch border around photo, up to a maximum Bristol board size of 8”x10” for 4”x6” or 5”x7” photos and a maximum of 11”x14” for 8”x10” photos.
- NO FORMER CAMPBELLFORD FAIR PRIZE-WINNING PHOTO WILL BE ACCEPTED.
- Photographs MUST be taken by the exhibitor.
- Only ONE entry per class per exhibitor.
- DO NOT use photocopies, laminated pictures, photo corners, or paper/construction paper (for mounting)… Photos will be disqualified.
- Please attach entry tag to the top right corner of entry- do not cover photo with tag, tag may extend beyond edge of mounting if necessary.
- Composite photos not permitted, unless specified in “digital art” class
- AI images not permitted
- Reminder for digital photographers: Print quality affects judging; don’t be disqualified because of poor printing.
Classes:
1. | Child/ Children Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
2. | Friends Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
3. | Fences, Bridges or Doorways Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
4. | Canadiana Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
5. | Country Living Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
6. | Nostalgia Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
7. | Looking Up Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
8. | Emotion Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
9. | Nature Up Close Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
10. | Togetherness Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
11. | "Rural Roots and Rubber Boots"- get creative with our Fair Theme Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
12. | Fall Colours Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black & White |
13. | Colour only- Photographer’s Choice Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7 |
14. | Black and White- Portrait Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Black & White Only |
15. | Black & White- Quiet rural life Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7- Black & White Only |
16. | 8×10- Photographer’s Choice Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 8×10, Colour or Black and White |
17. | 8×10- Feathers or Fur Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 8×10- Colour or Black & White accepted |
18. | Doucette Family Special- Landscape Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 8×10- Colour or Black & White accepted |
19. | Maclaren’s IDA Special- Baby’s Perfect Smile (under 2 years) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7- Only colour snapshots accepted |
20. | Maclaren’s IDA Special- Canadian Weather Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7- Only colour snapshots accepted |
21. | Maclaren’s IDA Special- Summer Fun Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7- Only colour snapshots accepted |
22. | Snapshots Photo and Framing Special- Let’s Eat Prizes: 1st: 1st- $6, 2nd: 2nd- $4, 3rd: 3rd- $2 in Processing Credit from Snapshots Photo and Framing 4×6 or 5×7, Only Colour Snapshots accepted |
23. | Snapshots Photo and Framing Special- A different view Prizes: 1st: 1st- $6, 2nd: 2nd- $4, 3rd: 3rd- $2 in Processing Credit from Snapshots Photo and Framing 4×6 or 5×7, Only Colour Snapshots accepted |
24. | Snapshots Photo and Framing Special- My happy place Prizes: 1st: 1st- $6, 2nd: 2nd- $4, 3rd: 3rd- $2 in Processing Credit from Snapshots Photo and Framing 4×6 or 5×7, Only Colour Snapshots accepted |
25. | Lauren Twigg Special- Water Droplets Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted |
26. | Barb Apars Special- The Family Dog Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted In Memory of Timon and Rory |
27. | Barb Apars Special- Celebrating a special day with our dog Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted In Memory of Timon and Rory |
28. | Kathy Twigg Special- After Dark Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted |
29. | The Style House Salon Special- Bad Hair Day Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted |
30. | Riverstone on the Crowe Special- Most Romantic Wedding Photo Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted |
31. | Riverstone on the Crowe Special- Best Candid from a Wedding Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted |
32. | Riverstone on the Crowe Special- A funny photo from a wedding Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted |
33. | Petherick Family Special- Halloween Fun Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 4×6 or 5×7, Colour or Black and White Snapshots accepted |
Judges Pick of Show Prize: $25 Awarded to Judge’s Top Pick in Section 35 | |
Top Exhibitors- Photography Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 The Campbellford Fair is offering a prize for the top 2 exhibitors’ in the Photography Sections | |
Flowers: Section 40
Director in Charge: Cara Owens 705-868-7414
Helpers: Sheilda Owens, Krista Grills
Notes for exhibiting Flowers:
- Please read carefully for container and plant specifications. ALL PLANT ENTRIES MUST BE NAMED.
- Only one entry allowed in each class per exhibitor.
- All flowers MUST be home-grown. Live plant foliage and accessories may be used to enhance entries. Please enter only healthy, attractive plants.
