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4H
CLASS 14A – 4H COMMERCIAL FEATURES
COMMITTEE
Herman Akkermans 613-764-5545
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. 4-H trophy – to be awarded to the 4-H exhibitor earning the most points in the 4-H commercial features division.
2. Most points overall – $10 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
3. Second most points overall – $5 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b) Exhibitor must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario.
c) Entries can be made online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair until Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
d) Exhibitors will use their 4-H number as their membership number.
e) One entry per exhibitor in any section.
f) Entry tags can be obtained from the Fair Board office at 613-445-1742 or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
g) For corn and bean sections, specify name on entry tag.
h) Exhibits must be placed at the South Door of Curling Club and forms in the hands of the committee on Thursday, August 13 before 12:00 noon. Exhibits can also be dropped off Wednesday, August 12 from 7:00-9:00 pm.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $9, 3rd: $8, 4th: $7, 5th: $6, 6th: $5, 7th: $4, 8th: $3, 9th: $2, 10th: $1
Classes:
1. | Corn; grain corn, 6 ears, current year |
2. | Corn, 6 stalks |
3. | Hay, one cured flake exhibited in a clear plastic bag. |
4. | Corn cob with most kernels |
5. | Wheat or Barley, Sheet of Wheat or Barley current year |
6. | Soybeans, 10 stalks |
7. | Soybean plant with the most pods |
8. | Haylage |
9. | Corn Silage |
CLASS 14B 4-H Culinary Arts
COMMITTEE – Eileen Blenkarn 613-445-2601
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points overall – $10 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. Second most points overall – $5 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
- Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
- All Exhibits must be tagged and numbered before being dropped off at the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm and/or Thursday, August 13 between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
- Baked products are to be displayed on a small disposable plate and inserted into a zip top plastic bag.
- Recipe to be included on a small recipe card attached to all baked products.
- All other rules as stated in the adult division of the Culinary Arts class apply.
- The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 16. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3
Classes:
1. | Slice of Apple Pie |
2. | Chocolate Chips Cookies, 5 on a paper plate |
3. | Chocolate Chip Muffins, 3 on a paper plate |
4. | Brownie Cookies, 5 on a paper plate |
CLASS 14C 4-H Handcrafts
COMMITTEE – Eileen Blenkarn 613-445-2601
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points overall – $10 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. Second most points overall – $5 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2025 (midnight).
- Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
- All Exhibits must be tagged and numbered before being dropped off at the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm and/or Thursday, August 13 between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
- All other rules as stated in the adult division of the Handcraft class apply.
- The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 16. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3
Classes:
1. | Wire Art 4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026) |
2. | Bird house made from scratch 4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026) |
3. | Painted Quilt Block made at a 4H meeting 4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026) |
4. | Sewn Pillowcase 4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026) |
5. | Crochet item 4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026) |
6. | Wire Art 4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026) |
7. | Bird house made from scratch 4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026) |
8. | Painted Quilt Block made at a 4H meeting 4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026) |
9. | Sewn Pillowcase 4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026) |
10. | Crochet item 4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026) |
CLASS 14D – 4H Posters
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
- Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
- All Exhibits must be tagged and numbered before being dropped off at the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm and/or Thursday, August 13 between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
- The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 16. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
All poster size 22” x 28” (55.88 cm x 71.12 cm). 4-H posters should not contain more than 10 photos. The 4-H member’s name, age as of Jan 1, 2026, Club name and County are to be written on the back of the poster. Please indicate Junior (9-14) or Senior (15 and over) on the entry tag. The “NEW” Canadian 4-H emblem (Green & White in colour) is to be located on the front of the poster. Emblem to be at least 2” x 2” in size. Posters to have a title. All lettering to be neat and readable.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, 4th: $4, 5th: $2
Classes:
1. | A poster relating to a 4-H project completed & exhibited in the current 4-H year 4H Junior Poster (age 9 to 14 as of January 1) |
2. | A collection of 10 dried, pressed weeds (real), labelled & identified. May be a poster or booklet. 4H Junior Poster (age 9 to 14 as of January 1) |
3. | A collection of 10 seeds, labelled and identified. May be a poster or a booklet. Seeds must be visible 4H Junior Poster (age 9 to 14 as of January 1) |
4. | Poster of photography A collection of 10 photos, mounted & labelled 4H Junior Poster (age 9 to 14 as of January 1) |
5. | A "ME" poster – A collection of photos/pictures and a typewritten one-page article telling about yourself, mounted on Br 4H Junior Poster (age 9 to 14 as of January 1) |
6. | A poster relating to a 4H project completed & exhibited in the current 4H year 4H Senior Poster (age 15 & over as of January 1) |
7. | A collection of 10 dried, pressed weeds (real), labelled & identified. May be a poster or booklet. 4H Senior Poster (age 15 & over as of January 1) |
8. | A collection of 10 seeds, labelled and identified. May be a poster or booklet. Seeds must be visible 4H Senior Poster (age 15 & over as of January 1) |
9. | Poster of photography A collection of 10 photos, mounted & labelled 4H Senior Poster (age 15 & over as of January 1) |
10. | A "ME" poster – A collection of photos/pictures and a typewritten one-page article telling about yourself, mounted on Br 4H Senior Poster (age 15 & over as of January 1) |
CLASS 14E 4H Exhibits
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 11, 2025.
- Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
- All Exhibits must be tagged and numbered before being dropped off in the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm and/or Thursday, August 13 between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
- The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 16. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
Entries must have been constructed during the club year Oct. 2025 to Aug. 31, 2026. Up to 3 feet of table space will be allowed. Display should not exceed 42 inches in height and be free standing. The Canadian 4-H emblem (green and white in color) must be located anywhere on the front of the exhibit. The winning entry in each of the following classes will represent Russell 4-H in the regional inter-county club exhibit classes at Metcalfe Fair.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, 4th: $4, 5th: $2
Classes:
1. | 4-H member Project Exhibit relating to a 4-H project/club completed during the club year. Entry to be constructed by one 4-H member. |
2. | 4-H Member Exhibit promoting Russell 4-H member’s involvement in 4-H. This exhibit should not be project/club specific. Entry to be constructed by one 4-H member. |
3. | 4-H Club Exhibit. May depict any topic related to a Russell 4-H club or project & must be entered by two or more members from the club. |
4. | Russell 4-H County Special Event Exhibit – Depict any topic related to a Russell 4-H County event. Must be entered by 2 or more members. Event & location of event to be named on the exhibit. |
Agricultural Products
CLASS 9 – AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613-445-3371
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society.
- Memberships ($12) and entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
- Entries may be placed in the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm or on Thursday, August 13, between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
- The Curling Club will be closed Thursday from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
- Unless otherwise stated, the exhibitor must grow all vegetables and produce.
- Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- All exhibits must be in the quantities specified.
- Entry tags must be attached to the plate.
- Entries to be removed on Sunday, August 16 between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.
- In lieu of the entry fee 10% will be deducted from winnings over $10.
