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Clark County Clover Leaf Michael Rusin Extension Clark County Lori Hendrickson 4-H Coordinator 517 Court Street, Room 104 Administrative Assistant / 4-H Support michael.rusin@wisc.edu Neillsville, WI 54456 lori.hendrickson@co.clark.wi.us 715-743-5121 https:clark.extension.wisc.edu/

In the June Issue . . . Page 2 ................................................... YQCA Certificates Sheep Weigh In Page 3 ............................................ 4H Pet Zoom Pictures Page 4 - 5 .............................. Activities and Experiments Page 5 ............................... 4-H Summer Camp (in a box) Page 6 ....................Beef Fitting and Showing (new date) Page 7 ......................................................... 4-H Club News Puzzle Me This Page 8 .................. 4-H Leaders Federation May Minutes 4-H Zoom Scavenger Hunt 4-H Zoom Harry Potter Escape Room Page 9 ....................................................... Fair Information Page 10 ......................................... Fair Entry Information Page 11 - 12 ......................... June - September Calendars

ALL 4-H county sponsored events and activities are cancelled through June.

The Clark County Fair Board is seeking volunteers to assist with this year’s fair, taking place on August 5 – 9 in Neillsville. These positions are volunteers of the Fair and the Fair Board - not 4H - and will assist with executing the junior fair portion of the Clark County Fair. The pay isn’t great – in fact it’s all volunteer work. But - you get a free meal* for the shift you work and free pass* for the day you are working. What more could you ask for? And... you would be supporting our youth exhibitors in more ways than you know! We need help on the following days, with a variety of tasks. Tuesday evening Checking exhibits in Wednesday* Scribing/entering results Thursday* Helping as needed Friday* Helping as needed Saturday* Helping as needed Sunday afternoon Releasing exhibits These jobs are easy to do and do not require much physical

labor If this is something you might be interested in doing, or have questions about please contact: Lori, Fair Support 715-743-5122 Chris North, Fair President 715-937-5553. Thank you in advance for your consideration of this request and your support of Clark County 4-H and FFA

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Congratulations to Emily Wehrman, Beaver Center/Jolly Workers who submitted answers for the Brain Teaser and Riddle that was in the May

newsletter. We only had two winning entries this month.

Emily’s prize is a coupon for a free 4-H burger at the 4-H Foodstand for the 2020 fair (or 2021 if needed).

Thanks for participating.

The winning answers were:

BRAIN TEASER RIDDLES 1. Misunderstood 1. A sponge 2. Walk in the park 2. Lunch and Supper 3. 1 in a million 3. Towel 4. Looking backwards 4. A hole 5. You’re under arrest 5. Clock 6. Stand beside me 6. Bed 7. Walking on thin ice 7. Piano 8. I see you understand 8. An egg 9. Belong

Attention Market Sheep Exhibitors

Initial weigh in for market sheep is

Saturday, June 6 River Country Coop - Greenwood

(formerly Heartland) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Participants must stay in their cars

until they get to the scale.

Only one person should get out of car to weigh animals.

REMEMBER TO KEEP 6 FEET APART

Remember to call Lori and let her know how many

sheep you will be weighing in 715-743-5122

If you need a copy of your YQCA certificate (number):

1. Go to https://yqca.learngrow.io/Account/Login 2. Sign in with your 4-H online info 3. Click on the box that corresponds to your child

age as of Jan 1st 4. The correct age box will also say 'completed' at

the top of it and will have a gold colored star that says 'certified' next to it (the above will only show if you have indeed completed and been certified)

5. When the next screen opens select the correct

info for your child 6. Click 'save changes' 7. At the top of the next screen will be a 'print

certificate' button

FACEBOOK TRANSITION

In order to lessen confusion between our social media resources the Chris Clover Clark- County

profile will be terminated by the end of June.

BUT don't worry, we will save all the pictures posted here and transfer those to the new page as

well!

Thank you all for your patience and willingness to adapt to change during these difficult times.

