Other Competitions

The Other Competitions at the Coldwater Fall Fair add fun, energy, and variety to the overall fair experience, offering something for participants of all ages. These events include crowd favorites such as nail driving, log sawing, truck & tractor pulls, along with a wide range of traditional exhibition categories. Visitors can explore and participate in showcases featuring antiques, flowers, domestic science, vegetable and flower produce, knitting and crochet, as well as photography and art, among many others.

Designed to be both entertaining and interactive, these competitions highlight skill, creativity, and a sense of fun while bringing people together. From hands-on challenges to beautifully displayed exhibits, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, these activities are a lively and memorable part of the fair’s long-standing traditions.

Antiques

Class 20 – Antiques

Coordinators: Monika Marsh (905-767-1623)
Laurie Gleadall (705-794-4668)

1. Amateurs only may enter – no dealers, please.
2. Entries must be the property of the exhibitor.
3. Exhibitors may submit only one entry in any one section, unless otherwise stated.
4. The same article may not be entered two years in a row.
5. Entries must be at least 50 years old (from 1976 and any date prior).
6. Condition and age to be considered in judging. Items with small cracks or flaws are acceptable and will not be disqualified.
7. No entry should exceed 15″ high or be a photocopy unless otherwise stated.
8. Your phone number is not required to be shown on the Entry Tags but it must be on your Entry Form.
Tags will be opened after judging unless otherwise requested.
9. Displays will close on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. but entries can’t be picked up until 4:00 p.m.
10. Each exhibitor must present the pink copy of their Exhibitor Entry Form in order to pick up their entries.
11. We will take the best possible care to safeguard your entries, but cannot be held accountable for the articles or accidents that might happen to them.

PRIZES
1st – 3 Points – $10; 2nd – 2 Points – $6; 3rd – 1 Point – $4
OLDEST DATED PIECE (as perceived by the Judge) – $10
JUDGE’S FAVOURITE – Gift Certificate / Prize
HIGH POINTS FOR A NEW EXHIBITOR – $30
HIGH POINTS* – $30

*The High Points winner from 2025 is not eligible to win this honour in 2026.

Sections:

1.	Advertising Toy
2.	Barometer
3.	Blue Mountain Pottery – Up to 16" Tall
4.	Board Game in Original Box
5.	Chisel
6.	Comic Book
7.	Compass
8.	Die Cast Car
9.	Fire Fighting Memorabilia
10.	Flask
11.	Garden Hand Tool
12.	Gardening Book
13.	Gas Station Memorabilia
14.	Item Depicting Theme – "Country Life"
15.	Lace Bobbin
16.	Letter Opener
17.	Lustreware Glass
18.	Men’s Ring
19.	Men’s Wrist Watch
20.	Most Unique with a Story as Perceived by the Judge (In a category not otherwise included this year)
21.	Music Box
22.	Plum Bob
23.	Pop Bottle
24.	Religious Item or Icon
25.	Sandwich Glass
26.	Service Bell
27.	Sewing Bird
28.	Sewing Pattern – Envelope with Paper Pieces
29.	Skimming Spoon
30.	Stump the Judge -Please put answer in a sealed envelope and submit it with your item
31.	Sugar Scuttle
32.	Then and Now – Soap Dish Two Items – One 50+ Years Old and One Modern Day Version
33.	Toasting Fork
34.	Toothpick Holder
35.	Victorian Tin
36.	Women’s Charm Bracelet
37.	Women’s Choker
38.	WWI Memorabilia
39.	WWII Memorabilia

MANY THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS!

149 Diner at the Waubaushene Truck Stop	4Age Fine Foods Inc.
Bob Emmett, Clarke Muskoka Realty	Beauty by Bonnita
Branch Manager Tree Care	Bourgeois Auto Group
Coldwater Bowling Centre	Central Taxi
Coldwater Grill House & Wine Bar	Coldwater Dental
Coldwater Thrift and Collectables	Davie Construction
Gary’s Crafts and Gifts	Freskiw’s
Marsh’s Waubaushene Marina	Georgian Hairstyling
Norcon Concrete Pumping	River Electric
North Rock Concrete Pumping	Swift Canoe and Kayak
The Christmas Villager & Country Gifts	The Clothes Closet
Waubaushene Septic & Landscaping Supplies	Waubaushene Heritage
Willow Tree Salon & Spa

Antique Machinery Show

Class 15 – Antique Machinery Show

Coordinator: Richard Jolliffe (705-345-7642)

on Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday

Sponsors: Coldwater Funeral Home
Coldwater Home Hardware
Severn Timber Mart

Vintage and antique machinery owners are invited to the Coldwater Fall Fair to exhibit their machinery and explain how it works to the curious fair attendees. The Terry Lye Memorial Award provides a $500.00 prize for BEST IN SHOW at the Antique Machinery Display. In addition, all Exhibitors will receive a free luncheon, a medallion and a ribbon in appreciation of their contribution to the Coldwater Fall Fair.

Terry Lye Memorial Award

The Coldwater and District Agricultural Society, Coldwater Fall Fair and the Coldwater Canadiana Heritage Museum would like to acknowledge the generous contribution of the Lye family (Hannah, Chloe, Madelyn, Karen and Jason) in setting up the Terry Lye Memorial Award. This Award is provided annually for the Best in Show of the Antique Machinery Display at the Coldwater Fall Fair. It has been created to honour the memory of their grandfather and father, Terry Lye. Terry served as a volunteer at the Coldwater Fall Fair for several years, primarily as the director of the Antique Machinery Display.

Antique & Stock Truck and Tractor Pull

Class 16 – ANTIQUE & STOCK TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL

Saturday at 5:00 p.m.
“OTTPA SANCTIONED PULL”

Registration and Weigh In: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There will be no registration after 4:30 p.m.

**Helmets Mandatory – Snell 2000 or higher**
NO HITCHES WILL BE SUPPLIED. PULLERS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN HITCH
NO HITCH. NO PULL

Coordinator: Drake Moore (705-279-6410)

All pullers must conform to 2026 Ontario Truck and Tractor Pulling Association (O.T.T.P.A.) rules and THIS will apply for both trucks and tractors, refer to their website: www.ottpa.ca
**There have been changes, everyone must read and abide by the rules**

Drivers must be 16 years of age to enter. Contact coordinator for clarification of rules.
ALL COMPETITORS WILL PAY $15.00 FOR MANDATORY OTTPA INSURANCE COVERAGE
4 Wheel Drive must pull in a 4 Wheel Drive class only
WEIGHT CLASSES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED
Each vehicle may enter only two classes (including moveups)
Entry Fee : $15.00 per class

PRIZE MONEY MUST BE COLLECTED BY END OF PULL
CLASSES WILL NOT NECESSARILY PULL IN ORDER SHOWN

All 10 Local Classes will have a limit of 15 Pullers per class.

Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $20

Sections:

1.	Vintage 4,500lbs
2.	Vintage 5,500lbs
3.	Vintage 6,500lbs
4.	Vintage 8,500 – 10,500lbs
5.	Vintage 10,500 – 14,000lbs Speed limit of 8 m/hr
6.	Vintage 14,000lbs and Up Speed limit of 8 m/hr
7.	4 Wheel Drive Tractor Open Class
8.	Gas Truck 4×4
9.	Local Diesel 4×4 – 8,500 – 10,500lbs
10.	Local Diesel 4×4 – 10,500lbs and Up

Prizes: Classes 11 to 15 as per OTTPA.

11.	OTTPA Super Modified 4×4 6,200lbs
12.	OTTPA – Street Semi 22,000lbs
13.	OTTPA -Hot Sock 4×4 5,600lbs
14.	OTTPA – Modified Farm 8,000lbs
15.	OTTPA – Modified Farm 10,500lbs
16.	Demo Class

Art - Adult

Class 14 – Art – Adult

Coordinator: Cheryl Judson (705-790-7144)

Exhibitor Fee: $10.00 (Ages 18+)

Rules
1. All artwork is to be original, not a numbered or open print.
2. All artwork is to be the work of the exhibitor. The exhibitor must be an amateur artist, not having had any prior solo gallery exposure.
3. All artwork is to be framed or mounted and ready to hang. Any work not able to be hung will not be judged.
4. Each artist is limited to 1 entry per section.
5. All artwork must have been created within the last year.

All awards at the discretion of the Judge
Pick up time is 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Any items remaining after 5:00 p.m. will become the property of the Coldwater Fall Fair

Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5

Sections:

1.	Artwork needs to reflect the Theme of the Fair – "Country Life" in any Medium
2.	Any Subject in any Medium

Cut Flowers, Potted Plants, Artistic Design

Class 13 – Cut Flowers, Potted Plants, Artistic Design

Coordinator: Michelle Lynch (705-325-4143)

Large garden carts are available in the flower and plant show area
to assist with loading and unloading your exhibits.

Flower Show Rules and Regulations

All exhibitors are responsible for proper placement of entries. All entries must include a correctly completed entry tag. Please refer to the show schedule for correct class numbers and titles. Entries accepted Thursday 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. All entries must be in place on the show tables by 8:00 p.m.
Exhibitors are encouraged to follow directions as to number of blooms, colours and sizes as written in show schedule.
Exhibitors may place one entry only in any one class, unless otherwise stated.
Judging begins at 8:00 a.m. on Friday. Judging will be in accordance with O.J.E.S. (Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards 2019). The judge(s) decision will be final.
No exhibit will be awarded a prize unless, in the judge(s) opinion, it possesses sufficient merit, even though it may be the only entry in the class.
Only the Flower Show Committee is permitted on show floor during judging.
The Flower Show Committee has authority to sub-divide classes, providing there are a minimum of 3 entries per sub-divided class.
The Show Committee will take all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of the exhibits and containers but can not be responsible for loss through theft or breakage. All components of an exhibit are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
Name plants and flowers if possible.
Please be prepared to take all entries home after 4:00 pm on Sunday.
Cannabis entries WILL NOT be accepted.

Cut Flowers

Definitions:
Bloom: An individual flower, one to a stem.
Bud: An undeveloped growing point which may become a shoot, leaf or flower.
Collection: A specified number of different cut flowers, foliage, potted plants, branches, exhibited for cultural perfection (OJES 2019). Should be a variety of colours and variety of specimens.
Flower Head: A cluster of florets with the appearance of a single flower.
Spike: An upright stem carrying several flowers, which are nearly stemless e.g. gladiolus, snapdragons
Stem: A main plant structure that supports flowers, leaves, buds or fruit.
Spray: has two or more blooms on a stem – a spray should have some blooms fully open, some blooms partially open and buds

Notes:
– A bud showing colour is considered a bloom
– Cedar or plastic wrap may be used to hold exhibit firmly in container, should not be conspicuous.
– All entries to be grown by exhibitor.
– Exhibitor to supply own containers.

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Sections:

A Collection of Asters

perennial/native, not to exceed 8 stems

A Collection of Asters

annual, not to exceed 8 stems

Begonia – Tuberous

1 Bloom floating, no foliage, Bloom should not touch side of dish

Calendula

3-5 stems, foliage attached

Chrysanthemums

3 stems, one variety, one colour

A Collection of Chrysanthemums

not to exceed 6 stems

Coleus

3 stems, same variety

A Collection of Coleus

not to exceed 6 stems

Cosmos

5 stems, foliage attached

Special Award: The Roberta Dickinson Memorial Award – Best Dahlia in Sections 10-14 Prize: $30

10.

Dahlia

1 bloom floating, 6" and under, no foliage, Note: bloom should not touch side of dish

11.

Dahlia

1 bloom floating, over 6", no foliage, Note: bloom should not touch side of dish

12.

Dahlia

3 blooms – same variety, 1"- 3", foliage attached

13.

Dahlia

3 blooms – same variety, 3"- 6", foliage attached

14.

Dahlia

3 blooms – same variety, over 6", foliage attached

15.

A Collection of Dahlias

suitably arranged not to exceed 9 stems

16.

Echinacea (Coneflower)

3 stems

17.

Geranium (one colour)

3 flower heads with own foliage

18.

Geranium (mixed colours)

3 flower heads with own foliage

19.

Collection of Fall Foliage

3 – 5 stems, different cultivars in a stable container

20.

Gladiolus (red or pink)

1 spike per vase, may enter two exhibits, one of each colour, in a stable container

Note: max spike length 20″ measured from top of container

21.

Gladiolus (yellow or white)

1 spike per vase, may enter two exhibits, one of each colour, in a stable container

Note: max spike length 20″ measured fromt op of container

22.

Gladiolus (purple or orange)

1 spike per vase, may enter two exhibits, one of each colour, in a stable container

Note: max spike length 20″ measured from top of container

23.

Gladiolus (any other colour)

1 spike per vase, may enter two exhibits, each exhibit a different colour, in a stable container

Note: max spike length 20″ measured from top of container

24.

Gladiolus (bi-coloured or multi-coloured)

1 spike per vase, may enter two exhibits, each exhibit a different colour, in a stable container

Note: max spike length 20″ measured from top of container

25.

Grasses (Ornamental)

3 stems/ inflorescences, same variety, in a stable container

26.

A Collection of Grasses

suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems, in a stable container

27.

Collection of Hosta Leaves (over 6")

not to exceed 9 leaves, Note: leaf is measured from base of leaf to tip

28.

Collection of Hosta leaves (under 6")

not to exceed 9 leaves, Note: leaf is measured from base of leaf to tip

29.

Hydrangea (cone shaped flower head)

3 stems

30.

Hydrangea (ball shaped flower head)

3 stems

31.

Japanese Anemone

1 stem in bloom

32.

Lavender

9 stems, name variety if possible

33.

