Wisconsin State Fair

Now-Sun., Aug. 15 If you’d like to attend the Wisconsin State Fair to see judging, eat cream puffs or just spend time with friends and/or family–there are a few days left!

Rock County 4-H Fair is Next Week! Tuesday, July 27-August 1

The theme for this year’s Rock County 4-H Fair is “Bringing Back the Magic of the Rock County 4-H Fair.” https://www.rockcounty4hfair.com/ Let’s face it, there is nothing like the fair! Plan to share in the fun and excitement of the fair by supporting our Rock County 4-H Fair exhibitors of all ages. There will be exciting […]

Rock County 4-H Fair Cloverbud Judges’ Information

Rock County 4-H Fair Cloverbud Judges’ Information (Submitted by Maureen Fox-Rusch, Rock County 4-H Fair) Are you age 14 and older and interested in judging our youngest exhibitors’ projects?  We are looking for volunteers to fill three two-hour shifts in the Block Building on Tuesday, July 27 between noon and 6pm.  It’s a great way […]

IMPORTANT – Rocket Launch & Small Engine Judging Information!

The following information is from Jon Swenson about the judging location for this weekend. While the rocket launch will still be at Thresherman’s Park we will be at a slightly different location on the grounds.  Please come to the area circled and use the County M entrance.  There apparently will be a big tractor pull […]

Wisconsin State Fair Positions Available!

Have you, or someone you know, always wanted to see what it is like behind the scenes at Wisconsin State Fair? This is your opportunity! The Agriculture Department is hiring hardworking and fun individuals (and lodging may be available)! The 2021 Wisconsin State Fair dates are August 5-15. If interested, please email entryoffice@wistatefair.com with your name, […]

Wisconsin State Fair’s All for One Goat Show

Entries are open for the “All for One Goat Show” on Sat., August 7! The All for One Livestock Show is for youth (between 8-17 years of age) with an intellectual disability. Each participant learns how to care for and show the animal before competing. Participants will be paired with two youth mentors and a goat […]

Rock County 4-H Fair Association Information

(Submitted by Ronna Ballmer) Anyone, ages 18 & up, who has an interest in the Rock County 4-H Fair, may join the Rock County 4-H Fair Association by signing the register in the Rock County 4-H Fair Office (located on the fairgrounds).   4-H leaders, parents, past exhibitors, and fairgoers may join the Association and […]

Rock County 4-H Fair Cloverbud Judges Needed

(Submitted by Maureen Fox-Rusch, Rock County 4-H Fair)  Ever wanted to try your hand at judging?  Cloverbud Judges are needed for the Rock County 4-H Fair.  4–H and FFA members who are ages 14 and up will be able to volunteer to judge our youngest members’ exhibits on Tuesday, July 27 during Cloverbud Judging in […]

4-H Club Banners Exhibited at the Rock County 4-H Fair

The Rock County 4-H Fair is just over six weeks away! It’s time to think about whether your 4-H club’s banner needs repairing or replacing. (Banners are kept at the Extension Office.) Now is the perfect time to form a committee and work on a banner if your club doesn’t have one yet. Please reference the club banner guidelines (https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/4hrock/files/2011/05/Club-banner-guidelines.pdf) before starting. It would […]

Rock County 4-H Fair Announces Fair Royalty Candidates

Congratulations and good luck to each of the seven Rock County 4-H Fair Royalty Candidates! Here is the link to the article in the Gazette Extra. https://www.gazettextra.com/news/local/rock-county-4-h-fair-announces-fair-royalty-candidates/article_adc907ff-2f36-5c6b-a64b-442a71b1f7fd.html

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