DIVISION: Girl Scouts DIVISION: 2600

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DIVISION: Girl Scouts

DIVISION: 2600

Entry Form Deadline: June 20, 2014

Delivery Date/Time (mailed entries): July 11, 2014

Delivery Date/Time (non-mailed entries): July 19, 2014 - 1pm-4 pm

Youth Center Building Hours: July 23 - August 2, 2014 – 8 am-8 pm; August 3, 2014 – 8 am-6 pm

Superintendents:

• Eileen Goodin, 6395 Lakeview Circle, Canal Winchester, OH 43110, 614/834-0857, 614/562-8602,

esgoodin@aol.com, Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland

• Kay Quinton, 2335 Rudy Rd., Troy, OH 45373, 937/339-4928, yakbob@voyager.net

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio - Buckeye Trails Region

• Bev Price, 2861 Houston Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45251, 513/851-3769, bevprice@fuse.net

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio - Great Rivers Region

• Terri Brickles, 536 Weinland St., New Carlisle, OH 45344, 937/849-6810, bric_brac@juno.com (space is an underscore)

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio - Buckeye Trails Region

• Shirley Green, 260 West Wayne, Dunkirk, OH 45836, 567/674-4379, wacarmy56@yahoo.com

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio – Appleseed Ridge Region • Junior Fair Board members:

Abigail Houser, Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Jennifer Moscato, Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland

Questions/Concerns: Contact any of the above superintendents.

Division Notes:

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General Guidelines and Entry Form are located online.

 The Girl Scouts consider participation in the Ohio State Fair a privilege and an opportunity to share

accomplishments, interests and ideas. Registered Girl Scouts (K-12), Girl Scout troops and camps (day, resident, or troop) in Ohio are eligible to enter. Exhibits and displays must show high quality in effort, originality, neatness, and be consistent with the Girl Scouts program. Exhibits and equipment will be supervised and every effort will be made to protect them; however, neither the Ohio State Fair nor the Girl Scouts will be responsible for any loss or damage to exhibits or equipment.

 Judges select all winning entries.

 Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee will pay winners directly (i.e. Flag Competition, Talent Competition,

Speech Competition, Grand Awards, and first place premiums).

 Calendar

Jul 11 Mailed/UPS exhibits are due at Ohio’s Heartland

Council, Attn: Ohio State Fair GS Committee, 1700 Watermark Dr., Columbus, OH 43215

Jul 19 1 pm-4 pm Entry Day - Deliver all exhibits (including baked

goods & candy) Youth Center (YC), Ohio State Fairgrounds

All Girl Scout Events in the Youth Center (YC), north of 17th Avenue, Ohio State Fairgrounds

Jul 23 - Aug 3 8 am-8 pm Exhibit hours (last day of fair, hours only through

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Jul 23 9 am-2:30 pm SWAPS Day

Jul 24 5 pm-8 pm Game competition based on Minute to Win It

Jul 25 9 am-1 pm Art Day

Jul 25 10 am –1 pm Cookie Box Creation (entries due by noon; judging 12

pm – 1 pm

Jul 26 10 am-3 pm Talent Competition – YC Stage

Jul 27 11 am-2 pm Flag Ceremony Competition – YC Stage

Jul 27 2 pm-4 pm Speech Competition – YC Stage

July 28 10 am – 2 pm Money Sense Day

July 29 6 pm-8 pm Duct Tape Creations Competition

July 30 10 am – 2 pm Forever Green

July 30 6 pm – 8 pm Cookie Creations Competition

July 31 10 am- 2 pm Hands on Science Day

Aug 1 10 am – 2 pm Girl Scouts Games

Aug 2 10 am – 3 pm Cupcake Wars

Aug 3 2 pm Awards Ceremony – YC Stage

Aug 3 6 pm-7:30 pm Exhibits released for pick up

New for 2014 - girls can earn the Girl Scouts Ohio State Fair Badge. To earn the Ohio State Fair Badge girl must complete the following mandatory requirements and a certain number of optional requirements. See full list of badge requirements later in these materials.

MandatoryOhio State Fair Badge Requirements for all levels to complete to earn the badge:

*1 - You must enter a project in the Girl Scouts Division of the Ohio State Fair. *2 - You must march in the daily parade once during the fair.

Exhibits - How To Enter

o Include the exhibitor’s address on the entry form (even if entry tags are to be mailed to the leader).

o For Day Camps, please specify individual units. Similar items should be entered as a group entry; individual

entries of similar items are discouraged, as girls will compete against each other.

o Only one entry per category per exhibitor.

Areas To Enter

o Fair exhibits should be an outgrowth of good Girl Scout programs either in troop, camp, or growth of individual

girl in pursuit of a hobby:

o Life Skills – includes activities that focus on physical and emotional health; nutrition and

exercise; interpersonal relationships; the home; safety; work and leisure; and consumer awareness.

o Customs and Traditions – includes activities that focus on developing awareness of the various

cultures in our society and around the world, building pride in one’s heritage while participating and respecting that of others.

o Science and Beyond – includes activities that focus on discovering the how and why of things;

exploring and experimenting with many technologies that touch daily life; dealing with changes; looking to future events, roles, and responsibilities.

o The Arts – includes activities that focus on involvement in the traditional arts; enjoying and

expressing one’s self through various art forms; and appreciating the artistic talents and contributions of others.

o Communications – includes activities that focus on conveying a story through words or visual

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o Out-of-Doors – includes activities that focus on enjoyment and appreciation of the out-of-doors,

living and caring for our natural environment, understanding and respecting the independence of all living things.

o Girl Scout Program – includes activities that focus on Promise and Law, Girl Scout history,

tradition and ways, troop activities, badge work, Journeys, and awards.

