Hartford Fair Market Goat tagging will take place on Saturday, May 15th from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Goat Barn on the Hartford Fairgrounds. The fee is $2.00 per animal. Each exhibitor may tag up to 6 animals. Scrapies tags are required for identification.
IF YOU ARE AN EXHIBITOR OF ONE OF THE PROJECTS BELOW AND YOU HAVE NOT SIGNED UP FOR A QUALITY ASSURANCE TRAINING, PLEASE DO SO RIGHT AWAY!
Licking County 4-H / FFA Livestock Project Members…
(beef | dairy | dairy feeder | goat | poultry | rabbit | sheep | swine)
BACKGROUND: All members in the above-listed projects are required to complete a Livestock Quality Assurance (QA) training on an annual basis in order to exhibit in Junior Fair programs such as the Hartford Fair and Ohio State Fair. You will find details below allowing you to complete the QA requirement for 2021. As a reminder, this requirement pertains to all livestock project members, as well as at least one Club Advisor from each club containing a member enrolled in livestock projects.
As you plan to complete your QA requirement in 2021, you’ve got TWO primary options!
LICKING COUNTY ONLINE TRAINING REGISTRATION…
To sign-up for one of the online trainings offered in Licking County, simply go to https://go.osu.edu/QASignUp2021, and complete the registration form, at which time you’ll choose your preferred session. Please notice that all sessions are species-specific, and all but two sessions are offered in the evening. Make your selection carefully… Sessions will fill to a capacity of 50 families on a first-come, first-served basis. You’ll receive an email confirmation right away (within 1-2 minutes), then the zoom link and handouts will come approximately 24 hours in advance of your training. If you DON’T RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, reach out to Lisa (mccutcheon.46@osu.edu) right away – either your email address is blocking our emails OR you typed your email address incorrectly. You can view complete information pertaining to Quality Assurance requirements for 2021, as well as the complete list of dates, online at https://licking.osu.edu/sites/licking/files/imce/Program_Pages/4H/QualityAssurance/2021%20Hartford%20Fair%20QA%20Guidelines.pdf.
YQCA ONLINE TRAINING….
Online training is available through the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) web-based program. The program is typically offered at a cost of $12 per youth member. You can find additional details online at https://yqca.org. You must first purchase a Coupon Code (registration fee) to complete the training. You’ll find those instructions behind the “Buy Coupon” tab, at the bottom of the page, in a downloadable form. You can submit the order form by email or mail – but don’t wait until the last minute to choose this option, as the payment process takes a little time. Once you have the Coupon Code, you can log in to the YQCA system, and complete the appropriate training modules. All 4-H members will use their 4honline username and password to login, while those who are FFA members will login through s separate link on the same login page. Upon completion of certification, you need to email mccutcheon.46@osu.edu to notify Lisa that you have completed the training (We would also suggest notifying your 4-H / FFA Advisor). We will them remove you from the list of those who still need to complete QA training for the 2021 project / fair year. This online certification is a great option for many of you who wish to go ahead and get your training out of the way early. (Note: YQCA is not intended for use by adult 4-H / FFA advisors).
TEST OUT…
If you tested out in 2021 as a age 15-18 member, we have record of your test and you will automatically receive credit for this year.
EXTERNAL TRAINING…
If you attended a training outside of Licking County, we’d encourage you to pass along proof of attendance to mccutcheon.46@osu.edu, to ensure that you receive credit. Most training hosts will share attendance records, but there’s always a chance that they do not. By you sharing your proof of attendance, it ensures that you receive the appropriate credit.
There are several royalty applications that are due by May 1st. If you are interested in applying for a royalty position, please review the guidelines of the application to ensure you qualify and where to send the completed application.
Licking County Dairy Princess Contest – Applications due by Saturday, May 1, 2021. Mail application to: Leanne Rex, 959 Newark Granville Road, Granville, OH 43023
Licking County Dairy Feeder Princess Application – Applications due by Saturday, May 1, 2021. Mail application to: Leanne Rex, 959 Newark Granville Road, Granville, OH 43023.
Licking County Family & Consumer Sciences Queen/Princess Contest Application – Applications due by May 1, 2021. All entries should be submitted to: OSU Extension – Licking County Office, 771 E. Main Street, Suite 103, Newark, OH 43055.
