Showtastic

Showing an animal at the county fair teaches work ethic and responsibility and builds confidence and pride in oneself.  First, animals need to be fed, watered, washed, and cared for all day, every day, and require a lot of attention to detail.  Washing and feeding animals and other chore responsibilities begin by 5 AM each day.  On the day of the actual show, kids have the responsibility of preparing themselves and their animals.  Animals are fitted and prepped for the show ring and show exhibitors dress in clean, white show clothes.  While other fair-goers are enjoying fair food and rides, show exhibitors are in the barn tending to their animals. Secondly, even before summer and the county fair begins, kids learn leadership skills, and responsibilities by being involved in a 4-H club and mentoring younger kids, preparing agendas and projects for monthly meetings. Lastly, friendships and relationships are formed in the barn throughout fair week.  It’s a great opportunity to meet new and old friends who have similar interests and cheer each other on.  Doing your best and winning builds confidence and pride.  It makes all of the work and early mornings worth it when you and the animal that you have bonded with, do well. In conclusion, showing animals at the county fair is hard work but worth it as you build confidence and pride in your work and learn work ethic and responsibility.