Marigolds – Large – over 3"

3 blooms – same variety

34.

Marigolds – Medium – 1.5"- 3"

3 blooms – same variety

35.

Marigolds – Small – under 1.5"

3 blooms – same variety

36.

A Collection of Marigolds

suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems

37.

Pansies and/or Violas

3-5 blooms, foliage attached

38.

Collection of Petunias

suitably arranged, not to exceed 5 stems

39.

Rose – Hybrid Tea

1 specimen bloom, any colour

40.

Rose – Floribunda

1 spray, any colour

41.

Rose – Any Yellow Rose

1 stem or spray

42.

Rose – Floating

1 specimen bloom floating, any colour, without foliage

Note: rose should not touch side of dish

43.

Rose – Miniature

1 spray, any colour

44.

Rose – Miniature Floating

1 specimen bloom floating, any colour, without foliage

Note: rose should not touch side of dish

45.

Rose – Miniature

1 specimen bloom, any colour

46.

Rose – Most Fragrant

1 specimen bloom, any colour

47.

Rose – Any other cultivar not listed

1 spray, any colour

48.

Collection of Roses

suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems

49.

Collection of Rudbeckia

3 stems, in a stable container

50.

Salvia

3 stems of annual salvia, any one colour, with own foliage attached

51.

Collection of Salvia

suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems

52.

Sedum

3 stems, any one colour

53.

Collection of Sedum

suitably arranged, not to exceed 5 stems

54.

Collection of Snapdragons

suitably arranged, not to exceed 5 stems

55.

Sunflowers

3 blooms

56.

Zinnias – Pompom – under 2"

3 blooms

57.

Zinnias – Cactus

3 blooms

58.

Zinnias – Decorative

3 blooms

59.

Collection of Zinnias

suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems

60.

Any Other Annual – (not listed above)

not to exceed 3 stems or spikes, named, if possible, may enter two different varieties

61.

Any Other Perennial – (not listed above)

not to exceed 3 stems or spikes, named, if possible, may enter two different varieties

Potted Plants
– Plants must be owned by exhibitor for 3 months prior to the show.
– Pots and saucers must be clean and plant to be well groomed and free of insects and diseases.

Special Award: Judge’s Choice – Sections 62-79 Prize: $30 Sponsor: Meredith Orr, in memory of Leona Wassell
62.	Herb Planter a collection of herbs growing in a single container, minimum 3 varieties, named if possible. Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital
63.	Variegated Foliage Plant one cultivar per pot, named if possible Sponsor: North Ridge Landscaping
64.	African Violet any colour Sponsor: Meredith Orr
65.	Begonia any flowering variety Sponsor: Team Micks Real Estate
66.	Coleus 1 variety grown in pot Sponsor: Tofflemire Farms
67.	Collection of Coleus more than one variety grown in a single pot Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital
68.	Fern any variety, potted Sponsor: Midland Plumbing
69.	Succulents (pot size 4" and under) open to all succulents and cactus Sponsor: Midland Plumbing
70.	Succulents (pot size over 4") open to all succulents and cactus Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital
71.	Cactus/Succulent Garden a collection of cactus and succulents growing in a single container, minimum of 3 varieties Sponsor: Schultz & Dooley Marsh
72.	Potted Plant Trained on a Trellis or Support Sponsor: Brian and Bonnie Smith
73.	Geranium 1 variety in bloom, in a pot Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital
74.	Mixed Planter assorted flowering annuals, in bloom, non hanging Sponsor: St. George Anglican Church, Fairvalley
75.	Impatiens 1 or more varieties in bloom, non hanging Sponsor: Team Micks Real Estate
76.	Orchid any variety in bloom Sponsor: Landon Warder
77.	Most Unusual or Odd Plant Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5
Special Award – Lorraine Orr Memorial Award Sponsor: Meredith Orr, in memory of her mother Lorraine Orr
78.	Any Other Flowering Houseplant – (not listed above) in bloom, named if possible Sponsor: Meredith Orr
79.	Any Other Non-Flowering Houseplant – (not listed above) named if possible Sponsor: Midland Plumbing

Hanging Plants:

80.	Flowering Hanging Planter 1 variety, in bloom, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego’s Garden Centre
81.	Non-Flowering Hanging Planter 1 variety, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego’s Garden Centre
82.	Fern any variety, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego’s Garden Centre
83.	Mixed Hanging Planter assorted annuals, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego’s Garden Centre

Artistic Design
– All designs to be completed when brought to the show
– Once placed on the show table, no one is allowed to move the designs
– Entry tags to be placed on table next to designs
– All flowers in design to be garden grown (yours, friends, neighbors) unless stated otherwise
– Accessories permitted
– Space allotted 24”x24” unless otherwise stated
– Wayside Design – Definition c/o OJES 2019
A design composed of common and plentiful flowers, foliage, fungi, and/or weeds such as bulrushes, ox-eye daisy, Queen Anns’ lace, golden rod etc.
Additional direction:
An artistic interpretation of roadside beauty.
An informal design inspired by plant material that might be found growing along a roadside or path. Seasonal plant material must predominate.
May incorporate other natural materials found along a roadside (ie branches, wood, stone etc)

Special Award: Best Artistic Design Prize: $30

84.

Country Living

A floral design

85.

Front Porch Welcome

A floral design suitable for a country porch table

86.

Barn Board and Blossoms

A floral design to include barn board (reclaimed, weathered wood) and featuring fresh flowers and plant material

87.

Fields at Sunset

A floral design featuring warm sunset tones

88.

The Old Watering Can

A floral design in a watering can

89.

Country Bakeshop

A floral design to incorporate everyday baking items

90.

A Walk Down a Country Lane

A Wayside design (see definition)

91.

Country Charm

A miniature floral design – maximum dimensions of 12.7cm (5 inches) in height and width

92.

Country Harvest

An arrangement in a basket with flowers, fruit and vegetables

93.

Rustic Elegance

A floral design in a natural container (ie wooden box, pottery, metal with patina) suitable for a dining room table

Domestic Science - Culinary Arts

Class 6 – Domestic Science – Culinary Arts

Coordinators: Sheila Burk (705-835-6489)
Debbie Southorn (705-835-3979)

Note: Entries must be the work of Amateurs. “An Amateur is one who engages in the culinary arts as a pastime hobby and not as a licensed professional. A professional is anyone who makes 25% of their annual income from their craft.”