Entry Rules

o Only one entry per category per exhibitor.

o Entry tags must be firmly attached to each exhibit. Please attach a 3x5 card, with the following information, to each exhibit:

 Exhibitor number (from the entry tag).

 Council (and Region if applicable)

 County

 Age

 Program level and troop number or independent designation.

 How exhibit was made, why it was made, and the materials used to make it. Entries without this information will not be judged, but may be exhibited (space permitting).

 On the back of the claim stub, include the class number (from the front of the tag), a description of the entry, and the exhibitor’s name. This will be helpful when picking up entries.

 Tags MUST be attached to the upper right hand corner of the exhibit. For notebooks, attach the

tag to the upper most binder ring with a piece of string.

o Multiple items of a project should have each piece marked with the class number, exhibitor number, and the number of pieces in the exhibit by marking each piece (example: 1 of 3; 2 of 3, 3 of 3, etc.).

o Graded school projects may be entered; however, the grade and teacher’s comments must be removed or covered.

o Group projects (Daisy, Brownie, Junior) must be the work of at least two girls in a one-program level. A group project involving girls from more than a one-program level must be entered in the program level applicable to the oldest participating girl. The exhibit may be one article on which at least two girls have worked, or it may be a minimum of two and a maximum of six articles made by girls in a troop or camp project. A group project must provide a 3x5 card, including the number of girls participating in the project.

o Technology/video projects: Computer related projects can be accepted on disc or flash drive if compatible with standard Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). You should also provide printouts, poster, or text explaining the project in the event judges are unable to open what you provide. Internet service is available at the fair; judges can access web site or You Tube if detailed web path is provided.

o Size Limits: Exhibits cannot exceed 36”x 30”x 24”, with the option that one of the dimensions could exceed size requirement (i.e. a walking stick). Larger entries may not be displayed, depending on space availability.

o Artwork, wall hangings, etc., must be within the stated size limitations. Murals that do not exceed 36” in height and that can be rolled will be accepted and exhibited (space permitting). Art materials must be matted

or framed and ready to hang. Single pictures must be mounted and equipped with hooks or hangers, or

they may be stapled to the display. Wires, cords, etc., must be securely attached (no taped on cords/wires, and no paste on hangers). Valuable craft items should be boxed under glass. Unframed material may be stapled to display panels. Small items such as jewelry may be fastened to a card.

o Special instructions for sewing: Clothing articles must be on a disposable hanger and have a photo attached showing the article being modeled.

o Cooking/Baked goods special instructions:

 Exhibits must include recipes (ingredients and directions).

 Recipes must be legibly written or typed on a 3x5 index card, and attached to the upper right

hand corner of the entry tag (w/the entry tag on top). You must also include the recipes for crust, fillings, and frosting when applicable.

 Jams and jellies must be processed by water bath and include processing instructions. Two

jars of the same recipe for the jams and/or jellies must be entered (one for tasting, and one to display).

 The Junior through the Ambassador level cakes/cupcakes are to be creative. You may start

with a cake mix but other ingredients must be added (icing, egg, oil, and water are not counted as creative).

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 The whole entry (i.e. cakes, pies, breads) should be provided to help maintain moistness.

 For cookies, candy or cupcakes, only six each are required.

 Use only disposable containers (with exception of food preservation). Containers will not be

returned.

 Food items must be covered.

 Refrigeration is NOT available; items that may spoil will not be judged or displayed.

o Mailed entries must be mailed to:

Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland

Attn: Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee

1700Watermark Dr., Columbus, OH 43215

Mailed entries are due by July 11.

Closing Day

o Baked goods and candy are not considered returnable.

o If you require exhibits returned to you by mail or specified carrier (i.e. UPS), you must include a return address label and sufficient postage.

o Arrangement for late pick-ups must be made with your council Ohio State Fair committee member. Contact a

superintendent for the name and contact info of your committee member.

Judging Guidelines

o Attractive appearance.

o Construction and durability for designed use.

o Creativity.

o Originality.

o Honesty of material.

o Workmanship.

o Completed prior to the opening of the Fair, including Entry Day.

o Based on knowledge and experience gained by the girl/troop and evidence of a good troop

program as set forth in the Girl Scouts handbook.

o Premium ribbons will be awarded according to classification; honorable mention ribbons may be awarded; one

ribbon will be awarded per entry.

Individual, group, and Culinary Award winners will be invited to attend the Awards Program to receive their awards from the sponsors. Awards for other competitions, i.e. Talent, Flag, Speech, Cookie Box Creation, Cookie Creations, Cupcake Wars, Girl Scout Games, Duct Tape Creations, and Minute to Win It, will be presented at the respective events.

DIVISION: Daisy Girl Scouts Ages 5-6; Grades K-1 DIVISION: 2601

Division Rules: Refer to Division #2600

A trophy will be awarded to the best overall group project. A trophy will be awarded to the best entry in each individual class grouping. A Grand Award and $25 will be awarded to the best Culinary entry and to the best overall individual entry among the non-culinary classes. Each First Place winner will receive $3.00 premium. Only one entry per category per exhibitor.

DAISY GROUP CATEGORIES – Note entry rules; group projects must

be the work of two or more girls.

Class – Life Skills: Award Ribbons

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health, safety, or physical fitness (i.e. miniature displays, dioramas, posters, notebooks)

Class – Customs and Traditions: Award Ribbons

2. Group projects on heritage or international traditions (i.e. clothing, folklore, crafts)

1st 2nd 3rd

3. Group service projects 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Science and Beyond: Award Ribbons

4. Group projects on ecology, science, weather, careers (i.e. scrapbooks, posters, and displays)

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – The Arts: Award Ribbons

5. Group projects relating to the visual and graphic arts (i.e. drawing, painting puppetry, collage, needlework, 3-dimensional art)

1st 2nd 3rd

6. Group projects on miscellaneous crafts, including holiday crafts 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-Of-Doors: Award Ribbons

7. Group projects on outdoor crafts, nature collections, an account of an outdoor experience (i.e. posters, peep shows, displays) or on outdoor health and safety.

