Exhibitors

All entries must be registered online using the assist expo link below:

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 [email protected].

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

  1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
  2. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
  3. Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
  4. 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.
  5. Baked products are to be displayed on a small disposable plate and inserted into a zip top plastic bag.
  6. Recipe to be included on a small recipe card attached to all baked products.
  7. All other rules as stated in the adult division of the Culinary Arts class apply.
  8. 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.

Chocolate Chips Cookies, 5 on a paper plate

2.

Chocolate Chip Muffins, 3 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

  1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
  2. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
  3. Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
  4. 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.
  5. All other rules as stated in the adult division of the Handcraft class apply.
  6. 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.

Any new craft from a 4H meeting

4-H CLOVERBUDS Crafts (ages 6 to 8 as of January 1, 2026)

2.

Tye-dyed article

4-H CLOVERBUDS Crafts (ages 6 to 8 as of January 1, 2026)

3.

Wire Art

4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026)

4.

Bird house made from scratch

4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026)

5.

Painted Quilt Block made at a 4H meeting

4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026)

6.

Sewn Pillowcase

4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026)

7.

Crochet item

4-H JUNIOR Crafts (Age 9 to 14 as of January 1, 2026)

8.

Wire Art

4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026)

9.

Bird house made from scratch

4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026)

10.

Painted Quilt Block made at a 4H meeting

4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026)

11.

Sewn Pillowcase

4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026)

12.

Crochet item

4-H SENIOR Crafts (Age 15 and older as of January 1, 2026)

CLASS 14D – 4H Posters

RULES

  1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
  2. Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
  3. Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
  4. 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.
  5. The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to disassemble 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.

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

4-H 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.

4-H 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

4-H JUNIOR Poster (age 9 to 14 as of January 1)

4.

Poster of photography A collection of 10 photos, mounted & labelled

4-H 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

4-H 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

4-H 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.

4-H 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

4-H SENIOR Poster (age 15 & over as of January 1)

9.

Poster of photography A collection of 10 photos, mounted & labelled

4-H 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

4-H SENIOR Poster (age 15 & over as of January 1)

CLASS 14E 4H Exhibits

RULES

  1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
  2. Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
  3. Exhibitors must be a member of a 4-H Club in Ontario and use their 4H number as membership number.
  4. 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.
  5. The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to disassemble 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.

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.

CLASS 9 – AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

COMMITTEE

Karen Lovenuk 613-445-3371

RULES

  1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
  2. Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society.
  3. Memberships ($12) and entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or [email protected].
  4. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Unless otherwise stated, the exhibitor must grow all vegetables and produce.
  8. Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
  9. All exhibits must be in the quantities specified.
  10. Entry tags must be attached to the plate.
  11. 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.
  12. In lieu of the entry fee 10% will be deducted from winnings over $10.
Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
1st2nd3rd
$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.

Cabbage, 1, any variety

5.

Carrots, 3, not over 7 cm, 1.5 cm tops showing, carefully washed

6.

Carrots, 3, not over 17 cm, 1.5 cm tops showing, carefully washed

7.

Sweet Corn, 3, named, Remove 1/3 of the husk and silk from tip to base

8.

Cucumbers, 3, slicing, over 15 cm, Short stem attached

9.

Dill, 3 stems 30 cm long, in a container

10.

Garlic, 3 heads,stem and roots trimmed to approx. 1.5 cm

11.

Herbs, 3 varieties, labelled, fresh in water

12.

Kale, 3 stems in water

13.

Onions, 3, diameter of 6-9cm, roots and top trimmed to approx. 1.5 cm

14.

Parsley, 3 stems in a glass jar

15.

Peas, 5 pods, stem and calyx attached

16.

Peppers, 3, red or green, 1.5 cm stem attached

17.

Peppers, 3, hot, 1.5 cm stem attached

18.

Potatoes, 3, white, brushed clean, not washed.

19.

Potatoes, 3, red, brushed clean, not washed.