- All entries MUST have tags securely attached with string or elastic band, or they will be disqualified. This is not the responsibility of the Directors or Judges.
- Any exhibit, even though it may be the only entry in its class, will be awarded a prize only if it possesses sufficient merit.
- The committee or Fair Board will not be responsible for any breakage or loss of containers, etc., in any entry
Classes:
1. | Potted Impatiens (in bloom) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
2. | Geranium in bloom Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
3. | Potted Fern (Any variety) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
4. | Orchid in bloom Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
5. | Unusual plant- not listed here and named Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
6. | African Violet- Purple Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
7. | Succulent Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
8. | Flowering Begonia (tuberous) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
9. | Flowering Begonia (fibrous) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
10. | Coleus 2026 Plant Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
11. | Foliage Plant- (no flowers, not listed here and named) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
12. | Flowering Plant- not listed here and named Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
13. | Hens and Chicks- more than 1 plant Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
14. | Ivy Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
15. | Aloe Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
16. | Spider plant- any variety Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 1 plant/pot unless noted, must have been property of the owner for min. 3 months |
17. | Gladiolus- 3 spikes- any colours Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
18. | Cosmos- bouquet of any variety Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
19. | Marigolds- 3 large blooms (over 2") Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
20. | Marigolds- 3 small blooms (under 2") Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
21. | Snapdragons- 3 spikes Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
22. | Nasturtiums- bouquet- any colours Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
23. | Zinnias- 3 blooms of 1 variety over 2" Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
24. | Zinnias- 3 blooms of 1 variety under 2" Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
25. | Pansies- bouquet and own foliage Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
26. | Petunias- 3 sprays, single Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
27. | Petunias- 3 sprays, double Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
28. | 5 herbs named and displayed in a vase Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
29. | Asters- 3 blooms Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
30. | Calendula- 3 flowers or sprays Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
31. | Sedum- 3 stems, different variety Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
32. | Dahlia- large variety- 1 bloom Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
33. | Dahlia- small variety- 3 blooms Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
34. | Any annual not already listed- 3 blooms (to be named on tag) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
35. | "A Lonely Voyage"- One perennial bloom FLOATING in a stemmed glass Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
36. | Rose in a vase with own foilage Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
37. | True Lilies (not day lilies)- 3 stalks Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
38. | Phlox- 3 stalks Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
39. | Bouquet of Echinacea (any one colour) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
40. | Bouquet of Sweet Peas Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
41. | Bouquet of Rudbeckia Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
42. | Collection of perennials- one each of 5 varieties- please name all 5 plants on the back of your tag Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 must be in suitable container, with own foliage and be grown by exhibitor |
43. | "Every Farmer Needs a Break"- An arrangement in a coffee mug Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $6 |
44. | Patio Planter Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $6 |
45. | "Motoring Around the Fields"- An arrangement displayed in a Toy Truck or Farm Vehicle Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $6 |
46. | "Once around Your backyard"- A bouquet in a vase Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $6 |
47. | "Good Things Grow in Rural Ontario"- An arrangement in a vegetable Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $6 |
48. | "Mucking Around"- A bouquet displayed in a rubber boot Prize: 1st-3rd- $10 Gift Card EARTH ANGEL SPECIAL |
49. | "Every green beauty"- An arrangement using only green foliage and herbs Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 OLIVER STUDIOS- JULIE PETHERICK SPECIAL |
50. | "Taking Flight"- An arrangement of fresh flowers incorporating a decorative bird. Accessories may be used. Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 CARA OWENS SPECIAL- |
51. | "Pot of Gold"- A display of sunflowers in a black container Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 SUNFLOWER’S SPA SPECIAL |
52. | "Dad’s Ole Flannel Shirt"- Arrangement must incorporate flannel in the arrangement or container Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 CAMPBELLFORD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY SPECIAL |
CAROLINE’S ORGANICS SPECIAL- Best overall design/arrangement from classes 42-51 inclusive Prize: $30 Gift Card | |
TOP EXHIBITORS Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 The Campbellford Fair is offering a prize for the top 2 exhibitors’ in the Flower Section | |
Vegetables: Section 41
Director in Charge: John Finlay 705-924-2160
Committee: Kevin Brahaney, Eugene Brahaney, Ella Finlay and Corrine Finlay
Notes for exhibiting Vegetables:
- Only one entry allowed in each section per exhibitor
- To be shown on paper plates (if possible) NOT in a container or box with tag firmly attached
- ATTENTION NEW EXHIBITORS: Entry tags must be clearly marked “New Exhibitor” in the portion of the tag that is closed. A new exhibitor is one who has not exhibited Vegetables in Campbellford Fair in the past 5 years.