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Girl Scouts Program: Award Ribbons

DIVISION: Brownie Girl Scouts Ages 6-8; Grades 2-3 DIVISION: 2602

A trophy will be awarded to the best overall group project. A trophy will be awarded to the best entry in each individual class grouping. A Grand Award and $25 will be awarded to the best Culinary entry and to the best overall individual entry among the non-culinary classes. Each First Place winner will receive $3.00 premium. Only one entry per category per exhibitor.

BROWNIE GROUP CATEGORIES - Note entry rules; group projects

must be the work of two or more girls.

Class – Life Skills: Award Ribbons

1. Group projects on nutrition (i.e. recipe books or charts on nutrition) or group projects on health, safety, or physical fitness (i.e. miniature displays, dioramas, posters, notebooks)

1st 2nd 3rd

2. Group projects on heritage, or international traditions (i.e. clothing, folklore, crafts)

1st 2nd 3rd

3. Group service projects 1st 2nd 3rd

4. Group projects on ecology, science, weather, careers, or money management 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – The Arts: Award Ribbons

5. Group projects relating to the visual arts (i.e. photos, collage, graphic arts) 1st 2nd 3rd

6. Group projects on 3-dimensional art, ceramics 1st 2nd 3rd

7. Group projects relating to the performing arts (i.e. puppetry, musical instruments, creative writing, dramatics, costuming)

1st 2nd 3rd

8. Group projects on miscellaneous crafts, holiday crafts, scrapbooking 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-Of-Doors: Award Ribbons

9. Group projects on the outdoor experience, (i.e. knot boards, trail signs, compass

usage, camping)

1st 2nd 3rd

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10. Group projects on the Promise and law, Girl Scouts Journeys, history, traditions, ceremonies, celebrations or bridging

1st 2nd 3rd

BROWNIE INDIVIDUAL CATEGORIES

Class – Culinary (see Rules): Award Ribbons

11. Cake (can be made using a box mix) 1st 2nd 3rd

12. Cupcakes (can be made using a box mix) 1st 2nd 3rd

13. Cookies or bars from scratch 1st 2nd 3rd

14. Decorated cookies from scratch 1st 2nd 3rd

16. Pies from scratch 1st 2nd 3rd

18. Nutrition (i.e. recipe books or charts, food diary) 1st 2nd 3rd

19. Sewing projects, clothing 1st 2nd 3rd

22. Health and Safety (i.e. first aid, personal safety, exercise, nutrition) 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Customs and Traditions: Award Ribbons

24. Heritage and heritage crafts (i.e. family tree, sayings, traditions, historical people) 1st 2nd 3rd

25. Shoebox float – “What I Want to Do as a Girl Scout” 1st 2nd 3rd

26. Friendship projects (i.e. pen pal, world, national friendship activities) 1st 2nd 3rd

28. Collections 1st 2nd 3rd

29. Science experiments, ecology, or energy awareness 1st 2nd 3rd

31. Small paper projects (i.e. collage, mobile, paper airplanes, origami) 1st 2nd 3rd

32. Fine art (i.e. paintings – oil, acrylic, or water color) 1st 2nd 3rd

33. Art (i.e. pen, pencil, ink, crayon, liquid embroidery, chalks, markers) 1st 2nd 3rd

34. 3-D art (i.e. clay, metal, dough art, string art, ceramics, macramé, weaving, hooked rugs

1st 2nd 3rd

35. Needlecraft (i.e. crewel, embroidery, cross stitch, crocheting, knitting, needlepoint.)

1st 2nd 3rd

36. Jewelry 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Communications: Award Ribbons

37. Puppets (i.e. finger, hand, marionettes) 1st 2nd 3rd

38. Scrapbooking 1st 2nd 3rd

39. Creative writing (poetry with or without illustrations) 1st 2nd 3rd

40. Creative writing (stories with or without illustrations) 1st 2nd 3rd

41. Visual communications (i.e. sun prints, photo) 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-of-Doors: Award Ribbons

42. Outdoor projects, nature crafts, weather (rain gauge, forecasting weather station) 1st 2nd 3rd

43. Camp planning (i.e. trail signs, kaper charts, camp health and safety, fire safety, camp meal planning, dressing for camp)

1st 2nd 3rd

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44. Community service projects/special population projects 1st 2nd 3rd

45. Demonstrate promise and laws (i.e. collage, poster, game) 1st 2nd 3rd

46. Girl Scouts traditions (i.e. Journeys, badge work, programs) 1st 2nd 3rd

1st 2nd 3rd

DIVISION: Junior Girl Scouts Ages 8-11; Grades 4-5 DIVISION: 2603

A trophy will be awarded to the best overall group project. A trophy will be awarded to the best entry in each individual class grouping. A Grand Award and $25 will be awarded to the best Culinary entry and to the best overall individual entry among the non-culinary classes. Each First Place winner will receive $3.00 premium. Only one entry per category per exhibitor.

JUNIOR GROUP CATEGORIES - Note entry rules; group projects must

be the work of two or more girls.