Home Baking, Canning and Preserves

Terms and Conditions

A. “NEW” Breads, Loaves, Cookies, Cakes, Squares and Muffins must be shown on STURDY plates and in “OVERSIZED” clear bags or clear containers.
B. Pies must be shown in a seasoned pie plate. Note: To “season” an aluminum pie plate, rub a small amount of oil on the pie plate and bake in a 350-degree oven for 15 minutes OR a used aluminum pie plate is considered to be “seasoned.”
C. All baking cups and foil wrap must be removed and cakes removed from pan.
D. Jams and Jelly Classes must be in ½ pint – 250 ml. MASON style sealed preserving jars.
E. Other Classes must be in 1 pint – 500 ml. MASON style sealed preserving jars.
F. Jams, Jellies, Pickles and Canned Produce to be properly SEALED WITH CLEAN, NEW, 2 PIECE, METAL SEALING LIDS or they will be disqualified.
G. No paraffin wax, no commercial mixes, no dyes or food colouring allowed.
H. IN EACH CLASS DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL FRUIT, NUTS, CHIPS, ETC. UNLESS SPECIFIED.
I. PLEASE SPECIFY KIND OF JAM, JELLY, PICKLES, ETC. IF NOT NAMED.
J. Complete Entry Tags with class number, section number and article name… i.e. Class 6, Section 4, Article – Pickled Garlic or Class 6, Section 46, Article – Canned Pears.
Please print name and exhibitor number legibly. Note – Return mailing labels work well. Attach tags with elastic or long tie wraps. (Staples can cause cuts)
K. Exhibitor may enter only one (1) entry per class.
L. Cannabis entries WILL NOT be accepted.
M. If you are unable to pick up your entries, please arrange for someone to pick them up on your behalf.
N. The Coldwater & District Agricultural Society will not be responsible for exhibits not picked up by 5:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.
O. Items will be judged in accordance to the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS), Agricultural & Horticultural Judging Standards and the Homecraft Judging Standards books.

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Sections:

1.	Ginger Snaps (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt
2.	Corn Bread (Use a no yeast recipe) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt
3.	White Yeast Bread Sponsor: Matthew and Amanda Murray
4.	Pickled Garlic – (Any size of jar) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk – Fair Board Past President
5.	Molasses Cookies (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jim O’Connor
6.	Tea Biscuits – Plain (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Margaret-Anne Murray – in memory of her Mother – Joanne Doyle
7.	OPEN CLASS – Tarts (5) – Any flavor not listed in this Class (Specify Kind) ** Note: 1st Prize entry will go to this Sponsor Sponsor: Jim O’Connor
8.	Bran Muffins (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Carol McIsaac – Rocking Chair Ranch
9.	Morning Glory Muffins (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Marie Godbout
10.	Zucchini Muffins (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) Sponsor: Bozcos Pizza Coldwater
11.	Banana Muffins (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: The Clothes Closet
12.	OPEN CLASS – Muffins – Any flavour not listed in this Class (5) – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Dave & Donna Athron
13.	Your Favourite Apple Dessert ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Meredith’s Bartending
14.	Zucchini Loaf (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) (Any Size Loaf) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Debbie Southorn
15.	Pumpkin Loaf (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) (Any Size Loaf) Sponsor: Eady-Grenard W.I.
16.	Tomato Soup Cake – With an Icing of Butter Cream or Brown Sugar Drizzle (Any Size) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) Sponsor: Eady-Grenard W.I.
17.	Rice Krispie Treats (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Reid & Riley Fulcher
18.	Lemon Loaf (Any size Loaf) **Note: 1st prize will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elsie Walker
19.	Chocolate Chip Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) Sponsor: Hewitt’s Farm Market
20.	Peanut Butter Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Judith Cox
21.	Oatmeal Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Nancy Howchin
22.	Shortbread Cookies (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Dave & Donna Athron
23.	Sugar Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc.) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Vivien Dickinson
24.	OPEN CLASS Cookies – (5) Any Flavour not listed in this Class – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jean Jolie
25.	Date Squares (5 Pieces) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Debbie Southorn
26.	Brownies (5 pieces) (No nuts and no icing) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Donna and Mike McCague
27.	Baked Squares – (5) – Exhibitor’s Choice – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bailey Contracting And Custom Woodworking
28.	No-Bake Squares (5) – Exhibitor’s Choice – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jean Jolie
29.	Homemade Fudge (5 pieces) – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jim O’Connor
30.	Gluten Free Dessert – (Specify kind & please supply recipe) Sponsor: Tim Pollock
31.	Apple Sauce – Plain ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jean Jolie
32.	Canned Peaches ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this Sponsor Sponsor: Laraine Smith
33.	Coffee Cake – Any Kind – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Meredith’s Bartending
34.	9 Day Pickles Sponsor: Coldwater Lions Club
35.	"NEW" Saltine Cracker Candy/Toffee aka Christmas Crack (at least 6 pieces) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Mike Plue
36.	Apple Pie – Spices and Double Crust (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Tracey and Daughters In Memory of Bill Devine
37.	"NEW" Chocolate Haystack Cookies aka Macaroons (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this Sponsor Sponsor: Laraine Smith
38.	"NEW" Sour Dough Bread (Any Size Loaf) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this Sponsor Sponsor: Patricia Doughty
39.	Blend of Strawberry and OTHER FRUIT Jam – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk – Fair Board Past President
40.	"NEW" Any Baked Item Using the Discard from Sour Dough Bread (Please Supply Your Recipe) Sponsor: Hewitt’s Farm Market
41.	Rhubarb Pie – Double Crust (9" Pie) Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor. Sponsor: Barry Silk
42.	OPEN CLASS – (9" Pie) – Any Flavour Not Listed in this Class – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Carol McIsaac – Rocking Chair Ranch
43.	SPECIAL – PLAIN Butter Tarts – (6) Full size, no mini’s Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Note: 1st prize winner will compete against all District 5 Butter Tart Winners – Open to All Ages Sponsor: Meredith’s Bartending
44.	Cheesecake Squares/Bars (2"x2" each square) (Any flavour), (4) (Specify kind) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jim O’Connor
45.	Carrot Cake – Iced (Any size) Sponsor: Kari Smith – Elite Party Rentals
46.	Canned Pears ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt
47.	Strawberry Jam — (Cooked) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Judith Cox
48.	Raspberry Jam – (Cooked) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Richard Maltby
49.	Peach Jam – (Cooked) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Laraine Smith
50.	OPEN CLASS – Any Other Cooked Jam – Not Listed in this Class (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Margaret-Anne Murray
51.	Marmalade – Any Flavour (Specify kind) Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $4 ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Chris Fisher – In memory of her sister Connie Mallon
52.	Corn Relish ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Marion Potter
53.	Pepper Jelly (Specify Mild, Medium or Hot) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk – Fair Board Past President
54.	Grape Jelly ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk – Fair Board Past President
55.	Bread and Butter Pickles ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jim O’Connor
56.	Green Cucumber Relish ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Sheila Burk – In memory of my mom Muriel Jacobs
57.	Mustard Pickles ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt
58.	Green or Yellow Hot Dog Relish Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor. Sponsor: Adah Silk
59.	Zucchini Relish ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elaine Walker
60.	Canned Tomatoes Sponsor: David and Charlotte Doyle – Crystal Waters Farm
61.	OPEN CLASS – Any Other RELISH – Not Listed in this Class (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Debbie Southorn
62.	Pickled Beets ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elaine Walker
63.	Dill Pickles – With Garlic (Any size jar) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Debbie Southorn

“TIPS” – Please be advised that SNAP-ON LIDS purchased from online marketplaces or discount retailers may not meet our required standards for fit and quality. To ensure proper performance, safety and to prevent the possibility of your item/items being disqualified, we recommend purchasing lids directly from approved suppliers.