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 |
Sections:
1. | Beans, 5, yellow |
2. | Beans, 5, Green |
3. | Beets, 3, table use, top trimmed 1.5 cm |
4. | Carrots, 3, not over 7 cm, 1.5 cm tops showing, carefully washed |
5. | Carrots, 3, not over 17 cm, 1.5 cm tops showing, carefully washed |
6. | Sweet Corn, 3, named, Remove 1/3 of the husk and silk from tip to base |
7. | Cucumbers, 3, slicing, over 15 cm, Short stem attached |
8. | Dill, 3 stems 30 cm long, in a container |
9. | Garlic, 3 heads,stem and roots trimmed to approx. 1.5 cm |
10. | Herbs, 3 varieties, labelled, fresh in water |
11. | Kale, 3 stems in water |
12. | Onions, 3, diameter of 6-9cm, roots and top trimmed to approx. 1.5 cm |
13. | Parsley, 3 stems in a glass jar |
14. | Peas, 5 pods, stem and calyx attached |
15. | Peppers, 3, red or green, 1.5 cm stem attached |
16. | Peppers, 3, hot, 1.5 cm stem attached |
17. | Potatoes, 3, named, brushed clean, not washed. |
18. | Summer squash, 1, named |
19. | Tomatoes, 5 cherry type, calyx attached |
20. | Tomatoes, 3, for slicing, red, calyx attached |
21. | Zucchini,3, 15-30 cm in length, short stem attached |
22. | Any other vegetable not listed |
23. | Vegetable display, 30 cm x 40 cm, using a minimum of 5 vegetables Need not be grown by exhibitor |
24. | Oddity of Nature – unusual or odd-shapped vegetable. |
25. | Longest Carrot |
26. | Longest Cucumber |
27. | Largest Potato |
28. | Largest Tomato |
29. | Longest Zucchini |
CLASS 9A – JUNIOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613-445-3371
RULES
- Junior Exhibitors membership is free!
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2025 (midnight).
- Entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
- Entries may be placed in the Russell Curling Club on Wednesday, Aug 12 between 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm or Thursday, August 13 between 8:00 am – 9:30 am.
- The Curling Club will be closed Thursday from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
- Unless otherwise stated, the exhibitor must grow all vegetables and produce.
- Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- All exhibits must be in the quantities specified.
- Entry tags must be attached to the plate.
- Entries to be removed on Sunday, August 16 between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Agricultural Products – Junior Division
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
Sections:
1. | Carrots, 4 long, over 17 cm, 1.5 cm tops attached |
2. | Onions, 3. |
3. | Potatoes, 3. |
4. | Tomatoes, 3, for slicing, red, calyx attached |
5. | Tomatos, 5, cherry type, calyx attached |
6. | Zucchini, 2, 15-30 cm in length, short stem attached |
7. | One herb , 3 stems in a glass container, named |
8. | NOVELTY, unusual Vegetable or fruit, e.g. odd shaped, unusual variety |
Antiques
George & Judy James 613-445-5690 This Class will be manned at all times and is graciously hosted by the Russell Historical Society. People’s Choice Award: Fair goers will vote for their favorite antiques and the prize money will be awarded accordingly. NOTE: The aim of this section is to display antique articles from our community and to give a history so people can understand and be proud of their heritage. With each submission please provide, in 25 words or less, a brief history of the item. Sections: 13. "The Old Homestead" Elisha Loucks, the first settler in this area, arrived 200 years ago. Entries should be items found on an old homestead or brought by immigrants from any era but at least 50 years old. A short history of the item may be includedCLASS 13 – ANTIQUES
COMMITTEE
SPECIAL AWARDS
RULES
Antiques
Prizes (10% kept by the fair) 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th $50.00 $40.00 $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00
Commercial Features Display
Rudy Schoeni 613-443-2410 This trophy will be awarded to the exhibitor earning the highest number of points, calculated by total points from his/her top 5 exhibits in the Commercial Feature Displays Class. Sections: 1. Haylage, 10 lbs. 2. Corn Silage, 10lbs 3. Corn; grain corn, 6 ears, current year. Please specify name on the entry tag. 4. Corn; 6 stalks, Please specify name on the entry tag. 5. Hay – one cured flake exhibited in a clear plastic bag. 6. Corn cob with the most kernels 7. Wheat; sheet of wheat current year 8. Soybeans; 6 stalks, Please specify name on the entry tag. 9. Soybean plant with most pods. Please specify name on the entry tag. Must be RR or any crusher bean.CLASS 8 – COMMERCIAL FEATURES
COMMITTEE
SPECIAL AWARD: HANK STAAL MEMORIAL TROPHY
RULES
Prizes (10% kept by the fair) 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th $50.00 $40.00 $30.00 $20.00 $11.00
Culinary Arts
CLASS 10- CULINARY ARTS
COMMITTEE
Eileen Blenkarn – 613-445-2601
Ina Henry, Karen Lovenuk
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points by new exhibitor – $15 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. Second most points by new exhibitor – $10 donated by The Russell Village Women’s Institute.
New Exhibitor must not have shown at the Russell Fair in the Culinary Arts Division in the previous 5 years. Please indicate eligibility by marking last show year.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b) Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society. Memberships and entry tags are available from the Fair Board office.
c) Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
d) All exhibits must be tagged and numbered before coming into the Russell Curling Club. The club will be open Wednesday, August 12, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm and Thursday, August 13 from 8:00 am to 9:00 am for dropping off tagged exhibits.
e) Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list. Ready mixes and canned pie fillings are not permitted.
f) Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
g) Place all baked goods such as cupcakes, muffins and cookies on WHITE paper plates and wrap well in clear plastic bags.
h) Loaves and cakes should be placed on foil-covered heavy cardboard approximately 3/4″ larger than entry and placed in clear plastic bags.
i) For any whole pie or cake entered, the exhibitor may leave one generous portion on display and take the remainder home Friday between 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.. First prize winners in the Country Fair Bread and Pie Specials must leave complete entry.
j) Muffins and cupcakes must be presented without liners.
k) For jams, jellies and marmalades use mason jars. Jars sealed with wax will be disqualified. All entries must be a maximum of 1 pint or 500 ml.
l) Junior exhibitors entering adult classes must have a paid Russell Agricultural Society membership ($12.00).
m) No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
n) The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 16. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
o) In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors will have an extra 10% deducted for winnings over $10.
Culinary Arts
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
Section 1:
1. | Best of Show – Old Fashioned Cinnamon Swirl Loaf Use recipe found in the Prize Listing
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Old Fashioned Cinnamon Swirl Loaf
This recipe makes 2 loaves but only ½ loaf is required for exhibiting.
5 to 5 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
2 packages of Fleischmann’s Quick Rise Instant Yeast
1 ½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
½ cup water
1/3 cup butter or margarine, cut in pieces
2 eggs
3 tbsp butter or margarine, melted
1/3 cup sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup raisins
1 egg white, lightly beaten
Crumb topping recipe (recipe follows)
In large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 1/3 cup sugar, undissolved yeast, and salt. Heat milk, water and 1/3 cup
Butter until very warm (120 to 130 degrees F/ or 50 – 55 degrees C); stir into ingredients. Stir in eggs and enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest on floured surface for 10 minutes.
To fill and shape loaves: Divide dough in half. Roll each half to 16 x 7-inch rectangle. Bruch rectangles with 3 tablespoons melted butter to within 1 inch of edges. Combine 1/3 cup sugar, cinnamon and raisins; sprinkle evenly over dough. Beginning at short end of each rectangle, roll up tightly as for jelly roll; pinch seams and ends to seal. Place, seam sides down, in 2 greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Cover; let rise in warm place until doubled, about 30 to 45 minutes.
Brush loaves with egg white; sprinkle with Crumb Topping. Bake at 350 degrees F for 35 minutes to 40 minutes or until done. Remove from pans; let cool on wire racks.