Class – Life Skills: Award Ribbons

1. Group projects - sewing (i.e. quilt or samplers) 1st 2nd 3rd

2. Group projects - nutrition (i.e. recipe books, charts) or group projects

on health and safety (i.e. physical development, physical fitness, sports, peer pressure, self-esteem and grooming)

1st 2nd 3rd

3. Group projects - heritage (i.e. family tree), friendship projects (i.e. pen pals), or international traditions

1st 2nd 3rd

4. Group service projects or special population projects 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Science and Beyond: Award Ribbons

5. Group projects on ecology, science, weather, careers, or money management 1st 2nd 3rd

6. Group projects relating to the visual arts (i.e. photography, collage) 1st 2nd 3rd

7. Group projects - 3-dimensional art, ceramics 1st 2nd 3rd

8. Group projects - relating to the performing arts (i.e. puppetry, creative writing, dramatics, costuming, video)

1st 2nd 3rd

9. Group projects - miscellaneous crafts, scrapbooking, holiday crafts 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-of-Doors: Award Ribbons

10. Group projects on the outdoor experience, (i.e. knot boards, trail signs, compass

usage, camping)

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Girl Scout Program: Award Ribbons

11. Group projects - Girl Scouts Journeys, history, traditions 1st 2nd 3rd

12. Group projects - ceremonies, celebrations, or bridging 1st 2nd 3rd

JUNIOR INDIVIDUAL CATEGORIES

Class – Culinary (see Rules): Award Ribbons

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14. Cupcakes (box mix may be an ingredient) 1st 2nd 3rd

15. Decorated cake (form may be used) 1st 2nd 3rd

16. Decorated cupcakes 1st 2nd 3rd

20. Jams or jellies 1st 2nd 3rd

22. Nutrition (i.e. recipe books, food diary, food tests) 1st 2nd 3rd

23. Sewing, clothing 1st 2nd 3rd

26. Sportsmanship and sports skills 1st 2nd 3rd

27. Health and safety (i.e. first aid, personal safety, substance abuse, child care, exercise)

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Customs and Traditions: Award Ribbons

29. Heritage and Heritage Crafts (i.e. family tree, sayings, traditions, historical people)

1st 2nd 3rd

31. Collections 1st 2nd 3rd

32. Friendship projects (i.e. pen pals, world, national friendship) or sites and tours 1st 2nd 3rd

33. Shoebox float – “What I Want to Do as a Girl Scout”

1st 2nd 3rd

34. Technology projects (i.e. computers) Refer to Entry Rules regarding format. 1st 2nd 3rd

35. Money management, budget, or financial literacy 1st 2nd 3rd

36. Careers 1st 2nd 3rd

37. Science projects, robots, weather, recycling, ecology, energy awareness 1st 2nd 3rd

38. Carpentry projects (i.e. doll house, tool-use displays) – refer to Entry Rules

for

size limits

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – The Arts: Award Ribbons

40. Art (i.e. pen, pencil, ink, crayon, liquid embroidery, chalks, markers) 1st 2nd 3rd

41. 3-Dimensional art (i.e. sculpture, string, wire, clay, metal, dough art, macramé, weaving, ceramics)

1st 2nd 3rd

42. Needlework (i.e. crewel, cross stitch, embroidery, knitting, crocheting) 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Communications: Award Ribbons

44. Visual (i.e. video, photography, prints) 1st 2nd 3rd

45. Performing arts (i.e. drama, handmade instruments, costuming) 1st 2nd 3rd

46. Creative writing, poetry or stories (with or without illustrations) 1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-of-Doors: Award Ribbons

48. Outdoor projects and nature projects 1st 2nd 3rd

49. Outdoor safety and camp planning (i.e. compass usage, knots, trail signs) or account of outdoor experience

1st 2nd 3rd

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50. National, council, troop, or junior aide activities 1st 2nd 3rd

52. Community Service project/special population project 1st 2nd 3rd

1st 2nd 3rd

DIVISION: Cadette Girl Scouts Ages 11-14; Grades 6-8 DIVISION: 2604

A trophy will be awarded to the best entry in each individual class grouping. A Grand Award and $25 will be awarded to the best Culinary entry and to the best overall individual entry among the non-culinary classes. Each First Place winner will receive $3.00 premium.

Only one entry per category per exhibitor.

CADETTE INDIVIDUAL CATEGORIES

Class – Culinary (see Rules): Award Ribbons

1. Cake (frosted or unfrosted, box mix may be an ingredient) 1st 2nd 3rd

2. Decorated cake (form may be used) – refer to Entry Rules 1st 2nd 3rd

6. Yeast breads or rolls from scratch 1st 2nd 3rd

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Customs and Traditions: Award Ribbons

17. Heritage (i.e. family tree, traditions, Indian lore) 1st 2nd 3rd

18. Heritage crafts (i.e. knitting, crocheting, candle wicking) 1st 2nd 3rd

20. Friendship projects (i.e. pen pals, world, national friendship activities) 1st 2nd 3rd

21. Historical people, sites, and tours 1st 2nd 3rd

22. Shoebox floats – “What I Want to Do as a Girl Scout” 1st 2nd 3rd

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25. Career exploration 1st 2nd 3rd

26. Science projects, space exploration, weather, ecology or energy awareness

1st 2nd 3rd

28. Carpentry projects (i.e. doll house, tool-use) Refer to Entry Rules for size limits.

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – The Arts: Award Ribbons

30. Art (i.e. pen, pencil, ink, crayon, liquid embroidery, chalks, pastels, markers) 1st 2nd 3rd

1st 2nd 3rd

33. Needlework (i.e. crewel, cross stitch, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint)

1st 2nd 3rd

34. Visual communication (i.e. video, photography, prints) For videos, see Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

35. Performing arts (i.e. drama, handmade musical instruments, costuming, video) For videos, see Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