Licking County Goat King & Queen Contest Application – Entries due no later than Saturday, May 1, 2021. Mail entries to Lori Lee, 18355 Utica Road, Utica, OH 43080.
Licking County 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador – Application Entry Deadline: May 1, 2021 – Mail completed entry to: LCSS Ambassador, c/o Jennifer Imbody, 12893 Rocky Fork Road, St. Louisville, OH 43071.
The Goats R Us 4 H Club will offer FREE goat project workshops on both Thursday, June 10 and Thursday, July 15 (rain or shine) for any youth exhibitor planning to participate in the Hartford Fair Both clinics will be held from 6 :00 9 :00 p.m. in the Baird Arena (Sheep on the Hartford Fairgrounds. Members are encouraged to attend both sessions, and are welcome to bring their Meat Goats, Dairy Goats and Pygmy Goats (with collar and to the workshops but it is not required in order to participate Animals will be available to those unable to bring their own.
Workshop topics will include hands on instruction in showmanship, general care, feeding, Scrapies identification requirements, grooming, hoof trimming and working with Pack Goats.
For additional information, contact Laney McLaughlin | 740.927.4790 | Goats R Us 4 H Club Advisor
Licking County 4-H / FFA Livestock Project Members…
(beef | dairy | dairy feeder | goat | poultry | rabbit | sheep | swine)
BACKGROUND: All members in the above-listed projects are required to complete a Livestock Quality Assurance (QA) training on an annual basis in order to exhibit in Junior Fair programs such as the Hartford Fair and Ohio State Fair. You will find details below allowing you to complete the QA requirement for 2021. As a reminder, this requirement pertains to all livestock project members, as well as at least one Club Advisor from each club containing a member enrolled in livestock projects.
As you plan to complete your QA requirement in 2021, you’ve got TWO primary options!
LICKING COUNTY ONLINE TRAINING REGISTRATION…
To sign-up for one of the online trainings offered in Licking County, simply go to https://go.osu.edu/QASignUp2021, and complete the registration form, at which time you’ll choose your preferred session. Please notice that all sessions are species-specific, and all but two sessions are offered in the evening. Make your selection carefully… Sessions will fill to a capacity of 50 families on a first-come, first-served basis. You’ll receive an email confirmation right away (within 1-2 minutes), then the zoom link and handouts will come approximately 24 hours in advance of your training. If you DON’T RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, reach out to Lisa (mccutcheon.46@osu.edu) right away – either your email address is blocking our emails OR you typed your email address incorrectly. You can view complete information pertaining to Quality Assurance requirements for 2021, as well as the complete list of dates, online at https://licking.osu.edu/sites/licking/files/imce/Program_Pages/4H/QualityAssurance/2021%20Hartford%20Fair%20QA%20Guidelines.pdf.
YQCA ONLINE TRAINING….
Online training is available through the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) web-based program. The program is typically offered at a cost of $12 per youth member. You can find additional details online at https://yqca.org. You must first purchase a Coupon Code (registration fee) to complete the training. You’ll find those instructions behind the “Buy Coupon” tab, at the bottom of the page, in a downloadable form. You can submit the order form by email or mail – but don’t wait until the last minute to choose this option, as the payment process takes a little time. Once you have the Coupon Code, you can log in to the YQCA system, and complete the appropriate training modules. All 4-H members will use their 4honline username and password to login, while those who are FFA members will login through s separate link on the same login page. Upon completion of certification, you need to email mccutcheon.46@osu.edu to notify Lisa that you have completed the training (We would also suggest notifying your 4-H / FFA Advisor). We will them remove you from the list of those who still need to complete QA training for the 2021 project / fair year. This online certification is a great option for many of you who wish to go ahead and get your training out of the way early. (Note: YQCA is not intended for use by adult 4-H / FFA advisors).
TEST OUT…
If you tested out in 2021 as a age 15-18 member, we have record of your test and you will automatically receive credit for this year.
EXTERNAL TRAINING…
If you attended a training outside of Licking County, we’d encourage you to pass along proof of attendance to mccutcheon.46@osu.edu, to ensure that you receive credit. Most training hosts will share attendance records, but there’s always a chance that they do not. By you sharing your proof of attendance, it ensures that you receive the appropriate credit.