Crumb Topping: In small bowl, combine 1/3 cup all purpose flour, 1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, and 1 tsp cinnamon. Cut in tablespoons butter or margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Prizes for Sections 2-50 (10% kept by the fair) | |||
1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
$6 | $5 | $4 | $3 |
BREADS, BUNS, ROLLS, LOAVES & MUFFINS:
2. | Bread, white, entire crust, 1 loaf, 24 hours old, not using a bread machine For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
3. | Bread, 60% whole wheat, entire crust, 1 loaf, 24 hours old, not using bread machine For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. The winning exhibitors will be asked to exhibit at the district level |
4. | Cinnamon buns – 4, baked together OR rolls, 3, baked separately For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
5. | Savoury Tea biscuits, with cheese, 3 For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
6. | Honey Raison Scones, 3 For Showing, Papers Liners are not to be used. |
7. | Lemon Cranberry Muffins, 3 For Showing, Papers Liners are not to be used. |
8. | Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, 3 For Showing, Papers Liners are not to be used. |
9. | Blueberry Muffins 3 For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
10. | Apple Muffins, 3 For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
11. | Lemon loaf, no nuts, glazed, 1/2 loaf For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
12. | Cranberry banana loaf, no nuts or raisins, 1/2 loaf For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
13. | Pound cake, 1/2 loaf. For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used. |
14. | Snickerdoodles, 5 |
15. | Gluten Free Cookies, 5 |
16. | Chocolate Chip Cookies, 5 |
COOKIES, SQUARES & CAKES:
Squares approx. 11/2″, BARS approx. 11/2″x1″ rectangular, clean cut and no outside edges.
17. | Lemon squares, 3 |
18. | Raspberry Squares, 3 |
19. | Brownies, not iced, 3, maximum approximately 2" square |
20. | Queen Elizabeth cake, corner piece, maximum approximately 4" square. |
21. | Carrot Cake, corner piece, with cream cheese icing, maximum approximately 4" square |
PIES, TARTS & DESSERTS:
Pies in aluminum plates need to be tempered. Ready mixes or canned pie fillings are not permitted.
22. | Apple pie, double crust, 1/6 of a piece of pie |
23. | Butter tarts, with raisins, no nuts, 3. |
24. | Blueberry pie, double crust, 1/6 of a piece of pie |
JAMS, JELLIES & PICKLES:
25. | Applesauce To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
26. | Strawberry Jam To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two-piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
27. | Rhubarb-pineapple jam To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two-piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
28. | Marmalade, any variety To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
29. | Raspberry Sauce – No Certo To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
30. | Blueberry Sauce – No Certo To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
31. | Plum Sauce, No Certo To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
32. | Crabapple Jelly To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two-piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
33. | Red pepper jelly To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
34. | Bread and butter pickles To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
35. | Salsa, medium To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
36. | Green relish To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
37. | Cucumber dill pickles with garlic To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
38. | Beet pickles To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
39. | Mustard relish To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
40. | BBQ Sauce To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
41. | Pesto To be eligible for the Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
42. | Gift Pack Competition – Must include at least 3 filled mason jars sealed with SNAP lids. Must be submitted in an appropriate container, not necessary a basket. Entry based on creativity, quality of canned product, perceived value and appropriateness of presentation. |
MISCELLANEOUS:
43. | Maple Syrup – Open to amateurs only |
44. | Amber Honey – in a clear jar |
45. | 6 large Eggs in an egg carton – open to amateurs only. |
46. | Fudge, exhibitor’s choice, 4 pieces |
OTHERS:
47. | The Worst Flop Any of the above culinary art entries attempted but did not turn out. |
48. | President’s Choice – Soft Ginger Cookies, 3 on a plate Judged by Liz O’Gorman-Smit, President of the Russell Agricultural Society |
49. | Seniors Only (over 60) – Single serving of your favorite recipe |
50. | Director’s Challenge – Blueberry Lemon Coffee Cake Open to Russell Fair Board Directors ONLY – using recipe found in prize listing Use following recipe: |
Blueberry Lemon Coffee Cake (in a bundt pan)
2/3 cup butter, softened 1-1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tbsp vanilla Grated rind of 2 lemons 3 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup milk 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries Icing sugar | Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 10-inch Bundt pan and dust with flour. Set aside. In large bowl, beat butter with sugar until light and fluffy, beat in eggs 1 at a time. Beat in vanilla and lemon rind. In separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir milk with yogurt, stir into egg mixture alternately with flour mixture, making 3 additions of dry ingredients and 2 of wet. Spoon half of the batter into prepared pan, smoothing top. Sprinkle with blueberries. Spoon remaining batter over top, smoothing gently. Bake for about 60 minutes or until tester inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan on rack for 10 minutes, invert onto rack and let cool completely. Dust with icing sugar. |
CLASS 10A – JUNIOR CULINARY ARTS
COMMITTEE
Eileen Blenkarn 613-445-2601
Ina Henry, Marjorie Dugdale, Karen Lovenuk
SPECIAL AWARDS
- Most points by 12 & under – $15 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute. To be awarded as $10 to the first place winner and $5 to the second place winner.
- Most points by 18 & under – $30 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute. To be awarded as $15 to the first place winner – $10 to the second place winner. – $5 to the third place winner.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
- Exhibits can be dropped off in the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. and/or Thursday, August 13 between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m.
- Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list. Ready mixes and canned pie fillings are not permitted. Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- Place baked goods on white paper plates and wrap well in clear plastic bags.
- Muffins and cupcakes for showing must be presented without liners.
- The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 16. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
- All other rules as stated in the adult division of the culinary arts class apply.
Culinary Arts – Junior Division
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
AGES 12 AND UNDER (on Fair dates):
1. | Dress up a potato, on 9" paper plate, named. Use your imagination |
2. | Creative Krispies – Rice Krispies "object", exhibitor’s choice 1 large or 3 small, to fit on 9" paper plate, to be covered with plastic wrap or in plastic bag |
3. | Healthy after school snack |
4. | Chocolate chip cookies, no nuts, 4, on a plate |
5. | Trail Mix – Your choice of ingredients, in a small, sealed, clear plastic bag |
6. | Fancy decorated cupcake, on a paper plate Judged for decoration only. |
AGES 13-18 YEARS (on Fair dates):
7. | Oatmeal drop cookies, 3, on a paper plate |
8. | Chocolate chip cookies, no nuts, 4, on a paper plate |
9. | Trail mix, your choice of ingredients. Put in a small, sealed, clear plastic bag. |
10. | "A Good School Lunch" – 50% display, 50% nutrition |
11. | Healthy after school snack |
12. | Decorate cupcakes with a sunflower motif , 3 , on a white paper plate Judged for decoration only. |
13. | Energy Balls, 3 on a paper plate |
Dairy
CATTLE SHOW
SUNDAY, August 16, 12:00 (noon)
Committee: Mike Bols
Rules for Cattle Shows
- No entry fees but 15% Fair Share will be deducted from Winnings.
- Entries must be made online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (midnight)
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society and Federal Dairy Cattle Classifications will apply to all exhibitors.
- All exhibitors winning will have $12 deducted for a 2026 Russell Agricultural Society membership.
- All entries must be registered in the name of the exhibitor on or before the closing date of entries.
- Each exhibitor may show a maximum of ten animals plus two 4-H calves.
- A Premier Breeder Rosette will be awarded to the individual or partnership winning the greatest number of points with calculations made on the following basis:
- Junior Female: 1st – 10; 2nd – 9; 3rd – 8; 4th – 7; 5th – 6.
- A Premier Exhibitor Rosette will be awarded to the individual or partnership winning the greatest number of points with the calculations made on the same basis as Premier Breeder.
- Exhibitors of cattle MUST provide proof of liability insurance coverage of at least $2,000,000 or entries will be refused.
- Following Federal Dairy Cattle Classifications and as part of the Russell Agricultural Society Rules and Regulations #15 Cattle Exhibitors are entitled to the following Gate admission passes:
1 to 5 animals = 1 pass
6 to 10 animals = 2 passes.
Under no circumstances should an animal exhibiting signs of transmittable disease be taken to the Russell Fair and Russell Fairgrounds. The show committee and other Fair officials have the right to refuse entry of any animal showing signs of an infectious skin disease (eg., warts, ringworm). If a vet check is required, it will be at the expense of the exhibitor.