Tips for Exhibiting Vegetables
- Vegetables are judged on quality and uniformity
- Leave 1.2 cm tops on carrots, beets, and onions
- Leave calyx attached on Tomatoes
- Leave 1.2 cm stems on peppers
- Do not peel or wash onions, just remove rough outer skin
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Classes:
1. | 5 Red Potatoes |
2. | 5 White Potatoes |
3. | 5 Garden Carrots |
4. | 5 Green Onions |
5. | 5 Yellow Onions |
6. | 5 Red Onions |
7. | 3 Red Tomatoes over 2½" diameter, calyx on |
8. | 5 Red Cherry Tomatoes under 1½" diameter, calyx on |
9. | Largest Tomato, any colour, calyx on |
10. | 3 Green Tomatoes, calyx on |
11. | 8 Yellow Wax Beans |
12. | 8 Green String Beans |
13. | 5 Table Beets (Global) |
14. | 3 Slicing Cucumbers |
15. | 3 Garlic Bulbs |
16. | 3 Green Peppers |
17. | 3 Zucchini, 7-8" |
18. | Largest Zucchini |
19. | 2 Squash (Any variety) |
20. | 1 Potted Herb, named |
CAMPBELLFORD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY SPECIAL IN MEMORY OF JIM TROTTER- Most points in Classes 1-20 Prize: Trophy | |
Top Exhibitors- Vegetables Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10 The Campbellford Fair is offering a prize for the top 2 exhibitors’ in the Vegetable Section | |
JUNIOR WORK
Junior Work-
Junior Crafts and Baking: Section 38A
Director in Charge: Teresa Gilders 705-653-6833
Committee: Paula Eckel, Valerie Graham, Lori Anne Pettey, Pam Emmott, Katherine Vanden Tillart, Amy Jo Doherty, Emily Pomeroy
Helpers: Gordie Gilders, Quinn Emmott, Portia Redden, Mae Vanden Tillart, Hazen Eckel
Notes for exhibiting Junior Work:
- JUNIORS MUST FOLLOW THE HOMECRAFT ENTRY GUIDELINES AND ENTER PRIOR TO THE FAIR- PLEASE SEE HOW TO ENTER AT THE BEGINNING OF THE BOOK
- Everything will be done to protect exhibits as much as possible. The board is not responsible for any loss to exhibitors.
- Only one entry per exhibitor per class
- Children can enter up one age category ONLY (ex. A 6-year-old may enter children aged 4 to 6 years and the 7 to 9-year level, BUT NOT the 10 to 14.)
- Prize Money: Please pick up your prize money from the ladies selling Quilt Draw tickets at the Front of the Curling Club anytime after 1 pm on Saturday and until 4pm on Sunday.
- Announcement to Parents: Parents are urged to allow their child to do all the work in preparing their exhibits without your assistance. Encourage them in every way but remember that the work you do for them defeats the objective of the Fair.