20.

Radishes, 4, leaves left on

21.

Summer squash, 1, named

22.

Tomatoes, 5 cherry type, calyx attached

23.

Tomatoes, 3, for slicing, red, calyx attached

25.

Zucchini,3, 15-30 cm in length, short stem attached

24.

Tomatoes, 3, Roma

26.

Any other vegetable not listed

27.

Vegetable display, 30 cm x 40 cm, using a minimum of 5 vegetables

Need not be grown by exhibitor

28.

Collection of Gourds, 4, displayed in a basket

29.

Oddity of Nature – unusual or odd-shapped vegetable.

30.

Tiniest Fruit or Vegetable, 1

31.

Longest Carrot

32.

Longest Cucumber

33.

Largest Potato

34.

Largest Tomato

35.

Longest Zucchini

CLASS 9A – JUNIOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

COMMITTEE

Karen Lovenuk 613-445-3371

RULES

  1. Junior Exhibitors membership is free!
  2. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
  3. Entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or [email protected].
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Unless otherwise stated, the exhibitor must grow all vegetables and produce.
  7. Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
  8. All exhibits must be in the quantities specified.
  9. Entry tags must be attached to the plate.
  10. 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

Agricultural Products – Junior Division

Prizes
1st2nd3rd4th
$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, named, brushed clean, not washed

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

CLASS 13 – ANTIQUES

COMMITTEE

George & Judy James 613-445-5690

This Class will be manned at all times and is graciously hosted by the Russell Historical Society.

SPECIAL AWARDS

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.

RULES

    1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
    2. Three (3) articles per exhibitor are allowed.
    3. Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
    4. OR by contacting the Fair Office at 613-445-1742, [email protected]. for Entry tags & exhibitor number.
    5. Entries to be placed in the Russell Curling Rink on Wednesday, August 12 between 6:30 and 8:00 pm, or Thursday August 13, between 8:00 and 9:30 am. Entries must be removed on Sunday, August 16, between 4:00 and 5:00 pm.

Antiques

Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th10th
$50.00$40.00$30.00$20.00$10.00$10.00$10.00$10.00$10.00$10.00

Sections:

13.

"Children of the Olden Days" Entries should be related to children or youth in some way.

Suggestions are baby items, school items, games, clothing, photos. A short history of the item may be included.

CLASS 8 – COMMERCIAL FEATURES

COMMITTEE

Rudy Schoeni 613-443-2410

SPECIAL AWARD: HANK STAAL MEMORIAL TROPHY

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.

RULES

  1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
  2. Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society.
  3. Memberships ($12) and entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or [email protected].
  4. Enter online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair OR items can be dropped off Thursday 13th by 12 noon. Deadline for entries is Thursday, August 13th, 2026 at noon.
  5. One entry per exhibitor in any section.
  6. Exhibits must be placed at the South Door of the Curling Club in the hands of the committee by Wednesday, August 12th between 6:30 pm – 8:00:pm or Thursday, August 13th by 12 noon.
  7. Entries to be removed on Sunday, August 16th between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.
  8. In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors have 10% deducted from winning over $10.
    Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
    1st2nd3rd4th5th
    $50.00$40.00$30.00$20.00$11.00

    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 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 pm. 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 4:30 pm and 5:30 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)
        1st2nd3rd4th
        $6.00$5.00$4.00$3.00

        Section 1:

        1.

        Best of Show – CHEDDAR TWISTS

        Use recipe found in the Prize Listing

        Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
        1st2nd3rd
        $25.00$15.00$10.00

        This recipe makes 12 twists but only 6 on a paper plate is required for exhibiting.

        2-1/2 to 3 cups of all-purpose flour

        3 tbsp sugar

        2 packages of Fleischmann’s Quick Rise Instant Yeast

        1 tsp salt

        2/3 cup evaporated milk

        1/2 cup water

        1-1/2 cups grated old cheddar cheese

        1 egg white, lightly beaten with 1 tbsp water

        Grated parmesan cheese

        In large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, undissolved yeast, and salt. Heat milk and water until very warm (120 to 130 degrees F/ or 50 – 55 degrees C); stir into ingredients. Stir in cheese 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.