CLASS 1 – Jersey Open Show
| Prizes (15% kept by the fair) | |||||||||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th | 7th | 8th | 9th | 10th |
| $100.00 | $90.00 | $80.00 | $70.00 | $60.00 | $50.00 | $40.00 | $30.00 | $20.00 | $10.00 |
Sections:
1. | Junior Calf – Born between March 1 2026 and August 1 2026 |
2. | Intermediate Calf – Born between December 1, 2025 and February 29, 2026 |
3. | Senior Calf – Born between September 1, 2025 and November 30, 2025 |
4. | Summer Yearling – Born between June 1, 2025 and August 31,2025 |
5. | Junior Yearling – Born between March 1, 2025 and May 31, 2025 |
6. | Winter Yearling – Born between December 1, 2024 and February 28, 2025 |
7. | Senior Yearling – Born between September 1, 2024 and November 30, 2024 |
8. | Junior Breeder’s Herd – Group of 3 animals bred and owned by exhibitor Each animal must have been exhibited in one of the classes for single animals. The registation certificate for each respective animal must show the exhibitor as the breeder and as owner, either as individual or in partnership/joint ownership. All animals must be from one farm or breeding unit. |
9. Premier Breeder | |
10. Premier Exhibitor | |
FieldCrops
CLASS 7 – FIELD CROPS
COMMITTEE
Thomas Baas, (613) 262-8264
KEITH DUGDALE MEMORIAL TROPHY
This trophy will be awarded to the exhibitor earning the highest number of points, calculated by combining total points from his/her top 5 exhibits in the Field Crops Class.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. Exhibitors must be members.
b) You cannot enter on-line. To enter this class, exhibitors are asked to contact a member of the committee.
c) In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors will have 10% deducted for winnings over $10.
d) Minimum field size will be 5 acres; no maximum.
Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $20, 5th: $11 (10% kept by the fair)
Sections:
1. | Corn |
2. | Soybeans |
3. | Soybeans, identity preserved, Non GMO |
4. | Wheat |
Flowers
CLASS 12 – FLOWERS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613 445-3371
SPECIAL AWARDS
$20.00 to the exhibitor with the most points, donated by Beyond the House.
$20.00 for new exhibitor with most points, donated by The Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society.
- Memberships ($12) and entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
- Entries may be placed in the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm or on Thursday, August 13, between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
- The Curling Club will be closed Thursday from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
- Plants and flowers must be grown by the exhibitor unless otherwise stipulated.
- Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- NOTE for Pickup on Sunday Aug 16 the Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 p.m. in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits then can be picked up between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
- In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors will have an extra 10% deducted from their winnings over $10.
Hints to Exhibitors:
- Please use clear containers for specimens of annuals and perennials and the specials, as this helps the judge to examine entries without lifting the plant material.
- Please take a few moments to groom your entry of damaged flowers, leaves and spent blooms.
- To stabilize specimens, cedar sprigs may be used in the container.
- Only self-foliage is permitted to be attached.
- Remove leaves below the water line in specimens.
- The exact number of specimens called for must be shown.
- Name the culitvar when possible.
FLORAL TERMS:
Bloom: Individual flower, one to a stem, do not leave buds showing.
Cultivar: A cultivated variety.
Stem: May carry one or more flowers, with foliage
Spike: A thick upright stem carrying several flowers
Spray: A portion of the plant with a number of flowers on one stem
Flowers
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 |
ANNUALS:
1. | Asters, 3 stems |
2. | Bachelor buttons, 5 blooms |
3. | Calendulas, 3 stems |
4. | Cosmos, any colour, 3 sprays |
5. | Dahlias, 3 blooms |
6. | Marigolds, 7 cm or over, 3 stems |
7. | Marigolds, under 7 cm, 5 stems |
8. | Nasturtiums, 5 stems |
9. | Petunias, 3 sprays |
10. | Salvia, 3 spikes |
11. | Snapdragons, 3 spikes |
12. | Sunflowers, 3 stems |
13. | Sweet peas, mixed colours, 3 stems |
14. | Zinnias, 5 stems |
PERENNIALS:
15. | Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), hairy, rough leaves and stems, 5 stems
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16. | Coneflower (Echinacea), 3 stems, any colour | ||||||||||||
17. | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia), 3 stems | ||||||||||||
18. | Rose, 1 spray | ||||||||||||
19. | Rose, hybrid tea, 1 stem | ||||||||||||
20. | Any other perennial not mentioned above, 1 stem/spray, named | ||||||||||||
SPECIALS:
21. | Amaranthus, 1 stem |
22. | Begonia, tuberous, 1 bloom, floating in a bowl |
23. | Celosia, 1 stem |
24. | Coleus, 1 stem |
25. | Dahlia, 1 bloom over 12 cm |
26. | Flowering vine, in bloom, minimum length 40cm outside the vase, named |
27. | Gladiolus, 1 spike, A good specimen gladiolus has a straight stem and 1/3 open florets,1/3 buds showing colour and 1/3 buds not showing colour. Flowers should face front with a gradual taper. |
28. | Coral Bell (Heuchera) leaves, 3 |
29. | Hosta, 3 leaves, different cultivars |
30. | Largest flower, excluding sunflower |
31. | Most fragrant flower. |
32. | Vase of annual or biennial flowers, 2 of each, minimum of three varieties, named |
33. | Hydrangeas, 3 stems, one cultivar |
34. | Ornamental grasses, 3 stems |
POTTED PLANTS:
Remember, you don’t have to have a garden to enter your potted plants! Potted plants should be exhibited in the containers they are grown in; no decorative cover pots, please.
35. | African violet |
36. | Begonia, Rex (grown for their decorative patterned leaves) |
37. | Cactus or Succulent, named |
38. | Dish garden |
39. | Ivy |
40. | House Plant in bloom, named |
ARRANGEMENTS:
Flowers may be purchased and need NOT be grown by exhibitor
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $10.00 | $9.00 | $8.00 |
41. | "Oh Canada" Arrangement using red and white flowers |
42. | Tea Time An arrangement in a teacup & saucer. |
43. | Thinking Outside the Vase An arrangement using creative container. |
44. | Quilt Block Using cut flowers in an 8" square pan. |
45. | Drifting One bloom floating in a bowl of water. |
46. | Woodn’t You! An arrangement incorporating wood |
47. | Fun with Foliage A centrepiece using only foliage. |
CLASS 12A – JUNIOR FLOWERS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613 445-3371
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points by Junior 5 to 8 years – $5 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. Most points by Junior 9 to 12 years – $5 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
3. Most points by Junior 13 to 18 years – $5 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
a. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b. Junior Exhibitors membership is free!
c. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
d. Entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
e. Entry Tags must be affixed to each exhibit item prior to dropping off exhibit.
f. Entries may be placed in the Russell Curling Club on Wednesday, August 12, between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm or on Thursday, August 13, between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
g. The Curling Club will be closed 9:30-1:00 pm Thursday for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
h. NOTE for Pickup on Sunday Aug 16 the Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 p.m. in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits then can be picked up between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
i. Where applicable, flowers to be home grown and not bought commercially.