Classes:
1. | 3 yrs and under-Paper Plate Turtle |
2. | 3 yrs and under- Paper bag pig |
3. | 3 yrs and under- Collection of 12 pretty rocks displayed in an egg carton |
4. | 4 to 6 years- Decorate paper towel rolls as a pretty butterfly |
5. | 4 to 6 years- Make a snowman out of cotton balls on a piece of paper |
6. | 4 to 6 years- Paper bag cowboy |
7. | 4 to 6 years- A collage of cow and horse pictures |
8. | 4 to 6 years- Trace or stamp your hands and feet into something creative |
9. | 4 to 6 years- Paper plate sunflower |
10. | 4 to 6 years- Dress a teddy bear for a day at the fair |
11. | 4 to 6 years- A necklace made from pasta or cereal |
12. | 4 to 6 years- Play dough pizza slice |
13. | 4 to 6 years- Your best printing on lined paper- numbers 1-10 |
14. | 4 to 6 years- 3 peanut butter cookies (display on a paper plate in ziploc bag) |
15. | 7 to 9 years-A collection from a walk in the woods |
16. | 7 to 9 years- Painting of a sports team logo on a piece of paper |
17. | 7 to 9 years- Paint a rock like a silly monster |
18. | 7 to 9 years- Egg carton caterpillar |
19. | 7 to 9 years- Lego truck- no kits |
20. | 7 to 9 years- Cut and paste a college of school lunch items and display on a paper plate |
21. | 7 to 9 years- Paper Towel roll cowboy |
22. | 7 to 9 years- Trail mix in a mason jar |
23. | 7 to 9 years- 3 chocolate chip muffins (display on paper plate in ziploc bag) |
24. | 7 to 9 years- 3 iced brownies (display on paper plate in ziploc bag) |
25. | 7 to 9 years- Rice Krispy Pumpkin (display on paper plate) |
26. | 10 to 14 years- Paint a picture of a happy puppy on a piece of paper |
27. | 10 to 14 years- Lego store on a 12×12 inch lego board. Please include a handwritten card thaa describes the store |
28. | 10 to 14 years- Popsicle stick birdhouse |
29. | 10 to 14 years- Paint a rock into a fruit |
30. | 10 to 14 years- Hand carved wooden item |
31. | 10 to 14 years- Be creative with melted crayons |
32. | 10 to 14 years- Pinecone flower bouquet in a mason jar |
33. | 10 to 14 years- Any sewn item |
34. | 10 to 14 years- 3 ginger cookies (display on paper plate in ziploc bag) |
35. | 10 to 14 years- Lemon Loaf (display on paper plate in ziploc bag) |
36. | 10 to 14 years-1 large "no bake" square (display on paper plate in ziploc bag) |
37. | 10 to 14 years- 3 banana muffins (display on paper plate in ziploc bag) |
38. | 10 to 14 years- Preserve made with a loved one |
39. | OAAS Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition- 6 Plain Chocolate Chip Cookies Open to youth up to age 15 Cookies with no nuts, must be no larger than 3" and no smaller than 2" The winner of this class will bake 6 cookies for the District 3 Fair Competition in October. |
40. | Decorated Get Well Box with Homemade Card for a senior in the hospital Box to include at least one of the following: comb, bodywash, soap, kleenex, toothpaste. Boxes to be donated to CMH |
41. | Decorated Food Bank Box- In a decorated box place at least 3 items for the food bank. Entries will be given to the Food Bank |
42. | Artistic Exploration Award (In Memory of Glenn and Jean Curle)- 6 to 8 years Exhibitors must submit one complete entry that includes all three components listed below. All components will be judged together as one overall project. |
43. | Artistic Exploration Award (In Memory of Glenn and Jean Curle)- 9 to 11 years Exhibitors must submit one complete entry that includes all three components listed below. All components will be judged together as one overall project. |
44. | Artistic Exploration Award (In Memory of Glenn and Jean Curle)- 12 to 14 years Exhibitors must submit one complete entry that includes all three components listed below. All components will be judged together as one overall project. |
45. | Artistic Exploration Award (In Memory of Glenn and Jean Curle)- 14 to 16 years Exhibitors must submit one complete entry that includes all three components listed below. All components will be judged together as one overall project. |
Top Exhibitors- Preschool | |
Top Exhibitors- 4-6 years | |
Top Exhibitors- 7-9 | |
Top Exhibitors- 10-14 years | |
Judges Choice Award’s- 6 prizes will be awarded to those who created excellent work but didn’t win a prize | |
Junior Photography: Section 38B
Director in Charge: Tracy Doucette 705-653-8921
Notes for exhibiting Junior Photography:
- *****NEW- ALL CLASSES OPEN TO ALL JUNIORS UP TO AGE 14*****
- MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS: Photos must be mounted on BLACK or WHITE BRISTOL BOARD with a minimum 1-inch boarder around photo, up to a maximum Bristol board size of 8”x10”
- Photographs MUST be taken by the exhibitor.
- Only ONE entry per class per exhibitor.
- DO NOT use photocopies, laminated pictures, photo corners, or paper/construction paper (for mounting) …. Photos will be disqualified.
- Please attach entry tag to the top right corner of entry.