        Divide dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece to 14-inch rope; fold each rope in half and pinch ends to seal. Twist each rope two to three times. Place on large, greased baking sheet. Cover; let rise in warm, draft free place until doubled, about 20 to 40 minutes.

        Brush loaves with egg white; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 400 degrees F for 10 to 15 minutes or until done. Remove from baking sheet; let cool on wire racks.

        Prizes for Sections 2-57 (10% kept by the fair)

        1st

        2nd

        3rd

        4th

        $6

        $5

        $4

        $3

        BREADS, BUNS, ROLLS, LOAVES & MUFFINS:

        For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used.

        2.

        Bread, white, entire crust, 1 loaf, 24 hours old, not using a bread machine

        3.

        Bread, 60% whole wheat, entire crust, 1 loaf, 24 hours old, not using bread machine

        The winning exhibitors will be asked to exhibit at the district level

        4.

        Sourdough Bread, 1/2 loaf

        5.

        Raison Bread, 1/2 loaf

        6.

        Cinnamon buns – 4, baked together OR rolls, 3, baked separately

        7.

        Savoury Tea biscuits, with cheese, 3

        8.

        Honey Raison Scones, 3

        9.

        Lemon Cranberry Muffins, 3

        10.

        Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, 3

        11.

        Blueberry Muffins 3

        12.

        Apple Muffins, 3

        13.

        Lemon loaf, no nuts, glazed, 1/2 loaf

        14.

        Cranberry banana loaf, no nuts or raisins, 1/2 loaf

        COOKIES, SQUARES & CAKES:

        Exhibiting Tips: SQUARES approx. 1-1/2″ square; BARS approx. 1-1/2 ” x1″ rectangular, clean cut and no outside edges. COOKIES approx. 2″ to 1-1/2″

        15.

        Snickerdoodles, 5

        16.

        Gluten Free Cookies, 5

        17.

        Chocolate Chip Cookies, 5

        18.

        Lemon squares, 3

        19.

        Raspberry Squares, 3

        20.

        Brownies, not iced, 3, maximum approximately 2" square

        21.

        Hawaiian Dream Squares, 3

        22.

        Cupcakes, 4, decorated, judged on appearance ONLY

        23.

        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.

        24.

        Apple pie, double crust, 1/6 of a piece of pie

        25.

        Butter tarts, with raisins, no nuts, 3.

        26.

        Blueberry pie, double crust, 1/6 of a piece of pie

        JAMS, JELLIES & PICKLES:

        Exhibiting Tips: Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml Mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml. Headspace should be 1/4 inches

        Home Canning – Best of Show Award

        Judge’s choice of best overall home canning entry from all 1st place canning sections. To qualify, all winning competition entries be submitted in mason jars with properly sealed two-piece metal SNAP lids.

        Prized donated by Rod Fleming, Giant Tiger Manager – a case of 125 ml glass jars.

        27.

        Applesauce

        28.

        Strawberry Jam

        29.

        Rhubarb-pineapple jam

        30.

        Marmalade, any variety

        31.

        Raspberry Sauce – No Certo

        32.

        Blueberry Sauce – No Certo

        33.

        Plum Sauce, No Certo

        34.

        Crabapple Jelly

        35.

        Red pepper jelly

        36.

        Bread and butter pickles

        37.

        Salsa, medium

        38.

        Green relish

        39.

        Cucumber dill pickles with garlic

        40.

        Beet pickles

        41.

        Mustard relish

        42.

        BBQ Sauce

        43.

        Pesto

        44.

        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.

        MAPLE SYRUP, HONEY AND EGGS – OPEN TO AMATEURS ONLY:

        45.