Flowers – Junior Division
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
AGES 4-8:
1. | Any flower grown from a bulb, corm or tuber; 1 stem shown in a container of water |
2. | Rose – one stem, any variety, shown in a container of water. |
3. | Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia), 3 stems, shown in a container of water. Emblem of the Russell & District Horticultural Society. Sponsorship: $10.00 – Russell & District Horticultural Society |
4. | Marigolds, 3 stems, shown in a container of water. |
5. | My Favorite Flower – 3 stems with greenery in a recycled container of water. Sponsorship: $10.00 – Russell & District Horticultural Society |
6. | A bookmark with a hand-drawn picture of your favourite flower. |
7. | Fairy Garden – you can use any receptacle you want to create your Fairy Garden. Purple & Red are the main colors. You can use other colors to show off your Fairy Garden. Minimum of 2 blooms. Be Creative! |
AGES 9-13:
8. | An arrangement in a mug. |
9. | A birthday card made with pressed flowers and seeds. Sponsorship: $10.00 – Russell & District Horticultural Society |
10. | A wildflower collection, shown in a container of water. |
11. | Dish Garden – Purple & Red are the main colors; you can use other colors to show off your Dish Garden Minimum of 2 blooms. Be Creative! |
12. | My Favorite Flower – 3 stems with greenery in a recycled container of water. Sponsorship: $20.00 – Pegi Holtz |
AGES 14-18:
13. | An arrangement of grasses and Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) in a recycled container. Emblem of the Russell & District Horticultural Society. Sponsorship: $10.00 – Russell & District Horticultural Society |
14. | A summer themed table decoration using fresh or dried flowers. |
15. | Back to School – a floral arrangement not to exceed 8" in any direction. |
16. | My Favorite Flower – 3 stems with greenery in a recycled container of water. Sponsorship: $20.00 – Louise Houle |
Handcrafts
CLASS 11 – HANDCRAFT
COMMITTEE
Ina Henry 613 889-7053
Pat Achtereekte, Trudy Corvinelli, Lucy Mulders, Diane Wermenlinger, Eileen Blenkarn, Mary-Anne Schmitz
SPECIAL PRIZES
1. $10 for Grand Champion Cushion, donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. $10 for exhibitor with most points donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
3. $20 for total point winner from Quilt Sections 132-170, donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
4. $20 for 1st time exhibitor with most points donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Reserve Grand Champion Cushion
2. Grand Champion Hand Quilt
3. Reserve Grand Champion Hand Quilt
4. Grand Champion Machine Quilt
5. Reserve Grand Champion Machine Quilt
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society.
- Memberships ($12) and entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
- Entries may be placed in the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm or on Thursday, August 13, between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
- The Curling Club will be closed Thursday from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
- Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor. No admission to the club while judging is in progress.
- The same article can be exhibited for two years only. Articles must be clean if entered for the second year or new.
- Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- NOTE for Pickup on Sunday August 16 the Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 p.m. in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits then can be picked up between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
- In lieu of entry fee 10% will be deducted from winnings over $10.
Handcrafts
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 |
MISCELLANEOUS:
1. | Hand embroidered picture or article May be cross stitched, made with embroidery thread only |
2. | Pillow case, handmade, 1 only. Do not include pillow |
3. | Decorated basket, not to exceed 14" wide |
4. | Decorative cushion, square or round, not to exceed 24" |
5. | Tea cozy, handle and spout opening not necessary |
6. | Decorative doorknob decoration |
7. | Gift display in coffee mug and covered in clear cellophane |
8. | Handmade greeting card, any size, with envelope |
9. | Soft toy, all handmade and child safe |
10. | Wreath made from any medium, not to exceed 24" |
11. | Decorative painting, any medium, any surface |
12. | Folk art on wood |
13. | Artificial flower centrepiece, viewed from all sides, 20" or less. Container also judged Container also judged |
14. | Small item of stained glass |
15. | "NEW" Fabric learning toy, not a soft toy |
16. | Unfinished Item – tell us what it was to be |
17. | Decorated gift box, not wrapped |
18. | Decorate a purchased straw hat |
19. | Something useful out of something useless. Tell us what it was and what it is now |
20. | Ceramic item |
21. | Create a shadow box display, glass enclosed. |
22. | One item of handmade jewellery, not sewn, knitted or crocheted |
23. | Set of 4 Coasters |
SEWING:
24. | Decorative table runner – NOT QUILTED |
25. | Two sewn placemats – NOT QUILTED |
26. | Tote bag – NOT QUILTED |
27. | Sewn jacket, any size |
28. | Dressed doll or animal Clothes only will be judged, must be handmade clothes |
29. | Hat, sewn, any medium |
30. | Sewn table runner, at least 36" long – NOT QUILTED |
31. | Sleepwear |
32. | An article of clothing made from fleece |
33. | Child’s dress with sleeves (under size 12) |
34. | Child’s jumper |
35. | Child’s one piece romper – any length |
36. | Novelty bazaar item. Not to exceed $5 in supplies |
37. | Vest, any size, any material |
38. | Apron with bib |
39. | Half apron with two pockets |
40. | Casserole Carrier |
41. | Microwave Soup Bowl Holder |
42. | Sew an item using a vintage pattern – include the pattern. |
43. | Sewn cosmetic bag |
44. | "NEW" – Sewn adult sleep pants made from flannette |
45. | 2 handmade baby bibs of 2 different styles |
KNITTING:
46. | Afghan, any size |
47. | Two dishcloths |
48. | Child’s pullover, up to size 14, lightweight yarn |
49. | Child’s cardigan, up to size 14, any weight yarn |
50. | Knitted hat |
51. | "NEW" Knitted baby sweater |
52. | Baby Car Seat Blanket, Max 17" x 19" |
53. | Infinity scarf |
54. | A pair of mitts in adult size made with any weight yarn |
55. | Adult slippers, one pair |
56. | Children’s slippers, one pair |
57. | Socks, one pair, lightweight yarn |
58. | Baby blanket, no fringe, no knitted holes in blanket, maximum size 36" x 36" |
59. | Any doll with knitted clothes – only clothes to be judged |
60. | Fingerless gloves, knit up to knuckles |
61. | Knitted oven mitts made with cotton yarn – double knitted |
62. | Wrist warmers, to include a knitted thumb |
63. | Knitted pin cushion |
CROCHET:
64. | Doily, less than 12", mounted |
65. | Doily, over 12", mounted |
66. | Baby sweater |
67. | Afghan, any size |
68. | Small crocheted article, name it |
69. | Adult Crocheted Hat |
70. | Baby afghan, no fringe, maximum 36" x 36" |
72. | Two dishcloths |
WOOD WORKING:
73. | Bird Feeder |
74. | Candlestick |
75. | Cutting Board |
76. | Wooden Napkin Holder |
71. | Child’s hat |
77. | Barn Quilt – not to exceed 24" x 24" |
78. | Any other woodworking article |
HOME ACCESSORIES:
79. | Door stopper, any medium |
80. | Create a garden or patio craft, any medium |
81. | Kitchen trivet, any medium |
82. | Welcome Sign, any medium, max size 40" |
83. | Labelled Plant Markers, any medium, 3 |
84. | Item created from Barn Board, not to exceed 24" |
85. | Pin Cushion – NOT KNITTED |
86. | String Art – max 36" |
87. | Stone Painting |
88. | Painted Wooden Spoon |
89. | Painted Wooden Hangar |
90. | Thrift Store Makeover – Take a picture of what it was before. |
91. | "NEW" Any craft "As seen on Pinterest" and include copy of the Pinterest pin |
3R’S – RECYCLE, REUSE, REPURPOSE:
92. | Reusable shopping bag |
93. | Item of choice using recycled clothing (include what it used to be) |
94. | Something made of old china |
95. | Something made with an old picture frame |
PLACE SETTING CONTEST:
96. | ** New Theme ** – Place Setting – Celebrating Valentine’s Day Include Handmade Valentine’s Day card, table covering & place setting. Table space provided for max size 24" x 30".
