Dodge County Fairgrounds - Beaver Dam, WI

Nearly 650 4-H and FFA members in Dodge County will display projects ranging from dairy animals and rabbits to entomology, photography, cultural arts, and much much more at this year’s Dodge County Fair, August 15-19 at Beaver Dam.   The opportunity to display each member’s work for the year is an important aspect of the fair. “County fairs are the culmination of a year’s accomplishment and learning through individual projects,” said Schoenike. “The competition aspect is often seen as one 4-H member competing against another.   In reality, the individual 4-H member is competing against a standard of excellence in that project area.” Showmanship is also an important part of fair exhibition.   The preparation and workmanship required for 4-H fair exhibition require skills that can help a member throughout his or her life.   For instance, preparation, appearance and public speaking abilities are important for job interviews and on most jobs throughout...

Youth often choose careers based on their 4-H projects and experiences.   They learn the value of hard work and determination.   These qualities as well as other life-skills learned through 4-H stay with them as they grow into adulthood.   Although the fair lasts only five days, months of preparation go into the final fair projects and the lessons learned stay with the youth always. For more information on the Dodge County Fair http://dodgecountyfairgrounds.com