36. Creative writing – poetry (with or without illustrations) 1st 2nd 3rd

37. Creative writing – stories (with or without illustrations)

39. Original song or musical writing with performance audio. On CD/DVD or video. See Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-Of-Doors: Award Ribbons

40. Outdoor projects, nature projects 1st 2nd 3rd

41. Camp planning (i.e. compass usage, knots, trail sign) or account of outdoor experience

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Science and Beyond: Award Ribbons

23. Technology projects (i.e. computers) See Entry Rules regarding format.

1st 2nd 3rd

26. Science projects, space exploration, robots, ecology, or energy awareness

1st 2nd 3rd

28. Carpentry projects (i.e. doll house, tool-use display) Refer to Entry Rules for size limits.

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – The Arts: Award Ribbons

30. Art (i.e. pen, pencil, ink, crayon, liquid embroidery, chalks, pastels, markers) 31. 3-Dimensional art (i.e. sculpture, string, wire, clay, metal, dough art,

macramé, weaving, ceramics)

1st 2nd 3rd

33. Needlework (i.e. crewel, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch)

1st 2nd 3rd

34. Visual communications (i.e. video, photography, prints) For videos, see Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

35. Performing arts (i.e. drama, handmade musical instruments, costuming) For videos, see Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

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38. Scrapbooking 1st 2nd 3rd 39. Original song or musical writing with performance audio (on CD, DVD or

video). See Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-Of-Doors: Award Ribbons

41. Out-of-doors event planning or outdoor safety, outdoor experience 1st 2nd 3rd

44. Community service projects /special population project 1st 2nd 3rd

1st 2nd 3rd

DIVISION: Ambassador Girl Scouts Ages: 16-18; Grades 11-12 DIVISION: 2606

A trophy will be awarded to the best entry in each individual class grouping. A Grand Award and $25 will be awarded to the best Culinary entry and to the best overall individual entry among the non-culinary classes. Each First Place winner will receive $3.00 premium.

Only one entry per category per exhibitor.

AMBASSADOR INDIVIDUAL CATEGORIES

Class – Culinary (see Rules): Award Ribbons

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Customs and Traditions: Award Ribbons

18. Heritage crafts (i.e. knitting, crocheting, and candle wicking) 1st 2nd 3rd

20. Friendship projects (i.e. pen pals, world, national friendship) 1st 2nd 3rd

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22. Shoebox float – “What I Want to Do as a Girl Scout” 1st 2nd 3rd

23. Technology projects (i.e. computers) Refer to Entry Rules regarding format. 1st 2nd 3rd

26. Science projects, space exploration, robots, weather, ecology, or energy awareness

1st 2nd 3rd

28. Carpentry projects (i.e. doll house, tool-use display) Refer to Entry Rules for size limits.

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – The Arts: Award Ribbons

30. Art (i.e. pen, pencil, ink, crayon, liquid embroidery, chalks, pastels, markers) 1st 2nd 3rd

1st 2nd 3rd

33. Needlework (i.e. crewel, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch)

1st 2nd 3rd

34. Visual communications (i.e. video, photography, prints) For videos, see Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

35. Performing arts (i.e. drama, handmade musical instruments, costuming) For videos, see Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

37. Creative writing (stories with or without illustrations) 1st 2nd 3rd

39. Original song or musical writing with performance audio (on CD, DVD or video) For videos, see Technology rules.

1st 2nd 3rd

Class – Out-Of-Doors: Award Ribbons

41. Outdoor event planning, outdoor safety, outdoor experience 1st 2nd 3rd

44. Community service projects /special population project 1st 2nd 3rd

1st 2nd 3rd

Individual, group, and Culinary Award winners will be invited to attend the Awards Program to receive their awards from the sponsors. Awards for other competitions, i.e. Talent, Flag, Speech, Cookie Box Creation, Cookie Creations, Cupcake Wars, Girl Scout Games, Duct Tape Creations, and Minute to Win It, will be presented at the respective events.

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NEW!!! OHIO STATE FAIR BADGE

To earn your Ohio State Fair Badge you must complete the following requirements while visiting the fair. Please note that the first starred activity requires pre-fair action (submit entry form by June 20 and arrange for entry to be brought/delivered to fair for entry day).

 Daisies must complete the 2 starred activities and three more of their choice.

 Brownies must complete the 2 starred activities and 5 more of their choice.

 Juniors must complete the 2 starred activities and 7 more of their choice.

 Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors must complete the 2 starred activities and 9 more of their choice. Ohio State Fair Badge Requirements for all levels to complete to earn the badge:

1 - You must enter a project in the Girl Scouts Division of the Ohio State Fair. 2 - You must march in the daily parade once during the fair.

Ohio State Fair Badge Requirement Choices to complete as per your level:

1 – As you enjoy all the fun and excitement at the Ohio State Fair, go on an alphabet hike. Do you see an object that starts with the letter A? B? C? Use as many of the letters in the alphabet as you can by writing down the objects you find next to the first letter of the word.

2 – Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of Girl Scouts, liked to fish. Learn about fish in Ohio and try to catch one at the pond in the Natural Resources area.

3 - Draw a picture or make a scrapbook page of your day at the fair.

4 – Visit the butter cow and write down what the other butter sculpture is this year. 5 – Visit the Agricultural building and participate in one activity there.

6 – Visit the butterfly house at the Natural Resources area. 7 – See a horse show or other livestock show.

8 – Make a list of the food you ate while at the fair. List the agricultural products used to make the food. 9 – Visit the Cox Fine Arts Building and list the artist of your favorite piece.

10 – Find foods to fill in the food pyramid – you can see them all in one form or another.

11 – Find out how many youth groups are in the Youth Center/Lausche building and participate in one of their activities. 12 – Make a map of the fairgrounds and show the places you visited.