Clark County 4-H Team

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Kelcy Jakobi and Sophie

Mallory Jakobi. Max & Bella

Jacob Raatz with Willa

Ella Raatz with Pleasant Crash

Jacob Kopp with Wilma and Fred

Jillian Rueth and Clementine

Jarrett Rueth with Duke and Chase

Stephanie Wilcox and Tiger

4-h Pet Zoom

Abigail Backaus and Elly

Emily Gerhardt and Hosana

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Mentos & Soda Car When Mentos are mixed with a fizzy drink, something incredible happens. In the pursuit of science (and records), sometimes things have to get messy… and when you mix Mentos with a fizzy drink, mess is one thing that’s guaranteed! Head outdoors and witness one of the coolest reactions you’ll see beyond the lab. In this activity, kids will build some kind of “car” (i.e. a platform with four wheels) and use the explosive power of Mentos mixed with soda to propel it as far as it will go. Supplies for Making Car (not limited to these items): Bottle of Coke Jar lids Fidget spinners Plastic tubes Plastic tub Cable ties Copper wire Mentos Activity Guidelines The vehicle can be of any design, but must have four wheels and be propelled solely by a Mentos and bottle of coke. Part of the challenge is finding the best design. A start line must be marked on the ground where the attempt takes place. The surface the car travels on must be reasonably hard and level – no slopes allowed! There must be no interference with the vehicle once the attempt has begun. If the vehicle hits any object during the journey, the attempt is disqualified. A clear video of the complete record attempt and measuring process must be submitted as evidence. The distance must be measured in a straight line from the start line to the closest edge of the vehicle once it has come to a rest. Background: The fluid continuity equation: when a moving fluid is forced through a tight space – such as a hole in a soda bottle cap – it will speed up. The reason that soda is so bubbly is because carbon dioxide gas (CO2) is pumped in to give the drink its fizz. The CO2 binds to the water molecules (H2O) in the soda, but only lightly. It doesn’t take very much for the CO2 to escape; that’s why the drink always foams up when you take off the lid. One thing that can speed up the release of the CO2 is dropping something into the soda. At first glance, Mentos appear smooth, but under a microscope, you’ll find that their surface is covered in tiny bumps and pits. The suspended CO2 breaks away from the water molecules by forming bubbles on another surface – a process known as “nucleation.” This sudden build-up of foamy liquid has to go somewhere, so naturally it seeks to get out of the bottle. Being forced out of the narrow neck means it comes out at high velocity, thanks to the wonders of fluid continuity. That’s what should give your bottle car its propulsion!

Tower of Hanoi The Tower of Hanoi is a topology puzzle that teaches math concepts to kids. Disks are stacked in order of smallest to largest on one of three posts and the goal is to recreate the tower on the third post. However, the challenge lies with two special rules: kids can only move one disk at a time and can only stack smaller disks on top of larger ones. Activity Steps 1. If using a wooden board, drill three holes spaced 3.5 inches apart.

If using a Styrofoam board, poke three holes using the wooden dowels spaced 3.5 inches apart..

2. Cut wooden dowels to 3 inches in length. 3. Using the hot glue gun, glue each dowel into the holes previously

made. Dowels may need to be held in place in order to dry correctly. 4. Cut a large circle out of a paper plate, then repeat with six other paper plates.

Important: each disk must be smaller in diameter than the one before it! 5. Stack the disks in size order (smallest to largest) on the first post. 6. Play and solve the puzzle, trying to recreate the first tower on the third post. Don’t forget the two special rules listed above!