        Maple Syrup – Amber

        in a 250 ml clear glass container

        46.

        Maple Syrup – Light

        in a 250 ml clear glass container

        47.

        Maple Syrup – Dark

        in a 250 ml clear glass container

        48.

        Honey – Light

        in a 500 ml clear glass container

        49.

        Honey – Golden

        in a 500 ml clear glass container

        50.

        Eggs – Large Brown

        6 large in an egg carton

        51.

        Eggs – Large White

        6 large in an egg carton

        52.

        Eggs – Large Mixed Colour

        6 large in an egg carton

        OTHERS:

        53.

        Fudge, exhibitor’s choice, 4 pieces

        54.

        The Worst Flop

        Any of the above culinary art entries attempted but did not turn out.

        55.

        President’s Choice – Rhubarb cake, 4"x4", piece, not iced, no end piece, displayed on paper plate.

        Judged by Liz O’Gorman-Smit, President of the Russell Agricultural Society

        56.

        Seniors Only (over 60) – Single serving of your favorite recipe

        57.

        Director’s Challenge – CHEWY MAPLE COOKIES

        Open to Russell Fair Board Directors ONLY.

        Use following recipe:

        1/2 cup margarine, softened

        1 cup packed brown sugar

        1/2 tsp vanilla

        1 egg

        1/2 cup maple syrup

        1-1/2 cups flour

        2 tsp baking powder

        1/2 tsp plain salt

        Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

        In a mixing bowl, cream margarine and brown sugar. Beat in the egg, syrup and vanilla until well blended.

        In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the creamed mixture. Drop by spoonful 2 inches apart on a greased baking sheet.

        Bake for 10-12 minutes.

        CLASS 10A – JUNIOR CULINARY ARTS

        COMMITTEE

        Eileen Blenkarn 613-445-2601

        Ina Henry, Marjorie Dugdale, Karen Lovenuk

        SPECIAL AWARDS

        1. 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.
        2. 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

        1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
        2. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
        3. 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.
        4. 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.
        5. Place baked goods on white paper plates and wrap well in clear plastic bags.
        6. Muffins and cupcakes for showing must be presented without liners.
        7. The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to disassemble the Exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Sunday, August 16. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
        8. All other rules as stated in the adult division of the culinary arts class apply.

        Please enter only in your age category.

        Print your age on the exhibit entry tag.

        Culinary Arts – Junior Division

        Prizes
        1st2nd3rd4th
        $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

        CATTLE SHOW

        SUNDAY, August 16, 12:00 (noon)

        Committee: Mike Bols

        Rules for Cattle Shows

        1. No entry fees but 15% Fair Share will be deducted from Winnings.
        2. Entries must be made online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (midnight)
        3. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society and Federal Dairy Cattle Classifications will apply to all exhibitors.
        4. All exhibitors winning will have $12 deducted for a 2026 Russell Agricultural Society membership.
        5. All entries must be registered in the name of the exhibitor on or before the closing date of entries.
        6. Each exhibitor may show a maximum of ten animals plus two 4-H calves.
        7. 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:
        8. Junior Female: 1st – 10; 2nd – 9; 3rd – 8; 4th – 7; 5th – 6.
        9. 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.
        10. Exhibitors of cattle MUST provide proof of liability insurance coverage of at least $2,000,000 or entries will be refused.
        11. 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)
        1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th10th
        $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

        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

        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

        1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
        2. Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society.
        3. Memberships ($12) and entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or [email protected].
        4. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
        5. 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.
        6. 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.
        7. Plants and flowers must be grown by the exhibitor unless otherwise stipulated.
        8. Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
        9. 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 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
        10. 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)
        1st2nd3rd
        $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

        Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
        1st2nd3rd
        $10.00$6.00$4.00
        Prize money donated by the Russell and District Horticultural Society

        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)
        1st2nd3rd
        $10.00$9.00$8.00

        41.

        "Oh Canada" – Arrangement using red and white flowers.