A Knox County 4-H Volunteer has organized a series of pack goat gatherings and welcomes 4-Hers from all counties to join in on the fun! The gatherings will be held one Sunday a month at the new 4-H building and Natural Resources Area at the Knox County Fairgrounds in Mount Vernon. Details can be found below.
Licking County 4-H / FFA Livestock Project Members…
(beef | dairy | dairy feeder | goat | poultry | rabbit | sheep | swine)
BACKGROUND: All members in the above-listed projects are required to complete a Livestock Quality Assurance (QA) training on an annual basis in order to exhibit in Junior Fair programs such as the Hartford Fair and Ohio State Fair. You will find details below allowing you to complete the QA requirement for 2021. As a reminder, this requirement pertains to all livestock project members, as well as at least one Club Advisor from each club containing a member enrolled in livestock projects.
As you plan to complete your QA requirement in 2021, you’ve got TWO primary options!
LICKING COUNTY ONLINE TRAINING REGISTRATION…
To sign-up for one of the online trainings offered in Licking County, simply go to https://go.osu.edu/QASignUp2021, and complete the registration form, at which time you’ll choose your preferred session. Please notice that all sessions are species-specific, and all but two sessions are offered in the evening. Make your selection carefully… Sessions will fill to a capacity of 50 families on a first-come, first-served basis. You’ll receive an email confirmation right away (within 1-2 minutes), then the zoom link and handouts will come approximately 24 hours in advance of your training. If you DON’T RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, reach out to Lisa (mccutcheon.46@osu.edu) right away – either your email address is blocking our emails OR you typed your email address incorrectly. You can view complete information pertaining to Quality Assurance requirements for 2021, as well as the complete list of dates, online at https://licking.osu.edu/sites/licking/files/imce/Program_Pages/4H/QualityAssurance/2021%20Hartford%20Fair%20QA%20Guidelines.pdf.
YQCA ONLINE TRAINING….
Online training is available through the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) web-based program. The program is typically offered at a cost of $12 per youth member. You can find additional details online at https://yqca.org. You must first purchase a Coupon Code (registration fee) to complete the training. You’ll find those instructions behind the “Buy Coupon” tab, at the bottom of the page, in a downloadable form. You can submit the order form by email or mail – but don’t wait until the last minute to choose this option, as the payment process takes a little time. Once you have the Coupon Code, you can log in to the YQCA system, and complete the appropriate training modules. All 4-H members will use their 4honline username and password to login, while those who are FFA members will login through s separate link on the same login page. Upon completion of certification, you need to email mccutcheon.46@osu.edu to notify Lisa that you have completed the training (We would also suggest notifying your 4-H / FFA Advisor). We will them remove you from the list of those who still need to complete QA training for the 2021 project / fair year. This online certification is a great option for many of you who wish to go ahead and get your training out of the way early. (Note: YQCA is not intended for use by adult 4-H / FFA advisors).
TEST OUT…
If you tested out in 2021 as a age 15-18 member, we have record of your test and you will automatically receive credit for this year.
EXTERNAL TRAINING…
If you attended a training outside of Licking County, we’d encourage you to pass along proof of attendance to mccutcheon.46@osu.edu, to ensure that you receive credit. Most training hosts will share attendance records, but there’s always a chance that they do not. By you sharing your proof of attendance, it ensures that you receive the appropriate credit.
The 2021 Hartford Fair Livestock Sales Brochure is now available. This document has important information on the Hartford Fair Livestock sales. This document is great to include with your buyer letters so buyers understand the livestock sale and have the correct dates and times.
The schedule for the 2021 Hartford Fair 4-H & FFA Project Skillathons is available.
The application for Goat Royalty is now available and can be found here. Applications are due by Saturday, May 1, 2021 and should be mailed to: Lori Lee, 18355 Utica Rd., Utica, OH 43080.
The 2021 Hartford Junior Fair Livestock/Animal Requirements Summary is now available. This document has all of the dates and requirements for all species that show at the Hartford Fair. Please review it to ensure you are up-to-date on any species your youth plan to show in 2021.