(one more on the next page)

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Appreciating Different Abilities Sometimes when we see a person with visible disabilities, we may stare or look away because we don’t know how to react. We sometimes forget the person is a unique individual with the ability to contribute in a positive and caring way. This activity involves a sensitivity simulation activity to see what it is like to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” Supplies 3” x 5” index card & Pencil Directions This stroke simulation exercise will help you understand firsthand what it can feel like to complete a simple task with simulated stroke symptoms. 1. Print or write the following words on the index card (separate lines), but do not fill in your information just yet. Name Address Phone Number Email address 2. Put the pencil in your non-dominant hand (the hand you don’t write with). 3. Cross your legs at the knee with your right leg on top if you write with your right hand, or your left leg on top if you write with your left hand. 4. Move the foot of your leg that is on top in a counterclockwise direction. 5. While you continue to move your foot, complete the information requested on the card, either printing or writing with your non-dominant

hand. Keep your foot continually moving in that circular motion until you’ve completed your card. 6. Discuss the following with a family member or someone you trust. SHARE: How did you feel as you were trying to complete this task? REFLECT: Why is this simulation important when thinking about those with disabilities? GENERALIZE: How will this experience affect the way you interact with others? APPLY: What other experiences have shown you how someone else’s life is different from your own?

4-H Summer Camp (in a box) Lumberjacks: Building the Future

We are excited to offer some of the best parts of summer 4-H camp to you at home, through Camp in a Box! Check your email for the registration link. Inside the box there will be nature and STEM, arts and crafts, water games, campfire activities and more. All supplies you need will be included in the box (except water). Registration will be open until June 15 Boxes will be available for pick up the week of July 6 Families will be invoiced the end of June, payment is due prior to box pick-up $10.00 per family box (some activities will include supplies for one person to

complete, most for the family); $3.00 per additional youth

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LIVESTOCK EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS

As of this printing all face to face livestock educational sessions

scheduled through JUNE are canceled.

YQCA Will need to be completed online

(send a copy of your certificate to Lori for credit)

Beef Fitting and Showing Sunday, July 12

NEW DATE!!!!!!

Clark County Fairgrounds 2:00 p.m.

Youth are able to seek out livestock educational sessions online besides what is being offered through

Clark County.

On our webpage there is a link to the virtual farm tours also which can count as an educational credit

A verification form must be submitted for

ALL ON-LINE classes. Form must be hand written (if possible) and completed by the youth.

The form is available online at:

https://clark.extension.wisc.edu/educational-sessions/

Not sure how many educational points you still need - they are posted on the same link. It is updated weekly (or as needed)

Even though Clark County 4-H members are required to stay home during this pandemic,

clubs and learning opportunities can still exist via teleconferencing applications such as:

Zoom: available on pc and phone, free, 40 minute limit on group meetings, up to 100 participants: https://zoom.us/ WebEx: available on pc and phone, free, no limit on meeting time, up to 100 participants https://www.webex.com/ Free Conference Call: free conference calls, available on mobile devices, some presentation features https://www.freeconferencecall.com/

Facebook: search @Clark4H in the Facebook search bar to find the Clark County 4-H Wisconsin page. Contact Michael at Michael.rusin@wisc.edu to set up a private 4-H club group within the facebook page; he will create the group and set adult leaders in the group as administrators. This gives them the freedom to invite members to the group, edit events, make posts, etc. Facebook also allows free video chatting in groups!

Tractor Safety

As of today all tractor safety courses are being postponed until

there is more information available from the state.

We will do a news release once we

have more information.

Attention Horse Project Members

2020 Scheduled Clinics Clark County Fairgrounds, Neillsville

In-person clinics for JUNE and JULY have been cancelled and will be going to an on-line format. Keep checking the facebook page.