        42.

        Coffee Time – An arrangement in a coffee mug.

        43.

        Thinking Outside the Vase – An arrangement using creative container.

        44.

        Quilt Block – Using cut flowers in an 8" square pan.

        45.

        Ditch Rambling – An arrangement using roadside plant material.

        46.

        Floating Bloom – One bloom floating in a clear glass bowl of water.

        47.

        Woodn’t You! – An arrangement incorporating wood, twigs and mosses

        Sponsorship: $10.00 – Russell & District Horticultural Society

        48.

        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 [email protected].

        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 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 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
          1st2nd3rd4th
          $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.

          "Playtime" – an arrangement of fresh flowers in a child’s toy.

          8.

          Fairy Garden – you can use any receptacle you want to create your Fairy Garden. Pink & Yellow are the main colors.

          You can use other colors to show off your Fairy Garden. Minimum of 2 blooms. Be Creative!

          AGES 9-13:

          9.

          "Playtime" – an arrangement of fresh flowers in a child’s toy.

          10.

          A birthday card made with pressed flowers and seeds.

          Sponsorship: $10.00 – Russell & District Horticultural Society

          11.

          A wildflower collection, shown in a container of water.

          12.

          Dish Garden – Pink & Yellow are the main colors; you can use other colors to show off your Dish Garden

          Minimum of 2 blooms. Be Creative!

          13.

          My Favorite Flower – 3 stems with greenery in a recycled container of water.

          Sponsorship: $20.00 – Pegi Holtz

          AGES 14-18:

          14.

          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

          15.

          A summer themed table decoration using fresh or dried flowers.

          16.

          Back to School – a floral arrangement not to exceed 8" in any direction.

          17.

          "Holiest Hosta" – 1 leaf, any variety

          18.

          My Favorite Flower – 3 stems with greenery in a recycled container of water.

          Sponsorship: $20.00 – Louise Houle

          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

          1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
          2. Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society.
          3. Memberships ($12) and entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or [email protected].
          4. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
          5. 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.
          6. 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.
          7. Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor. No admission to the club while judging is in progress.
          8. The same article can be exhibited for two years only. Articles must be clean if entered for the second year or new.
          9. Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
          10. 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.
          11. In lieu of entry fee 10% will be deducted from winnings over $10.

          Handcrafts

          Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
          1st2nd3rd
          $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".

          Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
          1st2nd3rd
          $25.00$15.00$10.00

          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)
          1st2nd3rd
          $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

          1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
          2. Junior Exhibitors membership is free!
          3. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
          4. Entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or [email protected].
          5. 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.
          6. 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.
          7. 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.
          8. All other rules as stated in the adult division of the handcrafts class apply.

            Handcrafts – Junior Division

            Prizes
            1st2nd3rd4th
            $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)
            1st2nd3rd
            $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)
            1st2nd3rd
            $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)
            1st2nd3rd
            $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)
            1st2nd3rd
            $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)
            1st2nd3rd
            $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)
            1st2nd3rd
            $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.

            Prizes (10% kept by the fair)
            1st2nd3rd
            $25 Gift card $15 Gift card $10 Gift card

            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

            Contact No: 613-898-6365 – Lois

            JUDGE: Cameron MacGregor

            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 9:00 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.

              Prizes (20% kept by the fair)

              1st

              2nd

              3rd

              4th

              5th

              6th

              7th

              8th

              9th & all others

              $75

              $60

              $50

              $40

              $35

              $30

              $25

              $20

              $15

              CLASSES:

              Suffolk

              Hampshire

              Dorset

              North Country Cheviot

              Any Other Breed

              Oxford

              Southdown

              Prizes (20% kept by the fair)
              1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th
              $75.00$60.00$50.00$40.00$35.00$30.00$25.00$20.00$15.00

              Sections:

              1.

              Ewe – Yearling 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be in place

              2.

              Ewe – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place

              3.

