2026 SC State Fair 4-H Poultry Showmanship

Come join 4-H youth from across the state as we crown the SC 4-H Poultry Showman State Champions! Registration for the 4-H Poultry Showmanship Contest at the State Fair is open until Friday, September 25, 2026, at 11:59pm. THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR YOUTH ONLY. DO NOT REGISTER ADULTS OR ANY ADDITIONAL SPECTATORS. Youth must be currently enrolled SC 4-H members and registered in the 2026 SC 4-H Poultry Projects. 2026 Instructions for Poultry Showmen4-H State Poultry Showmanship Contest Saturday, October 17, 2026 • 10:00 AM South Carolina State Fairgrounds – Columbia, SC Show Location: Grassy area between the Swine Barn and adjacent to the Horse Arena Important Participant Information: Parking Pass & Entry Details: All exhibitors will receive a parking pass and should enter the fairgrounds through Gate 1, located on Rosewood Drive off Assembly Street. Parking passes will be mailed the week of the show. If you have not received your pass by the end of the day on Thursday, October 15, please contact Steve Hucks at [email protected]. Check-In & Contest Start Time: Check-in opens at 8:30 AM The contest begins promptly at 10:00 AM Poultry Preparation: Bring your bird in a clean, secure cage or crate with plenty of fresh bedding and water. All birds must be free of parasites, or any contagious condition. A health check will be conducted before any bird may enter the show ring. Things to bring: You are responsible for providing food, water, and proper containers for your bird throughout the day. After the Contest: Birds will be housed in a safe, secure area until 6:00 PM, allowing you to enjoy the fair if you wish to stay longer. Be sure to participate in the 4-H Day at the Fair events that will be going on throughout the day! Spectator Info: Seating is limited — spectators are encouraged to bring folding chairs. SHOWMANSHIP DIVISIONS (age as of January 1, 2026) Cloverbud Division: Ages 5-8 Junior Division: Ages 9-13 Senior Division: Ages 14-18 *These classes may be divided differently at the discretion of the show superintendent after registration is complete. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Custodial Care: Please note that this event and its coordinators do not assume custodial care of youth in attendance. Adults (parents, guardians, volunteers, coaches, or chaperones) must be present for the supervision of youth participants. Civil Rights Statement