64.	OPEN CLASS – Any other PICKLE – Not Listed in this Class (Specify kind) (Any size of Jar) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Patricia Doughty
65.	Pickled Eggs (Minimum 6) – (Any size jar) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Tracey and Daughters In Memory of Bill Devine
66.	Chili Sauce (Specify mild, medium or hot) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Sheila Burk – Domestic Science Coordinator
67.	Spaghetti Sauce – MEATLESS ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Richard Maltby
68.	Salsa Sauce – (Specify mild, medium or hot) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Laraine Smith – In Memory of Her Friend Laurie Gratrix
69.	OPEN CLASS – Any Other JELLY – Not listed in this Class – (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Susan Plue
70.	Mustard Beans ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk – Fair Board Past President
71.	Butter Tarts with Raisins Only (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jennifer Barker
72.	Strawberry Rhubarb Pie (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Carey Moran Pure Country 106 Morning Show
73.	"NEW" Cinnamon Buns – With or Without Icing (4) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jason McCoy Pure Country 106 Morning Show
74.	Chow Chow Pickles ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elsie Walker
75.	Fruit Chili Sauce ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Susan Plue

Fibre Arts

Class 9 & 10 – Fibre Arts

Coordinator: Victoria Booth (705-323-5429)

Note: Entries must be the work of Amateurs. “An Amateur is one who engages in fibre arts as a pastime hobby and not as a licensed professional. A professional is anyone who makes 25% of their annual income from their craft.”

Please Note: All items should not have been previously exhibited or entered into the Coldwater Fall Fair

Read all the additional Rules & Regulations for indoor exhibits. Obtain an exhibitor number by phoning 705-828-4446 or 705-717-5348
Check that each of your items is listed and readable on all three copies of your Entry Form. Entry Tags may be picked up before the fair at the places mentioned in the General Rules & Regulations so that tags can be put on your exhibits before bringing them to the arena. Keep each of these tags attached on the exhibit until it is home safely.
All exhibits in completion in these classes MUST BE THE WORK OF BE EXHIBITOR. Exhibits must be NEW, clean, dry and odour free. No identifying names are to be visible except on the Entry Tag. If there is a name on the article, please cover with masking tape. NO “choking hazards on baby items” (i.e. No ribbons, no ties, no buttons, no big loops)
Only ONE entry per Exhibitor per section. ONE exhibitor can win only ONE prize in ONE section. Exhibitors may not enter duplicate items.
“Boxed” means displayed in a suitable size box to keep pieces together, with NO LID.
Exhibits must be placed in the proper arena area by the coordinator from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday and remain in place until 4:00 p.m. Sunday.
On Sunday at 3:45 p.m., the Home-craft area will be cleared of spectators. Exhibitors are to line up at the north-west entrance to the ice surface area, with boxes & their pink Exhibitor Sheet. At 4:00 p.m. a volunteer will be available to assist each exhibitor in turn to find and carry exhibits, check and sign his/her Exhibitor’s sheet.

Prizes: 1st – 3 Points – $10, 2nd – 2 Points – $6, 3rd – 1 Point – $4

“A Suprise Gift Bag” will be awarded to the High Points winner in each of the following 3 classes:
9A, 9B, 10A-10D combined.
The gift bags are donated by the Orillia Thrift Store.

Class 9A – Handknitting

Sections:

1.	Afghan – (minimum size 36" x 40")
2.	Socks – Adult
3.	Socks – Child
4.	Baby Blanket – (minimum size 36" x 36")
5.	Three Christmas Tree Ornaments (boxed)
6.	Hat or Toque – Adult
7.	Hat or Toque – Child
8.	Mittens or Fingerless Gloves
9.	Sweater – Adult size
10.	Scarf or Cowl
11.	Shawl – (triangular or semi circle)
12.	Vest – Any size
13.	Slippers (NOT felted)
14.	Cardigan – Adult size
15.	Poncho – Any size
16.	A Stuffed Doll, Toy or Teddy – use safety eyes, No buttons
17.	Baby Outfit – (minimum 2 pieces to fit 12 months or smaller) No ribbons or cords. Buttons well secured are acceptable.
18.	Child’s Sweater or Cardigan – (minimum size 48 months
19.	Show Some Love – knit a minimum of three hearts – (joined together)
20.	An outfit on a store-bought doll, toy or teddy
21.	A Christmas Stocking
22.	Two Identical Dish Cloths
23.	Tea Cozy
24.	An item demonstrating colour work/stranded knitting/fair isle technique
25.	Hat for a newborn or preemie baby – item to be donated to Orillia Hospital after the fair.
26.	Any article depicting the THEME: "Country Life"
27.	ANY OTHER article of HAND KNITTING, write what it is. Those listed above will not be judged in this Section

Class 9B – Crochet

Please Read the Rules and Regulations for Homecraft Prizes

Sections:

1.	Afghan – (minimum size 36" x 40")
2.	Baby Afghan (minimum size 36" X 36")
3.	Christmas stocking with hanging loop
4.	Crochet two identical dish cloths
5.	Mittens OR Fingerless gloves
6.	Slippers – Adult size
7.	Sweater – Adult size
8.	Slippers – Child size
9.	Baby Outfit (minimum 2 pieces to fit 12 months or smaller) No ribbons or ties. Buttons well secured are acceptable
10.	Tea Cozy
11.	Poncho – any size
12.	Cowl
13.	Hat or toque – Adult
14.	Hat or Toque – Child
15.	Three Christmas Ornaments (boxed)
16.	Market Bag
17.	Homemade Doll, Toy or Teddy – safety eyes acceptable
18.	Any article of crochet THEME: "Country Life"
19.	Crocheted centerpiece for a special occasion
20.	Any item demonstrating Tunisian crochet
21.	Crocheted Amigurumi item – 4 – 8 inches tall
22.	Shawl – triangular or semi circle
23.	Cardigan – Adult size
24.	Christmas Tree Skirt
25.	Two Identical Doilies
26.	Table Cloth – (minimum size 36" x 60" or 70" diameter)
27.	Any item made with Granny Squares
28.	ANY OTHER article of CROCHET, write what it is. Those listed above will not be judged in this section.