- No composite photos permitted
- AI images not permitted
Classes:
1. | My Pet Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 |
2. | Summertime Fun Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 |
3. | Funny Faces Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 |
4. | Photographer’s Choice Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 |
5. | Shapes in the World Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 Jane Balfour-Park Special- Sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette in Memory of Jane |
6. | Something Yellow Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 Jane Balfour-Park Special- Sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette in Memory of Jane |
7. | Keeping Cool Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 Jane Balfour-Park Special- Sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette in Memory of Jane |
8. | In the Kitchen Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 Jane Balfour-Park Special- Sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette in Memory of Jane |
9. | My backyard Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 Jane Balfour-Park Special- Sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette in Memory of Jane |
10. | Beautiful sky Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00, others: $1.00 Jane Balfour-Park Special- Sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette in Memory of Jane |
11. | A burst of colour Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Perfect Print Special |
12. | My favourite food Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Perfect Print Special |
13. | A place I’ve visited Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Forestell Family Special |
14. | Anything with wings Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Forestell Family Special |
15. | Helping on the Farm Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Forestell Family Special |
16. | Halloween Fun Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Petherick Family Special |
Top Points in Junior Photography Prize: $10 In Memory of Jane Balfour-Park, sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette | |
Judges Pick in Junior Photography Prize: $10 In Memory of Jane Balfour-Park, sponsored by Jeff & Tracy Doucette | |
Junior Flowers: Section 38C
Director in Charge: Cara Owens 705-868-7414
Notes for exhibiting Junior Flowers:
- Only one entry allowed in each section per exhibitor
- All flowers MUST be home-grown
- All entries MUST have tags securely attached with string or elastic band, or they will be disqualified
- The committee or Fair Board will not be responsible for any breakage or loss of containers, etc. in any entry
- Exhibitors MUST enter in age group for which they belong at date of Fair. Juniors may enter “up” one class
Classes:
1. | 6 years & under: Arrangement of wildflowers in a rubber boot Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
2. | 6 years & under: Arrangement in a container out of grandpa’s or dad’s shed Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
3. | 7-11 Years: Arrangement of foliage in a recycled container Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
4. | 7-11 Years: A bouquet of flowers for a special someone Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
5. | 12-14 Years: Fairy Garden in a 9×13 pan Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
6. | 12-14 Years: "Rural and Plastic"- Arrangement displayed in a rubber boot Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
7. | All Juniors- "Fun in the Sun" A bouquet of sunflowers in a vintage container Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2 Campbellford & District Horticultural Society Special |
8. | All Juniors- "Planter"- A patio planter planted with the help of someone special Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sunflower Day Spa Special |
Green Thumb Award- 1st prize to the Junior with the top points in Junior Flowers Prize: $5 | |
Junior Vegetables: Section 38D
Director in Charge: John Finlay 705-924-2160
Notes for exhibiting Junior Vegetables:
- To be shown on paper plates (if possible) NOT in a container or box with tag firmly attached
- Largest means heaviest
14 years of Age and Under as of August 8, 2025
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Classes:
1. | 4 Red Potatoes |
2. | 4 White Potatoes |
3. | 5 Garden Carrots |
4. | 1 Largest Carrot |
5. | 3 Red Tomatoes, Calyx On |
6. | 3 Green Tomatoes, Calyx On |
7. | Largest Red or Green Tomato, Calyx On |
8. | 8 Yellow Wax Beans |
9. | 8 Green String Beans |
10. | 5 Table Beets (Global) |
11. | 2 Slicing Cucumbers |
12. | Largest Zucchini |
13. | 2 Zucchini (15cm to 20cm) |
14. | 1 Large Sunflower Head in Seed |
15. | A Potted Growing Vegetable Plant |
16. | Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head made of vegetables (under 10 years of age) |
17. | Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head made of vegetables (10-14 years of age) |
18. | A tray of 7 different verieties of vegetables |
19. | Scarecrow- 60 cm to 1.5 metres, freestanding |
Neil & Phyllis McCulloch Memorial Special- Most Point by the Top Two New Exhibitors Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15 Indicate new exhibitor on tag- New Exhibitor has not exhibited in the last 3 years | |
Campbellford & District Horticultural Society Special- Most Point in Jr. Vegetables Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, 4th: $4, 5th: $2 | |
MAPLE SYRUP
Maple Syrup
Sponsor: Curle’s Maple Products and Museum
Committee: JENNIFER JEFFS 705-653-2249 & DIANE VANDERHORST
Notes for exhibiting:
- All entries must be in place by 12 noon, Friday of the fair in the Curling Club.