13 – Visit the DiSalle Center.

14 – Visit the Marketplace/Bricker Building and learn about water or train safety.

15 – Visit the Marketplace/Bricker Building and talk to a state highway patrol officer at their booth.

The badge requirements do not have to be completed in one day. If you are planning to attend the fair more than once, requirements can be completed over several days but must be completed during the 2014 Ohio State Fair and may not be carried over to next year’s fair.

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SPECIAL EVENTS: Cookie Box Creations, Talent, Flag, Speech, Cookie Creations, Cupcake Wars,

Minute to Win It Competitions, Duct Tape Creations, Culinary Awards

Entry Deadline July 19, 2014 – use Special Events Entry form.

Division 2700 Cookie Box Creations Competition

(July 25, 2014 – beginning at 10 am in the Youth Center) –Girl Scouts show your creativity by entering our Cookie Box Creations competition using Girl Scout cookie boxes. What is inside the boxes might be tasty, but the boxes could be a work of art. A girl must bring her creation on July 25th between 10 am to 12 pm during Art Day. Judging will be completed between 12 pm and 1 pm. There will be two divisions. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals will be awarded in each division. Judging will be on originality, interesting use of boxes, and an interview. Winning entries will be displayed, space permitting. For more information, contact Shirley Green, at 260 West

Wayne, Dunkirk, OH, 45836, phone 567/674-4379, wacarmy56@yahoo.com

Class 75. Cookie Box Creations Competition – Daisy through Junior Division: Awards

First Place Trophy

Second Place Medal

Third Place Medal

Class 76. Cookie Box Creations Competition – Cadette through Ambassador Division:

Awards

First Place Trophy

Second Place Medal

Third Place Medal

Division 2710 Talent Competition

(July 26, 2014 – 10 am -3 pm on the Youth Center stage) –This competition is open to all Daisy through Ambassador Girl Scouts with all talent, skill, and interest levels. All performances must follow Girl Scout values. Ribbons, trophies or medals, cash prizes and the Best Overall Award will be awarded to Troops, Groups, or Individual Girl Scouts competing in the following categories:

Dance…Instrumental…Miscellaneous…Twirling…Vocal

The two Best Overall Recipients will earn the honor of performing at the Girl Scouts Awards program on August 3, 2014. For information, contact April Hawkins, 4395 State Rd., Apt 3, Cleveland, OH 44109, phone 216/538-6993 or

osfgs.talent@yahoo.com.

Talent Competition – Daisy through Junior Division: Awards –

First Place

Class 77. Dance $10 & Medal

Class 78. Instrumental $10 & Medal

Class 79. Miscellaneous $10 & Medal

Class 80. Vocal $10 & Medal

Class 81. Twirling $10 & Medal

Talent Competition – Cadette through Ambassador Division: Awards –

First Place

Class 82. Dance $10 & Medal

Class 83. Instrumental $10 & Medal

Class 84. Miscellaneous $10 & Medal

Class 85. Vocal $10 & Medal

Class 86. Twirling $10 & Medal

The two Best Overall Talent winners will receive $25 and a trophy and earn the honor of performing at the Girl Scouts Awards program.

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Division 2720 Flag Ceremony Competition

(July 27, 2014 – 11 am - 2 pm on the Youth Center stage) There will be two divisions, Daisy through Juniors and Cadettes through Ambassadors. If there is a mixed group, group must enter in division appropriate for the oldest girl. Cash prizes and medals will be awarded. Competition consists of Traditional and Creative ceremonies. The first place winner in each age group will present their ceremonies at the Girl Scouts Awards program on August 3, 2014. Any troop or group needing more information, can contact Louise Lortz, at 09573 Township

Hwy 29, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351, 419/294-4812 or 567/232-0159, estloulortz@yahoo.com

Class 87. Flag Ceremony Competition – Daisy through Junior: Awards

First Place $75 & Gold Medal

Second Place $50 & Silver Medal

Third Place $25 & Bronze Medal

Class 88. Flag Ceremony Competition – Cadette through Ambassador: Awards

First Place $75 & Gold Medal

Second Place $50 & Silver Medal

Third Place $25 & Bronze Medal

Division 2730 Speech Competition

(July 27, 2014 – 2 pm on the Youth Center stage) – Open to Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts only. Speech must be 5-7 minutes on the topic of: “Why do we have Girl Scout traditions?”

S

peech should reflect an older Girl Scout talking to younger Girl Scouts. Awards will be given to the top three participants. The first place winner will earn the honor of presenting her speech at the Girl Scouts Awards program on August 3, 2014. For additional information, contact Bob Price, at 2861 Houston Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45251, 513/851-3769, bprice.1@fuse.net.

Class 89. Speech Competition: Awards

First Place Medal

Second Place Medal

Third Place Medal

$50.00 prize money for first place provided she presents her speech at the August 3 Awards Day program. If the winner is unavailable for the awards program, the prize money goes to the runner- up who presents the speech at the Girl Scouts awards program.

Division 2740 Cookie Creations Competition

Second Place Medal

Third Place Medal

Division 2770 Duct Tape Creations Competition(Tuesday, July 29, 2014 – 6 pm in the Youth Center) If it walks like a duct, talks like a duct, and looks like a duct, it must be made of duct tape! Get creative for this

competition where entries must be made entirely from duct tape. Entries will be judged on creativity, use of duct tape and a brief interview. For more information, contact Angie Nessler, 8489 Banwick Ct., Powell, OH 43065, 614/357-4898,

scorpio834@aol.com.