              Pair of Ewes – Animals must have been shown in Section 1 or 2 – No Entry Fee Required

              Prizes (20% kept by the fair)
              1st2nd3rd
              $25.00$15.00$10.00

              4.

              Ram – Yearling, 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be in place

              5.

              Ram – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place

              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.

              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

              Commercial Sheep (Crossbred or unregistered)

              Prizes (20% kept by the fair)
              1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th
              $75.00$60.00$50.00$40.00$35.00$30.00$25.00$20.00$15.00

              Sections:

              1.

              Ewe – "yearling" 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be inplace.

              2.

              Ewe – Lamb – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place.

              JUNIOR SHEEP SHOW

              Saturday, August 15, 2026 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) Youth are encouraged to show their 4-H Project Lamb.

              c) All Sections are open to all Youth Participants (4-H and non 4-H).

              Junior Sheep Show

              Prizes
              1st2nd3rd4th5th
              $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.

              2.

              Market, ewe lamb or wether lamb between 75 lbs and 110 lbs

              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 Jan 1, 2026

              6.

              Showmanship SENIOR – 16 to 21 years old as of Jan 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.

              Class 15 – Persons with Disabilities

              This category is open to any individual who is physically or developmentally challenged.

              RULES

              1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
              2. Entry tags are available from the Fair Office (613-445-1742) or [email protected].
              3. Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (midnight).
              4. 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.
              5. No admission to the curling club while judging is in progress.
              6. Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list.
              7. Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
              8. 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 4:30 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

              FRIDAY, August 14th, 2026

              COMMITTEE: Emily McNulty 613-601-1228

              Registration will be done completely via the shiloridingclub.com website. Registration closes Wednesday August 12th at 9:00 pm. NO late entries will be accepted. Prepaid entries are strongly recommended and can be sent to [email protected] until registration closes. Cash payment permitted day of between 8:00am – 9:00am. NO late payment accepted.

              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 (CASH ONLY):

              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:

              1. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society and the Shilo Riding Club apply.
              2. 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.
              3. Helmets are mandatory for Leadline, Peewee, and youth riders and strongly encouraged for Senior.
              4. 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 available on the shiloridingclub.com website and MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE registration closes. Entries made without a liability form WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
              5. All entries must include $2,000,000 proof of liability insurance.
              6. 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.
              7. A class will not be run if there are less than three (3) entries.
              8. Interference or complaints to the judge will not be tolerated. Sportsmanlike conduct is always required.
              9. Riders can only show a maximum of two (2) horses per class. Horses may only be entered once per event per class (Leadline excluded).
              10. 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.
              11. Warm up will take place prior to the start of the Leadline class – 8:00am – 9:00am. Leadline will start at 10:00 am.
              12. 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.
              13. If you enter early and need to make changes, please do so via e-mail to [email protected]. If you simply make another entry, the meaning or the message may not be understood.
              14. Entries must be made online at https://sites.google.com/view/shiloridingclub/russell-fair no later than August 13th at 9:00pm. NO late entries will be accepted. Ensure to read all the rules and regulations regarding registration,
              15. Gate Admission:
                1. Each rider 13 and under gets one pass per rider plus an additional adult pass.
                2. Each rider 14 and over gets one pass.
              16. 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 for PeeWee, 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: $120.00, SHILO RIDING CLUB, PeeWee Division of Super Gymkhana

              Sections:

              1.

              Poles

              2.

              Barrels

              3.

              Dash

              4.

              Flag

              5.

              Keyhole

              Youth (14-18 years in current year)

              Sections:

              1.

              Poles

              2.

              Barrels

              3.

              Dash

              4.

              Flag

              5.

              Keyhole

              Senior (19 years and older in current year)

              Sections:

              1.

              Poles

              2.

              Barrels

              3.

              Dash

              4.

              Flag

              5.

              Keyhole

              Open (any age) – TEAMS

              Sections:

              1.

              TEAM – Relay

              2.

              TEAM – Pickup

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