4-H Classes
The 4-H Classes at the Coldwater Fall Fair highlight the dedication, knowledge, and skills of local youth involved in the 4-H program. These classes feature a wide range of exhibits and competitions, including livestock shows such as cattle and sheep that reflect a full year of learning and development. Participants demonstrate their understanding, responsibility, and commitment to agriculture and personal growth. 4-H plays an important role in building confidence, leadership, and practical skills, making these classes a key part of the fair’s celebration of youth and the agricultural community.
4-H Cattle
North Simcoe 4-H Cattle Show
Coordinator: Sydney Robinson (705-427-3698)
Saturday at 10:15 a.m.
Rules:
1. Each exhibitor must have their own individual exhibitor number.
2. 4-H cattle must be on the grounds by 9:30 a.m.
3. Exhibitors must have liability insurance.
4. All animals must be in compliance with N.L.I.D. ear tagging system and be free of all contagious diseases.
5. Coordinator reserves the right to combine sections.
Class 501 – 4-H Cattle Showmanship
Coordinator: Sydney Robinson (705-427-3698)
Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $45, 3rd: $40, 4th: $35, 5th: $30, 6th: $25, 7th: $20, 8th: $15, 9th: $15, 10th: $15
Sections:
1. | Novice Dairy Showmanship – Ages 9 – 11 |
2. | Junior Dairy Showmanship – Ages 12 – 14 |
3. | Intermediate Dairy Showmanship – Ages 15 – 17 |
4. | Senior Dairy Showmanship – Ages 18 – 21 |
Champion and Reserve Champion Dairy Showperson Prize: Rosette only | |
5. | Novice Beef Showmanship – Ages 9 – 11 |
6. | Junior Beef Showmanship – Ages 12 – 14 |
7. | Intermediate Beef Showmanship – Ages 15 – 17 |
8. | Senior Beef Showmanship – Ages 18 – 21 |
Champion and Reserve Champion Beef Showperson Prize: Rosette only | |
Overall Champion 4-H Showperson Prize: Rosette only Champion winners will compete | |
Reserve Overall Champion 4-H Showperson Prize: Rosette only Reserve Champion winners will compete | |
Class 502 – 4-H Cattle Conformation
Coordinator: Sydney Robinson (705-427-3698)
*Every competitor will receive prize money.
Prize: $40
Sections:
1. | Market Steer Any Breed any Condition |
2. | Beef Heifer Calf Any breed, born after January 1, 2026 |
3. | Junior Yearling Beef Heifer Any breed, born April 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 |
4. | Senior Yearling Beef Heifer Any breed, born January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025 |
Champion and Reserve Champion Beef Heifer Prize: Rosette only | |
5. | Group of three Beef Heifers |
6. | Junior Dairy Heifer Calf Born March 1, 2026 to May 31, 2026 |
7. | Intermediate Dairy Heifer Calf Born December 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026 |
8. | Senior Dairy Heifer Calf Born September 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025 |
9. | Summer Yearling Born June 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025 |
10. | Junior Yearling Born March 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025 |
Champion and Reserve Champion Dairy Heifer Prize: Rosette only | |
11. | Group of three Dairy Heifers |
4-H Sheep
4-H Sheep Show
Coordinator: Whitney Ball (705-321-5206) whitneyjball@gmail.com
Friday, September 25, 2026
Show start time: 11:00 a.m.
4-H Interclub – All Juniors Welcome!
**Entries to be completed on ASSIST EXPO** https://www.assistexpo.ca/entries
Rules:
1. All sheep must be on the grounds by 10:00 a.m.
2. Anyone Exhibiting MUST HAVE liability insurance.
3. Entries must have approved CCIA Tags
4. All animals must be free of all illness/disease.
5. Any unworthy entry will not be shown under the discretion of the judge & committee.
6. Black Pants and White Shirt preferably, but not necessary.
Class 503 – 4-H Sheep Showmanship
*Every Competitor will receive prize money
Prize: $40
Sections:
1. | Senior 18-21 as of Jan 1st 2026 |
2. | Intermediate 15-17 as of Jan 1st 2026 |
3. | Junior 12-14 as of Jan 1st 2026 |
4. | Novice 9-11 as of Jan 1st 2026 |
Class 504 – 4-H Sheep Conformation
Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $35, 3rd: $30, 4th: $25, 5th: $20, 6th: $15
Sections:
1. | Senior Ewe Lamb Born Jan 1st – February 28th 2026 |
2. | Junior Ewe Lamb Born after March 1st 2026 |
3. | Market Lamb Born 2026 |