Class 103. Duct Tape Creations Competition – Daisy/Brownie: Awards

First Place Trophy

Second Place Medal

Third Place Medal

Class 104. Duct Tape Creations Competition – Junior/Cadette: Awards

First Place Trophy

Second Place Medal

Third Place Medal

Class 105. Duct Tape Creations Competition – Senior/Ambassador: Awards

First Place Trophy

Second Place Medal

Third Place Medal

Culinary Awards

– Winner will be selected from all first place baked goods and food entries (in each age level) and will receive a plaque, rosette, and cash award of $25.00. The winners will be invited to the Awards Program on August 3, 2014 at 2 pm. Group entries are not eligible to participate.

Volunteer Opportunities

– Older girls and adults needed to help with following events. Earn Leadership hours. To register or for more information, see participation form following entry forms.

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 Discovering Art Day – Friday, July 25

 Money Sense Day – Monday, July 28

 Forever Green Day – Wednesday, July 30

 Hands on Science Day – Thursday, July 31

Participation Activities – Registration Required –

See participation form following entry forms for more

information.



Craft Table/Booth Assistant



Daily Parade



Selling Girl Scout Cookies

Additional Activities Available During Fair

–

no registration needed. All events open to all youth.

SCAVENGER HUNT Daily, July 23 – August 2, 9 AM – 8 PM Come to the Youth Center and pick up a clue sheet. When you find the answers you will receive a ribbon.

SPEED STACKING Daily, July 23 – August 2, 9 AM – 8 PM Come to the Youth Center and try your hand and eye coordination with the Speed Stacking Cup game and receive a ribbon. Entire family welcome to compete.

SWAPS DAY Wednesday, July 23 – 9 am – 2:30 pm Stop by the Girl Scout Booth and make some swaps. Don't know what swaps are? They are Some Whatchamacallit Affectionately Pinned Somewhere! Come in and learn to make them or bring some to trade with other Girl Scouts.

ART DAY Friday, July 25, 9 am – 1 pm Visit the many tables throughout the Youth Center and learn to make various art projects.

MONEY SENSE Monday, July 28, 10 am – 2 pm Participate in money related activities in the Girl Scout Booth.

FOREVER GREEN Wednesday, July 30, 10 am – 2 pm Come to the Youth Center and learn about ecology, living “green”, and saving the Earth.

HANDS ON SCIENCE DAY Thursday, July 31, 10:00 am – 2 pm Visit the many stations in the Youth Center and learn about science by trying fun hands on experiments.

GIRL SCOUT GAMES Friday, August 1, 10 am – 2 pm Want to try some fun and different games - like foil basketball, beanbag archery, straw javelin, or timed hula hoop twirling? Want to try to win a medal? Stop by the Girl Scouts area in the Youth Center and play one or more of the Girl Scout games.

Ohio State Fair Girl Scout Sponsors:

All Ohio State Fair Band Alumni

American Legion, Post 530, Greenhills, OH

Doug and Megin Cress, Columbus, OH

Farmers Reality and Auction Co. , Sales Agents Bob and Rose Marie Hutchinson, Pleasantville, OH

Eileen Goodin, Canal Winchester, OH

Shirley Green, Dunkirk, OH

Ladies Auxiliary VFW #9473, Reynoldsburg, OH

Law Offices of Barkan Meizlish Handelman Goodin DeRose Wentz, LLP, Columbus, OH

Larry and Becky Link, Grove City, OH

Ohio State Fair, Columbus, OH

Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee, Columbus, OH

Bob and Bev Price, Cincinnati, OH

The Ohio Township Association, Croton, OH

Trophy Nut Company, Tipp City, OH Z. Marshall Johnson, DVM, Baltimore, OH

Lydia Gutherie, Upper Sandusky, OH Walmart, Kenton, OH

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OHIO STATE FAIR GIRL SCOUTS ENTRY FORM

For Divisions 2601 - 2606

Entry Form Deadline: June 20, 2014

For Office Use Only – Exhibitor No.: ____________ ****ONLY ONE ENTRY PER CATEGORY PER EXHIBITOR****

Name: ______________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________

City: _______________________ State: __________ Zip: _________-______ County: _____________________________________

Tele.: _____-_____-_______Email: ____________________________________ Birthdate: Mo _____ Day_____Year_______

Age:_______ Program Level: (circle) Daisy Brownie Junior Cadette Senior Ambassador

Troop #_________________ Council_______________________Region (if applicable)____________________________________

Leader’s Name: ________________________________________Email:____________________ Tele.: _____-_____-________

Division

No.

Class

No.

Description of Class (use IP

wording for each class entered)

Division

No.

Class

No.

Description of Class (use IP

wording for each class entered)

I agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the Junior Division, and further agree to be bound by the decision of the Ohio Expositions Commission, Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee, in case of any dispute arising from the interpretation or application thereof. I also agree that any photographs taken of me become the property of the Ohio Expositions Commission and the Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee. Such photographs may be used at the Commission’s discretion and the Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee without compensation, or additional approval. By signing below, the exhibitor (Girl Scout) agrees that each entry submitted will be her own work.

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Ohio Expositions Commission and the Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee, its members, officers, employees, agents, and sponsors for damages, costs, theft, loss or any other claims arising from or related to exhibitor’s participation in the Ohio State Fair.