10A – Weaving

Sections:

1.	Basket Weaving
2.	Rigid Heddle Weaving – Table Runner, cowl, purse, tote bag, jacket etc.
3.	Floor loom Weaving with any number of shafts – table runner etc.
4.	Inkle/Table Weaving – ANY Item

10B – Spinning

Sections:

1.	Fibre spun on a drop spindle or spinning wheel

10C – Felting

Sections:

1.	Any Felted item

10D – Rug Hooking (Not Latch Hooking)

Sections:

1.	Any item of Traditional Rug Hooking
2.	Non-Traditional item of Rug Hooking
3.	Any item demonstrating Punch Needle techniques

Field Produce

Class 4 – Field Produce

Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)

Field Produce will be OJES rules revised 2019 – Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Sections:

1.	Swede Turnips – 2
2.	Green Hubbard Squash – 2
3.	Pepper Squash – 2
4.	Buttercup Squash – 2
5.	Butternut Squash – 2
6.	Zucchini Squash – 2
7.	Zucchini Squash coloured – 2
8.	Pie Pumpkins – 2 (Ensure you are entering pie pumpkins and not field pumpkins, as these will be disqualified).
9.	Field Pumpkin – 1 (Not over 30 lbs. or will be disqualified)
10.	Oddities – (Not over 30 lbs. or will be disqualified)
11.	Largest sunflower head in diameter. No stem.
12.	Tallest sunflower

Garden Produce

Class 5 – Garden Produce

Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)

Note: Entries must be the work of Amateurs. “An Amateur is one who engages in gardening as a pastime hobby and not as a licensed professional. A professional is anyone who makes 25% of their annual income from their craft.”

All items are to be shown on plywood or medium density board with sides or styrofoam plate, large enough to hold item, unless otherwise stated.
In classes 30 to 34 judging is done on shape, form, fitness, uniformity and freedom from blemish. All dirt must be rinsed off, “do not scrub”.
Garden Produce will be OJES rules revised 2019 – Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards.

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Sections:

1.	Slicing Cucumbers – 6 6 to 10 inches long, dark green smooth skin, small seeds. Skin can be slightly waxy.
2.	Carrots, long and slender (1" stems) – 6
3.	Carrots, short and stubby (1" stems) – 6
4.	Beets for Eating, round (1" stems) – 3
5.	Beets for Eating, cylindrical (1" stems) – 3
6.	Yellow Onions – 6
7.	Red Onions – 6
8.	Green Peppers – 3
9.	Red Peppers – 3
10.	Swiss Chard – 6 leaves
11.	Green Onions – 6
12.	Leaf Lettuce – 6 leaves
13.	Leeks – 3
14.	Cherry Tomatoes – 6 (stems left on)
15.	Grape Tomatoes – 2 clusters, mostly ripe
16.	Yellow Tomatoes – 6
17.	Yellow Beans – 15
18.	Green Beans – 15
19.	Purple Beans – 15
20.	Kohlrabi – 2 specimens – must be shown with 1" stem
21.	Decorator or multi-coloured corn – 3 specimens husk removed
22.	Ornamental Gourds – 3 specimens
23.	Brussels Sprouts – 1 stalk
24.	Cabbage, 2 green
25.	Cabbage, 2 red
26.	Flowering Kale – 1 specimen
27.	Eggplant – 2 specimens
28.	Garlic – 6 heads (2" stems, roots on but trimmed, cleanliness counts)
29.	White Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named)
30.	Red Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named)
31.	Late Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named)
32.	Dutch Sets Onions – 6 specimens
33.	Miscellaneous Garden Class Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 Any vegetable that is not already in a class. Judging of this class will be decided by the judge and the number of entries.
34.	Home Garden Collection Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 Using any collection of vegetables create an interesting display while trying to incorporate the theme “Country Life”, in a 24″ square tray with sides, no less then 6 different types of vegetables.
35.	Largest single potato by weight
36.	Most peculiar looking vegetable. Judges’ opinion

Grain

Class 3 – Grain

Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6

Sections:

1.	White Oats – One half bushel
2.	Barley – One half bushel
3.	Six ears grain corn – Variety named
4.	Baled Hay – 1st cut, 10" slice
5.	Baled Hay – 2nd cut, 10" slice
6.	Haylage (in clear plastic bag)
7.	Corn Sheaf – 6 stalks – Variety and purpose named

Heirloom Vegetables

Class 2 – Heirloom Vegetables

Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)

All items to be shown on plywood or medium density board with sides or Styrofoam plate, large enough to hold item, unless otherwise specified.

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Sections:

1.	Named pear type tomato – 5 specimens – Stem left on
2.	Named tomatoes – 5 specimens – Stem left on
3.	Named variety of carrots – 5 specimen
4.	Named variety of beets- 5 specimen
5.	Any type of heirloom vegetable named (and not already listed) – 5 specimens

Log Sawing & Nail Driving

Class 17 – Log Sawing
Adults Only

Coordinators: Andy Beard (705-327-6719)
Susan Beard (705-715-3367)

Class will follow the Nail Driving Competition

Safety glasses will be provided
Each participant will be required to sign a waiver.

Sections:

Pairs

Class 18 – Nail Driving Contest

Coordinators: Andy Beard (705-327-6719)
Susan Beard (705-715-3367)

Classes begin Sunday at 1:30 p.m. (on the track)
Safety glasses will be provided.
Each participant will be required to sign a waiver.

Sections:

1.	Ages 5 years to 8 years
2.	Ages 9 years to 11 years
3.	Ages 12 years to 13 years
4.	Ladies’ Driving
5.	Men’s Driving
6.	Open Driving
7.	Timed Driving
8.	Upside Down Driving

Photography - Adult Amateur

Class 19 – Photography – Adult Amateur

Coordinator: Debra Tice (705-305-9910)
Sponsors: Laraine Smith and Phyllis Smith

Ages 18+
Also open to all Youth and Junior Exhibitors

Rules:
Entries to be delivered to the Coldwater Community Centre between 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, before the Fair. Judging will begin after arena closes on Thursday. You may use any type of camera.

Colour prints – any size up to 8” x 10”.
All photographs must be mounted on bristol board with a minimum border of 1”. Framed photographs will not be accepted.
The competitor’s name, address and telephone number must be clearly printed on the back of the bristol board.
All colour photographs must have been taken within the last two years by the competitor whereas black and white photos have no year requirement.
“Amateur” means competitor cannot make more than 25% on photograph-related income to be able to enter.
The judges will be chosen from the community and will have great knowledge and artistic ability in the realm of photography.
Competitors are allowed to enter one photo only in each category.
Be sure you mark your entry tag with the class and the category.