Minutes from the Horse Kick Off can be viewed at: https://clark.extension.wisc.edu/minutes/

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Loyal Lads & Lassies / May / Leah Kayhart Thank you to everyone who participated in the Hoards Dairyman Judging contest. Sheep weigh in will be Saturday June 6th in Greenwood at River Country Coop. All summer camps are canceled. There will be no dairy breakfast this year. Tractor Safety classes are postponed. Fairy entry online is now open and you can do that at any time. We are working on June Dairy Month promotions. The brat fry scheduled for June 25 is still pending, stay tuned for more information. Check the Cloverleaf for other announcements. Congrats to Trevyn on receiving the Livestock Sale Scholarship and the 4-H Scholarship. We would like to CONGRATULATE our 4-H Seniors: Trevyn Wilke, Maddie Raese, and Kaden Verhulst. Rock Creek Rangers / May / Candy Turnquist (leader) We had our meeting on Zoom Sunday, May 17. Thank you to the families who joined, it was definitely different

but we did get some things discussed. Pledges led by Sawyer Turnquist and Bria Thomas Talked about making meetings more fun and interesting. we had some great suggestions and will use at our

meetings once we can be together. T-shirts are done for those who ordered, Candy has them. Will be planting flowers on Main street for the Main Street Committee on June 1 Fair enrollment is now open May 1 -July 1, 2020. Saw cow theme is "Dairy-Clark County Proud!" start thinking of ideas to put on our cow. Softball Sign-up - uncertain at this time but the Lions will have it if it is ok Next meeting is scheduled for June 14, 3:00 p.m. and it will be a zoom meeting again

Club News

PuZZle me this … 1. You can catch me but throw me – what am I? 2. I’m clean when I’m black; I’m dirty when I’m white – what am I? 3. I shoot but never kill – what am I? 4. What is higher without the head than with it? 5. What can you hold in your left hand, never in your right? 6. I have a thousand wheels, but I don’t move – what am I? 7. I can shave every day, but my beard will stay the same – what am I? 8. I do not eat food, but I enjoy a light meal everyday – what am I? 9. First you eat me, then you get eaten – what am I? 10. What has ten letters and starts with gas? 11. I am the beginning of everything, the end of everywhere. I am the beginning of eternity, the end of

time and space – what am I? 12. I have a single eye but cannot see – what am I? 13. I fly without wings – what am I? 14. What is at the end of a rainbow? 15. A boy and a doctor are fishing. The boy is the doctor’s son, however the doctor is not the boy’s father.

Who is the doctor? 16. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have 6 boys. Each boy has one sister. How many people are are there in the family? 17. A monkey, a squirrel and a bird are racing to the top of the coconut tree. Who do you think will get the

banana first? 18. Larry’s father has 5 sons. Ten, twenty, thirty, forty. What’s the name of his 5th son? 19. I am always pronounced wrong. What am I? 20. Take away my first letter, take away my second letter, take away all my letters, and I would remain the

same. What am I?

Email Lori (lori.hendrickson@co.clark.wi.us) with your answers by June 8 The person with the most correct answers will win a prize (there will be a drawing if there is a tie)

Good Luck!

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Clark County Leaders Federation Board Meeting Minutes May 5, 2020

7:30 p.m. Zoom Conference

Board Members Present: Amy Gerhardt, Jennie Whitmire, Teri Raatz, John Brost, Courtney Schoessow, Joan Buchholz, Michael Rusin, and Susan Stiemann Jennie Whitmire called the meeting to order at 7:36 p.m. Old Business: Discussion held regarding progress on plat book. Planning & Zoning Department staff is going to need more time

to complete layout. A new deadline for ad sales was set for July 1, 2020. John Brost moved to have 1000 books printed when layout is completed. Amy Gerhardt seconded, and the motion carried. Joan, Jennie, & Michael to follow up with Planning & Zoning regarding their charge for preparing the lay out.

2020-2021 budget discussion completed. New Business: Michael Rusin reported that he is working with Wood and Marathon counties to explore the possibility of a Sum-

mer Camp in a Box program. All fair related programs such as flower planters, promotional signs, etc. are currently on hold until we know if the

fair board will move ahead with fair plans or cancel, and whether the UW Madison Extension will lift the under 50 people restrictions at the end of June.

Michael will be exploring with youth leaders the possibility of their facilitating zoom virtual events once the school year has been completed.

Discussion was held regarding plans for a Fall Family Fun event. Michael has been exploring the possibility of doing a local corn maze.