_________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________

Exhibitor’s Signature Date

_________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Mail Entry Form to: Girl Scouts Ohio State Fair Committee PO Box 267

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OHIO STATE FAIR GIRL SCOUTS ENTRY FORM

For Special Events – Divisions 2700 – 2770

Entry Form Deadline: July 19, 2014

For Office Use Only – Exhibitor No.: ____________

Name: ______________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________

City: _______________________ State: __________ Zip: _________-______ County: _____________________________________

Tele.: _____-_____-_______Email: ____________________________________ Birthdate: Mo _____ Day_____Year_______

Age:_______ Program Level: (circle) Daisy Brownie Junior Cadette Senior Ambassador Adult

Troop #____________________ Council_______________________Region______________________________________________

Leader’s Name: _________________________________________ Email:______________________ Tele.: _____-_____-________

Division 2700

Class

COOKIE BOX CREATIONS

Division 2710

Class

TALENT COMPETITION

May enter once as individual and once as member of a group. Please include brief description of planned performance(s), approximate length of time on stage (maximum 5 minutes), and audio equipment, music stand, or piano needed.

Division 2720

Class

FLAG CEREMONY COMPETITION

Division 2730

Class

SPEECH COMPETITION

Division 2740

Class

COOKIE CREATIONS COMPETITION

Division 2750

Class

MINUTE TO WIN IT COMPETITON

Division 2760

Class

CUPCAKE WARS COMPETITION

Division 2770

Class

DUCT TAPE CREATIONS COMPETITION

I agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the Junior Division, and further agree to be bound by the decision of the Ohio Expositions Commission, Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee, in case of any dispute arising from the interpretation or application thereof. I also agree that any photographs taken of me become the property of the Ohio Expositions Commission and the Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee. Such photographs may be used at the Commission’s discretion and the Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee without compensation, or additional approval.

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Ohio Expositions Commission and the Ohio State Fair Girl Scouts Committee, its members, officers, employees, agents, and sponsors for damages, costs, theft, loss or any other claims arising from or related to exhibitor’s participation in the Ohio State Fair.

_________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________

Exhibitor’s Signature Date

_________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

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2014 OHIO STATE FAIR PARTICIPATION/VOLUNTEER FORM

Each activity MUST be on a separate form. You may photocopy or print multiple copies of this form. Check the activity you are participating in. Be sure to include page with contact information.

Groups working the Craft Table as a Booth Assistant or marching in the Parade will receive a maximum of 2 adult tickets for every 10 girls. Individuals working the Craft Table as a Booth Assistant or marching in the Parade will receive one ticket. Adults or older girls working as a volunteer at Science Day, Discovering Art Day, or SWAPS Day will each receive a ticket.

CHECK ALL THAT APPLY:

CRAFT TABLE/BOOTH ASSISTANT

Daily, July 23 – August 2

Yes, we plan to use supplies offered by the State Fair Committee.

We plan to use our own supplies. We will do the following hands on activity:

We will present it at least one of the following times: (Please check) 8 - 11:00 11 - 2:00 2 - 5:00 5 - 8:00

On SWAPS Day, July 23, Craft Table will do an assigned craft from 9:30 am – 2:30 pm.

On Discovering Art Day, July 25, Craft Table will do an assigned art activity from 9:00 am – 1 pm.

On Money Sense Day, July 28, Craft Table will do an assigned money related activity from 10:00 am – 2 pm. On Science Day, July 31, Craft Table will do a science activity from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

SELLING GIRL SCOUT COOKIES

(State Fair Committee will supply Girl Scout Cookies) Troops/Groups of Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors only. Daily, July 23 – August 3

We will Sell Cookies at least one of the following times: (Please check) 8 - 11:00 11 - 2:00 2 - 5:00 5 - 8:00

We will work the Craft Table at least one of the following times: (Please check)

8 - 11:00 11 - 2:00 2 - 5:00 5 - 8:00

PARADE

Daily, July 23 – August 2 (no parade on last day of fair)

Staging 2:45 - 4, parade 4 - 4:30, viewing parade and getting ribbons 4:30 – 4:45. Total time involved is approximately 2 hours.

For activities on this page, return form on next page to Bev Price, 2861 Houston Road, Cincinnati, OH 45251,

phone 513/851-3769,

bevprice@fuse.net

. Bev will confirm your participation and provide tickets.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors only. Adults Welcome

. Help with program and earn leadership hours.

SWAPS DAY Wednesday, July 23, 9:00

AM

– 1:30

PM

Deadline to register July 22. For more

information, contact

Terri Brickles, phone 937/849-6810, bric_brac@juno.com. (space in email address is an

underscore)

_____

DISCOVERING ART DAY Friday, July 25, 9

AM

– 1

PM

Deadline to register: July 24. For

more information, contact Terri Brickles, phone 937/849-6810, bric_brac@juno.com (space in email address is

an underscore) OR Shirley Green,

phone 567/674-4379, wacarmy56@yahoo.com.

MONEY SENSE DAY Monday, July 28, 10 am – 2 pm

Deadline to register: July 27. For

more information, contact Sharla House, 614/476-5686, sharlah@columbus.rr.com

FOREVER GREEN

Wednesday, July 30, 10 am – 2 pm

Deadline to register: July 29. For more

information, contact Heidi Yoakum, Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland, 614/487-8101, hyoakum@gsoh.org.

SCIENCE DAY

Thursday, July 31, 10

AM

– 2

PM

Deadline to register: July 30.

For more

information, contact Mary Eader, 614/846-7182, meader522@att.net

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Council (and Region if applicable):

Troop # Age Level (circle) Daisy Brownie Junior Cadette Senior Ambassador

# of Girls # of Adults Total Participants

Leader’s Name (or individual Girl’s Name) Address

City County Zip Code

Home Phone ( )___________________ Work/Cell Phone ( )

E-Mail Date Participating (July 23 – August 3)

Accommodations Needed

For activities on this page, return form to Bev Price, 2861 Houston Road, Cincinnati, OH 45251,

phone 513/851-3769,

bevprice@fuse.net

. Bev will confirm your participation and provide tickets.