Sponsor: RUSSELL VILLAGE WOMENS INSTITUTE | |||||||||
CHRISTMAS CORNER:
97. | Two handmade Christmas placemats. No napkins. |
98. | Christmas lapel pin, any medium |
99. | Christmas tree top decoration, any medium |
100. | Decorative Christmas wreath, any medium |
101. | Decorative Christmas tree skirt |
102. | Fabric Christmas bag, hand decorated, any size |
103. | Handmade Santa, any medium |
104. | Decorative Christmas stocking |
105. | Tree ornament, any medium |
106. | Handmade snowman, any medium, maximum 12" x 12" |
NEW SECTION – USE YOUR CREATIVITY:
107. | Item using a Circuit machine |
108. | A work of Diamond Painting |
109. | A decorated mask for Hallowe’en |
110. | Machine embroidery project made in the hoop |
111. | If you have a project and doesn’t fit in any of the previous categories. You can enter it here – FABRIC |
112. | If you have a project and doesn’t fit in any of the previous categories. You can enter it here – YARN OR THREADS |
113. | If you have a project and doesn’t fit in any of the previous categories. You can enter it here – ANY OTHER CRAFT, NOT FABRIC, YARN OR THREAD USE |
ART:
Artwork only to be judged
114. | Oil painting, framed |
115. | Water colour, framed. |
116. | Painting in acrylic, framed. |
117. | Pencil sketch, framed. |
PHOTOS:
All entries must be securely mounted, captioned and taken by the exhibitor. Amateurs only please!
118. | Wildlife, no insects |
119. | A special event |
120. | Autumn scene |
121. | A farm scene |
122. | Black and white |
123. | A sunset |
124. | Sports |
125. | Photo of a beautiful door or window |
126. | A photo collection of "all things red" (4 to 8 photos) mounted on Bristol board |
127. | A photo collection of "old things" (4 to 8 photos) mounted on Bristol board |
SENIORS 65 AND OVER:
128. | Christmas corsage, any medium |
129. | A novelty item, name it |
130. | A Christmas decoration, any medium |
131. | Decorate a box, any medium |
132. | A decorative Christmas bag |
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
DO NOT use wool yarn. One entry per exhibitor. Judged on workmanship & neatness. All entries become property of the Russell Agriculture Society & will be donated to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $15.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 |
133. | Newborn baby knitted or crocheted hat with a hat rim of 1.5 inches – Do not use wool yarn |
134. | Quilted baby quilt – approx 24" x 24", with flannelette backing |
135. | Fidget Blanket, to fit a Senior’s lap |
136. | Cushion in the form of a Heart for Breast Cancer patients |
CLASS 11A- JUNIOR HANDCRAFTS
COMMITTEE
Ina Henry 613-445-2065
Karen Lovenuk, Diane Wermenlinger, Mary-Anne Schmitz, Pat Achtereekte, Trudy Corvinelli, Lucy Mulders
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points overall – $10 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute
2. Second most points overall -$5 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Junior Exhibitors membership is free!
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
- Entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
- Entries may be placed in the Russell Curling Club on Wednesday, Aug 12 between 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm or Thursday, August 13 between 8:00 am – 9:30 am.
- The Curling Club will be closed Thursday from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
- NOTE for Pickup on Sunday Aug 16 the Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 p.m. in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits then can be picked up between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
- All other rules as stated in the adult division of the handcrafts class apply.
Handcrafts – Junior Division
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
AGE 5 and Under at Fair Dates:
1. | "NEW" Create a wagon from Lego to fit on a paper plate. |
2. | Coloured Picture from a colouring book |
3. | "NEW" Display a collection of items found on a nature walk in an egg carton |
4. | Foot Creature, trace and cut out your foot print, decorate as a creature You can use more than one foot cut out. |
5. | "NEW" Create an animal or bug out of popsicle sticks |
6. | "NEW" Create a spoon puppet (any type of spoon – wood, plastic, metal) |
7. | "NEW" Make cloud that looks like an animal using cotton balls, paint or other materials of your choice To be done on Bristol Board (8-1/2" x 11") |
8. | Paint a tree trunk on Bristol Board (8-1/2" x 11") (someone can help with this part) & then add fingerprint "leaves". |
AGES 6-9 (on Fair Dates):
9. | Colored drawing of a favorite sport – Can be done on Bristol board (8 1/2" x 11") |
10. | "NEW" Make cloud that looks like an animal using cotton balls, paint or other materials of your choice To be done on Bristol Board (8-1/2" x 11") |
11. | "NEW" Display a collection of items found on a nature walk in an egg carton |
12. | "NEW" Create a rocketship using colorful geometrical shaped paper cut outs. |
13. | "NEW" Using black paper as a background, create a galaxy using pastels or chalk markers. Make it colorful. |
14. | Ink pad thumb stamping |
15. | Decorate the outside ONLY of a Clay pot |
16. | "NEW" Create a standard 2.5" x 8.5" long bookmark and decorate however you like. |
17. | Create a gift for your teacher |
18. | "NEW" Make a bug using Toilet Paper Roll. |
19. | "NEW" Using tissue boxes (2) create a pair of "moon boots" and decorate them. |
20. | Create a pet rock(s), named, on a 6" paper plate – NO larger |
21. | Something useful out of something useless |
22. | Create Wind Chimes using any material |
23. | "NEW" Create an animal or bug out of popsicle sticks. |
AGES 9-12 (on Fair Dates) Also open to ages 6 to 8:
24. | "NEW" Using tissue boxes (2) create a pair of "moon boots" and decorate them. |
25. | Button Art using any medium |
26. | A Christmas plastic ball – hand painted and ready to hang |
27. | "NEW" Spider web wreath for display at Hallowe’en |
28. | Create a person out of nuts, botls, screws, etc, no larger than 8 inches |
29. | Sketched original character, drawn freehand, MOUNTED – 2" BORDER No tracing, no colour |
30. | Dress stuffed toy animal in Hallowe’en costume, max 18" long/tall |
31. | Dress a stuffed toy animal in your favourite sports uniform, max 18" long/tall |
32. | "NEW" Create a Pinecone critter |
33. | Create Wind Chimes using any material. |
34. | A coloured sketch, any theme |
35. | "NEW" Create a "collage picture of moon in the night sky", using torn or cut paper, magazine cut outs, newspaper, etc Use black paper as a background. |
36. | Create a greeting card using any technique |
37. | "NEW" Make an igloo with sugar cubes. |
38. | Decorate a flip-flop sandal. Only one required |
39. | Construct your own spaceship, any medium, NO LEGO |
40. | Sketch a split picture, any item, mounted |
41. | Dryer Lint Monster Display on a white paper plate and decorate. |
42. | Create a hedgehog using seeds, beans, or grains on a 1/4 piece of Bristol board; accessories accepted |
43. | Photo of your favourite pet, captioned and mounted on cardboard with 1" showing as border. Photo must be taken by exhibitor |
44. | Create a key chain, any medium. |
45. | "NEW" Make a snowflake using Q-tips on black 8.5" x 11" paper |
Ages 13-18 (on Fair dates) : Also open to ages 6-12:
46. | Decorate a ready made Bird House |
47. | Create your own Christmas stocking using any fabric or medium |
48. | Decorate a picture frame; frame can be any base |
49. | Create a person out of nuts, bolts, screws, etc no larger than 8 inches. |
50. | Create a hedgehog using seeds, beans, or grains on a 1/4 piece of Bristol board; accessories accepted |
51. | Decorate your own clay flower pot |
52. | "NEW" Make a Fairy Garden no larger that 8 inches |
53. | Create a Christmas article, pine cone(s) must be included |
54. | "NEW" Make a fall wreath no larger that 12" |