Zoom VIP training is available this month for those adult volunteers still needing it.

Amy Gerhardt moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by John Brost and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Susan Stiemann, Secretary

Mark Your Calendars and Make Plans to Zoom with Michael

4-H Zoom House Scavenger Hunt Tuesday, June 16

6:00 p.m.

4-H Zoom Harry Potter Themed Escape Room Thursday, June 18

6:00 p.m.

Call or email Lori (715-743-5122 / lori.hendrickson@co.clark.wi.us) by JUNE 9 with your name, club, age, and email address

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2020 Saw Cow Theme “Dairy - Clark County Proud!

Saw cows need to be entered on

Wednesday, August 5 by 4:00 p.m.

Prizes awarded to each club that enters

Sponsored by the

Clark County Dairy Promotion Committee

Camping Fees - Fairgrounds Camping fees have increased for the 2020 fair season If you have already paid for 2020 you will have to send additional payment to Noreen. Lot A – east end of fairgrounds (by Hog Barn) $85.00 per / includes electricity $60.00 per unit / no electricity Lot B – area by draft horse barn/track $85.00 per unit / includes electricity One additional parking pass can be purchased (includes season pass) Lot C – across from Lot B $85.00 per unit / includes electricity One additional parking pass can be purchased (includes season pass) Camping reservations will be accepted on a first

come/first serve basis Price includes one Season Pass Registration form is available on line at: https://clark.extension.wisc.edu/camping-during-the-fair/ For more information please contact: Noreen Tyznik 715-669-3813 715-797-1224

Clark County Fairest of the Fair Applications Now Available

The purpose of the Fairest of the Fair program is to promote the variety of opportunities - educational, agricultural, social and commercial - available at the Clark County Fair. Applicants will be selected on the basis of personality, communication skills, school and community activities, professional appearance, knowledge of and experience with the Clark County Fair. The individual chosen will serve as the official host and spokesperson for the 2020 Clark County Fair to be held August 5 9, with duties beginning immediately after being selected. Responsibilities include welcoming the public, interviews with the media, announcing special events, judging and participating in contests and awarding ribbons. Throughout the reigning year, the Fairest of the Fair attends county functions, speaks at community engagements, schools, and clubs, and participates in parades as requested. In addition, the Fairest represents the Clark County Fair at the three day Wisconsin State Fairest of the Fairs Competition succeeding county reign, which would be January 2022 in Wisconsin Dells. This public relations opportunity awards a scholarship for continuing education at the end of the reign in the amount of $500 for the Fairest, $250 for first attendant, and $125 for second attendant. Eligible males or females must be a resident of Clark County between the ages of 16-25 (must be 17 as of January 1, 2021) and hold a valid driver’s license. Applications can be found on line at: https://clark.extension.wisc.edu/fairest-of-the-fair-information/ The Future Fairest of the Fair application can be found online also (ages 8 - 12 during the 2020 Clark County Fair).

Fairground Clean Up Day

Saturday, August 1 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

We need help with cleaning bleachers, tables, shelves, putting up pens, cleaning barns, set up

rabbit and poultry cages, hanging signs, and more.

If you could please mark your calendars and plan

on helping that would be great - many hands make light work.

Fairboard will provide

hotdogs and chips for lunch.

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Fair Online Open May 1 - July 1, 2020 Things to Know When Entering

Go to: Fairentry.com and click on FIND YOUR FAIR (towards top). Search by keyword: Clark County Sorted by State Filter by Wisconsin Click on the blue SEARCH box Click on 2020 Clark County Fair - Junior and FFA 4-H members will need to click on the green box SIGN IN WITH 4-HONLINE You will be asked to verify that contact information has not changed. 4-H members can only enter departments in which they signed up for through 4-H Online prior to April 1, 2020. FFA members and other approved youth groups will need to click on NOT IN 4-H and MUST create a FairEntry account (light blue letters towards bottom of screen) - even if you showed last year. The following information will help you determine what your total entry fee should be per person / per family at the end of the entry process: Entry fee for all youth (4H, FFA, and other approved groups) is $5.00 per person. Stall Fees for animals are:

Beef/Dairy Beef, Dairy, Sheep, Swine, Goats, Horses, Lamas/Alpacas - $3.00 for each animal entry.