There will be a ‘Best in Show Rosette’ for each class – Adult, Youth and Junior. The criteria of judging are as follows:

Technical Quality – Exposure, focusing, depth of field (sharpness)
Subject matter – What appeals to you. Fill the viewfinder
Composition Arrangement – use of elements, line shape, colour, form (do not put subject right in the middle of the shot)
Impact or emotional appeal

The Overall Photography Award Winner selected from the 3 Best in Show will receive the “Cyril Martin Memorial Trophy”

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Sections:

A.	Colour Prints – any size up to 8" x 10"
B.	Portraits: can be formal, posed or statues, animals
C.	Sporting Events: such as rodeo, skiing, motocross
D.	Nature: this means the hand of man cannot be seen in the print Can be scenic, rural settings, birds, butterflies, wildflowers, seascape, animals (not domesticated)
E.	Black and White: any subject
F.	Abstract: to change the appearance of your chosen subject The result has no resemblance to the original subject
G.	Selfie Picture
H.	A Picture of Theme – "Country Life"

Property Decorating

Class 21 – Property Decorating

Celebrate this year’s fair by decorating your field, property, or business to promote the upcoming Coldwater Fall Fair. The Fair dates, September 25, 26, and 27, 2026 and this year’s theme title “Country Life” must be a part of the display.
Photos of each entry will be displayed at the front of the arena throughout Fair weekend.

First place only awarded in each section.

Prize: $125

Sections:

Farm or Country Property

Coordinator: Laurie Gleadall (705-794-4668)

You are invited to decorate your farm or country property to promote the Fall Fair by using bales of hay, hay wagon, banner, etc. The Fair dates and theme title “Country Life” must be clearly visible as part of your display. Please register with the coordinator and have your display ready for viewing by September 15th. The coordinator will visit your property and take a photograph of your display to be judged by a committee.

In-Town Property

Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)

You are invited to decorate your in-town property to promote the Fall Fair. The Fair dates and theme title “Country Life” must be clearly visible as part of your display. Please register with the coordinator and have your display ready for viewing by September 15th. The coordinator will visit your property and take a photograph of your display to be judged by a committee.

Downtown Business

Coordinator: Jody McBeath (905-630-9441)

You are invited to decorate your downtown business to promote the Fall Fair. The Fair dates and theme title “Country Life” must be clearly visible as part of your display. Please register with the coordinator and have your display ready for viewing by September 15th. The coordinator will visit your business and take a photograph of your display to be judged by a committee.

Quilts

Class 8 – Quilts

Coordinators: Lynne Boyd (705-305-0298)
Barbara Gill (705-739-3326)

Note: Entries must be the work of Amateurs. “An Amateur is one who engages in quilting as a pastime hobby and not as a licensed professional. A professional is anyone who makes 25% of their annual income from their craft.”

OAAS Hand Quilt Competition and Machine Quilt Competition
A complete set of Eligibility, Rules and Regulations can be found on the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies Website: ontarioagsocieties.com/district-and-provincial-competition-rules

Rules:

Please include fabric and batting swatches for all entries.
If your quilt is in a class that is eligible for the OAAS Competition, please indicate your interest by writing on the back of the entry tag “OAAS – Yes”.
Indicate if you would like your quilt to be labeled “For Sale”.
All entries must be clean and odour free and completed within the past two years.

When entering, consider honouring our theme, “Country Life”

Best in Show wins an extra $10 in memory of Evelyn Silk donated by her family.

Prizes: 1st $20, 2nd $15, 3rd $10

Section 1 to 4 – Hand Quilting

Quilt must be hand-quilted. Must be minimum perimeter of 280” – entirely made and quilted by the exhibitor.

Sections:

1.	Quilt, pieced and appliqued, hand-quilted
2.	Quilt, pieced, hand-quilted
3.	Quilt, hand-quilted, any single or combined technique including plain or preprinted top Note: An Overall winner, as perceived by the Judge, will be selected from the 1st place winners in Sections 1, 2 and 3 and will be eligible to compete at the OAAS District 5 Competition. For rules visit: https://ontarioagsocieties.com/district-and-provincial-competition-rules/
4.	Quilt, hand-quilted, any technique, lap size or larger

Sections 5 to 10 – Machine Quilting

Sections:

5.	Quilt, pieced and machined quilted. Must be minimum perimeter of 280" – entirely made and quilted by exhibitor Note: 1st place winner is eligible to compete at the OAAS District 5 Competition For rules visit: ontarioagsocieties.com/district-and-provincial-competition-rules
6.	Quilt, pieced, pieced by exhibitor and may be quilted by another person, lap size or larger Include the name of the person who did the quilting
7.	Quilt, open class, any technique, machine or long arm quilting, lap size or larger
8.	Quilt as you go method, lap size or larger
9.	Quilt top, pieced, ready to be quilted (top only), lap size or larger
10.	Quilt, completed at Thimbles and Things class in Orillia, include the name of the quilt, class taken and instructor. Gift Certificate of $25 from Thimbles and Things for first place.

Sections 11-12 Baby Quilts

Approximate perimeter 160”

Gift Certificate for 1st place quilts from Thimbles and Things

11.

Baby’s Crib quilt, any technique, hand quilted

Gift Certificate for 1st place quilts from Thimbles and Things

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

12.

Baby’s Crib quilt, any technique, machine quilted

Gift Certificate for 1st place quilt from Thimbles and Things

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

Section 13 Wall Hanging

13.	Wall Hanging – Hand or Machine quilted, any technique exceeding 100" in perimeter Must have sleeve or loops for hanging Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

Rural Products

Class 1 – Rural Products

Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)

Note: Entries must be the work of Amateurs. “An Amateur is one who engages in rural products as a pastime hobby and not as a licensed professional. A professional is anyone who makes 25% of their annual income from their craft.”

Honey Information:

1. Exhibitors must be registered beekeepers and the exhibits must be pure honey from floral sources in the apiaries.
2. Honey in sections 6-10 must be in 375ml unmarked glass jars/bottles only.

Maple Syrup Information:

1. Entries must be displayed (1) 250ml Kent bottle per section.
2. Score Card: Flavour 40%, Density 30%, Colour 20%, Clarity 10%

All Rural Products follow the guidelines from the OAAS – Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies.

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Sections:

1.	Hen Eggs – half dozen white in a carton, clearly show name of the breed
2.	Hen Eggs – half dozen brown in a carton, clearly show name of the breed.
3.	Largest Hen Egg displayed in a cup
4.	Smallest Fowl egg displayed in a cup
5.	Display 6 eggs from any other fowl, ie. Bantams, guineas, ducks. Clearly named
6.	Liquid Honey – White Note: 1st place winner is eligible to compete at the OAAS District 5 Competition For rules visit: ontarioagsocieties.com/district-and-provincial-competition-rules
7.	Liquid Honey – Golden
8.	Liquid Honey – Amber
9.	Liquid Honey – Dark
10.	Creamed Honey
11.	Honey in a comb. (one section in a window front container), approx. 4×4
12.	Maple Syrup – Golden
13.	Maple Syrup – Amber Note: 1st place winner is eligible to compete at the OAAS District 5 Competition For rules visit: ontarioagsocieties.com/district-and-provincial-competition-rules
14.	Maple Syrup – Dark
15.	Maple Syrup – Very Dark
16.	Maple Butter
17.	Maple Syrup Candy

Sewing and Crafts

Class 11 – Sewing and Crafts

Coordinator: Victoria Booth (705-323-5429)

Note: Entries must be the work of Amateurs. “An Amateur is one who engages in sewing and crafts as a pastime hobby and not as a licensed professional. A professional is anyone who makes 25% of their annual income from their craft.”
All entries must be the work of the exhibitor with only one entry per section.
All entries must be clean and odour free and completed within the last year.