Rules and Regulations:
- Exhibitors of maple syrup must be the producer and the exhibits shown by them must be product of their operation.
- Not more than one entry per class will be accepted from an exhibitor.
- Maple Syrup exhibits shall consist of one (1) Kent Type glass bottle of maple syrup, having a capacity of 250 ml (U.S. 8.5 oz), which may be picked up at the end of the fair along with their individual score sheet/s.
- Entries must be from the current season and is the exhibitor’s responsibility to enter in the correct colour class.
- Maple syrup that tests less than 66.0 Brix or higher than 68.9 Brix, as determined by a refractometer, or syrup brix hydrometer with temperature correction to obtain the true density will be disqualified.
- All maple syrup should have flavour characteristic of its respective colour class and be free from any objectionable odour or taste. Any maple syrup entry containing any form of foreign material will be disqualified from the competition.
- Maple syrup and maple products will be judged under the guidelines of the North American Maple Contest Judging Guidelines as used by the International Maple Syrup Institute. (IMSI) and the Federal maple products regulation (C.R.C., c.289). For more information please visit: www.internationalmaplesyrupinstitute.com and/or http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/C.R.C.,_c._289
Maple Syrup- Judging Score Card
Flavour- 40 points– pleasing maple flavour, one that only comes from the sap of the maple tree
Density- 30 points- entries within the 66.5 -67.5 Brix will receive full points. Entries with densities between 66.0 to 66.4 Brix or 67.6 to 68.9 Brix will receive 25 points. Entries with densities below 66.0 Bix or above 68.9 Brix will be disqualified.
Colour- 20 points- Entries entered in the correct class receive full points
Clarity- 10 points- Maple syrup should be crystal clear, points deducted for unclean containers
Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $25, 3rd: $20
Classes:
1. | Maple Syrup, Ontario Grade A, Golden One 250-ml. Kent Bottle |
2. | Maple Syrup, Ontario Grade A, Amber One 250-ml. Kent Bottle |
3. | Maple Syrup, Ontario Grade A, Dark One 250 ml- Kent Bottle |
4. | Maple Syrup, Ontario Grade A, Very Dark One 250-ml. Kent Bottle |
Marcus Minto Curle Maple Award Prize: $20 and Trophy Best Overall Maple Syrup Awarded to the exhibitor that has the best overall syrup as judged from the four 1st place winners from the 4 classes. | |
FIELD CROPS
FIELD CROPS: Section 28
Committee: ADAM & DIANE VANDERHORST (705) 559-6468 & DOUG JEFFS (705) 653-2249
Field Visits: Wheat (Judging to be the end of July)
Field Crops in the field to be scored while standing in a field near maturity. The field must be at least 3 acres in size. Consideration is given to purity of variety, freedom from weeds and other plants, freedom from plant disease and insects, stand and vigour of the crop, and neatness of headlands.
Each field will be awarded a value out of 100. On exhibition day the sample will also be awarded a value out of 100. The points will be added together and the person with the highest combined points will be the winner of the class.
The following Class will have a field judging component:
- Wheat (Judging to be the end of July)
Notes for exhibiting Field Crops:
- ALL ENTRIES TO BE IN PLACE BY 12 NOON, FRIDAY OF THE FAIR IN THE AG EDUCATION BUILDING
- Campbellford-Seymour Agricultural Society awards prize money to the top three placings in each class.
- This completion has a “Junior Class”, which is restricted to Juniors, ages 16 years and younger.
- The Open classes are open to any exhibitor from Northumberland, Hastings, and Peterborough Counties, as long as crop samples belong to and are prepared from those fields belonging to that exhibitor. One entry per class per family or farm for Open Classes.
- The Open class exhibitor with the highest overall point score will receive the Lorne McKeown Memorial Trophy.
- The quantity requirements specified for each of the classes listed below must be met, otherwise the entry will not be judged.
- For ease of judging, please display ALL SILAGE samples in a clear plastic bag. All samples must be field samples from exhibitor. Seed samples will not be judged.
- For dry hay samples please limit to one small flake of hay or 2’x2’ tied bundle.
- Buckets/baskets will be provided for seed sample classes.