Rabbits and Poultry - $1.50 for each animal entry.

No fee for Cats or Dogs Example for a family of 3 youth:

Susie Clover is bringing 4 non animal exhibits – her entry fee is $5.00

Billy Clover is bringing 3 non animal exhibits, 2 swine and entering swine showmanship – his entry fee is $11.00 ($5.00 for entry and $6.00 for the 2 swine)

Sandy Clover is bringing 2 dairy, 2 sheep and 2 swine – her entry fee is $23.00 ($5.00 entry fee, $6.00 for dairy, $6.00 for sheep, and $6.00 for swine)

The total for the family is $39.00 Keeping the above information in mind – if your ENTRY FEE is higher than you think it should be chances are you entered something wrong. You can go back and double check and delete entries if needed. Animal entry is slightly different compared to last year so there shouldn’t be any issues of duplicate stall fees - I tried to simplified the entry process. But you still need to read the information and check the appropriate boxes. Be sure to complete Animal ID information for each animal. DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR FAMILY ENTRY UNTIL ALL FAMILY MEMBERS ARE INCLUDED. You do not have to add all members at once – you can log in and out and your entries will still be there and you can continue to add exhibits and/or youth. Once you hit submit I must approve them before any other additions can be made. PRINT your invoice and give to your club leader by specified date along with payment (some clubs pay the $5.00 entry fee and members are required to pay stall fees – be sure to check with your club leader). Club leaders will then send all invoices and payments to the Extension Office on or before July 1. Be sure to include your invoice # on your check for reference. Credit / Debit cards are not accepted. ALL ENTRIES and PAYMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED / POSTMARKED BY JULY 1 to the Extension Office. Once you submit your entry Lori receives a notification and will go in and accept exhibits. If something is incorrect entry will be rejected and you will get an email indicating why and you will need to resubmit each exhibit that was rejected. If a 4-H or FFA member wishes to exhibit their Dairy, Beef, or Rabbit in Open Class they must submit a separate entry (same process as above except you would select 2020 Clark County Fair - Open Class. They would need to create a new FAIR ENTRY account. Entry fee is $10 per person and there would be no stall fees for cross over animals.

Questions - please do not hesitate to contact Lori at 715-743-5122 / lori.hendrickson@co.clark.wi.us

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JUNE 2020

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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4 5 6 Sheep Weigh In River Country Coop - Grwd 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

7 8 Junior Leaders Meeting Leaders Federation Meeting ADS - Greenwood 6:00 / 7:00 p.m.

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14 15 Fair Board Meeting ADS - Greenwood 7:30 p.m.

16 4H Zoom Scavenger Hunt 6:00 p.m.

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18 4H Zoom Harry Potter Escape Room 6:00 p.m.

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29 30 FAIR ENTRIES DUE TOMORROW

JULY 2020

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 FAIR ENTRIES MUST BE ENTERED BY TODAY

2 3 Courthouse Closed Observance of Independence Day

4 Independence Day

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12 Beef Educational Session Fairgrounds - Neillsville 2:00 p.m.

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26 27 28 29 Dog Project Session Fairgrounds - Neillsville 6:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m.

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Lori on vacation

Lori on vacation

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AUGUST 2020

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 Fair Clean Up Day 8:00 a.m.

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4 Fair Exhibit Drop Off 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

5 Clark County Fair

6 Clark County Fair

7 Clark County Fair

8 Clark County Fair

9 Clark County Fair

10 11 12 Carcass Show Pinters - Dorchester

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23 24 25 26 Livestock Banquet Clark County Fairgrounds

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SEPTEMBER 2020

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6 7 Labor Day Courthouse closed

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