Prizes: 1st – 3 Points – $10; 2nd – 2 Points – $6; 3rd – 1 Point – $4

“A Suprise Gift Bag” will be awarded to the High Points winner in each of classes 11A and 11B
The gift bags are donated by the Orillia Thrift Store.

11A – Sewing

Sections:

1.	Decorative pillow, not knitted or crocheted
2.	Nightgown or Pyjamas – Adult size
3.	Adult shirt, blouse or top
4.	Sweatshirt or hoodie, made using stretch fabric, any size
5.	Apron with a pocket
6.	Reusable shopping bag
7.	Swimwear, one piece, bikini or trunks with a swim shirt – any size
8.	Child’s dress – Not smocked
9.	Child’s Outfit – at least two pieces
10.	Costume for child or adult
11.	Any article with smocking
12.	Child’s bib (no ties or buttons)
13.	Jacket, any size
14.	Adult Dress
15.	Purse, tote or bag with zipper and other hardware
16.	Stuffed toy, not knitted or crocheted – safety eyes, NO buttons
17.	Matching outfits, parent/child, siblings, couples, human/pet
18.	Vest, cape or wrap, any size, Not knitted of crocheted
19.	Pillowcase (one bed size)
20.	A Christmas tree skirt
21.	Pants or leggings with elastic waist, any size
22.	Recyclers inspiration, sew something new from something old. Attach a note describing the used item.
23.	Child’s nightgown or pyjamas or sleep sack
24.	Bed jacket, dressing gown or robe, any size
25.	Hat, any size, not knitted or crocheted
26.	Four matching placemats
27.	Wall hanging, machine or hand quilted with a perimeter of 100 inches, with hanging attachment on the back.
28.	Table runner, machine or hand quilted
29.	Miniature quilt, hand or machined quilted, quilt max perimeter 48 inches.
30.	One article of sewing that is not listed above

11B – Crafts

Sections:

1.	Macrame, wall hanging or plant holder
2.	A wooden outdoor article, not to exceed 18 inches in any direction
3.	Barn board wooden sign with words
4.	A wooden charcuterie board
5.	Wind chimes made from recycled materials
6.	A Wooden Spoon
7.	Item of cross stitching or needlepoint, back of work must be visible
8.	Christmas stocking, not knitted or crocheted.
9.	Handcrafted jewellery, material of your choice
10.	Hand embroidered article
11.	As seen on Pinterest, must include a printed copy of the Pinterest pin
12.	Stone Art, maximum 12 inches in any direction
13.	Three handcrafted "Halloween and/or Harvest Festival" cards, not computer generated. Displayed in plastic covering, envelopes not necessary.
14.	An article made of paper, Not a card or scrapbook layout.
15.	Any item made using a Cricut or similar machine, not to exceed 15 inches in any direction.
16.	Scrapbooking layouts, two 12 X12 inch pages in page protectors joined together depicting the fair’s theme "Country Life"
17.	Wooden folk art piece, not to exceed 36 inches in any direction
18.	Decoration for a front door, reflecting the fall season, not exceeding 15 inches in any direction
19.	Wood carving, not to exceed 36 inches in any directions
20.	Article demonstrating wool applique
21.	A wooden piece made using a scroll saw, not to exceed 36 inches in any direction.
22.	An article of pottery
23.	One pin cushion
24.	The World needs Love – make some hearts, minimum of three, joined together, Not knitted.
25.	Any handcrafted item not listed above

Women's Institute

Class 12 – Women’s Institute

This class is for Women’s Institute members only

Coordinator: Erika Bienert (705-835-2367)

THEME: “FARM TO TABLE”
– Four foot width allowed for each display.
– All judged items to be homemade, no kits.
– Props may be added to display.
– Baked goods should be in plastic bags.

Rules: Judging System:
1. Baked goods, preserves, jams and jellies: APPEARANCE, TEXTURE and TASTE.
2. Crafts, sewing and painting: MATERIAL, CONTENT, QUALITY of WORKMANSHIP, ORIGINALITY, APPEARANCE, OVERALL DISPLAY.

Winning display receives ribbon only

Sections:

1.	Display

Other Competitions

Class 20 – Antiques

Class 15 – Antique Machinery Show

Class 16 – ANTIQUE & STOCK TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL

Saturday at 5:00 p.m.
“OTTPA SANCTIONED PULL”

Registration and Weigh In: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There will be no registration after 4:30 p.m.

Class 14 – Art – Adult

Class 13 – Cut Flowers, Potted Plants, Artistic Design

Cut Flowers

Class 6 – Domestic Science – Culinary Arts

Class 9 & 10 – Fibre Arts

Class 9A – Handknitting

Class 9B – Crochet

10A – Weaving

10B – Spinning

10C – Felting

10D – Rug Hooking (Not Latch Hooking)

Class 4 – Field Produce

Class 5 – Garden Produce

Class 3 – Grain

Class 2 – Heirloom Vegetables

Class 17 – Log Sawing
Adults Only

Class 18 – Nail Driving Contest

Class 19 – Photography – Adult Amateur

Class 21 – Property Decorating

Class 8 – Quilts

Class 1 – Rural Products

Class 11 – Sewing and Crafts

11A – Sewing

11B – Crafts

Class 12 – Women’s Institute

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Other Competitions

Class 20 – Antiques

Class 15 – Antique Machinery Show

Class 16 – ANTIQUE & STOCK TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL

Saturday at 5:00 p.m.“OTTPA SANCTIONED PULL”

Registration and Weigh In: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.There will be no registration after 4:30 p.m.

Class 14 – Art – Adult

Class 13 – Cut Flowers, Potted Plants, Artistic Design

Cut Flowers

Class 6 – Domestic Science – Culinary Arts

Class 9 & 10 – Fibre Arts

Class 9A – Handknitting

Class 9B – Crochet

10A – Weaving

10B – Spinning

10C – Felting

10D – Rug Hooking (Not Latch Hooking)

Class 4 – Field Produce

Class 5 – Garden Produce

Class 3 – Grain

Class 2 – Heirloom Vegetables

Class 17 – Log Sawing Adults Only

Class 18 – Nail Driving Contest

Class 19 – Photography – Adult Amateur

Class 21 – Property Decorating

Class 8 – Quilts

Class 1 – Rural Products

Class 11 – Sewing and Crafts

11A – Sewing

11B – Crafts

Class 12 – Women’s Institute

Saturday at 5:00 p.m.
“OTTPA SANCTIONED PULL”

Registration and Weigh In: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There will be no registration after 4:30 p.m.

Class 17 – Log Sawing
Adults Only