OPEN FIELD CROP CLASSES:
Prizes: 1st-$10, 2nd– $8, 3rd– $6
Extra Sponsored Prize for 1st place only
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6
Classes:
1. | Hay – 1 small flake or bundle, first cutting, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash from County Farm Centre |
2. | Hay 1 small flake or bundle, second cutting, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash from County Farm Centre |
3. | Hay Silage (baleage), 1 bushel, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash prize from Wm. J. Thompson Farm Supply |
4. | Hay Silage (chopped), 1 bushel, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash Christina Garden REMAX Hallmark Eastern Realty Brokerage |
5. | Total Mix Ration, 1 Bushel, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35 and $25 gift card Hoards Station Farm Supply, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 1st- $25 cash from Hoards Station Farm Supply |
6. | Small grain (oats, barley, or oats & barley) 10 lbs, 2025 Prizes: 1st: $35 and $25 gift card Hoard’s Station Farm Supply, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 1st- $25 cash from Hoards Station Farm Supply |
7. | Wheat – any variety, 10 lbs 2026 (Field Judging Component) Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash prize from Harken Holsteins |
8. | Soybeans -any variety 10 lbs, 2025 Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash prize from Harken Holsteins |
9. | 3 Soybean stalks cut right above the roots and tied, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35 and $25 cash prize from Pioneer Seeds- Ron Elmhirst, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 1st- $25 cash prize from Ron Elmhirst |
10. | Sheaf of grain 9" circumference where tied, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $60, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $50 cash prize from Wm. J. Thompson Farm Supply |
11. | Corn – 3 stalks for silage 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35 and $25 gift card from Hoard’s Station Farm Supply, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 1st- $25 cash from Hoards Station Farm Supply |
12. | Corn – 3 stalks for grain 2026 Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash prize from Ron Elmhirst |
13. | Corn silage, 1 bushel 2025 Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash prize from TCO Agromart Ltd. |
14. | 3 cobs of 2025 Dry Corn Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0 1st- $25 cash prize from Creekdale Farm |
Highest Points Total for Open Field Crop Classes Prize: $100 1st- $100 from Maizeing Acres | |
Second Highest Points total for Open Field Crops Prize: $50 $50 cash prize from TCO Agromart Ltd. | |
Junior Field Crops
Prizes $5, $4, $3
Extra Sponsored Prize for 1st place only
CLASSES 15-20 (10 TO 16 YEARS OF AGE)
CLASSES 21-26 (9 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER)
CLASSES 27 (ALL JUNIORS)
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Classes:
15. | Hay 1 small flake or bundle, first cutting, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, others: $0 1st- $25 cash Christina Garden REMAX Hallmark Eastern Realty Brokerage |
16. | Hay 1 small flake or bundle, second cutting, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, others: $0 1st- $25 cash Christina Garden REMAX Hallmark Eastern Realty |
17. | Sheaf of grain 9" circumference where tied, 2026 Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, others: $0 1st- $25 cash prize from Wm. J. Thompson Farm Supply |
18. | Corn 3 stalks for grain 2026 Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, others: $0 1st $25 cash prize from Christina Garden REMAX Hallmark Eastern Realty |
19. | 3 Soybean Stalks, tied Prize: $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery |
20. | Barn Seed Art- Design a barn out of any variety of seeds and glue onto a 8.5" x 11" piece of cardboard Prizes: 1st: $30, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, others: $0 $25 cash prize from Creekdale Farm |
21. | Corn- Most cobs per stalk Prize: 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery |
22. | Soybean plant with the most pods Prize: 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery |
23. | Longest cob of corn (no husk on) Prize: 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery |
24. | Tallest Stalk of Corn Prize: 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery |
25. | A sunset Seed Art. Design a sunset out of any variety of seeds and glue onto an 8.5" x 11" piece of cardboard Prize: 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery |
26. | Be creative and decorate one cob of corn to make an animal. The husk may be left on if desired. Prize: 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery Craft materials and paint may be used |
27. | Jeffshaven Farm Special: Open to all Jr. Field Crop Participants- Largest ball of bailer twine Prizes: 1st: $30 and 1st- $25 gift card from Dooher’s Bakery, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 1st- $25 cash from Jeffshaven Farms Judged by Height, not Weight |