55. | "NEW" Using tissue boxes (2) create a pair of "moon boots" and decorate them |
56. | Create a 5 Paper Flower Bouquet in a glass or plastic vase |
57. | Draw a tattoo design, mounted |
58. | Create Wind Chimes using any material |
59. | Make a beaded item of jewelry |
60. | "NEW" Create a Jetpack |
61. | Decorate the outside of a shoe box, no contents |
62. | Create a nature scene inside a shoe box. |
63. | Create a drawing using pastels. |
64. | Create a watercolour picture on watercolour paper only. Can be mounted |
65. | Make a split picture, any item, mounted |
66. | "NEW" Bath Bomb gift – make homemade bath bombs & display 4 in a basket/box for gifting. |
67. | "NEW" Make a nightlight. Glass jars work best. |
68. | Create a key chain, any medium |
69. | "NEW" Make a Lego vehicle, no kits and display on a cookie sheet (approx 17" x 11"). |
70. | Design your colouring page |
71. | "NEW" Any yarn project using yarn in any way (knitting, crochet, loomed, wrapped) |
72. | Sewing – pyjama bottoms, long pant |
73. | "NEW" Create an alien themed sock puppet. |
74. | A plastic Christmas Ball, hand painted and ready to hang |
75. | "NEW" Create a piece of art that illustrates the 4 seasons. |
YOUTH PHOTO COMPETITION – 5" x 7" photos:
Open to all ages
76. | Wildlife, no insects |
77. | Winter Scene |
78. | Summer Activity |
79. | A Farm Scene |
80. | Fair Time |
81. | Camping |
82. | Sports |
83. | Gone Fishing |
84. | Favorite Farm Animal |
CLASS 11B – QUILTS
QUILTS
QUILTS – Section 1 and 2:
Sponsored by Quilters Barn and Gifts in Russell
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $25 Gift card | $15 Gift card | $10 Gift card |
1. | SPECIAL QUILTED – Skye Thistle Runner – Pattern MUST come from Quilter’s Barn and Gifts – Beth Ruiter Designed by local quilt designer Annick McLeod |
2. | SPECIAL QUILTED – "Scrap Buster" – Scrappy Lap Quilt max perimeter 260 using method of your choice |
HAND QUILTED – May have sleeve:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $25.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 |
3. | Quilt, appliquéd, any bed size |
4. | Quilt, pieced, any bed size |
5. | Crib quilt, pieced top – Max 45" x 60" but can be smaller |
6. | Crib quilt, pre-printed top – Max 45" x 60" but can be smaller |
7. | Quilted table runner, any size or shape |
"NEW" MACHINE QUILTED BY DOMESTIC MACHINE – May have a sleeve:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $25.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 |
8. | Quilt, pieced, quilted by domestic machine Total perimeter must exceed 192" |
9. | Quilt, pieced and/or appliqued, any bed size |
10. | Wall hanging – must have a sleeve on the back |
11. | Lap quilt, maximum perimeter 260" |
12. | Crib quilt, pieced top, Max 45"x60" but can be smaller |
13. | Quilted table runner, any size or shape |
14. | Bed Runner – approx 22" x 85" |
"NEW" MACHINE QUILTED BY MID OR LONGARM MACHINE – May have a sleeve:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $25.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 |
15. | Quilt, pieced, quilted by long arm machine and/or can be quilted by a professional Total perimeter must exceed 192" |
16. | Quilt, pieced and/or appliqued, any bed size |
17. | Wall hanging – must have a sleeve on the back |
18. | Lap quilt, maximum perimeter 260" |
19. | Crib quilt, pieced top, Max 45" x 60" but can be smaller |
20. | Quilted table runner, any size or shape |
21. | Bed runner – approximately 22" x 85" |
QUILT BLOCK:
Items 22-24 are to be mounted by tacking the top two corners of the item only to allow viewing of the BACK of the piece.
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $10.00 | $8.00 | $6.00 |
22. | Quilt block, named, mounted as instructed |
23. | Quilt block, own original design, mounted as instructed |
24. | Finished quilt block, hand or machine quilted, mounted as instucted |
OTHER QUILTED ITEMS:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $20.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 |
25. | Cushion, pieced and/or appliqued, hand quilted |
26. | Cushion, pieced and/or appliquéd, machine quilted |
27. | Two (2) Quilted placemats |
28. | Quilted Cosmetic Bag, must include zipper |
29. | Quilt top ready for quilting, minimum perimter 280" |
30. | "NEW" English Paper Piecing item Not to exceed 24" in diameter |
31. | Quilted tote bag |
32. | Foundation paper pieced item, 36" x 36" max, judged for paper piecing only |
33. | Bench pillow, approx. 16" x 38", include the pillow, must have some applique and some quilting |
34. | Tamarack Jacket – Pattern available at Quilters Barn and Gifts |
35. | "Quilt as you go" table runner – any size |
OTHER QUILTED ITEMS – SPECIAL:
Sponsored by Quilters Barn and Gifts in Russell
36. | SPECIAL Jelly Roll Rug. Pattern must come from Quilters Barn and Gifts and using one Jelly Roll Package.
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Open Sheep Show & Junior Sheep Show
OPEN SHEEP SHOW
SATURDAY, August 15th, 2026 – The show will start with the Junior show at 10:30 am followed by the Open show likely starting between 11:30 or noon. The costume class will be at 1:00 pm
COMMITTEE
Lois James, Debi Bennett, Bruce Bennett
JUDGE:
SPECIAL AWARDS
Rosettes will be awarded over all breeds, to:
Supreme and Reserve Supreme Champion Rams
Supreme and Reserve Supreme Champion Ewes
JACK JAMES MEMORIAL AWARD
This award is for the best presentation and sheep showmanship presented to the sheep exhibitor in either the Junior or Open Sheep Show who is deemed to have presented him/herself and his/her sheep in the best possible fashion. Judging will be based on the way the exhibitor presents his/her sheep, his/her showmanship, sportsmanlike conduct, attitude, and overall appearance.
RULES
a) General Rules and Regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. Exhibitors must be members.
b) Each purebred breed must be shown separately and have at least 2 (two) exhibitors and at least 8 (eight) animals per breed. If these conditions are not met, only 50% of prize money will be paid or the breed may be shown in the A.O.B. class.
c) Entries must be made online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair no later than Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (midnight)
d) Entry fees for the Open Sheep Show will be 20% of the prize money and will be deducted by the fair.
e) All purebred animals must be registered in the exhibitor’s name on or before closing date for entries.
f) Each exhibitor must have available upon request by the committee:
g) Registration Papers of sheep in purebred classes 1-5 & Proof of liability insurance ($2,000,000) coverage. Failure to provide satisfactory documentation for any of the foregoing will immediately disqualify exhibitor from any further participation in the sheep show.
h) All exhibitors are asked to wear their show harnesses in the ring. Numbers will be priovided to exhibitors.
i) Sheep must be in the pens by 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
j) All group classes must be shown in order to receive prize money.
k) The following purebred breeds must be shown in Short Fleece (staple less than 1″ or 2.5 cm): Suffolk, Hampshire, Dorset,Texel and Southdown.
l) An exhibitor may show a maximum of 6 head/ breed and a maximum of 3 head/entry section for individual animals.
m) Any animal deemed unfit to show for health reasons may be removed at the discretion of the Sheep Committee.
n) Junior Exhibitors (non-4H members) showing in the OPEN class are subject to the $12 Fair Membership.
o) As part of the Russell Agricultural Society Rules and Regulations #15 Sheep Exhibitors are entitled to the following Gate admission passes:
1 to 8 animals = 1 pass
9 or more animals = 2 passes.
In order to comply with the Canadian Sheep Identification Program, all sheep and lambs must be tagged with the C.S.I.P. ear tag. Any animal without this tag will be barred from showing and must be removed from the exhibition building.
There will be up to four individual purebred breed classes and one A.O.B. class. All other breeds will show in the A.O.B. class. A second A.O.B. class may be added at the discretion of the Committee if there are insufficient numbers for four individual breeds.
Under no circumstances should an animal exhibiting signs of transmittable disease be taken to the Russell Fair and Russell Fairgrounds. The show committee and other Fair officials have the right to refuse entry of any animal showing signs of an infectious skin disease (eg., warts, ringworm). If a vet check is required, it will be at the expense of the exhibitor.
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| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th | 7th | 8th | 9th & all others 10th |
| $75 | $60 | $50 | $40 | $35 | $30 | $25 | $20 | $15 $15 |
CLASSES:
Suffolk
Hampshire
Dorset
North Country Cheviot
Any Other Breed
Oxford
Southdown
Sections:
1. | Ewe – Yearling 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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2. | Ewe – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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3. | Pair of Ewes – Animals must have been shown in Section 1 or 2 – No Entry Fee Required
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4. | Ram – Yearling, 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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5. | Ram – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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6. | Get-of-Sire Born on property of exhibitor; group of 3 animals, full mouth milk teeth, by same sire Animals may or may not have been shown in previous classes.
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7. | Breeder’s Flock Bred & owned by exhibitor, group of 4 animals, both sexes represented Each animal must have been shown in one of the previous classes. All animals must be of the same breed
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Commercial Sheep (Crossbred or unregistered)
Sections:
1. | Ewe – "yearling" 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be inplace.
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2. | Ewe – Lamb – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place.
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JUNIOR SHEEP SHOW
Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:30 am. Special Costume Class will be held at 1:00 pm
SPECIAL AWARDS
Rosettes will be awarded Champion and Reserve Champion Showperson
RULES
a) General Rules and Regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. No Membership fee or entry fee required.
b) Participants may show in Class 1 OR 2 but not in both. Youth are encouraged to show their 4-H Project Lamb. Entry Sections 3-7 are open to all youth (4-H and non 4-H) and also open to Peewee Participants under 9 years of age.
Junior Sheep Show
| Prizes | ||||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
| $20.00 | $17.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 |
Sections:
1. | Breeding ewe lamb, purebred or commercial. Lamb must be born Jan.1, 2026 or after. 4-H Project of participant or a peewee under 9 yrs old. |
2. | Market, ewe lamb or wether lamb between 75 lbs and 110 lbs 4-H Project of participant or a peewee under 9 yrs old. |
3. | Showmanship PEEWEE – up to and including 8 years old as of Jan 1, 2026 |
4. | Showmanship NOVICE – 9 to 11 years old as of Jan 1, 2026 |
5. | Showmanship JUNIOR – 12 to 15 years old as of January 1, 2026 |
6. | Showmanship SENIOR – 16 to 21 years old as of January 1, 2026 |
7. | Special Costume Class – You and Your Lamb Ewe and Your Lamb is a Special Costume Class held at 1:pm for youth 16 and under. Dress up both yourself and your lamb in coordinating costumes! Lambs should be shown on a halter. Judging is based on originality of costumes and coordination of exhibitor and lamb. |
Persons with Disabilities
Class 15 – Persons with Disabilities
This category is open to any individual who is physically or developmentally challenged.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
- Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
- All exhibits must be tagged and numbered before coming into the arena. The Curling Club will open Wednesday, Aug. 12 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm and Thursday, Aug 13 from 8:00 am to 9:00 am for dropping off tagged exhibits.
- No admission to the curling club while judging is in progress.
- Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list.
- Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- NOTE for Pickup on Sunday Aug 16 the Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 p.m. in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits then can be picked up between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Classes:
1. | Article made with Lego |
2. | Picture painted or colored (displayed on Bristol Board) must be drawn by exhibitor |
3. | Decorate a Pet Rock |
4. | Foot Creature, trace & cut out your foot print, decorate as a creature. You can use more than one foot cut out |
5. | Create inukshuk with stones, rocks, pebbles, glued together. Not to exceed 12" x 12" |
6. | Decorate your on clay flower pot. |
7. | Animal craft using egg cartons |
Super Gymkhana Western Games
FRIDAY, August 15, 2025
COMMITTEE: Emily McNulty 613-601-1228
This is a sport of patterned horse racing consisting of timed speed events designed to display precise, controlled actions and tight teamwork between horse and rider. The sport includes such events as pole bending where horse and mounted rider run a weaving or serpentine path around poles arranged in a line and barrel racing where the horse and rider attempt to complete a cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time.
ENTRY FEES:
Open (any age): $8 / class
Senior (19 yrs and older in current year): $8 / class
Youth (14-18 yrs in current year): $4 / class
Pee Wee/Leadline (13 yrs in current year): No Charge
RULES:
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society and the Shilo Riding Club apply.
- Proper Western attire consisting of a Western shirt with a collar (sleeveless shirts are not permitted), long pants, Western hat or helmet and Western boots with a minimum ½” tall heel are required for competition. Shirts must be buttoned while in the ring.
- Helmets are mandatory for Leadline, Peewee, and youth riders and strongly encouraged for Senior.
- All riders must sign a hold harmless agreement. Agreements for riders ages 18 years and under must be signed by a parent or guardian. This form will be attached to confirmation email – to be printed and signed – bring to the show.
- All entries must include $2,000,000 proof of liability insurance.
- Although negative Coggins Test results are not required, it is strongly recommended that exhibitors have all horses fully vaccinated and Coggins tested for their protection and for that of others exhibitors.
- A class will not be run if there are less than three (3) entries.
- Interference or complaints to the judge will not be tolerated. Sportsmanlike conduct is always required.
- Riders can only show a maximum of two (2) horses per class. Horses may only be entered once per event per class (Leadline excluded).
- Time faults & penalties: Barrel, Pole and or Marker Knockdown: no time (N/T). A five (5) second penalty will be assessed if the helmet or hat is not on exhibitor for the entire time in the ring.
- Warm up will take place prior to the start of the Leadline class. Leadline will start at 10:00 am.
- If the parent/coach needs to be in the ring with the rider, he or she is required to be Leadline class. Leadline classes will be run on a shortened course.
- If you enter early and need to make changes, please do so via e-mail. If you simply make another entry, the meaning or the message may not be understood.
- Entries must be made online at www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair no later than August 13th at 11.59pm.
- Gate Admission:
- Each rider 13 and under gets one pass per rider plus an additional adult pass.
- Each rider 14 and over gets one pass.
- Trailers must enter at the South Gate exit North Gate.
PRIZES:
Open/Senior (1D) – $50, $40, $30, $20, $10
Senior Classes (2D) – D1: $50, $40, $30 – D2: $20, $15, $10
Youth Classes (1D) – $25, $20, $15, $10, $5
Youth Classes (2D) – D1: $25, $20, $15 – D2: $10, $7.50, $5
PeeWee Classes – $10, $8, $6, $4, $2
Leadline – Ribbon
Peewee, Youth & Senior High Point – Belt Buckles
Notes:
Points will be awarded in PeeWee for Barrels, Dash, Keyhole.
Points will be awarded for Youth and Senior classes for Barrels, Dash, Keyhole, Flag and Pole Bending.
CLASSES:
Leadline (13 year and younger in current year)
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
Peewee (13 years and younger in current year)
Sponsorship: $90.00, SHILO RIDING CLUB, PeeWee Division of Super Gymkhana
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
Youth (14-18 years in current year)
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
4. | Flag |
5. | Pole Bending |
Senior (19 years and older in current year)
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
4. | Flag |
5. | Pole Bending |
Open (any age) – TEAMS
Sections:
1. | TEAM – Relay |
2. | TEAM – Pickup |